I've been watching 'Later' with Jools Holland for as long as I can remember. Must be a good 20 years. And there's been many iconic and memorable performances over the years, but this must be my favorite. To be honest, I hold my hands up, I'd never really heard much about Richard Thompsom at the time, but after watching this, I went out and bought a lot of his back catalogue... Everything about this song excited me. It's lyrically divine, it's melodically sublime, and it's musically bloody excellent. Really love the lyrics.
+onepinkrose x - Richard Thompson is one, amazing guy. Such an amazing guitar player and funny, and the most intelligent lyrics. I heard about him through someone much younger than me...and after that...I was hooked! Enjoy your RT recordings!
RT...one of the very best musically and lyrically. So underrated and under appreciated. "People speak my name in whispers What higher praise can there be?"
I saw RT in concert at First Ave in Minneapolis shortly after this album came out. He opened with Cooksferry Queen and just tore. it. up. One of the best live shows I've ever seen.
One of the GREATS.......His band is always terrific ......yes , he can rock , he have a great sense of humor .....but his best songs speak to the heart and make you weep . Love this guy !
Back in the day (1963/4) a cousin (or maybe he was a second cousin), of RT’s, played bass in an insignificant rock group, in which I played guitar. Down the years, this same old bass player has persistently e-mailed to me “links” to RT’s material, much of which I have enjoyed, but none as much as this particular track !!! A string bass holding its own in a really tight “modern day” band; how the f*** did he get it to make that “growling” sound when it kicked off ? The blues harp player was enjoying himself tremendously and the drummer, using brushes throughout, really got stuck in ! These musicians were really enjoying themselves ! RT’s lyrics, timing and mastery of the fret board are nowt short of amazing; the guy is a true musical genius ! The finish was amongst the “Most-nailed” that I have seen in any live performance by any band, great or small. A truly fantastic track all round, and the two sad b******* who gave this the thumbs down need to be taken out and shot !
I've never regretted finding and buying that Richard and Linda Thompson LP back when it hit the shelves. He's given us some wonderful sounds throughout the years! God bless you, Richard, and thank you!
I have a lot of RT's albums. He is just so unique. It was touching to see in the liner notes of Mock Tudor, a dedication to former Fairport bandmate Sandy Denny, who died many years ago.
Just listen to these strange bass lines Danny makes in the opening, it makes you wonder if they are "right", and then he makes it open up and it sort of just fit in! What a bass player to jam with!
If you follow the lyrics closely, you'll discover that "she", the Queen in the song, is, or perhaps more accurately *was*, a "he". And I'm not being judgemental. Also note the last minute or so, which sounds very much like "Turn On Your Love Light"!😁
@Mulwany Totally agree. Him and his bass "Victoria" have been around the block for many years. Met him with Richard when they did their two man show a couple of years back. Two very humble men.
I've seen Richard play scores of times but my favourite memory was when he blew the roof off the legendary 100 Club in London with this lineup. Linda Thompson was in the audience as their son Teddy was playing. I believe it led to her writing a line in a song about him playing like a man with a gun to his head. He certainly did that night.
100% agreed on every comment on this page so far. Richards the top man in my opinion. @ Mulwany..Totally agree mate ! Met Richard & Danny 3 years ago..2 very humble,pleasant men..Pure Genius!Thanks once again,Cleapatr.
I saw them in Cincy during this tour... as tight a band as I've ever heard! I was totally awe-struck. Shame few of his videos on here contain some of the stories he would tell between songs... he's also an excellent story-teller.
@johnmckinlay67 That should be "He and his bass". Sorry, that was my almost terminal case of OCD talking there. On another note, I was privileged to see Mr. Mayall in two small venues back in the early 70s. After Richard Thompson, I believe he was the most friendly performer back in the day. He actually talked to us during the breaks. Unheard of in these days.
Kickass! Danny plays some really on the edge tones, simply fantastic! The whole band is on the thin end of the wedge sometimes. If Richard would have kept the song going for a couple of minutes more...
@@rolfkroeger4672 Why bring up John Zorn? The late Pete Zorn, on the other hand, is in this video- playing percussion, but Pete also played guitar, bass, saxes, flutes, mandolin, and god knows what else over the years with Richard and others, hence the 'slacker' joke. Pete probably did play harmonica, and maybe would have left more space than Julian, which I would have liked.
A friend of mine once heard this and her response was: "That's house-cleaning music." R.I.P. Kathy L.
To whoever directed this video shoot, hats off to you. It can't be easy to capture a band on fire like this, but you did one bang-up job. Kudos.
I've been watching 'Later' with Jools Holland for as long as I can remember. Must be a good 20 years. And there's been many iconic and memorable performances over the years, but this must be my favorite. To be honest, I hold my hands up, I'd never really heard much about Richard Thompsom at the time, but after watching this, I went out and bought a lot of his back catalogue... Everything about this song excited me. It's lyrically divine, it's melodically sublime, and it's musically bloody excellent. Really love the lyrics.
+onepinkrose x - Richard Thompson is one, amazing guy. Such an amazing guitar player and funny, and the most intelligent lyrics. I heard about him through someone much younger than me...and after that...I was hooked! Enjoy your RT recordings!
What's even more extraordinary is how RT can approximate the excitement of the band version when it's just him and a an acoustic guitar!
Same here!
Danny Thompson charges the whole band with his fantastic bass lines!
RT...one of the very best musically and lyrically. So underrated and under appreciated. "People speak my name in whispers
What higher praise can there be?"
One of my favorite lines by RT.
@@yohei72 I like this one "She's got dresses that seem to float in the wind
Pre-Raphaelite curls in her hair
" :) Great song and great songwriter.
Also a great vocalist. He sings so well.
If there was any value in the world Richard Thompson would be up there with Hendrix 🤔
Wowzer. Love the slight change to the lyrics. . . she can make wine out of Thames River Water 🤣
Loving this, only just discovered this Mans huge talent, how have I ever missed it?!!!
The band are cooking and Danny on the bass wtf amazing!!..
I saw RT in concert at First Ave in Minneapolis shortly after this album came out. He opened with Cooksferry Queen and just tore. it. up. One of the best live shows I've ever seen.
One of the GREATS.......His band is always terrific ......yes , he can rock , he have a great sense of humor .....but his best songs speak to the heart and make you weep . Love this guy !
Back in the day (1963/4) a cousin (or maybe he was a second cousin), of RT’s, played bass in an insignificant rock group, in which I played guitar. Down the years, this same old bass player has persistently e-mailed to me “links” to RT’s material, much of which I have enjoyed, but none as much as this particular track !!!
A string bass holding its own in a really tight “modern day” band; how the f*** did he get it to make that “growling” sound when it kicked off ?
The blues harp player was enjoying himself tremendously and the drummer, using brushes throughout, really got stuck in !
These musicians were really enjoying themselves !
RT’s lyrics, timing and mastery of the fret board are nowt short of amazing; the guy is a true musical genius !
The finish was amongst the “Most-nailed” that I have seen in any live performance by any band, great or small.
A truly fantastic track all round, and the two sad b******* who gave this the thumbs down need to be taken out and shot !
Mr. Thompson is a fantastic talent and guitar guru.👍👍
I've never regretted finding and buying that Richard and Linda Thompson LP back when it hit the shelves. He's given us some wonderful sounds throughout the years! God bless you, Richard, and thank you!
Glad to see this clip back. A knockout performance of a great song.
Great band led by a legend. RT is the only gig I ever went to alone just last year. What a gig.
I have a lot of RT's albums. He is just so unique. It was touching to see in the liner notes of Mock Tudor, a dedication to former Fairport bandmate Sandy Denny, who died many years ago.
RT one of the best guitar players ever!
The best
Just listen to these strange bass lines Danny makes in the opening, it makes you wonder if they are "right",
and then he makes it open up and it sort of just fit in! What a bass player to jam with!
Saw him backing RT several years ago in Sydney with what looked like an open bottle of Riesling at his feet. Whatever gets you through....
@@martinpooley3944 Yep, he's been looking into that.
And to think some of my friends don't understand why I rave about RT!
You really must start hanging around with a better class of people. Or at least smarter!
Is there a more electrifying performance on UA-cam??
Hard to find but you might be moved by this musician if you love rock/blues/ballad/storytelling with the same intensity. www.johnfrancismariano.com
One of my favorite lyrics of all time: "Pre-Raphaelite curls in her hair
"
me too
If you follow the lyrics closely, you'll discover that "she", the Queen in the song, is, or perhaps more accurately *was*, a "he". And I'm not being judgemental. Also note the last minute or so, which sounds very much like "Turn On Your Love Light"!😁
That's Thompson's son, Teddy, playing the Danelectro guitar on the far right.
Richard thanks for all of it over the years ....I owe ya!
i Never liked english music but this has changed my approach. soul touching song. Great music
@Mulwany Totally agree. Him and his bass "Victoria" have been around the block for many years. Met him with Richard when they did their two man show a couple of years back. Two very humble men.
This is a must listen to all those who think a string bass is lost in an electric band!
Yep!
Yes, although it helps if Danny's the one playing it.
I've seen Richard play scores of times but my favourite memory was when he blew the roof off the legendary 100 Club in London with this lineup. Linda Thompson was in the audience as their son Teddy was playing. I believe it led to her writing a line in a song about him playing like a man with a gun to his head. He certainly did that night.
GOTTA LOVE THAT!
Wow......it just doesn't get much better than that folks.
Speechless. Fuck that was good.
Must see if he tours in the States any time soon.
What an incedible talent RT is!! Thanks for posting Cleapatr.
100% agreed on every comment on this page so far. Richards the top man in my opinion. @ Mulwany..Totally agree mate ! Met Richard & Danny 3 years ago..2 very humble,pleasant men..Pure Genius!Thanks once again,Cleapatr.
See ya again RT in Saratoga Springs. Acoustic or electric Cooksfeery Queen is legendary.
"She can make wine out of Thames River water ..."
Happy Birthday, Richard!
Love this song, love the performance
Fantastic Performance, everyone totally in the zone!
Wicked and wonderful
Great musicians can do it all!
Absolutely nailed-on superb!
I saw them in Cincy during this tour... as tight a band as I've ever heard! I was totally awe-struck. Shame few of his videos on here contain some of the stories he would tell between songs... he's also an excellent story-teller.
Thanks for the lift.
LOVE IT!!!!!
You had me at Dad's Going to kill me
Danny Thompson on BASS!
Donn La Rossa Some of the best upright bass I've heard outside of rockabilly! Phenomenal.
Amen!
Yes!
And that’s how it’s done boys and girls!
I wanna play with this band!
...and he's even more upright than he used to be these days.
Only 35200 views - I despair, I really do.
Light the touchpaper and stand well back!
@johnmckinlay67 That should be "He and his bass". Sorry, that was my almost terminal case of OCD talking there. On another note, I was privileged to see Mr. Mayall in two small venues back in the early 70s. After Richard Thompson, I believe he was the most friendly performer back in the day. He actually talked to us during the breaks. Unheard of in these days.
Smack those drums!
Kickass! Danny plays some really on the edge tones, simply fantastic! The whole band is on the thin end of the wedge sometimes. If Richard would have kept the song going for a couple of minutes more...
like it
This is where my future lies.
if anyone knows who the harmonica player is on here can they please pm me
Julian Dawson is his name
Just brilliant
What kind of guitar is Richard playing?
Grant I'm pretty sure it was a custom piece made for RT by his luthier friend Danny Ferrington.
Jools!
Jools holland show 30-10-99
just cannot ignore the pinch from long black veil.
sauguat
You mean Pete Zorn can't play harmonica? Slacker.
Have you ever seen a picture of John Zorn? He's half as tall as Julian Dawson, who plays here.
@@rolfkroeger4672 Why bring up John Zorn? The late Pete Zorn, on the other hand, is in this video- playing percussion, but Pete also played guitar, bass, saxes, flutes, mandolin, and god knows what else over the years with Richard and others, hence the 'slacker' joke. Pete probably did play harmonica, and maybe would have left more space than Julian, which I would have liked.
Go in at 0:12 if you find Jools Holland insufferable.
Insufferable? Bob Harris is insufferable. Jools is okay.
This is a rehashed Long black veil