The Band - Last Waltz - The Weight (REACTION)
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- Опубліковано 20 гру 2023
- @AirplayBeats reacts to The Band - The Weight
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The classic tune ' The Weight ' was written by Robbie Robertson in 1968 and is as fresh today in 2024 as it ever was ! SING LORD.... BEAUTIFUL !
You guys are gonna sit down and watch this movie from beginning to end. Probably the best concert film ever made, and one of the best concerts ever put on by a group of artist. The interviews and commentary add another element of enjoyment. The more you learn about the individuals and group’s journey this band traveled the more fun their music is. ❤
@@howardkip99you are so right, my friend
Van the man sang the caravan,at the last Waltz .out of sight check it out guys.
Movies ok I was there so I think they left out a lot of the best songs. They put the most popular songs in the movie not the songs that were best performaned that day
@chickmcgee1000 - I agree 100%. Two other music related movies that are must watch IMO, are the Muscle Shoals documentary and “Ladies and Gentleman, The Rolling Stones.”
One of the best concerts of all time and the best concert film of all time directed by Martin Scorsese.
I can watch this a thousand times but whenever pops comes in man I'm all in I think about my grandpa every time
That performance is church! Do understand???? Church! Enlightening!!!!!!! The entire Last Waltz concert is just magical.
Staples are taking you to church…and the Band..worked with the best period.
The band sound like how a great hug feels
The Staples are gifts from God!
This is so good, it makes me cry every time! And Mavis Staples is one of a kind. ❤️
Right with you Gina. Superb
EVERY time!!
I am the same. It's a special😊 moment in time.
I love Pops too. His voice was so endearing.
♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Mavis and Levon (drummer) had a brother/sister-type relationship. They remained extremely close. As Levon struggled with his health issues, she'd go stay with him and keep him company. Her dad was from Mississippi and Levon was from Arkansas. They'd always come back around, hook up, play some shows together. When Levon was battling cancer, she would drive out to the middle of nowhere to stay with him and cheer him up. There was a video of one of the visits somewhere, and you'd see his eyes just light up when she came in.
I like when Mavis Staples was clapping-it seemed unplanned but like she couldn't resist! Also, I'll never understand how Levon Helm can play drums and sing that well at the same time!
look at Don Henley he does that perfectly 👍🥁
It's not as hard as you think unless you're uncoordinated and can't keep time!😊
@@j.j.upright4010 it's really not hard at all to be honest because I'm a drummer myself and I can sing and play drums at the same time I've been playing drums since I was seven I'm 54 now
There's a band called The Warning and the drummer, Paulina Villareal sings while drumming .pretty aggressively. The song is ''23'' live at the Teatro Metropolitan, check it out if you want to, cheers.
The part when Mavis Staples claps literally makes me emotional - every time I see it.
Thank you for presenting this outstanding version of the song!
Running into people that dump all their problems on you- wen u have enough of your own already!....
Real music.. Them Staples have such soul in their heavenly voices.. Id love to hear Aron Neville join in..
Dam..
This was Thanksgiving Day, 1976. The band’s final concert appearance. It was filmed by Oscar award wing director Martin Scorsese ( Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, Goodfellas, Casino ).😊
To be clear, the Staples were not at the Last Waltz concert. This was one of three numbers recorded on a soundstage at another time without an audience (Evangeline and The Last Waltz being the others).
One of my favorite songs ever, thanks guys.
Levon Helm was the drummer. The whole "Last Waltz" concert is great. So many iconic artists. Thanks guys!
He was an actor too.
Staple Singers are bad to the bone. I love their sound.
Rick Danko is never to be underestimated, as are Garth and Richard. The Staples were The Bands all-time favorite group.
They were Thee best Band in the World . Canada at it's finest
Greatesr American song ever written by a Canadian. Love the talk abouy the drum kit
Next Band track- Don’t Do It, live at the academy of music NYC 1971. Iconic version!!!
Ya might as well watch the entire Last Waltz concert. It is worth it.
The list of guest artists on The Last Waltz is insane. Muddy Waters, Bob Dylan, The Staples Singers, Van Morrison, etc.
"It Makes No Difference", off this concert is well worth the time. Rick Danko's (bass player) lead vocal will break your heart.
And Garth Hudson's iconic sax solo.
Gotta be one of the best live arrangements of a song I've heard. The whole concert just had incredible arrangement.
Iconic song from The Band. Staple Singers had their own great hits, like "I'll Take You There". Def check out the Playing for Change version of this song from around the world.
Go through the whole movie of a live concert--guests specifically invited by The Band based on who they admired---Joni Mitchell, Van Morrison, Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Muddy Waters (!), Paul Butterfield (considered maybe the best blues harmonica player of his generation), Dr. John... I saw it live when it came out in the theater and the sound was incredible. In between many songs Martin Scorcese (a big fan of the The Band and the Director of the movie) personally interviews members on their experiences on the road. I think they reissued it a few years ago in theaters for limited engagment. It's funny at the very beginning, there is a message that comes up before it starts for the projectionist--"Play this loud" (or something like that!).
Robbie did a fantastic job bringing everyone into the fold on that version...need a good reaction for that..😊
Iconic is a great word. Since the moment I heard the original version, I've loved this song. It made me want to dig into their music. There are many gems. Between the songs, the singers' interpretations, and the instrumentalists, they are indeed THE BAND. This version with The Staples can even choke me up sometimes. The version by Playing For Change is really amazing too. It shows how music and especially a great song, can unite us. What great joy those singers and instrumentalists bring to it and spread to anyone lucky enough to witness it. What a great opportunity to explore instruments from other countries.
This was from a film called the last waltz. It was the band's last concert and they invited many different artists to join.
You said it. Muddy Waters was part of this show also.
I watch and listen to band everyday
The Staples were the first group to cover this song after The Band put it out, and they were huge fans of the Staple Singers, so putting them together for this was a natural. Levon said in his book the only thing they were worried about was that Mavis' voice might drown out everyone else's. Mavis takes this song to a higher level than the original recording.
One of the seminal songs of the 1960's. Robbie Robertson (guitar player) wrote it about his experiences as a young man leaving Toronto to go on the road with Ronnie Hawkins and Levon Helm (drummer and vocals). It was on their debut album. It was in the Easy Rider movie too. They played it at Woodstock. This is from their farewell show on Thanksgiving 1976, the last time all of the original members played together. They were joined by most of the musicians they'd played with over the years. Four guys from Ontario, Canada and one from Arkansas. RIP Robbie, Levon, Richard Manuel (piano and vocals) and Rick Danko (bass and vocals). Only Garth Hudson (organ, sax) is still with us. Mavis Staples is also still with us and still doing live shows. Saw her this year. Pops passed in 2000 (RIP). The Staples covered the Weight for one of their albums.
A lot of the top musicians wish they were in this band... bc of the love that you describe
In contention for the greatest song of the 20th century. Absolutely on the list.
You triggered a memory. My sister and I sitting in the movie theater watching this movie. Growing up in SoCal as a teenager in the 70s, our radio stations played everything. Recall listening to The Staple Singers, two great songs still on my playlist, “Respect Yourself” and “I’ll Take You There”. I wish there were still radio stations that played different genres of music - great experiences.
Love me some Mavis Staples, givin me chills since 1979.
Neil Young & Joni Mitchell do "Helpless" in this concert & it's amazing. The whole show is a 70's time capsule & celebration.
Levon Helm ....what a great talent. RIP
I highly, highly, HIGHLY recommend that you guys watch "The Last Waltz" movie. It is one hellaciously great concert with some of music's greatest artists. Of course it features The Band and includes appearances by Van Morrison, Eric Clapton, the Staples, Ronnie Hawkins, Muddy Waters, Bob Dylan and many, many more. Check it out. Y'all will not be disappointed.
I worked on the south side of Chicago and one day I was in a restaurant for lunch, and who do I see sitting at a nearby table but Pop Staples. I didn't get to say hello, unfortunately, but it was a thrill just to see that guy, a Chicago icon. Many years later, I did get to see Mavis perform with the Blind Boys of Alabama. What a memory.
Robin wife here . Levon Helm is drummer. Got to listen to Night they drove old Dixie Down, Up on Cripple Creek lots of great songs . Saw them back in High School great musicians.
Oh yeah for sure it’s a great historical record of great music
My late husband's favorite band. It's a great film. 😊
The Folk Rock of "The Band' with the R&B of the "Staple Singers" would seem an unlikely combination, but this is music, where magic lives and people can unite. Glad ya'll did this, and glad they did this.
History of The Band? This is one deeeeep rabbit hole to enter. Enjoy the trip! Great reaction guys.
This was The Last Waltz movie concert saluting the so long to The BAND . So many superstar artists performed at their concerts over the country.
The staples singers elevated this tune into the stratosphere! It is so damn good and i recommend watching this entire concert! A legendary event with one great guest after another! Great pick guys! Another Homerun into the upperdeck!
A great song by the Band.Having the Staple Singers with this them on this was great,both groups great on their own.Levon Helm was also the old guy/gun expert in the movie Shooter.This was the last concert performed by the original line up of The Band,and having the Staples made it special.The Staples also covered this song and it is worth checking out.
Never saw u guys react so much to this song. Drummer was Levon Helm. Written by Robbie Robertson the man who played double string guitar. Ms Mavis and her sisters and Pop are a national treasure. The Band is one of the best. Great music
Robbie Robertson - RIP 2023. Love the studio version and Last Waltz movie with Ron Wood. This version is nice, too.
I love the version from "Rock of Ages." Another amazing live album. Check it out.
My very favorite version of this song!! ❤❤❤❤
Mavis Staples is an American treasure!
Van Morrison really killed his performance at this show
His version of "Caravan" and Joni Mitchell's "Coyote" were the other outstanding tracks to me. Emmylou Harris singing "Evangeline" is up there too. Levon Helm steps out from behind the drums and plays a great mandolin
@@hectorsmommy1717 indeed
An absolute iconic song.
Mavis KILLED IT! Levon is my favorite singing Drummer
This is one of my favorite live performances
"The Last Waltz" was a peak of civilization.
Say thank you Bill Graham the greatest promoter of all time who had a hand in this getting made. 300,000 gathered in Golden Gate park for his good bye concert.
My favorite version of this song!!! If you don't feel anything listening to this, you have to be dead. Keep up the great song choices! 🤙
Love The Band, The Weight and The Staple's.
My favorite band! But the videos always cut off the very end, where Mavis leans into the microphone and whispers "Beautiful." The Last Waltz is a must-see!
Yes!! I watched the movie too many times to count but that’s a great moment and it is usually missed by reactors ❤
I can also recommend the Staplesingers, with their number : I'll take you there.
A great song, Enjoy it.
This was a magic night in entertainment. I am really enjoy all your reactions. You are as enthusiastic ,enjoying your music as I feel that I am.
What a great concert this was
Lots of guest appearances
The Band backed up Bob Dylan on multiple occasions
Gotta see Levon Helm singing The Night They Drove Ol Dixie Down from same movie.. it is frikkin incredible.. heard the song hundreds of times till one night about 10 years ago was watching the movie ( saw it in movie theater when i was like 16 in a small town in W WA for like a buck and 50 cent popcorn).. and was 100% completely mesmerized watching him sing that song. The soul and feeling he puts into it is MASTERPIECE LEVEL.. i honestly think its in top ten Rock vocal performance i have heard in over 50 years of being fanatical rock and roll fan.
The Staples , they'll take you there! 😊
THE definitive version of the song, as is Night They Drove Old Dixie Down...frankly, The Last Waltz is a must-see concert film, and I've seen it at least a few dozen times. What a great star-studded lineup and final farewell show that was! If you were at that show, you are blessed!
When the preacher says "Let us raise a joyful noise", this is what he has in mind.
Go back and watch it again. You missed Mavis whispering “beautiful!” into the mic. So much joy. So much mutual admiration.
That was a bunch of professionals fellas love Pops❤
This is imo the best version the Band did of this song. They were all so good and Robbie Robertson's song writing was fantastic. You can never mistake the unique sound of the Band for anybody else.
greatest song ever written
My favorite version of this song.............what an amazing colaboration, so perfect. A good song made into an insanely fantastic song. And yes, I love the Playing for Change version too.
The Staples Singers added the sauce to this song. This is the best version.
And also the movie is directed by Martin Scorsese, he was a great friend of Robbie Robertson the guitarist.
When Mavis Staples sings, if you don't get goose bumps you might be dead
Levon Helm, the drummer, was from the U.S., the others were Canadian. He also played Loretta Lynn’s dad in Coal Miners Daughter and had a role in Mark Wahlberg’s movie Shooter
"And he shall be Levon, And he shall be a good man..." Bernie Taupin
The drummer is Levon Helms and this is the last show The Band played , it was in 1975. The band took their name from the studio musicians they backed up who referred to them as " The Band " one of those musicians was Bob Dylan . Robbie Robertson is the guitar player.
When Pops comes in ... Smooth as the other side of the pillow on a warm summer night !!
I agree, epic video of Pops with the daughters....... JUST EPIC!! Whoever choreographed that sequence with The Staples is an absolute GENIUS! This whole video is banger on steroids. Great reaction guys, as usual. TY.
Robbie Robertson was very underrated qutarist. He passed away last August. In the film The Last Waltz Eric Clapton was on stage playing with them and one of Clapton's guitar strings broke
Robbie took over the lead without a Hitch
-----This is rock history, boys. - - - - -
I agree, The Last Waltz is the best music movie ever.
I haven't heard this song in years wow I absolutely forgot about this 👍💯💯🥁
This is the last time The Band played together. That’s why the film is called The Last Waltz. The drummer‘s name is Levon Helm.
Another great reaction to a US/Canadian band that band was so good. Thanks!
Mavis! I like the way she mouths "Beautiful" at the end of the song.
That's what I'm talk'n 'bout right there.
This is just one of THOSE songs. I never get tired of hearing it, and it's been covered by so many great artists. But this is my favourite performance of it. So many of the best traditions of American music converging right here with gospel, folk, country, rock, blues. Absolute classic.
I saw Mavis this summer. She still got it.
Guys you sure know how to pull some fine classic live sets, this comes from the Martin Scorsese directed masterpiece "the last waltz", the whole concert is truly amazing . This song was one of the late Robbie Robertson's favourite, check out this song as "play for change" you will be blown away as it has people from every continent playing it, great choice and another true reaction.
Love the Staples also and Levon Helm is my favorite drummer/singer. R.I.P Levon
Robbie Robertson, lead guitar with 2 frets, wrote this. Genius!
This is from 1976, from the movie The Last Waltz, documenting The Band's last performance together. The entire concert was filled with memorable guest appearances by musicians the group had played with before (Bob Dylan, Ronnie Hawkins and others) as well as those who had made covers of The Band's songs (The Staples). This video isn't from the actual show, but was instead filmed afterwards to get a better quality of one the best songs of the night. The Last Waltz was directed by famed filmmaker, Martin Scorsese, and used multiple cameras from many different angles. The movie is well worth watching and highly recommended.
In case you didn't know, The Band had a long career that spanned from the late 1950s, when each member was slowly added to the lineup of the backing band for Ronnie Hawkins. When most groups would finish their shows and party, Hawkins had them rehearsa while the night was still fresh in their minds. As a result, they became one of the tightest bands, and their shows were legendary, running a club circuit from Toronto down to Hawkins', and drummer Levon Helm's, native Arkansas. The rest of the band were all Canadians, added during long engagements in Toronto.
Eventually, the Hawks, as they were then known, decided they wanted to branch out of the music they'd been playing with Hawkins and struck out on their own. There were a few very tough years, especially for one of the hottest bands without a hit record. In 1965, they got a lucky break when Bob Dylan hired them for his world tour after having just gone electric shortly before. The Dylan shows were loose and unstructured and often received a cascade of boos from the audiences who'd paid to see Dylan, the king of Folk. What working with Dylan did do, however, was to give the Hawks the idea for a new musical direction - an original blend of Folk, Blues, Roots, and Rock. Renaming themselves as The Band, their first album was a huge success, catching the attention of other musicians such as George Harrison, as well as giving inspiration for this new sound to The Grateful Dead, Quicksilver Messenger Service, and Creedance Clearwater Revival.
Great combo of voices telling the story of a day in Nazareth PA. I really enjoy the transition from the beauty and smoothness of the Staples to Rick Danko busting in a like a drunken uncle on a holiday.
I read that Robbie used Nazareth because the label inside his guitar stated that it was made there. Martin guitar I think
I'm not terribly religious, but Mavis Staples has me listening to gospel on a regular basis. Love her!!
Straight Church man.....
Reverend!!
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The Weight is such an iconic song & this has always been my favorite version. Then a while back, I came across another one that BLOWS ME AWAY every time I see it. It's from Playing for Change, & the late great Robbie Robertson teamed up with Ringo Starr & an amazing cast of artists from around the world. It's really great & I'm hoping you'll try it. I can't seem to find many reactions to it.
Thank you for covering this. It’s some of my favorites.
I saw Mavis Staples last year on tour! Glory!!!!!❤
A classic!
Could really belt out the tunes. Always love the Staples Singers. Peace!
Thank you very much for doing the Band. I don't know if you have done a reaction to them or not. Alot to dive into . You will not be disappointed. I suggest you watch We were once brothers. Levon Helm drums Robbie Robertson guitar Rick Danko bass Richard Manuel keyboard and Garth Hudson organ and what ever instrument. And I don't even have to tell you about the Staples. Excellent reaction fellas!!!! Appreciate you 🙏 ❤
Great reaction. The entire show is incredible. My second favorite performance from this show, after this, is Dr. John - Such a Night.