Yes, this could be one of the most underrated song of all time. His version here blows away all the originals. I saw him perform it live years ago and it was good and loud. Gave me the tingles and I still remember it vividly.
Seen Dave Mason three times.....always a great show....There is something about him that is so sophisticated,...sophisticated Rock ?.....a real pro....love his guitar licks..Perfect.......
Back on June 9, 1994, when I finally got to hear Traffic perform this live at the Universal Amphitheater (sadly without Dave), I cried tears of joy. This is a wonderful version of the Winwood / Capaldi classic that Dave played on their 2nd LP. Like Brian Jones & Bill Wyman of The Stones, Dave probably didn't get credit for a good many musical arrangements that he contributed to Traffic's body of work. Those songwriting royalties are jealously guarded with the exception of The Doors, who shared all songwriting credit equally; very rare indeed.
This ain't TRAFFIC brother- This lightweight IT IS OBVIOUS, had nothing to do with them becoming a powerhouse. That is why they are so jealous of him and no Hall of Shame. If they let him in, my v=band. Almost the same thing with Bob Welch, w/Fleetwood Mack who also got lost because he was too oviosly a domiinater in the groups soum=ns. LISTEN- I'll take this fresh stuff ob=ver Clapton1/winwood shows.
I've always liked the Blood Sweat & Tears version. But this one is so different from it, and the Traffic version too. But unlike most youtubers, I can appreciate them ALL! Thanks for a great upload.
How times ( and attitudes change)...when Dave Mason was on tour promoting his 1st solo- "Alone Together".. he was recording a future "live" album at L.A.'s Troubador...someone asked him to do a Traffic song...and I remember him saying: "They're a nice bunch of guys, but you'll have to go to a "Traffic" concert to hear those songs." And now....... ^/^
I'll probably get insulted for this, but here goes. The first version of this song I heard was by BS&T. I really prefer their cover to this version or the Traffic version. I'm not saying either is bad, in fact they are pretty good, but BS&T has more expression, probably because they have more instrumental voices.
+Hackenflash1 ..no need to apologize....look at what the Beatles did covering "Twist and Shout"..."Long Tall Sally"...(Little Richard said Paul could keep the yell Paul copied and made more famous than Little Richard. Dave Mason has said he enjoyed hearing Joe Cockers "Feelin' Alright"...I liked both versions...but then, I'm a musician and can appreciate it from the songwriters point of view ....as well as any cover done in a decent manner. ^/^
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Dave kicks some serious ass here. Totally underrated.
Yes, this could be one of the most underrated song of all time. His version here blows away all the originals. I saw him perform it live years ago and it was good and loud. Gave me the tingles and I still remember it vividly.
Love Dave Mason. He is soo good
Whoever is playing those drums 👏🏼
Saw Dave with his band twice - 1974 & 1975. Great shows both times.
Seen Dave Mason three times.....always a great show....There is something about him that is so sophisticated,...sophisticated Rock ?.....a real pro....love his guitar licks..Perfect.......
David Ringo perfectly said! King of cool!,
The guy's got it going on that's for damn sure. He's not trying to recapture his youth or any of that nonsense he's just playing some damn good music.
Love the growl in his voice,and his guitar playing is so underrated.
I am so hooked on dave mason...since 1971
Back on June 9, 1994, when I finally got to hear Traffic perform this live at the Universal Amphitheater (sadly without Dave), I cried tears of joy. This is a wonderful version of the Winwood / Capaldi classic that Dave played on their 2nd LP. Like Brian Jones & Bill Wyman of The Stones, Dave probably didn't get credit for a good many musical arrangements that he contributed to Traffic's body of work. Those songwriting royalties are jealously guarded with the exception of The Doors, who shared all songwriting credit equally; very rare indeed.
just as badass as the original....
Fucking Timeless Masterpiece.... Music
One of the Best Artist's out there......
I still remember the words fantastic song
I saw Traffic in Frankfurt, Germany in 1971. I am a dinosaur.
This ain't TRAFFIC brother- This lightweight IT IS OBVIOUS, had nothing to do with them becoming a powerhouse. That is why they are so jealous of him and no Hall of Shame. If they let him in, my v=band. Almost the same thing with Bob Welch, w/Fleetwood Mack who also got lost because he was too oviosly a domiinater in the groups soum=ns. LISTEN- I'll take this fresh stuff ob=ver Clapton1/winwood shows.
I always thought Dave performed it best!
DM is just so good. Writes great songs, sings great, kills it on guitar.
Dave mason is a legend!!
Allmanbrosfanatic I be right brother
What a sound........
my favorite cd in my collection, seen him in concert many times never dissapointed
This is spectacular.
Yes!
Like Dave's voice on his own song...love the traffic version too
I've always loved Dave Mason's music and this version of this great classic is AWESOME!! Thanks for uploading
GREAT SONG!!
Love This song....Traffic/Dave Mason classic
Dave at his very best & band!
I've always liked the Blood Sweat & Tears version.
But this one is so different from it, and the Traffic version too.
But unlike most youtubers, I can appreciate them ALL!
Thanks for a great upload.
Signs of greatness! ? Nooooo! Greatness.....
This is so good.
How times ( and attitudes change)...when Dave Mason was on tour promoting his 1st solo- "Alone Together".. he was recording a future "live" album at L.A.'s Troubador...someone asked him to do a Traffic song...and I remember him saying: "They're a nice bunch of guys, but you'll have to go to a "Traffic" concert to hear those songs." And now....... ^/^
Who cares who wrote etc etc. Its a timeless sound.
Great performance.
wow
dave mason robin trower and jethro tull at the spectrum in philly 1974
First concert I ever went to. Dave Mason and Rick Wakeman .Sam Houston Coliseum, Houston Texas.
Specturm concert tickets were like $8 on a Wednesday night 😂
Capaldi wrote the lyrics, Winwood and Mason wrote the keyboard and guitar tracks
xm live is sold at his concerts and on line
Who are the other musicians? Dave's playing is great here!
40,000 Headmen (Bonus Track - unreleased studio duet w/ Jim Capaldi)
I'll probably get insulted for this, but here goes. The first version of this song I heard was by BS&T. I really prefer their cover to this version or the Traffic version. I'm not saying either is bad, in fact they are pretty good, but BS&T has more expression, probably because they have more instrumental voices.
+Hackenflash1 ..no need to apologize....look at what the Beatles did covering "Twist and Shout"..."Long Tall Sally"...(Little Richard said Paul could keep the yell Paul copied and made more famous than Little Richard. Dave Mason has said he enjoyed hearing Joe Cockers "Feelin' Alright"...I liked both versions...but then, I'm a musician and can appreciate it from the songwriters point of view ....as well as any cover done in a decent manner. ^/^
Don't try this at home, kids...
what year is it?
1997...i saw them in L.A..5*****