Material Issue - "Valerie Loves Me"
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- From The Dennis Miller Show - 1992 - Chicago's Material Issue was one of the greatest power pop bands ever! Band members - Jim Ellison: Guitar/Lead Vocals; Ted Ansani: Bass/Vocals; Mike Zelenko: Drums.
This is actual music.
Material Issue are one of my favorite bands. There's also still a lot of "actual music." Enjoy it all!
Underrated band, ahead of its time, people didnt pay as much attention since grunge and ska were big on the early 90's, but that song is timeless.
agree 100%
@Dominic Brady is debatable, i mean we have bands with similar styles of pop rock like oasis, the verve, liz phair, indie bands like modest mouse and the sea and cake. all of those were pretty successful.I think all comes down to the way you promote your music, you can be a great band but if you don't have the platform to spread your music, the artist will fail. lets not forget that Ellison commit suicide and that is when the band stop, and they were just in their prime,so i believe they would of been really successful. look at nick drake with his pink moon album, i mean the man was a genius lyricist, but just the bad promotion and his health issues stop him from been successful. i mean his music didn't get popular till way later. check out that short doc. ua-cam.com/video/Gb5gNf8DVss/v-deo.html
I did! Own every album and still listen to them today! One of the very best power trios.
I will never forget this band.Every so often I listen to their music here on UA-cam.Valarie loves me is one of my favorite songs of all time.RIP Jim.
They were this good every single time I saw them play live. All three albums have hits on them, even if radio moved forward without them, because Jim knew how to write perfect pop songs. I wish Jim had held on. He left us too soon. Heartbreaking still.
2024 still loving this!
Fucking A! As you should.
yes in Chattanooga Tennessee
About to do a drum cover of one of their song's just trying to figure it out 👍
I went to high school with Jim. Glenbard North class of 1982. I moved to New Jersey and saw Material Issue at a club called the Fast Lane in Asbury Park New Jersey circa 1990. While Billy Corgan (i.e Smashing Pumpkins) got the recognition from that time, it is odd to think that another leader of an emerging band was walking the halls at the same time. Billy was a freshmen my senior year but Jim and I were the same age. I remember passing him in the halls; he wasn't in my classes nor did he play on my teams, I just remember passing him.....He signed my girlfriend's poster when I saw him in Asbury...I wish I kept it (..the poster not the girl...) though both are long gone but I remember that night...I've always played his music even before I found out we were connected. When I heard he passed I thought about those things that most of us do like..Oh, I should have talked to him or if I only new....but in the end it comes down to just saying hello to the guy walking the high school halls..RIP Jim, I sort of knew you but I don't.
Robert Walla I live in Glendale hgts for over 31 years, and had to go all the fuckin wayu to east...
I love hearing real stories like that in the comment section, long live the comment section.
I remember seeing them in Chicago at the metro...
1982? I always thought he was younger than me
Ill be your girlfriend now after reading that. Lol
Ahh, the good old days! Music sucks now!
My wife and I saw them in Rockford Illinois back when they were hot. Seen a lot of concerts. Would rank these guys at the top.
Jim Ellison, representing Addison, Illinois!
Love the early 80’s sound of this song.
The alt-rock station here in Atlanta plays this on regular rotation. I love it and was convinced they were a Brit group circa 2006. I was floored to find out 1991 and Chicago. I've never heard of them before I caught the song on the radio. This song is so sad. This band was wayyyy ahead of the times and I wish they'd found greater success. RIP Jim.
As strange as this is to say, without this song I wouldn’t be married to my wife.
Damn song. LOL.
Better than the studio cut. Too bad Jim Ellison left us so soon.
I really enjoyed Jim's open chord sound. He was one of those guys who looked like he was doing a lot more chordally, but he always kept it very simple. This is also the first time I have seen him with a Hiwatt 1/2 stack. He always had smaller Hiwatt combos when I saw him play live. ... and a real tube overdrive on the whole night. Great sound.
The shows at the Metro were the SHIZ-NIT!! Those were the best.
This is such a good song.this single alone should have been their international pop overthrow.damn it.
We will always be here, there and anywhere u go.
something very surreal and special about this performance, aside from it being beyond flawless, i just cant pinpoint the "magic". Thats all but dissapeared in todays music
I love it.
The Jam!!! 💯
I was drawn to this band because Jim Ellison's voice reminded me of The Hollies lead singer Allan Clarke. Lucky enough to meet them at Portland's Music Millenium record store where they were promoting that night's concert. Their sound was a welcome relief from all the synth-pop and grunge rock dominating the airwaves at the time.
Jim would have so loved being compared to Allan Clarke.
The BEST from Chicagoland in the 90s!!!
Born and raised in Chicago I remember seeing these guys live at the Metro, along with the other great rock bands of this era. This needs to be seen by more people absolutely great!
The Metro is still legend. Seeing Material Issue there would have been mind blowing.
It was a fantastic show. My husband I still talk about it 30 years later.
Wow, a 2nd great live video by Material Issue! They were a great live band, very in synch with each other. I like they don't preen excessively for the audience and let their playing do the proverbial talking. They should have been much more successful than they were, a shame listeners didn't take to them much more than they did.
The amazing Tragically Hip song "Escape is At Hand for the Travelling Man" is about Jim. RIPx2
I’ve feel blessed to have been blessed with this eargasmic experience & loved sharing it with everyone I know! This song hurts on going so many levels and meanings change over time.
It's chemistry, anybody can make a band, when the right people meet that's what happens. When one leaves it is gone.
This songs is the shit....I love Chicago bands!!!!!
I Like This Song(:
For some reason, I particularly loved the transition period from 89-93 of alternative music / 80s to 90s.. seemed like a magical time of music and it was different that what was before and after.
Very well put thanx
My band had the pleasure of opening for them in Portland, Oregon. They were awesome live and such nice guys.
This song makes me feel special cause my name is Valerie :D
exactly like it sounded behind my apartment at 1st and John in champaign
great version :)
International pop overthrow... remember those cool long CD boxes
Totally
He left us 20 years ago.... TODAY :(
The greatest 3:30 in the history of live performances
this is a fucking good version!
damn the guitar is CRUNCHY 😊
Is this shit fucking fantastic or what that some power trio shit
They totally should have played The Wonders in the movie That Thing You Do.
I only hope that she remembers me...
Fantastic Power Pop! This version of the song kicks serious tail. This band was tight live! It's probably very hard to find now, but their CD of a concert at Metro in Chicago, with Nash Kato announcing them onto the stage, is a true classic. Jim had a lot of rocking left to do. As with all suicides, it was unfortunate, unnecessary, and sad. But the music lives on..............Thanks for this clip!
THANK YOU for uploading this. The quality is outstanding and a GREAT performance.
from descendents, social distortion LehighValley Hardcore being homeless 1986,87,88,89,90 they help tear drop my sorry ass to sleep on my walkman alot.Thankyou u just dont know!!! Thank You
I remember hearing this song on the radio when it came out. I had just got dumped by a girl I adored at the time and was driving around aimlessly at sunrise in my ‘68 Plymouth. I didn’t realize it was a new song. I assumed it was an old 80’s tune. Here I am 30 years later remembering and reminiscing….
dam jim, why did u have 2 leave so early?
Rip bro... the world is a shitty place at times.. im sorry u felt that was the only way out
This was one of those bands I listened to after expanding my horizons beyond my teenaged heavy metal years. Along with several other bands, they filled the gap between the decline of the metal scene and before grunge really hit big. International Pop Overthrow was released my senior year of college. I remember listening on campus and in my tiny apartment after I moved back to Dallas. I was lucky enough to see them at the Dallas Bronco Bowl that year. RIP Jim Ellison.
So I saw them on their International Pop Overthrow tour in Raleigh in '89 . Was there with comedians Lord Carrett and then opener/mc and William and Mary student, Patton Oswalt...and only 25-30 people in a small bar. We LOVED them because they were great, but also because they still gave it 100%, with a crap crowd, something we understood when we had the same. The drummer was totally cool in chatting with him, afterwards. Loved, saddened by this band. Great memories.
this song reminds me of valerie...
That's, of course, Fender Telecaster Deluxe. Check it on Wikipedia, for example. It always had 70's large head.
I sold Jim the Tele deluxe in this video.
This song brings back so many wonderful memories. The good old days. It's so crazy how a certain song can take you back to that very same place when u first heard it, for me it is 15 years ago! Wow! Thanks for this video :)
They will always b a place in my heart 4 Ellison. What a fabulous talent he had. His stage presence was like no one else ever
They were so fucking good. Hands down, the most underrated power pop band, ever.
Fantástico tema de los inicios de los 90.hasta ahora los escucho y lo disfruto
remember them i do and i'm 12 why because the bassist is my dad
Ur very lucky. Do u know Phil Anotti?
Can someone tell me where i can find the documentary on these guys called Out of Time?
Its on tubi for free
Does anyone have any video of when they played with the Pretenders or with the Replacements at Grant Park?
I saw them open for the Pretenders in Boston. The crowd was dead and I could tell the band was frustrated by that. Even so, I thought they sounded great.
Wanna hear something even funnier? the bass players son is in my band!
The Hustle If we're keeping on with tangential relations, the bass player's brother was my friend's college roommate during our freshman year.
@ElGorcho listen to the studio version. power pop. this performance is also missing the screaming lead guitar note in the chorus, which is essential.
D Miller lost more than hair?
It is such a well written rock song that it sounds amazingly fresh three decades later. An amazing hook that is riffy and tasty. Musical perfection.
I've read that once he got quasi famous, he started hanging with douchebags, makes sense.
I saw them play for free at an outdoor show during NIU's Homecoming sometime in the late 90s. Last concert that I went to, cuz he killed himself soon after. I got tired of saying "I saw (artist, band) right before they committed suicide."
I was fortunate to see Matierial Issue headline with John Mellencamp opening for them at the Riviera in Chicago.
@ncatty23 Ya I know,was homeless to for awhile,songs like this carried us through bad nights.......
The bass players Pompadour is amazing.
luv the campfire chords and the entwhistle bass
great version! 90´s !
Never would have known he killed himself. One of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard, so much love and great beat.
I saw them at the Metro 2 wks b4 he died. I was devastated. I went to every show I could. Loved being on the floor at the Metro right in front of him. I'll never forget it as long as I live
Wanna hear something funny? The Bass players son is in my band.
My favorite band. Was lucky enough to see them a few times
AMAZING🎙🎸❤
Why do people who have the world by the balls, throw it all away?
That album Destination Universe is 👌
how in the hell did you find this lol thanks for the upload
A power pop band that could really rip it up 👍
WHy ,? WHY mus they COmiit SUICIDE !!!! ???
PLEAS EheLp Them LORD
2:40!
I think he got it wrong, He loves Valerie...
Fantastic!
fantastic gig! RIP Jim.
Why isn't anyone making a documentary on this band?
They are! It is coming out next year
Cool guitar sound.
fucking brilliant! Will never go out of style! Por vida!
They have been on my mind for a while! He took my hat off my head and tan down the hall in St Louis. Sad.
So damn good.
Wish I had Ted's hair
yeah well my best freind is jimmy ellisons neffeu. Soo yeah and ive also played this guys white les paul sg soooooo suck it
I only try and put on what you like,Like "Valarie loves Me" its a personal favorite..for a personal Friend...and I miss dancing to it with her...............
@hectorsalinasisback OMG! Of all of those bands the ONLY one M.I. couldn't touch is Cheap Trick... this tune alone is better than the Romantics ENTIRE catalogue!
Take no prisoners
The third record may have been their best.
well, he's gotta sit somewhere .. hehe. does he play in a band ?
Wanna hear something funny........my old room mate's best friend was the bass player for Material Issue. Carlsinner sayn wat up all my ISU peeps!!!!!
i saw these guys in st louis at mississippi nights on the landing. actually hung out with jim. very deep person. miss him.
This has always been one of those songs that I always dn load whenever I am setting up another device. I just LoVe the whole vibe the song has.
The band shd of been huge. It's kinda really sad to even think that music has become so sick I mean u listen 2 the lyrics of these Hip Hop bands and i dont even want to know. Because it's so simple minded and ignorant that I feel embarrassed for them.....
🖕😜🖕
I've never seen so many popular bands cover this song?
check out bands cover of Valerie Loves Me w/ the bass players son singing it
@deni1149 Still in my thoughts and prayers,T...pops never forget his only Daughter...
Wow! (John, have you heard this?)