It's amazing how fresh and modern this 1966 recording still sounds today! I'm also from 1966, and have significantly more signs of age than this piece 🙂
I used to dance to this wonderful tune having ridden my Lambretta SX 200 to Northern Soul events across the North of England. I then became a teacher and prepared my students for university. Later in my career I was lion taming scallies in inner city Liverpool and was privileged to be best man at one of my lad’s wedding as he made a success of his life. Unfortunately I stood at the graveside of one of my lads who was out of reach and took 8 bullets to the chest. I am now 68 years of age and recovering from surgery for cancer but wonderful music like this still provides the soundtrack to my life.
@@brendabarber7459 thank you so much, Brenda. The blood test results are good but anyone in my position is like the guy falling from the Empire State Building. When he reaches the 63rd floor he thinks, “So far so good.” 😂😂😂
I was lucky enough to be a regular at Twisted Wheel from 1965 to 1969. There were some amazing Soul and Motown tunes played that went on to form the basis of 'Northern Soul' But Jazz classic Wade in the Water by Ramsey Lewis was the best instrumental record to dance to EVER! I'm now 72 with a touch of arthritus but will always hit the floor when l hear those opening bars. God Bless Ramsey Lewis 💖
True classic, in the US you say gospel but we in the UK always saw this as soul and soul of the highest calibre, it was a massive hit in the clubs and discos.
That is such a brill dancer. Played at the Northern Soul All-Nighters, Dayers remember shuffling away on the dance floor. Thanking you Ramsey Lewis and crew.❤🎹🎼🎶🎺
This song has a place as a memorable warm up tune for the St. Bonaventure Basketball team. It will always have a place in my heart for that, and it's a great tune!
When this record was played at our local youth club (UK) more than 40 years ago, it was one of my favorites. Never knew - until today - that it is a spiritual song. It certainly holds up after all these years!
Played all over NOE at soul clubs n select discos in 70's , eg.... road runner at Aston hall cc , broken wheel at retford , charade at rotherham , attic at donny , up n up and lbj in rotherham, shades in deedahland , binlid at dewsbury and many others
This has been used for more than 30 years as an intro for a German language radio newscast ('Berichte von heute') on station WDR2. And it's still being used. It's a classic.
My parents and I went on vacation over the summer, and on the way back home I was listening to this almost non stop on the plane. This song is really good for a long flight. I don’t know why.
One of my earliest memories of dancing and enjoying it used to float across the floor to this one no matter where it was Torch to Tate was always there
back to wade in the water I want to have a real good time listening to this love this song dedicated to my auntie Leola thank you so much for the mermories love always
Bricomalingo almost every time I look for a sound clip from the northern soul sales groups or discogs you're the one who's got it. You're like the Batman of soul collectors. Thanks for posting all this. Ktf mate.
I remember grooving along to this in the early seventies when it was played at discos and parties. It was the best funkiest dance jazz arrangement I know. .
I was there for the Fall 68 season with Lanier. Awesome team. Just heard this song this afternoon for the first time in MANY years. Had to come here to listen to this version. Nice to see other Bonnie comments.
It's amazing how fresh and modern this 1966 recording still sounds today! I'm also from 1966, and have significantly more signs of age than this piece 🙂
as a 73 year old music lover & vinyl DJ I have used this this epic tune as an intro tune many tunes, always gets the feet tapping.
I used to dance to this wonderful tune having ridden my Lambretta SX 200 to Northern Soul events across the North of England.
I then became a teacher and prepared my students for university.
Later in my career I was lion taming scallies in inner city Liverpool and was privileged to be best man at one of my lad’s wedding as he made a success of his life. Unfortunately I stood at the graveside of one of my lads who was out of reach and took 8 bullets to the chest.
I am now 68 years of age and recovering from surgery for cancer but wonderful music like this still provides the soundtrack to my life.
Hope you are recovering. Loved reading your memories ❤️
Music is the balm of the soul sir. Stay safe.
Bless you..
@@brendabarber7459 thank you so much, Brenda. The blood test results are good but anyone in my position is like the guy falling from the Empire State Building. When he reaches the 63rd floor he thinks, “So far so good.” 😂😂😂
@@henrysmithers2648 thanks, Henry 👍
RIP Ramsey. My favorite Ramsey Lewis song.
Heaven is dancing to this today, RIP Ramsey
Best instrumental piece of music ever.x
I'm 64and can't help getting up and dancing
Remember all those sweaty club nights that never ended?
Running for the last bus...
I am 76 and remember this music very well!!!
I was lucky enough to be a regular at Twisted Wheel from 1965 to 1969.
There were some amazing Soul and Motown tunes played that went on to form the basis of 'Northern Soul' But Jazz classic Wade in the Water by Ramsey Lewis was the best instrumental record to dance to EVER! I'm now 72 with a touch of arthritus but will always hit the floor when l hear those opening bars.
God Bless Ramsey Lewis 💖
Never went to the TW , did they have live acts on there ?
who cares
Brill tune. Those were happy carefree days. Hadnt even heard of arthritis back then lol ;)
Best jazzing dance song. My parents had the album and I uesd to play it REALLY LOUD as a kid. I am 56 now and still cranking it up!
I still have the vinyl! Loved your story ;)
Beat ya still doing that at 62
56 bit of a kid LOL
@@davidfred5862 67 and still loving this fabulous music!
I sure know what you mean. It's a great tune to dance to.☺🎹🎼🎶💃
True classic, in the US you say gospel but we in the UK always saw this as soul and soul of the highest calibre, it was a massive hit in the clubs and discos.
RIP to a class act in every way.
Still sounds as good today ..danced my legs off to this at n/s events
Could listen to this all day..absolute classic.
We owned this original 45 at home back in 1966. And “Side B” is the Marvin Gaye hit, “Ain’t That Peculiar”.
Our 1972 high school choir sung and recorded this wonderful spiritual song. Beautiful!
Greatest easy dance tune EVER!!!
51 years on and still a cool tune
This recording was the theme song for the Hessischer Rundfunk reports from the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt during the 1970s and 1980s.
But... to me this is the GREATEST Bolero-Funk ... 😊😂❤
That is such a brill dancer. Played at the Northern Soul All-Nighters, Dayers remember shuffling away on the dance floor. Thanking you Ramsey Lewis and crew.❤🎹🎼🎶🎺
God Bless you Ramsey R I P . Thank you for the music Keep the Faith.
classic, never get tired of hearing it
I love this and it took me through my teens and its still fab at 66!
Just found out RIP Ramsey - has to be one of the greatest instrumentals of all time - always a floorfiller👍👍👍👍
This song has a place as a memorable warm up tune for the St. Bonaventure Basketball team. It will always have a place in my heart for that, and it's a great tune!
When this record was played at our local youth club (UK) more than 40 years ago, it was one of my favorites. Never knew - until today - that it is a spiritual song. It certainly holds up after all these years!
I was in Shirebrook, Derbyshire
***** just a few miles away! ;)
Played all over NOE at soul clubs n select discos in 70's , eg.... road runner at Aston hall cc , broken wheel at retford , charade at rotherham , attic at donny , up n up and lbj in rotherham, shades in deedahland , binlid at dewsbury and many others
Mine, too. Love it
This has been used for more than 30 years as an intro for a German language radio newscast ('Berichte von heute') on station WDR2. And it's still being used. It's a classic.
tgoettgens jop, gerade im ndr gehört, war wahrscheinlich teil der ard-hitnacht. schnell shazam benutzt und nun hier in gänze angehört.
One of my favourites to dance to. #keepthefaith
My parents and I went on vacation over the summer, and on the way back home I was listening to this almost non stop on the plane. This song is really good for a long flight. I don’t know why.
Another great piece of bygone music, never to be forgotten xx
A classic tune. I had/have this 45 record from my military days in the sixties. Sounds as good as ever.
Me too I have this on 45 3 times
Awesome tune. Always been a favorite since it came out.
RIP Ramsey.
My growing up days love this I can't wait to renite with my family
One of my earliest memories of dancing and enjoying it used to float across the floor to this one no matter where it was Torch to Tate was always there
Mom used to play along to this on the organ.. while I danced at about 4 years of age.. intro to jazz pt 1..lol
I love this version
Brilliant Ramsey
back to wade in the water I want to have a real good time listening to this love this song dedicated to my auntie Leola thank you so much for the mermories love always
This the GREATEST Bolero-Swing-Funk ..... imo
Love all northern soul instrumental 😎🤘😍
What a super song!
incredible stuff mister Lewis
top tune, vibe, scene and fab times, keepin' the faith, many thanks
Keep on shuffling bro' ...... 😎
brilliant tune!
Isso sim é um samba rock.
Classic Choonage... Then and Now!!🎶👍🎵
Cracking tuneeeeeeee
Great tune to dance to. KTF.
Bricomalingo almost every time I look for a sound clip from the northern soul sales groups or discogs you're the one who's got it. You're like the Batman of soul collectors. Thanks for posting all this. Ktf mate.
Magnificent Melodious Music
Groovy as hell 😎
I remember grooving along to this in the early seventies when it was played at discos and parties. It was the best funkiest dance jazz arrangement I know. .
Bonnies Basketball and 'Wade in the Water' pre game in the Bob Lanier era 70'!
I was a frosh 69/70... We did kicked some ass didn't we... Lanier was unstopable!!! UNCROWNED NATIONAL CHAMPS!!!
I was there for the Fall 68 season with Lanier. Awesome team. Just heard this song this afternoon for the first time in MANY years. Had to come here to listen to this version. Nice to see other Bonnie comments.
Thanks for posting this!
A great ring tone !
Maurice White was the drummer on this..RIP, Maurice White.
Top drummer.
Cleavland Eaton on bass
Do yourself a huge favor and buy his autobiography. You'll love it! RIP Maurice! The dude...the cat...drum GOAT.
He was also the drummer on Rescue Me
This Instrumental Went To Number 19 On The Billboard Hot-100 Chart In 1966.
Always nice sounds thanks bricomaligno
Memories!
Never forget
Saw the man here in Bahrain about 8 years back , cool
Super!!
Trop bien !! J'adore !! 🤗😘
Dave Lee Travis radio theme on BBC radio 1
Classic Ramsey Lewis
BTW, THANKS FOR THOSE BEATLES !!!
Rip NDR Berichte von heute Titellied. 1979bis 2020
Think I will listen to RAMSEY PLAY ELINOR RIGBY RIGHT NOW !!!
DLT opening tune on bbc radio 1 in erly 70s
Great!!!!!
maravillosa!!!
........... heute noch genauso T O P !!! wie in 1968
Rest in peace, knowing your legacy is secure.
Super
this is the Single version, much better than the LP version for me.
Venture out boldly. Test the water. Unless you did your toe into it you'll never know whether it's hot or cold. Nothing ventured, nothing gained.
Love it
Hey little Walter ? something's gonna get you lil Walter.
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Klass!
i once heard this song in a store
Berichte von Heute 😉
Terrific song covered in 1968 by Harvey Mandel
Right On
Good call.
Wow fab groovy beatnik jazz
Go Bonnies!
Of the two hit versions this was the bigger hit, reaching #19. Herb Alpert's version could only muster a #37 peak.
Originally a reference by Harriet Tubman telling slaves to 'wade in the water' when escaping so dogs couldnt follow
Chooooon
du pur grooooooove
Definately not out of place on a northern night
Yes you Brits DO ENJOY SOME GOOD. MUSIC !!!
Eva's theme😂
I'd go to church if the music was like this, lol
There will not be any music in Hell so I will go to Church and enjoy this music in Hell on Earth!
1965, 1st Watt's Summer Festival
On the chess label.
Finally the orginal
Many of us Radio People used this great track as a talkover.
Dave Lee Travis
paddy mcclare,des pejko ,bud flangan , steve doyle , pete diston , dave mullett , the charade
Yeah
Ian Nairn's theme music
IS this Jazz or Soul
I feel like the mixed ... of BOLERO-Swing-Funk all... in one 😊😊😅😂❤