The Rockford Files Theme - One-Man-Band Cover

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  • @photolabguy
    @photolabguy Рік тому +37

    Mike Post would approve!

  • @rick3747
    @rick3747 10 місяців тому +36

    I lived in a house of pain....unwanted and neglected. "Rockford Files" was my best friend. Seriously.....the show helped me cope better than therapy.
    I just wish I could have written to James Garner and told him the impact of his show.

    • @bradlafferty6076
      @bradlafferty6076 6 місяців тому +2

      I still watch it today , angel is such a lovable worm

  • @davidnappyhoose204
    @davidnappyhoose204 Рік тому +10

    Outstanding!

  • @JimMcAnally10SE
    @JimMcAnally10SE 4 місяці тому +16

    I’m a Rockford Files fan so I clicked on this video. Then I shouted to my wife, “HEY, I KNOW HIM.” Great rendition, friend! Glad to see you’re still as talented as ever!!!

    • @calvin-bottoms
      @calvin-bottoms  4 місяці тому +3

      Jim! So good to hear from you! I hope all is well with you and yours. And glad you enjoyed the video. Take care, brother!

    • @anonymouzxx
      @anonymouzxx Місяць тому

      Jim, this is Cal from the Leave the Whales Alone club. Our protest cruise leaves from the pier Saturday 3pm; the whales need you, Jim! 😂

  • @bradlafferty6076
    @bradlafferty6076 7 місяців тому +16

    James Garner and Mike Post would approve this message!

  • @LeeNottingham
    @LeeNottingham 2 роки тому +59

    FANTASTIC!! This is the BEST theme to ANY tv series EVER. You nailed it!

    • @calvin-bottoms
      @calvin-bottoms  2 роки тому +4

      Thank you! It has always been a favorite of mine as well.

    • @andrewelliott1939
      @andrewelliott1939 10 днів тому

      THE best?
      It's a very good one, indeed. But is there a best? And, if so, is it that?
      I offer this as a contender........
      ua-cam.com/video/HnkXkCuxePk/v-deo.html

    • @PolPotsPieHole
      @PolPotsPieHole 8 днів тому

      Its a good one for sure, Sanford and Son is the one I always get stuck in my head

  • @Butterflies_in_Winter
    @Butterflies_in_Winter 9 місяців тому +2

    凄い😂
    ほぼ完璧なカバー
    素晴らしいの一言

  • @beninformato9040
    @beninformato9040 11 місяців тому +10

    You hit the jackpot, nailing that iconic theme from the "Rockford Files" like nobody's business. I gotta hand it to you, you played every instrument like you had a detective's intuition, effortlessly capturing the soul of the show in one-man band harmony. You know, it takes a special kind of genius to do what you just did. You've got the finesse of Jim Rockford's expert lock picking, smoothly handling each instrument with finesse and precision. It's almost like you've cracked the code and found the secret formula to transport us back to the gritty streets of L.A., right into the heart of the private investigator adventures. I gotta be honest, your performance was sharper than the tip of Jim Rockford's 1970's pinpoint oxford collar, and as precise as his Pontiac Firebird J-turn, yet somehow as smooth as the words from Cannell's writing. You managed to capture that unmistakable "Rockford Files" vibe - a combination of laid-back charm and just the right amount of edge - with every note you played. So keep playing, but remember to stay humble as in the words of Jim Rockford himself, "I hold my virtues to a minimum so they're easy to keep track of."

  • @ronm8948
    @ronm8948 Рік тому +4

    Genius, it is great.James Garner was the best,don't forget Angel and Rocky!

  • @thegenxradioshow1007
    @thegenxradioshow1007 2 роки тому +11

    If not for YT algorithms, this video would have a million views.
    I get tired of algorithms deciding which videos are worthy for me to watch and or listen to.

    • @calvin-bottoms
      @calvin-bottoms  2 роки тому +2

      What a kind thing to say! Thank you very much!

    • @thegenxradioshow1007
      @thegenxradioshow1007 2 роки тому +1

      @@calvin-bottoms You are awesome!
      regardless of artificial intelligence crap telling us which videos we should view...
      Live on man!, and we will live on with you.

    • @buddhahead27
      @buddhahead27 6 місяців тому +1

      Yes I agree by the way what is the selection name of that signature rhythm on the electric keyboard? Love the sound of it

  • @neileyre6019
    @neileyre6019 4 місяці тому +5

    Bloody brilliant mate!

  • @hrossaman
    @hrossaman 8 місяців тому +3

    The sound of this recording is so... present.
    I hope Mike Post hears this

  • @KenPryor
    @KenPryor 11 місяців тому +6

    Wow, that was so good! Brought back memories of watching The Rockford Files at my grandparents house.

  • @slimtimm1
    @slimtimm1 Рік тому +3

    Having a hard time believing that's all you!! French horn have it away! Omfg I'm super impressed

  • @wadeconner3200
    @wadeconner3200 2 роки тому +2

    Wow, I'm blown away. I was just watching an episode of the show and thought, let's look and see what youtube has on this them song. You are very talented and thanks for making my night! I passed this onto my Dad who loves this show as well.

    • @calvin-bottoms
      @calvin-bottoms  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much, Wade! This tune always takes me back to my childhood. Glad you enjoyed it!

    • @wadeconner3200
      @wadeconner3200 2 роки тому +1

      @@calvin-bottoms Any other theme show's renditions you're working on that you can give us a hint on? I for one, can't wait!

    • @calvin-bottoms
      @calvin-bottoms  2 роки тому +1

      @@wadeconner3200 I definitely have a few favorites in mind, but nothing started. Taxi, Barney Miller, Cheers. The ultimate would be Sanford & Son, but I think that one might be beyond me.

  • @ronmounts8075
    @ronmounts8075 3 місяці тому +2

    That's Absolutely Amazingly Beautiful!!!

  • @scottwoodworth7023
    @scottwoodworth7023 Рік тому +3

    Dude, This is well done. Thank you. And thank you Mike Post, Pete Anderson and Stephen Canell.

  • @paulcracknell5025
    @paulcracknell5025 7 місяців тому +4

    I wish your version was on Spotify …. it captures the original - great job

  • @COLMANRYAN62
    @COLMANRYAN62 2 роки тому +22

    Wow Brother! You one hell of a musician! You had to put major effort, time into this! So impressed! You ROCK! Excellent job Sir!

  • @MostDear
    @MostDear 10 місяців тому +1

    You make it look easy. Well done!

  • @caz62
    @caz62 Рік тому +2

    Great rendition and cover of Rockford.. aka Rockfish!

    • @davidkrasivsky6340
      @davidkrasivsky6340 10 місяців тому

      Get off that Rockfish, Gandy.. its ROCK-FORD!!!!!

  • @theoriginalfixitallgarage
    @theoriginalfixitallgarage Рік тому +6

    Bravo! That made me smile! Beautiful job!

  • @mghumphrey
    @mghumphrey 8 місяців тому +1

    Perfect!

  • @Necron-ez2cc
    @Necron-ez2cc 7 місяців тому +3

    Amazing tribute to Mike Post's masterpiece. Long live Jim Rockford!!?

  • @lbbruins7958
    @lbbruins7958 7 місяців тому +4

    OUTSTANDING CALVIN! Simply outstanding!

  • @pattijacksonpattipowerswrestle
    @pattijacksonpattipowerswrestle 7 місяців тому +3

    I absolutely love this. Very great talent.

  • @HarleyCigar
    @HarleyCigar 2 роки тому +14

    Excellent job! Thanks for putting this out. I loved this show and the music!

  • @steventesta6782
    @steventesta6782 Рік тому +2

    What a great job exactly like the original 👏
    Mike post would be proud!!!!

  • @jackoneil3933
    @jackoneil3933 2 роки тому +4

    Beautiful! The Passion really shines through! Best rendition! I would love to hear Mike Post's reaction to it. Switching out the synth for horns in spots would knock out of the park.

  • @allandrake4426
    @allandrake4426 Рік тому +1

    Nailed the Moog

  • @cybrarian9
    @cybrarian9 2 роки тому +9

    Great job! It brings back happy childhood memories. They just don't make television shows this good anymore. Excellent theme song. Consider a career writing for these shows. Goodness knows they need improving.

  • @mush1976em
    @mush1976em 2 дні тому

    One of the best TV themes ever.
    Great job!

  • @briansalisbury4764
    @briansalisbury4764 Рік тому +1

    I watch this on reruns on Cozi every weekday. Was the best show on TV

  • @jackobrien3584
    @jackobrien3584 Рік тому +1

    Calvin: That had to be a labour of love. Masterfully done. I wish I had a fraction of your talent.

  • @charleskadletc2431
    @charleskadletc2431 3 місяці тому +1

    EDITING PERFECTLY DONE

  • @markstracener
    @markstracener Рік тому +2

    Brilliant! Watching it over and over.

  • @roblamble1519
    @roblamble1519 8 місяців тому +1

    What absolute talent !!! Brings back many happy memories of the 70s, the best decade of music. Best EVER tv series ❤ RIP JAMES GARNER.

  • @selwynandrews9665
    @selwynandrews9665 8 місяців тому +1

    Good on you man, that was epic.

  • @freddy69freddy
    @freddy69freddy 2 роки тому +2

    the rockford files lives on

  • @perry44442000
    @perry44442000 11 місяців тому +2

    Fabulous work on a fabulous song. Keep up the good work brother. 👍🏼

  • @jeffjames4064
    @jeffjames4064 Рік тому +1

    Hell yeah 👍

  • @squeaky_buddha
    @squeaky_buddha Рік тому +2

    FINALLY someone talented enough to do this cover! INCREDIBLE work!

  • @thomaspripley
    @thomaspripley 8 місяців тому +2

    That keyboard voicing sounds the same as the one used in the "In Search Of..." theme from the 70s (hosted by Leonard Nimoy).

    • @calvin-bottoms
      @calvin-bottoms  8 місяців тому +1

      I had forgotten all about that show! It is a similar sound; could be the same synthesizer (Minimoog).

    • @thomaspripley
      @thomaspripley 7 місяців тому

      @@calvin-bottoms any chance of getting a cover of it? :) ua-cam.com/video/r_SAKcOuTpU/v-deo.html

  • @captainkickstand
    @captainkickstand 2 роки тому +7

    This song has been in my head for a few days now, ever since I watched a completely unrelated movie starring James Garner. Imagine searching it on YT and finding out that you put this amazing cover up just a couple of weeks ago! Thanks!

    • @calvin-bottoms
      @calvin-bottoms  2 роки тому +3

      Thanks, that made my day! So glad you enjoyed it! It has always been one of my favorites.

    • @pauloc8988
      @pauloc8988 2 роки тому +4

      Greatest TV tune ever written

    • @tombunza705
      @tombunza705 2 роки тому +1

      @@pauloc8988 although you could argue for Sanford and Son or Barney Miller, even Hawaii 5-0

  • @thepolarphantasm2319
    @thepolarphantasm2319 7 місяців тому +2

    Superb. He who keeps his gun in the cookie jar would be proud to rock such theme music, surely.

  • @don3838
    @don3838 2 роки тому +4

    I'm bingeing Rockford at the moment, so this tune is very much on my mind. Bravo. If only I could play even ONE instrument.

  • @lincolnlg490
    @lincolnlg490 Рік тому +2

    wonderful....I even felt a pang in my heart, missing those good times. I also saw Garner passing by quickly with the Pontiac Firebird. Thank You

  • @nollaeel5697
    @nollaeel5697 10 місяців тому +2

    Brought a smile to my face. Real joy. Thanks.

  • @mudwiser1391
    @mudwiser1391 2 роки тому +11

    Very well done Sir. The solo was top notch!!!

  • @dennisgoodnight2029
    @dennisgoodnight2029 Рік тому +1

    You knocked this out of the park! Without a doubt the GREATEST TV theme song of all time.

  • @elisabethj.v.beardsell9853
    @elisabethj.v.beardsell9853 Рік тому +2

    Absoloute perfection!❤

  • @drmarkintexas-400
    @drmarkintexas-400 Рік тому +2

    Excellent
    ⭐🏆😎🙏🇺🇲🤗

  • @wheatlandstudios
    @wheatlandstudios Рік тому +2

    Nice! Great sound! Just starting to really appreciate this theme and show! Thanks for sharing!

  • @usmilitarytags194
    @usmilitarytags194 2 роки тому +6

    nice job, this is killer!

  • @TheNameisPlissken1981
    @TheNameisPlissken1981 2 роки тому +1

    This just reminds me how much I miss television theme songs and the talent of Mike Post & Pete Carpenter!!

  • @tombunza705
    @tombunza705 2 роки тому +29

    This is the best version of this on you tube. I cover this also on my upcoming cd but I can't top this. I would say this describes the expression "spot on". I love the guitars. It is not real drums though, right? They are good. Did you program them?

    • @calvin-bottoms
      @calvin-bottoms  2 роки тому +4

      Wow, thank you so much, Tom! Yes, I programmed the drums in Logic. I haven't gotten around to learning how to play them yet. ;) I look forward to hearing your version of this great tune. Where should I be watching for your CD? Thanks again.

  • @bmoraga01
    @bmoraga01 11 місяців тому +1

    My all time favorite TV theme and you knocked it out of the park. That was a kickazz guitar solo. You nailed it. Thanks for posting.

  • @Bentwaters1961
    @Bentwaters1961 8 місяців тому +1

    Very nicely done sir!! Some of us know the tune, but to see each part played makes it that much more enjoyable! Fist bump!! :)

  • @jamesdavis5096
    @jamesdavis5096 Рік тому +2

    Yeah this is gonna be a really big I just can’t get enough of this

  • @patscott8612
    @patscott8612 11 днів тому

    Great rendtion. Sounds like a sunny day with some passing clouds.

  • @JoshPayneIT
    @JoshPayneIT 2 роки тому +2

    Homie, this brought a tear to my eye. And yeah, I always thought it was LC as well. Thank you for being this awesome!

    • @calvin-bottoms
      @calvin-bottoms  2 роки тому +1

      What a kind thing to say! Thank you, and I'm so glad you enjoyed it.

  • @danlundgren262
    @danlundgren262 9 місяців тому

    This original song is in the top ten songs of my life - I'm so impressed with your spot-on re-creation of the Mike Post original single - for years I had an idea to try do this on keyboard only but you blew it away! - very thankful for all the work and time you put into this great audio/visual production.

  • @bad396bad
    @bad396bad Рік тому +1

    Think I already left you a thanks, but I've listened several times. I turned my 70 year old cousin on it to it and she lov❤ed it! It so fun! Thank you!

  • @bohunkdeluxe2430
    @bohunkdeluxe2430 2 роки тому +2

    great job on this....

  • @bradlafferty6076
    @bradlafferty6076 3 місяці тому +1

    That is talent

  • @kymadman3404
    @kymadman3404 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing your talent. The best non-Mike Post version I’ve ever seen or heard.

  • @leebrowwski
    @leebrowwski 4 місяці тому +1

    Made my day!

  • @leath25
    @leath25 5 місяців тому

    Brilliant, perfect.had this tune blasting from my car last week.good job.

  • @paulinainzunzadiaz6988
    @paulinainzunzadiaz6988 3 місяці тому +1

    Que bien logrado el tema de Rockford Files , es hermoso , felicitaciones

  • @dominicmackenzie3028
    @dominicmackenzie3028 2 роки тому +4

    Man, you absolutely smashed it! Outstanding!

  • @johnbruce4474
    @johnbruce4474 7 місяців тому +2

    Fantastic

  • @afroscifizianzcomix7836
    @afroscifizianzcomix7836 Рік тому +1

    This made my morning 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍👍Great to listen to before work (8.43 AM UK time)

  • @johnullman5620
    @johnullman5620 2 роки тому +1

    EXCELLENT !!! Just like the T.V. Show Theme! THE BEST! COOL!!!

  • @williamevers9540
    @williamevers9540 Рік тому +1

    Wow . . .perfect. Must have been satisfying putting this altogether where others could not Interesting, I never heard the acoustic guitar in it before . . .yet there it is.

    • @calvin-bottoms
      @calvin-bottoms  Рік тому

      Thank you! It is fun to take it all apart. In this interview ua-cam.com/video/snruBzT-bPA/v-deo.html Mike Post mentions two flutes, but I have never been able to hear them.

  • @CluelessFarmer
    @CluelessFarmer 2 роки тому +5

    This is amazing! Great great work!

  • @richbalchunas5708
    @richbalchunas5708 2 роки тому +4

    Nicely done !

  • @drumtwo4seven
    @drumtwo4seven 15 годин тому

    Sweet 🎶👍

  • @Ingens_Scherz
    @Ingens_Scherz 2 роки тому +1

    There was me wondering if someone had ever covered this incredible music. And....five seconds later....bingo!
    And how good is this!

  • @ceefaxbbctv8788
    @ceefaxbbctv8788 8 місяців тому +1

    Amazing feelgood factor 😍

  • @liamcarey560
    @liamcarey560 Рік тому +2

    Awesome

  • @BMNatal
    @BMNatal 2 роки тому +1

    Without a doubt, this is the best version of "The Rockford Files" tune that I have heard anyone do thus far. Amazing that you did this all on your own. Kudo's to you.
    On my copy of a Mike Post album, "Railhead Overture" it is listed as Jim Gordon on the drums. Another excellent studio musician who has played with a host of artists. He was in "Derek & the Dominos" and actually wrote the keyboard ending for "Layla".

  • @jonathangarrison
    @jonathangarrison 3 місяці тому

    Wow! Beautiful! As much fun to watch as it was to listen to.

  • @King_Colombia_Inc
    @King_Colombia_Inc 2 місяці тому

    *FANTASTIC!!!* 😃

  • @bad396bad
    @bad396bad Рік тому +1

    James would love this!

  • @Eggmanontheair
    @Eggmanontheair Рік тому +1

    Brilliant. Exceptional work, thank you for sharing.

  • @GregMunning
    @GregMunning 2 роки тому +1

    That’s completely bad-ass! My favorite show. Thanks for the video.

  • @MrRandyFratkin
    @MrRandyFratkin 2 роки тому +2

    Excellent job.

  • @KoJaksKranium
    @KoJaksKranium 6 місяців тому +1

    Very well done and darn accurate.
    Thanks.

  • @PolPotsPieHole
    @PolPotsPieHole 8 днів тому

    this takes me back....good job, fun

  • @huggables2
    @huggables2 9 місяців тому +1

    That was awesome! If I did a band again, I would want to do all TV Themes. John :)

    • @calvin-bottoms
      @calvin-bottoms  9 місяців тому

      I would go see that band! I might even beg to join it. Thanks for watching!

  • @steventegart2249
    @steventegart2249 2 роки тому +1

    Rockin, absolutely rockin. You didn't just do justice to the already brilliant original theme - this is even better. Watching you do it all yourself split screen is a joy. Cheers.

    • @calvin-bottoms
      @calvin-bottoms  2 роки тому

      You are too kind, sir! Thanks for watching.

  • @mikebowden4536
    @mikebowden4536 2 роки тому +2

    WELL DONE

  • @mikeoxbig7890
    @mikeoxbig7890 3 місяці тому

    Amazing!! Nailed every instrument to the tee!! Well done my brother🤗🤗🙏🙏👍👍

  • @robinprophet1714
    @robinprophet1714 Рік тому

    My amazing son-in-law. The best!!

  • @josephpowelliii9169
    @josephpowelliii9169 2 роки тому +2

    He nailed it!!!!

  • @vo780
    @vo780 9 місяців тому +1

    Great performance!

  • @thomaspripley
    @thomaspripley 8 місяців тому

    All of the best of the 70s! These are flawless!

  • @markroberts2277
    @markroberts2277 11 місяців тому +1

    What great talent, you'd make Mike Post proud

  • @edualekess100
    @edualekess100 2 роки тому +1

    amazing!!! Very good!!! I remember James Gardner in his television series. I loved that music!!! Thank you very much for spreading and recreating it. From Argentina thank you very much!!!

  • @mudwiser1391
    @mudwiser1391 2 роки тому +1

    I have watched this vid a ton of times, and it gets better and better every time. Great job!!!

    • @calvin-bottoms
      @calvin-bottoms  2 роки тому +1

      So glad you're enjoying it! Thanks for watching!