Amazing song. I grew up listening to Jellyfish and then found Roger's music shortly after. Listened to every song of his a thousand times. Every time I play a song of his for a friend they're instantly hooked. Great to see he's still making music. Keep up the good work!
It's a crime that he's not world renowned. In fact, it's a crime that Jellyfish and all other projects by the members are not seen as some of the best power pop ever released.
Ya I totally agree with you. I was fortunate enough to see Jellyfish in Vancouver when they came through touring both albums. I Believe their genius is simply lost on the majority of the pop music listeners on this planet. So glad that we got the opportunity to have them around in our lifetime. And for once I am grateful to social media for allowing us to continue uncovering the music and finding kindred souls who enjoy it as much as I do :)
Because I've listened to a lot of songs and music from the late 70's I am pleasantly reminiscing on this brilliant piece of music as it brings to mind two of my all time legendary favorites! Dan Fogelberg circa '77-'81 & Sir Paul McCartney and Wings('71-'73) Both known for their brilliant musical compositions , arrangements, and lyrical prowess(Fogelberg) ie, story telling. THANK YOU for being you Roger!❤💫💥💯
Bluebirds Blues is eerrily similar to another classic favorite of mine, a song called Nightbird by Hawaiian legendary group Kalapana. The subject matter is identical! So please check it out if you haven't already. ..When will you be coming to paradise? Roger? Please come back to the ALOHA state!
This is really fantastic. The chord changes and melody in the choruses take a few beautifully unexpected turns and then that Brian Wilson-meets-Roger Hodgson 2nd section is just amazing. Great work Sir Rog!
It takes REAL genius to get away with placing a TWO MINUTE bridge 3:26 into a song ~~~ What would it cost to get a screenshot of your computer screen of this EPIC ride>>>?? I wanna blow it up and frame it for the studio!!!!! THANK YOU Roger! (Bryan Ewald says hello)... xo GORGEOUS
So many references in your work to some incredible yet little known writers from the past, what we watched as kids: ruclips.net/video/Z3ysHOxSpRk/видео.html Also ~ I MUST know if you were involved in the production of the iCarly theme song, the orchestra chimes are dead give away ~ peace ~ and where's my screenshot?
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Absolutely sublime, the songwriting skills are off the charts. I think this might be one of my new favourites.
What a great song! Best I've heard in a long while.
Super cool video! Good song
Amazing song. I grew up listening to Jellyfish and then found Roger's music shortly after. Listened to every song of his a thousand times. Every time I play a song of his for a friend they're instantly hooked. Great to see he's still making music. Keep up the good work!
Thanks so much appreciate the compliment! Keep recruiting your friends, ha!
Fantastic song. Thanks for the wonderful music Sir.
It's a crime that he's not world renowned. In fact, it's a crime that Jellyfish and all other projects by the members are not seen as some of the best power pop ever released.
Yes, completely criminal, I agree...ha! Thanks for all the continued support.
Ya I totally agree with you. I was fortunate enough to see Jellyfish in Vancouver when they came through touring both albums. I Believe their genius is simply lost on the majority of the pop music listeners on this planet. So glad that we got the opportunity to have them around in our lifetime. And for once I am grateful to social media for allowing us to continue uncovering the music and finding kindred souls who enjoy it as much as I do :)
Because I've listened to a lot of songs and music from the late 70's I am pleasantly reminiscing on this brilliant piece of music as it brings to mind two of my all time legendary favorites! Dan Fogelberg circa '77-'81 & Sir Paul McCartney and Wings('71-'73) Both known for their brilliant musical compositions , arrangements, and lyrical prowess(Fogelberg) ie, story telling. THANK YOU for being you Roger!❤💫💥💯
I'm just doing whatever I can to get "Sir" added to the front of my name!
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Yes!! SIR!!!🤩👍🏼🚀
Bluebirds Blues is eerrily similar to another classic favorite of mine, a song called Nightbird by Hawaiian legendary group Kalapana. The subject matter is identical! So please check it out if you haven't already. ..When will you be coming to paradise? Roger? Please come back to the ALOHA state!
Happy to be me...most of the time. Thanks for all the kind words and support!
ROGER!😃🫡 ... trust me the pleasure is all mine!🛸✨️; )
Roger, your work is pure gold
My word, this is brilliant. Thank you for being the musical ying to my metal Yang since ‘91. 🙏✊💙🎶🤘
Roger, your music makes grey days so colorful. Another masterpiece, sir!
Do I detect a little "Mad Man Moon" homage? ❤️
Thanks for taking the time to tell me so!
Beautiful! Just one one of many positives I can share while listening!
Much appreciated.
Wow. Awe inspiring.
Thanks friend!
Brilliant Roger! Love this 👌
Thank you for all the support!
This is really fantastic. The chord changes and melody in the choruses take a few beautifully unexpected turns and then that Brian Wilson-meets-Roger Hodgson 2nd section is just amazing. Great work Sir Rog!
This song is literally out of this world, its so beautiful⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️❤️❤️❤️👍💯
Thanks Phil, always appreciate the support!
Gorgeous. I really needed this beauty.
I think the whole world does, help spread the news! Thanks again,
Fantastic work, Mssrs. Manning and Stanton! Congratulations... 🎵🎥😎
Yes, Todd knocked it out of the park!
I would like to hear his masterworks elsewhere than on RUclips or Spotify.
It takes REAL genius to get away with placing a TWO MINUTE bridge 3:26 into a song ~~~ What would it cost to get a screenshot of your computer screen of this EPIC ride>>>?? I wanna blow it up and frame it for the studio!!!!! THANK YOU Roger! (Bryan Ewald says hello)... xo GORGEOUS
Ha ha, thanks for noticing. So time consuming to solve this type of sonic jigsaw puzzle. Much appreciated.
So many references in your work to some incredible yet little known writers from the past, what we watched as kids: ruclips.net/video/Z3ysHOxSpRk/видео.html Also ~ I MUST know if you were involved in the production of the iCarly theme song, the orchestra chimes are dead give away ~ peace ~ and where's my screenshot?
Thanks for noticing! This took forever, but I'm glad it worked out for all our sake.
@@rogerjosephmanningjr.492 I WANT MY SCREENSHOT! xoxoxo
I think it's ridiculous that for the majority of people who listen to "popular music" have no idea about him or his musical heritage