Allen was a true American gem. I saw him at the Orpheum Theater in Boston in 1975 (I think). He was opening for this "new" band from down south called Little Feat... yes with Lowell George on vocal and slide. Thing was Allen was so good it was a little unfair to Little Feat because he rocked his show so well that the crowd kept calling for more encores (if I remember correctly). My girl friend at the time had sort of stood me up to have a girl night out with her friends planned before I could buy the tickets and surprise her. Took one of her brothers who was a buddy of mine and we had a "wicked pissah time" at that concert. Some of this memory may be slightly tainted as most of the 70's are some of the best times that I'll never remember, but his concert that night I'll always remember.
Little Feat played a bunch of shows in Boston in 1975, including three appearances at The Orpheum. I suspect you may have been at the April 11 performance, if that sounds right. Little Feat and Allen Toussaint shared the bill in DC ten days later on April 21, so that was probably when they were touring together. Sounds like it was a great show. I never had the pleasure of seeing Mr. Toussaint live, but I did see Little Feat in 1973 along with Leon Russell.
Much love to Mr. Toussaint. I finally got to see him live just a few months before he passed, in a small club backed by a four-piece band. His playing and singing were as magical as ever as he ran through all of his hits (including Rhinestone Cowboy!) and also did some cool jazz improv pieces. RIP to a legend.
Allen Richard Toussaint was the heart and backbone of our Black Culture. He was something else. I saw him live in 1976 at The Lighthouse in Hermosa Beach California
I first heard this song at LACMA Jazz Concert in Los Angeles. A trio of women sang it & inspired me. I then heard the Pointer Sisters version. Finally Mr. Toussaint's version (He wrote it). Great song. Thank you Mr. Toussaint and God Bless you.
I wish I had known of this amazingly talented man before he passed away. I only learned of his music through ACL's rebroadcast in Feb 2021 of this incredible performance. I've watched this episode over and over in the last few weeks. I would gladly buy a DVD of it but unfortunately ACL doesn't have one of this episode for sale. Maybe they will someday. It is wonderful!
Hello 👋 I hope you're safe over there? I am Thorsten from Key West Florida 🇱🇷 and you? I hope this year brings prosperity happiness and love 💞 all over the world🤗🙏
... America is doing fairly well. No place anywhere is perfect.... One good sign is that we have this great song on our amazing phones. There are a lot of bad parts in America, and a lot of good parts.
His version of Cast Your Fate to the Wind is the best of any piano player in America. Of my 1,243 tunes on my Spotify account, it is the one listened to most often.
Love it! I choreographed a routine for my aerobics class using the P.S. version. So many great artists have covered Allen's songs. Pointer Sisters, Boss Scaggs, Jimmy Buffett, Lee Dorsey...and, I can't forget Ernie K. "Mother-in-law" Doe. What an amazing artist! R.I.P. Allen.
I mourn the passing of allentoussaint every time I think of him and then I need to hear a song by him and whatever band he's with
AMEN
me too! Amen! Love Love Love him! what an American treasure!
Allen Toussaint is wonderful. I miss him.
This is one of THE best songs ever written!! And even so more relevant today!!! Rest in Peace Mr. Toussaint!!
TPOINTER SISTERS SLAYED THIS TUNE...WOW
We sure can
Allen was a true American gem. I saw him at the Orpheum Theater in Boston in 1975 (I think). He was opening for this "new" band from down south called Little Feat... yes with Lowell George on vocal and slide. Thing was Allen was so good it was a little unfair to Little Feat because he rocked his show so well that the crowd kept calling for more encores (if I remember correctly). My girl friend at the time had sort of stood me up to have a girl night out with her friends planned before I could buy the tickets and surprise her. Took one of her brothers who was a buddy of mine and we had a "wicked pissah time" at that concert. Some of this memory may be slightly tainted as most of the 70's are some of the best times that I'll never remember, but his concert that night I'll always remember.
Little Feat played a bunch of shows in Boston in 1975, including three appearances at The Orpheum. I suspect you may have been at the April 11 performance, if that sounds right. Little Feat and Allen Toussaint shared the bill in DC ten days later on April 21, so that was probably when they were touring together. Sounds like it was a great show. I never had the pleasure of seeing Mr. Toussaint live, but I did see Little Feat in 1973 along with Leon Russell.
One of the greatest song writer, musician and person.
Should be everyone's theme song.
Much love to Mr. Toussaint. I finally got to see him live just a few months before he passed, in a small club backed by a four-piece band. His playing and singing were as magical as ever as he ran through all of his hits (including Rhinestone Cowboy!) and also did some cool jazz improv pieces. RIP to a legend.
Allen Richard Toussaint was the heart and backbone of our Black Culture. He was something else. I saw him live in 1976 at The Lighthouse in Hermosa Beach California
THIS is what kamala should be using as her theme song...yes we can KAM! thank you allen toussiant...the words wouldn't more appropriate!
I first heard this song at LACMA Jazz Concert in Los Angeles. A trio of women sang it & inspired me. I then heard the Pointer Sisters version. Finally Mr. Toussaint's version (He wrote it). Great song. Thank you Mr. Toussaint and God Bless you.
Good gosh a mighty - the world misses your magic
Great gosh a mighty. Allen made this world a better place
Anytime,anywhere
I wish I had known of this amazingly talented man before he passed away. I only learned of his music through ACL's rebroadcast in Feb 2021 of this incredible performance. I've watched this episode over and over in the last few weeks. I would gladly buy a DVD of it but unfortunately ACL doesn't have one of this episode for sale. Maybe they will someday. It is wonderful!
Hello 👋 I hope you're safe over there? I am Thorsten from Key West Florida 🇱🇷 and you?
I hope this year brings prosperity happiness and love 💞 all over the world🤗🙏
The master! Thank you Allen!!
Beautiful
what a talent
I gotta get down to New Orleans and listen to some tunes. Hopefully some of his👍
Yes we can!
As cool as it gets
Wow, this is good stuff! ❤
... America is doing fairly well. No place anywhere is perfect.... One good sign is that we have this great song on our amazing phones. There are a lot of bad parts in America, and a lot of good parts.
I’m with you! This song gives me hope.
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great song
His version of Cast Your Fate to the Wind is the best of any piano player in America. Of my 1,243 tunes on my Spotify account, it is the one listened to most often.
great. check out the Pointer Sisters version too, it's killer
Ah yes. The Pointer Sisters "High Steppin" Wonderful funky album - probably their best
Love it! I choreographed a routine for my aerobics class using the P.S. version. So many great artists have covered Allen's songs. Pointer Sisters, Boss Scaggs, Jimmy Buffett, Lee Dorsey...and, I can't forget Ernie K. "Mother-in-law" Doe.
What an amazing artist! R.I.P. Allen.
I want a copy this show ❤️
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Good gosh amighty we can
I know we can
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5:33 . She's right on target.
gospel
would love to know artist on saxaphone..same guy maybe on eddie an crusers part 2
According to the credits at the end of the episode, that would be Brian "Breeze" Cayolle. He really was amazing on both sax and clarinet!
Do love them but my fav is WHATS HER NAME, I CANT TELL YA!!!
Anyone know who that guitarist is?
Who is that on baritone guitar? Guy in the red shirt sitting down….
Steve Masakowski