The emotional inflections in Roger Hodgson's voice in this song elevate it to greatness. There is a mix of melancholy that reaches it's climax with the line, "Oh, no... please, no... don't let the curtain fall..." Whereas other singers might sing the lines, Roger emotes them.
While everyone in the band contributes well, over the years I’ve really grown to appreciate John Helliwell’s contributions on woodwinds. He does more than just that, but the little sax and clarinet parts are just the cherry on top of what is already a first class dessert.
As Shakespeare himself noted in Hamlet: the play's the thing wherein I'll capture the conscience of the king. This song speaks volumes to our current world situation.
Of course solid album from start to finish. A masterpiece. Think this is their best album. Not a weak song on the album. That all being said, this is definitely my favorite song on the album. Great lyrics and great composition.
I can still listen to Crime, Crisis and Quietest Moments and they are still just as stirring now as when I had the 8-tracks. These albums don’t get dated, they are true classics. The perfect juxtaposition of Roger’s British pop sensibilities combined with Rick’s love of American and jazz styles. It all worked so well until things began going off the rails, starting with Breakfast.
I played this one in a band when I was 19. That was back in 1980. I still have fond memories of the audience’s reaction. I still see guys from the band to this day. Happy days.
You're starting to get caught in the trap. It's hard to give certain songs their due because most good prog albums need to be taken as a whole. Since you don't really react to albums and you react to individual songs you're forced to say things like 'it was a good one.' The album has a certain flow that Supertramp was aiming for and each song has its part in that flow. That means that not every song taken by itself would be a killer song - but every 'movement' (song) on the album is essential to the meaning, feel and function of what Supertramp was trying to achieve with the album. Put simply - the whole is greater than the sum of the parts. These songs will always seem grander listened to in album context rather than listened to individually on random peoples playlists.
I agree. Concept albums work much better listened in one sitting or if divided is necessary at least stay with one album start to finish. If you are thinking about Jethro Tull-Thick As A Brick understand that is one song as well as A Passion Play.
Amen. RUclipsrs never seem to get that an album is meant to be heard in one go. As one whole piece. He supposedly goes back afterwards and listens to the whole thing, but I doubt he does with every album.
In fairness, some rock and pop and even prog rock albums are simply a collection of songs that could have been released individually and can be approached that way. And while my memory and info may be faulty (but not for reasons of substances), I think that it was The Who, The Beatles, The Beach Boys and The Kinks who released 'concept' albums in the 1960s, whether themed as a whole, or with a particular sound that made them cohere. While some were individually great, the songs on those albums might not carry the same weight. For a prog rock example, imagine listening to songs from The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway out of context. Not that they make simple or complete sense even in context, but there is a story and the music generally flows together... Hopefully, you get the idea. And no need to brush up your Shakespeare, if you want to extend the analogy of "All the world's a stage,/ and all the men and women merely players; they have their exits and their entrances..." That example from As You Like It is one of many scattered through all his plays where the playwright uses a character on the stage to tell the audience watching the play that life is like a play on the stage. Another famous example of that metaphoric analogy, from the Scottish play, "Life's but a walking shadow, a poor player/ That struts and frets his hour upon the stage/ And then is heard no more." Figure out that puzzle! Similar puzzle to Shakespeare having only male actors present a play where a man dresses as a female character in the play who, as part of the plot, then disguises "herself" as a man and gets caught in a love triangle with another "woman" (played by a man)... Okay, maybe too much for a rock song, but I think that is the 'stage' allusion.
I love this one, too. Really theatrical, and Rick gets to stretch his inner Gershwin, a bit - especially with the reeds and strings. It sets up the title track, so well, after the wonderfully frantic pace of Rudy. Next, after Justin wraps up Crime, we gotta move on to Crisis? What Crisis? One sets up the other...I love Crisis - it is a deep cut album. When it’s soft, it’s really soft. When it rocks/swings (like most of Rick’s songs), it is so good. Nothing super flashy, just everything in the right place.
I love porridge! This is a great song on its own and tells a great story. Does everything it needs to in an economical 4 minutes. As fresh today as it was way back then.
Your first question..on watching the video or just listening? I could easily listen to the song alone by itself, but watching your & impressions & facial expressions as you listen, a young person for the first time, is instructive & timeless joy.
Justin, please keep up with Supertramp. They are so good. Their next album (Crisis What Crisis) is fantastic. I am loving it (Gabriel and Genesis, too!)
Gorgeous song, I’ve always loved this album. Have to say that your choices so far have been incredible! Love your post song discussions as well, truly insightful. Thanks as always.
You should listen to Starcastle- Lady of the Lake. I just discovered this myself, it sounds like Yes. Also, this is my favorite song off this album. :)
Great recommendation - Starcastle is well known where I live - they're from St. Louis, and the rock station still plays "Lady of the Lake" to this day!
I like these videos, because it's like listening to a song with someone else in the room. And as such, I don't think of watching a movie, but sharing a listening experience.
I completely forgot how much I love this song. Thanks for bringing me back! The album has a wonderful sense of timing and each track is perfectly positioned to lead to the next... and it makes the entire experience of listening to this album pure joy. (AND they have two better albums to follow!) If your'e going to react to Supertramp after this album, Crisis What Crisis (Soapbox Opera, The Meaning, Easy Does It / Sister Moonshine), and "Even In The Quietest Moments" (Give A Little Bit, Babaji, Even In The Quietest Moments, and, of course, Fool's Overture) would be great places to visit. Finally.. some other groups / songs I'd love you to react to: MIKE OLDFIELD - Tubular Bells (It's long, but it's legendary... One album two songs) THE CHAMELEONS - Here Today (amazing band and their haunting song about the death of John Lennon) XTC - Senses Working Overtime, Wrapped In Grey, Dear God, or Green Man (XTC are the best band since the Beatles for writing beautifully catchy, intelligent symphonic pop songs) Cheers!
Yet another good review JP. Thank you, looking forward to more :) Many are calling for "Breakfast in America" next. I however would recommend "Crisis? What Crisis?" next, for two reasons: 1) It's chronologically the next album (1975) 2) IMO it's a great album with some standout tracks like "A Soap Box Opera", "Just a Normal Day" and "Two of Us"
Not my favorite song from this record but a good one ! Contrary to a lot of opinion here, I think that once Justin has finished with this album, it would be more logical that he follow with the album Crisis? What Crisis? who happens to be between Crime of the Century and Even in the Quietest Moments ... especially since Crisis? What Crisis? is a really good album !!! .-)
I always look at the whole video to see the reactions you have while listening. I like when sometimes you (well often in fact lol) take a quick drink of water when there's emotion in the music or the lyrics, or any emotional peak while there is something strong coming out
"All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players; They have their exits and their entrances; And one man in his time plays many parts" - William Shakespeare.
This was a beautiful song imo Justin.. This is Supertramp to me, very thoughtful.. Emotionally song by the amazing Roger Hodgson. Genius. 😊 Oh I always watch the videos butty, got too. I love your reaction when the songs are hitting highs and crescendos.. Your reaction is priceless. You feel it, like the rest of us fans Justin. 👍 This is on my play list butty.. Beautiful song Great review, as usual butty. Have a great day always Justin. 😊😊😊🤘
Good morning, y'all! What a nice way to start the day. As I liked and commented on another comment, watching Justin's facial reactions and then hearing his insight in to new-to-him music is why I'm here. On to this song... Supertramp was big in my youth, but while I listened to and enjoyed their hits, I never invested in their albums, so this was a first listen for me as well. I nearly jumped out of my seat when Justin said something along the lines of with a tiny shift, he could get a Genesis feel from this one. That's pretty much exactly what I was thinking, that I could easily see this being a song by Genesis with Gabriel prior to The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway. Fantastic insight, Justin! I'm still working my way through the channel from oldest to newest, except for the new daily uploads. So, I haven't heard any of the rest of this album yet. You got me anticipating getting to Rudy, though.
I only watch you when you touch your phone at the good parts. Love the piano tone and tempo. Throughly enjoyed this song...reminds me of the Beatles. I also loved the drumming. Ps, If all the world is a stage, then my play is a flop.
Underrated gem, even by hardcore Supertramp fans. Fantastic arrangement, Roger Hodgson's vocals perfect, and as always, John Helliwell nails his solo. Perfect lead-in to the final cut, "Crime of the Century "
Someone also agrees that EVEN IN THE QUIETEST MOMENTS SHOULD BE UOUR NEXT SUPERTRAMP LISTEN! MY FAVORITE ALBUM OF THERES FOR SURE!! BEST SONG: GIVE A LITTLE BIT!!!😊😊
Once you’ve completed Crime , the title track and the album review ( you know you’re probably gonna do one - lol ) I suggest next the album Even in the Quietest Moments before going to Breakfast in America Side two of Quietest Moments - Babaji/From Now On / Fools Overture : very very strong Oh , side one is pretty good too 😃
I agree. They are both great albums but Even In The Quietest Moments came before Breakfast In America so it should be listened to first. But they both deserve diving into.
Keep the Supertramp coming. I do agree with other comments that some of these albums need to be listened as one, not as individual songs. Days of Future Past by The Moody Blues would be one of my examples. 😄
Justin - Well I watch whilst you are listening... There is always a reaction to see, which is fun when I already know the song and am hoping there will be something to agree with what I feel as well. It's not at all necessary but it's always fun when it does happen. Looking forward to Crime of the Century.
i love this song to death its very good and just beautiful. There is a dark message in it, This song and Asylum tend to be the type of difficult songs to get into off the album
As much as I love this album, this song and Asylum lag behind with my mood factor. JP hope you are enjoying the experience with this album. Similar to this experience is Styx's "The Grand Illusion". For me both bands feel like they were cut from the same cloth. Now on to the grand finale and album titled song "Crime of the Century", looking forward to it. Nice reaction.
JP: Dougie Thompson and Bob Siebenberg were one of the more unheralded rhythm sections from the 70s era. if you listen to Siebenberg's drumming, you can hear that he had an extensive background in rudemental playing, especially his work on the snare. The fact they were overlooked was that they weren't overly aggressive, or showy. But , they did the most important thing that they could do; they played FOR the song. Not a fill out of place. Dougie Thompson's note slurs on the end section of SCHOOL lift that song to another level, and combined with the off beat cymbal crashes, it really drives that section of the song. There's so much more I could say about them , but you've probably got that covered.
I watch. I watch how you react through the song. Sometimes a facial expression says much more than anything you say afterwards. Well, yeah, it may sound weird but I watch you LOL I also listen to what you have to say and sometimes you point out very interesting details that make me realize or discover something new about the song. Every tiny little detail is important in music. I really enjoy these reactions.
Yes I pretty much agree that this is a slight reduction in drama from Rudy but it does provide a great interval between Rudy and Crime. Hodgson’s voice is excellent here too! And yes I mostly watch the video as well as listening via my Bluetooth speaker which does have a very slight delay between sight and sound...
Like this song a lot. But then what did you expect from one of their several best albums! And I do enjoy your reactions when something's going on that you really like :-)
This song is the intro to the title track. Lyrically and musically. As others have remarked, Album rock was meant to be heard as a whole, much greater than the sum of its parts. When you react to the last song, if possible, play the ending of this one as a lead in.
Great video Justin. Breakfast in America next? :) PS I’d love to see you react to Van Der Graf Generator’s finest track, the epic ‘A Plague of Lighthouse keepers’ taken from their album ‘Pawn Hearts’. Keep up the good work. Cheers! Andy :)
A lot of fans say it's too "pop" but a lot of the critics forget that the songs are really good, and pop-qualities don't make music inherently better or worse. Breakfast has some of my favorite individual songs, like "Goodbye Stranger", "Logical Song", "Long Way Home", and "Nervous Wreck". It's less cohesive of an album than "Crime" but has higher highs IMO.
Crime of the century... one of my all time favourite albums... along with Selling england by the pound, who's next (the who), Messin' (manfred mann's earth band), never turn your back on a friend (budgie), Rockpommel's Land (Grobschnitt), Moonmadness (Camel), Question of balance (The Moody Blues), Ocean (Eloy), 200 years after the last war (Omega), Islands (King Crimson), Songs of distant earth (Mike Oldield),... and about 1000 more. The are just too much great music out there.... Still.... are ANYBODY listening ? Well... I am. And for me... i watch your videos. Like when u react, and appreciates something u never heard before. THAT'S our reward ! And now for something completely different... i'm going to listen to... wait for it... Grobschnitt - Rockpommel's Land from start to the end... THE END, bye!
I listen mainly, but sometimes I come back to see your reaction on certain high moments of the songs, or when you say more important (in my ears) things…
I sometimes watch, sometimes listen, depending on what else I am doing. This is really a bridge song between Rudy and Crime of the Century. It's the only song from this album that I've never heard them play in concert. But I love its wistfulness and sadness
I''m sad you didn't comment on Haliwell's clarinet addition which I think compliments the entire production. Look into Ken Scott who produced an outrageous number of my favorite albums. Peace.
The performance and the lyrics sell this song so well. Most albums are concept albums and need to me listened to as a whole. I wonder what you listen yourself Justin?
I’d also be interested on your thoughts on Yoko Ono’s music, for starters try songs Mind Train (experimental) and Mrs Lennon or Looking Over From My Hotel Window (more conventional types of songs).
Hey Justin!! Reading other comments! I understand the observation of listening to albums as a whole but thats not what were doknv here! So I feel once again you were SPOT ON IN YIUR ASSESSMENT!! It was a good song not a great song! I too love the sound of the piano here! Cool lyrics too! Totally agree! Noticed someone mentioned STARCASTLE as a viewers choice! Nice! They do sound ALITTLE like Yes! How about some CAT STEVENS?!! Anyone anyone!! Buehller , Buehller!! Lol. Plus its almost time for GRACE DARLING FROM THE STRAWBS!! Come on man!! I think you will like Dave Cousins Vocals!! You haven't heard his voice yet!! Have a great night JP!! Your #1 AZ fan Michael!! 😊😊😊😊
I'm sorry! Another Man's Woman is on the Crisis What Crisis Album which is Roger Hodgson"s (of Supertramp) favorite album. I believe it is their most underrated album!
I’ve always thought this song was about Jesus Christ. There are many lines that support it. The idea being that if everyone was listening, Christ would not have had to die. The verses about “how do you plead, an actor indeed” would be referring to Judas. The line “you don’t know what you’ve done, the finale’s begun” really reminds me of a bible verse, although I can’t say exactly what it is. Also, “we tried to sing of love, before the stage fell apart”
Please listen to some Paul Simon songs. Try Can’t Run But, Train in the Distance and The Cool, Cool River for starters but he has so many awesome songs.
I do watch the video, to catch your reaction to some moments I know will trigger one. Another youtuber I watch reactions of, Dean Wolfe, adds occasional subtitles saying how a particular moment or element of the song makes him feel. It's a nice touch for the viewer, if you're looking for ideas.
I love this song, though I would have liked it to be 2 minutes longer with a full crescendo at the end, it would then have been a full Genesis-esh type of song. Saying so when listening to “Rudy”, “If Everyone Was Listening” and “Crime of The Century” together in a row, it is perfect long. Standing alone it is to short missing a final portion. Bob Siebergen’s drumming here is so tasteful in my view and this continues on Crime of The Century. Some people like the dramatic drumming he builds in the songs, other not so much.
@jaybird - Just got back from my fishing trip targeting walleye. I caught a 25lbs Sheepshead. However, the coolest story was the one that got away. I was trolling along and hooked onto a 50lbs or more Sheepshead. Before I get into my 10 sec battle, I need to say my drag was on tight, and with all my strength I couldn't pull line from the reel. So I'm trolling and using a spoon spinner with a single hook, when all off a sudden my rod bent like the McDonalds arch. Before I could get both hands on the rod, since I was manually steering the boat, the fish took off and was pulling line. I went to reach for my drag to loosen it (didn't want to break my rod) and before I knew it the fish was off. I reeled in and the hook had straighten out from the force/strength of the fish. After cursing and swearing, and yelling "Oh My God" that was huge, I noticed my weight was missing. The weight was connect to a metal ring with 3 bends. I inspected the ring and there was just one bend. The fish straighten out the metal ring. That was a first for me. I've caught some big fish in my time but never has a fish straightened a metal ring. Lesson of the day, always check your drag.
@@JeromeDukes That is awesome. Well, it kind of sucks but it's awesome, too. I figured that you were up to no good, I haven't seen a comment from you in a while. :) Now you have to back, and soon, to get your revenge. I have faith in you!
@@jaybird4093 This was our annual family fishing trip with my brother and friends. Since most golf, I decided to tag along this year. This is my 3rd time playing golf ever, but I've gone to a driving range up to around 10 times. I played hockey and baseball and I think that helps with hand eye coordination, so when I drive off the T, I can smash the ball. When i was younger I could get 250 to 300 yards consistently and straight as an arrow. So when I mentioned this the night before golf, they laughed at me. Boy did I show them on golf day. I kicked ass and left them shaking their heads. Don't get me wrong, I'm no Tiger but surprisingly I'm also no handicap, I could hold my own. Oh yeah, I will have to wait 2 to 3 years before going back to that place to get my revenge but now that I know there're some monsters in the bay, I'll be prepared.
While i agree that a lot of prog albums need to be listened to start to finish, it is also true that the really good ones can be listened to randomly....Floyd...Yes ...ELP...Porcupine Tree....VDGG....Marillion....ok that list goes on and on The really good ones don't have weak links Just convinced myself of that Ha Difference between early Genesis and pop era Genesis Few weak links on the old stuff I think in this case ,we have some not so super...tramp links "Rudy" way best so far on this LP
I watch your videos. I want to see the visceral reactions while the music is playing; those that can't be hidden. The review afterwards can be skewed by forethought but not the body language during the music.
This album has no bad songs. I like this one too, though I like Rudy better. And then... last but not least... Crime Of The Century, a great closer and one of the contenders for best song in the album!!
I always watch videos instead of just listening. I find that if I listen only, my attention is drawn by other things and then the video is talking at me like an electronic fishwife, and not to me. Anyway, it's interesting to note music's role in neuro-linguistic programming: this takes me back to the days when I was trying to pick up a lentil-eating hippie chick with a philosophical bent, and so I always assumed it was one of those obligatory climate doom songs like Crime of the Century. But listening to it now, it doesn't mention global warming(tm) at all - probably because at that time it was thought we were all going to succumb to an ice-age. Heigh ho. But I love the hard allegorical nature of the piece; it can be fitted to almost any scenario, much like a Nostradamus prediction.
LOL, what I do depends on the song. There are some like this one where I know there's no major whammy to watch out for, so I scroll the comments. I tend not to do that with Genesis epics and such, and wait until you're done listening.
About half of your reviews, I watch while the music is playing. It depends on the song I guess. This song is alright. It doesn't do much for me, but I wouldn't turn the station if it was played on the radio. It's also not the song that comes to my mind when I think "Supertramp". But it's alright.
The emotional inflections in Roger Hodgson's voice in this song elevate it to greatness. There is a mix of melancholy that reaches it's climax with the line, "Oh, no... please, no... don't let the curtain fall..." Whereas other singers might sing the lines, Roger emotes them.
While everyone in the band contributes well, over the years I’ve really grown to appreciate John Helliwell’s contributions on woodwinds. He does more than just that, but the little sax and clarinet parts are just the cherry on top of what is already a first class dessert.
It's just a timeless masterpiece. Beautifully produced, layered, melodic and never ever tire of it
As Shakespeare himself noted in Hamlet: the play's the thing wherein I'll capture the conscience of the king.
This song speaks volumes to our current world situation.
I was a teen actor when I found this album, so this song always had a place for me.
I love this one, but realise many may say, "meh" toward it. I consider it to be the sleeper on the album...
Of course solid album from start to finish. A masterpiece. Think this is their best album. Not a weak song on the album.
That all being said, this is definitely my favorite song on the album. Great lyrics and great composition.
I can still listen to Crime, Crisis and Quietest Moments and they are still just as stirring now as when I had the 8-tracks. These albums don’t get dated, they are true classics. The perfect juxtaposition of Roger’s British pop sensibilities combined with Rick’s love of American and jazz styles. It all worked so well until things began going off the rails, starting with Breakfast.
For sure a gem in the vein of lord is it mine or child of vision from breakfast
I played this one in a band when I was 19. That was back in 1980. I still have fond memories of the audience’s reaction. I still see guys from the band to this day. Happy days.
You're starting to get caught in the trap. It's hard to give certain songs their due because most good prog albums need to be taken as a whole. Since you don't really react to albums and you react to individual songs you're forced to say things like 'it was a good one.' The album has a certain flow that Supertramp was aiming for and each song has its part in that flow. That means that not every song taken by itself would be a killer song - but every 'movement' (song) on the album is essential to the meaning, feel and function of what Supertramp was trying to achieve with the album. Put simply - the whole is greater than the sum of the parts. These songs will always seem grander listened to in album context rather than listened to individually on random peoples playlists.
See, Justin, I’m not the only one. 😉
And I watch; the smiles and other expressions at certain points remind me of my first listens.
I agree. Concept albums work much better listened in one sitting or if divided is necessary at least stay with one album start to finish. If you are thinking about Jethro Tull-Thick As A Brick understand that is one song as well as A Passion Play.
Amen. RUclipsrs never seem to get that an album is meant to be heard in one go. As one whole piece. He supposedly goes back afterwards and listens to the whole thing, but I doubt he does with every album.
Thievius333 Whoa dude it’s pretty rude to talk about Justin In 3rd person like he isn’t part of the discussion. It’s his channel.
In fairness, some rock and pop and even prog rock albums are simply a collection of songs that could have been released individually and can be approached that way. And while my memory and info may be faulty (but not for reasons of substances), I think that it was The Who, The Beatles, The Beach Boys and The Kinks who released 'concept' albums in the 1960s, whether themed as a whole, or with a particular sound that made them cohere. While some were individually great, the songs on those albums might not carry the same weight. For a prog rock example, imagine listening to songs from The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway out of context. Not that they make simple or complete sense even in context, but there is a story and the music generally flows together... Hopefully, you get the idea.
And no need to brush up your Shakespeare, if you want to extend the analogy of "All the world's a stage,/ and all the men and women merely players; they have their exits and their entrances..." That example from As You Like It is one of many scattered through all his plays where the playwright uses a character on the stage to tell the audience watching the play that life is like a play on the stage. Another famous example of that metaphoric analogy, from the Scottish play, "Life's but a walking shadow, a poor player/ That struts and frets his hour upon the stage/ And then is heard no more." Figure out that puzzle! Similar puzzle to Shakespeare having only male actors present a play where a man dresses as a female character in the play who, as part of the plot, then disguises "herself" as a man and gets caught in a love triangle with another "woman" (played by a man)... Okay, maybe too much for a rock song, but I think that is the 'stage' allusion.
Haven't heard this for many years. Listening to it now makes me realise how incredible Supertramp were, and what a gem of a track.
I love this one, too. Really theatrical, and Rick gets to stretch his inner Gershwin, a bit - especially with the reeds and strings. It sets up the title track, so well, after the wonderfully frantic pace of Rudy.
Next, after Justin wraps up Crime, we gotta move on to Crisis? What Crisis? One sets up the other...I love Crisis - it is a deep cut album. When it’s soft, it’s really soft. When it rocks/swings (like most of Rick’s songs), it is so good. Nothing super flashy, just everything in the right place.
Ty Mike, still deciding 🙃
I love porridge! This is a great song on its own and tells a great story. Does everything it needs to in an economical 4 minutes. As fresh today as it was way back then.
Child of Vision is my best song ever of Supertramp.. this piano solo 😍
Just fantastic stuff and reaction thanks ☝️
I really like your reviews. I like the way you review deep cuts off the albums and not just hits. So many bands so many songs. Keep up the good work.
Your first question..on watching the video or just listening? I could easily listen to the song alone by itself, but watching your & impressions & facial expressions as you listen, a young person for the first time, is instructive & timeless joy.
I watch the whole videos but it's a good way of discovering new music as you're like a sponge like myself.
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Justin, please keep up with Supertramp. They are so good. Their next album (Crisis What Crisis) is fantastic. I am loving it (Gabriel and Genesis, too!)
Great Album been listening to this since 1975
Hey, don't you be knocking my porridge. I always thought of this on a grander scale, written to humanity as a whole.
Gorgeous song, I’ve always loved this album. Have to say that your choices so far have been incredible! Love your post song discussions as well, truly insightful. Thanks as always.
Ty AJ! I'm glad you're having s good time
Great review, love the drums on this album.
This is one of my favorites albums.
Additional comment: This song to me, is a masterpiece, & has seemed to me to be vastly under-rated.
You should listen to Starcastle- Lady of the Lake. I just discovered this myself, it sounds like Yes.
Also, this is my favorite song off this album. :)
Great recommendation - Starcastle is well known where I live - they're from St. Louis, and the rock station still plays "Lady of the Lake" to this day!
@@bobholtzmann I assume it's still KSHE playing that one? I went to HS there. I thought there was a Yes track I had missed somehow when I heard that.
Although technically they're from Champagne, IL, just like REO speedwagon, St. Louis embraced them more than Chicago did.
Lady of the lake what a great song i saw them back in the late 70s me and my grandson just dig this song have those records to
that beautiful clarinet
I like these videos, because it's like listening to a song with someone else in the room. And as such, I don't think of watching a movie, but sharing a listening experience.
I completely forgot how much I love this song. Thanks for bringing me back!
The album has a wonderful sense of timing and each track is perfectly positioned to lead to the next... and it makes the entire experience of listening to this album pure joy. (AND they have two better albums to follow!)
If your'e going to react to Supertramp after this album, Crisis What Crisis (Soapbox Opera, The Meaning, Easy Does It / Sister Moonshine), and "Even In The Quietest Moments" (Give A Little Bit, Babaji, Even In The Quietest Moments, and, of course, Fool's Overture) would be great places to visit.
Finally.. some other groups / songs I'd love you to react to:
MIKE OLDFIELD - Tubular Bells (It's long, but it's legendary... One album two songs)
THE CHAMELEONS - Here Today (amazing band and their haunting song about the death of John Lennon)
XTC - Senses Working Overtime, Wrapped In Grey, Dear God, or Green Man (XTC are the best band since the Beatles for writing beautifully catchy, intelligent symphonic pop songs)
Cheers!
Ty John!
Yet another good review JP. Thank you, looking forward to more :)
Many are calling for "Breakfast in America" next. I however would recommend "Crisis? What Crisis?" next, for two reasons:
1) It's chronologically the next album (1975)
2) IMO it's a great album with some standout tracks like "A Soap Box Opera", "Just a Normal Day" and "Two of Us"
Nice shirt, now I have to know "feel down the stairs and ravioli on me?"
Oh Malf 😅
Not my favorite song from this record but a good one ! Contrary to a lot of opinion here, I think that once Justin has finished with this album, it would be more logical that he follow with the album Crisis? What Crisis? who happens to be between Crime of the Century and Even in the Quietest Moments ... especially since Crisis? What Crisis? is a really good album !!! .-)
I always look at the whole video to see the reactions you have while listening. I like when sometimes you (well often in fact lol) take a quick drink of water when there's emotion in the music or the lyrics, or any emotional peak while there is something strong coming out
Haha I need the water to cool down after those moments 😁
"All the world’s a stage,
And all the men and women merely players;
They have their exits and their entrances;
And one man in his time plays many parts"
- William Shakespeare.
This was a beautiful song imo Justin.. This is Supertramp to me, very thoughtful.. Emotionally song by the amazing Roger Hodgson. Genius. 😊
Oh I always watch the videos butty, got too.
I love your reaction when the songs are hitting highs and crescendos.. Your reaction is priceless. You feel it, like the rest of us fans Justin. 👍
This is on my play list butty.. Beautiful song
Great review, as usual butty.
Have a great day always Justin.
😊😊😊🤘
Crime of the century title track is a must do
Never heard this before, it was good on first listen!
I always watch your reactions. I can listen to the music anytime. You experiencing new music is the reason I am here my friend.
^this^
Tyty🙃
Good morning, y'all! What a nice way to start the day.
As I liked and commented on another comment, watching Justin's facial reactions and then hearing his insight in to new-to-him music is why I'm here.
On to this song...
Supertramp was big in my youth, but while I listened to and enjoyed their hits, I never invested in their albums, so this was a first listen for me as well. I nearly jumped out of my seat when Justin said something along the lines of with a tiny shift, he could get a Genesis feel from this one. That's pretty much exactly what I was thinking, that I could easily see this being a song by Genesis with Gabriel prior to The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway. Fantastic insight, Justin!
I'm still working my way through the channel from oldest to newest, except for the new daily uploads. So, I haven't heard any of the rest of this album yet. You got me anticipating getting to Rudy, though.
It's a good one, you'll enjoy it I think!
You're pushing at an open door with me regarding Supertramp.
Been a huge fan since their self-titled debut in 1970.
Haha perfect!🚪
I only watch you when you touch your phone at the good parts. Love the piano tone and tempo. Throughly enjoyed this song...reminds me of the Beatles. I also loved the drumming.
Ps, If all the world is a stage, then my play is a flop.
This is a unique! I love the message in this one that Roger Hodgson wrote. Thank you for your smiles while you enjoyed it! :) #threelittlebears
Every song on this album is a masterpiece.
Underrated gem, even by hardcore Supertramp fans. Fantastic arrangement, Roger Hodgson's vocals perfect, and as always, John Helliwell nails his solo. Perfect lead-in to the final cut, "Crime of the Century "
Someone also agrees that EVEN IN THE QUIETEST MOMENTS SHOULD BE UOUR NEXT SUPERTRAMP LISTEN! MY FAVORITE ALBUM OF THERES FOR SURE!! BEST SONG: GIVE A LITTLE BIT!!!😊😊
Once you’ve completed Crime , the title track and the album review ( you know you’re probably gonna do one - lol )
I suggest next the album Even in the Quietest Moments before going to Breakfast in America
Side two of Quietest Moments - Babaji/From Now On / Fools Overture : very very strong
Oh , side one is pretty good too 😃
Considering it!
I agree. They are both great albums but Even In The Quietest Moments came before Breakfast In America so it should be listened to first. But they both deserve diving into.
Keep the Supertramp coming. I do agree with other comments that some of these albums need to be listened as one, not as individual songs. Days of Future Past by The Moody Blues would be one of my examples. 😄
I always watch, your expressions are as informative as your words.
Well thank you😄
Justin - Well I watch whilst you are listening... There is always a reaction to see, which is fun when I already know the song and am hoping there will be something to agree with what I feel as well. It's not at all necessary but it's always fun when it does happen. Looking forward to Crime of the Century.
Ty John!😁
i love this song to death its very good and just beautiful. There is a dark message in it, This song and Asylum tend to be the type of difficult songs to get into off the album
Yeah!
The whole album is about alienation and mental disease, just like Dark Side of the Moon. It's poignant, powerful.
As much as I love this album, this song and Asylum lag behind with my mood factor. JP hope you are enjoying the experience with this album. Similar to this experience is Styx's "The Grand Illusion". For me both bands feel like they were cut from the same cloth. Now on to the grand finale and album titled song "Crime of the Century", looking forward to it. Nice reaction.
JP: Dougie Thompson and Bob Siebenberg were one of the more unheralded rhythm sections from the 70s era. if you listen to Siebenberg's drumming, you can hear that he had an extensive background in rudemental playing, especially his work on the snare. The fact they were overlooked was that they weren't overly aggressive, or showy. But , they did the most important thing that they could do; they played FOR the song. Not a fill out of place. Dougie Thompson's note slurs on the end section of SCHOOL lift that song to another level, and combined with the off beat cymbal crashes, it really drives that section of the song. There's so much more I could say about them , but you've probably got that covered.
....and this is a great song.
I watch. I watch how you react through the song. Sometimes a facial expression says much more than anything you say afterwards. Well, yeah, it may sound weird but I watch you LOL I also listen to what you have to say and sometimes you point out very interesting details that make me realize or discover something new about the song. Every tiny little detail is important in music. I really enjoy these reactions.
I'm glad you're enjoying them😃
Yes I pretty much agree that this is a slight reduction in drama from Rudy but it does provide a great interval between Rudy and Crime. Hodgson’s voice is excellent here too!
And yes I mostly watch the video as well as listening via my Bluetooth speaker which does have a very slight delay between sight and sound...
Like this song a lot. But then what did you expect from one of their several best albums! And I do enjoy your reactions when something's going on that you really like :-)
This song is the intro to the title track. Lyrically and musically. As others have remarked, Album rock was meant to be heard as a whole, much greater than the sum of its parts. When you react to the last song, if possible, play the ending of this one as a lead in.
Great video Justin. Breakfast in America next? :) PS I’d love to see you react to Van Der Graf Generator’s finest track, the epic ‘A Plague of Lighthouse keepers’ taken from their album ‘Pawn Hearts’. Keep up the good work. Cheers! Andy :)
I just listened to the whole Pawn Hearts album last night. I think Lost is coming in the next couple of days.
Ty Andy, not sure which album next just yet. Still deciding lol
When you'll finish this album, You should react to their album Breakfast in America !
Breakfast in America was my intro to Supertramp, solid album.
A lot of fans say it's too "pop" but a lot of the critics forget that the songs are really good, and pop-qualities don't make music inherently better or worse. Breakfast has some of my favorite individual songs, like "Goodbye Stranger", "Logical Song", "Long Way Home", and "Nervous Wreck". It's less cohesive of an album than "Crime" but has higher highs IMO.
The words are prophetic
Crisis What Crisis? An underrated album by Supertramp. Much deeper than Breakfast in America
I mostly watch the videos while listening.
Crime of the century... one of my all time favourite albums... along with Selling england by the pound, who's next (the who), Messin' (manfred mann's earth band), never turn your back on a friend (budgie), Rockpommel's Land (Grobschnitt), Moonmadness (Camel), Question of balance (The Moody Blues), Ocean (Eloy), 200 years after the last war (Omega), Islands (King Crimson), Songs of distant earth (Mike Oldield),... and about 1000 more.
The are just too much great music out there....
Still.... are ANYBODY listening ?
Well... I am. And for me... i watch your videos. Like when u react, and appreciates something u never heard before.
THAT'S our reward !
And now for something completely different... i'm going to listen to... wait for it... Grobschnitt - Rockpommel's Land from start to the end... THE END, bye!
"Bringing the house down" is not considered a negative, its something any performer strives for.
I listen mainly, but sometimes I come back to see your reaction on certain high moments of the songs, or when you say more important (in my ears) things…
I sometimes watch, sometimes listen, depending on what else I am doing. This is really a bridge song between Rudy and Crime of the Century. It's the only song from this album that I've never heard them play in concert. But I love its wistfulness and sadness
And yes, I do watch the video as I listen 👍
I''m sad you didn't comment on Haliwell's clarinet addition which I think compliments the entire production. Look into Ken Scott who produced an outrageous number of my favorite albums. Peace.
Could almost be a prequel to Fool's Overture.
The performance and the lyrics sell this song so well. Most albums are concept albums and need to me listened to as a whole. I wonder what you listen yourself Justin?
Even in the Quietest Moments is the next place to go with Supertramp (even though you have already done Fools Overture).
I’d also be interested on your thoughts on Yoko Ono’s music, for starters try songs Mind Train (experimental) and Mrs Lennon or Looking Over From My Hotel Window (more conventional types of songs).
Hey Justin!! Reading other comments! I understand the observation of listening to albums as a whole but thats not what were doknv here! So I feel once again you were SPOT ON IN YIUR ASSESSMENT!! It was a good song not a great song! I too love the sound of the piano here! Cool lyrics too! Totally agree! Noticed someone mentioned STARCASTLE as a viewers choice! Nice! They do sound ALITTLE like Yes! How about some CAT STEVENS?!! Anyone anyone!! Buehller , Buehller!! Lol. Plus its almost time for GRACE DARLING FROM THE STRAWBS!! Come on man!! I think you will like Dave Cousins Vocals!! You haven't heard his voice yet!! Have a great night JP!! Your #1 AZ fan Michael!! 😊😊😊😊
Ty Michael 😁
I forgot how good this song was. Thanks for reviewing it.
You still need to do Mike Oldfield.
I'm sorry! Another Man's Woman is on the Crisis What Crisis Album which is Roger Hodgson"s (of Supertramp) favorite album. I believe it is their most underrated album!
Sometimes deep cut tracks can be a better trip than the 'hits'
I’ve always thought this song was about Jesus Christ. There are many lines that support it. The idea being that if everyone was listening, Christ would not have had to die. The verses about “how do you plead, an actor indeed” would be referring to Judas. The line “you don’t know what you’ve done, the finale’s begun” really reminds me of a bible verse, although I can’t say exactly what it is. Also, “we tried to sing of love, before the stage fell apart”
I rarely just play tracks from this album - needs to be from beginning to end to get the overall vibe.
Another Man's Woman from the Crime of the Century album!
Please listen to some Paul Simon songs. Try Can’t Run But, Train in the Distance and The Cool, Cool River for starters but he has so many awesome songs.
YOUR!😭😭
Also try the song Dominican Rum by Larkin Grimm, you won’t regret it, I have so many suggestions for you! Better get a huge piece of paper. lol
I listen for the most part
I do watch the video, to catch your reaction to some moments I know will trigger one. Another youtuber I watch reactions of, Dean Wolfe, adds occasional subtitles saying how a particular moment or element of the song makes him feel. It's a nice touch for the viewer, if you're looking for ideas.
I listen and watch. I have no life.
I love this song, though I would have liked it to be 2 minutes longer with a full crescendo at the end, it would then have been a full Genesis-esh type of song. Saying so when listening to “Rudy”, “If Everyone Was Listening” and “Crime of The Century” together in a row, it is perfect long. Standing alone it is to short missing a final portion. Bob Siebergen’s drumming here is so tasteful in my view and this continues on Crime of The Century. Some people like the dramatic drumming he builds in the songs, other not so much.
I listen while I work. If it’s a song I like beforehand, I’ll watch to see how you react to my favorite parts.
@jaybird - Just got back from my fishing trip targeting walleye. I caught a 25lbs Sheepshead. However, the coolest story was the one that got away. I was trolling along and hooked onto a 50lbs or more Sheepshead. Before I get into my 10 sec battle, I need to say my drag was on tight, and with all my strength I couldn't pull line from the reel. So I'm trolling and using a spoon spinner with a single hook, when all off a sudden my rod bent like the McDonalds arch. Before I could get both hands on the rod, since I was manually steering the boat, the fish took off and was pulling line. I went to reach for my drag to loosen it (didn't want to break my rod) and before I knew it the fish was off. I reeled in and the hook had straighten out from the force/strength of the fish. After cursing and swearing, and yelling "Oh My God" that was huge, I noticed my weight was missing. The weight was connect to a metal ring with 3 bends. I inspected the ring and there was just one bend. The fish straighten out the metal ring. That was a first for me. I've caught some big fish in my time but never has a fish straightened a metal ring. Lesson of the day, always check your drag.
@@JeromeDukes That is awesome. Well, it kind of sucks but it's awesome, too. I figured that you were up to no good, I haven't seen a comment from you in a while. :) Now you have to back, and soon, to get your revenge. I have faith in you!
@@jaybird4093 This was our annual family fishing trip with my brother and friends. Since most golf, I decided to tag along this year. This is my 3rd time playing golf ever, but I've gone to a driving range up to around 10 times. I played hockey and baseball and I think that helps with hand eye coordination, so when I drive off the T, I can smash the ball. When i was younger I could get 250 to 300 yards consistently and straight as an arrow. So when I mentioned this the night before golf, they laughed at me. Boy did I show them on golf day. I kicked ass and left them shaking their heads. Don't get me wrong, I'm no Tiger but surprisingly I'm also no handicap, I could hold my own. Oh yeah, I will have to wait 2 to 3 years before going back to that place to get my revenge but now that I know there're some monsters in the bay, I'll be prepared.
Great job! Will there be more Supertramp after this album?
I'd say likely
BOTH
While i agree that a lot of prog albums need to be listened to start to finish, it is also true that the really good ones can be listened to randomly....Floyd...Yes ...ELP...Porcupine Tree....VDGG....Marillion....ok that list goes on and on The really good ones don't have weak links Just convinced myself of that Ha Difference between early Genesis and pop era Genesis Few weak links on the old stuff I think in this case ,we have some not so super...tramp links "Rudy" way best so far on this LP
Dont know about everyone,but I'm listening and watching! Guess I'll be the last clown.
We're all clowns down here🎈
I noticed the Sax player switched to a Clarinet or Oboe.
I watch your videos. I want to see the visceral reactions while the music is playing; those that can't be hidden. The review afterwards can be skewed by forethought but not the body language during the music.
Supertramp reminds me if Genesis quit playing serious songs
I suppose one day you will get around to listening to Marillion's "Clutching at Straws" album. Hope I'm still around, lol
The Ferrari F140 V12 is a superb engine but does it really need cylinder nine?. It just seems to go up & down.
This album has no bad songs. I like this one too, though I like Rudy better. And then... last but not least... Crime Of The Century, a great closer and one of the contenders for best song in the album!!
Hi Justin ; ............... Rick Davies' songs ; hmmm !
I always watch videos instead of just listening. I find that if I listen only, my attention is drawn by other things and then the video is talking at me like an electronic fishwife, and not to me. Anyway, it's interesting to note music's role in neuro-linguistic programming: this takes me back to the days when I was trying to pick up a lentil-eating hippie chick with a philosophical bent, and so I always assumed it was one of those obligatory climate doom songs like Crime of the Century. But listening to it now, it doesn't mention global warming(tm) at all - probably because at that time it was thought we were all going to succumb to an ice-age. Heigh ho. But I love the hard allegorical nature of the piece; it can be fitted to almost any scenario, much like a Nostradamus prediction.
LOL, what I do depends on the song. There are some like this one where I know there's no major whammy to watch out for, so I scroll the comments. I tend not to do that with Genesis epics and such, and wait until you're done listening.
About half of your reviews, I watch while the music is playing. It depends on the song I guess.
This song is alright. It doesn't do much for me, but I wouldn't turn the station if it was played on the radio. It's also not the song that comes to my mind when I think "Supertramp". But it's alright.
I like this better than Rudy. Rudy has a nice little hook at the beginning then it jumps all over the place.
I read your comments while listening.