For those who may not know, our beautiful friend, Topper, passed away yesterday on February 4, 2023. He was not only a wonderful personality but he was also a super talented musician who played multiple instruments. He love of vinyl recordings came from a professional musicians aspect. Some of us not only followed and watched him in various bands that he performed with back in the 1980s and beyond, but we also had the honor to jam with him. He was a great guitar player, keyboard player and singer, AND also a father, husband and friend. We will miss Topper.
Hey, Topper. I'm a friend of your son Jon, I met him on Xbox about 12-13 years ago, and I just wanted to tell you that you raised a really good guy. I think the world of him, and I know you've had some bad things happen lately. I know you don't know me, but I'm going to keep all of you in my thoughts. I hope you feel better and thank you for being awesome as always. Keep on keepin' on, bud.
Great to see you back Oddbox. I hope your recovery is smoothe and ongoing. Take your time, the body heals at its own pace. May I say how well you look, you remind me of Dennis Hopper with your new haircut. Very dashing sir. Keep on keeping on. Peace from New Zealand.
Just heard that you are currently spinning discs in vinyl heaven. I look forward to seeing you there one day and hearing the celestial tunes that you recommend. Thanks for everything ❤️
Oh so glad to see you back here! Praying for your continued recovery. We’ve missed your easygoing positive vibes and just so grateful you are doing better! Keep those good tunes spinning!
I know this has been awhile since this upload but I’m glad to see you again. It’s always an absolute pleasure watching you discuss music and show us your new finds.
I had a,2 1/2 lb tumor removed from my stomach's lining in Nov 2018.i have GIST cancer lost 50 lbs.The cancer comes and goes,it will never really leave ...I hope your good...i always like your videos...peace my brother....Geno
Hey Topper! Great to see you again! I don’t know you personally, but I wanted to let you know that about four years ago I was struggling mightily with an addiction to alcohol. Seems kind of silly now, but your videos really helped calm me down when I was all by myself going through withdrawals. Just wanted to say thanks and keep on truckin’!
Best of luck dear Topper.....as always cool recs.....thanks for showing this Roy Buchanan album haven't heard about it....big fun of his screamin' tele......
Hey Topper! Sorry to hear about your health issues. What is really great to see is that you have been so missed by the many folks that love your videos. That is something meaningful. Peace!
The records are cool and all, but it's just great to see you back! Thank you for making the video and keeping us all informed. Stay well and take care...
So good to see you Topper! We were wondering about you. Didn't want to pry or bother you. Would love to get together and hang out and jam again. Hope all your viewers also know what a fantastic musician you are. Love you bro!
Good to see u back friend. I love your videos and was so concerned. I dig your stuff and collect my self for the last fifty five years, you have turned me on to some great stuff -- THANK YOU!!!!!! Again great to have back, and certainly hope your recovery goes good.🎸🎶
Hi Topper. I recently came across the Bob Dylan Box set in a charity shop ( thrift store) and immediately thought of you! Hope you're doing well, take care, Mark.
Hey Hello :) I dont have a singe LP from Venyl or as we call it a Schallplatte, but I like this Channel so much. So interesting to Listen. Wish you a good recovery
Hello, Topper. One of the things I like about your channel is that you show LPs that I've never seen before or heard of and that's interesting to me. I'm sorry to hear about your recent health problems. Take it easy and best of luck to you.
Hope all is well Topper. Miss seeing your frequent uploads of vinyl finds. More importantly, I hope you’re in good health and the family is doing well. I look forward to more videos!
11:20 You're totally right. It's generally quite easy to tell if some album covers and film posters are from 1967, the letter type and the overall layout scream psychedelia in a way that is not frequently seen in 1966 and much less in 1968, despite being fully into the psychedelic Era. It feels like it was a short-living trend.
👏😌🎉Phew! Welcome back Topper! After a long time, so happy to see that my suspicions have been disproved. And returning with lots of strong finds of stuff I've never seen.✌️and much more good health to you my friend.
Topper, your videos can never be too long! Love seeing all of your excellent finds! Wishing you good health and happiness sir. Looking forward to seeing your next video. Take care and Keep a Goin’!
Sorry to hear about your illness , I hope everything goes well with your recovery. I just had back surgery today, and now I have to get my knee replaced, getting old is not for sissies is it
Topper, I had no idea. I may not post a lot but I have been with you since day one on your channel. You got this my friend. I will pray for you. We love you my brother and send positive vibes your way. God Bless You Gordon.
Could have sworn that I left a comment. Oh well, you know me. So great to see your face and hear your voice again. Emails are fine but seeing my friend is much better. I'm always pulling for you in whatever you decide to do. So fantastic albums you have shown. The George Harrison looks very cool. Still have it on vinyl. I really love it. Over the years Harrison has become my favorite Beatle. He was like discovering an unknown talent that was hiding in plain sight. All the best and love to you and your family Topper. Peace ✌️ my good friend.
It's nice to see you again...Keep getting better and stronger. I dig Tomita...Snow Flakes Are Dancing and others. It must be almost two years since I came across you channel, and then you were gone. Being a newbie to the community, I thought it might not be any of my business, but it sure is nice to see you again. Thanks for clearing the air and bring us up to date. Looking forward to hearing more from you soon. Take care...and thanks for sharing.
Great to see and hear you Topper - thank you for the upload 👍😁 I am a big CTI fan and love Don Sebesky’s arrangements on many cool jazz records that I own.
Great to see you, Sir! Had been concerned at your absence as your postings are always so enjoyable and bring me to us usual repertoire…all best wishes for your recovery…we need you to continue to brighten this little corner of RUclips with your musings 😊
Its great to see you back,despite what you went through,it seems you look good,great present from your son,cheere and best of luck,John from California.
Hello Topper, It's very nice to hear from you again. It sounds like you have been through a lot with the surgery and your recovery. You're looking good! Thank you for sharing the finds. I would like to get a copy of the recent Harrison reissue of ATMP, a great album! I found a compilation of Michael Nesmith's country rock recently and I agree it's great music! Take care.
Hey Topper, so good to see you back on RUclips. Been missing your updates. Sorry to hear you've had some health issues, but great to see you still here and fighting! Didn't know how to get in touch, so this is a great surprise! Keep hanging in and doing what you do. I always do my best to give your recommendations a wee listen - and while some of your favourites are way out there lol - I have experienced music I'd never have thought of before, and even have some new found favourites (most notably Aphrodite's Child!). Glad to see we also share a liking of Queen, Beatles, Bowie, Zep and Floyd as well as some movies and soundtracks! Anyway, don't ever apologise for taking "our time" - you take as much as you want, it's just so good to see you back! Take care, and all the very best from Scotland! James :)
Topper... good to see you ! You were one of the first in the VC I enjoyed watching..hang in there man, you've been through alot ! I enjoy my Cd's as much as my vinyl. Beautifull " All Things Must Pass" Cd Box ! George was so deeply spiritual.. amazing individual. Interesting Kate Bush.. I struggle sometimes to get into her music. I saw this and had to watch... see you soon brother ! Regards. JT
Great to see you back in action Topper! Sending you kind wishes for a return to vibrant health. Thanks for these great finds - I'm particularly wowed by the "Rediscovering Lost Scores!" I love soundtracks too - and am a fan of Wendy Carlos - it is so cool you found those!
Hey Topper! Sorry to hear about all of your medical issues but glad to see you back and doing well. Hang in there and keep up with keeping old/good music alive. There are a few of us old guys from the scene still out carrying on the show. Myself, Bill Gillespie and Sam Shrader have ended up in a band together somehow. Keep the Faith!
Glad to see you back! I would check every month and figured something was wrong. Hoped you were not sick. Glad to see you back and I will keep you in my thoughts for a recovery and continued good health. Keep posting when you can.
Hello sir.....I've been watching your videos for a few years now and have always loved your happy go lucky attitude to life etc... and I enjoy listening to your music knowledge and stories. Sorry to hear you've not been well,I wish you much better health for the future. God bless sir,take care 👍👍👍
Hi Topper, we are all glad to see you are back! You always show some mega albums as you have great taste in music. Here's hoping you make a full recovery. Cheers, Paul from sleepy Suffolk
Topper, I've just got back into watching some videos and came across this. So glad to hear your doing better. I had no idea you were going through medical difficulties. I wish you well and prayers are going out to you.
So good to see you again while the I like the records, you talking about them makes you and your channel special, I hope and pray that your recovery becomes easier for you.
Guess I’m out of the loop. Had no idea what you were going through. Glad to see you’re back and seem to be making a good recovery. Of course, having a positive attitude is very important and you obviously have that. Great to see you back and making videos again. Us old guys gig to stick together !
It is great to see you!. I so enjoy your posts. I was thinking about you last week and hoping you were well. Glad to see you are doing better. Praying for continued healing and health. You have been missed!
It's so good to see you and you're still finding some great albums. ♥️🤗 Congrats on those grails. I had no idea that you had such a major surgery. I am praying for a complete recovery for you.
Good to see you back. I thought about you yesterday, wondering why you hadn't made any new videos lately. I enjoy you showing old records and playing your music, but mainly your nice personality. God's blessings.
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For those who may not know, our beautiful friend, Topper, passed away yesterday on February 4, 2023. He was not only a wonderful personality but he was also a super talented musician who played multiple instruments. He love of vinyl recordings came from a professional musicians aspect. Some of us not only followed and watched him in various bands that he performed with back in the 1980s and beyond, but we also had the honor to jam with him. He was a great guitar player, keyboard player and singer, AND also a father, husband and friend. We will miss Topper.
Dammit 😞
This is very sad news. My condolences to family and friends, you will be missed Topper.
So sad, will genuinely miss you topper 😰😰😰😰
Is there a link to his obituary? I’d like to pay my respects.
Anyone who has that Gentle Giant boxed set deserves to feel good every day! Keep the faith Topper.
I was literally wondering what happened to you last night. Was really hoping you were doing ok, and I’m glad to see that you are
I was too!! Strange how things work like that. He crossed my mind and I wondered what happened just last night in bed.
Hey, Topper. I'm a friend of your son Jon, I met him on Xbox about 12-13 years ago, and I just wanted to tell you that you raised a really good guy. I think the world of him, and I know you've had some bad things happen lately. I know you don't know me, but I'm going to keep all of you in my thoughts. I hope you feel better and thank you for being awesome as always. Keep on keepin' on, bud.
Miss you, man! Hope and pray all is well
The Great Roy Buchanan. You got that right my friend. Good to see you up and around. You sound strong and look marvelous. Keep the videos coming.
Great to see you back Oddbox. I hope your recovery is smoothe and ongoing. Take your time, the body heals at its own pace. May I say how well you look, you remind me of Dennis Hopper with your new haircut. Very dashing sir. Keep on keeping on. Peace from New Zealand.
Sending Prayers Topper ... Peace Brother ... Jimmy ....
Aw I'm so sorry! And hope your doing better! You bring so much to my joy heart!
Just heard that you are currently spinning discs in vinyl heaven. I look forward to seeing you there one day and hearing the celestial tunes that you recommend. Thanks for everything ❤️
Oh so glad to see you back here! Praying for your continued recovery. We’ve missed your easygoing positive vibes and just so grateful you are doing better! Keep those good tunes spinning!
I check your channel every time I log into RUclips! I’m so glad you’re doing better. You look like a $1,000,000!
All the best wishes for your recovery (!!!) and welcome back. Greetings from Germany!
I know this has been awhile since this upload but I’m glad to see you again. It’s always an absolute pleasure watching you discuss music and show us your new finds.
It's always a good day when I get to see your face on the tube Topper.
✌❤
I'm glad you're still around
I always liked your music taste
Welcome back, my friend
Looking good Sir. Love the new hairstyle.👍♥️
I had a,2 1/2 lb tumor removed from my stomach's lining in Nov 2018.i have GIST cancer lost 50 lbs.The cancer comes and goes,it will never really leave ...I hope your good...i always like your videos...peace my brother....Geno
Hey Topper! Great to see you again! I don’t know you personally, but I wanted to let you know that about four years ago I was struggling mightily with an addiction to alcohol. Seems kind of silly now, but your videos really helped calm me down when I was all by myself going through withdrawals. Just wanted to say thanks and keep on truckin’!
Best of luck dear Topper.....as always cool recs.....thanks for showing this Roy Buchanan album haven't heard about it....big fun of his screamin' tele......
Youre appreciated by strangers. Thats an accomplishment most people never acheive. ❤
Missed your vids, and glad to see you back. Stay in good health!
Good to see you back sir, glad your surgery went well.
Welcome back Topper! Missed you, great pickups, great vid. Picked up the Leafhound LP as well and compares favorably with Zep. Be well friend!
Hey Topper! Sorry to hear about your health issues. What is really great to see is that you have been so missed by the many folks that love your videos. That is something meaningful. Peace!
Wishing the best for your recovery - always love your videos and glad to see you back :)
The records are cool and all, but it's just great to see you back! Thank you for making the video and keeping us all informed. Stay well and take care...
So good to see you Topper! We were wondering about you. Didn't want to pry or bother you. Would love to get together and hang out and jam again. Hope all your viewers also know what a fantastic musician you are. Love you bro!
Great to see you back. Sending some positive thoughts your way. ✌
Good to see ya brotha. Was wondering…✌️
great to see you Topper, hope we get some good videos soon buddy
Glad to see you back. Keep movin and peace brother.
Hope you feel better,and have a speedy recovery.
Healing vibes to you! 🙏🔥
So good to see/hear from you. I'm glad you're doing well (all things considered). Loving the new hair. Stay strong.
You look well, so glad to see you back
Happy to see you back! Great stuff 👍
God bless you, man.
Good to see u back friend. I love your videos and was so concerned. I dig your stuff and collect my self for the last fifty five years, you have turned me on to some great stuff -- THANK YOU!!!!!!
Again great to have back, and certainly hope your recovery goes good.🎸🎶
Hi Topper. I recently came across the Bob Dylan Box set in a charity shop ( thrift store) and immediately thought of you! Hope you're doing well, take care, Mark.
Glad to see you back......stay well and enjoy
Good to see you topper thinking about you.big john from glasgow scotland xx.
So happy to see you again!!
Could to see you back in action - keep up the great work!
Topper! Great to see you! Hang in there, brother.
Hey Topper Fantastic to see you back missed you mate
Hi Topper! Great to see you back in action. Wishing you all the best for a speedy recovery. Cheers!
Hey Topper! I was worryed about you, so glad to see you again!
The Leaf Hound is a masterpiece!
Many great wishes from Leslie, the Hungarian.
Thanks for this and I'm glad to hear you're doing well! Great Todd Rundgren recommendation, it sounds really interesting.
Another eclectic collection of albums. Just what we're accustomed to from your channel...and missed. ☮ and good health.
Hey Hello :) I dont have a singe LP from Venyl or as we call it a Schallplatte, but I like this Channel so much. So interesting to Listen. Wish you a good recovery
Great to see you back. I really missed your videos and your good vibes. Stay safe, don’t give up and keep recovering. A very warm huge.
I am very happy to see you back and well, Mr. Topper, and looking forward to more videos soon. I always appreciate you sharing the treasure. 💕
Hello, Topper. One of the things I like about your channel is that you show LPs that I've never seen before or heard of and that's interesting to me. I'm sorry to hear about your recent health problems. Take it easy and best of luck to you.
Its good to see you doing ok, despite the circumstances
Hang in there and onward and upward!!
Hope all is well Topper. Miss seeing your frequent uploads of vinyl finds. More importantly, I hope you’re in good health and the family is doing well. I look forward to more videos!
So glad you are on the mend
Welcome back, glad to see you haven’t forgotten about us. Keep on picking up records and showing us, best wishes!
Great video topper. Great news that your better and make videos. Continue to get better and some great albums. More for me to find
God Bless You!
11:20 You're totally right. It's generally quite easy to tell if some album covers and film posters are from 1967, the letter type and the overall layout scream psychedelia in a way that is not frequently seen in 1966 and much less in 1968, despite being fully into the psychedelic Era. It feels like it was a short-living trend.
Sorry to hear you have been sick , prayers for you and your family.
So glad to see you Topper. I missed you and was worried what had happened. I hope your health will improve soon.
Topper, great to see you back. Always a ton of great pick ups. Praying for full recovery. Peace ☮️ Namaste 🙏 the Zonkman
👏😌🎉Phew! Welcome back Topper! After a long time, so happy to see that my suspicions have been disproved. And returning with lots of strong finds of stuff I've never seen.✌️and much more good health to you my friend.
Good to see you again Topper. Hope you get better soon. Take care 👍🕉️✌️
Topper, your videos can never be too long! Love seeing all of your excellent finds! Wishing you good health and happiness sir. Looking forward to seeing your next video. Take care and Keep a Goin’!
Sorry to hear about your illness , I hope everything goes well with your recovery. I just had back surgery today, and now I have to get my knee replaced, getting old is not for sissies is it
It sure isn't for sissies! Ya know your getting old when your back goes out more than you do.
Topper, I had no idea. I may not post a lot but I have been with you since day one on your channel. You got this my friend. I will pray for you. We love you my brother and send positive vibes your way. God Bless You Gordon.
Could have sworn that I left a comment. Oh well, you know me.
So great to see your face and hear your voice again. Emails are fine but seeing my friend is much better. I'm always pulling for you in whatever you decide to do.
So fantastic albums you have shown. The George Harrison looks very cool. Still have it on vinyl. I really love it. Over the years Harrison has become my favorite Beatle. He was like discovering an unknown talent that was hiding in plain sight.
All the best and love to you and your family Topper. Peace ✌️ my good friend.
Health sucks sometimes. But we can't live without it!!!
It's nice to see you again...Keep getting better and stronger. I dig Tomita...Snow Flakes Are Dancing and others. It must be almost two years since I came across you channel, and then you were gone. Being a newbie to the community, I thought it might not be any of my business, but it sure is nice to see you again. Thanks for clearing the air and bring us up to date. Looking forward to hearing more from you soon. Take care...and thanks for sharing.
Great to see and hear you Topper - thank you for the upload 👍😁 I am a big CTI fan and love Don Sebesky’s arrangements on many cool jazz records that I own.
Great to see you, Sir! Had been concerned at your absence as your postings are always so enjoyable and bring me to us usual repertoire…all best wishes for your recovery…we need you to continue to brighten this little corner of RUclips with your musings 😊
Was a bit concerned, glad you are well!! We missed you, you’re a great guy!
Its great to see you back,despite what you went through,it seems you look good,great present from your son,cheere and best of luck,John from California.
Sending love and positive vibes from Liverpool, England
Hello Topper, It's very nice to hear from you again. It sounds like you have been through a lot with the surgery and your recovery. You're looking good! Thank you for sharing the finds. I would like to get a copy of the recent Harrison reissue of ATMP, a great album! I found a compilation of Michael Nesmith's country rock recently and I agree it's great music! Take care.
Hey Topper, so good to see you back on RUclips. Been missing your updates. Sorry to hear you've had some health issues, but great to see you still here and fighting! Didn't know how to get in touch, so this is a great surprise! Keep hanging in and doing what you do. I always do my best to give your recommendations a wee listen - and while some of your favourites are way out there lol - I have experienced music I'd never have thought of before, and even have some new found favourites (most notably Aphrodite's Child!). Glad to see we also share a liking of Queen, Beatles, Bowie, Zep and Floyd as well as some movies and soundtracks! Anyway, don't ever apologise for taking "our time" - you take as much as you want, it's just so good to see you back! Take care, and all the very best from Scotland! James :)
Topper... good to see you ! You were one of the first in the VC I enjoyed watching..hang in there man, you've been through alot ! I enjoy my Cd's as much as my vinyl. Beautifull " All Things Must Pass" Cd Box ! George was so deeply spiritual.. amazing individual. Interesting Kate Bush.. I struggle sometimes to get into her music. I saw this and had to watch... see you soon brother ! Regards. JT
Great to see you back in action Topper! Sending you kind wishes for a return to vibrant health. Thanks for these great finds - I'm particularly wowed by the "Rediscovering Lost Scores!" I love soundtracks too - and am a fan of Wendy Carlos - it is so cool you found those!
Hey Topper Great to see you back making videos again.Sending Best Wishes to you Ian from Liverpool U.K.
Hey Topper! Sorry to hear about all of your medical issues but glad to see you back and doing well. Hang in there and keep up with keeping old/good music alive. There are a few of us old guys from the scene still out carrying on the show. Myself, Bill Gillespie and Sam Shrader have ended up in a band together somehow. Keep the Faith!
Happy to see your thumbnail pop up on my subs page! Glad you're doing better! Some awesome music you got there as always. Cheers!
Glad to hear the good news. Wish you all the best in your recovery.
Glad to see you back! I would check every month and figured something was wrong. Hoped you were not sick.
Glad to see you back and I will keep you in my thoughts for a recovery and continued good health. Keep posting when you can.
Hello sir.....I've been watching your videos for a few years now and have always loved your happy go lucky attitude to life etc... and I enjoy listening to your music knowledge and stories.
Sorry to hear you've not been well,I wish you much better health for the future.
God bless sir,take care 👍👍👍
Hi Topper, we are all glad to see you are back! You always show some mega albums as you have great taste in music. Here's hoping you make a full recovery.
Cheers, Paul from sleepy Suffolk
Topper, I've just got back into watching some videos and came across this. So glad to hear your doing better. I had no idea you were going through medical difficulties. I wish you well and prayers are going out to you.
Healing to you, friend! We’re here for YOU, music aside!
So good to see you again while the I like the records, you talking about them makes you and your channel special, I hope and pray that your recovery becomes easier for you.
Duuuuuuuude glad to see you! Much love and continued good health.
So glad to see you back, Topper! I grew up a Tomita fan (thanks to my father) and 'Pictures at an Exhibition' is a great one!
Guess I’m out of the loop. Had no idea what you were going through. Glad to see you’re back and seem to be making a good recovery. Of course, having a positive attitude is very important and you obviously have that. Great to see you back and making videos again. Us old guys gig to stick together !
It is great to see you!. I so enjoy your posts. I was thinking about you last week and hoping you were well. Glad to see you are doing better. Praying for continued healing and health.
You have been missed!
It's so good to see you and you're still finding some great albums. ♥️🤗 Congrats on those grails. I had no idea that you had such a major surgery. I am praying for a complete recovery for you.
Good to see you back. I thought about you yesterday, wondering why you hadn't made any new videos lately. I enjoy you showing old records and playing your music, but mainly your nice personality. God's blessings.
Good to see a new vid. You are more important than your vinyl. Keep safe.
Welcome back! Great to hear from you again. Keep on rockin!