U can thank the COCKSUCKERS from the American Music Industry 4 SABOTAGING Ian Thomas & Most other Canadian musicians (e.g.: Max Webster/Kim Mitchell & Trooper) bc of the PAYOLA SCANDAL that stonewalled their success in the U.S.A; as a result, Ian Thomas fought back w/the hit song "Liars" (1975). The lyrics r self-explanatory.
@@RA-VEN8 I think it's true when it comes to the music 🎶 industry ... we not trying to say anything bad about American culture ... just the music industry receives alot more attention then 🇨🇦🍁 in that industry
Great song after all these years. I remember olden days before Internet . I use to put on my favorite radio station waiting for the song too come on then I quickly tape it.❤ This is one of the songs i taped.
@@b67y8y There's a Video IAN THOMAS has made that conveys the STORY behind Recording THIS at his home using a TRUCK MOBILE RECORDING SYSTEM. Apparently, he invited some Key Personnel to Hear and provide input through the Process. It Was on here, HouTube. ❤
Holy wow, was in grocery store and this came on and my whole life drifted back to a better day in the 70's ... haven't listened to this since 1978 wow.
great canadiana...his lyrics hit pretty hard right now apr '23 in our crumbling world.."we place our trust in the flyer to deliver us from the fire we have made.."
Ian Thomas..I think he played a few roles in a Canadian half hour comedy called The Red Green Show..check it out...one of his roles was a crazy bush pilot!
I never took the time to read the lyrics and clearly had no idea what he was talking about. I just heard it the other day while driving in my car and once again I wondered why he was singing about a pilot. This is pure poetry, exceptional writing. He is amazing, his vocals are so cool. I love the way he draws out the words (disappeared....destination...etc). The funky bass line is iconic. One of the best from that era and definitely proud that he is Canadian.
thanks Pat--didn't know he was Canuck until now. well it's somewhat interpretational, however, Pilot i believe is referring to the biblical Pontius Pilot, and he is mentioning the Salt Flats because it is a another prophetic allude to area 51(the paranormal incidents). there are more professional biblical interpreters now, which is because you can't put the pieces of the puzzle together, or at least for anyone interested in the Bible . my own 'Bible' is the AA basic text ever, however, during one of the anti-vax rallies last year, one evangelical fellow told me what has been happening was prophesized in 'Enoch.' in any case, Bob Lazar was a guy involved in much of the paranormal and had quit working at area 51 because of what he saw(alien technology), and had went public with it all. i'm pretty sure Ian was prophesizing about certain things going on now.
A very talented underrated singer, musician and songwriter who should have been recognized for a lot more than the guy who just sang the "Painted Ladies" song.
COMPLETELY AGREED!!!!! Another song that EPITOMIZES that would b "Riders In Dark Horses" (reminds me of fellow Canadian Bruce "If I Had A Rocket Launcher" Cockburn). If Ian's a "1-Hit 1der", the Maple Leafs just 1 the Stanley Cup (luv 2 c THAT happen).
I wouldn't have guessed "Pilot" as the name of this song... It came on the radio one night, and I was scrambling for my song finder, which I didn't have on my new phone, at the time. Luckily, the radio's website had the song name... I hadn't heard this in a long time. I took a liking to it, when I first heard it. It's a great sunset song.
Nice song from the 70s. Always reminds me of Steely Dan, especially when he sings disappeared....eared eared eared. Is that Don Fagen i'm thinking? Never knew its Ian Thomas!
@@214EVR I saw it. It was great. I feel cheated that I only found out about this in my early 40's. But I feel glad I know about it now! I was too young to get SCTV when it was on.
@DJ “Red Port Left Green Stars” Yes; Dave is Ian's brother; and Ian's band was on SCTV; also the Great White North intro music from Ian's instrument ; beauty eh! :)
Always loved this classy song for the 30 or so years I've been hearing it on the radio since I was a kid, but I had no idea he was saying "pilot" I always thought he was saying "my life" ...lol, you learn something new every day!!!
This is one of my top 20 songs of all time. I guess goosebumps everytime I hear it. It makes me emotional about the memories of my 99.999% PERFECT CHOLDHOOD.
This group was as comparable to Steely Dan DARE I SAY LOL. Yet the vocals were even better and the rhythm section was killer. I love Steely Dan but this is right in there with less pretension IMHO.
I've known the song for years, but this is the first time that I realized that they didn't actually take off, during the song. While they are waiting for the word, they are terrified because people are outside, trying to get onto the ship! That is what is going on as it ends. It suggests a great plot for a story or a movie...
@@ejbigbetta1008 Thanks 2 that connection, Ian did the title theme 2 "Strange Brew"; fuckin' HILARIOUS movie. I wish that Ian had a(n acting) cameo in that movie bc he's a true talent; much more than "Painted Ladies" & definitely NOT a 1-HIT 1der as epitomized by "Pilot" & "Strange Brew" amongst notables.
@@stuartkynoch7289 I'll tell ya, Stu; u definitely know ur fuckin' shit thru & thru. Ian Thomas is the Canadian version of Bruce Springsteen (but so much more rel8able). Along w)his brother Dave Thomas & Rick Moranis (s.k.a.: The McKenzie Brothers), Ian Thomas is ENTERTAINMENT ROYALTY!!!!! Don't EVER 4GET THAT!!!!!
Love the use of the recorder (rather than flute). Very Canadian and used in Hinterland Who's Who segments on CBC in the 70s and 80s and sounds like the Coo loo coo coo coo coo coo Doug would do.
It was at Alamogordo New Mexico actually , not Nevada.........bitchin song Dave...........the power of gods.........in the hands of children........but were they mad children .........all quite mad ?
I don't think the pilot is God in this case. The "pilot" is just the human being who happens to be in charge of flying the plane/spaceship outta dodge when the experiments these cunts have been running, fully explodes and destroys humanity.
I'm neck deep in a really weird rabbit hole right now. Ian Thomas himself has stated that this song was inspired by a British mockumentary that aired in 1977 called Alternative 3. It was an attempt at an April Fools joke that was botched by the producer because they could not get the April 1 timeslot. Because of this a lot of viewers thought it was real and it created a small British media panic similar to the "War of Worlds" airing narrated by Orson Wells in the U.S. The subject of the faux documentary was that global warming was already well in the process of making the Earth uninhabitable and a covert American-Soviet initiative had begun to execute "Alternative 3" where top scientists and global leaders, along with a slice of the population were to travel to Mars using the moon as a staging area and start life anew. The film depicts that wildlife is found on mars upon arrival, but the tie in novel depicts that the expedition finds that Mars has a breathable atmosphere. The subject of this fiction hits a whole lot harder in 2023 than it did in 1977, especially considering the impact this mockumentary and the subsequent fictional tie in novel had on the world of conspiracy theorists. I would not be at all surprised if Elon Musk has this whole ordeal swimming in the back of his brain, but that is only speculation on my part.
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Great Canadian talent here, that deserved way more recognition than what he got.
At least Santana paid to have his driveway paved.
U can thank the COCKSUCKERS from the American Music Industry 4 SABOTAGING Ian Thomas & Most other Canadian musicians (e.g.: Max Webster/Kim Mitchell & Trooper) bc of the PAYOLA SCANDAL that stonewalled their success in the U.S.A; as a result, Ian Thomas fought back w/the hit song "Liars" (1975). The lyrics r self-explanatory.
This song is very haunting and very 1970s
@@craigusselman546 yes its why i like it the music today sucks
@@RA-VEN8 I think it's true when it comes to the music 🎶 industry ... we not trying to say anything bad about American culture ... just the music industry receives alot more attention then 🇨🇦🍁 in that industry
Great song after all these years. I remember olden days before Internet . I use to put on my favorite radio station waiting for the song too come on then I quickly tape it.❤ This is one of the songs i taped.
I remember these times
@@b67y8y
There's a Video IAN THOMAS has made that conveys the STORY behind Recording THIS at his home using a TRUCK MOBILE RECORDING SYSTEM.
Apparently, he invited some Key Personnel to Hear and provide input through the Process.
It Was on here, HouTube.
❤
Holy wow, was in grocery store and this came on and my whole life drifted back to a better day in the 70's
... haven't listened to this since 1978 wow.
1979
great canadiana...his lyrics hit pretty hard right now apr '23 in our crumbling world.."we place our trust in the flyer to deliver us from the fire we have made.."
Just starting to undersrand what this song is really about. Never thought I'd be living it.....
Yeah we certainly gotta keep our eyes and ears open to big upcoming changes, even in our staid Canada ...
Same here...I so agree
A time in life when life was so fanastic
Yes indeed
Literally magnificent 👌
Just seen him live May 5th in London Ontario at the Aoleian Hall Great show
Been searching for this song for awhile. Didn't clue in it was Ian Thomas. One more great Canadian R&B flavoured pop song, as good as any Steely Dan.
They don’t make this kind of music anymore!! One of the best!! Takes me back!! Yaaa!!
yes i love it
@@b67y8yLikewise here.
One of the greatest Canadian artists... great songs. Thank you 🙏🏼💜🇨🇦
A great Canadian singer, songwriter, composer...an extraordinary talent!
Sounds just as awesome as it did when I first heard it back in "79....Gawd I sure wish I could go back to those carefree days.....
Me too
And me too!
We NEED that 'BACK TO THE FUTURE' DeLorean gull-wing Car!
YES!!!
😂
Ian Thomas..I think he played a few roles in a Canadian half hour comedy called The Red Green Show..check it out...one of his roles was a crazy bush pilot!
No, that was his brother, Dave Thomas.
I never took the time to read the lyrics and clearly had no idea what he was talking about. I just heard it the other day while driving in my car and once again I wondered why he was singing about a pilot. This is pure poetry, exceptional writing. He is amazing, his vocals are so cool. I love the way he draws out the words (disappeared....destination...etc). The funky bass line is iconic. One of the best from that era and definitely proud that he is Canadian.
thanks Pat--didn't know he was Canuck until now. well it's somewhat interpretational, however, Pilot i believe is referring to the biblical Pontius Pilot, and he is mentioning the Salt Flats because it is a another prophetic allude to area 51(the paranormal incidents). there are more professional biblical interpreters now, which is because you can't put the pieces of the puzzle together, or at least for anyone interested in the Bible . my own 'Bible' is the AA basic text ever, however, during one of the anti-vax rallies last year, one evangelical fellow told me what has been happening was prophesized in 'Enoch.' in any case, Bob Lazar was a guy involved in much of the paranormal and had quit working at area 51 because of what he saw(alien technology), and had went public with it all. i'm pretty sure Ian was prophesizing about certain things going on now.
@@dondrysdale7297 He actually was just riffing off a BBC hoax documentary called Alternative 3. Look it up.
This is just an exquisite song. Each chord is so perfect. The outro is one of my favorites.
This is the sort of song that haunts me in the best possible way on cold fall days
Exactly, very 'contemplatve" stuff!
it reminds me of the hard times of today
Wow. We must be brothers.
A very talented underrated singer, musician and songwriter who should have been recognized for a lot more than the guy who just sang the "Painted Ladies" song.
COMPLETELY AGREED!!!!! Another song that EPITOMIZES that would b "Riders In Dark Horses" (reminds me of fellow Canadian Bruce "If I Had A Rocket Launcher" Cockburn). If Ian's a "1-Hit 1der", the Maple Leafs just 1 the Stanley Cup (luv 2 c THAT happen).
A superstar of rock. One of my favorite artists of all time. I love his humor and style One great Canadian artist for sure.
Rick Finney; u got that fuckin' rite.
This song gives me chills. Simply awesome. Smooth and groovy musicianship - groovy just seems totally appropriate for this song :-)
Man, that bass line...😜
As a Millennial, I love this so much. From that twangy bass line, to the epic flute lead, then those awesome vocals.
Haunting song
I wouldn't have guessed "Pilot" as the name of this song... It came on the radio one night, and I was scrambling for my song finder, which I didn't have on my new phone, at the time. Luckily, the radio's website had the song name... I hadn't heard this in a long time. I took a liking to it, when I first heard it. It's a great sunset song.
Yes, I thought it was Twyla....a woman's name. Great to know it's Pilot!!
Awesome! Takes me riiiiight back😄
He was in Meaford last night. Fantastic.
bass work reminds me of Law & Order opening theme music!!! So cool!
Nice song from the 70s. Always reminds me of Steely Dan, especially when he sings disappeared....eared eared eared. Is that Don Fagen i'm thinking?
Never knew its Ian Thomas!
For sure...the lyrics and laid back groove scream SD. This song could have fit nicely anywhere on "The Royal Scam"
good ear
Best... Song... Ever.
IAN THOMAS...PILOT...gotta be the best! alright! 🌴
The bright sprit of 80-s is strongly coming back - healing gulp of fresh air in these spooky times...
1979
ian lhomas when he took off made you feel you could be one, a brlliant write and musician
A cool 70's groove indeed.
Who's still listening to this in 2020?!!
2022
I just found of its existence today!
@@apreviousseagle836better late than never! Check out the SCTV episode where they do this and “Hold On”. Great stuff.
@@214EVR I saw it. It was great. I feel cheated that I only found out about this in my early 40's. But I feel glad I know about it now! I was too young to get SCTV when it was on.
Listening here in 3/2024!!!!!
Ian Thomas deserves the Order of Canada
Sendin' this to ma Brotha : Pilot + Aircraft Mechanic....fly straight always bruh ! 🙌
One of those songs with deep meaning that was unfortunately shuffled off only to be played in dentist offices
Well said
MILLYS BILLIARDS kingston Rd. Scarbough i was about 14 playing snooker to this tune ,remember it like it was other day
Millies! I grew up on Fairwood. Right up the street...wow......
Excellent driving song.
This song should have been 15 minutes long.
Totally agree 100 percent!!
@@420ballsfortnegawattohiorizz There is a radio edit single that's around 4 mins.
@@420ballsfortnegawattohiorizz Maybe " good guitar" is foreign to you.......
the concerts in late 70's were so amazing from this guy, most likely still.
Master musicianship. The feeling coming off his music is layered and eternal.
Thank you Ian! From one Hoser to another eh!
@DJ “Red Port Left Green Stars” Yes; Dave is Ian's brother; and Ian's band was on SCTV; also the Great White North intro music from Ian's instrument ; beauty eh! :)
Absolutely brilliant
Brother of 'hoser' Dave Thomas, if I'm not not mistaken.
Amazing Songs by A most Gifted and Talented World Class Composer and Musician
Soooooooo awesome!
Love this Song and Ian Thomas, he later formed the Boomers, which had some great Albums!
Always loved this classy song for the 30 or so years I've been hearing it on the radio since I was a kid, but I had no idea he was saying "pilot" I always thought he was saying "my life" ...lol, you learn something new every day!!!
super
There was a great interview of Ian Thomas on Toronto's JAZZ FM recently.
Xcelents music & song
Masterpiece!!!
Loved them on SCTV.
This is one of my top 20 songs of all time. I guess goosebumps everytime I hear it. It makes me emotional about the memories of my 99.999% PERFECT CHOLDHOOD.
This group was as comparable to Steely Dan DARE I SAY LOL. Yet the vocals were even better and the rhythm section was killer. I love Steely Dan but this is right in there with less pretension IMHO.
To me this stuff sounds very like Alan Parsons.
Thanks for posting I bought the album in Gr7!
I've known the song for years, but this is the first time that I realized that they didn't actually take off, during the song. While they are waiting for the word, they are terrified because people are outside, trying to get onto the ship! That is what is going on as it ends. It suggests a great plot for a story or a movie...
He came up to kitimat British Columbia Canada
!!!! ✌👍🤘🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧✌👍🤘 !!!!
under rated
cool!!🎤🎶😊😎🎸
He performed this on SCTV and was on Great White North, heheh
Was also on Red Green. Was the guy with Meals on Four Wheels.
That's because his brother is Dave Thomas of SCTV fame!
@@ejbigbetta1008 Thanks 2 that connection, Ian did the title theme 2 "Strange Brew"; fuckin' HILARIOUS movie. I wish that Ian had a(n acting) cameo in that movie bc he's a true talent; much more than "Painted Ladies" & definitely NOT a 1-HIT 1der as epitomized by "Pilot" & "Strange Brew" amongst notables.
@@b.j.banditt2046 Dave even admits he is actually funnier and more talented than he is. And Dave is a comedic god... that says it all.
Masterpiece
Good song bro
I agree with Rob Lemuel....and who doesn't like Steely Dan
'79 Montreal
'79 Magog
Sounds a little steely dan
Totally i looked them up to find the song lol
I can see that.
As much as I would like to agree with you ( I love Steely Dan) Ian Thomas is a force of his own. Unique. ;)
@@stuartkynoch7289 I'll tell ya, Stu; u definitely know ur fuckin' shit thru & thru. Ian Thomas is the Canadian version of Bruce Springsteen (but so much more rel8able). Along w)his brother Dave Thomas & Rick Moranis (s.k.a.: The McKenzie Brothers), Ian Thomas is ENTERTAINMENT ROYALTY!!!!! Don't EVER 4GET THAT!!!!!
No, Steely Dan sounds like HIM!
I think if Ian had stayed in this vein he might have broke through big.
00:01 best music that i ever heard!
The pilot is the architect who directs my life. Some call him God.
Wow, you hit me right at the heart! God bless
ME ITS MY WIFE
I know I prefer to.
Is that the guy who's gonna save us from the fire we have made?
Who's more underrated, Ian or Chilliwack?
Good Canadian kid!
Love the use of the recorder (rather than flute). Very Canadian and used in Hinterland Who's Who segments on CBC in the 70s and 80s and sounds like the Coo loo coo coo coo coo coo Doug would do.
I always think of Law & Order when I hear this lol
He sort of sounds like Leon Russell on this one!
Soufful song
Fun fact: Ian Thomas is comedian Dave Thomas's younger brother.
Dave thomas sctv brother ian thomas boomers
Got any, Beaver tails?
It was at Alamogordo New Mexico actually , not Nevada.........bitchin song Dave...........the power of gods.........in the hands of children........but were they mad children .........all quite mad ?
Isn't Groom Lake in Nevada?
why isn't the 45 rotating at 45RPM
this also isn't the 45 version because the 45 says the song length is 4:04 but the video is 5:12 long
Sounds like the near future to me
We're on borrowed time, sir.
I wonder if the "PILOT "is meant to be GOD ???
Jaxon Jurens I see it as a plea to the pilot not to drop the bomb or a cry to humanity to be rational about the use of atomic warfare
I see your point =It could be a plea to God to save us from the mess we have made
I don't think the pilot is God in this case. The "pilot" is just the human being who happens to be in charge of flying the plane/spaceship outta dodge when the experiments these cunts have been running, fully explodes and destroys humanity.
The CIA's anthem?
Yea, I know, 'who cares'?
Too bad this song couldn't crack the American top-forty-meister syndicate.
I'm neck deep in a really weird rabbit hole right now. Ian Thomas himself has stated that this song was inspired by a British mockumentary that aired in 1977 called Alternative 3. It was an attempt at an April Fools joke that was botched by the producer because they could not get the April 1 timeslot. Because of this a lot of viewers thought it was real and it created a small British media panic similar to the "War of Worlds" airing narrated by Orson Wells in the U.S.
The subject of the faux documentary was that global warming was already well in the process of making the Earth uninhabitable and a covert American-Soviet initiative had begun to execute "Alternative 3" where top scientists and global leaders, along with a slice of the population were to travel to Mars using the moon as a staging area and start life anew. The film depicts that wildlife is found on mars upon arrival, but the tie in novel depicts that the expedition finds that Mars has a breathable atmosphere.
The subject of this fiction hits a whole lot harder in 2023 than it did in 1977, especially considering the impact this mockumentary and the subsequent fictional tie in novel had on the world of conspiracy theorists. I would not be at all surprised if Elon Musk has this whole ordeal swimming in the back of his brain, but that is only speculation on my part.