I became a teen in 1970, the year America formed, and they are truly the soundtrack of my youth. This is the band I've listened to more than any other in my life! Fantastic that they're still making music!
Same for me & was born in the desert so instantly loved them & their harmony! Got me through some tough times & still does (keep on rocking) as just got off my 2nd hospice 🤔 & music helps so much. Ty!!
I’m so glad they’re alive & well & still touring. Someone said it best when they said America was the soundtrack to their youth, mine too & I didn’t even realize it until now!
My favourite song is still Tin Man, with Ventura Highway a close second. I'm a 70-year-old Aussie who lived the Hotel California lifestyle in SoCal in the 1970s (and survived it). These guys are part of the soundtrack to my life.
@@wowjef I'm jealous! I was born in 79... I'm just glad I got a chance to enjoy life before the internet. I wish I could go back! Have a great weekend brother!
You're right. Dan Peek became a born-again Christian. I too am one. When we are being "born-again" we are being changed from a worldly person to an eternal one. That, sadly, causes a division with our friends, family, etc. automatically. I think Mr. Beckley and Mr. Bunnell may have felt very hurt by the breakup as they were all good friends; or possibly just the hardship of "pressure" as they were already feeling pressure; or maybe just betrayed and kind of "left for dead" by Dan Peek? But, none of us can stay in our old circles of people who are not being changed and be changed. We ALL go through the same thing. Our friends, family all react the same way. Our opinions oppose theirs (whereas before this, we were the same). They poke fun at us and accuse us of judging them. They don't believe we heard the voice of God, but we all did. (Not the phony ones who lie. But those of us who are not phony really do.) We pull away from "the world" to change. We see Jesus and want to be like Him. The "fight" inside of us begins do I obey God or go along with "the world"? It is difficult for both sides. But, "Love the Lord God with all your heart, soul, mind and might." "Love others as yourself." We come to love the Lord God MORE than ourselves, thus more than others. Which does not mean that we don't love others. But when it comes to which side we stand with? Jesus wins! As He is our Lord. Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell are extremely gifted musicians and songwriters. They did great since Dan Peek went God's way. Their talent does not diminish because they change band members. It's a little different sound, but wonderful in its own way. I still really enjoy listening to their music myself.
America recently became my favorite band, a horse 🐴 with no name, ventura highway and tin man are among my favorites, I just heard that Dan peak had passed on, rest in peace dan 😢😢😢😢❤❤❤ God bless you ❤.
I note that I do not listen to many old nice hits like as I felt it previously. That's because the information field has changed, I'm in where I feel comfortable and I don't want to go back in time. Many songs encourage a change of situation, but after the change had been done the song lost interest. To interest people, you need to write a new song. If the goal is achieved, a new goal must be set. But a moving back in the time feels like onanism.
Just stop listening to them if you don't like their music!! Most of their shows are sold out anyway, they don't necessarily need you as a fan, since your so unsatisfied with their music!!!
Some people like moving back in time..some don't..there is a place for everybody. Dewey Bunnell said recently that they'd stuck in the past...I just love good music , some best songs were written in the 70s...
What a great band they were and still are. Timeless music that will never go away.
I became a teen in 1970, the year America formed, and they are truly the soundtrack of my youth. This is the band I've listened to more than any other in my life! Fantastic that they're still making music!
Me too , I have all their albums on my iPhone ❤
Same for me & was born in the desert so instantly loved them & their harmony!
Got me through some tough times & still does (keep on rocking) as just got off my 2nd hospice 🤔 & music helps so much. Ty!!
Wow America band happy golden anniversary, still wonderful songs to pass on generation across the world
I’m so glad they’re alive & well & still touring. Someone said it best when they said America was the soundtrack to their youth, mine too & I didn’t even realize it until now!
Today's the Day, and A Horse With No Name, are the best songs of America.
One of my all time favorite bands , I’m a fan since 70’s …… love & respect from Egypt 🇪🇬
My favourite song is still Tin Man, with Ventura Highway a close second. I'm a 70-year-old Aussie who lived the Hotel California lifestyle in SoCal in the 1970s (and survived it). These guys are part of the soundtrack to my life.
Right after the Manson family was there 😄
@@breakfastsurreal5650 Yes, but I kept away from the crazies
@@wowjef I'm jealous! I was born in 79... I'm just glad I got a chance to enjoy life before the internet. I wish I could go back! Have a great weekend brother!
@@breakfastsurreal5650 You too bro, let's have a beer one day and I'll tell you my life story (I have lived in 7 countries, including 6 in the USA).
@@wowjef hey bro you got it! I'm in brew city (Milwaukee) beer is on me!
The music of this band brings back so many great memories of the 70s
Incredible immortal songs, America will be great forever with this music
Good lord, I can't believe that it has been so long. Anyone remember the television show "The Time Tunnel"? That is what life reminds me of.
They still are really good.
Gerrys younger years got my heart 💓❤️
AMERICA you ROCK"!!!!
I spent a lot of time driving around San Andreas listening to "Horse With No Name" while crashing into everything. Happy virtual days.
I saw America at "The Moondog Coronation Ball" in Cleveland. They are amazing!
I can't believe how good they still look!! Most Rock Stars DON'T age well!!!
Super gifted guys and I like the celebration, it would have been cool if someone had mentioned Dan Peek.
You're right. Dan Peek became a born-again Christian. I too am one. When we are being "born-again" we are being changed from a worldly person to an eternal one. That, sadly, causes a division with our friends, family, etc. automatically. I think Mr. Beckley and Mr. Bunnell may have felt very hurt by the breakup as they were all good friends; or possibly just the hardship of "pressure" as they were already feeling pressure; or maybe just betrayed and kind of "left for dead" by Dan Peek? But, none of us can stay in our old circles of people who are not being changed and be changed. We ALL go through the same thing. Our friends, family all react the same way. Our opinions oppose theirs (whereas before this, we were the same). They poke fun at us and accuse us of judging them. They don't believe we heard the voice of God, but we all did. (Not the phony ones who lie. But those of us who are not phony really do.) We pull away from "the world" to change. We see Jesus and want to be like Him. The "fight" inside of us begins do I obey God or go along with "the world"? It is difficult for both sides. But, "Love the Lord God with all your heart, soul, mind and might." "Love others as yourself." We come to love the Lord God MORE than ourselves, thus more than others. Which does not mean that we don't love others. But when it comes to which side we stand with? Jesus wins! As He is our Lord.
Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell are extremely gifted musicians and songwriters. They did great since Dan Peek went God's way. Their talent does not diminish because they change band members. It's a little different sound, but wonderful in its own way. I still really enjoy listening to their music myself.
America recently became my favorite band, a horse 🐴 with no name, ventura highway and tin man are among my favorites, I just heard that Dan peak had passed on, rest in peace dan 😢😢😢😢❤❤❤ God bless you ❤.
I love this band!!!
Love America!❤
Very lucky to grew up to them .... Most excellent ✌️d-
America is Magic
Tremenda banda,me gustan todas las canciones desde los 70s
Tragic that Dan Peek wasn't mentioned. He contributed to that triumvirate too.
Freaking love them. Legends
Do you mean to tell me that there’s a band that’s been together that long where the members don’t hate each other?
Soy un fanatico a America banda .....pero es penoso decir que America no fue 100% America sin Dan Peek
Yo he vivido enamorada de Gerry toda mi vida. Ahora que es un señor de edad aún luce genial. Esta banda es maravillosa los amo con el corazón.
U can do Maaaaaaagic !!!!!!!
Yes, you can do rock with acoustic guitars!
Amo su musica los amo fueron parte de mi adolecencia y mi historia y sigo ollendo su musica
Amo muito as músicas.
Amo vcs ❤
Vcs me transportam para um mundo mais bonito... o mundo da música 🎶
Beautyful guys and bether band congratulacion
América sempre. Parabéns pelo sucesso nesses 50 anos amo esse grupo 👏👏👏❤
A banda da minha vida
Little kid then, cool memories.
Didn't mention Dan Peek
I wish their website sold their America T-shirts!
Fucking rock and roll hall of fame for ignoring these band to include to their hall
🕺🕺🕺🕺🕺🕺🕺🕺🕺🕺🕺🕺🕺🕺
At the 00:12 mark, (and elsewhere) the live footage.?.? Is the original concert video available anywhere?
Glenn Hoddle rocking out in the audience there….?!? X
Btw the Horse with no name. NO NAME is the horses name
They sound like their times coldplay.
why are they not in rrhf?
In my point Of view, HATTRICK is the best, but I learned to sing I need you to my love one
I note that I do not listen to many old nice hits like as I felt it previously. That's because the information field has changed, I'm in where I feel comfortable and I don't want to go back in time. Many songs encourage a change of situation, but after the change had been done the song lost interest. To interest people, you need to write a new song. If the goal is achieved, a new goal must be set. But a moving back in the time feels like onanism.
Ok
They are one of the most successful bands of all time. What have you done?
nut job.
Just stop listening to them if you don't like their music!! Most of their shows are sold out anyway, they don't necessarily need you as a fan, since your so unsatisfied with their music!!!
Some people like moving back in time..some don't..there is a place for everybody. Dewey Bunnell said recently that they'd stuck in the past...I just love good music , some best songs were written in the 70s...