Elton and Lennon in New York City (As Told By Stuart Epps)
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- Опубликовано: 23 авг 2024
- Stuart Epps is a legendary British recording engineer who toured the world as Elton John's personal assistant during his 1974 tour. Stuart was one of the few who hung out with John and witnessed the incredible concert at Madison Square Garden when Lennon joined Elton on stage on for what was to be one of John's final public performances. To watch the complete interview: • Elton John Recording E...
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One of my favorite 45s of all time
Yeah, mine too! I loved the picture sleeve. That’s when Elton in the band where the coolest. Thanks for watching!
What ever gets you through the night 🌙 😊❤
is alright, is alright 😃
I don’t think there is even a word to describe that night at MSG. Unreal!!
❤. Such a great interview Jon. I did listen to it in its entirety
Thanks Patti! I’ve heard so many people talk about that night; but talking to Stuart was different for me. It was the closest I think I’ll ever get to feeling what that experience was like. As always, thanks for watching!
@@JonBlackstone So true! He was hanging out with all of them - it’s just mind blowing to me.
You know that was an amazing piece of history 👏 🙌 ❤
No kidding! I can’t even begin to imagine what it felt like in that room. Thanks for watching!
These two 😍 ❤️ ♥️
Great music 🎶 great memories
Thanks for watching!
My 2 favorites 😍 ❤️
Wow such memories
That Elton John / John Lennon version of "I Saw Her Standing Her Standing There" was on the B-side of the first record that I ever bought...the 45 rpm of "Philadelphia Freedom" by the Elton John Band way back in 1975. It doesn't get much better than that! Jon, don't you wish you had been at that Madison Square Garden concert in 1974?
EVERY ONE DOES
Man I had the exact same experience! I bought Philadelphia Freedom and my buddy and I were knocked out by hearing John talk about “an old estranged fiancé of mine called Paul”. I still think it’s John they played a Paul song that night. Elton had been playing it on that tour so it made sense; but I can’t help but wish they had worked up a song John wrote. The closest I came to feeling the buzz of being at that show was interviewing Stuart Epps. Hearing him describe it was very visceral for me. I’ve heard a hundred people describe it; but it was different talking to someone who was there. I can’t imagine the vibe in that place!
Utterly incredible documentary, as usual, Jon. I consider you the world's #1 EltonJohnologist. The time and effort put into these videos, and your channel will become goto reference videos into the future. You've shared a lot about yourself also, and when I'm next in America I'll hope to shout you a coffee if you've time. Keep up this work, Jon. It is a significant channel, and I would call on all followers to reach out to someone you know who likes Elton, and to get them to subscribe.
Wow, I can’t. Thank you enough for such kind words. Seriously you really made my day. I can tell you’re a passionate fan of music and I love hearing from folks like you. I would love to meet for coffee. Thank you so much!
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Another fantastic video!!
Thanks again!
Leave it to Yoko to spoil a good Garden Party!..
Poor Yoko. She gets such a bad rap. I remember watching “let it be” in the movie theater (in the early 80s) and every time she came on screen the audience would literally hiss and boo. Even as a teenager I thought that was disgusting and hypocritical. I’ve listened to pretty much every interview John did; and he said something I’ll never forget. He basically said “if you’re a fan of mine, and you think she’s evil, or leading me around like a dog on a leash, then screw you. I’m not here for you. I’m here for Yoko and Sean. If you don’t understand that then you don’t understand anything about me”. That’s my paraphrased version of it. It’s especially hypocritical when Beatles fans (who claim to be about peace and love) are so cruel and hateful towards the most important person in John’s life. It’s as if they’re saying “I love what John Lennon stood for; but why did he pick that awful woman?” To be clear I’m not saying this about your comment. I assume you feel the same way as I do. I confess I can’t stand the sound of her voice. In fact, I find it to be one of the most annoying sounds I’ve ever heard. And I certainly don’t understand why John thought the world would accept her music alongside his. But Yoko always strikes me as a lovely person and a perfect fit for John. He was no dummy. He had a lot of emotional scars and issues from the past; and Beatlemania took its toll on him as well. It would take a special person to help him work through his baggage. But by 1980 he seemed to be at peace and very content with himself and his little family. I’m so glad that he reached that place. Listening to the songs on “double fantasy” always makes me sad, but joyful at the same time. He was so excited about the future; and seemed fulfilled by his role as a father. Some people never get to that place. I still miss his voice in our world. Being the very forthright guy he was I suspect he would be very disappointed and critical of what’s happened to pop music.
4:12 Ok, now we know who stole Elton's almost all live video footage 😵