I remember when the record came out in 1982, and just that song title tripped me out... "Volcano for Hire"...was just as thought-provoking as the music itself! Thanks for listening.
This must have been in the course in the early '80s but I have bought this album. My first introduction to weather report was River people. And then after that I got caught up with with weather report. I love the jazz fusion sounds of Ronnie laws and the Crusaders and a few others but I really went there with weather report.
Much love and respect to their contributions to the new wave style of playing jazz music. The key element here is Joe Zwalimuls battery of keyboard synthesizers encompassing Wayne's powerful sound.
Awesome song by Awesome Band that is Weather Report love this Band brilliance Rest in Peace Zawinal and Bailey they open with this tornado riding on the back of a Hurricane where did they go
Always loved this song. I could hum the original version note for note ever since I was around 15. But playing it is another thing. Learned the drums for it as well and was very proud. It's funny how hard the band is working and the audience is all yapping but I'm sure that's a sign that they're all feeling good!
Yeah, I was about 16 when that record came out, early '82. WR was at the top at that moment...they were wiping out the Downbeat magazine reader's polls...#1 band, #1 sax, #1 bass, #1 keyboards, #1 album....same with Swing Journal magazine in Japan. I was at this concert, and I can assure you that the audience was feeling VERY good !!!
The way they hit the last note of the tune was so cute, I half expected them to jump up in the air, pose, and get stuck there like an 80's movie ending 💀
Not to mention that Omar Hakim would soon record/tour with David Bowie (Let's Dance), Dire Straits (Brothers in Arms), and Sting (Dream of the Blue Turtles).
WR had lots of good lineups, my favorite was in '77, but it's so sad what happened to Jaco. Wayne leaves a body of work that is exemplary. Somewhere, young musicians with these influences are working their way to the fore.
Músicos EXCEPCIONAIS, com uma linha musical ESPETACULAR. Pena que a grande mídia, não dá espaço para shows como esse. E nós como brasileiros, temos que nos contentar com o que as redes não mostram isso. Aí, para ver grupos como Weather Report, por exemplo, não veremos nunca mais, já que Joe Zawinul, o tecladista e líder da banda, já não está mais conosco.
@@PatriotSteve - in 81 was when Jaco freaked out at this venue. He kept throwing off the band with bizarre time substitutions, until the rest of the band stopped. Jaco kept going, and the stage was rotated for the next band and the plug pulled on Jaco. Zawinul fired him. So Jaco is on the album, but this band was hastily created and worked up the tunes for the next season (82).
@@stephenmuth7081 are you sure you don’t mean 1984 when he had a meltdown at the Playboy Jazz Festival after he was already with WOM? Bill Crosby had to have him removed from the stage in ‘84. I saw a setlist from the 81 jazz festival and Weather Report played 12 songs and also had a few dates after that till he left a month later.
Definitely. Although I missed Peter Erskine’s big band chops when he left the band, Omar Hakim brought a more explosive rock-funk-jazz thing to the band’s sound. The whole time that Omar Hakim was playing with Weather Report, he was also recording / touring with David Bowie, Sting, and Dire Straits. Versatile as hell.
@@rohnfloresmusic I liked Hakim best when he sounded a bit like Erskine on the Night passage LP. Like on the tune Procession, where he played in a soft, diffuse and searching style for most of the tune. Although I like funky rhythms, Omars more aggressive style does not excite me (neither Zawinul in sloppy, loud or repetetive mood). His soft funk on D flat waltz was great, while the intensive parts were largely pretty boring, to my ears. For instance.
Basic =Earth ,Wind& Fire! God spoked through the True MAGi You popo is Sanctified till the end of old towards the new Awaken!! The last of 12 but not forgotten!!!! As been For with pain and sowrrows Only the STRONG KNOWSANEN
Man, imagine a time when shit like this got played at a place like the Bowl for a crowd that size (Ignore the fact that nothing gets played anywhere, thanks COVID-19).
+Andy Nelson I was there, and this was one of the highlights of their performance. Although the VHS tape makes it look like this was their opening number, this was actually performed about midway through their set. They opened the set with the moody “Procession”, which was not even released yet. The VHS tape only features about one-fourth of their set, lots of stuff was left out. But cameras were rolling the whole time, from what I remember, so Playboy has it all locked away in a vault somewhere. At one point, the band walked off the stage, and the late comedian Brother Theodore came on for about ten minutes of intense monologue. Then the band came back onstage to finish their set and dothe encore with the Manhattan Transfer.
I saw the concert just the week before, at the Palladium in NYC. Never felt that much energy. Hakim and Bailey were ecstatic to be part of that band and it showed. Hakim did the longest, craziest solo; broke his sticks twice; Shorter and Zawinul were chuckling.
Thanks Philippe - I agree, the energy level that this band had was something else. Interesting that Zawinul considered this the best band in the WR lineup; quite a bold statement, since every version of this band was other-worldly. I saw them again after this on the Domino Theory tour in early '84 at the Beverly Theater in L.A. with Mino Cinelu on percussion and they were TIGHT. Omar Hakim was on fire at that point. - Also saw them in April '83 for the Procession tour at the Universal Amphitheater in L.A. with the same lineup as this video, Jose Rossy on percussion. But between '82 and '84 this band really became one tight unit on stage. At least they went out with a bang.
@@phpn99 I saw the same line up in New York at the Miller Time concerts at the Pier and I agree the energy was amazing! That was my second time seeing this amazing band. My first was September 1982 at the Memorial Auditorium, Montclair State College with Peter Erskine, Jaco Pastorius and Dom Um Romao... THAT SHOW blew the roof off! I remember Zawinul was yelling at Erskine the whole show DURING the songs... Jaco's solo was unforgettable... I was indelibly changed forever at that was my first "electric" Concert I ever attended! Thank you Maestros for a lifetime of inspiration!
Excellent progressive jazz band and this melody is exciting, where the genius of the great Jaco Pastorius was lacking, although this bassist is very good too, Gracias por subir el video, saludos desde mexico .
@Lord Of The World, Funnily enough, I just found Weather Report Live in Cologne '83 yesterday on youtube and was reminded just how good the line up with Bailey/ Hakim/ Rossy was. Then I was referred back to this comment from 3+ years ago.
Bass player freakin awesome. I thought it was Jaco b4 i saw who it was. Don't know much about this band, I'm more of a rocker, but progressive jazz rock is amazing, also Chick corea Electric Ladyland was it?
as far as WR goes this is the SHIT Saw this lineup with procession live so I'll die more peacefully 😂 RIP members gone and long life for those with us ❤😍😎
Was that woman at 3:29 wearing ear plugs? Who cares about pop corn and seating arrangements when that bit dropped. The woman at 4:01 gets it on the other hand.
Great show... Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for stopping by Sir! It's an honor.
Wow, is this the real Ron Carter? If so, I have deep respect for you and your work...
Dear Mr Carter, I love your work, from a musician to a great bassist! Love it!
Rest in peace dear Wayne Shorter!
The three are now in paradise 🙏 (Zawinul Shorter and Bailey !)
Jaco too
Oh no, Victor too . RIP
My favourite band of all time.
Omar Hakim gets in that pocket and he never leaves. What stamina, power, musicality, and improvisational prowess!! This whole band is mind blowing.
That was Peter Erskine!
@@mrtriffid ...No, the drummer in the above video is indeed Omar Hakim
I hope u know the origimal? W/ peter erskine well look this song up
Thank you for the music Joe, Wayne and Victor
Rest in peace Wayne Shorter,Victor Bailey..
luv Victors playing behind Wayne.
I love Weather Report.
Imagine that... an entire audience watching and listening to a jazz band. No cell phones.
R.I.P Wayne Shorter, August 25, 1933 - March 2, 2023
I miss weathet report soo damn much! Every single version of that band was simply superb.
My favorite group of all time!!!
Yeah!
right before the Zawinul Syndicate ;)
I was there!
Me too!
Just the concept of a "Volcano for Hire" is a hell of a thing! Just imagine the mind that conceived that!
I remember when the record came out in 1982, and just that song title tripped me out... "Volcano for Hire"...was just as thought-provoking as the music itself! Thanks for listening.
@green fox That's my theory on it.
@green fox Makes sense to me, who knows for sure? Could easily have referred to Zawinul as well.
Hey i didnt know omar hakkim played with weather report. This is incredible. So good...
WR was his entry to stardom. The rest is history.
Great group of musians what fantastic talent a pleasure to listen
This must have been in the course in the early '80s but I have bought this album. My first introduction to weather report was River people. And then after that I got caught up with with weather report. I love the jazz fusion sounds of Ronnie laws and the Crusaders and a few others but I really went there with weather report.
They couldn't have been any better just fantastic
Omar just killing
thank you and goodnight !!!
Much love and respect to their contributions to the new wave style of playing jazz music. The key element here is Joe Zwalimuls battery of keyboard synthesizers encompassing Wayne's powerful sound.
This is Fantastic....a beautiful line up as well... And a great atmosphere!
R.I.P. Victor Randall Bailey 11/11/2016
You're kidding right? Please don't tell me this is true!
Sadly, it is.
Rest in peace Jaco too eh?
I was There!!!!!!!.......Thank you for sharing
I was there too! As long ago as it was, that was still one mind-blowing weekend! Peace
Omar stays in the pocket and it's hard to do that with an arp synth going on. Amazing time and connection.
So nice seeing Omar in the drum chair.
He's a skilled drummer, but Erskine had better swing and groove, not least on this tune.
INCREDIBLE !
Absolutely gobsmacked. This is unparalleled.
Holy Cow what a terrific piece, Omar Hakim was fabulous
Please listen to erskines version youlll like it too/ maybe better❤😊
insane!! They were the best.
Awesome song by Awesome Band that is Weather Report love this Band brilliance Rest in Peace Zawinal and Bailey they open with this tornado riding on the back of a Hurricane where did they go
I saw the same line-up of Weather Report in Norfolk, VA, around 1982 or 1983.
Always loved this song. I could hum the original version note for note ever since I was around 15. But playing it is another thing. Learned the drums for it as well and was very proud. It's funny how hard the band is working and the audience is all yapping but I'm sure that's a sign that they're all feeling good!
Yeah, I was about 16 when that record came out, early '82. WR was at the top at that moment...they were wiping out the Downbeat magazine reader's polls...#1 band, #1 sax, #1 bass, #1 keyboards, #1 album....same with Swing Journal magazine in Japan. I was at this concert, and I can assure you that the audience was feeling VERY good !!!
Rock ON 🖤
wow everyone gets their own little booth to watch. very cool
Those are the "Box Seats"! One of the coolest things about the Hollywood Bowl!
Yeah that 82 year weather report was and I was there for the ride
Thank you for putting this incredible song back on YT !
BastiatHayek You're welcome! I vaguely remember seeing this clip on YT about 6 years ago, then it disappeared. Glad to bring it back.
The way they hit the last note of the tune was so cute, I half expected them to jump up in the air, pose, and get stuck there like an 80's movie ending 💀
Nice mental imagery
Breakfast Club ...
The drummer was only 23 years old here, when most were in garage bands. What talent.
Not to mention that Omar Hakim would soon record/tour with David Bowie (Let's Dance), Dire Straits (Brothers in Arms), and Sting (Dream of the Blue Turtles).
@@rohnfloresmusicwow! Did not know this. How cool! Thanks for sharing.
this is insane !!! incredible
WR had lots of good lineups, my favorite was in '77, but it's so sad what happened to Jaco. Wayne leaves a body of work that is exemplary. Somewhere, young musicians with these influences are working their way to the fore.
Agree... Love Alex Acuna in the early years too...
RIP Joe and Vic
brutal mix.
Wayne está impertérrito cual monje tibetano, es la sabiduría en estado puro!
That bass from 4:30 on... and locked in with the drums, oh my god.
Some badass music!
It's surprising, hearing how fast Joe Zawinul plays the keyboards. He was probably the most innovative member of Weather Report.
Wayne
@@WiljonBrouwera debate heard more than either of their music lol…
Omar Hakim absolutely tearing into those drums.
That's Right!!!!......Mind Blowin,Baby!!!!!!
Brilliant posting! I never knew this concert existed!
Weather is fantastic !!!
FABULEUX !MERCI ! OMAR HAKIM ! YESSSSSS !!!
Músicos EXCEPCIONAIS, com uma linha musical ESPETACULAR. Pena que a grande mídia, não dá espaço para shows como esse. E nós como brasileiros, temos que nos contentar com o que as redes não mostram isso. Aí, para ver grupos como Weather Report, por exemplo, não veremos nunca mais, já que Joe Zawinul, o tecladista e líder da banda, já não está mais conosco.
The clip says 1982 but this must be 1983 or ’84. But I can hear the energy and power from Victor and Omar. My God!!!
The clip is from June 1982. I was there so I can confirm it!
@@rohnfloresmusic did they play this festival when Jaco was in the band?
@@PatriotSteve Yes, in 1979 and in 1981 Weather Report played at the Playboy Jazz Festival with Jaco and Peter Erskine.
@@PatriotSteve - in 81 was when Jaco freaked out at this venue. He kept throwing off the band with bizarre time substitutions, until the rest of the band stopped. Jaco kept going, and the stage was rotated for the next band and the plug pulled on Jaco. Zawinul fired him. So Jaco is on the album, but this band was hastily created and worked up the tunes for the next season (82).
@@stephenmuth7081 are you sure you don’t mean 1984 when he had a meltdown at the Playboy Jazz Festival after he was already with WOM?
Bill Crosby had to have him removed from the stage in ‘84.
I saw a setlist from the 81 jazz festival and Weather Report played 12 songs and also had a few dates after that till he left a month later.
Great hearing Omar on a Gretsch kit!
Getting smiles out of Joe and Wayne - not an easy thing. That musta been a hellova great show
Reminds me of 08h30! Oh! My Goodness!
Maestro Victor Bailey
Great vid, thanks. Never saw a live version of this tune before, they were burning on this gig.
So great !
Holy moly...Omar !..the octopus
Weather Report com formação nova e sem Jaco,mas ainda sim com muita qualidade.....obrigado por postar!
UNBELIEVABLE!!!
energizing stuff
Obrigada por compartilhar esse vídeo dessa banda maravilhosa!
Woooomph !!! this is just balls out slaughter !! YEOWWO !!!
Cathy Silvers (Jenny Piccalo from "Happy Days" and Phil Silvers' daughter) at 3:31.
何度聞いても 観ても 最高です
Thanks for responding to me. I appreciate the time and effort you put into recording and presenting this. :)
+Bruno Cuksts Thanks! Maybe one day I'll actually master Final Cut Pro software. Happy New Year!
great
Nice clear-cutting ride cymbal work!
Definitely. Although I missed Peter Erskine’s big band chops
when he left the band, Omar Hakim brought a more explosive rock-funk-jazz thing
to the band’s sound. The whole time that Omar Hakim was playing with Weather
Report, he was also recording / touring with David Bowie, Sting, and Dire
Straits. Versatile as hell.
@@rohnfloresmusic I liked Hakim best when he sounded a bit like Erskine on the Night passage LP. Like on the tune Procession, where he played in a soft, diffuse and searching style for most of the tune. Although I like funky rhythms, Omars more aggressive style does not excite me (neither Zawinul in sloppy, loud or repetetive mood). His soft funk on D flat waltz was great, while the intensive parts were largely pretty boring, to my ears. For instance.
Basic =Earth ,Wind& Fire!
God spoked through the True MAGi
You popo is Sanctified till the end of old towards the new Awaken!!
The last of 12 but not forgotten!!!!
As been For with pain and sowrrows
Only the STRONG KNOWSANEN
La mia adolescenza...
Geeeeee weeeez what a crazy tempo
Man, imagine a time when shit like this got played at a place like the Bowl for a crowd that size (Ignore the fact that nothing gets played anywhere, thanks COVID-19).
Smokin’.
Spectacular!
When music was filled with JOY. ❤️
This is FUNKY!
Top
good drummer
Omar Hakim, at his finest. (I saw them shortly after, in their Domino Theory tour)
Stephen Muth thanks!
a young victor bailey on bass
Omar Hakim is frightening!!!!!!!!
Omar , Alex , Shorter ,,,
everything after this awesome song must have been an anti climax!
+Andy Nelson
I was there, and this was one of the highlights of their
performance. Although the VHS tape makes it look like this was their opening
number, this was actually performed about midway through their set. They opened the set with the moody “Procession”, which was not even released yet. The VHS tape only features about one-fourth of their set, lots of stuff was left out. But cameras were rolling the whole time, from what I remember, so Playboy has it all locked away in a vault somewhere. At one point, the band walked off the stage, and the late comedian Brother Theodore came on for about ten minutes of intense monologue. Then the band came back onstage to finish their set and dothe encore with the Manhattan Transfer.
I saw the concert just the week before, at the Palladium in NYC. Never felt that much energy. Hakim and Bailey were ecstatic to be part of that band and it showed. Hakim did the longest, craziest solo; broke his sticks twice; Shorter and Zawinul were chuckling.
Thanks Philippe - I agree, the energy level that this band had was something else. Interesting that Zawinul considered this the best band in the WR lineup; quite a bold statement, since every version of this band was other-worldly. I saw them again after this on the Domino Theory tour in early '84 at the Beverly Theater in L.A. with Mino Cinelu on percussion and they were TIGHT. Omar Hakim was on fire at that point. - Also saw them in April '83 for the Procession tour at the Universal Amphitheater in L.A. with the same lineup as this video, Jose Rossy on percussion. But between '82 and '84 this band really became one tight unit on stage. At least they went out with a bang.
@@phpn99 I saw the same line up in New York at the Miller Time concerts at the Pier and I agree the energy was amazing! That was my second time seeing this amazing band. My first was September 1982 at the Memorial Auditorium, Montclair State College with Peter Erskine, Jaco Pastorius and Dom Um Romao... THAT SHOW blew the roof off! I remember Zawinul was yelling at Erskine the whole show DURING the songs... Jaco's solo was unforgettable... I was indelibly changed forever at that was my first "electric" Concert I ever attended! Thank you Maestros for a lifetime of inspiration!
Excellent progressive jazz band and this melody is exciting, where the genius of the great Jaco Pastorius was lacking, although this bassist is very good too, Gracias por subir el video, saludos desde mexico .
Very sad to hear that Victor Bailey died.
Awe when man?
@Lord Of The World, Funnily enough, I just found Weather Report Live in Cologne '83 yesterday on youtube and was reminded just how good the line up with Bailey/ Hakim/ Rossy was. Then I was referred back to this comment from 3+ years ago.
@Lord Of The World And you. Have a good day!
Bass player freakin awesome. I thought it was Jaco b4 i saw who it was. Don't know much about this band, I'm more of a rocker, but progressive jazz rock is amazing, also Chick corea Electric Ladyland was it?
Yaaayyyyyy...............
HAPPY BIRTHDAY OMAR HAKIM!
Fuck, that's fast!
as far as WR goes
this is the SHIT
Saw this lineup with procession live
so I'll die more peacefully 😂
RIP members gone and long life for those with us
❤😍😎
Was that woman at 3:29 wearing ear plugs? Who cares about pop corn and
seating arrangements when that bit dropped. The woman at 4:01 gets it on the other hand.
SMOKN!!!
This was originally on the last WR album with Jaco and Peter Erskine. Hear them play it live here:
ruclips.net/video/ZESEtZn6xzo/видео.html
WOW
Hey tech guys, where are the freaking keyboards? It IS Zawinul’s band!
Jammin !!!
Omar @ 4:32. That is all.
Thank you for uploading. Hard to get girlfriends listening to this kind of music all the time LOL!
You're welcome. Yes, that is the challenge! LOL
but when you find the one that loves it like you do, shes a keeper!
Ikr? 😂😎
Yep
As a female been trying for a weather report soul mate all my life. Haha! X