Bought single (in red vinyl) and then the album and getting to Plattsburgh State College in fall of 1978 to find out they were playing in the small gym - went by myself and loved the show - huge crowd of 300 didnt realize they were seeing a super group
Ben Orr was such a great vocalist/bassist/musician and from what I understand a great human as well. Wonderful rendition of The Cars classic. RIP Ben and Ric.
This is deceptively a very clever performance - listen to how Mario changes to the 'on' beat just after Tzan's solo - it's superb - you have to be absolutely on top of your game to that tight, as a band...and these guys are exactly that - brilliant...
There is talent here that goes beyond belief. Every song they do is spot-on starting with the lead guitarist who seems to hit every single note with complete accuracy. If you know this song as well as all their other music, they hit every signature note as if it comes from the original band, without exception. Now, that is talent!!! Also, their selection of songs are all some of the greatest hits in their day and they, without exception, bring them back to life in a BIG way. This is when songwriting was absolutely the finest and the best that has ever been done in history. I am in awe at how talented you have to be to accomplish this and produce songs like this. Keep the songs coming and keep this music alive!!!
You hear so few covers of this song considering its odd construction but a classic The Cars song. This is so excellent from the way it is played, sung, and produced. Darren you and your band really outdid yourself this time.
The engine's finely tuned, the tank is full, the bodywork a sleek black, the sound system: top notch. Crafty's got the rock moves. Adore Tzan's solos, such a treat. Damien's bass the anchor. Ace video edits at the start Darren. The sunnies virus has spread to Tzan, Bassgoose and Mars! Darren I'm glad you did the one-handed thing and not the keytar, because it let you give a full bodied ROCK performance and it's fire! 🔥🔥🔥Velvet lower register and powerful, gutsy vocal like you MEANT IT, it's the conviction of any performance that sells it. SOLD! My favourite track by The Cars, thanks for more than doing it justice. The only thing wrong with it is that it's not long enough, which means I'll have to watch it again...and again...and again...
Gents, THIS is just what I needed today! Crafty is always having fun, Tzan shredding that solo, Darren delivers the vocals and iconic synth part. Every member nailing it 👍
This was just what i needed, on a day of 44 degrees, a bunch of cool dudes singing a cool song. SingitLive never fails to put a smile on my face. Thanks lads..
Great job gentlemen, Crafty & Tzan your experienced guitar work is top notch, very entertaining. Mario super man! On drums and Damien killer bass. Darren slaying the vocals, fantastic!!
I can't thank your band enough for keeping the greatest music era of music alive 😎. They haven't been able to match the 80's music till this day! I was so fortunate to graduate in 1980 and enjoy this music as a young adult going to clubs and parties. Memories I will never forget which helps keep me feeling young ❤
Oh, YES! Goodness, that rhythm section is so steady. Crafty and Tzan are so very talented and play excellently together. Darren up front with the smooth vocals. It's always a pleasure. God bless from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 🙏
An absolute gem! Darren never disappoints on vocals, and the guitarists are always on point. Tzan absolutely nailed that lead! This is a great song from a great band in The Cars, sung by one of my favorite vocalists ever, the late great Benjamin Orr. I am glad his legacy lives on, and it tributed by such a great band as Singit Live! Great job Darren!
Great to see you on vocals again Darren ......not just a great producer 😎 👌 Smashed another out the park. Brilliant performance by the Singitlive Family........dont you just love Friday evenings waiting for what brilliance is coming next. Love the Singitlive crew 👊
"Oh by the way, let me sing this song to the highest intensity, and I'll just play the lead keyboard riff with one hand", says the lead singer 😁. Man, what a killer version. Cannot put into words. I listen with headphones and the production is perfect. Lot of talent here! Thanks for sharing!
OH WOW!! Released in 1978 the year after I was born! Dad raised me on this stuff! Ben Orr was amazing!! Darren and crew, you never cease to amaze! Please, please play this at your next live concert, hubby and I will be there again ❤ thank you for the music SIL
OMG, guys that is perfection! Soaring vocals, crisp solos, fun square wave (?) key patch. Darren, always nice to see you out front again! Tzan really captured Elliot Eastman's spirit .... speaking of spirits, I'm sure Benjamin Orr and Rick Ocazek are LOVING THIS! Hi Crafty! Pardon if I'm still getting to know you all but the rhythm section is always flawless too!
I know a lot of thought goes into the songs you select, but every time I see you've reached into the classic rock era again, I start smiling before I even hit the play button. Another terrific job, especially Darren's spot on vocals and keys - simultaneously of course!
This is flawless! Awesome cover. The late Ric Ocasek and Ben Orr would be very pleased. I remember The Cars getting back in 2011 in DC, at the 9.30 Club. Albeit, Ben had passed and he was never replaced and great respect. It was 2 weeks before my birthday. It was a capacity crowd of around 1000+. Great memories live on and Singit's cover ensures this. Well done guys!.
Fantastic performance with a classic song! Great Ben Orr vocals by Darren, and Crafty and Tzan capturing Elliot Easton's guitar runs and sound! Great performance with Damien capturing Ben's driving bass and Mario nailing David Robinson's drums. Great job guys!
I didn't realise The Cars went back this far. Only "Drive" comes to mind for me. This track definitely, like Darren's hair, gets better with age. Great GoPro angles this week, along with the (nearly) in time head movements. The shades rock! Perfect song for Darren's voice, along with the keyboard jump-in's. Just needed a shot of Harley with his shades on to top it off. Kudos from Matty x
Excellent version - though I'd expect nothing less from Signit Live! I saw the Cars in 1979 and it was a hell of a show. At the time their music sounded like nothing else out there; they were the first band I heard called "New Wave" and it sure sounded new.
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Difficult to rate these guys highly enough. Every track is tight, professionally mixed and sounds spot on. One channel I'm never getting bored of
They should do a cover of shake it up.
I totally agree with you. I always look forward to their next release.
@@legendaryTMNICO Agreed. More Cars covers!!! This one was GOLDEN.
Good Stuff Gentlemen!!!!
Bought single (in red vinyl) and then the album and getting to Plattsburgh State College in fall of 1978 to find out they were playing in the small gym - went by myself and loved the show - huge crowd of 300 didnt realize they were seeing a super group
Whoa😮great job ppls😂👍👍👍
Love how you keep it original. No fancy tries, no ego. Just the song like it really is and flawless played!
Ben Orr was such a great vocalist/bassist/musician and from what I understand a great human as well. Wonderful rendition of The Cars classic. RIP Ben and Ric.
He had a solo hit too, actually both of them
If you get an opportunity to listen to Orr's solo record "The Lace", I would be willing to bet you won't be disappointed 😊
Man how I Love Fridays ☺
This time 😎 Guys Power 💪
"You are just what I needed" 🌞🎉
Love it when Darren showcases his great voice! Well done gang!
Great job SingitLIve!!!! Simultaneously singing and playing keyboard notes one handed, made easy by Darren!!! That was impressive all-around!!
Elliott Easton is one of my favorite guitarists.His memorable,melodic solos and tone really set the Cars apart. Great band,great cover!
I do think that Elliott Easton is highly underrated! Tzan did a great job on the solo.
This is deceptively a very clever performance - listen to how Mario changes to the 'on' beat just after Tzan's solo - it's superb - you have to be absolutely on top of your game to that tight, as a band...and these guys are exactly that - brilliant...
Love the Cars, thank you Singit Live..
Top performance.
Just Wow!!
Elite ❤
Took me a but to realise. Everyone has shades on 😀
Hey!! That’s just what I needed on a Friday night
There is talent here that goes beyond belief. Every song they do is spot-on starting with the lead guitarist who seems to hit every single note with complete accuracy.
If you know this song as well as all their other music, they hit every signature note as if it comes from the original band, without exception. Now, that is talent!!!
Also, their selection of songs are all some of the greatest hits in their day and they, without exception, bring them back to life in a BIG way. This is when songwriting
was absolutely the finest and the best that has ever been done in history. I am in awe at how talented you have to be to accomplish this and produce songs like this.
Keep the songs coming and keep this music alive!!!
Most Excellent!!!
I love the cars what a pearler and nailed it!
You hear so few covers of this song considering its odd construction but a classic The Cars song. This is so excellent from the way it is played, sung, and produced. Darren you and your band really outdid yourself this time.
The engine's finely tuned, the tank is full, the bodywork a sleek black, the sound system: top notch. Crafty's got the rock moves. Adore Tzan's solos, such a treat. Damien's bass the anchor. Ace video edits at the start Darren. The sunnies virus has spread to Tzan, Bassgoose and Mars! Darren I'm glad you did the one-handed thing and not the keytar, because it let you give a full bodied ROCK performance and it's fire! 🔥🔥🔥Velvet lower register and powerful, gutsy vocal like you MEANT IT, it's the conviction of any performance that sells it. SOLD! My favourite track by The Cars, thanks for more than doing it justice. The only thing wrong with it is that it's not long enough, which means I'll have to watch it again...and again...and again...
My head goes dizzy re-watching these, Sharon. Great write-up as ever.
awesome !!
So I can’t believe the keyboardist sang and played that riff at the same time. Dude how can you sour your brain like that? 😵💫
Excellent job guys!
Beautiful! Perfect!...😎
Gents, THIS is just what I needed today! Crafty is always having fun, Tzan shredding that solo, Darren delivers the vocals and iconic synth part. Every member nailing it 👍
Nicely done, and with a smile 🙂
This was just what i needed, on a day of 44 degrees, a bunch of cool dudes singing a cool song. SingitLive never fails to put a smile on my face. Thanks lads..
Awesome guys, that was just what I needed. LOL Excellent
Damn. Spot on! Fantastic!!
Great job gentlemen, Crafty & Tzan your experienced guitar work is top notch, very entertaining.
Mario super man! On drums and Damien killer bass. Darren slaying the vocals, fantastic!!
I can't thank your band enough for keeping the greatest music era of music alive 😎. They haven't been able to match the 80's music till this day! I was so fortunate to graduate in 1980 and enjoy this music as a young adult going to clubs and parties. Memories I will never forget which helps keep me feeling young ❤
Gentlemen.....YOU ROCK!
Love it, the A-Team back together
Awesome…
Oh, YES! Goodness, that rhythm section is so steady. Crafty and Tzan are so very talented and play excellently together. Darren up front with the smooth vocals. It's always a pleasure. God bless from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 🙏
Excellent.
One of those songs you just have to play loud, the louder the better! What a great performance.
An especially good one!
Mario is spot on!!👍👍and so is everybody else.😎
This is just what I needed!
Brilliant 👍
Too cool fellas 😎
Oh the Cars that takes me back. Well done!!!
An absolute gem! Darren never disappoints on vocals, and the guitarists are always on point. Tzan absolutely nailed that lead! This is a great song from a great band in The Cars, sung by one of my favorite vocalists ever, the late great Benjamin Orr. I am glad his legacy lives on, and it tributed by such a great band as Singit Live! Great job Darren!
Young guys covering the Cars, automatic like!
Fabulous! so precise...
Love the emotion and the shades!
Thank you for my Saturday morning smile.
Greatness😎
nailed it ! great work, thank you
Great to see you on vocals again Darren ......not just a great producer 😎 👌 Smashed another out the park. Brilliant performance by the Singitlive Family........dont you just love Friday evenings waiting for what brilliance is coming next. Love the Singitlive crew 👊
Awesome!!!! This is musical giftedness ....all i can say is WOW!!! ❤❤❤ So much of this is superb!!! Kudos!!!!
Amazing job guys, all of you. This one really suits Darren's voice, and I love how much fun he is having. :)
"Oh by the way, let me sing this song to the highest intensity, and I'll just play the lead keyboard riff with one hand", says the lead singer 😁. Man, what a killer version. Cannot put into words. I listen with headphones and the production is perfect. Lot of talent here! Thanks for sharing!
Darren's loving' this tune
Massive Cars fan. Thank you!
Freaking AWESOME!
Rick is smiling down on you guys, for sure.
Perfect Performance!!
THE CARS
I Love this song!!❤
The song name says it all. Love the shades! 😎Masterfully done!
OH WOW!! Released in 1978 the year after I was born! Dad raised me on this stuff! Ben Orr was amazing!! Darren and crew, you never cease to amaze! Please, please play this at your next live concert, hubby and I will be there again ❤ thank you for the music SIL
Class.
OMG, guys that is perfection! Soaring vocals, crisp solos, fun square wave (?) key patch. Darren, always nice to see you out front again! Tzan really captured Elliot Eastman's spirit .... speaking of spirits, I'm sure Benjamin Orr and Rick Ocazek are LOVING THIS! Hi Crafty! Pardon if I'm still getting to know you all but the rhythm section is always flawless too!
I know a lot of thought goes into the songs you select, but every time I see you've reached into the classic rock era again, I start smiling before I even hit the play button. Another terrific job, especially Darren's spot on vocals and keys - simultaneously of course!
Lovin it from Toronto Canada 🇨🇦.........great cover.😊
Loved that
This is flawless! Awesome cover. The late Ric Ocasek and Ben Orr would be very pleased. I remember The Cars getting back in 2011 in DC, at the 9.30 Club. Albeit, Ben had passed and he was never replaced and great respect. It was 2 weeks before my birthday. It was a capacity crowd of around 1000+. Great memories live on and Singit's cover ensures this. Well done guys!.
That's what it's all about!
Great to see two of the Singit Live guitar gods in the same video! Cheers from Sweden!
Great groove guys. Wow
My absolute favourite so far but then I love The Cars. Spot on everybody. 👏👏
Fantastic performance with a classic song! Great Ben Orr vocals by Darren, and Crafty and Tzan capturing Elliot Easton's guitar runs and sound! Great performance with Damien capturing Ben's driving bass and Mario nailing David Robinson's drums. Great job guys!
It was actually the gorgeous Ben Orr on vocals ❤
Ben Orr on lead vocals, not Ric on this tune
Yeah, Ben Orr
@gradyperryjr.8345 All, thanks for correcting. Totally Ben Orr.👍
Wow, Wicked.. Both Benjamin Orr & Rick Ocasek would love this version.. very well done 10/10
What an extraordinary performance. I grew up listening to The Cars and a lot of good memories come back. Music Is timeless!!!
One of my favourite songs done to perfection....... exceptional guys. Benji Orr would be impressed
Nice! Love this song. Great work 🙌
I'm sure you would have rocked the shades as well!
Love the look guys lol so 70's Oh the cover was excellent too.
Great to see the crafty player back!! Gotta love this band!!😊 thanks everybody 😊
Ooosh ! Yeah more cars bud brilliant job 🤘
The Boys are back! Tight!
I didn't realise The Cars went back this far. Only "Drive" comes to mind for me. This track definitely, like Darren's hair, gets better with age. Great GoPro angles this week, along with the (nearly) in time head movements. The shades rock! Perfect song for Darren's voice, along with the keyboard jump-in's. Just needed a shot of Harley with his shades on to top it off. Kudos from Matty x
Excellent version - though I'd expect nothing less from Signit Live! I saw the Cars in 1979 and it was a hell of a show. At the time their music sounded like nothing else out there; they were the first band I heard called "New Wave" and it sure sounded new.
Banger! 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Brilliant! Ben would be proud! Well done! 🤘
Love it … Fresh! ❤ from Sweden
Absolutely a great cover!!!!!
Shades of Benjamin Orr! Great tribute guys! Thanks… it was just what I needed!!😊
Guitarists are on point!
Such an underrated Cars tune... Great work fellas!
Lovin the shades - kinda like the Memphis Mafia meets the Cars in Darren's Basement - "Just what I need" to get my weekend off to a flyer 🎤🎶👌👏❤
Love the Cars! You guys nailed it again!!!!
Great…👏👏👏👍👍👍
You guys captured the spirit of rock n roll. Rockers !!! Laying it down right.
This brings back memories great version guys thank you
That Right There Is The BEST Damn Cars Cover I Have Ever Heard and Maybe Just Maybe Better Than The Cars. WoW Spot On!!!!!
Mastery. Love it.
Great tribute to a wonderful band - love you all rockin' the Ric Ocasek shades!
Whole sunglasses …😂 Great ka
Oh how I do love the Cars, Singit live, its "Just want I needed" .. Well done guys !!