cool story, bro: radiohead were tracking the album the bends, and fake plastic trees was not happening at ALL. then they went and saw jeff buckley play, in london. thom yorke returned to the studio and did a take with just his acoustic and vocals, then broke down in tears. the band did overdubs to that take. that amazing falsetto he goes to in the verses wouldn't have happened without jeff buckley.
Jeff Buckley is hands down my choice of "If you could go back in time to see someone live" selection. I fucking adore Jeff Buckley. What an amazing voice.
Shame this is the edited version, but you still get the impact of the song! Your smile says it all. Highly recommend listening to the album, Mojo Pin is a personal favourite
Amazing, isn’t it? I recall Robert Plant speaking of when he and Jimmy Page went to hear Jeff when they were all performing at the annual music festival in Montreaux Switzerland. They were gobsmacked. Awed. Plant has said that he considers Buckley one of the best singers he knew. Buckley and Mercury
Only just scratching the surface with the vocal performance - he's known for having one of the greatest voices ever in popular music. Akin to Freddy Mercury in his range and how he used it. (aside - voting *again* for Elliott Smith!)
I’m in my 50’s and Jeff is still the best male voice in my lifetime. Saw him live 2 times and both of those performances changed my life. Thanks for the reaction ✌️
That could’ve been written by me 😊 I’m also in my 50’s and saw him the week Grace was released in Birmingham and again seven months later in Wolverhampton - never been anyone to touch him nor me for that fact - will always be my muse ❤
Oh wow I love Jeff!!! If you want to react or a live performance of this song, “Grace” live at BBC is amazing! “Lover, you should’ve come over” is another great song by jeff
Jeff Buckley was one of a kind. A truly extraordinary musician and vocalist. I don't think it's going too far to say he was unique. "Was", unfortunately, since he died so very, very young. Well worth seeking out the videos of his live performances, which show just how absolutely electric he was as a performer. Many viewers I am sure will recommend that you check out his version of Leonard Cohen's "Halleluiah". By all means, yes. But I would recommend "Eternal Life", which shows just how fierce he also could be! Just an amazing, amazing musician.
Even though they only met once, I do find it interesting the way Jeff Buckley's music connects to that of his father, Tim Buckley. You can really tell they were related, not just by the sound of their voices. Jeff initially didn't even know Halleluiah was by Leonard Cohen. His version was inspired by John Cale. If you can, try and find the deluxe edition of Grace. The bonus content contains a studio version of Eternal Life where it's played the way he did life, which is even more feral than the one that ended on the actual album.
He died tragically in 1997 and left us only one album, titled after this song. It's a masterpiece, with originals and a few covers (like Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah"). "Lover, You Should've Come Over" is my favorite.
@@ndesdsadfd quick Google search: Buckley died at the age of 30 on the evening of May 29, 1997 You are right.. I always thought Jeff was part of club 27.. Also crazy he died on the 29th of May
Thanks Erol and Ally for another great reaction ❤ My favourite Jeff buckley song is Lover you should have come over. Omg his voice ❤ long ago his voice made me realize you can use a voice as a instrument too 😎 Erol breaking down the song getting me excited again 😂❤ "sometimes a man gets carried away" 😊
Saw Jeff in Austin in an instore record shop in 1994, never heard of him before but we were walking on Lamar it was by UT. A commotion was going on a little with some beautiful college and high school girls. His band was set up and we walked in to a lot of screaming, shortly he strapped on his guitar. I had never seen anyone sing like him before and I went to many a concerts and saw many a singer before him. It’s one of those things you never forget. It physically changes your brain, it was like a miracle. Only one other person did that in my life, SRV in 1984 in Dallas. Long live Jeff in our hearts!
Lol I'm sitting here grinning at how much this blew you away! Was the exact same for me first time I heard it. Props to Gary Lucas for writing those progressions and Jeff for taking them to the next level!
Jeff was an incredible musician that inherited a lot from his father Tim, both amazing vocalists. I highly recommend a listen to Tim's music, as it is also inventive and full of musical exploration. My favorite of his albums is Lorca but drop in just about anywhere and I'm pretty sure you won't be disappointed. Love your channel btw. Cheers.
After doing so many Radiohead reactions, you were bound to reach the Jeff Buckley rabbit hole at some point. One of favorite artists of all time. A couple of recommendations for mind bending and emotional vocals - “Mojo Pin” live from Glastonbury; “Lover You Should Have Come Over” studio version or lyric video. There’s so many more, but sadly not as much as there should be.
So much going on in this song. I'd never heard it before either. The fast shuffle beat gives this song steady propulsion. Chords are very creative. His vocals are practically otherworldly. Based on the comments to this video I'm going to be seeking out this album.
I love how much you loved this. Impossible not to, imo. The entire album is a dream… No lie. Your enthusiasm about the keys and modes was beautiful to watch, and for someone who is NOT musically gifted, it’s just so interesting to learn from you while you’re in your element. Thanks for another beauty reaction!
Not seeing Jeff live was a real tragedy for me. I had tickets to see him 3 months after he tragically died (bought a month before he passed). Same with Jerry Garcia, had tickets to see the Dead when he went into rehab.
Great reaction. Listen to the album version to get the full gutteral, soul shaking ending. Everytime I hear this version I feel like there's something missing and it ruins my enjoyment of it.
As good as the studio version of Grace is, you should check out the live version on The Late Show (BBC); it’s even better, especially, the outro and crescendo, which are blistering.
Honestly it’s one of those extremely rare occasions where the live performance is more dynamic than the studio in my opinion, Gary Moore was also the same
His live performances ALL blow the studio versions away. It's remarkable. He is quoted as saying recording an album is ultimate and final, which is why he preferred people hearing it live.
Something that I've enjoyed about your reaction here is something that as a composer I'm ALWAYS banging on about, which is that trusting your ear is paramount, and when we talk about scales and modes these are descriptive terms, ways of talking about the sounds that we're hearing. The way I learned music I had a really good idea and I knew how to find the sounds I wanted. I go back to my early pieces and I hear modes, chromaticism, secondary dominants, complex and colourful chords and all kinds of concepts that can be described by music theory, but I wasn't thinking about any of that stuff at the time, I was just looking for sounds that did the things I wanted, simple as that. And a lot of music RUclips get this kind of backwards, they say things like you have to have a grounding in this theory before you can truly know what you're doing, and it's just not true - it's way more important to build trust with your ear, develop a sort of working relationship with the sounds in your head. Yes, music theory can be useful for all sorts of reasons, and I use it for various things, but it's (almost) never my starting point for making something, and a very small part of my overall creative process. So in other words I really appreciate you talking about music theory in this context, as a way to describe the sounds we hear.
Jeff came in like a wind of musical force - like gentle yet a force of musical nature in composition, guitar playing and a generational voice - he was such a unique talent, by the time most of us deep into the scene in the 90's knew was here he was gone. But he is a legend, RIP.
Jeff Buckley songs are a lot like a really good glass of wine or scotch, where there's so much depth and flavor going on it takes you for a journey from the first sniff to the last sip. Absolutely phenomenal artist.
One of the best ever. Grace was the most impactful first hearing a new song I ever had. For some reason I always picture him singing in mediaeval Venice and being given all the riches of the time. You could try listening to his dad, Tim Buckley, also a singer with a beautiful voice. Dolphins or Song to the Siren maybe.
Hey erol, love the content! thanks for sharing all of this stuff. It's great to hear your comments and insight and emotional reaction. REeally love it. THis buckley song is a cut one. it's missing certain bars. maybe a single version or something?
Love Jeff so much, and thanks for checking this song out - I'm a new subscriber for sure. If you havent already, I recommend "Lover you should've come over" prefferably live vers. It's fantastic. RIP Jeff, so good. Take it easy 🤘
He led a 90s rock band but was influenced heavily by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, and has also connections to the NYC lower east side avant/experimental scene. He was apparently in a band with the drummer from Tool (before Tool). And his album Grace has covers of Leonard Cohen, a song done by people like Eartha Kitt and Nina Simone, and an English hymn from the 1500s (or possibly earlier). The guy was an incredible alien.
Thom Yorke of Radiohead said he found the courage to sing using his own voice after seeing Jeff perform live. Jimmy Page and Robert Plant were blown away by him and his band and convinced Jeff not to break up his band. He's also a primary influence on Ren Gill who is someone you should chwck out id tou haven't. Start with "Hi Ren" if you do. Ren is an equally amazing talent. *Edit: liked and subscribed.
GREAT suggestion. I knew you'd f'n love this one when I saw it pop up on my tab. Gone too soon, Jeff sadly drowned in a river. Such an interesting breakdown, Erol. Thank you so much. He had a good ear just like yourself ;) Apparently, Thom Yorke of Radiohead went to see him live and was inspired to write a track on Ok Computer, can't remember which one. Someone in the comments help me here.
Would love for you to listen to his cover of "the way young lovers do" from the Live at Siné album. Total masterclass solo perfomance, just him and his guitar on stage. Gives me goosebumps everytime. Btw, love your honest and passionate approach. Heres hoping that you jump down the jeff buckley rabbithole, shallow as it sadly is due to that damn river he had to bathe in....
‘Lover, You Should Have Come Over’ is an incredible song of his, and my favorite as well. The version from Live in Chicago is incredible. Here it is: ruclips.net/video/vLHcHWDvgfQ/видео.htmlsi=6RWcOlEJyhgKSCi_
Jeff died way too young ….accidental drowning was the verdict. But it was strange. So much talent. A great loss to the world of music and what he might have created had he been granted more time.
Interesting: How can you change modes? I thought modes were based around a “home chord”. I thought Very common in for instance Gregorian Chant and other early Medieval music. Do I have the term confused with something else?
The lyrics to Teardrop were written about Jeff Buckley after his passing by his ex lover, Elisabeth Frazier of Cocteau Twins. She’s a killer singer. Check out all flowers in time bend towards the sun which is a duet with Jeff and Elizabeth.
Don't know if anyone commented on The Massive Attack 'Teardrop' video you done about how Liz Fraser was Jeffs Girlfriend when he tragically passed away and the song Teardrop is about that.
@@rohnnyjotten3985 Apparently Jeff and Elizabeth were a couple, but I have a hard time seeing how that could have been, as Jeff and Rebecca Moore broke up around 1993-94, then Jeff was with Joan from ‘94-‘97.
It's a bit overblown and indulgent vocally for me - but, I've also kinda had all the enjoyment of this record destroyed by a couple decades of horrible covers of this + that shouldn't be a reflection on Buckley, but damn even the "good" covers have all seemed emotionally dishonest. I think I'd enjoy this record again with a more stripped back production + yeah, I've got all the ep's + seen the footage, but the're all a bit too glossy. I enjoy "Sketches" a lot more. Buckley doesn't need the rough edges sanding off at all, but I don't think the record needed the extra coat of gloss.
@@ryanmuddiman8224 I was a huge fan - of it + Sketches, but I've heard SO many ghastly covers of Buckley, like od-ing on Mars bars - my stomach turns at the thought of it. It's not the fault of the album, it's the fault of a bunch of average musicians copying it.
@wulfgold there are a handful of really great Jeff covers. But yes, oftentimes, the lack of sincere commitment and surrender to the moment kill what could otherwise be lovely.
@@ryanmuddiman8224 too much time around the local-bands-scene :/ It's a GREAT record, but there's plenty of other stuff to listen to instead. It just feels like I accidentally OD'd on it. Sky is a Landfill works best for me :)
"Lover you should've come over" is another excellent track from jeff
The entire album is perfect. No 'skip' tracks.
cool story, bro: radiohead were tracking the album the bends, and fake plastic trees was not happening at ALL. then they went and saw jeff buckley play, in london. thom yorke returned to the studio and did a take with just his acoustic and vocals, then broke down in tears. the band did overdubs to that take. that amazing falsetto he goes to in the verses wouldn't have happened without jeff buckley.
You can't go wrong with the entire album.
27 years gone, May 29. He's loved and will never be forgotten ❤
Jeff's death was one of the greatest tragedies in music history. What a loss...This entire album is outdtanding.
Jeff Buckley is hands down my choice of "If you could go back in time to see someone live" selection. I fucking adore Jeff Buckley. What an amazing voice.
I saw him live in London. He was awesome.
@@mandymann Nice, lucky fuck! What was the venue?
I was able to see him live at the old 9:30 Club in Wash DC
@@anthonychilds8193 you lucky bastards, I wasn't born until 2001
@@anthonychilds8193 Lucky mf!!
Shame this is the edited version, but you still get the impact of the song! Your smile says it all. Highly recommend listening to the album, Mojo Pin is a personal favourite
Amazing, isn’t it? I recall Robert Plant speaking of when he and Jimmy Page went to hear Jeff when they were all performing at the annual music festival in Montreaux Switzerland. They were gobsmacked. Awed. Plant has said that he considers Buckley one of the best singers he knew. Buckley and Mercury
He said they had much better chops than him, he meant real great, great singers.
@@vadanevadas6960 yes……I thought I had implied that he thought they were both better than himself?
Jeff's cover of "The way young lovers do" live at Sine is amazing. Also Dido's lament is beautiful.
That's the right reaction after listening to Jeff Buckley for the firs time !
Only just scratching the surface with the vocal performance - he's known for having one of the greatest voices ever in popular music. Akin to Freddy Mercury in his range and how he used it. (aside - voting *again* for Elliott Smith!)
I’m in my 50’s and Jeff is still the best male voice in my lifetime. Saw him live 2 times and both of those performances changed my life. Thanks for the reaction ✌️
That could’ve been written by me 😊 I’m also in my 50’s and saw him the week Grace was released in Birmingham and again seven months later in Wolverhampton - never been anyone to touch him nor me for that fact - will always be my muse ❤
Oh wow I love Jeff!!! If you want to react or a live performance of this song, “Grace” live at BBC is amazing! “Lover, you should’ve come over” is another great song by jeff
Jeff Buckley was one of a kind. A truly extraordinary musician and vocalist. I don't think it's going too far to say he was unique. "Was", unfortunately, since he died so very, very young. Well worth seeking out the videos of his live performances, which show just how absolutely electric he was as a performer.
Many viewers I am sure will recommend that you check out his version of Leonard Cohen's "Halleluiah". By all means, yes. But I would recommend "Eternal Life", which shows just how fierce he also could be! Just an amazing, amazing musician.
Even though they only met once, I do find it interesting the way Jeff Buckley's music connects to that of his father, Tim Buckley. You can really tell they were related, not just by the sound of their voices.
Jeff initially didn't even know Halleluiah was by Leonard Cohen. His version was inspired by John Cale.
If you can, try and find the deluxe edition of Grace. The bonus content contains a studio version of Eternal Life where it's played the way he did life, which is even more feral than the one that ended on the actual album.
Great song. Wouldn't have been my first choice. That's how good this album is.
He died tragically in 1997 and left us only one album, titled after this song. It's a masterpiece, with originals and a few covers (like Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah"). "Lover, You Should've Come Over" is my favorite.
Just posted that lover you should have come over is my favorite 😂
Edit: Club 30❤
He was 31
@@ndesdsadfd quick Google search: Buckley died at the age of 30 on the evening of May 29, 1997
You are right.. I always thought Jeff was part of club 27.. Also crazy he died on the 29th of May
@@ndesdsadfd quick Google search: Buckley died at the age of 30 on the evening of May 29, 1997
I always thought he was part of club 27 😊
@@ndesdsadfd he was 30, actually.
I love seeing people just bask in the music! Thank you for the cool mode breakdowns too!
Thanks Erol and Ally for another great reaction ❤
My favourite Jeff buckley song is Lover you should have come over. Omg his voice ❤ long ago his voice made me realize you can use a voice as a instrument too 😎
Erol breaking down the song getting me excited again 😂❤ "sometimes a man gets carried away" 😊
Saw Jeff in Austin in an instore record shop in 1994, never heard of him before but we were walking on Lamar it was by UT. A commotion was going on a little with some beautiful college and high school girls. His band was set up and we walked in to a lot of screaming, shortly he strapped on his guitar. I had never seen anyone sing like him before and I went to many a concerts and saw many a singer before him. It’s one of those things you never forget. It physically changes your brain, it was like a miracle. Only one other person did that in my life, SRV in 1984 in Dallas. Long live Jeff in our hearts!
Lol I'm sitting here grinning at how much this blew you away! Was the exact same for me first time I heard it. Props to Gary Lucas for writing those progressions and Jeff for taking them to the next level!
Jeff was an incredible musician that inherited a lot from his father Tim, both amazing vocalists. I highly recommend a listen to Tim's music, as it is also inventive and full of musical exploration. My favorite of his albums is Lorca but drop in just about anywhere and I'm pretty sure you won't be disappointed. Love your channel btw. Cheers.
Lover You Should Have Come Over and Hallelujah are excellent
After doing so many Radiohead reactions, you were bound to reach the Jeff Buckley rabbit hole at some point. One of favorite artists of all time. A couple of recommendations for mind bending and emotional vocals - “Mojo Pin” live from Glastonbury; “Lover You Should Have Come Over” studio version or lyric video. There’s so many more, but sadly not as much as there should be.
So much going on in this song. I'd never heard it before either. The fast shuffle beat gives this song steady propulsion. Chords are very creative. His vocals are practically otherworldly. Based on the comments to this video I'm going to be seeking out this album.
My respect from Chile exactly this album is a master piece.
Recomend check Mojo Pin live Glastonbury
Regards..
I love how much you loved this. Impossible not to, imo. The entire album is a dream… No lie. Your enthusiasm about the keys and modes was beautiful to watch, and for someone who is NOT musically gifted, it’s just so interesting to learn from you while you’re in your element. Thanks for another beauty reaction!
Not seeing Jeff live was a real tragedy for me. I had tickets to see him 3 months after he tragically died (bought a month before he passed). Same with Jerry Garcia, had tickets to see the Dead when he went into rehab.
Great reaction. Listen to the album version to get the full gutteral, soul shaking ending. Everytime I hear this version I feel like there's something missing and it ruins my enjoyment of it.
As good as the studio version of Grace is, you should check out the live version on The Late Show (BBC); it’s even better, especially, the outro and crescendo, which are blistering.
Probably the best singer in 100 years mate
Rest in peace Jeff Buckley 🕊️gone way too soon
What’s remarkable to me is that this incredibly challenging song sounds the same live. I couldn’t believe it when I watched the live video
Honestly it’s one of those extremely rare occasions where the live performance is more dynamic than the studio in my opinion, Gary Moore was also the same
His live performances ALL blow the studio versions away. It's remarkable. He is quoted as saying recording an album is ultimate and final, which is why he preferred people hearing it live.
Erol, to appreciate his talent got to view his live stuff. The Grace NPA performance is flawless!
Something that I've enjoyed about your reaction here is something that as a composer I'm ALWAYS banging on about, which is that trusting your ear is paramount, and when we talk about scales and modes these are descriptive terms, ways of talking about the sounds that we're hearing. The way I learned music I had a really good idea and I knew how to find the sounds I wanted. I go back to my early pieces and I hear modes, chromaticism, secondary dominants, complex and colourful chords and all kinds of concepts that can be described by music theory, but I wasn't thinking about any of that stuff at the time, I was just looking for sounds that did the things I wanted, simple as that.
And a lot of music RUclips get this kind of backwards, they say things like you have to have a grounding in this theory before you can truly know what you're doing, and it's just not true - it's way more important to build trust with your ear, develop a sort of working relationship with the sounds in your head. Yes, music theory can be useful for all sorts of reasons, and I use it for various things, but it's (almost) never my starting point for making something, and a very small part of my overall creative process. So in other words I really appreciate you talking about music theory in this context, as a way to describe the sounds we hear.
Thank you! Totally agree. Following your ear is paramount!
Jeff came in like a wind of musical force - like gentle yet a force of musical nature in composition, guitar playing and a generational voice - he was such a unique talent, by the time most of us deep into the scene in the 90's knew was here he was gone. But he is a legend, RIP.
Jeff Buckley songs are a lot like a really good glass of wine or scotch, where there's so much depth and flavor going on it takes you for a journey from the first sniff to the last sip. Absolutely phenomenal artist.
One of the best ever. Grace was the most impactful first hearing a new song I ever had. For some reason I always picture him singing in mediaeval Venice and being given all the riches of the time.
You could try listening to his dad, Tim Buckley, also a singer with a beautiful voice. Dolphins or Song to the Siren maybe.
Grace was an instrumental piece that Gary Lucas wrote before giving it to Jeff buckley who was a great friend of his. I enjoyed watching your video !
Thanks!
Think this was the radio edit. It builds a lot more naturally throughout the song in the album version.
@Zavala1 It is indeed the radio/television edit.
Hey erol, love the content! thanks for sharing all of this stuff. It's great to hear your comments and insight and emotional reaction. REeally love it. THis buckley song is a cut one. it's missing certain bars. maybe a single version or something?
man you gotta react to “Lover, you should’ve come over” next
I second this
Check out the live BBC version!
Love Jeff so much, and thanks for checking this song out - I'm a new subscriber for sure. If you havent already, I recommend "Lover you should've come over" prefferably live vers. It's fantastic. RIP Jeff, so good. Take it easy 🤘
He led a 90s rock band but was influenced heavily by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, and has also connections to the NYC lower east side avant/experimental scene. He was apparently in a band with the drummer from Tool (before Tool). And his album Grace has covers of Leonard Cohen, a song done by people like Eartha Kitt and Nina Simone, and an English hymn from the 1500s (or possibly earlier). The guy was an incredible alien.
His Father was the folk singer Tim Buckley, they both died young and Jeff never did get to know him well.
Jeff 🥹❤️🔥
The live BBC version is a must
Great choice!
Jeff Buckley ❤
Magnifique.
He detuned low E to D.
oh the music we would have gotten if hadn't gone for a swim that night.
Phrygian is just so damn cool 😁✌️
Thom Yorke of Radiohead said he found the courage to sing using his own voice after seeing Jeff perform live. Jimmy Page and Robert Plant were blown away by him and his band and convinced Jeff not to break up his band. He's also a primary influence on Ren Gill who is someone you should chwck out id tou haven't. Start with "Hi Ren" if you do. Ren is an equally amazing talent.
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EPIC!!!!❤
Should also listen to his dad Tim Buckley. Two tragic generational talents in one family
Song to the Siren❤
One of the absolute best! Can you PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE react to Queensryche: Take Hold Of The Flame-Live in Tokyo, 1984…?
if you want an insane vocal performance listen to mojo pin live at wetlands nyc
You are so talented omg
Thanks!
React to the whole album please haha
GREAT suggestion. I knew you'd f'n love this one when I saw it pop up on my tab. Gone too soon, Jeff sadly drowned in a river. Such an interesting breakdown, Erol. Thank you so much.
He had a good ear just like yourself ;)
Apparently, Thom Yorke of Radiohead went to see him live and was inspired to write a track on Ok Computer, can't remember which one. Someone in the comments help me here.
‘Fake Plastic Trees’ off ‘The Bends’ album.
@@LaurentheHermit yes! Thank you.
Would love for you to listen to his cover of "the way young lovers do" from the Live at Siné album. Total masterclass solo perfomance, just him and his guitar on stage. Gives me goosebumps everytime.
Btw, love your honest and passionate approach. Heres hoping that you jump down the jeff buckley rabbithole, shallow as it sadly is due to that damn river he had to bathe in....
Subscribed!
Erol, please sir can you react to Jeff Buckley - 'So Real' and 'Mojo Pin'
he wasnt afraid to die💪
‘Lover, You Should Have Come Over’ is an incredible song of his, and my favorite as well. The version from Live in Chicago is incredible. Here it is: ruclips.net/video/vLHcHWDvgfQ/видео.htmlsi=6RWcOlEJyhgKSCi_
Son of Tim Buckley who also died tragically young.
Fun fact: Jeff Buckley used to play with Danny Carey
Jeff died way too young ….accidental drowning was the verdict. But it was strange. So much talent. A great loss to the world of music and what he might have created had he been granted more time.
Interesting: How can you change modes? I thought modes were based around a “home chord”. I thought Very common in for instance Gregorian Chant and other early Medieval music. Do I have the term confused with something else?
This guy knows
You're pretty good man.
I know you were underwhelmed with Teardrop by Massive Attack, but I do think you would like Angel or Black Milk.
The lyrics to Teardrop were written about Jeff Buckley after his passing by his ex lover, Elisabeth Frazier of Cocteau Twins. She’s a killer singer.
Check out all flowers in time bend towards the sun which is a duet with Jeff and Elizabeth.
@@derekclemons I had forgotten that. Thanks for the reminder…..
14:34 I know how you feel 😂
Don't know if anyone commented on The Massive Attack 'Teardrop' video you done about how Liz Fraser was Jeffs Girlfriend when he tragically passed away and the song Teardrop is about that.
@rohnnyjotten3985 Jeff’s girlfriend at the time of his death was Joan Wasser.
@@MojoPin1983 were did i get that from? i could have swore i read that somewere, i stand corrected.
@@rohnnyjotten3985 Apparently Jeff and Elizabeth were a couple, but I have a hard time seeing how that could have been, as Jeff and Rebecca Moore broke up around 1993-94, then Jeff was with Joan from ‘94-‘97.
It's a bit overblown and indulgent vocally for me - but, I've also kinda had all the enjoyment of this record destroyed by a couple decades of horrible covers of this + that shouldn't be a reflection on Buckley, but damn even the "good" covers have all seemed emotionally dishonest.
I think I'd enjoy this record again with a more stripped back production + yeah, I've got all the ep's + seen the footage, but the're all a bit too glossy. I enjoy "Sketches" a lot more.
Buckley doesn't need the rough edges sanding off at all, but I don't think the record needed the extra coat of gloss.
I'm a huge Jeff fan. That said, Gary Lucas wrote the skeleton of the music; Jeff and his band took it to the next level
@@ryanmuddiman8224 I was a huge fan - of it + Sketches, but I've heard SO many ghastly covers of Buckley, like od-ing on Mars bars - my stomach turns at the thought of it. It's not the fault of the album, it's the fault of a bunch of average musicians copying it.
@wulfgold there are a handful of really great Jeff covers. But yes, oftentimes, the lack of sincere commitment and surrender to the moment kill what could otherwise be lovely.
@@ryanmuddiman8224 too much time around the local-bands-scene :/
It's a GREAT record, but there's plenty of other stuff to listen to instead. It just feels like I accidentally OD'd on it. Sky is a Landfill works best for me :)
Erol…new sub here: Do you enjoy any grunge? Was thinking of Would by Alice In Chains. Also, not grunge, but Audioslave…Like A Stone.
Why do people always react to grace and hallelujah. Two of his weakest tracks.
That’s probably because that’s what most people have requested so far… I’ll have to listen more! Thanks