Both ends burning. The title speaks for itself, and Ferry's vocals are seriously impressive. You have to listen to this song at least 3 times before deciding if you like his singing or not.
Artists who have cited or been described as influenced by Roxy Music include Nile Rodgers, Kate Bush, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Duran Duran, Adam and the Ants, U2, the Smiths, Depeche Mode, Nick Cave, Spandau Ballet, Radiohead, Scissor Sisters, Talking Heads, Simple Minds, Steven Wilson, Garbage, Placebo, Imogen Heap, Goldfrapp, Pulp, The Sex Pistols, the Human League, Todd Terje and Franz Ferdinand.
Your comments are so perceptive! Roxy Music did punk in 1972 (listen to Re-Make/Re-Model), disco in 1975 (Nile Rodgers saw Roxy Music live in 1975 and immediately called Bernard to say “we need to form a Black Roxy Music” and that tour has two girls on backing vocals!!) and then in 1978 when they recorded Manifesto they essentially invented new wave.
Roxy Music is just too good. Criminally underrated and overlooked. Bowie called their music some of the best to come out of Europe. Huge influence on groups like the Pixies and Siouxsie and the Banshees. I hated Ferry's voice at first and thought Roxy Music sucked, but after years they really grew on me and are likely my favorite band.
Best song ever nothing comes close in the seventies, a solid groove from start to finish 🦞 Salvador Dali's receiver is pinching your ear lobes and ringing in your ears, the anteater wants walking.
Have you heard the British TV theme music to "Tales Of The Unexpected", I always think the female negligee figure is dancing in the flames to this song, could almost be back used as an intro.
The voice of Bryan Ferry is that what makes their music unique. I think you must hear more of them to really make a judgment about their music. The music catalog of this band is very complex. For example, songs like Virginia Plain, Editions of you, The Bogus Man, Avalon and s.o.. Sometimes it is dangerous to categorize a band based on one song
My favorite Roxy Music song is this one. On the same album as "Love is the Drug", which was a hit single in the US, but for some reason "Both Ends Burning" didn't get airplay in the US.
I suspect it's because 'Love Is The Drug' is a bit more accesible than this one,a bit more radio friendly sing songy.'Both Ends Burning' is just slightly weird with it's mesmerizing synths, electronic intro etc.I'm not sure if it was seen as hit potential in the U.S....especially in 1975. I' agree with you though. I prefer 'Both Ends Burning'.
Roxy Music is truly underrated. This isn't the best intro to the group - check out Mother Of Pearl, Over You, Take A Chance With Me, More Than This, To Turn You On, Love Is The Drug Also - Bryan Ferry is an awesome vocalist
If you really want to hear Bryan Ferry's vocals in an amazing context please listen to "In Every Dream Home A Heartache" which along with Brian Eno's fabulous added electronic ambience really is just an astounding musical experience. When the song seems to fade out at the end keep listening, it explodes after that!
Roxy Music were Art Rock, They were also called Glam Rock, not for the music, more for the outrageous glittery costumes & make up. Try some of their earlier songs like Out Of The Blue, Amazona, A Song For Europe, Pyjamarama, Virginia Plane, If There Is Something, The Thrill Of It All, Ladytron, Grey Lagoons, In Every Dream Home A Heartache & Street Life. They were incredibly creative & ahead of their time. Both Ends Burning is mid period Roxy, a lot smoother & more polished than their earlier songs. Don't give up on Roxy Music, its one of the greatest, most imaginative rabbit holes in music, trust me. Love The Show by the way.
Not sure if a few days later you'll still be reading the comments, but I hope you don't give up on Roxy Music entirely. Their second album For Your Pleasure is fantastic all the way through, though it does get pretty weird, and Bryan Ferry's voice can be an acquired taste, but it's kind of a mini prog masterpiece
The only song I don't like on 'For Your Pleasure" is 'Beauty Queen". I just can't take Bryan's vocals on that one,and the song overall is just very bland imo.
An important, influential Art Rock band with many consistently excellent albums. There are likely other tracks by Roxy Music that would be more your cup of tea. QUOTE: In 2005, Tim de Lisle of The Guardian argued that Roxy Music are the second most influential British band after the Beatles. He wrote, "Somehow, in a landscape dominated by Led Zeppelin at one end and the Osmonds at the other, they managed to reach the Top 10 with a heady mixture of futurism, retro rock'n'roll, camp, funny noises, silly outfits, art techniques, film references and oboe solos. And although their popularity has ebbed and flowed, their influence has been strikingly consistent." In 2019, The Economist also described them as "the best British art-rock band since the Beatles", arguing that "among English rock acts of that time, their spirit of adventure and their impact" was "surpassed only" by David Bowie. Bowie himself cited Roxy Music as one of his favourite British groups and in a 1975 television interview described Bryan Ferry as "spearheading some of the best music to come out of England."
It’s Avante Garde. Saw Roxy Music in Detroit. Bryan Ferry’s voice with vibrato was very different. Horns, synthesizers, it’s just a vibe. But everybody’s opinions are valid. We alll see things in our own way. Good reviews. I really appreciate you guys. Nice work
You see, that is precisely why I like it so much. Bryan Ferry's vocals are key. He jigs when they jag. I love that he hits every note unexpectedly. Because th!at is exactly what life gives us. This is by far my favorite Roxy Music song. I've loved them since 76, when I barely knew how to tie my shoes. I loved that he hit every note just slightly off. It was perfect, I tell you. PERFECT!
I was excited to see you reacting to Roxy Music, until you did. Roxy is/was Glam Rock much in the same way as Bowie is/was. But try not being so closed minded on Roxy Music. I remember when I didn't care for Steely Dan until I gave them a legitimate listen. That was when I wasn't too bright. The key to Both Ends Burning are in Ferry's lyrics more than being "wowed" by the music. But having said that, this is probably not the best song for a 1st time ever intro to R.M.'s world, even though it's my favorite song on the Siren album. My first Roxy exposure was with their 1980 album Flesh + Blood (a blind buy at the time) and then the 1982 mega-smash, Avalon, which is a perfect record front to back. From there I worked backwards through the Roxy Music discography. Ferry's solo efforts, Boys and Girls along with Olympia are not to be missed. Both are basically Roxy Music albums except for that they're not. So the point being is that Bryan Ferry is essentially Roxy Music. Olympia was originally intended to be a Roxy album after a long hiatus but was eventually released as a Ferry solo album. Roxy Music voted into the R&R hall of fame a few years back. Don't give up!
I'm not too familiar with Roxy Music, but I liked it. I think I'd call it "art rock". It certainly wouldn't sound out of place on a David Bowie album of that time period, I think.
Roxy Music is almost like a cross between David Bowie, Peter Gabriel, and Steely Dan. Something on their more Steely Dan end of things would be from the album Avalon. For example, More Than This: ruclips.net/video/kOnde5c7OG8/видео.html Tighter, smoother, and better harmonies. The vocals are better! More prominent bass lines as well. Title track: ruclips.net/video/bpA_5a0miWk/видео.html
The violin solo at the end of Out of The Blue (Country Life 1974) was and is phenomenal to hear played. Their DVD (Live at The Apollo 2001) also highlights the musical eccentricities and mastery of the guitar by the one and only Phil Manzanera. I am one of those 'odd ducks' that likes Bryan Ferry's version of John Lennon's 'Jealous Guy' more than the Lennon original. Roxy Music is supposedly doing a 50th Anniversary Tour soon, which could possibly be their last (at least with all the original members, minus Eno)....so for those of you who can make it to one of their concerts...Don't Snooze On The Opportunity. Side Note: the music of Roxy Music can also be heardas part of the soundtrack of Netflix crime drama Babylon Berlin. It is played in the style of music from 1919/1933 nightclub music. Bryan also performs the song Bitter-Sweet in a cabaret scene (Season 1 Episode 10) with his jazz age orchestra.
Yes. I was fortunate enough to see Eddie play live during the Country Life Tour. He was playing that solo using an acrylic violin and there was a bank of colored lights shining up from beneath his keyboard. A bright white spotlight was shining on him during that solo which gave his performance a psychedelic, rainbow effect.
Not everyone warms to Roxy Music's 70s period when Bryan and the band were doing their weird-best, the style isn't for everyone. Most people seem to really like their "Avalon" and "Flesh + Blood" era a lot more.
“Inflatable doll, lover ungrateful. I blew up your body …. But you blew my mind.” Lol. (From “In Every Dream Home a Heartache.” With eerie sounds from Eno and Manzanera and Ferry’s deadman’s vocals). They paved the way for New Wave, Punk, Art, and Glam Rock, etc. I followed them from early releases thru Avalon to Ferry’s solo “torch song” period and even to a decade ago with “Shameless.” Even such a fan as I was, I had friends that were hardcore admirers. Ferry had Iconic style and swagger like he emerged from French film noir. And the endless models who were draped all over him, the stage, and the LP covers. Then there’s the period of heartbreak-inspired tracks when Jerry Hall left him for Mick Jagger. The cover of Lennon’s “Jealous Guy” hit big in the Uk, with “Love is the Drug.” No regrets, Reed. Lots of great comments, many views and new subscribers perhaps. Hard to sum up their influences with one selection. And some appreciation may qualify as a “you had to be there” situation. So, thanks. And still, great reaction, NnL. Fun. 👍 ✨😊
I wish I had your gift with words. You have an ability to say so much without being verbose. And hey, it's Roxy Music. They were so influential and ground-breaking. I gave it a shot.
MM, funny you mention new subscribers. That was one of my ulterior motives for requesting Roxy Music. I felt like I could entice some of RM's huge cult following to subscribe. I'm kicking myself by not asking for something safer like More Than This or Avalon. I almost feel like I did the channel a disservice. On another note, how do you think Tommy Bolin's "Post Toastee" would fare as a request?
@@bonovol C’mon, almost 2k views and 200 comments in less than 24 hrs … and subscribers hit 39k. You gave it more than a shot … that was an injection of human adrenaline (haha, Hunter S. Thompson reference). So, no disservice. As Cobain said, “Here we are now. Entertain us.” Mission complete. 😜
@@bonovol And as far as requests go, it’s your dime. “Post Toastee” is epic and I’m sure his fans would come out. Tommy is like a hidden gem and had a “deep” resume (James Gang, Deep Purple, Billy Cobham). He opened for Rush and Jeff Beck but died way too young (shortly after Post Toastee, adding to its legendary status). Have fun with whatever you request. Someone told me, “No regrets!” ✨🤪
"Both Ends Burning" was the 2nd single (released Dec 1975) from Roxy Music's 5th studio album, "Siren" (released 34 Oct 1975). The 1st single from the album, "Love Is The Drug" (released Oct 1975), reached number 30 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles chart. The album, "Siren," reached number 50 on the Billboard Top 200 album chart. "Love Is The Drug" is considered a KSHE Klassic on KSHE 94.7 FM in St. Louis, MO.
I love early Roxy. Always interesting and different. Have been described as glam art rock. They and Bowie were 2 of the trend setters in the U.K. early 70s glam rock scene. Bryan Ferry has a distinct vocal sound and style that of course is not to everyone’s taste. This song is quite straight forward for them. If you want to try some of their more experimental stuff check out ‘In Every Dream Home a Heartache’, ‘A Song For Europe’
Good to hear Roxy Music reactions! Love them and love Bryan Ferry as well. Avalon is one of the most perfect albums ever made and one I think you both would enjoy. Bryan Ferry put out quite a few solo albums that were excellent as well. His album Taxi is really good, he does a modern spin on many rock classics. His version of the Fontella Bass classic, Rescue Me, is really inventive, has a kind of lost in space vibe. He also collaborated with the British band, Groove Armada, and released the song Shameless in 2010 which is phenomenal. A real must hear!
I love this album, bought it when it first came out. This and Stranded were always my favourite RM albums. Stand out track for me is ‘Sentimental Fool’ . Btw I believe that is Jerry Hall on the front cover, an old flame of Brian Ferry.
You really need to listen to Roxy's earlier work. They were a heavy influence on the glam-rock era, and David bowie especially. They also influenced the punk era and new wave bands.
I can well understand that someone may find Bryan Ferry's voice a bit strenuous, but I think his voice matches the character of the music well. I have a soft spot for Roxy Music. Other great songs with Roxy are Love Is A Drug, Out Of The Blue, All I Want Is You ...
I like some of their early stuff, "Love Is The Drug" or "Out Of The Blue", but I think you guys would really like the Avalon album. Seriously the whole thing is great.
"Don't Stop the Dance" and "To Turn You On" will change your mind about the voice, methinks. This is not the best song to start Roxy Music with. These two are better. Roxy were glam rockish, at times, like the David Bs. Brian Eno got his start with them, and was with them when I saw them in Charlotte around '75. He was wearing headgear, makeup and wings. Bryan Ferry is pure class. Watch the video of him singing Don't Stop the Dance, and you will agree. "To Turn You On" is very NYC cool. Their "Royal Scam". Same grand piano. The song today, imho, was not very representative of their best. I didn't much care for it either, entschuldigung.
@@bonovol Loved to have seen them later on. When I saw them, Eno was still with them, and the music was most experimental. I personally think Bryan does some exotic things with his voice, and it's a far cry from all the GD yelling that makes up a lot of music today.
@@bonovol If Fripp would have popped up, it would have made my decade. Lots of great venues back then. Dark Side of the Moon was at the same smallish intimate venue, about the same time.
The only album I know is Avalon. I listened to it a lot and it was a trip because it always sounded different depending on what mood I was in. Sometimes it would sound like new agey jazz or crooner ballads or elevator music or spacey psychedelic. they have a lot going on in their music so it`s good for many repeated listenings.
They were a great and very influential band. I hope you react to 'In Every Dream Home A Heartache' even if you didn't care for this song. This song is not really representative of what they did in the early 70s. They were more in the Art Rock vein and this song is just plain Disco. Thanks for the honest reaction. Bryan Ferry's voice is very strange when you first encounter it.
Avalon(1982) is really tasty kind of in the same boat with Gaucho if you get where I’m coming from. I think you guys would melt listening to More Than This or Avalon.
Roxy Music is one of the most influential bands of the 70s, particularly on the New Wave movement (sort of like David Bowie and Talking Heads), and they were quite unique and iconic ... a mix of glam rock and proto-punk, but in their own lane altogether. And Bryan Ferry is generally (and rightfully, in my view) accepted as one of the greatest vocalists of the era. Their music really should be listened to on its own terms, without expectations. If you didn't like this song, you're probably not going to like anything they did before, but perhaps you might get something out of their Manifesto, Flesh and Blood, and especially Avalon albums, which are much more lush and atmospheric, and less raw than their first five releases.
I have always loved this song! I bought Siren just for this song (of course, Love is the Drug is another banger). So many good songs on this album. This song actually got quite a bit of radio airplay here in Cleveland, OH, back in the 70s... very nostalgic for me.
Lead singer Bryan Ferry was the Morrissey (The Smiths) of the 1970s. Definitely a unique vocal style. I was a teenager when this came out, and at the time Roxy Music was considered 'art-rock/glam rock', much like David Bowie, (early) Brian Eno, T-Rex. That's the great Phil Manzanera on guitar. Check out the album '801 Live' (November 1976). It's an excellent live rock/jazz fusion album that features both Phil Manzanera and Brian Eno.
Wow! I listen to 801 live every week..love that album so much whole thing is amazing and the drummer at 17 on this mind blowing. Love your Comment Steve..their are others like me out there! First herd this when my uncle baby sat my sister and I in the 70's I was 8 and just loved it and still do.
Ouch. I flew a little too close to the sun with this one. The comments are correct; Bryan Ferry's vocals take some getting used to. If you listened to "Avalon" or "More Than This," I think you would like those vocals a little better. Those songs are from the polished RM era I'm partial to the earlier Roxy because that's basically where Brian Eno got his start. Plus, the songs were raw and the instrumentals were ground-breaking. Lots of artists point to RM as a major influence. So, I'm 2 for 3 on requests. I will dust myself off, and I will be back in June to seek redemption. Thanks for your honest reaction. I would never want you to sugarcoat your opinions. Love the two of you! #battlescar+ #ageofconsent+ #bothendsburning-
Hey don't feel too bad. I'm into the heavier stuff, but odd stuff _as well,_ and some stuff people would never guess I'm into. Meshuggah brought out the nasties :P Soime of us "hear" things that others can't. But its like OUR music that we share with like-minded people. Or we take a chance that others will like it, I don't like to "Play it Safe", music is supposed to surprise and challenge, but hopefully people can enjoy it for what it is. WE just have a WIDER variety of music to enjoy :). . . . . but, Roxy will have to grow on me the more I get into their deeper cuts.
Roxy Music. WOW. Now that is a rabbit hole. Listen closely to your comments. They will tell you where to go from here. Bryan Ferry great front man. Please listen to " out of the blue". Then make a decision.
Hi Guys...Well I discovered Roxy Music from a mate who got an album for his birthday and played it when I was at his house. I was 17. This group has so many levels...They did pop records riding high in the singles charts. They did incredible prog album tracks. Their music ever changing [ like Bowie ] and Brian Ferry on vocals ..like Geddy Lee was a warbler but as the years passed his voice became as smooth as milk chocolate just as Geddy's also changed. You heard a pop song they released as a single.....Genesis did pop songs but as you now know, it's their albums that really mattered. Brian Ferry solo albums are completely different again. Love songs with wonderful crisp sounds from brilliant musicians with smooth jazz to make you melt into the sofa. Roxy Music cannot be put into one category. With Eno on synth on early albums creating psychedelic sounds and saxophone playing to blow your mind added with the incredible guitar solos of Phil Manzanera ...you have this intoxicating blend of music....& stiil unsure ? ...Steven Wilson remixed their first album and we are waiting with bated breath for him to do their second ! ..Yes Steven Wilson ! ...ok; here goes .. I heard a track from their 1st album "If There Is Something" and I hated the vocals by Ferry ... I nearly stopped the track, it was awful....but it developed into this incredible track and Ferry's vocals at the end are stunning ! It has a sax solo so stunning with a keyboard backing you will be totally hooked....but that beginning for me was so bad....Years later ....I love every moment !!! The track is featured in a movie called "Flashback of a Fool" ...brilliant clip on u.tube from two teenagers who love Roxy Music and the guy dressed like Eno. Ok ...sorry, didn't mean to write so much. Don't give up on Roxy Music. There is so much "More Than This" Byeee X
While I agree that this might not be the best intro to Roxy Music (it sort of falls between the two stools of their earlier, experimental stuff and their later, smoother sound), I still love this song. It has a sort of faded grandeur, and the chord changes are *lush* in the verse. Bryan Ferry's voice is absolutely an acquired taste, although I truly believe you might come to enjoy it, and the band. A good one to start with would be Do The Strand, which is catchier and wittier.
The Bowie comparison is a good one. They were a unique combination of funk/prog/pop/glam. They have some great stuff and it's where Brain Eno got his start. You might like the song "Out of the Blue". I'd recommend guitarist's Phil Manzanara's project 801 Live.
When I first heard Roxy Music as a young teen I, too, was put off by the vocals, thinking them quite strange. Then, in college, some friends played some Roxy in their band and I started to listen more and grew to really like them a lot. I really liked the greatest hits album that I had, as well as Siren and Manifesto. If you saw Sofia Coppola's film Lost in Translation with Scarlett Johansson and Bill Murray, (loved it!), Roxy's "More Than This" is the karaoke song Bill sings. It's from Avalon, which I and others think you'd like. Try some more when you feel like it! They influenced many musicians that you are into!! ❤️🎵❤️
'Love is the Drug' was probably a more accessible song to try first. 'Out of the Blue' is another good one from their earlier catalog that is definitely more accessible.
Frankly, I find that "Both Ends Burning" is very conventional and accessible (even too much). "Out of the Blue" has a more elaborate arrangement and a more refined atmosphere even if the track is nothing extraordinary in itself.
I loved playing this on an open road especially on my way back to my lover. Yeah his voice is perfect with their Glam Punk Disco Fusion. Roxy were a bit of everything. But definitely a part the Bowie (and later The Talking Heads) Family. Eno was a huge part of their sound as well as him having played with/ produced all the above mentioned. Listen to more because Roxy Music has so many more moods. The lyrics are great here and it didnt get a lot of radio play. Their big Hit was Love is the Drug. You all have to hear more.
One of my favorite albums of all time is Avalon by Roxy Music….it’s a very chill vibe however…..and his voice fits wonderfully in a slower, chill groove.
Phil Spector laid the foundation and Roxy took it to the next level with the wall-of-sound. Plus (apart from him being the coolest dude who ever lived), Bryan's vocals were like no other and an acquired taste (but once you get it... you GET it). First choice should have been their first hit, "Virginia Plain".
I’m guessing you probably have heard Roxy Music somewhere (Bryan Ferry in particular) and didn’t realize it. “Love Is A Drug,” “Avalon,” “More Than This,” “The Main Thing” … large catalog. Avalon (album) was their biggest (and last), definitely a playlist keeper. Ferry sometimes is referred to as the “James Bond of rock,” smooth, svelte, dripping with charm (onscreen).
You don't like Bryan Ferry's voice? Bwahahahahaha. Maybe he would be better with autotune? His Voice was real and the faults in it is what makes it so amazing. If you hear others cover any Roxy song you will realise how amazing Bryan Ferry is.
It’s Glam. I don’t think this is the song I would have chosen for someone’s first experience of Roxy Music. The hit song from this album, Love Is The Drug might have worked better as a 1St listen, but I probably would pick something from Manifesto like Dance Away or Flesh And Blood like the title tune or Over You. And, of course any of the hits off Avalon (think Steely Danish) I think you both would love and be surprised at the changes in Bryan Ferry’s singing style over those three albums.
Finally, best band of the seventies (for me . . . today . . . at this hour). Funny you're doing this one before Love Is The Drug, which was their big hit. This is the band that Eno started out in. He was on their first two albums, which were brilliant, and then left for his own solo career. The next three albums that followed are the band's best in my opinion and form a great trilogy, triptych, trinity, whatever. Stranded, Country Life, and Siren. Mother of Pearl off the Stranded album is a great song that you should react to. And their main feature IS Bryan Ferry's voice. He was a precursor to many new wave bands singing styles like The Cars and Talking Heads, kind of like a space age Elvis with an almost French accent. People loooooove his voice, especially when you get to the song Avalon. Check it out. (this song without Ferry's voice would be ridiculous) Roxy Music had a strictly cult following in the 70s. They only became more mainstream in the 80s. You don't know what the band is about yet.
Sorry Lex but Ferry’s vocal is a key part of the Roxy sound delve deeper into the back catalogue! Roxy were early art school glam rockers in the UK and difficult to categorise for some ; for my part I try hard to avoid genre labelling. Listen to Stranded especially ‘a song for Europe’ or anything that involved Eno (although he actually left before Stranded). Roxy were innovators!!! This track is ok but was a concert finale and not the best track to introduce you to Roxy they were so far ahead of the curve in 1971! There was nobody else like them at the time. Context is everything. Regards Denis.
Roxy Music are so briliant. You should perhaps check their album Avalon or Flesh and blood, who are more accessible, you should love. Lots of hits you should know without knowing it's from them.
Love all Roxy Music.Music and know Bryan Ferry has an amazing voice and most women swoon over him..He has so many famous musicians in his band Bran Eno Robert Fripp all experimental and played with Bowie King Crimson , Phill Manzanzera Chek out Listen now by him..you'd think it was written last week even thou it's from the 70's amazing stuff.
Bryan Ferry's voice takes awhile to get used to. But they have a large catalog to choose from. But they have a great guitarist and sax/oboe player. Bass players come and go.
Loved Roxy Music: they had three distinct phases of their career: started off with art-rock with a hint of prog. Then they mellowed slightly, incorporating disco and even country, and then mellowing further into MOR. Excellent musicianship throughout their existence. Bryan Ferry’s vocals are unusual but Roxy wouldn’t have been Roxy without him! Try something from their debut album Roxy Music or For Your Pleasure for a change of pace!
Bryan Ferry's vocals can be...off putting, no doubt, as can be a good deal of Roxy Music's music. That said, this particular song isn't my favorite off this album, there are better ones. Their first 5 albums can be a challenging listen. But with their final 3 albums they went with a more mainstream rock/pop sound. If you listened to songs like Dance away or More than this, you would think you're hearing a different band. They were a very big influence on UK bands from the 80s
First 2 LPs werd ground breaking and better when Eno vzas in the band. Eno also produced Talking Heads, and Bush of Ghosts. Roxy was a common term fOr a ance hall jn UK.
You are listening to greatness. You two would not know great music if it ran you over in a car ARE YOU KIDDING ME DIFFERENT SINGER GOD BLESS YOU TWO WILL NOT LOOK AT YOUR CHANNEL AGAIN.
Only just discovered your channel, particularly interested in your prog rock reactions. I can't find any Tangerine Dream, which surprised me. May I recommend Tangram Part 1 as a good place to start?
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A different voice for Roxy? Unthinkable.
Both ends burning. The title speaks for itself, and Ferry's vocals are seriously impressive. You have to listen to this song at least 3 times before deciding if you like his singing or not.
My fav Roxy album. Perfect from begining to end.
Artists who have cited or been described as influenced by Roxy Music include Nile Rodgers, Kate Bush, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Duran Duran, Adam and the Ants, U2, the Smiths, Depeche Mode, Nick Cave, Spandau Ballet, Radiohead, Scissor Sisters, Talking Heads, Simple Minds, Steven Wilson, Garbage, Placebo, Imogen Heap, Goldfrapp, Pulp, The Sex Pistols, the Human League, Todd Terje and Franz Ferdinand.
You're wasting your breath with these clowns mate.....
@@biriyaniferrari165 If this all they have heard of Roxy Music you are right
You can add Joy Division/New Order, OMD and the entire genre of New Wave
Your comments are so perceptive! Roxy Music did punk in 1972 (listen to Re-Make/Re-Model), disco in 1975 (Nile Rodgers saw Roxy Music live in 1975 and immediately called Bernard to say “we need to form a Black Roxy Music” and that tour has two girls on backing vocals!!) and then in 1978 when they recorded Manifesto they essentially invented new wave.
If you don't like Brian Ferry's vocals, you'll never be a Roxy Music fan. David Bowie was influenced by Roxy Music. 🤔
To me, these guys were 80's music in the 70's.
Rixy music were contemporaries of David Bowie. Brian Ferry the lead singer was called The coolest man alive
Bryan
one of Roxys finest moments
Roxy Music is just too good. Criminally underrated and overlooked. Bowie called their music some of the best to come out of Europe. Huge influence on groups like the Pixies and Siouxsie and the Banshees.
I hated Ferry's voice at first and thought Roxy Music sucked, but after years they really grew on me and are likely my favorite band.
Best song ever nothing comes close in the seventies, a solid groove from start to finish 🦞 Salvador Dali's receiver is pinching your ear lobes and ringing in your ears, the anteater wants walking.
Have you heard the British TV theme music to "Tales Of The Unexpected", I always think the female negligee figure is dancing in the flames to this song, could almost be back used as an intro.
They were not underrated for very long.
Both Ends Burning, great song.
Loved it back in the day when it came out.
The voice of Bryan Ferry is that what makes their music unique. I think you must hear more of them to really make a judgment about their music. The music catalog of this band is very complex. For example, songs like Virginia Plain, Editions of you, The Bogus Man, Avalon and s.o.. Sometimes it is dangerous to categorize a band based on one song
Yes totally agree. This couple are pretty clueless.
Love The Bogus Man :)
his voice and phrasing
My favorite Roxy Music song is this one. On the same album as "Love is the Drug", which was a hit single in the US, but for some reason "Both Ends Burning" didn't get airplay in the US.
I suspect it's because 'Love Is The Drug' is a bit more accesible than this one,a bit more radio friendly sing songy.'Both Ends Burning' is just slightly weird with it's mesmerizing synths, electronic intro etc.I'm not sure if it was seen as hit potential in the U.S....especially in 1975. I' agree with you though. I prefer 'Both Ends Burning'.
never heard this before. liked it a lot actually
Fair reaction.
Roxy Music is Roxy Music.
A genre of their own.
Roxy Music is truly underrated. This isn't the best intro to the group - check out Mother Of Pearl, Over You, Take A Chance With Me, More Than This, To Turn You On, Love Is The Drug
Also - Bryan Ferry is an awesome vocalist
Everything G P says!
"Love Is The Drug" and "More Than This"!!
2HB 👍🏻
If you really want to hear Bryan Ferry's vocals in an amazing context please listen to "In Every Dream Home A Heartache" which along with Brian Eno's fabulous added electronic ambience really is just an astounding musical experience. When the song seems to fade out at the end keep listening, it explodes after that!
Roxy Music were Art Rock, They were also called Glam Rock, not for the music, more for the outrageous glittery costumes & make up.
Try some of their earlier songs like Out Of The Blue, Amazona, A Song For Europe, Pyjamarama, Virginia Plane, If There Is Something, The Thrill Of It All, Ladytron, Grey Lagoons, In Every Dream Home A Heartache & Street Life. They were incredibly creative & ahead of their time.
Both Ends Burning is mid period Roxy, a lot smoother & more polished than their earlier songs. Don't give up on Roxy Music, its one of the greatest, most imaginative rabbit holes in music, trust me. Love The Show by the way.
Not sure if a few days later you'll still be reading the comments, but I hope you don't give up on Roxy Music entirely. Their second album For Your Pleasure is fantastic all the way through, though it does get pretty weird, and Bryan Ferry's voice can be an acquired taste, but it's kind of a mini prog masterpiece
The only song I don't like on 'For Your Pleasure" is 'Beauty Queen". I just can't take Bryan's vocals on that one,and the song overall is just very bland imo.
An important, influential Art Rock band with many consistently excellent albums. There are likely other tracks by Roxy Music that would be more your cup of tea.
QUOTE: In 2005, Tim de Lisle of The Guardian argued that Roxy Music are the second most influential British band after the Beatles. He wrote, "Somehow, in a landscape dominated by Led Zeppelin at one end and the Osmonds at the other, they managed to reach the Top 10 with a heady mixture of futurism, retro rock'n'roll, camp, funny noises, silly outfits, art techniques, film references and oboe solos. And although their popularity has ebbed and flowed, their influence has been strikingly consistent." In 2019, The Economist also described them as "the best British art-rock band since the Beatles", arguing that "among English rock acts of that time, their spirit of adventure and their impact" was "surpassed only" by David Bowie. Bowie himself cited Roxy Music as one of his favourite British groups and in a 1975 television interview described Bryan Ferry as "spearheading some of the best music to come out of England."
LOL, An Cat Dubh is on my list of requests.
How is it possible not to love that song... Idk bout those reactors
What a beggining!!!!!❤
It’s Avante Garde. Saw Roxy Music in Detroit. Bryan Ferry’s voice with vibrato was very different. Horns, synthesizers, it’s just a vibe. But everybody’s opinions are valid. We alll see things in our own way. Good reviews. I really appreciate you guys. Nice work
You see, that is precisely why I like it so much. Bryan Ferry's vocals are key. He jigs when they jag. I love that he hits every note unexpectedly. Because th!at is exactly what life gives us. This is by far my favorite Roxy Music song. I've loved them since 76, when I barely knew how to tie my shoes. I loved that he hit every note just slightly off. It was perfect, I tell you. PERFECT!
I was excited to see you reacting to Roxy Music, until you did. Roxy is/was Glam Rock much in the same way as Bowie is/was. But try not being so closed minded on Roxy Music. I remember when I didn't care for Steely Dan until I gave them a legitimate listen. That was when I wasn't too bright. The key to Both Ends Burning are in Ferry's lyrics more than being "wowed" by the music. But having said that, this is probably not the best song for a 1st time ever intro to R.M.'s world, even though it's my favorite song on the Siren album. My first Roxy exposure was with their 1980 album Flesh + Blood (a blind buy at the time) and then the 1982 mega-smash, Avalon, which is a perfect record front to back. From there I worked backwards through the Roxy Music discography. Ferry's solo efforts, Boys and Girls along with Olympia are not to be missed. Both are basically Roxy Music albums except for that they're not. So the point being is that Bryan Ferry is essentially Roxy Music. Olympia was originally intended to be a Roxy album after a long hiatus but was eventually released as a Ferry solo album. Roxy Music voted into the R&R hall of fame a few years back. Don't give up!
I'm not too familiar with Roxy Music, but I liked it. I think I'd call it "art rock".
It certainly wouldn't sound out of place on a David Bowie album of that time period, I think.
I think "Siren" and "Station To Station" were released within months of each other.
Roxy Music is almost like a cross between David Bowie, Peter Gabriel, and Steely Dan. Something on their more Steely Dan end of things would be from the album Avalon. For example, More Than This: ruclips.net/video/kOnde5c7OG8/видео.html Tighter, smoother, and better harmonies. The vocals are better! More prominent bass lines as well. Title track: ruclips.net/video/bpA_5a0miWk/видео.html
Time for more Chicago? "25 or 6 to 4", "I'm a Man", "Make me Smile"...
wow. how exciting
Another rabbit hole you guys…
This might lead to Eno… and the Cocteau Twins… 🤓👍😜
I'd welcome some Cocteau Twins reactions. If Lexi doesn't know them already . . . she'd LOVE them :).
The violin solo at the end of Out of The Blue (Country Life 1974) was and is phenomenal to hear played. Their DVD (Live at The Apollo 2001) also highlights the musical eccentricities and mastery of the guitar by the one and only Phil Manzanera.
I am one of those 'odd ducks' that likes Bryan Ferry's version of John Lennon's 'Jealous Guy' more than the Lennon original.
Roxy Music is supposedly doing a 50th Anniversary Tour soon, which could possibly be their last (at least with all the original members, minus Eno)....so for those of you who can make it to one of their concerts...Don't Snooze On The Opportunity.
Side Note: the music of Roxy Music can also be heardas part of the soundtrack of Netflix crime drama Babylon Berlin. It is played in the style of music from 1919/1933 nightclub music. Bryan also performs the song Bitter-Sweet in a cabaret scene (Season 1 Episode 10) with his jazz age orchestra.
Violin solo and keyboards are played by Eddie Jobson who 3 years later would create U.K. Remember Nevermore? Eddie wrote that.
Yes. I was fortunate enough to see Eddie play live during the Country Life Tour. He was playing that solo using an acrylic violin and there was a bank of colored lights shining up from beneath his keyboard. A bright white spotlight was shining on him during that solo which gave his performance a psychedelic, rainbow effect.
Not everyone warms to Roxy Music's 70s period when Bryan and the band were doing their weird-best, the style isn't for everyone. Most people seem to really like their "Avalon" and "Flesh + Blood" era a lot more.
“Inflatable doll, lover ungrateful. I blew up your body …. But you blew my mind.” Lol. (From “In Every Dream Home a Heartache.” With eerie sounds from Eno and Manzanera and Ferry’s deadman’s vocals). They paved the way for New Wave, Punk, Art, and Glam Rock, etc.
I followed them from early releases thru Avalon to Ferry’s solo “torch song” period and even to a decade ago with “Shameless.” Even such a fan as I was, I had friends that were hardcore admirers. Ferry had Iconic style and swagger like he emerged from French film noir. And the endless models who were draped all over him, the stage, and the LP covers. Then there’s the period of heartbreak-inspired tracks when Jerry Hall left him for Mick Jagger. The cover of Lennon’s “Jealous Guy” hit big in the Uk, with “Love is the Drug.”
No regrets, Reed. Lots of great comments, many views and new subscribers perhaps. Hard to sum up their influences with one selection. And some appreciation may qualify as a “you had to be there” situation. So, thanks. And still, great reaction, NnL. Fun. 👍
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And did I mention the outro on “Out of the Blue?” ✨🤪
I wish I had your gift with words. You have an ability to say so much without being verbose. And hey, it's Roxy Music. They were so influential and ground-breaking. I gave it a shot.
MM, funny you mention new subscribers. That was one of my ulterior motives for requesting Roxy Music. I felt like I could entice some of RM's huge cult following to subscribe. I'm kicking myself by not asking for something safer like More Than This or Avalon. I almost feel like I did the channel a disservice. On another note, how do you think Tommy Bolin's "Post Toastee" would fare as a request?
@@bonovol C’mon, almost 2k views and 200 comments in less than 24 hrs … and subscribers hit 39k. You gave it more than a shot … that was an injection of human adrenaline (haha, Hunter S. Thompson reference). So, no disservice.
As Cobain said, “Here we are now. Entertain us.” Mission complete. 😜
@@bonovol And as far as requests go, it’s your dime. “Post Toastee” is epic and I’m sure his fans would come out. Tommy is like a hidden gem and had a “deep” resume (James Gang, Deep Purple, Billy Cobham). He opened for Rush and Jeff Beck but died way too young (shortly after Post Toastee, adding to its legendary status). Have fun with whatever you request. Someone told me, “No regrets!” ✨🤪
Roxy is not for the masses, the stuff you say you like , such as SuperTramp are for the masses
Bryan Ferry has a great voice, wait till you listen to "Avalon" and "Out of the Blue" that make more of his vocal talents.
Yes, "Out of the Blue" is an amazing song, that phase shifted (?) flanged electric violin solo by Eddie Jobson at the end is stupendous!
"Both Ends Burning" was the 2nd single (released Dec 1975) from Roxy Music's 5th studio album, "Siren" (released 34 Oct 1975). The 1st single from the album, "Love Is The Drug" (released Oct 1975), reached number 30 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles chart. The album, "Siren," reached number 50 on the Billboard Top 200 album chart. "Love Is The Drug" is considered a KSHE Klassic on KSHE 94.7 FM in St. Louis, MO.
This ^ is why Kevin.
Finally. You have arrived at a Masterpiece = Siren by Roxy Music...Great tune, great reaction. Peace to both of you.
2 songs if you are interested in Roxy Music..."More Than This"... and "Avalon"
I love early Roxy. Always interesting and different. Have been described as glam art rock. They and Bowie were 2 of the trend setters in the U.K. early 70s glam rock scene. Bryan Ferry has a distinct vocal sound and style that of course is not to everyone’s taste. This song is quite straight forward for them. If you want to try some of their more experimental stuff check out ‘In Every Dream Home a Heartache’, ‘A Song For Europe’
The huge single from this album is definitely Love Is The Drug which is where you should have started.
Why just start with a single? "Both Ends Burning" is great.
Oddly for me Love is the Drug is the only Roxy song I don't like.
ROXY FANTASTIC
Good to hear Roxy Music reactions! Love them and love Bryan Ferry as well. Avalon is one of the most perfect albums ever made and one I think you both would enjoy. Bryan Ferry put out quite a few solo albums that were excellent as well. His album Taxi is really good, he does a modern spin on many rock classics. His version of the Fontella Bass classic, Rescue Me, is really inventive, has a kind of lost in space vibe. He also collaborated with the British band, Groove Armada, and released the song Shameless in 2010 which is phenomenal. A real must hear!
Interesting you caught the Spanish/Latin tinge in the guitar playing - the guitarist, Phil Manzanera is half-English and half-Colombian.
I love this album, bought it when it first came out. This and Stranded were always my favourite RM albums. Stand out track for me is ‘Sentimental Fool’ . Btw I believe that is Jerry Hall on the front cover, an old flame of Brian Ferry.
Hey, Michelle Michelle, someone found Jerry Hall!
@@bonovol That’s 10 points for every model you spot and 50 points for knowing about Jerry Hall. Lol. Fun request. Thanks ☺️
Always remember the joke that did the rounds when Jerry left Bryan, "She could never have married Bryan, she would have become JERRY FERRY"
You really need to listen to Roxy's earlier work. They were a heavy influence on the glam-rock era, and David bowie especially. They also influenced the punk era and new wave bands.
I can well understand that someone may find Bryan Ferry's voice a bit strenuous, but I think his voice matches the character of the music well. I have a soft spot for Roxy Music. Other great songs with Roxy are Love Is A Drug, Out Of The Blue, All I Want Is You ...
I like some of their early stuff, "Love Is The Drug" or "Out Of The Blue", but I think you guys would really like the Avalon album. Seriously the whole thing is great.
Yes, they would definitely like Avalon, Flesh & Blood and possibly Manifesto. Big style change
Also, Bryan Ferry's Boys and Girls album, especially "The Chosen One" and "Valentine."
Avalon is a gem.
@@careyvinzant They reacted to it almost a year ago...and seemed to really like it.
This song isn’t a good representation of Roxy Music at all, try Mother of Pearl, 2HB and anything when Eno played with them
"Don't Stop the Dance" and "To Turn You On" will change your mind about the voice, methinks. This is not the best song to start Roxy Music with. These two are better. Roxy were glam rockish, at times, like the David Bs. Brian Eno got his start with them, and was with them when I saw them in Charlotte around '75. He was wearing headgear, makeup and wings. Bryan Ferry is pure class. Watch the video of him singing Don't Stop the Dance, and you will agree. "To Turn You On" is very NYC cool. Their "Royal Scam". Same grand piano. The song today, imho, was not very representative of their best. I didn't much care for it either, entschuldigung.
for me, this song has become one of the highlights of their live shows, especially if you get the dancers!
@@bonovol Loved to have seen them later on. When I saw them, Eno was still with them, and the music was most experimental. I personally think Bryan does some exotic things with his voice, and it's a far cry from all the GD yelling that makes up a lot of music today.
@@MisterWondrous envious that you saw them with Eno. you were truly on the frontline
@@bonovol If Fripp would have popped up, it would have made my decade. Lots of great venues back then. Dark Side of the Moon was at the same smallish intimate venue, about the same time.
This was one of their last innovative songs before they turned into Bryan Ferry’s cabaret band.
Nice to see somebody react to this song. It’s so seldom played and truly underrated. I saw him play this in concert.
Great job you guys!
The only album I know is Avalon. I listened to it a lot and it was a trip because it always sounded different depending on what mood I was in. Sometimes it would sound like new agey jazz or crooner ballads or elevator music or spacey psychedelic. they have a lot going on in their music so it`s good for many repeated listenings.
Fun fact…. The lady on the front cover of this album is Super model from that time Jerry Hall. She was married to Mick Jagger at one point.
From Texas. If I remember correctly.
They were a great and very influential band. I hope you react to 'In Every Dream Home A Heartache' even if you didn't care for this song. This song is not really representative of what they did in the early 70s. They were more in the Art Rock vein and this song is just plain Disco. Thanks for the honest reaction. Bryan Ferry's voice is very strange when you first encounter it.
Yes! "In Every Dream Home A Heartache" is an amazing song! And with Brian Eno's electronic ambience it is doubly more so!
Avalon(1982) is really tasty kind of in the same boat with Gaucho if you get where I’m coming from. I think you guys would melt listening to More Than This or Avalon.
Roxy Music is one of the most influential bands of the 70s, particularly on the New Wave movement (sort of like David Bowie and Talking Heads), and they were quite unique and iconic ... a mix of glam rock and proto-punk, but in their own lane altogether. And Bryan Ferry is generally (and rightfully, in my view) accepted as one of the greatest vocalists of the era. Their music really should be listened to on its own terms, without expectations. If you didn't like this song, you're probably not going to like anything they did before, but perhaps you might get something out of their Manifesto, Flesh and Blood, and especially Avalon albums, which are much more lush and atmospheric, and less raw than their first five releases.
Great point. If you don't like this song, you can certainly skip most of the earlier stuff
Their earlier music was the best. Anything off their live album, Viva, is brilliant.
"Viva" live version of "If There Is Something" is utterly amazing !!!!!!! ..but they would need to hear the studio version first.
I have always loved this song! I bought Siren just for this song (of course, Love is the Drug is another banger). So many good songs on this album. This song actually got quite a bit of radio airplay here in Cleveland, OH, back in the 70s... very nostalgic for me.
Roxy Music are unique as is Bryan Ferry the lead singer welcome to a beautiful rabbit hole !
Bryan Ferry is an acquired taste, like whisky or gin. I like his voice, and I understand those who don't.
Lead singer Bryan Ferry was the Morrissey (The Smiths) of the 1970s. Definitely a unique vocal style. I was a teenager when this came out, and at the time Roxy Music was considered 'art-rock/glam rock', much like David Bowie, (early) Brian Eno, T-Rex. That's the great Phil Manzanera on guitar. Check out the album '801 Live' (November 1976). It's an excellent live rock/jazz fusion album that features both Phil Manzanera and Brian Eno.
There are some great live versions of this song on RUclips.
Wow! I listen to 801 live every week..love that album so much whole thing is amazing and the drummer at 17 on this mind blowing. Love your Comment Steve..their are others like me out there! First herd this when my uncle baby sat my sister and I in the 70's I was 8 and just loved it and still do.
For Your Pleasure is Morrissey's favourite album too, reckons it's "perfect".
Comparing morrisey to Bryan ferry is like comparing Harry styles to john lennon!
@@dougreed2257 Not really ..but I feel for you man.
Ouch. I flew a little too close to the sun with this one. The comments are correct; Bryan Ferry's vocals take some getting used to. If you listened to "Avalon" or "More Than This," I think you would like those vocals a little better. Those songs are from the polished RM era I'm partial to the earlier Roxy because that's basically where Brian Eno got his start. Plus, the songs were raw and the instrumentals were ground-breaking. Lots of artists point to RM as a major influence. So, I'm 2 for 3 on requests. I will dust myself off, and I will be back in June to seek redemption. Thanks for your honest reaction. I would never want you to sugarcoat your opinions. Love the two of you! #battlescar+ #ageofconsent+ #bothendsburning-
Hey don't feel too bad. I'm into the heavier stuff, but odd stuff _as well,_ and some stuff people would never guess I'm into. Meshuggah brought out the nasties :P Soime of us "hear" things that others can't. But its like OUR music that we share with like-minded people. Or we take a chance that others will like it, I don't like to "Play it Safe", music is supposed to surprise and challenge, but hopefully people can enjoy it for what it is. WE just have a WIDER variety of music to enjoy :). . . . . but, Roxy will have to grow on me the more I get into their deeper cuts.
Roxy Music. WOW. Now that is a rabbit hole. Listen closely to your comments. They will tell you where to go from here. Bryan Ferry great front man. Please listen to " out of the blue". Then make a decision.
Hi Guys...Well I discovered Roxy Music from a mate who got an album for his birthday and played it when I was at his house. I was 17. This group has so many levels...They did pop records riding high in the singles charts. They did incredible prog album tracks. Their music ever changing [ like Bowie ] and Brian Ferry on vocals ..like Geddy Lee was a warbler but as the years passed his voice became as smooth as milk chocolate just as Geddy's also changed. You heard a pop song they released as a single.....Genesis did pop songs but as you now know, it's their albums that really mattered. Brian Ferry solo albums are completely different again. Love songs with wonderful crisp sounds from brilliant musicians with smooth jazz to make you melt into the sofa. Roxy Music cannot be put into one category. With Eno on synth on early albums creating psychedelic sounds and saxophone playing to blow your mind added with the incredible guitar solos of Phil Manzanera ...you have this intoxicating blend of music....& stiil unsure ? ...Steven Wilson remixed their first album and we are waiting with bated breath for him to do their second ! ..Yes Steven Wilson ! ...ok; here goes .. I heard a track from their 1st album "If There Is Something" and I hated the vocals by Ferry ... I nearly stopped the track, it was awful....but it developed into this incredible track and Ferry's vocals at the end are stunning ! It has a sax solo so stunning with a keyboard backing you will be totally hooked....but that beginning for me was so bad....Years later ....I love every moment !!! The track is featured in a movie called "Flashback of a Fool" ...brilliant clip on u.tube from two teenagers who love Roxy Music and the guy dressed like Eno. Ok ...sorry, didn't mean to write so much. Don't give up on Roxy Music. There is so much "More Than This" Byeee X
While I agree that this might not be the best intro to Roxy Music (it sort of falls between the two stools of their earlier, experimental stuff and their later, smoother sound), I still love this song. It has a sort of faded grandeur, and the chord changes are *lush* in the verse. Bryan Ferry's voice is absolutely an acquired taste, although I truly believe you might come to enjoy it, and the band. A good one to start with would be Do The Strand, which is catchier and wittier.
"More Than This" and "Avalone" are also very good.
The Bowie comparison is a good one. They were a unique combination of funk/prog/pop/glam. They have some great stuff and it's where Brain Eno got his start. You might like the song "Out of the Blue". I'd recommend guitarist's Phil Manzanara's project 801 Live.
Just do “Editions of You” from the excellent For Your Pleasure album. That should convert you.
I think "Editions of You" is a track everyone on the planet should hear at least once in their life, it IS that good!!
Editions of You is brilliant!
When I first heard Roxy Music as a young teen I, too, was put off by the vocals, thinking them quite strange. Then, in college, some friends played some Roxy in their band and I started to listen more and grew to really like them a lot. I really liked the greatest hits album that I had, as well as Siren and Manifesto. If you saw Sofia Coppola's film Lost in Translation with Scarlett Johansson and Bill Murray, (loved it!), Roxy's "More Than This" is the karaoke song Bill sings. It's from Avalon, which I and others think you'd like. Try some more when you feel like it! They influenced many musicians that you are into!! ❤️🎵❤️
There ARE good Roxy Music/Brian Ferry songs!! As Kate Bush says “ Don’t Give up!” 😬
'Love is the Drug' was probably a more accessible song to try first. 'Out of the Blue' is another good one from their earlier catalog that is definitely more accessible.
Frankly, I find that "Both Ends Burning" is very conventional and accessible (even too much). "Out of the Blue" has a more elaborate arrangement and a more refined atmosphere even if the track is nothing extraordinary in itself.
Maybe to you, but a good indicator of accessibility is what’s on RM Greatest Hits and this ain’t one of them.
🥰 The transitions on this Album flow together like a Pink Floyd Album. ☺ I adore Byan Ferry! Great guy! 😊🐰
I loved playing this on an open road especially on my way back to my lover. Yeah his voice is perfect with their Glam Punk Disco Fusion. Roxy were a bit of everything. But definitely a part the Bowie (and later The Talking Heads) Family. Eno was a huge part of their sound as well as him having played with/ produced all the above mentioned. Listen to more because Roxy Music has so many more moods. The lyrics are great here and it didnt get a lot of radio play. Their big Hit was Love is the Drug. You all have to hear more.
One of my favorite albums of all time is Avalon by Roxy Music….it’s a very chill vibe however…..and his voice fits wonderfully in a slower, chill groove.
Phil Spector laid the foundation and Roxy took it to the next level with the wall-of-sound.
Plus (apart from him being the coolest dude who ever lived), Bryan's vocals were like no other and an acquired taste (but once you get it... you GET it).
First choice should have been their first hit, "Virginia Plain".
I’m guessing you probably have heard Roxy Music somewhere (Bryan Ferry in particular) and didn’t realize it. “Love Is A Drug,” “Avalon,” “More Than This,” “The Main Thing” … large catalog. Avalon (album) was their biggest (and last), definitely a playlist keeper.
Ferry sometimes is referred to as the “James Bond of rock,” smooth, svelte, dripping with charm (onscreen).
Both Ends Burning on the live album "Viva Roxy" is totally mind blowing!! Give Roxy's live versions a listen.
You don't like Bryan Ferry's voice? Bwahahahahaha. Maybe he would be better with autotune? His Voice was real and the faults in it is what makes it so amazing. If you hear others cover any Roxy song you will realise how amazing Bryan Ferry is.
Just for the record, Disco started (commercially) at least 4-5 years before this album was released.
It’s Glam. I don’t think this is the song I would have chosen for someone’s first experience of Roxy Music. The hit song from this album, Love Is The Drug might have worked better as a 1St listen, but I probably would pick something from Manifesto like Dance Away or Flesh And Blood like the title tune or Over You. And, of course any of the hits off Avalon (think Steely Danish) I think you both would love and be surprised at the changes in Bryan Ferry’s singing style over those three albums.
Finally, best band of the seventies (for me . . . today . . . at this hour). Funny you're doing this one before Love Is The Drug, which was their big hit. This is the band that Eno started out in. He was on their first two albums, which were brilliant, and then left for his own solo career. The next three albums that followed are the band's best in my opinion and form a great trilogy, triptych, trinity, whatever. Stranded, Country Life, and Siren. Mother of Pearl off the Stranded album is a great song that you should react to. And their main feature IS Bryan Ferry's voice. He was a precursor to many new wave bands singing styles like The Cars and Talking Heads, kind of like a space age Elvis with an almost French accent. People loooooove his voice, especially when you get to the song Avalon. Check it out. (this song without Ferry's voice would be ridiculous) Roxy Music had a strictly cult following in the 70s. They only became more mainstream in the 80s. You don't know what the band is about yet.
Honestly, I thought they maybe they would have heard Love is the Drug.
Sorry Lex but Ferry’s vocal is a key part of the Roxy sound delve deeper into the back catalogue! Roxy were early art school glam rockers in the UK and difficult to categorise for some ; for my part I try hard to avoid genre labelling. Listen to Stranded especially ‘a song for Europe’ or anything that involved Eno (although he actually left before Stranded). Roxy were innovators!!! This track is ok but was a concert finale and not the best track to introduce you to Roxy they were so far ahead of the curve in 1971! There was nobody else like them at the time. Context is everything. Regards Denis.
John Wetton, from King Crimson and ASIA, plays on this album.
Roxy Music are so briliant. You should perhaps check their album Avalon or Flesh and blood, who are more accessible, you should love. Lots of hits you should know without knowing it's from them.
Bryan Ferry is an exceptional vocalist, but also quite expressive, which is why you get the sort of absent garde performances from him.
Love all Roxy Music.Music and know Bryan Ferry has an amazing voice and most women swoon over him..He has so many famous musicians in his band Bran Eno Robert Fripp all experimental and played with Bowie King Crimson , Phill Manzanzera Chek out Listen now by him..you'd think it was written last week even thou it's from the 70's amazing stuff.
Voice = Iconic
Try Slave to Love by Bryan Ferry. Amazing vocals. Bowie wanted to be Bryan Ferry.
Bryan Ferry's voice takes awhile to get used to. But they have a large catalog to choose from. But they have a great guitarist and sax/oboe player. Bass players come and go.
Loved Roxy Music: they had three distinct phases of their career: started off with art-rock with a hint of prog. Then they mellowed slightly, incorporating disco and even country, and then mellowing further into MOR. Excellent musicianship throughout their existence. Bryan Ferry’s vocals are unusual but Roxy wouldn’t have been Roxy without him! Try something from their debut album Roxy Music or For Your Pleasure for a change of pace!
Bryan Ferry's vocals can be...off putting, no doubt, as can be a good deal of Roxy Music's music. That said, this particular song isn't my favorite off this album, there are better ones. Their first 5 albums can be a challenging listen. But with their final 3 albums they went with a more mainstream rock/pop sound. If you listened to songs like Dance away or More than this, you would think you're hearing a different band.
They were a very big influence on UK bands from the 80s
Agreed. Early RM and later RM could be considered two different bands
Nick, there's a 'U.K.' connection with this band. Eddie Jobson is on a few albums as he replaced Brian Eno.
I was reminded of that looking at a album a few weeks ago. I had completely forgot he was part of the band.
Really? Bryan Ferry has a fantastic voice.
Bass line is brilliant, but Roxy always had great bass players. 'Siren' - first album I ever bought!
If they had a different vocalist…….whoa.
it was the sound of the late 70s!
First 2 LPs werd ground breaking and better when Eno vzas in the band. Eno also produced Talking Heads, and Bush of Ghosts.
Roxy was a common term fOr a ance hall jn UK.
You are listening to greatness. You two would not know great music if it ran you over in a car ARE YOU KIDDING ME DIFFERENT SINGER GOD BLESS YOU TWO WILL NOT LOOK AT YOUR CHANNEL AGAIN.
Only just discovered your channel, particularly interested in your prog rock reactions. I can't find any Tangerine Dream, which surprised me. May I recommend Tangram Part 1 as a good place to start?
New Wave begins here.
That whole album is excellent.
Back in the day, David Bowie said Roxy Music were the only interesting band in England.
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