"This content is culturally significant. Posting it on RUclips will ensure that future generations will have access to it and appreciate it. Thank you for sharing it." I would like to hear more.
it is always interesting to know the way you worked with Alvin and of course Chick and Ric, the approaching you had as a band when composing some particular song!
50,000 Miles Beneath My Brain breaks my heart every time I hear it... it's so beautiful.. but your version of Good Morning Little School Girl really gets my blood pumping. A little story on either would be awesome.
@@LeoLyonsMusician Gosh, Leo, thank YOU. Your playing has always been so very energized, exciting and so accomplished, and I'm hardy the first to note that. But these recent videos of yours show, even more important, an engaged, articulate & wizened true gentleman. Thanks for making our lives better.
Leo Lyons is a global treasure. I don't think I've ever been so gobsmacked as I was by Mr. Lyons' warm, soft-spoken demeanor and then full beast mode in the upbeat. Absolutely captivating and joyful. Thank you, sir, for your continued contributions and generosity. Most kind regards, Anthony LeBlanc
Been a big fan of TYA since the 60's. You are my fave Bass player and Alvin's my fave guitarist. Saw you twice in Winnipeg, Canada, 71 & 72. To see you do this is so great, thanks for all the music.
I just turned 16 years old and i’ve listened to ten years after about 3 years now I got really into you guys about α year ago when my grandpa started telling me bands he used to listen to and how he listen to Shhh! with his basketball team to get warmed up in the early 70s. Ever sense then i’ve been learned many of you guys songs and been getting my buddy who i’ve been teaching bass to learn them as well for hopefully some day us to peform, really appreciate your guys music that has stayed alive all these generations!
Mr Leo Lyon, seeing how Still plays his bass without losing a note, it takes You Back to the beginning of the 70s Mr Leo Lyon must feel nostalgic for playing that song when he remembers the voice and sound of the great guitarist Alvin Lee I wish him to continúe with health Rock and Blues for Life ✌️ 🎸🎸🥁🎹
Sir, to me you always were the best of the best. I watch you on RUclips all the time in amazement. You and Alvin were match made in heaven. Perfect combination...
I was six years of age when I first heard this song on the radio, even at the mere age of six I was hooked by the amount of passion and energy in your song "I'd Love To Change The Word". I'm pushing 60 now and I credit Alvin Lee, yourself and the remaining musicians who formed your band Ten Years After for recording such a wonderful, powerful and yet melodic song for turning me on to music, it's something that I've always looked to for inspiration. With the internet and sites like RUclips I can now go back and watch so many excellent bands in concert. Recently I watched an entire Ten Years After Concert at the Fillmore and was just blown away by the passion your band had for playing live. I mean Alvin Lee was just unbelievable in the way he has a command over his red gibson 335, but I got to tell you I just loved the way he came over to one Leo Lyons playing bass like nobody's business, played along a bit while clearly approving of the incredible amount of energy and tempo you were rolling along your bass line with. Alvin was ripping it up and he knew Leo Lyons was doing the same. I've been to literally hundreds of rock concerts, that was my thing for nearly three decades, and I can't recall any band performing with more intensity and sonic goodness than Ten Years After in concert at Winterland circa 1975. Thanks Leo, you still sound great, I appreciate your music and good nature.
@@ictengineer738 No that was not me. The bass player was Larry(The Mole) Taylor. He was a good friend of mine who sadly passed away a few years ago. Regards Leo
Standing at the Station 50,000 Miles Beneath My Brain Good Morning Little Schoolgirl I really started listening to TYA in 1971 at age 13. My brother is 12 years younger than me. When I was 18, and he was 6, my mother told him the lyrics to Good Morning Little Schoolgirl were “I wanna play ball with you”
Leo, thanks for a lifetime of incredible music. I head this song in 71’ visiting a stereo and record store outside Chicago and thought it was the best rock song ever recorded. Still think that today. All the best!
Thank you so much Mr. Lyons for all your input in Ten Years After - my favorite British band alongside Led Zeppelin. I listen to your music on daily basis, really enjoy it
Leo Lyons... One of the most exciting balls to the wall bass players ive ever heard.. Real real classy... Hes got it all and makes me want to be a better player... Long May You Run...
@@LeoLyonsMusician I know this is a real long shot but i have to ask. Im a massive fan and i absoloutely love Ten Years After but as a bass player its you that always just blew my brain. Ive always been drawn to music that was from the 60"s and 70's even though i wasnt born until 1970 myself. You... Jack Bruce.. John Entwistle have been a massive inspiration to me... ANYWAY.. getting to the point... Is their anyway of getting my vinyl copy of Cricklewood Green signed by you if i sent it and paid the return postage? It would take pride of place next to my Steve Marriott signed Small Faces album and would be much treasured. Its a wonderful thing music whether playing or listening and nothing makes me feel so good. Even if its not possible for you to do this i just want to thank you for the absoloute joy and inspiration you have given me for many years and also for taking tbe time to reply which has made my year. Ill leave my email below just in case their is anywhere i can send my album. Take Care Leo... Darren bassfunkjunky@hotmail.com
HI Darren, Thanks for the kind words. I'd be pleased to sign your Album. You can send it to Leo Lyons, C/O Music Box, Unit 7, Tollgate Close, Cardiff, CF11 8TN. Good luck with your music. Regards Leo
Your as cute as in1970. I remember going home from Michigan State University, fall of 1971, a girl I gave a ride to near Detroit, heard your song on the car radio, and she turned it up and got super excited about the song. I didn't have to, just hearing it brings good vibes to my whole body!
One of my favorite TYA songs. I bought the album while I was in the Army in 71 .. love the bass lines in “Let the Sky Fall” too Leo. That album had some great songs “Once there was a Time” “Baby Won’t You Let Me” “One these Days” .. great music
Dear Mr. Lyons I just found your channel and I love listening to your memories and stories and of course your music I love Ten Years After music I wished I was old enough to been at Woodstock you sir rock I've watched your video of the Woodstock over and over of your performance and was in awe there is a lot of young people finding your music and loving it I got my daughter to listen to your music and she loved it and when I informed her of when it was made she was shocked as always stay well thank you very much.
Gday Leon, you are a legend and we over here in Australia have been listening to TYA since we were first lucky enough to first hear your albums back in the day,cheers
The song has a great mood/feel. Every part works. Singing is great, even the phasing of the vocal on the chorus is spot on. Alvin's guitar work is gorgeous and the tone matches the song. When you only have one guitarist, the bass player had better be good, and Leo is superb here too. It's a timeless track as so many have commented. I wonder what Leo thinks of Jetta's version?
@@LeoLyonsMusician Wow! Thanks for the reply. Most people of your stature don't ever reply to us. In my list of musicians I have actually put you and John Paul Jones along with Timothy B in the running for the top three spots leaving two open spots for the undecided. As an avid fan of TYA I was deeply saddened by the passing of Alvin. My deepest condolences to you and yours for sure though it be a little late. On another note I was wondering if you ever had a chance to play with John Bonham or Keith Moon the greatest drummers of all time, Tied for the number one spot for drummers. Thanks again and I'll be watching more of your vids now that I found you here. Have a great new year!
I've just discovered your channel, thank you very much for sharing your stories and this wonderful bass video of one of my all-time favorite songs! I love the happiness on your face all through the song. Greetings from Mexico!
I grew up to old hits, I was about 5 or 6 sweeping the floors of my father's machine shop n I helped my godfather around the shop after school when my homework was done, I'd sit down there air guitaring with broom sticks acting like a maniac when I heard this song still do to this day n I'm 23 now, music is such a gift without it I wouldn't be where I am today n wouldnt have these killer memories 🤟😎
Excellent! It's great to see you smiling as you're playing the really fast stuff. My wife and I watched and said that you're one of the guys who make it look easy. :)
Great playing, love your technique, thanks for taking the time to share this! Love the way you completely take both hands off your bass to let that open E just ring without being hindered by your hands on the bass:) I think that might be the first time I've seen a player consistently do that throughout a song. Big fan through the years between TYA, Badfinger, and Dave Mason! Really enjoyed watching this Leo!
So cool. I will listen to any histrorical tidbits you might post about your time with TYA. Thanks for your part in the creation of this album, of which was a big part of my life as teen in the '70s
Hello, Leo. Lovely playing, I have always loved. I remember hearing "Spoonful," "Stoned Woman," and "Good Morning Little School Girl" by you guys on the radio when I was 8-12 in the late 90s, early 00's! I loved those songs the best! :D Then I was shocked when I saw you and Alvin at Woodstock because you know...I was there! -Chelcie
Leo Lyons, I followed the group Ten Years After since 1968 ,I' am a fan , I hope this memory is an inspiration to continúe with the legacy of the great Alvin and his Drummer 🎸🎸🥁
Good stuff Leo! Good to see you still have it. I was a big fan of TYA in the 1970's here in Australia. Also liked that that "Pure Blues" album Alvin released.
I was born 18 years after this song was released. Heard it for the first time last night in S8E18 of NBC's The Blacklist, *REALLY* loved the bassline, wanted to check a bass cover, and found your video completely missing the point that you actually *were* Ten Years After's bassist! I'm blown away. Thank you, Leo!
@@LeoLyonsMusician I'm hoping you are touring the USA. I'll check the schedule. Hoping you get near Denver Colorado as I live within 4 hours. Would certainly make that trip. Glad to hear.
@@OmniGuy It would be great to tour the States but you should know that I don't play with the band called Ten Years After anymore. That's just the drummer Ric lee and keyboard player Chick Churchill. I have my own band Hundred Seventy Split. Maybe we'll make it over one day.
@@LeoLyonsMusician Yes. I know that. You even explained to me once, where the name came from. I'll keep looking at your schedules. Hope you can make it someday.
Very cool to be able to see and hear the bass! I always wondered why this was never in the live sets. I figured it was because there was an acoustic playing all the rhythm stuff plus all the fills on the electric and Alvin was the only guitar player. Such a great song, and from a great album as well. 'A Space In Time' and 'Rock And Roll Music To The World' have always been my two favorites from Ten Years After, along with the Recorded Live album. Many great memories of listening to TYA over the years.
Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed it. My new band Hundred Seventy Split play the song live. Guitarist Joe Gooch changes from acoustic to electric for the electric solo and the back part of the song. Regards Leo
@@LeoLyonsMusician I checked out a video of your band doing 'Love Like A Man', sounded great. It looks like you're playing over in Europe right now, any plans on coming over to the states? I'm just outside of Detroit, saw TYA play at Cobo Hall in Detroit in 74 and 75. I think the 74 show was my second concert ever, I was 13 at the time.
Leo: Interesting. I noticed on this that as the bass part becomes more complex, the smile on your face gets bigger! You are clearly in your element. In any event, I've been watching your clips and really enjoying them. Keep it up! TLH
Great to see you've still got it Leo. I saw you in Wimborne Minster a few years ago and I don't think I've ever seen anyone look so happy when they play. You've been my favourite bass player for over 50 years now, the only person I've seen live who comes close was Larry Taylor of Canned Heat when they toured the UK in about '69/70.
This song got me into music. I remember hearing this song as a youngster, probably 25 years ago, and immediately felt that I had to learn to play it. I bought a guitar and practiced the intro for months. Since then I've played in many bands and made a living from music for a few years. It's great to hear and see these basslines being played. The basslines during the solo give me goosebumps, this sure is bass at its best! Just amazing, what a masterpiece. So grateful for this song.
@@LeoLyonsMusician Alvin's passing was a sad day, he had a great voice. Your generation had some great players!!! I think you and Cream stand out. I'm Sixty Nine now so lucky to have seen you play.
Leo ! I love hearing you blast. Man , the smile that came over you during your bass flurries made me feel almost the same. My cousin enlightened me w/TYA in the wee 70's . I was about 11 in '72 . He said "you got to hear the guitar" . It was Home from Woodstock. I don't remember what came first . the album(s-3) or the movie . But Goin' Home was the lick. Then I saw the movie and saw your energy. Yeah-hee! Bad Ass! You made the band too. A while back I listened to you description of you experience at Woodstock '69. When you mentioned your friend Joe C. I saw you loved him . I do too. And I love you.thank you . soon.
@@LeoLyonsMusician """You made my morning . I'm gassed. Mr.Lyons I remember this tune from the day. I'm surprised Mr. Lee wasn't happy I guess w/ the circumstance? You guys Rocked it . I regard that tune as a Ballad , An Anthem but first , it is Rock. Bro ... my girlfriend is going to come apart . She will need/want to say something to you. I see you still have the 'instrument' . It isn't a Fender ? I was trying to read it , or am I confused ? Wow. So much ..
@@ASTOUNDEDatSTUPID Hi Alex. Thanks for watching. I do still have my originalFender Bass but the one in the video is a Tribute bass made for me by The Bass Centre London. It's an exact copy of my original.
@@LeoLyonsMusician Mr L. I may be unaware. The original should be at the hall w/transferred to video of the "Woodstock" performance . In fact , aren't YOU why it's called "performing" HA!
Hey Leo! It's great to see you rock out over this! My 60's psych rock band called Starlight Tropics is going to be covering this soon and this is a great video to learn from! Honored to learn from your bass playing! ~Lydia
Would had been fun to have heard the lead bass solo on Good Morning Little school girl on the Recorded Live album from back in 1974. That is my all time fav bass solo ever recorded along side guitar solo. Would also want to hear the story behind you and the Ten years after drummer keyboardist, How the band formed. Thanks for still being around to showing us still learning our instrument how to riff away. Along side jack Bruce and Billy Cox you are number 1 in my inspiration to learning base guitar.
@@LeoLyonsMusicianHi Leo I'm looking forward to that. Would also been cool to have seen how you've played ''You Can't Win Them All'' baseline. I wished you played that track live. Its a good track very underrated.
Thanks for the kind words but please don't burn your basses. Every other day I get frustrated at not being able to play something I hear others play. The fun is working at your own pace and improving gradually to your goal. It's all fun. Regards Leo
Love the sound of the Rickenbacker on the track -Thanks for doing the RUclips channel. I was blown away by TYA a basically listened to the tapes until they wouldn’t work anymore through the early 70s. Blown away by the bass, the guitar, vocals, lyrics and the drums. I just really dug the sound. Well done!.
@@LeoLyonsMusician could you give me some advise on getting better at bass thank you so much for responding to me it means the world to me your my inspiration for playing bass❤️
@@blakebennett8584 Hi Blake. That's a difficult one to answer in an e.mail. The simple answer is to practice your scales and listen to records and play with other people if you can.. The bonus these days is that there are so many RUclips videos teaching bass and not all charge money, . Watch, pick up runs and practice till you get them off slick. I'd suggest using a drum loop or a metronome to keep in time. Play with other people if you can. Hope this helps. There's a video my site called 'something like " Playing bass. Just go for it'. It might help. Good luck Leo
"This content is culturally significant. Posting it on RUclips will ensure that future generations will have access to it and appreciate it. Thank you for sharing it." I would like to hear more.
Hi Brian. Thanks for watching. Much appreciated. I'll do some more posts.Regards Leo,
If you'd like to hear some more song stories please let me know.
it is always interesting to know the way you worked with Alvin and of course Chick and Ric, the approaching you had as a band when composing some particular song!
Glad you liked it.
50,000 Miles Beneath My Brain breaks my heart every time I hear it... it's so beautiful.. but your version of Good Morning Little School Girl really gets my blood pumping. A little story on either would be awesome.
@@blackcatsandpoppies Hi Susan. I'll see what I can do.
@@nickyfont347 I'll try and do that Nicky
During the upbeat, middle section -- when Leo's wailing -- his face is the picture of happiness. Priceless.
Thanks for watching Jim. Regards Leo.
@@LeoLyonsMusician Gosh, Leo, thank YOU. Your playing has always been so very energized, exciting and so accomplished, and I'm hardy the first to note that. But these recent videos of yours show, even more important, an engaged, articulate & wizened true gentleman. Thanks for making our lives better.
@@jimpettegrew1913 Thank you Jim.
Leo Lyons is a global treasure. I don't think I've ever been so gobsmacked as I was by Mr. Lyons' warm, soft-spoken demeanor and then full beast mode in the upbeat. Absolutely captivating and joyful. Thank you, sir, for your continued contributions and generosity.
Most kind regards,
Anthony LeBlanc
Thanks for the kind words and for visiting my channel. Regards Leo
Out of this world bass playing. Such a thing of beauty watching Leo play live.
Thanks for the compliment Paul. Much appreciated.
Been a big fan of TYA since the 60's. You are my fave Bass player and Alvin's my fave guitarist. Saw you twice in Winnipeg, Canada, 71 & 72. To see you do this is so great, thanks for all the music.
Thank you Glenn.
My heart ❤ is filled with joy watching you perform this.
Thank you
Great
You were always so much fun to watch, Leo! Your love of Music shines so brightly. Be well sir ❤
Thanks for the kind words. Yes. I certainly enjoy music. Regards Leo
This is what I used to listen to during my childhood. I am 25, but I know exactly what my children will also listen to. You are a goddamn legend sir!
Hi Paulo. Thanks for watching and for the kind words. Regards Leo
I just turned 16 years old and i’ve listened to ten years after about 3 years now I got really into you guys about α year ago when my grandpa started telling me bands he used to listen to and how he listen to Shhh! with his basketball team to get warmed up in the early 70s. Ever sense then i’ve been learned many of you guys songs and been getting my buddy who i’ve been teaching bass to learn them as well for hopefully some day us to peform, really appreciate your guys music that has stayed alive all these generations!
Hi xsmokey5097. Thanks for your story and kind words.
Much appreciated. Regards Leo
Mr Leo Lyon, seeing how Still plays his bass without losing a note, it takes You Back to the beginning of the 70s Mr Leo Lyon must feel nostalgic for playing that song when he remembers the voice and sound of the great guitarist Alvin Lee I wish him to continúe with health Rock and Blues for Life ✌️ 🎸🎸🥁🎹
Thanks for watching and for the kind words. Regards Leo
Sir, to me you always were the best of the best. I watch you on RUclips all the time in amazement.
You and Alvin were match made in heaven. Perfect combination...
Thank you so much 😀Regards Leo
I was six years of age when I first heard this song on the radio, even at the mere age of six I was hooked by the amount of passion and energy in your song "I'd Love To Change The Word". I'm pushing 60 now and I credit Alvin Lee, yourself and the remaining musicians who formed your band Ten Years After for recording such a wonderful, powerful and yet melodic song for turning me on to music, it's something that I've always looked to for inspiration. With the internet and sites like RUclips I can now go back and watch so many excellent bands in concert. Recently I watched an entire Ten Years After Concert at the Fillmore and was just blown away by the passion your band had for playing live. I mean Alvin Lee was just unbelievable in the way he has a command over his red gibson 335, but I got to tell you I just loved the way he came over to one Leo Lyons playing bass like nobody's business, played along a bit while clearly approving of the incredible amount of energy and tempo you were rolling along your bass line with. Alvin was ripping it up and he knew Leo Lyons was doing the same. I've been to literally hundreds of rock concerts, that was my thing for nearly three decades, and I can't recall any band performing with more intensity and sonic goodness than Ten Years After in concert at Winterland circa 1975.
Thanks Leo, you still sound great, I appreciate your music and good nature.
Thanks for the kind words. So pleased to hear you enjoyed the music. Regards Leo
@LeoLyonsMusician I was just watching "Canned Heat" playing "On The Road Again" at Woodstock, was that you playing bass guitar with them?
@@ictengineer738 No that was not me. The bass player was Larry(The Mole) Taylor.
He was a good friend of mine who sadly passed away a few years ago.
Regards Leo
Standing at the Station
50,000 Miles Beneath My Brain
Good Morning Little Schoolgirl
I really started listening to TYA in 1971 at age 13.
My brother is 12 years younger than me.
When I was 18, and he was 6, my mother told him the lyrics to Good Morning Little Schoolgirl were
“I wanna play ball with you”
Hi Mike. Your mother sounds cool.Schoolgirl lyrics don't work these days.
Oh what a memories.
It is amazing to see you playing that.
Long live to my TYA records.
Love you.
Hi Danilo. Thanks for the kind words and for watching the video. Regards Leo
Leo, thanks for a lifetime of incredible music. I head this song in 71’ visiting a stereo and record store outside Chicago and thought it was the best rock song ever recorded. Still think that today. All the best!
Hi John. Thanks for listening.
and seeing the smile as your playing that tune is great to see the love for it has never left you!!!!!
Thanks Shane. Yes. I still love playing music.
Thank you so much Mr. Lyons for all your input in Ten Years After - my favorite British band alongside Led Zeppelin. I listen to your music on daily basis, really enjoy it
Thanks for the kind words and for watching my videos.Much appreciated. Regards Leo
When I played bass...my influences were Leo and Jack Bruce. A super hug from Brazil ♥😎🎸
Thanks for subscribing Jimi and for the kind words.
I saw TYA in the late '70's in Dallas, TX wonderful show
Thank Michael. I remember the show well. I believe Billy Gibbons called in to see us.
Leo Lyons... One of the most exciting balls to the wall bass players ive ever heard.. Real real classy... Hes got it all and makes me want to be a better player... Long May You Run...
Thanks for the kind words Darren. Enjoy your music. Regards Leo
@@LeoLyonsMusician I know this is a real long shot but i have to ask. Im a massive fan and i absoloutely love Ten Years After but as a bass player its you that always just blew my brain. Ive always been drawn to music that was from the 60"s and 70's even though i wasnt born until 1970 myself. You... Jack Bruce.. John Entwistle have been a massive inspiration to me... ANYWAY.. getting to the point... Is their anyway of getting my vinyl copy of Cricklewood Green signed by you if i sent it and paid the return postage? It would take pride of place next to my Steve Marriott signed Small Faces album and would be much treasured. Its a wonderful thing music whether playing or listening and nothing makes me feel so good. Even if its not possible for you to do this i just want to thank you for the absoloute joy and inspiration you have given me for many years and also for taking tbe time to reply which has made my year. Ill leave my email below just in case their is anywhere i can send my album. Take Care Leo...
Darren
bassfunkjunky@hotmail.com
HI Darren, Thanks for the kind words. I'd be pleased to sign your Album. You can send it to Leo Lyons, C/O Music Box, Unit 7, Tollgate Close, Cardiff, CF11 8TN. Good luck with your music. Regards Leo
So fantastic that I can log on to RUclips and see this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A thousand thank yous!!!!!!!
Thanks for watching James.
Your as cute as in1970. I remember going home from Michigan State University, fall of 1971, a girl I gave a ride to near Detroit, heard your song on the car radio, and she turned it up and got super excited about the song. I didn't have to, just hearing it brings good vibes to my whole body!
Thanks for the kind words. Much appreciated. Regards Leo
One of my favorite TYA songs. I bought the album while I was in the Army in 71 .. love the bass lines in “Let the Sky Fall” too Leo. That album had some great songs “Once there was a Time” “Baby Won’t You Let Me” “One these Days” .. great music
H Steve. Thanks for watching. You've prompted me to re-listen to the album. Regards Leo
Thank you Thank you Thank you. The Video is fantastic. Love hearing and seeing you play it. And your stories are always wonderful.
Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed it. Regards Leo
Dear Mr. Lyons I just found your channel and I love listening to your memories and stories and of course your music I love Ten Years After music I wished I was old enough to been at Woodstock you sir rock I've watched your video of the Woodstock over and over of your performance and was in awe there is a lot of young people finding your music and loving it I got my daughter to listen to your music and she loved it and when I informed her of when it was made she was shocked as always stay well thank you very much.
Hi Bo. Thanks for the kind words , for visiting my channel and for sharing the music with your daughter. Regards Leo.
Leo you and Jack Bruce are the best ever that the world will witness love you guys
Thanks for the kind words Johnny.
Love watching Mr. Leo Lyons Woodstock Performance….
Thanks Ronny. Much appreciated.
If that song doesn't say it all ! Listen to the message - GOD BLESS LEO LYONS !
Hi Joe. Thanks for the kind words and for watching the video. Regards Leo
I'm 38 and always have goosebumps and chill on my spine when I hear this tune! Thanks for your music and greetings from Brazil!
Thanks for listening. All the best to you too. I loved playing in Brazil many years ago. Regards Leo
You are amazing Leo, just still amazing after all these years!!
Thanks for the kind words. Regards Leo
Gday Leon, you are a legend and we over here in Australia have been listening to TYA since we were first lucky enough to first hear your albums back in the day,cheers
Hi Shane. Thanks for the kind words and for watching. One day I hope we can make it to Australia,
I saw Ten Years After three times in the Bay Area and was just blown away at your playing. Thank you.
Thanks for the compliment Douglas and thanks for watching.
Brilliant! Thank you so much for this ... I feel privileged to see you play this classic up close and personal. Much love. ✌
Thanks for the kind words. My pleasure. Regards Leo
Always ready for some more stories about TYA. Thanx
I'll keep em coming John.
Leo we were playing this song on guitar this morning and reminiscing about you and TYA. Thanks for this great video.
Hi Bill. Thanks for watching. Enjoy your music. Regards Leo
Got to see TYA at Winterland back in '75. Slade opened. Killer concert.
I remember it well Bob. Thanks for watching.
Hello Leo! Im a bass player from Argentina , thanks man for your music , It is a caress to the soul!
My pleasure!. Thanks for the kind words. Good luck with your music. Regards Leo
Wow Leo that was way cool bass playing. Thank you! Amazing song!!!
Hi Robert. Thanks for watching and for the kind words. Regards Leo
Just loved this ---and love YOU, Leo! When my mom was going through chemo back in the mid 80's she would listen to 10YA and Hendrix to get through it.
Thanks for the kind words Karen. Regards Leo
The song has a great mood/feel. Every part works. Singing is great, even the phasing of the vocal on the chorus is spot on. Alvin's guitar work is gorgeous and the tone matches the song. When you only have one guitarist, the bass player had better be good, and Leo is superb here too. It's a timeless track as so many have commented. I wonder what Leo thinks of Jetta's version?
Thanks for the kind words.Re Jetta's version of the song. I'm not really into electronic music but I can see it used in a movie.Regards Leo
Simply one of the top five bass players of all time. Thanks for the vid
Thanks for watching and for the kind words.
@@LeoLyonsMusician Wow! Thanks for the reply. Most people of your stature don't ever reply to us. In my list of musicians I have actually put you and John Paul Jones along with Timothy B in the running for the top three spots leaving two open spots for the undecided. As an avid fan of TYA I was deeply saddened by the passing of Alvin. My deepest condolences to you and yours for sure though it be a little late.
On another note I was wondering if you ever had a chance to play with John Bonham or Keith Moon the greatest drummers of all time, Tied for the number one spot for drummers. Thanks again and I'll be watching more of your vids now that I found you here. Have a great new year!
@@OddBall1958 Thank you, my pleasure. I knew both John and keith. We did several shows together but I never jammed with them.
Regards Leo
without a doubt one of the best bass players in rock history!
Thank you once again.
I've just discovered your channel, thank you very much for sharing your stories and this wonderful bass video of one of my all-time favorite songs! I love the happiness on your face all through the song. Greetings from Mexico!
Welcome aboard! Thanks for watching and for the kind words.
Regards
Leo
Really enjoyed this. Longtime TYA fan, ever since a friend loaned me Stonedhenge back in the 60s.
Thanks for watching. much appreciated. Regards Leo
One of the best bass player ever!!!
Thanks Marcel. I'll keep trying.
Totally agree!
@@walterspisak4521 Thanks for the kins words Walter.
I grew up to old hits, I was about 5 or 6 sweeping the floors of my father's machine shop n I helped my godfather around the shop after school when my homework was done, I'd sit down there air guitaring with broom sticks acting like a maniac when I heard this song still do to this day n I'm 23 now, music is such a gift without it I wouldn't be where I am today n wouldnt have these killer memories 🤟😎
Thanks for your story and kind words. Regards Leo
I love Leo's fierceness when Alvin goes into his middle solo. It brought me up to the edge of my chair.
Thanks for watching Tom.
Excellent! It's great to see you smiling as you're playing the really fast stuff. My wife and I watched and said that you're one of the guys who make it look easy. :)
Thanks for watching and for the kind words. Yes.I enjoy what I do.Best Regards to both of you.
Leo
😃Great bass playing Leo✨I enjoy watching this multiple times✨
Thanks for the kind words Pat. Regards Leo
You and Ric Lee are the worlds greatest hard rock rhythm section!
Thank you.
Thanks for the great music. Spent many hours enjoying your skills.
Hi Dakota. Thanks for the kind words. Regards Leo
Thanks for the incredible music, greetings from Peru
Thanks for the kind words. Much appreciated. Hi to Peru. I'd love to play there. Regards Leo
I LOVE THIS SONG AND ALSO THIS BASS LINE IM GOING TO LEARN THAT RIGHT NOW !! LOVE YOU LEO
Thanks for watching and all the very best with your music. Regards Leo
Fantastic! I was 14 or 15 when I got my first TYA album. Still have and cherish them.
Hi Lothar, Thanks for your support and for watching.
This was absolutely wonderful. Thank you
I’m pleased to hear you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.
Outstanding ! You, Alvin, Chick and Ric have got to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Thanks for the kind words. Regards Leo
Hi Leo. Thanks for sharing with us. I saw you and the band in Vancouver with Wild Turkey. I've been a fan ever since.
Thanks for coming to see us Dan and thanks for watching the video.
Great playing, love your technique, thanks for taking the time to share this! Love the way you completely take both hands off your bass to let that open E just ring without being hindered by your hands on the bass:)
I think that might be the first time I've seen a player consistently do that throughout a song. Big fan through the years between TYA, Badfinger, and Dave Mason! Really enjoyed watching this Leo!
Thanks for the kind words ands for watching the video. Much appreciated. Regards Leo
So cool. I will listen to any histrorical tidbits you might post about your time with TYA. Thanks for your part in the creation of this album, of which was a big part of my life as teen in the '70s
Thanks for visiting my channel and for the kind words. Regards Leo
Hello, Leo. Lovely playing, I have always loved. I remember hearing "Spoonful," "Stoned Woman," and "Good Morning Little School Girl" by you guys on the radio when I was 8-12 in the late 90s, early 00's! I loved those songs the best! :D Then I was shocked when I saw you and Alvin at Woodstock because you know...I was there!
-Chelcie
Hi. Thanks for the kind words and for watching my video. Regards Leo
@@LeoLyonsMusician You're welcome, Leo!
@@cookmoore3736 Thanks.
I'm buying a Bass and teaching myself how to play because of this video. This was amazing!
Wow. I'm pleased to hear that. Thanks for watching the video. Regards Leo
Leo Lyons, I followed the group Ten Years After since 1968 ,I' am a fan , I hope this memory is an inspiration to continúe with the legacy of the great Alvin and his Drummer 🎸🎸🥁
Thanks Ramon I'm still on the road with my band Hundred Seventy Split.
Good stuff Leo! Good to see you still have it. I was a big fan of TYA in the 1970's here in Australia. Also liked that that "Pure Blues" album Alvin released.
Thanks for watching Dave. Regards Leo
I LOVE THIS! THANK YOU!
Hi Richard, Thanks for watching. Regards Leo
I was born 18 years after this song was released. Heard it for the first time last night in S8E18 of NBC's The Blacklist, *REALLY* loved the bassline, wanted to check a bass cover, and found your video completely missing the point that you actually *were* Ten Years After's bassist! I'm blown away. Thank you, Leo!
Hi Nano. Thanks for the kind words and watching the video.
Wow ! great bass playing been a fan of TYA since the late sixties, thanks so much for the many years of great music you've given us !!
Thanks for the kind words and for watching my video. Much appreciated.
If anyone ever had more fun playing bass than you did, Mr. Lyons, I've never seen them. Glad you're still doing well.
Thank you. I'm well thanks. Yes. It's true I do enjoy playing bass. I'm so glad that we'll soon be back out on tour again.
@@LeoLyonsMusician I'm hoping you are touring the USA. I'll check the schedule. Hoping you get near Denver Colorado as I live within 4 hours. Would certainly make that trip. Glad to hear.
@@OmniGuy It would be great to tour the States but you should know that I don't play with the band called Ten Years After anymore. That's just the drummer Ric lee and keyboard player Chick Churchill. I have my own band Hundred Seventy Split. Maybe we'll make it over one day.
@@LeoLyonsMusician Yes. I know that. You even explained to me once, where the name came from. I'll keep looking at your schedules.
Hope you can make it someday.
@@OmniGuy Fingers crossed.
Mr. Lyons I have to tell you that seeing the smile on your face while playing this song was the best part of the video. Thank You!
Thanks for watching. Much appreciated. Regards Leo
Thanks Leo another Cool Video . Totally enjoy your Bass playing Style.
Hi Ralph. Thanks for the kind words and for visiting my channel.
Regards
Leo
So good!!!! Love from Brazil
Thanks for watching. Love to you too. I really enjoyed the gigs I played in Brazil.
This song is on my top ten greatest ever!
Thanks for watching and for the kind words.
Very cool to be able to see and hear the bass! I always wondered why this was never in the live sets. I figured it was because there was an acoustic playing all the rhythm stuff plus all the fills on the electric and Alvin was the only guitar player. Such a great song, and from a great album as well. 'A Space In Time' and 'Rock And Roll Music To The World' have always been my two favorites from Ten Years After, along with the Recorded Live album. Many great memories of listening to TYA over the years.
Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed it. My new band Hundred Seventy Split play the song live. Guitarist Joe Gooch changes from acoustic to electric for the electric solo and the back part of the song. Regards Leo
@@LeoLyonsMusician I checked out a video of your band doing 'Love Like A Man', sounded great. It looks like you're playing over in Europe right now, any plans on coming over to the states? I'm just outside of Detroit, saw TYA play at Cobo Hall in Detroit in 74 and 75. I think the 74 show was my second concert ever, I was 13 at the time.
@@NoviJimB We'd love to play some shows in the States. It's a logistic problem right now which I hope we can sort out in 2023.
I am so thrilled to have found you and your channel, you sound as good as ever and looking great, keep on truckin' LL.
Thanks for the kind words.
Great video Leo! Greatest song ever written! Thank you for this video :)
Thank you for watching. Regards Leo
Leo: Interesting. I noticed on this that as the bass part becomes more complex, the smile on your face gets bigger! You are clearly in your element. In any event, I've been watching your clips and really enjoying them. Keep it up! TLH
Thanks for watching. Yes. I really enjoy what I do. Regards Leo
Wow. The bass cooks in this song. Very cool!
Hi David. Thanks for watching.
Regards Leo
Great to see you've still got it Leo. I saw you in Wimborne Minster a few years ago and I don't think I've ever seen anyone look so happy when they play. You've been my favourite bass player for over 50 years now, the only person I've seen live who comes close was Larry Taylor of Canned Heat when they toured the UK in about '69/70.
Thanks. Much appreciated
This song got me into music. I remember hearing this song as a youngster, probably 25 years ago, and immediately felt that I had to learn to play it. I bought a guitar and practiced the intro for months. Since then I've played in many bands and made a living from music for a few years.
It's great to hear and see these basslines being played. The basslines during the solo give me goosebumps, this sure is bass at its best! Just amazing, what a masterpiece.
So grateful for this song.
Thanks very much for the kind words. Much appreciated. Enjoy your music. Regards Leo
thank you so much Leo, making the world a better place through music, you are doing it!
Hi Rik. Thanks for listening
Thanks Leo much appreciated 👍🎸🎸
My pleasure.
Hello Mister. Lyons. I'm a big fan of ten year after. I admire her on the bass. You play so fast it's awesome. Greetings from Germany 🎸🤘
Many thanks!! Very kind of you
Saw in 19 71 Great band, your Bass playing what can I say YOU ROCKED
Thanks for the kind words. Regards Leo
@@LeoLyonsMusician Alvin's passing was a sad day, he had a great voice. Your generation had some great players!!! I think you and Cream stand out. I'm Sixty Nine now so lucky to have seen you play.
@@aazo999 Hi . Thanks for the kind words. Much appreciated.
It's amazing! Great! Thank you!
Thanks for the kind words and for watching my video.
Regards Leo
You and Alvin Were Really Quiet a Team !! Without Your Bass This Song Would Never Have Made It !!
Thanks for the kind words and for watching my video.
RegardsLeo
Loved Watching This !!!
Thank you. I'm pleased to hear that.
Leo ! I love hearing you blast. Man , the smile that came over you during your bass flurries made me feel almost the same. My cousin enlightened me w/TYA in the wee 70's . I was about 11 in '72 . He said "you got to hear the guitar" . It was Home from Woodstock. I don't remember what came first . the album(s-3) or the movie . But Goin' Home was the lick. Then I saw the movie and saw your energy. Yeah-hee! Bad Ass! You made the band too. A while back I listened to you description of you experience at Woodstock '69. When you mentioned your friend Joe C. I saw you loved him . I do too. And I love you.thank you . soon.
Thanks for the kind words Alex. Much appreciated.
@@LeoLyonsMusician """You made my morning . I'm gassed. Mr.Lyons I remember this tune from the day. I'm surprised Mr. Lee wasn't happy I guess w/ the circumstance? You guys Rocked it . I regard that tune as a Ballad , An Anthem but first , it is Rock. Bro ... my girlfriend is going to come apart . She will need/want to say something to you. I see you still have the 'instrument' . It isn't a Fender ? I was trying to read it , or am I confused ? Wow. So much ..
@@ASTOUNDEDatSTUPID Hi Alex. Thanks for watching. I do still have my originalFender Bass but the one in the video is a Tribute bass made for me by The Bass Centre London. It's an exact copy of my original.
@@LeoLyonsMusician Mr L. I may be unaware. The original should be at the hall w/transferred to video of the "Woodstock" performance . In fact , aren't YOU why it's called "performing" HA!
@@ASTOUNDEDatSTUPID I've had several Music museum ask for my bass .Performing? That's me having fun.
awesome bass playing that was amazing! rock on!
Thank you.
aah !! ...magic LEO !!.....part bass with Alvin guitar recorded live wonderfull !!...take your care !!..
Hi Danielle. Thanks for watching and for the kind words. Regards Leo.
Fantastic! Thx Leo.
Thanks for watching
Hey Leo! It's great to see you rock out over this! My 60's psych rock band called Starlight Tropics is going to be covering this soon and this is a great video to learn from! Honored to learn from your bass playing! ~Lydia
Hi Lydia. Thanks for watching. Good luck with your music. Regards Leo
Thank you so much im leaning this for a band, your a gentleman and a legend for this no better than the horses mouth, cant wait to see more
Hi Aaron. Thanks for the kind words and for watching my channel. Much appreciated. Good luck with your music.
Regards Leo
Would had been fun to have heard the lead bass solo on Good Morning Little school girl on the Recorded Live album from back in 1974. That is my all time fav bass solo ever recorded along side guitar solo. Would also want to hear the story behind you and the Ten years after drummer keyboardist, How the band formed. Thanks for still being around to showing us still learning our instrument how to riff away. Along side jack Bruce and Billy Cox you are number 1 in my inspiration to learning base guitar.
Hi Stefan. I'll look at it and see what I can do.
@@LeoLyonsMusicianHi Leo I'm looking forward to that. Would also been cool to have seen how you've played ''You Can't Win Them All'' baseline. I wished you played that track live. Its a good track very underrated.
@@stefanarnblom8316 Thanks Stefan. I'll give the song a listen.
Spectacular....Mr lyons...
Thanks for the kind words Lionel.
That was simply incredible. I'm thinking I should use my basses for firewood after seeing this. Please yes. Do more videos!!
Thanks for the kind words but please don't burn your basses. Every other day I get frustrated at not being able to play something I hear others play. The fun is working at your own pace and improving gradually to your goal. It's all fun. Regards Leo
Love the sound of the Rickenbacker on the track -Thanks for doing the RUclips channel. I was blown away by TYA a basically listened to the tapes until they wouldn’t work anymore through the early 70s. Blown away by the bass, the guitar, vocals, lyrics and the drums. I just really dug the sound. Well done!.
Hi Mark. Thanks for the kind words. much appreciated.
I am so happy you shared this. Currently learning this song on bass. ❤️
My pleasure. Great to hear it's helping. Regards Leo
You still make it look easy! Love that bass line.
Thanks for the kins words Billy. Regards Leo
This is such an awesome video and song love this.
Thanks for watching. much appreciated. Regards Leo
Amazing always were and always will be❤️
Hi Blake. Thanks for watching .
@@LeoLyonsMusician could you give me some advise on getting better at bass thank you so much for responding to me it means the world to me your my inspiration for playing bass❤️
@@blakebennett8584 Hi Blake. That's a difficult one to answer in an e.mail. The simple answer is to practice your scales and listen to records and play with other people if you can.. The bonus these days is that there are so many RUclips videos teaching bass and not all charge money, . Watch, pick up runs and practice till you get them off slick. I'd suggest using a drum loop or a metronome to keep in time. Play with other people if you can. Hope this helps. There's a video my site called 'something like " Playing bass. Just go for it'. It might help. Good luck Leo
@@LeoLyonsMusician thank you so much for the advise you are awesome!