I saw them in Frankfurt and I was disappointed. The mix was off. Rich way too loud. The background singers barely audible. They were more or less stage furniture. Chris did not sing the melodies but shouted them in a rap style. I didn’t like it very much. I love their music, have all albums, but that was my last crowes show
I saw the Black Crowes their first show after the first breakup in 2005 at Hammerstein Ballroom NYC. The show was being delayed for no good reason. Until Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell were seated in a side balcony section. Then the show started. I'm passing on this current tour. Don't want to see hired guns in place of the original Crowes
Wow I never knew that story about Page. How sad. I cannot believe how many opportunities were ruined. Thanks Tony. Another great video with great delivery and research - David
Adam MacDougall’s sudden departure from CRB earlier this year is making a lot more sense now! It’s been confirmed by the Crowes new management that the tour was agreed upon in April. Methinks Adam got wind of it and told Chris to jam it! Adam was Ed Harsch’s replacement in the Crowes, just in case you don’t know. www.jambase.com/article/chris-robinson-brotherhood-hiatus-adam-mcdougall
@@Bonddm2002 I really like Adam and he is a top notch keyboardist but his total absorption into and constant use of Synths... I know that Bob Moog died for our Synths but for Bob's Sake! Adam's (to my ear) constant overuse of the Synth is masking his masterful, initiative, and superlative abilities on the piano keyboards. Please Adam, go back to tickling those Ivories!!! Yor adroit touch summons not only great memories of Weird Ed; but also, for me, brings haunting allusions to such greats as Nicky Hopkins (RIP) and Ian Mclagan (RIP).
So glad I heard the truth about this "reunion" tour. I saw the real Black Crowes several times in the 90's and still love that band/era. The ticket prices are ridiculous and now this. What a couple of prima donna knuckleheads. Steve Gorman and Marc Ford rock...r.i.p. Ed.
I’m sorry, but the “hired guns” sounded great, and I was extremely skeptical. On top of that, Chris and Rich seemed to be genuinely enjoying being on stage together. To be fair, my favorite aspects of the band are Chris’ voice and Rich’s riffs so it makes sense why I could see past Steve Gorman’s absence. I thought it was an amazing show, I even bought a shirt.
Tyler thanks for the review! The brothers Robinson are the core of the band for sure. It's a shame they couldn't get the old band back together but sounds like they're building something new and getting a good reaction from it as I've heard from quite a few people saying the new shows have been great.
I think they realized through their underwhelming side-projects that working under "The Black Crowes" was their meal ticket and where they really needed to be these days.
I am so sad to hear that they aren't pulling together and giving it a chance :( I was so excited they were touring...because it's been a long time coming to see the boys jam again. We can always hope and put it out to the universe. Ya never know
Thanks for the comment Rhonda! There is always hope for some kind of reconciliation down the road but I would think it's miles away. You also have to wonder if the book just pours too much salt on old wounds. Not sure if Chris would ever speak to Gorman again after all the stuff he just unloaded.
saw them twice in PARIS IT WAS AWSOME the sound was excellent back vox girls so rock'n' roll ..never boring during the show finally let's focus on music don't want to meet these guys ever ..hell...
What absolutely amazing insight your Hindsight 2020 (tm) gives you. And even with such god like clarity you failed to mention that there was life after TBC for everyone involved. Since some of you are so worried about Steve Gorman it's funny that you'd not mention his top rated sports talk show; a gig he enjoys! So much so that he devoted not much time to his own band, Trigger Hippy. Who were and are a good band in their own right (haven't given the new iteration of this band enough listening time: Covid 19 hit just as they were launching. As for the Brothers, Rich joined with lead singer John Hogg, Marc Ford, Sven Pipien, Wierd Eddy Harsch (until his death. RIP) along with Joe Magistro to form The Magpie Salute after a brief but productive solo career. They were just hitting their stride with the release of their third album in the close of 2019; just before both Covid 19 and the Brothers reconnecting. The music is top notch and rates a listen from any enthusiast whose depth exceeds pop. Marc and Rich really refined their whole thing (Marc had always been more of a companion and bosom buddy to Chris; a friendship, many allege, that had it's genisis in a shared substance abuse issue). Surely you must have at least heard of the Chris Robinson Brotherhood, a perrineal favorite on the festival scene. Chris abruptly cancelled the band's further turing schedule at the end of last summer; an event sadly followed shortly thereafter by the death of lead guitarist Neal Casal (Blackfoot, Ryan Adams & the Cardinals, Hard Working Americans, Chris Robinson Brotherhood, and side project Circles Around The Sun) (RIP Brother, we miss you). Neal was an exceptionally talented guitarist and his work here, along with Chris' vastly improved rythym playing and combined with Chris' exceptional writing and vocal abilities left us with a wealth of originals and covers that will remain in many discerning fan's playlists for years to come. Check out some of the music on any of the thirteen albums that are their legacy. Lastly, while Marc Ford is certainly a standout guitarist and the work he and Rich did with TMS was transcendent; blending, interweaving, and reaching a potential rivaling many of Rocks' legendary Guitar Duos, focusing on only him does such a disservice to the many other amazing talents that filled the spot through the years. From Audley Freed to Luther Dickinson through Jackie Green all added their own mojo and flavors to the Crowes already decadently rich stew. Artists are known to be temperamental. All of us can be flaming assholes at times. Why pile on to an attack of gossip, judgement and armchair quarterbacking? These musicians deserve better, at least the benefit of a doubt for situations we only have biased glimpses into? The band in all of it's configurations left us an abundant and diverse wealth of music and left for guitarists a profuse treasury of tunings and phrasing so intricate and sinuous that we, as well as future generations, will be mining for insperation and influence for untold years to come! Addendum: Not to mention that the Black Crowes, along with a few others such as Warren Haynes and Gov't Mule saved hard driving Rock 'n Roll from the overly sweet, saccharin and overproduced waste land of triviality pop rock was inflicting on the genre. They saved my sanity and provided much needed respite in both their studuo albums and live performances...
Thanks for taking the time to comment. Actually, my video was more or less centered around Gorman's book and not a comprehensive history of the band (especially for time purposes). However, Gorman kept his book focused on his time in the Black Crowes with little to nothing on his personal life and radio gig. With regards to any gossip, judgement and armchair quarterbacking... the results speak for themselves. It's well established that Chris has a history of being an obnoxious, selfish, money-hungry prick. The result? The brothers Robinson are the only ones left flying the Black Crowes flag and have to basically "start over" 25 years into their career with hired hands.
At the Album Network Premier of Three Snakes in 1996, Chris said, "The Black Crowes are these people making this music." All talk... just talk. I guess he was referring to himself and Rich, not him, Rich, Eddie, Marc, Gorman, and Johnny too. As if MFF was inconsequential. And then keeping Marc's guitars for $50,000 after Marc quit in 2006. That was bullshit. And then Rich putting together Magpie, includes Marc, talks about how good it is to play with Marc again, it makes Marc happy, then Rich pulls the plug on Magpie and excludes MFF... It's like Rich just used Marc to get Chris back so they could have the Chris and Rich show. It's all so fucked up. We could go on and on about the fucked up shit Chris and Rich have done. All it does is take the luster off of the music itself. I'd rather bump some BC boots from 1995 than go see The Chris and Rich Reunion Tour. Off my soapbox. Peace.
Very interesting video. I'm somewhat surprised at the size of the venues they are booking for this tour. They are pretty big. Is there really that much interest? I did notice one venue was already offering a discount for early purchase. Not sure if that means anything.
Absolutely agree, and wondered the exact same thing. They'd probably do well in larger theaters, but large arenas? ...Not that I'd attend either way. I love the Crowes, but....hell no. [edit] ...Come to think of it, they probably need the extra space in the large arenas for their giant egos.
@@RushTrader We saw Alannah Myles in the opening spot before the Crowes joined .... That one was racking my brain... had to check with some buddies!!!!
You said it perfectly! Steve's book was heartfelt and revealing. He truly was the heart of that band. Now I understand the necessity of financial gratitude, but at what point do you not see that you're literally starving the ones who helped shape your success?
you must be kidding granted yes Steve has some good qualities however WHY DID HE NOT DEFEND MARC FORD AND RICH AND THE OTHERS ? that is not right on so many levels. A red flag
@@annaleonardi6299 Have you read the book? I thought Steve put it out there as plain as day: Rich is an overgrown child who lived in the shadow of his brother. He had the nerve to bite the hand that kept the Black Crowes relevant. (Sir Jimmy Page..lol) Also, speaking of Marc Ford; Rich just dropped him again, in favor of the latest money grab "reunion" tours. Steve stuck up for Ed, Johnny, Jimmy, the crew and management, and himself. He wasnt in the heroin camp of the band which had split into adverse factions, so he didnt step in when Marc pretty much fired himself due to drug induced degeneration
If Steve wanted to ever get back with Chris & Rich, this book totally blew it!! I mean if I was Chris or Rich, I’d be like fuck that guy!! I’d not want the guy who exposed our internal issues to be in my band!! Chris & Rich are siblings, may fight, not speak for periods of time but at the end of the day they are family, will always come back together & will continue on together....... the show must go on as the saying goes
Hi Jenn, thanks for the comment! Yeah, I think by Steve writing this book he was not only reporting on the past but putting it well behind him. They're all still young enough to possibly have a reunion down the road, you never know how things can change. Sammy Hagar talked shit about Eddie Van Halen in his book but they started talking again this year. Hopefully it doesn't take a deathbed for these guys but wish them all well in whatever they do.
A lot of vocalists end up thinking they are the most important member in a band, when they forget that without the music they are nothing, but a band CAN be instrumental. Its all part of the ego trip and if they are given enough attention they lose all grasp of reality!
The Black Crowes are the last of the greats...Rich is a musical genius He is also a class act.....and has remained humble. He is one of the most gorgeous man I have ever seen. maybe there was some jealousy... why didn't Steve do some thing and stand up for Marc Ford. Why spill all this in a book? .he to is a great musician and was good looking what about the Parents? They both seemed like wonderful people with the patience of saints...Anyone who does not stand up for you and or others I would suggest Keeping a Distance from that person...
Of course the brothers deny things in Gorman's book. But I have seen him in interviews many times and he seems a credible person while I question Chris Robinson. Anyway I still love TBC no matter. People don't get along in bands just like any other kind of business relationship.
I believe Gorman as it's not hard to believe that Chris would have been unbearable in his younger years, especially while wasted all the time. It's just a shame all those bridges had to be burned over stuff like that but it happens. I do hear TBC have a good touring band now so maybe they've found a new stride despite all the BS from the past.
I am gonna say, I wanted to hate this new lineup but then they got Isaiah Mitchell and I was excited again...only to be disappointed again when they said just the first album and no jamming. The combo of Rich and Isaiah COULD be amazing. In the past few years I listened to Earthless way more than the Black Crowes honestly
Whoooah. I'm at the part where Bud Light wanted to sponsor their tour for a million dollars. Isn't Chris allowed to grow and change his mind like every other human being on planet earth? Other than that, this was a really good video. We all know Chris's ego and bipolar disorder is the reason The Black Crowes broke up. For a period in the early 90's they were the best band in the world. The musicianship was phenomenal. Marc Ford and Ed (RIP) were key during those years until Marc got too messed up. Helluva band. Oh yeah, the email from Chris's wife was precious. Such a weakass move by Chris.
Jeffrey, sure I think people do change and maybe Chris has... now. Maybe he's finally grown up and learned how to be a better person, brother, etc. However, back in the 90s, no, I don't think Chris had changed at all, as he was still in his self-absorbed asshole prime. Being a jerk and keeping as much money for himself was all he cared about up until recently. But yeah, hell of a band at one point. Thanks for watching and for the comment!
I read the book when it came out. I enjoyed the insight. But, I also understood it was Steve's POV. Your summary kinda sounds like you're speaking facts. I wasn't there. You weren't there. We don't know who was thinking what. Steve is a great narrator and I'm sure a pretty solid dude. But it's his word, not the gospel.
The beloved Robinson Brothers have said. They do not want anyone from there past to be on this new tour ....Also sorry to say Steve is an manipulator...he tried to get Chris and Rich to keep fighting The truth needs to come out Steve seems like a nice man and has some good qualities but like all of us he has some issues as well..All that money and fame means nothing..... how sad it is t this band were so great and like Brothers.. yet they treated each other at times horribly. I am sure there were more good times than bad.... at that time money does not always solve always solve all of life's problems .. I help and work with the homeless and do whatever I can to help anyone. anyone...I have also sang my entire life .
By what you discribe of the original drummer's testimony in his memoir, I don't see it lasting for very long. I clearly believe this is all clearly for money, and the Robinson brothers seem maladaptive to me, thus the obvious sayings come to mind, "history repeating itself ", or "a leopard can never change its spots". One or both the brothers have massive egos or so it seems, and some form of drama is bound to erupt. Look back at what happened to Styx. Parallels.
Thanks for the comment Pam! Gorman also wrote about a time when their father passed away and it actually brought the two brothers closer together but even that was short lived. So, while I wish them the best, I wouldn't be shocked if it collapsed either.
As a songriter i understand why Rich refused Jimmy Page offer to cowrite. When you write songs, its your babys, any outside influence just doesn't feel right.
@vtrifonoff Firstly, let's say Rich honestly didn't want to write a song with Page, certainly there could have been a more polite way to do it. Jimmy came away so insulted, he cancelled the the rest of the tour, 30+ dates because it wasn't worth his back pain. However, you also have to consider the time when all this was proposed. It was the late 90s when the Crowes had become unmarketable. There wasn't much interest from record labels, promoters or even fans. Those shows with Jimmy were electric and a collaboration could have worked to both their advantages. I mean, who turns down a chance to do anything with with former Zeppelin songwriter/guitarist Jimmy Page at a time like that? I'd say you'd have to be pretty delusional or full of yourself to not even indulge that offer, even in the smallest way. The Black Crowes still haven't made any splashes since that time and it's been 20 years. Although I don't remember Gorman speculating this in his book, I wonder if Rich was simply jealous of having someone better than him up on stage night after night and getting so much of the adoration. By the way, I appreciate your comment and under normal circumstances I can see your point... but considering the low point they were at and you have Jimmy Page offering to help, why turn down that golden opportunity?
My family and myself will not disclose on here ..where I had obtained that information.. pertaining to how Steve Gorman....was manipulative and had tried to keep the Brothers Chris n Rich at odds.....some people like power and money and control I hope Steve can humble himself one day and ask for the Brothers forgiveness..
Anna, thanks for all your comments! Steve did say when the Robinson brothers were in lockstep, they were a force to reckon with. So, I could see some incentive to keep them at odds as a survival move. However, there's no question it was a toxic environment for a variety of reasons and a shame nobody from the old band can join them now but life doesn't always go that way.
Wow, talk about so many missed opportunities with this band. I loved the first 2 albums and thought they were great with Jimmy Page on the live album. I can't imagine ever turning away a guitar great like Mr Page, who's there to help and give solid advice. Jimmy Page had no ego and is world famous yet Richie Robinson thinks he's Elton John! Well, we know which band will always stand the test of time. I'm definitely going to look into getting this book. Great work as always Anthony!
Thanks Jimmy! Yeah, there's much more to the whole Jimmy saga, what I included in the video was only scratching the surface. The book has so may great insights into the music business as well as the Crowes, definitely worth the read!
Sounds like Abuse to me...some one should have intervened more. Do you all not realize this and that perhaps also Chris was and maybe still is a Narcissists' ////.which is a serious problem ''What if he had really hurt Rich or someone else....I plan to read this book....Furthermore RICH IS NOT SOCIALLY OCKWARD HE IS BRILLANT AND QUIET AND INTROSPECTIVE ..His coolness and a bit of a mystery... makes Rich even more hotter he is not all goofy and silly and loud ........ which are turnoffs ..... Rich is a guitar legend
They didn’t change they almost kill a fan in Australia concert last year , fan jump on stage and Rich Robison guitarist he used his guitar as weapon hit dude and Chris trying to enter in fight , really bad attitude those brothers , they not want fan enjoy have fun just they trying kill poor fan
You have to have a pretty big ego as a guitar player to disrespect Jimmy Page. Fun fact.....most of Keith's big hits were fairly basic riffs played on a guitar with open G tuning. It was his secret weapon. Many of the Crowes hits are also played in open G tuning. Alls fair in Rock N Roll.
Thanks for the comment! And you're right, how do you turn down Jimmy Page? Doesn't sound like he was asking for much and could have been killer. It might have led to him playing with them now or perhaps would have led to doing more solo stuff. As you can see, Page went kinda silent after this and hasn't done too much.
I went to the show last Sunday, they sounded great. All bands have their own issues, it’s about the music.
I went to the show in St. Louis last Saturday night and it was phenomenal!! They were electric! Go see them and don’t miss out! ♥️♥️♥️
@Chris Melillo, Shelly Watson Thanks for the reviews!
I saw them in Frankfurt and I was disappointed. The mix was off. Rich way too loud. The background singers barely audible. They were more or less stage furniture. Chris did not sing the melodies but shouted them in a rap style. I didn’t like it very much. I love their music, have all albums, but that was my last crowes show
Listen to the disgruntled people that paid for a meet and greet. It’s all about the Benjamin’s
@@motorcity7137 $hake your moneymaker. You couldn’t we were not warned.
You're quickly becoming one of my favorite channels. You can tell the time and effort you put in. The work ethic is admirable.
Jarred Walker- You are so right! I hope that new viewers take the time to watch his great past work.
So true ❤
Rich was and still is a class act and a stone cold babe
Great video, as always... thoughtful, funny at times and in depth!!
I saw the Black Crowes their first show after the first breakup in 2005 at Hammerstein Ballroom NYC. The show was being delayed for no good reason. Until Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell were seated in a side balcony section. Then the show started. I'm passing on this current tour. Don't want to see hired guns in place of the original Crowes
The old adage ... never meet your heroes....but id have a Beer with Steve anytime
Brotherly love.... Of money.
Wow I never knew that story about Page. How sad. I cannot believe how many opportunities were ruined. Thanks Tony. Another great video with great delivery and research - David
If this was a genuine reunion, I was planning on flying from Australia to the US and catching multiple shows, but they can stick it!
Wow! Thanks for the comment Bondy!
Adam MacDougall’s sudden departure from CRB earlier this year is making a lot more sense now! It’s been confirmed by the Crowes new management that the tour was agreed upon in April. Methinks Adam got wind of it and told Chris to jam it! Adam was Ed Harsch’s replacement in the Crowes, just in case you don’t know.
www.jambase.com/article/chris-robinson-brotherhood-hiatus-adam-mcdougall
@@Bonddm2002 I really like Adam and he is a top notch keyboardist but his total absorption into and constant use of Synths...
I know that Bob Moog died for our Synths but for Bob's Sake! Adam's (to my ear) constant overuse of the Synth is masking his masterful, initiative, and superlative abilities on the piano keyboards. Please Adam, go back to tickling those Ivories!!! Yor adroit touch summons not only great memories of Weird Ed; but also, for me, brings haunting allusions to such greats as Nicky Hopkins (RIP) and Ian Mclagan (RIP).
@@GitarzanLKabong The first tour without Ed ,,, wasn’t a fan of what he was doing with Wiser Time.
So glad I heard the truth about this "reunion" tour. I saw the real Black Crowes several times in the 90's and still love that band/era. The ticket prices are ridiculous and now this. What a couple of prima donna knuckleheads. Steve Gorman and Marc Ford rock...r.i.p. Ed.
Steve is a manipulator sorry to say He tried to keep our beloved Robinson Brothers fighting ..I will Not disclose where I got that information from.
It wasn't when Sven Pipien came in the band elevated, it was still with Johnny Colt on bass
I’m sorry, but the “hired guns” sounded great, and I was extremely skeptical. On top of that, Chris and Rich seemed to be genuinely enjoying being on stage together. To be fair, my favorite aspects of the band are Chris’ voice and Rich’s riffs so it makes sense why I could see past Steve Gorman’s absence. I thought it was an amazing show, I even bought a shirt.
Tyler thanks for the review! The brothers Robinson are the core of the band for sure. It's a shame they couldn't get the old band back together but sounds like they're building something new and getting a good reaction from it as I've heard from quite a few people saying the new shows have been great.
they were a fantastic incredible band . too bad they broke up. in 2010 as far as i am concerned and never came back. rip the black crowes
I figured they came back together because Chris needed the money.
I think they realized through their underwhelming side-projects that working under "The Black Crowes" was their meal ticket and where they really needed to be these days.
I am so sad to hear that they aren't pulling together and giving it a chance :( I was so excited they were touring...because it's been a long time coming to see the boys jam again. We can always hope and put it out to the universe. Ya never know
Thanks for the comment Rhonda! There is always hope for some kind of reconciliation down the road but I would think it's miles away. You also have to wonder if the book just pours too much salt on old wounds. Not sure if Chris would ever speak to Gorman again after all the stuff he just unloaded.
saw them twice in PARIS IT WAS AWSOME the sound was excellent back vox girls so rock'n' roll ..never boring during the show finally let's focus on music don't want to meet these guys ever ..hell...
Thanks for the review!
What absolutely amazing insight your Hindsight 2020 (tm) gives you. And even with such god like clarity you failed to mention that there was life after TBC for everyone involved. Since some of you are so worried about Steve Gorman it's funny that you'd not mention his top rated sports talk show; a gig he enjoys! So much so that he devoted not much time to his own band, Trigger Hippy. Who were and are a good band in their own right (haven't given the new iteration of this band enough listening time: Covid 19 hit just as they were launching.
As for the Brothers, Rich joined with lead singer John Hogg, Marc Ford, Sven Pipien, Wierd Eddy Harsch (until his death. RIP) along with Joe Magistro to form The Magpie Salute after a brief but productive solo career. They were just hitting their stride with the release of their third album in the close of 2019; just before both Covid 19 and the Brothers reconnecting. The music is top notch and rates a listen from any enthusiast whose depth exceeds pop. Marc and Rich really refined their whole thing (Marc had always been more of a companion and bosom buddy to Chris; a friendship, many allege, that had it's genisis in a shared substance abuse issue). Surely you must have at least heard of the Chris Robinson Brotherhood, a perrineal favorite on the festival scene. Chris abruptly cancelled the band's further turing schedule at the end of last summer; an event sadly followed shortly thereafter by the death of lead guitarist Neal Casal (Blackfoot, Ryan Adams & the Cardinals, Hard Working Americans, Chris Robinson Brotherhood, and side project Circles Around The Sun) (RIP Brother, we miss you). Neal was an exceptionally talented guitarist and his work here, along with Chris' vastly improved rythym playing and combined with Chris' exceptional writing and vocal abilities left us with a wealth of originals and covers that will remain in many discerning fan's playlists for years to come. Check out some of the music on any of the thirteen albums that are their legacy.
Lastly, while Marc Ford is certainly a standout guitarist and the work he and Rich did with TMS was transcendent; blending, interweaving, and reaching a potential rivaling many of Rocks'
legendary Guitar Duos, focusing on only him does such a disservice to the many other amazing talents that filled the spot through the years. From Audley Freed to Luther Dickinson through Jackie Green all added their own mojo and flavors to the Crowes already decadently rich stew. Artists are known to be temperamental. All of us can be flaming assholes at times. Why pile on to an attack of gossip, judgement and armchair quarterbacking? These musicians deserve better, at least the benefit of a doubt for situations we only have biased glimpses into? The band in all of it's configurations left us an abundant and diverse wealth of music and left for guitarists a profuse treasury of tunings and phrasing so intricate and sinuous that we, as well as future generations, will be mining for insperation and influence for untold years to come!
Addendum: Not to mention that the Black Crowes, along with a few others such as Warren Haynes and Gov't Mule saved hard driving Rock 'n Roll from the overly sweet, saccharin and overproduced waste land of triviality pop rock was inflicting on the genre. They saved my sanity and provided much needed respite in both their studuo albums and live performances...
Thanks for taking the time to comment. Actually, my video was more or less centered around Gorman's book and not a comprehensive history of the band (especially for time purposes). However, Gorman kept his book focused on his time in the Black Crowes with little to nothing on his personal life and radio gig. With regards to any gossip, judgement and armchair quarterbacking... the results speak for themselves. It's well established that Chris has a history of being an obnoxious, selfish, money-hungry prick. The result? The brothers Robinson are the only ones left flying the Black Crowes flag and have to basically "start over" 25 years into their career with hired hands.
Yes! Thank you 👍
At the Album Network Premier of Three Snakes in 1996, Chris said, "The Black Crowes are these people making this music." All talk... just talk. I guess he was referring to himself and Rich, not him, Rich, Eddie, Marc, Gorman, and Johnny too. As if MFF was inconsequential. And then keeping Marc's guitars for $50,000 after Marc quit in 2006. That was bullshit. And then Rich putting together Magpie, includes Marc, talks about how good it is to play with Marc again, it makes Marc happy, then Rich pulls the plug on Magpie and excludes MFF... It's like Rich just used Marc to get Chris back so they could have the Chris and Rich show. It's all so fucked up. We could go on and on about the fucked up shit Chris and Rich have done. All it does is take the luster off of the music itself. I'd rather bump some BC boots from 1995 than go see The Chris and Rich Reunion Tour. Off my soapbox. Peace.
Thanks for the soapbox!
Very interesting video. I'm somewhat surprised at the size of the venues they are booking for this tour. They are pretty big. Is there really that much interest? I did notice one venue was already offering a discount for early purchase. Not sure if that means anything.
Absolutely agree, and wondered the exact same thing. They'd probably do well in larger theaters, but large arenas? ...Not that I'd attend either way. I love the Crowes, but....hell no. [edit] ...Come to think of it, they probably need the extra space in the large arenas for their giant egos.
I was never crazy about them but I liked when Chris Played with Dead and Company
Did you listen to Southern, Amorica and Three Snakes?
Another great video! I also saw the Manic Nirvana tour in Cleveland but it was right before the Crowes joined up with Plant that year.
Thanks Tony. Yeah great tour, that's around the time that Plant finally starting adding Zeppelin to his set, something he had avoided doing.
@@RushTrader We saw Alannah Myles in the opening spot before the Crowes joined .... That one was racking my brain... had to check with some buddies!!!!
Ah, now I'm wracking my brain. I also saw Alannah Myles open for someone but I can't remember who it was!
I didn't know a lot of this stuff about the Black Crowes. So much wasted opportunity.
It's just too bad they couldn't produce all of their songs to the incredible level of 'She Talks to Angels.' That is such an awesome song.
@JR Rooker Big-time what JR said! ....or, didn't say.
I saw them at the Santa Barbara Bowl during the Brotherly Love Tour with Oasis. Great concert!
Thanks for the comment! I've heard quite a few say that these guys are sounding good live.
Fascinating .
You said it perfectly!
Steve's book was heartfelt and revealing. He truly was the heart of that band. Now I understand the necessity of financial gratitude, but at what point do you not see that you're literally starving the ones who helped shape your success?
Thanks for the comment and great point!
you must be kidding granted yes Steve has some good qualities however WHY DID HE NOT DEFEND MARC FORD AND RICH AND THE OTHERS ? that is not right on so many levels. A red flag
@@annaleonardi6299
Have you read the book?
I thought Steve put it out there as plain as day: Rich is an overgrown child who lived in the shadow of his brother. He had the nerve to bite the hand that kept the Black Crowes relevant. (Sir Jimmy Page..lol)
Also, speaking of Marc Ford; Rich just dropped him again, in favor of the latest money grab "reunion" tours.
Steve stuck up for Ed, Johnny, Jimmy, the crew and management, and himself.
He wasnt in the heroin camp of the band which had split into adverse factions, so he didnt step in when Marc pretty much fired himself due to drug induced degeneration
Thank you,..
If Steve wanted to ever get back with Chris & Rich, this book totally blew it!! I mean if I was Chris or Rich, I’d be like fuck that guy!! I’d not want the guy who exposed our internal issues to be in my band!! Chris & Rich are siblings, may fight, not speak for periods of time but at the end of the day they are family, will always come back together & will continue on together....... the show must go on as the saying goes
Hi Jenn, thanks for the comment! Yeah, I think by Steve writing this book he was not only reporting on the past but putting it well behind him. They're all still young enough to possibly have a reunion down the road, you never know how things can change. Sammy Hagar talked shit about Eddie Van Halen in his book but they started talking again this year. Hopefully it doesn't take a deathbed for these guys but wish them all well in whatever they do.
Shake and southern! Are still their best Albums! Yepp!
Southern, Amorica and Three Snakes for me...Marc Ford era.
Sure the tour is for money. duh. Gorman's book wasn't free either .
A lot of vocalists end up thinking they are the most important member in a band, when they forget that without the music they are nothing, but a band CAN be instrumental. Its all part of the ego trip and if they are given enough attention they lose all grasp of reality!
Rich is doing it for the money and because he's terrified of his Brother. He's been terrified of him his whole life.
The Black Crowes are the last of the greats...Rich is a musical genius He is also a class act.....and has remained humble. He is one of the most gorgeous man I have ever seen. maybe there was some jealousy... why didn't Steve do some thing and stand up for Marc Ford. Why spill all this in a book? .he to is a great musician and was good looking what about the Parents? They both seemed like wonderful people with the patience of saints...Anyone who does not stand up for you and or others I would suggest Keeping a Distance from that person...
I don't give a shit if they only reunited purely for money....It doesn't change my love for them.
it's the grey pigeons now, nothing more.
Of course the brothers deny things in Gorman's book. But I have seen him in interviews many times and he seems a credible person while I question Chris Robinson. Anyway I still love TBC no matter. People don't get along in bands just like any other kind of business relationship.
I believe Gorman as it's not hard to believe that Chris would have been unbearable in his younger years, especially while wasted all the time. It's just a shame all those bridges had to be burned over stuff like that but it happens. I do hear TBC have a good touring band now so maybe they've found a new stride despite all the BS from the past.
I am gonna say, I wanted to hate this new lineup but then they got Isaiah Mitchell and I was excited again...only to be disappointed again when they said just the first album and no jamming. The combo of Rich and Isaiah COULD be amazing. In the past few years I listened to Earthless way more than the Black Crowes honestly
I remember having a choice of 2 cd’s
Black crowes or Slayer’s seasons in the abyss
I got slayer
Money
Whoooah. I'm at the part where Bud Light wanted to sponsor their tour for a million dollars. Isn't Chris allowed to grow and change his mind like every other human being on planet earth?
Other than that, this was a really good video. We all know Chris's ego and bipolar disorder is the reason The Black Crowes broke up. For a period in the early 90's they were the best band in the world. The musicianship was phenomenal. Marc Ford and Ed (RIP) were key during those years until Marc got too messed up. Helluva band.
Oh yeah, the email from Chris's wife was precious. Such a weakass move by Chris.
Jeffrey, sure I think people do change and maybe Chris has... now. Maybe he's finally grown up and learned how to be a better person, brother, etc. However, back in the 90s, no, I don't think Chris had changed at all, as he was still in his self-absorbed asshole prime. Being a jerk and keeping as much money for himself was all he cared about up until recently. But yeah, hell of a band at one point. Thanks for watching and for the comment!
I read the book when it came out. I enjoyed the insight. But, I also understood it was Steve's POV. Your summary kinda sounds like you're speaking facts. I wasn't there. You weren't there. We don't know who was thinking what. Steve is a great narrator and I'm sure a pretty solid dude. But it's his word, not the gospel.
The beloved Robinson Brothers have said. They do not want anyone from there past to be on this new tour ....Also sorry to say Steve is an manipulator...he tried to get Chris and Rich to keep fighting The truth needs to come out Steve seems like a nice man and has some good qualities but like all of us he has some issues as well..All that money and fame means nothing..... how sad it is t this band were so great and like Brothers.. yet they treated each other at times horribly. I am sure there were more good times than bad.... at that time money does not always solve always solve all of life's problems .. I help and work with the homeless and do whatever I can to help anyone. anyone...I have also sang my entire life .
By what you discribe of the original drummer's testimony in his memoir, I don't see it lasting for very long. I clearly believe this is all clearly for money, and the Robinson brothers seem maladaptive to me, thus the obvious sayings come to mind, "history repeating itself ", or "a leopard can never change its spots". One or both the brothers have massive egos or so it seems, and some form of drama is bound to erupt. Look back at what happened to Styx. Parallels.
Thanks for the comment Pam! Gorman also wrote about a time when their father passed away and it actually brought the two brothers closer together but even that was short lived. So, while I wish them the best, I wouldn't be shocked if it collapsed either.
This band is my favorite band. This is a 1 sided story. Did you talk to the brothers
As a songriter i understand why Rich refused Jimmy Page offer to cowrite. When you write songs, its your babys, any outside influence just doesn't feel right.
And also they would then became just Page's backing band
@vtrifonoff Firstly, let's say Rich honestly didn't want to write a song with Page, certainly there could have been a more polite way to do it. Jimmy came away so insulted, he cancelled the the rest of the tour, 30+ dates because it wasn't worth his back pain.
However, you also have to consider the time when all this was proposed. It was the late 90s when the Crowes had become unmarketable. There wasn't much interest from record labels, promoters or even fans. Those shows with Jimmy were electric and a collaboration could have worked to both their advantages. I mean, who turns down a chance to do anything with with former Zeppelin songwriter/guitarist Jimmy Page at a time like that? I'd say you'd have to be pretty delusional or full of yourself to not even indulge that offer, even in the smallest way. The Black Crowes still haven't made any splashes since that time and it's been 20 years. Although I don't remember Gorman speculating this in his book, I wonder if Rich was simply jealous of having someone better than him up on stage night after night and getting so much of the adoration.
By the way, I appreciate your comment and under normal circumstances I can see your point... but considering the low point they were at and you have Jimmy Page offering to help, why turn down that golden opportunity?
Perhaps.....but it was JIMMY PAGE.
Rich in my opinion is one of the greatest guitar/song writers ever.
@@RushTrader if it were a case of feeling upstaged then Rich must have felt it every night sharing a stage with Marc Ford.
This book seems ok but did the drummer have any faults and wrongs.
My family and myself will not disclose on here ..where I had obtained that information.. pertaining to how Steve Gorman....was manipulative and had tried to keep the Brothers Chris n Rich at odds.....some people like power and money and control I hope Steve can humble himself one day and ask for the Brothers forgiveness..
Anna, thanks for all your comments! Steve did say when the Robinson brothers were in lockstep, they were a force to reckon with. So, I could see some incentive to keep them at odds as a survival move. However, there's no question it was a toxic environment for a variety of reasons and a shame nobody from the old band can join them now but life doesn't always go that way.
It's all about money now.i wont give them a dollar.
Wow, talk about so many missed opportunities with this band. I loved the first 2 albums and thought they were great with Jimmy Page on the live album. I can't imagine ever turning away a guitar great like Mr Page, who's there to help and give solid advice. Jimmy Page had no ego and is world famous yet Richie Robinson thinks he's Elton John! Well, we know which band will always stand the test of time. I'm definitely going to look into getting this book. Great work as always Anthony!
Thanks Jimmy! Yeah, there's much more to the whole Jimmy saga, what I included in the video was only scratching the surface. The book has so may great insights into the music business as well as the Crowes, definitely worth the read!
Rich does not think he is Elton John.
Sounds like Abuse to me...some one should have intervened more. Do you all not realize this and that perhaps also Chris was and maybe still is a Narcissists' ////.which is a serious problem ''What if he had really hurt Rich or someone else....I plan to read this book....Furthermore RICH IS NOT SOCIALLY OCKWARD HE IS BRILLANT AND QUIET AND INTROSPECTIVE ..His coolness and a bit of a mystery... makes Rich even more hotter he is not all goofy and silly and loud ........ which are turnoffs ..... Rich is a guitar legend
Rush Trader Dude, too many ads.
Thanks for the feedback, I'll check into this...
They didn’t change they almost kill a fan in Australia concert last year , fan jump on stage and Rich Robison guitarist he used his guitar as weapon hit dude and Chris trying to enter in fight , really bad attitude those brothers , they not want fan enjoy have fun just they trying kill poor fan
You have to have a pretty big ego as a guitar player to disrespect Jimmy Page.
Fun fact.....most of Keith's big hits were fairly basic riffs played on a guitar with open G tuning.
It was his secret weapon.
Many of the Crowes hits are also played in open G tuning.
Alls fair in Rock N Roll.
Thanks for the comment! And you're right, how do you turn down Jimmy Page? Doesn't sound like he was asking for much and could have been killer. It might have led to him playing with them now or perhaps would have led to doing more solo stuff. As you can see, Page went kinda silent after this and hasn't done too much.
I never cared for them.
"Shake Your Moneymaker" tour name could not be more suited. C band at best. One good album.
You are a clown.