Dinizio had a smooth and unique voice and wrote brilliant pop songs. It’s sad that he’s gone now but the songs will live on and the music will be their legacy! Thanks Pat! RIP
I saw The Smithereens around this time at the Arlington Theater in Indianapolis. After the show, the band did a few encores, then left the stage for about 20 minutes. After most of the crowd left, the band came back and played requested cover songs for about two hours. Loud as hell!
How is it these guys aren't mentioned with the same respect as The Replacements and The Cult when it comes to 80's "alternative" guitar bands with great lyrics?
I never considered them alternative. But I went up to the singer of a cover band once ....all black and leather....did a lot like Social Distortion, Cult....."why dont you cover them?" He was like....."You know...they would be great .....we just ...hadn't thought them......" Next few times, they were playing them.
It is kind of weird that they seem to get forgotten. But, I don't think anyone even mentions The Replacements anymore, either. The Cult had a bigger international level of fame, but I never see anything about them mentioned.
I think it may be because compared to the other alternative bands of the time, The Smithereens’ music was very basic and rudimentary. Not to say it’s bad, far the fuck from it, but it’s just simpler compared to the other big bands.
I think the smithereens, the gin blossoms and toad the wet sprocket sounds similar in how their music is arranged, I would put the replacement with bands like the gas light anthem in terms of music arrangement
not so much underrated as the fact that when this song came out, 80s metal was going out and grunge was taking over ..... I remember this song coming out , didn't get the radio play in favor of a Nirvana and other 90s grunge bands
Saw them as a senior in high school in Foster Auditorium at the University of Alabama in the spring of 1990 and it is STILL the best show I've ever seen!
I went to the same high school as Pat, but didn't know him. He graduated two years before me, I assume, given our respective years of birth. The Smithereens are one of my favorite bands. RIP, Pat.
This is truly great guitar pop rock. Saw them live in the early 90’s and they simply blew the place away. Great show. I used to love to go on long road trips with their music blasting. Blessings.
I don’t know if they just didn’t have the “look” or whatever, but these guys never got the attention they REALLY deserved. Yeah, they did ok, but should have been huge. RIP Pat.
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If you love the band like I do, go back and listen to the Ramones - great 3 chord songs are a bitch to write and make interesting…I’ve never been able to do it Just ask Hank Williams and Woody Guthrie….
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RIP - Pat. Smithereens amazing authentic rock and roll.
One of those bands that should have been way more popular than they were. Tons of great tunes. The coolest garage band ever.
I was a DJ from 1986-91 I played the S out of them,.....and everyone would ask "Who is that"
absolutly! they were great! very catchy!
Straight ahead pedal to the metal Rock n Roll. RIP Pat !!!
Indeed! What made them so refreshing was that they were just a pure guitar band, that wasn’t metal or punk or 80s sounding or anything.
Dinizio had a smooth and unique voice and wrote brilliant pop songs.
It’s sad that he’s gone now but the songs will live on and the music will be their legacy!
Thanks Pat!
RIP
Love the Smithereens! So underrated!
This really is lightning in a bottle
RIP Pat , you were a great guy, the memories I had of you guys ill forever be dear.
Which one is Pat the singer ?
I saw The Smithereens around this time at the Arlington Theater in Indianapolis. After the show, the band did a few encores, then left the stage for about 20 minutes. After most of the crowd left, the band came back and played requested cover songs for about two hours. Loud as hell!
he was a true rocker
I keep coming back to The Smithereens.
No shit?!?!
As a aging Indianapolis punk rocker I miss the Arlington theatre! Last show I saw there was fugazi in 94 or 95.
I saw em do something similar at the Pony NYE!
How is it these guys aren't mentioned with the same respect as The Replacements and The Cult when it comes to 80's "alternative" guitar bands with great lyrics?
True
I never considered them alternative. But I went up to the singer of a cover band once ....all black and leather....did a lot like Social Distortion, Cult....."why dont you cover them?" He was like....."You know...they would be great .....we just ...hadn't thought them......" Next few times, they were playing them.
It is kind of weird that they seem to get forgotten. But, I don't think anyone even mentions The Replacements anymore, either. The Cult had a bigger international level of fame, but I never see anything about them mentioned.
I think it may be because compared to the other alternative bands of the time, The Smithereens’ music was very basic and rudimentary. Not to say it’s bad, far the fuck from it, but it’s just simpler compared to the other big bands.
I think the smithereens, the gin blossoms and toad the wet sprocket sounds similar in how their music is arranged, I would put the replacement with bands like the gas light anthem in terms of music arrangement
One of the coolest rock songs evaaaah! 😎
Can't get enough of this song
The more I listen to the band the more I love this music.
This was a great song, played often on the radio back late 80's,
They sounded just as good live, as on their albums.
Pat was a sweet heart and this was a great band loved in Seattle and by me ❤️
There's that SG and Marshall crunch!!.. can't be beat for driving rock tunes!!👍👍
absolutely one of the best bands of that decade. So good.
Wow, they were super tight. I saw one of Pat's very last shows. I know you are rocking in heaven Pat. And thank you Jimmy for keeping the dream alive.
Smooth and powerful live performance. Great underrated band.
not so much underrated as the fact that when this song came out, 80s metal was going out and grunge was taking over ..... I remember this song coming out , didn't get the radio play in favor of a Nirvana and other 90s grunge bands
@@timfremstad3434oh yeah, and Kurt LOVED this band and Nirvana copied them big time hehe
So many good memories partying to this band.
I saw Pat DiNizio 22-23 years ago at a bar near my house. 10 bucks for Pat and his guitar. He took requests and was the nicest guy ever.
Nothing like good ole' New Jersey rock. Straight-up rock, that is.
I actually remember watching this when it aired 33 years ago as a 24 yr. old. Lifetimes ago.
So raw and gritty,but polished as a kick ass group.Rip Pat,you had a great voice and stage presence.👍✌️
I saw the Smithereens at Music Midtown Festival back in Atlanta, and they kicked ass.
If you came here on a whim or by accident do yourself a favor and get "11". All great songs. GO. NOW.
Jersey boys. Solid. The misfits were Jersey boys too. Just like the guys in that play
Agree, one of my favorite albums! Now I need to get it out and have a listen, it's been a while.
The green album is great
The 1st three albums are quite good. The debut is the best for me, then the green one & lastly 11. Can't go wrong with any of these!
Great band and song ♥️ the Smithereens!!
Arsenio had the best musical guests in the industry during his prime.
Love me some smithereens ❤
Saw them as a senior in high school in Foster Auditorium at the University of Alabama in the spring of 1990 and it is STILL the best show I've ever seen!
Power pop masters. Love these kind of guitar solos too.
I went to the same high school as Pat, but didn't know him. He graduated two years before me, I assume, given our respective years of birth. The Smithereens are one of my favorite bands. RIP, Pat.
Supposedly arsenio had the best sounding stage in the country. True fact
Back when the networks actually invested in their shows.
It's sounds fantastic! I agree 100% SNL and LETTERMAN were horrible!
I usually love this song but I can hardly hear it.
A great live performance. That song is classic.
2024... now....such damn good shit!
I like the ending for this concert performance-better than a fadeout.
Amazing, pure rock n' roll. Hugs from Brazil!
Damn he sings amazing live.😮
They were The Cure meets The Romones. Respect.
I see where you are coming from.
Pure rock n roll. Rest In Peace, Pat.
A favorite band for me! RIP Pat!
Just found out the singer died i always loved this band
Same -- Green Thoughts is my fav album.
@@johnnymeyer4253 Green Thoughts is very special in that it is one of the few flawless albums ever.
saw them in 1990 Montreal absolutely blew me away
RIP Pat....great band that still sounds awesome.
greatest rock n roll band eva .....
Cool intro from Arsenio. Nice to put the music and artist in a bit of context instead of just throwing it to them.
Very under rated band
Daaaaaaaaaang they were good.
They still are, google them and check their touring schedule.
Ah y de Smithereens grupazo, que buen grupo
best rock and roll tune EVAH!@
This Band is so cool
This is truly great guitar pop rock. Saw them live in the early 90’s and they simply blew the place away. Great show. I used to love to go on long road trips with their music blasting. Blessings.
Great, fun tune
tremendous track, great band
Amazing!!
Great performance! Brings back some wonderful memories of their music!
Dancers, Romancers was just a fantastic album
🤟🎵🎶❤️🔥🔥♥️ rip pat 😢 😪💔🕊️!!!!
JUST LIKE THE RECORDING! Perfecto!
Terrific of course. My only regret seeing these guys live was the lack of harmony vocals.
i've seen them live a few times better than studio maybe you went to venues with not the best sound systems?(esp if outdoors)
Great performance!
Another Jersey entry into musical history
GREAT live band imo Jersey's best sorry BonJovi fans
Excellent Band!!!
Powerful
By 1991 this song was aged and helped deliver the old Boston Garden a nice show before the sunset of everything.
What a great song I think bands like smithereens help set the stage for grunge
Undoubtedly
Drummer Dennis Diken is "Frank Beard Cool" in my opinion. HUGE hitter who makes it look easy. These guys had a truly original sound in my opinion.
Nice, dirty groove.
OH YEAH!!!!
Wow! So sad!😢
These guys were Awesome back in the day. Very talented.
Badass
Cutting edge of American rock and roll? Okay
You really got me
Great band!
legends 👑👑👑👑👑
That riff was familiar yet really loud and brash
I always thought the Smithereens, April Wine, and Triumph are for some reason rarely heard or played. I just don't get it.
I don’t know if they just didn’t have the “look” or whatever, but these guys never got the attention they REALLY deserved. Yeah, they did ok, but should have been huge. RIP Pat.
play 11 cd all the time
I gotta they got steamrolled by the grunge crazy
I miss when people really played instruments and really sang
Good friend s with this men, sad
RIP PAT
No Smitherreens, No Nirvana.
Very true! Kurt loved these guys and Nirvana copied them on Nevermind big time hehe
For some reason, Pat DiNizio looks like Martin Landau.
When they play this live there is something missing-A Female background vocalist.
Drummer has a similar style to the guy who drums for cheap trick
Sir Ghastly Graves
This is the first time I've seen this particular performance and I have to say they seem a bit off?
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If you love the band like I do, go back and listen to the Ramones - great 3 chord songs are a bitch to write and make interesting…I’ve never been able to do it
Just ask Hank Williams and Woody Guthrie….
Lower key, a slower tempo and to distorted . So different from when it 1st originally came out.i didn't feel the true vibe. God bless all rockers.
DHT Damaged hair
NEW JERSEY UBER ALLES
It's time to shave that head, buddy!
What happened to late night hosts like Arsenio and the others/ instead of the left wing media mouthpieces we're stuck with now !!!###
Sounds like crap on a Fender.
Holy crap, these guys stunk
NOT MANY BANDS USE TRIPPLE MARSHALL STACKS.
BRING THEM BACK.
pat reminds me of general zod from superman '81