It is a shame, that is for sure. Add in his composing and singing skills, and Buck gets my vote for greatest rock n roll musician of the last 50 years. Yet only an enlightened few know who he is.
The extra verse is: "Now I never rise until the sun falls, and my vision knows no walls. I'm looking for ladies walking alone. They forget the day, when they hear me say I Love The Night."
Thanks for this clip. Blue Oyster Cult are an American Treasure. Totally original and groundbreaking in every aspect of their music. Way ahead of the pack. Buck is simply the Greatest. NOBODY comes close to his virtuosity and melodic playing. This band is timeless.
I saw them a several times but they never played this live when I saw them! Ahhh, BOC! Straight ahead 70s rock pre-PC sensorship when rock was loud but eclectic, cars loud & fast, you could tell a girl she was hot (or a fox!) and not be considered an "attack on women", we worked hard, earned our way & played even harder! Thanks for sharing this killer clip. Peace out my felloe Rock & Roll refugees!
There are very few bands that I get sick of listening too, this isnt one of them. From Buck to Albert and Joe, truly amazing musicians and imho, Buck and Al are in the top 5 for their respective instruments.
I love the night is surely the best slow rock song of all time. I never get tired of hearing it and and the beautiful guitar work and vocals/lyrics are some of the tastiest music that you"ll ever hear!
BOC is the most talented American rock band bar none. Buck is the best American guitarist. They (the original line up with the Bouchard brothers) could more than hold their own against anyone. Certainly the most unique band and they excelled at any type of rock n roll they recorded. Never really made a bad album. Should be in the R&RHOF because they are totally what rock n roll is about.
A close listen reveals that this song is about a man who is bitten by a female vampire and turned into one: "Her kiss that night told me it was over" (his life), "One look in the mirror told me so" (he couldn't see his reflection, a sure sign that he's a vampire).
cliff tucker or as in my case the from a woman who I believe was the devil in disguise and when we first met we both mention this song...When does that ever happen best song by BOC and non of my friends never heard it but she did... The kiss from the devil I love...
cliff tucker, the way I read it was that another lover told him that their relationship was over, and while out grieving that, the lady in white came to him and started the initiation/seduction into the vampire way (you can't really call it "life" ;-) While he was with her he looked in the mirror and the lady in white had no reflection. This version is notable in that it has the extra verse not shown on the BÖC website that includes "my vision knows no walls". It's a pleasurable shock to hear an old familiar song with a wonderful "new" add-in! Just saw BÖC a couple of months ago in Paso Robles, despite it being 'just' a county fair the staging and sound were very very good and the show quite enjoyable. "Missing" verse (Albert was quoted that they made Buck leave it off the studio album): Now I never rise until the sun falls And my vision knows no walls And I'm looking for ladies walking alone They regret the day when they hear me say...
You know it's a about a vampire when it says "I live to see those rays drift away" meaning she can't wait until the sun rays dissapear i.e. the Sun to set so she can come out.
I’m glad they started playing some deep cuts from years ago. For the true fan, nothing is as sweet as hearing a song you’ve been listening to on vinyl for 30 years finally played live.
The first time I heard BOC was in 72 when my friend bought their first album because of the artwork. We listened to the whole album and I was hooked. The vocals and the guitars was what got me. I've been their fan ever since. They just get better but the first album will always be my favorite. They are unique.
Ahh, I freakin fell in love with this the first time I heard it in 77/78. First time I've heard it live. Thank you HarlJHogg. It's always puzzled me as to why this song never became a hit. It's right up there with 'Reaper'.
Saw BOC about 2 months ago in Halifax, Buck played a solo instrumental to give everyone a break. It was insane. This guy is a fucking guitar wizard. He melted everyones face that night. Also then came the last days of may was beyond words. Blooms voice may be going, but Buck only ever gets better.
I love this song, and to me, Buck will always be one of the best guitarists in the world, and Eric is so amazing at his age he looks even younger every year and with such energy, long live BOC ! This was a great tour with Allen, Bobby and Danny ...
I agree Steven! I forgot this song until the other day. I was having a beer with some friends, and seen it on the jukebox. I play it every time I go in there. Another song I love is Seasons of Wither by Aerosmith!
Incredible band. Seen them many times. Their music had more meaning and was always so deep. No two albums sounded exactly the same. A rarity in any band's catalogue. Buck's great! RIP, Allen.
I love this song it reminds me of great summer nights riding around Lake Fairlee, VT with my brother Eric and a bunch of camp girls in the back of his old scout. We listened to BOC all night.I hope to see BOC in concert some day. Thank you . SB God Bless
I've seen them around 30 times myself and last night was the first time I've seen them do it live. AND it was their first "unplugged" acoustic show ever. It was aMAzing!
Going to see them on September 28, 2024 in Laughlin, NV! My wife bought tickets for my birthday...I haven't seen them since 1981 back in Indiana! I am so fucking fired up...she just told me!
Saw BOC in concert at Martin Park ..Loves Park Illinois...they couldn't do the lazer show but hell it was the music I came for. And they blew it out of the park...one of my best teen memories
I was there that nite @ 4th&B in downtown San Diego. One of the best shows Ive seen them play from both setlist & performance standpoint and Ive seen BOC over 30 times in my life.
you're lucky. this song is one of the "unsung" BOC classics. this live version is nice, although i prefer the studio version which in my mind is a 80's masterpiece. as good as any rock ballad ever. would love to find a studio extended version!
I love this song and this BAND, for decades... I didn't know there was a long version (duh). Where are the lyrics? BOC lyrics, Buck's guitar, their harmonies, mood, meaning = indescribable beauty.
Nice post. Thanks. I was talking with Eric Bloom a few months ago and he confirmed that the band would never release a studio version with the third verse. He said "If it ain't already out there it's not coming out." :(
Harl, this is Skipper309 from the old AOL BOC days! Thanks for posting... after 40 years it still feels the same as if a brand new song. You turned me on to this extended version back in the early 90s. Hope all is well with you - namaste my friend.
my brother said several months before he died this lovely lady in white with saphire eyes was getting closer - he knew when death was coming - so when she gets here I'm gone - she must have came for him -so true
The Lady in White refers to Lucy from the Dracula movie, and most likely the book. It's been a long time since I read it though, so I can't recall how closely the movie references the book.
Six shows live in two states for me and I've never seen this song played. What kills me is I missed this show and 4th and B is in my freaking home town. A friend who goes to a lot of BOC shows with me complains we can never hear many of their songs live because they are addicted to turning EVERY song performed live into a ten to twenty minute "jam" so at the end of the show you've only heard ten songs or less. Kinda true. Anyway, great song and my wife's favourite BOC tune. Vampires.
"the day is okay, and the sun can be fun, but I live to see those rays slip away"
Hearing this song takes me back.
What a tragically underrated guitarist...
It is a shame, that is for sure. Add in his composing and singing skills, and Buck gets my vote for greatest rock n roll musician of the last 50 years. Yet only an enlightened few know who he is.
Yup. The guy is a genius.
Buck is Not tragic!!!
Buck is worth North of $10 million & gets to do what he loves doing everyday .... by my own experiences that is FAR from tragic.
Best American lead guitarist period!
The extra verse is:
"Now I never rise until the sun falls,
and my vision knows no walls.
I'm looking for ladies walking alone.
They forget the day, when they hear me say
I Love The Night."
!!! I wonder if it was included only in their live shows? I have seen them live twice but I'm fairly certain I didn't hear this one played.
I think there are more alternate lyrics too though. Or am I hearing it incorrectly?
Huh... is this song about the POV of a serial killer or something?
@@pentalway Nope, it's a vampire story.
@@pentalway nope about Vampire
Thanks for this clip. Blue Oyster Cult are an American Treasure. Totally original and groundbreaking in every aspect of their music. Way ahead of the pack. Buck is simply the Greatest. NOBODY comes close to his virtuosity and melodic playing.
This band is timeless.
I love cruising around on summer nights with the windows down listening to this song, just like I did back when it first came out.
Such a fantastic love ballad! This is Blue Oyster Cults best tune! I listen to this song with tears in my eyes!
I saw them a several times but they never played this live when I saw them! Ahhh, BOC! Straight ahead 70s rock pre-PC sensorship when rock was loud but eclectic, cars loud & fast, you could tell a girl she was hot (or a fox!) and not be considered an "attack on women", we worked hard, earned our way & played even harder! Thanks for sharing this killer clip. Peace out my felloe Rock & Roll refugees!
Exactly!
this lead guitarist never gets old.
Donald Roeser
He just gets better...
There are very few bands that I get sick of listening too, this isnt one of them. From Buck to Albert and Joe, truly amazing musicians and imho, Buck and Al are in the top 5 for their respective instruments.
I love the night is surely the best slow rock song of all time. I never get tired of hearing it and and the beautiful guitar work and vocals/lyrics are some of the tastiest music that you"ll ever hear!
BOC is the most talented American rock band bar none. Buck is the best American guitarist. They (the original line up with the Bouchard brothers) could more than hold their own against anyone. Certainly the most unique band and they excelled at any type of rock n roll they recorded. Never really made a bad album. Should be in the R&RHOF because they are totally what rock n roll is about.
A close listen reveals that this song is about a man who is bitten by a female vampire and turned into one: "Her kiss that night told me it was over" (his life), "One look in the mirror told me so" (he couldn't see his reflection, a sure sign that he's a vampire).
cliff tucker or as in my case the from a woman who I believe was the devil in disguise and when we first met we both mention this song...When does that ever happen best song by BOC and non of my friends never heard it but she did... The kiss from the devil I love...
hmmmm....i like that interpretation better than the nasty drug usage idea. lol. i'll have to look at this song some more.......
cliff tucker, the way I read it was that another lover told him that their relationship was over, and while out grieving that, the lady in white came to him and started the initiation/seduction into the vampire way (you can't really call it "life" ;-) While he was with her he looked in the mirror and the lady in white had no reflection.
This version is notable in that it has the extra verse not shown on the BÖC website that includes "my vision knows no walls". It's a pleasurable shock to hear an old familiar song with a wonderful "new" add-in! Just saw BÖC a couple of months ago in Paso Robles, despite it being 'just' a county fair the staging and sound were very very good and the show quite enjoyable.
"Missing" verse (Albert was quoted that they made Buck leave it off the studio album):
Now I never rise until the sun falls
And my vision knows no walls
And I'm looking for ladies walking alone
They regret the day when they hear me say...
You know it's a about a vampire when it says "I live to see those rays drift away" meaning she can't wait until the sun rays dissapear i.e. the Sun to set so she can come out.
Well since the next track on the album is titled "Nosferatu" I'd say you are correct!
I’m glad they started playing some deep cuts from years ago. For the true fan, nothing is as sweet as hearing a song you’ve been listening to on vinyl for 30 years finally played live.
The first time I heard BOC was in 72 when my friend bought their first album because of the artwork. We listened to the whole album and I was hooked. The vocals and the guitars was what got me. I've been their fan ever since. They just get better but the first album will always be my favorite. They are unique.
No other band comes close.... Awesome band.
That was about the time I heard them. They were kind of known by word of mouth on Long Island. I now love them more than ever.
With that last verse there is no denying that this song is about a vampire.
Ahh, I freakin fell in love with this the first time I heard it in 77/78. First time I've heard it live. Thank you HarlJHogg.
It's always puzzled me as to why this song never became a hit. It's right up there with 'Reaper'.
I don't think I love the night was ever released as a single. I love the song too, and Spectres album
The guitar playing is fucking gorgeous.
Saw BOC about 2 months ago in Halifax, Buck played a solo instrumental to give everyone a break. It was insane. This guy is a fucking guitar wizard. He melted everyones face that night. Also then came the last days of may was beyond words. Blooms voice may be going, but Buck only ever gets better.
Big fan 40 plus years....3 concerts in the 80s and this is my favorite.... Bucks guitar riffs are incredible ......love the entire Spectres album .
This is a perfect song...Always has been..
I love this song, and to me, Buck will always be one of the best guitarists in the world, and Eric is so amazing at his age he looks even younger every year and with such energy, long live BOC ! This was a great tour with Allen, Bobby and Danny ...
This song gives me chills
I'm speechless .... way beyond beautiful ....
I agree Steven! I forgot this song until the other day. I was having a beer with some friends, and seen it on the jukebox. I play it every time I go in there. Another song I love is Seasons of Wither by Aerosmith!
I was there.Will never forget that show. Wow!
Incredible band. Seen them many times. Their music had more meaning and was always so deep. No two albums sounded exactly the same. A rarity in any band's catalogue.
Buck's great!
RIP, Allen.
I cant figure out who was the most awesome, Allen or Buck.. Best band ever...
This was a performance for the ages. Just absolutely sublime.
WHAT A GREAT SONG BY A GREAT BAND!!!THEY EVEN INCLUDED THE RARE OBSCURE 3RD VERSE SADLY NOT USED ON THEIR GREAT ALBUM SPECTRES!!B.O.C!!!
I love this song it reminds me of great summer nights riding around Lake Fairlee, VT with my brother Eric and a bunch of camp girls in the back of his old scout. We listened to BOC all night.I hope to see BOC in concert some day. Thank you .
SB
God Bless
holy crap I was at this show! One of the best concerts I've seen in my life thus far!
Now THATS what you call music.
who would dislike this? I mean after seeking it out and watching it...WTF is there to not LOVE?
B.O.C. fan for years. Buck does his own on this track and it is beautiful.
One of the most interesting bands of all time. Under rated and overshadowed by larger flashier acts.
What a sweet sounding guitar. Buck made it ooze with pure extacy from the(his)heart. Like Nobody Else.
Thank you so much for posting this.This song means a lot to me.Also thanks to Blue Oyster Cult for this song,eternally thankful.
One of the greatest songs ever written ever!!!
Not sure why they wouldn't play this at every show...I've seen them 25/30 times and haven't seen this yet!
the guitar in this song cuts through me,...great stuff,...so beautiful,...Thx BOC,...Rock and Roll will never die !!
I've seen them around 30 times myself and last night was the first time I've seen them do it live. AND it was their first "unplugged" acoustic show ever. It was aMAzing!
Awesome - I never knew they did this live
I've seen them 25 times since 1981, Buck is a Guitar God!
seeing them again a few times in OR this summer!
Going to see them on September 28, 2024 in Laughlin, NV! My wife bought tickets for my birthday...I haven't seen them since 1981 back in Indiana! I am so fucking fired up...she just told me!
Has there ever been a guitarist who is able to compose such beautiful, melodic haunting riffs in his songs?
Saw BOC in concert at Martin Park ..Loves Park Illinois...they couldn't do the lazer show but hell it was the music I came for. And they blew it out of the park...one of my best teen memories
Excellent performance
I loved that line up with Bobby Rondinelli and Danny Miranda. Such an awesome song.
amazing performance great band!
Buck Dharma shreds the "Cheeseberger!!!"
I was there that nite @ 4th&B in downtown San Diego. One of the best shows Ive seen them play from both setlist & performance standpoint and Ive seen BOC over 30 times in my life.
+steve mcnary seen them 3 times in the 70s.............allways been my favorite band.
Im jealous...Ive seen them 5 times.
Lost for words. The best
top 10 best songs ever
One of the most interestsing and intelligent as well. Not many metal bands have talented songwriters (especially most 80's metal).
This is so awesome!...love the revised guitar licks...its my fav version!
Man this is one of my fav BOC songs!
Welcome to the brilliance that is BOC enjoy the ride, they have so many great songs.
you're lucky. this song is one of the "unsung" BOC classics.
this live version is nice, although i prefer the studio version which in my mind is a 80's masterpiece. as good as any rock ballad ever. would love to find a studio extended version!
that track freakin
' rocks !!! slow but heavy at the same time.
Absolutely beautiful song
Just incredible! I love the different lyrics. B*O*C are the most underrated rock band in history. Listen to Buck play. Amazing!
Buck is the best guitarist i have ever seen live and I have seen a lot.
Just an incredible love ballad! One of the most under rated songs of all time!
One of my favorite BOC songs. Great Band
Bk Swanson. I like this song and "you're not the one I was looking for " and both me and my friend Hugh like the last days of may. and 35 other songs
Wow they sound pretty good live!
OMG I love this song and this video is the ultimate treat!!!
What a very underrated group this song is awesome both the live version and the studio version it’s a shame tgey get so little love on the radio
Love the cult!!
A superb version of an all-time classic BOC track. Thanks for posting this!!
Man! That was just phucking awesome!
What a beautiful song!! BOC are underrated, they’re great musicians. Love them.
Ahhhhh, one of my favorite songs off of Spectres.
I was there! Seems like yesterday, and a hundred years ago!
Video as entered my "Hidden RUclips Treasure's" playlist,....
Don't tell anyone!!
thanks for posting!!!!
Thank you. Been looking for that.
Legendary!
I love this song and this BAND, for decades... I didn't know there was a long version (duh). Where are the lyrics? BOC lyrics, Buck's guitar, their harmonies, mood, meaning = indescribable beauty.
A friend of mine's high school english teacher was Eric Bloom's sister. I watched Eric and him talk about after a show. Pretty interesting.
I LOVE THE B.O.C.!!!
Thanks for posting the lyrics
Bad ass song # 1 American band of all time 😎
The fact that BOC are not yet in the R&R Hall of Fame, is beyond me...
All time favorite BOC song!
Nice post. Thanks. I was talking with Eric Bloom a few months ago and he confirmed that the band would never release a studio version with the third verse. He said "If it ain't already out there it's not coming out." :(
That's right!! I have the collection and I completely forgot about it! Thanks for the reminder! :)
Excelent!
i live for the night , the sun can be fun , and the day is okay , but i love to see those rays slip away , , , , , , , ,
Bow down to Buck... the head-bobbing master!
Sure would like to see this live. After about 15 shows I finally saw what was left of BOC(Buck&Eric)do Shooting Shark just last year.
Harl, this is Skipper309 from the old AOL BOC days! Thanks for posting... after 40 years it still feels the same as if a brand new song. You turned me on to this extended version back in the early 90s. Hope all is well with you - namaste my friend.
Even though I'm 2 years late it really is good to hear from you skipper!
You got it.
This song haunts me!
would love to see comments from BOC fans about which songs they feel have the
most profound meaning, thank you so much!
Yeah 1978 Korea, should have been there, US Army.
1977,1978,1979,1980
I love the night
Vanessa - Himynameisvans what do you mean - all those songs - when I was in the Army and used blast them all lol
Cities on Flame , with R n R ,
I Love The night .!
a large portion of their "hits" are co-written, or written lyrically by Sandy Pearlman. Great writer too, glad they work together.
my brother said several months before he died this lovely lady in white with saphire eyes was getting closer - he knew when death was coming - so when she gets here I'm gone - she must have came for him -so true
The Lady in White refers to Lucy from the Dracula movie, and most likely the book.
It's been a long time since I read it though, so I can't recall how closely the movie references the book.
As always, "Go Buck!"
Six shows live in two states for me and I've never seen this song played. What kills me is I missed this show and 4th and B is in my freaking home town.
A friend who goes to a lot of BOC shows with me complains we can never hear many of their songs live because they are addicted to turning EVERY song performed live into a ten to twenty minute "jam" so at the end of the show you've only heard ten songs or less. Kinda true.
Anyway, great song and my wife's favourite BOC tune.
Vampires.
💪😎👍MY BAND
I get the feeling L's theme from Death Note was heavily inspired by this song.
Nostradamus in the house!
So it is about Vampires after all. :)