Van Morrison: Live at Montreux 1980 (High Quality)

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  • Опубликовано: 1 фев 2025
  • Recorded live on July 10, 1980 at the Montreux Jazz Festival. An all-timer.
    Van Morrison - vocals, electric guitar | Pee Wee Ellis - soprano, tenor, alto and baritone saxophones, background vocals | Mark Isham - soprano saxophone, trumpet, flugelhorn, piccolo trumpet, bass trumpet, background vocals | John Allair - Hammond organ, synthesizer, background vocals | Jef Labes - piano, fender rhodes | John Platania - electric guitar | David Hayes - bass, background vocals | Dahaud Shaar - drums, percussion | Peter Van Hooke - drums

Комментарии • 216

  • @jackieromero3835
    @jackieromero3835 Час назад +1

    Thank u God for everything we are and everything we will be

  • @JaneMc-hp4yl
    @JaneMc-hp4yl 19 часов назад +6

    So nice to wake up on a Sunday morning, sit here on my deck enjoying a coffee in my beautiful garden on the Gold Coast Australia 🦘🐨🦜🇦🇺 & discover this beauty 🙏 especially needed during these times with such horrors happening in our poor broken world 🇵🇸💔, i feel grateful that in this moment I feel less sad 🙏❤️

  • @stpetebeach63
    @stpetebeach63 23 часа назад +4

    Love this band. Mark Isham (trumpet) went on to be a successful film score composer. Peter Van Hooke is my favorite of all the Van drummers. RIP Pee Wee Ellis. Bassist Hayes, guitarist Platania and Allair on organ continued to play with Van (at times) for decades, into the 2020s.

  • @bradyjamesmusic
    @bradyjamesmusic 2 дня назад +8

    What a fucking band

  • @Matt-h2s7j
    @Matt-h2s7j Месяц назад +95

    Its 4:26 am Christmas morning and I'm listening to this as loud as it goes sitting alone in my 08 Trailblazer at a truck stop in South Carolina - licking the wounds of addiction yet again at 50 years old, instead of with my incredible, amazing, gorgeous, very very special 13 and 14 year old daughters showering them with love and laughter and gifts. For the last few hours Ive been feeding my soul with 91 and 93 JGB and 89 Dead just to not jump off a cliff and then somehow this show just popped on so i let it play. Not gonna lie thought numerous times today about just bowing out and then Spirit came through Van out of nowhere seemingly just for me 44 years later from the Great Spirit Above, smacking me sober with "when your giving up hope and you're down in despair...and you turn to the One, and turn inside for a while, And you follow the road that'll get you back out And you follow the road that'll GET YOU BACK HOME, and ya follow the...road that'll GET YOU BACK HOME, when you're giving up, When you're giving up hope and you're down in despair when you're giving up and you keep walking on and you keep walking on and you keep walking on and you follow the road... Joyous Sound indeed...got to change it on the inside first to be Satisfied. All i know the Spirit don't ever die. Stoned me to my soul. So now its time to be quiet, roll up my sleeves, work at this like never before and let the chips fall where they may. Sorry for the novel but i cant afford therapy right now. Thanks for letting me share Good People

    • @Nintendofan1984
      @Nintendofan1984 Месяц назад +6

      Stay strong man. Sending you love from Spain

    • @andrewbutterworth4820
      @andrewbutterworth4820 Месяц назад +6

      @Matt-h2s7j be safe my friend and merry Christmas, you are not alone tonight, let the music guide your soul ♥️

    • @jimbbb
      @jimbbb Месяц назад +4

      Hang in there 🙏

    • @11bumzh11
      @11bumzh11 Месяц назад +4

      Dude , just watch The Big Lebowski! Stay strong!!!

    • @Matt-h2s7j
      @Matt-h2s7j Месяц назад +2

      @11bumzh11 I do mind, the Dude minds. This will not stand ya know, this aggression will not stand man

  • @Stevegorneyreal
    @Stevegorneyreal Месяц назад +57

    My wife stumbled upon this last night. We watched the entire concert crying and moving. Best Christmas present of 2024.

    • @allisonandrews4719
      @allisonandrews4719 Месяц назад +5

      I see the crying thing. Wow

    • @JamesSmith-vi6sy
      @JamesSmith-vi6sy Месяц назад +6

      Does not get any better. Always walked hos own path and we are Blessed for him sharing his soul and talent with us.

    • @LuisFigo1960
      @LuisFigo1960 12 дней назад +1

      Very nice. Happy New Year. And if nothing else works, Van always does!

  • @frankmisaege3520
    @frankmisaege3520 День назад +3

    Saw Van at the Paramount Theatre in Paris, July 2001. Great venue, greater concert. Never forget it.

  • @mikebarker6979
    @mikebarker6979 День назад +3

    The band sound so freaking good.

  • @Aquariustime
    @Aquariustime 3 дня назад +5

    25:57 thank you universe for bringing me this today 💖 This past year was so hard. Rest easy, Mom i live love you 1/29/55•1/29/24

  • @joe-k4x
    @joe-k4x 2 месяца назад +114

    Easy to see and hear why Van decided to release this concert on DVD. This band is one of his finest, not a weak link anywhere. He seems relaxed and lets the band do their thing, fine solos everywhere, two drummers is a special touch also. Huge fan for years.

    • @sevenunez791
      @sevenunez791 2 месяца назад +2

      Pop

    • @TheBella2u
      @TheBella2u Месяц назад +2

      ⁠@@sevenunez791soulful Rock N Roll / Celtic influenced Folk. Sounds blues influenced to me.

    • @TheBella2u
      @TheBella2u Месяц назад +1

      @@sevenunez791nothing wrong with POP music.

    • @ChristineNewberry-hl8cz
      @ChristineNewberry-hl8cz Месяц назад

      Great concert

    • @luisvargas1937
      @luisvargas1937 12 дней назад

      ❤ LO MEJOR Y MAS GRANDE!!!

  • @LuisFigo1960
    @LuisFigo1960 3 месяца назад +88

    For me, there is one musician who plays outside any competition. Van Morrison. My musical hero since the 70s. I have all of his records and dozens of bootlegs.
    This concert here, “Live in Montreaux 1980” is one of his best. I've seen him live more than a dozen times myself. And he is difficult. A “little pyctical asshole”, like so many geniuses. Absolute perfectionist, dictator on stage. And always on the road with the best musicians. Everyone wants to play with him. Every concert is extraordinary, but normally always exactly 90 minutes long. Perfectly played. And every now and then there's a great moment. Then the master is suddenly in another world. He forgets his entire, carefully prepared concept and simply begins to play - as if in a trance. And the musicians are always so good that they can realize his ingenious ideas. Then a jolt goes through the hall and the audience finds itself in another world. I was able to experience it twice. This concert, which I unfortunately wasn't able to experience and only knew as audio, is one of them. I hope it comes across in the same way. Open a glass of wine, smoke a joint, turn up the amplifier and enjoy. Have fun. 💖💕💞💓💝☯☮🎷🎶 Too late to stop now!!!!!

    • @banglapola1
      @banglapola1 2 месяца назад

      so true!
      I just ran into another upload last night, and I can't stop playing repeatedly.
      ruclips.net/video/fAm61jvaHuI/видео.html

    • @agnieszka2313
      @agnieszka2313 2 месяца назад +8

      All his concerts are AMAZING from start to finish😢😢

    • @LuisFigo1960
      @LuisFigo1960 2 месяца назад +10

      @@agnieszka2313 That is correct. He's an incredibly good, exceptional musician with always great bands. I've never seen a bad concert either. But the standard is higher with Van Morrison. Always AMAZING, but sometimes, sometimes when the master is in a really good mood. The environment, the audience and everything else is right, then a miracle happens. Then the master crumples up his plan and throws it into the corner. And then he just plays freely and directly. His fellow musicians are fantastic at this. And then you float and never want to land again. 💖☯☮

    • @floydmeyer9736
      @floydmeyer9736 2 месяца назад +4

      You hit the nail on the head!! He is a very difficult individual to deal with....His music is not difficult to deal with!!
      His response to people in general is to "Sit Down"..."Shut Up" and "Just Listen"!! Or maybe another take on things...
      Just "Listen to the Lion"

    • @LuisFigo1960
      @LuisFigo1960 2 месяца назад +5

      @@floydmeyer9736 That´s right - "Listen to the Lion" Perfect!!

  • @debtslave9225
    @debtslave9225 Месяц назад +14

    That's a first class band right there.

  • @literallyshaking8019
    @literallyshaking8019 Месяц назад +27

    Good lord that intro to Wavelength is magical.

  • @DavidHughes-q8y
    @DavidHughes-q8y Месяц назад +21

    Van is a musical genius. Been listening to him since he was with Them in 1964. Been to 50 of his concerts. Appreciate all you Vanites.

  • @carolineavery8132
    @carolineavery8132 15 дней назад +11

    This is Beautiful. Im so glad I lived during this time.

  • @jont717
    @jont717 29 дней назад +18

    Take me back. Take me way way way back...when music like this used to be played.

  • @johnsrabe
    @johnsrabe Месяц назад +7

    Lord. He’s only 35 here. A baby!

  • @deboramccallum3987
    @deboramccallum3987 4 дня назад +5

    One of the underappreciated talents of yesteryear..thx for posting it

  • @TimMartin-i8u
    @TimMartin-i8u 2 месяца назад +41

    I’m 78 have been listening to him since 1978 ❤ Thank you!

  • @adalouellis5706
    @adalouellis5706 9 дней назад +5

    He looks so good here, and sounds even better. Thank you in 2025!

  • @timmy13152
    @timmy13152 6 дней назад +5

    I have never had the privilege to see Van Morrison live, God willing one day I will. This concert was absolutely great, what a performance by Van and his band. What a collection of fantastic musicians.

  • @gfuqua70
    @gfuqua70 Месяц назад +29

    What an effin band!!! What a group of amazing musicians backing one of the best ever. Good Lord doesnt get much better than this

  • @jkellywwip
    @jkellywwip 2 месяца назад +36

    What a band. VAN IS MY FAVORITE ARTIST. I emailed the late Pee Wee Ellis and he responded which blew me away and said Van was great to work with and they hung out quite often. RIP PEE WEE. What a gentleman

  • @TheMetoyou1
    @TheMetoyou1 12 дней назад +5

    For “Paddy” rest in eternal peace my love .

  • @RichardCraig-z4f
    @RichardCraig-z4f Месяц назад +8

    50 plus years must qualify as genius.

  • @frankcolasanto2519
    @frankcolasanto2519 2 месяца назад +41

    Wow, unbelievable!!! This is what music sounds like!

  • @winesnout
    @winesnout 2 месяца назад +29

    Probably Van's best band ever. Everybody in outstanding form, I believe Van's best concert recording ever.

  • @jafarparkes
    @jafarparkes Месяц назад +14

    Ellis was his arranger for years. RIP PeeWee

  • @Glenlivinit
    @Glenlivinit Месяц назад +16

    He finds THE BEST musicians to play with. Nothing compares....

  • @snowyherge1549
    @snowyherge1549 2 месяца назад +25

    Van at his finest-band vocals and songs-in recent years Van's albums have been frequently awful to poor but 70s to 90s he was easily the finest male artist- this is magical and special! My deep love for him will never die-- needs to release more!

  • @karaeverman1164
    @karaeverman1164 7 дней назад +3

    Deep stuff love me some van Morrison just get lost in his music,

  • @danielpolk3866
    @danielpolk3866 29 дней назад +8

    Troubadors is mind altering. Mark Isham opens with that theme, love the story and vocals, all the dynamic changes, Pee Wee on command going back through the break several times and each one eclipsing the time before all just so astonishing. Vans voice is so right on this entire show.

    • @savethewest8784
      @savethewest8784 27 дней назад +2

      so much amazing pee wee, all so good... van is absolutely foundational to me...saw him most recently in 2017... broke my heart that he and clapton decided to be such self absorbed pathological assholes during covid that i decided neither would ever get another dime from me... but that can't take away from 50+ years what both had already done... extraordinary.

  • @theawakeningheard410
    @theawakeningheard410 Месяц назад +8

    I would assume, if one is backing Van Morrison, one would have to have his s**t wired pretty damned tight. What an amazing concert! Thank you!

  • @andrewbutterworth4820
    @andrewbutterworth4820 Месяц назад +7

    Saw him in concert early 90's one of the tightest bands ever, today's bands can't compete

    • @Matt-h2s7j
      @Matt-h2s7j Месяц назад

      I understand where you are coming from - I love Van and agree he is as top tier as top tier gets and this version of his band was TIIIIIGGGGHHHT, but I don't think you've heard a few of today's touring bands. If you haven't already, check out Tedeschi, Trucks Band, Widespread Panic, Bela Fleck, Allman Betts Band, Government Mule, Leftover Salmon, Billy Strings and many more - they're are all super tight and are carrying the torch high in their unique and creative ways. Merry Christmas!!

    • @andrewbutterworth4820
      @andrewbutterworth4820 Месяц назад

      @Matt-h2s7j great bands all of them, but not necessarily today's bands

  • @richardwards7713
    @richardwards7713 Месяц назад +5

    i was headed for this concert from Greece via Istanbul.... got there, after adventures of the road, and the festival featured Yahoudi menowin sp grrr I stuffed up the musical festival, it was classical not the jazz one ! Oh well, watching now 40+ years later & love Van just as much.

  • @veetmargbeyond2425
    @veetmargbeyond2425 24 дня назад +5

    1977 , On a trip to Australia I came across Wild Night , Tupelo Honey , Cleaning Windows
    and Gone Dead Train. I was convinced ---" He really got me " till today . Thanks Van for this beautifull Concert. 💯❣

  • @stevewiley8409
    @stevewiley8409 2 месяца назад +10

    The incredible Jef Labes on piano

  • @raymondpierotti8414
    @raymondpierotti8414 Месяц назад +7

    The interplay of all the instruments is amazing. You can hear Van's voice simply as one instrument among the rest.

  • @ufiz869
    @ufiz869 5 дней назад +2

    I have experienced Van live 3 times so far. There was some nice concert, but sometimes he just tears his concerts down. "Live in Montreux 1980" is the absolute highlight, Van in top form, great accompanying musicians, all focused to the point. Montreux concerts was produced on video at 1974, 1980 and 1990, however Van visited the Jazzfestival 21 times. All videos are nice, but this one is on the Top.

  • @jamesedwardparkin
    @jamesedwardparkin Месяц назад +7

    I have been listening to Tupelo Honey for well over a year and didn't realize it was from this concert. Somehow somewhere the link popped up today. Wow what an incredible showman that Morrison is.

  • @mileswhite4329
    @mileswhite4329 14 дней назад +2

    This is probably his best band, certainly his best era of music making with Mark Isham and Pee Wee Ellis.

  • @YOUXINFENG
    @YOUXINFENG Месяц назад +12

    The sound quality is amazing

  • @queenvictoria20
    @queenvictoria20 7 дней назад +2

    R. I. P. One. Love. One. Light 💡. One. 1. God. PEACE ✌️. J. Lennon. Give. Peace. A. Chance. I have been praying 🙏 for. Health. &. Happiness in our. World 🌎. Peace ☮️

  • @alannolan2270
    @alannolan2270 2 месяца назад +12

    Van is one hell of a task master so if you screw up once you wont be playing with him again . He himself plays 5 instruments , the piano , the sax , the harmonica , the guitar and the bass guitar so he knows . A genious simple as that . Brilliant song writer some of the greatest songs .He has soul and the blues in so many of his songs .Played with Muddy Waters way back when that says it all .

  • @queenvictoria20
    @queenvictoria20 7 дней назад +1

    Thank you Van. Fran. And. Family. Hall. Van. Morrison. Canada 🇨🇦

  • @styven77
    @styven77 2 месяца назад +18

    Troubadours is ungodly good. The interplay of Ellis and Isham never ceases to give me chills. I have had this DVD for many years and still watch it regularly. 19:10

  • @Thedaleb1
    @Thedaleb1 2 месяца назад +6

    They all look like they are having a good time.

  • @siggysanutube
    @siggysanutube 8 дней назад +2

    Great upload. Much appreciated. Especially not having commercials throughout. Could make dinner while listening with no interruptions. 👍

  • @tonycairns6728
    @tonycairns6728 2 месяца назад +13

    I have this on DVD. Extremely good music and singing.

  • @tryharder75
    @tryharder75 Месяц назад +6

    he's the man, and he's been consistant

  • @i.claudeouattara819
    @i.claudeouattara819 Месяц назад +4

    Le plus grand musicien depuis plus de 50 ans.

  • @karmenjazbec7743
    @karmenjazbec7743 3 месяца назад +13

    YEAH VAN JUST KEEP ON ROLLING YOUR MUSIC IS TIMELESS

  • @frankzappa0815
    @frankzappa0815 4 месяца назад +10

    Großartiges Konzert

  • @tipsterbl
    @tipsterbl Месяц назад +6

    I’m watching this again it’s so damn good!

  • @hoozleup
    @hoozleup 2 месяца назад +22

    What a gem. Why have I not seen this before? Thanks for uploading.

  • @petertsikoe1850
    @petertsikoe1850 22 дня назад +2

    I can't but play my part on my table too. Every one of these players pulls my heartstrings. And then, then comes Van. Crazy!!

  • @tboguthh
    @tboguthh Месяц назад +5

    Tremendous mixing

  • @carolyn8271
    @carolyn8271 Месяц назад +6

    Throughly enjoyed listening. He has always had something special.❤

  • @JeannieMoog
    @JeannieMoog 6 дней назад +1

    Awesome Song

  • @paulnuttall3612
    @paulnuttall3612 6 дней назад +1

    We are so lucky to have him ❤

  • @HearHerePresents
    @HearHerePresents Месяц назад +6

    Damn, this hits the spot.

  • @alexfirst7613
    @alexfirst7613 2 месяца назад +11

    epic band, epic van morrison

  • @majick47
    @majick47 2 месяца назад +20

    By far the best audio/picture I've seen of this performance from 10 July 1980 at Montreux, very high quality. Thanks.

  • @piagine
    @piagine Месяц назад +5

    Only a few of my favourite songs here, but a very fine concert nevertheless - very much thanks to a team of great musicians!

  • @basilDnissen
    @basilDnissen 16 дней назад +1

    Великолепный концерт!! И съемка и звук хороши! Спасибо!

  • @JohnLeninSienes
    @JohnLeninSienes 13 дней назад +1

    The man infront of the triangle ring 🥁🥢📐🚬🚶🐧am a fun of this band amazing 😎🤚

  • @barryodowd6123
    @barryodowd6123 3 месяца назад +12

    A brilliant concert 👍. The best version ever of Ballerina begins at 40 mins in, superb 😊

    • @jafarparkes
      @jafarparkes Месяц назад +1

      One of many great versions of Ballerina

  • @DebbieJodeh-s5x
    @DebbieJodeh-s5x 2 месяца назад +9

    ❤he is awesome

  • @LucZurbuchen
    @LucZurbuchen 2 месяца назад +4

    King Van ❤

  • @cooldude7046
    @cooldude7046 Месяц назад +3

    The water relates to so much to the beauty the freedom and it does still stoned me to my soul.
    Stay Cool 😎

  • @argotero6545
    @argotero6545 2 месяца назад +6

    This is a perfect oil running force at the service of the song, everybody doing the job nobody out focus like the bands today ❤

  • @MaoistBanker
    @MaoistBanker 2 месяца назад +12

    The moment you are looking for is 01:23:45

    • @breadman9053
      @breadman9053 4 дня назад

      1:21:10 the beginning of the song

  • @ttware7430
    @ttware7430 21 день назад +2

    John Platania! 🥰

  • @JY97JY
    @JY97JY 5 месяцев назад +10

    Thank you Thank you Thank you 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @gruvinroscoe
    @gruvinroscoe 11 месяцев назад +12

    Thanks for uploading! Great sound and emotion.

  • @CoffrinsOldWestGallery
    @CoffrinsOldWestGallery Год назад +12

    Great music, great upload. Thank you!

  • @tomsortore8301
    @tomsortore8301 2 месяца назад +8

    This is priceless. Thanks!!!

  • @paulhoughton5164
    @paulhoughton5164 2 месяца назад +11

    Oh this is a real joy. Thankyou for putting this out there! Van and his band on top top form. A great set list with some real surprises in there and a privilege to hear.

  • @alexdesslin
    @alexdesslin Месяц назад +3

    les concerts filmés à Montreux sont toujours exceptionnels de qualité !!!! 🔵⚪🔴

  • @ponnywarcat3478
    @ponnywarcat3478 2 месяца назад +3

    A very gifted person

  • @bismillahrabbani9006
    @bismillahrabbani9006 Месяц назад +5

    Excellence🎉🎉🎉

  • @irisainsworth187
    @irisainsworth187 Месяц назад +1

    Thank you van the man

  • @douglasveragino9706
    @douglasveragino9706 2 месяца назад +4

    Excelente espetacular ✌🎵👏👏👏🇧🇷🎶

  • @alanlane3670
    @alanlane3670 2 месяца назад +15

    Have had this DVD for quite a few years and watch it regularly......a musical genius for six decades now.......

  • @SidewaysSurfDrinksHQ
    @SidewaysSurfDrinksHQ 2 месяца назад +9

    Epic upload mate, just epic 👏👏

  • @ednasoaresbrasil3040
    @ednasoaresbrasil3040 6 месяцев назад +10

    Maravilhosa mensagem musical de amor, que Van Morrison traz para nós, em qualquer momento de nossas vidas. A apresentação foi linda e perfeita, junto á jovem e espetacular banda ,que o acompanhava.
    É uma benção conhecer um pouco mais sobre o magnífico trabalho que Van faz até hoje com maestria. Parabéns! Que Deus lhe abençoe sempre com saude física, mental, emocional e espiritual!
    Nós, seus fãs te amamos!❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @queenvictoria20
    @queenvictoria20 7 дней назад +1

    Winter. Mass. January 25 th. 2025. Prince 👑. Of. Peace ✌️. God. Bless. Everyone thank you Van. Morrison .. 🎉🎉🎉😮😮😮😮😮😮😊 sad 😞. Sad 😞. Love ❤️

  • @matth6932
    @matth6932 Месяц назад +5

    Wow!!🎉

  • @VladimirChe80
    @VladimirChe80 Месяц назад +33

    Wavelength
    Kingdom Hall
    And It Stoned Me
    Troubadours
    Spirit
    Joyous Sound
    Satisfied
    Ballerina
    Summertime In England
    Moondance
    Haunts Of Ancient Peace
    Wild Night
    Listen To The Lion
    Tupelo Honey
    Angelou

  • @CristovaoSousa-ce1pf
    @CristovaoSousa-ce1pf 2 месяца назад +3

    Van Morrison lembra muito o Paul Rodgers( Free/ Bad Company) Ambos sao maravilhosos ❤❤❤❤

  • @mimiseven488
    @mimiseven488 2 месяца назад +2

    Muito bom! Foi indicação de um amigo e agora sou fâ.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🌷

  • @lsoutherlandjennings9751
    @lsoutherlandjennings9751 2 месяца назад +4

    Yes

  • @dsmith9572
    @dsmith9572 2 месяца назад +5

    Musicians and bands often get more adulation than they deserve here on utube. This might not be the best gig I've ever seen but it's certainly in the running.

  • @matthewbolduc2714
    @matthewbolduc2714 2 месяца назад +4

    Grooovy!

  • @lindadonn5530
    @lindadonn5530 28 дней назад

    Saw him at Tanglewood a couple years ago! BUCKETLIST

  • @robertlivingstone3364
    @robertlivingstone3364 Месяц назад +2

    They only sound as good as the great musicians they can afford to hire

  • @fernandopo6399
    @fernandopo6399 2 месяца назад +4

    Moondance starts at 57.50. It's a crackin' version! You're welcome.

  • @JJ-fb8sz
    @JJ-fb8sz Месяц назад +3

    Nice mood lighting. I'm sure Van and the band appreciated working under French fry lights.

  • @janhensley3617
    @janhensley3617 Месяц назад +1

    GOAT ❤️🎶💚

  • @michaelcosgrove6908
    @michaelcosgrove6908 2 месяца назад +6

    They don’t call him Van the Man for nothing