The song was written by the legendary Tina Turner. The powerhouse frontman of Brit band Humble Pie, Steve Marriott, appropriately modified part of the song's lyrics to... "my skin is white, but my soul is black." Indeed, Steve Marriott's soul was black. With that incredible vocal ability, he had the perfect chops (and love) for blues, rock, and soul. He's considered among the top voices in those genres of that era, and was very dynamic in his personality and performances. His excellent guitar skills were often overshadowed by his vocals, but they were righteous in their own right. Steve went from being a child star in London's musical theater, to a sharp mod and upcoming talent in a breakout band. His rising star was sought by several top groups as he made an impact recording and touring with The Small Faces and then Humble Pie. Unfortunately, a conning business manager took criminal advantage of him financially and left him in ruin. Disillusioned, Steve left the limelight, retreating from the main music scene with its large venues and recording contracts. He chose to work on his own in small clubs and events, doing the music he loved. Sadly, Marriott died in a house fire. Despite how his life's fortunes went downhill, the later performance work of Steve's choosing largely unheralded (absent publicity), the tragic circumstances of his passing, and that he doesn't get the recognition now that he certainly deserves... it can't erase his talents. Thankfully, videos are available to enjoy of live performances, as well as the recordings to enjoy of his music with The Small Faces and with Humble Pie. These remain as testament to Marriott in music history from the early days of the British invasion, as do a few performances luckily captured from later in his life. R.I.P. Steve Marriott (may he rock in peace)!
Steve was on the streets at 12 old in Black community growing up. Seen Humble Pie in 1972, L.A., CA. He played until the power was shut off. Light came on.
Steve Marriott reunited with Peter Frampton to write sings for his self titled 1990 or 1991 album with hopes of a Humblle Pie could return, but Marriot died in a house fire. That Frampton album featured his single "Day In The Sun." I attended that concert.
There is a very long track on the live double album, Humble Pie Performance", it's the best version of Doctor John's "Walk On Gilded Splinters". It's about 22 minutes long but it's fantastic. But you could listen to anything from that live double. It's one of the best live albums ever recorded.
Sadly Steve Mariott is no longer with us, other rhan Humbe Pie he was in a band called Small Faces, this one is just listed as Steve Mariott: the song's name is 5 Long Years ruclips.net/video/XMCgqjYA424/видео.html
The song was written by the legendary Tina Turner. The powerhouse frontman of Brit band Humble Pie, Steve Marriott, appropriately modified part of the song's lyrics to... "my skin is white, but my soul is black."
Indeed, Steve Marriott's soul was black. With that incredible vocal ability, he had the perfect chops (and love) for blues, rock, and soul. He's considered among the top voices in those genres of that era, and was very dynamic in his personality and performances. His excellent guitar skills were often overshadowed by his vocals, but they were righteous in their own right.
Steve went from being a child star in London's musical theater, to a sharp mod and upcoming talent in a breakout band. His rising star was sought by several top groups as he made an impact recording and touring with The Small Faces and then Humble Pie.
Unfortunately, a conning business manager took criminal advantage of him financially and left him in ruin. Disillusioned, Steve left the limelight, retreating from the main music scene with its large venues and recording contracts.
He chose to work on his own in small clubs and events, doing the music he loved. Sadly, Marriott died in a house fire.
Despite how his life's fortunes went downhill, the later performance work of Steve's choosing largely unheralded (absent publicity), the tragic circumstances of his passing, and that he doesn't get the recognition now that he certainly deserves... it can't erase his talents.
Thankfully, videos are available to enjoy of live performances, as well as the recordings to enjoy of his music with The Small Faces and with Humble Pie. These remain as testament to Marriott in music history from the early days of the British invasion, as do a few performances luckily captured from later in his life. R.I.P. Steve Marriott (may he rock in peace)!
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One of the greatest rock and blues frontmen of all time. And he could wail on that guitar.
Another good tune is; "30 Days in the Hole"
Steve was on the streets at 12 old in Black community growing up. Seen Humble Pie in 1972, L.A., CA. He played until the power was shut off. Light came on.
Wow, thanks for sharing
Gotta check out Peter Frampton he was one of the lead guitarists in Humble Pie.
Another one of theirs is Natural Born Boogie
Steve Marriott reunited with Peter Frampton to write sings for his self titled 1990 or 1991 album with hopes of a Humblle Pie could return, but Marriot died in a house fire. That Frampton album featured his single "Day In The Sun." I attended that concert.
Love their tune Theme From Skint.
There is a very long track on the live double album, Humble Pie Performance", it's the best version of Doctor John's "Walk On Gilded Splinters". It's about 22 minutes long but it's fantastic. But you could listen to anything from that live double. It's one of the best live albums ever recorded.
Johnny Jenkins also does an amazing version of Walk on Gilded Splinters. It features a standout performance from Duane Allman.
I recommend a song from Steve Marriott's first band, Small Faces, "Tin Soldier." What a talent and a tragic story.
Nice reaction. I like your vibe... good luck with your channel.
Peter Frampton on lead guitar.
He had left by then
@@terrynolan609 What year did he leave?
@glassontherocks 1971 I think. Pretty soon after playing Filmore
Sadly Steve Mariott is no longer with us, other rhan Humbe Pie he was in a band called Small Faces, this one is just listed as Steve Mariott: the song's name is 5 Long Years ruclips.net/video/XMCgqjYA424/видео.html
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Check out Steve's 5 long years
The lady on the right was his girlfriend.
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Steve Marriot!
Redundant comment incoming: this song is NOT about coffee. 😏
Time sig seems 3/4 to me.
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It's sounds a bit like 3/4 but I think it's easier to count it as 12/12 over the four bars because of the syncopated rhythm
6/8
I like my coffee like l like my women, black and bitter. I mean, black and hot. Yeah. Peace
It's a weird kind of 3/4 or 6/8, hard to tell for me, it's a bit mutated.
Humble Pie, great band but not very popular in their time. Identity politics keeps their music unpopular.