*His song "Can We Still Be Friends?" is hauntingly beautiful.*
@JJ8KK
Ай бұрын
To this day I'm astonished at how perfectly the music captured the mood of the lyrics throughout. It's almost magical.
@twobeer3316
Ай бұрын
If any song sounds like the early 70's, this is it.
@victoriagrove5344
Ай бұрын
I love Todd! My favorite musician and he is still writing and performing.❤❤❤
@bugvswindshield
Ай бұрын
todd Rundgren is a tragically underknown artist. Brilliant in every sense of the word.
@AliasMark69
Ай бұрын
MILLIONS have someone in mind when they hear this song.....
@827dusty
Ай бұрын
Todd is such a great singer/songwriter who was at his peak, in the early 1970s. He wrote many hit songs for other artists. Very underrated talent.
@xoxxobob61
Ай бұрын
Also a Producer as well with bands like XTC.
@hadrenspicer9035
Ай бұрын
Todd played all of the instruments in this recording
@willfromyadkinville
Ай бұрын
Todd is such an amazing artist the corporate suits tried to limit his creative ability but he was having none of that! a true pioneer in music! i still have this album!
@babylonsister118
Ай бұрын
The only thing better than Daryl's Place in Upstate NY is Daryl's Place at Todd Rundgren house in Hawaii. It seems off topic, but I really think you would appreciate any or all of these requests!
@johncollins1177
Ай бұрын
I’m 59yo and listen to everything from Metal to Country. This is one of My favorite Songs.
@xoxxobob61
Ай бұрын
There are some Songs that cross all Genres and this is one of them. A pure Classic.
@AliasMark69
Ай бұрын
Some Favs from Rundgren's playlist ....We Gotta Get You A Woman.... I Saw The Light....It Wouldn't Have Made Any Difference.... Can We Still Be Friends....Bang The Drum All Day.... Todd has a bunch of great tunes.
@stevemancuso9236
Ай бұрын
You can't forget "You Left Me Sore". 😂
@AliasMark69
Ай бұрын
@@stevemancuso9236 Good One, complete with opening chatter.
@cindysimpson1046
Ай бұрын
So agree with your choices!
@Wordsmyth8
Ай бұрын
It Wouldn’t Have Made Any Difference- great pick. You don’t see people mention that one often, but it is really a great song.
@marlenepettiford3731
Ай бұрын
I'm Marlene, so of course I would add Marlena!
@jenniferbabros1985
Ай бұрын
Always loved his music when growing up
@DawnSuttonfabfour
Ай бұрын
Me too.
@RicoCosta317
Ай бұрын
Am constantly astounded by your off the cuff analysis of the lyrics on the songs you react to. Rundgren himself would probably give you two thumbs and praise yr big brain 😁
@AliasMark69
Ай бұрын
JM is certainly the best at what he is doing.
@BlizzardSeeker
Ай бұрын
His analysis is uncanny!
@AliasMark69
Ай бұрын
@@BlizzardSeeker Yes, and never any bad language or attitudes. My grand kids can watch his reactions and learn from him at the same time hearing some of the best music ever produced.
@BlizzardSeeker
Ай бұрын
@@AliasMark69 Agreed!
@SpiroFleecy
Ай бұрын
You’re right. I’ve been listening to some of these songs for 40 years and I still can’t do what he does.
@AliasMark69
Ай бұрын
Hello, It's Me...... HUGE Radio HIT. Todd has been making great music with many other artist for over five decades. Thanks again for adding another legendary Classic Rocker name to your awesome Playlist. Number 113
@AliasMark69
Ай бұрын
Recorded LIVE... in The Good Old Days Of Classic Rock.
@sassymess7111
Ай бұрын
One of my favorites. I sing this on drunk karaoke night. WE GOTTA GET YOU A WOMAN I SAW THE LIGHT. CAN WE STILL BE FRIENDS. He was also a great producer. He produced Grand Funk Railroad and Bad Finger among others.
@thomasmcintosh390
Ай бұрын
The entire Something/Anything is a very, very rewarding listen. A 70s classic, must have!
@BritIronRebel
Ай бұрын
I've been a Todd Rundgren fanatic since seeing him with Nazz in Wildwood, New Jersey back in the late 1960s. They even have a song called Wildwood Blues. Such a huge collection over the years of pop songs, the Philadelphia Sound, and progressive rock. He's produced major artists as well. Quite simply a genius! PS: This is a faster version of the original Hello It's Me by Nazz which was a slow song. Give it a listen!
@debbiedebster5806
Ай бұрын
This is on my "Sunday, cleaning the house" channel... how can you be in a bad mood listening to some smooth 70s?🤗 Great reaction!🎉❤✌️
@com4tme
Ай бұрын
Hey thanks! I forgot how cool he was.
@agarrett5401
Ай бұрын
i saw tr in 70s.............played every instrument on the stage.....
@judydubiel
Ай бұрын
Todd !!!!!!! ❤
@WyattIamrolling
Ай бұрын
I KNEW you'd love this one. What's not to love? Todd knocked it out of the park with this one.
@murraytown4
Ай бұрын
This gives me goosebumps still, 50 years on.
@andrew-sv4vp
Ай бұрын
man what wonderful song reminder of good times
@laurakali6522
Ай бұрын
Love is the Answer with his band Utopia.
@pattymckitrick7436
Ай бұрын
❤❤Still love this song after all these decades ❤❤
@cindysimpson1046
Ай бұрын
This song is a huge one in my life. And every time I find the opportunity I will put this song on in my car with about 3 of my friends and we will sing it out at the top of our lungs with the windows down. We would have people joining us at stop lights and in traffic. A classic! ❤
@user-fc8lz1cg4x
Ай бұрын
❤
@sarastromseth-troy3323
Ай бұрын
Todd Rundgren is my favorite musician. "Hello, It's Me' is the first song he ever wrote. He recorded a slower version of it for his first band, Nazz, in the late 1960s but another guy in the band sang it (Todd was the songwriter and guitar player at the time). When he went solo in the early 1970s, Todd re-recorded 'Hello, It's Me' to this version, and also sang lead. This song appeared on his third solo album and was one of his few radio hits. That said, Todd is a musical genius; also a legendary producer. He had a side project, a progressive rock band called Utopia that he did alongside his solo career. I just saw Todd in concert a few months ago, and he is still a fantastic performer at age 76. For a future reaction, I suggest checking out his song 'Fair Warning'. It's one of my favorite Todd lyrics and the r&b vibe to it.
@John_Chu
Ай бұрын
Some of the noteworthy musicians on this track: Moogy Klingman on organ, the Brecker brothers on trumpet and sax, and Vicki Sue Robinson (Turn That Beat Around) among the backing vocalists.
@bruceschultz3121
Ай бұрын
I don't know why you don't have 300k subscribers. You have the best breakdowns of any music KZitem channel in my opinion. You also don't get in the way of the song, which a lot of even good reactors will tend to do sometimes. Keep putting it out there and I'll keep listening!
@AliasMark69
Ай бұрын
I first discovered JM (Jarvis) back in January 2023, he had only 462 Subs and 38 videos. My first was #41. I subbed and since he has done 113 New artist to him like Todd from my request and 418 songs. He is without equal for reactors on YT. Humble yet so insightful/intelligent comments, with a great smile.
@albertsmith9315
Ай бұрын
I have this album and love that false start. Most would have just cut it off, but it shows that people made this, not some perfect computer.
@donnakubiski5572
Ай бұрын
I watched one of my other reaction channels react to "I Saw The Light" just yesterday which is another great song of his. It would be my next suggestion for you.
@DawnSuttonfabfour
Ай бұрын
We loved Todd. Also check out Nils Lofgren who was associated with loads of bands. Great in his own right. And more Todd naturally.
@Kevonutube303
Ай бұрын
Huge Rabbit hole here, brother! There is so much music to get into. Todd is a multi- instrument performer, top end producer, and and accomplished writer for himself and many others. You will no doubt get a ton of requests by your subscribers, enjoy them. But, im going to give you a couple that might be overlooked.... "Black Mariah" and to mix it up a little "Last Ride" where he hooked up with Darryl Hall (of Hall and Oates) at his home in Hawaii. Both songs and performances are years apart and both fabulous for the ears. Enjoy!!!
@jeanniedebartolo5965
Ай бұрын
Thanks for the unbelievable memories ❤
@AliasMark69
Ай бұрын
JM... If You had just one dime for every time this song was dedicated on radio.... Serious $$$$ Bucks
@jonicantrell7849
Ай бұрын
Love this song so much❤
@Vee1music-lover
18 күн бұрын
This song has always been MY song. Loved it back in the day and love it now!
@mrshifter8220
Ай бұрын
Lots of good Todd stuff out there...Love the Utopia band albums. This guy had so many different sounds....incredible stuff. I think my favorite song is, "Just Another Onion Head."
@user-vb1xl1bi7j
Ай бұрын
the whole album is terrific
@jcf1963
Ай бұрын
He is a top shelf producer as well.
@lynnieiapichino1121
Ай бұрын
☮️💙💙💙🔥🔥😎my favorite!
@gtplumbing2004
Ай бұрын
I absolutely love this song, I love it when people review it. Thank You.
@AliasMark69
Ай бұрын
Your Waiter is very glad you liked your tasty treat for the day. See you again the next time you drop in the Classic Rock/Classics Restaurant.
@vicprovost2561
Ай бұрын
Todd is a musical savant and had some huge hits in the 70s before turning to prog/rock Utopia and aiding many others in the studio. From the same album, do Black Mariah, an absolute banger of a song that puts a spotlight on his great guitar playing. Excellent choice, worth pursuing, enjoy! 🔥🎵🎸🎤🎹🎺🎶🔥
@user-mo6tz6oh9i
Ай бұрын
He’s a great writer, musician and singer. Many have covered his inspiring tunes.
@AliasMark69
Ай бұрын
BTW.... This tune was/is quite popular... good numbers
@brandonjones1349
Ай бұрын
Boom JM! Nice pik. My favorite Todd ☘️🇺🇲
@keithyoung7065
Ай бұрын
I'm so glad your turning yourself on to such great music.
@RuthKing-wm9nw
Ай бұрын
This song was everywhere when it hit!!
@huchlvr
Ай бұрын
I love the layering in this song. Been watching you for a bit and finally subscribed. You are such a pleasant personality and very articulate. I love your smile, too.
@JMBOYTV
Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@AliasMark69
Ай бұрын
Todd is on a same level as Zov, they can do it all by themselves with virtuially any instrument.
@ltaylor770
Ай бұрын
Fun fact: Todd played the blistering guitar solos on Meatloafs Bat Out of Hell. Also produced the album.
@JMBOYTV
Ай бұрын
Interesting!
@MikeOstrowski-iq8wf
Ай бұрын
…..well said 💪🏾
@thomasmcintosh390
Ай бұрын
The Isley Brothers do a banging cover of this song. So does Mary J Blige.
@jazzyjay698
Ай бұрын
Great song great reaction, you should check out the Isley Bros version
@michaelasay8587
Ай бұрын
Love love this
@kallsop2
Ай бұрын
Todd had a few hits but his catalog of music is very deep. He also wrote and produced for other artists. Late in the song you hear his voice fluctuate, thats his actual emotion as his girlfriend walks out of the studio at the end he leaves to chase after her. Such an underrated artist.
@johnbordach4195
Ай бұрын
He plays every instrument on this double album. Listen to "Black Mariah" next.
@bfinera
27 күн бұрын
Thanks
@roadcalm3303
Ай бұрын
That is a cool intro.
@lindalee5866
Ай бұрын
..and outro
@paulkliger6164
Ай бұрын
Double album! First three sides are only Todd doing all voices and instruments. Fourth side is recorded live without overdubbing.
@AncientActivist
Ай бұрын
I guess you know Todd raised Steven Tyler's daughter.....
@PhilKyle
Ай бұрын
Correct me if I’m wrong but I’m of the understanding he played all the instruments on this song .
@rogerdaly6326
Ай бұрын
JMBoy this song was written by Todd when he was 17. His girlfriends father made her break up with Todd cause he had long hair. This is the second version of the song , it was originally recorded by Todd with his first band , The Nazz. Original was at a slower tempo compared to this , this is more mid tempo.
@rk41gator
Ай бұрын
Excellent comments (as usual). Nailed it. A 'sorta' breakup song; yet trying to get some 'if you think I should' is lame. I guess he leaves it up to her. But isn't that always the case? Still a great vibe.
@dannycasson1551
Ай бұрын
There's just something about this song...
@michaelasay8587
Ай бұрын
Hey guys....he has so mamy good songs. Another reactor does a lot of his non hit songs that are great! He really is great!
@vanessa4u4evr
Ай бұрын
What's the point in having a cake if you can't eat it.
@judyjetson9418
24 күн бұрын
@leeannies-tears369
Ай бұрын
Maybe it's about his daughter he can't be with
@richardfurness7556
Ай бұрын
Unlikely. The song first appeared on the debut album by the Nazz, released in 1968 when Todd was only 20.
@rogerdaly6326
Ай бұрын
This song was written by Todd when he was 17 about his then girlfriend. Her father made her break up with Todd cause he had long hair.
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