One thing I love about this channel is rediscovering songs I loved but had forgotten about.
@elizabethfranco1284
Жыл бұрын
I know exactly what you mean
@acen2709
Жыл бұрын
I’ve never heard this song. And I think it’s a dud
@mikethomas5675
Жыл бұрын
His whole CD was a fave. Never found it in the digital age.
@pattyduke3079
Жыл бұрын
Planning a road trip soon. This will be going on my playlist.
@MightMouse2174
Жыл бұрын
I think it's a dud ( even though no one asked what I think )
@jeffmitchell1123
Жыл бұрын
Welcome to Curtis Stigers… every song from this album is an absolute banger, don’t be afraid to check out more of him
@joethomas1775
Жыл бұрын
I was just going to say that! I love this album!
@DoriesPaperbackReads
Жыл бұрын
@@joethomas1775 it’s always been underrated
@bamacapt115
Жыл бұрын
This album is still on my playlist.
@andersgranstrom7128
Жыл бұрын
Yeah, spot on brother!!
@fayesouthall6604
Жыл бұрын
Agree
@jofoster1596
Жыл бұрын
I always "wonder why" Curtis Stigers wasn't more successful with that voice AND a great sax player!
@seanswinton6242
Жыл бұрын
Lousy marketing for his follow-up album. The music landscape was changing, and he defied one single category so some radio stations wouldn't play him. I worked in music retail for 30 years. I'm a saxophonist and musicologist. If you're still a fan, he still has plenty music you can purchase and listen to.
@curtisstigers
Жыл бұрын
Couldn’t have said it better myself. However I never stopped making records and touring and I’m still out here doing it. curtisstigers.com
@jofoster1596
Жыл бұрын
@@curtisstigers fantatsic and good to know Curtis. Thanks for the link
@JEREMY99218
Жыл бұрын
Curtis is the pride of Boise, Idaho. Born in LA, CA but growing up in Boise, Stigers studied music in school and spent a year away at college on a jazz scholarship but found he was better suited to an education gained by playing in bars and clubs, with bands running the stylistic gamut from punk-rock (as a drummer) to blues and soul (as a saxophonist) to jazz, most notably at the Tuesday night jam-sessions run by the unlikely Idaho-transplant Gene Harris, a legendary and influential pianist best known for his many recordings on Blue Note Records. In 1987, 21-year-old Curtis Stigers relocated from Boise to New York City in search of new challenges and a shot at the big-time, whatever that meant. “I just knew I needed to get out of town to continue to learn and grow as a musician,” he says. Stigers broke into the NYC live music scene playing the blues clubs in Greenwich Village, first as a saxophonist and eventually as a singer and burgeoning songwriter. After a few years on the scene, Stigers was spotted by several A&R execs while playing a Sunday night jazz gig at an Upper West Side restaurant, where he and his trio experimented with playing jazz versions of songs by modern songwriters like Elvis Costello, Tom Waits and Donald Fagen, in addition to jazz standards and Curtis’ own pop-soul originals. He eventually signed a deal with Clive Davis and Arista Records and set out to write the rest of the songs for his first album with several collaborators, including Glen Ballard and Barry Mann.
@joeturner7604
Жыл бұрын
Really cool info. I Went to High School near Boise and the guy is about my age and I don't think I had ever heard of him before.
@butterflymama0838
Жыл бұрын
I have NEVER heard of this guy or this song. What a great song! This man has a beautiful voice. Man! That was so good!
@robweymouth7244
Жыл бұрын
Wow! I forgot about Curtis Stigers and this song. Brings back memories of early 90's. Thanks for reacting to it. Curtis was a very underrated artist. He has a voice and can blow that sax!
@Ernie1978
Жыл бұрын
"I Wonder Why" is such a classic. Curtis Stigers is a true talent! Peaked at No.9 on the Hot 100 in 1991.
@jackie_jrml
Жыл бұрын
Omg the passion in his voice!! I feel every bit of emotion. Wow. I have not heard this in so many years!
@BillGraper
Жыл бұрын
Wow, you actually found a song that I haven't heard in decades! I just looked it up. He was a one-hit wonder in the USA. This song peaked at #9 in 1991.
@ewrekzz7360
Жыл бұрын
I continue to campaign to get Natalie Merchant on your channel. Her entire Tigerlily album was a tour de force, but you should start with "Wonder". Her voice is as sultry as Stevie Nicks. She writes music and lyrics and performs. I would listen to her read bus departure schedules.
@patt1564
Жыл бұрын
Oh yes. I agree with you. Love Natalie ❤
@musicgrl100
Жыл бұрын
Yes!!
@Gulfmist_63
Жыл бұрын
I put in a suggestion for Natalie Merchant yesterday. I still find it hard to believe she hasn't been featured on Female Friday! Her song Wonder always brings tears of joy,what a positive message for all people born with disabilities.
@Gulfmist_63
Жыл бұрын
I revisited Natalie Merchant on VH1 Storytellers, her introduction to What's The Matter Here is incredible. It's a tough subject matter,but we can't keep our eyes blinded to it.
@Gulfmist_63
Жыл бұрын
kzitem.info/news/bejne/wqh-lqeerJ2fiHo this is the story behind the song Wonder,not the music video.
@CryssLuvsMuzik
Жыл бұрын
Huge thanks to whoever requested this song. I think I still have this on cassette. 🔥
@robcannon9165
Жыл бұрын
CURTIS STIGERS BEST SONG 🎵 IS CHANCES ARE!!! THIS IS A REALLY BEAUTIFUL LOVE SONG 🎵 ❤ AND HE SINGS IT WITH SUCH PASSION!!!
@talon8537
Жыл бұрын
I was thumbing through all your reactions yesterday . One band I didn't see was "Big Country". They were kind of a one hit wonder here in the States. Big Country-the band Big Country- is also the name of the song to check out. Since you guys like songs that repeat the names of performers. Check it out , you can't help but get swept away once the pipes start
@tomflorio7363
Жыл бұрын
Big Country is one of my favorite bands. One thing - the name of the song is "In A Big Country". They have so many great songs, but this is the one to start with for sure.
@pattiturner0425
Жыл бұрын
Love this song.
@willfromyadkinville
Жыл бұрын
haven't heard this song in years it was so good!
@surlechapeau
Жыл бұрын
Jay & Amber, you'll love his "You're All That Matters to Me", his other top 10 hit in the UK!
@scottsopher6825
Жыл бұрын
Two gems from Curtis are "Never Saw a Miracle" and the theme to Sons of Anarchy. I love the theme so looked up some years ago, who sang it. When I researched his music, "Never Saw a Miracle" and "I Wonder Why" took me back to when the songs were hits. Always nice to get re-acquainted with a great voice.
@garfield122010
Жыл бұрын
I'm so happy that finally someone has reacted to the multi talented Curtis Stigers ❤❤❤ as soon as I heard his first hit, I went searching four his album and wow !!! I fell in love with his voice ❤ my favourite tracks from the album are '' never saw a miracle '' and '' the man your gonna fall in love with '' I played this album non stop for about 6 months lol !! He sings songs from sons of anarchy and other shows ❤❤❤ from a very happy UK subscriber ❤
@megaroli
Жыл бұрын
Damn, I had almost forgotten this one. Great song, incredible vocals. Awesome song. And speaking of Billy Joel I think It's time to revisit him. Try New York State Of Mind please.
@jennymooring8095
Жыл бұрын
omg, I had completely forgotten about my love for curtis stigers!! thanks for reminding me :)
@sherigrow6480
Жыл бұрын
A favorite in my part of the world, love seeing him live. And the sax, it's just right,
@seanswinton6242
Жыл бұрын
I agree. I'm a saxophonist and was an instant fan when this album was released. It was I heavy rotation in my music store. He has released numerous albums following his debut, but the sound and market of radio changed as did the music business. New artists didn't get label support and radio station formats and programming changed, too. Unfortunately he fell victim to it. However, he has persevered and has released several great albums you may have never known about. So, if you love his sound go to his website.
@curtisstigers
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Sean
@seanswinton6242
Жыл бұрын
@curtisstigers I was reminded how great of a musician you are. I didn't realize the guitar was a part of your arsenal! I play saxophone but could never play guitar. Thanks to watching reactions of young people listening to great music of our time. It's refreshing to see. I knew you were still out there, but I needed a reminder. It was a treat to hear you performing my favorite composer, Gershwin. "Summertime" no less! Thank you, stay well! 🙏🙏
@dawntaylor2669
4 ай бұрын
His voice is AMAZING!! Love this song and can listen to it over and over again.
@jeanstrickland2445
Жыл бұрын
Oh man I haven’t heard this In while, such a good song.
@chrissynovful
Жыл бұрын
I didn’t recognize this song for a minute. I have to add it to my library. Curtis and the Forest Rangers “John the Revelator” is a song I have played on repeatedly on repeat. I can’t listen just once.
@katiemarielfc
Жыл бұрын
You need to listen to him singing ‘you’re all that matters to me’ you’ll love it ♥️
@kimcutts6153
Жыл бұрын
Oh, what a song. And he has such a great voice, so strong & powerful. Takes me back for sure. 🎼🎵❤
@joewiley62
Жыл бұрын
Great song .... I've never heard this guy before, awesome!!!!
@keymack2477
Жыл бұрын
Another new artist you should consider adding is Walk Off The Earth! A great place to start, one Female Friday, is "Hello" featuring Myles and Isaac! You will love this most creative and talented band, I am sure!!
@raisa_cherry33
Жыл бұрын
He sings with so much passion 💜💜💜 absolutely love every moment of the song.
@stephenbrowning7639
Жыл бұрын
I love this tune but I also love his Rick/Country stuff notably the Theme to Sons of Anarchy "This Life" truly epic.
@beachglass-nat
6 күн бұрын
❤omg one of my favs going to see him live next month so excited thank you for your reaction spot on so soulful
@robcannon9165
Жыл бұрын
CURTIS STIGERS BEST SONG 🎵 IS CHANCES ARE!!! THIS IS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL LOVE SONG 🎵❤ THAT HE SINGS WITH SUCH PASSION!!!
@betsylocario6453
Жыл бұрын
Wow, I agree. I'd forgotten about Curtis Stigers. Thanks for making him more current!
@rudymenchaca9340
Жыл бұрын
He’s great guys keep it up guys good love music to dance too thanks Jay and Amber
@AZambri1
Жыл бұрын
When I saw the song and singer name, I wasn't familiar with it. But as soon as the video started, I surely remember this song. These blasts from the past are fun.
@helindove2237
Жыл бұрын
The same here. I blame the radio DJ 😁. Thought he always said Curtis Tigers 🐯.
@texadan314
Жыл бұрын
It's my first time hearing him, too. I really like his voice. ETA: Great song!
@Houston727Gal
Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU! I had forgotten all about this artist! I had such a huge crush on him via this video! Man - I really miss the good old days of VH1 and MTV. When everyone put out amazing videos and it was all about the music. ❤
@JohnConway-dg6lc
2 ай бұрын
Off the same record with the song "Never Saw A Miracle" and is why I bought the cassette way back in 1991. Over the years his choice of styles had gone from one thing to the next and I don't believe he ever had the same commercial success. It's strange that I'm seeing this video now. Last week I heard "Never Saw A Miracle" being played outside from where I work. I couldn't remember the name, or who sang it, but I was certain I had once owned the tape. I could remember the lyrics as I listened to it but, for the life of me, I just could not recall the artist or the title of the song. I went online when I got home and did an internet search and immediately recognized once having owned the tape. Then I started digging through my old cassettes in my closet and right at the bottom of the stack I found this very one. Been playing it over and over all week since. Just love the raspy and soulful voice combined with the saxophone.
@flodee8561
Жыл бұрын
Oh my!! I haven't heard this since my teenage years! Oh my goodness! Still sounds good! The sax in the beginning reminds me of Kenny G. Y'all remember him Rob Squad Family? If someone is in to instrumental, Kenny G was the man. "Songbird", " Sentimental", "By The Time This Night Is Over" with Kenny G on sax and Peabo Britain's vocals, and "Even If My Heart Would Break" with Kenny G on sax and Aaron Neville on vocals. All good stuff!
@rudymenchaca9340
Жыл бұрын
I haven’t heard from him in a long time but you guys brought back memories
@00TheRealTC
Жыл бұрын
Stigers was also featured on that stratospheric soundtrack for _The Bodyguard_ , singing Elvis Costello's _(What's So Funny) 'Bout Peace, Love, and Understanding_ (another song you should check out). Yeah, this song was huge; I wish he'd been allowed more commercial success after his explosive debut. This reaction was totally spot-on.
@lavonheadrick
Жыл бұрын
Another artist with this type of vibe that I will keep campaigning for is Billy Vera-- At this Moment! 👏🏼👏🏼
@mrmitchell78
Жыл бұрын
I love Curtis. Still going strong and insanely talented.
@robertyarnell235
Жыл бұрын
Blown away...1st time hearing...blown away!!!
@rhondaharmon724
Жыл бұрын
One of my favorites. I love him.
@joyceedwards2708
Жыл бұрын
I saw him at Madison Square Garden opening up for James Brown. I also saw him earlier on the day of this concert, getting his hair done a a salon in Manhattan. I went in the salon and spoke to him. I told him that I was going to the concert later that day. He was very nice and approachable
@bonniebirdwoman1
Жыл бұрын
I love this song - takes me back to my teens in the 90s. Curtis is a huge name in the UK and European Jazz scene these days - check out "I only Wanna Be with You" absolutely beautiful.
@tomflorio7363
Жыл бұрын
While Nick Lowe has had a successful music career, Curtis Stigers is the reason Nick is so wealthy today. Nick wrote the classic song "(What's So Funny' Bout) Peace Love & Understanding". Curtis covered the song, and that cover was included on the soundtrack to the Whitney Houston/Kevin Costner film "The Bodyguard". That soundtrack sold millions, on the strength of Whitney's cover of Dolly Parton's "I Will Always Love You". The royalties Nick received from that song allowed him to live comfortably and record the music he wanted to make instead of what the record companies were expecting from him.
@nolannastee
Жыл бұрын
This song is on one of the best albums ever. Curtis is a fantastic musician accompanied by some of the best musicians in the game. Some Toto members as well.
@Tiggerdeethor
Жыл бұрын
So glad you guys finally did curtis stigers i wonder why reaction…so good ❤
@polyprinz
Жыл бұрын
I have this on my morning playlist, but he always sounds like a younger Ray Charles....to me. Soulful and just incredible!!!
@Renkk17
Жыл бұрын
Gino Vannelli - Wild Horses - I Just Wanna Stop - Black Cars (Great Voice!)
@xefalcon351
Жыл бұрын
Wow , i used to love this song ..long long ago , so thrilled you have shared it .Great rich voice . May i suggest Richard Marx Endless Summer Nights , another Sax enriched broody rock classic song.
@auldfouter8661
Жыл бұрын
I read once that when a friend played Curtis the Little Feat track Long Distance Love , Curtis had to hear it over and over and over again. Which at least suggests that he has decent taste in music !
@useyourillusion6996
Жыл бұрын
Maybe you guys would like Just Another Day by Jon Secada. He has an amazing voice and it's just one to close your eyes and feel it.
@xJRx77
Жыл бұрын
Also sang the theme to the biker TV series Sons of Anarchy
@johnbourget4160
Жыл бұрын
Please check out Johnny Lang, his early years first. Also Robert Randolph and the Family Band. A couple Canadian bands, Chalk Circle, Platinum Blonde and Barstool Prophets. As well as revisit the Tragically Hip, maybe New Orleans Is Sinking.
@elizabethfranco1284
Жыл бұрын
Great voice.
@angelariebli4843
Жыл бұрын
YES!!! I wore out this cassette single my senior year in high school....I was going through some heartache;) SIDE NOTE -- Curtis showed up on some Sons of Anarchy soundtrack;)
@stepheneddleman8936
Жыл бұрын
I'm re-living my childhood listening to you guys listen to some of my favs from the late 70's. Two thoughts, Styx Renegade was a fav, and did you know it's the Pittsburg Steelers anthem (don't know why). Also, A song you've not yet (I believe) listened to is "Beth" by Kiss..... it will surprise you. No horns but there is poetry. Also, a fun toe tapper... Leo Sayer - You make me feel like dancing. Thanks for the fun.
@fabian4ever69
Жыл бұрын
Great vocals by Curtis!!!
@thunderspike1892
Жыл бұрын
Saw him live once with Danish piano player Niels Lan Doky at a jazz concert. They were quite good.
@robcannon9165
Жыл бұрын
CURTIS STIGERS BEST SONG 🎵 IS CHANCES ARE!!!:THIS IS A REALLY BEAUTIFUL LOVE SONG 🎵 ❤
@jameshayes3387
Жыл бұрын
This was a great song.
@michaelcorrado3073
Жыл бұрын
May I suggest Curtis Stigers:” Never saw a miracle”. Probably one, of the best songs for your valentine
@carolb9208
Жыл бұрын
Tune!!!!❤❤❤
@toomanyhobbies4476
Жыл бұрын
Jay and Amber - Just found your channel and I’m hooked! You are such an impressive example of young adults willing to wish others well and are so sincere. I’m an old retired guy and I LOVE seeing the reactions of the younger generations to the music that has meant so much to me personally as well as so many others! I have not seen any videos featuring one of the best performers I have ever seen live. Lets get some Jonny Lang!!!
@christinaholliday9886
Жыл бұрын
Wow haven't heard long time ! I live in Central Oregon, but this reminds me of driving around Portland, Oregon! My young yrs!! ; )
@mariebishop7357
Жыл бұрын
I had forgotten how much I loved this song! Thanks for reminding me!
@furryfriendsfairydust5595
Жыл бұрын
Nice find. I like this song but would have never thought of it. I love how he captures such raw emotion.
@jameshouston2174
Жыл бұрын
My friends overseas say he is very popular there……and his Secret Heart album is a great jazz album
@robcannon9165
Жыл бұрын
CURTIS STIGERS BEST SONG 🎵 IS CHANCES ARE!!! WHICH IS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL LOVE SONG 🎵❤ THAT HE SINGS WITH SUCH PASSION!!!
@andersgranstrom7128
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic song - fantastic lyrics!!
@billmittenzwey3021
Жыл бұрын
Forgot about this one too. It made me think you really need to try out Billy Vera and the Beaters though. “At this moment” was huge in the 80s as the love theme for Michael J Fox on Family Ties
@fayesouthall6604
Жыл бұрын
Love Curtis he’s a top guy. A great guy to follow on Twitter.
@davecody5997
Жыл бұрын
Boston....more then a feeling!!!!!
@empmaximus1
Жыл бұрын
Also, please listen to: Boy Meets Girl - Waiting for a Star to Fall - kzitem.info/news/bejne/s56urG2HoGeegoo Go West - King of Wishful Thinking - kzitem.info/news/bejne/uXiQu65qfGicpKA Level 42 - Something about you - kzitem.info/news/bejne/uKqB3nmjroWpdZg Keep making us smile!
@rhondaharmon724
Жыл бұрын
He sang a lot of the songs on Sons of Anarchy. This life is fantastic.
@joethomas1775
Жыл бұрын
Sleeping With The Lights On should be the next one of his. But my favorite of his is Never Saw A Miracle.
@CurlieGrl
Жыл бұрын
New artist for me. Thank you 💞
@empmaximus1
Жыл бұрын
I went and dug it out of a box when you said that about the cassette. LOVE IT still. Always makes my chest hurt. I started buying CD's in 1990 and this song came out in 91. Not all new release came out on CD though, so I bought the cassette tape. It probably wont last another 30 years as the tape material stretches and warps and changes eventually ruining the tape.
@lensnart1303
Ай бұрын
One of the best forgotten (not by me) songs of the 90's.
@gbh0031
Жыл бұрын
I think you would also enjoy “At This Moment” by Billy Vera and the Beaters.
@vincenthewlett4329
Жыл бұрын
Check out his whole album any track is brilliant.....All that Matters....is myfav
@jimedwards4214
Жыл бұрын
Check out The Man You'll Fall in Love With, and he did the theme for Sons of Anarchy
@jcedeno8391
Жыл бұрын
First time for me as well. Why was this guy not everywhere
@terrellinc22
Жыл бұрын
This Man Can Sing !!!! Suggestion BOBBY CALDWELL - "WHAT YOU WON'T DO FOR LOVE", boz scaggs "heart of mine", Eddie Money - I'll Get By, peabo Bryson "if ever your in my arms again"
@joannetyndall3625
Жыл бұрын
That whole album was brilliant x
@benfinesilver2250
9 ай бұрын
His voice always reminded me of Ray Charles. He was also a very good basketball player. Pretty damn talented.
@rwschumm
Жыл бұрын
Great Voice, Great Sax, and Great Tune! What's Not to Like?? Great Choice, Guys! Great Reaction! :)
@quodnomenmihiest6283
Жыл бұрын
90's alternative is what I love, and this had not changed, the harder alt, the better. When this came out, it changed my opinion of other genres, Stigers is pretty awesome. This whole CD is a must-listen. "You're All That Matters To Me," "Never Saw A Miracle" and "I Guess It Wasn't Mine" are three others that stand out for me, along with "This Time" from his sophomore release. I hope you get around to reacting to some of these.
@flodee8561
Жыл бұрын
Listen please to Billy Joel's "A Matter of Trust", " You're Only Human (Second Wind), and "The River of Dreams". All hits!
@lisaslaymaker7303
Жыл бұрын
Oh this song ❤️❤️❤️❤️
@helindove2237
Жыл бұрын
So nice of you to react to this song. It was a big hit. Even after not hearing this song for a long time, I could sing along. Another new artist you might like is The Teskey Brothers. An Australian soul and blues rock band. They were founded in 2008. Their latest song "Oceans Of Emotions" is so good!
@andrewmarenus7301
Жыл бұрын
Yes, Curtis Stigers was (and probably still is) a great performer. However, I'd like to know more about Jay's choice of t-shirts today....
@melodymcdonald2140
Жыл бұрын
He is still very active. He just recently opened for Barry Manilow in a series of concerts. He still sounds as great as ever…
@kendeeni
Жыл бұрын
Curtis is primarily a jazz singer, who flirted with pop stardom in the early 90s. He's excellent!
@samanthalloyd85
Жыл бұрын
i remember hearing this when i was a child
@celine4evauk
Жыл бұрын
This song was massive in the UK!!
@bobbyj5375
Жыл бұрын
vocal reminds me of john hiatt " she loves the jerk" " slug line" "radio girl" "washable ink"
@Shrykespeare
Жыл бұрын
Wow. Haven't heard this guy's name in a while. Though he was from the U.S. (born in Idaho) he seemed to have slightly more success in England. Some of his other songs include "You're All That Matters to Me", "Sleeping With the Lights On", "Never Saw a Miracle", and "This Time." He was never HUGE, but he carved out a niche in music, and he still has many fans that go see him play today.
@thomasfinnell9681
Жыл бұрын
"Talk it over" by Grayson Hugh. "Beautiful in my eyes" by Joshua Kadison.
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