Want to hear one of Jon's originals? • The World Never Stops ... Also, search iTunes or Spotify for his band NEON HIGH. Their debut album is called YOU. (Jon played all the instruments on that album too!)
@@Sphere3601976 the fact that this was put together 15 years ago alone is impressive.... saw this years ago and just watched it again.. will never get old
I played in a Boston-area band, and also knew Brad (although I could not call him a good friend). I actually saw him perform the year he died (when he was singing mostly a Beatles set). It's just too bad that nobody saw it coming. The seventies was a decade of really great album rock, and great rock anthems, and this song here, and this album, definitely rank among the best. Brad's voice and Tommy's guitar created an amazing new sound that sounds fresh and clear to this day.
Yeah, I was gonna say that Tom really needs to hear those two singers. That kid on the high harmonies is scary. Ain't nobody with human DNA sings like that...
Keith - Tom would be so proud, to see a young man like he once was playing all the instruments. Tom is absolutely brilliant, and we miss Brad so much! Greetings from Canada.
So...I'm 54 years old and remember the "Boston" album when it came out. Foreplay/Long Time is my favorite track on the album. Now....I'm also an amateur guitarist who has picked up the instrument after many years away. Hearing this young man's guitar playing just about makes me want to pack it in and take up golf. And...he plays, bass, drums, and keyboards well enough to hit this song out of the park. And let me add a big "holy shit" to the lead singer. Seriously great pipes and touch on a difficult song. Bravo guys. This really made me smile.
There’s just something about it. I love watching the incomprehensible drumming in Foreplay. I’ve been studying it for years. I think it’s some kind of paradiddle.
While that may be true, there were actually back up vocals on the original version of the song as well, so two or more people were going to be singing on that song anyway.
Dude! The lead singer dude! You gave me chills hearing that hi note on the break. You sang it like Brad Delp and made the hair of my neck stand up! You guys rocked! Tom Sholz should be calling the lead singer to join Boston.
The fact that this still has a foothold in our hearts 💕almost 50 years later. Is incredible. But true. No one can ever take this away from us. Cheers y'all. See ya round
And; as a former Radio DJ and Program Director, having played the original hundreds of times I'll say that This Is The BEST "Cover" I've EVER heard.... Period!!!! The Equipment; processing, playing, hell - EVERYTHING is G R E A T !!!
@@miltonchavez1262yeah I play guitar, bass, keyboard, and drums, but none except bass with any proficiency. This man makes me want to quit them all lol
This rendition of Boston Reminds me of a my USAF days in Okinawa, Japan. It is a long tail. I was stationed there for 6 years.. over time my reputation for caring for my Airman... as I was a step higher in rankage... LOL... I never knew. After 6 years there... I was leaving for the Pentagon, Hand selected to clean up a mess Eight years before saving the Tax payers $550,000 a year in in Phone and circuit bills... but I will never forget a Sergent from Boston and his band there... all USAF and perfectionist too... I was leaving and was invited to a club off base they played at off GATE 2, Kadena, Air Base... I could choose any Rock tune... RUSH, LED Zep, Styx, Boston... and they were perfectionist.. Absolutely Spectacular! Each Tune was as if in a recording studio... or off the original ... Spirit of Radio and This song too... they played to perfection for me.. I hated to leave for the Pentagon... Those guys are the best... too. Great Music is truly inspirational and Generational... Nothing can compare to what we had for musician in the 60's and 70's.... or even before in the 1700 or 1800... Music today SUX ever since... Big Bands...WTF happened? Anyway.. It is an experience I will never forget, better than going to a concert. Just being with people who really respect you as a person and you never knew how much you helped them.. sort of thing.. because in the Military.. you take care of each other.. as in.." Do unto others as you would do unto yourself". It works... wonderfully at times...we respected and worked great together... I love and miss you guys... 1997... Huuu Rahh.
Im a HUGE Boston fan. And being that Im aware of the immense talents of Delp and Scholtz. This was simply awesome. I loved listening. Please keep it up. REAL TALENT here.
Over a year later, decided to boot this video up again and it brought tears to my eyes. Don't know why. Amazing work. I don't think music has ever made me emotional like this has. Thank you.
I never thought someone could ever cover a Boston song and it still sound as good as Boston themself, I can say I was MORE then wrong, cause this was beautiful
It kills me to hear so called professional sound engineers and others critique this. How about show us how much better you are with a video reply. 638,859 views.....ya better get busy. Two clicks on a knob...really? I love this and it's perfect. These are a couple of teenagers. And amazing support from a great dad!
GrandpappyJim Hey, idiot... positive criticism will actually help them get even better and more advanced in all areas of production. There's nothing wrong with pointing some things out that could be improved while at the same time appreciating their work, effort and great performance. And the sound IS a little thin, lacking some bottom, particularly on the drums, but still a great job. I've been a guitarist for 36yrs (in several bands) and have also done a lot of sound engineering, both live and in recording studios.
I loved it, but the guitar "sound" (not the playing) was a little too buzzy. Maybe he should have recorded through a Tom Scholz Rockman or a Marshall amp with a Scholz Powersoak. And just for those who will ask for "proof" and links ..... here ya go: SCHOLZ No. They were always done with a prototype of my Power Soak power attenuator, at low volume, through a standard cabinet close-miked with an Electro-Voice RE16. I was using mostly a Marshall head that sounded like doo-doo on its own, but with a Crybaby wah pedal, an EQ and these old Maestro Echoplex tape delays in front of it, it sounded really good. It was noisy as hell, so I’m sure that I was getting some preclipping before it got to the head. For guitars, I had two Gold Top Les Pauls that both sounded very similar, and that was it. www.guitarworld.com/features/interview-tom-scholz-recalls-making-boston-and-don-t-look-back
Kudos on them vocals FOR sure, I had to laugh cuz you didn't want to hit that ass end note at the end of the song, can't say I blame ya! Phenomenal job people!! Excellent song choice, YES!👍😎✌❤
I am from Manchester NH. Brad Delp lived here. H was a good friend of mine. I man that was taken from us to early.....There isn't a day goes by that I don't wonder..........What if? RIP Brad. You guys do the song Justis
Three minutes in every hair on my body stood up and stayed there!!! How have I not seen this till now? As for some of the other comments, only Brad Delp sounds like Brad Delp and sadly, that's no longer an option. What IS an option though is creating a very respectful yet still individual rendition of a complex, intricate and demanding song! Now just add another 20 or so layers of guitar for full Scholz effect........Awesome!!!
What a great tribute to Boston !!!! Amazing talent, amazing vocals, and great job Jon !!!!! Never seen someone play everything so well !!!! I can only imagine how much work went into this project !!!
Firstly, what a talented guy to not only put the tracks together to create such an amazingly accurate cover of the song but to play all the instruments as well. And OMG...that lead singer is dead on. I could listen to that man forever. Amazing highs and so beautifully sung. Nice job guys. Loved it.
I'm a huge boston fan, Used to be in a garage band 40 years ago, but you really made me smile. Great job, love to hear this music being played by another generation. you nailed it.
I watched this when it was first uploaded. I'm not sure who recommended it to me but it made me interested in Boston which in turn made me fall for Boston and rock in general. So glad I found this at a young age almost 9 years ago that's insane
Dude. I mean I don't even... Easily top 3 of most impressive things I've seen in my life, and this is coming from a music snob. I was really impressed with the one man band, but I thought... the vocals will probably be underwhelming. Then, boom. One of the best vocal performances ever! I mean, I don't even know how this is humanly possible! Great job! So impressive!!!
I am a musician. I only say this because I hope you appreciate the comments from someone who understands. This is the best cover I have EVER seen. Brilliant… absolutely amazing. Have watched it for years.. showed friends and colleagues, has always had the same effect. Amazed, impressed, and humbled . Nice job! 😊
Now this is What I'M talking about. Great job. I listened to some other groups doing Boston, and I had to thumbs down them. Off key vocals and missteps with instruments. Must say I really liked you guys. The Boston sound but not a carbon copy. You made it your own but kept the integrity of the song. I really appreciated the musician s gift. Your just a pure talent. Max job on this. To the lead vocalist. You have a really crystal good voice. You have a pure clarity in your voice. Your range is impressive. I would say I just love it, but love is over used. Your voice is moving. Nuff said bout that. I'M feeling a little creepy now lol. I'M looking forward to hearing more you this band. ROCK ON.
Man there is hope for the Next Generation😀This is one of the first Songs I learned when I took Guitar and Piano Lesson. I still play it every chance I get !!
Damn. Such a great song, such a great beginning, and such a fantastic cover to honor it. Wow. That's obvious talent. To learn to play so many instruments must be hard right? It would take such a LONG TIME to learn it all... (Get it? No?). ;) I was seriously going to put that without almost realizing I just used a pun right there...So I did mean every word. Haha
not trying to be rude, but I would say this is NOT the case for most people. There's carry over between instruments, but this is a pretty dang technical song on all instruments. I'm more trying to give full credit to the guy in the video... that a lot of practice at work.
+Eric Martineau Assuming you're referencing my comment, i'll gladly tell you all the instruments that I can play... But that would be pointless. I meant what I said in a very general sense. I would hope you would have understood that, assuming you can play multiple instruments as well.
Naw, no shade intended. Just props. I play multiple instruments, not one of them as well as the guy in the video. For me to reach his skill level would require thousands (10s) of hours of practice. But it's possible I'm a slow learner.
That's the best cover I've ever heard. The vocals were just perfect, he needs to get a job with Boston! And the playing of all those instruments, incredibly close sound to what Tom does with his - The only limitation really is recreating something he's spent ages perfecting. But you captured the spirit and energy of the song, of Boston, perfectly.
Just came back to watch this video after 9 years. I remembered being wowed by it back then and when I was just listening to the original Boston song, I remembered this video. Still amazing
As a professional audio engineer... dude! David Steele needs to message the guys with Boston! you're the closest thing I've heard to Brad, since, well, Brad... This song really touches his range, seriously, you should at least be in a cover band... also, Dale, dude, too much buzz in the distortion, dial it back from 11 to like 9 and you've got it nailed... I know Tom's amp settings and you've nearly nailed them for a strat, just compensate for the added midrange of the single coils and you'll get it. Otherwise, you got the album correct chord structure
Fifty eight people have an affliction known as stick up your ass syndrome! Brilliant cover! All the more impressive as one musician played all the tracks! Straight beast mode! Cheers!
I remember "Bag" from our days at 1150 CKIQ Kelowna...the man could do amazing things with a two track recorder...you have taught your son well Dale...Smi
"clapping notation...........very important"................??? Well duh...............the song would lose part of its flavor if the clapping wasn't there. There are a few parts of "More Than A Feeling" that has clapping that some people probably don't know even exists. And where is the sheet music for the clapping part above? It's in the bottom hand hand corner of the screen..............(8^)
