Gary Numan - Metal (Live at The Current) 

True story. I was near the entrance to Disneyland in Calfornia, the evening of Sat. Dec. 23, 2022. And I saw him with his wife and oldest daughter. I recognized him, and called his name. His wife turned around and then he did. And it blew me away. I was lucky enough to chat with him for a few minutes and took three selfies. I remember asking his daughter if she knew how cool he was. She had headphones on and Gary said "She is probably listening to my music". Super nice guy and humble too. It made my year, as I am a big fan of his. First saw him back in the 1980's, and 3 times in the last 6 or 7 years. He is a pioneer in the field of electronic music and very underrated and under-appreciated. He should be in the Rock Hall of Fame, but those a-holes have about a 20 year backlog to catch up on. Happy New Years to all music lovers out there!

Gary never liked playing hid old hits until Trent Reznor told Gary that he loved the old stuff. Gary said if he can like those songs then so can I....he's a musical trend setter

So many artists owe this man huge thanks for cutting the trail they followed.

a song that you never want to end!!!

this is the first time I heard this. why does the radio only play cars this is awesome so is down in the park. Gary is one of the most underrated musicians.

Gary Numan is one of the most underrated musicians ever.

I was there, in 1979 as a 10-year-old watching on "Top Of The Pops" MAGIC in front of my eyes. I immediately asked my parents for a keyboard, not a piano, and nor piano lessons - they could not afford a synth of any description but I eventually got a Casio MT-100. Here I am now, as a 5-times stroke-ridden punk/metal guitarist watching one of my heroes produce once again the magic that appeared before my eyes in 1979. And I want to be back in 1979, and to be able to be a part of Gary's journey. Those were the BEST times of my life, I will never forget the amazing feelings I got as a 10-year-old on hearing this those decades ago. :(

Odd, when Gary sings at a higher pitch, he sounds very much like himself from his earlier years. Great instrumentals in this version, BTW.

This is so great. His voice is still amazing.

When I was 11 I bought one of my very first 7" records, Cars. I adored Cars, but ended up liking the flip side (Metal) even more. I couldn't stop playing it. This live version is fucking amazing.

There are two kind of people, 1 the people that appreciate Gary Numan's music and 2 the people who don't.

Gary Numan is one of the real musicians of futurist music that ever come out of the 80s. He was so far ahead of his time that made him the person that he is in 2022. A genius in the making of over 40 years.

Am I the only one who knows that the added ending is from his M.E.? Absolutely KILLER!! 🖤🌹🖤🌹🖤

The only one who can combine a nice synth melody with rock. Love his music.

Seen gary last year in Newcastle. after 40 yrs still a brilliant performer. Keep going gary !

I cant think of another artist who sounds this good after so many years. Most bands/artists go soft and sound cabaret like, Numan has gained an edge. How the hell does that work!!

Gary Numan has created tones of great music. Unbelievable that I had never heard about him untill I came across some great songs on RU-vid. Heavily underrated artist.

When you hear this live it blows you away pure class

"Metal" is by far and away Gary Numan's best song. Moreover, it has to be considered that greatest electronic/new wave fusion song of all time. The video is a brilliant presentation of this legendary piece of music.

He plays the closing riff from M.E. towards the end. Cool.

Bought the P.P in 79, played it this morning...this is where NIN get inspiration!!!!!! Respect!!!!!!!!!

ähem... geil? ja... geil. Absolut, mein Fav. Song ever. We're in the building where they make us grow And I'm frightened by the liquid engineers Like you My Mallory heart is sure to fail I could crawl around the floor just like I'm real Like you The sound of metal I want to be you I should learn to be a man Like you Plug me in And turn me on Oh, everything is moving I need my treatment it's tomorrow they send me Singing I am an American Do you? Picture this, if I could make the change I'd love to pull the wires from the wall Did you? And who are you And how can I try Here inside I like metal Don't you All I know Is no one dies I'm still confusing love with need

Brilliant Numan song. One of his best. Gets you in the mood. ‘Moral’ is another underrated gem. Followed this guy for 42 years and every tour. Great memories. Numan is a real rock star.

Very cool. See him live if you get the chance. His shows are always very powerful..

His First Four LP's were Amazing ! From 'pUnK ' to 'Electronica' ! Those Records were 'Experimental' and produced most of his 'Hits' commercially, which is what most Artists strive for! Gary never stops experimenting, that is one of his many many qualities! Some things work better than others, that is the case with all artists, he never rests on his laurels and just does a 'Greatest Hits 'Tour (maybe he would make more money doing so? ) He is so creative, still looks amazing, and is adored by 'US' fans! God Bless; Gary Numan, Tubeway Army, Dramatis ! etc

This is one of the best songs ever!!! Ive seen him live and frankly Gary Numan is hands down perfect. His shows are full of energy, expression, and excellent musicianship. I always try to catch him when he comes to L.A. He is a must see

numan is best i first saw him in concert when i was 18 at demontford hall Leicester then i saw him in Newcastle 02 about 3 years ago im 50 this year and his music will never die faithful till the end im a numanoid true to form😁

When the song "Cars" came out, I bought the album. When I heard "METAL" oh YES! Will always be my favorite by Gary. He's just brilliant. His sound makes me imagine like I'm 'Flying! Thank you Gary Newman!♥️

Huge with Afrika Bambaataa and the Zulu Nation and, the early "turntable terrorists" Over 40yrs old...still sounds fresh.. even edgy

His voice is so much better now, this is great

A nice concise version, creatively updated but missing a touch of synth magic.

This is my fave live version of Metal since 79, mainly because of the drummers drumming in this, since this version I always expect the drum fills to be like this version, I've actually only seen Gary live twice

Voice hasn't changed an absolute Lengend.

YES, this in the 70`s was weird space music AND we would stand have twisted singing AND I had this on 8-track tape, member those? WHOA, I'm old.

THIS! This is the proper version of this song. Creepyifying intro? Yes please! Bass and guitars with more umph? Ohhh yeah

Why do I love Gary Numan's music so much? Do I prefer music in a minor rather than a major key? Is it the perfect blend of analogue synths with rock guitars? Or is it the picture he paints of a dystopian universe run by machines? All of these I suspect and much more besides. Like a fine wine, Gary only gets better with age and I've been with him on his journey seeing him perform 'live' numerous times. And yet the fools at the Brit Awards would rather hand out the outstanding achievement gong to people like the Spice Girls, Taylor Swift and Robbie Williams. This guy is original, a true pioneer of electronic music and now a leader in industrial rock, keeping his synth roots at the core. It's a travesty - listen to the song Intruder released 2 years ago. It's epic, although Metal has always been my favourite and this version is just perfect with the reprise of M.E. at the end.

Nice one Gary 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

My favorite gary numan song ..

Starting at 3:50... Am I the only one that want's this to go forever.. Like Freebird?

Really strong lyrics too, Gary is a genius.

Still the same vocal sounding after so many years 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

I am 10 again. Gary Numan. Metal. What price can someone pay for this?

This LP changed my life

The transitioning towards the end is the best part 3:53, would love to hear a version that incorporates that part more

This should've been released as a single back in its day......pity as it's SO good!!!

love that version,don't get much better than this.

Numan; Godfather of Genius.

this is first class... perfectly updated version of the Pleasure Principle classic

So excellent and timeless in its execution,IMO. There like dancers who get into part park feel:)

I saw GN at Newcastle Ciy Hall back in the 90 and by fuck he was brilliant. Not underrated just under appreciated.

I love the the sound of the bass guitar on this video. Fantastic.

My favourite Numan song right here

What a stunning version indeed!! Numan is a synth genius!!

What a powerful song! So much oomft! Brilliant 🔥

I remember seeing him live in the 90s. His encore was Are Friends Electric, and everyone joined in on the chorus. Then he went into Metal, and at those opening chords, the place just errupted.

Anyone who likes Gary Numan but hasn't heard the rerecording of 'A Prayer For The Unborn' from 'Hybrid' you have to hear it. The chorus is a killer!

fantastic and it just takes me back to great days playing records in my bedroom ,,and i still have and play

Saw Gary live in Manchester UK last October. Absolutely fantastic, if you get the chance take it, I waited 36 years..... FOOL!

A million stars like our sun for every grain of sand. Where there are stars, there may be planets. Where there are planets, there may be music like this. Magic.

I could learn to be a man like you

Great track, still a big fan after 30+ yrs❤

Great tune off pleasure principle

Gary Numan on THe Current?! That's great. Thank you guys for uploading!

Bowie, Eno, Gary ,Trent all get it done Great life experience thru all there genius rest in peace Bowie. all great story tellers thank you 🙏🏼🙏🏼

Just a genius :-)

Proud to be the 305th like! SHAME on you 5 dislikes!

Sublime. And what a beautiful ending, blending in Films.

Gary eres the one

Brilliant! What a killer version of this classic.

This song DEFINES electronic music, a genre defining/breaking album 🤘

A.....mi....w..m..l ....im just fuckin speechless. The man is just amazing

i love this song. genx ppl made/make the best muzik

We're in the building where they make us grow and I am frightened by the liquid engineers...like you F**king changed my life.... @1:47 does he have to pee ?

Americans always making their own versions of English words. It's Numan..not Newman.

Just listened to this with full head phones on FUCK.....IN.....HELL 🎧

gary is great !

That's what's missing in the past number of decades to today's electronic or electronica. ----ROCK with eerie dark melodies and sounds. You can have your dance, i'll rather ROCK.

Ya know what's missing Gary... a wee bit of Reverb on your voice - to throw it 'out there'. This beats 'Ruin' hands down, morning, noon and night 💖

Oddly enough Poppy of all people does a pretty killer cover of this.

TOP!!!

Did i just hear a sample of Malcolm McLarens intro to Buffalo Girls at the start of Numans Metal ??? Anybody ???

The man's a genius

I wish that Gary Newman would make a new video using an AI robot becoming self aware, and then causing all AI robots become singular. 😮 that would be scary.

Seen Gary in Middlesbrough 1983. Absolutely fantastic and still is. Your sound and style will be in the history books. ❤

GARY NUMAN, ESTA MAS JOVEN QUE EN LOS 80TS!!!!! GRANDE........

Gary rocks!

The B side to one of the first 45s I ever bought, 1980, 8th grade, the other side was Cars. Brilliant.

Gary Numan rocks!

Would have been so awesome to have been in that room !

Yeah, Mallory batteries we shit, we've all been there 😂

Sometimes I wonder if we’re in the matrix and songs like this written in 1979🤯 Song was suppressed for a reason, me too I only heard of the car song

Why are they forcing that poor lad on drums to play outside though? Not particularly inclusive if you ask me..

Gary Numan RULES.

Was watching a movie called "sound of metal" and was reminded of this ! good movie too ...

Just pure fucking amazing!!

Saw him last night. In billings musically his bad was the best . They are classical trainec dudes would recommend.

Check out the video for 'My Machines' by Battles.

Went to see Gary last year. Still an amazing singer.

Is he playing live at Coke Studios, a lot of them play live with headphones.

THIS SONG ROCKS HAD THE 45 WAY BACK WHEN AROUND 1981