Streetlight is touring right now & if you're in a local city you HAVE to see them live. Probably the best live shows I've ever been to, each 2 or 3 I've gone to are absolutely amazing.
This is my Greatful Dead band. I see them at least once a year. Usually 2 or 3. They don't need a huge production, the vibe and the fans singing/chanting every line is infectious.
@@antimatter2380 I wanna see BOTAR so badly but unfortunately moved out of LA before they had a show there & then haven't been close enough to their east coast / west coast shows for it to be worth it
R.I.P Matt Stewart you will be sorley missed and eternally beloved ❤️. I've seen Streetlight live countless times and yes they are phenominal live. And to me that's what makes a good band. If you cant perform live . . You are a studio artist not a musician. Or you are just older and lost your passion or deteriorated and just can't do what you didn't in the past. And respect to that. Btw Thomas Kalnoky is the best frontman for this style.
What a crossover of worlds for me. Love this band, loved this video. Unfortunately the trumpet player passed away not long ago. A legendary instrumentalist, my heart hurts for his family, friends, and band members. R.I.P Matt Stewart
Iv seen Street Light about 12 times and I will continue to do so. Hands down one of the most funnest, talented and energetic shows every time. If you get a chance, go see these guys. RIP Matt.
Catch-22 is actually a different band that Thomas Kolnaky was the lead singer for. He left and formed Streetlight, but Catch-22 found a new singer and made several more albums. Fans believe the line , "If you hate me so much than stop singing my songs" from A Moment of Silence is a direct reference to Catch-22 performing songs from "Keasbey Nights" live even after he left the band.
@@tjolsonmcse No, it isn't. That wouldn't even make sense. Many fans speculate that it was a response to Hard to Impress but I've never found any interview or statements confirming it.
@@tjolsonmcse I've literally never seen it speculated that it was a response to Point the Blame, but seen several people say it's a reference to Hard to Impress over the past 15 years. You don't have to agree, as it's all speculation so it's irrelevant.
YES! I was just saying in another comment that I've been seeing them since 2006, and I regret none of it! From the BOTAR shows with a full orchestra to Toh Kay shows in small bars to full Streetlight shows, they NEVER DISAPPOINT! I've never clicked a Palmisano video faster!
@@TheRealLAC I saw botar in 2018 at the beacon theater. I see them every year at starland ballroom in nj. Sometimes dressed as bacon… everyone should see them at least once in their lives.
@@sannydanchez10 Ugh, I've wanted to make the pilgrimage out that way, but I get spoiled enough with getting to hit most of their Los Angeles / San Diego / Las Vegas shows [I live 3 hours from all 3]. But man, hearing some of the Jazz versions that have come out from the Ballroom makes me super envious. Lately I've been covering a ton of Toh Kay versions, and I got my kids singing their music. We are truly blessed to have Tomas and the crew still touring!
This performance is a bit faster in tempo than the album version, I do think it takes away from a bit of the punch. The breakup in the syncopation make this song.
LOVE seeing people's first introduction to Streetlight. GO listen to everything on repeat and you WILL love it. I know its an ongoing discussion, but I don't see it as a genre, its Streetlight, and its unique and amazing.
"Ska," as a genre, was birthed as fusion and the people that play it don't shy away from fusing it with other genres and sounds. You could easily listen to half a dozen different ska bands and none of them sound like each other at all. (Of course, you could also listen to half a dozen that all sound like Rancid or Reel Big Fish) If you like Jazz, check out The Slackers or Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra. If you like Reggae, check out Hepcat or The Aggrolites. If you like Hardcore, check out Link 80 or Leftover Crack. If you like Metal, check out Do It With Malice or Voodoo Glow Skulls. If you like Hip Hop, check out Keyser Soze or Sonic Boom Six. If you want to hear the original ska, that led to the creation of Rocksteady and Reggae, check out The Skatelites or Desmond Dekker. There really is a ska for every taste. Unless one just hates fun.
Thanks for taking the request Michael! Tomas Kalnoky is truly a talent when it comes to writing and composing. His has a real knack for melody. His guitar playing is so good yet usually overshadowed by the brass section. His solo acoustic stuff is amazing. I hear these songs and think of theme songs for the NBA (Roundball rock) or Monday Night football. Going to try and see them live at the Fimore Silver Spring in September.
First off, love that you’re doing Streetlight!! The guitarist & singer is the band in a way. Tomas Kalnoky… listen to some of his solo acoustic covers of Streetlight. You can find it on RU-vid by the name of “Toh Kay”. Don’t quote me, but im pretty sure he’s classically trained. There’s also another band he’s played symphonic versions of Streetlight with, called Bandits of the Acoustic Revolution. Very cool stuff!!!
Tomas isn't classically trained, but he did subject himself to art school, so he understands that kind of pressure. He's a perfectionist with very high standards for himself and the people he works with. The rest of the band, except for one guy, ARE classically trained, though. I don't remember which other guy it is. So, what little they lack in classical training they make up for with self-harm levels of dedication to personal excellence.
Check out Do It With Malice. Their drummer DEFINITELY listens to a lot of metal, and puts his doubled bass pedals to work. They're not quite as genre-fluid as Streetlight, but they really nailed the metal-ska sound. As a first song to check out for metal vibes, I'd recommend 'Mark My Words.' The song starts with the sound of a shotgun being racked and fired, with the band coming in hard with a steady double bass beat behind it.
They are touring through the end of summer to winter! I'll be seeing them in July in Vegas at the Brooklyn Bowl and I'll see them in LA in August! They are just as snappy as ever, and that's from someone who has been seeing them live since 2006! I think the only change from the line-up in this video is the Trumpet player Matt Stewart I don't believe will be with them.
@@stonedwallabysRIP Matt. His energy was one of my favorite parts of the live show. But it does look like the tour is still happening though. At least I hope so because I just bought tickets for the Chicago show.
100% I've yet to see such a united audience for another band big or small. Everyone at a Streetlight show knows exactly what's coming. They're absolutely into it, the entire set is peak energy levels and the vibe is super positive.
I got a real big soft spot for deep brass in my life now at 70.......and this is that....."WILD BRASS!!" It got me outta my chair alright!!.....dipping and spinning around the ol graveyard!!!!lo!! just like an old music lover would do. Thanks again good sir.....thank you for all ya do , cheers , ron
Love seeing when a band I love leaves someone speechless! So happy to see you experience Streetlight. See ‘em live sometime! They’re probably the reason I play in a band today. Literally changed my life.
Thanks for this! I love ska in general, but especially this band and the singer's previous band, Catch-22. I'm convinced the 4th wave of ska is just about to pop off, and I'm ready for it.
One of the absolute best lives shows I've ever been to was Streetlight Manifest in the Starlight Ballroom in or near their hometown. I think it was the first show with their new trombonist and his family was standing next to the stage right in front of where I was when I wasn't in the mosh pit. It was pretty heartwarming to watch them watch their son. Every once in a while he'd look over at them with the biggest smile on his face.
man. i was surprised when i saw your video reacting to the se guys pop up. what a GREAT ska band. every time i hear them that horn section blows my mind all over again.
Tomas, the singer writes...i guess composes pretty much everything for the band. He's super talented. I can't wait to see them in Norfolk September 21.
Comparing Streetlight Manifesto to any other ska band is like comparing Michael Jordan to any other basketball player. SLM are on a completely different plane of existence.
I had to the opportunity to be around these gents for most of the summer of 2012 and the incredible musicianship didn't just fall from the sky. I dont think I saw any of them without their instrument in hand.
They just released a live video from last summer on their channel, worth a watch if not a react video. All the horns get their moment to shine and their trumpet player sadly passed last year. I rarely miss a tour stop when they are near by. Some of the best live music going and depending on the crowd they can pull a mighty mosh pit.
JULY 2016!!! I was right there with ya buddy! That was the first concert I took my wife to when we started dating! Hahaha that was such a great fucking night, with Sycamore Smith playing his "Campfire" set and Dan P. playing right after he released To The Lions and joined Death Rosenstock!
My guess is regardless how many people love you when you are passing…. The only ones whose love will really matter, is from those whose love and presence you want in your life.
Ska was never my favorite thing, though I've always liked it. Metal was always my main thing, but Streetlight has always stood out for me. One of my all time favorite bands. I've seen them play live nearly every time they've come to my city for the last 2 decades or so. Definitely recommend diving into their discography.
Streetlight actually had some pretty heavy songs if you want that metal edge. Please check out “That’ll Be The Day” you won’t be disappointed I promise
It's hard for those that focus on lead. I don't intentionally focus on creative rhythm guit but I naturally am able to do those tasks without trying. People generally don't focus on or appreciate rhythm guitar but I think it's more important then people realize. It's probably the reason I picked up drums so easily. I think non musicians see tapping for example and think it's just do crazy but to us guitarists it's just a natural extension of our creative expression
Tomas Kalnoky (guitarist, singer) and Chris Thatcher (drums) are the only guys in the band who don't have Master's degrees in their instruments. Chris is just a beast of a drummer, and Tomas went to school for graphic design (and I believe is still the major force behind their iconography), but clearly you don't need degrees to play that well.
also have you ever heard of Jake Shimabukuro? Ukulele Maestro! lol i live his cover of "As My Ukulele Gently Weeps" he plays in cemtral park recored on a old old camera so good! i wonder what can be learned from his performance
dude if you think this is crazy you should check out their song The Three of Us. It's a wall of sound all the way through and it's really heavy by Ska/Punk standards
Please please react to one of mk.gees performances!! The one on jimmy kimmel is awesome! He is redefining guitar playing! Love your videos!! (Im gonna keep asking!)
Live version is impressive but their live stuff feels too rushed and it’s hard to appreciate the intricacies of their music with it. You should react to the album version of this song, or just some of their album stuff in general, it has so much more patience and really lets the listener bask in every little detail. I swear, I’ll listen to a song 20+ times and then the next time, I’ll notice some subtle, unique arrangement that I never noticed before in the background and fall in love with the song all over again. They are one of very few bands that I think sounds really good live, but sounds way, WAY better in studio. I’d recommend reacting to “With Any Sort of Certainty” if you don’t want to react to a different version of a song you’ve already reacted to.
Love streetlight, but this is one of those rare times where i prefer to the album version to the live version all those instruments really get cluttered here
ska predates reggae. reggae is laid back stoner ska. ska has it's roots in the 1960's in the Caribbean and streetlight manifest isn't ska, it's punk with horns. thank you for reading my ted talk.
It’s not, but it’s still good. No reason to harsh the vibe. Let’s not distract from this great video about a great song because of labels that don’t matter.
