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This whole album is fantastic. It's a shame they never caught on in America until Breakfast In America from 79. Then they quickly fell off the charts after that. American audiences are finicky.
Famous Last Words was an underwhelming album Then they, effectively, broke up with Roger leaving, but the four album run from CotC to BiA is in my opinion the best four album run in music history. And yes, I'm including The Beatles. @@mgordon1100
@@mgordon1100they were always huge in Buffalo New York one of the first cities that they broke in... And they never forgot that they always commented on that. fact.... Asylum is my favorite Supertramp song it is a masterpiece...
If someone tells you that Supertramp was underrated or appreciated, they are coming from a US point of view. The band never hit the Billboard charts well until Breakfast In America. It peaked number 1. The subsequent albums fell off after that. Yes, they performed well in Canada, also Germany. I don't know why American music listeners didn't latch onto this band. BIA really had no choice but to hit number one. They played the crap out of it. I know, I was a teenager, and this was the album to have in 79.
For those of us who lived through this music, it's easy to see why we find todays music lacking. What was once a full meal has become a cube of sugar. Thanks for sharing!
Crime of the Century, the album, is in the top 3 albums I have owned. This album got me through a year of college. Another song you will enjoy by Supertramp is Fool's Overture from their Even in the Quietest Moments album. Also, I really enjoy your reactions as well as your understanding of music. Additionally, I appreciate your love of Supertramp ... you get them.
My theory behind this song is that it was meant to be started off originally to be tongue and cheek humor. Along the way, they stumbled across a serious masterpiece.
Exactly what I mean when I say that Breakfast In America was great but it's never as good as Crime Of The Century or Even In The Quietest Moments. Those two albums rank high among the best of the decade and beyond. Timeless music that still stands up today. ♥
@@ljsites I agree with you, though I'd put Crisis as their 3rd best. From what I've read, it was mostly put together from leftover tracks recorded for Crime. Not that there weren't some great songs, I just couldn't imagine Sister Moonshine fitting into the feel of Crime of the Century. Even the band wasn't as happy with Crisis as they'd liked to have been. Solid album, though!
And that's why I have Supertramp tattooed across my collar bone ! Not to mention your reaction literally made me tear up ! The passion I have for them is unmeasurable ! There are music saved my life as a troubled 17 year old !
@@thorzzz1z, Absolutely not !! trust me I put a lot of thought into that before I did it ! I got to meet Roger Hodgson after a show because of that tattoo ! He actually stopped playing his Encore song walked to the edge of the stage leaned down shook my hand and gave me his guitar pick that he was playing with ! Believe it or not that happened 2 years in a row he recognized me from the year before , So now I have 2 guitar pics from Roger !
From all us old people, I'm glad you guys enjoy Supertramp as much as we did back then when they first hit the airwaves. Darken the room, pull out some green, lay back, and get pulled into their music. Saw them live back in the '80s and it was awesome!
Hell, I think I love you guys. I am a 63 year old man sitting here, almost with tears in my eyes. I was there at the time. I know this album, I bought it when vinyl was the only real option. A twelve inch disc, with that cover image of the bars and the hands, laying on my kitchen table. I played it on a rosewood Denon DP52F from a completely different era than today. I (crystal clear) remember listening to this album - finished by THIS song, high as a kite - enthralled by it. “If Everyone was Listening”, “Rudy”, “Crime of the Century”. I knew that I was listening to something special. I listened to it over and over and over again. In my closet there hangs a Supertramp t-shirt I wear simply because I just want to. No shit, the two of you are among the straight-up reviewers on the net. God bless you, and thank you both.
Gentlemen, what can I say ? Except - Welcome to the club. You now know why they are one of my favorite bands. They can play any style of music they wish - and do. And make it their own. Shout out also to producer Ken Scott. Every great band needs a great producer to get it all down properly.
If you're at a point in your life when you have a decision to make and you don't know which road to take, listen to this song to re-orient your head and re-align yourself, then you'll know what to do.
Interesting you should say that. I have dismissed them in the past, but here today- facing challenges- this is helping my brain feel better. As I get older I find myself more open to music that I haven't given a real chance. Helpful comment ✌🏼
For me what stands out in this song is the incredibly subtle but dramatic drumming of Bob Seinbenberg. He has such a delicate yet powerful touch. I can’t get enough of his playing. A very underated player. I saw them live in 1979 and 1984, and it was such a joy.
One of the very few bands who can replicate tgeir studio sound in a live venue. Just goes to show their consumate musicianship. Saw them live at the L.A. Forum in '77. Best concert ever and have seen many (other bands)
I never considered Supertramp to be at the same table as Zep, Rush, Queen, or Sabbath, but the way you guys react, make me want to put them right there. I will say that they like Steely Dan are their own genre. Very unique.
yeah, that "table" is kinda based on what you bring to it. I'm 58 and still have holes in my musical -- I'm really just talking rock here, nevermind the other genres, lol -- knowledge big enuf to drive trucks thru. Zep's my overall fave, but I have to include The WHo, beatles, Stones, the usual suspects in my "Top 5 or ten" But i agree that maybe if i heard enuf Supertramp, Steely, or, say, even Motorhead, I might shuffle my list.
Thanks for playing all 3 of my favorite Super Tramp songs, although there's still so many more songs of theirs that I like but "Rudy ","School " and this one👍🏻😊 are my favorites ❤
I have three bands, Genesis, Pink Floyd and Supertramp. My favourite tracks from each begin with a C. Carpet Crawlers, Comfortably Numb and Crime of the Century. This is my favourite reaction to my three tracks. That means a lot, thanks guys.
I remember waiting for this album to come out and listening to it it in the dark with headphones on. I was about 14. The whole album just gripped me an took me to a different place. It still does.
This is why I enjoy your videos. Once again you have introduced me a classic rock fan to a new great song! Keep up the good work and I will keep watching. Thanks
Supertramp stands shoulder to shoulder with other greats like Pink Floyd, Genesis, and Yes. They have the most impressive musical arrangements and compositions, their production was state of the art at the time, like the others above, they went next level as far as production goes. Supertramp is one of the 70's most criminally under recognized bands...not underrated...because everyone who ever hears them cant help but rate them highly.
One of the best album ending songs ever. Supertramp are kings of dynamics. This was a La-removed-his-glasses type of awesome song. Che with the air piano. You gentleman are so enjoyable.
Thank you for doing my favorite song of this album. I always appreciate your reactions from Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin to Supertramp to whoever is in between!!! 👍💯 Greetings from Berlin Germany 😊😎
Supertramp fan since the 70's! The Crime of the Century album opens with the lone harmonica at the beginning of "School." The harmonica comes back in the closing seconds of "Crime" to close out the album. I always loved that! You guys do a great job of breaking down the music! You are a real treat to watch.
Yes! They easily rate Zeppelin or Steely Dan. Their albums, "Crime of the Century," "Crisis, What Crisis?," "Even In the Quietest Moments," "Breakfast In America," and "...Famous Last Words," are all drop dead masterpieces. After Hodgson and Davies parted way, things sort of fell off a bit.
The title cut from Brother Where You Bound was written during the Famous Last Words sessions but didn’t vibe with the rest of the album, even Roger Hodgson said it was a masterpiece. I think the subtraction of Roger and the addition of David Gilmour = AWESOME!
Thank you . Finally someone calls this song what it is: a masterpiece. It is easily my favorite song by Supertramp. I agree with the Pink Floyd vibes, it has the same majesty. Fool's overture should be your next stop. 👍🥴
I feel you, at times I feel like this is one of the best songs ever made and most certainly one of the most enduring. Unless I'm listening to Pink Floyd and then I see them as peers.
I remember falling asleep while listening to the album this is off, and I awoke during the outtro to this song. I felt like I was on some astral plane somewhere. Was an incredible experience that I don’t think I’ll ever forget
Brilliant song, brilliant album, brilliant band. Go get that birthday vinyl as it is best in its uncompressed form and just turn it up to 11, you will never regret it.
I was one of the lucky ones who got to see them live in Barcelona 1979, and although I was young I will never forget it. Supertramp is one of my favorite bands and it makes my skin crawl every time I hear them.
Pink Floyd, Led, Yes, Supertramp, Steely Dan, Genesis, Rush and the Stones are all in my room and sitting at my table! Nothing like the 70s for amazing music.
I had the privilege of seeing them live on this tour. They played the entire album with a rear projection screen. This was the last song they played. I was like 16 years old. I also saw the "Even in the Quitest Moments" tour and "Breakfast in America" tour.
Right with you guys! Supertramp are masterpiece creators. Each song on this album is a consummate work of art. The only element of predictability in their music is just how innovative each song is. Pretty extraordinary. I 've super appreciated your reactions to their music!
Supertramp are in a class of their own! What truly amazes me is that there are so many talented musicians that have come out of the UK! In my opinion, such a small country has produced the best and most creative music! What IS or IS NOT in their water supply?
Ha! I was going to say that I’m at least 20% of the total views they’ve gotten on this video. My favorite part? “I didn’t think you was gonna go theeeeere.”
thats what i like about this channel , the lads dont just let you know if they like it or not they understand the complexities of production and the dynamics within but even more importantly they show you how it feels , more power to you. Supertramp are at there best when its a big track and they can stretch out and just compose beautiful music , the live album.. paris is worth a listen too . all my best to you and yours from Liverpool
You really made me happy with this reaction. I didn't buy albums from the other "bands in the room", but I bought every one of them from Supertramp. Save their song "Fools Overture" for when you are ready for their best (well OK some people can argue which is best: Crime of the Century, Rudy or Fool's Overture). Where you are in your Supertramp journey, I believe everything that you hear after Fool's Overture will pale in comparison, so I would hold off. Maybe do "Even on the Quietest Moments, next? (But NOT live; its very pared down). But when you listen to Fool's Overture, I beg you to do the version on the Live in Paris album. (And c'mon... Winston Churchill over the speakers, to an audience in Paris... that has got "feels" ) And for goodness sakes do not watch the video made from their Paris concerts for Fool's Overture. It changes the meaning and feel of that one song. And the mix on that video was done later. The band didnt approve. DO The LIVE ALBUM version. Plus, the Live Paris show has a better tempo for a cool part of it, than the original studio album had and the vocal crescendo has better mic'ing or reverb... something-- something about it makes that better. It's the premium version.
Seeing this song finish a show with the visuals you leave feeling like you've been locked behind bars floating out in space for eternity.... it feels great.
Love it that you guys are digging into Supertramp, one of my all-time favorite bands. As I had mentioned in another review, the first time I saw them live out of 16 times they played this album start to finish in order. They ended the show with this song and walked offstage and the audiences' collective jaw was on the floor. I hope you react to Hide In Your Shell off this album next. Please keep up the Supertramp journey.
I was lucky enough to see Supertramp in Milwaukee twice. First, in 1975 and then again in 1977 (this time from the SECOND row, just to the right of Rick Davies). They closed the shows with this song both times. Supertramp is in my top 5. Their 5-album run from 1974-1980 is among the best in rock music history. The live album, 'Paris' is one of the best live records ever. Well worth listening to the entire 5 albums back-to-back to back. Oh, the Pink Floyd vibe comes from sound engineer Alan Parsons (yeah, THAT guy). He's the same dude who also engineered the tiny record, 'Dark Side of the Moon!!' 🌚❤
I saw them 3x in the 70's...phenomenal! Guitar, Drums, Sax, Keys, Bass, Vocals, their HEART! Crime is on my top 10 List and the Title track is a must every time I make an improvement on my turntable system!!
So glad you like this band. I wore this album out on vinyl when it was first released. I really hope you can react to my Favorite Supertramp tune, "Child of Vision" from Breakfast in America. Pretty sure it will blow your mind.
Credit that incredible drum sound to Ken Scott, engineer and producer of this album. I had a chance to work with him on an album in 1986. He uses a severe amount of compression and then a little reverb to get that huge tom sound. You can also hear it on the What If album by the Dixie Dregs, also engineered and produced by Ken Scott.
