Todd Rundgren talks about and plays his music in this sneak peak at his October 31, 2010 recital at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. Todd was in residence at IU for two weeks as the "Class of 1963 Wells Scholars Professor."
SERIOUSLY THAT'S AN UNDERSTATEMENT 😮I FIRST HEARD IT WHEN HE SANG IT AT THE AGORA BALL ROOM ROOM BACK IN 1974 IN CLEVELAND ROCKS AND ROLLS OHIO 23 YEARS LATER WHEN MY FATHER PASSED AWAY IN SEPTEMBER OF 1997 I SANG IT AT HIS FUNERAL SERVICE AND WHEN I DESIGNED THE HUGE 1 OF A KIND HEADSTONE FOR MY PARENTS GRAVE THAT THE MONUMENT COMPANY USED FOR THEIR MAGAZINE AND TELEVISION ADVERTISING I WAS SO EXCITED AND PROUD BECAUSE AFTER WHERE IT READS MARRIED JUNE 30TH 1951 IT READS "A DREAM GOES ON FOREVER" BUT ACTUALLY THE DREAM GOES ON FOREVER AND ALL OF ETERNITY ❤ THANKS TO TWO GREAT HEARTS TODD'S AND MINE 😊 TODD IS THE SHITTS I LOVE YA MAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Man, he still got his full voice. First, when you hear him speak, you wonder how he should get those high notes. But then, as he starts singing... WOW!
Watch. This fantastic FUCKIN man. EVEN CLOSER. LOOK HIM UP. THAT. MIGHT BE EDDIE MONEY. USING A DIFFERRENT NAME. MESSINGBAROUND WITH YOUR HEAD. H A HA. LOOK UP. HIW MANY OTHER BANDS HE WAS IN. YOU WILL SHUT YOUR PANTS. MANY FAMOUS PEOPLE. HES HIS IEN MAN. SEUD FYCK YOU EVERY BODY. IM GONNA DI WHAT I WANT. I ORIGINNAKT THOUGHT HE WAS GAY WHEN I SAW HIM. WEARING MAKEUP. AND FEATHERS. ON ONE OF MY FAVIRUTE SONGS. HELLO I TS ME O R THE SONG I M ET NY WIFE IRENE ELIZABETH. GOING D O WN THAYER PLACE IN BRAINTREE MA. CAN'T THINK OVE THR OYHRR ONE
This is one of my favorite songs of all time. When I refect on the friends and lovers who are no longer here I remember this song and comfort myself that one day I will join them in their dream.
@Jennifer Puhl God bless you, and "Sweet Memories " to you of your beloved daughter. I have a son, 22yrs old.( not a Todd fan, took him to his first TR showlast summer) He is more of a jazz fan.. My sincere point , is to send love, and peace somehow to you. 🙏🦋💕
I saw Tod in 1973 when I traveled 6 hours in a car full of kids to see him in another state and returned the same evening. He was dressed up like a fairy and went around sprinkling fairly dust on us all. It was great concert and a great time. Then 5 or 6 years ago he came through town and played at a well known local ballroom. I was fortunate enough to get a table directly in front of his piano.Half way through one of his songs he got stuck and couldn't find the right chord. He looked up at me and said "What chord is it?" I thought about it and said "try going down a 4th". It worked. Good thing. My favorite part of this show was when he picked up a ukulele, walked up to the vocal mic, and sang "I just wanna bang on the drum all day." It had a hawaiian tempo that made me think of him slowing down from playing a giant drum set in his youth to maybe tapping out a rhythm on a set of bongos, as he swayed in a hammock under a palm tree by the beach. He is taking me into my next phase of life with such ease and joy. Once again, he makes it seem so simple! I am so glad he is still with us. Aren't you?
micah mcdaniel Wow, and Wow.. Awesome "story".. I have been a Todd fan since Utopia days, late '80's..😊😊😊 At the time I had no idea, the "fever"lol.. I would be afflicted of.. Todd! Thankful to have shook his hand, had front row seat to his show in the 90's, at the Park West, Chicago. Stories, and appreciation can go on.. All the best!
I saw his "Back to the Bars" tour at The Park West in the late 70s. WXRT 93.1FM live broadcasted one of the two shows. I'd bet if looked around enough I'd find the cassettes that were done on some audiophile machine at the family's house that night. Might not sound too good this old, though. They were both slamming shows, on tape, and in the club.
Fabulous! Thanks for sharing. I saw him on the RA tour in the mid to late 70’s at the old Ellis auditirium in Memphis. One of my top five concerts, and I attended a bunch back in those days. Check him out on the Live from Daryl’s House episode if you’ve not seen it, although I suspect you have.
"A Dream Goes On Forever" A million old soldiers will fade away But a dream goes on forever I'm left standing here, Ive got nothing to say All is silent within my dream A thousand true loves will live and die But a dream goes on forever The days and the years all go streaking by But the time is stopped within my dream We all have our everyday hopes and fears And you'll find no exception in me But that doesn't get me through a sea of tears Over life's biggest tragedy You're so long ago and so far away But a dream goes on forever I guess I believe that I'll see you one day For without it there is no dream You're so far away and so long ago But my dream lives on forever How much I love you you'll never know 'Till you join me within my dream How much I love you you'll never know 'Till you join me within my dream
So true Todd, so true💐 Thank you is not enough to express this deep appreciation That wells up in my waking through the clouds and beyond-woah got carried awayMerci
Oh Todd, you are a soundtrack to my life & I still cry to this song, guess I always will! Beautiful rendition, with the rawness I love about live performance, bless you bro xxx
Aloha Todd, as a one time neighbor in Princeville, I will always remember the days listening to you giving piano instructions to the kids; sadly, it stopped when someone complained of the 'noise'. Music is not 'noise', and the children are our future. Malama nui.
Me as well. I saw him about 8 years ago and he played a song I had forgotten. I played it so many times the other night, that it was on my mind when I awoke. the song was "Fade Away". Check it out.. I'm 71 . lol
God he is still so amazing my goodness! Put this man in the ROCK N ROLL HALL OF FAME!!!! I’m 36 years old but grew up listening to this and it brings back so many memories ❤️❤️❤️ made me cry a little 😭
It only took me 12 years to see my most favorite (Todd) I've bought tickets everytime he is near by, however, I got in car acciedent on way, needed surgery the, the next time, death in family,back surgery......etc,...........I finally got to see Todd on New Years in Ventura. I threw up the drive down from Santa Barbara, only because I didn't think I would make for some reason.....but I did!!!!!
I got to experience Todd Rundgren live in concert only once in my life. This was almost 39 years ago and it was freaking amazing. I have been a fan of his since he was in The Nazz. He is an incredible musician and songwriter. Rock on Todd!
@@denisehood4376 I know. Us baby boomers are getting old. It's weird looking back at the way we were and then seeing kids today, totally different! Watching people we grew up with pass. I guess we are all just living on borrowed time. It goes so fast.
I was lucky enough to See Todd in Victoria, London around 1978. Loved him before then and even now refer back to him for song ideas. He strikes me as a wonderful human being.
I just found this song and I love it! I'm learning to play it and I'm making the same mistakes that he is, lol. I love this video. I fell in love with the Major 7 chords too when I first started messing around with the piano. My sister passed 3 years ago and I just want to play this song on repeat right now.
I'd always go see him whenever he played in Austin (73-85). If I didn't have a date I'd go by myself! I've followed his musical career from the beginning, and I have to say, I enjoy him just as much now as I did decades ago!
If you really want to be blown away get Todd's 1990 concert DVD "Live in Japan." A completely outstanding show from start to finish, this concert is just one jaw-dropping performance after another.
Loved to hear his reference to Burt Bacharach, spotted this influence decades ago. As musicians and composers we're quite aware of the influences that crossed out paths. Essentially trying to emulate our heroes. ELP was masterful at grabbing my attention, hence spent much time perfecting my arpeggios. Later along came Ludwig, the master craftsman, installing every drop of passion into a piece of music. Thank you to both of you, obviously realize you're not on terra firma atm, possibly we shall meet again.
I’m dyslexic and forgotten part of my recital and just made it up at the age of 10 and music is key for the lifetime vibration it gives me and sharing stories is a key. I understand how humble in such a different way which makes people unique. Maybe a dream to kick back and chat. The sky is bright but the ocean is worth hearing.
The chord master Dr Rundgren! Touching songs come from a sensitive soul with a creative temperament. I remember when I was only 5 years old hearing “ Hello It’s Me” and I still remember the turn of events that day. My brother’s friend Kevin was trapped in a hole he dug out of the side of a hill in Northern CA he meant for a small cave which collapsed. He couldn’t breathe and the paramedics came and rescued him. That song is forever printed indelibly in my mind but, the beauty of the song and chords over time has made that day’s events fade. Dream Goes On Forever is another timeless tune. Thanks, Todd.
Yeah thats wild..I was 13...who knew..young kids loved tod Rundgren earlyvin the time of his production Goes to show ya...we're born smart and then we get stupid later.!
Mr Tod. I bought my first album. something anything. 72. 73. I was 13. It was fantastic I listened to it constantly. My mom heard piss Arron. She grabbed the record and smashed it. Parents. What do you do with em? Thank god it was a 2 record set I loved your entire catalog long before others caught on...thanks for the talent, the record of it, and the years of feeling someone knows how I see things...tell me you made it to the hall of fame.... so MANY years ago. Oh yeah. I'm now 62. ..I miss the early 70s and the dancing and the parties and the girlfriend that got away! B,
Oh my heavens...what a treat and pleasure to hear my favorite musical artist growing up in the 70's. I was so fortunate to be a babe in the woods when his music came out (only 14). How many wonderful memories I have listening to Todd with my friends. For those of you who didn't grow up during this amazing time of musical history, you are listening to one of the greats....
oh just love him( always have) and this song. So inspiring so much love. And some beautiful man wrote all the words out for me. when you know the truth you can inspire the world.
Bout time! Congrats to Todd for finally being inducting RRHOF 2021, For those who don't know Jacobs School of Music is One of the Orchestral & Jazz Mecca's
A genius... no wonder CREEM asked "Todd the God?" back in the day... He knows so well and explains so simply the music theory behind this gorgeous composition... and sings it as well at 62 as he did at 25, which is like Jay Black singing "Cara Mia" now the way he did in 1963! Amazing as always, sir...
Just add in the 2d, and you’ve got a major 9th. All the singer songwriters of the 70s and 80s used those chords, including Carole King, james Taylor, Bread, on and on. And we couldn’t get enough of it.
I fell in love with him when I was in 8th grade watching him in concert on the t.v. in a basement of Cleveland, Ohio. I am 59 years old now and am still in love with this music man. 🎶
Writer producer touring artist of 45 years His body of work speaks for its self but I will speak for my friend who needs to be in the Rock and Roll hall of fame.
This album Played endlessly in my neighborhood when i was a kid. Today i still remember like it was yesterday Seeing my sisters and their friends Dancing with each other pretending to be Married, Happiest day's of my life....
