I’m 71 and immediately feel 17 again when I hear Badge. It has a special place in my memory. Cream! What else can you say except God Bless Eric Clapton!……and George Harrison for Badge!

@Essexkiwi

11 ай бұрын

I’m 70 and I feel 16 again listening to this 😅

@BaseballinHeaven

11 ай бұрын

@@Essexkiwi OK, Henny.

@janstrapina

11 ай бұрын

@@BaseballinHeaven My all time favorite song by THe CREAm!!!!!!!!

@johnarthurmorgan2675

11 ай бұрын

Me, as well. Transports me back to great days and times. Fantastic song! ❤

@scottjackson163

10 ай бұрын

Ages 65 and 12 for me. Same thing!

Just remember when it comes to tone and soloing, clapton made it what it is, he set the bar. When it comes to drums, Baker had no one to learn from, he set the standard for rock. When it comes to vocals and bass for rock, everyone had to learn from JB. The world had no idea what a true power trio could do until they actually got together. A true force of nature in music that can give a grown man goosebumps.

@DaveDexterMusic

4 жыл бұрын

Why this insistence that great bands were THE greats? There were loads of similarly amazing artists at this time.

@geoffbray6099

3 жыл бұрын

Obscured Lee still do and I'm 72.

@Thundergod-

3 жыл бұрын

@@DaveDexterMusic Similar maybe but not nearly as good as this....

@markhughes7927

3 жыл бұрын

It says something about Cream in particular that Igor Stravinsky and Leonard Bernstein took an interest in them....

@bencurry5295

2 жыл бұрын

Obsured lee you're comment is really well put together and just the way it was,nice one man ✌.

My girlfriend and I were visiting London. We were walking in Hyde Park one day along a stream called The Serpentine. Rounding a bend, there they were: “the swans that they live in the park!” That image when combined with this tune is indelible….

@dalebridges6916

3 ай бұрын

How cool ! I love this song.

I've seen Clapton play Badge a hundred times, probably my favorite Cream tune. Without Jack on bass its never the same. Clapton gets a lot of credit for Cream and he deserves a lot, but without Jack there would be no Cream. To me Jack is the real star of Cream. And I have to add, fucking Ginger is playing incredibly well in at this show. What a musical drummer.

@BIRISHPM

8 жыл бұрын

+David Evans Fucking aye! We're lucky the boys came back for one last, great show. RIP Jack Bruce. Thanks for all the incredible music. Cream will live forever!

@28_gauge

8 жыл бұрын

+David Evans Jack was such a fantastic bass player. In my opinion, Cream was the sum of of the whole. Clapton gets most of the credit, but Cream only existed because of all three members of the band. Each member was at the pinnacle of their craft. They were lighting in a bottle. I was far too young young when Cream existed during those two brief years, but wow they were great!!!!

@marktyner1388

7 жыл бұрын

Great comment

@jimbochirico9530

6 жыл бұрын

What about Felix Pappalardi on piano/mellotron and L'Angelo Mysterioso (George Harrison) on rhythm guitar? Both made this song great too.

@wady0

6 жыл бұрын

Did you watch the version of hyde park 1997, it was great!!

Ginger Baker still is an astoundingly good drummer. Holy shit.

@Piyesa27

6 жыл бұрын

Cockriel D i

@2kbill

4 жыл бұрын

RIP Mr Baker

@peterresetz1960

3 жыл бұрын

And was bat shit crazy.

@timtwotone3561

3 жыл бұрын

A pity he was such an arrogant arshole

@timtwotone3561

3 жыл бұрын

@Jon Jonathan Nah! They were the original members. A true “Supergroup” by definition is a bunch of gigantic egos from different bands who all get together to demonstrate just why they should have stayed with their original lineup. Mick Jagger comes to mind.

Jack Bruce gives this tune it's punch. Brilliant bass player and the bedrock for Cream.

@andrewpollock4599

7 жыл бұрын

Yes,a pure monster on the bass! RIP.

@empereurjustinien2082

7 жыл бұрын

Andrew Pollock wait

@empereurjustinien2082

7 жыл бұрын

Andrew Pollock did jake bruce die?

@empereurjustinien2082

7 жыл бұрын

Andrew Pollock shame on me

@CathyPackler

7 жыл бұрын

I wish Jack Bruce was still with us today. It saddens my heart to listen to their great music with the realization that he's gone from us now.

"..our kid, he's married to Mabel", then that extended pause - the crowd knew what was coming.... Sublime

@curtisgreen9897

3 жыл бұрын

.n......?

@DBRONX

3 жыл бұрын

And I still get a chill when Clapton starts the bridge here and Ginger falls in behind him.

@susanhosmer3397

3 жыл бұрын

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@tp6636

3 жыл бұрын

@@susanhosmer3397 Susan ffs I said lay off the heroin

@Excalibur2112

3 жыл бұрын

Clapton's coolest riff ever.

My favourite Cream number, the guitar riff after "talking bout our kid how he's married to Mabel" is divine. Jack's parents Charlie and Betty were guests at our wedding in 1972.

@josenina6610

2 жыл бұрын

"George..."

@AECEntertainment

2 жыл бұрын

And the bass run after the second line of the verses. Ooofff

@barryobamagate6786

2 жыл бұрын

Rock Anthem material. 🤙🏻

@bindig1

2 жыл бұрын

That riff was originally by George Harrison

@bobkeenan2907

Жыл бұрын

@@bindig1 I love how the song got its name.

The camera zoom on JB bass during the last line is superb! This is a power trio, my friends!

Jack Bruce's bass riff is so simple and recognizable, yet so complex that it never grows old. Unbelievable! He changed bass playing forever and had a unique voice. Viva la Jack Bruce!

@jurekwoz

6 жыл бұрын

Exactly, and he plays it a million different ways so it never gets boring as you said.

fantastic Bass line R i P Jack Bruce

@swargadoe

6 жыл бұрын

Günter Harz the best ever fretless

@rushmore120

5 жыл бұрын

Should have been louder though:)

@Framptonissimo

4 жыл бұрын

@@rushmore120 ´Should have been louder though:)´ LOL. Baker and he would have got into it, yet again!

@rushmore120

4 жыл бұрын

@@Framptonissimo Yeah, their probable feuding up in rock n roll heaven...lol

@andino444

2 жыл бұрын

One of the Best

Sad news ever 😢😢 RIP Ginger Baker (1939 - 2019)

As a very young teenager, I saved my little earnings form babysitting to purchase an entire album for this very song! I had heard it once and that was it for me! What a talent!

A tribute to Harrison, Bruce and Baker. Those legends are forever affiliated with this song.

@paulrollings5291

Жыл бұрын

??? What about Clapton?

@ivansanchez143

10 ай бұрын

​@@paulrollings5291He is still alive

Jack Freaking Bruce. so many great bass lines, so little time.

Cream is three incredible musicians, THREE. I listened to this song and a flood of emotions swept over me and a tear formed in my eye, then I realised that if it had that effect on me, what must it have felt like for them? Thank you Cream for showing the music world exactly how it's done, regardless of how many years have come and gone. Timeless brilliance.

@andyallan2909

Жыл бұрын

You say three, and of course there are three playing here, but the original recording of this included George Harrison (who co-wrote the song with Eric).

Why can't we get good artists today. I'm glad I was a part of cool stuff.

@jhandle4196

3 ай бұрын

Too many musical crutches; electronic percussion; auto-tune, etc. There's only one way to make a guitar sing; with the fingers.

@justicegusting2476

22 күн бұрын

The songwriting coupled with Clapton’s unique phrasing made Cream a really good listen if you like music, musicianship and not just loud repetitive noise and simplistic riffs.

The three of them played it better than the 20 or so back up musicians Clapton has on tour when he goes solo.

@lukehorsey6240

6 жыл бұрын

that's actually so true... not a big fan of clapton's solo version tbh

@j.r.stutton290

6 жыл бұрын

Absolute bullshit. You must be deaf and musically inept.

@joer2513

4 жыл бұрын

It was Cream, they were Cream... But Clapton's backing band is equally as talented, fucking Steve Gadd and Nathan East, legends...

@mbluesful

4 жыл бұрын

@@joer2513 Indeed " Each member was at the pinnacle of their craft. They were lighting in a bottle." Whoever posted this, cheers, man!

@nickkerr9789

Жыл бұрын

They weren’t coined the first ever super group for no reason 😉

The best band of the world

WE who have lived and listened to Cream for these 50 years are so damn lucky. How much joy, spark, happiness, and inspiration they have given to us is immeasurable. RIP Ginger Baker & Jack Bruce.

@lisica8458

Күн бұрын

As a child, I was aware of Cream in the '60s but not old enough to appreciate them. These 2005 concerts at RAH is like a gift for me to really get to know them.

@edwardmcmanus7496

23 сағат бұрын

​@lisica8458 ..... never too late 😉 I'll assume you missed, because of your years, a few other fabulous bands from the 60s. So, give The Yardbirds, the Kinks, Eric Burdon & the Animals, the Dave Clark 5, and a young Van Morrison who had a band called "Them" a listen. For me 1965 was a particularly fabulous year. 🎸🎸

The guitar solo simply kicks ass.. and the bass line is phenomenal too!

Possibly my fave Cream song. Must be the Harrison influence. ♥

I'm 60 years old, and had the immense pleasure of seeing these guys the first time around. I'm also a guitar player who's been through rehab many times, so I'm also a huge Clapton fan (no sarcasm intended). But I really don't think people give enough credit to Jack Bruce, and his contributions to Cream. He and Brown wrote almost every song Cream ever did. And just listen to his bass line in this tune. It carries the whole song until Eric comes in with his solo. Eric is tops, and I had the pleasure of hearing him doing this song live at his first ever Crossroads Guitar Festival in Dallas in 2004.

@sestree

6 жыл бұрын

I still say this amazing group was the complete sum of its parts. I know that's probably not the popular opinion but it's mine. There is a reason why they were one of the first SuperGroups. They were / are so very talented and their styles just worked together beautifully.

@modgiemodge261

5 жыл бұрын

I think that if people can't see that all three are/were the best of the best, then they need help that may not be easily forthcoming

@jimmullane3498

5 жыл бұрын

Dogheadj Prayers that you find ✌️ peace

What made Cream great was the symbiosis of all three men. Without any one of them it would not have been anywhere near the same. They were giants in their time and came back together to prove why that was. Now Clapton is the only one left. RIP Ginger and Jack. Stay with us Eric!

Had this song on my 8-track tape player while warming up my 1969 Road Runner in my driveway just as my best friend walked up my driveway, he had been in Viet Nam in the 7th Air Cavalry and severely wounded on his last mission. 50 years later and we are both still going strong.

Best rendition of Badge ever.

@MichaelAlso

Жыл бұрын

the reunion version here beats the studio version by miles IMO. The Clapton solo version from One More Car One More Rider is also phenomenal if you haven't yet seen it

@troy5731

11 ай бұрын

@@MichaelAlso uhhhh, this is great, and I'm all about live music but the studio version is unimprovable. The timing and tone when Clapton does his thing is.....hell, I'm going to ruin it just talking about it. Some seriously good decisions were made in that recording studio. Peace.

@MichaelAlso

11 ай бұрын

@@troy5731 there's a magic to both versions, I just prefer the live, no worries!

Jack Bruce supreme musician you are sadly missed ,you were the Cream of Cream,Love to all your family and friends and people that loved you .

Miss you already, Jack. Truly a Master.

Rest in peace Jack and Ginger....and much love for Eric Clapton. 🎸🥁🎤

Best 3 man band... ever

@MrGarcon98

7 жыл бұрын

you are do darn right on . ever hands down .

@nicolasbascunan4013

7 жыл бұрын

Rush

I love this band so much. Clapton, Bruce, Baker... CREAM of the crop!

@jayaybe1

Жыл бұрын

Ohh! I saw what you did there 😊.

I went to see Clapton play two days ago. They did Badge. I liked.

My God what an incredible band they were, the three champions of rock. Rest in peace Mr Bruce and Mr Baker, thank you for your immortal music

Plugged my headphones in to hear Jack's bass. Very glad I did.

Old 'Slow Hand' does it again! I was not really too enthralled with him until seeing all of these Royal Albert Hall videos, pure perfection. Anyone that can sing and play with such skill and abandon is great in my book!

I was 16 when I heard this song I learned to play bass guitar just to learn to play like Jack Bruce Long Live Cream❤❤❤

Probably the best trio rock band in the world, always love you, Eric Jack and Ginger.

I wish music was like this these days instead of the tripe of today

For the avoidance of any doubt - this performance delivers to those - A ONCE IN LIFETIME EXPERIENCE. Not only this but it belongs to an event that is an occurrence that has happened in the entire history and indeed future of our Universe.

Mr. Ginger Baker rules!

2021 still my #1 live version. Best sound. An incredibly good live recording.

I wish I knew how the crowd managed to stay sitting down during the song. I KNOW I couldn't. It's like the trio never broke up. Perfect timing, perfect performance, perfect song.

@1975480able

5 жыл бұрын

Pablo Borba Bought .. THE BEST OF CREAM in Derry City market in 1993, as a 17 year old!! Fantastic band all 3, Ginger Jack and Slow hand.., ⚡️⚡️⚡️

Godspeed to you Mr. Baker! You will be sorely missed, but a small consolation is that we shall forever have his wonderful back beat chops to carry us through. Thanks for the wonderful memories of a lifetime.

That pause ….just before the pent ultimate guitar part that spawned Boston’s more than a feeling - it’s the only song that the silence gets you excited, anticipation then bliss the solo. I love that song so much and Clapton is amazing (well the Canadian part anyway lol ❤) Parker

Still amazing that the classic rock trio is yet again shown as the source of some of the most powerful music ever created.

Love Eric's badass voice ppl may disagree ok....

Lucky people having seen these three legends !!! RIP Mr Bruce :-(

the bassman!

Don't forget George RIP co-wrote this tune....

@hm4746

3 жыл бұрын

We miss you George

@mfpdrew

3 жыл бұрын

I will never forget🙏

@Thundergod-

3 жыл бұрын

@@mfpdrew Too bad there isn't a recording of George playing this, with or without Eric....

@Thundergod-

3 жыл бұрын

They actually played this in Yokohama 1991 which sadly was George's last tour with Clapton singing. If only The Travelling Wilburys had actually travelled....

@kennethostrer735

3 жыл бұрын

I never forget

THAT TONE when Clapton starts playing the riff for the bridge at 1:14. 🙌🏻👏🏻🎸

Timeless, three masters displaying their craft. Seeing this is sad in a way as only Eric is left. They made such great music in a short period of time

Jack Bruce THE MAN THAT MADE ME WANNA PLAY BASS

@haythamkenway1817

6 жыл бұрын

Half Orc Ditto

One of the best, like Jimi, Duane and Stevie Ray 😊😊😊😊

I have to say that my favorite member of Cream is Ginger Baker.

This is how we use to and still ROCK N ROLL!!!!! CLAPTON FOREVER Y'ALL!!!

Was at two of these London gigs...May 3rd and May 5th. Still have the poster hanging in my home! Amazing time! Sat next to the actor Jeremy Irons on the 3rd and talked music the entire show! He advised us to take a tour of Westminster Abby which he happened to do the narration for!

This glorious masterpiece is 100 years before it's time. If any kind sole could disagree I swear I will personally give them an original recording of the performance.

An absolute joy to see these 3 virtuoso musicians playing together again? We will never see their like again?

LOVE THIS SONG! Goodbye Cream is my favorite album. I still listen to it.

They are the BEST!FOREVER!❤(71+😂)

Jack Bruce is a pure genious...

Jack Bruce King of Bass Ginger can play for hours and not break a sweat or skip a beat.

this drum pattern and bass pattern will no one else be abole to create.

Clapton's riff in this song still gives me rushes !!!!

Lead singer man, he reminds me of Erick Clapton so much

This song started its life without a proper title. Since there was just a bit of sheet music, George Harrison had scribbled “bridge' to indicate where the bridge of the song would begin. Eric Clapton couldn’t read George’s handwriting, and thought it said "Badge.” The title stuck. Although it was a Cream song, the songwriting credits list both Eric Clapton and George Harrison. Due to contractual reasons however, George Harrison is credited under the psuedonym “L'Angelo Misterioso” by @TheProfSSS

I remember in '69 hearing this for the first time, I thought that song was not long at all until it continued and it was that dramatic pause in the song that was outstanding. What a trio.

How ANYONE can watch this and call Clapton an "overrated" guitarist is beyond me.

I listened to Cream obsessively when the album came out. Such talent, such musicianship! RIP Jack Bruce - you played the bass like it was a lead guitar.

I'm 71 now. My first date with my future wife was Cream, Deep Purple, & Buddy Miles Express. All were unbelievable... but Cream played for over 3 hours... an epic performance. First power trio... and they were all equally as good as the next!

People who say these guys lost it when they got old have clearly seen this show. As good as their 1968 farewell if not better.

Never sounded tighter, or more sober. Jack Bruce working that lead bass, Ginger Baker keeping a great beat, and Eric Clapton being Eric Clapton!

Unreal how good they sound together after all these years

I remember this form 11th grade like it was yesterday. Great band, defies comprehension.

These are master musicians

RIP Mr. Jack Bruce

Bittersweet feelings watching this. I really love this show but man, not being able to see them live breaks my heart. How lucky were those people those days in Albert Hall

I saw this show in Dallas in 04 or 05 . It was great

Loved this version of "Badge"!✌

In the event of a doyen of music who requires, lyrics, beat, harmony, timing, meaning, hope, experience, drama, reality, sensation and wonder - THIS IS IT

How can three be such a timeless mystery? Cream added something to music that wasn't there before.

Possibly my favourite song of all time.

Fabulous. Amazing . I am grateful. Thank you !

They were all old here and did phenomenal

Like many I'm revisiting Cream's music now Ginger, as well as, Jack is gone. Brilliant musicians all 3, and brilliant song writers as well. Badge here is a prime example. I can do a passable rendition on guitar and the main bass line is very pleasing to play. But there is still plenty of room for these 3 masters to take it to a different orbit. Guitar, bass, drums trios are the best and, Cream came 1st. RIP and thanks Jack and Ginger.

What a great band..

@Thundergod129

9 жыл бұрын

Cream is considered the very first power trio with The Jimi Hendrix Experience obviously being the second....

I don't think any other band can do this

@swargadoe

6 жыл бұрын

Jason D agree Bruce in bass & baker in drums. The first super group. Mutch before CSNY

So very top notch!! Love all their music!!

On my Top Ten list of best albums of the '60s, "Wheels of Fire," along with the Beatles, Hendrix, Doors and Jefferson Airplane. Listen to that "Crown of Creation" album sometime. I've done extensive research on Ginger and I can definitively say he lived for one thing: drumming. He fought with just about everybody but his dad was the same way. When he got behind those drums he was in a different reality. He ruled in that world. I saw them play at the Whiskey in '67. All eyes were focused on Ginger. All 3 of them were incredibly talented artists but Ginger was in a separate category.

I still have the dvd of this concert. Great one !

A magnificent trio

Such a great live recording...thank you!

Beyond great👍

This is incredible.

Awesome, Awesome Tune & group=Cream! 🎸🎸🥁👍😊

Truly brilliant performance

Fantástico, maravilhoso, sensacional.

Loved to have been in the first row for that concert.

All three men,,purely and simply masters of their craft,,,astonishingly superb on their own,,,but together,,,omg,,together even better . The Cream as they were called,, The Who and Led Zeppelin,,,what a time to be growing up,,lol along with The Beatles, Jeff Beck,,The Stones,,Airplane,,Dylan,,Grateful Dead,,The Allman Brothers,,,Neil Young and C S,N ,,The Doors ,,Janis and the one ring to rule them all,,,Mr. Jimi. Compared to MOST, not all,,of the shit they call music now ,that stuff still sounds fresh and new

One of the best trios