Was there, Dec. 30th 1971, balcony, 15 yrs. old. They were giants among men.

@jyellowhammer

5 ай бұрын

Thats big time ! You had a taste for the good stuff at an early age!

@marty88899

4 ай бұрын

Unreal pal !🤙🍹

Greatest North American Band

Levon clapping the horn section at the end after giving such a stunning performance himself really sums him up.

@PhukIT1865

Жыл бұрын

never saw it but what a great song

@terryblankenshipmusic1322

Жыл бұрын

That was Levon Gracious and Humble it has been said that every inch of his body oozed Music

@SteveGamlin

11 ай бұрын

Massive respect for that! What an absolutely rippin' performance.

@slimbuttermilk

9 ай бұрын

A Rock Star, he was not. A great, or should I say, really great musician he was! Yes, you are so right...I noticed that act of humility, and graciousness at the end. And, that after tearing the shit up out of that great song with a stellar vocal performance. He was a multi instrumentalist, but, in his vocal work, he didn't just find the pocket and sing there, he felt the shove of the groove, and sang balls to the wall on top of it.

@christrotter3052

4 ай бұрын

​@@slimbuttermilk well said....damn

What stands out to me most about these guys is how confident and deliberate they are in their playing. They don't rush, instead they take their time creating that signature tight, yet loose groove. Truly one of a kind musical chemistry was on display when The Band played.

The most magnificent dancing drummer in the history of Rock 'n Roll! The guy is doing 5 different things simultaneously,as easy as breathing. No one comes close to the late ,great Mark Lavon Helm in my opinion .

@ferrallc1

Жыл бұрын

How he does the fill at 3:15 while singing is a mystery (as someone who tries to sing and drum)

@tjodogify

Жыл бұрын

So TRUE…..

@jotapecu

Жыл бұрын

Second to Phil Collins.

@ferrallc1

Жыл бұрын

@@jotapecu sorry, not in my book

@avlisk

Жыл бұрын

I agree. Take a look at Queen's Roger Taylor in concert videos. He's right up there.

The "most humble" Band of all times, untill today, Hudson,Manuel,Danko,Robertson & Helm.Thanks for ever.(from Jujuy,Argentina)

The Band in their prime… Doesn’t get better than this!👍❤️🎸

Rick putting a little extra into the harmonies gets me every time. This version is pure 🔥🔥🔥

@thomashermann2785

Жыл бұрын

II always dig Ricks harmonies. The Band’s sound wouldn’t have been the same without them.

@jamesgregory2962

Жыл бұрын

@@thomashermann2785 Ricks harmonies and animation were awesome. Lead vocals as well. He was so important.

@Karmakatt6

Жыл бұрын

Do the Danko Dance 😃

@jamesgregory2962

Жыл бұрын

@@Karmakatt6 Hell yes. Nobody moves like Danko did!

@Karmakatt6

Жыл бұрын

​@jamesgregory2962 love his sound!! Keep On Keepin' On!! -Levon

Rick and Levon’s voices blended so well together, what a classic.

Classic performance by the great ones

Levon Helm - Holding down the two most important jobs in a rock band, vocals and drums.

This should be a model for young musicians starting out. Each instrument plays a memorable but understated part yet the whole is so much greater. And there is plenty of space for the music to breathe.

@mikewinter4987

4 ай бұрын

A tight band that played loose

@DouglasBougher

3 ай бұрын

​@@mikewinter4987best bunch of them for me ther the best

Levon, with one of the GREAT rock n roll voices.

La mejor o más increíble banda del mundo, ¡¡vengaa!!.

I’m a late arrival to the Band appreciation society, but this is the best live performance of theirs I’ve ever seen. It’s got group focus, passion and pure joy on a level that any band would aspire to.

@brianbard3410

4 ай бұрын

You know, Clapton has pondered lately that when they broke up after last waltz , they toured f I r northern lights southern cross. Released in 76 77, I think. And they were clean and playing fantastic, Just like the Beatles, they didn't have to break up indefinitely.

One of the best live albums ever recorded.

Absolute legends!! I’m currently reading Robbie’s book “Testimony”. A joy to read for all us Band fans.

This is so good. With the camera angles we get to see up close how brilliant Levon Helm was, as a drummer. May Richard Manuel, Rick Danko and Levon Helm rest in peace. Cheers! ✌️

@AussieFloraFauna

Жыл бұрын

Amen!!! What a beautiful bunch of people! Levon will always be my favourite, despite being completely in love with all of the others too.

@cindypowers4993

11 ай бұрын

Add Robbie to the list now RIP

@TheJoeGrosso

10 ай бұрын

And now Robbie Robertson as well.... this version is so killer!! They were just ON this night.

One of the all time great performances and the definitive version of this song! Nice to finally have some footage uploaded officially as well, hopefully some more from the academy of music emerges this week!

This shows you how great Levon Helm was. What a powerhouse! Gotta love The Band. 🎸

@PhukIT1865

Жыл бұрын

RR didn't write the effing songs but got paid and Levon got screwed. Read the book by Mr Mark L Helms and draw your own conclusion. RIP Levon. You were the soul of the Band

@davidblank9564

Жыл бұрын

​@@PhukIT1865 Composer's copyright yield royalties for their holders. That did not hold back many successful Bands. Promotions and Advertising (P&A), and... live performances create demand and ticket sales. Promoters must compete for audiences...So, if the guys were earning union scale as professionals, once they were signed, produced and managed, promotion and merchandising would supplement income from tours to support their albums. Did Albert Grossman screw Levon?

@hannejeppesen1809

3 ай бұрын

Robbie definitely wrote the songs, there is no disputing that. So he got song writing credits, but the other Band members made plenty of money too. I'm guessing Levon's version is somewhat onesided, read Barney Hoskyns biograhpy of The Band, and you get a more balanced view, not Robbie was perfect (who is),@@PhukIT1865

@hannejeppesen1809

3 ай бұрын

According to Barney Hoskyns biograhpy of The Band, they ALL made a lot of money, even if Robbie made more as the primary song writer, but much was wasted on drugs and bad money management.@@davidblank9564

One of the most electrifying performances ever. Thank you

@wangson

2 ай бұрын

100%! Brilliant performance of "Don't Do It"!! Better than from The Last Waltz.

One of the most incredible recordings I’ve ever seen. All members of The Band are incredible but I am blown away by Levon. How did he do it?

I was at this show .... Yes I'm that old.....

@user-od5fh3gn4d

9 ай бұрын

And still fabulous!

@lordburlap4514

5 ай бұрын

You are that YOUNG!!!!

@midnightmover2329

Ай бұрын

You look every day of it 😊

Wow. It just doesn't get any better than that.

So sad that we have now lost Robbie. R.I.P. Great solo by him in this great version. Top of their game.

Man, this fuckin jams!!! They were THE band

This footage is unbelievable!

Phenomenal version and to showcase The Band at the peak of a unbelievable career still largely unknown to many yet truly one the greatest American-Candian bands of all time.

Gorgeous 💙

What can be said? The music was all feel..Feel it….

My favorite version of one of my all-time favorite songs by the Band.

Fantastic...Love this performance...As a drummer myself, I love playing along with this tune, as well as Don't Do It, from the Rock of Ages album. Levon is my hero.... The Band was the best.... Keep these coming....Thanks...

@tomst.antoine7742

Жыл бұрын

I mean't to say, I also love playing drums along with the cover tune, "(I Don't Want To)Hang Up My Rock And Roll Shoes" From Rock of Ages album.

@quentenjones3626

Жыл бұрын

One thing I like about this video is the kit Levon plays. It is spartan, but he could get great sound through his technique. He was a fabulous musician.

@clayjones8890

11 ай бұрын

Best pocket that’s ever been!

Quality every time. Give me a band these days with quality like this...

Best grove of all time! Levon baby!

Like tellin' a lemming not to leap! Great song thank you for sharing! And when the drummer sings, you know it's a good song!

@rinalore

Жыл бұрын

Levon Helm was a great singer, however I believe all the rest of the Band members sang great, lead or backup. 🇨🇦✌🏻🎶♥️✨🌎💫

“My biggest mistake was loving you too much… and letting you know!”

The lyrics are so great, the heart and soul shine through. I love the animated way they all play, especially Richard. This live vid warms my heart, makes me smile. 🇨🇦✌🏻🎶♥️✨🌎💫

one of my favorite grooves of all time, levon had his mojo this evening. my favorite part is the drum break right after robbie's first solo.

Fabulous! The Band! ❤

What a great version!!

Best song ever

Love this band FAVOLOSAAASA 👌👌👌👏👏👏🥳🥳🥳♥️♥️♥️♥️

Levon was so on it: his drumming had a southern drawl, in addition to his voice.

This Music will never Die!❤🎸🥁🎹🎻 It has been and Will be my soundtrack til death. THE BAND songs that are on my Funeral own reel! Thanks! Rest in Peace and love Robbie! ❤🎸🎶💃🏻 "Acadian driftwood, Gypsy tailwind They call my home, The land of snow Canadian cold front, Movin' in What a way to ride, Oh what a way to go!" I pray you Rest in Peace and love Bobbie! Thanks for all the great music you blessed us with.. May you, Ronnie, Richard, Rick and Levon find Peace and Love together. I pray Garth and Bob have someone close to be with them as they learned of your passing, Robbie. I know I'm having a rough time handling this news! Vaya con Dios! Thanks boy's! "The Weight" is lifted the veil is thin, dance your Ghost Dance and join in!! Safe journey brave music warrior! 🕊❤🕯🇨🇦🎶🥁🎸🙏🏻 Died on 08:09:23 ❤🇨🇦🎸🎶🎹🥁💃🏻🙏🏻 Keep on Keeping on!

En esta canción Levon es pura dinamita, que difícil tocar y cantar así !!

The Band's stay at the Academy was one of the greatest times in music history fortunately well documented with unbelievable renditions of their songs with the added horn section. How about Levon kicking it up a notch @2:00 with the vocals & drumming.

I think this was from a New Year’s Eve show that became the Rock of Ages live album

I did not know this was on film! How great to see it in the moment!

great！i want this concert's DVD！

Is this Amazing musician musician in the Rock and Roll hall of shame if he’s not

Levon's snare sound on this is incredible. Wire wound silk snares, if I'm not mistaken.

❤❤ Had to order the live album. ❤❤

Awesome. I don't know what else to say.

This song ... From The Last Waltz (Happy Thanksgiving) Followed by Don't Let Me Down, Apple Studios, Rooftop Version are two masterpieces of LIVE performances in my opinion

WOW.

I was there and the horn section was memorable that night. This show stood the test of time I believe they put some cuts on their Rock of Ages Album, saw it live... lucky me!!!

Thanks for posting this vintage live recording and sure enough those young musicians who want to learn from the masters, especially in the form of working as a band, The Band!

Love the use of horns tooo!

1.4k like..this should have like 14 million likes..

This First Waltz is better than The Last Waltz!

Only The Band could have the best horn section in New York and Alan Toussaint willing to be the arranger

Well, this certainly was a nice little pick-me-up for my day...

as essential a live recording as Allmans at Fillmore East, James Brown at the Apollo or Johnny Cash at San Quentin

Vrlo dobra muzika,gledao sam film The last walc tri puta

I want more of this.

So f’n good

Thanks for the upload!😎

My ABSOLUTE favorite ❤️💕THANK YOU 💕❤️

WOW!!! 😍

Absolute perfection!!

Well, it's THE band

Still enjoy listening to the Band

Your absolutely right my brother, goat

Fantastic! Thanks for the lift. xo

The who and my morning jacket do great covers of this also. Blistering Robertson solo

♥ Garth so great

I just noticed Robbie's humbucker, or at least the cover, appears to be installed backward. Every little clue is helpful!

Magnifici e con un Levon incredibile

MARAVILLOSA MUSICA POETICA Y LLENA DE ESPERANZA

Giver!!!!

Great 👍🎸🎸🔥🔥🔥

🔥 🔥 🔥

なんかゾクゾクします。そっちのケはないのだが。出だしが最高のグルーブ感。たまりません。

Looks like there were multiple great camera angles but some extremely unfortunate editing. This footage is ripe for reconditioning a la Peter Jackson’s ‘Get Back’ treatment of The Beatles archives. Some songs in this performance equal and exceed The Last Waltz. The audio on this clip is excellent as well. As somebody who treasures that movie and The Band I can only hope to see that someday

@BaconTomatoCheese

Жыл бұрын

I’d love to see that too! Let’s hope they do it someday…

@charlesrussek7118

Жыл бұрын

The Weight from this album is my favorite live version.

@michaelb9374

Жыл бұрын

Agree... Everything here is amazing except for editing

Sorry but call me a bandwagon but the last waltz has the best version of all there songs just the energy of the last concert they were to ever do with the whole bad together after 15 years on the road is just such a beautiful thing

Levon has an “Animal” vibe on the drums. As in the Muppet.

Saw them in 1970 doing this WITHOUT the horns and LOVED it done that way. For me the horns 'get in the way'. Just my two cents.

❤

my heart is broken

Tq

RIP RR

They wait until the end of the guitar break before they finally focus in on Robbie Roberson.

Fucking amazin!

👍

😎

@joannehack7588

7 ай бұрын

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@joannehack7588

7 ай бұрын

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@joannehack7588

7 ай бұрын

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Is this an actual vid from one of the sets that eventually made the 'Rock of ages' release ?! Thank you either way !!!

Garth Hudson...my goodness...

any jazz lovers here? was that Joe Farrell on tenor sax?

@michaeljacobs2954

Жыл бұрын

Yes indeed it was Joe. Great talent he was.

@kendallruff8090

Жыл бұрын

@@michaeljacobs2954 probably my favorite tenor player of all time…wonderful doubler as well

@finnmcginn9931

Жыл бұрын

Snooker Young on trumpet.

Is that Snooky Young on trumpet??

@ianhartley395

Жыл бұрын

Yes it is!

@MusiKLEE

Жыл бұрын

@@ianhartley395 Awesome!!

Judging from the rear drumming shots it's sad to see the audio is from a different show.