Poll: What is your pick for the greatest debut album of the rock era?

@christineml1476

Жыл бұрын

Alice in Chains "Facelift"

@Code.Name.V

Жыл бұрын

The Cars - The Cars Foreigner - Foreigner Glass Tiger - The Thin Red Line Outfield - Play Deep

@catherine6653

Жыл бұрын

The Cars 🚗

@rogerdeahl9629

Жыл бұрын

Boston-- Boston The Cars -- The Cars

@thetitleisours1

Жыл бұрын

Alan Parsons - Tales of Mystery and Imagination.

This is why the 70s have no peer--what a great little auditory classic from Steve Forbert!!!!!!

Steve is an authentic great artist with huge songs. I’m French and I listen to him since 45 years.

I walked into a record store in 1978 with plans to buy an album (the name of which I have long since forgotten). They were playing Alive on Arrival, Steve's first album, over the store's speakers. I walked around the store, listening to the whole album. In the end I walked out with Steve's album, instead of the one I had intended to buy. That started me on a going-on 45 year, and counting, love affair with Steve's music. I've seen him live a number of times, and he still puts on a fantastic show. Big City Cat never disappoints!

What a great memory that you brought back! I met Steve in 1981 on my 21st birthday. My friends and in snuck into his concert at a local college. Somehow I managed to get a kiss from Steve for my birthday. What a great guy and a sweet song.

I'm from Meridian, Steve's hometown. One of my favorite song's of his is called "Goin down to Laurel" which is south of Meridian. It's a chicken town and it does stink! Here's part of the lyrics "Well I'm goin' down to Laurel It's a dirty stinkin' town yeah But me I know exactly what I'm going to find Little girl I'm goin' to see She is a fool for lovin' me But she's in love and love's a funny state of mind" Great tune.

Thanks for this interview. Steve Forbert has been a long time favorite of mine. I still listen to the Jack Rabbit Slim and Arrive on Arrival CDs. Make It All So Real is still one of my all time favorite songs. I have over the years introduced a lot of people to this great song writer and story teller. It's interesting how his voice is still the same after all these years.

Just saw Steve Forbett at the Sellersville Theater in PA in Feb 2024. Still sings and plays his heart out. 👍🏼👍🏼✌🏻He puts out at least 1 album a year and has a loyal following.

This is why I love your channel so much Adam. It allows me to hear songs buried in the recesses of my mind. Songs I haven't heard in almost 40 years yet come back to life when I hear a familiar voice or melody like this gem. I've recently taken a deep dive into 70s rock & pop thanks to guys like you and Rick Beato and have been enjoying the waters tremendously.

Steve Forbert is from my hometown of Meridian, Mississippi. I've seen him around town once or twice, and I have friends who know him. The opinion is unanimous: he's one of the nicest guys you could possibly meet, and a right talented musician and singer. Romeo's Tune is ridiculously catchy. Once it pops in your head you can't get it out. You don't mind, because it's one of those songs that just makes you smile.

@danjohnson2104

8 ай бұрын

I have always thought Steve was one of the great songwriters, and the record companies did the world a huge injustice by not releasing more of his songs as singles. Heard Romeo’s Tune on the radio and loved it, but when my sister’s former fiancé introduced me to Alive On Arrival, well, I was hooked. My two favorite lyrics: It's often said that life is strange, oh yes But compared to what? I lost my watch a week ago And still can't find the time To buy myself a new one like that old timepiece of mind So the next time you see Steve, tell him Dan Johnson said “Hi!”

Love Steve Forbert! I used to sing Romeo's Tune to my late wife. He has so many really good songs. So underrated!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980

Жыл бұрын

So sorry for your loss.

i love reading the comments for this one. I love how many people saw Steve Forbert live. Makes me smile.

Steve Forbert's debut album, Alive On Arrival, is a classic piece of Country-Rock & needs to be in everybody's collection.

@petebausbacher6194

Жыл бұрын

Agreed!

Great artist. Have seen him live several times. Romeo's Tune is a timeless classic and I love that he keeps the subject of the song close to his heart, and his his heart only!

I could listen Steve Forbert all day! He never gets up this way (Ontario, Canada), which is a shame, because I'd love to see him! Been a fan since his debut.

romeo's tune is a song that climbs up into your soul and becomes part of you. a song thats been on my top 100 ever since i heard back in 79'

His live version of “It Isn’t Gonna be That Way” is absolutely fantastic! A real musician and gentleman!

Thanks for a great interview of a great musician. In Steve's book he clearly describes by name who Romeo's Tune is about and even talks about how he met up with her later in life.

Thanks Adam for doing these deep dives into the music we all love!!

I knew instantly from the title and the thumbnail it would be Steve Forbert's Romeo's Tune. I play it regularly on my playlist, so it was never forgotten by me. Then again, most deep cuts aren't. I still wish it were the 70s and 80s.

I am 53 and I do not ever remember hearing this tune or this guy's name until this video. Ever!

@Bestofthelot

Жыл бұрын

@Official_professor_rock Hi, Professor. Love your KZread channel! Thank you for all the great work you and your people do. Keep up the good work!

Thanks for the great interview of one of my favorite artists ever & one of my favorite songs ever. Have been following Steve Forbert since his debut when I was a teenager. Saw him a few times live when visiting home in the U.S. and had the privilege to meet him after one of his shows. So many great songs and always love his lyrics and even his cover of Box of Rain is a great song. Thanks again!

This instantly became one of my favorites when it came out and I was in 7th grade. To this day it is so powerful for me. I’m always overwhelmed with emotion and even a tear without even a clue. It just reaches my core is all I can say.

Thanks so much for this episode! I really like Romeo's Tune and like so many didn't know the title and have not heard it in too long, brings back memories!

I’ve been a fan since 1978 and there are so many of Steve’s songs that a better than “Romeo”. He has a superb catalog.

Been a fan since 1978 never stopped. His catalogue is vast and it’s fantastic. Try Streets of this Town or The American in Me as a way in. Seen him countless times here on the east coast - he’s still bringin it every night and deserves more recognition for an incredible career - he also invented Americana - before there was an Americana and deserves recognition for that as well! ✌️❤️

I liked you… I got a crush on you … But now…. NOW, Adam….. I am forever in Love with you!!! I am crying that you not only featured Steve Forbert…, but, darn it to all, man! You interviewed him!!! In the early 80s at the height of his fame (fleeting as it was) My friend Joanne and I went to the Ritz in New York City to see a show and who ended up in front of us but Steve himself… Turned around and danced the night away with both of us .. I don’t think we exchanged a word with him… our dancing did our talking and we just had such a thrill that night!! 2 of my favorite albums .. those first two of his!! just an amazing artist!! Thanks, Brother!!!❤️❤️❤️(Well you’re smart enough to realize I’m old enough to be your grandmother so I’m not really in love with you ha ha ha but I love you like a grandson OK how’s that!🤣🤣🤣)

Wow Professor!That was such a cool interview. Nice to hear from the person himself. Can’t wait until tomorrow!🤘🔥

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

LOVED this tune.

Thanks, Professor, for asking a question and letting the artist expound on the answer. This, along with your excellent preparation, is what makes your channel rock. And, the tease on the 'Fried Oysters' song. That sounds interesting.

Thank you for covering this song. It brings back so many good memories!

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Thanks so much, Prof, for showcasing this thoroughly enjoyable & uplifting song; one that I loved as a kid & teenager. Haven't heard it in 30 years. Oh, that piano, & his terrific, original voice! What a joyful treasure!!!

Thank you for this!

Gem of a guy! I remember hearing the song as a kid and then got a blast from the past when a radio station played it a few months back. Luckily, the DJ mentioned the song title. Thanks for the great interview.😀

What a great interview...Bringing the story behind the story brings fascination to a time gone and not yet forgotten. Gosh, just love listening to you in your face-to-face encounters with the artists. GREAT 'Active Listening' skills and artists willing to be forthcoming with their WIZARD movements and mechanics behind the curtain. To some extent, Steve is correct that some motions of the 'Muse' remain a secret in his art. Then again, it's sometimes interesting to gain greater emphasis on the motivation in genius of creation as it can be anything, anywhere, anytime. LOVE THE INTERVIEWS.

Great timing Adam. I just added this song to my spotify play list a couple weeks ago after hearing it for the first time in decades!

I loved this song when I was a kid. I had a K-Tel compilation record called Power Play that came out in 1980 with this song on it.

@Code.Name.V

Жыл бұрын

Good ole K-tel!

@slbarbieri1725

Жыл бұрын

I did too! That's exactly what I thought of when I heard this!

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

Very cool!

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

Right?

Great interview - great artist - First saw him probably in 79 or 80 - I see him every time he is local including this past saturday night. Always a terrific time!

This has been one of my favourite songs since I heard it as a child. It just sticks with you. I have commented on it a few times in my posts on other songs you have featured Professor. I fit it in with a group of songs that take me back to all those great childhood years and whenever I have a new music app, those songs are among the first I make a playlist for.

One of my favorites and a great album

I love this song and entire album. I had a friend who got to play with Steve years ago. And the fact that he is from a city about and hour north of me makes it even better. Wonderful song always one of my Favorite.

Great Interview. I rediscovered Steve earlier this year after 37 years and love all the albums he has issued

What a wonderful interview with Little Stevie Forbert ! Played the grooves off those albums - looking gokd!

Great interview !

I loved seeing Steve Forbert in concert in Nashville! It was just after the release of Jackrabbit Slim! Absolutely loved your interview and thanks so much for this episode! ✌🏽

Great interview, Professor! I haven’t heard this song recently, I’ll have to add it to my POR playlist!

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

DO it! Such a good guy!

@littlecatfeet9064

Жыл бұрын

@Super Nostalgia I love that idea!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980

Жыл бұрын

I shall do the same! (Sidenote: Traveling halfway across the world this past day and changing time zones multiple times has left me exhausted, jet lagged, burnt out. Prepare to catch my comments later than usual for at least until July 4.)

Wow, what a great tribute and interview, Professor...such a great song of my youth in the 70's.

Love this song. Have had it on my Spotify for awhile now and listen to it often. Very nostalgic for me, takes me way back. Love these bottled lightening ones!

Thanks for doing this one Adam. Brings back great memories from HS, weather it was cruising around town with the windows down & tunes up or at the local skating rink when it was played a couple times a night. Have a blessed day

Wow! I hate to admit this, but I forgot about this fantastic song! Oh my goodness, it’s so good too. He has a great voice. Definitely gonna reintroduce myself with his music. ❤️💜💚

loving the interview!! Two of my all time favorite albums. Probably like Alive on Arrival a bit more, but both great. Glad that he has continued making music all these years. Hoping he'll play some shows on the west coast.

Been so long since I heard this song. Love it. Brings back so many wonderful memories. Can't believe he never got the fame he deserved.

This is a really good one. I first started listening to Casey's top 40 Jan '80 when this was hitting the top 20, so I have fond memories of it. I have always been surprised he's not had more hits, him and Bruce Cockburn you know? Good talents. Good interview too I like how you let them TALK and not take the air out of their answers. Good one Dr Bob.

Just a pleasant song. Always made and makes me feel happy when I hear it. That’s an accomplishment right there. Making people feel good.

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980

Жыл бұрын

The power of music. 😊

It’s good to know a purveyor of real Southern Rock is still making music. I’m from L.A., but I always liked the genre. And we DID play Romeo’s Tune at both my first AM station in ‘79, and at the FM owned by the same company. It stayed in one rotation or another for several years (and the “oldies” rotation (we defined good songs that weren’t on the present charts anymore as oldies) - and the song was in that rotation for a couple of years, just because we liked it.

Goin' Down to Laurel is every bit as good. Romeo's a masterpiece, and Steve deserved more success. Rusty Edge RIP.

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

Amen!

@CP-nl2zb

Жыл бұрын

He has sooo many great songs. Steve is the real deal. His voice is amazing. His song writing is outstanding And a genuinely kind person

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980

Жыл бұрын

It feels like I’m missing out on some of his other great material…

@CP-nl2zb

Жыл бұрын

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 What kinda guy is a good place to start. It's a best of his first 4 LPs. Or just start with fiis first Alive On Arrival

Such a lovely song, it wasn't my kind of music during the late 70's but it never failed to put a smile on my face. Like most music fans I didn't follow Steve's career post- Jackrabbit Slim, but listening to this video led me to search him out on Apple Music, and now I'm heading down the rabbit hole. Thanks Professor, you've opened my eyes to some great music again!

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980

Жыл бұрын

I hope you find some great stuff! I need to dive more into him too.

I thought this was a Rod Stewart song for decades! 😱 thank you so much for these shows, professor!

This is a great song, and a great interview with Steve Forbert about the song. I remember this tune came out when I was about ten, which was around the time I was sent off to boarding school in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, which is on the Gulf Coast. When I started working on my debut sci-fi novel (due out this August!) I listened a lot to 'Romeo's Tune' among others (Black Oak Arkansas, Marshall Tucker Band) as inspiration to help me recall the emotions I was going through during that era, and Forbert's stuff from that period was among the biggest musical influences on the characters in the story. So, thanks for posting this interview - Steve Forbert was a great songwriter who accomplished a lot more than just this one song.

My dad was 40 years looking for this song. Heard it for four months on the radio during 1980 and after that the song went missing. Until a couple weeks ago he heard it again on a radio station while going for groceries

The first Steve Forbert album is a classic. Every song is perfect.

I'm not sure I remember this song but I've just discovered one I like because you did this interview. Thanks Professor!

So glad to hear from Steve! I bought Jackrabbit Slim in college and still love it to this day. It had a ”bonus single” included named “The Oil Song” about the Exxon Valdez. I’m looking at the album jacket now. Still has the $6.49 price tag :)

Steve is still great after forty years.

Just love this song!! Thanks Prof!! Still batting 1.000!!

Well..if you have one hit..this is a good one to have. Thoroughly enjoyed it when it came out. Sweet conversation...glad he's still doing well in life and is still creating music.

Hey Adam, I love your channel. As an international viewer its always mind blowing to see what US listeners consider 'one hit wonders' or in your case 'lightning in a bottle' In this video I got lightning in the brain with the 3 examples of OHW's 1) FYC - had a number of international hits EG: Johnny come home, Blue, Ever fallen in love, good thing, I'm not satisfied etc 2) Mr. Mister - Kyrie, Is it love and Broken wings were all hits, 2 went to number 1 in the US and they were Grammy nominated 3) Terrence Trent D'Arby - Sign your name, Dance little sister, If you let me stay and She kissed me where all big singles and he won a Grammy PS: Best rock era debut - Supertramp - Supertramp (I hope prog rock is included)

I was just listening to the countdown for 1980 I. My cat and this came on and I’m like, omg! I love this song! Never knew who it was and I realized I didn’t know the name of the song because of what your video is telling us

Morning! 4th due to the Matrix. Love Romeos Tune! Never understood it, as the title wasn't in the song. But it was a great little ditty. Thanks Professor. Halfway thru the week. 🐫🐫

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Roger!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980

Жыл бұрын

I always wondered who Romeo was.

Ir's such a sweet, lovely song!

A-1 super premium all-around A+++ GEM!! Just as close to a perfect song as anyone ever got. God bless your soul, Mr. Forbert!!

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for listening!

@Jagangela

Жыл бұрын

I am reminded just how much I like this song.

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980

Жыл бұрын

A beautiful song.

Steve Forbert just played an outdoor show here in the Philadelphia suburbs this past Sunday.

@CP-nl2zb

Жыл бұрын

And it was fantastic!!!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980

Жыл бұрын

Really? I’m glad he’s still going.

Cool interview Professor! Been awhile since I've had some deep fried oysters, but I'm due a batch! Great memories in this episode! Thanks for keeping the music alive!

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Love this song. The whole album is excellent.

The lyrics in this song are so romantic - Romeo’s Tune is a perfect title ❤

Great song, great songwriter! Nice interview.

Great song❤I appreciate it more now than I did as a young person

Ive been a fan since 79. I've been able to see Steve twice. Some of the best shows I've seen. He has many great tunes and albums.

His music and John Cougar when he started out are what I listened to years ago. I think I had an 8 track with the song School Girl on it. Glad you did a video on him, just looked and he is touring the east coast this summer.

I saw Steve in Houston at a bar called The Texas Opry House on Alabama. That was on the debut album. When I think of Steve his Oil Song comes to mind. " JUST COME ON DOWN TO THE SHORELINE WHERE THE WATER USED TO BE". Hi Steve.

Steve Forbert is still performing. Saw him last summer, and he was great!

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980

Жыл бұрын

That’s great to hear!

I had never heard of Steve Forbert, but have heard of all the session players he mentioned. Yes, I am a nerd. Great tune, thanks for bringing it to light.

The professor is right that the Folk rock/singer songwriters were almost completely gone by 1980, but this pleasant little tune about a sweet love made it through and became a radio staple for years. I always had a soft spot for it, partly because it was one song that I had a problem singing along with, in my car. I mean I could sing along with a group like Aha, but Steve Forbert's changing range and syncopation has eluded me, but got my respect. The greatest debut Rock album debut (meaning, first ever release) of 1980 was Loverboy.

Another classic, one hit wonder - The Kings, #thisbeatgoeson #switchintoglide

romeo's tune is one of the greatest songs of the 70's & any era really, up there with any of the great songs from rod stewart & ronnie wood, that lead guitar on steve's song is incredibly passionate & came from the hands of a nashville session cat named jon goin & bobby ogdin on keys played on elvis presley sessions, along with muscle shoals soul players on bass & drums. one night when i was dj'ing in maryland a really cute waitress working tables in the joint came up & requested that song but i didn't have it in the stacks of 45s & always wished it had been there & i could have played it for her & made her shift that night just a little bit better. it's totally magical & one of those things that you can never hear enough times. talk about lightning in a bottle, this song is a whole thunderstorm with a light show & starburst fireworks in your eyes & in your heart. it's hopeful & bittersweet, aching, yearning & a comfort all at the same time, in loving love is free

Ohhh WOW!! I totally forgot about this 1HWonder! ❤️❤️🤩 Thank you!

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

Isn't it great!

@MarkJones-zg6si

Жыл бұрын

@@ProfessorofRock yes! You are putting the late Casey Kasem to shame! Now back to the countdown 😃🌟

Thanks Professor 👍🏼

Wow, I haven’t heard this song in ages!

Love that song, been on my playlist for years!

Always liked Steve Forbert. Unfortunately for him, he was given "the New Dylan" label, which seems to be a curse. The only person to ever really successfully "beat the curse" was Springsteen. Nice job on documenting an unsung folk-rock hero, and a heck of a good songwriter in his own right. By the way, @ProfessorofRock, have you ever considered doing a piece on Pure Prairie League? The recent episode on the Byrds got me thinking about it... a really competent country-rock band from Ohio, of all unlikely places, with a somewhat unusual story.

I had forgotten this song. Don't know that I ever knew the title or his name but I loved this song way back when... Thank you, Adam! Now I know how to find it!

This was a huge hit in the NYC area. The DJ's always have us the name of the artist and the song titles. My cousin and I were talking about this Forbert album last night re: back in '92 we were listening to this vinyl LP every other song. It's so catchy... then you don't listen to it for five years, then you listen to it several times while going through your old LPs... Great tune. Steve was a really good songwriter. Glad he got his due in his hometown.

Love Steve Forbert! He's from Mississippi, where I live!

Wow. This SOUNDS so 1970's...that in my mind...it came out in the 70's. 🤷‍♀

It's nice to give some appreciation to a great tune and artist. I don't know much about Steve Forbert's music history besides this song. Time to do some digging and see what I discover.

I love your interview with Steve, I now FINALLY know the name of this song, after years of fruitlessly searching.

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

Very cool!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980

Жыл бұрын

What did you think it was called?

@trinaq

Жыл бұрын

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 I wasn't sure, I knew the tune, but not the name.

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980

Жыл бұрын

@@trinaq A lot of these songs are fascinating when you dig deep into what the title means.

You were correct, this was a great story, one in which I can relate regarding song writing.

A similar song from circa 1980 also came to mind, "Take A Little Rhythm" by Ali Thomson. Wonder if the Prof knows that one?

Lovely, lovely memory - thank you, Professor!

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

I saw Steve Forbert live years ago. There was a coffee shop in town where both local artists and established artists performed live. One day my then-fiancee (it's a long story, so don't ask) were having dinner out when Mark, the guy who booked shows at the coffee house, came by our table and dropped two tickets for the night's show, Steve Forbert. We had never heard of him, but we thought, "A free show is a free show," so we went and it was a great show.

@ProfessorofRock

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@kingofallwhites

Жыл бұрын

Who cheated?

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980

Жыл бұрын

It was music discovery night for you Tris!

@tmamone83

Жыл бұрын

@@kingofallwhites Neither. It was just a shitty relationship.