Smooth Criminal - Michael Jackson ('Film Noir' Style Cover) ft. Aubrey Logan
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Postmodern Jukebox Film Noir cover of "Smooth Criminal" by Michael Jackson ft. Aubrey Logan.
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"Just the facts, Ma'am." All-around music virtuoso Aubrey Logan returns for her 10th PMJ video to take us back to the 'film noir' crime drama era in this jazz trio retelling of the Michael Jackson classic, "Smooth Criminal."
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Aubrey Logan (Vocals & Trombone)
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Adam Kubota (Bass): / adamkubota_bass
Dave Tedeschi (Drums): / davetedeschi
Scott Bradlee (Piano & Arrangement):
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Directed & Produced: Scott Bradlee
Cinematography: Guy Livneh
Audio: Thai Long Ly / tl2bass
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@mermsy
2 жыл бұрын
It's like Christmas has come early! Thank youuuu!
@bettyvaughn5714
2 жыл бұрын
Counting on it! 😉🤗
@MrSiDSaN
2 жыл бұрын
Hoping to hear more tunes with Morgan James=) Thanks for Your work!
@jamil2447
2 жыл бұрын
This is a real slick cover of the original hit. Love it!!!
@jamil2447
2 жыл бұрын
@@MrSiDSaN And Hannah Gill.
This is the only version of this song I hear when the singer sounds genuinely concerned for Annie
@madd6522
2 жыл бұрын
lol in the original version, he sounds like a reporter trying to ask a dead person if they're ok
@octoberrie562
2 жыл бұрын
@@madd6522 my thoughts exactly 🤣🤣
@mamamememoo
2 жыл бұрын
Choked on water reading this. My nose hurts now. No my nose is not ok. 🥹😂🤣
@lachousal07
2 жыл бұрын
bahaha!
@davidhenderson3988
2 жыл бұрын
@@madd6522 Lol and the Alien Ant Farm version sounds like it is being told from the pov of the psychopath who killed her.
I don’t know about Annie, but Aubrey is definitely more than OK.
@celicuchetti7724
2 жыл бұрын
Xd
@b1ackj
2 жыл бұрын
Song about "any" (Paramedical dummy)
@beat1802
2 жыл бұрын
XDDD
@PortableXombie
2 жыл бұрын
Annie is ok too...I think.
@celicuchetti7724
2 жыл бұрын
@@PortableXombie I don't think so, it was her doom. . .
Aubrey's breath control is astonishing. Also I did not know most of the words to this until she sang them out.
@cismercier8009
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, her enunciation is much clearer than in the original. Amazing singer!
@nashaalia
2 жыл бұрын
sameee
@magicmulder
2 жыл бұрын
@@cismercier8009 Jackson’s peculiar enunciations are part of his art and the appeal of his songs though. In this song maybe more than anywhere else.
@cismercier8009
2 жыл бұрын
@@magicmulder So what? Aubrey brought the lyrics to life. I prefer her a million times to sick Jackson.
@SanePerson1
2 жыл бұрын
This characteristic of PMJ’s vocals. I would guess that Scott Bradlee puts a huge emphasis on it.
Masterful breath control and you can tell coz her pitches are spot on. But, what impresses me above all is her enunciation. Words I can understand just sliding out like butter. Lovely.
@bobdownes162
Жыл бұрын
A couple are not quite in tune in the lower register. Wonderful sound and feel on trombone.
@johndavid9376
Жыл бұрын
The start when she sang smoooth was not.
I love Aubrey's expressions and movements during this
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
That's very kind of you 😂
@NastyHudson
2 жыл бұрын
So much being said in her movements, and that voice! Such range! Not a bad trombone player either.
@nijatxaliyev
2 жыл бұрын
Hi guys,I released my song " Statement " kzread.info/dash/bejne/gXWpttJ8fJS9ZqQ.html Hope you like it
@visiomania
2 жыл бұрын
@@nijatxaliyev and
@cismercier8009
2 жыл бұрын
@@aubreyloganmusic And fully justified. You're making fans with this video.
I can finally understand what all the words to this song are.
@shiva_MMIV
2 жыл бұрын
Exactly what I was thinking 😄
@diogopaiva85
2 жыл бұрын
YAY, it wasn't only me...
@jaqqu7
2 жыл бұрын
I second this xD
@MRPandoraHartDR
2 жыл бұрын
When you finally hear the lyrics but never looked them up, so they come as a surprise to you. XD
@cooldebt
2 жыл бұрын
That's me with several of PMJ's brilliant covers 😅
As a Michael Jackson fan, I love this cover as much as the actual song. It’d be so cool if this was a theme song to a film noir detective movie.
@merusotajio2222
10 ай бұрын
I doubt you are an actual fan 😂
@DavidAllen-dj7sd
Ай бұрын
@@merusotajio2222agreed. Probably a taylor swift fan.
This girl is so damn f-ing talented, that it boggles the mind to know that she's still not a HUGE MEGASTAR!!! She's an EXTRAORDINARY musician AND singer. And Scott Bradlee is an AMAZING pianist AND music arranger. The rest of the guys in the band are also FANTASTIC at what they do. Congratulations to all!👏👏👏👏👏
@marderprod
2 жыл бұрын
I understand the sentiment, but it doesn't really boggle the mind. The public does not reward excellence.
@Janal_Hoe
2 жыл бұрын
Yuh, she somewhat underrated like kylie mcneil - a powerful songbird yet, trapped in the cage of the unknown
@michaelsutherland5848
Жыл бұрын
You have to sell your soul to be a huge megastar today, and I don't mean that figuratively.
@tentaplayz3691
Жыл бұрын
sadly...
@BadApple4Life
Жыл бұрын
It's insane to me! They're all insanely talented and I don't know how I have never heard of them u til today. I've been listening for 4 hours now. And I was JUST telling my boyfriend about Blake Lewis being my favorite American idol contestant this morning and then I saw him in several videos 😆 I'm so happy right now 🥰
What I'm really struck by is HER FREAKING BREATH CONTROL 🔥 Never would I expect such a powerful belt immediately after playing the trombone, goddess
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
God bless you, thanks Diana!!
@gettingkilt
2 жыл бұрын
This^
@jennielyra3694
2 жыл бұрын
I tend to listen to videos at a higher speed (not music ones) I had to check my speed settings. She was just being awesome.
It’s beautiful, her voice is beautiful, the drummer, the pianist, everything, beautiful
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so so much!
@Kai-yaam
2 жыл бұрын
@@aubreyloganmusic love your voice and the way you feel the music!!
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
@@Kai-yaam Thank you! I hope you enjoy some of my youtube channel and don't be a stranger!
@Kai-yaam
2 жыл бұрын
@@aubreyloganmusic yes! ✨
@fonkenful
2 жыл бұрын
So once again the bassist gets no respect?😉 Scott, when are y’all gonna run out of inspiration - I hope the answer is never.
what a great version. and boy is she not just killing the vocals, she is ripped! 💪
@sootikins
2 жыл бұрын
Sure is. I have seen her do one-handed cartwheels across the stage at her live shows and then go right on singing like nothing happened. Girl's in shape. She tours Europe & USA frequently with her own band and original songs. If she comes to your city it's worth going to see her!
@tentaplayz3691
Жыл бұрын
fr I thought I was the only one who noticed that
And she plays trombone?!? That’s talent!
@pigletBR
6 ай бұрын
its the video plot twist! 🤣
Just when I thought it can't get any cooler, she blows the trombone... 🍾🙌🏻🎺
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much ❤️
@TassoMite
2 жыл бұрын
THAT'S WHAT I THOUGHT TOO! And just after that, she hits an amazing long note. No words ❤️
@Shuckleking87
2 жыл бұрын
man i thought it was unnecessary to the vibe of it all
@guyjcollins
2 жыл бұрын
@@aubreyloganmusic trombro gang represent
@gregdolecki8530
2 жыл бұрын
Damn good too!
**Phone beeps** Text from Scott Bradlee: "Hey, wanna make a video when you're here in LA?" ME: Yeah of course let's do it! SCOTT: Can we do something kind of fast furious? ME: Sure let's brainstorm! BOTH: *scour internet* SCOTT: How bout "Smooth Criminal" by MJ. ME: I'll be right over!
@tcarnold6425
2 жыл бұрын
...and the rest is the best that history has to offer!
@garretmangio9756
2 жыл бұрын
And such a performance as fine as a shot of whiskey on the rocks
@ScottKenny1978
2 жыл бұрын
And it was awesome!
@SponsoredByAnxiety
2 жыл бұрын
And it’s amazing!
@doylierocks1
2 жыл бұрын
Fabulous!
"Ran underneath the table, you could see she was unable" that cadence was despicable 😩❤️
I am at home. Alone. Performing standing ovation. What a breathtaking performance!
DAMN, does jazz piano show that riff in its best light.
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
Scott is a genius!
Just being able to sing such a wordy song in the style she did is a tribute to Miss Logan's talents. Once again PMJ delivers in its own unique way.
Man, I've heard this song hundreds of times from a dozen different artists and after all that time this might be the best rendition.
i was so enthralled by this version, i was literally at the edge of my seat, it's like I'm hearing and feeling the words and emotions. This is definitely talent, i hope to hear more songs from her, i think Michael would be very proud.
@QalinaCom
11 ай бұрын
please google Aubrey's originals, they are just as brilliant. She also did a stunning "Can't touch this" version
Aubrey looks genuinely concerned for Annie's welfare.
@blitz7488
2 жыл бұрын
ANNIE! ARE YOU OKAY?!!
@anadd6195
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, indeed!
was not expecting the lead singer of the band, any band, any person, to then pick up a trombone! AWESOME!!!
@kitemanmusic
2 жыл бұрын
You have just discovered the wonderful world of Aubrey. Enjoy many hours of happy listening!
@RPRosen-ki2fk
2 жыл бұрын
@@Alsebra When it comes to Gunhild, it's A LOT EASIER to just list what the woman ... can't do.
Oh wooow!! What an arrangement!!! What a cover!! Michael Jackson will be proud of her and you!!
@AlexeBriand2002
2 жыл бұрын
and the vibes of the video match what he did for the intro in 2009 🥺
@callherq6499
2 жыл бұрын
Yay, Michael will be like it so much 🥺💕
Enunciation is something I value, so this blew me away. I didn't think vocals this fast could be this clear. Just fantastic work
Wow. Aubrey really told a story with her actions in this one. And that’s before you even discuss the incredible vocals.
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Steve!
The fact that in the last little bit she pulls out the trombone and literally mirrors her previous vocals via brass is absolutely beautiful... I can't verbally explain just how phenomenal her control is when it comes to her voice as instrument
Wow! What an arrangement. When she started playing the trombone, then belted out the next note. BLOWN AWAY! Amazing….
Omg .. The breath control she is having is on another level. I take a bow to you 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻.... It's fantastic with that instrument on the end 🥰🥰🥰🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
You're so kind thank you Santha!
@santhakumarj7760
2 жыл бұрын
@@aubreyloganmusic I wish the best for you in your endeavours from the bottom of my heart. 😇✌️🥰
Wonderful high and low speed alternations plus trombone solo. Awesome voice and clear accent!!!
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
The delivery of the musicians, her voice, and the performance presence ! And on top of that she looks stunning! That note, at 2:24 Yes ma'am! And it gets even more thrillin, with the little surprise of her joining with the band, and playing the trombone. They did a marvelous job with this cover! Tataa, Take Care. Happy Holidays 🎄🍾🎉
Aubrey Logan - the best voice control out there, incredible!
Какой нежный и чистый голос у певицы. Аранжировка хита просто великолепная.
@user-sd4df5og6i
2 жыл бұрын
Ибо да!
@user-zx9sf7cf8g
2 жыл бұрын
Команда просто супер, а певицу прёт не по детски!
@gulnazshirieva7836
2 жыл бұрын
а труба? вот неожиданность)
Aubrey is simply amazing...love her performances! PMJ is great!
I can't believe I watched this for free because this is a MASTERPIECE
As he came into the window Was the sound of a crescendo He came into her apartment He left the bloodstains on the carpet She ran underneath the table He could see she was unable So she ran into the bedroom She was struck down, it was her doom Annie, are you okay? So, Annie, are you okay? Are you okay, Annie? Annie, are you okay? So, Annie, are you okay? Are you okay, Annie? Annie, are you okay? So, Annie, are you okay? Are you okay, Annie? Annie, are you okay? So, Annie, are you okay? Are you okay, Annie? Annie, are you okay? Will you tell us that you're okay? There's a sound at the window Then he struck you, a crescendo Annie He came into your apartment He left the bloodstains on the carpet And then you ran into the bedroom You were struck down It was your doom Annie, are you okay? So, Annie, are you okay? Are you okay, Annie? Annie, are you okay? So, Annie, are you okay? Are you okay, Annie? Annie, are you okay? So, Annie, are you okay? Are you okay, Annie? You've been hit by- You've been hit by- A smooth criminal So they came in to the outway It was Sunday, what a black day Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation Sounding heartbeats, intimidation Annie, are you okay? So, Annie, are you okay? Are you okay, Annie? Annie, are you okay? So, Annie, are you okay? Are you okay, Annie? Annie, are you okay? So, Annie, are you okay? Are you okay, Annie? Annie, are you okay? So, Annie, are you okay? Are you okay, Annie? Annie, are you okay? Will you tell us that you're okay? There's a sound at the window That he struck you a crescendo Annie He came into your apartment He left the bloodstains on the carpet Then you ran into the bedroom You were struck down It was your doom Annie, are you okay? So, Annie, are you okay? Are you okay, Annie? You've been hit by- You've been struck by- A smooth criminal Okay, I want everybody to clear the area right now Annie, are you okay? (I don't know) Will you tell us, that you're okay? (I don't know) There's a sound at the window (I don't know) Then he struck you, a crescendo Annie (I don't know) He came into your apartment (I don't know) Left bloodstains on the carpet (I don't know why, baby) And then you ran into the bedroom (help me) You were struck down It was your doom, Annie (dag gone it) Annie, are you okay? (Dag gone it-baby) Will you tell us that you're okay? (Dag gone it-baby) There's a sound at the window (dag gone it-baby) Then he struck you, a crescendo Annie He came into your apartment (dag gone it) Left bloodstains on the carpet (hoo, hoo, hoo) And then you ran into the bedroom You were struck down (dag gone it) It was your doom Annie
This filter, this song turned this place into flames
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
hehe thanks!!
@zeys8181
2 жыл бұрын
@@aubreyloganmusic ı love you're voice
"Rattle 'em, boys." **40s Gangster proceeds to die as this song fades in**
Seen this 100 times. I knew Aubrey's a phenomenal singer, trombonist, fun, emotive, just everything you could ever want in a front-person. I didn't realize she also has nice arms. Kudos.
Scottie, this is some of your finest work, but honestly you can never go wrong with Aubrey.
Amazing! 👏👏👏👏
FUN FACT: As of this writing, the Alien Ant Farm cover of this song is now 20 years old. 🤯
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
So good!
@MomentsInTrading
2 жыл бұрын
I feel older now lol
@AG-mt3xs
2 жыл бұрын
I feel so old, now. 🤣
@AsianShadowrunner
2 жыл бұрын
Gee, thanks for reminding me. 😑😂👴
@blainerudy2255
2 жыл бұрын
I really love that version Every time I hear this song, I think of their video.I have the CD.
I'd love to see Aubrey do a swing version of "Sultans of Swing" with a horn solo instead of guitar solo at the end.
@eddierayvanlynch6133
2 жыл бұрын
Yes! Genius! 👍😎
I got literal chills at 0:52 - beautiful but haunting. Amazingly done!
I've been struck by this video!😍
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! hehe. You're clever!
@SapiensCj
2 жыл бұрын
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Amazing vocal performance and for the first time ever I understood what this song was about!
Seriously!!?? not just only incredible singing but playing trombone at last!!! How amazing you are???!! Are you machine, Aubrey??
Michael would have loved this so much
If anyone else is as impatient as me, they seem to post their new releases every other Thursday first on Spotify at about midnight. I don't have the patience to wait for 2pm for the video lol
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching and listening Gavin!
This sounds great at Normal speed, but also at 0.75. So cool!
@mickaelpigne5107
2 жыл бұрын
i checked i hadn't let *1.5 at the begining of the song :D
Great rendition! was totally into her voice and then she pulled out her trombone! What a great performer!
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
i love ittttt ❤️
You've got me as she sang her 1st line 🤩🔥
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
That's so kind of you thank you!
Super stoked to see y'all live again soon!
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
We are stoked too!
5000 years later civilisations who found this video will start a deep investigation on what happened to Annie and why a music video was make for that. 😂
Great songs are a gift to humanity, and that's how you treat a gift. I loved it.
I've just checked with Annie. It's good news; she's ok. She's just fine. She enjoyed the song too. Lovely.
The singer voice, the arrangement, the song, the costume & the clip just well match
Pure silk!
Michael would have ABSOLUTELY loved this!! I'm sure of it.. You captured EVERYTHING he put into that video. PHENOMINAL.
I want to sing like her!!😍🤩😍 LOVED every perfect part of her singing.
I was just hoping for more Michael Jackson covers and DAMN, did you guys deliver...! :OOOO
This song gives me actual chills ☺️
nah every musician on this channel are legendary
Brilliant. Michael Jackson would be proud! 👏
This is just what I needed! Love this cover! Keep 'em coming!
Dog gone man just has to be the absolute BEST musicians on earth!! Perfect timing, masters!
Perfect song for a film noir style.Kudos to all involved.GREAT cinematography!!!
I wasn't sure how this was going to work but it legit gave me chills... amazing!
この出会いは運命的…♡ ここまで心躍るような音楽は初めて!!
FANTASTIC as always! LOVE IT!
Absolutely amazing. Bravo Aubrey.
Oh my god I LOVE her voice
What a talented artist!! Love you Aubrey and Postmodern Jukebox.
Simply a masterpiece
This is a masterful performance. Major applause for everyone here and especially Scott Bradlee. Scott is a genius at letting the performers shine brightly.
LOVE this! Aubrey, absolutely fantastic cover, girl! 👏👏 Excellent work, Mr. B., as always! 👌Just what I needed! 🥰
Props to Adam Kubota for some killer bass and I always upvote Aubrey Logan
@aubreyloganmusic
2 жыл бұрын
Adam slayed this!
Ahhhhh soooo goooood!!!! Love this!!!!!
So excited to see these amazing folks live next week 😁😁😁😁
my god this arrangement is amazing! and not only is her singing phenomenal but her trombone solo? damn
I just love Aubrey... what an amazing vocal gymnast / athlete! And then she breaks out her trombone and shreds somemore.
I'm speachless for so much talent. What a voice!!!
Just downright stunning!!!
bruh playing the trombone and then blasting out that final note??? AMAZING
Speechless..gorgeous..amazing..fabulous..😍😍😍
Just - WOW. PMJ never ceases to amaze. Scott has such a great intuition when employing talent. Especially like that Scott lets the front shine, and the back do the wonderful backing. See you whenever you are close to Cincinnati.
i guess it can be the best video and rendition until now. perfectttt
Aubrey, you never cease to impress us when you sing!
Am I the only one also appreciating the lighting and costumes? The whole scene and the atmosphere is just excellent, not mentioning the awesome voice and the song inerpretation.
The first time I ever was able to understand the words to this song! Good job.
I love this so much!
Amazing interpretation of the song, couldn't have loved it more
Wow! I'm blown away by this performance. Fantastico! More,more,more!🙌
I love how they speed when she says Annie are you okay to increase sort of an anxious feel
From the dress to the vocals to the music to the black and white, PMJ never fails to leave me amazed and awed.
The combination of Aubrey Logen and Scott Bradlee hit another out of the park!!! I love it!!!!
Fantastic performance, AND an excellent trombonist as well! Who could see THAT coming???
2 жыл бұрын
whoa i shouldn't be reading the comments mid video lol. It's just started - and I don't even have it on view lol
@melodyman101
2 жыл бұрын
@ Oh, so sorry. I guess I shouldn't have spoiled it! Very very sorry.
2 жыл бұрын
@@melodyman101 lol no, not at all, why would one read the comments before watching the video? It's my bad, really
Totally amazed by the way she sings, the expressions, the voice and the bonus of playing instrument
I have no idea what to say. The words "utterly amazing" seem to fall short. Wow!