For those who haven't heard of it , or just don't get it---THIS IS CALLED ROCK and ROLL....GOD bless the Smithereens.

@anthonymichaelhalloates2902

2 жыл бұрын

Fucking A!

@LanceABoyle

2 жыл бұрын

Amen

@joemelnick1572

Жыл бұрын

💯💯💯

@reneetorgerson3067

Жыл бұрын

The best

@TheMusicalElitist

Жыл бұрын

Really? I thought this was Mongolian Space Jazz.

This was a smoking live band. Great songwriting. No bullshit, straight ahead Rock and Roll Band with killer tone.

extremely fucking underrated straight up garage rock band

This song STILL ROCKS HARD! We miss you Pat.

Pat Dinizio always had that smooth, distinctive voice that you could recognize instantly! He was in my opinion, one of the best rock singers ever!

I can never get enough of Mike and his Bass playing

@matthewsamboy2792

3 ай бұрын

I can never get enough of proper comments like yours! I listen to Bikini Kill, Megadeath, Avalon Jazz Band, Doris Day, Repo Men, Black Flag Rollins Era, Sub Humans, Scratch Acid, Cyndi Lauper, Sonic Youth, Swans. Any recommendations?

No mistaking that Rickenbacker! Ow! Gets me every time. And I’m a drummer. Love that sound! Miss these guys. Sucks PD is gone. RIP

@jeffreytarczewski3489

2 жыл бұрын

I’m a Gibson Ripper man myself, also the Swedish bass Hagstrom is a really nice sounding guitar also!!!

@chrishedge887

Жыл бұрын

@@jeffreytarczewski3489 I was thinking that twang was a Tele until i watched this and saw the Rick. Very cool

@epistte

9 ай бұрын

That Ric sounds so sweet with an overdriven Marshall. The thump of the bass isnt bad either. @@chrishedge887

I saw them when I was 19 years old, around 1987-89 at a college auditorium. Maybe 500 people there tops. We were right up against the stage. Amazing live show.

R.I.P. Pat DiNizio

1 of my favorite songs of all time. Underated band

@dickjoseph7688

Жыл бұрын

Vastly Underated band!

Man it was 88 and we would blast The Smithereens at house parties everyone thought we were wierd...but you cant deny greatness!!!!

@selenatracy-pettross2895

5 жыл бұрын

Charleston SC for me

@RCAvhstape

4 жыл бұрын

People I knew in 88 would blast Smithereens at house parties while getting weird.

@gyrgrls

2 жыл бұрын

AMEN!

@krukkykrukky

6 күн бұрын

we, we, we. you and who? your multiple personalities? oh no what you call "friends", your shadows

@krukkykrukky

6 күн бұрын

and why the urge to tell this boreeen stuff to strangers?

I love the bass in this song

I'm a hard rock/metal guy but this might be the best bass riff ever.

@leebarbier5257

6 жыл бұрын

Look up the song "It's Too Late" by the Jim Carroll Band... great bass riff.

@DoppelgangerShockwave

5 жыл бұрын

Well yeah, it's a variation on The Doors' 'Riders On The Storm,' so of course it's awesome. :)

@myvintagesunburst7418

5 жыл бұрын

definitely one of the best , instantly recognizable for sure

@jerryobrien5029

5 жыл бұрын

smithereens friday in largo florida i have ticket. Marshall Crenshaw joining the band.

@Zod741

4 жыл бұрын

Up there with Money

Just another awesome band with another awesome song not getting their recognition they deserved

@lawrencearnemann3923

6 ай бұрын

Anyone can be a one hit wonder. It's a whole different thing being a legend.

This is an awesome band firing on all cylinders here. Gonna miss Pat, but thankfully he left us with a TON of great songs. RIP.

@gyrgrls

2 жыл бұрын

Please enlighten me. Who is Mike, and who is Pat? I am 63 years young and new to this fine band. I want to know more about them. I just now stumbled upon them by accident. A search engine turns up only boilerplate info on them.

Watching these guys do what they always did the best, perform live, is such a treat. Within days of 27 years ago The Smithereens were at their professional best and most confident. Especially on stage! Pat's beautiful melodic voice paired with a super strong rhythm section and my favorite, that chainsaw buzzing, screaming, roaring by Jim Babjak's Rickenbacker. I just found this video and it's a time capsule that I wish I could step into. Thanks for the upload!

@whatsforafters7843

2 жыл бұрын

You're most welcome! Thanks for the note of appreciation :)

@BlueSky...

Жыл бұрын

That guitar solo *really* gets the job done.

@urbangorilla33

Жыл бұрын

I saw them in a small club not long after Especially for You came out. Probably about 100 people in attendance. It was memorable.

They gave a free show in Norfolk on 1997/1998 at park. I sat two feet away from them and it was an amazing show. They were set up in a small gazebo and rocking. One of the best shows of my life. PD and crew have always been one of my favorite bands.

Great band and songs ❤ The Smithereens!!

This song is one enormous hook from start to finish! And what a fucking bass line!

The Smithereens are so underrated...they are like Cheap Trick - music fans first and foremost, realllly talented players, excellent songs with bite and huge hooks...of the people and, throwing down incredible performances of The Who's TOMMY front-to-back or, full Beatles sets just cuz they wanna have some fun...and, THEY CAN...I saw them live in 85, 87 and 90/91? and, they were louder than bombs, tighter than tight, smiling like a bunch of 12yr old kids rocking out for the first time and, totally committed to their audience and the task at hand. Lunch box guys on a rock and roll mission! RIP - Pat! He can't be "replaced" EVER BUT - Marshall Crenshaw is an excellent choice of people to bring into the Smithereens family...he is a music geek, with amazing chops who is incredibly respectful and committed to the songs that Pat wrote. He's a class act.

@dougsmith7083

4 жыл бұрын

@PBR Streetgang 37 thank you so much! Cheers

@Creaulx

2 жыл бұрын

Well said. Major fan of both of 'em!

They cut their teeth at the Court Tavern in New Brunswick, NJ in the early 80's. Small 200 capacity joint. They were kinda the house band for a while. We didn't realize they were gonna blow up like they did.

Wow, I just can't stop watching. Back in the day I saw The Who, The Beatles, Cream, Jimi Hendrix Experience, The Remains, Vanilla Fudge, Spirit, Jefferson Airplane, Chicago Transit Authority, The Doors, Fleetwood Mac, Crazy World of Arthur Brown, The Music Machine, Soft Machine, Strawberry Alarm Clock, etc. This live performance of "Blood and Roses" blows me away and ranks right up there with the best bands of the 1960s. Long live The Smithereens. Pat DiNizio, RIP.

One of the greatest rock songs and rock bands ever. The bass is killer. Excellent guitar, and the great Pat Dinizio on vocals and guitar. Rock and roll doesn't get any better than this.

RIP Pat DiNizio, lead singer and songwriter of the Smithereens. He died on Dec. 12, 2017 at 62.

@selenatracy-pettross2895

5 жыл бұрын

I did not know that. TY

@john-paulnagel2732

5 жыл бұрын

The Informer Saw Them in Concert California 88 I Believe

@alanbravender347

Жыл бұрын

Dec 12th is my Birthday unfortunately- one of my all time Fav Bands !

Wow, they were really at their peak in 95. Just amazing version of one of their very best. Great upload RIP Pat. You'll be sorely missed.

@MrJett1971

6 жыл бұрын

They were still a great band in ‘95 (and to this day), but their peak was ‘89-‘91, when they released 11 and Blow Up. They cracked the top 40 with those two albums, but grunge came along after that, and totally changed the musical landscape. Hooks and intelligent lyrics were replaced with angst and mumbling.

@fords_nothere_100

6 жыл бұрын

For sure - they were a more popular, charting band in 1990 but I was more talking about sheer performance. They're 15 years into being the Smithereens at this stage and beyond the struggles of getting a break. Pat's voice is fantastic and they sound like an experienced, confident rock band.

Their first album, ESPECIALLY FOR YOU, is in my top 25 of all time.

@georgebethos7890

2 жыл бұрын

Mine too NYC 1986

October 12, 1955 Plainfield, New Jersey - December 12, 2017 (aged 62)Summit, New Jersey, One year seems like a month ago.. R.I.P. - Rock In Peace.. Our beloved Pat D.

Man, what a night...Early 90s....One Step Beyond in Santa Clara, CA. 3 encores....they were having as much fun as we were. RIP Pat.

These guys put their heart and souls into every song

Fantastic bass.

This just blast out of my speakers with power. Well done.

That solo is filthy

Best guitar solo in the middle.

Can't get enough Smithereens

RIP PDIZ, you are missed sir, thanks for all you gave to this world including The Smithereens!

This is one of my all time favorite songs 💖💖💖💖💖

I've loved this band since 1986. Good to see that they're out playing shows with Marshall Crenshaw!

What a great band they were. RIP Pat.

This is, to me, the epitome of a guitar "snarl."

@6000cs

2 жыл бұрын

Well put, buddy.

Been looking for this song on KZread in forever! Absolutely wore out this song in my car radio in 1986!

I have a bass exactly like that one. 1978 Fender Precision.. Same color. Same bridge. Same everything. its a beast! Great bass!

R.i.P. Pat Di Nizio One of The Greatest Rock Groups!

I love this song and this band!

One of the all time great bands. Period. Pat - forever missed.

I love it, I love it! This is the song that did it for me.

@kainnosgoth7336

6 жыл бұрын

Same here, the bass riff is so menacing yet so cool.

How great were these guys, man!

that guitar lick at 2;20 IS JUST BAD ASS

We loved them in Detroit.👍 Yes we did.

So good. I still can't contemplate Pat's passing...

Great band, great time for rebirth of rock. Looking at the date, cant help but think of dial up internet. Holy crap its 25 yrs later!

Rockin out in my parents basement wth 60 of my best High School buddies in Clarkston Michigan!! Doesn't get any better than these guys!!

good god man, several years after their peak, on national TV no less. Really great performance. Jim Badjak was at the peak of his coolness on the Rickenbacker.

💜just love this song

One band I missed live. A great band so under rated by those who don't know shirt. A killer group.

2:04 one the dirtiest old skool guitar breaks ever - just kills me when he walks that riff and the other guitar and bass player walk up and back on the stage.

RIP Pat

Nice to see someone uploading good quality video with Stereo sound. So many others upload total trash.

@whatsforafters7843

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the note of appreciation. Happy when others discover the sound difference, and picture quality, when I could manage it ;)

I had the pleasure of mixing stage monitor's for those guy's a couple of times. Pat, and the band, made me part of the show.... Peace and Love....

@marcellino1956

4 ай бұрын

Bet that had to be a real honor and thrill....one time I met Rory Gallagher in a hotel elevator we got to talking and he ask if i wanted to go see his show that night....I didnt realize he meant part of the crew who help set up the stage ....lol I gladly did......Did i mention i was a huge fan of his before that.....happened in 1986 and I still remember everything to this day

Damn! I love their tunes!!!! Rock and roll baby!!!

I saw these guys play at the State Theater in Arlington Virginia, great show! THIS WAS ROCK AND ROLL AT IT'S FINEST! Afterwards, you could go up on stage & meet the band! Cool Guys!

What a huge sound!!!

R.I.P. Pat Dinizio ❤❤

This is Rock n Roll, kids.

Saw these guys last night..great show even though Pat can only sing now. His Iconic voice!

such a great song

I miss these days

Fav song by my fav band... RIP Pat... Rock on!

These guys sounded better live than recorded in studio,what a great band !

Saw them and met them in radio city back late 80s

Never got to see them live....wish i did

Epic epic song. Example of perfection

Saw smithereens in 90 great band still listen to them 2021

Pat DiNizio.....RIP. Thank you!!

This is perfect.

Just great!

Can't believe Conan was on 25 years ago.

Jim Babjak is just killing it. Damn , these guys were good.

R.I.P. Pat DiNizio 😞🙏

that was great

We miss you Pat

Jim Babjak playing the Rickenbacker through the Marshall. What a badass.

@cherokeelair9796

5 жыл бұрын

I saw them live in the city in 89 and Jim was leaning against a pole, playing with great intensity, and I've never seen a guitarist ever look as cool as he did in that moment.

@scottallison2296

4 жыл бұрын

He's one of my favourite guitarists

@JohnMarksGuitar

4 жыл бұрын

He’s too loud, drowning out the band with chords ...

@uncledaddy694

3 жыл бұрын

@@JohnMarksGuitar probably mixed like that on purpose? The riff is beautiful and the guitar seems to take center stage in it.

@wpleary2

3 жыл бұрын

I never would have guessed he played a Rickenbacker listening to the album.

Love !

Just excellent

Loved these guys..saw them live @ Mississippi Nites in St.Louis...thinking very late 80's. If you look @ their earlier videos and then this one you, can see the difference in their appearance and stage presence, especially the lead and drummer, who no longer look like your average clean cut cousin. Mike looks and acts the same , PAt also, but with that hat and those glasses he looked a bit like Groucho Marx. Sure od miss those days..I was a young man then but no longer.

Love it...so tight

UN FENOMENO HACIENDO MELODIAS .PAT RIP¡¡¡¡¡

What a bass line.

pure smooth and just rock

Best bassline ever!

All the guitars, keyboards, horns, whatever is built atop a foundation of drums and bass.

Miss you Pat.

Nice. Very nice.

Used to play regularly at The Dirt Club in Bloomfield, NJ in the early 80s. Anyone remember?

Pat never really talked about his personal life much, but I remember hearing that when his daughter was born there were complications or something to that nature? Never really figured out if that was the case, or if the pic on his guitar was just simply proud dad moment on National tv.

Way too cool.

@mrearlygold: He's got nerve damage due to an injury, is undergoing Physical Therapy and requires surgery. At the moment he can't *use* his right hand. Sending Healing Vibes to My Buddy Pat!!

@MissezPremiseHello

6 жыл бұрын

Rest In Peace my Friend.

Best band out of jersey

great song for Elvis

Power Pop MASTERS ♠️💥♠️💥♠️

It's punk rock. They make me think of what it would be like to meld "The Atilla and Dave Project" with "Social Distortion". The lead singer is HOT! The drummer is AWESOME! One of the best bands ever! I am watching this in 2021!