Steve Winwood. Mulit-instrumentalist and soulful singer. One of the greatest British blues rock pop artists ever. Was in Traffic, Blind Faith, a long, successful solo career. In the R&R Hall of Fame. Worth diving into his catalogue, fellas.

@AirplayBeats

28 күн бұрын

Had no Clue that was Steve.

@kevanbodsworth9868

27 күн бұрын

@@AirplayBeats A huge fan of Ray Charles ,,

@m4r4d0n4p3l3

27 күн бұрын

​@@AirplayBeats its good in a way you didn't know, so you didn't have any preconceptions and just took it as you saw and heard it..

@RazzleDazz72

27 күн бұрын

@@AirplayBeatsyou guys gotta do a few more Blind Faith. Stevie W. with members of Traffic and Cream including Clapton and Ginger Baker. They only had one album. You guys did Can’t Find My Way Home but there’s several more bangers off that one LP. Try “Sea of Joy” or “Had to Cry Today”. Straight bangers with Winwood killing it.

@SK-lk3iu

27 күн бұрын

@@RazzleDazz72 Yes, yes, yes. They should do the original studio versions first.

Stevie was a Ray Charles fanatic. Brother Ray was his hero, and he tried to sound as much like Ray as he could. He was just a kid from England. Steve Winwood you've herard with Traffic, and Blind Faith.

@DSquareMusicBucketlist

28 күн бұрын

Yep. I saw a documentary on Steve where he said he intentionally tried to sound like Ray Charles.

@richdiddens4059

28 күн бұрын

@@DSquareMusicBucketlist I also heard he had to stop pushing his voice that low as he was developing vocal chord issues due to it.

@JJReagan

27 күн бұрын

Close your eyes and listen to Ray Charles sing.

Steve Winwood was in his teens here, before he formed Traffic. He did a great version of Georgie On My Mind also. Spencer Davis Group had 2 huge hits with I'm A Man and Gimme Some Lovin'.

@MrVvulf

13 күн бұрын

By the time this was recorded, he'd already performed with Muddy Waters, John Lee Hooker, Howlin' Wolf, B. B. King, Chuck Berry, and Bo Diddley. He was for real, a prodigy like Stevie Wonder. He'd been in bands since 8 years old.

That's Steve Winwood - definitely influenced by Ray Charles. He became singer and keyboardist with the Spencer Davis Group at the age of 14. Spencer Davis is the guitarist.

Steve played EVERY note on the album "Arc of a Diver". He's as gifted a musician as there ever was. Rock on.

@susiedawson3349

27 күн бұрын

Yes! On of my favorite Linwood albums!

@t.j.payeur5331

26 күн бұрын

Love that album...

@mrnobody3161

7 күн бұрын

Steve is still around and touring as a guest band member of the Doobie Brothers right now

you got to laugh at all the young ones now who think they are talented because they got followers on TikTok , this is what true talent is all about

Steve Winwood was just a baby boy here.. how amazing!!??

Stevie is only 16 years old in this song rendition.Ray Charles is laughing his butt off in heaven.

Brilliant. Brilliant AF. Steve Winwood.

This song was written in the early 1920s. Bessie Smith first recorded it in 1929.

Just babies. "Gimme Some Lovin" next.

@JPMadden

28 күн бұрын

The studio recording. There is least one live version online, but it's not as good, IMO.

Steve Winwood, the incredible singer/pianist, was only a teenager here. It really is unbelievable that THAT voice came out of him. I agree with La… if I wasn’t looking at the video, I would’ve thought it was Ray Charles.

One of the finest examples of blue eyed soul.

This has become a favorite reaction because of Che’s disbelief. 💜💜💜

Winwood was born with it. He was 18 when they did this.

As a older white woman, I want to Thank the British invasion for bringing back the Blues to America! We didn't get to hear songs like the Blues cause of Jim Crowe laws (?). Steve Winwood can sing ANYTHING...❤✌🏼 Loved him with all the bands he was in, Spencer Davis was the beginning, Traffic, Blind Faith,& solo Steve Winwood. ICON!!

Steve Winwood sounding just like Ray Charles - mind blowing for sure.

Thanks for that, never heard it before. I knew Steve Winwood was a great singer, but didn't realize he could channel Ray Charles like that, and I think Ray's one of the greatest ever. Crazy. I heard an interview w/ Chris Blackwell, who got Spencer Davis Group their record deal, and he said he heard a white kid that sounded like Ray Charles when he discovered them. Now I get it and believe it.

This is from a movie, that's why the band is wearing pajamas. That's Steve Winwood, you reacted to him when you did the band Traffic. Spencer Davis Group came first, then Traffic. Steve is ultra-talented! Every Little Bit Hurts, It Hurts Me So, Let Me Down Easy, Keep On Running, Hey Darling, I'm A Man are just a few tunes to get you started on young Steve's (he was 14 when he joined the Spencer Davis Group) first band. Enjoy!

First, I want to thank you for doing this!! La, you had thought that I did. He sounds like Mr. Charles! .Yes, Steve Winwood can SANG! I believe he was 15 or 16 when they recorded this. Give Me Some Lovin is also worth checking out. Excellent reaction, fellas. I figured you would like this. Thank you 😊 🙏 ❤

"Stevie" Winwood was a young teenager here; started in Spencer Davis Group @ 14. That young British kid had alot of talent and soul! (Remember him from Traffic?) He played killer organ alongside Jimi Hendrix in "Voodoo Chile", the long version on Electric Ladyland (track #4). Def. worth a listen!

That was Steve Winwood of Traffic, solo career and Blind Faith with Eric Clapton - at age 14 he was a session artist for when Ray Charles toured England

That is the actual band. Steve Winwood is one of the bluesiest singers ever. You need to hit live versions of them performing Gimme Some Lovin’ and I’m a Man. But there are several others that you’ll love. His catalogue is a deep dive.

Steve Winwood was everything! "Gimme some lovin" is amazing as well❤

From prodigy to legend, Stevie is one of a handful of modern artists who deserves the term musical genius. If the Willie Mays of Music is Stevie Wonder, then Winwood is the Mickey Mantle (RIP Willie)

That was Steve Winwood, he's on Jimi's Electric Ladyland album playing the keyboard on the long version of Voodoo Child.

Mr. Winwood is a world treasure.

A TEENAGER!! With that voice!!’😮

@philipmccarthy6175

28 күн бұрын

Amy Winehouse is the only other white singer who had that kind of voice at that kind of age.

Steve Winwood is an icon of icons. He was famous by 14 yrs old, when he joined this band. As a teen American Blues musicians touring in the UK would hire him to back them. He'd been playing piano in British pubs since he was 8 yrs old, with his dad and brother. He a multi-instrumentalist, legendary singer and has written some incredible songs. He was in a supergroup, Blind Faith, with Eric Clapton & Jimi Hendrix sought him out to play on Voodoo Chile with him, and Jimi wanted to be in a band with Steve. He's worked with everyone & is universally respected. His bands are this one, Traffic, Blind Faith & a huge solo career in the 80s where he won a few Grammy's. You probably know the one with Chaka Khan, 'Higher Love'. Keep digging down the hole with Steve. Love you guys.

This was a real band. Stevie was around 16 years old then. He was a huge Ray Charles fan as a kid.

He was 16 when he joined Spencer Davis Group. The singer name is Steve Winwood , he's still rocking.

He can play keys and guitar equally good and has had that voice since these days when he was in his teens!

So many legends in this group. So young.

The bluesiest 17 year old ( or whatever he was here) EVER!!!

Steve Winwood is GREAT! He was 16 when he first was in The Spencer Davis. He went on to Traffic and Blind Faith. His solo career is phenomenal.

The singer is Steve Winwood, at about 16 or 17 years old. Spencer Davis is quite a bit older, guitarist. Steve's brother 'Muff' Winwood on bass. Peter York on drums. Formed in 1963 when Steve was 16 (b May 12 1948). Last big hit, 'I'm A Man' in 1967 covered by Chicago on their first album 'Chicago Transit Authority'. Both deserve a listen. Cheers ✌

Steve Winwood was such a young man back in those days.I think he was like 14 when he started playing for Spencer Davis. His brother Muff was in the group too.

That's a tribute that could bring eye sight to Brother Ray.

This song is 101 years old this year. Jimmie Cox wrote it in 1923, and Bessie Smith first recorded it in 1929. You should listen to her version. It's on KZread. There's also a great live version by blues legend Alberta Hunter from 2015.

Stevie can wail on the guitar, too. And great acoustic playing

I saw them in 1964or 65 at the Empire Pool , Wembly, North London, as well as many other groups.and singers .Lulu ( 15 years of age ) , Rolling Stones , Beatles .Stevie Winwood was 15 or 16 years of age .I was( body, not soul)14 or 15 years of age. A nice harmless experience .God Bless those that made it possible for me and.others to witness the Beatles .A special time , i believe.Good Luck.❤

@CliveAdlam-yn8uz

28 күн бұрын

I forgot to say , The Spencer Davis group were very good , Steve Winwood's voice , great and soulful , especially for one so young.Respect.

Steve Winwood: whatever he touched it went gold, like Vince Clarke 20 years later with sythpop, or Steve Wilson in the last two decades with prog metal. There were always some musical genii who were so diverse and creative and played with or for many bands. Steve was one of them.

I only ever got to see Stevie Winwood when he was with Blind Faith and he was easily the standout...vocals, keyboards, guitar...he had it all...

Steve loved Jimi and Jimi loved Steve. 'Nuff said. L💞ve from Canada

Here Winwood does a great impression of Ray Charles. Winwood was a multi talented musician who could morph into whatever a band needed to be successful.

The man’s got soul all the way down to his toes Laa and Chee! How does a teenaged white guy in the sixties sing like that!

15-year old Stevie (as he was referred to then) Winwood. He was England's version of Stevie Wonder and has, like SW, been great ever since.

There is no other Steve Winwood! And that's a fact. Thanks Fellas. Cheers.

I think he’s only 16 here! Sounding like Ray Charles. Incredible voice!!

That gave me chills! I didn't even recognize Steve Winwood...and all wearing pajamas too!!

Steve Winwood and the bands/artists he was involved with is a very deep and rich rabbit hole.

Blew your mind back ... yea, young, old Steve Winwood is a gift to this world.

This is the same musical genius that you've heard in Traffic and Blind Faith. He also has some solo work that rocks.

Steve Winwood at 18. You’ve seen him lead Traffic! Spencer Davis was one of the other group members in that film. So Stevie started in Spencer Davis ( I’m A Man is their classic) then started Traffic and then Blind Faith with Clapton and drummer Ginger Baker.

Just goes to show how influential the blues were to these bands from the 60's.

GOSH - Winwood was SO YOUNG, HERE!! He is a TREASURE!! LOVED HIM with The Spencer Davis Group, Traffic, AND Blind Faith!! Ya'll should check out more of their stuff! GREAT BANDS!! AND: Steve Winwood's SOLO stuff is ALSO GREAT!!! :) HUGS, YA'LL!!

'Gimme Some Lovin' & 'I'm a Man' (famously covered by Chicago) are other iconic songs from The Spencer Davis Group, sung by Steve Winwood. You've probably heard 'Gimme Some Lovin', one of the most famous rock/pop songs ever.

That man’s got soul right there

Spencer Davis Group was Spencer Davis, Pete York Steve Winwood.and Muff Winwood 1963

Ray Charles is spot on for the beautiful voice of Steve Winwood. He looks like a child here...

They must be getting ready to go to Walmart after they jam wearin' those pjs

When you two like something you sure let the enjoyment flow. Thanks

Try " Low spark of high heeled boys" by Traffic with Steve Winwood singing. He also wrote it with. Jim Capaldi,

He and Clapton were.are really into the blues. Windwoods one of my all time favorites! Thanks for sharing this...never saw it before!! I like his song and video Roll with it. Not as bluesy as this one, but really good.

I'm blown away. I'm in my 60s, always been a big fan, I have never seen or heard of this performance.

Stevie Winwood was all of 17 when they recorded this song in early 1966. Yes this is lip synching, done for the movie this clip is from, but it's really the band playing it. I'm pretty sure the movie was called The Ghost Goes Gear, gear being slang for cool.

Obviously destined for greatness…history tells the story

Man it’s crazy when you see them. Look like bunch lil kids damn that’s some soulful grooves

Stevie is a legend

Some more of that deep south blues from a bunch of dudes from England.

✨Oh Yes❕Stevie Bringin’ in Some Ray Charles Flava’❕✨❤️‍🔥💖❤️‍🔥✨

Nice cover of a Ray Charles Classic. Brother Ray influenced so many singers! Go get um Stevie!

Great vocals from Steve Winwood

The great, Stevie Winwood, in his formative years!! He would go on to form Traffic, play in Blind Faith, have many successful collaborations, as well as a huge solo career! Few on his level, for my money! John Barleycorn Must Die!

Steve Winwood (lead singer) is a musical genius. Definitely check out the song Gimmie Some Lovin'. Also, Traffic with Winwood is a great band to check out.

way more respect now for steve winwood for me after this.

Steve Winwood on vocals is a legend. Check out Gimme Some Lovin or I'm a Man by Spencer Davis Group ( the guitarist) check out Winwoods later career with Traffic & his solo material. My favorite from the late 80s or early 90s was a song called Roll With It.

Simply marvelous ❤

I highly recommend hearing Steve Winwood in the super group, STOMU YAMASTA'S GO. The band had 5 members ... GO means Five in Japanese. All of the 5 were between bands. There's Steve Winwood on vocals and keys, Al DiMeola on guitar, Michael Shrieve on drums (he was the drummer for Santana at Wookstock and Santana's first seven albums). Klaus Schulze was from the Kraut Rock scene, experimental electronics. The fifth member was the guy who organized this band ... Stomu Yamashta. He was a highly regarded percussionist and composer ... including Japanese theater. They put out 2 albums, and Steve sang on the first as he ventured off on his solo career. I highly recommend the song ... CROSSING THE LINE ... the 7:08 version Live from Paris.

Damn it. What a lifespan ~ Steve Winwood....Just, wow. Really.

Great reaction !! Steve Winwood is really one of the greats as members of this chat also confirm! His career spans decades and he was part of several legendary groups like this one, Blind Faith, Traffic and more. He had some big hits in the 1980s & 90s as well. “Gimme Some Lovin'” was released in October 1966 and his first big hit. Dear Mr. Fantasy, Back in the High Life and Higher Love you have probably heard in the background while shopping ... Like much of the music I listened to growing up! LOL

Still a teenager at the time. Steve Winwood is an all-time great.

Another brilliant UK group

Everybody else already said it! LOL! I'm glad you know who it is now. Steve was already a genius here in his mid-teens!

Spencer Davis Group was kinda/sorta one of the progenitors of classic rock. MAN, they all so young in this video.

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Stevie Winwood! In the infancy of a great career. How great was that from someone of high school age? For more from the Spencer Davis Group, do Give Me Some Loving and I'm a Man, 2 big hits for them before Stevie moved on and formed Traffic. Enjoy! 🎵🎸🎤🎹🎶

@mackbeasley526

28 күн бұрын

'Keep on Running' is excellent too.

Steve Winwood is too talented for words when you look at his body of work. Decades of quality. “Dear Mr. Fantasy” Traffic, “Gimme some Lovin’” Spencer Davis, “Can’t Find My Way Home” Blind Faith “Higher Love” Steve Winwood solo. You cannot go wrong.

"Nobody Knows You When You're Down And Out" was a hit for Bessie Smith in 1929. She dropped it two weeks before the Wall Street Crash signaled the start of the Great Depression, giving the song greater cachet than it might otherwise have enjoyed. PS. For another Steve Winwood jam, check out Traffic "Freedom Rider".

What ludicrous talent.

If you've never listened to Steve Winwood, you need to get on it. Spencer Davis Group, Traffic, Blind Faith, a huge solo song list.

There’s a great version of this song on Derek & the Dominoes album

Ray Charles is smiling down on us all.

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Sure would love to see more Stones, Hendrix, Bowie, Alice Cooper and even some Kinks reactions

Wow, Killer! My wife's fave, never seen this, thanks.

I met Spencer Davis at a party. He was a fine gent.

Trust me on this MUST HEAR blues classic my music lovin' brothers,, Definitely Playlist worthy,, Robert Cray "Smoking Gun" (Official Music Video/VEVO) 🔥❤️🔥

These guys also do a fantastic version of Georgia On My Mind.

Had the privilege of seeing Steve with SDG when they blew into town with Donald Fagan and Steely Dan as a double act yep "Steve played his set 1st followed by Donald. and I gosh to say what absolute tight musicianship to this day still holds a candle.