Robert looks at Toyah full of love and admiration - and a great performance.

@johnsenior7381

2 ай бұрын

Because she's keeping him young.

@richardberger5482

17 күн бұрын

i noticed exactly the same thing. i love their sunday brunch performances. he adores her. both are consummate talented people. ive listened to fripp from the very beginning, hes an iconic genius.

Oh yeah! I love this song! Fripp is in a class that is so high "up there", it is difficult for most people to comprehend. I'm sure glad I do.

Fripp's sustain sounds phenomenal.

@circlemover

2 ай бұрын

Its also way to loud in the mix. God knows why? the front of house engineer must be deaf!

@repetitivemotion

12 күн бұрын

It’s the Les Paul. Remember what Nigel Tufnel said, you can hold that note whilst eating a ham sandwich

What a privilege it is to have grown up with artists like Bowie around, and what a joy it is to witness a couple like Toyah and Robert who just can't help making life better!

Great performance and wonderful to hear Robert Fripp playing live on the masterpiece he helped create. Toyah has become that rarity in rock music - her voice has actually improved with time. Power, control, clarity, versatility, it's all there.

@mikedavis6884

11 ай бұрын

she's superb live-really loves what she does. A brilliant, wonderful performer

@AlbertShy-ct9bt

11 ай бұрын

Очень громко,-это говорит само за себя,я тут главный,я диктатор

@joolspirog

11 ай бұрын

Agree on your comments on Fripp but Toyah ruines this IMO but then, dach to their own. She has none of the originals syntax or emotion

@davidpotts1778

11 ай бұрын

?????? Wtf

@RebeccaTurner-ny1xx

10 ай бұрын

@@joolspirog Well, for that you would need a time machine. While you're inventing one, I'm happy with this.

Robert Fripp. Supremely talented and very, very lucky man!

Robert Fripp. What a guitarist! Amazing skills and feelings for his music.

@kevinparker461

11 ай бұрын

Hear his solo on Brian Eno's "Babys on fire" ... untouchable brilliance!

@xianshep

11 ай бұрын

​@@kevinparker461Or all over the Scary Monsters album.

@SA-qm3bp

11 ай бұрын

Absolutely agreed. Shame his wife sounds like bad karaoke

@rabidgoon

11 ай бұрын

@@kevinparker461 that one and "st Elmo's Fire" are profoundly amazing solos

@calfee62

11 ай бұрын

A beautiful performance hindered by a clumsy mix placing Fripp's guitar so strongly in front it buries Toyah, the synth fills and even the lead guitar solo

She was beautiful in the 80s and shes still beautiful in 2023. Still remember Hammersmith 1982 Great song, great singing. Love her! And Fripp too of course

I have to admit after not giving Robert Fripp the time of day for what seems like forever I now have deep respect for what he did in this track alone. It is one of the best guitar riffs of all time. Well done as well Toyah. Incredible rendition of this song.

I had forgotten that Robert Fripp was responsible for that guitar work on 'Heroes'. Magnificent. And who can forget how Toyah and Robert kept up our spirits with their Sunday lunch performances during those recent dark days.

@mollyhall2954

9 ай бұрын

Not my husband, for sure, ever since I told him about those videos! lol He was already a big Fripp fan! Toyah brought Fripp out of his depression!

@kimholland9316

9 ай бұрын

It got on my nerves

@davedennison7386

7 ай бұрын

Ahhh..who can forget her in that tight white top, on that exercise cycle.....its burned into my memory.this is a great tune, I never knew Fripp did the guitar, though i cant stand Toyah's music, this is good stuff...

@phils6926

7 ай бұрын

Gives you hope. Quite a gal. Poor old Frippy.

@alexanderpieri1971

6 ай бұрын

Fripp played also in Bowie’s Scary Monsters. His guitar sound is so recognizable 😇

Fripp, you still rock my friend. From King Crimson to your beautiful wife Toyah - no one can compare

This is why live music will never die. Proper musicians, no auto tune, no flashing lights or dancers, just perfection

@blackprince4074

11 ай бұрын

Add fully clothed woman, to boot nothing worse than a half dressed woman trying to sing. Toyah simply beauty personified like a greek godess.

@franksmusic2880

11 ай бұрын

That was god awful, Robert’s reputation just took a nose dive.

@FrozenHero2010

11 ай бұрын

@@franksmusic2880 Lemmy's version is worth a listen.

@davidelliott5843

11 ай бұрын

Toyah and Robert taking a leaf out of the Bowie performance book (not to mention ABBA and Blondie. No BS just great music.

@alansturgess1324

11 ай бұрын

Well said. Rick Beato would also agree.

They played this at Glastonbury. It brought a wee tear.

Robert Fripp, one of the greatest guitar heroes of our times, quite under-rated, being frank. Beautiful cover of a classic!

You are Heroes, Not just for one Day.....🤘🎸🎤💪

Fripp’s finger vibrato is sublime 😊

@glenchapman3899

11 ай бұрын

Yeah. Honestly I am not sure sublime is a strong enough word. That was totally other worldly

@isleyruntjones9007

10 ай бұрын

(Yes according to Toyah I hear.)

@davidiainrussell7030

7 ай бұрын

LOL@@isleyruntjones9007

@andywellsglobaldomination

2 ай бұрын

The man practices every night, even while on tour. He's like a monk - challenged to perfection.

@mattiasorre1718

2 ай бұрын

He has to do that to keep it sustaining that long

An amazing performance. Robert remains a true creative genius. It's over 40 years since the original was first recorded. Also made me think how much great music Bowie wrote and performed. Loved Toyah's interpretation, thank you for sharing.

One of the great guitarists of rock music.

David would be honored that you sang his song so well.

I am a lifelong fan of Bowie, I love this….

Have heard many versions of this song, it's a favorite. This is my new favorite version, the band is killing it, Robert is transcendental with his playing and Toyah in perfect voice being the most dynamic singer extant. Whew!!!

That incessant guitar amid her fine vocals - magic! Lovely performance.

@Mooseman327

11 ай бұрын

Just like the original.

@AP-sd1fl

6 ай бұрын

I don´t like Toyah´s vibrato, but Fripp is always great!

Love Toyah and Robert

That buzzing guitar still amazing after all these years. Toyah’s voice has matured and still rocks

Robert is wicked cool on that guitar, and Toyah sure can move. Awesome cover.😎✌️✌️✌️❤️❤️

@txtsmpl

11 ай бұрын

This performance ist not really a cover, because Fripp "wrote", better, created the famous guitar riff.

@realscience948

11 ай бұрын

Didn’t know she was a singer…thought she was just nuts!!

@stuartandrews4344

11 ай бұрын

You wouldn't think Toyah is 65, even better now....😎🥰

@matoko123

11 ай бұрын

@@stuartandrews4344 Better than she looked in Jubilee, but she was great in it.

@leighparr7961

11 ай бұрын

​@@matoko123With Adam Ant lol. That takes me back.

After all this time GREAT to see you both on the SAME STAGE! Homage to Eno & Bowie too!

Beautifully sung and performed Toyah! And Robert's guitar playing is as superb as ever!

Amazing!!! Toya has got to be one of the greatest performers ever, when you look at all she's done and her input on KZread, she is wonderful.

@andywarhol.

11 ай бұрын

Not too sure about that. Toyah was OK in this clip, (and others) but the genius is in the performance of Fripp, and his contribution to the creation of this song. There's a reason why Bowie asked Eno & Fripp...

@COIcultist

11 ай бұрын

You probably know, but for others though Bob looks like a charmed bunny rabbit when performing with Toyah he does have a fearsome reputation. One exception to Robert looking fearsome. There is a performance of this on YT with Robert performing with Adrian Belew. Adrian was a long term guitarist with Crimson and Bob He had also been a long term guitarist with Bowie and his musical arranger whilst Bowie was on tour. No lightweight many years ago Belew had played guitar with Frank Zappa who was a demanding taskmaster. The resulting live clip of Fripp playing with Belew is the closest thing to love I have seen between two straight men. Please look for this and enjoy if you are not aware of the piece.

@andywarhol.

11 ай бұрын

@@COIcultist I saw KC support Roxy Music in Frejus in 82. They were both there IIRC

@COIcultist

11 ай бұрын

@@andywarhol. Yes, Belew was playing in the 80s version of Crimson.

@touchingthecloth

11 ай бұрын

hahahahahaha

Always loved Toyah and Robert Fripp. Superb performers.

Such a living legend. We are so blessed and lucky to have her in the uk. She’s incredible! 😊

Omg I was blown away watching Toyah perform this.. simply amazing ❤

The tone on Fripp's guitar playing is on another plane

LOVE LOVE LOVE IT! This is one of my all-time favorite songs, it has such meaning and depth to it. Toyah and Robert thank you so much as I sit hear with happy tears in my eyes! Your band did a fabulous job recreating the music and the feeling. A band I was in used to play it, we were only 3 pieces but I played 8-string bass and sang my heart out into it. Thank you so much for doing the song and David such an honor.

My goodness Toyah is a very beautiful lady and she sings brilliantly. God bless them both. And Thank You KZread. XXX

I just realized that Roberts vibrato mimic the drones on the bagpipes - fills in the music perfectly.

Great job you two. Don't ever stop. The world needs you. Oh yeah. 😎👍🍺🇺🇸

Absolutely wonderful, Toyah is my musical goddess and Robert my guitar hero

One of the best covers of this song I've heard yet

@geoffpoole483

10 ай бұрын

Probably due to the fact Robert Fripp played on the original recording. The vibrato gives me goosebumps.

@TH-ee5xs

6 ай бұрын

Adrian Belew does a great job at it. Check out Fripp at Daryls House. Yuppp. Daryl Hall. It's totally now!

excellent performance & production. you guys nailed it. be proud

I agree. And not only a great singer and performer, she hasn't lost her beauty since I saw her live, back in the early eighties. Respect!😊

BRILLIANT Tribute Toyah and hubby thankyou !! much appreciated by youtube bowie viewers, pity the audience wasnt so receptive, they dont appear to realise what a superb rendition of a classic song played fantastically on guitar by hubby there.

FRIPP..........simply outstanding!!

Majestic and magnificent performance. Was also wonderful to see a classic 1981 Toyah concert aired on BBC4 last night

What a powerhouse performance!! Elegant arrangement, masterful execution, thank you Toyah and Robert!

Great Power Couple! Loved the single song posts during the pandemic! ALWAYS a great twist on the originals! Keep going, you're a CLASS ACT!😉

2024___Wow! Beautiful music and artistry! Blessed! Thank You.

Whilst admiring their combined artistry, let's give a thought for the strenth and precision in Robert's fingers and hand . . . to play like that for so long demands exceptional strength and control. Two masters at their best.

A whole lifetime of listening to Fripp and his sublime guitar. Thanks..I enjoyed every minute.

Both performers I rate as the people who changed music forever

We SHOULD Be Heroes EVERYDAY ! ! !

Heroes would not have been what it is without the charismatic and unique guitarplaying of Robert. That was another talent of David Bowie, he could find exactly the right musicians to express his deepest creative visions.

heard lots of versions of this song....this is one of the BEST!!!!!!

This is fantastic, David would be proud, and smiling that beautiful smile, Toyah sure is a Grover, Frip hasn't lost his touch either, throughly enjoyed this, thanks for posting.

@Dalwhat

11 ай бұрын

Must be so stressful playing in Fripp's band. One wrong note and you're out. Shouldn't worry though as he's only got eyes for his wife here.

I love Fripp, and I'm happy to see he's having so much fan in his latter days abandoning the intensity of Krimson in favour of time with his loved ones, but fucking hell this is like a Haven Holidays act

@jimdavis8391

11 ай бұрын

I can't see what people see in her; she's like your mum after at a wedding after too many G&Ts.

Watched Toyah and Robert through lockdown. 👌👌👌👌

Simple = That was Magic 😀✨✨✨ Nice one Toyah & Robert 😁👍🤗👏🙏

Great version, well done to Robert and Toyah and a great band.👍

Absolutely superb....it does not get any better than this...a stunning live performance by everyone...❤

What an amazing performance! The love in his eyes, that's something special. The talent you two, what a gift. ❤

Love it! Pure class performing this iconic song

Beautiful song, beautiful Toya covered that magnificently. X

Bowie would really enjoy listening to and watching this fantastic performance.

Toyah you always have been unique in a BRILLIANT WAY‼️🤘🏼

Magnifique interprétation !!! Et Robert Fripp, mon guitariste préféré !!!!

@shieldaigbencher

10 ай бұрын

Mine too mate! Bon soir.

Everyone else has to use an E-bow to play this tune, but Fripp just does it with sustain. Great!

@ShiroiTengu

11 ай бұрын

He has a built in sustainer pickup in that guitar. Same principle as the e-bow lol

@Luc.Larocque

11 ай бұрын

@@ShiroiTengu "Sustainiac pickup"

@paulm1422

11 ай бұрын

Scary Monsters was the first Bowie album I bought around 1980 because of Fripp's just nasty guitar playing on it. Then I bought all the old stuff and was fortunate to see Bowie 3 times. But that album is still my favorite. I feel it's David's nod to the punk movement, singing in a cockney accent at times.

@readmail379

11 ай бұрын

⁠@@Luc.Larocque not "SUSTINIAC" sustem. It is Japanese Fernandes "SUSTAINER" system. The logo is visible on the front pickup.

@lsdc1

10 ай бұрын

Producer Tony Visconti recalls it: “Everyone who's played the song with Bowie since then has had to use an E-bow to duplicate it, but Fripp had a technique in those days where he measured the distance between the guitar and the speaker where each note would feed back. For instance, an 'A' would feed back maybe at about four feet from the speaker, whereas a 'G' would feed back maybe three and a half feet from it. He had a strip that they would place on the floor, and when he was playing the note 'F' sharp he would stand on the strip's 'F' sharp point and 'F' sharp would feed back better. He really worked this out to a fine science, and we were playing this at a terrific level in the studio, too. It was very, very loud, and all the while he was playing these notes - that beautiful overhead line - Eno was turning the dials and creating a new envelope and just playing with the filter bank. We did three takes of that, and although one take would sound very patchy, three takes had all of these filter changes and feedback blending into that very smooth, haunting, overlaying melody which you hear." Source: www.soundonsound.com/techniques/classic-tracks-david-bowie-heroes

she is really good, great storyteller

Frip just kills me with the descending line. Grabs me by the heart taking me back to a magical time in music. Toyah is just fantastic.

Love this Bowie song! thanks Robert and Toyah! fab job!

WOW. Really enjoyed watching this video of Toyah and Robert on stage together. Great couple, great song choice, and fab vibrant live performance. ❤ Superb ❤ Loved it ❤

Thats love , what she said at the beginning of this song. Without Mr. Fripp this song were never written.

A sophisticated and exuberant rendition. Very well done. 👏👏👏🔥🤘

Absolutely tremendous!

Great performance , always loved the screaming guitar, thanks.

My God!!! 😱😱💕💞💓💗

I love Toyah’s passion for it all …she obviously adores her man and boy is she having her best life x All sounding damn good 👍

Toyah and Robert so much talent.

Outstanding, fabulous musicianship from all. Well done Torah and Robert. You ain’t lost it !!!!

Fripp is a legend in guitar, no doubt about it. That guitar line not on the verse, or the chorus, but the bridge in between the two practically makes the entire song. The melody he came up with is incredible and totally different to the drone on the verse. Listen to what he did on Bowie's Scary Monsters. Holy Moly. The band really comes together after the first verse. It's not an easy to feel to get exactly.

the band are very good, Toyah's singing is excellent ..... and then there's the sound of Robert Fripp which is utterly glorious

Always does a good job of wrapping herself around a good song our Toyah. Robert great job too. Nothing can fall with that hero's kiss.

Brilliant voice.

Outstanding !!!!🎉🎉🎉❤❤

so glad to see this couple in such a good shape! Long live the Crimson King!

Here is one awesome couple performing an awesome outstanding song! 💗

That was bloody great! 😃🤘

OMG!!! Absolutely amazing rendition. Thank you ❤

Love both versions, Toyah's and the original Bowie's.

Goosebumps!!!

No one today is making music like this, both classical and experimental that will last the test of time.

Fantastic ✨💖✨

I met him once, gentleman. Fantastic musician.

G'day from Australia 🇦🇺!

Great to hear them performing together at such a huge event with a legendary song that most fans probably didn't realize had Fripp songwriting and playing for in the first place!! Wonderfu, and Toyah does a fantastic job as a female David Bowie... very respectful to everything Bowie, and Eno, represented.... wonderful!

Marvelous and very touching...

Stunning rendition played by one of the original musicians on the track who is a legend in his own right. Covering, I think anyway one of the most revered artists ever David Bowie. Beautifully done.

Absolutely The Best Version of this tune I've ever heard! Killed It!!!

Simply stunning live performance 👏👏👏👍❤️

Great performers - proves that maturity does not diminish musical skill.

That's a damn fine looking guitar, a superb sound….superb player!

Thanks for another great one Robert and Toya😊❤!!