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@rhopsi5620

3 жыл бұрын

I saw that you have reacted to several Home Free songs and mentioned Pentatonix as a style of acapella music that you like. A group that's been around since the early 90s, Zap Mama, does similar music with African sounds and beats and all acapella. Check out their self-titled first album. Also check out the documentary "A Band Called Death." I won't ive anything away, but you will be amazed because the music was made in the early 70s and nobody knows who they are, unfortunately.

@LuisOrtiz-xo5kc

3 жыл бұрын

Best prog-rock suites: "Close to the Edge" (Yes), "Tarkus" (ELP), "Thick as a Brick" (Jethro Tull), "Echoes" (Pink Floyd), "Lizard" (King Crimson), "Phaedra" (Tangerine Dream), "Supper's Ready" (Genesis) and "Hemispheres" (Rush). In prog-rock, the longer a song lasts, the better!

@plumbawl5977

3 жыл бұрын

@@rhopsi5620 Zap Mama, Brrrlak! is spine chilling!

@aprilmarie6105

3 жыл бұрын

Please listen to amber by 311

@TheronGnasher

3 жыл бұрын

There's better YES songs then Closer to the Edge

Meet Jamel, the coolest, nicest, most human being in America. He should be world famous.

@maryannturton9830

3 жыл бұрын

True story!👊

@erimronnbeck

3 жыл бұрын

May the world 🌎 get to know his name what an amazing lover and analyst for the wonder of music 🎼

@DaBigRMV

3 жыл бұрын

Seconded.

@nirmalsuki

3 жыл бұрын

He is.. I am a big fan from Sri Lanka.

@loisplane

3 жыл бұрын

Amen to that!

I took a lady I had just started dating to see Yes. She was a professional musician. She didn't know anything about Yes. I just told her they were my favorite band since the early seventies. She's a keyboard player and Rick had just rejoined the band. All evening long she was mesmerized. She grabbed my arm. Tears were flowing down her cheeks. She said she had never experienced music like this in her Life. She floated out of the theatre and into my arms forever. I'm her knight in shining armor but Rick is her hero. I'm okay with that. You see, her and Rick were born exactly on the same day!

@baileyride

3 жыл бұрын

She’s a keeper!

@nickciraulo8340

3 жыл бұрын

WHOA, the zillion to one chance experience. Great for both of you.

@jenniferkasowicz9463

3 жыл бұрын

Just love this story! 💕

@emjem99

3 жыл бұрын

I welled up just reading that. Music. What a thing we humans have wrought.

@KGP2010

3 жыл бұрын

That is beautiful, bro.

Back in the day, I had a classically-trained music teacher who hated Rock-n-Roll with a passion and warned us not to listen to it. So I dropped off "Close To The Edge" one day at his desk and told him to take it home and give a listen. His reaction was similar to yours. Long story short he bought the whole class tickets to attend Yes in concert and became a huge fan! I'm glad you enjoyed the album, Jamel. I'm looking forward to more of your reaction videos!!!

@boltonious

3 жыл бұрын

This is rock + jazz!!! Don't forget the jazzy element!!

@ChrisLawton66

3 жыл бұрын

@@boltoniousit's not jazz or jazzy

@boltonious

3 жыл бұрын

Certainly progressive tho

@saintejeannedarc9460

3 жыл бұрын

@@ChrisLawton66 It's very jazzy. I don't like it at all, and that's part of the reason why. It's the worst of jazz (to my ear). That really discordant and eclectic type, that's just non-musical to me.

@markmanny8536

3 жыл бұрын

@@saintejeannedarc9460 until it is.

Like others have said, "I'm an old dude" in my 60's who grew up listening to Yes and Genesis and it's fantastic watching a young guy discover the magic that we knew at the time was pure genius. Thanks for sharing your love of music with the world.

@maximilianomiguel8645

2 жыл бұрын

Hola desde Argentina, amamos génesis, Floyd, yes, Zeppelin, purple, Queen, y tantas otras bandas de habla inglesa, y les cuento que en Argentina también tenemos bandas de los 70 en este género progresivo. Escuchen seru giran que les va a encantar. Recomiendo canciones como eiti Leda, a los jóvenes de ayer, noche de perros, viernes 3am, perro andaluz y muchas más. Solo nos separa el idioma, pero los gustos son similares

@GoodLifeInSpain

2 жыл бұрын

@@maximilianomiguel8645 Viví en Buenos Aries durante un año y estoy casada con una chilena. Tenemos una gran colección de música argintina y chilena de esa época y la tocamos a menudo.

@maximilianomiguel8645

2 жыл бұрын

@@GoodLifeInSpain cuántas preguntas para hacerte, empiezo por si te gustó Buenos Aires, después si sos norteamericano, si aprendiste español, si te gusta seru giran, Spinetta, los jaibas, en qué año viniste a la Argentina, como conociste a tu esposa chilena, todo eso me gustaría preguntarte. Saludos

@solangecruz0

2 жыл бұрын

What happened to this song we once knew ao well ?

@oscarcrouch1341

8 ай бұрын

68 years young here😁😎

I am a 57 yr old who is awe struck by younger folks enjoying what we knew was magic. Thanks for this Jamel. Thank you.

@annetteallen6521

3 жыл бұрын

I'm 69 and it never gets old like Bach, Chopin etc

@larryrichards6106

3 жыл бұрын

Simply amazing back to when I was 20 yrs old seeing them in concert smoking the joint closing your eyes feeling and seeing it-- Lazer beam light shows!! Oh what a fucking great time to have been alive and experience this and this great band-- Jon Anderson rock on forever!!

@annetteallen6521

3 жыл бұрын

@@larryrichards6106 Yep. Music always brought balance no matter where I was or what I was doing. Nothing else compares.

@margo5919

3 жыл бұрын

Same! I’ve loved this song since 1977

@XManX102

3 жыл бұрын

Damn I wish I would have been alive when that came out...

Ok Jamel, imagine a kid in the 70's hearing this song for the first time, then imagine a 61 year old man watching a youngster listening to this song for the first time and taking that old man back to being a kid in the 70's. That is the power of music. By the way, my favorite part of this song is the Phantom of the Opera section. I almost fell on the floor when you made that comment.

@sosmra

3 жыл бұрын

You put into words exactly how I experienced this thank you sir!

@Jaegov

3 жыл бұрын

Yes (no pun), you explained exactly what I feel watching “aka” and I enjoy it with him completely. Jamel, sir, you are a time machine! The emotional journey I feel is cathartic for me. Next , when you can, check out the guitar solo on the cover they did of Simon and Garfunkel’s “America” another of many epic Yes

@darrengrebe2253

3 жыл бұрын

Same exact experience here. I couldn’t wait to see his reaction to The Organ. Jamel, you didn’t disappoint.

@neilgoldsmith5882

3 жыл бұрын

Jamal I 1st heard this in 1972. I was 12. This is a great masterpiece also my # 1. Play side 2. And you and I & Siberian Khatru.

@MaxWray111

3 жыл бұрын

This 64 year old man agrees with you. One other thing to imagine, seeing them perform it live. Without a doubt the best lineup the band had, and what an encore it was when I saw them.

One of the greatest albums in recorded music History!!!

@stigb56

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe the best, at least top 3

@user-fl1dj7hx5n

10 ай бұрын

Slam dunk ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

That church organ never fails to tug at my heart and fill my soul.

@jt2112able

3 жыл бұрын

Jamel's reaction to it is great

@ryewhiskeyfan5946

2 жыл бұрын

Rick Wakeman.

@fukpoeslaw3613

2 жыл бұрын

that's what a church organ was originally designed for Bach R. Wakeman

We need more people like Jamel in the world.

@emilymartinez6961

3 жыл бұрын

I totally second that!😜🤟

@tommyb123

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree with that 100%

@constancemacdonald335

3 жыл бұрын

😃💖

@constancemacdonald335

3 жыл бұрын

My big brother got me the Yes album with Close to the Edge on it for Christmas when I was 13. Epic stuff!

@jorgevillarreal1158

3 жыл бұрын

Hell yeah!👍🙋🏻‍♂️🕊

"How prog-rock do we want this song to be?" Yes: "Yes."

@VagabondTexan

3 жыл бұрын

"So you want to do a double album. Have you written the songs? "Yep. Four." "When are you writing the others?" "Eh...we're good."

@DaveAnchovies

3 жыл бұрын

dont really consider them overly proggy...cause i love them and generally am bored by egomaniac prog bands that remind me of Spinal Tap...i consider them fantastic with some missteps after this album.

@schmittelt

3 жыл бұрын

Quintessential.

@snimick

3 жыл бұрын

@@VagabondTexan Three on on one side...

@VagabondTexan

3 жыл бұрын

@@snimick Tales from Topographic Oceans. Four sides, four songs.

These multiple reaction videos to “Close to the Edge” have started something in a big way. Everyone is blown away by this masterpiece by YES circa 1972

Has to be one of the singular masterpieces of the modern age, a staggering astonishing composition and a towering achievement. Nice one Jamel you get it man, you really get it. Much love..

@jasonridge9165

2 жыл бұрын

Have you listened to our lord saviour Phish?

@bobsbigboy_

6 ай бұрын

lol@@jasonridge9165

YES came first. As Geddy Lee said...'there would be no Rush without YES'. This is my favorite track from YES.

@joelliebler5690

3 жыл бұрын

So true!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@dumcasta9327

3 жыл бұрын

rush is starcastle

@wolfpat

3 жыл бұрын

And there'd be no Chris Squire without John Entwistle.

@mgordon1100

3 жыл бұрын

That's funny that you said this. I was talking with a friend a couple of weeks ago, and told him that I didn't really care for Power Windows. I was going off of memory from when I heard it years ago, so I gave it another listen. My reaction was that they used too many synths on that one. I told him, "we already have Yes."

@JimiBurleigh

3 жыл бұрын

@@wolfpat Dirk's 2nd biggest influence behind Squire. Then there's James Jamerson who, along with Entwistle, Squire and now of course, Geddy himself, influenced everybody who would come after them.

Jamal got 384K people to listen to Close to the EDGE!! (More YES!!)

@TheJFerg24

3 жыл бұрын

That is truly fantastic.

@slperryjr

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the Church of Yes! Best concert I've ever gone to...in my 65 y.o. life!

@avelingbarford

3 жыл бұрын

A member from Yes should give him some appreciation and recognition!!

@corabella903

3 жыл бұрын

YES!!@Wow!!!!

This song makes me feel God's presence and brings tears to my eyes👍🙏😃

@billheineman472

10 ай бұрын

Written by Anderson and Howe ...I've have always remembered this take on the song from an interview with Jon ... he stated that the lyrics for the concluding verse were based on a dream he once had about the "passing on from this world to another.".. yet feeling so fantastic about it that death never frightened him ever since.

The opening to this song is such a Yes moment. It's essentially their entire discography drummed down to one moment of, _"We're going to do what we want. Maybe it'll work. Maybe it won't. Regardless, we're absolutely going to do it anyway."_ I love this band.

@billheineman472

10 ай бұрын

The song's tape loop introduction, a combination of keyboard and nature sounds, including flowing water and bird chirps recorded on a location of the river Thames, measured approximately 40 feet in length and took two days to record. Anderson was inspired to include the bird sounds, and the instrumental section in "I Get Up, I Get Down", from hearing Sonic Seasonings (1972), an electronic ambient album by Wendy Carlos. Anderson suggested starting with an improvised group jam, which the group saw as adventurous and is one of the reasons why the band comes in out of nowhere on the final take. What an amazing "sound drop"

Jamel is the audience that all musicians dream of- he's a receiver. He absorbs the sounds and allows it to freely flow through him unrestricted...and with a open mind. I love him, he is my favorite reaction channel.❤🎶

@garysmith4421

3 жыл бұрын

Mine too

@paolaoscarsson4710

3 жыл бұрын

👌❤️❤️❤️❤️

@Jim_in_TN

3 жыл бұрын

Love how he moved as if to stop and make a comment about 3 times before he did. Then the song took a different reaction and he just had to take that in first. That's how I was all those years ago. as soon as you were about to settle in to one part of the song it changed! Marvelous composing and musicianship and Jamel is great at taking it all in.

@annadavis9666

3 жыл бұрын

Mine too!

@Muckduckly

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly. A true conduit of culture.

I love seeing people who were not born at the time react to the music I grew up with.

@yvettemcbride9679

3 жыл бұрын

me too. I'm 64 and I've been going to Yes concerts since I was 17.

@belindascott6916

3 жыл бұрын

I've never heard of them. Didn't make it to Australia maybe

@simonealdrich5162

3 жыл бұрын

Me , also, we are so blessed 🙌 🙏

@DavidJones-lz4io

3 жыл бұрын

@@belindascott6916 They have been around for so long Belinda! You’ve probably forgotten, remembered and forgotten again in that time 🙂

@belindascott6916

3 жыл бұрын

@@DavidJones-lz4io yup I just Googled them and remember when Owner of a Lonely Heart came out. Genius

When I was a high schooler in the late nineties, I picked up this record from my dad’s collection and it changed my whole taste. I bought every Yes cd I could find. Everyone else was digging all the rap and rock and pop tunes of the time, but I was in a whole nother place. I just started listening to Yes, Vangelis, all kinds of stuff that no one else was turned on to. Still today I return to Yes periodically. So cool to see someone transported by this music for the first time.

Close to the edge as an album has to be one of greatest musical achievements of all time. Close to the edge as a song alone is a masterpiece on it's own. 3 songs on a record. Each brilliant. I was 7 years old when I heard this album when I was a little black boy and transformed what "I" thought Music was.

U have noooo idea how it makes this 63 yr old man feel knowing that a song of my youth from one of MY all time Favorite Bands can transcend Generations and Cultures to have this kind of Impact on YOU aka Jamal ! thankyou for making my DAY !!!

@allanrussack2844

3 жыл бұрын

I’m 69. This is one example of why us oldies are not that impressed by most of the new music we hear. Well, we were spoiled weren’t we?! and don’t they deserve the credit and appreciation and adulation of the whole world?

@avelingbarford

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, how lucky were we to grow up with these progressive rocks bands that were not interested in the Charts!!! Something incredible happened between 66 and 76

Jamel aka Jamal should be given a tv show on a major network, to educate the children on what music really means...

@jamesalt7433

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed.

@okieboy7065

3 жыл бұрын

nah, hes doin better here. nailing it.

@luckenpresseinfo5826

3 жыл бұрын

I love Jamal and his videos. BUT Never support TV shows. Better than here would be Rumble or Odysee. KZread is a part of division and deciding who gets to say what and when. A tool of evil

@larryrichards6106

3 жыл бұрын

You are right!!!

@DearPrudence19

3 жыл бұрын

Most definitely! 🙌💗

When YES was in Philly, the local stations would play the whole song

@martyschlindwein

3 жыл бұрын

Yes the late great Ed Sciacky. I’ll never forget Joh Anderson announcing their new tour and when he got to Philadelphia he said “Ah coming home to Philadelphia” got a big charge out of that.

@donnazasgoat2274

2 жыл бұрын

WMMR? WYSP?

Song? Song? Man, this is a masterpiece in four movements. It has key changes, time signature changes; harmonies; aural painting with words and sound scapes; it has a melodic bass; even the drumming it melodic and is infused with with colour. Off beats, on beats.. you name it.

@deking43

3 жыл бұрын

Back in the ways a bit, the put on public radio, space music. called Hearts of Space.

@deking43

3 жыл бұрын

This songs lyrics are so clear, in harmony with all

@brucefelger4015

3 жыл бұрын

The time between the notes relate the color to the scene

@solangecruz0

2 жыл бұрын

You are totally right in every word. I’m a keyboard player in a yes cover band and the Waksman’s solo is the most difficult part I’ve ever played

@donnazasgoat2274

2 жыл бұрын

I think of it as a deeply moving orchestral movement.

Never ceases to amaze me how in a space of say 10 years roughly between '65 to '75 there was an explosion of musical creativity and excellence that was above normal.....Yes, Genesis, Beatles, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, King Crimson, Queen, Bowie, Ten Years After, Grand Funk Railroad, Santana, Wishbone Ash, Supertramp, Steely Dan, Frank Zappa, The Doors, Nick Drake, Barclay james Harvest, Can, Camel, Tangerine Dream, Caravan, Camel, Gentle Giant, Creedance Clearwater Revival, Deep Purple, Uriah Heep, Nektar, ELP, The Nice, Spirit, Strawbs and last but not least Jethro Tull.

@keninboulder76

3 жыл бұрын

I've always thought that

@Anthony-nk4ky

3 жыл бұрын

If you expand that range a few years forward you can include Rush and Van Halen both bands worthy of “musical creativity and excellence that was above normal”

@rodneystumphf9296

3 жыл бұрын

Praise Gawd!

@JasonSmith-jr7jh

3 жыл бұрын

I was born in '65 & grew up through this magical musical tour where you heard something new & unbelievable every time you tuned in to an "Album Rock" station. It was, of course, too good to last. At least it's been preserved so that we can look back in wonder at an age that I remember but was too young to truly appreciate. As Steve Howe said regarding the freedom of music: "Bravo the 70's!"

@wignewton9419

3 жыл бұрын

Tull is NEVER least.

Ahh, the days when a band was full of seriously talented people who could write their own songs and were masters of their instruments. Extraordinary talent making extraordinary music. Glad you enjoy them, Jamel!

@JenX_1973

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I miss those days, also!

@BakaTheStruggler

3 жыл бұрын

Still a lot of amazing bands writing equally awesome epics today. If you're inclined for some much heavier but equally emotional and complex songwriting, check out Dream Theater, Opeth, Ne Obliviscaris, and Devin Townsend. Prog Metal is truly today what Prog Rock was back in the 70s.

@carolgarten-long7878

3 жыл бұрын

@@BakaTheStruggler love Dream Theatre.

@BakaTheStruggler

3 жыл бұрын

@@carolgarten-long7878 Awesome! I highly recommend the other bands I mentioned, although if you're not accustomed to growling vocals, I also highly recommend Haken, Circus Maximus, Andromeda, DGM, Threshold, and Symphony X (all bands inspired by and very similar to Dream Theater, though they definitely each come into their own and bring something new and different to the classic Prog Metal sound)

@worldwidebirthdaycelebrations

3 жыл бұрын

Pure Genius!

This is one of the greatest songs ever written and recorded -YES

I was raised on Motown & Stax BUT "Close To The Edge" is my Favourite album of all time... it is a "God" Moment.

@thesunlightcaller1548

2 жыл бұрын

Amen and Amen!

@locuacidadsindiluir1696

Жыл бұрын

¡¡STAX & MOTOWN!! Certainly, two of the best "TEACHERS" anyone could have. They, for sure, train your brain to appreciate Beauty, & also "Crafty-ness" The TEMPTATIONS SINGING alone, is more than enough, by itsef, to turn even a dumb donkey into a music connoisseur, ¡hahahaha!, ¿Right?

@9999bigb

Жыл бұрын

I wonder what Stevie or Marvin thought of this album...

Listening to Yes is like listening to Pink Floyd. Its not just Music, its an experience.

@MrOhmikey

3 жыл бұрын

This is in the same vein but not as spectacular a ride as The Floyd's Echoes on Meddle

@marymargaretmoore9034

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, Pink Floyd, Grateful Dead all make you feel...

@chellj8175

3 жыл бұрын

Agree totally!! It is purely euphoric!! Feeds the Dopamine center of the brain !!

@zigman8550

3 жыл бұрын

I would add Emerson Lake and Palmer to that.

@JoeMoss83

3 жыл бұрын

You need to check out Gong if you haven't already

Bruford, Wakeman, Howe, Squire, Anderson, all one-of-a-kind musicians and composers. They were the Mozarts of rock. Just magical genius.

@jogischulz2576

3 жыл бұрын

thats so well said, greetings from Berlin

@roymoore3156

3 жыл бұрын

So well characterized, you said what I couldn’t verbalize. The show I saw them perform was akin to something bigger than just a concert, it had that Mozart wild music feel...haaaaaa!!! It was really greatness on display. Thank you Lord for blessing me with the musical experiences I had!!!

@christopherdrzik6784

3 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking you have their reunion concert that PBS put out. I got the whole package.

@louisb5563

3 жыл бұрын

"Mozarts of rock", dude, that's genius! 👍

@scottrogers2995

3 жыл бұрын

Oozing with talent

This song carries a vibration that sunk into my heart like no other song. I'm more than happy you discovered this piece.

So, you can see that this music of this era was created to enhance a mental trip…with or without the assistance of a high. Such an era. I am 67 and still feel pure joy from the sheer magic of this music! Bravo for your open mind. You just experienced a positive trip :)

The way Rick Wakeman worked the keyboards you'd swear he had eight arms.

@jaydenn1680

3 жыл бұрын

You mean he didn't?

@dumcasta9327

3 жыл бұрын

it's not about hitting lots of notes ( other songs he ruins being too flowery) -this time he shows restraint and it serves the music well

@hannesw8436

3 жыл бұрын

@@dumcasta9327 Which songs are you thinking of?

@justaguy2365

3 жыл бұрын

Who knows what he had hidden under that shiny cape

@fmellish71

3 жыл бұрын

It gets to the point where the cape starts playing

Epic. And not the overused and casual word that everyone throws around nowadays. I mean for real EPIC. 🙌

@Lightmane

3 жыл бұрын

and an actual masterpiece; another word that is way overused, but totally applies here

I was a kid in elementary school when my teenaged brother came home with the first Yes album. I tell people it was the soundtrack of my childhood. I used to lay in bed trying to stay awake to listen as he played it in his room next door. It’s so great to see that people still appreciate their brilliance!

For the record, I watch this video almost every single day. Jamel's reaction is AWESOME!

The bassist for Yes was Chris Squire. May he rest in peace.

@zachedon2793

3 жыл бұрын

So glad I got to see him once. Greatest of all time man!

@rolandgirouard5914

3 жыл бұрын

One of the best ever bassists

@URAUNTSANDI

3 жыл бұрын

Greatly missed...

@mdwayne741

3 жыл бұрын

@@rolandgirouard5914 yes, indeed. Easily.

@adamturner8732

3 жыл бұрын

One of the best no question.

Who would ever think that Jamel would be a Dead Head AND a Yes-man!

@leesvideopage

3 жыл бұрын

When I was a kid dancing around the halls of deadhows and i'd see someone in a Yes shirt dancing and mouthing along with every word Jerry was singing, I l knew they were a special kind of magical soul!!

@scottbegonias313

3 жыл бұрын

Rocking a lava lamp ,stank facing through the whole Jam ✌️💫

@tylerhoule9234

3 жыл бұрын

We've gotta turn Jamel on to some more Phish.

@marktait2371

3 жыл бұрын

yeh s.s. thought same thing fan of good ol j. can understand why j.loves the groove of the dead friend of mine went to h.s with my older brother drumming since then mostly rb funk soul gospel for paying work always like the dead fror the bass and drum groove and yes for bill buford but j. never thought would be a yes man thought he would like roundabout or some of their other rocking songs

@aslobos

3 жыл бұрын

and RUSH, an awesome kick -as* band. 🎶🎶🎶🎼🎤🎤🎤

I’m my opinion this is the greatest most complete musical recording of the modern music age, it touches so many different styles , so well composed , never mind the incredible lyrics , it just leads you on a unequaled journey. Nothing else like it, full musical orgasm.

@finlybenyunes8385

Жыл бұрын

Eargasm!

To me YES will always be the greatest band of all time. The individual talent level of these musicians is off the charts. I started listening to classical music before any other genre as my grandfather was a conductor and my mother an opera singer. Of course I listened to and loved rock, but when I listened to YES is was life changing. Their music just envelopes you in a blanket of bliss and transforms you to a new plain. I know Steve Howe and Rick Wakeman were classically trained, not sure about the other band members, but they are all geniuses. Jon Anderson with his angelic vocals, Bill Bruford or Alan White's brilliance on the drums. Then you have Chris Squire who is arguably the best bass player ever and when you have someone of the stature of Geddy Lee who idolized Chris it speaks volumes of his talent. Their music will never get old and it's great to see someone like you who appreciates all genres start to get into YES. Thank you for bringing this music to a new generation and God Bless.

Jamel says that he doesn't consider himself a celebrity and never will. He has a great ear for music and always shows the artists the respect that they deserve. He is very entertaining and has an amazing sense of humor with more charm and charisma than any of our current modern day celebrities. He seems to have a good moral compass and is remarkably humble. I'm very comfortable with the idea of him being referred to as a social media influencer.

@taylorharvey7945

3 жыл бұрын

Jamel may not consider himself a celebrity, but that is not what makes a person a celebrity. He’s an amazing person for so many reasons and I’m a fan.

@richesofthepoor

3 жыл бұрын

Well said

@rayeckert242

3 жыл бұрын

Jamel simply Rocks...

@avelingbarford

3 жыл бұрын

Where do I sign?

@chellj8175

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree!!

Did you ever see Geddy Lee from Rush, playing with Yes, at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?!! You have to, if you haven't already!!

@danielmchenry1000

3 жыл бұрын

that was def a lifetime treat.

@ortizmo

3 жыл бұрын

Can't back this suggestion enough!!!!

@maxpower92

3 жыл бұрын

You ever see Chris Squire? He was in Yes first.

Dude, I could hear your heart beating after the song was over. This song never fails to send me on a journey too.

The great thing about this song is the more you listen to it, the more you get out of it. Just imagine how much you're gonna love after a few dozen more listens=)

Now flip the album and do And You And I. It’s right up there with this. Hell the whole album all 3 songs lol

@joelliebler5690

3 жыл бұрын

YES it is indeed!❤️☮️✌🏻🎹🎤🎸🎼

@BayouMaccabee

3 жыл бұрын

"Close to the Edge" is my favorite prog-rock song, and album, of all-time.

@FVD

3 жыл бұрын

Make it four with the bonus track 'America.' 😊👌

@charlieross-BRM

3 жыл бұрын

I can't remember when we didn't play the full album. Back when the format was LP I think it was more common for people to make more of a thing to play albums end to end without distractions. In the present circumstances I've got that kind of uninterrupted time to myself again.

@marbe3975

3 жыл бұрын

Now check out Genesis, “Wind and the Withering”, and “Seconds Out”. Also flip it over and Listen to “And You and I”, some other great Yes albums are “Tormato” and “Parallels” Also check out Rush’s “La Villa Strangiato” it’s a pure jam with heavy progression and Jazz. For an amazing feel good jam band, Check out Twiddle! When it Rains it Pours is a good song to start your day right! Cheers! Loved watching you enjoy one of my favorite albums!

"That bass line~" you say. The one and only Chris Squire, one of rock's greatest bass players. May he rest in peace.

@barbadosslimful

3 жыл бұрын

To tack on to this comment, Chris made a really great solo album "Fish out of Water". He has a really good unique voice which showcases in the bridge of Close to the Edge - i highly recommend 'Lucky Seven' or 'Hold out Your Hand'

@dimcguy

3 жыл бұрын

@@barbadosslimful Thanks for that! I didn’t know. 🙏

@allanrussack2844

3 жыл бұрын

Funny story. I have a Scottish professional bassist friend from Glasgow named Jimmi who lives in the Philippines. On our first meeting I said I loved Jack Bruce. Jim said in a broad Scottish accent “Ah, Jack Bruce, he’s not that good”! Well, after hearing Chris Squire it opened up my ears to a new level.

@kevinlandess3656

3 жыл бұрын

This is the group that inspired Rush that say's it all

@aldito7586

3 жыл бұрын

I had his poster on my wall when I was a kid !!! - He was beyond !!!

Nothing beats Jon Anderson’s ethereal vocals and Rick Wakeman’s wizardry on the keyboard!

Listening to this song along with Jamel was like listening to it for the first time. His sense of wonder and amazement was truly contagious.

After the piece was over you had that "I need a cigarette" look.

@fmellish71

3 жыл бұрын

and to think there's a b-side to the record

@MissAstorDancer

3 жыл бұрын

@@fmellish71 And what a stunning B-side it is!!!

@BayouMaccabee

3 жыл бұрын

@@MissAstorDancer Indeed!

@ChrisdeHaan

3 жыл бұрын

@@MissAstorDancer 100%

@wolfhart1444

3 жыл бұрын

I have never seen him so blissed out

First of all I like your reactions. I just got to say I'm 66 year old African American. The song you are playing I remember when they came out and I enjoy them. But back then when I was listening to this music my people couldn't understand why I liked them.

@lisaknox4257

3 жыл бұрын

You are the same age that my late brother was. I am 13 years younger and all that I know about my favorite music era, the 70's, came from me listening to his music. He was the only "classic" rock fan in the family- until me. He would have me memorize songs and then sing with them when they played on the radio. I'm 54 and when people, Black and White, ask me how I know "that" music, I tell them about my brother.

@klw11jlw00

3 жыл бұрын

What were some of your other favorites?

@lisaspikes4291

3 жыл бұрын

Music is open to all races! It’s what can bring us all together! You should watch the twins. Two very cute young guys that had a very limited scope of music as children. Now they review songs from all different genres, and it’s so cool to see them get excited about music I grew up with! Check them out, if you haven’t already.

@justthinking526

3 жыл бұрын

@@lisaknox4257 I love that your brother gave you that.

Your reaction is virtually identical to mine, the first time I listened to this masterpiece back in the 70s when it first came out. And I still react this way today even though I’ve listened to it a thousand times or so. In my humble opinion, “CloseTo The Edge” by Yes is the greatest Prog Rock song of all time.

Close to the Edge is one of the greatest albums ever recorded. I first heard it when it was released fifty years ago. It still effects me to this day. I am glad you enjoyed it!!

"18 minutes- we need 36!" Spoken like a true OG prog rocker!

As a veteran of attending nearly 50 concerts during the 70's and 80's, seeing Close to Edge performed live in 1977 was 20 minutes that I will never forget. Steve Howe is my favorite guitarist of all time and vastly underrated.

@thoughtworkmedia1247

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely not underrated though, he has more fan sights on the internet than any other guitarist in the world.

@lindawilliams2211

3 жыл бұрын

I never got to see them. Wasn't it great going to all those concerts. Of course their shows were alot cheaper than today, lol.

@barefoot191

3 жыл бұрын

@@lindawilliams2211 Yes it was Linda. My first concert was Lynyrd Skynyrd in 1975 and it cost $5.00. My third was Led Zeppelin in 1977 and ticket face value was $7.50 but the 4 shows sold out in 2 hours and I paid $15.00 to a scalper. My last was the Eagles in 2004 and the ticket cost $180.00. Take care.

@raysteer5716

3 жыл бұрын

When I seen YES do the " close to the edge" tour in Australia, it started in complete darkness and just as the birds were beginning this incredible light show began like a swarm was flying inside the Pavilion.... mindboggling.

@Corn_Pone_Flicks

3 жыл бұрын

@@thoughtworkmedia1247 Yes, people really need to stop this flagrant overuse of the word "underrated" when what they actually mean is "less famous." I've never heard anyone suggest Steve Howe was anything less than brilliant, all the more impressive by the fact that he was self-taught.

It makes me so happy to see you find these GREAT tunes! Happy that you get to enjoy more of the absolute greatness in this life. Your reactions always bring joy, but seeing your joy is why. Much love bro!

My sister and I blasted this on the way to grandma's funeral - we don't see each other often these years and this was the music we grew up on - mommy and daddy were hippies lol. I'm 62 and completely hooked on watching young people get blown away by the music that has brought us old folk to tears and laughter for decades on end. (Yes came before Rush lol) Much love and respect sir.

You didn’t want it to end You flip the side and take in “And You and I”.

@rarebond7250

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely...that is the obvious conclusion...why skip dessert?

@skepticalsinik2412

3 жыл бұрын

Suuuuch a great song. Such a wonderful album.

@kookoothebirdgirl1

3 жыл бұрын

And THEN Siberian Khatru...the espresso after desert.

@rarebond7250

3 жыл бұрын

@@kookoothebirdgirl1 sure do like the way your mine works😁

@kookoothebirdgirl1

3 жыл бұрын

@@rarebond7250 Thanks! fantastic music and great food are two of my favorite things in life!

Jamal I'm sitting here listening to this for the first time with you brother.

@parisbrat

3 жыл бұрын

What did you think?

@Homeinmygardenwithmydog

3 жыл бұрын

Me too. Never heard this before. Right off, first impression? Meh. Sorry. Not my favorite. I was never into them and I thought, based on Jamel’s reaction, this might change that. It didn’t. Bummer.😕

I was 16 when my boyfriend gave me the album this song was featured on. (around 1977) I loved that album !! We were married at the end of the year ! I was 16 & he was 21. 😍 Thanks Jamal !! 😉🙋🏻‍♀️🥀

This song is special. There is just so much going on. This is what happens when you have 5 great musicians at the top of their game! Glad you enjoyed!

"The Yes Album", "Fragile" and "Close To The Edge". Three of the greatest progressive rock albums of all time...all in a row by the same group. Incredible!

@jimquicksilver442

3 жыл бұрын

You are mostly correct, but I would put Relayer in the mix as well.

@kaiwetronic

3 жыл бұрын

'Don't you... Forget about 'Tales'... Don't, don't, don't, doon't...!'

@genecase9464

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry but I haven't been able to enjoy Tales...or Relayer as much as the other three I mentioned. In fact, South Side Of The Sky never was one of my favorites either. Maybe I need to give them all another listen. I must be be missing something based on everyone one else's opinions. I will add Going For The One to the list. Another perfect Yes album.

@jazzpunk

3 жыл бұрын

@@jimquicksilver442 Definitely!

@kaiwetronic

3 жыл бұрын

'Tales' was their biggest efford at the time: double album with one song for side... all them epic, like 'Close to the Edge'... The third song starting is a little experimental and bizarre, even for Yes level, but from the middle til the end you'll find Howe's best classic guitar work.... Enjoy...!!

This is one of the bands that influenced Rush. Should speak volumes for the caliber of work they produce.

@humandroid53

3 жыл бұрын

Rush aren't close to YES.

@pbandjello5746

3 жыл бұрын

@@humandroid53 maybe not comparable, but rush will forever go down as one of the many greatest bands of all time

@humandroid53

3 жыл бұрын

@@pbandjello5746 I think Rush were great musicians that produced average music. YES we're great musicians that produced exceptional music for a time (1971 to 1973), then not so much.

@davidneiner2133

2 жыл бұрын

@@humandroid53 come on Doug really?

@loriolson1143

2 жыл бұрын

Rush sucks

I've seen them perform this song live, a long time ago, and it sounded just as great. Allways been one of my favorite bands, love it 😉

The single greatest reaction from any reactor on KZread. Talk about feeling the music, it almost seemed like a religious experience. Awesome.

It is too bad one can only hear this song once for the first time...

@geoffmerrill164

3 жыл бұрын

Like they say in dance, sometimes, 'Every time for the first time.'

@Fritha71

3 жыл бұрын

But we all remember very well the first time we heard it! 😃

@1edarnold

3 жыл бұрын

@@Fritha71 for me it was the version on Yessongs. I still prefer it live

@terywetherlow5980

3 жыл бұрын

Hubert this is first time listening.....i am 65. Not my cup of tea.....round about ok this. Gahhhhh

@HubertHuijbregts

3 жыл бұрын

@@terywetherlow5980 I understand how the first 3 minutes of mayhem can be a bit too much for a lot of people.

I would lose myself in the Yes masterpiece YOU AND I

@scottarnest8980

3 жыл бұрын

My favorite Yes song!

@joelliebler5690

3 жыл бұрын

It is And You And I. I think of my wife who died almost twenty years ago when I listen to that song.It is one of my all time favorite songs!

@joeday4293

3 жыл бұрын

Three tracks on this album, all masterpieces. "Siberian Khatru" is a gem as well.

@jrsimpkin

3 жыл бұрын

@@joeday4293 Siberian Khatru, IMO, benefits from modern musical technology. Live recordings of it from the late 90s and 2000s are just flat out incredible. I saw them in 2002 and they opened with it (they also played CTTE later in the show)

@maryannturton9830

3 жыл бұрын

I get lost in it EVERY time I listen!🎙🎹🎸🥁

Part of what makes this record so perfect is that Wakeman arranged all the material the band was writing. This song in particular is in sonata-allegro form with clever development and recapitulation of earlier themes wrapping it into a coherent and unified whole.

@ChrisIn2010

Жыл бұрын

This is something I’ve never come across, any chance you know where you read that?

@AVB91

Жыл бұрын

That was the importance of Rick Wakeman to the band.

I used to see them in concert and would tell myself they are not as good as I remembered and the would proceed to blow me away. They were astonishing live. Incredibly inspiring each time. Glad you like them.

One of the monuments of prog rock. Chris and Bruford were just an epic rhythm section.

@plantfeeder6677

3 жыл бұрын

Saw this lineup without BB. Alan White is no slouch but there is only one Bill Bruford. RIP Chris Squire

This makes my heart happy. I remember getting friends to actually sit and listen to this in 1972. Watching their faces taking it in with total amazement as each chapter unfolds. Here’s J almost 50 years later!!! It’s the same reaction. This song just takes you to a different place then you’ve ever been before.

@RabbiSteve

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly! This was the same experience I had. I think a lot of us had this back in 1972. And yes; this is the same reaction! It’s like going back in time! Or bringing that time here now! *Sooo* good!

@baileyride

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly!

@davidduxbury7530

3 жыл бұрын

Same here...

@margheritahooi1266

3 жыл бұрын

I'm a teenager again. Bliss. I've still got my oversized stereo headphones.

@timdyer5326

3 жыл бұрын

I was born in 1972. So glad to hear this music.

I just discovered that I have a new addiction... I absolutely love watching people experience my favorite songs/artists for the first time. Glad you loved it, man!

I never heard this one. But back in the day I remember "I've Seen All Good People" by Yes. THAT ONE I REALLY LIKED. Their voices/ harmonies are so crisp, that when I heard "Close to the Edge" I remembered them. Crazy talented musicians.

Chris squire - RIP - him whacking that Rickenbacker bass and choir boy harmonies - a true gent . Whole band ace

Yes came first. Chris Squire was one of Geddy Lee’s inspiration.

@steveanderson6180

3 жыл бұрын

And Geddy played on stage with them when Yes was finally inducted in the R&R HOF.

@randyeorr

3 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/pmVhsNWnnLPJZZc.html

My brother introduced me to this album. This song is a big part of my younger teenage years. My brother has passed but I think about him when I listen to it. Glad you enjoyed it.

Wow The Greatest Song you've ever heard? Omg what a compliment. I've always felt the same way. The first time that I heard Yessongs I was a child in the 70s and I fell in love with Yes. I've seen them live dozens of times over the years. Love them and Rush. You also mentioned a couple other songs which are way up there too. Glad you have discovered something Great!!!!

Let us not forget the production talents of Eddie Offord that brought this masterpiece to life.

@godbluffvdgg

3 жыл бұрын

That's why so many of the greatest Prog groups give him such revere. "Are You Ready Eddie"...ala ELP...:)...Just like Alan Parsons and his work with Pink Floyd et al.

@christopherdrzik6784

3 жыл бұрын

I don't know this man's work by just his name but he did an excellent job.

Please experience "And You and I" from the same album, "Close to the Edge"

@TheCornishCockney

3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful track and always takes me straight back to when it was released,i was 18 at the time,and along with Genesis,was never off my turntable. Damn i miss those glorious days.

@IlliterateBreadsTV

3 жыл бұрын

I also like Siberian Khatrau from the same album.

@sreilly

3 жыл бұрын

@@IlliterateBreadsTV AWESOME song!

@2cats4aLeo

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, yes, yes!!! I love 'And You and I' soooo much. The entire album is amazing!

@Cool7Songs

3 жыл бұрын

My favorite song on the LP

It was so beautiful back then. The music set you free. Yes, Kansas, Boston, Journey, etc...best music time imo

I envy you for being able to hear this for the first time. This is one of the greatest albums of all time and knowing what’s coming next in the song and waiting to see your reaction is priceless. But the whole album is great, you should flip over the “album” and listen to the rest of it.

Jamel is the only "reactor" I watch regularly. Most of them try way too hard to be "amazed and "astounded". Jamel seems much more natural.

@debbymoody7697

3 жыл бұрын

He's genuine and genuinely interested and interesting.

@rom65536

3 жыл бұрын

Jamel and Lost in Vegas - the only two that matter.

@sellinggamesinsd8186

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly why I watch Jamel more than most.

@chellj8175

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. Jamal gets it !! He has a great ear!!

@JoeMoss83

3 жыл бұрын

He has a genuine sensibility for music that is not limited to any genre. I really respect his musical curiosity and ability to appreciate true art.

"I crucified my hate and held the world within my hands." Amazing words.

@yvettemcbride9679

3 жыл бұрын

Totally amazing 👍🏾

@kozzmosis3755

3 жыл бұрын

Mush love

I’m 65 (recently) - I bought this album when it came out. Your reaction has made me cry - cry buckets - to know that music can mean so much when it is given a chance, even after all these years, says so much about the talent and experimentation that took place back then. Thank you SO much for sharing your joy and for enjoying a masterpiece that has given me joy for so long. Love is all xx

LOVE YOUR VIDEOS - and your honest, sincere reactions!! Was very happy to see you admit this being #1 out of all that you've heard!

I have to say Jamal; that was the greatest, most honest, soul baring reaction, I've ever seen or heard. I listened to this Album when it first came out and I had my headphones on. When this song was finished, I remember that I had the same you-know-what grin on My face, then I touched my face and couldn't believe I'd been crying. I was almost 16 years old. As you described, it was spiritual, it was ethereal, it was surrealistic, it was a way for someone to finally describe to me, what color is our Universe. It erased so much pettiness and unnecessary clutter, that was my mind at that time. It was the greatest, "slap in the face". I was so lucky to have an epiphany at such a perfect age. I remember this moment so well because it took anger and hatred for my life, my family, circumstances, so much, just removed it. I knew or felt, there were a lot of issues bigger than mine. It was as if my whole-being had been overhauled. It made me see a bigger picture of our World of our Universe; and it was bigger than me and ALL of us and would take care of me and give my short existence, some reason or purpose. Simply put; it gave me PEACE. I've watched so many of your reactions Jamal, but I have to say that today was the FIRST TIME, I have truly seen , as when one removes a rubber glove, it's still the mirror image, yet it's opposite and completely different. I saw that part of you my Friend. It once again gave me Hope. Hope for our World and our Universe and how we are so blessed to have been given this Gift of Life, Love and Friendship, though fraught with uncertainty and each heartbeat a reminder of another breath gone. You are one of the new prophets of today and you touched me with your honesty: I will treasure this moment as a memory to share, and when next, I see you again, it will be this Jamal, I will see. Shouldn't you get paid for this kind of therapy? 🤔🍀

it's ALWAYS GREAT to see someone agree with me especially when I first heard them 50 years ago!..re-establishes my faith in humanity..

Thank you for introducing me to this song! Going on my “floating in the pool” play list!

It's like going to church naked in outer space and dancing with the gods.

@stephenurrutia2367

3 жыл бұрын

That's great, Gene, I love that!!! And You and I.

@jasonshort1437

3 жыл бұрын

IT'S TOTALLY LIKE THAT

@fukawininetynine5999

3 жыл бұрын

Haven’t we all been THERE!

@avelingbarford

3 жыл бұрын

Steady, Gene, put your clothes back on before you get arrested.

@seanc.5310

3 жыл бұрын

@@fukawininetynine5999 💯

Having been to Yes concerts during the late seventies, they were the only band that sounded better live in concert than from a studio album.

@arnieperez49

3 жыл бұрын

That is so true. I saw in 79, and then again many times in the following decades.

@FireflyMALcontent

3 жыл бұрын

I just said something similar to this. I think I saw YES 3 times and each time I was blown away at how precise, perfect, amazing they were. Masters for sure

@jerrie2u

3 жыл бұрын

#JEALOUS

@ldm10385

3 жыл бұрын

I saw them for the first time in '72 when they released Fragile. There was classical music playing in the venue for about 10 minutes then the light went down and the curtains parted and Yes was on stage playing the classical music we were listening too...mind blown. Then Jon Anderson talked about how their latest album would be released in the States in a few weeks. It was Fragile and they proceeded to play the entire album cut for cut! They truly are better in person than on recorded media as you can watch them react to each other as they are playing. What a band! What a concert!

@jerrie2u

3 жыл бұрын

@@ldm10385 Went right for the jugular...I'm so depressed right now! 😥

Hello Jamal 👋🏼🥰♥️. Yes is my favorite favorite FAVORITE band of all time. Truly. …..and this musical masterpiece right here.. is 1000 percent the most brilliant piece of music I’ve ever heard as well. I happen to come across your channel this early morning on March 16th 2024. I don’t know if you’ll ever see my message here.. but if you do.. Thank you 🙏🏼. Thank you for the best reaction to this genius piece by the best 5 musicians! Brilliance! I’ve subscribed to you. Hoping you will continue on the Yes journey. Sending you much much love❤️❤️♥️🥰

Watching you react to this, listening for the first time, I remember myself as a 12 year old (I was born in 1966) dropping my jaw just like you are. And I still do. A great great great song and amazingly talented band. Congratulations. Might I now suggest And You And I from the same album. A yes love song that doesn’t use the word “love” a single time in the ten minutes it take to get through one of the most beautiful songs of all time.

Sooo many of my generation got toasted and listened to this in dorm rooms. Glad you enjoyed it!

@James-wb1uy

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. College - everybody was playing this in the dorm rooms. Awesome memories. Cheers!

@stevebrown8368

3 жыл бұрын

I second

@maryellenazack4466

3 жыл бұрын

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

@maryellenazack4466

3 жыл бұрын

Music like this is mesmerizing!❤❤❤❤

I shook the hand that played the bass on this, I can truly say a few atoms of music genius rubbed off on me.

After the journey that this song takes you on at the very end you are in such a euphoric high you feel as if the meaning of life has just been revealed to you. The expression on ones face is the same for everyone that ever properly listens to it. In a darkened room somewhere, on earth, right now somebody will be listening to this song for the first time. ✌️

I have literally not listened to this song in decades. I was an absolute Yes fanatic when I was younger. To me, they were the definition of Progressive Rock. Now, many years later, having been a funk/jazz/R&B bass player forever, I'm hearing this with different ears. Thanks for the reaction, dude!

I would like to remind you that you've only reacted to one Peter Gabriel era Genesis song and was blown away by it, so I would recommend more of them. "The Musical Box," "The Knife," "Dancing with the Moonlit Knight," or just go all in with "Supper's Ready."

@fmellish71

3 жыл бұрын

but for real though, it warms my heart to see that you said this was the best song you've ever heard. i personally love genesis more, but i'm moved. much love!

@warrenh

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking of Supper's Ready too! Another great prog mega-epic!

@lightofday.dayofdarkness

3 жыл бұрын

Supper's Ready for sure, for sure

@brian1nola

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, Supper's Ready is a real trip. One of the few songs that can rival Close to the Edge for Epicness.

@brian1nola

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, all those are great, Musical Box, Dancing Out with the Moonlight Knight, Supper's Ready.The Knife, Cinema Show. The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway, The Carpet Crawlers, Back in NYC, I Know What I Like (In your Wardrobe)

Wish you could have seen this live. It's been my privilege to do so and believe me when I tell you, at the end of a Yes concert, the crowd floats out of the arena.

You're a cool dude, and I can honestly say that YES is my all time favorite band. I've seen them many times in concert 🌴🌴

Something about this piece: it's timeless and crosses dimensions somehow. Takes you on a journey through time, space, and MORE! Thank you Jamel for making me hear it again after nearly 50 years!!!!