4 Blood, Sweat & Tears songs, David Clayton-Thomas Live

[@bustabass9025]

Great vocalist. I always felt that he and Terry Kath had the same perfect timbre voices, for fronting those forerunner, dynamic, horn bands. What would the late 60s and 70s have been without these guys? Memories for a lifetime, and forever grateful for what they gave. Musically at least, the world is a much better place because of them and their music.

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

Yes. And Blood, Sweat & Tears and Chicago have another link, the producer James William Guercio. Guercio produced Chicago's first 11 albums and produced BS&T from their 2nd album on until, well, I'm not sure how long he went on with BS&T.

[@bustabass9025]

@@paulvsislamonazism9534 Didn't know that. I knew about his early connection with Chicago, but the BS&T relationship escaped me. However, it certainly explains a lot about the proliferation of horn band music coming out during that time, as far as what those two pioneering ensembles were doing. As an old trombone player in high school during the 60s, I was glad to see my instrument since third grade get some rock music love.

[@jaimesolorza4186]

Great observation

[@austinteutsch]

Excellent analysis. I hear that in both voices, Terry and David.

[@kommonsense4508]

BS&T and Chicago are too different worlds, but Perfect Output, that is absolutelly true.

[@jeffspicolli593]

I saw Mr Clayton-Thomas perform about 15 years ago at The Casino Rama in Orillia Ontario. I'll never forget the night, he is the consummate entertainer.

[@Armafly]

The first time I listened to the BS&T I was just an adolescent. At 65 I still like a lot this band and the formidable singer.

[@karlschwaber9568]

My generation had so much musical talent. Maybe sooner or later one generation will one up ours, but I highly doubt it.

[@MariaPerez-pl9tc]

WOW!!...Just brought good memories of my youth listening to David Clayton-Thomas, dancing and singing with my hubby in 1969 and still we do nowadays.......By the way the Apollo astronauts, listened to his songs going to the Moon in 1969 ...How about that!!

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

Check out my other upload. As short as it is, it's DCT back in the day.

[@maccesandholm]

Bless you

[@გორგასლანი]

One of the best voice in Rock history!!!!!..

[@robinsnest4306]

Him and Burton Cummings from the Guess who! There is a KZbin video you can pull up on the life of Burton Cummings and I recommend it! It’s very good! He’s from Canada and it gives his life story really great!

[@carlosmorici]

Its realy!!!l

[@margodonnelly8546]

@@robinsnest4306 we are in complete agreement

[@Versul1]

Chicago was rock with brass, BS&T were jazz & pop often with a western style.

[@donna3465]

ABSOLUTELY!!!

[@josephcottone8776]

Not Just A Great Band And Singer But A Beautiful Person. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

[@patsaccaro9203]

how do you know?

[@MrMjp58]

One of the greatest rock singers ever IMO.

[@brettallison5753]

He still has it.

[@shawnbruce6934]

I Love It!!

[@mayrafuenmayor3602]

De las mejores Bandas de todos los tiempos❤ Como Latina que soy qué emoción verlo decir "Salsa" y verlo bailar por unos segundos. Yo ❤ a Sangre, Sudor y Lágrimas. Gracias por traerme aqui!❤✨️💕💯

[@DDaavviiddeeoo]

What a voice. I'm 69 now but wore out that BS&T LP when I was 16.

[@elenajon001]

He has a certain timbre in his voice, there's nobody else like it not even close, wonderful

[@MillerGenuineDraft1980]

You are correct!! Roger Troy of the band Jellyroll comes close. Jellyroll self titled 1970

[@davidholiday4494]

I agree totally with you. I am sitting in a cold, rainy London and for some reason he popped into my mind. I had all of those records in the 60's and 70's and listened to them a great deal. Then - nothing for years but he does come back to me from time to time and I realise he's a great singer.

[@stanleymasterson1135]

Wrong, the singer from the Ides of March sounds exactly like him, and most people who hear "Vehicle" think it's Blood Sweat and Tears

[@elenajon001]

@@stanleymasterson1135 To your ears

[@stanleymasterson1135]

@@elenajon001 No, to everyone without compromised hearing. I'm old enough to remember the 70's when ENDLESS people would say, "Did you hear that great song from BST?"... only to then find out it wasn't them. There was only radio at the time, so there was no way to know who was singing it, since most DJs did not announce every song they played. If you listen to the studio version of Vehicle even today, right away anyone would think it's BST

[@philc.9280]

What a wonderful stroll down memory lane. Haven't heard this song in years and great to see David singing again. Hasn't lost a beat.

[@AZ-vt7dt]

Man owns the stage when he's on it.

[@MusicDementia]

Thank you KZbin please don't ever take this away.

[@MarshallMathersV-k3j]

at 48 years old, when I was just coming into my musical own, this was already legendary. this is pure passion!

[@scoutrifle6827]

The man could sing at a point when many folks can't; powerful, moving voice.

[@linesinthesand97]

Amazing that his voice still hadn't lost the mustard by this point in his career. Excellent performance!

[@RobertNesterMarley]

most singers these days cannot touch this guy, he is still Class above the rest. he is in the Tom Jones era. Love his music death.

[@mikeboston421]

@@RobertNesterMarley hope you meant depth?

[@hartleycwhite]

One of the best voices in music and certainly the best voice of Blood, Sweat, and Tears. Also a decent composer (Spinning Wheel). Thanks for the video.

[@rickyrydell]

Damn .. He's sounds better than ever!

[@Thundergod-]

You're right, DC is an ageless wonder....

[@dianagerding8541]

I was amazed!! So many of our 70’s singers that are still singing sound a bit different then they did when they ( and us) were so much younger!! He still sounds the same❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Thundergod-]

@@dianagerding8541 The cat has pipes that won't wear out. His range may not be what it was but the guy can still belt them out and he's pushing 80....

[@rickb1408]

DCT always had such a great, great soulful voice, but now here is he at 40+ years later and he sounds, how can I say, as damn GREAT as ever. What an amazing gift he has been to all of us.

[@donna3465]

He does. It’s incredible.

[@aturogs1954]

One very unique voice of music. Never lost quality since I first heard him on the radio in the 60's. This is the voice of Blood, Sweat And Tears. Nothing else compares.

[@rickbullock4331]

What a voice. I always thought Mr. Thomas could sing circles around many of the other vocalists. 👍👍

[@josephpetrizzo3524]

This man is magnificent and can sing his ass off, B.S.T. forever #1 in my book. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@williamjc7195]

when music had meaning and was ENJOYABLE!

[@mandyb0725]

Amen to that.

[@robinsnest4306]

Amen!

[@shawnbruce6934]

Absolutely!!

[@stucknda60s]

Laura Nyro wrote some amazing songs, and this (And When I Die) is one of them!

[@roybertalotto6355]

My Lord...He's still got it! Amazing voice....Like no other before or since!

[@sanmaran1]

Thank you David Clayton Thomas for all the great music.

[@jimmycoscia2539]

Man that voice! What a gift

[@BruceBromley]

How can you not like someone that smiles so much having fun and voice has got better with age! AMazing performance

[@msmith53]

Wow, thanks for posting! When pop music had some quality and required talent to perform, no cheap light tricks or dance moves to hold attention, just PURE talent! No Nonsense!

[@bobnrainy]

76 and prabably the greatest rock/jazz/R&B voice in history...WOW!...Looking and sounding great!

[@bobnrainy]

Whoops, he was 65 here....

[@gordonames1892]

HE LOOKS GOOD FOR 76 YEARS OLD!! THAT VOICE IS STILL GREAT!!!

[@geekay1349]

A great song by a great singer.

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

I posted this and I didn't know. Thanks for telling me. I'm sure I can't do anything about it though. I suspect it's either YT doing that or it gets struck as (of course) I don't have the rights to it. It's still bad though, I mean, it isn't even very long.

[@michaelscott7462]

Hats off to the band. And David, I salute you. My memories remain warm.

[@shawnbruce6934]

Me Too!

[@stepheneckroth8416]

This brings me a ton of great memories. Blood Sweat and Tears were a big influence in my young musical career.

[@rjklein3695]

Fantastic...been listening to him for over 50 yrs

[@db5837]

I saw BS&T in Sydney, Australia in the 70s. A great concert and his voice has not changed from that time to this performance.

[@billhart9832]

A spiritual restoration through music! 24 minutes from the incomparable David Clayton-Thomas, from 2006, at the age of 65, and the pinnacle of his considerable prowess. This is a spellbinding performance that will lift everyone's spirits as few others can. What a presence!

[@arlosailor5099]

One of the great voices of popular music

[@alenelevin1757]

I'm 67. When I was young I played you made me happy so many times. I still cry when I hear it.

[@curiousnomad]

The quality of this band is evidence of David Clayton -Thomas’s own quality and professionalism. He knew how to pick an incredible band and it’s necessity to play this music.

[@michaelharrison1425]

Actually, the band picked him after Al Kooper left. Brilliant choice on their part.

[@krisone5253]

I have shed my Blood, Sweat, and Tears in this life of mine. Beautiful work of songs by this band. I wanna thank you!!!

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

Thanks. I hear no songs of this quality, performed as well, anywhere today.

[@jthoen61]

These songs take me back. I was a kid and the band really impacted me. David sounds great all these years later.

[@donpaladino]

He sounds every bit as good here as he did all those decades ago. I'm experiencing actual joy watching this.

[@sjm5482]

Underappreciated vocalist, unique and full of soul.

[@MrSlikvee]

Im so glad I found this! I have loved BS&T for decades. What a very pleasant surprise to see DCT sounding like his self and looking like a million bux.

[@myoneblackfriend3151]

There is a lot of power in his voice. He is smiling at his audience.

[@markcromer5792]

HE'S STILL GOT IT!!

[@mandyb0725]

Yes he does!♥️

[@DejaView]

When he started into "God Bless the Child" it was sheer goosebumps! Having owned the original album since it was released I find this absolutely amazing... His voice is exactly the same & the overall performance & recording even better... It's like I finally got to hear BS&T live. He's right there singing in your ear! And to think this was 38 yrs after the debut, and after all those years hr still looks like he loves doing it... Wowza!!!

[@jocknarn3225]

Fantastic voice & on-stage personality .. what this world needs more of✊

[@mariepetty6759]

I'm almost 69 (Wow!), and I always go back to the classics for the best music in the world! Born again Christian and know that the LORD will dance with us in the hereafter to Blood Sweat, and Tears! Love you guys!

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

I like it, Marie!

[@andriesscheper2022]

There isn't much music in the bible, and I doubt there will be pop or rock in heaven, or any jazz. Enjoy your eternal afterlife. Ashes to ashes, dust to dust.

[@danielwarpaint1963]

Foolish nonsensical banter.​@@andriesscheper2022

[@robertmog4336]

Met him live in the 80's after a concert, and he and that magnificent voice have aged even better since then. What soul, and how about that magnificent surprise choir at the end? I don't think I've ever seen a singer more joyful than in this concert.

[@kennethellison9713]

This is THE quintessential arrangement of God Bless The Child. It wasn't until years after I'd been enjoying this song that I got into jazz and discovered that it's a jazz standard. To this day it still holds up.

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

Yes, I agree. BS&T's fabulous arrangement with fabulous personnel make it the best version for me too.

[@DejaView]

I commented on this before & I'm back here listening again.... I just can't believe how good this is! Don't believe I've ever heard any band sound this good doing some of their original material this many years later. It's as fresh & new as the day they first recorded it!!

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

Well, you know what? It isn't actually as good as the original recordings. But it's good not to know that, which I'm sure most viewers don't.

[@funkman0811]

David Clayton Thomas Is undoubtedly A Great Pioneer in Unifying JAZZ and Rock especially in a vocal Range that's Breathtaking

[@1Rotorwing]

I lived in back of the ballfield in Las Vagas not long ago.... They had him a lot for shows......When I came home the first time from V-Nam I was in the 1st Cav.....I couldnt sleep so I use to go out and sit in my car and listen to BST on my 8-Track.....stoned........ an fall asleep.......I carried that 8-track tape all over South East Aisa .....I got shot....but.... "And when I die" 73 now, an these songs still remind me of some of the best times and best friends I ever had.......

[@MrCgon3188]

What a voice. A true blessing.

[@susiepittman601]

A voice from my childhood.

[@connieteff3838]

David Clayton Thomas, you still got it. I love your voice!!!

[@paulettemackenzie-dubuc6927]

Great band great choir great songs great voice. Beautiful!

[@beatlebazza]

Still has it after these years. Wonderful voice and a great band to support him

[@kellymatlak8680]

Amazing! My dad who died in 1995 used to play this when I was growing up! It makes me feel like he is around me when I listen to this! Love Blood Sweat and Tears! Nothing comes close to them!

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

So true, Kelly. I think it's their vision and virtuosity, treading untrodden ground. The band Chicago on their first, and next 2 albums, are the only other thing I've ever found that comes close.

[@EuphroseneLabon]

Fabulous voice.

[@robertmiller3910]

This was a fantastic performance.

[@billymartin866]

Great concert, this Man's music is legendary. Thanks David, you got us through the Vietnam war in the late 60's and 70's...you made combat much easier to fight. You are the man, my brother.

[@tedfurlo2268]

Any wonder why this is so great now? Timeless, Brilliant, on too many levels to list.

[@thomastaylor4442]

What a treat to hear this music still sounds the same

[@tonystocksmclaughlin4223]

1969 In Derry Northern Ireland, my sister brought in a BS&T LP in an attempt to please my Dad ( a very fine jazz drummer himself).... Dad was knocked out by the band,loved their arrangements,mood variations,tempo changes,freshness and DCT.....I was a 15 year old at the time and listened with increasing joy to the outfit... I have been a fan ever since... Dad has died since and although a real Jazz purist..Ellington/Basie/Fitzgerald/Miles/Goodman/Hawkins/Getz and his hero Buddy Rich, he always held the highest regard for BS&T..LONG MAY THEY PLAY...

[@alan30189]

He truly loves what he does. Great singer!

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

Yes. I have never heard anyone else sound the way he does.

[@alan30189]

Paul vs Islamonazism - If you haven’t already, check out that seven or eight part interview of him. The first part is amazing. He started singing when he was in a Canadian prison.

[@smitty6263]

My first real concert at age 14 at Ravinia in Chicago. 60yrs old now, and still remember that night. I went with my Dad because my Mom was sick. Thanks for sharing this !!!

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

You're welcome, David!

[@plastikman6768]

the horns are amazing

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

Blood, Sweat & Tears, and Chicago's, horns have always been cooler than anyone else's horns to me.

[@BruceBromley]

@@paulvsislamonazism9534 I dont think they are BS&T horns, DCT is guesting with a band

[@larryleitch3803]

David exuberates a certain sense of positively when he sings. I think it's through the great group..BSandT.

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

Yes. BS&T and David were one heck of a match.

[@garyhoward2490]

Saw B.S.& T. at the Hollywood Bowl, in 73. They opened for Santana. To this day, by far the best concert that I have ever experienced....and I have been to thousands of concerts. Thank you for this. Just awesome!!!

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

Thanks for sharing!

[@joelmills245]

Soul, Rock, Jazz, Blues and more, all wrapped up to make some of the best music from B, S & T!!! Those horns are fantastic!

[@beverlyharris9859]

Sensational. Awesome thanks 👍.

[@melodyofpsalm9468]

I have always loved this band....still do! Same great sound and great voice! Good job guys!

[@mrmusicplz09]

David’s voice is so good and instantly recognizable. Glad I stumbled across this video.

[@tropicaldoodad]

Have to admit, I clicked on this with some trepidation, but Holy Cow! At seventy something, DCT sounds just like he did in the 70s. Dead. Solid. Perfect!

[@timedgington6420]

What a great and distinctive voice, rock on David Clayton Thomas!

[@Swoozy585]

I was about 15 in the 2010’s meeting my father that left my mother for the first time. He gave me a record player and took me to the house of guitars in Rochester New York and let me pick out some albums. Never had heard of BST, just saw the record on the shelf and liked the names. They have been so influential in the way I make music. God Bless them and their kin

[@michaelscott7462]

You hit Bingo my friend!

[@johnsinko5361]

Even though I live in the states I am Canadian . I love horns and Davids voice amazing

[@randmace]

Thanks for the stroll done memory lane. My era😎.. this band is “kick ass”..🙏

[@robertyanes4751]

This gentleman is still rocking it...loved this when I was a teen, and love it still. Still has that cheshire look to him. Love this man!

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

Yes. The music they did remains unique.

[@geertvisser6509]

Ik heb Blood Sweat and Tears in 1973 met een vriend in amsterdam in het concertgebouw gezien. En ben een groot fan van Blood Sweat and Tears. Heb zoveel goede herinneringen aan deze muziek en die tijd. Wat kinkt David Clayton Thomas nog ongelooflijk goed. Bedankt voor deze geweldige opname en een groet uit Holland.

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

Thank you.

[@grene1955]

I learned to sing by listening to DCT and Gino Vanelli. Saw BS&T 5 or 6 times, got to shake hands with David once. One of the truly great and original vocalists!

[@HerrP58]

Gino Vanelli got a lot of airplay on the FM rock stations in the 70s. Great music

[@alenelevin1757]

Wow

[@pennycarroll9006]

This first song has always been one of my favorites, When I Die.

[@kevinfoster1213]

At 69, I can't hardly listen to the greats without tearing up. Such a wonderful time, the music and freedom we enjoyed. So hard to communicate to the next 2-3 generations what it was like back then.

[@tomdinder2109]

One of the iconic voices of music in my lifetime👍🎶

[@tomdinder2109]

And “You Made Me So Very Happy” was my sister Barb & brother in law Dan’s wedding song👍

[@fire1777]

He still has his voice! Gave me chills…

[@greatbritishentertainmentl5636]

Just great memories of a superb brass rock band I grew up with in the '70s along with Chicago!

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

You're right there, Blood, Sweat & Tears and Chicago - what they did had no equal then and still has not been equalled now.

[@greatbritishentertainmentl5636]

@@paulvsislamonazism9534 Saw Chicago's first gig in the UK at Royal Albert Hall in the early '70s - Fantastic!

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

I cannot imagine it getting any better than that. Pure magic. At that time I had just bought their awesome first double album, 'The Chicago Transit Authority". I have never got over that experience, so I can only imagine that night must live in your memory. For me, they arrived on the scene fully conceived at a level I have never seen all my life. Would have loved to have lived in New York's Greenwich Village and been listening, when it was all put together in rehearsals in a loft apartment!

[@khlewis]

A very unique voice, but backed by an incredible collection of writers and very trained musicians. What a band!

[@bjdee1437]

What a great voice...incredible that he still sings so well. And the band is killin.

[@alexv850]

All time DCT and BST fan from Hungary. Nobody compares to him. Nothing is lost from his voice. True hero. 👍👍👍 First time I see him alive - after listening to him for 50 + years. It made me so happy. 👍😊👍👍👍

[@getx1265]

What a great performer and super outstanding band! Met DCT when he did a show at Texas A&M back in the mid 70s as I got myself backstage (don't ask) to give him a t-shirt as he had mentioned on stage he needed one from his visit with us. Anyway, I waited as he finished his interview after the show with the school paper's reporter in the dressing room, then introduced myself and gave him the shirt. He graciously spent the next 5 minutes just having a conversation with this unexpected guest, making me feel very welcomed. What a decent guy who truly appreciates his many fans and treats them so well! Thank you for this video!! Always best wishes to David!!!

[@anthonyblakely399]

One of my all-time favorite Rock bands. This group really got me into Jazz. Love me some Blood Sweat and Tears. Good to see that they still sound as excellent as they did in the 60's. Legendary.

[@davidmiles533]

I was fortunate enough to have seen BS&T in the 70s. It was a great show.

[@jb1982jb]

Thank you David! You meant the world to me as a teenager as I got introduced to Blood Sweat & Tears. I appreciate you!

[@rubenkbalz9587]

Thanks David your music try me many remembers in my discoteca and my girfriend

[@bishopaz]

What a band!!!

[@bruceosborne6666]

The first time I heard David Clayton-Thomas was at a small outdoor club on the edge of Lake Simcoe which is North of Toronto back in the mid sixties. Best sound I had ever heard and man did he go on to make some of the best music ever recorded. What a voice!

[@ronagoodwell2709]

Revivalist jazzrocksoul music don't get no better. DCThomas and his bands were and always will be monuments to a time when anything was possible. What a journey this is.

[@paulvsislamonazism9534]

Yes. And all of their stuff has been superbly remastered.

[@debbieramsey-hanks3757]

Rock solid performance when they came to my university. Took the roof off.

[@milanomaker]

Quite a voice. Saw him,with BS&T, in Delaware in mid seventies. Bobby Colomby on drums.

[@gmant478]

Saw him live in the late 80s he was beyond great fine vocalist!

[@rockyv180]

Great show.

[@monakw]

His voice is a storm in my soul ❤