All I ever Wanted -My Town Michael Stanley Band - Blossom '83

[@elwooddowd1525]

THE GREATEST GROUP THAT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT.

[@susannovotny2552]

Couldn't have said it any better myself!! ❤

[@Robles551]

I just figured them out and I couldn't be happier.

[@normanreece2275]

I have always loved these guys and I'm from Michigan. Certainly no offense to my Ohio brothers.

[@lesjohnson4183]

Loved them in high school....but you're right, no one else paid attaention

[@johnprice582]

I have always known about them and my youth was better because of it

[@celestetomich5013]

RIP Michael Stanley..Thank you for the memories and making Northeastern Ohio proud!!!

[@robymarka4451]

We did it like no others !!!!!! 💯🤘

[@HolyCrap-cz6vs]

Man I sure do miss Cleveland. I have the MSB cds but it’s not the same as hearing it on the radio. Good times.

[@georgemcmillan9172]

I was at this show. Junior year of high school. I can honestly tell that the M.S.B Heartland album changed my life as a musician. I've seen M.S.B. so many times before moving to Florida in '86. I've spoken with Micheal many times over the years since then. Amazing band that never really got the critical acclaim they deserved...

[@scottsnyder5524]

I missed it. Soph at Massillon. Shoulda woulda...smh

[@CBusMike872]

Coulda/shoulda been Cleveland's Bob Seger, but just never broke through on national level. Tried to replicate live album success of Seger & Frampton with the great Agora album & was even managed by Irving Azoff, Eagles manager, for a while (guessing Joe Walsh connection helped there). So many great songs....great voice, rocker, songwriter & performer. MSB was so much better than other bands that "made it." Fickle business. Those of us in Cleveland got to enjoy him. RIP and grateful for all the great times.

[@mikestevenson576]

@@CBusMike872 Bob Seger is a million times better as a vocalist. MSB as a band is phenomenal, but there's something non-descript about it. But if you think there's an MSB single on the level of Nightmoves or Roll Me Away, I'd love to know about it and listen to it a lot.

[@mjgolf1]

@@mikestevenson576 A million times better?, nice exaggeration...

[@jrrichards326]

You're comparing Ted Williams to Don Mattingly. Both nice players but ones a legend. For me, Stanley's appeal was a lot more about him being one of us and not about how musically accomplished the band was.

[@ronanderson2910]

This is Cleveland in the 1980s, RIP. Thanks for the memories.

[@butch4622]

R.I.P. Michael. First time I saw you was at Idora Park in the late 70's been following you every since.

[@LEOLEO-mg5cl]

Oh man, Idora Park! That is going way way back. The beautiful carousel was refurbished and sits in Central Park today. So many great memories MSB brings back. One of the soundtracks of my life.

[@emilyzalud3558]

RIP Michael Stanley. Your music will live on forever as will you in our hearts.

[@blouseybrown1]

He left a wealth of music behind. So many good songs. They were great when they made um and great today. I live in NJ now but will always have my heart in Cleveland and the Micheal Stanley Band . RIP

[@AudiophileTubes]

You're lucky you got out!

[@frankfossaceca9616]

Thats Right Baby !!!! This is My Town !!!!!!! We Love You So Much Michael !!!!! May You Rest In Peace My Brother !!! Cleveland Ohio.!!! My Home Town Man !!!!!

[@michaelweekley1431]

I grew up in NE Ohio.I went to every MSB concert there was from about 1980-1983.Class act and class ambassador for CLEVELAND OHIO.RIP Michael,you will never be forgotten.

[@dhouser4345]

ABSOLUTELY THE GREATEST BAND THAT KNOW ONE KNOWS ABOUT. THEIR LIVE ALBUM IS INCREDIBLE.

[@laurenm.smithmusician1974]

It's wonderful to have found this on You Tube! Published nearly 30 years later, it's taken me back to the best, rockin' years of my childhood! I may have been at this concert at about age 7, and not remember it: My Dad was the WMMS radio station manager in Cleveland, OH back then, & I saw many GREAT shows from the late1970's through the late 1980's. I dig that the video begins backstage (which I remember perfectly!) at Blossom Music Center: That's where I got to meet Stevie Nicks in July of 1984. Some wonderful memories! Growing up to become a professional musician, I've met & become friends with Michael Stanley and a few of his band members... This is GOOD stuff!!!

[@RobbyWorld1]

The station manager at MMS must've been pretty cool. That was THE station back in the day.

[@johnnytyler5685]

Awesome that you got to attend so many legendary concerts. My dad was a Chief Sheriff's Deputy in NE Ohio during that exact same time period. The Sheriff's Department frequently did security for shows at Blossom and the Richfield Coliseum, and the Department even owned a suite at the Coliseum. My dad saw all kinds of awesome concerts during that time period. Unfortunately I wasn't born until the late 80's and he retired in the early 1990's so I never got to go with him like you did with your dad. My dad even has a Ford box van that the Sheriff's Department impounded at a Grateful Dead concert at Blossom in the 1980's. The owners of the van were selling drugs and bootleg band merch out of it, so they were arrested and the van was impounded. I have no idea if it was sold a Sheriff's auction or what but my dad brought it home because it had a 302 small block in it LOL!

[@privateaccount16]

... Yes, I think I've parted with you, my friend.We've seen a lot of concerts.I remember going to blossom as a young kid.Deep Elum

[@JamesMccausland-jm2ge]

I left cuyahoga falls @ 40 years ago and missed alot. Specially Michael. He played my jr high Roberts And high school 😊Cuyahoga Falls Im deaf now but still hear the vocals just like before. Long live MICHAEL STANLEY.

[@thomasmcgreevy5071]

I saw MSB at Blossom in 1983! For some reason they didn't have national success but NE Ohio favorites!

[@BunneRabb]

Michael Stanley passed away from lung cancer at age 72 on 03/05/2021 RIP. : (

[@scottyh.6992]

RIP Michael Stanley, ambassador of Cleveland Ohio. My friends and I would always say the only flaw with the movie Major League is that it did not feature any music from MSB.

[@michaelyoung1055]

OMG! MSB not in Major League? that is a flaw

[@martyc2637]

They were at the top of their game this night.

[@HogLife]

They were every time they performed!

[@floydburris8789]

My friends and me would Go to the Tomorrow Club in Youngstown when we were 16 sneak up the Fire Escape an listen to music like this omg the memories Priceless listening now 2024 ,45 Years later 🎼🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎼❤💯

[@commonsense3055]

RIP Michael Stanley ... a true Cleveland icon/legend. Cleveland is heart-broken.

[@donnagriffith2716]

OHIO IS HEART-BROKEN :'(

[@gs9934]

Cleveland Rock and Roll and Michael Stanley forever

[@christoherleohr2754]

This is rock and roll

[@ZumaDogg]

OMG, Just heard Michael Stanley RIP. I got a vibe a 3am last night and did an MSB binge not knowing. See comment below. That's some powerful spiritual stuff.

[@gusthomas]

I hear ya. I grew up a few houses away from Danny Powers, even jammed with him a few times. Weird thing is, I haven't thought about MSB or Danny in a long time, but had a dream last night and Danny was in it. Woke up this morning and my wife was already watching the news and told me Michael died. Strange. RIP MS

[@gailflora1835]

Wow! That time was so sad. WNCX did an all day tribute. I lived near Tommy Dobeck off Woodland Ave. never knew him, but was proud just the same. I listen to My Town every Fri during the WNCX 5:00 salute. I moved to Columbus a few years ago, but that song brings tears to my eyes.

[@hipsterchipster9335]

Yes I'm a true believer and I know where Michael is...

[@roboravitz5572]

Fantastic stage presence in this band

[@cproth9698]

That concert was my first date with my wife. I had never listened to MSB up to that point, but it was the only way I could get her to go out with me. Been a fan ever since.

[@paulmartin8212]

I'm originally from portage county ohio. This bring back some great memories. MSB, Glass Harp, Featherstitch.... The good old days.

[@peterottes6900]

Holy crap! Glass Harp!! That is bringing back a name from the past!! Awesome band and awesome guitarist!! RIP MS...

[@skylilly1]

I remember this concert! We were dancing on the grass. Everybody was up dancing and singing along. Good times at Blossom Music center.

[@kevindelargy1306]

Great show I believe this was 1983

[@randyschultz197]

M.S.B. P.O.C. I got turned on to this group when I was in college, from 80-84. What a great group.

[@whirlaway7352]

Wonderful man, fantastic band who will never be forgotten! Fly High talented beautiful man

[@tamimartinek9325]

Wow I can't believe finding this. So many memories . First time seeing the Michael Stanley Band was at the Agora in Youngstown Ohio.

[@geojones9249]

I was there at Blossom in 83.met him in person held conversation with him so humbled a man.he will b missed

[@loudog2326]

I Played He Can't Love You and Falling In Love Again in A Cover Band Back in The 80's !!! You Will Be Missed But Your Musical Legacy Will Live On Forever !!! My Sincere Condolences To All His Family and Friend's !!! R.I.P. Michael Stanley !!!

[@marcarcoria2872]

My town always makes me tear up........I remember sitting in front of daffy dans t shirts on mayfield rd on the hood of my duster listening to this on wmms........born in shaker raised in mayfield on rock n roll

[@TiggyTabbycat]

I was at Blossom for this. It was like the first time I ever drove there myself. RIP Michael ..

[@tampabaytmm]

Michael Stanley Band was huge in Cleveland and St Louis in those days. I lived in both and loved them in both. Love you WMMS and KSHE. Thanks for playing the real music. Love to all

[@jimaccardi1076]

This is what great music sounds like...I'm a Clevelander by birth, transplanted to Alabama in 1961---MSB's biggest fan in Dixie always

[@kimpohorence5619]

RIP Michael Stanley 🤘💜🙏

[@jmat6687]

RIP from Pittsburgh... where he got some airplay on WDVE, but never got the exposure he deserved. My Town hits home with me growing up in a steel town that fell on hard times, but will always be “my town”

[@Cool-Lake]

I met Michael Stanley without knowing who he was about 1976. His mother lived beside my mother-in-law along the Portage Lakes in N Ohio. He was friendly and happy to sit and talk awhile. We were sitting in the back yard grilling and having a few beers. He had something he needed to talk with his mother about so they left to her house. Once I realized who he was, I began following him but never met him again. Great musician.

[@ARI-sb6lc]

MSB at the top of their game. So many great memories listening to these songs. Love em !!

[@robertroberts9782]

Wow ...these summer blossom shows where life for a cleveland kid..remember seeing msb walking around the richmond mall in there satin jackets and jordache jeans ..good times 😁

And who were the 44 Richard Heads who gave it a thumbs down?

[@thenussbaum44]

They are no class rap lovers.

[@wahoofan5375]

Obviously not from NE Ohio.

[@b.k.r.doggielover5449]

"This town is my town, Cleveland!" I always loved that part. Rest in Peace, Michael Stanley. ❤

[@HogLife]

RIP MICHAEL!!!! You will be sorely missed,and always Cleveland’s number one ☝️ SON

[@MsMrSafety]

Just found this ... I was there - Cheers

[@robluckenbach4820]

I worked at Blossom as a college kid in 82 and 83. Saw all of MSB's sold out shows there. Still love this music 40 years later.

[@cynthiatrepka7969]

remember concerts at Keil Opera house in St. Louis. Went to every show, must have seen him a dozen times. Last concert I went to got front row seats. Dream come true.

[@sherrilwhitmore6680]

Michael Stanley you are home to me. Thank you for all the memories. You will be greatly missed.

[@Planted_Jungle_Daddy]

Great memories growing up in Cleveland and the Michael Stanley Band was a big part of that! R.I.P. Dude!

[@cappy610]

RIP Michael 🙏🏼You are the ROCK of this town.

[@brendasobieck3143]

I loved this concert! We went two nights. MSB was amazing live in concert and My Town in this video is as good as the studio version. Rest in peace Michael Stanley Gee (1948 - 2021). We love you!

[@bigfrank1010]

I've said it before msb should be world famous great people great talent (thank God for the man who paints the white lines on the freeway) as good as Bruce 🚓🤘

[@billbailey7302]

Maybe better!!?

[@dregs28]

I agree ...Who's Bruce ???

[@gregluby]

I remember this concert like it was yesterday. Still can't get enough MSB.

[@terrydvorak1782]

From Cleveland, been in SW. FL. 31 years, still love MSB! Cleveland ROCKS!

[@DoingMyBestImpression]

Rest In Peace, Michael. Thank you for the music.

[@VinceDigiacomo]

mike is 1 hell of a great guy,he used 2 treat me like his little brother,whenever he played in youngstown

[@snapon1974]

lot of great bands and musicians from Cleveland!! MSB is one of the best!!

[@frankfedorovich5588]

Left Ohio shortly after this concert, but loved this MSB sound. Sweet - now live in Raleigh, go figure Kevin

[@scottsnyder5524]

OUR TOWN IN OHIO!! WE LOVE/MISS MICHAEL!!

[@scottlin7876]

Glad to see the blossom center is still around. I saw Aerosmith there in the late 80s. I wish the Richfield coliseum was still around. Saw tons of bands there

[@mercsyxl1]

I saw MSB back at Edgewater in Cleveland, Ill never forget we were all up close and saw them jamming, a great time in my life, his music was exciting for me and my new wife, way back then, RIP Michael that memory will always be with me, your songs are a reflection on happy times in my past life , Thank you.

[@robertanthony7670]

Seen em back at slippery rock when I went to college there. Shortly before this because they had gary! My first concert ever! Wish I could've seen em in the beginning. love,love,LOVE ,MSB!🤘

[@bobasik8016]

Great Band they should of hit the Big Time , saw them at Black River Landing in Lorain few years back, love MS

[@roboravitz5572]

They should continue touring IMO.Kevin Raleigh has a great voice(keyboardist)

[@elwooddowd1525]

RIP you are missed. What a fantastic person and group. Love you MSB.

[@MrJgreig72]

Growing up in Willowick, this really hits home.

[@michelemick4565]

RIP Michael ❤️ Love listening to your music, even now.

[@samphillips9104]

Met Michael a couple of timed he was a classy human ..rest in power

[@ohiowoodburner]

The soundtrack of my life

[@rdugan826]

First time i ever saw MSB, was in Canton,Ohio 1979-80, it was the In The Heartland Tour. Loved them since ! Was at both Sold Out Blossom shows too.

[@ENDERTON2000]

Sad day, rock and roll heaven has expanded once again :(

[@robertjuliana4193]

(216) forever baby!!!! LEGEND!!!! RIP

[@williamthesling1201]

Thanks for the music Michael Stanley !!! Rest in Peace !!!

[@vickikeyes757]

Was there brings back memories. Great concert. Love this band

[@peterdeangelo9311]

+Vicki Keyes I was there too. I saw them over 70x. I think I bought every T-shirt

[@ginamosier1455]

CLE thanks you MSB ❤️

[@jerroldrichards4084]

Wow. I'll date this 09/02/21. This is the real deal. Just discovered these folks. I kept hearing that Ohio was the heart of rock and roll. What, I said? Ohio is where they put shredded carrots in jello, for heavens sake.. OK, got it, got it. Thanks. Cleveland, seriously. Best, Jerrold Richards Lyle, Washington

[@robbisker]

RIP to Cleveland's greatest :(

[@Skyport615]

Best Concerts : MSB at Blossom! MSB anywhere for that matter….. Glad to have been an MSB fan….Rosewood Bitters….to High Life! You are the Best Ever ….Thank you for your incredible talent and sounds. NEO is fortunate to have had such a great music man … RIP.

[@toddheil42]

It was awesome. A place in time with friends that will every be one of the highlights of youth!

[@mrod7692]

Michael Stanley ROCKS

[@thunderburkhardt2684]

Omg...i was tbere with college friend Denise...2 nights in a row....i miss u!!

[@carolynmccarthy7676]

Brings back great memories, I used to go see them every year, but I left for Navy Boot camp the day before this one.

[@mooose1012]

Rest In Peace Michael...you made my childhood... you will be dearly missed!!!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ldcphoto69]

RIP Michael Stanley!

[@warrenhixson8332]

Totally remember that concert. One of the best!

[@amyishere67]

Damn he was gorgeous here. RIP Michael a part of my adolescence is gone. Cleveland Rocks 😢

[@girlnextdoor087]

One of my favorite human beings ever.. I miss you

[@RobMuse-b7x]

Saw MSB open up for Styx 1978 at The Cape Cod Colliseum in Mass. I was very impressed !

[@joeritchie8653]

RIP Michael and thank you for the great music and memories

[@dankarnuth9341]

was at the show, what a lot of great memories

[@seanis74]

wow awesome post thank you !

[@randyjobes8930]

One of the best concerts I saw was him and friends at Stambaugh Auditorium in Youngstown in the early 90s

[@maximostiberius2324]

I had the pleasure of seeing MSB at the Agora, Blossom and the Coliseum about 15 times. Always left those venues pumped up because of their energy and love of NEO!

[@anthonymilano691]

In our tribute band to Michael Stanley I’ve had the privilege of playing with Danny Powers and Gary Markasky two wild men on the guitar, In the picture to the left that’s myself and Gary Markasky as of today I believe he’s 71 we played the palace theater in Canton Ohio and he still has his original white guitar

[@shariledermann8896]

Wow! I was there! Great times...

[@darlenetincher8709]

So loved this song back in the day!! Thanks Michael Stanley for all the great tunes and memories!! I feel 19 again when I hear this! RIP

[@mahituna1]

I remember hanging out at a local bar in Parma and buzz around the place was who had tickets to Michael Stanley at the Agora that night. Time sure flies

[@lumberjack4356]

Many of my best and favorite times thoughout life MSB was playing on the tape deck or turntable. Thank You Mike. RIP

[@raylamp4505]

Had a stereo session sunday. The cops came checked us out and advised us to TURN IT BACK UP TO TEN we did. Rip man.

[@SDune]

Fan since 1977 one of the best.....😊

[@hughmadbro4401]

very cool to see my dad backstage. thanks for posting

[@dreeg3641]

RIP Michael Stanley