Africa ('50s Style Toto Cover) - Postmodern Jukebox ft. Casey Abrams & Snuffy Walden

[@DanielFoland]

2:42 Dammit, Tambourine-guy just always gives that proverbial rhythm everything he's got. Just... keep being you, Tambourine-guy. Forever.

[@AngelDame17]

Everyone needs a Tambourine Man in their life. :3

[@fenrirwolfbone9714]

You can just tell he loves what he's doing and gives it everything he's got.

[@cryshemo114]

He is my Spirit animal

[@Hydorior]

@@stewmacdonald , that absolutely made my day! Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@KS-xk2so]

I completely missed the absolute non stop stallion that is Tambourine-guy on first watch. Now I've seen it about a dozen times and he's all I'm watching, lol You go Tambourine Man!!!!

[@WereDictionary]

I dont think there is a single person on the planet who has more fun performing than Casey Abrams. Also, Stan Lee on the guitar? Priceless.

[@ShaneSchofield52]

Stan Lee, are we watching the same video?

[@noshadow666]

Fun performing? ... check out Leo P on the bari sax from Too Many Zooz. Dunno what that guy's been smoking but you need to practically peel him off the ceiling after a performance. I keep wishing PMJ would do a cover with him.

[@iamjustamomdoingthebestica6999]

Not, but that would have been groovy!😂

[@jazzmusictheorist]

@@noshadow666 now that would be epic af!!!

[@evamaymir4454]

. MM MM M

[@cutiepiglete]

Can we appreciate that not only Scott is in this but both Casey Abrams AND Snuffy Walden is in this music video (also Tim, the tambourine guy)!

[@Iansco1]

PMJ. Proof that style vs style is not a thing. That a GOOD SONG is a good song.

[@angieando3376]

This is my favorite 80’s song, you can’t imagine how thrilled I was to see this!!!!

[@Fullyotto1]

Brought super happy tambourine guy back....awesome

[@sheponbass]

No no no no no no no NO! He needs to stay in season 1 - so annoying!

[@1234fakerstreet]

Dude tambourine man OP

[@clydecavalieri4511]

Grammy award winning super happy tambourine guy!

[@fabioroma_pro]

He’s the best!

[@s2sHoXXs2]

I LOVE HIM SO MUCH

[@ariel3725]

That intro was kinda unnecessary. I prefer the live recording setup to be honest.

[@matthew8153]

Ariel I think this is just their way of saying “We’re back for season 2”

[@boss-anova]

@@matthew8153 i feel like this is like tripping over your own two feet right out of the gate.

[@gashery]

First feeling was cringe. Second feeling was awkwardness. Third feeling was enlightenment.

[@JayQuek]

In the words of eric andre, what in the god damn hell are you talking about?

[@alpage57]

I think this is just a one-off season intro. I'm sure they will perform it live on tour and knock it out of the park.

[@nancyscott9582]

The first time I heard this, I was in South Africa when rain was falling. A memory never to be forgotten.

[@caesardlf179]

Casey’s man-bun to frazzled hair transformation is what I live for

[@axellink]

never seen him with untied hair, now I'm jealous it's insane

[@annajo4535]

when I saw him live my hair was a bit of a mess and he complimented it 😂❤️

[@slikrx]

Nobody needs to seen "man-buns", ever. It's about as attractive as baggies half-way down your ass. Now get off my lawn...

[@MravacKid]

Lets hope it sparks a global move away from that horrendous fashion mistake. :)

[@ZeldaRoseSongbook]

It is official; Casey Abrams is hair goals.

[@michelchartrand3719]

I love PMJ for the music, musicians, vocalists and Tambourine Guy. The visual performances are just icing, and this video was great and gave the same vibe as what I'd expect back when MTV played music videos. Smells Like Teen Spirit, Buddy Holly (Weezer), Basket Case, etc. were good videos that weren't performed live, but they were fun.

[@LenaDamvar]

God, that tambourine player kills me! Love that so much. And the random chef with confetti made me laugh out loud!

[@sunf1tch]

Can we talk about tambourine man though.... I might be in love.

[@sunf1tch]

ALSO CHEF HAT CONFETTI MAN

[@irvinekinny]

As well as me. And I thought I was a straight man

[@scottb721]

He was awesome in their Dancing in the Dark.

[@skipppyy9814]

The energy is amazing

[@RealKatLikeme23]

I’m super bout that confetti cannon guy myself hahaha

[@marcellocj5]

I absolutely love this one as much as I love all other stuff from PMJ! I don’t care if looks too much of a production or if is not perfectly synced... I just enjoyed their version of the classic Toto song and I the way they highlight difference between electronic and instrument music...

[@CarlosPacheco]

your experience will be better by starting the video at 1:37

[@jackdonohue7893]

Carlos Pacheco but it will be 100 times better if you start at 5:55

[@charlypoem9928]

i like starting at 0:00 :)

[@TheMcJolly]

Seriously what were they thinking...

[@halteu2000]

i think it refers to some ppl who just says that "yea i can do mixing" but irl they just do simple things like rhytm and all that (i dont know much). PLEASE NOTE THAT I SAID 'SOME', not everyone who plays EMP. I appreciate their hardworks too.

[@krad_regnar]

Thanks for the note, almost clicked away because that was just painful

[@trublgrl]

"What do you want to be when you grow up, Casey? A musician?" "A muppet." "Well, you're a person, you can't be a muppet." "Ok, Musician."

[@BlakeBaker5]

Best Comment Ever!

[@monedameow]

And now here I am wishing they would cover Am I a man or a Muppet

[@nickcochran1905]

I kept seeing animal. It was great

[@wich1]

That’s exactly it! 100% muppet vibes

[@blitz7488]

can i still be a muppet.

[@debbiemarchese3482]

As a self-proclaimed lover of all things music "except jazz" PMJ has had me questioning myself for years. I thought it was just envy of the oozing sexiness of the girls that I would love to embody, but this has just proven to me that it's actually about the pure perfection of adapting musical styles that has made PMJ a go-to of mine every time. Thank you for opening my eyes to the possibility of jazz and how men can ooze that ooziness too. Recently subscribed to Scottlee too. I'm recently separated from an 18 year relationship and your music used to make me feel sexy all alone in my kitchen. Now, it's my soundtrack to my newly found self-love and my budding new chance at love. Thank you so much 💖

[@SubscribingMilotic]

Look up PMJ's cover of Thriller (if you haven't already) and check out Anthony Vincent, aka Ten Second Songs. just. trust me on this one.

[@YaelTiferet]

There are a lot of different kinds of jazz, so most people are going to like at least some of it. I cannot stand the kind of meandering instrumental that never seems to end or go anywhere type of jazz, but some people live for it. I love this stuff though!

[@CtrlThrottle]

The tambourine guy in the background stole the show

[@ViciousSeacow]

He always steals the show :)

[@l3x1c0n1c]

Killin it as always!

[@brianbierlein4747]

He is totally the best.

[@sabiner.8395]

He always does

[@jatiseno3447]

yeah

[@nagasesanagasesa7026]

the tamborine guy is back

[@apan8783]

Nagasesa Nagasesa that’s dear mr tambourine man lol

[@MRae-nk8hh]

Fuck yeah I love him

[@OogieWa]

And perhaps his best performance ever!!!

[@miltonchavez1262]

This version is growing on me. These are some really talented people. I play the modern pop version bass line on this song but it takes some really creative talent to play a song in a different style and do it well. Well done!

[@photoshoott2022]

Love their brilliant take on every cover. Toto song is amazing, but what they did to it, this is just incredible. Love how they play it and sing it. Wonderful. He put his heart into it, but I do appreciate when they let the ladies sing, with powerful voices, but it is cool, just he doesn't have the voice for it, but enjoys doing it as it looks like.

[@LaCriaturaDelMar]

-Average comments against the video: "This wasn't really my cup of tea, but glad you guys are back and trying things, I'd just prefer something else." -Average comments defending the video: "Wow, you guys are such haters and whiners, oh my god why don't you lighten up and enjoy the same things I do you snobs, you just hate change!" Seriously people, this is the most tamely and politely disliked video I've ever seen and you're blowing it completely out of the water.

[@popcorns6472]

Did you survey the whole comment section in order to find the average? Don't talk with such confidence when you have literally no way to prove or disprove otherwise.

[@kylemorrison6162]

@@popcorns6472 by looking at the comment section?!?

[@nakyer]

@@kylemorrison6162 Each and every comment and getting a mathematically correct percentage of likes and dislikes?

[@kylemorrison6162]

@@nakyer what is that supposed to suggest

[@nekomatafuyu]

Back when the video first released, the comments were pretty much the opposite of what you're describing. There was a whole bunch of haters berating PMJ for even daring to try something new, and the defence was mix of "Wow, I like it!" and "Not my cuppa, but I'm glad you're trying new things from time to time." I'm guessing someone's done a good job of getting rid of the haters, as both groups you're describing were in defence of the video.

[@RealPearlMania]

If only everyone had the same attitude as the tambourine player...... The world would be a far more happy and peaceful place to live in!

[@amelia_airhead272]

Tambourine Guy is back!!

[@Mr.-Roybot]

YESSSS!!!!!

[@wyprman]

That's Grammy Award Winning Tambourine Guy!

[@wyprman]

That's Grammy Award Winning Tambourine Guy!

[@510newguy]

This is my favorite Postmodern Jukebox song. I don't know how many times I've listened to it in the last 6 years but I'm sure its been a lot :D

[@DireZyre]

I adore the cover, and appreciate the step up in production quality, but honestly I think the 'sketch' at the start was kinda unnecessary and wasn't very amusing

[@ayanleman]

Yeah it was REALLY painfully pretentious and reeked of "muh real music is dead because new stuff isn't the way *I* like it and *my* music taste is the only good one so they must be talentless hacks"

[@DucktorQuackers]

Ayanle Mohamed my thoughts exactly

[@emilybrown299]

It's an advert for the new album. It'll attract attention from those who wouldn't normally watch. It's nice to have a change, I enjoyed it 🙂

[@Kaunte]

@@emilybrown299 to attract attention, wouldn't it have to be funny or interesting in some way?

[@carcer70]

Mr. Bradlee, Please just keep making great music and videos. Please don't shove yourself up inside your own ass. Sincerely, One dude who likes you just the way are, big guy.

[@danbee998]

I prefer the old videos; much more raw and emotion-evoking than the cold, clinical feel of the production of this video (i.e. the wind machines, intro and outro, and so forth).

[@cmg.g6175]

I agree with you, honestly that intro was so boring , i have heard some saying that they are just changing , but they are great becuase of their music so they do not need to add anything to make the videos more special

[@sporf_sporf]

Changing in what way? The videos likely cost a lot more and probably take a lot more time to make, so it seems unlikely to be an ongoing thing

[@onedumbgamer9672]

I think there's a general consensus here. The production quality getting upped is great but pretty much nothing else is The sketch was annoying, the music video doesn't feel like the same people, the cover itself was alright but it just didn't evoke that same PMJ feeling as the live recordings

[@leannemo7382]

Agreed. And his voice was pitchy - "all over the place" as someone else put it.

[@Lady_Jay42]

Thought I was watching an ad at the beginning. Didn't like it at all. I watch for the music, not interested in sketches. Cool if they wanna branch out, but they should separate it.

[@callmeniles6060]

@Charlie Vetsworth Clearly this guy cares. And let him care. You do you let him do him.

[@rjwh67220]

One of the greatest covers ever. Of course, that applies to most PMJ covers.

[@McBenjiii]

How do we keep the focus on Casey with tambourine guy in the background? PMJ: Editing.

[@Merchmaskin]

How to achieve total happiness and bliss: Get a tambourine.

[@linettesegura9536]

Slaktmaskin lmao! The way he just fking pops out! Hahahahaha

[@BookishNaiad]

Tambourine Guy makes everything twice as good! Edit: 100x better 😍😘

[@chokersandcardigans]

His hair is majestic af

[@MontoyaNomad]

I was writing a very long comment, so here it goes: I like this video. It is fun, the song is nice. Stop hating. The style of the channel is not lost forever just because of this one different video, jeez.

[@fyremusiccorpfyremusiccorp6718]

NO ITS ALL OVER

[@ryaanwells]

I fell in love with PMJ because their live one-take videos were incredible, the energy that the musicians put into the performance was irresistible. I aspire to be that type of performer! The editing/production of this somehow loses that magic. I can see how animated Casey and Scott are but I can't *feel it* in this format because the editing doesn't match the performance, I'm not as engaged or not drawn in like I was with Stacey's Mom, Creep, Duck Tales etc. We've lost that raw talent that the one-take gave us. I can't *see* how talented these musicians really are as it's lost in the format. I'm not a purist or against change (I'm happy to see you experimenting with content, I like the skit at the beginning) but the editing/format of the actual music section has lost the magic and power that I know PMJ can deliver. There's not many groups out there that create live one-take style content so, respectfully from a fan, I love the one-take style performances, it's what makes you special, please don't lose sight of that that!

[@carty43]

Relax. This was just a big announcement that season two was here.

[@nathangoedeke694]

The irony is that the entire point of the opening sketch is about that very thing. The other people are into a button that plays pre-recorded, heavily-edited music while Mr. Manbun is showing them live instruments in one take.

[@SuperLisa]

Charlie Vetsworth oh I see, you’re going around calling everyone with an opposing opinion to your own ‘toxic’. That’s not what that word means, calm down.

[@Aussie_Stitch]

Very well said and I wholeheartedly agree

[@Aussie_Stitch]

@Charlie Vetsworth Really? Is this really a necessary comment? I care, and clearly others do too. This is a massive step away from why a lot of us fell in love with the band. Your over the top reaction to someone else's opinion is pretty pathetic

[@backpacker3421]

I get what people are saying about the mix. However, I'd watch Casey perform all day long regardless. That dude loves performing and it shows.

[@doughayes311]

I know some people have a problem with the production of this video, but overall, I really enjoy it. I’ve watched it multiple times. It makes me happy.

[@ZacharyMathematica]

Did anyone think the mix sounded a bit off on this one?

[@davidbycroft]

Casey's vocals seemed quiet or muffled. It felt a little off. But I'll allow it because they're experimenting. :)

[@tasminp13]

Ye I don’t know what it is, I think the original is so smooth and this is very sticatto so maybe sounds off. I also feel like this version doesn’t sound as full which this song needs

[@PUREbksb]

yeah I had trouble discerning most of the instruments. I didn't hear the tambourine guy at all

[@doggfite]

Yessssss The vocals just sounded off to me, like they didn't match the video but it wasn't a sync issue.

[@LockeWick]

Vocals were also off for me, emotionally off. Might of just been the 50s style they were going for but it feel very bland.

[@nguyenminhchau9024]

I just hear 5 version of Africa in Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, instagram and the OG in KZbin and then I got the notification for this. This song is haunting me. Help

[@taoist32]

nguyễn minh châu Same. I hear it every day and I have no idea why.

[@Pallid_Mask]

Nothong is going to take it away from you. Nothing. This is your life now

[@daray666]

A new study by the NY university came to the conclusion that Africa was the best Pop Song ever. That’s why it was in the news and that’s why a lot of artists pay tribute to this mighty song right now

[@supercaillou1474]

You're not haunted by it, YOU ARE BLESSED.

[@aymanac]

I think you mean this song is blessing you

[@Carlteezus]

I hope this isn't the end of the live stuff

[@Rune77]

Jonah no, they do these for fun.

[@sporf_sporf]

Can't think of a single reason to think that it would be. The live stuff is probably cheaper and quicker to make.

[@courtanas]

Crazy seeing this comment in 2020.

[@MsBored35]

Love the three goofy dudes, Casey's cool vocals and glorious hair, Adam on the bass, Scott on the piano, tambourine man, the dancers, random chef with the confetti - this video is a celebration of PMJ and I am into it!

[@cerdaspediaindonesia8926]

So, you're telling me that you guys suddenly upload a video without a notif, playing toto's africa with a cinematographic video?

[@BryceKatz]

Well, to be fair, Scott did say today was the start of Season 2.

[@postmodernjukebox]

yup

[@cerdaspediaindonesia8926]

@@postmodernjukebox you and your team are the best, scott 👍👍

[@cerdaspediaindonesia8926]

@@BryceKatz A man who keeps his promise for his fans 👏

[@alfascorpi]

As much as I am a big fan, I totally don't like this...I love the live tracks in small rooms, not the produced clips with overlay-voice/music. Bah humbug...:/

[@sporf_sporf]

It's not like this is the way it's going to be from now on. They did one video last season as well (which I felt turned out much better than this one). They likely cost a lot more than the regular stuff so I wouldn't expect it often.

[@melissasaint3283]

No, I totally agree. This feels over produced, I wonder why they veered off-brand? I also dont care much for the long, dull opening with the music snobs, bullying and...was one of them flossing? Don't worry about music video style story telling. Just bring the music. That's what you're great at!

[@sporf_sporf]

The last time they did a video, it was great. I agree with the criticism of this one in general though. I don't think it's off brand necessarily, but it's just not as well done as they can do. "Don't Stop Believing" was one of my all time favorite things they've done.

[@erikhertzer8434]

Alpha Scorpii : agreed...more Puddles the Clown in a small room production values had more kitschy charm...

[@jordanashenberg1464]

I swear i have listened to the song 100 times. Love the creativity and the fun of this version.

[@markl8111]

Every time I watch this, my day is brighter, brings a smile, and the day is a little bit better.

[@captainkangaroo4301]

Banned Instrument. Nice touch.

[@drewdavis2392]

I was thinking that's a in-joke. Perhaps guitar was banned from PMJ (at least in season 1), so they're poking fun at themselves -- and perhaps announcing that that ban has been lifted for S2. But that's all just speculation.

[@OneSneakySloth]

Drew Davis if they did ban it, it would have had to be after the Barbie Girl cover- I guess it's more like banned sounds like band? Or like you said, that they often don't use them?

[@thomasriddle7005]

The whole story joke was that this was set in the near future with "postPostmodern" instruments , that is basically buttons that played predeveloped series of sounds with no thought going into them. Guitar was probably banned in that time period because it was to radical or something. They were playing from the behind the counter stash. It's a fun dig at how electronic music could evolve but more importantly how awesome old school is. Everyone is getting all upset about what postmodern jukebox has always been about.

[@sporf_sporf]

PMJ has never been about pretentious digs at other styles of music. It's never been about tearing down the new, just mixing it with the old.

[@drewdavis2392]

If they had a ban at all (and remember, I'm just speculating), I think it would just have been a humorous way to put their preferred styles. A "covers of pop/rock, but with no guitars!" kind of thing. Certainly they use them when they need to, especially the bass guitar. (No way to do Motown without one of those, with all due respect to their upright string bass players.)

[@olasieranska8576]

I want Casey to cover every single song that was ever made

[@Szczawiq]

I want to see him with Robyn %)

[@Vogsler]

I wish Him to be more recognisable because he definitely deserve it...

[@jacekgarwolinski5961]

Ja również Olu. Nie miałbym jednak nic przeciwko temu, aby Haley Reinhart śpiewała razem Z Casey'm ;)

[@woekittenvideos7534]

4:21 Is nobody going to mention the guy in the chef outfit who walked in, took a big bite of raw spaghetti, shot some confetti out of a tube, and left?

[@jsturm41808]

Tambourine guy and the Chef! My 2 favs!

[@novanoob5193]

Ok so the sheer awesomeness of a great gutair solo is truly shown at 4:16 and I'd have to say it's one of the coolest things I've seen in a minute 🤘🤘

[@kayleighsavage8269]

If they are gunna do something like this every now and again im not against it just for fun and a nice change every now and again, but god i hope this isn't the style they are going with from this point out. I love this channel because its about artists performing, no extra faff, just pure raw music.

[@lordunderstatement3645]

This. I like to see them get wild and try something different from time to time (I loved the Don't Stop Believing one-take) , but I hope they return to their tried and true live style. Just be true to the music, that's why most of us are here.

[@monesqe]

Yeah, I don't mind them doing something different. I LOVED the Journey cover with Sara. In fact, that might be the best vid they've ever done. I just didn't like this one so much. It's not a philosophical objection to going off book every now and then, just specific to this.

[@Anna-xx1lv]

I LOVED it! Real music! With instruments and everything!!! AMEN!

[@danielm5535]

Sorry, no. I had high hopes, but cringey acting, out of sync, chorus was just out of Casey’s gravely/vocal fry range and sounded like he was actually damaging his voice. It was more about showboating rather than the wonderful music I normally love.

[@JonnyMay]

Ddawg I appreciate PMJ having some fun with the intro and the over the top music video production, and the musical arrangement was fun, but I couldn't agree more about Casey's vocals. It really sounds like he's frying his voice on this performance, and unfortunately it was painful for me to listen to. It's almost like he needed a few days for his voice to rest before recording this. It's surprising because I'm a big fan of Casey's voice, but this just wasn't his day.

[@MrJDG2011]

Its not the first time Casey sang like this in a cover Its not like they will abandon their normal videos THe cover is actually good

[@paulohagan3309]

Excellent restyling of the song without losing the spirit of it.

[@XDSDDLord]

I said it once and I'll say it again. I think this is fantastic from the story, to the set, to the playing, to the singing. Great video.

[@danroberts9050]

Will you say it one more time? My wife didn't hear it and she asked if she could hear you say it.

[@XDSDDLord]

@@danroberts9050 Of course, anything for her. This video was fantastic in every way. Pass on my love to her, and tell her that I think of her often.

[@danroberts9050]

@@XDSDDLord I will. Thank you!

[@ЛюбовьБобарыкина-ч9ш]

Ничего общего с гениальной композицией Великого Тото Кутуньо!?

[@ScaerieTale]

Hahaha as a musician and hobbyist producer that intro cracked me up so bad. And God this song rocks. You guys continue to amaze me. I love it

[@12walkietalkie13]

terribly disappointed, I love Casey and I love this song, but the overworked video, prerecorded vocals, and pretentiousness of the whole thing ended up giving me a sense of discomfort and dissatisfaction. big miss on such a wildly good song.

[@semiperfekt]

The music production value was really bad. Either they learn how to mix the recordings or they go back to live recordings where it all was really well mixed.

[@sarahberkner]

Yes, the comments on here by random people about the video being terrible aren't pretentious at all. But trying to make a good video and (heaven forbid) recording the vocals beforehand is very pretentious.

[@monesqe]

Thought the beginning shtick/joke really failed...but I LOVED the arrangement, thought it was better than the original. I would have wanted a singer with a bigger voice. At the upper register--that some complained about--I rather liked his gruff, rustic air. At the lower register, the voice sometimes struggled for character and blended in. His range was a bit challenged, I suspect. That said, it grew on me and I began to like the velvet feel a lot. I especially liked the energy of the arrangement. There were moments when it worked very well. Three stars instead of 5, with most of the deduction for the silly intro, not the production concept. (Loved the Journey video with Sara last time....) But it could've been way better all around. Let's not have PMJ degenerate into silly kitsch. That intro needed to go. Not even cute. (Hint: can we have fewer tap dancers in live concerts, too? Like zero.) P.s. The patented PMJ "singer turns around" is cute, but getting old. It feels rehearsed and unnatural.

[@waynejamel6703]

12walkietalkie13 this video wasnt that bag. The song was good. Casey is awesome

[@rkmbob]

I apparently am one of the few who love this video and have watched/listened to it over a dozen times. The intro was hilarious, stinkin hipsters, and the singing had a raw quality to it that I don't often hear. The music was classic PMJ and it all came together quite well.

[@BHBdrummer]

- "We're gonna need someone to do a guitar solo on this track." - "What about that guy who composed the main theme for 'The West Wing'?" - "...That was the first dude that came to your mind?" - "Yup."

[@DerekHartley]

I guess if that's the only reason you knew him it would be a weird choice.

[@MrMagicBlox]

To those of you who are commenting on Casey's singing, the vocals (Toto) were originally sung by two different members. One with a high range, and one with a low range. Not many people have that diverse of a range. Frankie Valli had an extensive range, as does Steven Tyler of Aerosmith and Steve Martin from The Left Banke.

[@MrGarreto7]

Casey is so talented. My wife and I watched their first performance in Salem on their 10th anniversary tour… and PMJ was flawless.

[@postmodernjukebox]

So happy you were there with us on opening night! 🥂

[@scrumbles]

How can they have their first performance on their tenth anniversary. I'm confused.

[@MrGarreto7]

@@scrumbles it was the first performance of the tour. They start in Oregon and end in Florida.

[@SRProductionzZz]

I know a lot of people just want the straight to the point music, but this was phenomenal and one of my favorite pmj vids

[@christiank.3290]

Not quite sure about this one. I always loved the simplicity of the one camera + musicians. I do like the arrangement (great arrangement!) and music-wise no complaint from my side, but the video ... Funny and perfectly well executed ... I can't quite grasp it. I miss something. Perhaps it is just some kind of "good old days"-stupidity on my side. Anyways, I'm off now to buy "Blue mirror" and will check the upcoming tour dates. ;)

[@sporf_sporf]

Calm down there Charlie, you're being far more toxic than anyone else here. Some people certainly are overreacting to this, but simply saying that this one didn't work for them is hardly "not letting PMJ try new things".

[@scottwiens9451]

@@sporf_sporf I know it's 6 years later, but he's hardly toxic...

[@sarahshearer259]

I love that you covered this song, but I didn't like the whole lip-sync feel. It was less fun.

[@MarkOfTzeentch]

It is a music video, not a PMJ video

[@boss-anova]

@@MarkOfTzeentch its shit

[@craigstoner2632]

All music videos are lip synced 🤣🤣🤣

[@ballsymcfee9882]

I like the cover... but I'm with you, I'd rather a more "live" performance. Even a more raw and unpolished version, more like a garage jam would've been more my vision at least.

[@cbainer72]

Lemme see you do it lol

[@wanimusician]

Good thing: the MV style allows close up to everyone in the video, giving a chance for people to see all the musicians. Less good thing: it loses the live singing feel that we all love about PMJ videos. Oh well, we can't expect them to stay exactly the same forever, they will want to evolve and try different thing at some point. So, we'll see where this goes. P/S: Casey Abrams and Tambourine Guy in one video were everything!

[@sylvainmoore2254]

Amazing!

[@jimlscotland]

Great music, and singing by Casey Abrams, with some humour thrown in. Classic Casey Abrams, Loved it.

[@DefyingOz]

I'm a little sad, no lie. If Casey showed up and asked me to run away with him, I. WOULD. DO. IT. I'd put money on the song being amazing live, it really, really sounds like Casey is holding back here and that makes me insanely sad because I know he could own the fuck out of this song. Who clipped your wings, baby?! Production is awesome, but I didn't care for the skit. It felt super forced.

[@TheBigT61]

I reckon I watch this two or three times a day.

[@macalauresmuse]

I loved this song anyway but this just made it perfect. The whole story around it is brilliant and I could listen to Casey Abrams all day every day.

[@RSProduxx]

That ending, priceless... Abrams is a great entertainer. And las Latinas, oh mi corazón...

[@denvergregg7868]

can't believe i hadn't seen this before. awesome video. great arrangement. excellent dance.

[@joshnite907]

Love that PMJ is back, and Casey Abrams is the best forever. That said... UGH. I really hope this is a one-off and every new video doesn't come with 1:30 of 'comedy' in front. Also the idea that there's REAL music and there's electronic music is deeply unnecessary. Many different kinds of music can exist! And for eff's sake, Africa... if only the internet could get over this song already. This is one of the better covers, but it could have been anything else...

[@dawne6419]

AMEN to the comment about the so-called "comedy" at the beginning. I'm here for the music not high production.

[@WeaponOfMyDestructio]

1:38 to skip to the song

[@AdamGoodtime247]

Thank you. That was painful.

[@TheSvmurai]

Why in the fuck

[@Connoreda]

Thank you

[@Nostaljack]

Why would anyone do that? The entire video is epochal!

[@TheCartman283]

@@Nostaljack people dont care about that shiet

[@TizianoBarbafiera]

Non so se amo di più la genialità o l’esecuzione di questa canzone. Video stupendo!!!!

[@danielbohmer1539]

OMFG!!! I love all the Scott's work! Every piece is really awesome! Every piece is a new surprise! Simply... I love Postmodern Jukebox

[@davidstewart9780]

hey look, the Lion King is singing Africa!

[@Stratpizza]

Starts at 1:38

[@Tymuel]

One of the best videos from Postmodern Jukebox!

[@bk1bennett]

I can understand the "purists" not holding this as their favorite, but I liked it. It's cool. Gave it a big thumbs up.

[@Gonk]

Some ppl like fake some ppl don't.

[@stephenwells6434]

+Gonk What's fake about this? They just wanted to do something special for the new season. This isn't going to be a regular thing, and it certainly doesn't warrant the level of vitriol that's been generated by so-called fans.

[@Gonk]

k it's just not done well and the singing didn't sound good, double negative is all which warants the vitriol.

[@stephenwells6434]

Just because you think it was poorly executed doesn't make it fake. They wanted to try something new. They're allowed to do that. If you didn't like it you can say so without attacking their integrity.

[@Gonk]

I didn't attack their integrity I simply pointed out something the mass consensus everyine hears and see's so next time they can improve on this new thing if they do it again.

[@bibfortuna5740]

Wow, surprised at the hate. I thought it was a lot of fun! It's obviously a special "We're back from break" video and I assume they'll go back to their standard format after this.

[@justanotherself3916]

People like routine

[@Gee-xb7rt]

welcome to white america, a snowflake's finger is just sitting on the trigger, waiting to show the world what a narcissistic idiot he is

[@JpgExe]

gisforgary what?

[@TynamM]

@@justanotherself3916 You said it there. The only issue is: routine kills art. If PMJ actually _do_ stop trying new stuff they'll fade... and all the people who whined about every new experiment will be complaining that they suck now, but won't be able to articulate _why_. If Scott stuck to repeating the popular without experimenting... PMJ wouldn't even exist.

[@Akina_TTV]

People acting like criticism is a personal attack. Ironic someone makes a snowflake comment while themselves being upset by opinions. His voice doesnt suit the song. The intro was cringe and tonedeaf Ita not hate its just opinions so feel free to grow up

[@nataliehalveston5706]

I Absolutely LOVED IT!! If they were to do it on every video then yeah it would get boring. But as a promo? Its frickin genius. Well done PMJ. I love you guys.

[@darcykent6781]

Really, it is not that great, it is ok.

[@gregoryeatroff8608]

RIght there with you, Natalie.

[@gailremp3628]

Thank you. Yes it was terrific. Everything has to be Oscar-winning performance? I don't think so. We love our groups. I see them in March 2020 in Orlando. I am damn ready.

[@ddoowadd]

UP! Maybe the acting a bit creep but the intro is a mirror for the nowadays music and the full clip want to show us real instruments are the best. It's totally ok here, it can send the message.

[@KenosisRLT]

Que grande el colo Mc Allister la rompe en todo lo que hace 😂, tremenda versión 👏👏👏

[@xHarrynax]

Goosebumps 😍 I love those songs recorded in vintage style!

[@yurushiko2721]

1:40 now you don’t have to watch the intro

[@Phuskooz]

Yurushiko How dare you place a time stamp and cut off the first note of a song.

[@stefanmarder4271]

In Germany we call it "Ehrenmann"

[@thatwasprettydecent1092]

1:39

[@Aaryq]

Some heroes don't wear capes.

[@bschonec]

When I'm a-walkin', I strut my stuff....

[@Prismaxic]

Why do people feel so entitled to PMJ's OG videos with a live performance? They're trying something new and you guys don't have to so rude. You try being a KZbinr and do the same thing every single video. Just offer up constructive criticism and let them know politely.

[@thomasriddle7005]

NO! This is the internet and only I know what music is supposed to be and I just really can't handle people that change things!

[@tomdekler9280]

Mostly because PMJ themselves have a giant rude intro now where they shit on modern music, which is what their fans listen to because that's what PMJ covers. So yeah. The comment section didn't cast the first stone.

[@sarahberkner]

Finally someone with a positive comment! Some people are polite on here, and some people think subscribing to PMJ means now they're in charge. And I really liked the cover.

[@kingofmc.donald9010]

You’re the only nice comment that I found while the whole song is playing and I hon like it

[@leannemo7382]

Fan feedback is crucial to their success.

[@doninmichigan]

I hereby declare this the coolest band on the planet!

[@beckym8245]

Piano man is giving it his all. Kudos!!

[@haroldhewitt354]

I was just wandering through KZbin and found this band. My jaw dropped and the next day started my collection their tunes. Thank God for this band

[@propolispropolis657]

You are absolutely great, this is so awesome and surprising. Thanks a lot. Folks. Greats from Germany

[@curtoswalt4838]

Love the intro! REAL music!

[@seals70]

Fun to the max on a classic from my childhood. Loved it. Thank you

[@donmanoy]

Dont care. Once i saw Happy Tamburine Guy in the video i have to like this!

[@Curiosityuk]

I appreciated the risk taking and trying to move things forward, but I'm sad to say this didn't float my boat .

[@jmarsh22]

@Curiosity This. I couldn't have said it better. They can't all hit the bulls-eye with everyone...this was a miss for me.

[@dkilgu82]

I liked the arraignment, not much you can do with Africa, it is what it is. However Casey just did not hit the buttons for me. I love Casey and PMJ so I thought this would have been a slam dunk for me. I like it for what it was, but its not QUITE there for me. Good job to PMJ, love the style and can't wait for the next ones.

[@dkilgu82]

Don't make me get your father here Jesus. This is not the kind of place for that language. He will be very mad when he omnisciently finds out you posted this.

[@pabster13]

@@rustyb.1301 you get offended rather easily for someone trying to be edgy

[@Gee-xb7rt]

looks like your boat set sail 80 yrs ago, gramps. doubt its still floating, you look like you have seen the bottom in your time.

[@kerrylee4633]

When the Tambourine Guy jumped up from behind the piano it added a completely new vibe. Fun.

[@wetskunk8108]

*Here comes Season Two!*

[@setegukyakult]

Yes, season two. Spot on!

[@KozahMiek]

I love the acting bits, adds a Pick of Destiny vibe to it. Awesome video

[@dodgeyaussie]

God that was awful. Go back to the original production style. No need for the intro, or over dubbing the audio.

[@sarahberkner]

At least some other people were respectful. Maybe you should contact Scott Bradlee and offer to be his production manager, thus saving the company from complete destruction :)

[@chiaradina]

Each and every one ingenious, from start to end: simply ingenious… Wal is wowy

[@andrewjacques5406]

This was amazing. Casey you are amazing bro. I'm a huge appreciator of your style. Respect.

[@Cat-nt3wi]

I freaking love this cover, the energy is incredible!!!

[@alexanders.5863]

I don't get all the hating. I´m loving it. Sure, it´s over the top. But definitly on purpose. Keep going PMJ!

[@sammy135_]

For me it's just the pretentious atitude of that intro, making fun of people who produce and create music from their computers. Like I'm a musician, and I went down that path of hating people who made beats with their computers and made music because I thought it was dumb and that it made them stupid because they didn't need the cordination of playing an instrument. But i can tell you after workng with producers and people who do that shit, its a hard process too, "making beats" is honestly just a hard of a process creating as writing the music and preforming it. So the intro really rubbed me the wrong way and really tried to look down on those type of people

[@sammy135_]

@@antoinephan622 Im a jazz drumset player, trust me I understand that jazz music is no longer in the mainstream, and the "It's cool" was entirely sarcastic. But I think that if you want to show people that jazz is a cool style of music, its probably best to just play it and show how cool it is, not belittle other styles of music.

[@porsche911sbs]

I thought it was subpar. Just didn't like the sound. The vocalist wasn't suited for this particular song nor the "'50s"-style of music it was played in. I didn't find the orchestration very interesting either.

[@MiklosHajma]

@@porsche911sbs Exactly, and most importantly after watching and listening to the Leap Frog cover of the same song. That's far more interesting (to me at least). Not hating Casey and PMJ at all, I was on 3 of their shows even when they were playing the first few times in Europe an the closest show to us was 2 countries away.

[@MrErzberg]

I've yet to find a hateful comment. Contructively negative? Yes. Hateful? No.

[@shelterrockisland]

this dude something else ... just so much fun it's ridiculous - love his videos with PMJ - just so much fun!