Arthur Lee & Love - You Set The Scene Live

[@eddieross7233]

Probably the best climax to a song ever. The original is magnificent but didn't believe they could do it justice live but this is wonderful. RIP Arthur.

[@davidellis485]

Agreed. My other two favourite endings are ‘Can’t be so bad’ by Moby Grape and ‘Astronomy’ by Blue Oyster Cult

[@davebest2001]

I would say that this song is the best live song ever performed at Glastonbury

[@simonadkins9929]

You could be right

[@ShieldIq]

I would agree.

[@xxxxxxxx3476]

Time stood still . And the Universe listened .

[@robertsayshi-px3ux]

Art Lee was a genius.

[@johnhealy6676]

I think you are correct young man What a great band then and now I saw them in July 2024 Brilliant

[@kthomson1307]

The best song from the finest album ever, performed to perfection. It simply does not get better than this.

[@johnstanlake1399]

Amen! And the sun setting over a beautiful Glastonbury with the crowd, young and old, appreciating the music of a true great. Arthur was majestic and backed by some truly wonderful musicians. Perfection

[@crackleford7377]

K Thomson Can’t disagree with a single word.

[@dougpotoksky5415]

K Thomson Hi K! send me a address? Will send you a photo from this show. Really! I am also on facebook.

[@fionamaddock3984]

Too perfect for words! Magical musical moments in the history of time! Setting sun with the finest musicianship! Truly spectacular! RIP Arthur xx

[@happydayz7857]

K Thomson oh it’s too hard to pick a ‘greatest’ song from that heartfelt album

[@dougpotoksky5415]

Yes! Greatest album ever! Tears where coming down my face watching this live! I felt I was dreaming. Even got to meet Arthur backstage! I was one of the photographers. R.I.P.

[@patmuckakaskinnynige8495]

I've watched this performance countless times on here but was at the festival that year n didn't see them! I know I'd earmarked them pre fest but dunno why missed them, I hope it was the super furries that made me stray because that was a goodun

[@ScottWAllen-qi7qq]

The underrated genius and grandeur of Arthur Lee put on full display. One of the greatest songs of the Sixties and the Rock Era. Forever Changes is the greatest album released in 1967. Please put Arthur Lee and Love in the R&R H of F. Rest easy, genius.

[@daglobe]

Arthur is in the Grammy Hall of Fame and Love - Forever Changes is in the National Recording Registry. So there’s that and that!

[@Oh_I_Will]

@@daglobe in other words….screw the OP and his troll like “under rated” garbage

[@dagnabbit6187]

Uh Forever Changes is the greatest LP of all time not just 1967 !

[@modanco]

One of the absolute BEST bands of all time. And this song is one of the BEST of all time. I can listen to it over and over and over, etc.

[@mikebuzz]

and they have the best album of all time remember

[@michael0.770]

Remember folks what Arthur is saying-"For the time that I've been given such a little while, and the things that I must do consist of more than style." Words to live by. One of the best live videos I've seen on youtube, and I've seen thousands.

[@babygirlb3kah]

Yes I try to do my walk on life with this IN my heart, I totally agreed.

[@raddmann336]

I found that line to be very inspirational

[@zyrrhos]

Don't forget one of the most important parts: "And I'll face each day with a smile..." Wake up each day with a smile and a thank you.

[@davidellis485]

Michael 0. Also most profoundly ‘ The only thing that I am sure of is that all that lives is gonna die’

[@michael0.770]

@@davidellis485 For me , it's the line, "the things that I must do consist of more than style."

[@dagnabbit6187]

Incredible to see this live and so well done. The song “ You Set the Scene “ is a masterpiece within a masterpiece. It was written and born during the Vietnam era but it escapes it’s time period and is genuinely timeless !

[@brianscott7057]

Mr. Arthur Lee, YES!! This song in fact the entire recording is a TRUE TRUE CLASSIC!!!!!!! You have been there, and have done THAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!😁😊😁😊😁‼️‼️

[@wayneingram3138]

Very fortunate to have experienced Love Music in 67

[@gwangi64]

If there's ever been a better performance in Glastonbury history I'd like to see it.

[@mrkisnon]

I was 20 and struggling when this album came out and this song was pivotal in my life when I heard the line “ this is the time and life I am living and I’ll face each day with a smile”. And so lucky to see him sing it live in 2003 in Leicester - just amazing 🤩

[@lastnamefirst4035]

Same here. Was having a tough time and those words were very meaningful to me at the time

[@suzannekneale3115]

Me too in Leicester 2003. This was the first album I ever bought, in 1967 when I was 17 living in London 💗🌟

[@Oh_I_Will]

I wasn’t having any Sob Story tough times….I just enjoy great tunes… F-Trolls

[@TheDenman47]

Same here. I was discharged medically from Navy--Depression tough tough time. Arthur and Love got me through.

[@JohnDoe-xk1dv]

I was in that crowd - 21 years old. I'd been supremely lucky to get hold of Forever Changes on CD in my teens, before I saw this performance. I couldn't believe I got to see this in retrospect, before Lee's death. Some of the crowd didn't get it, but you could tell a good number did, who knew about the music history. You couldn't have asked for better that day! - the sunshine, the Sunday evening vibe, the orchestra, it was beautiful. I knew I was seeing something special that day - this album was created for settings like this. RIP, all in Love. You created something that's still drawing new listeners. Magnificent then, and now.

[@gregoryboles9404]

The fact that he was performing in this venue, with an orchestra, was evidence that he wasn 't taken for granted, and that he was appreciated. That is good.

[@lenfana]

I adore this song. It's my favourite song from one of my favourite albums, where EVERY title is a classic. This live version is superb. One musician in particular really grabs my attention, although she doesn't feature that prominently in the video; I'm talking about the young violinist with long straight blonde hair. She transmits her joy at being part of the experience in her face and her body language - she's totally having a ball! Her smile and head movement at 06' 26" explain exactly what I'm saying. Don't blink, or you'll miss her! My wife and I saw 'Love with Arthur Lee' twice in the early noughties - in Wrexham and Shrewsbury, U.K. This was Arthur with the bare band, excluding the brass and string sections. They performed the Forever Changes album and they were fantastic on both occasions. R.I.P. Arthur Lee - truly one of the greats.

[@HandleGF]

Noticed the blonde too. She knew what was happening. Immortal.

[@mrkisnon]

Malin My Nilsson 😊

[@michaelbrown9962]

Don't normally comment, but wonderful performance, brought tears to my eyes - So true to the Forever Changes album bringing back memories of listening to the album in a lonely bedsit in the early 70's and this track being played at Eel Pie Island, singing along with my mates (can't remember circumstances, but that moment never forgotten). Lucky enough to see him at Dunstable during his 1974 tour and again at Aylesbury in 2004. RIP Arthur

[@voiceguy3635]

Mere applause is not enough for this unbelievable performance.

[@ronniecanada]

This is already a classic Arthur. RIP

[@smkh2890]

Great to see another generation get to know this music from the 1960s !

[@tacua52]

Being an old fart, and growing up in the LA area, got to see him quite a few times. I always enjoyed seeing them, what awesome music they made. Thanks AP for posting this great video!!

[@susanneconway]

First concert ....Love, in HB. Still great

[@zyrrhos]

@@susanneconway You've lived every music lover's dream - to be transported back to the Strip in '66 and see Love and The Doors live.

[@kiltedwolf2]

We're probably close in age. I remember that scene as well only I was living on the east coast in the boring South at the time. It must have been unbelievably nice to be around all that music. Of course LOVE helped open the world to the DOORS. I'm so envious. Once I moved to Atlanta in the mid '70s, I was able to experience the music scene to its fullest but nothing, no where at any time, could rival what you got to see and hear.

[@jefferygriffin8785]

An incredible arrangement. This song made it possible for Led Zepplin to have success with a song like Stairway to Heaven. When Robert Plant was asked what album he would take to a desert island if it were the only one he could take he said Forever Changes. It is tragic that Arthur Lee is not given his due.

[@webs2u267]

One of the best albums and songs ever. And very poignant lyrics, knowing that he died way too young. I can play Forever Changes over and over (and I do) and it never gets old. Rest in peace, Arthur Lee.

[@kennethbrown2882]

This one of the best live performances I've ever seen ...this man is a genius and it's hard to its 17 years old already.....RIP Arthur what a mark you left

[@jefyuaz1]

Love was a big part of my life 58 years ago...and still is.

[@tastyflakycod]

This performance made me weep. This album, this song, it profoundly touched me the first time I listened to it, and it has stuck with me ever since. What a gift Arthur Lee was.

[@garethjenkins6273]

Love should have been one of the biggest bands in the world. The members of the Doors all idolised them and even signed with Electra because Love were on the label. Forever Changes is one of the greatest albums of all time. Love, Da Capo and Four Sail were all superb albums as well.

[@jonbr3]

Anyone who was in that crowd are truly lucky... rip Arthur x

[@dougpotoksky5415]

Jon The big M That was me!!

[@patrickpower3750]

Yes lucky people

[@davedmusic3598]

I was at London gig

[@dozman30dozman80]

You can see his genius in this performance. The album Forever Changes is an absolute classic--so far ahead of its time it really cannot be measured. It is sad the original band really did not tour in their prime. Thus, they were never promoted properly. They were far more popular at the time in the UK. Then after he was railroaded into prison on the bogus gun charge and sentenced under the horrendous 3 strikes policy to 12 years and served 5, it is gratifying that he reformed with some great musicians to do these tours in the early 2000s. What a blessing to have these preserved on KZbin. So glad I discovered them. In the late 60s, I had discovered his music and was perfectly enthralled. He died too young of leukemia and his Obit ran in the NYTimes. Robert Plant, Mick Jagger, Neil Young and Jimi Hendrix and many others were great admirers of his creative artistry. Easy to see why.

[@michaelwolf6424]

Much of his lack of promotion was his own fault. Arthur Lee didn't like touring in the advent of his career. In 1968 LOVE was the darling of the Sunset Strip in LA. Epic records wanted to push LOVE only Arthur suggested that his record label take a look at another up and coming band named. . .The DOORS. Epic did take a look. And they signed the DOORS, then promoted them over LOVE. Arthur Lee even lost his girlfriend, Pamela Coursen, to Jim Morrison. Personally I thought that LOVE was imminently more talented than the DOORS but. . . they blew a chance to prove it. Arthur Lee wouldn't have been arrested today on the charges that sent him to prison. He did indeed live a sad life at times. Yet, there was no denying his talent. I still play their music religiously. They were in my generation. Where has the time gone?

[@hibyemeyou5298]

this song, no, this video, saved my life

[@soupsandwich8940]

A masterpiece it gave me chills.

[@Oh_I_Will]

Nah...but it SHOULD be a classic, one day

[@kensternberg3780]

A very under rated genius. Thank you for all of your great songs, Arthur. RIP.

[@bigg2791]

It doesn’t get better than this.

[@peterzang]

You all get it. This is so so special

[@johnhealy6676]

Jeezus wept this is a brilliant song I was around for the first incarnation but I really appreciate it now

[@lastrada52]

Masterful. Excellent. Shivers down the spine when I notice some of those fine musicians on brass & strings were probably not born when this song was first released & they were smiling while they played. And they played so proficiently. What an impressive performance. RIP Arthur....thanks.

[@bobburroughs6241]

Back to it again tonight and eyes watered to see Arthur again. A simply magical track.

[@chriscooke4477]

I couldn't imagine what it it would be like to create such beauty. I think it would itself kill most people. I luckily got to see him a few times in the early 90s an 00s. What delights me nearly as much as the music is he DID get to know in his lifetime how much the records were loved by subsequent generations. Must've been a huge thrill to him. RIP Arthur

[@jospinvanraat8730]

I think so. He was quite nervous after last period of (stupid) jail-time. He seemed to have decided to commit himself to bring this masterpiece to the public in it's glory.

[@christopherbentley5216]

Forever Changes is my favourite album,lucky to see the band live.Wonderful, simply wonderful,

[@japetussvenk6554]

Going to be a classic one day. Indeed.

[@peterbouman9447]

it's a classic now.

[@johnmeethan7850]

@@peterbouman9447 I was quoting Arthur (at 0:25).

[@carlwhite4197]

Made me laugh 😀

[@andrewn8036]

Yes, amazing music..and can't believe there's only four comments.. One of my top ten albums of all time.

[@shemanic1]

So glad I was there to see them perform.

[@chocolatefrogs1992]

I truly believe this is the song that saved Arthur Lee from killing himself. One of the most earnest, non-cloying and transcendental live-your-life pleas ever put on record. Life-changing stuff.

[@nathankay]

this is still so great. RIP Arthur Lee

[@zyrrhos]

Bloody hell. It's one thing to listen to this piece of magic from the album, and quite another to see him perform it live as a full living breathing manifestation of the lyrics. Genius. _For the time that I've been given's such a little while..._ What it must have been like to be on the front row and be hit with that wall of sound.

[@daglobe]

i’ve heard that when he wrote this song at age 21 or 22 he thought he was already dying then

[@lastnamefirst4035]

@@daglobe was he using junk then I wonder

[@TheZoso41]

Now thats a fucking song,in an era when music was lovey dovey,THIS was from another place. SUPERB

[@michaelabrasesco292]

I walked into a Tower Records in Chico 30 years ago one stoned evening and heard this. One of my favorites, but I can’t listen to it all the time.....and for every happy hello, there will be goodbye. Thank you Mr Lee.

[@tominvero4655]

This video made me cry...but they were tears of joy

[@babygirlb3kah]

I see you picture, its IN the same old frame, love you ..........FOREVER CHANGES ARTHUR LEE, REST IN PEACE MY LOVE

[@TheCheeseandrice1]

I think this is the best song to come out of the 60s, if not the 20th century.

[@shanekennedy1480]

Arthur lee & love are simply . . . . . THE BEST BAND OF ALL TIME !!!!!! 👍😎 💕🎇🎆

[@elvee5174]

During my high school years LOVE, The Beach Boys and The Moody Blues were my favorites. i still listen to them all.

[@David-mo5jw]

The 2nd part is so life affirming and urging us to get on with the NOW,cheers Arthur you left your mark right enough.

[@TheDenman47]

This gets me every time. I have been listening to Love since '66.

[@LordAmbrosia1]

I went to Glastonbury every time it was on from 1987 to 1998, but there's no time since that I've wished that I could've been back there more than this. Arthur with the setting sun on his face, band, strings'n'brass balanced to perfection, amazing song from an amazing album. Oh, man. Just perfect.

[@georged4075]

Great live version of one of the all time greatest songs. Would always stay awake until midnight as WNEW FM dj Scott Muni would always end his broadcast with this song. He also recognized the true genius!

[@blueoctgal]

Scotzo❤️

[@herrweiss2580]

Jonathan Schwartz.

[@mrlucky777]

@@herrweiss2580 yeah I remember Schwartz playing this on WNEW and also Rosko playing it before him

[@vollsticks]

Absolutely transcendental

[@josephobenauer3093]

Absolutely mind-boggling,

[@ardowynn2592]

I was lucky enough to see Arthur Lee & lOvE at Town Hall in NYC with The Zombies and I'll never forget...

[@Oh_I_Will]

Forever Changes and Odyssey and Oracle At the same gig...holy smokes

[@psyndicated5929]

One word: Masterpiece

[@peterduce5525]

Guess it was about 1968, I was 24 at the time, I bought "Forever Changes", played it until it packed up almost. Truly wonderful music and it still is and that's no nostalgia trip either.

[@edwilliamson956]

I am fortunate enough to have seen him twice during this final tour. Forever Changes in England is as revered as much as Sgt Peppers by many. It is amazing to me that he was largely obscure in his native country

[@glenngamst61]

Arthur Lee RIP. What a talent. LA Psychedelic rock lives on.

[@joshuabrande2417]

This song remains one of the best songs ever from its beginnings in Forever Changes (1967) to this day. RIP Arthur Lee.

[@TheJayson8899]

One of the best and most beautiful songs ever written

[@jimeathorne]

Incredible performance of an incredible album! RIP Arthur

[@christopherhuot2826]

Many people don't know that Arthur's input into the music included the strings and horns! GENIUS

[@tacey505]

genius at work

[@Farmlandsfallfan]

Just seen this on BBC Glastonbury highlights. Absolutely magnificent, spine tingling.

[@gotangirl]

I just love LOVE ❤ . Arthur , you were a genius , miss you so much ❤

[@kahaki]

Love. Forever.

[@wongnaichungrd]

Only 2 comments on this classic! WTF? Great to see Arthur playing live again before his passing.

[@jospinvanraat8730]

I saw him twice, probably 2003, 2004 / 5 . SO GREAT :) I was i clouds for weesk afterwards! 'FOREVER CHANGES'. The album many wish they'd have made! ...

[@Oh_I_Will]

Relax skippy...you posted this within a few weeks of UL...sheesh

[@ctjbush7655]

One of my favorite all-time bands: LOVE

[@iconicshrubbery]

0:23 This next ones going to be a classic, one day" 0:32 bass/acoustic intro to 1st verse 1:37 2nd verse 2:21 bass/accoustic 2:33 string section 2:51 pause. drum interlude 2:54 strings and brass section in decendency 3:08 3rd verse 3:31 4th verse 4:03 5th verse 4:39 6th verse 5:50 7th verse 6:22 finale with complete orchestra and marching parade fadeout. Why did I post this? Because of its scope, variety and dialogue between Arthur(his mind) and the instruments giving expression to it. It really is a Classic.

[@stephenmiholick7548]

This is a perfect song in every way... Thank you Arthur Lee.

[@freeon2]

It gives me chills. So good.

[@jimpriestley6693]

Makes my day every time! The best!

[@SuperTurnir]

From Russia Love - my favorite band)

[@tacey505]

I dont think any artist has recreated a song from vynil to live better than this, this is one of the greatest songs ever

[@nathanwilding7343]

I'd have given anything to have been there to see this. Absolutely amazing!

[@jeffkharpoharpo3472]

A Great Classic!! "Rest in peace Mr,Lee"

[@jospinvanraat8730]

He was far ahead of his time! I hear that Morrison (Doors) used to follow him around, not daring to ask what for question. I suppose those who are old enough can say if this is correct.

[@HandleGF]

The Doors always acknowledged how much Arthur & Love helped them

[@psychedelicpiper999]

Jim did the same with Eric Burden, from what I heard. Jim was the new kid on the block who was in awe of his idols, and was still working on his confidence skills.

[@mikered71]

Absolutely timeless!

[@TobcioccLeyton]

Love at Glastonbury this year is beyong outstanding, best festival footage I've ever seen.

[@petecernan2568]

Now that’s music at its best

[@carolcoutts2801]

True classic love love

[@billplum5060]

Youthful violinists and trumpteters are loving this.....a gem from before they were born. How kool is that?? Arthur Lee STILL at the top of his game. Soft yet forceful voice.....It's Love 4 EVER.

[@lennykotke3254]

Arthur Lee forever!

[@Deedee-ee1sg]

Wish I could have been at this incredible gig

[@gpass60]

Well, that was perfect.,,

[@peterzang]

Already is.

[@johndriver8646]

The lyrics and Music from This Album gave me words that I've lived by since it's release in 1967 ,,yeah I'm THAT Old .. I'm the man who could not decide to fight what my father thinks is right . I've had at least 4 copies on vinyl and Cd .. Thanx !!!

[@peterasker3227]

Thank you for sharing. This was amazing. Why og why I missed Arthur on this tour…

[@namesameasu]

Time ... time ... time ... time .......

[@lingcod91]

Other music exists . . . and then there is FOREVER CHANGES.

[@evangelinascotellarofrachi6823]

AMO ESTO

[@peaceloads1368]

FOREVER BRILLIANT.

[@jamesroets800]

Amazing. Just amazing. I grew up in their time and heard their music, but not very often - which is a shame. This video is fantastic. The young blond violinist can hardly contain herself - all musicians recognize when a song comes together musically and she's definitely feeling the vibe. Love this song.

[@blueoctgal]

James Roets I was thinking the same about the look of pure joy on that girls’ face. What a trip for all of the supporting musicians to be part of that magical experience

[@HandleGF]

Yeah, she knew it was immortal

[@raoulduke-k9d]

Absolutely love it. The best album

[@johnmarshall2027]

Really wanted to see this concert, but at the time I had 3 kids under the age of 10 and was living in NZ so the timing was just not right. My sister bought me a Love tee shirt to soften the blow!

[@xxxxxxxx3476]

We can't be everywhere in this life . But no doubt when you watch this , you're there !!!! As I am , and all the others who weren't there then . But because of the miracle that is KZbin , we are now . Better late than never !!!!

[@tropicaldan]

What a performance!

[@theunpossiblefile]

Now THAT was something to hear again.

[@lamardeal3547]

Love the brass and strings...