I.R.T. Made The Ultimate Electro Single... Then Vanished

[@MichaelWilliams85]

I was fully immersed in the story of a group I have never heard of doing a genre I rarely listen to, great documentary!

[@Bandsplaining]

Thank you! 😂

[@rjonzun5828]

​@@BandsplainingI absolutely love electro funk and never heard of this song. Thanks!

[@GRINDETHIKSMIXTAPESHOW]

@@Bandsplaining Hey I like your video I was wondering if I can interview u next month and talk music history

[@ceemajor4320]

In your Video you said that Stephen Sells never had another major release well that is wrong. I also I wrote lyrics on both of the songs, just was not quoted as a writer. They did not put my name on the first recored. After they would not do my song as the 3rd song this is the black New Wave. I signed out of the CONtract and Had to change my name just like Prince since the Label Owned it. Just to keep working in the music Biz! Both Randy and Vicky know this That is sad they did not tell you this But that why I left. Thank you.

[@DeadBird-wp9of]

Thank you for being a journalist - which has done foodwork (sadly rare today). I loved the record since I heard it in 1983 (if I see the record I always pick it up) - the elevator "boy" story was really heartbreaking, still music is the crudest business. For me you made my day after discovering the backstory 41 years later. Such a unique record. Thanks, again.

[@ceemajor4320]

In your Video you said that Stephen Sells never had another major release well that is wrong. I also I wrote lyrics on both of the songs, just was not quoted as a writer. They did not put my name on the first recored. After they would not do my song as the 3rd song this is the black New Wave. I signed out of the CONtract and Had to change my name just like Prince since the Label Owned it. Just to keep working in the music Biz! Both Randy and Vicky know this That is sad they did not tell you this But that why I left. Thank you.

[@moskva-kassiopeya]

Wow. Just imagine how many bands and interesting stories are left behind throughout the music history? And how many talented people didn’t make it and now are forgotten forever? It’s really like became famous and successful in music is a survivorship bias rather than something very likely.

[@TheBigMclargehuge]

"interesting"

[@Xsiondu]

When you learn about all the "at a loss" records that shady labels put out you will lose your mind.

[@Symphonicrockfran]

An obscure story, a good storyteller, a group of people who love music, and amazing animations. Congrats.

[@mitlaufer4798]

Electro is such a rich genre and has a large historic and international weight, driving electronic dance music innovation to this day. It baffles me that it doesnt get the attention as other electronic genres, especially when they often have their roots in Electro.

[@OrgaNik_Music]

It might not be in the spotlight, but the electro scene is still pretty vibrant in the underground circles.

[@ghanim1000]

Such an interesting story, I'd love to see I.R.T. release some of their songs officially online to get a chance to listen to it.

[@ceemajor4320]

It is on line

[@beeftartar]

About time you posted! This was so interesting cuz I'm sure there's so much behind the scenes we don't get to see with bands

[@partykaleta]

Love to see the boys postin’

[@waldzz]

​@@partykaletaonly the best

[@crazyyankee3010]

Am i seeing this right? Only 15K views? Commenting in hopes this pushes the algorithm. This video was great

[@ceemajor4320]

In your Video you said that Stephen Sells never had another major release well that is wrong. I also I wrote lyrics on both of the songs, just was not quoted as a writer. They did not put my name on the first recored. After they would not do my song as the 3rd song this is the black New Wave. I signed out of the CONtract and Had to change my name just like Prince since the Label Owned it. Just to keep working in the music Biz! Both Randy and Vicky know this That is sad they did not tell you this But that why I left. Thank you.

[@gtabro1337]

And this is why I love the internet.

[@Stelios78910]

This was fascinating. Props to all the interviewees for doing this and sharing their story. Thanks

[@b1merio]

Damn. Gonna have Watch The Closing Doors stuck in my head all day now.

[@stockbag]

one of the best tracks ever. always wondered wtf so tyvm for this. Much appreesh.

[@ceemajor4320]

In your Video you said that Stephen Sells never had another major release well that is wrong. I also I wrote lyrics on both of the songs, just was not quoted as a writer. They did not put my name on the first recored. After they would not do my song as the 3rd song this is the black New Wave. I signed out of the CONtract and Had to change my name just like Prince since the Label Owned it. Just to keep working in the music Biz! Both Randy and Vicky know this That is sad they did not tell you this But that why I left. Thank you.

[@solarsombrero227]

This channel is an absolute treasure!

[@declanmcmanus5674]

One of my favorite songs of all time…for. Long time, you couldn’t even find it on the internet! Great to hear these guys get some props!

[@jeremiahjohnson2741]

Take A Chance by Mr. Flagio. One of the best electronic dance songs of the 80's.There's very little on the group other than it being produced in Italy and under Squish Records. I first discovered them from one of my dad's mix tapes he used to get from friends that live recorded them at clubs in the late 70s and early 80's, and then only re-discovered them years later on an IF compilation.

[@margaretgarigan]

A couple more subway songs to add to your collection: Brooklyn Funk Essentials’ 1994 album Cool and Steady and Easy is bookended by the songs Take the L Train (to Brooklyn) and Take the L Train (to 8th Ave.).

[@firebrand36]

This would be a great companion piece to a doc about Double Dee and Steinski - the architects behind the “lessons.”

[@anadraham2995]

I love all your content but this one knocked my wool knit socks off‼️ I so enjoyed this journey💯💯💯

[@ceemajor4320]

In your Video you said that Stephen Sells never had another major release well that is wrong. I also I wrote lyrics on both of the songs, just was not quoted as a writer. They did not put my name on the first recored. After they would not do my song as the 3rd song this is the black New Wave. I signed out of the CONtract and Had to change my name just like Prince since the Label Owned it. Just to keep working in the music Biz! Both Randy and Vicky know this That is sad they did not tell you this But that why I left. Thank you.

[@flower-ld5id]

one of my fav electro tracks

[@joshuawilliamson2290]

Obsessed with absolutely every video on this page, nailed it as always!

[@konniptions5289]

Amazing video! Keep up the great work!

[@TrickmanTerry]

Great story! I remember this song fondly from back in the day. I was a kid from Chicago that loved house mixes and breakdancing music. This came on the radio and it was about NY subways and so catchy! I'm now back trying to find these track I used to listen to, and this one was nowhere to be found on any of the streaming platforms I suscribe to. KZbin to the rescue! Most are low quality, unfortunately. But then I came across this about the history. I loved it, cuz I really wanted to know the back story and why the song was so obscure. So, thank you for scratching that itch and helping with my nostalgia! Loved it! ❤

[@soovorovavlada]

great documentary, thank you ❤

[@DougBohm]

Obscure lost story. Thanks for unearthing it!

[@ceemajor4320]

In your Video you said that Stephen Sells never had another major release well that is wrong. I also I wrote lyrics on both of the songs, just was not quoted as a writer. They did not put my name on the first recored. After they would not do my song as the 3rd song this is the black New Wave. I signed out of the CONtract and Had to change my name just like Prince since the Label Owned it. Just to keep working in the music Biz! Both Randy and Vicky know this That is sad they did not tell you this But that why I left. Thank you.

[@thomp9054]

This is great! Music history for the win!

[@tessiepinkman]

Thank you *so* much for this video, it made me truly happy - I love learning about older music that's new to me, especially very niche music like this. And this deep dive into what made this music happen just made my day so much better than it was when I woke up an hour ago (it's 7.50 AM here in Norway). I truly, truly love this channel. It's the best KZbin-channel I've found in quite a few years. I love music, all types of music, and you fulfill that need I have for KNOWLEDGE! So, thank you again. And THANK YOU to Randy and Vicky for letting us in on the story! Wonderful interviews.

[@ceemajor4320]

In your Video you said that Stephen Sells never had another major release well that is wrong. I also I wrote lyrics on both of the songs, just was not quoted as a writer. They did not put my name on the first recored. After they would not do my song as the 3rd song this is the black New Wave. I signed out of the CONtract and Had to change my name just like Prince since the Label Owned it. Just to keep working in the music Biz! Both Randy and Vicky know this That is sad they did not tell you this But that why I left. Thank you.

[@docscott189]

@Bandsplaining - One of the most original bands I have ever heard is Getaway Cruiser. Virtually unheard of, but they worked with Kool Kieth, and Pras. They never made a dent in the alternative charts, but every person I have introduced to Getaway Cruiser has fallen in love with them. Similar to IRT, they’re virtually unknown, and have minimal online info. They might make a great story.

[@bl182folyfe]

Watch the closing doors!

[@beeftartar]

It's stuck in my head too!

[@kuukeli]

thank you for the video

[@sorrowfulsatchel679]

Incredible documentary! I can only imagine how many hours and weeks you must have put into doing all this research. Kudos!

[@jazzandbeyond7549]

Randy is also the President of Jazzheads Records, a leading label in the genre.

[@fragilegods]

This is an amazing story. Great work!

[@ezy.doesit]

what a great research! well done! i personally know so many people like Raul Rodriguez, its a messed up industry!

[@kth4480]

Great video. There are probably thousands of songs like this one. Pretty good but still obscure and forgotten, yet every single one has a story behind it. And this song in particular has the fortune of having been recorded and released during a very interesting time in popular music. Love learning about this stuff. There are so many artists that never quite managed to break through into mainstream popularity that deserve to have their story told.

[@ceemajor4320]

In your Video you said that Stephen Sells never had another major release well that is wrong. I also I wrote lyrics on both of the songs, just was not quoted as a writer. They did not put my name on the first recored. After they would not do my song as the 3rd song this is the black New Wave. I signed out of the CONtract and Had to change my name just like Prince since the Label Owned it. Just to keep working in the music Biz! Both Randy and Vicky know this That is sad they did not tell you this But that why I left. Thank you.

[@ValentinBeeeeee]

I get goosebumps from these videos, it’s so great to hear the stories of artists i’ve never heard of, who could’ve become the next top chart contender in their times, a lot to learn from these stories.

[@0therun1t21]

Damn, thank you for this, you nail it every single video.

[@onegcds]

Very well done

[@ronenriquez3703]

Great story! Loved it!

[@aloe8483]

That’s so strange I don’t remember what prompted me a year ago to search them up, could’ve been a topster or utube video, but I did and I loved it but forgot about it until I clicked on this video, thx

[@mrd5024]

As someone who used to breakdance in the very early 80s, some clubs used to play this song 10 times a night so all the kids could break. The track captures the vibe so perfectly

[@yesitismedoyouknowwhatimean]

will you ever make a video about Danger Music? (Dick Higgins, Hanatarash, etc.) if yes, PLEASE mention Justice Yeldham! His main instrument is a piece of glass hooked up to a ton of guitar pedals, and his music sounds UNREAL there's an interview with him on youtube, it's really interesting

[@rossamundbrennan7248]

I've met Lucas, he's a character. Super lovely classic dad who then goes and does these hectic performances.

[@marcel1372]

yeah Prince was so multi talented he not only did everything himself but he was so bored with that he proceeded to write and manage and take over like at least 5 or 6 seperate girl groups, most at the same time..also The Time...also giving Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis their start

[@anthemrecords6424]

great shop.. My friend John works there. Been in that very bin many times.

[@carmelograci8127]

I remember this song growing up. And I just recently bought this online. I thought I was the only one who liked this song. It was played on the original KTU here in New York. (92.3) great background piece thank you!

[@ceemajor4320]

Thank you ?

[@DuckAlertBeats]

Interesting. Somehow this electro tune slipped me by all these years despite coming from that era and living in a world of hip hop ever since! Great video. Can somebody please get Vicky Germaise and Ricky Gervaise together for an electro collab?

[@jonathanleiner4754]

You completely transcend “video essay”. These are true documentaries.

[@cronkitesatellite]

Great vid yo!

[@kandigloss6438]

Certainly not quite as obscure, but another band from the 80s NYC dance scene worth looking into could be Konk. They are usually lumped in with the No Wave scene but they were really early jazz and funk influenced house music if you ask me. Also, loved this video, you have improved a lot from the old videos that I stumbled onto your channel with.

[@gardenboydon]

Music journalism at its finest!

[@ceemajor4320]

He Missed Contacting Me, Cee Major Stephen my hands were on the board!!

[@ScaryMoblins]

Watching this thinking it’s got Defunctland vibes, then dude comes on screen looking like Epcot’s Buzzy.

[@Bandsplaining]

BUSTED

[@ScaryMoblins]

@@Bandsplaining Great vid BTW

[@Bandsplaining]

@@ScaryMoblins Appreciate it, also I think you just found bandsplaining's new logo...

[@SlaserX]

I always wondered about IRT

[@markkilley2683]

Great stuff. And this has been lost to time until now?

[@DeadBird-wp9of]

BTW, to give you back some input listen to "Stormy Weather" by the Sierras (on Mail Call), this is a surprising happy version with a South American touch - I once heard it at the house of Henry M. in the Bay Area (he was the biggest bootlegger in the 80's for DooWop - just made one with Elvis by mistake and had to stop); he and many other guys like Rip Lay and Val Shivley bought this music container-wise (for a while I collected Devora Brown's Fortune-Label, Detroit, for the reason of buying inexpensive records with high artistry quality in different genre (Opera to Jungle Drums to Gospel to Funk).

[@7p7m7]

Top vid

[@dylan.t180]

Amazing story

[@ceemajor4320]

Some truth not all

[@edsinrise9803]

Always interesting videos, but couldn't you have told Ms. Germaise about the reflection in her glasses? Though maybe she knew and DGAF.

[@Bandsplaining]

This is a lo-fi KZbin channel. We keep our lens flares in and we watch them proudly. No in all seriousness, I’m still new to the interviewing thing 😂. Now that I have some actual video experts on the team, I’ll keep an eye on this in the future.

[@birdy369]

Would love to see a Bandsplaining of the genre 80s Latin Freestyle music; there is literally only ONE DOCUMENTARY/YT video that documents/explains the history of the genre!! MANY if not ALL of the songs in the genre take from this type of song as well as these other artists here - Try: Quadrant Six (body mechanic, specifically) MC ADE Egyptian Lover World Class Wrecking Cru (Dr Dre before NWA) Cybotron Afrika Bambaataa Matrix (Its Time To Rock/Jam, its time) Freestyle (Dont Stop The Rock, Its Automatic) Pretty Tony Now, for Latin Freestyle, whos sounds are SO incredibly close to those, and whos sound eventually morphed into house and many of the tracks have house remixes to them: Trinere DebbIe Deb Stevie B Johnny O Sweet Sensation Shannon/Jimi Tunnell Expose There are SO MANY GEMS that are unheard of and that have SUCH incredible sounds to them from both of these genres!

[@badmonkey0001]

@9:38 Whoa! Michael Jackson with stubble!

[@MicrolabMusic]

Actually I think that the ultimate electro track is B-Boys Beware with Two Sisters (feat G.L.O.B.E.). All their tracks were produced by Raul Rodriguez. So sad he passed away.

[@DeadBird-wp9of]

G.L.O.B.E. & Whiz Kid "Play That Beat" - man I love this record, still.

[@nogo1098]

great video. can u do a video on Ethiopian music in late 60's and early 70's its very fascinating

[@cormickcostello109]

you the dude from engine summer?

[@livertiny]

The song sounds kinda similar to Transit Ride by Guru. Wonder if he got some inspiration for that from this song or purely got his inspiration from the subway too...

[@CatFish107]

Listening to the record label executive reminisce about her friend she allowed to die in poverty really makes it clear how ghoulish they are. "Maybe I should have managed him... oh well." Damn lady, you're cold.

[@ceemajor4320]

Wow Truth

[@SatsJava]

You should make a video about Dewa19

[@ceemajor4320]

In your Video you said that Stephen Sells never had another major release well that is wrong. I also I wrote lyrics on both of the songs, just was not quoted as a writer. They did not put my name on the first recored. After they would not do my song as the 3rd song this is the black New Wave. I signed out of the CONtract and Had to change my name just like Prince since the Label Owned it. Just to keep working in the music Biz! Both Randy and Vicky know this That is sad they did not tell you this But that why I left. Thank you.

[@Bandsplaining]

Hey Stephen, it's an honor to have you comment on the video! I just sent you an email. I'd love to do an interview to hear your side of the story

[@ceemajor4320]

​@@Bandsplaining Hi, I have not received your email? Though I would love to have you interview me thank you.

[@Bandsplaining]

@@ceemajor4320 Let's see, I replied to an email sent from your Yahoo message... I'll send another one. Perhaps it's in the spam folder? If you don't see it, can you shoot me a message at [e-mail] ?

[@DaJellomanj]

Nick Mullen and the Red Scare

[@TarantinosCat]

14:56 does anyone know the name of the show?

[@101Ezb]

Rowlan?

[@seanthornton726]

Watch the closing doors sounds like Ice T’s reckless

[@ceemajor4320]

1983 way before Ice T ok

[@seanthornton726]

@@ceemajor4320 Ice T was actually in the 1983 HipHop Documentary Breakin' 'N' Enterin...

[@ceemajor4320]

"Reckless" is a song by Chris "The Glove" Taylor & David Storrs, featuring Ice-T. The song was released in 1984 on the soundtrack of Breakin'.[2]

[@ceemajor4320]

en. wikipedia.org/wiki/ Reckless_ ( Chris_%22The_Glove%22_Taylor_%26_ David_ Storrs_ song)

[@ilfantasticobananajothesci3922]

remember sampling nowadays it's all bought? pls u live it or f ff

[@NotAlwaysBilly]

Why don't you pronounce the letter "g"?

[@samuraijack9532]

peoples records :)

[@notyou6674]

not gonna lie i thought the song sucked

[@TheBigMclargehuge]

This was not interesting.

[@ceemajor4320]

@ceemajor4320 10 months ago I am the Rapper of this song - the manager only put my name on the 2nd song Made in the USA and my old friend Russell was the vocals on the 3rd because I sign off the label OK This is the 40th Anniversary for my first Song Oct 12 1983. Watch the Closing Doors - IRT Interboro Rhythm Team Vocals - Cee Major Stephen Mixed By - John Morales & Sergio Munzibai Producer - Randy Klein, Raul A. Rodriguez Manager - Vicky Germaise Writers - Vicky Germaise, Randy Klein and Cee Major Stephen even though they did not put my name on the Record.