Behind The Sophisticated & Elegant Father of 80s New Wave Plus Top 5 songs | VOX | Professor of Rock

Bryan Ferry of Roxy Music crafted his own distinctive singing style- developing a beautiful voice that matches his sophisticated flair- elegant, charming, and gallant. He has quietly become one of the most influential artists of the Rock Era- deeply affecting many notable performers, including Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Morrissey and David Bowie- particularly his Serious Moonlight phase. If David Bowie is the ’thin white duke’, then, at 6 foot one inch, Bryan Ferry is the ’tall suave chevalier. We cover his top 5 songs, that we call a fiver, songs like Love is the Drug, More Than This, and Slave to Love.
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#5- From 1980, “Over You” the lead single off the Roxy Music album Flesh + Blood (Flesh and Blood).
Co-written by Bryan & guitarist Phil Manzanera- “Over You” was a #5 hit in the UK.
Bryan performs “Over You” with the pining of a desperate lover.
#4- “Sensation” - from the 1985 solo Bryan Ferry release Boys and Girls, which is a SUPERB album. I like to call the Boys and Girls album Bryan Ferry’s 'solo Avalon', because it has so many amazing cuts.
#3- “Love Is the Drug”
It was the only Roxy Music song to break the Top 40 in American- reaching #30 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1975
The song was much bigger in the UK- rising all the way to #2, and #3 in Canada.
#2- From 1985 “Slave to Love”
The first single from the Boys & Girls record.
It was a #10 hit in the UK
#1- “More Than This” the melancholy masterpiece from the vaunted Roxy Music album Avalon- released in 1982.
Bryan Ferry just simply nails this song with a powerful tone of despondency in his vocal performance that resonates with anyone that has felt the agony of a broken love affair. It’s a vicious punch to the stomach that can hurt far worse than any other physical affliction.
Bryan Ferry has been asked many times why he thinks “More Than This” has endured, and his answer is fundamental. He believes that the gloomy dreariness of the constant clouds and rain that he experienced while writing the song in Western Ireland put him in a perfect state of mind to come up with such a wonderfully dark composition.
“More Than This” ascended to #6 in Australia and the UK
In America, it attracted a cult New Wave following, but failed to crack the Billboard Hot 100.
It is difficult to mention my appreciation for Bryan Ferry’s vocal performance on “More Than This” without gushing over the depth of the entire Avalon album on which “More Than This” is the first cut.
The title track, for instance, is an incredible song, as is “The Space Between” and “the Main Thing”, but all 10 songs on the album are outstanding. Even the instrumental “Tara” is beautiful, showcasing Andy MacKay’s stellar talent as a saxophonist, and Bryan Ferry is extraordinary throughout.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Poll: Who has the most soothing voice in music?

[@Slammy555]

I'm going to go with Enya.

[@santoshsharma483]

Christine McVei, Crystal Gail.

[@AABB-bm9kk]

No disagreement with the other choices- But I’ll say Sade

[@RBS_]

hmmmmm, let's SEE... (cont.) - Chris Deburgh - Sade - Diana Krall - Tony Headley (Spandau Ballet) - Babs - Olivia Newton John - Christine McVie (Fleetwood Mac) - Corrienne McDrewery (Swing Out Sister) - Tracy Thorn (Everything But The Girl) - Anne Murray - K.D. Lang - Lionel Richie - Basia - James Taylor - Luther Vandross - Paul Simon - LINDA RONSTADT(!!!) - ....and, the one...the ONLY...Karen Carpenter!! ......anybody else, wanna match me!?? ..ha-HAAA!

[@DaveCosley]

Do you mean "in Rock music"? Because in Country music I would say Jim Reeves. In Rock/pop music I might go with Neil Diamond or Lionel Richie.

[@tristramcoffin926]

Bryan Ferry authored the entire New Romantic movement of the early & mid 80s. He is criminally underrated. So glad to see PoR give him his due.

[@lawrencerisley7231]

Agreed. I'm no expert but the music really grabbed me back in the day. Thanks for covering it PoR, that review makes me feel good about my taste in music. I'm sorta baffled that Rick Beato hasn't done an episode. Just proves the point of how underrated they are. Love the mention of the greats joining in on Avalon. Brian's a cool cat for sure.

[@Beermaker2000]

I was lucky enough to see him on his most recent tour in 2019, where he played all of Avalon. Not in the typical corny front-to-back way that other artist do, but interspersed among his solo stuff and older, deep cut Roxy tunes. He was truly amazing.

[@sandramcmillan4200]

Wow!! I bet it was amazing!! Avalon is my all time favorite song. ❤

[@PresidentGas1]

Saw him at the Greek Theater in Berkeley in 1985. Just fantastic ......

[@Mark-zu6oz]

I saw him on that tour. He still sounded as good as ever.

[@michaelmoraga2926]

@@PresidentGas1 Right on (I love shows at Greek Theater)... I was almost there (long story) I caught the '99 Oakland show (won tickets off the radio!) at the Paramount Theatre. The lighting of that swanky place was incredible and the crowd frantic during the second half full of deep-cut Roxy songs.... "In Every Home a Heartache" just wow Greetings from Kobe, Japan.

[@gussyboy5167]

Saw roxy live in 2001 and Bryan ferry solo in 2002. A great showman and outstanding talent.

[@jeffcusworth1130]

Bryan Ferry is so underrated as an artist from the last 40 years.

[@davidcopson5800]

Not by me.

[@duffbaker9554]

I'd say he's highly-rated by those in the know but sadly, overlooked by those who aren't.

[@alxk3441]

@@davidcopson5800 I'm just going to say it, I'll take Brian ferry over David Bowie 9 times out of 10

[@martinmcdonald4207]

50 years even. It all began with Roxy Music in 1972. And it has been a Pleasure.

[@OnlyGoodMusic_]

It was massive. What are you taking about? He had 6 number 1 albums with Roxy Music and his solo career and 15 singles in the top 10.

[@bradleyrobinson7552]

Wasn't much into new wave and dance, but "More Than This" is still terrific after all these years.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Perfect song.

[@shootermcgavin2067]

Plenty of quality rock/glam-rock songs on early Roxy albums. I'd recommend their debut album and Stranded

[@emanonfox1709]

not sure I would classify them as either, but I agree "More Than This" is timeless!

[@Zebrowsky79]

Norah Jones and Charlie Hunter did a cover of it about 10 years ago it’s a really good rendition

[@IamSquirrel]

I was into New Wave and Punk, but I think Bryan Ferry was overlooked because the general population in America didn’t like either. More Than This blew my mind. It still does. It’s so ethereal.

[@cristinaburman5609]

"More than this" was my first dance song at my wedding! Still a classic timeless song. The Avalon album will always be a #1 in my heart still to this day, so many great songs!

[@DavidSmith-zd2rp]

Lost in Translation got me hooked on Avalon and I haven't looked back. Still one I listen to regularly.

[@007ndc]

Finally an homage to Mr. Suave himself Bryan Ferry , a man who is woefully underappreciated on this side of the Pond

[@ProfessorofRock]

So true!

[@007ndc]

@@ProfessorofRock keep up the good work.

[@RFXLR]

You could also add Don’t Stop the Dance as an honorable mention

[@ProfessorofRock]

I could have about 10 H.M. So good.

[@6lillium]

Took the words from my fingers....

[@davidtharp1591]

Sting IwantmyMtv

[@davidtharp1591]

Slave Rolling Stones

[@foxandscout]

I love that song!

[@MattWoodsAus]

Same Old Scene was a masterpiece

[@wayne_twentyfive]

Agree .. From their best ( IMHO ) album, "Flesh and Blood" .. So many great songs from it :- "Same Old Scene", "Oh Yeah" ( my personal favourite ), "Over You", "8 Miles High", and more.

[@wayne_twentyfive]

My favourite Bryan Ferry / Roxy Music song is "Oh Yeah", from my favourite Roxy Music album, "Flesh and Blood" .. "Oh Yeah" is so smooth and has such a sweet melody .. I never get tired of listening to it .. I'm glad you included "Over You" in your Top 5, because it's definitely in mine too .. Thanks, Wayne

[@michaelmoraga2926]

Spot on... sublime!

[@wayne_twentyfive]

@@michaelmoraga2926 Cheers, mate .. I knew there had to be some more "Oh Yeah" fans out there .. As you correctly said, it is indeed sublime !

[@troubledspirit3328]

Agree totally

[@WomanOfElegance]

Slave to Love Kiss and Tell Windswept Avalon More than This. Bryan Ferry is simply the best. Watched him perform at the Royal Albert Hall in London a few years ago and he was exceptional.

[@refuzed74]

Mother of Pearl - Roxy Music. is also a masterpiece.

[@evakatrinaa]

Oh, it is.

[@PaulinaAngel]

A beautiful tribute to Bryan Ferry & Roxy Music. More Than This will always hold a special place in my heart, it stopped me from committing suicide at the age of 14. Granted it was the 10,000 Maniacs cover that saved me, but the lyrics were just so poetic, that it made me realized that I still had a lot more to live for and there is more songs for me to discover and explore. I finally heard the Roxy Music version a couple of years later while playing bass at a recording session for this man and wife group, and they gave me their cassette copy of the Street Life compilation. I've since bought all of Bryan's and Roxy's albums on vinyl and cd, and he truly influenced me a lot in my songwriting and compositions.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Wow. Thank you for sharing.

[@fiftyfishbottom]

I was an American student in London, 1974. Roxy Music rocked me. We did the Stand. Both Ends Burning, a favorite. I followed through time and enjoyed it all.

[@markjones2879]

I met Bryan Ferry in 2011 in Birmingham UK, when he did an album signing session. He was charming, impossibly suave and a true gent. Usually famous people look like the rest of us in real life, Ferry had an aura about him. He carefully signed the Olympia album (a terrific LP by the way) and held it open for a moment to let the ink dry, gently slide it back into the slip case and shook my hand. Great experience.

[@monica93304]

When I play "More than this" on the Touch Tunes at the bar, the younger kids in their early 30's dig it but have no idea who this is.

[@KonaOffGrid]

Saw Roxy in San Francisco at 16.....I'm 65 Now and still Enjoy this Band ❤

[@pauladamson8684]

Every dream home is class personified

[@FatherAndTeacherTV]

Before I heard him even sing, he looked like somebody I should know. Probably of the few rock/pop stars who looked like a film star, whether they were one or not.

[@DerekBly57]

I remember reading a men's fashion article a couple of years ago that explored Bryan Ferry's style sense. In the article, the writer noted something like, older guys in tux's sometimes seem kind of sad. But Bryan Ferry still looks like the guy who is going to steal your girlfriend. I couldn't agree more!

[@Sputnikcosmonot]

@@DerekBly57 suppossedly he ended up marrying his son's ex so he truly did steal girlfriends.

[@ScarletVoodoo]

@@Sputnikcosmonot Wowsers

[@livinginnewhampshire8231]

How could you not mention 'Bête Noire'?! That was an incredible, album. So dark, polished and sophisticated.

[@suemommie]

Agreed! Loved that album when it came out. Add ‘Down in Limbo’. That one was my favorite. Edit: Kiss and Tell was also great

[@livinginnewhampshire8231]

@@suemommie You are so very right! Even my teenagers think it sounds cool (better) than most of the stuff their friends play.

[@danbartfield8252]

I thought the same thing!!! I have bete noire on vinyl :)

[@donatoiacovino6968]

'Beta Noir' sounds amazing this time of the year

[@jeffkharpoharpo3472]

"A Song for Europe " A True Gem! I saw Mr.Ferry and Roxy Music 2 times in concert ! will never forget those times! also M.T.V. Thank You ! Professor of Rock.

[@OAlem]

Funny I was just telling my client, who's a fan of Sade, to check out Ferry's opus Mamouna. I also used the adjectives elegant and sophisticated.

[@markallen2984]

I like Sade but I have always thought that "Diamond Life" in particular made an effort to duplicate the sound/vibe of Avalon

[@johnlopez3996]

Mamouna is amazing. I remember when Bryan Ferry toured for that album back in 1994.

[@michaelmoraga2926]

(I posted likewise here)... "Momouna" is creative peak Ferry-solo (and the seamless "Taxi"). The sonics and textures are sublime. The musicians are top shelf, as is the voice of Carleen Anderson as "back up".

[@Reprodestruxion]

I love Mamouna , plus it’s Eno Cameo. It’s Bryan Ferry’s own Outside album

[@michaelmoraga2926]

@@Reprodestruxion Nice comparison! I love Outside as well. Both sonic adventures of different flavours.

[@cleanenergyinside1921]

Virginia Plain is one that I can never forget!

[@wayne_twentyfive]

Classic song .. So different from anything else at the time, and still sounds great !

[@cosmin98684]

I've seen Bryan Ferry live twice in the last few years ....spectacular !

[@ProfessorofRock]

He's one of a kind for sure.

[@alexchristianmusic]

My 5er: 5. Don't Stop The Dance 4. Avalon 3. Sensation 2. Angel Eyes 1. Kiss And Tell Honorable Mentions: Slave To Love More Than This The Chosen One Same Old Scene Crazy Love

[@MichaelPremsrirat]

New Romantic hits the airwaves: Duran Duran, ABC, Spandau Ballet ... Roxy Music Avalon: let us show you kids how it's done

[@drlsziell]

Same Old Scene did it well!

[@orb2150tx]

You left out David Bowie,the Cars, Talking Heads who were just as influenced by Roxy.

[@civicmindedjimthehonest6389]

Japan also, they evolved very similarly 👍

[@NIGHTSHADE22249]

Bryan Ferry is my all time FAVORITE! I’ve been a fan since 1974. I was lucky to see Roxy Music in the late 70’s at the Rainbow Music Hall in Denver. I had a front row seat! Then, I got to see Bryan at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center in the late 90’s. I truly love him!❤️ My favorite song is Windswept. So beautiful. Love the saxophone! 💋

[@danaventura5998]

Gush away, Bryan Ferry and Roxy Music are both legendary.

[@_mykyta_1197]

Such a mysterious and magical person! THE DUKE of new wave for sure

[@colingeddes2172]

Very apt description of bryan ferry. His song, all i want is you is just mesmeric.

[@torstenkaudt4793]

Strange that few mention the Song "Oh yeah". That song always had a special magic to me. There's a band playing, on the radio.....

[@wayne_twentyfive]

Loooooooove "Oh Yeah" .. It is definitely a magical song .. One of my all time favourites by any artist ! .. Cheers, Wayne

[@DJAvalonArizona]

Avalon was the very 1st CD I ever purchased in 1986. Back then, It was rated a perfect 10/10 as far as performance and sound quality. To this day I call myself DJ Avalon & used to own Avalon Entertainment. It is absolutely one of the best albums ever recorded. Also, my wife's favorite song is Slave to Love. Ferry, there is only one...

[@Shrinkingviolett2]

I miss my college job at the cd store. Remember those? When you just had to know your stuff too, before the days of the commercial internet.

[@floydparr8006]

Siren is Roxy Music's masterpiece and one of the greatest albums of all time. Stranded and Country Life are not far behind. My 5 pack The Thrill of It All, A Song for Europe, Editions of You, All I Want Is You and Love Is the Drug.

[@robjones2408]

Roxy Music's finest moment is "For Your Pleasure". It is an absolute masterpiece. It is also Bryan's personal favourite Roxy recording. Rightly so, he couldn't put a foot wrong back in 1972/3. Apart from being the first rock vocalist to wear a tuxedo, along with Bowie, he was a massive inspiration to later generations of musicians.

[@judymasinelli9855]

First time hearing Roxy Music on November 8, 1975, I have been a fan since. I was fortunate to hear & see Roxy Music, Sept.19, 2022 in Chicago, for their 50 year☆☆☆☆☆ celebration, since they were not stopping in St. Louis, MO. Still Great sounds & lyrics.♡♡♡♡♡

[@thestrawberryfeilds2]

I just ordered a Professor of Rock t shirt! I will wear it proudly and hope many ask about this channel!

[@FatNorthernBigot]

I was once in a Roxy Music tribute act called "Verry Ferry". We were not as good as the material.

[@AABB-bm9kk]

That’s worth doing just for that band name 👍😎

[@FatNorthernBigot]

@@AABB-bm9kk like the daathmetal ABBA tribute called "ABBAtoire"

[@FatherAndTeacherTV]

@@FatNorthernBigot That would be interesting to see! Did you all ever record your performances?

[@FatNorthernBigot]

@@FatherAndTeacherTV it was the late 80s and I was just the keyboard player. I was as bald as Eno, but not as talented.

[@FatherAndTeacherTV]

@@FatNorthernBigot OH, I see. I bet you had fun though.

[@user-ls7sb2wd6r]

He's the thread that holds my life together. Perfectionist in every way. Words are insufficient.

[@chrismendicino7788]

I'm so glad you did a video on Bryan Ferry. I think he and Roxy are so underrated. I've been collecting Roxy and his solo albums for years and he remains one of my favorite artists of all time.

[@judymasinelli9855]

Ditto

[@Uroste]

"Take a chance with me ", so sweet

[@ProfessorofRock]

Great song.

[@davidcopson5800]

Take a chance

[@TheDavcrz5]

One of my favorite "Is your Love Strong enough" it was also used in movie Legend.

[@mjmorrill081]

I have every Bryan Ferry and Roxy Music albums that exist. From the first album to the last they are so amazing that I don't know why other people can't see that.

[@racerx8410712]

Let's vote here for "Don't Stop the Dance" as an honorable mention!

[@GER-sm3gh]

I like that one better than Slave to Love

[@micheletotton9342]

Can't say enough good things about this guy. Cool, suave, elegant and music to match. Nice one

[@Largeagegaplove]

I love the whole "Siren" album...especially Love is the drug and Both ends burning. What about "Out of the blue"

[@PresidentGas1]

One of the greatest albums of all-time ..... every song is epic.

[@yrmh1]

Yes! Sentimental Fool is one of my favorites!

[@teresathomley3703]

Siren is good, but Country Life is better imo. "Out of the Blue" is tremendous.

[@Ladybrite1]

The song "If There Is Something" Has become my all time Roxy favorite. It wasn't until I watched the movie "Flashbacks of a Fool", that I heard the song for the first time. I had liked Brian Ferry over the years, mostly for his later music such from his Avalon years but I was never crazy for him. Then I saw the movie, "Flashbacks of a Fool". I began researching his earlier stuff. I was blown away with some of the earlier Roxy Music music. Here in the USA; we never got to hear any of the early stuff; at least I hadn't. If There Is Something, Out of the Blue and Mother of Pearl are a few of my favorites now. I will say that some of their music will start out not particularly great and then there will be a switch into something marvelous and spell binding. The musicians that were with Brian Ferry over the years have always been phenominal and I really enjoy the long Riffs that are often played out within the songs..

[@teresathomley3703]

@@Ladybrite1 You're right- the songs kinda grow on you.

[@Mo-MuttMusic]

Thanks for sharing. Well-stated. He's a great vocalist. Suave, too. I learned about Roxy Music in high school during the '80s wave of the British Invasion. Didn't hear much of the band or Bryan solo until I was in college. A gal I knew loved Roxy Music and Bryan Ferry. It wasn't until a decade or two after undergrad school, however, when I got to regularly listen to "Avalon," "Love Is the Drug" and "Virginia Plain," that I became a bona fide fan. Glad to know Bryan/Roxy are still fondly remembered. Shawn R., Mo-Mutt Music/Sacred & Secular

[@rondosal]

Last album, Take a Chance with Me. The production of the entire album one of the best of all time

[@Shrinkingviolett2]

Roxie Music made a huge contribution.

[@NunyaDammeBiznis]

I think Roxy Music's cover of John Lennon's Jealous Guy is right up there with More Than This. For his solo work, Is Your Love Strong Enough. His vocals are so haunting.

[@Johonnac]

Love, love, love Bryan’s version of Jealous Guy so, so much…

[@scottstalcup6980]

"Tall, suave chevalier." I'm grinning like a bloody idiot at that, Adam. This was wonderful. Thank you. List is pretty flawless as well, ALTHOUGH (there's always an "although" from the armchair section) I'd swap out "Sensation" with "Is Your Love Strong Enough?" from the Legend soundtrack. It's Bryan Ferry with the same secret weapon: David Gilmour. Quoth the Bueller: Che bella.

[@PaulBurkhardt]

Out of Blue. Country Life. Do the Stand - For Your Pleasure. In Every Dream Home a Heartache - For Your Pleasure. The Bob Medley - Roxy Music (1st Album) Street Life - Stranded. This my Top 5. Seen them 5 times. First in 79 I was 14.

[@flavellinator]

More Than This... Such a classic that fits well in any of the last four decades

[@ericwhitehead6451]

Roxy Music in the 70's was the blueprint for most of the music of the 80's. It is an absolute crime that they were not big in the US. But those that knew, knew how important and good they were. I'm a little surprised you didn't mention anything off For Your Pleasure...

[@john-hl5tq]

You just inspired me to go looking for "In every dream home a heartache" and Ferry's version of "Jealous Guy", I don't think I have heard either of them in 30 or 40 years.

[@jagatiello6900]

It's a pity that Pyjamarama wasn't included in For your pleasure album. A masterpiece of early Roxy, imho.

[@teresathomley3703]

"In Every Dream Home" on first listen was initially funny, but got creepier and creepier with each verse. It depicts a man who, because of his attachment to wealth and materialism, becomes so emotionally void that he falls in love with a blow up doll. Brilliant.

[@davidcopson5800]

You caught my eye with that ref to Jealous Guy.

[@AlyraMoondancer]

I'm a long-time Roxy Music fan. Love Ferry's voice, and his songs. Thanks for doing this!

[@lucasdeliramendonca3546]

"More than this", "The space between" and "Avalon"... The entire Avalon album is just perfect!

[@MsGoon40]

Best birthday gift I had was seeing him at the Moody Theater several years ago.

[@alistairmcdonald2382]

For those who are willing to deep mine ! There’s a treasure trove of excellent hits to be explored in the back catalogue 👍😃

[@nolongerthere]

I saw Roxy Music during the Avalon tour at the Radio City Music Hall on a rainy night in NYC. I'm so happy to be able to say that. Oh, Modern English delivered an amazing opening set that was largely missed by most. Their loss.

[@glennpagemusic]

The first Roxy Music album is the craziest (in an arty, good way). My favorite Roxy albums are Stranded and Country Life, and my favorite Roxy songs are "Mother of Pearl" and "Oh Yeah." However, I love all the other usual suspects (like "More Than This") too.

[@kylelewis4685]

Me at 0:50 -- Who? Me at 2:30 -- Oh yeah I remember those guys.... Me at the end -- Hell yeah I gotta add them to my 80's play list... That's why I dig this channel. Thanks for the cool stories and nostalgia. Cheers man!!

[@ProfessorofRock]

You’re welcome!

[@davidtingley9978]

Even their 70's work belongs in an 80's playlist.

[@georgiarn3915]

I was introduced to Roxy Music by way of Garbage. Reading an interview with Duke Erikson, he stated that he and Butch Vig were such huge Roxy Music fans that Duke named his daughter Roxy.

[@psychoshamrock]

Slave to Love. My god, I'm still falling in love with, playing it, looking for DJs to do remixes of it. This song is a silk scarf and sips of a martini. I simply adore it.

[@Lisse1]

Huge fan of Roxy Music in the 80s. So fortunate to have seen Bryan Ferry on his last 2 tours 👏🏼 Would have to put his song “Windswept” in my top 5!

[@stevenlaw310]

Well said. Windswept ridiculously underrated 👍

[@Amenphoto]

I’ve been a fan of Roxy Music since first seeing them at the Hollywood Palladium in December 1972 during their first U.S. tour. I was an instant fan, as they looked like a rock band that could’ve been in the tv cartoon, “The Jetson,” totally space age. I’m much more of a fan of early Roxy than anything after “Country Life,” or his solo albums, which were kind of a novelty back then. “Ladytron” set the tone that they were different, from the very beginning. “Strictly Confidential” from “For Your Pleasure,” he confesses “Before I die, I write this letter, here are the secrets you must know… truth is the seed we try to sew…” one of his greatest songs. Seek it out. On “Stranded,” Serenade” and “Amazon” are treats. “Country Life” is my favorite Roxy album, and the song “Casanova” that may be one the most unique structures that I’ve ever heard. The song will sound like no song that you’ve ever heard.

[@yoshluv7]

That's the perfect title for Mr. Bryan Ferry!!!! I love his music and still listen to it this day!!!!! Very cool!!!!

[@jerrypower6612]

So I saw Roxy Music on their reunion tour last year and was by far one of my most favorite concert.

[@irishtattooed]

Slave to Love - first song that we danced to at our wedding.

[@flaviusseverus8507]

Avalon is absolutely one of my all time favorite songs of all time. Love Roxy, love Bryan’s solo works too.

[@DiverBand]

I truly think what makes this song so special and transcends time is how eerily haunting and atmospheric it is. Truly masterful! On a sidenote the late great John Wetton of Asia same played with Roxy music during one or two of their tours of Europe in the mid 70s.

[@pmcc3782]

Favorite concert ever: Roxy on the Avalon tour in '83. They opened with "The Main Thing". The curtain dropped at the perfect moment maybe 20 seconds in, crowd went nuts and I knew it was going to be amazing. Phenomenal album. Great choices for the 5 songs (thanks for including "Over You") and the honorable mention though I wouldn't have included Sensation, as good as it is. So many great songs to choose from going back to RM's debut. There was an attempt at a reunion album in the early 2000s that fell apart. His first two post Roxy solo albums are his best but there are some great moments on later records ("Goddess of Love", "I Thought" written with Brian Eno, and a cover of "Song to the Siren"). For people who love Avalon, the prior album "Flesh and Blood" (with "Over You") is worth checking out. You can see the band heading towards that lush Avalon sound.

[@99bristol]

Best album covers ever.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Iconic.

[@davidhinkson8856]

Had to click on this one - love Bryan Ferry's music. "Avalon" is my all time favourite Roxy Music song.

[@h-ink-visualversatility974]

Outstanding video once again. Bryan Ferry is absolutely awesome! I wish to add three honorable mentions: 1. Don't Stop the Dance from Boys and Girls; 2. Kiss and Tell from the excellent album Bete Noir; 3. Is Your Love Strong Enough from the movie Legend soundtrack with guitar from the great David Gilmour.

[@Tr0nzoid]

He's like a James Bond of music. "Avalon" is a favorite and a few years ago I was watching that video over and over. Also like his version of "Jealous Guy."

[@javierszapari5836]

Tall suave chevallier!!! Chapeau!!! 👏👏👏

[@alliswede42]

I'm definitely a fan of Bryan Ferry and Bryan Ferry-adjacent artists! Another one to share with my mom, who rediscovered her love for Roxy Music a few years ago. Thanks, Professor!

[@ProfessorofRock]

You're welcome!

[@mypl510]

The man is pure class and elegance of Rock n Roll

[@ProfessorofRock]

You can say that again!

[@geob3963]

I saw him at the Greek theater a couple of years back. Not only was it one of the best sounding concerts I’ve ever been to, the combination of various colognes and perfumes, it was one of the best smelling audiences I’ve ever sat with. Amazing show.

[@ThisSoundsGood100]

Slave to Love it's the best song of the eighties!

[@johnfinnerty252]

I had never heard of Bryan Ferry before I had heard his song: “Kiss and Tell” I have never heard a more sophisticated dance track since!

[@chucksracingchannel377]

In every dream home a heartache……a must to listen to from BF! And, Is your love strong enough. That song was used in the movie Legend from 1986. My sister has taken me to many of his concerts. He has a truly unique and beautiful voice!

[@davidcopson5800]

I was a bit deflated when I saw your mention of In Every Dream Home A Heartache.

[@francescopelle2347]

Totally agree... but for me “Slave To Love” hits me for 6 every time

[@09penny1]

Bryan Ferry is indeed an icon of rock. I fell in love with the song More Than This when I was 14 yrs old and it still gives me chills when I hear it. Just an absolute masterpiece of a song. Just recently discovered his earlier work with Roxy Music and although its very different from what I fell for on the Avalon album, Bryan Ferry's enchanting lyrics, melodies and performance style are there. My top 5 Bryan Ferry songs are: 5. Ladytron 4. Mother of Pearl 3. Virginia Plain 2. Avalon 1. More Than This

[@judithgoulding8046]

His unmistakable passion and tantalizing vocals draw you in and won't let go....it's addicting. Love them all, but " Love is the Drug" knocks it right out of the park!! Thank you so much Professor!!!

[@santoshsharma483]

I would add Out of the blue. That was a proto new wave song. Everything about it was beyond perfect. Country Life is Roxy's greatest album ever.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Great song.

[@GER-sm3gh]

That was prime Roxy along with For Your Pleasure and Stranded. Ferry's post Avalon stuff all suffers from a certain sameness.

[@santoshsharma483]

@@GER-sm3gh agreed well except for Slave to love and that too because of David Gilmour's excellent guitar work. Oh yeah, the manic cover of A Hard's rain gonna fall. I love the wackiness of it.

[@MyName-pl7zn]

Brian was and is such an influential source of 80s music through today. Just look at the musicians that have lined up to work with him and the top musicians that say his work is the inspiration for their music, you are correct Avalon is a masterpiece. No one like him. Great job professor, people that don't know his music should definitely check it out

[@ProfessorofRock]

Avalon is a masterpiece!

[@kimberlymason1060]

Same old scene from flesh and blood. The film Times Square ran over the end credits I sat there on my own in the cinema through the whole credits of that film it rocked my world as youngster.

[@slw59]

The best Roxy Music albums (IMO) are STRANDED (1973), COUNTRY LIFE (1974) and SIREN (1975), aka the Eddie Jobson years. Top 5 songs: 'Just Like You', 'Mother of Pearl', 'Bitter-Sweet', 'A Really Good Time', 'Just Another High'. The best Bryan Ferry solo album (IMO) is IN YOUR MIND (1977) with the song 'Love Me Madly Again' being my favorite.

[@Hannsfeld]

You truly are keeping this music alive. From a musician, a fan, and a veteran, thank you for your service.

[@angeloiodice9304]

My favorite song by Bryan Ferry, I heard back in the 80's while watching a great 1986 film, "Legend," starring Tom Cruise when he was in his very early 20's (22 yo) and the beautiful actress of "Ferris Buehler's Day Off" fame, "Mia Sara, " "Is Your Love Strong Enough?" (Tangerine Dream Soundtrack {German Band}) The movie also featured Jon Anderson of "YES," backed by Tangerine Dream, singing "Loved By The Sun." A truly epic movie with not the greatest reviews, with great music, and two aspiring young actors.

[@dennismoore9011]

Kudos, Kudos and MORE Kudos to you sir, for the long, overdue recognition of the extraordinary Bryan Ferry! Like you, I don't quite understand why this Genius has been overlooked! But, once again, thanks to you for the recognition to this artist and all of your work and contributions to Rock and Roll

[@Eric-zf6gm]

I found Roxy Music and "Love is the Drug" after seeing Dave Gahan sing it while back stage on the DM 101 movie.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Everybody was influenced by him.

[@markallen2984]

That sounds cool. I'll have to look for that

[@lilivonshtup3808]

I first heard Bryan Ferry on Roxy Music's early albums and even though the songs were, for the most part, faster and louder, the passion in his voice was still so exciting and sexy.

[@Musicvato1972]

More than this... Seems to be written by the heavens and given to Bryan Ferry to bring it to life? I mean, all the harmony just falls into place and not to mention the best solo. This one is meant to touch the soul.❤

[@hurricane_valence]

Top fav Bryan ferry and roxy tracks In Every Dream Home a Heartache If there is something She sells The right stuff Kiss and tell Day for night Stone Women Slave to love My only love Sensation Out of the blue The thrill of it all Avalon To turn you on Both ends burning Virginia plain A song for Europe Strictly confidential Mother of pearl

[@aliciafranco5704]

Bryan Ferry is LEGEND❤❤❤🥂🥂🥂🥂🤘🤘🤘🤘🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Professor of Rock ALWAYS gives respect to artists that would otherwise be forgotten☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

[@mariflame1821]

Proud to say I got to see Brian Ferry in concert years ago. Love his voice and music! Love More than This, Avalon, Same old Scene so much! The entire Avalon album is amazing!!!

[@adrianhough5059]

Great video…….Avalon is one of the best albums ever recorded……thank you Professor