BoDeans - Good Things - Live From the Pabst

[@dannynolan6841]

What a tune. Class band.

[@brucecox3312]

Bodeans not the Bodeans without Sammy. Plain and simple.

[@telecaster2021]

Saw Bodeans recently in Stuart, FL without Sammy the pedophile. He was not missed. It was a great show. Must admit I enjoyed seeing them together several times in the early 90s when I lived in the Chicago area.

[@mollybolton8425]

@@telecaster2021 Same shit happened to the Sons of Admirals. Just do your time, compensate the victims, and start playing again

[@loditx7706]

I first heard the Bodeans on the radio years ago in Austin TX, a UT radio station . I didn’t catch their name and wasn’t sure of the song name, but went to a store on the drag and humiliated myself by singing the little I could remember and a bored clerk said Still the Night. They had booths where one could listen to a CD before buying, so I did and I bought it! Love this band and songs. My favorite is Still the Night, but my older son prefers Good Things. ❤ 7:36 PM

[@zindy29]

I love the BoDeans, great live band, great songs, very positive and upbeat.

[@MichaelGellings]

This song gives me chills. I stumbled on this band during this song in San Diego 2008 while riding my bike home from the beach. I had to stop and take it all in. A very vivid memory. I remember how good they sounded. I sang it to myself all the way home. All these years later, I thought to search them here. Still the same chills, and now those memories flooding back. What a song!

[@leel6130]

My favorite of theirs! Great band.

[@patrickrhody8410]

The Bodeans are truly one of best bands of 80's and 90's. I had the pleasure of seeing them play live three times. What an awesome experience! Bodeans Forever!

[@patrickoconnor9577]

living in wisconsin my whole life, i've seen the bodeans at summerfest and at Zoo A-La-Carte in Milwaukee every year

[@atruefaith6498]

Great song, happy to hear it again!

[@gaskeymj]

Indiana University Professor Kenny Arnoff is awesome on drums......the best version of Good Things ever....what a way to end an amazing show.

[@HighSpeedNoDrag]

Nick's English Pub!!!!!!!!!

[@cabinnat]

Oshkosh Wisconsin, early 90's, so much fun. Awesome band.

[@Vonhawkmoon]

Kenny Arnoff's drumming is fantastic!

[@nefersguy]

Especially the last 30 seconds or so...he's THUNDERING!

[@somaday2595]

And in 2019 he was still playing with the Bodeans performing at City Winery - Chicago. Nice, up front and personal venue. Great show.

[@markreif1]

Saw these guys once back in the late 90's in Athens GA. Great show

[@johnslavich6399]

this is my favorite song...when i was 39 years old i met a much younger woman. we spent the night talking and she said if i ever had a free tuesday evening i should come to visit her on her evening off. so, i did. three years later we married. 28 years ago i met her on july 4th weekend. this coming december we celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. we have two children. and are probably the happiest couple i know. i am just glad she did not pass me by. did not pass me over. i could see good things for she and i. oh, she was 19 at the time we met. there are no maps, not books on age different relationships. but i will say i have been in love with her since almost the time i first saw her. some say i have a young soul and she has an older soul and our compatibility level pretty much levels out at the same age:) society probably felt this would not work. glad to say it has, is, and will continue!

[@VWGTI2013]

OH Johnny be good! Wish you both many more years together!

[@Frankfurter1966]

John Slavich I’m wondering if she kept her figure, and kept herself up, I see that as a key factor in guys staying interested and a woman still feeling sexy. Please let me know, I know it sounds shallow, but I think it’s a biological equation. I could be wrong!

[@lastconsole]

John, thanks for sharing your great story. We should all aspire to find a love like that. She didn't pass you over.

[@johnslavich6399]

Yep! We are both crossfit participants!

[@KJAKE906]

Did you pray for God's will? I always have ask myself for my own intention! God willl only bless if you ask for his will...I am sorry if I seem judging...I Judge myself! God Bless

[@paulwilson9342]

Summerfest, Milwaukee with the Violent Femmes in late '90s. Good Things!!!!! Good Stuff!!!!!!!

[@lawrencecooke8114]

Big fan back in the day. Saw them live at 86 Street showroom, Vancouver, back in late 80s

[@DESNOISTIERS]

The Bo Deans ! one of the greatest over looked bands ! But anyone that I played Joe Dirt Car for has become a fan ! That should rank up there with one of the all time great live recordings .

[@paulgeigle8849]

+DESNOISTIERS Right on, brother! Never get tired of that c.d. and it is one the best live concert recordings in pop music history......hands down!

[@margaretrodzwicz6118]

@james cain ppp

[@cwwmediadude]

I was at this show ! Awesome band forever !!!!!!

[@lauriejmarshall2174]

You guys rock. Somethings can never be duplicated. This is one of them!...

[@TheBlueeyedJew]

Laurie J Marshall Sam is playing at Linneman's tonight

[@Eiledon23]

Is that Kenny Aronoff on Drums? That man just doesn't play drums he lives it and embraces the passion of it. He is also well aware that he is just one of the best. But he is very gracious when you finally do get to met him.

[@tailhookmd2546]

I've been a fan for 20+ years but had no idea this live version with Kenny Aronoff was around. Wow. He actually made their great sound better. I'll be watching this concert the rest of the night.

[@onlinepole]

One of the Kings of 90’s/00’s Rock

[@Claymation1977]

Most under rated band ever. What ever happened to Rock n Roll music.

[@kcbry]

I saw Bodeans 11/2/93 in Lawrence, KS. Sammy gave me a pick. Read the story from my scrap book. Great show!

[@vin4559]

Great song. One of my fav! Came across it in the 90s movie The Program, football movie . Great scene when it came on. Stuck with me, since as a player it was powerful.

[@thatguygabe27]

Just the fact that so many of the comments are about how hard people searched to finally find this or that song on KZbin proves the lack of exposure/traction/ appreciation that exists for the Bodeans.

[@ronrolph]

That drummer is a badass.

[@led5225]

I was lucky enough to see them in Pueblo CO. They were awesome live! Best concert I've ever been to. It truly was electrical! Pure magic. I've never been to a concert quite like it.

[@brucestewart5939]

This has to be one of the top 10 most badass live songs ever played!!! Ever!

[@VWGTI2013]

Kenny Arnoff on the drums make them sound even better.

[@TheFlowergirl90210]

i love these guys.. does anyone have the video of the Bodeans "Idaho" from their concert from the 90's at Pabst Theater in Milwaukee? I think it was taken down. I loved that video.. it showed tons of people rockin' to the song and having an awesome time.. a gorgeous piece of 'Americana' you might say. I know this was posted 11 years ago.. but I want to thank you for posting this precious capture of music history!!

[@chopped27]

Been a long time fan of the BoDeans, but Kenny, omg, incredible

[@r-pieces]

I hold the record for attending BoDeans concerts in MN.

[@gregellis5456]

The bodeans rock love this song have original albums by them

[@edwardlatt7383]

I saw the Bodeans at the 4 corners festival in Milwaukee long before they were famous.. they kicked as then too.

[@edwardlatt7383]

And back then they were known as " Da Bodeans" ( named after Jethro Bodean of the beverly hillbillies)

[@kr6033]

My hometown heros...our theme song #Milwaukee!!!

[@suescimeca4388]

I just discovered them myself about 2 years ago and LOVE them. I don't know why they were not so well known, I'm sure I would have noticed them. I've been lucky and found three of their CD's so I can hear them when ever and where ever. two thumbs up!

[@seancotter9156]

If you grew up in the Midwest in the 90's we always loved them And proud of them. Very underrated band country wide!!!

[@danschumacher4308]

One of my all time favorite songs!

[@luitcher]

Bo Deans is from Waukesha, Wisconsin. I studied at Catholic Memorial High School in Waukesha from 1990-1991, straight from SAO PAULO, BRAZIL where I am back now. I have always loved this song. I looked for this song on KZbin way back in the years but no one posted it, back in 2007. Now, out of nowhere, the memories are back. It`s in my Spotify now!!! Thanks for the upload!!!!!!!!!

[@BryonPelzek]

Best Live Band Ever!!!!

[@sarahmahany4376]

How come I didn't know about them at this time? Would have made a very sad time a lot better. Love Sammy.

[@markkainz2120]

I saw these guys on NYE in Madison in the late 90's and had a great time. Then our paths didn't cross again until last weekend in Oshkosh... a great evening. Made me wonder why I let things go so long without seeing them. I usually listen to the Dead or JGB but since the weekend bodeans have been on the playlist.

[@misslantana52]

God I love these guys! Discovered them through a friend! I just noticed that Kenny Aronoff is playing drums. OMG! My goodness....I would love to see them live! (*_*)

[@kenpeplinski3509]

Thanks….Kenny….amazing

[@jonathanstiegler2770]

Good things for you and I!

[@Wildvideonyc]

Man,these guys sound so good singing together.

[@Trans909]

That was freakin' TRANSCENDANT!!!

[@lysad.4765]

This song brings back good memories of my childhood being addicted to my radio and dancing to all the hits. I loved this one, especially!!

[@alyssaalfano9312]

I met Kurt Neumann at a local music hall and he was kind enough to sign my guitar. A truly talented group of people.

[@dtkosman]

Saw he Bodeans in Stevens Point Wisconsin a couple of years ago was the most fun I had at a concert in years Just a good band to see

[@williamengler321]

Kenny freakin Aronoff!!!! nuff said

[@frontrowtennis]

I’m hoping the new CD “4 the Last Time” has more rock songs like this with melody. The new single has that repetitive country drum beat like Texas Ride Song which is upbeat but doesn’t resonate with younger people. I’m a lifelong fan and took my 20 something son and 2 of his friends to a show in 2022 and they loved the music - except Texas Ride Song, it was way too country! Please keep writing great music and playing live!!!!

[@davidhauschild5584]

From the beginning when I head them on WXRT in Chicago 1987 seen about six seven times.

[@thesjsband]

I saw them at London university in the eighties been a fan ever since. so sad they didn't play in England enough

[@roseartlefty]

You guys practiced right down the street from my house back in the day. Glenwood Ln. and.............

[@myctreativesoul]

This why I still follow you. THIS. Rock on.

[@bohsmb78]

i only discovered this band last week, amazing stuff

[@thatguygabe27]

Such an amazing performance of an equally amazing song. The chemistry between Sam and Kurt on stage is awesome; even from the video the energy is palpable--it is obvious they're just having a blast performing these masterpieces for an appreciative crowd. Wish I could have seen them live.

[@1big1nick]

just outstanding !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MrBrik64]

Aronoff breathes new life into the band when he's available...Post more please if you have them...Have been waiting for some to post a good sounding version of Sleep. Cheesehead's Rock!! Thanks!

[@BestIsntEasy]

💗🌎💗 These guys are so awesome for my spirit. Thank you. 👁💎👁

[@harleyjune1233]

i miss this band - lots about 3 times a year -

[@ernieflanaganstingraybassm1463]

always loved playing and singing this one......

[@robino0821]

As always, an amazing performance!

[@tnt608]

The BoDeans at Big Top Chautauqua is as Good Things as it gets. These boys rule.

[@drreagoon]

saw these guys live once...and i think it was the same drummer....that guy was one insane dude...all that needs to be said...

[@moonlighting44]

great band .saw them open up for u2 back in 80s with los lobos in vancouver...thanks for sharing..cheers eh...ken

[@shellback97]

This has always been a great song but Kenny Aronoff's drums on this performance give it so much more power.

[@thatguygabe27]

so true

[@TheBlueeyedJew]

Tony GJD actually there were two drummers, Kenny and Noah.

[@tailhookmd2546]

Agree 100%. Kenny makes any song better but he takes this song to another level.

[@MrShepardDog]

These guys make it look so easy, to be so good!

[@davesnothere1305]

Damn, that was great.

[@rogerscheele7981]

was.a.great night..

[@AtomicGeo]

Thanks for posting. A gem of performance!

[@wtollick0953]

nice job old guys........ lol. i think i'm as old. well maybe not as old but near the farm. "put me out to pasture" the farm.

[@gretchenpolenzani228]

love, love, love. kenny on the kit! my fantasy is to see these two together on stage again. amazing magic!

[@thatguygabe27]

The fact that these guys didn't gain more traction in the mainstream is a head scratcher. I often wonder if Closer to Free hadn't become the theme song for Party of Five, how much less exposure they would have. Generally great music is enough but for whatever reason they never reached the level of exposure one would expect for such a talented group with so many great songs.

[@timhiggins1953]

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[@herbertrichard614]

Americans shy away from music of real emotion. We are a society that does not acknowledge despair. Good music asks that we do.

[@SFDoucette]

I'm an American fan of The Tragically Hip. I feel your pain.

[@peggydryden710]

saw them this week - still sound amazing

[@johndonovan7897]

Great song. Awesome live version! Epic ending.

[@chiliman61]

saw these guys a few times....the most I had to pay was two dollars!!!!! and they were always great!!

[@JoelChavez6121]

That was a sick breakdown!

[@brucestewart5939]

The best Bodeans ever on 1 stage! Sad what things came to...very, very sad! If all lies then shame on you little girl, if the other way then you sir belong in jail.

[@mayapatchouli4473]

First time ever and I really love these guys!!!💟💟💟

[@lonestar3]

This looks and sounds like a great DVD. First saw them on the "Love and Hope" tour, seen them many times since. Always fun.

[@mscuillo]

This song is from one of my favorite movies, "The Program!" It took me a while to find it, but I'm so glad I did, I love this live version!!

[@toddakslabd3046]

does anyone here know or have the footage of these guys on American Bandstand? if so could you please post it?

[@gregkaz56]

Seriously. a wonderful crowd interaction in an intimate setting (about 1,500).

[@johnthompson2721]

I know there are issues...but you guys write and sing the greatest.

[@misslantana52]

Lucky you! Kenny (the drummer) has played with Bob Seger and John Mellencamp too! Ditto on the INSANE comment! (*_*)

[@musicsunhappy]

Superior sound quality. Thank you for taking the time to post this. Love it.

[@seeburg220]

Saw them at the 9:30 Club in DC in '05 - one of my favorite concerts. Thanks for posting.

[@suekillip]

drummer is killing it

[@benziescha5438]

Feckin love the Bodeans

[@AlmostReady504]

Saw them many years ago in New Orleans when they were promoting "love &hope &sex & dreams" debut album. Still my favorite BoDeans album. Every song holds up today. Every one

[@brucecox3312]

Sammy needs to return

[@RichMLV]

I follow everything about the BoDeans, and in my personal opinion THIS is one of the most magical player lineups that I have ever witnessed in all my years working in the music and entertainment Industries! It is literally a friggin CRIME that this group was changed up in any manner and did not continue onward and upward to a ROCK SOLID SHELF. I have never witnessed such a travesty before, and have successfully predicted similar status doing this more than 100 TIMES throughout in the last 4 decades...I am truly brought to tears over this and left with that football in the stomach feeling that one gets after a bad divorce or death of a close friend....what a shame... we have all been ROBBED....TRULY!

[@darkshadow31415]

I got to see them twice...in 1987 when I was in college, and in 2008 with my then 11 year old daughter. She fell asleep on my lap while we sat in the front row. Kurt saw us, gave her a shout out, and they sang her a lullaby. They closed the show with an acappella Only Love. Robbed?? Blessed. Absolutely blessed. Nothing lasts forever...but they have given us timeless music and precious memories. Don't be bitter.

[@RichMLV]

Kool story, thanks for sharing it. I am not bitter, just sad because I unrealistically live in a personal place where I think that this level of talent should afford fans more mileage, just my personal pet peeve I suppose. Think I am a bit severe on this, you will have to observe my future torment over the end of "Sons of Anarchy"...lol

[@kath3lyn]

Richard Mantie One of the BEST shows I've ever attended. Decatur Celebration, Decatur IL ( I'm thinking 2006) they only allowed them to play 45 minutes and they were the Headliner. They promised to deliver as much of themselves in that time slot as they could. These guys had one hellacious drawing that night and held fast to their promise! Love them and the type of jams they put out. Would go see them any time!

[@RichMLV]

I ditto about going to see them anytime kath3lyn, but I don't think the wind is in my favor cause I seem to be stuck in Vegas nowadays milking a few drops out of my own Entertainment career but, if they pass this way I might unplug my guitar and run to the ticket outlet!

[@WickedPrince3D]

It's a sad thing that everything ends in time like this group did. They were one of several bands I fell in love with during the 90's that eventually fell apart after having done amazing things. Not every band gets to be the Rolling Stones unfortunately - who don't seem like they'll die until the band-members actually die.

[@blancatorres1047]

Lovr it, love it!

[@herbertrichard614]

A band that understands pop music. It got to have hooks, hooks, hooks.

[@rudigerjoachimmarcard7901]

great song !

[@jamesandrowich]

Awesome

[@michaelbodine6142]

AWESOME LOVED them in 1991 at Follinger Auditorium at UIUC with my beautiful Girlfriend .Gina;

[@yellowalpaca20]

Also happy birthday buddy!!

[@Ari-ll1wp]

Whenever it gets to the part where it's just the audience singing, I get a tear in my eye, imagining what it would be like having a huge crowd all singing my song at once.

[@user-nd7yn3of8k]

The best!