Breathe (Midge Ure); Sina feat Thomas Jakob

[@julietp.5877]

Sina and Thomas breathe new life into a mid-90s pop ballad. Let's swatch... ;D THE SONG - "Breathe" was written by Scottish singer-songwriter James "Midge" Ure. It's the title song of his fourth solo album 'Breathe' which was recorded in 1995 at various studios including Church Studios, Orca Studios, and Sunset Studios in Los Angeles and studios in San Francisco, Dublin and Ure's studio in Bath. Although finished in 1995, release was delayed by the record label. As a single, "Breathe" was released on Mar 22, 1996. The album 'Breathe' has a more complicated release history - Mar 25, 1996 for Europe, May 20 for the UK, and June 6 for the US. AllMusic states the release date as June 18 - presumably being for the US. Neither the single nor the album appear to have charted in the US and Canada but when the single was used in a TV commercial for Swatch in 1997/98, it became well-known and hit #1 in Austria and Italy, #2 in Spain, #12 in Germany, and #17 in Switzerland. It had a modest showing in the UK peaking at #70. James (Jim) Ure started playing in bands in 1969 when he was around 16 years old. In 1972, he joined a band that had another member named Jim. To avoid confusion, they turned Ure's "Jim" backwards to Mij (Midge). Since that time, he has used the name Midge Ure as his stage name. Midge played with several bands in the '70s and, in July 1979, joined Thin Lizzy after Gary Moore left. In 1980, he joined Ultravox in time to record their album 'Vienna' which spawned the single of the same name that became a huge hit in 1981. Aside from his fame as the frontman of Ultravox, Midge is also known for co-writing and producing "Do They Know It's Christmas?". Along with Bob Geldof, he also co-organized Band Aid, Live Aid, and Live 8. THE COVER-COLLABORATION - In the original version of "Breathe" Midge went for a lush, atmospheric arrangement. The album has credits for instruments like mandolin, melodica, Uillieann bagpipes, hurdy gurdy, harmonium, etc. For most of the song, the drums (played by either David Palmer or Andy Kravitz) are way back in the mix. It's really only in the repeating chorus outro that they make their presence felt. In this collaboration, Thomas goes for a simpler, heavier arrangement transforming the pop ballad into a power ballad. Without much inspiration to take from the original drummer, Sina told Rosanna, "I had to compose the drum track. I followed my instincts." Those instincts were right on target. It was Sina who suggested "Breathe" to Thomas. She was familiar with Midge Ure through his work with Ultravox and she particularly liked their songs "Vienna" and "Hymn". Having done a previous collab with Thomas, Sina said, "I think his voice is perfect for this!" Thomas told Rosanna, "I listened to it and was promptly touched; I had heard the song before in a distant past. The 90s mean a lot to me because I believe they represent a deep part of me. There's a certain particularity in this song's atmosphere that the desire to cover it came naturally. Hence perhaps my voice being 'compatible' with the song. Aside from covers, Thomas also writes originals. He told Rosanna he'll be releasing a lot in the coming year. One that you can check out now is "Limitless Fantasy" on his Soundcloud - soundcloud.com/thomas-kop/limitless-fantasy-1 For Sina's fans, Thomas told Rosanna, "I feel honoured to be part of her channel and admire her Herculian passion!" This is the way real musicians do covers. They don't try for a note-for-note copy (unless they're a tribute band :D) but rather a transformative version. It is their interpretation that makes it unique! Well done! FUN FACT - My own recollection of "Breathe" was from that Swatch TV commercial that I mentioned. Perhaps that's your memory too? Take a trip down memory lane - kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYempYWEZ9J7b9U Check out Sina's previous collab with Thomas at kzbin.info/www/bejne/fn-TZodjn9V1rtE and visit his KZbin channel where there is an alternate edit - kzbin.infovideos

[@sina-drums]

Thanks so much Rosanna and Juliet!! i have to admit, half of the information was completely new to me :))

[@julietp.5877]

Hi Sina. You're very welcome. A lot was new to me also!

[@rosannap.5972]

Me too! ;-)

[@lonnierichter6962]

thanks for the info., it is great seeing Sina, doing all the different styles of music, it just goes to show how talented Sina is, in so many areas of music.

[@kevincallaghan4931]

@@julietp.5877 Hi Juliet, you are the second best thing about friday's, another great read today. what a magnificent cover of breathe breathtaking.I played drums between 1968 to 1979 it's the hardest thing to get 5 people who all like each other and want to play the same music.Sina has done that with the Gas.It great to see her playing live and enjoying herself as do the rest of the lad's and who would not playing tight kick ass in your face original songs. In my day they would have had three surefire hits.I was hoping with rosanna's insight you could tell me how the Gas got together.love & peace

[@larryguy7160]

Great song and a talented performance by Tom and of course, Sina…..without her, none of us would be here enjoying this wonderful song!...

[@paulmeithof7036]

I'm from Oregon, sitting in a bar in Chiang Mai Thailand about an hour ago. A German owned bar. I met two dudes from Cologne. I ask if they've heard of The Gas. Not only have they heard of The Gas, they've been to a show and showed me some video on their phone. They didn't really remember the guys in the band but they couldn't stop talking about the little drummer girl with eight arms who stole the show.

[@DonDueed]

Wow, that must have been such a treat to hear! Talent (and hard work) will out, it seems.

[@michaelc.7044]

You build such tension into your compositions and that is what pulls the emotions from your audience ... This is what makes you exceptional , and the way you float around that kit with liquid lucidity ~~~~~~~

[@greggross9671]

From now on I will never judge a song until Sina and her team cover it. This way I don't have to explain my sudden change of why I like it. You were right Thomas Kop's voice was perfect and your drumming made this song take on a whole different perspective. You are AMAZING!!!

[@Tjoldar]

Superb! Nothing more and nothing less.

[@fredaldridge1282]

Sina, This was indeed a very special song. This musician is so talented a great singer and he played all the instruments except.the drums of course which you handled with your expertise

[@Mike-sv3hj]

Again Sina... You are just the best! It just keeps getting better and better with each song.

[@pl3637]

Enjoyed that excellent performance you two 👍

[@hartmutschon1190]

Das habt Ihr wirklich ganz hervorragend hinbekommen. Wieder ein Stück, was man direkt auf Repeat stellt :-) und was zeigt, daß Du nicht nur laute und schnelle, sondern auch ruhige Titel absolut perfekt und profesionell beherrschst. Dir mit Deiner natürlichen Schönheit dabei zuzusehen macht es zu einem echten Erlebnis 👍👍👍

[@neilharper6317]

Wow, so this is how a "Sina's transformative version" looks and sounds like. I particularly like that part where the drum groove has lots of cymbals then gradually develops into a march (almost, but regresses back to the cymbal work), that did breathe life into this tight composition which is very well sung by Thomas - Congratulations! And last but not the least, I'd like to thank Juliet and Rosanna for their comprehensive analysis - I just couldn't resist reading their comment before I made mine :))

[@Mikalyn]

My dad loved Midge Ure :)- great throw back track!! Awesome work guys!!

[@elvandylis4906]

Sina this is why you're my favorite drummer!! You cover the widest range of music without compromising yourself at all!! You're brilliant!!

[@rickmorrisrigar]

Sina is more than just a Drummer, she is a very talented Musician Guitar and other instruments, and I would assume a very intelligent young lady!

[@henrikpetersen976]

Pure gold Fräulein Sina und Kumpels ! So vielen tüchtig heit auf einem mal. Kann man ja nur froh sein. Ich denke das ich meinen Gitarren mehr üben muss....und dann einem tag komme ich und begleitet ihnen, aber du muss geduld haben:-) Danke für geben die welt hoffnung. Macht keine kriegen nur musik. Grüße von den Bauer beim Herz, Dänemark.

[@MayteLevenbachMusic]

WoW! The drums, that voice, those everything! I’m stunned! I love this so much 😍😱

[@patrickpattison467]

Bravo Sina And@Thomas Kop! Beautifully done!

[@SupremeClarion]

Magical... pure delight in harmony.

[@ziosoldo]

good compliments Thomas, beautiful and good voice even with the instruments !!! really a beautiful ballad Sina I will never get tired of saying how good you are !!!

[@hernanvalverde3693]

Great drumming and he got a great voice

[@charlesahedges7088]

Sina,this is why we love you.Your range on so many covers of music.Your a sweet heart and a one of a kind drumer.you are a pro..Thanks for the years of sharing your talents.ALL of you.Gods speed.l.y

[@rayrichardson4025]

A thousand thumbs up.What a voice.

[@markjohnson7859]

Oh yes. You guys did a 'Muse' cover back in 2016. Two awesome covers. Thomas has a great voice and as always Sina is at the top of her game. Sina you always choose wisely. I have discovered so many other artists and musicians through your work. In fact two of them, Charlotte and Mayte released a beautiful instrumental piece today. Thanks for bringing this. : )

[@georgdoblies6923]

The additional drumming made it quite a new beutiful song. I like it.

[@e.overbay7949]

Absolutely amazing! Bravo indeed. Great performance guys.

[@debbiegreen9514]

I've never heard that song before. That was beautiful!!

[@mikeadmin2868]

Little Lady! You have amazing musical taste. I have watched it many times since this video was released. Even more - "Bliss". I don't understand why Thomas is one of the most underrated artists among most of Your fans. Маленькая Леди! У Вас потрясающий музыкальный вкус. С момента появления этого клипа я посмотрел его много раз. Еще больше - «Bliss». Я не понимаю, почему Томас оказался в числе самых недооцененных исполнителей у большинства Ваших поклонников.

[@scotthensley3080]

🌹Sina's talent/beauty never ceases to amaze me.🌹

[@williamcremean7424]

This is a nice easy song for the end of the week. Thomas is right for this song and you have made it somewhat an original with your own groove. Well done all.

[@miguelangeldominguez249]

Such a wonderful, passionate and incredible performance of a magnificent lady drummer, alongside this unique voice from Thomas both together created a extraordinary mix that empowered this song to a higher level. Thank you for sharing your divine gifts and talents with us.

[@StaceyV51]

Just fantastic! Great collab! keep up the great work.

[@sande6512]

Thanks Sina ! music and talent..gooodd.

[@Cryo837]

REAL musicians playing REAL instruments, and doing so beautifully!!! YES!!!

[@hush7648]

You don't need a forest of cymbals etc. around you to show us how to play the drums. A simple drumkit is enough for you to make this song different. Different ? I mean better then most drummers will do. To each song you cover, you add something special. It's the Sina Sound.

[@CaptainBakerJason]

Just great to hear and see Ms. Sina work the hat and cymbals in this amazing cover! Thomas Kop brought a measured, moving vocal to ‘Breathe’ that just works perfectly in this arrangement! Guitar, piano, lights, cameras, mix and editing come together very nicely, so another outstanding job by Mike and all of the Sina-drums team ... for me this picks up where the origins left off and takes it even farther, what more can be asked of a cover performance? 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🎤🥁🎹🎸👍🏻

[@andersjohansson185]

This is beautiful, i love it! Thank you Sina and Thomas! 💕

[@jamj4u]

The thing that stands out about you, Sina, is your diversity. You seem to master just about every style of music out there. You and Thomas showed your great talents on this song. Loved it!

[@JensEvers0846]

Konnte nicht abwarten. Rechts ran. Motor aus. Handy gekoppelt. Zurückgelehnt. Super! Wieder ein toller und vielseitiger Collaborator. Schöne Stimme. Sehr einfühlsam getrommelt. Abend gerettet. Danke!

[@LelaE34]

Beautiful as always Sina!❤🙂

[@VinceOConnor]

A great collaboration and a beautiful song.

[@keithacalu]

Beautiful. Two great talents together again. Perfect voice and drums for this one.

[@ladydalida6917]

Wow....Diese Stimme bringt selbst einen Eisberg zum schmelzen...Sie gibt diesem Song eine unglaubliche Note. Mit dieser Stimme wird es Thomas sehr weit bringen, da bin ich mir sicher. Und der Drum-Part ist genau auf den Punkt gebracht. Ich kenne den Song von früher , aber dieses Meisterstück ist das beste Cover, daß ich bisher hören durfte. Ein ganz, ganz dickes Danke an Euch beide. Und so ganz nebenbei eine Frage, Sina: Bist du eine Magierin? Wo, um alles in der Welt, findest du all diese vielen junge Talente, die du uns schon präsentiert hast. Hast du einen Zauberhut, in den du einfach reingreifst und sie ins Licht ziehst? Und noch einen ganz spezielles großes Danke an Juliet und Rosanna, die Woche für Woche uns die ganzen ausführliche Infos zu den Songs hier erstellen. Diese beiden Damen sind nicht mit Gold aufzuwiegen......

[@sina-drums]

Vielen Dank, aber Thomas hat mich gefunden, vor 3 Jahren ;)

[@weinzbelardo9403]

Love this Sina, thanks a lot for sharing! 80's and 90's bands are great. I'm a fan of those era. Midge Ure and his associated acts Ultravox and Visage are cool. Keep rockin' \m/

[@Caspalov]

What a great atmosphere, I love it, it's really nice, well played and sung. Congratulations to you :)) I really had a great time, thank you. Rico

[@erome6]

My daughter loves you! Please keep it coming. You are an inspiration to young people. Thank you!

[@russfranzen3970]

Sina, You have such a passion for playing drums, showing people the subtle sounds you can massage out of them. As always great sounds

[@maximma2893]

Hi Sina, the fox tail on the head is exceptional! I liked your fine work on drums in this ballad, you managed to significantly improve it! Sina, I think this is one of your best works! Your instrument sounds great...! If I had a magic wand, I would want Sina to play this song today at Eurovision! This thing would be very useful there, especially since the trend is slow songs this year at Eurovision! I thought today what song will be today from Sina on the eve of the Eurovision song contest, and for a long time no cooperation from Sina! And today I see a ballad, it's a great collaboration that is suitable for this competition!

[@vincentrizzi4929]

A heart felt performance 👍❤️🎶. Thanks SINA!

[@briann4871]

Hey Sina, you, Rob Lundgren, Andrei Cerbu and you pick a bassist and keyboardist - you are ready for the big stage in North America - well done as always Sina!

[@candicesimionescu9910]

Oh this is beautiful.

[@DonDueed]

Very pretty indeed! I loved your drum arrangement, especially the way you laid off at the beginning of the final chorus, where it became almost a capella for several bars. You stepped aside to give room for the voice, then punctuated with powerful fills. Nice!

[@c5d53g2e]

Everything you collaborate with people on is absolutely golden!!! LOVE THIS!!!

[@ssboot5663]

This is so beautiful to listen to and.... GREAT JOB!

[@sailingvesselserenity3487]

I woke up in the Pacific NW to this wonderful piece of music. Well done! More inspiration for me. Thank you so much!

[@savagebob911]

Awesome, 2 very talented musicians playing a very nice original piece. I can't wait for the Friday surprise.

[@libertyjustice2703]

Great song. Very well done. Nice to know there are still good, new songs being made with meaning, melody and just a nice tune.

[@jamessimmers2706]

Well, the first thing I did today was to view this video tune !! I'm happy to report that my day has has gotten off to a good start !! ⭐ OUTSTANDING !! ♥️😸

[@AmWestColl]

Excellent stuff !!!

[@arnobenter]

Hallo liebe Sina, wunderbar arrangiertes Cover von dir und ganz tolle Gesangslinie von Thomas, seine Stimme passt wirklich perfekt zu diesem Song! Ist eigentlich nicht mein Stil, aber ich kenne den Song, ich meine von irgendeiner Fernsehwerbung... Und wieder einmal gefällt mir das Stück, nur weil du es spielst:-)

[@michelebianchimichele3011]

Good singer ang great drummer girl, awesome piece of music

[@richardumber9872]

wonderful song ! Good job to you both

[@humanrights7987]

Sina, with your drumming this cover sounds better like the original. You harmonize very well with the singing of Thomas. You have created the drumming by yourself, that demonstrate your great talent.

[@Duffercity1]

Great Song and Sina doing what she does best.....Killin' It!!! So smooth.

[@KIMI-xt4eb]

Superb!!!

[@reinerwroblewski7534]

great Performance well done

[@weaselbran]

I love it. You are correct, he has the perfect voice for this. I'm also impressed with your writing skills. Not too much (as I would have probably done). I wish you were getting more votes for the original music. I like the drum covers; but I really love when you create. That's when the awesome Sina comes out to play. That's when I get the headphones and go to my room to listen or get a guitar and play along. Thank you.

[@robertlindquist2617]

I love her covers

[@iainwyatt4143]

Your enhanced drumming has bought this song to life. Great work Sina

[@lonnierichter6962]

this was super, you have many great musical talents, in being able to play so many styles of music, and being able to play so many instruments, you have really great talents, in everything you do.

[@greatnortherntroll6841]

Great minds, attached to a Great name, think alike! For now, at least! Lol 🤣

[@Anima.Libera]

With every waking breath I breathe I see what life has dealt to me With every sadness I deny I feel a chance inside me die Give me a taste of something new To touch, to hold to pull me through Send me a guiding light that shines Across this darkened life of mine Breathe some soul in me Breathe your gift of love to me Breathe life to lay 'fore me Breathe to make me breathe For every man who built a home A paper promise for his own He fights against an open flow Of lies and failures we all know To those who have and who have not How can you live with what you've got? Give me a touch of something sure I could be happy evermore Breathe some soul in me Breathe your gift of love to me Breathe life to lay 'fore me To see, to make me breathe Breathe your honesty Breathe your innocence to me Breathe your word and set me free Breathe to make me breathe This life prepares the strangest things The dreams we dream of what life brings The highest highs can turn around To sow love's seeds on stony ground Breathe Breathe Breathe some soul in me Breathe your gift of love to me Breathe life to lay 'fore me To see, to make me breathe Breathe your honesty Breathe your innocence to me Breathe your word and set me free Breathe to make me breathe

[@leewarrent4907]

Absolutely Hoofin 🇬🇧😘🇬🇧🏴‍☠️🤘🏼

[@marty01957]

What a beautiful song! Great job, both of you!

[@lauracarlesso923]

A beautiful voice amazing Thomas ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@aussie_al]

After another rotten week then along comes Sina, as always, to "breathe" life into my world and make it sunny again. You can't imagine what pleasure you bring to people week in, week out. I can't imagine this song without drums and your special groove. Extremely well done. You certainly have a gift, confidence and unique ability to turn just a song into a masterpiece. Your simply the best there is Sina. Thomas, you have a lot to offer and i believe that the world should open up for you after this stella performance with the best drummer in the world. I wish you all the very best and im sure that doors will open for you after this. Thanks again Sina for putting a smile on my dial. Can't wait for next week now cause you've let the cat out of bag. Some true rock hey, you bloody ripper. BTW just can't get you and David's rendition of "Cryin" out of my head. It's driving me nuts. Its been quite a way ago now yet its still there. And finally, how did you go at the institute last week??? Did you get anything out it??? Anyway, luv your work to bits darl. Keep on rockin. Aussie Al

[@whiskeytangofoxtrot2324]

She's getting better every time and always close to perfection. How is Milena these days?

[@Urgelt]

Very enjoyable! Thomas' tracks paired with Sina's excellent drumming is a terrific combination. The way Thomas' other instruments added punctuation to Sina's was especially pleasing.

[@josephwilliams7855]

Hey, sina! It would be wonderful a cover of let it be, really, it would be amazing! You are amazing with the classics. Blessings

[@ianmorrison2003]

Beautiful song. Really enjoyed it, You're right about Thomas Kop being the right voice for the song. And your own drum groove matched perfectly.

[@AloysiusBlunt]

Magnífica interpretación Sina, no se si me gustan mas tus covers, tus colaboraciones con otros artistas o tu experiencia con tu grupo The Gäs. De cualquier forma suenas genial.

[@横井拓-x5p]

Good music! Sina! And your drumming is very very beautiful and melodic!😉👍✨🎵 Thank you Sina! I will be good sleeping.😴🛌

[@cypresso56]

Awesomely done as always, Sina! Thank you for making my days bright on many levels as I watch and listen to your awesomeness! Blessings your way as always.

[@newyork6946]

I came here for Sina and found this dude with an amazing voice. Love you Sina.

[@stuartclayton189]

Now that was so so good.. Thank you.

[@randomvideosbymark8095]

Great collaboration SINA & THOMAS KOP!!!! A really nice easy going song to unwind with 👌 thanks✌

[@negifukinoto2678]

Awesome!!!

[@cactuscanuck6802]

Great drumming as always, and Thomas's voice is perfect for this song 👍

[@Musik-ist-Pura-Vida]

Sina this cover of you both is amazing! AND it is amazing that you can play so many different styles of music with such a feeling!!!!

[@fuelityourself]

#LOVETHISSONG thanks for postinng! So well written and composed. Its Big Hearted #BeautifulPrayer i recieved and confirm wonderrful word choice you are thinking with heart Your message matters and carries much weight its powerfully unselfish thanks for sharing! PRAISING GOD thats the hope right? Thanks sweet message

[@philorwick4378]

No matter the music genre you never disappoint!

[@sirjamesbowiesinatralennywhite]

Another amazing song

[@ВиталийДемин-г4м]

Спасибо! Всегда очень приятно слушать и смотреть Ваши новые клипы! Так держать! Умница!

[@BobPhillipsPhoto]

Very beautiful song and excellent performance Sina and Thomas ⭐️ really enjoyed it a lot!

[@Dan-Black]

I like it! And I like that you keep doing a variety of different styles!

[@ernstgeernaert1749]

Great performance Sina! I ❤ it!

[@michaelpommerenke6866]

Du weißt einen immer wieder zu überraschen. Sehr schöne Ballade. :-)

[@haroldk724]

Sina your so amazing...I love all the great stuff and Music you share with Us, Nice way to end the Week.......Thanks...it is Beautiful

[@bulldogmotorsports9522]

Loved the song. You nailed the drums again as usual. Thomas Kop vocals where beautiful.

[@SolidPonce13]

Nice. This is great. Such a sweet song You do such a wide range of musical styles, it's really great. Stay awesome Sina!

[@michaelbernhard9294]

Great vocals and the added drum part is just brilliant! In my eyes (or better:ears) quite an improvement to the original in all aspects... And for my personal taste you could easily do more of this slow ballads stuff, like it!

[@scarpiioprz3967]

Great drummer, beautiful lady, i love Sina!!

[@CraigChristopherSEI]

Beautiful

[@TheOrwell57]

Bravissimo++ und Danke schön