Bryan Ferry Song To The Siren Live in Belfast 2012

[@Arthur-tl2hp]

This man is a genius, I have enjoyed and appreciated his works for nearly 50 years

[@HTerHorst-j8h]

Me too! Often aaw him in Germany and the Netherlands, he is the coolest most sophisticated singer songwriter and frontman.

[@akoshorvath5118]

It is as elegant and sensual as only a Bryan Ferry can be.

[@peterwatson5659]

Bryan Ferry, simply a class act. Great guitar by Oliver Thompson..

[@allandstromquist8545]

Bryan Ferry one of the greatest musicians of our time

[@fin3572]

You know when a song is a classic when each time you hear a new version of it, it becomes your favourite. From Tim Buckley's original folk ballad, through Robert Plant's version and the Celtic lament of This Mortal Coil (Elizabeth Fraser sublime). Now the king of suave paints his magic. Orchestra, choir and some fine fretwork from a young Ollie Thompson. The song deserves this.

[@kittykane2058]

@fin3572: I appreciated your comment. I'm a huge fan of Tim Buckley; which naturally led me to become a ridiculous fan of his son, Jeff. I think this is a song that has forunately been treated with the respect and tenderness it deserves - due to the fact that every version has been covered beautifully by the musicians you mentioned. It never fails to make me weep. (You probably already know all this, but I'll ramble on anyway. lol.) Apparently, after This Mortal Coil recorded "Song To The Siren" (f'king "sublime" is right, lol.), Elizabeth developed a relationship with Jeff Buckley. There's an interview with E. Fraser where she speaks about their brief but, meaningful relationship. Her beautiful face says all. And it is a hearbreak to watch her try to get through the topic of Jeff's death. It's just one of those bittersweet, strange examples of how the world throws people together. A song about a man, knowing he will drown, as the sea breaks his boat around him, being called to his end, by the "song of the siren" (?). Tim Buckley's own version is so moving. This Mortal Coil covers the song - and it is ethereal, haunting. Then, Elizabeth, by mere happenstance, develops something very special with Jeff Buckley. Who was a near carbon-copy of his estranged father - in looks, talent, and that icredible voice. Just as Jeff was beginning to blow people's minds with his musical talents - he is taken by the Mississippi River. Drowned. So incredible and so tragic. One of too many musicians who should've lived forever. Thank you. Take Care.😺💖🎶🎸

[@ramspace]

​@@kittykane2058 Thanks.

[@kittykane2058]

@@ramspace : Oh My Goodness. That comment really got away from me & turned into an essay! Thank you for the inspiration! 🎶😺

[@markymark2819]

This is not only an incredibly beautiful performance of a great song, but a performance befitting the occasion. Commemorating 100 years since the sinking of the Titanic. No tricks, no "show, just walks up to the mic, sings wonderfully, takes a polite bow and walks away. Wonderful.

[@victoriasutton9958]

Beautiful version .This is one of my favourite songs ever. I think if Elvis was still here he would have recorded it.

[@tackleberryc6472]

Still awesome....

[@JohnYoung-gr5rm]

The master at work , there's no one like him .....

[@Thranduil29]

You are so right ❤❤❤

[@LennartWennberg]

Yes, truly a Master at work. Not to mention the orchestra, the singers and the arrangement. It is meaningless to discuss which version is the best.

[@martinmcdonald4207]

Each interpretation is from each performer. Bryan Ferry has made many song his own simply by singing it. Thank you Tim Buckley for this gift of a song.

[@amesloberg]

Bryan Ferry rocks as a "dulcet voiced" soft spoken sub-god. If you know anything about what his father's profession was, it makes you cry that this man utilized his artistic and musical talent to make the late 20th century and early 21st century better that he is here. He appears very posh but he is a self-made man.

[@susanmichalewicz8830]

Ingrid Loberg

[@helenesteinberg7189]

Always a respectful charming intense man in whatever he does.

[@siobhangreaney191]

Down to earth respects his fans wherever he is touring

[@umarhayat7730]

And yet is happy to kick the ladder away once he's climbed up - Tory scum

[@bed5513]

Country Life

[@truthteller308]

You had me at Avalon. I will always come back.

[@Bluebeatbabe1]

Beautiful, haunting rendition from Bryan...atmospheric and touching...

[@danthebeachman]

In my opinion, the best cover of the Tim Buckley Classic!

[@user39h2j8il]

I prefer Sinéad O'Connor's version.

[@xmoomoo9158]

I think George Michael’s is the BEST!

[@janejohnstone5795]

He is a modest ,..down to earth,...no pretence ...person,..it must be from his humble roots ,..a farming,.hard working background.

[@davidboatman925]

Hates kids though, self admittedly.

[@simonspitfire16]

Bryan Ferry does it again! He has the same passion in this video as he did in Jealous Guy!

[@LaLaMeansILoveYou23]

I've had a Bryan Ferry crush for many years! Such a class act.

[@celtic_siren]

Me too..

[@sabinescheer7803]

I have it since one year, love him so much and listen to his songs nearly every day. ❤🫦

[@stevenjohnson8941]

Followed ferry and Roxy since I was 16 from the start of Virginia plain he still astounding me!

[@kittokino]

I don't know how many countless times I've watched and listened to this song and it still remains so fresh and beautiful... Amazing performance and Bryan Ferry has poured his heart into the song.

[@lorrydriverdotcom]

Oh that voice, heartbreakingly beautiful, brings a tear to my eye

[@duartem.1721]

Bryan Ferry is a class act.

[@HouseholdDog]

The classiest.

[@maxwellbowden9961]

An absolute legend of pioneering British new music. I remember Viva, the Roxy Music early live album. Both ends burning at high volume is a great memory for me😊

[@TheSteveMahoney]

Beautiful live version. Bryan Ferry owned it.

[@scgaliop7921]

The epitome of class and talent. Thank you Micheal Mann for bringing Bryan Ferry’’s music into my life.

[@joe22589]

It is unbelievable, but Bryan Ferry Always pulls out the best of his supporting musicians. That´s what makes him a master - timeless songs, great lyrics, perfect arrangements and his leadership as a bandleader. Genius!

[@bobyoungson914]

The musical magician weaves his magic to bewitch and enthrall !

[@twlttznr]

A sublime notch above other versions. Bryan is the standard to measure all others

[@scopex2749]

Sounding as good as ever - a true songsmith. I never knew Bryan covered Buckley's song, its a song that many cannot do justice to - but no worries here!!! EPIC AND AWESOME spring to mind!

[@alistairmelhuish2168]

He's just all class. Superb. Great to see him fit and healthy after that health scare. Come back to Auckland soon Bryan.

[@jamesdempsey7410]

Most perfect cover song in the history of cover songs.

[@oneofall4360]

Ya

[@oneofall4360]

Also his Cover 'jealous guy'and 'smoke gets in your eyes' is nice

[@bluezzzASMR]

Listen to his cover of johnny and mary 😢

[@paulwaldby606]

Listen to Robert Plants version it's beautiful

[@whalemoth]

It would be hard to screw up a song this perfect but yes - Bryan really knocks it completely out of the park. Bless him.

[@GetToDaChoppa-k5r]

Bryan did a great job of this song. He has such a brilliant and unique voice.

[@whychromosomesmusic5766]

Beautiful song. I've never heard it before. Bryan is always such a natural on the stage. You can tell he'd rather be there than anywhere else. His joy of performance is undeniable.

[@CheradanineZakalwe]

A Tim Buckley song but try the version by This Mortal Coil. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fne6fH1oe7qcd7M

[@whychromosomesmusic5766]

@@CheradanineZakalwe I had that album (It'll End in Tears) about the time it came out. I gave all of my vinyl to my nieces and nephews. One of them has it now. I didn't even recognize the song. My memory is getting bad I guess ;-)

[@rebeccaweil1]

I miss Roxy music

[@MagdaHaraburda]

❤Piękny człowiek i bardzo zdolny i utalentowany romantyk o dobrym sercu kocham takich ludzi i kocham taka muzykę co wnosi coś do świata i ludzi dziękuję ❤😊😂😊

[@jo5707]

Bliss pure Bliss - fantastic production. The master at his best.

[@tonywilson9437]

I'm here because looking through the different versions of this song, I remembered how enchanting beautifully Bryan perform John & Mary and hoped he'd have performed this too as I could hear his voice singing it in my head.

[@TracyLynnMcIntosh]

Every single hair on my body is raised to the max!!!! Thank you Bryan... I love you brother! Beautiful man.......❤️

[@GetToDaChoppa-k5r]

wet too I bet

[@TracyLynnMcIntosh]

no hassle it wasn't raining. For a change.

[@GetToDaChoppa-k5r]

tracy symington ha ha. Is that what they call it nowadays.

[@TracyLynnMcIntosh]

no hassle you have completely lost your way. Away and listen to Roxy music Bryan Ferry. And grow up .... enjoy.🙏😊

[@GetToDaChoppa-k5r]

tracy symington ha ha, take care

[@you2vertigo]

What a beautiful song....and BF gets to the core of it !

[@davidwilliamdanielthomas9305]

One thing that may not be noted anywhere as much as it should be about Bryan is his PHENOMENAL sense of pitch. To be able to t hear himself and accurately gauge notes and pitch on stage, like this, is a very rare gift. He is not wearing earpieces, as most do. Instead, Bryan is relying upon his own amazingly finetuned hearing to do what most rely on technology to do. This is totally badass.

[@MsAboutAGirl]

besides David Bowie, my second favourite gentleman in music history :-)

[@DonDixit]

Skip Bowie. In: Robert Palmer.

[@truthteller308]

Don't forget Sting, a legal alien in New York.

[@anabellelei8540]

@@DonDixit Never Skip Bowie! Bowie /Ferry/ Reed!

[@lovedeluxeemu]

@@anabellelei8540 preach, bby.preach.

[@santisanti8386]

yes yes yes

[@grahamgfm]

Music dosnt get any better than this. True class.

[@anth7354]

One of the last great artists going all the way back to the 70 ‘s

[@kaiserboy3317]

SUPERBLY EXECUTED!!! WELL DONE MR FERRY, AS ALWAYS ANOTHER MASTERPIECE!!! SO DEEPLY SENTIMENTAL!!!

[@carlogabrielecolombo7277]

Sublime!!! All is magic, voice , music chorus, electric guitar. A dream. Unique Bryan

[@kathyclark3168]

Oh my goodness! His voice and this song.. ❤❤❤❤

[@insomnia3201]

How can I still be in love with him after a lifetime of worshipping him, it just tears my heart into tiny pieces, and I met him once, I was dumbstruck! For once in my life, unable to speak..

[@danielmaher152]

Better song than my heart will go on.

[@Stinkbug74]

This is the first time I'm hearing this song & never heard anything about it. Just happened upon it here & I'm sure glad. It's one of those songs that gives you goosebumps from touching you deep inside.

[@maxromero2903]

Chris Prouty Yes I agree. I played this song by Mortal Coil's version many times over. It reminded me of my partner Jocelyn Avanzado, who left too early from cancer. We were together for 10 years. She's been gone for over 3 yrs now. I have since married, but I haven't forgotten her.

[@Stinkbug74]

We never forget or stop feeling the pain of the loss of someone we've loved dearly. I am truly sorry for your loss Max, but am so glad that you have continues to live. I'm sure that your Jocelyn wanted you to continue with happiness.

[@busawulf]

Try Tim Buckley[Starsailor Album]. THE ultimate. I love Brian Ferry, but this is truly insipid....

[@Stinkbug74]

I still haven't listened to it yet but I'm sure it's beautiful. Hopefully tonight.

[@Stinkbug74]

Like right now, looking for it.

[@PietroColombo-em5mz]

Brian Ferry made music history with his own creations, but he also has Midas' touch: others' good songs, become much better when arranged by his skill.

[@digger5521]

River of salt is still one of my favorite Ferry songs

[@MegaMACADOO]

As hauntingly beautiful as his voice is what defines the man to me is his timeless grace - walk out without fanfare and sing this unbelieveably moving song and without a word takes a brief bow and quietyly respectfully leaves

[@markjones2879]

I met Ferry in 2011, a very humble, polite and shy man. He bowed when he shook my hand - the only person I have ever met who has done so. He clearly entered into the spirit here, understanding the importance of the event and the references to the Titanic and acted accordingly.

[@boonfong]

If anyone "Have never heard this guy before", their comments cannot be taken seriously.

[@ninanardi5012]

How sweet in that interpretation, in that voice... My enchanted soul thanks you...

[@adriviola]

Every time I hear this song and this live version and have goose pumps. Amazing interpretation and I wish the guitar solo was a bit lower in volume, as it sometimes it superimposed Bryan's voice. Apart from that, fantastic.

[@janejohnstone5795]

He is reserved,....but puts his emotions and feelings into his music, it's a way of communication for an inwardly sensitive person....

[@GEA955]

Timeless & ageless ! Ferry`s voice touches my soul This song is pure magic !💖gr

[@driftwood1906]

the ethereal and almost fragile quality of Ferry's voice suits the song and solemn occasion beautifully.

[@user-zz7si3ku5q]

He's the best person to sing this song.

[@halfrutter2226]

Ferry is awesome! What a voice, and so much soul. This music 🎶 will never die.🎉

[@fabriziomelandri1616]

Great performance, beautiful song. Bravo Mr Ferry

[@luiscoello4742]

Linda Nevin: Brian Ferry´s voice is perfectly audible for those who know his music and style Belfast 2012, how many people would like to look like him at the age of 67 You know what Brian Ferry did to this song? he dignified the meaning of the song and took it to the highest level of interpretation and orchestration It was not a Roxy concert at the Apollo, is something different: it was to conmemorate the Titanic and song to siren sounds perfect to the ocation Yes Lennart: A Master at work!

[@lindavanpol9221]

love this song so much !!!!

[@harrykornek6605]

Es berührt wie nur weniges. Verbeugung vor Sir Bryan Ferry. Danke Bryan...

[@MsPatataki]

I love this man!!!

[@Karingal99]

Brilliant performance Mr Ferry!!!!

[@ignmorales]

Superb Bryan. Not anyone should be allowed to sing this one. He did a masterpiece.

[@sas-colinchristian5017]

I love Bryan Ferry, his voice still captures me.

[@LenaFromMoscow]

Great video! Can't forget live in Moscow last year! Thanks!

[@stanharland2023]

i was alseep one afternoon with the tv on.i am a big ferry fan but had never heard this before.i will always remember it woke it me up in wonder.........

[@michaelengle9062]

the recorded version on Olympia is just beautiful

[@mickadatwist1620]

The voice is a shadow of its former strength.

[@regretto]

True. But still kinda pleasant and also shows as a whole are arranged quite well.

[@MrGouvim]

Still waitin' 4 u man. Here in this lost country... the laest but not the last..

[@michaelmurtagh1305]

a master at work.....timeless and Buckley too amazing

[@sharoncopeland4429]

Beautiful, Oliver Thomson is the best guitarist Bryan has ever had, so amazing and so young x

[@carstenhenschen3273]

Bryan Ferry wird am 26.9.2023, 78 Jahre alt. Er hat 1970 ROXY MUSIC mit Phil Manzanera, Andy Mckay, Bryan Eno und Paul Tomson gegründet. Ein ganz großer Musiker...

[@johnsoar42]

Beautiful rendition of the Tim Buckley classic.

[@FrauSurbier09]

perfect song....thank you, Mr.Ferry💖

[@PeterHain-di8ir]

Nailed it Great Song Brain Ferry almost good as Orginal by this mortal coil

[@LeonieCarlaDoyle]

For the late Tim Buckley. God bless you Brian Ferry

[@marywright6500]

Bryan this is spellbinding.

[@ReneJeanBensadoun]

Excellent (as usual Bryan...)!

[@stephaniesoulas3346]

Je découvre d autre musique Avec ton charme fou On ne peut que craquer ❤

[@leosayermusic]

@@stephaniesoulas3346 Hello, how are you doing it's nice meeting you here.

[@lisbethwinnem2796]

Beautiful song,Beautiful man❤

[@tiefhals]

His style of singing is different these days, but I can't tell if it's him doing that voluntarily or his voice has changed enough (at age 66, after years of smoking) to make it involuntary. I listen to the recent Roxy Music clips on YT and wonder whether he can still hit the notes/volume or whether the backup singers are carrying him. Am hoping for the former. Just glad to have seen him twice solo followed by the RM reunion tour of '01...

[@MrGerritStok]

I saw a longer version of this song, and a longer guitar solo by Oliver Thompson. Thought by Jools Holland. Can't find it anymore unfortunatly. Wonderfull sound.

[@Behutet93]

I recall it too. Good blistering lead on the guitar....or maybe we are victims of the Mandala effect.....

[@UweBehrends-z5p]

Einfach nur Wunderbar Bryan

[@Bibidybobidy]

He's comming to Toronto, w/ Roxy, can't wait.

[@Eowyn77]

Amazing performance. Thank you!

[@piscazziumberto303]

Un grande sia come leader dei roxy music sia come solista ci regala sempre delle emozioni uniche grazie Bryan

[@dianemartin1877]

Always makes me cry, in a good way

[@rajanderphilip9531]

Stellar. Impossible to top.

[@Liabelle1]

One word - Brilliant!!!!!

[@rajanderphilip9531]

Absolutely awesome.

[@maxromero2903]

There was another live video on youtube of this song with a great lead guitar and Bryan singing. It was longer. I wish it wasn't deleted.

[@La__Fenice_]

I LOVE YOU❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@sergiosaukka]

He sings a lot ! Giant.

[@TheMamsat]

ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL !!!!

[@newslamp]

Bryan, come back to Cleveland!

[@rajanderphilip9531]

This is why we have ears.

[@peterwestcott3475]

Excellence, right there.

[@javiervazquez7884]

Excelente todo! Gracias por compartir 💪

[@LeonieCarlaDoyle]

So romantic...thanks Brian xxx

[@elianarodrigues7568]

I love Bryan♥

[@alesjamsek1199]

Briliant song ! Oceanic Bryan !