EP90 - Daryl Hall and Howard Jones - Things Can Only Get Better

[@jasmadams]

This band is absolutely ridiculous. They crush any arrangement, any style...it's the ultimate session.

[@miknelak]

Howard is a funk monster with few equals and the control of Mozart!

[@MultiPetercool]

Thomas Dolby ain’t bad either! #SynthPop

[@Jenjenilou]

If anyone from Daryl's team sees the comments - Paul Carrack please for a future collaboration. What I'd give to see him and Daryl together.

[@Allen2saint]

That would be huge.

[@TheUnsignedbands]

Absolutely that would be a fantastic collaboration

[@waltmichelcognac4942]

With paul carrack ? Waouh the collaboration could be so amazing with him! 😎🎼🎶

[@christinerichardsbabbleson9887]

OMG!!! Was thinking the absolute same thing!!! Honestly

[@MrTilsner]

Bravo, I was also thinking this.

[@cjk5115]

This amazing arrangement shows you that excellent music is timeless. A funky synth pop song gets a rework with incredible horn work that almost becomes salsa at the end. Wow, that was just incredible.

[@babygrandhigh]

Yup!! …….this arrangement is KILLER!!!! - and tasteful! 🎉

[@juanpallautapulido200]

The arrangement is really cool and the band is right on the money.

[@nicknelson9450]

Why almost?

[@kellyisraels2763]

The fusion of great musicians enjoying their craft. Howard Jones and Daryl Hall with the horns, keys, percussion, and guitars is just fabulous.

[@paulredding5864]

Daryls band is so tight, they just enhance every guests' talent. You can see HJ smiling at the start of this when they kick in...😎

[@sweper]

Oh, I wish I could hit the like button more than once. Be a fly on the wall in Daryl's House? I wish..

[@cooldebt]

Oh the joy! I’m a teenager again listening to Daryl and Howard and I love the new spin on the tunes giving them a second wind.

[@derekchapman5167]

The rhythm guitarist is a great player, his choice of embelishments is fantastic!!

[@lesizmor9079]

Shane used to play with the Neville Brothers, and Aaron Neville's solo tours.

[@davidscott129]

I love it when they break into the Cuban style piano and sax solos toward the end. Big surprise! It's like the Miami Sound Machine joined in. Howard Jones excels at pulling something new out of his bag of tricks.

[@mcculljo]

Love those horns! Mr. Casual still getting it done! So cool that he's been with Daryl since the 70s!

[@larseriksson1184]

They are amazing. Who are they?

[@mcculljo]

@@larseriksson1184 Charlie DeShant on Sax who's been with H&O since the 70s.

[@patrickdgarez86]

The final swing into cancion Cubana, being from Miami, was beautifully done and completely unexpected. So cool to see Mr. Jones. Having grown up in their era when all you got of your musical stars was a music video, it is wonderful to be in the new era where we get to see them as "humans" and, in this case, to confirm their incredible talent. The band is exceptional. as a drummer I can only dream of sitting in on a session like this. Hats off to you, Mr. Hall, for "Darryl's House" and for making it available for us all to enjoy, gratis. =)

[@andreverwoerd1378]

Yes, you could see them adjusting to the change in rhythm with a big smile on their faces, because they were not expecting THAT! Great live version of an originally completely synthesizer made song. Probably the most unexpected ending ever for the band. But they rose to the occasion.

[@Allen2saint]

Don’t remember the original being this funky. Band is sick! And Jones is way cooler than I remember, too!

[@lorrainesmith873]

This was so good. They both still got it. The eighties was a great era for blue eye soul. The artists from England during that time were so SOULFUL and on point. I would have to say even more so then the acts in the United States. This show was so missed and so glad it is back on. A lifelong fan. L.

[@cooldebt]

You must be my musical twin - exactly what i wanted to say. Much of what I loved in the 80s was DH and JO plus a whole bunch of UK performers. Having HoJo with Daryl is like seeing two of my teenage crushes in the same room - I'm all giddy!

[@Layla-hb8mq]

George Michael comes to mind too! I miss him and I miss the 80s 😢

[@bosundborg5895]

Thank You Darryl, for bringing your house to me. I think Howard Jones is the best guest so far from all perspectives, but especially when it comes to your musical joy. It was seen and heard all the way to Sweden.

[@jamesfraney1]

I'm dancing like nobody's watching!!! Crank up the volume!!!

[@kingfish806]

Horn section on point!

[@hoisin75]

Fun fact, first single and albums I bought were Howard’s when I was about 10. Always struck me how funky he was within the Brit synth pop scene, but hearing that fully realised with Daryl’s incredible band is mind blowing. He was a funk artist!

[@guitargoddess82]

HoJo holds such a special place in my heart. I just love him so much. His music (along with many other artists) have really helped me get thru the last 3 years. I will forever be grateful. This is a beautiful version. Such a masterpiece of a song. I love you HoJo!!!! Also, I'd like to add that Hall & Oates was one of the best concerts I've been to. I saw them with Train. ♥️

[@erinpennington9716]

The best part of these videos is how it all unfolds naturally.

[@nighthawkde4522]

Howard is so good. His voice is magic.

[@martinj.hammersmith8512]

I think Darryl’s band is the finest collection of musicians ever assembled in one room. My mind is constantly blown. This series is a gift, and Darryl has revealed himself to be one of the greatest musical talents od our time.

[@lightwillprevail]

Fantastic musicians 👍

[@susieq017]

It is my aged dream to see Daryl Hall and his wonderfully versatile group. Howard and all of the other guests are fantastic! Much love, light and music. 💖✨️🎵

[@paulkennedy477]

That Latin groove at the end, wow!

[@davejenkins2660]

I guess he made it to 60. Now if he has no regrets remains to be seen👍

[@martinj.hammersmith8512]

I feel like such a failure by comparison

[@drea4195]

What a matchup! I could never have dreamed for this but it's exactly what we need. Lovely!

[@ListenMySon]

My favorite guest of all time here. You guys pulled it off so well.

[@Jasynn54321]

Damn.... that got SHIT HOT! What a horn section. Big ass smile on my face, boyz. What a band. And what a great version.

[@jamlv23]

GEEZUS ! 💝🎵🎸

[@alexmott507]

The guitarist is so right about that pre chorus

[@seriousdoubts3697]

Damn! This song only gets better!!

[@cooltpmd]

I can't contain my joy. That was simply amazing.

[@NickP333]

Pretty much a perfectly written song. Bravo, Howard Jones and the rest of these top notch players.

[@carolinedemarco5466]

Whoa! Around 3:15 was just EVERYTHING!

[@bigdaddyl-rob7445]

This episode was a dream team bringing Daryl together with one of the 80's most underrated artists, Howard Jones! Howard was on my LFDH "bucket list" guest musicians that I wanted to see/hear and I got my wish! This was one of my favorite Howard jones songs and the band NAILS it!

[@carolinedemarco5466]

That SAX!!!!!!!!😍

[@lightwillprevail]

Howard Jones is the shit! Lucky to see him perform in the 80's 😎

[@idw9159]

"Things can only get better" are you sure? That song's pretty hard to top!

[@hello_its_me.]

If this jam doesn’t move you, you might just be dead!

[@jayneartwickis]

I love these gatherings so much

[@TomTennisco]

This performance already had my heart beating outside of my chest, but that break into salsa broke my mind! Brilliant!!!

[@TheGlobalfrog12]

Speechless .. truly fantastic !!!!

[@kateterry9283]

I would see them perform on tour in a heartbeat!!! Love me some HOJO and Daryl Hall!!!! This is a fave song of mine!!

[@conniemartin2615]

I'm blown away such fine musicians I look so forward to seeing every episode at Daryl's house keep it coming music is a gift to lift your spirit makes me so happy

[@donaldshidal851]

Y'all are the coolest cats out there.

[@andreatutrani]

Daryl Hall plays Salsa 💃🏽😁🎶🔥🎸❤️‍🔥

[@claudiacockerill226]

🌟🥁🎵🎸Splendid indeed.🌟🎺🎶🎷🌟💥🙌💖

[@Kellie_55]

Another #HowardJones Banger !!!!!! His songs are soooooo SMOOOOOTH 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤ Listen to that intro hook 🪝🎵🎵🎵🎵🎵😎😎😎😎💯

[@Sulu-sw3zo]

When Howard kicks into that Cuban section, the looks on everyones faces is priceless. What a treat to see these musicians just jamming and having fun. Utterly glorious. All the best to you all from New Zealand.

[@DiddleLe]

Incredible how good this sounds.

[@tomdchi12]

Horns killing it!

[@jeannieK1117]

March 9, 1987, Radio City Musich Hall: Mr. Jones opened for Paul Young. We were in the middle seats of the absolute back row ( 3 Mezz H 213). I did not so much as get propsed to as had the ring shoved on my finger: And, "for better or worse" here we still are ;)

[@TexasKoz]

Additionally, What I LOVE about the entire process is Dayl and the crew breaking bread with the artist. How fucking cool is that?

[@tamilovesnoles]

Love Howard Jones - fond memories of seeing him in 1985 in Florida.

[@enflitediva1]

This has been my favorite since childhood.

[@greggjohnson980]

Amazing band. I think my favorite part is that they all sing so beautifully.

[@squishmallowfan025]

I would love to be in a band where all I do is ‘the shakers’ - but I know even that takes discipline. Musicians at the top of their game and they make it look easy.

[@davebarlow6457]

One word : Superb !

[@russellzauner]

Holy Jesus Balls best ever

[@erinpennington9716]

Howard's voice has not aged at all.

[@craigmakarowski6460]

this is magic and awesome thank you to all the musicians 🙂

[@theescaperoom1113]

Best damn show on KZbin

[@offgridamy717]

I didnt recognize title ahhh but as soon as you started playing it. I was there brother.

[@kencollier7672]

Just smilin here !

[@teresawalther9205]

Could listen to this all day, everyday! Amazing funk♥

[@cameronbartley6139]

Awesome 🎉😊😊

[@celebro469]

This was pure joy to watch and hear. In a world where music is now held hostage by algorithms and autotune, the power of jamming and improvising is still king.

[@belga3513]

Wonderful !

[@joejawson5264]

That instrumental outro was so fire.

[@janneswolfs9961]

Great funky vibes. Loved the horns 🎶🎶🎶

[@janjohansenmusic]

Put that bridge together with ”All night long” Lionel Richie! I can’t unhear it! 😂

[@GalaxyGirl08]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS!!! Legends! 🥰🥰💕

[@angelarasmussen1800]

those two sax players really add ti the jam session

[@warrenphotographyx]

how freaking good are the horns !!!!

[@erinpennington9716]

Love the horns! You never hear them anymore unless Springsteen is playing.

[@NYyazoofan]

There isn't a more talented and nicer guy in music than HoJo. 14yo (and 50+) me loved this.

[@stevekelly5166]

Been an Howard fan since 1983. Seen him quite a lot. Next month I get to 60 and might have a few regrets. Knocked the original out of the park. Thank you.

[@Gylfi465]

Mr. Shane Theriot, you are a musical monster! Much respect !

[@wecanrebuildhim]

This song never gets old,.........it will never go out of style.

[@paulweis9797]

holy smokes DH and HJ... was not imagining that. Great stuff there!

[@Mariosilvagt3]

I am speechless!😮❤

[@schroeder8694]

One of my favorite songs to listen to when I am having a bad day

[@paulshannon7303]

They are such good session musicians! 😁 That tambourine on the off-beat...

[@miguelrejas5034]

BEAUTIFUL!!

[@mhmrules]

My favorite Howard Jones song! :D

[@stephenmatthias6408]

Love this - the two guys on sax are - Bad ass!!!

[@fantasyguru26]

I really dig the use of the saxes on this. What a joint. My favorite Howard Jones song with a twist. Superb musicianship.

[@jesse_cole]

Daryl's jam space is as big as a nightclub. Now I want to see the rest of the "cribs" episode for this place.

[@toddyjean2307]

The ‘Wrecking Crew’ vibes from the horns…no sweat, here we go….just kills me!

[@terryharvey7362]

how can this be better than the original?!! Way to go!!

[@aj_aka_alan]

Juky 31, 1984 I was picking up my girl working at the bar at the Columbia Inn, in Columbia, MD. I had flown into BWI earlier than evening and I was tired. Also that evening, Howard Jones and the Eurythmics were both playing at Merriweather Post Pavillion, The bar in the Columbia Inn closed at 2 AM. Frequently, whomever played Merriweather Post stayed at the Columbia Inn. Just prior to 2 AM, about when I thought that we were about to leave when in walked Howard Jones and Dave Stewart. They proceeded to bang on the piano in that bar for many hours. I was wrecked for my workday the following day. I didn't care. There was no sign of Annie however.

[@Layla-hb8mq]

Nice!! ❤ Nothing better than an unexpected once in a lifetime experience like that.

[@garycarter6773]

I'd love to be a fly on the wall here. He's had so many great musicians at his place. ♡♡♡♡

[@bernadinebourque3856]

Wow, another one!! Amazing so much fun! So happy this came up on my feed!! ❤

[@Real.DarylHall]

@@bernadinebourque3856 Hello, how are you doing it's nice meeting you here.

[@kengyang1908]

What a smooth purring running band,, cool jams,, Howard Jones the only Brit accent l can listen to not only singing but speaking

[@deadmanrunning6670]

This song sounded great in the mid 1980's and still sounds great today - timeless!

[@mmklassen]

One dream already answered when Todd and Daryl got together but now what really want is for Daryl to have Thomas Dolby come by. That could be epic!!

[@tbd419]

It’s always a good thing when Daryl isn’t the best musician in the room. You can see it on his face.

[@evankeal]

Never forget hearing that punching nasty DX7 solo on the recording kind of overpowering the horns its doubling, still gives me goosebumps as it did then.

[@TheINKspiredLife]

Mind blown. This is simply amazing on so many levels. Thank you for this incredible collab. ❤

[@paulpapandrea3714]

Things can only get better. I don't think so. That was amazing.