FINALLY!| FIRST TIME HEARING Blues Traveler - Hook REACTION

FINALLY!| FIRST TIME HEARING Blues Traveler - Hook REACTION
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[@mascan7905]

One of the most meta songs ever. John Popper wrote a scathing critique of catchy pop songs, and did it in a catchy pop song.

[@lipby]

While blatantly ripping off Pachebel's "Canon in D," though dozens of pop groups have gotten fabulously wealthy doing that.

[@Toastybees]

@@lipby "Ripping off" classical music lol someone really doesn't know what goes into the creation of music.

[@triggerwarning5762]

@@Toastybees Popper himself said he ripped it off.

[@Toastybees]

@@triggerwarning5762 It's called being humble. The same melodies and progressions have been popular for a very long time.

[@lipby]

@@Toastybees It's just a turn of phrase. Even Pachelbel didn't originate that chord progression.

[@dbsagacious]

5:10 no buddy, he's not a harmonica player, he's THE harmonica player. Dude is a legend. Not only is his skill on the harp legendary, he is SUCH a talented vocalist.

[@lipby]

Charlie Musselwhite is probably THE harmonica player.

[@darrellboone9274]

Um...Stevie Wonder?!😳

[@censorshipsucks9493]

John Popper is to the harmonica as Jimi Hendrix is to the guitar as Charlie Daniels is to the fiddle.

[@jawbone78]

@@censorshipsucks9493 in the sense that those are all guys people have heard of, yes.

[@John_Locke_108]

Lol. I had the same exact thought. I'm expecting more Blues Traveler in his future.

[@nobody_special]

Love that Amber caught the song's meaning. 👏👏👏👍👍👍

[@rainydaydreamawy]

Love Jay, but lets be honest, Amber is the brains in this outfit.

[@22saiaop]

I hate to admit it, because back in 95 it took me about 3 listens to pick up on what he was talking about. It's beyond brilliant.

[@Pcytripper]

​@@22saiaop if I wasn't a habitual liner note reader, I would've missed it too, but I had to read the lyrics to everything back then. Lol

[@chrisorlando6162]

Amber ALWAYS gets it... she's incredibly quick.

[@justinatest9456]

Amber's ability to pick up on the lyrics and their meaning, actually listening to the music, while watching the video all at the same time. No other reaction channel can do it, even while watching lyric videos. She almost never misses the meaning of the songs. Jay as well tbf.

[@kelqueen9998]

I was going to say the same thing; she's pretty impressive!

[@hopefulsisyphus6550]

Agreed 100%. I have to admit now, I liked the first couple of reactions I saw of theirs - then I went looking for a couple of songs. Once I saw their reaction to those, I knew they were kindred souls with me. Have loved the journey since…

[@ericwalker8636]

I agree, it's very gratifying. J can sometimes, though not always, get so lost in the performance that he misses the message. It's nice that Amber usually picks up on what's being delivered in the song. That's what's so aggravating about Brad&Lex. Even though they have a slightly better approach to recording their videos (pausing appropriately, rewinding after EVERY pause), they often have a hard time following the gist of the song even when they're watching a lyric video.

[@Technobuilder]

@@ericwalker8636 Truth. I like B&L. L is all about the music and vibe and B is always looking at the words as written and the story being presented in the video, but oftentimes it's at the cost of understanding the meaning behind lyrics themselves.

[@Technobuilder]

Yes! Amber immediately twigging to the meaning and substance behind the flash and sparkle was what I was hoping for anytime I click on a Reaction to 'Hook' by Blues Traveler. Did not disappoint!

[@JDogg1971]

This song was their slap to the face of critics. Listen to the words. Fantastic!

[@TA3DArtist]

Critics and politicians!

[@scottvanhille5688]

What's good J D? You're back in the building, and back like you never left haha shoot.

[@scottvanhille5688]

@@johnboydTx John, you're back in the building and back like you never left, haha shoot?

[@jacobskinner3522]

Is it a slap in the face to critics, who are likely to understand it, or to the easily-swayed pop music listener the song is aimed at?

[@JDogg1971]

@@jacobskinner3522 good point.

[@surlechapeau]

Jay & Amber, you'll love their "Run-Around"!! John Popper on vocals, harmonica and songwriting!!

[@heidi_d]

Excellent next suggestion!

[@joshsmith302]

Nice harmonica in this one. Good suggestion 👍

[@surlechapeau]

@@heidi_d thank you!

[@surlechapeau]

@@joshsmith302 thank you

[@Shrykespeare]

I remember "But Anyway" because the band actually appeared (in Amish attire) performing the song at the end of the movie "Kingpin".

[@natecloe8535]

The most creative line ever that for some reason EVERYONE misses the first time. "Familiar heroes from long ago. No matter how much Peter loved her. What made the Pan refuse to grow. Is that the Hook brings you back."

[@davidgalvez5341]

Not enough people are familiar anymore with Peter Pan, I guess... .

[@mrupright]

The Pan line ranks as one of my all-time favorites.

[@calebclunie4001]

Second Star To The Right, And Straight On 'Til Morning.

[@revwillyg6450]

Awesome line. I had no idea how genius this song was when it was new. I really thought it was a typical pop song 😂

[@natecloe8535]

​@@calebclunie4001 Holy crap......I forgot that line entirely somewhere over the years. Its blowing my mind how nostalgic your comment just made me.

[@laurasmith4435]

I love Hook!! But I love Run Around even more!! The Blues Travelers were such a unique and awesome band in the 90's

[@douglasg.9271]

John Popper ( singer, harmonica) is to me, the Eddie Van Halen of the harmonica. He changed the way I think about it, and how I thought it should be played. He’s an absolute genius.

[@ZacCostilla]

Absolutely! He’s so talented. I just wish he wasn’t an emotional train wreck and abusive. He’s talented, but he’s a class A jerk of a human being.

[@howardhales6325]

Ha ha, never thought of it that way. Beautiful.

[@scottromer8584]

Couldn't agree more. Knew Jay would love the harmonica in this song!

[@NavvyMom]

@@scottromer8584 Yeah, was great when his eyes popped out like a Warner Bros. cartoon character.

[@scottromer8584]

@@NavvyMom Love the Warner Bros. cartoon character reference! Refer to heros from long ago, then goes to Peter Pan. Love the lyrics (point of song), vocals, and harmonica.

[@stevebryant6483]

The Mountains Win Again is another amazing song from this unique band.

[@Number_51]

Great tune. Add Crystal Flame and Mountain Cry for my part. There's a very long version of Mountain Cry with Santana that's fantastic.

[@frankparrish7887]

Ahhh...One of my personal Blues Traveler favorites.

[@sanzoftatooine]

I would echo that. Please "Mountains Win Again" ASAP!

[@989someguy]

My absolute favorite Blues Traveler song.

[@calibadgerdude6082]

Sweet Pain. Hands down the best song they’ve ever recorded!

[@guamboy1975]

This Band is one of the most unique bands from the 90’s. Good Lyrics, He can belt, versatile voice, high pitch, a little bit of rap, excellent on the harmonica. Wow! You just don’t hear this kind of music anymore!

[@notthesmartestguyintheroom3753]

We had a saying that "the 90's are just the 60's turned upside down" and this band personifies that indeed! The whole FOUR album is absolutely a very well produced album! John Popper is still one of the best harp players ever!

[@johnwoolard4599]

The industry industry told him they wanted a "radio" song so in protest he wrote this and it ironically became his biggest hit, BUT you must do other songs so you see how amazing he is!

[@michaellockhart554]

One of the absolute best National Anthems I've ever heard was performed by John Popper prior to an Atlanta Braves World Series game

[@bankbarcomo806]

I can't find the link, do you have it?

[@SquirminHermanthe1eyedGerman]

My team, I was there!

[@leahrosamilia8006]

Yes! I saw him play it at Woodstock '93, amazing.

[@kimryan6087]

Blues Traveler and Ziggy Marley (live) performing "No Woman No Cry" is absolute🔥

[@Mudcat3434]

To watch people listen to this song and fall into his trap is always hilarious. Like .01% have a lightbulb go off and the other 99.9% are oblivious. Kudos to Amber.

[@Shrykespeare]

Blues Traveler! I knew you'd get around them eventually! John Popper is one of the best harmonica players in the business. If you loved this, you'll love "Runaround" and "But Anyway". "Most Precarious" is also a great song. Now, for a true 90s BANGER, check out "Possum Kingdom" by Toadies. The bass riff will blow you backwards! (P.S. You guys have done well over 200 songs that were released in the 90s... many have been country, or Christmas songs. Many others didn't have that "90s" sound. But I think you've loved more than you haven't... e.g. Cranberries, Collective Soul, Black Crowes, Sheryl Crow, Alanis Morissette, Melissa Etheridge, Nirvana, Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, were all 90s.)

[@mokumboi19]

Possum Kingdom is definitely a 90s banger.

[@hopefulsisyphus6550]

Agree with Patrick on “Runaround” by Blues Traveler and most of the artists listed here too. Have to include Dave Matthews here though…. Was a great time musically as well, but you had to look more for it because the internet was not as widespread and there was a lot of great underground music. If you like Blues Traveler, give The Mighty Mighty Bosstones - “The Rascal King” a listen!! I think we are dialing in on winning music for you guys in the 90’s

[@Billy.gen-X]

Plus the toadies are from north Texas. Not far from you guys.

[@RealTalkWithJP]

Definitely Possum kingdom!

[@catofthecastle1681]

I really want them to do Veruca Salt!!!! Great all girl rockers!

[@talon8537]

The old TV series "Roseanne" always used a song by Blues Traveler in opening sequence. For years it was strictly instrumental , but the last few years of the show you also got him singing as well as showin' out on the harmonica

[@toriboy25]

And John was on an episode.

[@tjhorne82]

John Popper appeared on the show and performed with John Goodman and Dan Aykroyd.

[@MSgt_0699]

This song was so genius. And the song follows the basic structure of Pachelbel's Canon in D, especially during the rap part where it becomes obvious.

[@ChristChickAutistic]

I was looking for this!

[@MSgt_0699]

@@ChristChickAutistic Yeah, first time I heard this song I wracked my brain trying to figure out why it was so familiar.

[@thejesusofbaghdad]

Fantastic. Never noticed that before, but now it's clear as anything, haha.

[@andrewthacher6395]

It's so obvious...now that I've read your comment! Hah, thanks. Dunno how I missed it before!👍

[@joshuacoldwater]

This song will forever be a piece of my soul, I’m so glad you two enjoyed it.

[@denisealexander5441]

The guy on the keyboard is Paul Schaefer. Has been in the business for many years, also late night television band. Very talented on his own. Looked like he was having an amazing time performing with the guys. This is one of my favorite Blues Traveler's songs. You should also read the lyrics to it. There's a lot that you could have missed because of the pace of the song. Very well written, and poetic.

[@danielcameron9857]

David Letterman's band leader for decades!

[@republicoftexas3261]

In the Blues Brothers as well right? Not in the movies except a cameo in the 2nd one

[@brianmiller1077]

Shaffer also wrote the dance hall anthem "It's Raining Men"

[@Scottracine68]

@@danielcameron9857 As well as his musical director and you'll notice Paul pretty much "sits in" with a lot of the musical guests when he gets the chance. I think Paul was probably the one, with his connections in the music industry, that booked the acts. I watched Late Night for the bands they invited, it was the music I enjoyed that the other late shows weren't. Blues Traveler played on the show a few times over the years.

[@lafelong]

Artie Fufkin, Polymer Records.

[@KaleidoscopeMagic]

Finally Indeed!! I'm pretty sure I recommended this song sometime last year. Blues Traveler has such a unique and fun sound! Glad y'all gave them a listen! Such good music!! 😀 Next song by Blues Traveler would be *RUN AROUND*

[@ColoradoGrami]

LOL... last year was a couple of weeks ago. jk... I get it.

[@KaleidoscopeMagic]

@@ColoradoGrami Go away.

[@Nevarez23]

My favorite song by Blues Traveler is The Mountains Win Again. It's about heartbreak and depression, and it resonated with me as a teen.

[@vincentalbanese8582]

Played this CD on repeat in the car for a few months. At first, I went back and forth from Runaround to Hook, then gave the other song a try. Mountains Win Again is great. I also love Stand.

[@Bonniesyoutube]

Oh yes! Mine too!!!!

[@lyleschoepflin5444]

This is one of my favorites, John has so much skill not only singing but his harmonica skill is just amazing. I couldn't think of anytime someone has made a harmonica sing like that. Just epic.

[@TheCrazyNette]

Love these guys...this and The Mountains Win Again are my two favorite tunes from Blues Traveler.

[@sanzoftatooine]

Those two are my favorites as well.

[@TryMyMartini]

Amber, you get it. I swear, I grin ear to ear when I watch you digest a song. You don't just hear it, you actually listen to it. I don't know if you have tried writing anything for yourself, but I think you have a perspective that should be shared. Whatever your talent is, I hope you get it out there, because we're ready!

[@everettbateman4741]

One of the few front-men who gives me chills with his voice. This song especially.

[@JM-wu8bh]

I honestly thought he sang, "The heart brings you pain" and it talked about how people hook you to believe their false statements.

[@ericlynnes1228]

John Popper is not just a great singer, but may be the single best harmonica players ever. His speed and precision are insane. Looking forward to yall diving deeper into these guys.

[@Citizenesse8]

Aside from its still relevant commentary if you're listening to the words, this is Pachelbel's Canon. This song eternally speaks and rocks.

[@thundernels]

Writing songs to the Canon is itself a cliche, the ultimate hook.

[@christophermehrens9212]

This a great take on the Pachelbel Cannon in D-- composed in the 1680s. Welcome to the Baroque!

[@Umptyscope]

Look to "Four Chords" by Axis of Awesome for an explanation.

[@christophermehrens9212]

That should be Canon. Sorry.

[@AndICanTalk2]

One of the great songs of the decade, and of all time. Glad you all enjoyed it.

[@MrLedotson]

This song has more meaning than just the lyrics. The chord progression of "Hook" is very similar to the basic structure of Pachelbel's Canon in D from the 1680s. This chord progression is very widely used in popular music, often as the hook. This structure has been used in hit songs by The Beatles, Pet Shop Boys, Oasis, Green Day, Maroon 5, and countless others.

[@PlagueKing_LordFalix]

That's pretty cool.

[@spacetiger5076]

This one used to be one of my jams in the 90s. Not many people I knew liked Blues Traveler but I just loved John Popper’s passion in the videos.

[@SteelSean6]

The 90’s was the best decade of music in my life and an argument could be made of all time. Even the background songs and artists and run-of-the-mill radio plays were so good

[@anthonyhaylock6655]

They were also in the movie BLUES BROTHERS 2000 , John was a hotel receptionist , and his band actually plays in the movie

[@jasonking3466]

They were one of the greatest College Bands. You just had to go to the right bar near a college to hear them jam all night. Man, miss those days

[@andrewmize823]

I was 15 when the video came out for this song. I've always appreciated it because it's got some great wordplay.

[@BorderlineSloth]

So happy to see you guys listen to Blues Traveler and hope to see you react to more in the future. Should definitely try out "Stand", "The Mountains Win Again", "But Anyway", "Canadian Rose", and so many more. You'll always get some good harmonica when you listen to them.

[@feliciachaste]

But Anyway!!

[@vincentalbanese8582]

The scatting in Stand makes that song, but I come away with...It's a long long long...long long lo-ong...way to fall...stuck in my head.

[@tatearroyo8663]

I saw them in September 2001 at The Tabernacle here in Atlanta about a week and a half after 9/11. It was the first time we had been out and about since the traumatizing event and our emotions were still pretty raw. Popper opened up the show on harmonic playing The Star Spangled Banner. Tears in my eyes as I type this reliving the experience in my mind. His playing was somber yet beautifully defiant at the same time. It was so, so cathartic and remains one the most poignant moments of my life.

[@scottdolby]

Used to go to a lot of concerts when I was 16-28 years old. Drove 4 hours to see Blues Traveler. No special lights. No lasers. No video screens. Just them on stage playing. They played in a converted vaudeville theatre near the Mississippi River in St Louis. I am a big fan of “Hard Rock / Metal / Punk Rock” - and out of 50+ different shows, that Blues Traveler show was HANDS DOWN the single best live show I have ever experienced. The song you did, was from their 4th album. Check out “But Anyway” from the first. Wonderful reaction!!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉

[@tomhartley9001]

Blues Traveler’s “Alone” is also amazing

[@bluegrasskids52784]

The Live from the Fall version is killer.

[@miconis123]

I love the seamless progress into Sweet Talking Hippie

[@WristwatchAddiction]

This band is a must see live if you get a chance. They are the quintessential jam band. Most songs go on for like 20 minutes when they play them live. Lol! Discovered them in the early 90s when I bought a used car CD player and one of their CDs was inside. Been a fan ever since.

[@NavvyMom]

I bet that person looked high and low for their missing CD, mourning its loss.

[@WristwatchAddiction]

@@NavvyMom I’m sure! It was the self titled Blues Traveler CD with the blue & pink graffiti print. First song I ever heard from them was the first track off it,”But Anyway” & was hooked!

[@jasonrose9092]

Blues Traveler is an unbelievable band! I have seen them 186 times in 14 different states. Never gets old. They are phenomenal musicians!

[@bobbyc3895]

The guy on the couch is named Ken Ober and was the host of an MTV game show "Remote Control" which also had as a featured player someone named Adam Sandler.

[@thomashorton5715]

Have you heard of the Spin Doctors they did a song called Pocket Full of Kryptonite in 1992

[@kgardneriii]

Agreed! Pocket Full of Kryptonite was the name of the album. A few top songs from. That album were Two Princes, Little Miss Can’t Be Wrong, and Jimmy Olsen’s Blues.

[@kimberlyfairbanks8330]

Looove this band! John Popper is amazing. Other alternative songs from the 90s you should check out are, "Drive" by Incubus and " Far Behind" by Candlebox. 🔥

[@Samurai_Stoner]

Candlebox is such a great band

[@Achromania]

This one's always a ppl pleaser. Straight banger. First, I've never heard anyone play the harmonica like that and my life. Then the why John can be so powerful one moment then soft and agile the next. The rhythm section with the great pocket. Just top notch.

[@MagicAl56]

There's more back-story to this song. As others mentioned, it's a critique of pop music, but it's bitter. At the time they were recording this album, Blues Traveler had been under A&M Records, which was going to be bought by Universal, a huge conglomerate. Blues Traveler had been told that unless they could make popular music with a "hook", they would not be retained post-merger. They gave in and wrote pop music, but the lyrics were their protest. In the end the label dropped them anyway, and ended up on independant labels, which is probably for the best since it gives them the freedom to do the kinds of music that they always wanted to.

[@keifermark]

This is true.

[@carolhayward7369]

Here's one from 1998 that I bet Jay will like, "One Week" by the Barenaked Ladies. Who'll back me up on this?

[@toriboy25]

That is a good one, My fav of theirs is Call and Answer.

[@tjmeyer4469]

The guy on the couch is Ken Ober, who was the host of the MTV game show called Remote Control. This show helped launch Adam Sandler's career.

[@amejapan]

Blues traveler were a band 90s musicians with 70's souls. Once when I saw the Allman Brothers in the Beacon Theater. John Popper came on stage and played harmonica with them for 3 songs. It was a great experience.

[@cmiles97x38]

These guys are so good very few catch that the lyrics are a troll about how folks don't listen to the actual meaning of them in pop songs and how the music industry doesn't care either. Just make it sound profound even if it isn't and the hook (lyrically and musically) keep folks listening.

[@gregsachse7123]

They wouldn't show anything but glimpses of a genius because of his weight. Sadly we haven't evolved much

[@jasonmed2119]

They are in Blues Brothers 2000. The list of true legends in the film is astounding, including Dr John.

[@hannieloooo]

I’m so impressed that Amber NAILED the true meaning of this song! Admittedly, it went over my head for years!😂

[@marksimpson1991]

One of the very best bands in the business. Every one of them a phenomenal musician. A whole lot of great music to explore.

[@MattMuirhead]

I recall seeing Blues Traveller, Dave Matthews Band, Rusted Root, Lenny Kravitz and G-Love and Special Sauce playing together at the outdoor HORDE festival at Cal Expo in Sacramento back in 96... that ticket cost me $10 for a full day and night of music. It was a blistering hot July day... I remember after the sun went down, watching the full (blue) moon set directly behind the stage as DMB played (Blues Traveller had played right before and DMB was closing). It was an amazing show... back when amazing live music was everywhere and everyone could afford it.

[@gilbarajas7615]

I always found how amazing his voice is. He sings like the harmonica as well.

[@steveh7108]

John is the Jimi Hendrix of the harmonica. All other harmonica players were absolutely bewildered on how he was playing the things that he was. People did not know a harmonica could be played like that.

[@sudman6251]

John Popper wears a vest FULL of harmonicas on stage. To me he sings like he plays his harps. Epic musician and band!

[@captainsplifford]

Ken Ober (RIP) being in this vid was so perfect. And the Citizen Kane nod. Chef's kiss perfection.

[@herminiahernandez1512]

I love them, John's voice is spectacular, love their music.

[@seanmiller6792]

The most brilliantly constructed critiques of modern pop songs ever constructed. It’s fantastic.

[@elsienisonen8925]

August 1993 I saw Blues Traveler open for Soundgarden, and then Pearl Jam and the Neil Young. One of the best concerts I have ever seen. Outdoors, summer, windy and rocking! When Neil Young performed Like a Hurricane with members from all the other bands. Boom! Eddie Vedder knelt before Neil while he played. It was an utter blast.

[@jules8241]

So glad you made it here! I was just sitting back and waiting for the rap part, was not disappointed in your reaction. You must listen to more of them.

[@brianminger2034]

Blue Traveler has always been one of my favs. John Popper has a great and unique voice.

[@rebeccainnocent8537]

I adore that you guys are grooving to this. Looking back into the 90s, I'm reliving my teen years watching you youngins enjoy. My heart is full.

[@kcitsgt]

Guy on the piano was Paul Shaffer, former lead of David Letterman Show’s band. Paul is a legend of sorts, himself

[@charlietwo13]

My wife and I saw the BTs in the '90s in Columbus Ohio Much love for this band.

[@Nick_CF]

I love when phenomenally talented bands make tongue in cheek songs that are just a massive middle finger to the industry and critics. Such a good blues band.

[@Warmaker01]

I remember this song a lot. This and a bunch of other hits of theirs were on the radio all the time in the mid-90s. Hook was my favorite song from them.

[@neilandfi]

Never understood why this band wasn't bigger. No Passengers in this band, they're all killing it. ANY song off Blues Traveler 4 is worth a response. As a whole album, it was a classic of its day.

[@dolphinbear661]

I'm so glad y' all found Blues Traveler. Saw them live 6 weeks ago and they still are FIRE! John Popper was backstage & was so gracious to us. He used to play a character on Roseanne TV show, also.

[@cmfdrama2]

The 90s was a hodge podge of sounds. So many genres and styles filled this decade. There was really something for everybody during this time. Rap, Hip Hop, Rock, Metal, Easy Listening, New Age, Pop, Alternative, Grunge, etc. The mid-90s was well known for the Disney movie music and late-90s had a lot of pop/girl and boy bands. I don’t think you can really define this decade of music like you can the others that came before it.

[@daveglarner2138]

That song is better every time I hear it. The flow, the emotion, the range. And most importantly, the meaning. Everything hooky. Everything bubblegum. And it was no mistake that even the chord structure is the famously overused "cannon in D" progression. The best song ever written about hating pop music becomes one of the best pop songs. That's so wonderful.

[@kvoltti]

Crash Test Dummies was a good 90's band. Superman Song, My Funeral, The Ghosts that Haunt me. all great

[@rmim3015]

One of the most excellent alternative jam bands.... for those of you who know the wetlands NYC..you know.... 2 floors of madness, hard-core Sundays' and epic jams all night.... peace ✌️ ☮️

[@Vonolshish]

And John Popper is the one who referred to it as Sweat glands

[@allenosborne1201]

The guy on key boards that helped with the song change up is Paul Shaffer a Canadian singer, composer, actor, author, comedian, and musician who served as David Letterman's musical director, band leader, and sidekick on the entire run of both Late Night with David Letterman (1982-1993).

[@mikefisher4834]

The lead singer John Popper also did the music for Roseanne in the 90s if you can’t tell by his harmonica playing He was even a guest star on an episode of Roseanne His style is definitely unique I’ve never heard anyone play the harmonica the way he does💯🎶💙🔥

[@donnaunangst2646]

This reminds me of my teenage years. Love it. ❤️ And Jay's reaction when he heard the harmonica right when he hit pause....perfect lol

[@Anastasiabeaverhausen275]

Love this band Saw them a few times in concert Danced all night

[@emcsquared8681]

This band is so underrated, massive talent.

[@mypl510]

The guy on the Couch is Ken Ober, who was the host of the Game Show "Remote Control" on Mtv, and the last guy was Paul Shaffer, who was the band leader for The Late Night with David Letterman, and he is also one heck of a musician in his own right.

[@AutismRocksOfficial]

The coolest thing about this song is that while talking about writing songs with a catchy “hook” it has a subliminal hook imbedded in it. The chord progression is Pachabel’s “Canon in D” which is a wedding march everyone is familiar with. When you listen to it, it dragged you in because you are unknowingly already familiar with it.

[@indef2def]

I don't think it's too much of an overstatement to say that "Hook" is the most important song in popular music history.

[@jackndew2]

It's February 1992, President's Day weekend, and I'm on a ski trip in Breckinridge, Colorado. One night I decided to check out the local nightlife and took a drive through town looking for a club with live music. I pass 'Joshua's' and the place is hopping with a band I never heard of, Blues Traveler. Most of what I remember that night was the lead singer John Popper and how he played harmonica so incredibly. Fast forward a few months and I hear they're heading the H.O.R.D.E festivals and appearing on Letterman. Unbelievable luck seeing them before they hit it big.

[@tattoodude8946]

His harmonica is golden! I have never heard anyone who plays quite like him and can just say, "forget the guitar solo - I got this!"

[@islayme1]

Growing up as a kid with a father who played harmonica, I've always LOVED hearing songs with a "mouth harp" in them. Blues Traveler appealed to me the 1st time I heard them. John Popper's voice & harp playing are out of this world! Jay, "That guy playing piano" is Paul Shaffer, who was the leader of the house band for David Letterman for DECADES. Blues Traveler owes some of their success to Letterman, who was a HUGE fan and booked them on his show as often as possible. BTW, Paul Shaffer also produced the 1st (and, I believe, the ONLY) album released by a group that you guys reacted to: The Weather Girls (the song was "It's Raining Men").

[@myname5918]

This song is great and was a hit, but “runaround” was a absolutely massive life changing hit for them. One of the biggest songs of the 90s

[@BigToeify]

I’m mind blown Amber and I’ve heard this song a ton of times. Just gave me chills at the end. Haven’t heard this in forever. So gooood.

[@ivylady13]

'Eclectic' is the word for 90s music, And did you notice at the end of the video the man watching television turned it off and opened a Book? Says a lot for that generation.

[@keithcarper8809]

Blues Traveler was a bright spot in the Grunge. More, please. ☮❤🎶

[@iarocks44]

One of the most underrated bands of all time in my humble opinion. John Popper is the goat on harmonica but all thier music from lyrics to notes are very unique. And his delivery is smooth like butter. I really enjoy listenting to this band. It's one of the few I can just put an album on (yes a real album) and just let it play over and over again for hours. Surprised more people have not made mention of the Paul Shaffer sighting (from the David Letterman Show). He is a really good musician and has a lot of studio credits. Does a lot of producing. Loved him in this. It was a good fit.

[@ed.z.]

Excellent term for this talented group. “Eclectic” indeed.

[@dansomman1896]

Such an underrated and very talented group and john popper is 1 of a kind soulful blusy voice

[@steviekc9057]

Harmonicas can only do one key at a time, so you have to have multiple harmonicas to change keys (which is why you don't usually here such a high pitch in songs). John Popper is such an iconic harmonica player that he wears a vest during concerts that hold all the many, many different harmonicas so he can switch keys within the same song. BRILLIANT!!

[@calibadgerdude6082]

Mostly true. Most harmonicas are in fact tuned to specific keys and specific scales, but there are also chromatic harmonics that can play every note through multiple octaves. Popper uses both types, depending on the song. Some of their music uses structures that are outside of standard scales, so he’ll use chromatic harmonicas for those. The really fast crazy stuff is usually on standard harmonicas though, cause those are much easier to run around on because they literally can’t hit a note that’s out of key with the music. :)

[@mkmstillstackin]

Blues Traveler were immensely popular in the 90's. This is probably my favorite song of theirs. The melody, along with John's voice, and the harmonica, of course, is just so darn uplifting!

[@russellbrown1068]

Popper is a Genius. Love Blues Traveler

[@mrupright]

Outstanding choice. "But Anyway" was my first introduction to them. It was a staple of college radio when I was in school. While "Hook" and "Runaround" are easier introductions to them, "But Anyway" is really special.

[@adamnowland5054]

Crash burn is another great song of this album. Really features how well the band can jam individually!