First Time SEEING and HEARING | Robin Trower | “Bridge of Sighs”

Welcome to the enchanting world of Robin Trower's timeless masterpiece, "Bridge of Sighs"! Join me on this musical journey as I experience the magic for the very first time. From the soulful guitar riffs to the hauntingly beautiful lyrics, this reaction video captures the genuine awe and excitement of discovering a classic. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer like me, let's delve into the depths of Trower's artistry and appreciate the brilliance of "Bridge of Sighs" together. Hit play and let the musical adventure begin! 🎸✨
Robin Trower is an English rock guitarist and songwriter, born on March 9, 1945, in Catford, London. He gained prominence in the late 1960s and early 1970s as the guitarist for the band Procol Harum. Trower's distinctive guitar style, characterized by his soulful bends and expressive playing, set him apart as a notable figure in the rock music scene.
After leaving Procol Harum in 1971, Robin Trower embarked on a successful solo career. His solo work often features a blend of blues, rock, and psychedelic elements, showcasing his exceptional guitar skills and emotive playing. Trower's third solo album, "Bridge of Sighs," released in 1974, is widely regarded as his magnum opus and includes iconic tracks like the title track, "Bridge of Sighs."
Over the years, Robin Trower has continued to release albums and tour, maintaining a dedicated fan base. His contributions to the world of rock and blues have solidified his place as a respected and influential guitarist. Trower's music is celebrated for its emotional depth, powerful guitar work, and enduring impact on the rock genre.
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[@don66hotrod94]

Robin is still making fine music.

[@BruceandCarla]

That's good to hear.

[@rodneylonczynski9089]

I would be sitting in a bar watching him work his magic, and constantly thinking what in hell is he doing here. Great guitarist from the late 60s, and early 70s. So many great guitarists came out of that first wave of British rock and roll. God bless Robin Trower. "Day of the Eagle" is another fan favorite by Trower

[@BruceandCarla]

Absolutely! Watching Robin Trower do his thing in a bar is like, "How did we get so lucky?" The late '60s and early '70s were like a golden era for guitar legends. Bless Robin Trower for adding his magic to the mix. "Day of the Eagle" is just one of those tracks that hits you right in the feels. Good times, good music, cheers to that! 🍻🎸

[@marymargaretmoore9034]

The Bridge of Sighs is a bridge in Venice, Italy, over the canal which led prisoners to their fate which was the prison on the other side. Robin Trower is an amazing guitarist who has been performing since 1962. Scotsman James Dewar, plays bass and provides great vocals.

[@BruceandCarla]

Ah, cool tidbit about the Bridge of Sighs in Venice! Adds some depth to the name. And Robin Trower, been at it since '62? That's some serious dedication. James Dewar bringing in the bass and killer vocals sounds like a solid combo. Gotta give them a spin!

[@marymargaretmoore9034]

@@BruceandCarla Yes, he's amazing. "Daydream" is another one of my favorites by him. Check it out!

[@letstalk3265]

Well done guys. My top three guitarists are Jimi, Robin and Rory.

[@xltek1]

50 years later after hearing this song for the first time, I still get chills from the intro.

[@BruceandCarla]

YES! That intro was fire 🔥

[@piperofsimms]

Robin and Jimmy... a classic pairing. "Bridge of Sighs" is in my truck CD player right now. What a great release this was. Thank you B & C ! Yes, this a haunting tune.

[@bowman8045]

Robin pulls you in. There were so many artists back then who made you amazed at their incredible talent. Some received a lot of airtime and too many didn't. Robin didn't get his fair share. I was fortunate to live back then for it. I never thought it would end, but it did.

[@hpb5495]

Saw Robin play this in 1974 Erie, Pa. Went to the after concert party, had a few beers and smoked a joint with Robin. We were laughing heartily, lol.

[@bowman8045]

That's awesome. I found out about Robin from a college station that had Saturday night albums that weren't played on the rock stations. There were so many artists back then who had talent. We lived during the best time of music. If people today only knew. I'm glad some are listening and finding out.

[@chuckperry3313]

Imagine your reaction multiplied by thousands watching Robin play that guitar live. I looked around and everyone was just sitting there with their mouths wide open. I was still in high school in the 70s. It was pure perfection. You also have to give it up to band, they are a trio. That is a boatload of music coming off that stage. I remember the first time I heard that song sitting in the parking lot at high school and one of my friends saying you gotta here this song. It still gives me chills.

[@Kotic1959]

This song is about a bridge in Venice where the jail was on 1 side of the canal and the executions held on the other. A small covered bridge had to be crossed. Why he isn't in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame escapes me. James Dewar was the bass/vocals is also exceptional and one of the best. RIP Saw Robin 5 times in Detroit known as the King of the Strat!!!! Listen to this full album was one of the best of the 70's

[@thomasluttkus9956]

Often referred to as "The White Hendrix", Robin was first in a line of Jimi Hendrix successors, after Jimi's untimely death.

[@BruceandCarla]

That makes alot of sense.

[@letstalk3265]

Robin always hated that moniker. Only one Jimi as there is only one Robin. Greatest guitarist IMO bar none (still) alive today. He's in his late 70's.

[@BruceandCarla]

I can understand him feeling that way.@@letstalk3265

[@dalejohnson2047]

Yes I heard that about him after jimi passed away he was definitely on the radar

[@user-dh6bj2me5p]

Jimi and Robin knew each other. They shared riffs and more importantly, rig setups.

[@boblozaintherealworld3577]

This is gonna be good.....thanks to you both for encountering the great Robin Trower and his band, featuring James Dewar on bass and vocals.

[@BruceandCarla]

Oh, for sure! Robin Trower and James Dewar are like the dynamic duo of good tunes. It's one of those combos that just hits differently, you know? Glad you're on board for the ride.

[@anthonymalovrh2912]

Got to listen to this good stuff back in the day!

[@57burnetto]

Robin is currently on UK/USA tour. In USA later in summer.

[@bigdave1302]

Robin Trower[guitarist] used to be in a band called Procol Harum.

[@BruceandCarla]

Thanks for that:)

[@robertkaupinis4875]

The drummer reg isador is soooooo underrated as a drummer

[@tbnobs]

Saw all these guys when bridge of sighs came out fantastic concert

[@frikster5176]

Robin Trower on Guitar

[@alancumming6407]

Jimmy Dewar was bass player with Stone the Crows so he was a great singer in a band fronted by a great singer in Maggie Bell. I saw Frankie Miller in a local pub and Jimmy was playing bass and singing in his band. Two fantastic vocalists for the price of a beer.

[@davidscroggins7728]

So cool you're reacting to Trower. More please

[@jettechdonatkins]

A great song by Robin.The Robin Trower Band was great to see live in the '70's and '80's.Robin is still making great music and is doing concerts this year in England.Daydream is another song you will like a lot.Really no bad songs by Robin.The voice of the late James Dewar was also great.Thanks for this one.

[@1gramps4julian]

Almost.... as I explianed to Stevie Ray Vaughn when he was chatting with me at the old Terrace Bar in Oakland before SRV's gig in Berkeley... I explained to SRV that RT is my favorite guitarist because when Trower plays, it's like he's playing for God... and everyone else in the audience was just lucky to be in the room.... ya shoulda seen the ear-to-ear grin come across SRV's face... one of my best bartending memories ever! 😎👍❤️🙏

[@pung4705]

Yeah! 70's stoner rock at its Finest! Trower for the HOF! 😎

[@mikewindisch9021]

This is definitely Robin Trower!!

[@richardbarton6146]

Robin Trower is a British rock/blues player who had reg on drums, and The great scottish bass Player/vocalist James Dewar... alot of Jimmi Hendrix influencem but his own style and tone set him apart.. He is and was one of my favorite growing up in the southern California surfer culture doing the 70"s from San Diego all the way up to the bay area In SF, Robin hit all the clubs..

[@user-dh6bj2me5p]

"Jimi." Not, "Jimmi."

[@painrick]

Bridge of sighs

[@francesduman8287]

Robin Trower is playing the guitar. James Dewar was the vocalist. Sadly, he passed away

[@SIR-DanielHunter]

I would be sitting in my recording room jamming with my brother and cousin like I have for 40+ years. You really don't need a reason to jam robin it just fills good. LoL

[@mikewindisch9021]

The guitarist is Robln Trower!! He kinda took over the so7nd after Jimmy Hendriks died!!!

[@RonaldWilliams-lp3bg]

This whole entire album is good man you guys need to listen to day of the eagle that's the centerpiece of this album seriously 🔥👍🥁💯 Robin trower is the guitar player James is the singer for the band and the drummer Reggie Isidore

[@RusselHarding]

Wanna hear great music, go back in time.

[@BruceandCarla]

We totally agree

[@Mr59Kenzo]

vocals and base Jimmy Dewar

[@PaulAdamssongs]

He was in the band Procol Harum as well. Check them out

[@BruceandCarla]

Thanks for the recommendation

[@PaulAdamssongs]

@@BruceandCarla Love what you guys are doing. Ifg ya want a real challenge check out a band a friend of mine was in called Gentle Giant (English prog band that influenced many that came later. Tricky stuff)

[@brucewatts8447]

The Guitar player is Robin Trower

[@themchangesband]

I think you have to hear the album version...all those songs are great. These live versions are cool and all, but they're not what people heard first, or got radio airplay. They're great for historical interest, but no one saw these back in the day.

[@robertkaupinis4875]

Pittsburgh has a bridge of sighs, it’s a bridge that goes from the court house to the jail, it has windows and it’s a last look at freedom

[@rickdaniels1789]

My fave by Robin is "Too Rolling Stoned". Much more up-tempo than Sighs, great groove.

[@BruceandCarla]

Nice, we'll have to check it out.

[@mojoejojo171]

7:42 You'd be listening to it when you're stoned not sad and crying.

[@BruceandCarla]

Oh, gotcha! It's like the kind of song that's perfect for when you're just kicking back, soaking up the good vibes. Not exactly the go-to for a sobfest, more like a soundtrack for those mellow, easygoing moments.

[@usertr13phinsup]

@@BruceandCarla I take it you never where sent to WAR.

[@chirpka11]

You really should listen to Long Misty Days from Trower, its will rip your soul out and you will appreciate it

[@grandwazoodebris1015]

This live recording is pretty thin and murky. You should check out the studio version, because Trower's guitar tone is huge and one of one, and James Dewar, the singer, has a beautiful full soulful voice. One of the best blues rock singers of the 70's. The album was also called Bridge of Sighs, it was his huge iconic hit album. Other great songs from it were Day of the Eagle, Too Rolling Stoned, In This Place, Little Bit of Sympathy. Too Rolling Stoned got airplay back in the day. Trower still closes his shows w/ Little Bit of Sympathy.

[@margaretcooper6129]

This is a song for when you're stoned...

[@happilyeggs4627]

The Bridge of Sighs in Venice, The Ponte Dei Sospiri, led from the prison to the place of execution. As you would expect pf any man walking to his death his breathing would come in gasps, hence Bridge of Sighs. The bridge itself crosses the Rio de Palazzo, and is a covered bridge to prevent prisoners escaping by jumping in the canal. Trower, as you can tell by his guitar style, was a devotee of Jimi Hendrix. Check out his tribute to Hendrix, "Daydream". It is written in the style of Hendrix's "The Wind Cries Mary", and is exceptionally beautiful.

[@frankpritz6997]

I crossed that bridge once and of course, having seen Robin T. twice in concert, had the song in my head. On a side note, not all prisoners who crossed the bridge were executed. Giacomo Casanova was jailed there, which was a bit difficult for him because he was really tall and the ceilings in the jail are quite low. But he did escape.

[@user-dv8mq1gf5w]

I was introduced to Robin Trower's music by a guy and his sister in the outskirts of Louisville Kentucky ( Nick and Tammy Kreger ) who said they knew Robin Trower personally . Nick was a cool easy going guy and I really had no reason to doubt him . The next day he brought some pictures to school and sure enough he , his Dad and his sister were sitting in their house with Robin Trower . Bridge of Sighs is a GREAT ALBUM and you really should have been introduced to " Day of the Eagle " first which is faster and more the feel of the album . The album ebbs and flows absolutely blows your mind . I had a really amazing year 2003 I believe ( getting older ) and I saw Eric Clapton then Jeff Beck and finally Robin Trower ! All in different halls it WAS AMAZING ! All three were incredible and Eric Clapton was with Roger Daltrey ( The Who ) for an opener , Jeff Beck with Montey Montgomery ( INCREDIBLE MUSICIAN ) and finally Robin Trower at the very Famous Cains Ballroom that has presented major stars including The Sex Pistols ! He was in top form and had changed his style to a slightly slower more bluesy sound . I COULD NOT BELIEVE seeing all three of those guys in one year ... it was a guitar fans DREAM come true ! PK

[@BruceandCarla]

Wow, PK, that sounds like an epic journey into the world of Robin Trower! It's wild how you got introduced by Nick and Tammy, and then to see the photos the next day - talk about solid proof. "Day of the Eagle" being the first taste, I get it, that track is a whole vibe. And dude, your 2003 sounds like a guitar lover's paradise! Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Robin Trower all in one year? That's like hitting the jackpot. The fact that each had their own flavor, especially Trower with that bluesy twist, must've been mind-blowing. And at Cains Ballroom, no less - that place has some serious history. Thanks for sharing that awesome trip down memory lane. Any other gigs that left a mark on you like those did? Always love hearing about those unforgettable concert experiences!

[@ronaldelliott4373]

This is a must own album from The Classic Era. The whole record captures what Trower’s vibe was all about. Try, “Two Rolling Stoned” and “Day Of The Eagle,” in which both have a similarly sublime 2nd half jam through the fade outro like no other. I floated under the Bridge of Sighs in Venice some 40 yrs ago located within sight of The Grand Lagoon at sunset. The covered bridge with a single window, (which was closed to light when I saw it) was the last view of freedom convicted prisoners would see while being escorted from the Court on one side, to the prison at the other. Thus a sigh of resignation knowing that this may have been your last view of the outside. A visual experience still vivid to me today. Great seeing new fans of Robin’s music, all these yrs later. (And Robin is still out there blowing audiences away) 🤘😎

[@BruceandCarla]

Got it! Haven't caught "Two Rolling Stoned" and "Day Of The Eagle" yet, but your hype has me all set to dive in. Your Venice Bridge of Sighs story hits home - imagining that last glimpse of freedom. It's wild how Robin Trower's tunes still hit the spot for new fans. Excited to give those tracks a spin and join the party! 🎸🤘

[@rapson672]

Just like Carla said around 8'00 minutes plus in . She gets it

[@BruceandCarla]

I'm glad you found Carla's point relatable! It's always great when viewers connect with the content and feel understood.

[@moodyrick8503]

He put out a very cool live LP around the same time, very Hendrix like. His other famous solo song, _Day of the eagle,_ is definitely worth checking out. I would also suggest giving a listen to the 1st famous band Robin was in, Procol Harum. Especially their big hit ; _A Whiter Shade Of Pale._ (but it's not like his solo stuff)

[@BruceandCarla]

Cool, thanks for the heads up! I'll definitely check out that live LP, Hendrix vibes sound promising. And "Day of the Eagle" - got it on the playlist now. Also, Procol Harum's "A Whiter Shade Of Pale" - classic. Always up for discovering new tunes, appreciate the recommendations! 🎶✨

[@scotttrainer9704]

Carla got it, once you find out what the bridge is it will all make sense. Nice job.

[@davidbaron8330]

What mood would you be in? Bong hits, dude. Bong hits.

[@BruceandCarla]

😂

[@jeffreybooth5129]

Robin Trower started out with my favourite band of all time Procol Harum so maybe you would like Whisky train a track he features on.Procol Harum would be a great band for you to try out and their music is very variable could be classical or rock .

[@quaresma9003]

Hey my Friends, react to JOURNEY "Don't stop believin" live in Houston 1981. Iconic song & great live performance with insane vocals & Amazing guitare solo. Thanks

[@BruceandCarla]

Added! Thanks for the recommendation! 🎸🎤✨

[@kevindobson6568]

Can you please react to You can't deny it by Lisa stansfield, music video request plz ❤😊

[@jimslade6333]

James Dewar is the voice. He's not with us anymore.

[@mora1948]

U guys gotta do Black Sabbath - War pigs ! (Dont do the music video tho as its too distracting from the instrumentation and has nothing to do with the song) heres a link to it : kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIrKoalrmNGZabssi=1rb-Zp-RvRE2UZwM

[@ten4thebguy]

you gotta know that you do not pause during a guitar solo! It’s like the golden rule of music reactions. cmon yall

[@usertr13phinsup]

Another sad war song. My gtandfather went to war. My daddy went to war. Goverment sent me to war. War is so so hard on all that was sent to KILL. Im 75 and still dont why

[@arbitazpierre7014]

who arebthose people? they are f stoned or what (guitar solo?) my god

[@dunbarf2413]

Damn, couldn't really get a good vibe for the artist nor the song cause of their constant stopping the video with asinine questions and long discussions that could have waited for after the short performance. what the hell kind of reaction is this?

[@BruceandCarla]

@dunbarf2413 You can go watch the video and the artist ANYTIME on KZbin…I’m assuming you tuned in for a REACTION VIDEO, right??? 🤔

[@dunbarf2413]

@@BruceandCarla 🤔Thats pretty damn obvious that anyone can go watch the video and artist anytime on KZbin. That juvenile line of thinking is why your reaction is less than decent. Without viewers coming to your channel to see your reactions whats the point? Especially if they don't return or recommend your channel to others. You stop the content you're reacting to every 5 - 10 seconds and cluelessly meander on about yourselves and what you think the content is about instead of letting it play uninterrupted to tell you or at least give some clues what its about. Perhaps if you were not so self involved you'd listen to at least half the song if not the whole song, to as well let you and your viewers get a generous measure of the song also so everyone can get at best a good idea of what the artist is trying to convey in their music whether having heard or not heard the song before. Yet nooooo not you..too caught up in the sound of your own voices and within 10 seconds of listening you break the flow. Yes I came to your channel for a reaction not to watch you prattle on endlessly for minutes on end every few seconds. A reaction channel shouldn't just be about you...good day.

[@BruceandCarla]

@dunbarf2413 “Bruce and Carla Reactions” ✌🏽

[@arbitazpierre7014]

these people are completely brain washed