Golden Brown by The Stranglers - Harpsichord Cover

[@TheAndrewmckeown]

RIP Dave Greenfield. 03/05/2020

[@mmid8960]

Was that who played it

[@thog4529]

@@mmid8960 no shit

[@fabricefourrier]

😭😭😭

[@donquixote3927]

@@mmid8960 Yep, the late keyboardist with the Stranglers.

[@oxymoron1329]

RIP Benny Harvey

[@Sillywalks774]

Finally somebody did it! A harpsichord cover of Golden Brown! I waited for years to hear this. This song has some unique magic in it and it only the harpsichord can truely unfold it. Piano and guitar are nice but this song just needs the harpsichord. Brilliant, Sir, just brilliant! I enjoyed it immensely! Thank you so much! (In case you are heading for ultimate perfection you can try to put even more emotions in it, emphasizing certain parts, or play it on a real old harpsichord on the next run.)

[@Bar-T]

Lennard I’m so glad you enjoyed it! I guess that I was so focused on staying in sync that I forgot to pay attention to the performance. In fact, I had to slightly slow down the original as it has been recorded in in awkward pitch and retune my harpsichord to match it.

[@Sillywalks774]

You did very well. I imagine it is super tough to learn. I dream of playing it one day. Unfortunately I never had any piano lessons let alone harpsicord lessons. I assume you have to practice many years before it makes sense to learn how to play Golden Brown?

[@Bar-T]

Lennard Not really, in fact I learned to play this myself after my first year of harpsichord lessons. Luckily where I live harpsichord is taught in certain music academies.

[@leathandrubb]

I AGREE FULLY

[@booklover3959]

Not so brilliant. He is just copying the actual song. The original song is brilliant ...this is just a mimic. Oh well.

[@philharrington1997]

the guy who lives a few houses down who you say hello to sometimes turns out to be a stranglers fan and a harpsicord beast....hats to the fella from me smashed it out the park

[@gui18bif]

👌

[@phoebe3637]

Absolutely marvellous, this instrument just brings the magic to the song, very well done 👏

[@uomouniversale9279]

Thank you!

[@maxyboyy3103]

Absolutely. Brings the harpsichord into new light. 👍👍

[@marvellousmistake]

marvellous indeed

[@migueldsouza9695]

Beautiful. Dave would have been proud of you. 85 today. RIP DG 😢

[@LMB222]

75, sadly.

[@Agalloche]

I have commented 5 years ago and still come back time to time listening to this beautiful cover. I think it's my favorite cover from Golden Brown

[@chrisleach778]

To the person who created this masterpiece - I listen to it almost daily and drift off into a world where I become a pirate captain. Thank you for this (almost) daily escape from reality.

[@SloMoShort]

The Stranglers. Golden Brown.

[@diggerthegroundhog8799]

That would be Dave Greenfield of the Stranglers. The greatest rock keyboardist of all time. He passed at the onset of covid. RiP.

[@smizit]

Stay off the drugs mate

[@mmid8960]

This song reminds me of heroin or a light skinned night walker watch the lyrics it’s very odd

[@ElBrooklyn1]

@@mmid8960Pretty much heroin

[@FoamyEsponja]

My heart skipped a beat or I dunno how to say it in English, to express how deeply moved I am after hearing this cover. The second it started I was amazed. I felt something in my heart!

[@Jojo8080daisy]

The Great Pandemic of 2020 has taken another artist - thank you David Greenfield for such a haunting melody - and...like golden leaves of an Autumn tree...they keep dropping one by one...there's never a frown with Golden Brown.

[@shadyshaddix1502]

My Mum hates this song...Creeps her out lol

[@Callofdutymaster22]

R.I.P

[@nothingisreal6816]

@@shadyshaddix1502 Hah, mine loves it!

[@kyledudley564]

Sad to hear. He loved this song as we all do. I hope many can learn from him.

[@donnix768]

It is such a haunting timeless melody, really feels like autumn.

[@margrietkruize1692]

my most favorite punk song ever!

[@margrietkruize1692]

and played by you on harpsichord a real cultclassic!

[@adrianprowse7968]

It’s a great song, but not punk. New wave. The Stranglers are just too talented to be lumped in with punk.

[@farewellblues]

@@adrianprowse7968 It's not new wave either, because it's not rock at all. Just because the band made primarily new wave and punk doesn't mean this song is bc it sounds anachronistic to the time it was released. It's baroque pop.

[@kallekas8551]

Punk/ New wave…

[@Elitist20]

Just as Blondie combined punk with disco, The Stranglers combined punk with prog rock. All part of new wave.

[@cezaryl4291]

no have words to describe this / Amazing

[@fantomas3066]

Chapeau bas, c'est magnifique 😘

[@perpetual61]

There are many Covers of Golden Brown out there that it's become one the most covered songs ever ! I say you sir have done Justice to it with your Brilliant Cover by Harpsichord.

[@uomouniversale9279]

perpetual61 that’s one of the nicest compliments I ever got! I only played the harpsichord part though, but thanks again!

[@thefantasyreview8709]

I agree, I like the Dave Brubeck original, but the two covers by this guy and the Stranglers are pretty good. Interesting interpreting a Piano based Jazz original with Harpsichord!!!

[@jamesrobert4106]

​You do know the Dave Brubeck video is fake? I can't work out if you are joking 🤔 The Stranglers wrote it.

[@samael5552]

@@jamesrobert4106 Its not fake, its more like a medley. people are just taking it at face value instead of reading the description/literally anything

[@jamesrobert4106]

@@samael5552 It is not a medley in any sense of the word. Take Five was recorded in 1959. Golden Brown was recorded, I believe in 1981. Your logic is nonexistent.

[@davidbain1009]

Harpsicord my favorite instrument... With this peice of music, aeesomeness......

[@petef7323]

Brilliant! Dave Greenfield will be smiling down at this. 👏👏👏

[@cerealwhenhasmilk3096]

I never knew I needed this version of my favorite song

[@matknox5954]

Same!!

[@OldCodgers]

Excellent, love it!

[@uomouniversale9279]

Old Codgers Thx!

[@Roshand-pl9tn]

Thank you sir. Long have i waited for a version like this one. Well done. I saved it ti my favorites playlist.

[@dianeorsino6570]

This song is just so magical. You could hear it played at a medieval dance at "Game of Thrones, or House of the Dragon", it's just got this way that you could just hit repeat for hours on end and never tire of it. Thank you for the harpsichord cover.

[@HerrinSchadenfreude]

This is one of my all time favorite songs. I just can't get enough of it. I want to buy a harpsichord just so I can learn it and play this myself

[@bingola45]

Go for it! They aren't expensive, esp. second-hand.

[@nothingisreal6816]

@@bingola45 I want one that can be transposed though

[@Stefaniinaa]

Same here! You just described exactly how I feel about this song. I've been obsessed with it for over a year especially because of the specific sound of this incredible instrument - which I found out about it's existence because of this song. There's something about it that's so addictive and as you said I can't get enough. It's a pity that harpsichords aren't so common in current days

[@uomouniversale9279]

@@Stefaniinaa Thanks! Actually, it was after watching the videoclip as a child that I decided to learn to play the instrument one day.

[@NastyfoxChannel]

@Cricket Explained My old cheap yamaha keyboard has 7 harpsichord sounds, so yeah :D It's funny that somebody wants to buy a hapsichord just to play this song.

[@KRayCrowe]

This guy knocked it out of the park with his life's choice! Bravo!

[@examichelle]

I had this song stuck in my mind but didn't know the name or the artist, so i just searched for "harpsichord rock song" and i clicked on this video. Thanks for such a beautiful interpretation.

[@jamesbryce9979]

Amazing and so hypnotic. I could watch this all day.

[@roseisabella2165]

This is so beautiful, Golden Brown's my favourite song and this is just wonderful!

[@RubyMarkLindMilly]

Oh wow beautiful stuff how crisp is that delivery

[@LostMindedAF]

Best one so far I have seen. The harpsichord is my favorite instrument. Sounds so heavenly

[@FeniksKredyty]

Today, a few minutes after 9.00, when I turned on your cover of The Stranglers song "Golden Brown" - I felt how divine and timeless energy is breathing my soul. I thank the Lord for this gift ...! Great respect to the Lord for the mastery that the Lord has just shown. The Lord is great in his ability. I wish you much success! Best wishes. Team fan. May they rest in Peace. R.I.P.

[@wildphil64]

Lovely. I can't believe that you got the Stranglers to come to your home....Nicely played, Sir.

[@TheMicturation]

the most beautiful piece of music ive ever had the pleasure of hearing,since the first times my ears laid bare to this masterpiece in 1982,ive been hypnotised by it,i even tried learning it on keyboard to no avail.thanks for that beautiful rendition,it was hypnotic

[@ericrabaey2889]

Harpsichord is a wonderful instrument! And this song fits tremendous with this instrument!!!

[@mukhumor]

Whenever I hear that phrase... Golden brown, I'm right in there again. doodoodoooo.

[@prestigek1ngs]

I was looking for a piano cover for this 3 years ago. A little patience and being really late here you are. Thanks! Great Cover on a beautiful harpischord.

[@t.anthony3940]

Brilliant sound, beautiful instrument.. Thank you for sharing.

[@Radagast-]

For me, the magic of this song lies in the fact that I can't put my finger on it. The harpsichord and that 6/8 time, along with the way the lyrics hint at the subject matter with metaphors are obviously big elements...

[@Antixz]

This really blessed my ears and soul! Ive been listening to this song daily..I recently uncovered it in my old playlists, and am just reliving the beauty of this masterpiece all overs again.

[@L3ctronik]

Something in this piece is magical. I cannot discribe it. But especially the first part of it.

[@derekporter7658]

That was bloody brilliant!!!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 one of my favourite songs that remind me of happy times. I really enjoyed that!!! Thanks 👍👍👍

[@swssnr1288]

i come and watch this cover every now and then, it is so well played, thank you for sharing this!

[@kallekas8551]

Fantastic!👍👍👍

[@elenaderoet4926]

Holy heck.... I did not know I could love this song more....

[@elenaderoet4926]

And it is in my list exactly when I need it. This is my.... happy place song. Maybe "coping place" is more apropos.

[@diondolby1409]

Love this version so much.puts me in a good place every time,and very well played,bravo.

[@danielletopping2763]

Harpsichord.......so beautiful......so underappreciated!!

[@ALV-gs1xg]

Good job. Dave told me he always had a piano in the house when he was growing up. I never really asked him about his approach to playing. I guess he got his inspiration from many different sources. He was a great composer.

[@Marry_neonim]

Composer - Dave brubeck

[@tooleyheadbang4239]

@@Marry_neonim Dave Brubeck! I think you had better take five...

[@thefantasyreview8709]

Dave Brubeck was super talented.

[@Mattip_Music]

You killed it dude thanks for this moment

[@officialstevencrowder2278]

This song reminds me too much of my opioid days... suddenly I wish to be with her again once more, just to feel the reverie one last time. But there is the error in my thoughts--for there is no such thing as 'once more'.

[@TheCSJones]

Keep up the fight.

[@rmoalxa]

Do it

[@shadyshaddix1502]

Hope you stay clean

[@deadmanswife3625]

Trolling

[@TheBigMclargehuge]

Just one won't hurt. Do it.

[@robertnichols2673]

such a rich sound - can just keep watching this over and over again :)

[@Alan_Garkle]

I just wanted to say I check in regularly over the years to watch this video. A great song well delivered. It brings me joy whenever I watch. Thank you.

[@uomouniversale9279]

My pleasure!

[@Alan_Garkle]

@@uomouniversale9279 I’m back again!

[@Alan_Garkle]

@@uomouniversale9279 And again!

[@Alan_Garkle]

And again.

[@JaseBDaley]

this is my 'GO TO' Golden Brown. the ultimate. love love love

[@mistalion1]

Is this man's chilliness coming from old times chilliness? :)

[@nordinkissami8710]

Beautiful cover , terrific !! 👌🤩

[@grantchappell5118]

Absolutely brilliant. What a talented man.

[@zi-extremist]

This what I've been searching for! That haunting harpsichord! Thank you!

[@eternal1blue]

Beautiful sound that the Harpsichord makes...

[@MichaelKalb-vn6gg]

I cannot get enough of this, i cannot like this enough!

[@41lauraa]

Fantastic stuff , thanks for sharing this with us. It reminds me of growing up and learning Dave Greenfield's work on piano. One of my friends had a music room which had a spinet , which was great to hear Golden Brown on but this is the real deal. I love how rich the sound is . Incidentally , the music room also had a church organ installed into it so I could play a devilish rendition of Waltzinblack too . Happy days ...

[@Bar-T]

41lauraa Amazing story! Thanks for sharing!

[@huffmanaviation7341]

Simply delightful! Thank you.

[@Armor_abs_krabs]

Amazing playing! Beautiful cover of the song, thank yoy

[@marcconyard5024]

An astonishingly beautiful instrument

[@tooleyheadbang4239]

I love the sound of the harpsichord. ... and the Harley Davidson motorcycle. I just love the sound of obsolete technology!

[@anthonymitchell9743]

Awesome cover and the Harpsichord brings it to life! 🤟😎❤️

[@369jones6]

Beautiful version, mesmerising and angelic. The harpsichord is so crisp you could almost eat the sound.

[@alexandersakulin3127]

For me, it needs less Sostenuto, I would respectfully discuss this with the player if I were ever fortunate to hear them play this in person and they were inclined to talk about music with me. But as a finished performance, taking in to account the performance and the recording process for our pleasure, Bravo and thank you!

[@zolfodor4835]

Stunning,absolutely beautiful.❤️❤️

[@Lucy-il9mo]

Gorgeous!! and so clear in quality!

[@markstoneman1585]

Timeless Classic, Quality 🎹

[@banjiegirl2001]

Beautiful!!! Thank you! Who woulda known harpsichords are just as amazing as any other instrument we love and requires tons of learning and practice Hats off to you ❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@uomouniversale9279]

Thanks Lisa, most kind of you!

[@NeniCastelazo]

One of my fave songs with my fave instrument! I'm obsessed! :D

[@Sfaknak]

Needs to be listened to over awesome speakers, which I have. Awesome cover!

[@josefasuarezsanchez8420]

señor es usted un crack, la toca a la perfección, muchas gracias.

[@Ablelom1990]

Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn my brother, really ethereal. I just closed my eyes and enjoyed. Thank you :*

[@jackiebrown7229]

This is simply beautiful. ❤️

[@donaldzinn2927]

Almost looks like Brubeck it’s awesome I listen to every rendition of this song I can because it moves me ❤️🫠no matter how it might be portrayed!🙏🤔

[@jonasthemovie]

Wtf would you mention Brubeck on this?

[@tooleyheadbang4239]

@@jonasthemovie There's a spoof version of Brubeck performing this doing the rounds on KZbin

[@jonasthemovie]

@@tooleyheadbang4239 Yeah, but still does not explain the statement.

[@tooleyheadbang4239]

@@jonasthemovie Some people believe that the Brubeck spoof is actually Brubeck playing, and this is a Brubeck piece. Such is ignorance, and the power of the Internet.

[@jonasthemovie]

@@tooleyheadbang4239 Yeah, but why are you answering?

[@mochynddu723]

Fabulous. I doff my cap to you, Sir.

[@Agalloche]

Oh wow my favorite song ever play on a harpsichord, I am impressed by your talent ! Thanks for sharing this :)

[@Bar-T]

Thanks for your kind words. I am actually a pretty bad keyboard player but it certainly is motivating hearing that you liked it !

[@andykeen6219]

I literally listen/watch this most nights - totally captivating 👌💙

[@danielhogan9167]

Fantastic. Can't say what it is about this track but been my favourite of all time since it was released. Love the Dave Brubeck version too.

[@jonasthemovie]

Yeah the fake Dave Brubeck mashup is amazing

[@phill6983]

@@jonasthemovie Haha! I was fooled by it too. I thought the song must have been covered by The Stranglers lol

[@thefantasyreview8709]

The fake stranglers video is great. Looks like a real 1980s song.

[@xav1952]

Brilliant !What a sound ! Congratulations !

[@helghastelite7264]

you sir are amazing,thank you so much for posting!

[@uomouniversale9279]

You're welcome!

[@janicelehane6373]

Miss you so so much dave, my childhood hero and adult one!!!! This is ethereal its sooooo good ❤

[@spencersandman6728]

Beautiful, just beautiful.

[@Dutcharmytent]

Fantastic, so true to the original flavour.

[@johnfarley4201]

BRILLIANT. WELL PLAYED OLD CHAP.

[@alain8747]

c'est superbe .Alliance magnifique .

[@francoisblanchard6674]

BRavo ! Thank you for this amazing cover of a great song !

[@dannyf8198]

Masterpiece from Dave Greenfield. RIP

[@1968davidcassin]

briliant love hearing the harpsichord

[@reactions5783]

This song is genius. Catchiest tune ever. Great performance!

[@kagirl70]

Chills, so beautiful ❤

[@ozdaawg]

Simply beautiful young man

[@theindividualist6564]

Fantastic cover version!

[@uomouniversale9279]

My pleasure!

[@Delilah70]

Magnificent! Note for note perfect! The part was absolutely made for the Harpsicord but I don't think the band could afford it. I'm glad you posted this. The song was just crying for it.

[@Bar-T]

Francesca Miller Thanks so much! I couldn’t agree more on the song crying for the harpsichord stem. In fact, I think the band used a genuine one on the recording, but as this was the song that raised my interest in the instrument, I couldn’t help doubling the harpsichord part.

[@Delilah70]

@@Bar-T I can tell that this song really inspired you, because you have it note for note perfect (I totally understand!) I can also understand that you wouldn't necessarily be inspired by the Harpsichord before this song because they were used primarily in Elizabethan music (yawn, but please correct me if I'm wrong). Leave it to an astoundingly creative British band to make the instrument popular again in the 20th century. So, you bought a Harpsichord after hearing this song? How much did it cost? Is the one you bought and the one the Stranglers used like the original instrument? Because I've seen old film footage and they seem a lot more complicated. The sound is amazing.

[@Delilah70]

Also, I found a great live version of Golden Brown. It's called, Golden Brown-rare. It's amazing! The band totally recreated the studio version, live. Is the keyboardist playing a Harpsichord or synthesizer?

[@kenthomson9562]

Great piece of music, played wonderfully.

[@nicky331]

Very well played, I enjoyed it very much.

[@YIDARMY08]

Well done sir excellent playing

[@supertrinigamer]

Thank you for this beautiful peace good sir - It's actually inspired me to get back into piano haha. Once I'm good enough I'm going to practice doing this song.

[@siptember4139]

i love this! good job 👏

[@uomouniversale9279]

You're welcome!

[@hoogmonster]

One guy who is a brilliant, Harpsichordist, Impressionist and Ventriloquist - that takes some doing....;-)

[@n0riakikakyoin]

What. That sounds incredible

[@VideoCCD]

Your concentration is absolute. Thank you Sir!

[@totoro9590]

Beautifully presented my friend ❤ Thankyou for uploading your video it is sublime 😊 I wish you were my neighbour, I could listen to your playing all day long 🥰

[@potrayaswickedandthreatening]

Words can not describe such beauty.