Jimmy Barnes & Joe Bonamassa: Lazy (Epic Version): Reaction

[@lesliedavis2185]

As a long time Deep Purple fan I love this. A brave man that covers Ian Gillans vocals. Barnsley is up to the job . And that organ. Wow

[@TheThamesmen]

He has a voice equal to Gillan for sure. Just such a great version

[@PixelatedSpirit]

This is how you play a cover! They respect and know Deep purple's sound very well. Just amazing! Jesus Christ! Fantastic version and ridiculous musicians!

[@ben-schulman]

The look on Jimmy's face at 12:24..."you're absolutely crushing it Joe"

[@jenniesaunders1917]

Tommy Emmanuel doing Classical Gas might impress you with guitar skills. Australian

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@Joshualuv13]

That was bloody fantastic! Dam those musicians are unbelievable good and Jimmy's voice is a perfect match ! Like far out !

[@Dr_KAP]

Thanks for this guys. Stone Cold by Jimmy Barnes ft. Joe Bonamassa is a stand out performance. Others I would have on a must check out list at some point in your life include (I know you can’t do everything just throwing this out there!) :- Guy Sebastian - Battle scars- acoustic home studio ANZAC day Matt Corby - Brother- like a version acoustic Delta Goodrem’s cover of I come From the Land Down Under John Farnham You’re the Voice live with the MSO

[@carolynh8866]

Great choices Dr Kap

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@JasonD_]

For Aussie week 3 you must do Stevie Wright - Evie parts 1, 2 & 3

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@ShadyLeo66]

Yes you know him thats the great Kevin "Caveman" Shirley producer! He's been producing Joe since 2006. This is absolute FIRE!

[@strayandrongo7461]

That was great boys. John Farnham does one of the best Jesus christ superstar performances I have ever seen....

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@Oliver_Cumberland]

What a great band, Superb musicians all. And they are having so much fun. Jimmy smiling!

[@sammy_dog]

stone cold by these two is just as good but more on the soul/blues side of the scale

[@TheThamesmen]

Lazy is our song though as we love deep purple

[@sammy_dog]

@@TheThamesmen I carnt half tell just give Stone Cold a play in your own time you'll love it promise

[@TheThamesmen]

@@sammy_dog Will do thanks

[@debmccudden242]

I havent heard this before ,never really listened to deep purple i think they were a bit before my time but i really loved this but then again jimmy can sing anything and the band were amazing

[@TheThamesmen]

You need to go and listen to deep purple may we recommend the album Machine Head and the album made in Japan. You need those albums in your life!

[@kimmikke_]

Jesus Christ what a version, a true Tribute, Bonamassa really brings new Colour to this legendary song, all the other musicians are awesome also!

[@TheThamesmen]

All were great

[@davidhandson2429]

The one song done by or with Jimmy Barnes that I don't like but you can't have everything. Stone Cold by Jimmy Barnes and Joe Bonamassa is possibly the best song by these two.

[@raymondbabb1970]

accurate

[@jemxs]

Yep much prefer Stone Cold with Jimmy's gravel and Joe's magical guitar!

[@monicaking2140]

Agree

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@arrongoodwin3339]

What? This is awesome

[@rickfairman5640]

Fantastic cover. Really appreciate that they make the song their own while maintaining the integrity of the song. Well done.

[@TheThamesmen]

Brave move to take that song on but they did a Brilliant job

[@rickfairman5640]

@@TheThamesmen great to see a band take on a song and add things that compliment the original while keeping the integrity of the original. This band could play and be accepted anywhere that has a connection with rock/blues.

[@TheThamesmen]

@@rickfairman5640 well they are all musical royalty so hopefully they can get away with it!

[@SergioSBloch]

What a fun and wicked jam that must have been in the recoding studio.... damn!!

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for the note. More soon and hope you have a fab weekend. Cheers G&A

[@jennifermason9557]

Man, I love Jimmy's voice. Didn't know this existed. Loved it! Another great cover he does with his son is 'Wichita lineman'.

[@TheThamesmen]

That would be interesting as a bit of a USA classic.

[@jenell56]

Farken Brilliant!!!!!

[@TheThamesmen]

It really is! Thanks for the support

[@toddjames7]

That was awesome

[@TheThamesmen]

Sure was. Thanks for your support

[@stevemurrell6167]

That was insane! Talent personified.....including the keyboardist!

[@TheThamesmen]

Just such fun to watch and listen to it. Thanks for the support

[@carolynh8866]

Yay week 3 Since you mentioned Jesus Christ it was Farnsey who played that role and killed it. So my picks for week 3 John Farnham Gesthemane (best Jesus ever) Jimmy Barnes Soothe Me with Sam Moore (released only a few weeks ago so Barnesy 65 at the time and Sam was 86 and still amazing) And some more recent very popular artists Guy Sebastian (original winner of Australian Idol back in 2003. He has gone on to become one of Australia's most prolific singer songwriters. He has also been a coach on both XFactor for a few years and The Voice since 2019 Song choice Battle Scars live from his home studio for Anzac day. Delta Goodrem. Song choice. Born to Try (Global Citizens Live) Started releasing music at 15, was also on tv show neighbours around the same time. At 18 she got cancer and went into remission after treatment then went become Australia's sweetheart of the music industry. Cranking out hit after hit from 2001 to 2021. She has also starred in TV and movie roles and has been a coach on The Voice since 2011 Tesky Brothers Song choice. Hold Me (Live at the Forum) They have been around since 2008 but only really hit the scene in 2018. I only discovered them this year and can't get enough of them. Blues Rock in the style of Mowtown greats Ottis Redding and Wilson Picket. Josh Tesky has a voice as smooth as Tennessee Whisky.

[@Dr_KAP]

Awesome suggestions!!

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@danielfox6907]

Drummer is British born Anton Figg, Joe's regular on tours, and 17 yrs. regular drummer on David Letterman/ The Tonight show.

[@frankie3041]

Fig was born in Cape Town.

[@stevematthews641]

Jimmy also did this song live with John Lord on keyboards

[@TheThamesmen]

Now that will be interesting to see I wonder if I can find a version of that. John Lord is the master

[@stevematthews641]

Its live at the basement in Sydney.

[@stevematthews641]

Just acorrection.Jimmy barnes does when a blind man cries with john lord,live

[@eej9273]

I have seen this so many times, awesome shit, thanks for reacting to it Sir Thames Gentleman!

[@TheThamesmen]

Our pleasure good sir. Thanks for the support

[@zenleto]

That was mad.

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@tomoliver2961]

Just some contemporary suggestions for Aussie week 3 Matt Corby - Brother - live The Tesky Brothers Amyl and the sniffers King gizzard and the Lizard Wizard The Chats Even if you feature none of these I’d highly recommend at least listening to Matt Corby and the Tesky Brothers for your own enjoyment.

[@lesliedavis2185]

I was just thinking hinkingTeskey Bros also, plus Josh Teskey and Ash Grunwald. Their, thinking bout myself duet is excellent

[@alliegal45]

I’d add Hilltop Hoods 50 in 5 to that list

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@bernadettelanders7306]

Love it. All the musicians and Jimmy. Joe on guitar I could listen to all day. Lordy Lordy, how good was the organist. The other guitarist and drummer, great. All together- brilliant.

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@Dr_KAP]

@Bernadette.. is it just me or do these two guys remind you a bit of Brian Henderson and Ian “Dicko” Dickson 🤣 😝

[@bernadettelanders7306]

@@Dr_KAP I had to have a look again. Now that you mention it, yes I can see what you mean

[@Lex-Hawthorn]

they are just jamming.. sweet....

[@waynekasmar4401]

The Australian song that may have been played more times on Australian radio than any other is "Girls on the Avenue" by Richard Clapton. It seems like musical wallpaper after so many plays, but it is certainly worth a listen.

[@TheThamesmen]

Never heard of that until now. Thanks for the suggestion and your support

[@timn6864]

Looking forward to Bluesfest here next year. The line up includes Joe Bonamassa, Beth Hart, Cat Empire, Marcus King, Elvis Costello, Michael Franti, Xavier Rudd etc It's going to be ridiculous!!

[@TheThamesmen]

Wow great line up. Where is that at?

[@MRDARKTURKEY]

Just an fyi guys, Jimmy was offered the role of Judas beside John Farnham, but knocked it back.. He didn’t think he could pull off the musical aspect..

[@TheThamesmen]

I wonder how he could think that!

[@iannorth8549]

This is so in my wheelhouse. Brilliant

[@michaelangelo1955]

Is this not one if the best put together performances ever! What part, who's perfornance isn't frikin amazing!!!!

[@michaelangelo1955]

This is just an amazing performance. Every time I see it it just lights me up! Most recently I was out driving and looked down to see I was WAY over the speed limit following along with the tempo😂.

[@TheThamesmen]

Great tunes will do that!!

[@richardlondon1076]

John Fareham was the Australian Jesus .

[@TheThamesmen]

Yes I realized once I looked it up apologies for that

[@michaelangelo1955]

Thanks for the mention of JCS! Gillen was awesome in it. Look out for the other Joe B and Jimmy Barnes "Stone Cold".

[@LikkieAU]

I thought they were all top flight musicians. Maybe I don’t have Alex’s refined sensibilities but I thought that keyboardist was awesome.

[@TheThamesmen]

Alex grew up around John Lord and does have strong opinions on keyboards! I don’t think there is any doubt about the quality of the musicians. Just not Alex’s favorite!

[@AmbassadorJenks7086]

If you didn't know who the other players are the are Drums Anton Fig, Bass The late great Michael Rhodes, the other guitar player is Brad Whitford of Aerosmith.

[@narellesmith7932]

Love the Hammond organ

[@TheThamesmen]

It has such a great sound. Just perfect

[@Denise-lk9zk]

Loved this.

[@TheThamesmen]

Think we all did ! Thanks for the support

[@chrissneyd9278]

Stone Cold with Jimmy and Joe is really worth listening too. I remember this song from my youth. The keyboards, vocals and guitar on this are memorable. Another Joe tune is Riding With The King with Mahalia Barnes (Jimmy's Daughter)

[@TheThamesmen]

Cool. Thank you for the suggestions and thank you for being here

[@markwaters3050]

Glad you liked this boys!

[@TheThamesmen]

Loved it. Thanks for the support

[@arlin4591]

Keep up the great work guys!! A 3rd Aussie week would be good!

[@TheThamesmen]

That's the plan! Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@your_local_dummy4137]

Great cover of a DP classic, really very good. Only the very brave would attempt to cover these DP classics because you are setting yourself up to be compared to some of the best ever. This really reminds me of just how Jon Lord completely redefined the Hammond and its role in heavy rock. All those organ solos at such amazing speed and complexity. He could match any guitar and that for me made Deep Purple the best out of the three founders of heavy rock. For me the others in the same zone but very different genre as Lord are Keith Emerson and Rick Wakeman. But even Lord started with Prog in the early DP days. RIP Jon Lord. Many thanks for putting this cover on your channel and your reaction.

[@TheThamesmen]

Jon Lord was the master. That said this cover was epic and they did an excellent job. Thank you for your support

[@grahambuddery172]

Hey guys "what a banger", I was waiting for that comment from you haha. As a dinosaur born in 1962 grew up listening to Deep Purple and still regularly listen to my favourite albums Fireball and Machine Head when I need to lift the mood. First time I have seen this version, love it, sounds like it was recorded in the era. Shout out to the two of you for responding to the comments left by us punters. For OZ week 3, check out The Black Sorrows, either Chained to the Wheel, or Never Let Me Go. You will not be disappointed

[@narellesmith7932]

We learnt to play smoke on the water on the Hammond organ as tweens. ESP the foot peddles !!!!

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for the nice words Graham. We actually grew up in person with Purple, so they are close to our heart. Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@helenespaulding7562]

You were born in 1962 and you DARE to call yourself a dinosaur!!!?? BWAHAHA you’re only 60…..😏

[@TheThamesmen]

@@helenespaulding7562 this is not a race!

[@helenespaulding7562]

@@TheThamesmen if it were, I think I would win on this platform. 🤪

[@flavio_spqr]

Oh my! Totally unexpected to find this on the channel. It's one of my favourite covers/tribute ever, ever. Ever. The original is the original, and Purple is legendary, but this is, at the very least, on par with the original. This version was included in a Deep Purple tribute album named Re-Machined. There are covers by Metallica, Joe Satriani (with Chickenfoot), Iron Maiden and Glen Hughes. It's phenomenal. I actually discovered this a couple of years back, after discovering Black Country Communion, which was a project that joined Joe Bonamassa, Glen Hughes (ex-Purple), Jason Bonham (son of John Bonham) and Derek Sherinian (ex- Dream Theater). They released, If I recall, 3 albums. Old school cool Hard-Rock/Blues with a modern touch. Check them out, lads!

[@mikeschenk4730]

I've decided after doing a little digging into Cold Chisel week that I'm going to make that playlist include all of the "side stuff" from the members a la my Beatles playlist. They are all just too good at what they do to ignore the stuff they do outside of Chisel. Barnesy and Bonamassa are in great form here. As is the whole band really. To anyone who doesn't say there aren't amazing musicians putting out music in the 2000s, look harder. If Alex can stomach more Bonamassa, him and Beth Hart doing "I'd Rather go Blind" is beyond amazing. And live.

[@markusrieger794]

Jesus Christ Superstar in Australia were sung by Jon Steven’s, the one who founded the Dead Dasies. He was the singer for Noiseworks.

[@m.a.sperry3424]

What a way to start the day!

[@TheThamesmen]

Exactly that will get you going

[@choos6919]

Baaaarnsey. Teehee. Stone Cold is fabulous, and if you like a bit of Soul/R&B, Soothe Me with Baaaarnsey and Sam Moore, from Sam and Dave, who did the original in 1962. Sax appeal to the max.

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@erwinzyx]

That was awesome!

[@TheThamesmen]

Just such a great fun track. So happy we had a chance to go over it. Thanks for the support

[@micko11154]

Another great reaction! Arlan Schierbaum is the keyboard player guys! Cheers and thanks!

[@TheThamesmen]

Be well.

[@mikecurtis9485]

Thats one way to wake up the neighborhood

[@TheThamesmen]

Yes this needs to be played loud!

[@SpartanGuy83]

Love, love, love this! I will share this with my sister. She loves Joe B, as she calls him. Hope things are looking up, Alex! Be well guys!

[@TheThamesmen]

Hi mate. Thanks for sharing and as always thank you for your support we very much appreciate it and love having you around.

[@chrissneyd9278]

And the drums were hot too

[@TheThamesmen]

Yep I really like the drummer

[@georgeibrahim7945]

Thanks for reacting to this but you gotta react to Jimmy and Joe “stone cold” gives off that bluesy feel about it. Also check out Tommy Emmanuel “classical gas” one of the goats of the guitar 🎸

[@TheThamesmen]

Will do and thank you for the guidance. We would be lost without our subscribers keeping us on the right track

[@Kidrodeo1000]

Awesome selection guys. Totally dig it ! What a terrific combo of great musicians . I saw a guy a few years back from America called Junior Brown. He plays a guitar he created for himself called a ‘guit-steel’. When you see it you’ll understand what I mean. He does a phenomenal instrumental surf medley of 60s hits which will blow your minds. Might be well worth you checking him out. Cheers 🍻

[@TheThamesmen]

Rock on! Take care!!!

[@ruddyvelasquez8108]

amazing cover....

[@TheThamesmen]

Glad you think so!

[@cameronwilson2778]

must do stone cold

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@pietkeizer5216]

Hey George. Waiting on your Nightwish report, that will be fun. I ‘ am going in november In Antwerpen. Joe Bonamassa…what a fine guitarist ( I saw him also in Antwerpen ) but most I like the organ, what a sound. Greetings from the Netherlands

[@TheThamesmen]

Hope to get editing the Nightwish report soon. Takes a lot of work as I recorded lots of segments. Trying to decide if I make one short video or a short one and then a longer one with more material.

[@starlightshimmery]

This was great, haven’t heard this version before! As the other comments have mentioned John Farnham performed the Aussie role of Jesus in JCS (and was fabulous!). JCS was actually how I first discovered Ian Gillan when I was still very young - I purchased a 2nd hand soundtrack of the English cast production (the 4 side vinyl version) and thought he had the most amazing voice. I absolutely loved that album and knew every note by heart, it had so much meaning as well as punching through with that amazing heavy groove, gentle moments and powerful realisations. It also gave me my lifelong love of that era’s sound. Much later on in my late teenage years I discovered Ian was in Deep Purple (I was always more into 60s/70s than my own contemporary 80s era) and then was amazed by so many epic vocals. Legend. Very excited for Prog Week and Bowie week! And 3rd Aussie week (hope marketing isn’t watching 🤐🤫) I’m finding it quite funny that these videos drop at the perfect time when I do my handicrafts - crocheting to heavy rock 😆 that’s how I roll these days 😂.

[@starlightshimmery]

Just thinking back on who was in the earlier 1970s Aussie cast of JCS there were many famous names including Jon English as Judas and also Stevie Wright and Rory O’Donoghue. Russell Morris, Jon Stevens and Kate Ceberano pop up in the 1990s version alongside John Farnham. Amazing talent!

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@sicmuvva11]

🥰

[@helenespaulding7562]

That was PHENOMENAL! 🤘🤘😁😁😁

[@TheThamesmen]

And the music?

[@helenespaulding7562]

@@TheThamesmen LOL😂

[@helenespaulding7562]

@@TheThamesmen the music too. I actually loved the organist but I get you have a soft spot for Lord. I didn’t think the drums were powerful enough…only criticism. Good drummer, but need a Dave Grohl with those guys

[@TheThamesmen]

@@helenespaulding7562 that would rock

[@helenespaulding7562]

@@TheThamesmen still can’t believe Taylor is gone. So sad.

[@BK45AUS]

Goddamn, the groove in this...

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for the comments and also for being here. Be well G&A

[@27Finbarr]

Suggestion for Australia week 3….Howard Devoto (of Buzzcocks/ Magazine)…. Think his old Nan was An Aussie!?!…so in honour of that…maybe the Buzzcocks song ‘BOREDOM’ from their legendary Spiral Scratch EP!….that song has to have one of the best guitar solos EVER! ( in a minimal and incompetent punk sort of way)…Twas a breath of fresh air after all the superfluous guitar noodling of the early 70’s! 😉👍

[@jenniferhearn4117]

Mahalia Barnes daughter of Jimmy Barnes is a backup singer for Joe Bonamassa and gives a powerhouse performance with Joe in Riding with the kings. Also check out her singing with dad Jimmy on Walking up the road.

[@TheThamesmen]

Nice. Really like this kind of information and hope to see her perform soon. Thank you for your support

[@jenniferhearn4117]

For a more contemporary look at Australian music Matt Corby is someone that lm sure you haven’t come across before. His live performance of Trick of the light is sublime, also anything from singer songwriter Guy Sebastian is a winner from the absolutely beautiful Standing With You to his more rap inspired Battlescars.

[@malcolmrayner3480]

If you wish to see somebody that is pretty good on the keys then check out Lachy Dooley on an old Hammond or the Horner Clavicord check out his version of Voodoo Child live 2022 blues festival

[@jlocke78759]

That's Brad Whitford on second guitar, best known from Aerosmith. The drummer is Anton Fig, long time drummer with Paul Shaffer on "Late Night with David Letterman". On keyboards was Arlan Scheierbaum.

[@TheThamesmen]

It appears to be one hell of a line up all the way around. Thanks for sharing that information that’s great

[@guybonfiglio5899]

What amazes me it these staples of my childhood are not known outside Australia. I love your passion, I would suggest you react to Australian Crawl - Boys Light Up. I think you will love it.

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this message and we hope you enjoyed the vid. Take care.

[@boilinwater69]

If you want to here Australia's current greatest voices right now look for Vanessa Amorosi doing "Natural Woman" also Guy Sebastian doing anything!!! Recommend "Believer" , "Before i go"' , "Standing with you" do his live versions they are better than studio. "TWO JAW DROPPING WORLD CLASS VOCALISTS".Thats my 52 year olds recommendations

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks.

[@dianedean435]

Ooooh yes.

[@dalewyatt1321]

Want to see the world's greatest guitarist? Watch Tommy Emmanuel do "Initiation". One man, one guitar, no pedals, no tricks, just skill. Honestly though, just watch it and see a person who has mastered their craft.

[@carolynh8866]

OMG Yes Yes. He can make a guitar actually talk!

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@glenchapman3899]

This is from a Tribute album "Re-machined" A pretty good album for Deep Purple fans. And as far as I am aware Barnes never did JC Superstar. In Australia it was a guy Trevor White, with John English as Judas. Barnes would have only been 16 at the time. You can find the cast list on line if you are interested.

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for the note. More soon and hope you have a fab weekend. Cheers G&A

[@warrenharrison5052]

Hey lads love your work - here are some suggestions for Aussie week 3 . Theres a bunch of Bangers below - you wont regret listening to any of them........ your welcome :) Mama by Billy Thorpe & the Aztecs (1971) Im stranded by The Saints (1976) Say Goodbye by Hunters & Collectors (80's) 'You've got nothing I want 'and 'Saturday Night' by Cold Chisel (80's) Reckless by Australian Crawl (80's) Suicide Blonde by INXS (90's) Jealous by Divinyls (90's) Making Gravy by Paul Kelly (90's)

[@TheThamesmen]

Excellent list and thank you for the suggestions. We look forward to getting to week three in the not too distant future

[@swingsloth]

If Chris is responsible for the next list of classic Aussie bands, can we PLEASE get some Hunters and Collectors in front of Alex and George? Just found you two larrikins and can't get enough of your content. You lunatics crack me up.

[@TheThamesmen]

Thank you for the suggestions. George here. I know some songs by hunters and collectors and think they are excellent. I am sure Alex has never even heard of them so may well be a good place to go

[@MrHolmgren194]

Clicked like before i watched your reaction :)

[@TheThamesmen]

You know a good tune when you see one then. Thanks for the support

[@billk9856]

Can I suggest our 70's and 80's Queen of Soul ... Renee Geyer for a future showing.

[@petehixson9046]

David Campbell, Jimmy's son is worth a look too.

[@TheThamesmen]

Nice thanks for the info. We very much appreciate it

[@helenespaulding7562]

Howdy gents! Well, I think Hell just froze over: Bonamassa is on The Thamesmen! 😮. Through the back door of course…Jimmy and Australia week and all that. 😏 Has all been forgiven, Alex? 😘. Should I expect Black Country Communion any day now?? 🤗😁

[@TheThamesmen]

Let’s not push our luck with Alex and Joe! Not sure he is over his spat!

[@christhecurator]

I know, I almost fell off my chair!

[@helenespaulding7562]

@@TheThamesmen honestly, when he said what it was about……..so many misunderstandings happen online because you can’t hear the voice or see body language I’ve had it happen to me (hard to believe, I know! 🙄) and I thought about the English sense of humor…the whole “taken the piss” thing…and most Americans don’t get it. Joe’s an American and took something Alex said, in a humorous, teasing way no doubt, much too seriously and got mad. Could it be that simple?

[@TheThamesmen]

@@helenespaulding7562 who knows! George here, I did try searching for the thread but no luck!

[@speedypete5445]

I remembered that TBT with the Brian gardener glasses had a run in with joe bonamasa . Don’t let him put you off doing stone cold because he is the genius guitarist. The song is blues jazz ? Not rock , yet showcases jimmys voice with melodic tunes from high to low. It’s in my top5 of all time songs. Please do. Thanks heaps.

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for the comment and be well. Cheers G&A

[@PittDaddy]

If you haven't reviewed it already, you have to watch Joe and Beth Hart doing 'I'd Rather Go Blind' live in Amsterdam. It's just brilliant.

[@TheThamesmen]

Many thanks - will check

[@ben-schulman]

@@TheThamesmen Ok guys, have you really check this out yet? Beth and Joe together --or each on their own--will absolutely blow your minds. Both are extremely prolific (Joe puts out a blues album that goes to #1 on the Billboard Blues Chart every 10 months...he has 25 #1's and counting; Beth Hart wrote 72 new songs during the pandemic). Here's just a small sample to get you started. (Yeah overwhelming, just start with the first song in each list, then go the second, etc.). BETH HART & JOE BONAMASSA 1) “I’d Rather Go Blind” (From the 2013 ‘Live in Amsterdam’ concert; Beth fronting Joe’s band): kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3arqIKViqqjbaM 2) “I’ll Take Care of You” (Beth guest appearance at Joe’s 2011 ‘Live at the Beacon Theatre’ concert in NYC): kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXfTmaifgt10bas THREE more blues covers from the 2013 ‘Live in Amsterdam’ concert: 3) “‘I Love You More Than You’ll Ever Know” (Al Kooper, Blood, Sweat, & Tears song ): kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIC0YWqci7t3gLM 4) “Something’s Got A Hold on Me” (first recorded by Etta James): kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqq0dWiartSSbLc 5) “Baddest Blues” (only original Beth Hart song from concert): kzbin.info/www/bejne/qX-9qGpvbNV3o6s BETH HART: (first 3 her songs; last 2 covers) 1) “Am I The One” (epic performance of her song from the legendary 2004 ‘Live at Paradiso’ concert): kzbin.info/www/bejne/nouqZICdndCLabM 2) “Caught Out in The Rain” (From the 2018 Royal Albert Hall concert in London; about an unhealthy relationship with a dangerous man): kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqvHe5ltfdanqs0 3) “Mama” (Beth alone on piano; from 2004 ‘Live at Paradiso’): kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2Onh5SJebKFg8k 4) “Whole Lotta Love” (Led Zep cover, from 2004 Paradiso concert): kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYauiYNtl6aab6M 5) “A Change is Gonna Come” (Sam Cooke cover; From the Echoplex in LA in 2010): kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5-sfWt3gLyFhLM JOE BONAMASSA: 1) “I’ll Play the Blues For You” (2015 ‘Live at the Greek Theatre’ concert in LA): kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6C7YYKim9atn9k 2) “Going Down” (2015 ‘Live at the Greek Theatre’ concert in LA): kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWiclWl6j9yDh7M 3) “Woke Up Dreaming” (2009 Royal Albert Hall, London; acoustic solo): kzbin.info/www/bejne/fn3SgKF4l6mYm7M 4) “Woke Up Dreaming” with Tina Guo (2017 Live At Carnegie Hall - An Acoustic Evening, NYC): kzbin.info/www/bejne/fn6UfmmmZsuci68 5) “Sloe Gin” (2014 Muddy Wolf at Red Rocks concert in Colorado): kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqfZmI2DfNVoi9E

[@narellesmith7932]

Farnsey did JC Superstar

[@TheThamesmen]

Sorry about that I looked it up afterwards and so I was completely wrong!

[@kathleenmayhorne3183]

The cast of Jesus Christ Superstar did a teaser on "Hey, Hey, It's Saturday," that's Farnsey, Kate Ceberano and Jon Stevens, doing "Everything's Alright," and a bonus.

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A

[@michaelangelo1955]

Normally, Reese Wayans plays with Joe. Outstanding Hall of Fame keyboardist.

[@ShadyLeo66]

@@michaelangelo1955 this was before Reese joined the band.

[@Warrenm70]

Smashed it with this one. Brad Whitford I feel got a bit overlooked tho. Aussie week 3 suggestions Baby Animals - One Word, Little Birdy -Relapse, Grinspoon earlier stuff, Living End - All Torn Down… Cheers

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks.

[@anthonywebb523]

Another good Bonamassa /Barnes (Mahalia) tune is Riding with the King.

[@TheThamesmen]

Excellent. Thank you for your support

[@honorarythamesman5732]

Great reaction as always chaps. They do this type of music extremely well sometimes reaching the Purple-esque heights - agreed about Jon Lord, untouchable. Now George, bone to pick with you - you went to see Nightwish but I've not heard anything about it yet - did you enjoy it? 😉 😀

[@TheThamesmen]

Ahhh Nightwish special coming up!!

[@honorarythamesman5732]

@@TheThamesmen knew you wouldn't let us down! Was a little concerned though I must admit! 😃

[@TheThamesmen]

@@honorarythamesman5732 just have a lot of editing to do to make a story with the material. Also got to do all normal videos too!

[@honorarythamesman5732]

@@TheThamesmen I put my hand up to being a tad impatient - I was just extremely interested in what you made of both Beast in Black and Nightwish.

[@arnefl5549]

Amen! Jon IS Lord! (Pun intended…)😊

[@hesch-tag]

I suggest Tommy and his brother Phil Emmanuel doing Terra firma. Great guitarwork by both.

[@linux49er]

Cooking with gas!!!

[@TheThamesmen]

And the rest. Amazing

[@firecrakka]

Anton Fig was the drummer.... you might recognise him from years on the Letterman Show.

[@TheThamesmen]

Of course! Should have recognized the hat. I loved what he was doing on that track

[@kimmikke_]

Here is the Making of (3 minutes) of the same session with more explanations and speech from Jimmy Barnes and Joe Bonamassa of the whole session - speech is breaking or leaving the music behind from times, but gives more insight to this session. There's also a list of Musician names in the description - kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXXRgp-dfqd8ndk

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks Kim

[@barnowl5774]

OK. As much as we love him, enough of Jimmy Barnes. It's time for some new exploration in Aussie Week 3. My suggestions are: 1.The Teskey Brothers, 'Hold Me', LIVE at the Forum in Melbourne. 2. Vanessa Amorosi, 'Take a Look,' LIVE. 3. Renee Geyer,' It's a Man's World', LIVE.' 4.Hunters And Collectors, 'River Runs Dry' LIVE. 5.Karise Eden, 'Stay With Me Baby', LIVE.

[@TheThamesmen]

That was not really official Aussie week stuff just us picking a tune that we thought we would like. And we did!

[@barnowl5774]

@@TheThamesmen I have just found a newly released video on YT about John Farnham. It's named, 'John Farnham Can Sing Anything', Parts 1-4, by Adam Stolfo, an American, I think. It shows the versatility of JF's singing in approximately 18 styles.

[@dedriesmith7789]

You should have a listen to Vanessa amorosi ,live version of natural woman ,actually any of her songs ,as long as there live .loving your reviews.

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for the note. More soon and hope you have a fab weekend. Cheers G&A

[@Rubytuesday1569]

Please check out Australian band Powderfinger 'These Days'. ☮️

[@MisterJ56]

Amazing. I'm the first one who's saying .... don't mess with Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple .... but this time ...... better than the original?

[@TheThamesmen]

Nearly.....

[@iceberg5220]

John Farnham sang the part of Jesus in JC Superstar Australia. Doesn't get any closer !!

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for being here an checking the vid out. Be well. G&A

[@hesch-tag]

No mention of the other guitarist? That was actually Aerosmith's Brad Whitford.

[@TheThamesmen]

I know it was. Forgot. Peace

[@brianparsa7794]

Fabulous cover! A great performance without question . . . but I agree with Alex that the Hammond organ just wasn't quite there in the first few minutes. To be fair though, it is tough to compete with Jon Lord's performance on the studio recording!

[@TheThamesmen]

Yup. Can’t beat Jon Lord! Still great track though

[@antonylacroix6475]

Hi again from Uk ( it’s been a little while ) indulge me whilst I waffle - lot to unpack here - made in Japan first album I bought so bar rather high - solid cover , spirit of Jon lord - who can compete ? 💥, Joe B did a great job ( can you tell tone difference on strat with maple neck rather than rosewood neck that Ritchie always used ? ) , saw Joe B and Beth Hart at intimate gig in inner courtyard Of Hampton Court Palace - one of those nights you lock away for ever , especially Beth 🧨

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for the note. More soon and hope you have a fab weekend. Cheers G&A

[@LevSB]

10:17 Laaazy-no no no, just stay in bed-yes yes yes

[@kevinthetruckdriver353]

Talking about covers. A little *Sandman??* Have fun at The Warning show. It's a *BIG DIPPER BANGER.*

[@TheThamesmen]

Thanks for this! Much appreciated. Also, thanks for being here and supporting us. ✌️ G&A