Joan Armatrading - Love And Affection (Later Archive 2007)

[@Nickgowans]

This it the shit. Honestly there are few performers who can put on even half the show and she absolutely nailed it after decades. Such a legend

[@paulmichaelrichardson6582]

Totally agree Nick this is soo good

[@Mikeyboy51866]

Saw her and Richard Thompson 20 years ago. So sensational !!!! I brought 3 friends with me (who didn't know either Joan or Richard). One of us four now loves them both more than I did when I brought them all there. That is the loveliness of influencing beloved friends. Our family chooses us. We choose our friends !!!

[@kanebaker3075]

Totally agree. Easily in my top 10 artists of all time. She's an incredible musician. She's also just composed a classical piece which I really liked.

[@Mikeyboy51866]

​@@kanebaker3075 I haven't been able to find it for over 3 years now...... This version is wonderful...... but ........ there was a show where this song was even more amazing. It was Joan Armatrading LIVE AT ABBEY ROAD....... if you find it, it's the best version of the song EVER. Probably something stupid like copyright squabbling that got it taken down. But....... if you find it....... Kudos ........ you are all the luckier for stumbling upon it !!!!

[@tomsortore8301]

And then there's Taylor swift. There's more soul in this angels little toe than Taylor whole body. Got to see joan perform live 5 times beyond amazing. She has feed my soul for about 50 years. I'm a 76 years young man who loves joan

[@bobsimpson4298]

I have heard Joan saying that she never tires of singing this song. I will never tire of listening to it! Thank you, Joan, for so many years of unique musical pleasure!

[@habsom1406]

Only ever known the studio recording, but this version is off the scale for production quality, vocal delivery and sheer dripping emotion! This is the definitive version imo!

[@rasichap]

I might have to agree.

[@richardworthington7071]

Agreed!

[@FinbarBryson-vy4so]

Same!!! Just Discovered this Version. Xx

[@emmastanford8774]

She's a GODDESS and this is a BOSS performance

[@tomr5785]

Immense

[@MontecristotoValjean]

oh yes!

[@chrissiem3958]

When I first saw this on Jools Holland, I was sitting with my mouth agape. What a friggin' astounding performance!

[@percyfree9831]

Joan amazing an so is Jools production I believe

[@paulthomas3374]

Incredible her voice has not changed in 40 years and effortlessly playing a sweet sounding 12 string guitar at the same time ...1 very talented lady !

[@SeanTWright]

Agreed 100% this song is the backdrop of my youth, it's apart of me.

[@toniwallace8056]

Some people are just born to make music, Joan is one of those.

[@albertoconsonni8410]

one of the most beautiful songs ever

[@ljerkadevcic]

DEFINITEL!!! LOVES THE SAX. ME TOO

[@maudlinyel]

Just now discovering Joan Armatrading, so sorry about this. SHE IS AMAZING.

[@zerofox2046]

Better late than never!

[@tonyska]

Sadly, I'm also only this recently. What an amazing talent...

[@adamkieler1833]

I discovered her during a period when I was laid off in 2020. Such a true gem to find when I was lonely. I am blessed.

[@tictocbang7443]

I first popped on Me, Myself I onto a turntable way back in college, and was blown away. I saw her twice in concert. She's spectacular.

[@junewynn6699]

Me too.

[@tonykerwick1856]

Not many songs from my past give me goosebumps but This is top 3 without a doubt

[@kaycamille1544]

Without a doubt one of the most beautiful songs I have heard in my 70 years . I remember hearing that song when it first came out and was floored by the perfection. That feeling has never gone. Few people have a gift as great as Joan’s.

[@SerenDipity64711]

Agree!

[@lisamaglione4080]

Yassssss.

[@Spumastic]

You said it!!!❤❤❤❤ Queen Joan!!

[@pj8134]

often find myself disappointed with live music versions of studio songs i like but OMFG, how awesome is this woman still. absolute masterclass, gave me goosebumps

[@habsom1406]

Totally agree!

[@al2307]

Joan performed wonderfully in Perth WA

[@Fatima502]

Exactly what I was thinking as the song unfolded. Either way, goose pimples.

[@ajdoubleu4218]

Listening ❤ mon 12 Feb 2024

[@Disco_Breakin]

She was my dad's absolute favourite and by default mine too. He died last year and this just warms my heart 💓😭

[@richd.309]

these are the things that keep us connected to the ones we love when they are no longer with us. God bless!

[@michaeldaly8597]

Sorry too hear about your Dad be he had great taste

[@gamumutiti]

This was one of my late father’s favorites too. I remember him with great fondness . Music back then was music!

[@Disco_Breakin]

@gamumutiti timeless

[@shoecake6303]

Some songs just hit you right in the feels. This is one of those songs.

[@pinkobreftempsla]

pure joy! we are so lucky that Joan Armatrading wrote, recorded, and performed so many gems for us.

[@MissBlennerhassett876]

This has been the definitive performance of this song for me for years but I've only just realised the sax player is also the drummer. Added level of coolness.

[@joescott483]

Still listening to this beautiful song in 2023. Joan is a touch of class in song writing. ❤

[@harrylime22]

Well it don’t get much better than that. Phenomenal.

[@russky68]

Joan Armour-plating..One of the best performances I’ve seen on Later 👌🏼

[@jonathanmaybury5698]

Armour-plating 🤣😆 I have got to admit she is a big strong strapping lass, but I will always love her 😍.

[@Modern_Homegirl]

She is so amazing! It's sad that so many people haven't heard of her (for them) but every person who hears her becomes an instant fan.

[@bryanjohnson918]

This song still makes me tear up after all these years.

[@ns1pgl]

gives me shivers everytime i hear this song it’s beautiful

[@SLyons-pd5vt]

Everything about this version is perfect - beyond brilliant.

[@wernerheusser9556]

I, as a old men, am musically stuck in the 80ies, therefore I appreciate this song very much, thanks Mrs Armatrading your keep my positive memorys alive!

[@paulmichaelrichardson6582]

Its very easy to understand pal.70ies ans 80ies were awesome

[@kaycamille1544]

This isnt a song it is art at its finest ... love you joan

[@Volantirossearebackintown]

I Was 21 and lived in London at that time where one day I found a tape there I discovered Joan Armatreding and falled in love with her since then, I'm 57 today and the shivering hasn't changed so far

[@bagargui]

I’m 58 and have had the exact same experience

[@JacquiCryer]

57 same x

[@noriwilliams4637]

you found a Treasure

[@kevinforrestal5407]

I can't believe I'm just now hearing this song. Wow,. What a great great song.

[@yadancer6098]

I have been listening to Joan for the past 40 yrs. A class songwriter/singer. What a version this is, she is brilliant live.

[@ceceliagrill4774]

Just discovered her very recently and I am forever in her global camp

[@colinpartridge6423]

Joan is a unique and brilliant singer songwriter. Loved her music for decades.

[@Obiwan234]

Damn, after hearing this song on Netflix series ‘Eric’, I came to check it out again and found this version on Jools Holland, she absolutely nailed it to the point of making the hairs on my arms stand up, what a song and above that, what a performer Joan is live!

[@CarolineCooper-bz6wz]

I know what you're talking about. Incredible scene, incredible song.

[@gingerjones111]

She is an icon. Love her and love this song.

[@nickynisbet6247]

Fantastic. Sitting here with a big grin on my face. Even better than when I first fell in love with this song 25 years ago. Joan you are an absolute legend ❤x

[@SerenDipity64711]

What a passionate, sexy and soulful song it has to be one of the greatest love songs EVER written!

[@nikkileverdier1957]

Still gives me chills those first few bars, absolute legend

[@jennifersuleiman7190]

16 November 2024, crying at this beauty.

[@roberttaylor90y76]

1976 I heard this for the first time and thought it top class and I still do .

[@MecdiAn]

I'm a man of truth but boy, do I love lyrics that start with a poetic lie.

[@JacquiCryer]

Still my favourite love song of all time

[@al2307]

This is a good example of how to turn the other cheek without selfishness or negatives.... This lady knows how to set a decent Vibe

[@MrSasquatch44]

Been a fan for many years but this has got to be one of...if not THEE finest performance. Absolutely wonderful

[@paulpearson5300]

takes me right back to the long hot summer of 1976 , a timeless song .

[@charlottevictoria.hubbard7472]

There are some fantastic female singer song writers. Joan is top of the lot. Awesome.

[@kevinkline7242]

Male and Female singer songwriters. I can't think of one Beatles song better than this one.

[@leensteed7861]

I've been lucky enough to see her play in Brighton England and again in Calgary, Canada. What an angel!

[@percyfree9831]

Voice of gold like no otha, beautiful girl heart & soul

[@bwolff7364]

I've never heard this song before- hearing Ms. Armatrading for the first time is a blessing

[@michellerobinson4293]

Omg this is just so good all these years later. Her voice is just incredible

[@lovewalruss]

Stunning.

[@rowley1950]

Total genius from such a wonderfully talented lady. Bless you Joan, keep them coming please

[@nikkileverdier1957]

Legend hope she comes back to Jersey where I live, love her

[@richardkemp5550]

i seem to remember reading that she wrote this in her teens. What a talent. Definitely one of my desert island discs.

[@Pablo668]

Fantastic performance, Joan surely is a legend.

[@andybycz]

The sound of the middle 70s for me. That bass line...amongst so much... Brill!

[@simonclarke2168]

Good god, this is amazing.

[@darrenreid7539]

And a tight four piece band...this is Art. Check out how the other instruments and the back-up vocals enter...talent 🔥

[@ashflash8067]

I so wish she would do a small venue tour in US....the music that rode shotgun to so many beautiful moments in my life. ❤

[@richardday5015]

50 yrs in the business ……. BRILLIANCE ✨

[@justinroux5470]

3:30... goosebumps and a huge smile. This is music!!!

[@danielweavers2535]

I remember in 1995 my mates mum playing this album. What a voice, she's a treasure.

[@stephengomme777]

A true professional musician is our Joan 😊

[@Kerpieanne]

Total class, this is what music is all about, cheers Joan.

[@andygibbins5372]

Saw Joan on the OGWT blew me away........I think I was probably about 16 at the time. Saw her play a few times (I am in B'ham in UK) Love authenticity of this writers material.

[@petergrunwald7442]

She´s great..!!!❤❤

[@fassinefofana]

Awesome.❤. One of the greatest songs of all time . Last watch her perform at the Zenith in Paris. in 1979. This version tops them all.

[@SusieQ11757]

I just listened to the 1976 version of this song from Joan, and in 2007 she is spot on here with it again. Always loved this song and Joan is fantastic!

[@jakeo3678]

Keep playing it over and over... the production is brilliant!

[@glovere2]

I love this artist so much. She was a groundbreaker and this song was her first big hit almost 50 years ago. I might have never known about her if not for my gay roommate who invited me to a concert. She was a hit in the gay community for her song about a drag queen named Rosie, but without my good friend Phil I could have missed her talent. RIP my dear brother. You and your friends gave me a new way to look at the world and we both witnessed those dear men fall one by one until it was your turn. I miss your intelligence and your humor. ❤

[@RoodyH]

Stunning!

[@dantombs5836]

Absolutely unbelievable love joan to bits she is amazing artist..ive got goose bumps.what a amazing song ❤❤❤❤

[@chrisshelton1552]

Absolutely brilliant

[@Canyon2023]

Such an exquisite song. Gorgeous song.

[@MrStefanwalker]

Some perfromces are a privilege. Thank god we have social media to see this. I'ts mind blowijg.

[@birdman4274]

What an amazing performance. Brilliant

[@CarolineCooper-bz6wz]

This song is so beautiful and so totally leveling. I came to a new understanding of some real troubles in my life by listening carefully to this song. I am forever grateful to the extraordinary Ms. Armatrading. Thank you, so much, for sharing your incredible gifts and insights with the world.

[@MrFranco1888]

Beyond perfection.

[@jonathanmaybury5698]

What is going on with the BBC all of a sudden? They must have accidentally hired someone with good taste to work in the KZbin release department. Joan Armatrading is always on my playlist.

[@Toby_iVapour]

That's because they are releasing the Jools Holland Later archives on YT as they get selected from faves by whatever artist they feature on his show each week... .. and even the crap artists can pick great stuff :)

[@TinyDancerO]

WOW! Joan Armatrading still sounds incredible!!!

[@stephenbailey6709]

Thank you Joan, I can really the Love and Affection. You took me dancing. Give me Love ❤.

[@SonOfSoros]

Absolutely spiritual. Fabulous.

[@johnnydoe3328]

Such a great singer. I saw her once in San Diego at the now defunct 4th and B. Great show/great performer!

[@craigsmith6468]

I'm 52 and just getting to know this artist. I'm an American. Outside of Europe, she clearly didn't get the devotion that she deserved.

[@Trixa52]

The voice of an angel, the feeling so tender snd sweet❤

[@coldwindblowing]

So beautiful

[@DarrellDGiracca]

Earth beautiful, endearing music with a soothing and tranquil ambience. Reminds me so much of artsist tracy chapman...so so beautiful.

[@soniang4078]

she is the best, and the band is bravo too!!!!!

[@annabaranska2280]

london when i was 18 , nice memories i am now 52 springs young, i live in Holland now

[@jameslawson6245]

Just so Beautiful! Followed you since the 70s

[@careymxsmith-thomas8134]

Just now discovering Joan, and I am absolutely sold! ❤

[@anomalees]

Joan performed at Newport Folk Festival back in 1999. it was a very kinetic experience. unfortunately, my x is part of history too.

[@chatkeow]

astonishing performance

[@karencampbell2410]

She was one of my all time favourite artists

[@tracyde3591]

Maybe still is😊

[@alwaysamy4]

I can only listen to this version. Haha these guys kill the background vocals so hard that all the other versions pale in comparison… no shit.. god I love this.

[@habsom1406]

Totally agree Amy H. Only ever known the studio recording which is great but this version is truly off the scale both in production quality and Ms Armatrading's vocal delivery. God I love this too!

[@lovewalruss]

Agreed

[@HollyCowan-fm6vg]

Strong beautiful Woman

[@heidirausch9526]

I hadn't heard anything from Joan for....what?.....twenty plus years. Not one peep, no radio play and with so many tons of worry on my back. It musta been Day 100K of incessant squabble and with insults dripping down my hair my nose my cheeks....the outside air hovered three digits that day....and he trained his dog to nip my toes.... "GIVE ME LOVE!" I swore, "WITH AFFECTION. THIS TIME WITH A LITTLE DEDICATION...." You know the rest. And repeated three times is best. Thank you Joan.

[@mandlakhanye4707]

Musicianship by Joan is unmatched

[@JamesHarris-hl2bm]

Joan is the real deal. Always has been. I remember when I first heard this in college back in 1976. And just look at her. She's going to be 74 years old!! Not one line or bag or anything. You go, Joan!!!!

[@gregc2467]

I love her so much,what a precious talent 😍🤩🥰

[@teoarmes9413]

absolutely outstanding

[@iandeumayne-jones1557]

Legend is often over used and when it isn't true. This musician is simply among the best....ever. Wonderful voice, oustanding writer and an outstanding musician. ❤

[@vivienbailey8079]

Love this pure emotional gut wrenching version. Beautiful 😍 ❤❤

[@ReneCapone510]

OMG She's fantastic. I'm happy to have discovered her music. This song!