Let's Active - Every Word Means No

[@ltdada]

Let's Active was such a GREAT band. I saw them way-back-when in the 1980s, and they were a band you could not only love, but feel proud of if you were from NC. It's difficult to comprehend that the lovely woman on bass in this video, Faye Hunter, has left the world.

[@pearlstudios2819]

The drummer too, Sara Romweber, sister of Dexter Romweber

[@rgerwin.3378]

Heartbroken!! Rest in peace dear ladies.

[@MDK2_Radio]

@@pearlstudios2819Dexter is gone now as well.😢

[@JANGLEPOP1]

First Faye leaves us, now Sara! 2 great musicians and, by all accounts, lovely people who died years too early. R.I.P. to both ladies and Thank You for the wonderful music you have left us with.

[@TScardoa]

Wow they both passed ?! Too young

[@Xcorgi]

I had no idea. One was a superb drummer and the other was also an amazing bass player! So sad to hear the news. What years did they die and how?

[@juliejarrard9682]

Do sad. I loved this band!!!

[@larrymcgillicutty]

@@Xcorgi Romwebber died in 2019 (age 55) Hunter died in 2013 (59). Easter is the only band member left.

[@SupraHero1313]

Just had the pleasure of working with Mitch as a producer. Amazing artist, producer, and person in general. LONG LIVE MITCH EASTER!

[@loiszaremba9582]

😎

[@splash733]

@@loiszaremba9582 Are you related to Peter Zaremba??

[@MrDLOC11]

The best song from the early eighties that no one remembers but is C L A S S I C

[@wendydavis622]

Geez! After all these years I FINALLY GET IT! I watched the video over and over and thought to myself, this is dumb, the puppy? (It was a new song back then) When one is a puppy, every word IS NO! Duh! So ahead of it's time! Catchy tune! It took me 30 years to understand this song? Oh well! Glad I finally got it! Mitch Easter always knew how to rock!

[@NadeemKhan-ky2kg]

RIP, Sara Romweber, you will always be loved.

[@flyingcrowbar1599]

Nadeem Khan I was so pleased to see this song come up, and now I’m all brought down. What a loss.

[@NadeemKhan-ky2kg]

heartbreaking @@flyingcrowbar1599

[@wheezvonklaw284]

She was one of a kind. The community in Chapel Hill is shattered. We all loved her.

[@52media]

Awwww...so sad to hear. Music lives on and our love remains.

[@rbutler69]

I saw them as the warm up band in REM's first tour at a small venue in Salem Mass with maybe 200 people in the place. I had never heard of either band before and just went to the show out of curiosity, and searched out the albums for both groups the next day.

[@2standard]

I lived in Athens, GA at that time, so I had heard them both many times. Lot's of clubs in Athens that are small venues like you describe. I love that stuff. The intimacy is very good.

[@NFL294]

they did a instore at a record shop I worked at....nice people,great show.a fan

[@joegriego9805]

Robert Butler Are you the same Robbie Butler that went to Rancho Alamitos back in Garden Grove? Just wondering...

[@NFL294]

saw them twice live,2 different line ups,new drummer 2nd time [ I had a crush on the 1st one]

[@paxromana9675]

OMG I saw that show …. can't remember the venue... something like the "Salem Theatre".... that was a great sweaty night of music. Bought the Let's Active album soon after, and still have it today. Those were certainly the days of great music!!

[@dennischary1197]

What a sad coincidence that on the early morning of March 5th I was listening to this video,and I learn Twelve hours later that Sara passed away.Great drumming,great hairstyle,infectious enthusiasm;you couldn't ask for more.Thanks for the music!

[@obtainiumgaming4472]

Waters part is my favorite song by them.

[@alisonnetsel7520]

I used to live in Greensboro, NC, and ended up chatting with Mitch one night at a small club called The Turtle thanks to a friend introducing us. I'd seen their videos while growing up in Florida and my first CD was the double CD Cypres/Afoot and he was surprised, as it wasn't a big press. Super friendly guy. Just reinforced my love for the band.

[@LuigiBavi]

I wish Faye knew how many people remember her and appreciate her part in creating some wonderful, memorable music. Maybe she knows now and I hope she's at peace.

[@antifolkhero]

Some amazing hair in this video.

[@ytubekmr]

Never heard of them until today. Excellent song!

[@cathyvenus2]

Toured with these guys and dBs with Chris Stamey - back @84-86 Good Friends! Miss you, Faye :)

[@matthewstetson711]

C Harrington Love the Christmas Time LP EEEspecially, You're What I want...."He's looking at me!"And yes, RIP Faye Hunter.

[@cathyvenus2]

Thanks! Must give Ms Mary Mac her due for saying that line!

[@matthewstetson711]

C Harrington Would expect nothing less than your acknowledgement of Mary Mac and I thought about THAT when I hit send. Was just a sweet back and forth between you both. I dig Sha la la too but my favorite stuff is from Chris and the dBs and Wes Lachot's turn. Too bad Mitch wasn't on Christmas Time. Saw Peter and Chris perform Mavericks in Philly in Dec 2013. Such fun.Hope Music has been good to you. Salute.

[@versnellingspookie]

Which band were you in?

[@bunnyfish714]

Sarah just died 03/04/19i saw them play 5/6 times,only one time was Sara the drummer

[@scottcraig939]

These guys present a great little nugget encapsulating music coming out of the Triad of North Carolina in the 1980s. Many kids were looking for something different at this time in America, particularly in the South. Disco was going strong on one side, Bruce Springsteen and Tom Petty on the other. Bands like this and their musical brethren in Athens, GA, were instrumental in forging a new direction of Southern rock music. Some of the Triad-area contributors to this movement were: Archers of Loaf, dBs, anything w/ Peter Holsapple, Superchunk, Ben Folds Five, Subculture, Dillon Fence, The Connells, Flat Duo Jets and Southern Culture on the Skids. Check all of them out. Just my 2 cents.

[@alistairwalker2850]

Don’t forget Widespread Panic

[@scottcraig939]

@@alistairwalker2850 oh yeah, I've heard of them. ;)

[@KawasakiZ1Guy]

Wow that is a ton of great bands! College radio provided some AirPlay (thank goodness).

[@sardilongboard]

I saw this on TV in New Zealand and only now, after all this time, have i thought to look it up on KZbin. Legend song! Don't know anybody else who knew this band! thanx emi fellas

[@mr.p6184]

Faye Hunter lived in Advance, NC which is 15 miles from where I live. I remember reading her obituary in the local newspaper when she apparently committed suicide about three years ago. If it wasn't for that, I wouldn't have discovered this band but I'm very sorry she felt like taking her own life. She was a very beautiful and talented woman. RIP Faye Hunter!

[@getbent88]

The Beast of I.R.S. Video Vol. #1 with: English Beat - I Confess Wall of Voodoo - Mexican Radio The Alarm - The Stand Fleshtones - Right Side of a Good Thing R.E.M. - Radio Free Europe Howard Devoto - The Rainy Season Let's Active - Every Word Means No Lords of the New Church - Dance With Me (Long Version) The Cramps - Garbage Man Go-Go's -- Head Over Heels That 1984 video (on Beta) helped shape my musical world.

[@mariamal-arda6884]

+getbent88 YES!! I remember they had a program on Sundays MTV - I.R.S's the Cutting Edge and Peter Zaremba from the Fleshtones was the host and all of these artists were featured.

[@tedcantu1]

GREAT ALBUM !!!!

[@ExpTube1969]

Hey, all great songs. Good Call!

[@rickendly308]

Great stuff

[@norton750commando]

I can't believe I'm commenting on a comment from almost a decade ago. Back in the 80's, sometimes I would buy albums because of the label they were on, even if I'd never heard any of their stuff or even knew who they were. I.R.S was one of those labels. Scored a lot of great music because of that. $2.99 in the delete bin, on I.R.S.? Sure why not. I have a copy of Lets Active - Big Plans For Everybody because of that, basically a Mitch Easter solo album that is really good.

[@lorddrac_dontaskmetodance]

I was listening to Smash Mouth and heard their cover this song. I thought to myself: "wait, this composition is way too good to be Smash Mouth." So here I am.

[@Sweet_Reverb]

It's hilarious that almost every good Smash Mouth song is just a cover. When I was younger I used to think "Weird how half of their songs are great and half of them are godawful"

[@joenuts7612]

@@Sweet_Reverb they have good originals in my opinion mostly from Fush yu mang old habits and the east bay sessions

[@dylansluder8805]

Yep. Me too

[@pjhudson5344]

The Master Mixer Wizard, song engineer, musician Mitch Easter fun dude with a cool drive in!

[@wintergirll]

I prefer their version. The drumming is so bad in this.

[@dones5799]

Thank you😊😊 I love this newwave band.

[@edwardhannah]

I’ve always loved Mitch Easter’s voice. It’s like he and Robyn Hitchcock grey up listening to The Beatles and Big Star.

[@TedPeeples]

Do you want REM? Because that's how you get REM.

[@ITI-xi5zx]

robyn hitchcock! Wasnt expecting that

[@krissik7899]

Edward Hannah I think he sounds like Davy Jones from the Monkees.

[@ExiledStardust]

@@TedPeeples The answer to that question is always yes.

[@MsCygnusX1]

Oh the glory days of college radio!!! Reminiscing again

[@larrymcgillicutty]

Can't believe Sara Romweber is gone. I will always remember her awesome work with this band, and Snatches of Pink, including in this video with a lap full of puppies.

[@derfunkhaus]

“Lazy Susan” by Snatches of Pink is a great song.

[@scottt5484]

Snatches did a great cover of Eltons Saturday Night’s Alright!

[@termsofusepolice]

This video predicted the success of cute puppy videos on KZbin - 30 years before KZbin!

[@DCLsMusic]

What a surprise! I'd have sworn they were British.. it's good to listen real music coming out of the u.s! :)

[@kurtstephan7039]

RIP, Sara. Such a great drummer--Let's Active was never quite as good after she left. "Waters Part" is a master class in propulsive-but-not-intrusive drumming.

[@vittoriocacchione6125]

I remember seeing them at Seton Hall in 86'...such a cool band, they actually hung out and partied with a bunch of us, it was memorable!

[@BiffScooter1]

No puppies were harmed by Mitch Easter in this video.

[@davidhall3114]

Damn, such a great band and such a great song

[@grantdenn]

This song runs through my head way too often.

[@KydenBufect]

Thanks for posting this cool video; brings back memories of the best music decade: the 80's This song just popped into my head today and thank God for KZbin again!

[@richtunes]

I saw them at The Peppermint Lounge in NYC back in 1983. The Waitresses performed, as well. Great time!

[@notchroberts9121]

Lets Active,..Great songwriting & vocals,..r.i.p. Faye Hunter.. this band is my go to for 80s pop besides the Producers [another great band that did not get enough attention of top 10 in the 80s]

[@TheLegendaryTim]

+Notch Roberts Lets not forget Sarah Romweber on drums.

[@notchroberts9121]

+Tim Wenburg yea that's right!! Love her hair in that video.. She is such a cutie too..

[@namelessentity5851]

She looks a lot like my Bud's older (like 2 years) Sister whom I had a thing for.

[@hellonyhello]

thanks havent seen this in 25 yrs love the sound and visuals.

[@rtrepsas]

Went to a great show in 1985 Salt Lake City. Let’s Active and what’s the other group I forget great show. Oh yeah, my instinct was correct. The other group was the Bongos, had a hit with “Barbarella”.

[@alexcaloca6566]

Going way back ❤it

[@williamyanes]

I agree with you. He made huge impression on me when I was young. I am still awestruck by his music and his talent.

[@Beano17]

Great guitarists, great lyrics, great group.

[@nafis25ahmed]

FRIENDS brought me here. Hidden gem for people born after the release of this!!

[@bigmanluisote]

the one in friends is the Smash Mouth version.

[@ahmedboudar7281]

me too

[@teodelfuego]

TruthFoot I sure as hell admit it

[@KOSMICKEN09]

Friends? lol...I knew this song when it came out...i'm getting OLD

[@aura.18a]

SAME

[@albertdale5101]

So fun live...Mitch is so gracious as well!

[@martinwood744]

They look so young. I don't think I was ever that young. Plus, their manager (and friend) is so sweet!

[@GVike]

LOVE how the snare sounds.

[@senormedia]

nice and deep

[@xxxxxx-xv1pn]

always loved this album.. had no idea there was an REM association until 35 years later. lmao

[@darrylmaxwell-os7pu]

OCT 3 1984 ...nine days away from my 21st birthday . LET'S ACTIVE opens for REM !!! the bouncer won't let me in... even after a 100 dollar bribe 😢 what might have been.....

[@bigbadbillb]

I grew up in the 80's and remember seeing this video. I knew practically nothing about this band at the time, but something stuck in my mind, and hence made me remember this song. That cool Rickenbacker guitar was one thing....the hairdos...the fact that Mr. Easter's band was predominately female...but there was one more element here....Ah, yes! Those puppies! Those cute, lil' fuzzy PUPPIES! Oh,, yeah, and the tune was also quite catchy and upbeat. This band fell under my radar during their heyday.

[@Stellaluna88]

Aw, bless! I love puppies, especially ones relaxing on a tom or snare drum.

[@Mensa989]

Sara Romweber (* - 5 March 2019) - the original drummer of North Carolina jangle-pop heroes Let's Active. She was 55

[@gailpink4982]

This song is perfect.

[@MrWii000]

Holy smoke! A male-fronted all-female rock band!

[@AlexanderLaurence]

Sara Romweber, powerhouse drummer for Let’s Active, has died at the age of 55

[@bunnyfish714]

Just heard that too,so sad,far too young

[@frodis64]

😞

[@eryqnet]

First George Duke, Now Faye. I feel like I live on a different planet. I think I remember the first time I saw this lineup, it was at a pizza joint on Tate Street in Greensboro. When I moved back from NYC, this band and the Pressure Boys made realize how much more sophisticated the scene in NC was. I was in awe of Faye. I still am.

[@g0g8t0rs5]

I saw this band at Einstein-a-gogo over 20+ years ago...this song rocked then...it still rocks now =)

[@davidmaholchic6146]

Best pop/rock of the 80's

[@AvvieLanche]

With this song, Let's Active and the early REM albums, Mitch Easter gained recognition for helping to create a style called "Jangle Pop". Look that up in Wiki.

[@pjhudson5344]

the human brain's compulsion to categorize everyching! REM and Lets Active is not Janko Rock mang! lol!

[@BonnieRawson]

It’s the Rickenbacker Guitar - Jingle Jangle song.. Beatles, Byrd’s & many others !!

[@BonnieRawson]

Jingle Jangle Sound, excuse me !

[@rgerwin.3378]

In love with the drummer.

[@conductorinblack]

That's Dexter Romweber's sister Sara on drums.Great musical family!

[@mrlucky777]

this vid always made me smile. Faye is dearly missed.

[@matthewstetson1840]

Mitch got into the ladies' makeup. Excellent tune. RIP Faye Hunter.

[@butchcomegys3900]

Excellent!!!

[@ITI-xi5zx]

man, Sara Romwever was an incredible drummer

[@pommelhorsepommelhorse8731]

she was also the inspiration for Left of the Dial by The Replacements

[@NickCC23]

Sad that only one of the three band members (singer Mitch Easter, who worked with this obscure band called REM) survives.

[@scottt5484]

Huh?

[@margelip]

THE PUPPY VIDEO! So good to see it again!!!

[@josephdanieldavis5406]

Saw them in Santa Monica with REM before I could drive. Still have both bands EPs 35 years later. Cool flashback.

[@ERICF66]

Great song, great band, great video! Immediately after seeing this video on MTV back in the day, I went out and bought the 'Afoot' EP and proceeded to wear the grooves out of it! =)

[@TheMrmojo23]

U got to love this

[@MissNovemberTuesday]

The opening band @ my first concert ever: Oingo Boingo @ the CSUF gym, November 1983.

[@chhewee]

They've been on my mind 👍2023 we made it!

[@markkreuzwieser9195]

I saw LA in chapel hell around 1982. They did a couple songs dressed as ZZ Top

[@arjunk6]

F.R.I.E.N.D.S bought me here!

[@maximersk]

The puppy says himself "What da fuck am i doin' here ?"

[@guitarguy5]

Didn't realize how popular this band was. They are from my town Winston.. so is Ben Folds

[@badtux]

That's Sara Romweber. She drums with the Dex Romweber Duo nowadays and is the real deal as a drummer. She's very young here...

[@NewlandJ987]

Puppies and pop, I love it.

[@jessmanuel540]

RIP Sara Romweber. You are so beautiful...

[@gregtthomas]

A British band from North Carolina.

[@michaellorenzen7410]

had a cassette of this same songs on both sides

[@hogula]

What a classic!

[@MrDLOC11]

That was the best part now that i can remember with perspective... Great music was thriving in the college radio underground scene nationally while being ignored by the mainstram, which didnt matter anyways... BACK THEN!

[@MissNovemberTuesday]

I saw them open for my first concert ever. Oingo Boingo @ the CSUF gym in November 1983. I was 14.

[@allannillo3567]

Astig❤

[@VictorChavez-xm8nm]

Fun tune..nice poppy grove

[@NFL294]

Classic '80's pop band

[@nastypartyband1012]

Sweet 🔥

[@blablabetbla]

J'adore ♥

[@colemantrantham9264]

I loved this band and I miss Faye.

[@markhower8986]

R. I. P. Faye Hunter ♥

[@michaelmorgan1946]

This video is featured in "Beast of IRS Video". Great compilation of IRS artists circa 1983.

[@bunnyfish714]

R.I.P. Sara Romweber

[@aylward48]

remember watching this on mtv in the early am after work when they still played music

[@Salguine]

@puffgyo That, puffgyo, is a Rickenbacker Model 330 in the now-unfortunately-discontinued Azureglo finish. All hail Rickenbacker.

[@jerrymurphy3367]

I had to sit through a f*cking Neyo commercial before the video played. It only reaffirms what most of us already know.....music is sucking these days. God bless Let's Active,Game Theory,The Three O'Clock..and all those other bands that played and wrote actual,melodic music. I'll keep listening to those records thank you very much.

[@junkerjuks]

this one´s amazing. HAD to buy the vinyl after having listened to it for a while. Probably my fave new wave track

[@therealsoulproduct]

I believe Wendy from Prince and the Revolution had the same model Rickenbacker too. Great tune from the 80's, for the record.

[@AntonioDeSaavedra]

Great song. I love it!

[@CaptainZanny]

I remember this band getting air play while growing up in Virginia Beach (and touring through the venues in this area). They sound like a collision of R.E.M., The Cure (Early) and Hoodoo Gurus. This coming from a small, but hip, music scene from Winston Salem. I miss these days.

[@treyebillups8602]

Well the frontman Mitch Easter was an associate of R.E.M., he produced Murmur even

[@mollyjenemcgrath1762]

This reminds me so much of Bleeding Heart by The Johnnys.

[@Patdakiller]

back when bands only needed 3 people

[@drunvert]

See "The Warning" Three sisters from Mexico

[@ModMokkaMatti]

Weller, Foxton & Buckler.

[@rich-wg5lb]

Saw them in 85 at Nassau Community College on Long Island.

[@JustAFocus]

Cool, I've had the Afoot EP and the Cypress LP (both on vinyl) since they were first released, but don't remember ever seeing this video until now. Mitch looks really young.

[@jesusquinteromena1789]

God bless you, Faye.

[@hannathelion6844]

the knife seven inch single pass this on is available on Rabid Records