MFSB - My Mood (Official Audio)

[@chuckers40]

This is the Friday Night theme of News 4. My home station WRC-TV NBC4 Washington, DC. The song is also represents its late anchor Jim Vance. He was the anchor of News 4 for 48 years and passed away in 2017 at age 75.

[@ZackMorris1]

I was watching George Michael and Jim Vance videos tonight, having grown up in the DC area we were sooo lucky to have these two pinnacles of the profession be our local newscasters. They were best friends and their chemistry will never be replaced. Imagine, there was a time where we looked forward to and enjoyed the news because of how talented our broadcasters were. RIP George and Jim...I'm sure you guys are laughing it up in the afterlife together. Thanks for all the memories!

[@chuckers40]

@@ZackMorris1 Back in the day, It was a heavy weight fight between Channel 9 (WUSA: CBS 9) and Channel 4 (WRC NBC 4) for local news supremacy. Three big names passed legendary Sports caster Glenn Brenner in 1992. George Michael passed in 2009 and Jim Vance passed in 2017. To this very day, Channel 9 and Channel 4 have never really been the same.

[@ZackMorris1]

@@chuckers40 I remember George Michael crying talking about Glenn Brenner when he passed on the broadcast. That level of class will never be met again in local broadcasting. Glenn was great too. Such amazing talents all across the board. What qualifies as "news" today is an absolute joke.

[@rockvilleraven]

@@ZackMorris1 Glenn worked as a sports reported at WFIL where George Micheal was. George made Glenn change his on air name to Matt Brenner, so listeners wouldn’t confuse him with Glen Bonner a reporter there. Glenn later named one of their sons Matt.

[@BAKER22-l4u]

I also grew up in D.C. and remember this as well. Although when I hear it I'm reminded of the whole gang - Jim Vance, Bob Ryan with weather, George Michael with sports and Dorreen Gentzer

[@warriorcamaro]

My Dad plays the sax in this song!

[@edgar5598]

A very beautiful song.

[@ataurus62]

Good chops.

[@TheDjRandyB]

He’s an excellent sax player MFSB was Timeless…

[@l.b.4171]

What's his name, Carmen Brancato? I always thought it is John Bonnie who plays the sax in this!

[@raymondclarke9321]

Freakin Awesome

[@toyman81]

The 1970's R&B Music was so Great.

[@cubdukat]

Especially Philly soul.

[@toyman81]

@@cubdukat Amen!

[@Ladyroniwiththegoldchains]

The 70's were the best time ever for instrumental jazz music. Makes me think of icons Donald Byrd, Herbie Hancock and ofcourse MFSB!

[@peterdubbeldam8853]

Right

[@BAKER22-l4u]

NBC 4 in D.C. used this as their closing music for years on the 11 o'clock news. Hearing this brings me back to a simpler time in my life

[@rockvilleraven]

This closing theme of the 6olock news on NBC 4 in Washington, D.C. Is still being used today a couple years after Jim Vance’s passing

[@tommyodonnell9]

@@rockvilleraven Hopefully they never stop using it.

[@rockvilleraven]

@@tommyodonnell9 Its a sign that his legacy lives on.

[@lstill2087]

Me too... how I long for those simpler days. Kudos to you Vance for selecting a Classic to capture " a feel good era😉"

[@lenbias7742]

Such a mellow song

[@shootainspector1649]

Who else can feel Jim Vance's presence ✊🏾 RIP King you will be missed

[@holleyeugene]

I can! I grew up listening this selection on Philly’s WDAS-FM, AND I lived. in D.C. for a decade.

[@dankeating8266]

Yes!!

[@JonathanByus]

Brings back memories of the Original Quiet Storm on WHUR Radio with Melvin Lindsey. C-L-A-S-S-I-C!!

[@dcbandnerd]

Nothing accompanies D.C.'s skyline like this song and Jim Vance wishing you a good night. 💜

[@chuckers40]

@@dcbandnerd Credits rolling on Friday Night Copyright 2023 NBC Universal Media LLC All Rights Reserved

[@tobiaswashington6660]

I think we all miss Jim Vance.

[@kaveman1021]

He was truly THE coolest man in DC

[@alanwhite6293]

Jim sounds ace, I wish i could've heard him-is he on youtube?

[@MyBusinessNotyours81]

@@kaveman1021

[@ronaldgriffith8949]

I'm grew up in Philly, but relocated to DC, with Leevy-Redcross & Tucker, in Sept. 1981! Wash., DC. was a Partying Town! Donnie Simpson (Station Mgr.), had the widest "Morning Drive" listening audiince, in all of Wash., DC. Great Music & then there was Howard Univ's: "Tony Brown Affair", for the evening!🙏😇🤩

[@TravelingTal]

The sound of Philadelphia

[@stargazer2504]

I close my eyes and think of listening to this with Jim Vance. Just chillin.... with Vance, no specific place... just DC.

[@Bozmusic1]

Yes indeed. Jim Vance, and WRC-TV, Channel 4. 11 pm closing theme. "Everybody have a nice weekend ""

[@dcbandnerd]

This one hits different when you're driving home at night.

[@captainkeyboard1007]

It could put you in a night "high" and leave you with a breath of fresh air that you missed. I hope this song will be extended.

[@tinamichele22]

I used to cry sometimes, lol

[@bahlegoba-matsho2683]

Amen!!!

[@derrickjackson6737]

This is badass real deep into this

[@nottyboy9713]

Yes. A real stress reliever

[@ericsamuelson5656]

How many of you as a kid in DC, Maryland, and Virginia had a tape recorder to put the mic at the TV sound recording this during the long closing credits on WRC Ch 4?

[@toyman81]

You know it, Had this on Vinyl and wore it out.

[@carry_on007]

I sure did

[@GwenWoolfolk]

Me. I did

[@GwenWoolfolk]

My Mood by MFSB

[@josearenas1260]

The 80s, the Washington Redskins, Jim Vance, NBC 4 Washington and long summers. All good memories when this song comes on Fridays. I love my city.

[@avisfullen1358]

Every Friday I look forward to hear this song on NBC News 4 at 6:00 pm.. I call it the Jim Vance smooth jazz.

[@Ms.Opinionated]

Facts!

[@kidaneHabesha]

It's hard to describe the comfort of watching WRC News 4 back then. It's a world of difference from what's available today and when news makes you feel like you're apart of the community, mission is accomplished. Those days are long gone and truly missed. RIP Jim Vance! MFSB FOREVER!!!

[@ThomasBerriman]

one of the truly nice guys

[@toyman81]

No Truer words were ever typed, we had a special bond here in the Washington DC area.

[@uberurbana4894]

I loved Jim Vance!! He was the news. I remember reading about his choosing this song as the Friday night weekend sign off. Everytime I think of him I think of this band, MFSB. I love their music.

[@kidaneHabesha]

@@toyman81 I concur…

[@kidaneHabesha]

@@uberurbana4894 Again, MFSB Forever!

[@michaeltango116]

RIP Jim Vance...Wash DC.....memories

[@dekayjones]

Channel 4 DC’s theme. Best theme ever!

[@gemjune8713]

Happy 81st Birthday Jim Vance. You'll forever be in our 💕

[@markweber7658]

one of my favorite instrumentals of all time. so relaxing.

[@dankeating8266]

Agree 💯!!!

[@markweber7658]

Maybe you already know, but if not, please try Picnic In The Park, Summertime, Bittersweet,Tender Lovin Care- just to name a few, all done or remade by M.F.S.B.. Then totally treat Youreself to The Sweetest Pain by Dexter Wansel. I believe the female vocalist is Terri Wells. Dexter is part of the M.F.S.B. tree.@@dankeating8266

[@tombarzey7964]

I couldn't agree with you more 💯

[@marcusschneider4411]

Mother , Father , Sister , brother !!!!!

[@stephcarlofc]

They said MFSB really stood for Mother****** Sons of B******!!

[@gunnerbitcoin6424]

Thank you Jim Vance.

[@firstladyallen684]

Now in 2023 my home DMV!! This grown folks music puts me in a mood of family, friends and laughter ❤good vibes❤

[@seanmanning8800]

I was just telling my wife of how much this song makes me happy, and those thoughts always bring great memories of the two of us, growing up in the DMV

[@kred_65]

Jim VANCE ❤️

[@franklinhenderson3806]

The legendary news anchor person for wrc4 in Washington DC, Jim Vance pick this song for the Friday evening send off this song will forever be identified with Jim Vance

[@innocentsikhakhane110]

Just find the name of the song today, on Jim Vance anniversary

[@NECHOLA]

I could not remember the name of this song and it was driving me crazy. I googled “Jim Vance theme song” and there it was.

[@kathysprings7696]

I actually called the station to find out what was this song when I lived in the DC area when watching the end of Doreen Gentzler and Jim Vance

[@eletonjohns8361]

Zack, Vince, Don, Eli, Norman, Baker, Earl, Larry, Roland, TJ, Carl, Huff, Gamble, Bell, Martin, Tarsia, Sugar Bear, Kersey, only a few of the crew that created the Sound of Philadelphia and Sigma Sound Studio, and Nim Frankford Wayne. Moulton.

[@jayneporter1640]

I actually turn to NBC4 as they sign off from Fridays' 6pm news broadcast just to hear this music.

[@marysayles4589]

What can I say! The best memories ever of the one and only Jim Vance! Never to be replaced!

[@kennetheyler9698]

Got a GOOD 45 seconds of My Mood tonight. Miss ya Vance

[@cedricfenwick9141]

Jim and Greoge Rip Brother

[@sharonsharpless5969]

Jim Vance signing off the TV. Miss him so much!!!!My man❤❤❤

[@taylorslife7969]

Tony Brown, dj of the Quiet Storm on 105.3 WDAS FM in Philadelphia, used this beautiful song after playing a ballad then transitioning into commericals; my mother was trying to figure out the name of this song, but now I found it finally and just played it to her. I miss Philly and we miss Tony Brown.

[@bahlegoba-matsho2683]

Great memories when I was a student in the US. Back in South Africa now and my hubby and I love it too much

[@bahlegoba-matsho2683]

Oh wow. I used listen to and loved "the quiet storm" as a student in he USA

[@harrisonsainsbury6908]

Lonely my first year (1973), on Cheyney U., campus. Hearing this marvelous tune at night with Tony Brown's voice helped a great deal to get through those early days, and weeks.

[@Kvik-oz2wz]

I lived in South NJ...This was the interlude to WDAS / Philly ..... ❤❤

[@Kvik-oz2wz]

Do you know what happened to Mimi & Butternall....???

[@hollywoodtownes2827]

I can hear the late great “Frankie Crocker” saying the station call letters in the background: W B L S!! 107.5 NEW YORK!! R.I.P. TO THE GREATEST RADIO PERSONALITY IN NYC!!!

[@tombarzey7964]

This classic tune was also used at BLS for voice-over when BK Kirkland and the late Vaughn Harper were on the air. Great memories indeed back then!

[@captainkeyboard1007]

Also, I remember Hal Jackson who would play this authentic music on Sunday, even though I did not listen to music on the radio as much as I should have.

[@davidhawkins9808]

I remember listening to this with the great frankie crocker. The man does not get the recognition he deserves as one of the best dj ever. And let's not forget his ending song, moodys mood for love. There I go there there I go

[@hardcorehouse]

The voice of god, Vaughn Harper WBLS

[@Marcelplongeur45]

I love MFSB hello from Belgium

[@WillsJazzLoft]

My Mood exemplifies the deep jazz chops, the musicianship of MFSB. If one explores the groups biographies, it will be readily apparent that this was a jazz orchestra with an R&B flair.

[@Ladyroniwiththegoldchains]

🤩🤩🤩 I agree with you. This song is so beautiful. MSFB composed the best jazz instrumental music of the 70's.

[@Annvanleuven-c2b]

Wish they would allow more time to listen - best song.

[@georgemcleod9967]

The computer has brought tremendous progress to human growth & development but one area where it has led to serious regression is music. There's absolutely nothing to compare to analog sound-a group of people working together to create the perfect sound.

[@joeyjojojuniorshabadoo8549]

Great comment

[@captainkeyboard1007]

Not only I do office production keyboarding on my computer, hence my name as Captain Keyboard. I have been able to work with it and learn software applications in the privacy of my home in ways that I would not likely learn in a typical job. Also, I have been able to hear music and more music on KZbin that I could not find anywhere else when I used my 1978 high fidelity component system, which may be obsolete today. I wish that MFSB did not disband itself. Their music is absolutely superb.

[@RyanSchweitzer77]

I agree, although the computer has also brought us some great music production, namely a lot of dance music that I like, but you are right in that it has also brought about such musical abortions as "autotune" (ugh), regression there indeed. Nothing really beats music produced in the analog domain, with real musicians playing real instruments, with no digital over-processing via hardware or software plug-ins, but recorded to analog tape with (now-vintage and highly sought after) analog studio electronics, you really can't beat it. And MFSB really fits that description quite well.

[@myklmusic]

I use digital equipment in my studio out of convenience. There's noOne there at early morning hours when I awaken, and rush to record - sometimes an entire piece. But there's nothing like playing in a Band. I'm still an analog Musician though. Even with digital technology I try to capture the feeling of analog sounds. Digital can't compare. SomeOne once asked me why I don't sample. I said that I've sampled my own music, because it's fun. Bottom line is, I don't sample because I can actually play.

[@stephfonshavers9259]

Like symphonic soul Philadelphia Sound of the 70's.

[@haroldgreen1336]

My childhood home. Philadelphia. Can't wait to see my Auntie next month.💖💖💖 Love you Always!

[@maggynewtown3500]

Bobby Martin arrangement.With the incredible Sigma studio musicians.

[@genog5791]

RIP Jim Vance!

[@pinmode]

This song is known round the world. I loved it the first time I heard it growing up in Panama. It might not have had the same commercial success as their Sound of PHiladelphia but it's still a classic, their signature work. MFSB put out so many terrific hits back in the '70's but this one endures as my favorite.

[@freddiebebop]

It's funny to me how you can love and respect someone you never met. Jim Vance like many of us had his demons. I'll never forget when he came on air and confronted them head on and successfully dealt with them. That made me love and respect him that much more and by the way Jim Vance is why I'm here.

[@DavidLee-md2ul]

In the early '80s I met Jim Vance outside of my Cub scout meeting at the Meadowood Presbyterian Church in Silver Spring Maryland. He was there with Salvador formica who was the producer of Jim Vance's evening newscast. Mr formica was my friend's father and I can't remember what Jim was doing there that evening but Jim was a smoker and my parents were smokers and they were all outside smoking together. We watched Jim Vance every night on the evening news and I just thought a lot of him grew up with watching him. What integrity he had and my loved it when he would share his opinion about one thing or another not the opinion of the news station. Years later I would meet him again as an adult. He was a frequent patron of blues Alley. Many things inspired me to get my first Harley but Jim Vance loved riding his Harley motorcycle and what a love for that I had as well. It's true that Jim Vance picked this song is the closing theme for the new show and every time I hear the song I think of Jim Vance.

[@brianhines1416]

Love this song

[@dontaviouschandler3961]

For so many years I always pictured this being An O'Jays or Harold Melvin and the Blue notes song and I was thinking that this was intended for one of these artists but the producers and label felt that it didn't need any lyrics to it and therefore kept it an instrumental. Definitely was a wise decision if that was the case. Love the Philly soul sound and Gamble and Huff productions

[@kennysterling6363]

They used to play this song when the channel 4 news went off, only on Friday's tho. I used to look forward to it and get upset that they never played the whole song. #memories

[@iengineer_247]

I have this vinyl and cd. This song is sooo peaceful and these guys was on point with their production!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jazziccoolcat]

Yes, indeed! Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff were definitely on point with their production.

[@captainkeyboard1007]

And this Philadelphia Internation creation worked like a masterpiece. Although I heard this song on the radio, I have always wanted to know its name. From the 1970s to 2021, it took using my microcomputer to enable me to hear it on KZbin to know the name and the artists of this great song.

[@tinamichele22]

I absolutely LOVE it 😍

[@jimdayton8837]

I just got this album on 8 Track :D

[@derrickjackson6737]

Hell yeah

[@innocentsikhakhane110]

Been trying to get the name of the song, just got it on Jim Vancef anniversary from NBC, RIP brother

[@rubytaylor6165]

I ran into Mr. Vance a little time before he took ill, my husband and I. What an encounter to reflect on, it was the best greetings ever with a local celebrity. So down to earth and real. RIH JimV...😊

[@brendakellogg3233]

Such a pioneer❤He was always on point and sharp as could be. RIP Jim Vance🌺🌺

[@anthonylbrown-vm2pq]

I CAN HEAR THE OJAYS SINGING ON THIS ONE. THIS IS MY MOOD IN 2O24 🎶🎵🎧🌄💜

[@ClarenceAnderson-fg3mk]

Great observation ! This would be The O'jays to a T ! 🎉 ❤

[@johnfulcher2447]

DC channel 4, Jim Vance, blues alley, Mfsb. What a great combo !

[@frederickjackson7724]

Philly classic tony brown wdas always played best music Philly style Yorktown forever ❤

[@tyronediggs7543]

They say that everything change, but this is something that will live on for generations to come, but only for those who appreciate good / smooth music!

[@tedereTSSK]

Play on.

[@Sebastian_George]

My father who was a musician was used to play MFSB songs including this one on the radio as he drove long car trips with the family around in south-eastern of Sweden. It really brings me back to my childhood and nostalgia. 🎼🎶🛣🇸🇪⌛❤😁

[@hardcorehouse]

Late 70s NYC sophisticated soul w the voice of god Vaughn Harper, WBLS FM speaking over this late nites. Memories frozen in time.

[@tombarzey7964]

Also a voice over for Frankie Crocker, BK Kirkland, and Hal Jackson who would play it on BLS as well. Great memories indeed!

[@brianhines1416]

My father used to Play this song all the time

[@craigford4518]

Please do not forget the Soul Train Theme ! Timeless Music !

[@WadeIrby]

I can't wait till friday to here this on dc news 4 going off at 7pm ...love it RIP Vannce

[@dongilbert760]

Mother, Father, Sister and Brother....the Sound of Philadelphia.....TSOP.....GAMBLE AND HUFF, WDAS FM at night......the good ole days......Philly!

[@johnrobinson4281]

I'll always love this tune real smooth and relaxing real talk 😊

[@eileenrobinlobel-oi2qo]

I grew up watching Jim Vance yes I do feel his presence

[@derrickcross8630]

Legendary 😮‍💨🔥

[@nix4pool]

Remember buying this album over 40 years ago on the strength of hearing K-jee in Saturday Night Fever, this is the best track on it for me, beautiful.

[@toddatkins6472]

And let's not forget "TLC" featuring the Three Degrees, another Universal Love standout track used for a WRC-TV closing theme song, namely "It's Academic". Always makes me wonder whether Jim Vance selected that classic track or the late and equally iconic DC TV figure, Mr. Mac MacGarry (RIP to both)

[@brianhines1416]

This song was suggested by jim vance on channel four

[@evh672]

Wonderful combination of musicians. I listen to this every day it never ages. Still gives me chills. Love it c

[@kimmyscozykitchencomforts2576]

Still my jammm in 2021

[@captainkeyboard1007]

This is my relaxing song. It keeps my spirits sober without any intoxicants. I do not drink any alcohol, for it is dangerous to my health. "My Mood" lifts my spirits into a natural high.

[@carlloud1187]

Same for me 10/24/21

[@lobecosc]

2022

[@ebntje]

Still in 2024

[@kimosueartiago1712]

This whole album is full of great tunes... Still grooves in 2023 Aloha Kimo

[@bigSEify]

I grew up on this song with Jim Vance & George Michaels channel 4 news DC!

[@cubdukat]

The official station sign-off theme for the world...

[@kathysprings8075]

My Mood by MFSB

[@captainkeyboard1007]

Despite the fact that this song is short, it breathes in a breath of fresh air. You would want nothing bad to invade your way.

[@sharonsharpless5969]

Love this song for my retirement entrance....I was in my MOOD❤❤❤❤

[@dongilbert760]

Tranquility!

[@vincentspriggs3929]

Old school right here….channel 4 baby

[@TheKikogomez]

suddenly 10 years again, listening to these beautiful melodies music on my brother's record player😥nostalgia

[@carlosvillatoro7170]

NBC4 at 6 in Washington DC anyways play this song on Fridays to remember and honor Jim Vance.

[@michaeltalley5826]

I'm from the Washington, DC area and this song would play at the end of the evening news. They stopped using it for a while but brought it back in recent years. It also makes me think of my late father, as it was a favorite of my parents.

[@danielegruppioni1029]

Orchestra meravigliosa!!!!!!!!. Azzeccatissima la Groove con lo xilofono, che nostalgia!.

[@danielegruppioni1029]

Grazie infinite!!!.

[@AgustinTorresAlicea]

mfsb great band

[@leonhollins4078]

It walks tall in full sun with pride, fresh breeze, and resolved to make it all a better day in spite of it - in such a wonderfully arrogant way!

[@MissWizard]

Sublime. 💙

[@eileenrobinlobel-oi2qo]

I love this song

[@brunelcaldari6533]

OTTIMO PEZZO ECCELLENTE DI GRANDE FINEZZA PROFESSIONALE

[@paulpardo4282]

I love mfsb thats why i use it in my vlogs music is cool

[@kevincummings4120]

Vincent Montana on the vibes

[@stevenveganightowl12]

Hey Kevin, are talking about Vincent Montana, the "maestro" of the Salsoul Orchestra?

[@kevincummings4120]

Yes the same maestro. RIP

[@albertjonas6050]

Absolutely 💯 brilliant. Close my eyes and I'm in heaven 🎉

[@derrickjackson6737]

I was Born in 1970 this song at the end of work day about to have something to 🍸 🧉 and listen to this timeless classic

[@tedereTSSK]

Still love this beat. This and 'Old San Juan'. Among the best from the Philly stable.

[@elizetemaria8032]

Linda musica. Amo demais

[@peterdubbeldam8853]

RIP Jim Vance

[@JohnDoe12515]

93.7 WBLK Buffalo, NY Always tuning in from Toronto Canada

[@MisterB2eternity]

This theme was not only used in D.C. but it was used as part of the Quiet Storm with the late Tony Brown on WDAS FM in Philly before commercial breaks.

[@bahlegoba-matsho2683]

My husband plays this track to wake me up and it does the magic🤩❤

[@davida4494]

Remember this song... very smooth and hearing it once again brings me back living in the DC area. Truly miss channel 4 at that time!

[@kimtrain626]

Reminds me of the Quiet Storm on WHUR

[@kenrowls4651]

They used to play this on WLBS in Detroit, MI, where I first got hip to this song! Never knew the title of it, until I hummed into GOOGLE, AND I FOUND IT! NOW I CAN ADD THIS TO MY "WIND-DOWN" COLLECTION!

[@MelodyMaker151]

Happy memories of listening to WHUR during my days in DC. That was the happiest time of my adult life. I miss that era.

[@tommyodonnell9]

Jim Vance...

[@kendricksmith1460]

And our own with Jim Vance and Detroit 4 Carmen Harlan of 38 on Channel 4 in Detroit WDIV.

[@aca2983]

Miss Jim Vance😢 and Wendy Reiger too.