"More Than a Feeling" by Boston - Analysis of Brad Delp's PHENOMENAL Vocals

To say I'm a fan of this song is an understatement. So many elements make this song great, and for me, Brad Delp's vocals are at the top of the list. Today we're breaking down Boston's classic, "More Than a Feeling."
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[@jmsdeco]

Don't forget, Brad Delp is doing all the background harmonies. No auto tune, 100% talent.

[@toddkaiser7594]

😊

[@jackarmstrong1838]

Which makes it really hard for Boston in concert, since the rest of the guys are not Brad Delp.

[@ToddSauve]

I don't believe there was any pitch correction software back then either. I was around, it was the year I graduated high school. You just had to have gobs of talent to sing like this, and while few could even get on the same page as Brad Delp, the talent was IMHO superior in the 1960s through to the 1980s to what is generally offered today.

[@USGrant-rr2by]

@@ToddSauve Yea...and it's not even close. Even the hair bands had good singers. I mean..Sebastian Bach, the White snake guy...ect. Oh...Tom Keifer..

[@wg7644]

You can bet they laid a lot of tracks and retracks.

[@haplopeart]

Those magic soaring notes where you don't know where Brad's Voice stops and Tom's Guitar begins...that is the magic being made here.

[@reasonitout9087]

Yes. Magical skill. I have spent years pondering that high soaring vocal. Where does it end. How high can he go.

[@haplopeart]

@@reasonitout9087 there is an isolated vocal version of

[@gregorskiff]

This is the studio album track, acted out by the band. The band members you see here, most did not perform in the studio on this track, it was Tom playing most of the instruments. The magic was done by doubling, layering tracks and other methods, some pioneered in his own studio by Tom Scholz for this album.

[@treecarver269]

That's the thing about live performances, Brad's voice is still going when Tom's guitar slides in, so there is that overlap where both are going at once, and the way Tom "slides" in, and Brad "slides out, there's that overlap, like a wave on the shore that transitions. A little in, a little run together, and a little slide out. Just so dayum smooth transition. Pardon my analogy here, but slicker than snot on a glass door knob!

[@gregorskiff]

@@treecarver269 this is not live.

[@thewizard230]

Being a 70s child I can tell you we were blown away as kids. The greatest era of music talent. Amazing musicians!

[@RonBasti-zi8mx]

Absofuckinlotely

[@geeebuttersnap2433]

As a 90s child, I was always drawn to music of the 60s, 70s and 80s, it moved my soul and I loved it all. Sure there are songs I like from the 90s and early 2000s. But my heart was always with the 60s - 80s. Hell, I loved songs from the 40s and 50s too. I’m just an old soul in a young body. Well, youngish body that isn’t getting any younger.

[@mwales2112]

Brad Delp has one of the greatest voices in rock history.. Great Band.. RIP Brad..

[@randallespinosa4264]

This was the favorite song of my wife and I since we heard it in our early twenties. We were together thirty years before she passed away. This song has so much of a different meaning for me now because of the lyric " When I'm tired and thinking cold, I hide in my music, forget the day, and dream of a girl I used to know, I closed my eyes and she slipped away." The kids and I miss you Krissy.❣️

[@stevencharles9273]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@wvbassassassin]

I really like the idea of listening to the whole song once through and then going back to analyze !

[@laminar0886]

EXACTLY! I agree…

[@chrishayslett5205]

Yes! There is so much to be said about continuity and context. Hearing the song in its entirety allows for a better analysis, IMHO. Also, the lyrics play such an important role in the texture of the music and vocals. To that point, you commented on the simplicity of the intro. The fading in of the acoustic guitar. But listen to the opening verse, “I woke up this morning …” See. It marries perfectly to that delicate intro. I love your analysis and expertise. Please consider a full play of the song before diving in.

[@-suphur]

Agreed.

[@chriscraig6410]

For copyright reasons they're often not allowed to do this

[@-suphur]

@@chriscraig6410 She just did.

[@shorerocks]

I am 57, heard this one a million times... and it gets better everytime. Perfection in arrangement, melodies, playing. And then. The vocals. Pure beauty.

[@markgallagher8129]

Agreed and I'm only 56.

[@Starman-yt8lj]

💯

[@haplopeart]

Tom is a perfectionist leads to that kind of magic

[@johndef5075]

This whole album is magic...

[@user-lc4rx9no1y]

59 this month, I have a real hard time getting tired of Boston.

[@magicdestinations]

When you asked me........what was it like when I was in the car and heard the song for the first time.......brought tears to my eyes. I was 16 and I only wished I knew then how much this song, album and band would be so influential in my life.......as far as music is concerned. I would have consumed it much more carefully. I would have savored those moments so much more. Brad Delp was the epitome of rock and roll of that era. That high range and delivery we see so much during the time. Just an amazing talent, the duo of Delp and Shultz can not be overstated. Ground breaking, inventive and just flat out incredible. The biggest crime in American rock and roll is that this band is NOT in the Rock And Roll Hall of fame.........just shameful.

[@garymanuel5793]

Still brings tears to me, I'm almost 60

[@steveturner3999]

I’m almost 66 and this song means even more to me now than it did when it was released. I lost my wife nearly three years ago and these lyrics completely describe my life now. Certain songs bring me easily to tears now as they make me think of her. It is absolutely more than a feeling when I hear those they used to play.

[@IMRDP]

You have to be kidding! I did not know that‼‼‼‼‼

[@damnyankeefl]

I remember literally getting goosebumps the first time I heard this song when I was 16 I don’t think that’s ever happened to me any other time I’ve ever listened to any song

[@korycostango5327]

I was also 16 and it was awesome!!

[@DiamondTheifGaming]

I think it’s sweet that you apologize for stopping, but remember…you stopping is WHY we are. We’ve all heard these songs before but seeing you light up with enthusiasm while sharing your unique brand of reaction, reverence, and insight is the REAL reason we’re here. Thank you for what you do.

[@martymcpeak4748]

that was so eloquently said, I couldn't agree with you more. huge respect to you Sir.

[@ohger1]

Rick Beato dissects the entire song, and it's stunning in its almost mathematical complexity, and he includes of course these amazing vocals.

[@jeffwolinski2659]

Yeah, it was great watching how blown away by Brad's voice Rick was. No autotune there, just phenomenal talent.

[@NankaNemo]

Mathematical? What a surprise. Tom Schulz the engineer wrote it.

[@briank.bautch-sd3ze]

I watched Rick's breakdown , and I feel like he wanted to spend a lot more time with it , but didn't have the luxury due to the platform restrictions .

[@maximan4363]

I love how you Folk's realise just how good Brad was!! He did have an amazing group of musicians behind him, but that voice is sooooo good!!!

[@aleks1939]

Rick Beato's breakdown of this song is a thing of legends.

[@markmontgomery5418]

Will always remember being a teenager in the 70s and hearing this song and album for the first time. It truly is amazing.

[@ST-xx9rt]

On an AM radio in a 69 Plymouth. That was my time with this one and a bunch more

[@unseenentity326]

@@ST-xx9rt I had a 1980 Plymouth Fire Arrow when I was in my 20's. I miss that car.

[@RZK1966]

This album lived on everyone’s turntables none stop to the point of wearing out.

[@ST-xx9rt]

@@unseenentity326 that's funny when gas jumped to 1.35 I bought a 79 arrow gt. Drove that car into the ground. Was a good car

[@gregsworkshop2]

True, The 70's were magical and amazing time to be a teenager

[@kriskollmar9728]

So much to this band. Who else can say “I don’t need a product endorsement, I’ll just build all my own stuff.”

[@TheChromescorpion]

And my own studio !!

[@RobertWrightOneManCovers]

And I'll also be one of the best organ players EVER!

[@ejd53]

Brian May.

[@RobertWrightOneManCovers]

@@ejd53 Built his own guitar, sure. Not amps, pedals, or a whole company's worth of recording gear.

[@ejd53]

@@RobertWrightOneManCovers True.

[@Cadinho93]

RIP Brad Delp, one of the greatest rock vocalists ever. Incidentally this song has won numerous polls for best rock song of all time and the story of how Tom Scholz basically created the entire album by himself (except for the vocals) in his basement is legendary. Also, this is '70s rock at its finest. This album was released in 1976 and yes, they were from Boston.

[@kevinmuzerMetalMind64]

Brad Delp took his life at 53 years 🎤 😔

[@Rain27215]

@@kevinmuzerMetalMind64 he was 55….just awful

[@kevinmuzerMetalMind64]

@@Rain27215 your right got him confused with Kevin Dubrow from Quiet Riot 53

[@modawg1111]

@@kevinmuzerMetalMind64Dubrow is the older brother of Dr. Dubrow of Botched & Housewves. Not important, just saying. Never saw Boston unfortunately, however saw Quiet Riot during the Summer Jam 80 @ The Seattle Center Coliseum. Along with Blue Oyster, Black Sabbath & Molly Hatchet ! I was 13 ! Crazy kids ! 😂

[@treecarver269]

But, and correct me if I'm wrong, can't think of another singer that meld with Tom's guitar, and transition between like Brad did. Again, correct me if I'm wrong.

[@fronttowardenemy]

This is the blueprint for the PERFECT rock song. I can’t overstate my love for this song, this album, and this band.

[@user-lc4rx9no1y]

I'll be 59 this month, I still crank this to 11 every time I hear it.

[@mightyV444]

One of the things about this song that blow my mind is the fact that it was *not* a No.1 Hit! 🤯

[@saturnnet1627]

There was alot of very hot competition on the charts back then like the Bee Gees, Chicago, Steve Miller, Gordon Lightfoot, Peter Frampton, Commodores, Kiss, etc, that kept Boston from the no.1 spot.

[@laurakali6522]

Worse than than was that the horrible Starland Vocal Band won the best new artist Grammy over these guys.

[@snakezdewiggle6084]

@mightyV444 Are you serious.! How is that even possible.? Never a No.1. Mind blown...

[@BigTimeRushFan2112]

so many songs from my childhood and teenage years ended up being that way, every week literally something new was released that was great and only one song got the chance to be the hit of the week at one time.

[@justjack0715]

@@yonatan62 YOU SAID IT! 😆

[@michelledickerson7052]

I just seriously appreciate the fact that you don’t talk over the music. Thank you!

[@andybricks576]

I know what you mean, how could anyone including a vocal coach talk through their "supposed" first listen of a song all while commenting on what techniques are being used, etc? - They're full of bs & do it for views like The Charismatic Voice for example.

[@michelledickerson7052]

@@andybricks576 yes and there are far too many of them in my opinion. And often they’re just talking sh*t over the music instead of about technique etc. Seriously annoying in either case.

[@jeffwolinski2659]

Damn, I unexpectedly got all choked up watching Brad hit those high notes in the middle. What an amazing talent and by all accounts a great guy. So sorry you felt you had to leave us, Brad, you were absolutely loved. One of the greatest pure singers the world has ever heard.

[@gregbates2844]

The perfect voice, the perfect rock song, and the perfect analysis. I keep watching this over and over.

[@OneThousandHomoDJs]

The isolated-vocal track will change your life. RIP Mr. Delp. .

[@gwydion56]

I have heard it before, and you speak the truth! He was a vocal master of exceptional skill.

[@johndef5075]

He hits notes that dogs cant even hear! My first concert!

[@TheWoodad]

So true, his voice is absolutely phenomenal. Brad was in a league of his own. Such pure tone, effortless control and powerful delivery. One cannot here his voice without getting chills. It's so heartbreaking that we lost such a brilliant artist.

[@evematice6104]

I was in high school when this came out. It wasn't just this song, it was the whole album. It was so different at the time. My friends and i would leave for lunch and go to a beautiful clearing in the woods and party and listen to the whole album. Good times!! Everyone was listening to this. Brad was a phenomenal singer. RIP Brad.

[@RobinC63]

I was too. In fact I played, and sang, this song in my first pro band audition. I certainly can’t sing that high anymore! 😂

[@waltercobra1566]

This song is like a BIG HUG, comfortable and inviting. Just a Great Tune!

[@joedella-mattia2234]

Brad Delp and Ric Emette are probably my two most favourite singers of their time. Thank you Bethany for your wonderful reviews 🥰🥰🥰🇨🇦

[@scottjswenson]

This. Without a doubt. THIS.

[@markmontgomery5418]

I agree delp and Emmett were phenomenal vocalists. I remember seeing an interview with Rik Emmett and he said he was offered the job of lead singer for Boston in the early 90s but he passed. Would've have been interesting to hear Emmett sing those classic Boston songs.

[@samuelpatton2677]

The smile on her face, closing her eyes to feel the music says it all…in 1976 I was 10 and this was my first full length album and still amazing to this day!

[@DaveSat6]

This is one of the few times that I had "the scoop." My cousin who had been in the navy was living in Hawaii and working as a DJ. He came home for a visit and brought a copy of the first Boston album, knew I was a budding guitarist, and "you gotta hear this" and I did and wow, actually blown away. Steven let me keep the album - and I still have it - and the jacket is even printed promotional, not for sale. I had the album for at least a couple of weeks before I ever heard Boston on the radio. I don't think I had quite turned 15 yet.

[@mmf6236]

I wish most people didn't pick the shortened version of such an awesome song.

[@terrycosby2078]

I grew up on this song and I'm 62 years old and it never gets old I'm just keep getting older 😊

[@spacini]

Went with a best friend and saw these guys live at Winterland in S.F. and was amazed at the crowd reaction. They had just released their first album and didn't have any other material to perform. The crowd was so jazzed that they came out for two encores and on the second encore, they played More than a Felling' again! Never experienced anything like it live. It was electric.

[@Rob-tn8to]

I was 10 years old when this came out. My older brother bought the album. Absolutely loved this song and still do to this day. It brings me joy to see someone from the younger generation appreciating it as well.

[@glennsepelak5113]

I would have given every dollar I had to see Brad Delp March 8th. 2007 And give him a great big hug and tell him everything's gonna be just fine buddy. I am 62 years old, and I miss him so much.

[@petedz9772]

You are so right, Ms Vocalyst! Boston's sound was so strongly driven by electric guitar. However they were exceptional in how how they included acoustic guitar. The guitarists out here appreciate both the electric and acoustic elements of this song. What a great piece!

[@karlschmitt6359]

I was 11 when this came out in 1976, and was the first album I bought with my allowance! Phenomenal and groundbreaking! Tom Scholz is the founder of Boston and he graduated from M.I.T. as an engineer and he designed his guitar and the effects box for it that many other bands bands still use today. The guitars, the lead vocals by Brad Delp, harmonies, are amazing! Truly a great album from one of my top 5 favorite groups! You'll be amazed! The whole album is phenomenal and I hope you react to more Boston as well as: Kansas, Toto, Styx, Foreigner, more Triumph please(especially from the US Festival in 1983), Rush, and Yes. Thank you.

[@kevinchestnut9056]

I've heard this song a Jillion times and I STILL get a shiver up my leg when I hear Brad Delp sing.

[@grosbeak6130]

The greatest thing to me about this song and music is the lyrics. Why doesn't anybody talk about the lyrics? They are hauntingly beautiful, and melancholy.

[@LordGwydion]

So hard to tell sometimes where Brad's voice stops and the guitar starts. Amazing. Every time I listen to it I get chills.

[@roykliffen9674]

Fun fact: Brad's voice doesn't stop; on a separate track Brad is harmonising with the guitars in an even higher register. Rick Beato broke down this song in detail using multi-track studio (garage) recordings letting you listen to each track; once he let's you hear it, you can't un-hear it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5-pf6dqqcx1gJIsi=KEpEkp0RS2Q-Bffo&t=480 [edit] the link starts where Rick shows this part - about 8 minutes in - but the entire video is worth watching

[@markrichards8166]

You have no idea how big the group and album were back in the day! I remember sitting in very crowded rooms together and listening with my friends until you could get your own copy. I was able to see them in concert in 1978 and live they don’t miss a beat…

[@mode1charlie170]

My favourite all time song! Takes my breath away every time that fade in starts.

[@charlier711]

Wow, what a vocal talent this guy had. I don't know if you can say underrated, but he's right there with Freddie and Steve Perry in terms of range, tone, and delivery.

[@marcblack9223]

Best part imo..at 2:30 when whe is lowering his voice, and also the guitar/bass guitar confirming it right after. Some of the best seconds in rock history.

[@philwrichtube]

OMG. Received this as a birthday gift in 6th grade!! Listened to it every night for months on my Radio Shack headphones and turntable. Read the back notes of the album over and over. Listen to the Record !!!!!!

[@Fltnrs]

I was 7 and fell in love with this entire album. I listened to it in 8 track! I was fortunate to see the live before Brad Delp died. WHAT A SHOW!!! . It still moves me to this day.

[@DigitalMechanic2]

This was the song (and album) that first made me want to pick up a guitar… it was the seamless interplay between vocals and guitar notes/controlled feedback (where you really had to listen to hear where Brad’s notes end and the guitar notes begin. At a time when BTO was “Back in the USSR”, Boston brought a new music that was more refined to the foreground… imho they held the stage until Eddie VanHalen picked up the baton and Boston is one of the few bands who really advanced our idea of rock music. Thanks for the analysis Bethany - truly one of the pillars of music deserves a deep dive like this!

[@borgcutus5780]

The first time I heard this song was at my buddy Mike's house. I was a freshman in high school in 1976, and after hearing this song, I cut a few lawns, scooped up all the quarters I could come across and finally went and bought the Album. Always takes me back when I hear Boston, and it never gets old. Unique & Iconic 70s rock band, and one of my favorites ever. Brad Delp has the richest and highest rock singer voice. Another gone way too soon, RIP Brad. If you want to listen to more Boston, and want the dreaded rock ballad, check out "Man I'll never be" from the 2nd Boston Album. Another fave.

[@jonlennon3348]

Brad Delp was and is a legendary rock singer. His vocals were beautiful and is the only way to describe his ability's. RIP Brad , we miss you so much !

[@ridgemanron]

Have never heard anyone cover this, much less on the level of stratospheric excellence that Delp attains in this song.

[@madmex2k]

I am of the mindset that I really dislike most covers of the Iconic classic songs. The songs don't need to be redone, IMO those songs will never be done better. Who needs another Mariah Carey-esque singer covering BadFinger "Without You" or any such cover of those great songs. All you get is a little different sound, not necessarily better, and the singers just profit off the original. Then you get young kids hearing these covers, thinking that new cover artist wrote it, not knowing it was another singer/band's song to beging with. Its disappointing. I raised 2 boyz in the 80s, and they listened to mostly 60s-70s songs for teh early part of their lives. One of my boyz could care less, if a song sounds good, he will listen, the other, he listens to Rush, Styx, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, AC/DC, Peter Frampton, Ozzy, Black Sabbath, etc. He also loves a lot of new bands as well, but he takes the time to know where the music originates. Neither is wrong, in my mind, I just wanted them to appreciate all aspects of music, and all types. Music is a huge part of my life.

[@KerryNelsonART]

Dan Vasc does an excellent cover of this song, and, it's very respectful of the original. It's one of Dan's early covers, and, was likely one he used in training his voice. It's worth checking out, and, if you're studying voice, Dan has excellent vocal technique that is easy to view in his videos. Brad Delp and Boston are great and were one of my favorite bands ... way back when! 😊

[@KeithCriswell]

nsync (gag!) did a horrible cover

[@Spo-Dee-O-Dee]

@@madmex2k A song is only as good as how well it can be covered.

[@dagmar.6954]

Boston is a great rock band who had their biggest success in the 70's-80's. They had a lot of great songs such as "Foreplay/Long Time", "Peace Of Mind", "Rock & Roll Band", "Don't Look Back", "A Man I'll Never Be", "Feelin' Satisfied", Smokin'", "We're Ready", "Amanda", "Hitch A Ride", "Hollyann", "Cool The Engines" etc.

[@glenrosarian2352]

I definitely had the experience of being in the car and hearing Boston. My older brother had the 8-track and would have my parents play it often when we drove. It's awesome music!

[@waynenaki7796]

Thanks Bethany. Enjoying the older songs. Feelings and ability to write memorable songs was what drove bands of time to be creative

[@reasonitout9087]

This and other Boston songs were the soundtrack of many wild nights in the late 80's driving around LA in Lincoln Town Cars music blaring and totally intoxicated by only the music, and laughter and singing along at the top of our lungs...not alcohol. KEY point!: BOSTON USED NO ARTIFICIAL SOUNDS SYNTHSIZERS ETC. Your analysis helps me revisit and unfold the mystery and emotional greatness of this my favorite song. You are totally getting it and I love your excitement! Wonderful. Thank you.

[@johncage5368]

... and it's such an amazing uplifting feel good song. Love it. Puts a smile on your face in seconds and it grows and stays during the whole song, just as we've just seen. :)

[@JustNeil1]

It’s one of those songs that you instantly make it your own. It’s not unlike finding a buried gem that you tightly clutch onto in fear of losing it. It’s a forever one of a kind gem.

[@alienlifeform7490]

The first time I recall hearing this song was in 1977, driving around in my 1972 Plymouth Roadrunner (muscle car). I had these "Mindblaster" speakers which required flipping a switch in order for the bass power to kick in. I was hooked immediately by the song and could hardly wait to hear it again on the radio. This was AM radio as well, so no stereo. I had to wait for the next time, whenver that might be, and get the 8-track tape when the album came out, months away. Truly, it's one of the greatest rock songs of all time and I've heard it countless times over the last, almost, 50 years. Thank you, Bethany, for your always lovely and informative reactions. A music fairy. 🥰🙏🎶🧚🎶

[@WVmedic511]

"MindBlowers'.... I had two sets in my '69 Camaro.... 2x100 watts in the back...2x60 watts up front.... Those were the days !!!!

[@RobinC63]

OMG I had a 1968 Plymouth Belvedere! 😊

[@joeyb.8613]

Boston's vocals are easily some of the most underrated in rock history. Such a great band! Great choice for a reaction and great channel!

[@edavis1066]

What? Brad Delp is recognized as one of the greatest rock vocalists ever. Everyone please stop calling every band/musician/singer underrated.

[@joeyb.8613]

@@edavis1066 Just trying to give him a little more credit than he typically gets from non-musician or serious music fans. Yes, Boston is easily a powerhouse, etc.. But Delp is not recognized by virtually any mainstream publication as an all-time leading rock vocalist... (Billboard, Rolling Stone, etc) Most people who pay attention know he has a truly special and unique vocal range and talent.... But (in my opinion) doesn't get nearly the recognition he deserves. No disrespect intended, quite the opposite.

[@lotusmanb3832]

Brad is not underrated by his peers. I've heard many singers from that time praise him for his amazing feeling and power, range. Sammy Hagar once said Brad was his favorite voice.

[@noautotunejustpuretalent]

"underrated" 🤡

[@matthewensign9683]

Their entire first album was a hit. Every song. One of the most consistent record's I've heard.

[@bajacore]

Not many albums can have the claim of being complete from front to back. Damn near every song has had radio play since it came out. They captured lightning in a bottle and music was all the better for it.

[@zmadscientist]

This came out when I was in high school in the Southwest. I was a "died in the wool" Country fan - but our radio stations in New Mexico and Texas played a variety... It may be country in the daytime, Spanish at close of business, rock and roll and night and maybe some disco on a different station. The biggest past time for high schoolers was to "drive the main drag" with your friends - 4 or 5 to a car - drive up and down the main street of town hoping for opportunities to be seen and see folks you were attracted to in high school. As a result, I was exposed to such a variety of music from this time frame - this song just was earth shaking. It was played all the time! I cannot retroactively imagine that it was not a number 1 hit - but - there was so much competition for top songs then. This song "takes me away" to that time. What an amazing time-portal this song is - it does indeed take me away - the emotions, and memories of a simpler time, the emotions this evokes - just wow! Regarding acoustic guitar in rock songs - there were other examples as well, Eagles had several includig "Hotel California", Joe Walsh - "Life's been good to me so far", Linda Ronstadt had some - so I think country rock was an influence for Boston or perhaps the other way around. Thanks for your excellent reaction - I loved this!

[@nealrepetti2396]

This music is my life! At 65 years old now, I still listen to this music. Nothing, and I mean nothing that's done today even comes close to this! Thanks for looking at this era of music. Keep it up.

[@bobadams179]

Boston was a big part of my childhood. Rest in peace Brad.

[@markdeloria20]

Had the absolute pleasure of seeing Boston live in 1995. Brad Delp's voice was as perfect then as it was when this came out. I've heard this song thousands of times and it just never gets old. They don't make music like this anymore.

[@johnolex3771]

Most of this is the music that I grew up with being a child of the 60's and 70's.. love love love watching you listen to and enjoy that same music. Your smile, so fun..

[@rayvanhorn1534]

This entire album is a masterpiece. A permanent staple in my cassette case cruisin the strip on Friday and Saturday nights back in the mid-80s!!😎🤟

[@billyboy4774]

I was 25 years old when this song came out and immediately knew it was a hit. Amazing song. Still love it today after all these years. No other song like it.Please react to Gabriel Henriques cover of ALL BY MYSELF, Celine Dion's cover of Eric Carmens original. Thank you, Billy Boy

[@donnam5891]

Every song off this album was amazing. Great analysis, thanks. Love Boston. Great road trip music. 💕

[@user-hg1bl6qh8i]

I experienced it at 12 years old and it changed my life. They say your favorite song at 12-13 will be your favorite for life and this is true. The acoustic at the first got my attention and then going into great sonics did throw me, but in a good way. The guitars sound like they are singing with Brad.

[@purple6449]

Boston was and always will be an iconic band. Brad’s voice was magic and their sound was absolutely amazing! I love them!

[@alphadogpack]

True to the title "More Than a Feeling", every time I hear the song, I close my eyes and drift away to my love in high school...

[@MacMc691]

This song and Blue Oyster Cult's, Don't Fear The Reaper are still two of my favorites, not just from that era, but all time. I've been listening to this song since I first heard sometime back in the late 70's as a kid and it's never gotten old. His vocals, the guitars, the drums and the simple story it tells are still are still some of the best I've ever heard. Good analysis and I enjoyed hearing the song first, then you breaking it down, something more reaction channels should do.

[@sierrafoxtrotgolf3638]

I've learned to appreciate the nuances in music so much more since I've been watching you videos. I remain impressed at the positive you find articulate into and about every review. Kudos.

[@avronaut]

This was my band and I saw them live in Frankfurt Germany on October 1st 1979. I feel sorry for anyone who didn't experience this great era.

[@coyotecreekband236]

This song was released in 1976. Prior to that we had a few songs that gave us the acoustic intro tease: Roundabout by Yes is the first song that comes to mind. This is a master class on how to build a song into a classic rock song. As always, thanks for your awesome analysis.

[@user-eg2zo4kz6w]

Love your breakdown of this! I was only 10 years old and I don’t quite remember my first thoughts but by the time I was 13 or 14 and really into rock by then I just remember thinking this band was so talented and way ahead of their time! So good and this might be the best debut album of all time! Definitely in the top 3 imo.. and the thing that still blows my mind even today, is that it was recorded in Brad delp’s basement! Just an incredible album

[@analogueandy8x10]

This brings back so many memories from my teeny bopping years!! My friend bought the record. After school he insisted that I come over and listen to it. Holy smokes! Blown away!

[@mollyswanner1607]

Such a beautiful, beautiful song. I listened to this song with my boyfriend, Brad, and I think of him every time I hear it all of these years later. I slipped away........

[@davidcampbell4174]

Delp is among the best vocalists in rock history. What a beautiful sound.

[@xxticxxtocxx7909]

The signature sound of Tom Scholz's 'Rockman x100' Such an iconic guitar sound.

[@roderickgful]

Still have my OG Rockman. There’s a cat on eBay that sells totally refurbished original Rockmans for around $650-800🤷‍♂️ they come in a 1/2 rackmount casing or you can send in your older one(I’m thinking about it, switches are scratchy)

[@xxticxxtocxx7909]

@@roderickgful A buddy had the x100 very shortly after they came out. I eventually got the 1/2 rack distortion generator. Used to run it with a Boss DE-200 Digital Delay, through a JC-120. Nice with a Strat, but sounded great with the Steve Lukather signature Ibanez Roadstar. It was that long ago I have no clue what I did with it all, still have the guitar though.

[@Chris-hq7nl]

The original album was Marshall Superleads boosted with an MXR 6 band that peaked around 800hz. The original rig was complicated and inconsistent which led Scholz to build the Rockman.

[@michaelzilkowsky2936]

@@Chris-hq7nl where did the Power Soak fit into the timeline?

[@cathykushner8903]

The best guitar tone of all time. Recognizable the minute you hear it.

[@marksteidl9240]

Thank you for doing this analysis! I had requested this song a few times in previous posts. I appreciate what you do! Thanks so much!

[@PapaKeef]

I was a little kid and this song blew my mind and gave me goosebumps. Still does. Great band

[@froggy5935]

When this album hit in 1976 it was so advanced sonically...and it still is if you consider this album was analog.

[@RobinC63]

This album is still considered one of the best engineered records.

[@iceelf-gs1492]

This is a double treat for me - one of the great songs and groups from the 70s (my fave musical era), and your analysis which helps me understand a little bit of how these great singers produce these masterpieces. Thanks!

[@dlplus4]

Thank You for doing Boston. They are my favorite band and I've seen them 7 times...4 with Brad (the man with the angelic voice) also love the reactions to Triumph, my 2nd favorite band 😂

[@TheDegenerate666]

I love Boston, I credit my mom and stepdad for this as Boston's Third Stage was the first cassette they ever bought me as a gift. After listening to it, I had to get all their releases up to that point.

[@user-yw5rq4rz7l]

The great song from the great album ahead of its time

[@RedPillLife1966]

For the longest time I didn't realize that the album cover was a Guitar with flames under it. Heard this when it came out as a kid. Gives you goose bumps to this day!.

[@adderman1950]

When this came out no one had heard anything like this before! At the time disco ruled the airwaves and actual rock and roll had pretty much disappeared. Many people credit Boston's first album and this song in particular for literally saving Rock & Roll! Every song on this album is a gem, no b sides included. Also the vocals by Brad Delp are beyond amazing he is hitting notes that no one thought were possible and he seemingly does it with ease! IMHO this is one of the greatest songs ever recorded!

[@craiggipson2971]

Freshman in HS in 1976 when this hit the radio and vinyl . It grabbed you from the opening riff. Anyone who is a Boston fan recognizes that immediately when it starts . Brads voice is like no other... my favorite band of all time !!

[@RonLynne]

This is some sort of single edit, not sure I ever noticed the video was this edit. There's about 90 seconds missing!

[@jeffreystaudt7601]

It's short because the video skipped over a verse...

[@oaktree1628]

I’m glad you said this! I thought it sounded shorter than I remembered but this seemed to be the official video.

[@tavwatson]

I saw Boston in concert back in May of 1979 and I can tell you from experience, Brad Delp's vocals and those powerful guitars were every bit as impressive live as they are on the recordings. It was at a baseball stadium, it had been pouring rain and stopped right before Boston came on. Their music just soared across the clear night sky, giving me goosebumps and it was just magical. I will never forget that night. R.I.P. Brad.

[@larrytate4586]

This is Rock of the 70’s, cruising the avenue on Friday or Saturday night, listening to the AM radio in the car, hanging out with friends and going to the local drive in. Almost 50 years later, this song comes on and your transported back to high school, being a teenager cruising the avenue. Thanks for the memories.

[@user-dl2hf4pu7u]

Love Boston!! I had this album on 8 track tape!! 🤣🤣

[@joefaller4525]

Mt too, as did most everyone I knew. I always thought the album cover art was awesome as well.

Weird thing for me is that “experts” explain everything he does when the reality is he doesn’t even need to think about it, he’s just singing effortlessly, naturally. You can’t teach that

[@JabaLeeJones]

Just because they have that natural ability to sing does not mean that there are certain techniques that they apply consciously or unconsciously. Those techniques can be distinguished and taught.

@@JabaLeeJones fair point

[@johncrocker-nh7ey]

The pure joy you have when you hear music invoices that surprise you in the expression on your face is so infectious you make me feel like a child again discovering something for the first time thank you so very much

[@tommyo17]

I was 8 or 9 when it came out and was on radio everywhere and I absolutely fell in love with this song. It has never gotten old, I still love it!

[@wallhome464]

An alien lands beside me from space and asks, "what is classic rock?" I tell them to listen to this song. Delp, Perry, Freddie were awesome vocalist from the 70's, early 80's. I almost wish that you hadn't played the video, as it doesn't line up with the song in spots. Remember, no auto tune back then and the album wasn't over produced. Great job.

[@Spo-Dee-O-Dee]

Not overproduced?? Delp doesn't "soar" without EQ scrubbing the fundamental and making everything seem an octave higher unless you are really listening closely.

[@tonypapas9854]

NO clicktrack, autotune, or Pro Tools. REAL musicians, songwriting, storytelling. The past 20 years of pop music have been so empty and lazy.

[@mikescatena5732]

All about DEI

[@MrMucera]

There are plenty of musicians out there producing great music without autotune etc. Maybe not in pop because it's the most commercial but it's not like great music is dead.

[@noautotunejustpuretalent]

@@mikescatena5732 🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡

[@noautotunejustpuretalent]

nO aUtOtUnE, rEaL mUsIcIanS

[@theYuGiOhseasonzeroguy]

​@@noautotunejustpuretalentyour entire account is literal cope, just accept that most music sucks now and these geezers are right

[@jacobnelson5159]

My dad raised me on boston. Such memories, and amazing musicians singing about what's in their heart. This is what really allows us to connect to the artists and music from this era is what music is all about, the 70s and 80s talent is untouchable

[@hankhill6569]

I saw them live in Dallas in 1994. it was my 1st live show. i wasn't a musician then but i am now. AND HIS\THEIR PERFORMANCE WAS FLAWLESS!

[@martinroncetti4134]

Who ever edited this music video by removing a section of the song is a genius! I didn't like that the section was removed, regardless, that is some sick talent.

[@DMDvideo10]

Brad Delp was an amazing singer. But if you're going to analyze Singers like Rick Emmet from their live recordings I think you should do the same for Boston. There is a distinct difference in their studio vs live performances. Just keeping it real!

[@gene2049]

So are you saying Boston doesn’t sound good live or just different than the album. I’ve heard live performances on video that sound great.

[@DMDvideo10]

@@gene2049 I'm saying that if she's going to review his voice she should use live performances. Brad's studio stuff is fantastic and his live performances are way more "human"... I saw them in 2003. He sounded great but not as good as he sounded in the studio. Where as Rick Emmett sounded great itn he studio and might even be better live.

[@yesorlando05]

I was 11 in 1976 and LOVED rock music since I was a young boy. Before bed each night, I would listed to my favorite rock station (WROQ in Charlotte) on my headphones in the dark with my eyes closed for about 30 minutes. One night, I was listening and they played "More Than a Feeling" by Boston just after it was released. I had never been taken on a musical journey like that before. It was an absolute masterpiece. The next day, I got my mom to the record store to get it. It was the first album that I'd ever bought with my own money, lol.

[@chrisbodi6470]

Was a teenager, growing up near Boston, when this groundbreaking album came out & was instantly hooked! Biggest regret was never seeing Boston perform live, but luckily saw Brad with his side project “Beatlejuice” several times. He always made time for fans afterwards and I’ll always cherish the times we spoke. He truly was a very special man!!❤

[@bodan1196]

You can also hear Mr.Delp doing _backup vocals_ for the band Orion the Hunter. Backup vocals... Delp... 🙂