MY NEW #1 Van Halen - LITTLE DREAMER 1978 (Remaster) | REACTION

[@joebartlett3255]

One of the best debut albums in history.

[@jdbroders64]

In a different, heavier way right up there with Boston as a great debut. I was fourteen when this came out and into Zeppelin, Sabbath, Deep Purple, Clapton etc. and my head exploded. My buddy and I played the LP (yes, vinyl) over and over again and were just speechless. It's because of this album and Eddie that I learned to play guitar and still play to this day.

[@lynnhafferkamp6054]

Their best ino

[@theeclectic6015]

Absofreakinlutley!

[@johhnyo]

probably the best!

[@vermontbred]

The high harmonies in the back, MICHAEL ANTHONY! Say his name.

[@carlosnavarro9376]

@@vermontbred Yes, who did the lower harmonies?

[@falcon65drums]

@@carlosnavarro9376. Eddie did the lower harmonies.

[@carlosnavarro9376]

@@falcon65drumsYes he did. I was wondering if @vermontbred was aware of that. MA gets lots of credit for backing vocals but little credit as a bassist

[@MugnifyRTS]

What Multiverse have I just stepped in!!

[@Donks-R-us]

I've asked quite a few people to react to this very song and YOU'RE the first one! Such a pleasure. Maybe if you react to RATM you do "Roll Right" idk 🤘

[@absea7918]

Great reaction. Lots of people (understandably) focus on the speed and wild inventiveness of EVH's solos, but his rhythm playing and groove is what no one has been able to match. A true legend.

[@HyBr1dRaNg3r]

The expressiveness of his playing is on full display here

[@csbrown3]

King Edward. Hands down the greatest rhythm guitarist to ever pluck a string...

[@simoneemiliani5782]

Really True, man👌👌👍👍

[@josephgonzalez6070]

True. Joe Satriani does play amazing with Sammy on VH tunes but his right hand is so different.

[@bradhardesty3361]

Couldn’t agree more. Tired of hearing about tap tap tap. Ed and Jimmy were the best rhythm rock players ever. Not really even close

[@bimini1216]

What a powerhouse of talent. The drummer Alex never gets credit

[@richardremick1639]

I love how you said," are you sure homies not black" back in the 60's Dave was in the segregated school program it was the 60's he said he went to a predominantly Hispanic/ African American school being a Jewish kid that he was he was around a lot of African American kids in school and Dave has said before in interviews how he loved James Brown, little Richard, motown he loves all that super soulful music. We are products of our environments. Dave was a product of his environment. Mix that with the Van Halen brothers and magical music making occurs. Love your reviews mugs keep up the good work. Really enjoying your happy energy and love for music especially Van Halen ❤

[@TerriLynn-hf8xw]

This song holds a lot of emotions for me. At 16, In 1982 I saw Van Halen in concert .. second row they were at their prime. I was with my then boyfriend and my best friend, and she was dating my boyfriend best friend. His name was Larry. He loved Van Halen to to core. In 1997, he was 32 years old and got in a bar fight defending a girl he didn't know from a guy that was begin violent towards a girl. The guy went to his car and retrieved a tire iron and beat Larry into a coma. Larry died a few days later. Every time I hear Little Dreamer I feel Larry close by, and see him smiling and singing it. This was his all time favorite Van Halen song. Thank you. (Note to Larry, I hope you enjoyed this reaction as much as I did. I thought about you the entire reaction. In my mind I was back at 1982).

[@williamzoom9200]

Rest In Peace, Larry.

[@thothemron7912]

One of my favorites from Van Halen where Eddie's obvious qualities as a melodist literally burst through the speakers and where the sweetness of Dave's crooner voice, after surprising you after the initial fury, grabs your heart and guts . For me the real Van Halen is the era of David Lee Roth, "Diamond Dave" baby, because it is the original formation, with the initial idea of ​​this fusion, this perfect alchemy between Dave and Eddie: Diamond Dave brought his soul, funk, jazz, crooner, rhythm n' blues influences in his suitcases and his voice, his swag, Eddie has classical training, hard rock and blues as well and of course his creative genius which will revolutionize the way to consider the guitar. Mick and Alex's rhythm section is amazing and too often forgotten. Eddie and Dave happily rely on them to be able to give their best and I don't forget a special mention for the choirs which are among the most beautiful in the history of rock. The mixture of these universes gives us a unique emotion in the landscape of the late 70s then dominated by disco and punk. The big names in rock at the time are moribund or almost (Led Zep, Black Sabbath, Deep Purple) and VH is a rock kick in the gums and an uninterrupted feast of emotions from start to finish. Until 84 and the last album with Roth, VH will have enchanted the musical landscape and dragged in its wake (with the more classic Aerosmith) thousands of groups who wanted to resemble them in this post-adolescent energy and much deeper than what you can feel it at first contact. Van Hagar was much more mainstream, more A.O.R with his qualities and faults. I don't like the war that we read everywhere in the media with the comparisons. This is only my opinion but VH, both in sound, compositions, inventive genius, alchemy, attitude and rock poetry, will have reached its peak with Diamond Dave. Amen.

[@johnmcmahonBXLA]

Sonically, VH always bring the eargasms

[@fasteddie777666]

One of my Favourite VAN HALEN songs ever !!!

[@tonyloftis3121]

Michael Anthony's fantastic harmonies

[@thecooka69]

VH sounded like absolute 🔥 on this album. Like they were actually leaving a trail of smoke

[@jenniferfoster1692]

Every single song on this album is amazing. Love this one!

[@stratcat3216]

David Lee Roth did a lot of semi-rapping. It was brilliant and paired with the background vocals from the bassist Michael Anthony.. one of the best high background singers in rock.

[@jeffreybosiljevac3408]

FYI: “Ice Cream Man” is a cover of an old blues tune. Van Halen’s version stays true to the original in the beginning, but definitely puts their own mark on the song before it is over!!!

[@mikegoldstein1246]

This solo in this song is so tasteful and smooth. That bend to vibrato he hits is nothing short of perfection

[@karenmikalofsky5287]

I love this one! My favorite. Thanks for listening.

[@stringtheoryguitars4952]

This song is really unlike anything else in their catalog. And it’s a stone cold masterpiece. Thanks for sharing your experience with us.

[@jasoncarter9356]

More Mugnify magic reaction action. Perfect and sincere reaction. Now on to desert, anyone serving ice cream?

[@heyskipj]

The Mighty Van Halen. Thanks for bringing us back.

[@MikeOstrowski-iq8wf]

Absolutely love the Van Halen journey 🤘🏼❤️🎸

[@mike-jb4nc]

My favorite song on the album

[@tjmasson1013]

VH brings this groove right thru the speakers to the brain.

[@terriertz5134]

Van Halen was just fun. They played like they were the life of the party wherever they went. Anywhere they were playing was the place you wanted to be.

[@66fredo99]

100%

[@CrisWortman]

Your reaction to VanHalen, Little Dreamer made me smile and laugh so much that I had to leave a comment. I was 17 and sitting in history class when my buddy tells me to check out Van Halen. He told me the singer gets by, but the guitarist is unreal! I’m 63 and still listen to Van Halen. By far my favourite band. I’m glad you got to experience them too.

[@richardremick1639]

I love how you go back and listen over and over. You should see this live Dave really sings this song really well live. Underrated Van Halen song. Outstanding 👍

[@SteveDay-s5j]

Just found your channel and I'm glad I did. I first heard VH in '78 as a 14 yr old and they changed my life. Love how you say after each song "OK, this is my favorite one now!" Keep exploring their catalog and you'll get the hype. IMO, VH1 and Boston's debut album are the two best debuts from any band.

[@LeviAWilson]

When l first bought this album, this was my favorite song after l heard that guitar riff start it off. And Eddie and Michael's backing vocals are amazing!😊

[@JedLemon38]

I knew when you got to this one it was gonna be another favorite. Love the groove of this song.

[@klipkultur3680]

I own that vinyl since 1983, know it absolutely by heart, and is an all-time favorite, but somehow rediscovering its amazingness through the reactions of this young man up here...

[@zookytar]

I love it. Just like hearing it again for the first time

[@timbaker6540]

Such a great album Love your reactions Very insightful!

[@e.l.norton]

The solo to the upcoming Ice Cream Man is pure eargasm. It never fails to make the hair stand on end and the goosebumps blossom. Oh! If you want a live concert version...on youtube...the bootleg from the Pasadena Civic Center in 1977 just before this album was released is raw and unbelievable.

[@corvettedm1]

I loved Van Halen, but when I saw them in person it was on a totally different level. I’ve seen everyone but the music surrounded me in a way that’s hard to describe. I’ll never forget it!

[@davidmerlin3344]

Van Halen completely changed rock when this album came out in 1978. There will never be another band that will match them. The riffs of Eddie were so unique and original.

[@paulettelamontagne6992]

Oh hell yes this one's good too they're all good

[@ThunderCrackerProductions]

This song is so great and so underrated

[@sweetwilliam5150]

The VH faithful love that you appreciate this stuff Mug. Thanks for reminding us why we can't go a day without it.

[@TANTRUMGASM]

you just described what I felt as a 10 year old kid in 1978 playing this for the first time... 8:05

[@robwozniak9912]

Love your reaction! You nailed it-the blues-inspired feel of the riff, the guitar fills, the harmonies, the lyrics . . . FIRE!

[@hkydave1964]

US Festival 1983 you get the true feel for Dave live with Van Halen, leg kicks, Dave jiving and all of it 5 stars

[@wesw6840]

Old school allllll bangers 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥Thank you brother 🙏 appreciate you

[@jeffreymeyer4848]

Man, you really dig INTO this, not just dig ON it. I'm glad for that, because that's where the joy in it comes from.

[@larrycampanella2080]

I love watching these videos of your reactions to one of the greatest bands of all time! It is easy to see how you understand the impact that Van Halen had on the music world and pop culture. As a guitarist and a huge Van Halen fan, I find myself grinning and with goosebumps when you break the songs down. Jealous that you are hearing this all for the first time as I also remember my first time hearing the songs.......it was mind blowing! Keep 'em coming!

[@FrankenstratAssassin]

Yes. You DO need that in your life. Ladies and Gentleman, do you all remember when YOU were "Van Halenized?" I sure do. It was 1978 (playing pool with a high school buddy in his basement-- parents weren't home from work yet and we CRANKED the volume to Spinal Tap 11) and it started with THIS album---- just like everyone else on planet Earth that felt the Van Halen Invasion and all the "wtf is THAT(;s)??!!!" that came along with it. We miss you very much, Mr. Edward Van Halen. May you shred in peace.

[@todvball]

...your "train" analogy is right on . Sounds like we're at a RR crossing...the gate comes down...and a slowwww train scoots on by.... to a rhythm .

[@jamese.6472]

With the Mighty Van Halen you have to expect the unexpected! Pure musical brilliance imo. Diggin your channel a lot

[@peterandrade3630]

Yeah, the two last tracks definitely leave the listener with a treat. And a major BANG (On Fire).

[@pulsarlights2825]

Yes, it's a basic song in B minor blues(C 1/2 step down), but they put the VH stamp on it

[@Confare]

One you still have to do on this album is On Fire. That song is probably their heaviest and fastest. Just killer song. Love Little Dreamer too.

[@garytom1935]

Live in concert would be great 😃👍

[@jefferyfoster2774]

Little dreamer and DOA are my two favorite songs

[@DylansPen]

Frampton Comes Alive, Boston's first album, Van Halen's first Album, Toys In The Attic, all dropped within 2-3 years of each other. The 70's was a never ending moment of incredible rock albums some of which every track is fire.

[@todvball]

Great reaction Mugsy!! You are echoing many of our same vibes from long, long ago in 1978 . By the way, members of van halen once said in an interview that they would "gauge a song by the goosebumps on their arm" while listening in the studio .

[@vermontbred]

Love this song. One of my VH favorites!

[@maryannerazzano7692]

One of my favorites

[@andreweagland4702]

Little dreamer always been one of my favorites VH for life 🔥🎸👑 Edward VH diamond 💎 David Lee Roth 🔥

[@00govan00]

Yep. Dat riff and the melody

[@HyBr1dRaNg3r]

One of my favorites, gives the feels!

[@jimquinn2431]

Never thought about this song having a rap flow but it actually does. VH has the swagger so common in Hip Hop

[@calvinbrown1406]

When Van Halen can blow Black Sabbath away, you know you're great. Saw them in Birmingham Alabama when they had just released that album. They opened up for Black Sabbath and by the time Van Halen was thru everybody was emotionally and physically spent. Even Black Sabbath couldn't revive everybody. One awesome night.

[@LrdsWrk]

1st time in the studio they recorded 24 songs live in 4 hours which were basically the 1st and 2nd album. 2 weeks for lead vox redos,harmonies and some solo over duds and the 1st Van Halen album was done. They were a fully formed rock n roll circus.

[@carlton5046]

Great set of ears mugs ! Best reaction vids thank you .. great to see a mirror image of what fans felt like hearing these songs for the first time .. keep the feel mugs you got it !

[@MugnifyRTS]

Thanks so much!!

[@sailor213100]

In the early days,Roth and rest of VH used to do those harmonies that were like MO Town influenced. Though they at times liked to cover songs too.

[@larryh.5229]

The gold is the higher end of the vocal harmonies for the "Van Halen sound" is from the man bass player Micheal Anthony.... Van Halen 2 album has a lot of vocal harmonies...... Dance the Night Away was a huge hit for them in 1980, "Beautiful Girls", "Women in Love" 🔥

[@stanleyluke1149]

Didn't know if you knew that Eddie Van Halen played guitar on Beat It. Rock on bro.

[@ugaais]

David Lee grew up in Pasadena CA and was into soul music and Spanish culture he was the perfect blend with the Van Halen Brothers who were in to Led Zep Black Sabbath Deep Piurple….David Lee said we need to make music you can rock and groove too…

[@paulettelamontagne6992]

I used to play this as I got ready for school

[@garytom1935]

7th grade when I 1st heard of VH, I was hook 🪝 was jamming out yeah 🤘😆🤘🎸🎸🎤🥁

[@jakeenan]

It's like the Blues on prescription Meds.....And you can't beat Hopeful Blues. It's always timeless.

[@armandoperez7967]

This was a great album! I was 12 years old when this album was released. It brings back memories!

[@armandoperez7967]

Eddie Van Halen RIP was definitely one of the top 3 guitarists of all time!

[@wvmountaineer69]

The greatest Rock & Roll band of all time! Subscribed

[@Poco48]

"Are you sure homie isn't black", haha!!! DLR would LOVE it. Awesome. Love that you like this.

[@shanemcbride5534]

Oh man I was just grinning ear to ear watching you groove to this track. I feel the same way bro. Love this track👍🏼😁.

[@fredahlberg7193]

The part that you said sounds like the train gates alarms is the ride cymbal but on the "upper" inside which gives you that "ting" sound.

[@raymo6795]

....Eddie and Alex VanHalen are immigrants from Holland. Their father was a Dutch musician, and their mother Indonesian.The singer was David Lee Roth, the son of a Doctor , A jewish family from Pasadena. The bass player was Michael Anthony (Michael Anthony)Sobolewski, from Chicago...the stars aligned..."Ice Cream Man " is next up, I think you will like, another great reaction Mugs, Peace Brother...VHII is just as good....they are all awesome my Brother

[@jeffshenk2490]

Dude I love the way you break the songs down and explain it! you know your music!

[@pablobaldomir9430]

Great song

[@joebarrera9741]

Thank you for your ReactionBEST I LOVE IT

[@frankpiccolo8420]

Now you know where rap originated from because this was way before rap. you are listening to the greatest rock ‘n’ roll band of all time and this is the greatest debut album of all time and in time they will be recognized for my aforementioned comments.❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@gball6755]

love your reaction lmao it’s nice to see people still raveling at the works of van halen, if u want your mind blown watch van halen live at us festival 1983

[@robertcook792]

This is a great song. I’ve always taken the lyrics as someone who’s different,goes out on whim against the grain and despite being criticized, in the end they turn it to gold. Maybe I’m off a little bit but this song has always held a special place in my heart. “Then they went and voted you least likely to succeed” “but you armed with all you need” my favorite part. The rythem guitar on this track is signature Eddie, it’s what sets him apart from all the greats and gives him that little bit of edge over them. That swing groove that only he can do. Lots of people play fast, lots can bend a note and make it hang out there for a while but no one has that swing mixed in there while he’s doing the other stuff. It’s why most people can’t pull off covering their music. A great example is the intro to “ hangem high” off Diver Down. You should really check that song out after you’re through with this album. I’ve heard lots of guitarist say it’s impossible to replicate it. Great reaction to this song. Thanks again for doing this album. One of the greatest debut albums in rock history.

[@Thunderbolt-ws7qm]

Misinterpretation of the song.

[@donbabcock2062]

Eddie played several guitars on this album, his Frankie, a Les Paul, a Destroyer, his tone regardless of his axe is legendary. I could see us as kids on 20” banana seat bikes jamming this. You’re okay.

[@stanleyluke1149]

My favorite album of all time and I am 63

[@Talanskiver]

If you like this one, I bet you’ll love some Van Hagar! Great Reaction!

[@correctlyrics]

Yes, those who told you that the last 2 songs will be a treat did not lie. "Ice Cream Man" will knock your socks off. And "On Fire"...well, look at the title. Just Imagine Van Halen on fire...whooo!!!

[@KG-mc1mv]

I think most VH fans agree that this is the weakest song on the album.

[@correctlyrics]

@@KG-mc1mv this song? There are TWO listed. Me thinks thou art dumb.

[@KG-mc1mv]

@@correctlyrics The song you commented on, genius. Comprehension is key. 😆

[@correctlyrics]

@@KG-mc1mv I commented on TWO songs genius. Are you blind or even dumber than I thought???

[@KG-mc1mv]

@@correctlyrics You made a comment under a video reaction for this song: MY NEW #1 Van Halen - LITTLE DREAMER 1978 (Remaster) | REACTION. Wow! Memory issues much? 😆

[@geboner]

I love how ya start a VH song over again🤣🤣🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@chrisgarcia9629]

Great reaction! Those feelings you were describing are the exact same feelings I had when I first heard this album. Masterpiece 💯😎

[@donbabcock2062]

I listen to Linda Ronstat and VH “You’re No Good” versions back to back, it’s fun to hear the difference.

[@paullygolf5150]

You hit the nail on the head! Any of their albums could have been just Instrumentals, and it will would still be Fire 🔥

[@mschwes5376]

I’m really glad to have stumbled on your channel. Your reviews and apparent new found love for Van Halen has been fun to watch.

[@chopperdeath]

This song drips vibe.

[@ugaais]

They are all in their early 20’s on this album

[@paulsharkey6673]

I can tell that you are a good musician. I'm not sure what you play, but you got great music in you.

[@antemoden8726]

For a perfect live performance, Gary Moore - Empty Rooms live in Stockholm 87´

[@rognroll2786]

You gotta hear the dude who introduces the Mighty VH at the beginning of their shows… and their standard intros… You are in for a treat, my friend!

[@romanjohnston]

Chir blew our minds....just nothing like it....

[@patches6309]

"Seasoned Chicken Bro!" Never heard anything better!! Great job once again Mugs!

[@johneldridge8678]

Seasoned Chicken. Love it. Fits.

[@Monsterdrumma]

This has always been my favorite VH song and in the Dave era there is nothing they did that I disliked or didn’t love well maybe just the song jump was okay to me but everything else was phenomenal with this song at #1 for me!

[@greatwhitewolf8465]

Great show Mugs!!