Paul Weller Movement - Tin Soldier (Live)

Paul Weller plays The Small Faces classic Tin Soldier live during his Movement tour at Brixton Academy. This was recorded the day after Steves death as a tribute and was a last minute thing. Taken from the VHS Paul Weller Movement Live 1991

[@kevanbrown7620]

This is a great tribute by Paul Weller. The Small Faces were a great band, but Paul Weller is also a great artist. What he done in The Jam and also some of his solo work is brilliant.

[@Rottenbottomrob]

A small Faces fan here but fair play this is a great cover....a genuine tribute sung with affection for the originals and a nod to their influence I think.

[@tadsomato1940]

Paul Weller is the man, paying tribute to the man ... ❤

[@stretchclogg]

Great tribute. Tin Soldier is an absolute banger and Weller did a great job! Why anyone would knock him for it I don't know.

[@paularnoldus1877]

in particular because it was a TRIBUTE

[@briancumming3994]

Its not a compariosn FFS . Its a tribute from a legend to a lergend . having followed both since the late 70s , i dont compare , i just enjoy .

[@andydixon2980]

Everyone's always fucking comparing and fucking swearing. Weller makes it his own.

[@achloist]

@@andydixon2980 I agree, and I can’t think of anyone else who could have done it.

[@tonypowell250]

Still not as good as the original though.

[@michaelb2388]

Legend? Hardly. I saw the jam live and the style council but he's not a legend. That term is overused

[@michaelb2388]

It's Weller covering a small faces song. Aren't we allowed to compare covers to the originals anymore? Seems natural to do that to me. Sure we can enjoy both, but what's wrong with enjoying one more than the other? Having said all that I haven't come across an actual live version of the small faces doing this song on KZbin. I'm pretty sure they're miming on all the "live" videos I've seen.

[@gnjp8340]

Just watching this for the first time!! . Great tribute and an amazing version to SM and one of the Small Faces best … !!

[@LuvBlues64]

I love this,Paul Weller makes it his own and not a copy and it comes across also as a great tribute to Steve Marriot as well.

[@bertvliegen7815]

The best from the 60's and 90's. Steve would be proud of Paul. Just can't get enough of this clip!

[@victoriamcintosh5122]

love this man's energy and talent, not given enough recognition! thank you "Paul Weller"!

[@interestedviewer3407]

I can't believe anyone is slaggin this performance or the song or the bands! in my opinion this is one of the best songs by one of the best bands this country has produced covered by one of the best singer song writers this country has produced.

[@LuvBlues64]

Respect to Paul Weller for this,a nice tribute to the Small Faces,and the irriplaceable Steve Marriott

[@cjwhiterabbit1]

At his best playing a tune he dearly loves ... he's so into it it's a joy to watch !

[@tonethebass]

Being of the 2nd generation Mod/Ska/2-Tone era... alas I wasn't born when the Small Faces were doing their thing. This Weller performance was and still is simply stunning and it led to me "discovering" SF's. Of course, the first time I played the original, I was absolutely blown away. I couldn't envisage that it could possibly be any more exciting than this version but as we all know SF's recording of this song is about as good as music can get . BRILLIANT cover of a SENSATIONAL song ! !

[@user-dp5ze3vw2r]

Agreed Stevie Marriot we immense

[@midgejohns9160]

the modfather paying tribute to the original and best mod band of the 60s !!!! what's more respectful than that people. well done Paul Weller I bow down to your taste and respect long may you continue to write sing and perform for all of us mods young and old you are our tin soldier now mate long live the modfather and God rest Steve Marriott and the small faces never forgotten always heard and well respected.

[@rosevaleblue]

+Midge Johns Fantastic reply,and agree almost brother ...YES Mr Marriott Is the master ...But Weller is a class act also.I have followed Mr Weller for close on 40 years now....in fact he signed my knackered scooter outside the Glasgow Apollo in 1979,that's how far back I go.BUT as you say Marriott is in my mind The King,

[@briancumming3994]

spot on mate ! just enjoy rather thsn judge . After all , its not fucking xfactor , thank fuck

[@neilbloggs5008]

how can he be a modfather? that was steve.

[@sam-xr2lw]

@@neilbloggs5008 paul weller kicked off the mod revival and has carried on his style since then, nothing against Steve but Paul took the Jam all the way to thr top in the space of 5 years and carried on changing to influence more people so if you look at it in this way that's why hes the modfather, but if it wasn't for the small faces he would not be where he is today

[@neilbloggs5008]

@@sam-xr2lw so no steve no paul. That's why hes not the father.

[@melissacooper9838]

what a great tribute!! respect to Weller!

[@chriscorman734]

I don't the the average person knows just how great an artist and music historian Mr Paul Weller is. Thanks for this post. Lastly shot out to this whole band especially the man playing trumpet oh my gosh sounds like a player from the Memphis horns

[@mc77ification]

Paul Weller is the Man! Great Tribute to the legendary Steve! 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@michaelcross2540]

Great... Why are you guys arguing here? Paul Weller loves Steve Marriott. The original really is a perfect song!! RIP Steve.

[@madeleinehague648]

Tin Soldier - the absolute pinnacle of the Small Faces' career. It combined all the soul, heart, chops, sheer TALENT of the band. That vocal of Steve's, with PP Arnold - just fantastic. The Small Faces are hardly even known in North America. We were deprived!!!!

[@mrc5653]

Remember watching this on VHS 30 plus yrs ago absolutely brilliant couldn’t stop watching it, Max Beesley is buzzing 👀✌️

[@matthewdbingham1]

Saw him do this at Rock City Nottingham the day after Stevie had died, Still gives me goose bumps

[@stumac59]

Nothing will ever beat the original, but this is a damn good effort. Thanks for posting this.

[@bwvideo0905]

Agreed damn good music and damn good effort. Rock on!!!! A+++ for effort and coming damn close! Will listen in again!!👍👍✌️✌️🤘👏🤙🤙

[@seamonkey000001]

Marriot one of Wellers idols as everyone knows. No body touches Marriot for power and soul of the voice.

[@user-wb7lv7qj2t]

He’s NOT trying to beat Marriott you fckn prick he’s sending a message of admiration and respect.Wha a fckn arseole if you can’t see that

[@derekpugh6819]

Great track Steve marriot would have been loved this. Paul did him proud 😎👍🎶🎸

[@charlieleonardo9716]

For me Steve Marriott set the standard for the vocal delivery of this song! I've heard many cover this song and none of them have moved my spirit!

[@carolhollister950]

ditto

[@Robcatist]

Marriott set the standard full stop one of the best vocalist this country’s ever produced.

[@colinmcmurray552]

True, but who who pays tribute or respect to the greats of the past be it Steve, Pete, Motown or... better than Weller

[@thedolphin5428]

@@colinmcmurray552 It's hard to stomach someone/anyone "paying tribute" to ANYONE with such a bad version. Out of time, out of harmony, over- played. Please, you tribute artists, just let great songs and great performers live in peace.

[@dasgutz37]

Fair dos Weller, but not really mate. However Charlie, just found this cover with PP Arnold (totally on it) with a band whose front guy doesn't embarrass himself at all... search: P.P. Arnold - Tin Soldier - 229, London - October 2017

[@innocenti67]

I remember standing in the queue for the toilets when someone said Steve Marriott had died that day. Great gig when Weller really started to find his feet but everyone will remember Tin Soldier more than anything !

[@derekgb3780]

Great version

[@terencebarrett2897]

Absolutely wonderful, I thought it was tribute band" but its the real thing in Paul Weller movement, , as it as that raw style its" meaty big and bouncy"

[@nicholasbuchanan6068]

It might be worth considering this version of tin soldier is by Mr Paul Weller and his band. This is clearly not the Small Faces. Paul has taken the time and effort to pay tribute to one of his musical icons, after Steve Marriott had died in a house fire. Too many people wish to criticise his version, and claim they can do better. If so, post your video. The keyboard player looks like Mick Talbot from the Merton Parkers and the Style Council. Thank you Paul for a great tribute and R.I.P to a true musical genius Steve Marriott.

[@tonybeck562]

Nicholas Buchanan Hi.... re the keyboard player...it’s actually Max Beesley, the actor, who played on this tour..

[@patrickdemeyer4668]

Stumbled on this , Paul back to the roots and the best, i was there as a teenee ....getting old !Thanks for uploading his !!!

[@tattyshoesshigure5731]

Damn fine cover of this SF classic from Paul & his band!

[@tonyhayden6985]

This is a fantastic tributeI knew Stevie well and he would have loved thisI know he and Paul were in touch

[@garypowell1540]

A tribute to one of the greatest songs ever written and to arguably the greatest guitarist, character, songwriter, frontman, and above all vocalist in the history of popular music. IMO, no one came close to being all of these at the same time, but Steve Marriot managed it with seeming ease. Steve could blow God Almighty off of any stage.

[@placidrenegade]

We are the mods we are the mods

[@mrbroadwaymodfather6828]

FUCK MODS RULE AND HIS THE BEST.

[@richierex]

we are, we are, we are the mods

[@thewordofgord]

Nice one Paul ! As always your heart is in the right place.

[@NUTSfor2]

considering he was doing it as a tribute to steve marriot,who had just died,i think its fucking awesome dont care if its in wrong chord or what the fuck

[@dianasendt9509]

Paul knows what he's doing and he smashed it

[@seanod7157]

At least Weller is keeping the Mod flame alive. He obviously loves the sf, give the guy a break. I, for one, think he rocks it righteous.

[@joshcb3540]

Absolutely 100% correct - well said

[@MichaelMoore-yp8rd]

Specky Cyclis

[@sarasarah1810]

Jolly Good......Jolly Good indeed...💜 Much luv and respect Paul💜....well done ......Mods Rule!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@markmcglashan]

I can sing almost any PW song close to him, he is one of the greatest song writers ever. I love his work. Hats off to PW

[@heidisines3617]

Well done you. Shame it’s not a PW song we’re discussing though. More a song PW is performing in tribute to TSF and PM

[@paititi]

A good, credible, and interesting cover and tribute to an unmatchable-by-anyone original.

[@collibosher70]

@innocenti67 i was at a mod do in loughborough the day stevie passed away..very sad....laid to rest on 21st birthday...didn't really feel like celebrating that day....still miss the man......great cover by paul..great tribute.

[@jamesdaltrey2878]

" this one is for Steve " RIP

[@ozzieburrows212]

Brilliant. 👍

[@timmis1971]

I was there, this concert was fookin' brilliant!!

[@chrisedwards3883]

Magic.

[@briancumming3994]

The song, era & movement,all originally from my parents time but in the late 70s& 80s they were my times and my music. No matter where i go or where i am the opening chords of this song raise my mood and my body screams " I am a mod" Both versions are classics of a legendary song performed by legends of our kinship, best not to compare but to savour and appreciate what they have done for our enjoyment.Could be released today or become a festival anthem, the song has not dated one day.

[@roob67]

Respect for doing a pretty good job on this.

[@alanduffy3213]

Excellent performance

[@b.r.buckeyeman460]

Great job,good effort.

[@cjwhiterabbit1]

Small Faces, especially SM was such a notable influence on PW and love to c how much he loves to play this....all hail the "Modfather" ... ps was at this gig at the Academy and this clip made me feel wat too old !

[@LouRoff1]

Fantastic x

[@clarkewi]

Awesome. Steve would be proud.

[@bongo1j]

Wow this is f------ good. seen the small faces do this so many times. This is brilliant. and they don't have pp Arnold as backing singer. Takes some doing.

[@julianelder6667]

Cool Paul 😎.

[@stephaniepemberton6262]

Love it. Plus the wind from the keyboarder's joy.

[@jameswithers4549]

That is Max Beesley the actor now former keyboard player

[@TheDenman47]

Great

[@MIKE-TYTHON]

Literally exactly what I was looking for. Chuffed

[@markmoon8014]

Wow. I really think Weller held his own with Marriot, here. Educate me, tell I'm wrong. Tin soldier is such a HUGE song, undoubtedly, but I think Paul nailed it.

[@Alfredromeothatsme]

Top job!

[@meistertynemouth]

Nice

[@susyd2776]

He loved Marriott and the SF and this is deadly good, Stevie would approve...xo

[@happydaystoytown71]

i recall this tour...weller at the royal court liverpool .....thrown this in at the start....i was in marriott heaven...love this video of this concert....some standout tracks but entertainment on the pink enamel guitar............the DOGS HUGE BOLLOCKS. thats for Steve...says it all.

[@susanduke9835]

It’s a great version of a great song from mod to mod - fantastic!

[@pedrogenarorondonravan]

De los SFaces el tema 60/70

[@markkendrick7547]

Well done Mister Weller....Well done...🎙🎸🔥

[@lockedin60]

A Great Cover. I have never heard this. I think Steve would have liked this cover.

[@TheMenReturn]

Great song.

[@EM-yk1dw]

The drums on this are amazing, considering this was arranged at short notice.

[@jameswithers4549]

It's Steve White on drums. He's the bollocks!!

[@karstennilson5954]

In fact Steve Marriott is the master of the vocal in this song, but maybe he took a look from the sky with a smile. Plonk and Steve must be proud to this live performance.

[@rebeltaby]

He played this at Oxford the same tour absolutly awesome... and the Faces version incredible,, the best 2 version hard to split but the SF have the edge..

[@xlouhx]

The guts it took to play this from a man who knew and read things about people saying he was done....via people who never picked up an instrument, or had been in a band before...but more importantly, a man who NEVER had the thought to play this tune with anyone before. What a great try. It's fun,...and a great try at it. Never kept doing this one, so even better that it's here. 1991. For some, not a memorable year. For me...a change too.

[@Superstu8875]

Cracking version. Played with passion and love as a fitting tribute to Stevie - this would have been how I discovered the Small Faces, and I'm grateful to Paul for introducing me to them and a lot of other great music through me reading interviews and his Paolo Hewitt biography. Big ups.

[@Peacefully-Happy-86]

Stay loyal to the small faces

[@silvanadonadoni127]

Paul Weller è bravissimo,ma nessuno può eguagliare l'interpretazione di Steve Marriott. Era unico. Nessuno può dimenticarlo.

[@mrmoooable]

Fuck me give it a rest trolls! It's not like he's trying to be Steve - it's a cover out of respect. And weller is a fine artist in his own right!

[@joshcb3540]

I think all the old fogues knocking Weller on here in favour of the Small Faces / Steve Marriott are completely missing the point of why he did this (and still does) - it isn't a bloody competition as to who sings it the best you idiots, he is trying to keep the British 60's MOD movement alive and has been almost single handed for 30 years. Christ IQs suffer with age. Clapton did the same for BB, Albert and Buddy Guy - it isn't a RIP its a bloody homage, and by doing this people go back and discover the original - Weller actually says this in interviews - seek out the source.

[@dang2443]

"he is trying to keep the British 60's MOD movement alive" Oh is that what he was doing when he was playing House music and wearing neon shorts?

[@bertfulmer9629]

Had the same haircut in the mid sixties,Me uncle was a navy barber,he called it "The Square Cut!

[@chrisst8922]

I don't think Paul would play it like this now.

[@thetribute8155]

Lloyd Christmas does a great job on this!!

[@RobManBoy66]

Great performance. It's good to see Paul Weller go back to his roots after the demise of the Style Council.

[@markushalfmad]

Killer!!

[@mau8921]

cool as everything Paul Weller plays

[@iklefordsteadshire8776]

Weller 11/10.

[@modmutha]

Well it was a tribute to Steve and I think he does a great job, he wasn't trying to do it like Steve, no one could, even a talent like weller. I love max Beasley on keyboard lookin like he's havin the time of his life , and the backing vocals sound great, even if one of em looks like me nanan.

[@danny3207]

sensational.

[@suesundowner6780]

Well, there is never going to be another Marriott anyway.

[@mod69]

weller f**king nails this marriot classic

[@DrummerRidley101]

Must be nerve racking for any mod like myself to sing such a classic mod tune

[@nickglenister3832]

imitation is the greatest form of flattery.

[@kevincupcake24]

Oh YEAH!!

[@user-dp5ze3vw2r]

Ive no problem with tributes of any description its each to their own but i know what i prefer to listen to and its most definitely Stevie Marriot.

[@Velocistarr237]

Hey, i never knew Lloyd Christmas could play this...

[@ThommyTiernan]

Paul Weller and Steve Mariott are practicaly the same guy :D

[@dianasendt9509]

Drums sound good

[@dalesmart321]

cool

[@zaphodbeeblebrox2799]

The horns really hold this song together much better than the original Marriott version.

[@joshcb3540]

Oh don't say that mate, the purists cock knockers will have your guts because it isn't an exact copy, they don't understand creativity you see, someone (better) like Paul Weller trying to take it somewhere else so its a homage but different enough NOT to come across as a cheap karaoke cover... like the bar bands these tossers watch of a saturday night. Keep the faith

[@krakatoa1200]

Oh No!!!

[@songsterlee]

its fuckin awesome.....

[@paulcolbourne5555]

First it was them then it was the jam

[@wencherd]

RIP STEVE MARRIOT❤