FIRST TIME HEARING Howard Jones - Like To Get To Know you REACTION

[@bennybob-y8t]

I loved Howard Jones back in the day and still get his songs stuck in my head. He seems like a lovely guy too.

[@SirHilaryManfat]

They say you should never meet your heroes, but Howard Jones is definitely an exception to that rule.

[@Carrie-so3ro]

I can't believe your time with Howard Jones is over! I have enjoyed it SO much. I greedily want you to get to his other big 80s hits as soon as possible. I know that there are a lot of other artists out there you still need to hear (including a lot of others - besides Howard Jones - that I have recommended - BUT....How soon do you think you can do another? The following 3 songs by Howard Jones were also big: "New Song", "Life in One Day", "Everlasting Love" I am so happy that you had this chance to interview our Howard Jones. I know that you did appreciate it (as did I.) 🌟🌟🌟To Howard Jones: Thank-you for taking the time to do this interview with J. & Amber. I can tell the wonderful experience over the 3 different episodes was NOT lost on them. It was not lost on you fans here either! I hope you will continue to check back on the internet & see which songs of yours they discover next.

[@eddiebirdie1545]

Howard you are a beautiful person and were a massive part of my personal 80's, thank you ✌❤🐦.

[@lauriehaven4449]

I'm so thrilled that you have Howard Jones on. I simply adore him and try to see as many of his concerts as I can. The 80's were the best. I'm so happy I experienced it as a teenager.

[@dustinjones8887]

What a treat to have Howard on multiple times this week with different songs and interviews. I love it!

[@nancysmith8626]

Yes! Made my week!

[@DeAnne1233]

I want to take the opportunity to thank the two of you again for creating content for the fans. This has been a treat and I don’t mind admitting this brought happy tears to these old eyes. Dream Into Action was the CD I programmed into my alarm clock radio for my morning wake up music. I also used to play it and dance around the living room with my swaddled babies. I can’t count the number of times over the years that I’ve said ‘Today is a Howard Jones day’ because I knew I needed to lighten my heart and let positive music take me away for an hour. Mr. Howard Jones, if you’ve ever doubted that your music has and still does touch hearts and minds, rest assured that it does for me and many others. I wish you all peace, self awareness and happiness.

[@lindataggart9076]

Well said girl

[@kdmathesen]

Mr. Jones, I don’t know if you will see this, but I would like you to know that your intention to infuse positive, uplifting energy into your music was absolutely received by this very depressed teenager in the 80s (and when little else was getting through). Sending love and sincere gratitude. ❤

[@FictionalPersona]

Thank you so much for featuring Howard Jones. I was a teenager when he hit the charts, and his songs helped me get through some difficult times. I don't think I'm alone in saying this - as you found out, he's such a lovely human being and his songs are uplifting. Thank you too, Howard, for giving us some of your time. I wish you all the best.

[@BulletsandCrypto]

How can you not love HoJo? What a legend! Thanks so much for listening/reacting to his music and for having him on your show! Amazing!

[@raym1477]

Dude is a legend. His first two albums, "Human's Lib" and "Dream Into Action", are synth-pop classics.

[@22tango79]

I would add One to One to that list without reservation. Amazing from start to finish.

[@Bentzel75]

Agree.

[@tylerhackner9731]

Yess more Howard jones

[@nickhaswell6011]

Every song of his has messages its one of the things that defines him A very lovely person and very caring and its always shown in spades I have been a fan right from the start and still am today Wonderful person he truly is

[@ronnix23]

Howard Jones is such a cool down to earth person. Definitely my favorite in your creators series.

[@angelabowman1614]

I still have a Cassette of Howard Jones Music! What is Love is probably my favorite song of his. 😊👍🏼 Things Can Only Get Better is another one that I really like.

[@maha77]

I hope we get to my FAVORITE Howard Jones song: *_'The New Song'_* - pure joy

[@shelleyjackson8793]

Yes that song was iconic!

[@ajakuk1]

New song is my second favorite. I love it. ❤️

[@Owlstretchingtime78]

There's no The in the song title.

[@SugahShy]

I hope you get to listen to Everlasting Love by Howard Jones. Such as feel-good song.

[@mikekling]

Howard Jones was always included in the mix tapes I used to make for my friends growing up in the 80s! I always enjoyed the percussion aspects of his music - same goes for the band Naked Eyes!! This song was from the movie BETTER OFF DEAD which would be a fantastic movie reaction for you both - it's an 80's cult classic with John Cusack in a hilarious role. Love y'all - keep smiling!!

[@bjdefilippo447]

The Buddhism aspect makes a lot of sense, given his unrelenting positive messaging. I imagine that especially given how many musicians we've lost to drugs or other issues, it helps to have a strong sense of self, and a daily practice to center you. Spirituality seems key to that, whichever flavor resonates with you.

[@Spiderific]

This was great. He seems like a really decent human being. I loved his songs in the 80s and it's good to see he's still putting out new music and touring. Hope to see him whenever he tours next ☮️

[@nancysmith8626]

Wow! What a week with Howard Jones! Just a pure joy to see and hear. Thanks, all!

[@JJ-ng4kt]

Very cool to get to hear from Howard Jones and see you two get to hear some new music from him. Much respect to his message and yours J. and Amber!

[@ToeTag1968]

I was blown away that you scored Howard Jones for a live interview and a song. But two songs? Three songs?! Wow. What an amazing experience. LTGTKY is a jam. So upbeat!

[@BardOfAndromeda]

"Hide and Seek" is a great old song of Howard's which I think really demonstrates his spiritual side. I was only about 10 when it came out and didn't really understand the lyrics although i really liked the song. Then it popped up in my randomised playlist a year or two ago and I heard it again for the first time in decades, and it made a lot more sense to me! If you're reading this Howard - thanks for all the great tunes from this nostalgic 80s kid :)

[@nickhaswell6011]

Yep mystical and magical such an incredible song and so different to everything else out there Yeah a masterpiece for sure

[@GaryCain-qf5vi]

Amber and Jay we are so jealous, because you get to hob nob with these famous celebrities, keep it going we love and appreciate it ❤️ Peace✌️ and Love❤️ your 70 year old forever hippie Gary 😅 Another great one Howard!👍

[@TimoDyer]

Like to get to know you well. A sound that was part of British life in 84,85. Also around at the time, Thompson Twins, Talk Talk, Banarama, Frankie Goes to Hollywood.

[@surlechapeau]

saw The Thompson Twins April 1984 and met Thomas Dolby in the audience. Great show!!!

[@rnw2739]

The Thompson Twins were and still are EVERYTHING!! Their music is so sacred to me having loved them since I first heard 'Love On Your Side' in 1983 as a six year old. I believe Howard Jones has toured with Ton Bailey in the last few years an all.

[@TimoDyer]

@@rnw2739 I was a teenager for the early 80s. Thompson Twins, doctor doctor, don't mess with doctor dream, hold me now, you take me up. Lots of energies. Love on your side, my favourite track. Coming through, same period in the charts as Don't mess with doctor dream in 1985 - Gary Human, Change Your Mind. Rick Springfield Celebrate Youth.

[@essbee2316]

I still listen to Talk Talk to this day. Great stuff! Saw them back in the 80’s in Manchester. Brilliant!

[@essbee2316]

I still listen to Talk Talk to this day. Great stuff! Saw them back in the 80’s in Manchester. Brilliant!

[@StevesFunhouse]

This song was featured in one of my most favorite movies, Better Off Dead and I absolutely love it, and where it's featured in the movie.

[@amyk9175]

Me too!

[@StevesFunhouse]

@@amyk9175 Yay, found another kindred spirit 🙌😊!!!

[@amyk9175]

@@StevesFunhouse are you in the BOD Facebook group?

[@StevesFunhouse]

@@amyk9175 NO, I wasn't aware there was one. That's awesome, and I'd be interested in checking it out but I'm not a big FB user, so I don't usually follow groups. Is it a good one ???

[@leemallard]

Great to see HOWARD JONES again for the third time times week, it's been Great, i hope you guys do my FAVORITE Howard Jones song "New Song'

[@nickhaswell6011]

Yep new song really show cases his keyboard skills

[@surlechapeau]

Jay & Amber, hope you get to hear his "Life In One Day" and "New Song" at the concert. Enjoy !!! Bring a pen and paper to write down the songs the three bands play!!! Hopefully they will be added to the setlist wiki. edit- Howard's music is catchy AF, and he has a great voice. His approach to music and his lyrics give him the whole package !!!! A synth-pop pioneer who can play that keyboard!!!

[@DANIGAL101]

Love seeing you guys with HoJo!! This is one of my favorite songs of his. Thank you for the awesome reaction and video!🎉❤

[@bishdizzle67]

I love Howard Jones. He's a good dude and great singer songwriter

[@jimreid4367]

I think now is the perfect time for Howard Jones to re-release this song in 2024 with a video aimed at all the riots and conflicts happening right now around the globe .

[@danielward7008]

No. It's a lovely song but it's very much of its time. It wouldn't sell today. Plus let's not make it political.

[@lindataggart9076]

YES

[@James-wj8eq]

​​@@danielward7008did you live through the time this song was written? Believe me, we needed positive messages. The political climate of the 80's in Britain at least, was just as volatile as today with race riots, high unemployment, the National Front with its frontline skinhead members doing their job for the racist BNP cowards in suits and to top it off a heartless prime minister who couldnt care less for anyone who wasnt aristocracy. So just as today, one cant escape the politic that surrounds us all no matter where we live.

[@danielward7008]

@@James-wj8eq Spare me the lecture please. These songs offer an escape from all the crap that's going on, let's not politicise them 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@robtaylormusic]

With the original video and dancer...

[@jdmkun]

Howard Jones....most under-appreciated artist of our time....his music is amazing and timeless

[@tomtorres212]

This has always been my favourite HJ-song, was released at approx. the same time as Hazell Dean´s 'They say it´s gonna rain'...oh man, i loved those tunes ;)

[@BongbongA99]

I love, 'Pearl In The Shell' - superb!

[@tcarnold6425]

So happy to see Howard reaching new audiences! Still a gent. Still humble and so proud to say we share the same home town. Shout out to High Wycombe, England ❤

[@robertcasso3139]

I love Howard Jones. So many memories come with his songs

[@NPR511]

A hilarious movie recommendation, "Better Off Dead" that features this song.

[@Sportsref13]

Nice day, hot girl fixing your 1970 Camaro SS... listening to Howard Jones

[@therunningmanz5339]

This always reminds me of that movie scene with Lane and the French exchange student fixing his Camaro up. Iconic scene and tune! 😍😁

[@Pistolman1974]

That's how I discovered this song GREAT MOVIE...oh and I want my 2 dollars!

[@mkmstillstackin]

Howard's had so many cool hits! I've forget at times how amazingly catchy his songs tend to be. Thanks so much for having him on again!

[@bjdefilippo447]

Happy happy joy joy joy! Thanks to HoJo, and you Amber & Jay for making this happen. Great beat, great message. P.S. Can confirm it was in the clubs, at least in Cali.

[@danielmankowski922]

Better Off Dead introduced me to this great song!!! 🤗

[@amyk9175]

BOD was one of my favorite movies as a teenager as Howard was one of of my favorite artists. My friend and I just squealed when we heard Like to Get to Know You Well during the fixing the Camaro montage.

[@jaytaylor8589]

What a great song and a great movie. I want my 2 dollars.

[@bigworldddd9566]

This was the BOMB!!!

[@scatton61]

I was a nightclub DJ when Howard Jones released these singles and had a great time playing these tunes and have people dance to them

[@joy-jr7dg]

Thank you for raising the frequency🌟❤️‍🔥✌️

[@moniquecopeland5711]

The live performance he did for you gave me the chills. Really beautiful.

[@jocelynhaeberle1401]

What a fantastic week this is turning out to be! You two, my favorite KZbinrs, and Howard Jones! I mean! Does it get any better? No way! I hope you were able to hit Everlasting Love !! 🤞 But I look forward to ANY H J song! 🥰

[@annother3350]

Howard loves his synthesizers too. A man after my own heart

[@Marcus-Oh-really-yes]

This has been my favorite week of yours with all the Howard Jones interviews and songs! If you already haven't reacted or heard these other Howard songs before you see him in concert, I recommend "Life in One Day" and "New Song" and "Everlasting Love."

[@keithkinkade4265]

Howard Jones is the truth! ✌️❤️‍🔥🤘

[@Mariosilvagt3]

My man Howard Jones he is awesome!

[@kimvillemarette3313]

❤❤❤ Thanks guys Howard Jones is the best❤ ❤❤

[@jamiedianne6778]

These videos with Howard Jones are fab! ❤

[@michaelakkerman407]

Howard is the TRUTH!!!! loved you from the start. 80s baby.

[@alexfletcher5192]

From my home town. I still sing this in the shower from time to time.

[@Seligs]

I get goosebumps every time I hear the chimes being played in this song. So beautiful.

[@fathalfbreed]

I have always liked Howard's hits that have been on the radio, but I've never done a deep dive into his music. Since you had him on this channel I can't tell you how much I enjoyed listening to you guys interact with him and how much of a wonderful human being he is. What a great honor and privilege you have of talking to this beautiful man

[@flares]

I've got a new artist for you called Nik Kershaw, he was around at the same time as Howard Jones, he had loads of top 10 hits, he was similar-ish to Howard but there were differences but he was massive back in that 83-86 era, so yeah, please check out Nik Kershaw - 'I won't let the sun go down on me'.

[@hmsweet5227]

"Wouldn't It Be Good"!

[@suemcglone2151]

I've loved all of these chats with Howard this week! So relaxed and uplifting. And seeing all of his old videos just zooms me right back to my teenage years and early 20s. Great stuff. Thanks to all 3 of you - you made my week a bit brighter 😊👍

[@bjdefilippo447]

For anyone interested, the Billy Joel song he references is Summer, Highland Falls. They say that these are not the best of times But they're the only times I've ever known And I believe there is a time for meditation in cathedrals of our own... For we are always what our situations hand us It's either sadness or euphoria.

[@Redbike961]

I loved Howard Jones in high school. I loved every single song on this album. Great memories!

[@hibhibb5429]

Howard is such a Class Act and an Amazing Human!! Love him!!!

[@AndrewTSq]

He is the king Howard Jones. Love him. So many good songs!

[@traherne6726]

You’re looking good Howard, love from Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@Jude_196]

Just LOVE what a LOVELY PERSON HOWARD IS!!! THANKS, YA'LL!!! GREAT SERIES!!!

[@billnipp2309]

This song was in Better Off Dead. GREAT MOVIE!!!! ty

[@brianonboard6483]

Massive Howard Jones fan since he started, all the Albums, 12 inch records, played them so much.

[@paulraymond-bf8db]

Good song good reaction I enjoyed hearing the stories

[@ryanfeit1420]

This song is in the movie "Better Off Dead" starring John Cusack. It's really funny and would be a great movie to have on your movie channel. It's an 80's comedy classic.

[@JG-hj4nx]

Thanks to you guys and Howard for a great nostalgic week. Lovely to see the old fella doing so well.

[@peterbenson2287]

I enjoy Howard’s music so, and hearing him talk even more! Great, work Jay. Great work, Amber.

[@tinkler4]

I remember hearing this song during the summer Olympics 1984. I brought The 12” Album that had this song on it. Such an 80’s banger!!

[@flon57]

This...What is Love, and Things Can Only Get Better.....his trifecta of his best hits, in my opinion

[@roger1296]

Omg!!!! Love Howard Jones!!!! I was so lucky to see him in concert back in mid 80’s in West Palm Beach, FL!!!! He was amazing live!!!!

[@maureenwagg5305]

Thank you so much for sharing this with everyone. I was a teenager when Howard Jones was on radio. Just love his music and he's a great guy. So much fun that you got to react to his songs with him. His music is timeless. His music was a blast.

[@stemcellactivationguy]

I’ve always loved Howard Jones! How cool is it that you got to interview him!

[@Jobladesuck]

Ah me and my hubby are massive fans of Mr Jones. The early 80s vibe was truly one of a kind

[@NannyB.]

Howard, your voice was amazing then and still is amazing. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@SimplyMariaC]

Howard's music is the best!! I've been a fan since I was a teenager!

[@eddiebirdie1545]

The cadences and flows of this are almost Hip Hop and i love it ✌❤🐦.

[@stevenjwiles]

I did a deep dive and binge that lasted 7 months. Great songwriter.

[@steveyoung2317]

Teen movies all comes to mind. Fun movies with fun songs Better off dead, sixteen candles, etc

[@mysticmavens811]

Woowwie!! What a get!! I’ve loved him since I was 12. He’s the absolute best, congratulations.

[@Pianodean]

These HOJO reactions with the man himself have absolutely delightful. Such a great guy his is!

[@heidichristensen7919]

Howard hits on what makes young reactors’ channels so nostalgic and special to us older folks. I can’t remember the first time I heard Howard or Def Leppard or Level 42 or Midnight Oil (acts that I’ve loved for 30 or 40 years) but I can’t feel that excitement vicariously through your reactions. Keep up the great work!

[@BufordT]

Since you're going to see Howard in concert, be sure to check out the other bands playing with him: Haircut 100 and ABC. Check out "Love Plus One" by Haircut 100. Then "Poison Arrow ' by ABC to get started.

[@hmsweet5227]

I think they already did "Poison Arrow".

[@BufordT]

@@hmsweet5227 you're right and just 2 weeks ago. I don't know how I forgot.

[@masheltonjoe]

My favorite Howard Jones song! It’s definitely on my playlist ❤

[@sirbobdesign]

My Fav Howard Jones song. in My Fav Movie: Better Off Dead

[@JayKay0245]

Howard Jones made so many great songs! Thank you for these videos!!

[@MultiKate4444]

Love Howard Jones. I remember hearing this song when it was released back in 84. The steel drum part really lifted me and made me feel happy. Thanks Howard, for all the great music xxx

[@BonniePicc]

I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed this Howard Jones series! His songs, personality and perspectives brought so much light and so much love! I hope this influences the channel to dive deeper into his collection. A couple of my favorites are Life in One Day and Hide and Seek but there are truly at least 20 more equally high on my list!

[@jeffparadysz8057]

One of my Favorite songs by Howard Jones, Saw him in Worcester Massachusetts back in 1985, it was an amazing show.

[@shelleyjackson8793]

I bobbed a few Howard Jones songs into playlist yesterday after watching your reactions. Of course I listened to him back in the day but I had forgotten how good he is 👏

[@StuartPacker]

Such a groove. The music and Howard's personality 🤍

[@robastle7112]

Love HoJo! Grew up with and been rockin’ to him since the 80’s.

[@thomasinajones6684]

Howard Jones is the gift that keeps on giving! This is another one of my favorites... okay, all his songs are my favorites. Thanks for being so gracious and sharing your time with us. ❤❤

[@Bentzel75]

Really cool to see you talk to one of my childhood favourite artists. I listened to three of his albums a lot.

[@bridgemanjr]

Love Hojo!!! His older stuff was more bouncy, poppy, upbeat, and uptempo. He seems to have drifted away from this as he has gotten older. Save an album or two after in the running. Love him so much. The upbeat stuff makes.my soul sour to cloud 10 in 8th heaven!!!

[@DeAnne1233]

Btw, not sure if anyone noticed that this song came out in 1984; George Michael sampled this cowbell beat for his song I Want Your Sex in 1987.

[@Sportsref13]

Another great reaction, and loved seeing Howard Jones there to see your 1st experience and getting the artist thoughts... So much great music to enjoy

[@timgerke8714]

Used in "Better Off Dead". Silly fun 80's movie you should watch.

[@CryssLuvsMuzik]

OMG! I'm so jealous you got to talk to one of my FAVORITE Artists, on my fave song by him. I still have my album (not vinyl). His voice was great, and the percussion was brilliant!!!❤