Sensational Alex Harvey Band - Anthem

[@williamsomerville-b6r]

It's almost midnight on the 31st of December 2023 and I am 71 years old and this song will be played when I have gone but not to early this is my song to be played when my coffin disappears. Anyway no more morbid stuff to all everywhere have a great New Year and as we say in Scotland " Lang may your lum reek "

[@wullieg7269]

when the revolution comes along......

[@gizeh1357]

❤ wish you the best. We all meet in Heaven. Love you ❤

[@alastairGray-q2m]

I am 75. I was one of the pipers from the London Scottish Pipe Band on the recording at the ASpple Studios in London . The gig led to my only appearance to date at the Reading Festival and a short tour of Manchester and Newcastle . All in all a real blast Alex was a lovely guy and we mourne his early passing . I also tentatively choose this for my send-off and my wife wants hotel California

[@GraemeSmillie-c6s]

William, About three years ago I decided upon Anthem as being my Final tune. It is reflective and makes openly cry.

[@ronwood355]

Truly one of the best talent to come out of Scotland Alex and the band never got the recognition they deserved nothing like them today

[@sigurdgha4887]

True, Alex was the equivalent of Frank Zappa and the Allman Brothers Band in originality. And he could quote Brecht! NEXT!!! I played that at my fathers funeral.

[@markwakefield8533]

They couldn't be pigeonholed by the music industry. SAHB never fitted into any one music genre. The powers that be are always wary of artists that can't be conveniently labelled

[@peteralexgoisl6520]

@@sigurdgha4887 hi Sigi alex a Entertainer a Singer of a 🧝‍♂️ of poetic song's and his heart ♥ was on the right side 😪 have a nice day 🐻

[@presterjohn4123]

I’m sitting watching this some 50 years after I first bought the album, The Impossible Dream’ and it simultaneously brings a smile to my face, a lump in my throat and tear to my eye.

[@mikaelellerberg9122]

I'm 68 years. As a musicfan, I must say, this is a masterpiece. It feels in the gets. Sob.

[@andycole3442]

A great rock star oh so poorly underrated and forgotten in the rock world a true rock and roller but sadly unrecognised and should be in the rocknroll hall of fame! I've always loved his music I even named my son Alex after this great man

[@RHR-221b]

💚

[@charlesdoherty104]

Absolutely spot on mate 👍

[@leejamestheliar2085]

A salute to a scotsman who changed the world, but no one ever knew. Have a wonderful life ,a life full of wonder.

[@davesnothereman.9719]

Your comment brings to mind a good book, How the Scots Invented the Modern World. No mention of Alex Harvey changing the world, but it gives you good reasons to wave the Saltire from Ben Nevis or Arthur's Seat or wherever you happen to be. First heard this on Cleveland radio about 1974, and have always loved that guitar solo at 3:10 - wish it was longer. I still have it on vinyl.

[@nicksmart5469]

I wholeheartedly agree! I was born a little late to appreciate his and the band’s talent but if I’d born earlier I surely would! Makes me cry every time I here this tune ! See my comment

[@daviddawson6701]

Pure, unadulterated, perfection... in EVERY way. Lyrically, sonically, vocally, drummingly... sorry I quite forgot my grammar there. And the guitar. Zal, like all great guitarists had his own unmistakeable sound. RIP Alex, you were wonderful.

[@daviddawson6701]

Makes me want to move to Scotland. This and Brexit.

[@paulhayward62]

Well said. It's faultless in my book. Zal's playing is other worldly.

[@thomasbrennan5194]

Makes me proud.

[@thomasschramm3858]

Ich kenne das Lied schon seit meiner Jugend, und heute bin ich ein alter Sack, aber bei diesem Lied bekomme ich immer noch eine Gänsehaut, auch nach 1000 mal gehört, ich liebe dieses Lied, alte Liebe rostet halt nich. Th. Schramm

[@riveraricardo008]

When something bad happens in my life. I listen to this song and remember " Although it's true i'am worried now i won't be worried long." .... And i feel everything bad start to go away. It really is that quick....... RIP Alex. Your music was way before it's time. Great man, great band.

[@geezerbutler5183]

R.I.P. Hugh McKenna. You and cousin Ted will be sorely missed.

[@masterkuffi]

Every time I hear that fucking shit a tear comes to my eye, why Tha fuck every one have to die?

[@allanmoncrieff5579]

Hugh McKenna is still alive and 71 years old.

[@williamb4652]

@@allanmoncrieff5579 I’m afraid that’s not right.

[@RHR-221b]

@@williamb4652 💚

[@Cyclingmasterseller]

Cleveland, Ohio (USA) will always remember the superhero, Alex Harvey! RIP Alex.

[@ricevans2435]

Lucky enough to see them 3 times , didn’t realise at the the time what an honour it was.

[@andycole3442]

The most unsung rock artists of the 70s this man was fantastic and one of the true greats and so forgotten? A true legend and I love him because I named my boy after him !

[@onusgumboot5565]

I have to say, my first impression on sahb was "what the hell is that" but for some reason i found myself listening more and more, and I am completely sold. Sensational is the right word

[@tyranonaut]

I have heard hundreds and hundreds of thousands of songs in my 26 years. When I was a boy my father played this album for me when I was 4 years old and Anthem is the ultimate reward and Alex's magnum opus. Alex Harvey is one of the few I would ever dare say is one of my idols. If you can understand the beauty and importance of this song then your life will forever be enriched by his message and his music. Although it's true, I'm worried now, I wont be worried long. Thank you Dad and thank you Alex.

[@alancanham2956]

Great comment

[@JamesBond-si7xs]

Well written my friend. I was still at school when I heard the live album, I was completely blown away by it, and, seeing them perform in the legendary Christmas shows still lives with me . I’ve seen many bands in my almost 60 years… from Queen to nirvana ,and, that gig has remained vivid .

[@mcdaid..]

Great coment

[@garyyoung8476]

Superb comment. SAHB are flawless.

[@christinesutcliffechrisnhe2706]

Saw these at cheapness Hall Rochdake many years.. Awesome..

[@louiseiloveshane]

This video always makes me sad especially the pictures of the newspapers saying Alex died he was a great and very talented man and thanks to him I have very happy memories of me and my dad dancing around the front room and singing to his songs when I was a child

[@cunobelinusX31]

I am that dad aswell, I have 4 kids, they all like Alex Harvey!

[@elwolf8536]

My dad got me into sahb =)

[@deejannemeiurffnicht1791]

nothing like being with Dad and a chorus of ''Ain't nothing like a gang bang'', or ''next'', is there?

[@lordflyerofdragonsruston5097]

Man you’re making me freaking making me sad it’s hell it’s bad enough the history is being shown this guy was great way better than T Rex

[@RHR-221b]

@@deejannemeiurffnicht1791 Seek some kind of help, Slime.

[@leo-on-fire]

Adorable music - adorable band. Loved it at the age of 15 - love it now at 65

[@robsco1249]

Being a Nazareth fan, I once went from Italy to Dumferline at the pub near the Church...there were lots of posters of Nazareth and SAHB. This Song Is One of their best tunes.

[@SAHB]

And you are so kindly mad then

[@mickthemerciless9694]

What a great song and arrangement. Not heard this for forty years. Gave me the chills. Thank you Alex and SAHB.

[@jazzhastings3137]

Brilliant thing to say

[@angusdesire]

Beautiful. As a Scot, this tune breaks my heart. My mammy loved it, my grannie too. I saw Alex live in the 70's and pass this music on to my kids here in Sofia. Forever Scotland, forever SAHB.

[@johnsymons8246]

Saw them in Guildford a few times probably 73/74 brilliant and theatrical. Once seen never forgotten.

[@mrwolf29]

I discovered them just a while ago, and it is a pity that quite no-one knows this great band! better late then ever!! such great songs and great charisma! thank you Alex!

[@MrDutchuk]

Well i was fortunate to see them live a few times and have theit albums a incredible band with stage presence so out of this world miss them so much.

[@magsk6721]

Came from my neck of the woods ,my brother was a fan and I also ! He was a one off ,great band Alex was unique ! Wish he lived longer ,amazing 😪 taken too soon 💔

[@williamsomerville-b6r]

I saw SAHB when they were just Tear Gas way back in the late 60's early 70's before they hooked up with Alex we saw them at the Buckhaven miners welfare in Fife Scotland.

[@elatomico7791]

Great video! Such a beautiful song, SAHB is criminally underrated.

[@malegrissusran8847]

Not for me ! He is still in my Top Five !!

[@otaku1524]

Going to add this to list of songs to play at my homegoing service! Scotland's gift to the bloody world!

[@nomorecocktails]

Saw them at Parkhead in 1975? along with Little Feat and the Who. SAHB blew everyone away apart from the Who. An amazing band and a wonderful showman.

[@jeffersonjefferson9836]

My favourest number a Greatest Harveyyyowngerrrohhh!!!))))))

[@georgebrown6540]

One of the best Scottish bands ever, saw them live a few times, this is one of their best Rip Alex

[@mikeschmelzer9733]

I love the guitar solo in this song. What a tragically misunderstood band. There is something to be said for unique!Saw them mid seventies, opening for Jethro Full. Never forgot them! Great band!!!

[@geoffreycarson2311]

I Loved THE TULL !!!!BUT I MISSED IT 😣I WAS TOLD SEEN SLAYED EM 😨😮😂That SAYS IT ALL ✌👏g

[@geoffreycarson2311]

They Slayed EM g

[@andycole3442]

A true great rock star which we no longer have with our boring pc brigade of boring pop stars who have nil personality or talent

[@anthonylavelle4078]

Glasgow boys ' rough and ready!

[@nicholasdunkerley1645]

Alex was amazing , different , inspiring , entertaining , challenging , creating , saying " you can do this ! " .An awesome man .

[@davidhowie800]

Had the privilege and the pleasure of seeing him and the band live in the Appolo Glasgow in 1975 fabulous live performance.

[@widgeasha]

What an amazing man. What an amazing band!

[@brianwaite6310]

To have seen him perform live always left me with a sense of awe, to be able to hold an audience in the palm of your hand. Amazing and indeed Sensational.

[@stuartgallacher9949]

Saw them on several occasions. Always a great show. Much underrated band that would blow a lot of today's wanna be,s away

[@steventyreman3642]

Such an underrated awesome artist and band,,,they were in a different class that's why many just didn't get them,,,Alex you're the best for me and I've seen some awesome bands but if I could I would see Sahb again ,,,bless you all ❤❤❤❤😊😊

[@DarrenGroves]

For me, this song is up there with some of the best ever made. Moves me.

[@Lionheart27-y1g]

Ich liebe dieses Lied, seit ich es zum ersten Mal gehört habe, vor ungefähr 30 Jahren. Habe es oft gehört seitdem und das ich es wiederentdeckt habe ist wunderbar!! 🌼 Love and Peace to all of You!! ❣️

[@pda3095]

I’m English but been going to Scotland since 1978, I love the country and the people, this is going to be played at my funeral, sometimes it’s in my head all day, amazing,original band that never got the recognition they deserved. Great to see Zal still going strong.

[@garyyoung8476]

Zal still playing as well as ever. It's a shame for music that Alex and others died so young.

[@rhonamacqueen7009]

Well. Fuck. They were a great band. I'm gutted that I'm too young to have seen them live.He had this knack of being able to make you hear the story within lyrics - just look at the Delilah cover.Completely underrated band and artist. I'll forever listen guys, thank you for the tunes. RIP ALEX

[@jamesrichards3183]

this song should have been played all over scotland at midnight on new years eve.

[@brianmcardle8420]

Saw him do it live absolutely blown away gone but never forgotten

[@petersaula2304]

@@brianmcardle8420 Takes a back seat as the piper and gal singer takes over. Southend Kursaal.

[@smudgersmith2650]

I never get tired of telling people how.great SAHB are - their live shows were awesome!

[@alexkrim1880]

UFUCKINGBELEIVEABLE SONG!!! If I were stranded on a mountaintop, this would be a song I couldn't live without. Thanx for sharing.

[@EdExploresScotland]

One of those tunes that dances in your head. Oh how I wish I'd seen the Sensational Alex Harvey Band.

[@larryledbetter2959]

Great tribute to a great man, thanks Jeff.

[@mooserosser]

One of the greatest musical and theatrical geniuses that we have ever seen - much lamented. Not a bum track, IMHO.

[@omanmc]

Thank you. A great tribute, indeed.

[@nicksmart5469]

II was born a tad too late to appreciate Alex but this song and the footage that accompanies it really set the mood for the greatness of the man and his career! I’ve loved his music now for 25 years or so and it still sounds wonderful albeit a bit melancholic! God bless you man wherever you are!

[@stephenrice4554]

I must have seen SAHB at least 6 times around the country . His passing was great sorrow . The whole band were phenomenal.

[@alanbrooks7195]

One of the best songs I’ve heard raw ,emotional goes to every part of my body absoulute genius

[@steviejones2571]

I introduced him to my kids in the 90`s , which they were blown away by re their never-to-be-repeated UNIQUENESS .... akin to Bowie, among others who passionately Blaze their own trail ,,,, XXXXXX

[@widgeasha]

+Stevie Jones How did you manage that? He died one day before his forty seventh birthday in 1982.

[@dalex8126]

widgeasha He introduced him to sahb back then ya dick...he obviously didn't take his kids to see them live!! most of the music I love is either before I was born or when I would've been too young to appreciate. I did go to see SAHB in early 90s in Inverness with Maggie Bell on vocals (taggart theme?) still brilliant but hardly anyone else turned up it was SAF (sad as fuck)

[@gordonmathers6489]

dalex I saw them in late 90's . Alex nephew singing. About 200 people. Band ok but just seemed to be going through motions

[@curtiscollins8275]

awesome

[@paulbradley337]

First saw SAHB IN 1976, Manchester Palace. Music was captivating & love song's ever since. Sadly he died at a very young age. Missed by millions.

[@vinylsol]

I want this at my funeral. I want them to play the whole track and to start carrying me out as the second half begins at 4:57. Magic.

[@RushStElane]

THE SENSATIONAL ALEX HARVEY BAND!! 👏 BEST BAND EVER AND PERFORMANCE..I've seen their Video when I was a kid back in the Philippines, The performance is totally different from other band..It's very intertain..it looks like you're watching theatrical..AWESOME!!

[@normansmithers8708]

THIS SONG SHOULD BE PLAYED EVERY YEAR IN SCOTLAND ON NEW YEARS EVE JUST BEFORE MIDNIGHT ALONG WITH ABBA'S 'ARRIVAL'.

[@badgermacfeegal618]

My brother texted me earlier tonight and recommended Alex Harvey Band, and specifically this song. I'm in my 60's and have never heard of this band before. Why do I get the feeling I have missed out on something utterly awesome?

[@bobl310]

My friend, you have…. But Welcome. Brothers we are and it is never too late

[@Ceorolus]

Thanks to the Burns Howff in Glasgow I/we saw the SAHB play live and on such a very small raised corner stage, They were superb. Pints went down, cigarettes smoked, music played, fighting paused, the drama played out and an unforgettable night was had by all. Carpe Diem!

[@roycraggs3822]

The band I truly regret not seeing live. Alex was a one off. A composer, and rock star, who's stage theatrics and delivery set the scene for each song. This particular track is a fave, from fade in to fade out. Stunning guitar, great percussion underpinning the track, and the sublime Vicky Silva on backing vocals. This track has depth and presence, and I love it as much today, as when I first heard it on the vinyl LP that my brother in law made sure was part of my musical education. Thanks Stuart.

[@geoffreycarson2311]

THE REBEL WITH !!!a CAUSE !!!GENIUS FRONT MAN 😁R.I.P. Alex the LEGEND Lives on a LIFELONG Fan g

[@10Fokker]

i went to england last week from zebruge i was thinking of you alex all day as i drove up to yorkshire miss yyou

[@stevenclark2719]

my son is 13 years old and i've only just realised that i named him after this man. this song to me is one of the most beautiful ever written. damn this band were sensational. Update..... whilst driving along boring my boy senseless with my musical taste one day he said to me " i don't hate all of your music dad, i like that one with the bagpipes at the end" My life is complete :)

[@snayderpazsoldan3954]

Great song 👏👏👏

[@katiecliffe5134]

Just brilliant.Well done and THANKYOU>X

[@ronperry1870]

Loved in the 1970s loved them now brilliant Video

[@andycole3442]

This great artist is so unrecognised as a great rock and roll pioneer and so punk well before punk happened and believe me I'm as punk as they come this man is the grandaddy of British punk!

[@dw01056]

Fantastic tribute.

[@stephenmckinstrey3461]

Last of the teenage idols great man grest bang gbnf

[@Kevin-mx1vi]

Alex Harvey was like your favourite uncle who was also a bad-ass pirate, school teacher, and super hero. Saw the SAHB twice, and saw Anthem performed once. Those soaring vocals by Vicky daSilva, then the pipe band marching on stage was the ultimate surprise !

[@chrismorgan7494]

Every summer I go on a lonely drinking binge with Alex. RIP.

[@michelmorin2489]

Je viens de recevoir 2 albums en cd ,bon Souvenir de jeunesse que j'avais en vynil !

[@s13hgp]

A True R & R Great. RIP Alex .

[@Banzo_]

First time hearing this. Thought of my dad and not Alex Harvey. That's what great music does: puts a reflection on yourself.

[@archiewiseman7615]

A PURE GENIUS

[@TheDansirman]

Three Gone....Just Two Left ......RIP Ted , Hugh and Alex

[@sarsfieldabu]

Had a good friend who passed away a while ago and we were discussing whether to play the tomahawk kid or anthem first or last. Love the old sensational to bits.

[@charlesdoherty104]

Both great great SAHB songs

[@kennethkuk4351]

Saw the band at Cleveland Music Hall w/deceased wife of 7 years around 1975 Marionette tour. High school sweethearts, we re-met after 35 years, Our first concert of many ! I became 64 years of age on Turkey day. Alex passed far too young, other members living much longer..

[@n55ffc]

Alex was a "one off" one of the greats.

[@mrlucky777]

nice job with this,it brought a tear to my eyes but put a smile in my heart.

[@mikaelellerberg9122]

Forever missed. Sob.

[@sovaine]

What a great fucking band...they looked ace, sounded ace..and the memories are still ace....happy days entertainment at its very best:-)

[@10Fokker]

pure genius still sounds great what about a new national anthem for scotland

[@fenrissalba7329]

How about Fandabbydozy by The Krankies.

[@alancanham2956]

@@fenrissalba7329 Oh stop it lol

[@davesnothereman.9719]

Caledonia by Dougie MacLean?

[@probablygraham]

A couple of Alexisms: I knew we had to say goodbye / When I felt that warmth against my thigh / Hey - is that you pissing on my leg? Remember this, boys and girls. When your freedom comes along - don't piss in the water supply. Some great pics and footage there. Thanks.

[@davidedgar8573]

Saw this Legend many times at The Mayfair in Newcastle.....what a performer....Zal and Vambo are still going strong

[@geoffreycarson2311]

R.I.P. ALEX the OLDEST TEENAGER IN TOWN !!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍✌👊👏SENSATIONAL BAND Brilliant FRONTMAN / UNIQUE TALENT GOD BLESS ALEX HARVEY g

[@iancrockert5110]

Fantastic !!

[@joelhoward8211]

Great song. Moving

[@frank3244]

R.I.P Alex

[@FSM46AND2]

My dad did a lot of things wrong. Really wrong. But he gave me Alex Harvey. All is forgiven. RIP dad.

[@alancanham2956]

Wonderful!

[@peterqvarnstrom7510]

Heart. This is a so great song.

70,509 who know what rock and roll is about. Alex was the best and hus SAHB.

[@tomohawkkid]

So bloody good

[@darrballl]

pure genius.

[@TheCamelotta]

Fucken Amazing! I grew up with this guy! A real Glasgow legend 💚❤️

[@peteralexgoisl6520]

I love this stuff 🎼

[@stevedorefromtyneside9993]

Masterpiece.

[@PureBlood42]

He (they) was/were so much bigger than their fame. They will always truly be Somethin' Else.

[@joerfc3250]

Am 19 and alex harvey is my favourite band💙

[@radiooutback943]

19 years old and listening to Alex Harvey? Hallelujah, there is hope

[@chewnyloon6002]

Truth in artistry, genius

[@watertestboy]

Love this video.. makes me want to reverse my vasectomy so I can name my son after him!!!

[@frankkrank3970]

46 FFS ........ if there was ever a tune to be carried into a funeral service - this is it!

[@porkfrog2785]

My Fav SAHB song, but the version over there>>>> kills this one