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[@bigneon_glitter]

This is one of the best guitar Rock tracks of the 1970s - and all-time. It's Art-Pop. It's Glam Rock. It's big guitars in lipstick & sex that stomps. It's complex & new. It breaks every rule. That was the point of Bowie, Sparks, T-Rex, Roxy Music - in 1972, they were killing the '60s to create the 21st century. Take your time. Don't overthink it. Feel it. Keep digging. It'll come to you. And it's genius will take hold.

[@damonhines8187]

Well said, we're from the same era it appears; I first saw and heard them on the Midnight Special, and was, like, WHAT?!!? Relentlessly innovative, witty and willfully daring, challenging(norms,stereotypes, musically), and just different, many respected friends and fellow musicians have expressed their love and admiration for Sparks over the years, and I was glad to come across new material from them in the last year, here on KZbin. They've still got it. ✌😘🎶🎤🎹🎸🔥

[@luisalonsoecheverria]

It’s Sparks music. Singular. Unique. Irreverent. Original.

[@MST3Killa]

When that 70's bottom kicks in... damn if its not one of the best pieces of music of the last century.

[@lorin6673]

Sparks is one of my favorite bands since 1975. They are quirky and brilliant. Please watch the documentary that was recently released called "The Sparks Brothers". It's an amazing look at their career.

[@jamesharper3933]

They're still making music!? They were featured in a 1977 movie called Rollercoaster and the main song they performed at a grand opening of a new coaster in San Diego was Big Boy. I looked them them up to get a bit of history of them and found it interesting.

[@lorin6673]

@@jamesharper3933 Yep, still around. Recently released a movie, " Annette". I saw Rollercoaster in the theater when it came out as a kid. Terrible movie but loved their performance.

[@surfaceten510n]

The Sparks Brothers Doc was one of the best not who or what they are but Why they are, their uniqueness is unobtainable by other bands they are ART.

[@capcolombie3834]

Just go with it, don't overanalyze it. It just is what it is.

[@Wilss]

Don't worry, crowds were all like that in the early 70s. Sparks are one of my favourite artists. They have a very large eclectic repertoire.

[@barriehull7076]

Sparks (formerly Halfnelson) is an American pop and rock duo formed by brothers Ron (keyboards) and Russell Mael (vocals) in Los Angeles. Known for their quirky approach to songwriting,[1] Sparks' music is often accompanied by sophisticated and acerbic lyrics, often about women or Shakespearean literature references,[2] and an idiosyncratic, theatrical stage presence, typified in the contrast between Russell's animated, hyperactive frontman antics and Ron's deadpan scowling. They are also noted for Russell Mael's distinctive wide-ranging voice and Ron Mael's intricate and rhythmic keyboard playing style. They have been much more successful in Europe than in their native US, though they maintain a loyal cult following in the States. Early career highlights included "This Town Ain't Big Enough for Both of Us", which reached No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart in 1974; the disco hit "The Number One Song in Heaven" in 1979, resulting from a collaboration with Giorgio Moroder and marking a stylistic shift towards new wave/synth-pop; "When I'm With You", which topped the Australian and French Singles Charts in 1980; the single "I Predict", which provided Sparks' first appearance on the Billboard Hot 100, reaching No. 60 in May 1982; the 1983 single "Cool Places" with the Go-Go's rhythm guitarist and co vocalist Jane Wiedlin, and "When Do I Get to Sing 'My Way'", which was the top airplay record in Germany for 1994.[3] Their frequently changing styles and visual presentations have kept the band at the forefront of modern, artful pop music.[4][5] The 2002 release of Lil' Beethoven, their "genre-defining opus",[6] as well as Hello Young Lovers (2006, their 20th studio album), Exotic Creatures of the Deep (2008), and their fantasy radio musical The Seduction of Ingmar Bergman (2009-2010) brought Sparks renewed critical and commercial success, and saw them continue to "steer clear of pop conventions".[7]

[@SunnyBlue77]

love 'em! witty in lyrics and music. went on a 3-day trip (from Germany) to London just to see them for their "Balls" tour. They're great!

[@unabhangigkeitfurschottlan1370]

One of America's greatest bands so unique.

[@malingor7042]

Fantastic band! They've been making records for almost 50 years ( including a recent one). Don't get hung up on a ''purpose'' or ''what genre is this''. SOOO many reactors do this instead of just GOING WITH IT. My take is: if you don't ''get'' a song, play it again. Giving up b/c you don't understand it means you never will.

[@damonhines8187]

I second that emoji. 👍😂💞😘🎤🎶🎹🎸🔥

[@annabackman3028]

Almost 50? They released their first album, self-named after their name at the time 'Halfnelson'' 1971. They had recorded an album before that, the in one that unfortunately sometimes is called 'A Woofer in a Tweeter's Clothing', which IS the name of the second released album. That first, unreleased, album was what they tried to sell in to the labels. The one and only that believed in this bunch of guys was Tod Rundgren. But he wanted some changes and better quality, so it was re-recorded and some songs exchangd. However, January 7 , 1967, Ron (keyboard, main songwriter ( was born 1945) and Russell, vocals and some songwriting (was born 1948) and two friends, a married couple, together used the name 'Urban Renewal Project', recorded six-seven songs in a "Rent-per-hour" studio. At least one survived til these days, and is finally released on a real album 2019, the great collection album (the largest set has three CDs) 'The Best of Sparks, Past Tense'. With a comment by the song title "Yes, it has crackles on it. Thank you." The track is directly from their private copy. Name of the song, written 1966 is 'Computer Girl'. -66? The first in message "e-mail" was send from one computer to another -67. Computers were enormous. And these guys pick Computer Girl, not "Robot Girl".

[@JoeScottish]

Brilliant song, shame you didnt get it.... it was a massive UK hit, getting to Number 2 in the Glam Rock era of 1974.

[@stevensprunger3422]

I’m so happy you were active to Sparks I started listening to him back in 1972 in high school and my friend didn’t like them but years later in the 90s he actually was a musician and he end up producing them so diamond sparks you’ll find the very diverse and they go through a lot of different types of genres of music

[@windnchgo]

Your friend produced Sparks?? I am SO jealous!

[@stevensprunger3422]

Yeah John thomas

[@annabackman3028]

​@@stevensprunger3422 Cool!

[@philjan2]

In the seventies there were different sounds. When this came out everyone thought what the hell is this, but as a teen it became iconic and classic of sorts.

[@jamesharper3933]

This band was featured in the 1977 thriller Rollercoaster.

[@waynecox3958]

I am so proud I have all 25 albums they have released in 53 years. Still active and releasing their best stuff now. Most people just don’t get it. Try PERFUME -2006- to see if you might like them more.

[@nightHawk66]

My first band to have as a idol! My older sister had all albums, used to sneak in to her room when she was out and play Sparks. Mid-late 1970. In 1981 I discovered Genesis and Phil Collins.... Sparks is still in my heart, especially the earlier albums.

[@Logitah]

The purpose of this song is to make your heart race and confuse the hell out of you. I am always full of energy after hearing this song.

[@ushermore]

So much in such a short song..such witty lyrics too.

[@happymethehappyone8300]

TRUST ME ON THESE 2 MY MUSIC LOVIN BROTHER,, SPARKS "EATEN BY THE MONSTER OF LOVE" & "ANGST IN MY PANTS"..CLASSICS.

[@annabackman3028]

Edgar Wright used "Your favorite band's favorite band" as under title for his documentary 'The Sparks Brothers'. The amount of influence they have had on so many various musicians is remarkable. Everyone should see 'The Sparks Brothers', should be mandatory 😅! I brought my son (36 at that time) to watch it when it was on theaters. My son's opinion on Sparks was like here, in this reaction, probably even more negative. He didn't leave the theater a full-blooded Sparks fan, but with a totally new perspective on them, and actually really appreciates some songs, of different eras and sounds. "The Rhythm Thief', based on the music, and 'When I'm With You', based mostly on the lyrics. In it's weirdness it holds the strongest text lines ever written. So odd and so uncomfortable. " When I'm with you I never feel like garbage when I'm with you I almost feel like normal when I'm with you" If THAT isn't what it means to love, and BE LOVED for who you ARE, not for what some people THINK you are, I don't know what is. To have all that love lifting you up, boosting your self-confidence. I have a feeling that many of us who fell for Sparks unique style are that kind of persons, that either or both feel like everyone thinks you're an idiot, but also that THEY are stupid and narrow minded. In general, not only about Sparks. In any case, feeling a little misfit. And suddenly you meet somebody else, equally outside of the template. And it doesn't matter what the other people think, because this amazing and clever person says YOU are bright, YOU are the best. The older we get, the less we bother about what other people think of us, but we won't forget that feeling the first time, when we suddenly didn't care about if other people didn't get us! Freedom! And gratefulness to this person who invisibly lifted us. We learned to stand tall for who we are. The down to earth, very concrete, way to express emotions is Ron Mael's greatest asset when it comes to lyrics. Short, straight, up in your face, true and honest. AND humorous at the same time!? (You can find the same kind of honesty and awkwardness in the new 'Nothing Is As Good As They Say It Is' from the latest album, 'The Girl Is Crying In Her Latte', out May 26th.) This became longer than I meant it to be, again 😂.

[@surfaceten510n]

Still influencing bands fifty years on they are the most under rated band ever most people thought they were British for years.

[@PhyllisJay]

This song is big and beautiful and bouncy and bonkers. Long live the Mael brothers. The world is a better place for them.

[@WavesRay]

I've realized after years of being a Sparks fan that it just might be a mindset the exact moment you first hear Sparks. You hate them or you love them. The genius was obvious to me immediately in the lyrics and after you hear multiple albums, the scope of music they use. Keep checking them out, it might come to you. I have so many favorites. Want something different? Check out "Looks, Looks, Looks"

[@maraboo72]

This is one of those songs I remember the first time hearing. Saturday afternoon with my girlfriend listening to one of the few radio shows that were worth listening. This song was even outstanding in a time when there were tons of exciting music. Just to put it in a context: It was released between "Tales from Topographic Oceans" by Yes and "The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway" by Genesis" and between "In A Glass House" and "The Power And The Glory" by Gentle Giant. Cockney Rebel released "The Psychomodo" and Roxy Music had "Counry Life". And amongst stuff like that this song was a fresh sounding earcatcher. Siouxsie and the Banshees covered it. I refused to watch the TV show "disco" though from time to time there were artists I would have listened to under different circumstances. The rest was stuff I would describe as mediocre because I don't want to hurt someone. But the main reason was the guy who presented the show. He was almost everything I always hoped I would never be.

[@SunnyBlue77]

you're being very mysterious. are you talking about Ilja? I liked him. did he do anything wrong? or was it his presentation? I wasn't so fond of the jokes myself but it was bearable. Later, I.Lück was really intolerable.

[@pmccservices]

THe most pericpient stations play this song every Election Day. And while you didn't mention it but surely saw it, the keyboardist always does weird things with his face...and we love it. Fan since the Midnight Special broadcasts.

[@MrsMillwall]

Love love love Sparks, seen them almost every year since the early 70's gotta admit love their guitar stuff better than techno but could do anything and I would love it. ⭐

[@astoriakid41]

@wilburn reactions Sparks is AWESOME~ You are giving a reaction to a song from 1973. Sparks has been around 50 Years & are so very creative. If there is a Cliche Stupid Saying in the world then SPARKS has probably done a song about it. They great in Concert too. IF I am ever in a down Mood~ SPARKS music has a way of lifting my spirits.

[@danielbarrass4402]

Hearing for the first time is a shock to the system but you learn to love it

[@gregseibel3310]

They have been around since the early 70s. First hear them at a kegger back in 72. They are unique and an acquired taste. Give them another shot. Try the song filler up, or amateur hour. The musicians are very talented.

[@haveanicedave1551]

I like this song. Also like Angst in my pants, eaten by the monster of love (both used in the movie Valley Girl 1982) and Armies of the night from Fright Night (1985)

[@eidetecker]

You're facial response at 01:42 is perfect for Sparks.

[@tgforty5]

Uh oh! As soon as I saw you were reacting to this, my first thought was "he ain't gonna like it!" This band is definitely not for everyone. I was a HUGE fan in the 70's when this actually came out, but lost interest in them as the 70's turned into the 80's. Not everyone's cup of tea, but enormously talented and long-lasting (they're still recording!). Russell Mael is an amazing singer with an astonishing range. I would have loved to have heard a Sparks/Freddie Mercury collaboration......now that would have shattered some windows!

[@ashleygraham8781]

Queen supported Sparks in their early days, when Sparks were based in England.

[@gamalon]

It's strange that you have a problem with this song which I find rather accessible and memorable ! It struck me and marked me the first time I heard it when it was released in 1974. Sparks has loads of great songs in their discography and you should listen to them more.

[@johnsrensen3366]

Great tune❤🤘

[@annabackman3028]

Sparks' 26th album, 'The Girl Is Crying In Her Latte' out May 26, 2023!

[@Wungolioth]

I always liked the song Cool Places they did with Jane Wiedlin from The Go Gos.

[@geraintlumley6432]

It looked as though it was a European TV show called Disco? This was their first release and I suppose that Sparks were so out there thatthe crowd didn't know how to react not having heard anything like this before. I think it's great to hear this again. Such fun

[@SunnyBlue77]

'disco' was a german music tv show. mix of german and international musicans. with some jokes inbetween the acts.

[@jerryredding6445]

Pushing the boundaries at the edge of the cliff or musical tightrope walking,

[@jonstrummer6930]

I've loved this song since it first came out, when I was a wee kid of 7 or 8. I didn't have a clue what he was singing about in the verses though, until around 2 weeks ago! Very quirky and funny. Apparently all the verses were originally going to be followed by a well known line from different, famous movies but they just couldn't get it to work when recording it so they just stuck with 'This town....' throughout. Not sure which movie that line comes from though. With the gunshots I'd guess some cowboy movie. Does anyone know? And again, apparently it was originally going to be called Some Like it Hot. True or bollocks? Try Amateur Hour or Never Turn Your Back on Mother Nature.

[@Darius58x]

One of your most interesting reactions Like the song it was all over the place LOL Sparks at theur core are a camp band with overt and subtle humor. To understand them you have to grasp that concept I know you probably didn't understand aall the lyrics but the title alone should make you chuckle Was surprised you was confused by the transitions after hearing the prog bands They were quicker because the song was not 20 mins The arrangement was very sense similar to Phil Spectors wall of sound If you listen to his production on George Harrisons Wah Wah or What Is Life you will see the similarities Even if you don't like it the song made you feel albeit uncomfortable but you had an emotional response and that is thre goal of music My reaction when I first heard it was what is this I was intrigued and curious because of the unusual vocals Then saw them on TV and was crackibg up at keyboard player Ron Maels mugging at the camera You should give it another listen You must admitt it touched a nerve Upon a few listens you will either all out dislike it or at least understand it I will concede they are an acquired taste but considering they are still releasing records and they stsarted around 1972 that is quite an accomplishment Only a handful of groups are still around from them Recentlly a documentary was made about them Here is another track from them a little less busy but still in their m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5-wZHynbpxqgLc

[@jonanderson559]

It's a lot to take in if you haven't heard them before. But they're a unique act with a range that very few bands have - and they're always fun.

[@soterioncoil2163]

Enigmatic music one has to simmer with for the magic to unlock.

[@onsesejoo2605]

Nick Rhodes of Duran Duran has stated that Sparks was one of his influences.

[@commentatron]

If you heard the music when it came out, they definitely captured the zeitgeist of the time; in fact helped create it. They influenced everyone from Queen to Paul McCartney. Kind of a cross between glam rock, art rock and who-knows-what. This 23 minute clip from _Don Kirschner's Rock Concert_ is a classic: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXy4e6OgnZhneZY Or how about when they were introduced by Keith Moon and Ringo Starr on _In Concert_ ? kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqeuYo13bZaXq6M

[@atelierwolfhoek]

Check the cover version by Heavens Gate. They turned it into a Queen song :)

[@herbertbalzac]

You're ready for Cardiacs!

[@kengregory6026]

Classic!!!!! Long live the Mael brothers!!!

[@surlechapeau]

This song did not chart in the US. I remember their song "I Predict", having a more standard song structure. Apparently they charted several songs in the UK. They are an acquired taste I suppose!

[@ronaldcatullus]

The theme is pretty much young people’s sexual angst, which might explain the frantic and almost disjointed presentation of the song. This maybe isn’t the best Sparks song to start with haha. The more conventional ‘Amateur Hour’ has some dope dynamic drums and no breaks like this one, same album. Give their next album Propaganda a listen, Reinforcements was my instant favorite

[@douglasgonzalez7561]

Well! That sure was different. I appreciate the uniqueness of the delivery. His vocal range sounded to me like a merger of Freddy Mercury and Tiny Tim. I’m intrigued enough to go searching for more music by them. I’ve a feeling that I’m going to experience a wild variety of deliveries.

[@peteriuliano5846]

FIRST the lyrics (sung words) are created to make the listener have cognicento feedback, a dissociative identity disorder as though you only get to hear the chorus because they don't want you to have it too easy; then even looking at the band members there's a painting quality where no one reacts, no one moves, very compelling and awkward - and yet there's the gaze of the Mr. Moustache Who keeps You In His Gaze. The Music Is Like Dadaism Manifesto Of What's Unreally Not Real But The Vocalist Is Convinced That He's Performing and perhaps by himself.

[@kylewoolsey6635]

If you have only heard one song by Sparks, you haven't heard Sparks. This is a great one, though. Thanks for giving it a chance. I wouldn't judge the song by the crowd reaction. Btw, you need the lyrics when reacting to this band. If you missed the humor, you only heard half the song.

[@MrLittlelud4]

That show was in Germany I think , the mustache may have been an issue . They were popular with some , I enjoyed the intellectual agility at that time .

[@balthazarbeutelwolf9097]

Regarding the crowd: this was a German music TV show (called "disco"), with a rather mixed line up of international acts and German Schlager (see 1:07). So, the Sparks were a bit too much out there for them, never mind that these 1970s TV music crowds always look rather under-energized.

[@triciasomogyi5431]

❤️❤️❤️❤️👍

[@luisalonsoecheverria]

If you want more accessible Sparks, I recommend the songs When I’m With You, When Do I Get To Sing ‘My Way’, The No. 1 Song in Heaven, Change, I Predict, Popularity, and Music That You Can Dance To. If you want more quirky, I recommend Angst In My Pants, Dick Around, I Wish I Looked A Little Better, Beat The Clock, and Cool Places.

[@theunwantedcritic]

I love you reaction. I will subscribe. But I will say that every time you listen and the more you will appreciate it.

[@CraigJClark]

I’d suggest you try ‘When do I Get to Sing My Way’ from Sparks.

[@lovecyn4ever5]

The only song i know from Sparks is from the vampire film from 1985 "Fright Night" which is good song, but different from their type of music. I can't get into their music, but this song is interesting in a weird way i can't explain. I like the face expressions of the crowd, some perhaps WTF is going on!

[@barriehull7076]

Get used to the fact, if it's in a studio setting the crowd where made to sit still at that period of time. OK mostly.

[@muffinamy83]

So Sparks are still around. They appear in and did all the music for the new Adam Driver movie musical "Annette." It's as weird as you'd expect. I loved it but it's definitely an acquired taste.

[@Lwize]

I only knew of Sparks from 1977's Rollercoaster movie, before they emerged in the 1980's on KROQ in Los Angeles. Take a look at 1979's Tryouts for the Human Race for an uptempo dance track.

[@xlerb_again_to_music7908]

Very memorable; also don't know if I like-it like it. Think.... not. perhaps. How did it do that? Is this glam?? Confused!

[@mainmanjimmiblue]

Maybe check out Siouxsie + the Banshees' version, from one of the best cover albums ever, "Through the Looking Glass." Peace.

[@bangmon1000]

The only song I know from them is "Cool Places", which featured Jane Wiedlin from the Go Go's. This is one of those bands that I have heard a lot about, because they were influenced to other bands. So I know I will find future reactions to this band interesting.

[@lovecyn4ever5]

The only song i know from Sparks is from the vampire film from 1985 "Fright Night" & is nothing like their music. I have to admit their music is out there, weird & different.

[@JimReem]

check out Amateur Hour, another unique song from Sparks.

[@perryedwards4746]

ahhh Sparks... It's gotta be Sweet next...Hellraiser and Blockbuster, Teenage Rampage The thing is back in the 70's it was about being different, not copying other bands...lots of great stuff came out of this time...

[@gandalfshakur8235]

The funniest part of this video was the audience.

[@silverkitty2503]

this song is very influenced by burlesque music and cabaret...mixed with rock ...you can tell the structure is very cabaret

[@domenicgalata1470]

What Ween would have sounded like if they started in the early 70’s.

[@kevinminne1460]

I remember “Sparks” just strange.

[@650Max]

The audience are German, nobody had told them to enjoy themselves.

[@j4wn]

Amateur Hour next :)

[@peteriuliano5846]

Give It A Second Chance: It's Worth It (Vertigo?)

[@Az777]

lol.. you need to check out their 'All you ever think about is sex' song. Metaphors abound.

[@philipmcgee6869]

Genius from sparks. Only Bowie and mid to late Scott Walker tops them

[@ashleygraham8781]

Great band, but like my favourite band (Rush), not everyone will get along with them. Try Suburban Homeboy from their Lil' Beethoven album. It's ace.

[@robrichardson7079]

They are a unique band; try their hit song from the 80s: Cool Places with Jane Wiedlin.

[@trevorchapman1694]

You have to listen to the words to know what songs are about.

[@paulschauerman2052]

Maybe you're over thinking it. It's just a great record.

[@kennethgodwin7769]

Ron and Russell Mael are brothers that are the main part of Sparks. I have to admit that I was never a fan of them. The only song of theirs that I liked was "Now that I own the BBC", it is much different.

[@annmills3163]

🤷🏻‍♀️ eh

[@windnchgo]

Get on the Sparks caravan - their catalog goes very deep across 5 decades. And what makes them totally unique is they produced music across every one of those decades that's not only musically viable but totally innovative and original. I defy anyone to name ANY other artist who's accomplished that over 5 decades! I confess I was drawn to Sparks in the early seventies precisely because they were so weird and different. And I've been following them ever since. 2021 has been a particularly productive year for them - a new documentary covering their entire career came out early this summer and this fall the movie Annette has all music by them and the story was co-written by them also. This accomplishment 50 years into their career - astonishing!

[@windnchgo]

Chod - this video by Edgar Wright (the director of The Sparks Brothers documentary) of his favorite Sparks songs might be helpful to you. Or maybe not - Sparks isn't for everyone. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKWqc5asd9aCgNU

[@windnchgo]

Chod - I highly, highly recommend you see the documentary The Sparks Brothers to get a full understanding of them and their entire musical journey. I have been a fan since the early seventies but even I was astounded at the shear variety of music artists, actors and comedians that are also Sparks fanatics like me. I promise you the movie not only enlighten you about them but you will be hugely entertained. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5CzeKlqeayArMk

[@patrickmcgrath4837]

Hi chod please react to the song ELECTRIC WORRY ( official video)by the band CLUTCH this is a really great song , great channel chod .

[@bradsullivan2495]

Better Sparks song: "Cool Places"

[@WThomas66]

SPARKS- react to "Ugly Guys With Beautiful Girls". 2001 song way more current.

[@ptrlxc]

I don’t remember this group. It looks like the beginnings of glam rock, and I wasn’t into too much glam, what with other top tear groups at the time like Led Zeppelin, Yes, Santana, etc. Glam was an acquired taste, more so for the younger teens, little brothers, etc.

[@digittbr1688]

Dude you're being way too kind to this tripe.

[@teamdata]

That was horrible