Steve Winwood - Dear Mr. Fantasy (Live at PBS Soundstage 2005)

[@chromabotia]

Hammond organ, piano, guitar, and a singer songwriter Steve Winwood is a beast.

[@whiteyguitarrman5211]

Yeah. This is a sick cut. Whew.

[@paulbrown1585]

The reason so many of us have no talent is because he has it all.

[@francesmccarthy]

😅😂😊

[@dustinolson9032]

This song could easily be a #1 hit today if they started playing it over the main stream .

[@plicdat5474]

The swiftness won’t get this

[@PhillipGarcia-t9g]

That's so true 👍 this song rocks beyond its time.

[@ldolphin34]

If Steve ever released a live album, I think this performance would have to be on it. An almost 50 year old song at the time, and he delivers the vocals like he's trying to get it out as a single tomorrow. I always thought of Steve Winwood as a keyboard specialist and songwriter, but I have to throw guitar in to that list. And I don't know what the magic is that his voice hasn't changed after all this time, and I hope it doesn't.

[@paulbrown1585]

You are so right about his voice not changing. Amazing.

[@PhukIT1865]

nah too damn slow

[@petercondos1018]

He sings likes he's 17 years old . Amazing .

[@dirkpittthegreat4559]

I so much agree...excellent

[@coastalgrasslander4511]

when I think of the hours, days of pleasure I’ve had listening to Steve Winwood’s music over the decades, I must say that I am very grateful. thank you, Maestro

[@pabloperez4063]

Viva BLIND FAITH!!!!!

[@davidmaslow399]

Yeah Steve is incredible! Someone said in a comment " I didn't know You played organ "! Can you believe?!😅😎

[@louisgagne6381]

thanks

[@franzkafka77]

Well stated Sir. I second that 1000%

[@jacobkamali8190]

D Dr.

[@jeffreyklebert4106]

Steve truly is a master at his trade! A one man band !

[@melaniamonicacraciun9900]

Let's help friends and give them the best tips for Christmas gifts, here they are my very favorite ones, the music of my childhood, unforgettable indeed. When I was twelve gave me such a sense of freedom..today's teens deserve the same feeling if not... taking the guitar and start playing, learning from the best performers above all. Big loving hug our most beloved music stars of a lifetime Maestro Steve, fans love youuuuu ❤🎉❤

[@9957nite]

Crazy but George Harrison talked him into coming back basicly out of retirement and he didn't think he had anything to offer that people would want too hear and the rest is history . I personally don't think this man will ever be irrelevant musically

[@Hypno_Llama]

It doesn't get better than this and I've searched.

[@eitancooper8240]

Been listening to him for over 50 years. All soul. Never ever gets old.

[@pabloperez4063]

40 and a half exactly in my case, when I was 14 and discovered "BLIND FAITH album

[@ronfisher5259]

First heard Traffic and this song in 67, been amazed by both ever since.

[@marcusteblano6376]

@@ronfisher5259 and don't forget Gimme Some Lovin (Spenser Davis Group) written primarily and sung by Winwood reached #7 in the US in '66 and got a ton of airplay. I thought it was sung by a black guy when I heard it. When I heard the first Traffic album I could scarcely believe it was the same guy- Winwood.

[@calvinking8586]

@@marcusteblano6376 yep, I was right there with you Buddy.

[@ldolphin34]

There have been many artists that are classed as blue-eyed soul, but I want to include Steve Winwood in that list even though he's never cut an R&B single. Pretty much every song he's ever written has a spiritual or emotionally uplifting thread to it. His version of Why Can't We Live Together and other covers that he's done just accentuate the point.

[@KNOCKOUT-CREW]

The drummer is OUTSTANDING. 🏆🏆

[@carlosizidoro5894]

Yes ,very Good.

[@BarbaraWilliams-pf6td]

Love that guitar solo...

[@FeatherstoneApothecary]

I've always loved his unique voice. sounds like he didn't age at all 🤩

[@pabloperez4063]

Whenever I listen to Steve, I feel I am swimming in a sea of joy, and for that reason I can't find my way home

[@patrickbuckley344]

Sounds great- what can I say! A very talented artist☺

[@richardhincemon9423]

He hasn't aged because this video tape recording is 16 years old. It was first shown on TV back in 2005 for PBS soundstage!

[@FeatherstoneApothecary]

@@richardhincemon9423 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKG4YWSBhq6IgK8 I'm sorry, you were saying? I believe he last recorded in 2020 and a true fan would know that. I've listened for many years.

[@patriciawright8786]

I saw him in concert 28 years ago. He was great. He was considered more relevant then. But, he’d been in great bands for 30 years back at that time. Winwood is one of our best & longest Rock Stars!

[@freddiecat7241]

Eight minutes 47 seconds of heaven. I wish you all things good in the coming year 🙏

[@maryjvanderwerken3192]

Luv Stevie, still luv listening to Blind Faith! 🎶😅🎶

[@MelKoon-lj6hp]

Soon to be 72 sure glad to hear this kinda talent & lived with it & enjoy every note 🎵🎶😤

[@mobilepsycho]

This is one of the most talented musicians/composers rock music has ever known. I still think he is often indirectly (or directly) overlooked when speaking of the greats.

[@vinniemoran7362]

Like the way they overlooked him in the R&R Hall of Fame induction performance when Prince stole the show. Millions and millions of views and almost no one knows he's there on the keyboards.

[@Seaker24]

You beat me to it. An under looked genius. Love all his work!

[@nickajk1]

@@vinniemoran7362 prince who

[@NoahmulhallVR]

100% mate

[@nickajk1]

@@vinniemoran7362 who knows s this prince you refer too?

[@MichaelOBrien-z8i]

To think of the Talent he had at just 17years old, when he wrote this song. It's simply Amazing! Thank you Steve from All of us!!! mob🎸☮️

[@GreenManalishiUSA]

For decades, an outstanding singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. Steve Winwood is one of the all-time geniuses of rock.

[@ElvisPretzel-rv3bg]

When i hear Steve perform i become a legend in my own mind and I'm rocking it out on my guitar 😂 ....love this song!

[@DavidMFChapman]

If SW only played keyboards and sang, he’d be considered a genius musician. But he’s a dynamite guitarist on top of all that. Listen to the moods and tones! Much respect here.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

Steve Winwood is a great multi instrumental talent, a great singer/songwriter and producer. I saw Steve Winwood twice live, as the opening act for Tom Petty, in Edmonton and in Calgary, in 2008, and in 2014. This was one of the encores. It was a very good 45 minute set. I'm a longtime fan. Cheers! ✌️

[@wiesawpoinc3260]

Steve Winwood ze swym placzliwym a jakze urokiwym wokalem to brylant ,klejnot w koronie. A z Ericien Claptonem to juz kosmos.

[@allenstaley7252]

Indeed!

[@dwaynewladyka577]

@@wiesawpoinc3260 Dobrze powiedziane. Twoje zdrowie! Wesołych Świąt! ✌️

[@francescozappa5915]

Glad you found out. Merry Christmas!!

[@miss3v3lyn]

It’s 2023 July and I’m still loving me Steve Winwood! Oh, why can’t we just live forever and enjoy peace and pieces like this😢

[@bubbatheking9225]

Over the years I've had to lower keys of songs I do as my voice ages. This guy is doing his tunes in the same key he recorded them! Steve Winwood rocks

[@topixfromthetropix1674]

I worked with Steve on the High Life tour. He was a really nice guy and one of my favourite memories of the tour was Steve and his wife Eugenie would eat crew meal with us every evening. With Steve's pronounced English accent and Euginie's pronounced Nashville accent,..animated exchanges between the two could result is big laughter from their fellow diners.

[@greggkaufman2666]

That is awesome! Down to earth for sure!

[@mick1967]

He’s a musical genius. A master with his voice, on keyboards and on guitar. And in addition to that he’s a very kind and friendly gentleman. I had a brief chat with him after a Zurich gig in 2014, will never forget that.

[@davidmaslow399]

Lucky You mick1967!

[@Hope4mnu]

Good to know he's a kind friendly gentleman despite his fame and talents. Thanks for sharing that.

[@patjoyce7247]

Steve Winwood. An unassuming proper multi talented musician with one of the best yet most underrated soul voices I’ve enjoyed since the mid 60s. Absolutely brilliant.

[@robinhampshire8923]

Classic. It doesn't get better than this! Wherever you are listening....have a great day y'all.

[@oldtimeoutlaw]

Same to you Brother love this song from back in the days of Traffic, heard the DEAD do it twice in concert to. Peace be with you. ROCK ON

[@rcjoe406]

Does the man ever age ...people don't realize how hard Jamin a lead with no bass or rhythm guitar..pure genius

[@gastondeveaux3783]

He sounds amazing, but I hear a bass guitar also.

[@rcjoe406]

@@gastondeveaux3783 maybe keyboard player 🤔

[@Lowendgenerator]

@@rcjoe406 There's definitely a bass player hiding somewhere.

[@rcjoe406]

@@Lowendgenerator nice good ear ...I'm gonna listen to it again with headphones on

[@chucky2569]

No bass guitar..come on man..

[@PDragonLabs]

👍HQ Fidelity Sounding Tune, the keyboards are fa nominal, Drums are the Spot, Wow PBS 88.1, nice job, so much sound... maybe it's just me, but i really enjoyed hearing the song...😂 nice one..

[@PDragonLabs]

I scrolled through some of most of the 569 comments, and yes it looks like everybody had a positive sentiment, WinWood got Tunez...👍

[@jccook5353]

Reminds me of driving up to Peakin Peak from Behrend College on snow covered roads in the 70's in order to be one of the first skiers down the slope. Tokin a little gold Columbian on the way to get in the mood while the cassette deck Traffic played and Steve Winwood. Especially Low Spark. Great times.

[@gloriacole4241]

Always makes me Happy hearing this tune !!! Thankyou!!🌺💥🌺💥🎶💎

[@DerGlaetze]

A God given talent that still has the “it” factor. Listening to him today sounds like he can still belt out those tunes with his strong vocals, a very fine guitar, as well as keyboards. I am in awe. What a gem.

[@jasoncrump1886]

Steve is one of the greatest musicians ever. Appreciate you Steve.

[@KNOCKOUT-CREW]

When your good your good. His voice is STILL AWSOME!

[@Scott-dy2mc]

One of the best rock and rollers of the last two centuries. What a fantastic career. Thank you

[@kaarhildtorset4850]

His voice hasnt change sounds just as great as back in the 60s🎼🎼🎸

[@MatteottiOtto]

I can't wait to see Mr Fantasy. That would be the true sign this mess we are in is passed, it would be the dove after the big flood

[@johndoe43]

Every time he does this tune it is a keeper

[@horsepowerhorsepower3861]

My Favorite, Down to Earth Song....When Your Down...

[@sherriedownes6493]

The best version of this song by far. Steve is phenomenal and I just love the rawness of the drums the drummer is exceptional.

[@grahamedwards2832]

Watch the version at the Crossroads concert

[@richardgoodall8614]

There ain't nobody got anything on Steve Winwood when it comes down to a lead guitar Jam

[@The98Dude]

Not only a keyboardist but a superb guitar player

[@Mattressinsptr]

Co-wrote, sang and played Gimme Some Lovin at 14. Says it all

[@WayneHerndon-fj7bv]

😢 he's absolutely one of the best of you can't beat Steve🎉

[@jerryberkowitz8555]

Everytime he plays the solo, is it just a little different than the others and each one is a masterpiece!

[@classygary]

My Mom bought me my first 45rpm of Gimme Some Lovin when I was about eight years old (I’m now 63 and became a huge fan of Traffic many years later), had no idea @ the time who Steve Winwood was or the Spencer Davis Group etc etc all I knew is I loved that track, especially because it was all over AM radio @ the time … anywho I learned very quickly that sweltering hot summer day… in probably 1966… that you not suppose to leave a Vinyl record on the dashboard of an automobile… because when my dear sweet Mom and I came out from getting a burger n chocolate “frappe”… that record had virtually melted into a shape still yet to be invented. I immediately had my own “meltdown” of sorts, so Mom realizing it was a complete accident… went back into the local record store an purchased me another one and lit up my world again for the third time that particular day . G-d bless you Mom… and Steve Winwood… for giving me some lovin… everyday !!!

[@markbass9402]

I saw Traffic in Santa Monica in about 1971, That is what made me the man I am today. "Plum strung out and Stoned"

[@trevortreasure4896]

SW is a genius as a musician and as a song writer. Every single serious musician who he plays with, knows it (ie.EC). The most underrated rock musician ever.

[@nellfleming11]

I've been a Steve Winwood fan for 50 years. I don't think he's gotten the praise he deserves. John Barleycorn Must Die was my introduction to this great artist. This was loaned to me from a boy named Sam in return for me to get a girl to go out with him. Well the girl said "no" but I never returned the LP. I'm sorry about that Sam but I can reach for it in times like this to calm me. Cheers Mr. Winwood. You're the best medicine I can take as I face abnormal brain CTs due to having barely survived covid.

[@j.gallagher1285]

In my Graduating year of high school the last major assignment was a multi-media presentation for each student. The only media was a record player, the John Barleycorn Must Die album and notes on an overhead about the British historical information that was used to write the album. My English teacher loved it which I could tell by the smile on his face long before the presentation was over. I received an A Plus for the presentation which was the only time I ever got an A+ in high school. I did not find the assignment difficult - it was fun to do. I saw Winwood a few years earlier, in 1969, at a Blind Faith concert in Toronto. I paid $3.50 for my ticket because I couldn't afford $5.00 for the expensive seats. (lol)

[@alanjust]

Absolutely brilliant guys! Awesome!

[@stevewinwoodvideos]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@dennisls2762]

What I enjoy the most, is the last part, drummer watches steve's facial expression to move to the last jam conclusion. Intact

[@larryklawiter9168]

Such a towering talent, guitarist, organist, songwriter, and one of the greatest voices in rock. Spencer Davis Group, Traffic, Blind Faith and beyond.

[@nelsonwalker3866]

One of the best guitar riffs ever!

[@deborahseaman8470]

The man, the myth,the legend, the soundtrack of my life, so f@%$king talented.

[@RussettaSnyder]

It has been a pleasure to be your CIVILIAN GUARD SIR? Thank you from the bottom of my heart

[@rockthesix1679]

Steve nailed down the guitar tone of this tune!!! Cant get enough....

[@SeanWhite-rw4bn]

A class act , for the long haul 💪💪

[@lisacarver3420]

5/31/94 randomly checked into Reno Hilton, opened curtains and there he was performing on stage! Best seats in house! Wow! Great after wedding entertainment! Love you Bobby!

[@sl4983]

That is so cool! Thanks for the story!

[@joeherbert3590]

That riff is up there with comfortably numb -one for the ages.

[@raybeeger1529]

Steve Winwood is a great musician, a soul voice clear and stable, a guitar player who's thinking like a keyboarder and a great, great keyboarder too... I love this man and the music!

[@bobbywolff1274]

LOVE Soundstage - BEST music TV ever!!

[@merlinidlehands3302]

I disagree I had a TV show too with local bands for 17 years I was the best show lol

[@rockthesix1679]

Steve is an absolute Rock Legend!!! I could listen to him forever. What a gift to music.

[@marcjacobscontinued9411]

Couldn't agree more!

[@maryjvanderwerken3192]

I just turned 73, still in shock, how did it happen?!? 73 years from now, I plan to be in the part of heaven where Steve Winwood is playing. 🎶💙🎶☺🎶💙🎶

[@davidkarr4632]

From the first time of hearing Stevie Winwood with The Spencer Davis group Ive been a huge fan of his voice and have followed him ever since. It's a great pleasure to see his guitar playing on Dear Mr. Fantasy......

[@cjk5115]

I've seen Steve Winwood live many times and he's always played this and it never fails to just capture and mesmerize. He's truly a singular talent, so thanks for this wonderful Christmas present. Happy holidays to all fellow Winwood fans!

[@brianandlindafairchild1237]

Same to you

[@williamwalton583]

I'm still play Blind Faith, shitloads of Traffic and even the Spencer Davis Paper Sun, Keep on Running, et al. They don't age. Best part is one of my sons has a playlist like mine

[@McNair39thNC]

Behold the Rock God Child Prodigy that can do it all!!!!🔥 thanks Steve!

[@beamonk]

Saw him in Nashville outdoors, perfect weather 6 feet in front of us right in the middle of stage. He absolutely rocked this song. It was a special night. I was mesmerized.

[@alexandermauder7274]

Steve Winwood, genius at his best. One of the most underrated musicians at all. With Keith Moon's son on drums, epic sensational.

[@jeffbruno6222]

He is not underrated, we all know that is a genius

[@michaelbacigalupi5734]

Wow. Keith’s genes very apparent. Looks like a twin. Dead ringer down to his style of drumming from what I remember. I wonder if he can flip over the set like his dad could.

[@markhoppe7473]

Had no idea that was Keith Moon's kid thank you for sharing that flipping awesome

[@howardgray9068]

@@markhoppe7473 It's not Keith Moon's son, the drummer is Cuban drummer Walfredo Reyes, Keith Moon only had 1 daughter....en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walfredo_Reyes_Jr.

[@howardgray9068]

LOL LOL the drummer is Cuban drummer Walfredo Reyes, Keith Moon never had a son only a daughter....en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walfredo_Reyes_Jr.

[@marabustobusto]

Dear Mr. Winwood, you were, are and will be the best singer and musician ever. You move our souls.

[@brianstevens3963]

Seen this guy 11 times in many different places even overseas during my 20 year career in the Airforce !! always has been one of my favorite performers !! been playing guitar and Bass for 31 years I wish I had this guys tallent

[@rodrigonh]

Wow awesome! Thanks!

[@Atom-56]

Dear Mr Fantasy…. Lyrical and Musical masterpiece. I still have my Album.

[@reinhardwust3648]

Steve Winwood ist ein erstklassiger Musiker, wunderbarer Gitarrist,Sänger ,Komponist u.vieles mehr.Sein Mr.Fantasy ist einfach ein sehr schönes Musikstück.

[@soaringvulture]

Das haben Sie recht.

[@Unpocoloco29]

One of my favorite voices of the ages! Soooo many memories... Thank you!

[@classygary]

My Soul Brother, from another Mother … 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 !!! Bless you Steve Winwood !!!

[@nunfyrbzness1937]

40 thousand head-men couldn't make me change MY mind, mr w ~~ you are a LION among all jungle beasts & we LOVE you /*);-) .

[@ChrisWright2000]

Steve Winwood is a living legend. I have witnessed his music bring tears of joy to people from all Nations, ages and walks of life. Truly an enigmatic all time musical great.

[@billkaldem5099]

Was lucky enough to see him and Eric Clapton together in Dallas years ago. It was great

[@risahall554]

Winwood is the best there is. No one can top him. x

[@pjhunton]

Never heard Winwood on guitar, glad I have now. Love this song, l always loved his voice but thats some beautiful playing right there.

[@deanrowland7247]

Steve Winwood = genius

[@bmojo7118]

Steve Winwood and Neil Young both punch me in the heart, and make my ears happy.

[@rumpledskin7971]

This guy is one of the finest ever all-rounders of the music industry. He even fit in with the post-disco commercial sound of the 1980s with "Back in the High Life" etc. (which wasn't really my jam). But this vintage Traffic stuff clearly is.

[@theglowcloud2215]

It was really disheartening to see what the '80s made people like Winwood do, considering their otherwise immense talent (King Crimson being a notable exception--they were always fucking weird).

[@rumpledskin7971]

@@theglowcloud2215 Agree. Others hit by the disco wave that went commercial during the 'late 1970s-80s (much to my disappointment) are -- Rolling Stones (Emotional Rescue - 1980 - Disco Rock), Tina Turner (Private Dancer - 1984 - Pop Rock), Grateful Dead (Shakedown Street - 1978 - Funk Rock, Disco) Santana (Marathon - 1979 - Latin Disco Funk) and Uriah Heep (Fallen Angel - 1978 - again Disco Rock) to name a few.

[@theglowcloud2215]

@@rumpledskin7971 I'll add 90125 by Yes to that list. "Owner of a Lonely Heart" still gets so much airplay, too.

[@rumpledskin7971]

@@theglowcloud2215 YES. "Owner of a..." is quite the let down from "Roundabout" (Fragile - 1971).

[@fuccasound3897]

Dear Mr Fantasy play us a tune, something to make us all happy.

[@brainscott8198]

He is...lol...live and in living color on PBS.

[@noeangulo8943]

Wuooo!!!!al final ,que fantástica improvisación!! Steve sigue siendo un Genio.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

I remember seeing this performance on TV, many years ago. It's awesome. I saw Steve Winwood twice live, as the opening act for Tom Petty. In Edmonton, Alberta, in 2008 and in Calgary, Alberta, in 2014. Randall Bramlett and Walfredo Reyes Jr are great accompanying musicians to Steve Winwood. Hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Cheers! ✌️❄️☃️🎄🎁⛪🎵🎶🎵🎶🥁🎹🎸

[@pabloperez4063]

Happy new year

[@crackerjack3359]

I would have thought that it would be the other way around. Tom Petty would be opening for Stevie Windward

[@benjaminmitchell5345]

wow

[@canadianroot]

@@crackerjack3359 Any relation to Stevie Leeward? @Dwayne, thank you for posting the personnel. I thought the drummer was outstanding.

[@MrMarkar1959]

and i thought that trip was over🤩flash me back

[@brainscott8198]

It's rare to find someone equally proficient on the guitar and keyboards. Even McCartney can't wail on both like Mr. Steve Winwood! Maybe Prince.

[@markwilliams7091]

Try Prince.

[@daviddunning7724]

I saw him at fillmore west 3 times, great band, professional.

[@revivalworship]

Saw him live in Oakland about 10 years ago. He hit every note like a 20-year-old - just like the early days. . And it took me 15 minutes to notice there was no bass player, he does it all with organ pedals. Crazy talent!

[@MegaSickcat]

How lucky I got to see TRAFFIC at the Fillmore East! Stevie is one amazingly talented guy.

[@citabriaable]

What an exchange between Winwood's guitar and the drummers beat toward the end of that tune...such precision and excellence. These musician's are at the "tippity top" of their game, such incredulity to listen to......WOW !!

[@Darrylizer1]

I gotta give props to Steve: great voice, fantastic keyboard player and fantastic guitarist. The guy can do it all!

[@konradschulze7352]

I am floating while I hear his guitar solo ;- )

[@francoisbouvier7861]

Winwood is beyond fantastic. The longevity and absolute brilliance are amazing. Thank you

[@RHINORyan92]

This was awesome!

[@grangrampa832]

I adore Steve he is a genius ❤️👋👋👋👋

[@jaykay6387]

What a song and artist. Vastly underrated, one of the true greats. That song always takes me back.

[@cliffward2400]

Bloody brilliant.

[@danielenicastrini7730]

Much message to every parts of the world for to be near the music and Winwood Steve.NEVER ALONE.....💗

[@MrLannyh432]

love this song

[@zgfit]

My favorite musician & such a beautiful human being

[@taimeuppe6174]

Steve is one of the best if not THE best rock guy from the 60's and beyond

[@cindyblankfield1961]

I named myself fantasy from the vibe and lyrics of this song always in my heart ❤️ and soul thanks 😊