Stevie Ray Vaughan - Riviera Paradise (REACTION)

[@yotaman2112]

You all don’t know how many times I’ve commented to every reaction channel to react to THIS VIDEO and it always falls on deaf ears. I can’t tell you how grateful I am for you guys to do this one. I have often called it a “ grown up song” by SRV. It’s such a shock to see and hear him play such a song totally different from his repertoire. Thank you guys. You gave this old guy a lump in his throat and goosebumps.

[@AirplayBeats]

Thank you for watching!!

[@artkinwa9142]

I totally agree. I have been waiting a long time for someone to react to this song. This is what I listen to when I really want to chill out. Thank you.

[@anthonypirozzi837]

Amen to that

[@aj71169]

@@AirplayBeats imho, this is one of the few where you definitely need to hear the studio version. Add the story behind that part of the session, and a piece of magic was captured that day.

[@AirplayBeats]

@@aj71169 I downloaded the studio version IMMEDIATELY after recording this video. Been playing it ever since

[@RC-NY]

A great loss for music & mankind when SRV left us.

[@HS-hr5wp]

Certain people weren't upset

[@jamesknox7171]

The studio version of this song was recorded in the middle of the night with almost all the lights out in the studio. they asked the engineer if he had enough tape and he said yes. They started recording and SRV had his back to the engineer and after playing for quite a while, the tape was running low. The engineer was trying to get anybody's attention but no luck. They were into the song. Finally, the engineer got Chris Laton's attention and was giving him the "cut" sign. Chris got SRV's attention and gave him the "cut" sign. They wrapped the song up and as soon as the last note faded out, the tape ran out. They did the studio version in one take.

[@johnleonard3806]

Never heard that story. Awesome.

[@Brentstuff549]

Yeah I read a similar version in a book I used to have about Stevie. They had been working so hard on the album . Everyone was so tired that night & in comes Stevie just feeling it. That recording was meant to be.

[@miketracy1064]

And rest of the story..... is the band came in the next day,and listened to it and layered their parts on it.

[@1perfectpitch]

The same guitar that can melt your face can melt your soul.

[@Manup2day]

The sweetest notes to be ever picked on a guitar. Legend!!!!

[@2sc458]

Lenny too.

[@KC-972]

You want to hear the studio version? You basically just heard it this performance is perfect

[@elifaudio1472]

Studio version has better mix for quiet listening, imo. Live is more raw, but still amazing.

[@rickmts]

The most beautiful song SVR has ever done. Immaculate in every way!

[@harryayre9050]

SRV and DT won a Grammy for best contemporary blues Instrumental with this song, It still gives me the chills when Stevie plucks the strings above the nut on the headstock, I played this at my Daughters memorial service and it gave me a peaceful feeling I can't describe. Stevie was on a whole different level

[@bnjslzr]

I 100 percent agree, Rivera Paradise helps heal the souls feeling the worst pain, by giving them a compassionate and empathetic musical hug.

[@adamkhan1480]

Hope you’re doing well after going through something like that. I’m glad you had Stevie to help you through that and i’m glad that we all do.

[@pablozee6359]

It was definitely “in him.” I was lucky enough to see him perform many times around Austin and beyond. Of course he possessed technical prowess through years of obsession and hard work, but when you watched him play, it was apparent that there was an extraordinary amount of innate talent. Even when playing extended solos and improvising, he was never lost or searching where to go next. He was like a conduit connected to something higher and the music flowed through him almost effortlessly. He could crush you with a blistering blues driven hard rock solo, and this song shows he could silence a crowd with beautiful melodies as well. One of a kind.

[@888jimm]

Eric Clapton said that same thing....EC said I have to think where I am going next.... Stevie just goes there

[@ericmcdonough8193]

I, too, was fortunate enough to see him from a few rows back a handful of times in NY. I echo your sentiments 100%

[@leademetriou647]

I was lucky enough to follow him from LIU POST Tilles Center all the way up to Radio City Music Hall. My favorite shows were at the pier in NYC. The audience at every show felt like being with long time friends you never knew. Blessed to have been able to be there.

[@MosaicRose99]

I love the fact that Stevie wrote this song himself. He wrote others as well and it's always a pleasure to see people react to these songs on KZbin.

[@waynekurz1456]

You 2 ROCK. SRV IS THE GOAT....

[@petewade9675]

This entire 89 Austin City Limits concert was D O P E!!! Voodoo Child at this concert was mind blowing!

[@rushfanjames2112]

If you've had a tough day... and we all have em. Riviera Paradise takes you to that place to just reset and get goin again 🎸🙏🏼 Thank you Stevie ❤

[@MosaicRose99]

Man I love Stevie Ray Vaughan. He captivates me with his talent and presence. RIP Stevie.....

[@wesalker3479]

This is in my personal top three from Stevie. Along with "Lenny" and Hendrix's "Little Wing" LIVE, always live.

[@scenicrouteart]

Great picks!

[@Trapper50cal]

That would be my list as well, with the addition of Couldn't Stand the Weather in the 4 spot. :-)

[@charliemac64]

This is the last track from the last studio album that was released while he was still alive. Really makes it poignant when you look at it that way.

[@Donnagilbert6497]

From the “In Step” album.

[@jimralston7562]

Our wedding song 30+ years ago. RIP SRV, hope to hear your Soul again in the next life.

[@thereverendepi_gee565]

I guess you never listened to Vaughan Brothers..

[@charliemac64]

@@thereverendepi_gee565 I guess you go around making incorrect assumptions all day.

[@allenashcroft592]

I've listened to every version of this and this version, live in Texas is the best by far. He was just, in the groove. He is missed so much.

[@seekerofthetruth9805]

Smooth as silk When an artist can transport The Listener to another place thu there soul&passion they have did their job effortlessly and Stevie had bucket loads of that ability.

[@harrietmiller3982]

Couldn't click fast enough when this came up👋👏✌️‼️. This is an original composition by Stevie from his "In Step" album which was his first album after rehab and getting clean and sober. The whole In Step album has several songs conveying the struggles of addiction and the blessings of sobriety. Crossfire, Tightrope, etc. even the title In Step refers to working the AA 12 step program. Touring after rehab Stevie always had someone find where meetings were in the place they would travel to. He was very proud of his hard won sobriety and spent the last 4 years of his life helping and encouraging others to find the peace and happiness he had found. This song is a soothing balm to a weary spirit and imparts understanding of the struggle along with the promise of the rewards of coming out free. That's why in the beginning he dedicated it to "all who are still suffering in any way". And yes Reece🎹🎹‼️🎶Reece is Stevie on the piano💯. Reece joined DT in August of 1985. This was a true Band of Brothers who loved and respected each other very much. Stevie insisted all performance fees be spilt equally between them which was never done. You guys will really love "Lenny" a love song to his ex wife that is truly beautiful. Most people will suggest this one from the El Macombo and it is truly great but hardly anyone reacts to Lenny from his Toyko concert. The camera work and audio/video is excellent and it is my favorite version. I hope you will check it out. Thanks so much for this today guys! It made my day✌️

[@jenniferyorgan4215]

The song Wall of Denial also deals with addiction & sobriety

[@harrietmiller3982]

@@jenniferyorgan4215 yes indeed it does👋💙

[@chrisgreise2006]

I am mesmerized every time I watch and listen to SRV.

[@rickmts]

The most beautiful song SVR has ever done

[@anthonypirozzi837]

What a great loss the day God took steve. R.I.P SRV Also,George Benson ROCKS👍

[@skipjohnson7255]

That man could make that guitar do anything , what a great talent lost way too soon !!

[@lt54iceman]

This was his best concerts, in my opinion..All the songs you watch from this show will blow your minds on what he could do towards the end of his time on earth..

[@Pix2GoStudios]

There is SO much emotion happening in this song! It's simultaneously sultry, smoky, sensual, and sexy, while being bare, soulful, raw, pleading, and desperate. It brings me to tears every time I hear it, for different reasons every time. Probably his best work ever.

[@leonardocartes1253]

This song always, always brings me to tears. It's the melody, Stevie's playing... so heart felt. RIP Stevie.

[@mattpobursky850]

This song is from his last studio album In Step. I think it's the most beautiful song he's ever done. A masterpiece, you should definitely check it out!

[@lanoflores]

This man was smooth as butter, even on a bad day he was perfect....RIP to a legend

[@stephanieprice5029]

Love this slow soulful groove - and Stevie's mastery still shows through. RIP Brother 💔 Everybody shines in this one. Reese does play with Joe 👍

[@stephenkittle6586]

MASTER PIECE BY A MASTERMIND!! 🐐🤯🎸🔥😁😍🐐🤯🎸🔥😁😍🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐

[@maragore3478]

I've watched all your reactions about Stevie Ray and I have to say you two have class, just because you were growing up in the 80"s you two give this man all the respect, say incredible things about his ability to play and all the other comments you guys give and being the hip-hop gen you know excellent sound when you hear it and I am so glad that your ages and the ability to know what you have heard and felt is awesome. So glad I decided to hear your reactions about Stevie Ray, he would be very greatful to know how you two rated him. The lord took Stevie to early, he would of been 68 years old can you imagine what you would of done these past 32 years that he has been gone.? May he rest in enternal sleep and in peace.......R.I.P. Stevie Ray Vaughan.....

[@acemodez3169]

Such a great piano solo. Just when you think it's over, it's goes into another, even cooler part

[@oboogie2]

I enjoyed SRV before I heard this song. However, I was driving back home in my truck one rainy night listening to KFOG 104.5FM when I first heard this song (I enjoyed some of his other songs like "Crossfire," so I don't know why I hadn't heard this one), and it just transported me. This song is what made me a FAN that went and consumed anything he had recorded.

[@Eric-rc3du]

Favorite Stevie Ray Vaughan song, masterpiece

[@KimonoSkunk]

I have a soft spot for this song. Me and my then girlfriend was watching this on video, and at the end of this song during the fade out, I proposed to her. And 20 years later, we are still married and she's my best friend. A true southern belle blonde from North Carolina. This whole concert was incredible. I cried for weeks when Stevie Ray Vaughan when his chopper crashed, and killed him. Cheers guys, Deaf Gryphon ^V^

[@brendaclark8344]

This is my favorite SRV and SRV said it was his. Whenever I am stressed out, I listen to this music and it makes everything better.

[@RazzleDazz72]

Just absolutely beautiful. A timeless piece of art.

[@janishaldeman3339]

SRV - what a gift and what a loss.

[@janawebb6490]

He was truly magical in every way

[@edbennett8257]

Late in his career he matured and learned a valuable lesson from B.B. King, who said that sometimes what you don't play is as important as what you do. He meant that the pauses and silences between notes can be very meaningful. You can see Stevie learn that and incorporate it into his later performances. He constantly improved throughout his live. What could have been?

[@kknightjr62]

Every member of this band is the best!

[@janicez2630]

Always have loved this song. SRV was so amazing. So glad I had the chance to see him on his last tour. Sure do miss him...

[@garya7893]

By far my fav from him Its soft butter on a summers day Smooth as it gets

[@Hawk-ODA212]

Another great review guys. He literally made that guitar cry. Thank you.

[@tonyhao9344]

RIP SRV, Great song Stevie at his best slow groovin from his "In Step" album. I got this in vinyl when it came out and was blown away by this track. Like you guys, it took me to smooth jazz-ville, and with the double stops reminded me of the great George Benson. SRV had a massive bag of tricks to let loose on the world, his light was extinguished much too soon...

[@jm12green31]

A big part of this is Stevie being clean after so many hard years, personally i think his playing is so much better the last couple years before his death

[@troythomas753]

For being a instrumental, this song speaks to me more than any other. Damn I miss Stevie Ray. BTW He used the heaviest strings.

[@JADEGATETIGRESS]

SRV & DOUBLE TROUBLE... UNIFORMLY ELITE In Any Regards, And From All Aspects; Inarguably, Unequivocally On ANOTHER LEVEL!

[@1984Musicforever]

Stevie's brother Jimmy said that Stevie was always pushing himself and that he never heard him play a song the same way twice. Elite creative endurance.

[@PurplePlatypus18]

He truly was one of a kind. What an awesome reaction to an amazing song. Have yall checked out "Life Without you" live from Capitol Theatre or "Hideaway/Rude Mood" live from Montreux 1982 yet? Those are 2 great performances as well.

[@BluesJammer69]

it still make me cry...

[@shellycasbeer3775]

Finally someone reacted to Riviera Paradise. Stevie at his best. Now you must hear Lenny, or Couldn't Stand the Weather or Scuttle Buttin

[@johndrx165]

Such a cool song and it really shows what he can do. Such feel.

[@toddmichelfelder3417]

Absolutely beautiful song!! I saw this live! SRV is incredible and Reese Wynans is absolutely amazing!!

[@lix88440000]

This incredible song always makes me sad... To think that he still had an immense bag of new tricks, insane feeling, insane creativity yet to show. He was yet to reach his peak and he tragically died. It makes me feel like humanity was robbed. He would have revolutionized jazz as well, just like he did with blues. And who knows what else...

[@fjoy3376]

The smile on his face at the end always kills me ❤

[@zylem13]

I'm glad somebody finally did this SRV review! This is the song that got me into Stevie. In the '90s, Alabama A&M's radio station would play it every midnight as I was leaving work. It's still hauntingly beautiful.

[@mikelundquist4596]

This was played on NBC as a tribute to Johnny Carson's son who died tragically in a car crash in 1991. Very emotional tune.

[@robertstockfleth3244]

By far my favorite SRV next to tin pan alley . This shown Stevies versatility . Rock, blues , jazz , even classical . The whole package . RIP Stevie . We reallt miss you .

[@jfcardello]

One of your best reactions to SRV. Love the respect you both have for quality musicians.

[@stingray1383]

He actually played as light as 12s and as heavy as 17s at one point, but for most of his career, Stevie Ray Vaughan's main guitars, his Number One and Lenny that are super legendary, were strung up with 13s-which is probably what you've heard of when you heard about Stevie Ray Vaughan's guitar string gauges in the past ...

[@whiteroses47]

I'm grateful to influencers like yourselves as well, guys, and love your honest reactions. I have been listening/watching videos of SRV all week now and hadn't heard this song. Oh, my oh my! Just when you think it couldn't get any better, it does! Even though this is one of his mellow tunes, he's just as electrifying and passionate. This is a beautiful, soulful tune. Reese Wynans is awesome on the keyboard, too. Stevie Ray had a great band. When Stevie Ray pulled on those strings toward the end (I counted 6 times), he pulled on my heart strings! Oh, my Lord!!! It's so easy to get lost in this song, for that matter, all his songs!

[@markotto9855]

One of the most beautiful vibes ever. RIP Got to see him with Jeff Beck. So blessed

[@ratamacueseven]

One of the most Brilliant Guitarists that has ever set foot on this Earth !!!

[@Gerhoo14167]

To me Stevie was just on another level then the rest of us. Just like Hendrix. Truly missed❤️

[@Pilot545]

Totally nailed it with the George Benson comparison with that one part/rift! As someone who had just graduated college in ‘93, excellent point on this being the beginning of the smooth jazz era of the 90s. 👍🏼

[@valentaestewart8000]

You are THE best reaction channel, it's great to see real musicians react to music.

[@davespears2241]

Stevie always put one jazzy song on each album

[@JasonSmith-ot5pq]

The greatest guitarist ever in my opinion ❤️🙏

[@blkbass1958]

I have watched your SRV journey. I am so happy you guys are giving him the respect he deserves as probably the greatest guitarist of his time. Maybe ever.

[@buddystewart2020]

One of my favorite tracks from Stevie.

[@kecurroj]

Was lucky to have seen him three times in concert. It was always amazing.

[@dmwalker24]

This is peak SRV. The level of nuance, and technique on display here is truly elite. Testament to what can be accomplished if you're willing to spend nearly your whole life with an instrument in your hands.

[@victorcowboywest]

I truly appreciate your understanding of the music and really like your reactions, thier top notch 👌🏾 👍🏾 🖖🏾👊🏾🎶🎶

[@skipjohnson7255]

Just a really clean sound , Stevie was the greatest !

[@syvsinger1]

What a treat, all the way around! One of my top 5 favorite grooves...ever! This carries great memories for me. ❤ Thank you so much for presenting this video, and for your thoughts on it. 😊🎶

[@mik9124]

This is Blues from the Soul in to the Heart ... I still call it very special unic Art of Loving Music , he's given to us to believe in us

[@marcoaguilar2394]

Man you guys keep picking the songs that I want to see you react to. Always look forward to your reactions knowing that you guys appreciate great music and musicians. Keep on going, it gives me something to look forward to.

[@NCRaiderOG12]

I have told my wife that this will be played at my wake. Greatness.

[@danapierson7207]

Absolutely beautiful! Love this song

[@1bigrowdy]

I saw SRV in the beginning he was touring with a female vocalist..His passing truly brought me to tears

[@myownchannel247]

This is on the album In Step, the last album he did with his band Double Trouble. Best live version of this great instrumental ever. Reese Wynans on keyboards 🔥 Tommy Shannon on bass, Chris Layton on drums.

[@larrysellers8811]

I know I’m coming in late with this but the plucking of the string at the head nut you were fascinated with. His Guitar Technician said “ He had fingers like Vise-grips”. A true one of a kind and such a terrible loss for everyone.

[@jackscott5593]

SRV ~ 🎸🐐 THE goat of all goats Chris Layton- Drums Tommy Shannon - Bass Reese Wynans - Keys To my knowledge, the only times Double Trouble wasn't Stevie's band was when he shared the stage with someone else as a guest. 95% of the time, if you're watching Stevie, DT is accompanying him. **Tightrope at Austin City Limits 1989**

[@2sc458]

Yep, SRV could go Blazing Texas Blues and be the most sensitive guitarists, playing with low volume, space and great dynamics, all within the same song.

[@geoffwells5633]

The greatest ever I saw him in Adelaide South Australia in 1985 blew me away he received a standing ovation after his first number Vodoo Chile

[@boydjobe1324]

Riviera Paradise is a Masterpiece and very underappreciated. A song where less is more, way more.

[@SDguitarplayer858]

You guys are fun to watch. Good song choice and yes thats Reece on assorted keyboards 🎹. Don’t forget the legendary Tommy Shannon & Chris Layton aka Double trouble setting the incredible mood. Cosmic vibes im in outer space

[@chrislee6403]

Healing music. When you went to his shows you knew it was special.

[@jessisanchez8150]

SRV - Life Without You, @ The Capital Theatre (85) is probably his best live performance, even more than Texas Flood. He wrote the song for his friend and guitar technician Charlie who built his white guitar and died unexpectedly.

[@irenelopez3390]

❤this song and SRV. RIP🌹

[@alwaysasky6594]

The day I came home & heard on the news SRV died in a helicopter crash, I played this song over and over, crying some hard tears. This was the song I could never listen to & here I am finding this video & I'm crying but with joy because you found this gem. This is beautiful the way yall are playing his videos. Thank you. RIP SRV! You are so damn missed! ❤

[@philzellmer6073]

Gentlemen, great to to see you've discovered SRV!!...One of the greatest ever....taken away from us much too soon....thanks so much for featuring him so that others may hear!!

[@vickieray]

I had this song on repeat during the labor and delivery of my youngest daughter in 1993 ♥️♥️ What a Master SRV was 🎸♥️ This is from his album “In Step” PHENOMENAL ALBUM!!

[@tjmasson1013]

Stevie had some of the strongest fingers of any guitarist. Got every last ounce out the strings

[@HossIsDaBoss]

Tin Pan Alley is another great one. There's a live version with Johnny Copeland if you wanted to keep that live vibe. Also a studio version.

[@michaeldoukas4444]

Stevie was so good, he had to invent ways to make it more interesting and difficult :). A true master.

[@johnleonard3806]

The last of two times I saw SRV was on the Joe Cocker tour. He started his show playing The House is a Rocking behind his back start to finish. The 2nd number was so bluesy I had tears in my eyes and had to sit up in my seat and catch myself because I almost slid off.

[@debbiegrubb6235]

I would give anything to have been at that concert 😢

[@duanewelsh5611]

When I saw Stevie live it was like the music was flowing thru him from beyond. Was at work when I heard on the radio he had died. Went in the bathroom and cried like a baby.

[@moniquesewell2670]

I was on my way to work when I heard. Had to pull my car over I was crying so hard.

[@itchyandred4131]

So beautiful ✌️ this is from the album " in step" I still have this album on cassette 🤯