Survivor and The Whispers - "Rocking the Eye of the Tiger"

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This May marks the 40th anniversary of "Eye of the Tiger"!
Music used in this mashup:
Survivor - Eye of the Tiger
The Whispers - Rock Steady
Jimi Hendrix - All Along the Watchtower
Dokken (George Lynch) - Mr. Scary
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[@MagicMendez]

Wow.., thank you so much for including us in this wonderful Mashup. Rock Steady is one of our biggest songs.., so it's nice to hear this. 👊🏽🙏🏽🙌🏽 With Respect & Honor, Magic (The Whispers)

[@crnkmnky]

❤️

[@BillMcClintockMashups]

So glad you liked it! Thank you for commenting! Rock Steady is one of my all time favorites.

[@MagicMendez]

@@BillMcClintockMashups The whole group LOVED it, brother!!! We were playing it in the dressing room before we hit the stage, last weekend. The next time we roll through your area, we would love to have you come to the show, as our guest, and hang with us. With Respect & Honor, Magic (The Whispers)

[@BillMcClintockMashups]

@@MagicMendez I would be honored! Next time you're anywhere near Pittsburgh please hit me up here facebook.com/McClintock-Mashups-1518643354912709

[@OGdadpool]

Thank YOU for the classic to begin with, The Whispers (Mendez and crew).

[@royberube4730]

Somehow he manages to make an 80's song sound more 80's.

[@drrockkso8882]

This song is more 80s than Cyndi Lauper doing a line of coke off of a Pac Man arcade cabinet.

[@janiewine9447]

OMGosh heck yeah! 👍

[@censorshipsucks9493]

@@drrockkso8882 while wearing leg warmers, mini skirt, a Swatch, and a Benetton shirt.

[@Glumpsy]

Well of course, it's condensed.

[@woodside4life]

@@drrockkso8882 and I would absolutely pay to see that

[@lifeextensionprogramcreato4033]

1:13 "And we began to rock!" "The eye of the tiger" 🤣🤣🤣

[@soledreamer2007]

Sports reporter: "Clubber Lang, what's your prediction when you start listening to a Bill McClintock mashup?" Clubber Lang: "Prediction? Perfection."

[@ThereIRuinedIt]

Today’s double-release is like a one-two punch to the groin from Mr. T

[@JohnStockton76]

That would be Clubber Lang, fool.

[@littlekingtrashmouth9219]

@@JohnStockton76 do you pity him?

[@nexusyang4832]

I pity the fool not wearing a jock strap for protection.

[@SeymoreSparda]

Funk-Steady? New Tiger Swing? Whatever it is, it fuckin' grooves.

[@joelbrooks3198]

Crazy fool! That's from the A team. Lol

[@kenthawley5990]

That little Hendrix solo fit so well in tempo and tone. Just perfect!

[@kannonmcafee]

The George Lynch outro solo was a surprise and fit perfectly.

[@elmo45]

This needs to be taught in school. You could write an entire book on how these mashups sync up.

[@mariuspoppFM]

McC is a music teacher indeed

[@davidbalentine2110]

I’m not sure which band deserved this more, but both got the attention they deserved. Beautifully done. A public service.

[@Betterman89]

What I love the most about Bill McClintock is that he takes a well-known fact (classic rock and soul-funky music share the same roots) to create a synthesis which sounds so perfect that is beyond time and space

[@xczechr]

Rocky's punches timed with the guitar stings was glorious.

[@claymccoy]

I know, right?

[@jeffreygould101]

I think what often goes underrated in these masterful Mashups are the little extras like having Jimi in there and the closing George Lynch solo. These really help tie everything out into a completely new work. Great job Bill!

[@nlong4028]

Thank you. Was wondering if that was George.

[@mainecrab]

Yeah for real.

[@PlaceStillMatters]

I’m a huge Lynch fan but now that that solo is folded into the “new work” I’m having trouble placing which Dokken song it goes with. So you’re right, it’s a wholly new creation.

[@zls9890]

@@PlaceStillMatters The source is listed under the info for this video

[@caneyebus]

It makes me feel good knowing Bill is an actual music teacher in school and is passing his skill at these subtle things along to the next generation.

[@UndergroundSkat2000]

The most 80s song in the world is this.

[@Bodyknowledge77]

This has medicinal qualities..

[@EM-383]

Hendrix 'Watchtower' solo? Amazing

[@user-ue5jc7mt4g]

Just an amazing addition

[@b.rodclark7349]

The Hendrix and Lynch solos fit perfectly dead in the pocket... LUVIT BILL!😁

[@jeffreypaul9428]

Who knew Eye of the Tiger could be so soothing and lovely?

[@davidwilson1691]

I didn't expect to hear Jimi Hendrix and George Lynch in there as well. You did an amazing job on this one.

[@jimmyplenderleith9471]

Hot damn does that Jimi solo fit well there.....amazing

[@Graggle_Gabagool]

Damn, that Jimi Hendrix solo flows so naturally in this

[@justsumguy2u]

This definitely ranks among one of your best ever. It was so well done that if you didn't know any of these bands, you might actually think this was a real song

[@emilyhutson3571]

this is so much better than the actual eye of the tiger

[@drrockkso8882]

@@emilyhutson3571 Survivor has said in interviews that Eye of the Tiger was hastily written and recorded in a single night in order to meet a deadline for the Rocky III soundtrack, and they were shocked that it ended up became their most popular song. Bill probably spent more time on this mashup than the band spent making the original song itself LOL.

[@James-if3kc]

@@drrockkso8882 I always hear stories like that and I call bullshit on every single one of them. It's always the exact same thing. "Had a deadline to meet, wrote it in a hurry, became their biggest hit." All these stories can't be true. Just read the same thing about The Waitress's "Christmas Rapping".

[@D33Lux]

All songs are great in their own way, but Bill has done something magnificent. Created a whole new genre of music.

[@FrederickObando]

Ahh, wow! And having Jimi casually adding some flavour to the mix was truly an awesome surprise!

[@zls9890]

Who would've thought that the main solo from "Mr Scary" would fit perfectly over "Rock Steady"? 🤯

[@purplehz97]

Brilliant insanity!

[@davelynch4258]

The fade-out on a triple-mashup with the guitar solo on top... NICE touch.

[@eddieavilia2299]

If the whole world was like this it would be a better place. This guy is the King of music mixes.

[@djuneeq214]

This can arguably be the greatest mash of all time.

[@JohnStockton76]

Another McClintock BANGER

[@sirsplintfastthepungent1373]

Mmm, two for Tuesday. Muchas gracias 🍻

[@10INCHCRUSHER]

Dude, you're scary thanks for showing that music of all genres is closer than we realize.

[@jahleeleli3280]

This man Bill McLintock is a musical genius with a very DISTINCT musical ear judged around how he continually mixes music genres by key signature collaborations! He has got to be a former band director or music educator of some sort! Survivor & The Whispers w/ guitar solos from Jimi Hendrix & what looked like the guitarist from Dokken? 💎💎💎💎💎

[@jahleeleli3280]

@@Seed_burn Regardless, Whoever he is, HE has a DISTINCT musical ear to merge musical styles so consistently! I've heard him do Marvin Gaye & Ratt, Van Halen & Earth Wind & Fire, Stevie Wonder & Van Halen, & countless other genre collaborations which leads me to perceive that he has a strong music education/composition/arrangement background. That is my original pretense concerning his "mash ups".

[@rikk319]

@@jahleeleli3280 He's mentioned he teaches music, so he is an educated musician for sure...I don't recall if he said what level, but I wouldn't be surprised if he was a music professor.

[@jahleeleli3280]

@@rikk319 Thank you for the confirmation & feedback 👍👍👍

[@cyberdelicxp9125]

Imagine having Bill as your music teacher!!!

[@jahleeleli3280]

@@cyberdelicxp9125 I AM a 46-year musician with a strong background as a percussion instructor who shares a similar ear for arrangements & composition; that's why I asked about his background. The difference is I don't have the financial freedom & time to pursue similar avenues. He is excellent at what he does.

[@VoxTox]

2 McClintock videos in one day doubles the good in your mood

[@chaddickhaut140]

Good to hear a Rock Steady mashup; haven't heard that gem in a minute and a half.

[@EatsBox]

Ok Bill, Merle was for my Dad who is a mad old school country and western fan. So much so I remember him taking me to a Charley Pride concert during my childhood in Melbourne late 1970s/1980. This one, this one is for me ❤️ Congratulations Bill, you have well and truly won the internet today 🏆

[@Maurgrym]

The beat of Rock Steady goes with many pop songs. This is great.

[@FatBabyCheeks]

These mash ups are what the clubs need!

[@knupug]

While watching today's mashup, I was struck by the interrelatedness of the music genres. And that we're watching different branches of the musical tree being brought together.

[@blackdragon6]

Exactly

[@cbrackman]

Sometimes they write themselves but only Mr McClintock has the balls to put them together!

[@KingKull1971]

Jimi Hendrix and George Lynch it doesn't get any better than that👍🏾

[@arvispinkletter5324]

Omg. I love how survivor's stage set is different than in the other video, to pair with the other partner in the song. Nice touch.

[@wimk961]

To me it makes clear how powerful the vocals of eye of the tiger are. And of course it is a great mash-up.

[@TheUPChannel]

Two unique versions of "Eye of The Tiger" released in one day? I'm sold.

[@philosophicaltool5469]

Bill does this every time.. Just when you're coming to grips with how amazing yet an other new mashup of his is, he trows in yet a third track for a solo, in this case Jimi's virtuoze guitar play, to amp it all up even higher.. Bill, you are such a dude! ❤️

[@MrJett1971]

*virtuoso

[@danielsteinberg7698]

Bill, you are a rhythmic wizard. Your craft has put countless smiles on my face. My Jeannie was tapping her toes to this one. Love ya brother!

[@robertbloom4424]

This is absolutely A+. The solos are icing on the cake!

[@oneluv72]

Survivor and the whispers are going to tour together!!! And I'll be front row!!🎤🎤🎤🎤🎤🎸🎼🎵🎶🎹👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🥊🇺🇸

[@cbostic817]

What is going on in Bills head that he can not only mashup two totally unrelated songs, but their VIDEO’S as well! Well done my friend. WELL DONE.

[@richpeltier9519]

I knew that was Lynch at the end, because he's one of the few guitarists that good that I don't recognize on sight. Rich the Ancient Metal Beast

[@TekedixXx]

Story Time: After I graduated high school, I worked closing shift (4pm-1am) at a gas station. The radio would always play absolute bangers, like Putting on the Ritz, Paula Abdul, and of course The Whispers and Survivor would play; almost daily. This track you put together really brings me back to sitting on the cases of beer in the cooler just to catch a break from a crazy Friday rush. We would get our weekly shipment from the supply company on Fridays, so we were always swamped with customers and inventory. Sometimes, when it's 90 degrees outside, the station is full, and you just finished sweeping up every single cigarette butt out of the parking lot, the only reprieve you had was when you were refilling the drinks from inside the cooler; you got you sit down for a few minutes in the cold. This track feels like when you step out of the drink cooler, the store finally cleared out, the sun is starting to set, and your boss just left for the night. The radio is playing, this track is playing. Great times, considering I was getting 55 hours a week (with overtime) while my colleagues were unemployed. This track really brings me back.

[@PlaceStillMatters]

You can’t ever go wrong with a George Lynch solo! Nice call!!! 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@dvened]

yeah, this one is another absolute masterpiece. The Hendrix solo fits in TOO damn well Love you Bill, never change.

[@LerockJohn]

You're a hell of a Producer, Mr. Bill. Awesome journey for the last four-five years.... You are one of the very, very fortunate few. Thank you for your gift.

[@KenHeron]

Brilliant as always! 🤘😎🤘

[@kaybaumann4989]

Another banger, your mix of R&B and Soul with, rock always hit hard.

[@PeterByker]

Your mashups are the ideal version of America, God bless her

[@monetstallion9363]

This is an incredible piece of music I never knew I needed to hear until now. Like, WOW 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@jasongibson666]

There is hope for humanity! So much joy Bill!

[@marcpledger]

Jesus Bill, leave some eligible ladies for the rest of us, you absolute animal. This is smooth like butter.

[@ginay3803]

these songs bring back good memories

[@djb903]

Love the watchtower solo

[@NeoMegaMan]

Okay see THIS one works well. This was another gold star mash. This one I like, and enthusiastically so!

[@morphississ]

I agree, this is a groovy beat. ^_^

[@i-evi-l]

That literally could not have been any better! I'm in tears.

[@DPhasely]

I never liked the song Eye of the Tiger until now with that back beat and the surprise Hendrix "Watchtower" solo and the George Lynch solo at the end. Great job!

[@pastrychef476]

Likewise..I was never a fan of the song but here it sounds great

[@benjimartinnc]

Another stellar mashup!!! You just made Survivor get funky and soulful!

[@wiseowl2323]

Both are amazing, but this one could have easily been a part of my mom's record collection. Incredible!

[@lancehenegar8323]

LOVE the Mr.Scary solo at the end. That was brilliant placement.

[@hollywooda111]

The Jimmi Solo is the Chefs Kiss to this absolute banger!!!!1

[@johnkruton9708]

If only we could see ROCKY dance the two step up those steps in the movie to this mashup…..so awesome!!!

[@c4darkmane305]

This produced A lot of sensual thrusting to eye of the tiger, I never knew I had it in me.

[@jasoneverett]

🤣

[@marshmower]

Aww. I always liked that bass guitar. Dank Dinka dank...

[@spyrosmoustakopoulos5852]

Now that's how you do a proper double bill equivalent for mashup musical pieces, and you certainly didn't disappoint in that department, Bill, you really didn't. This is one of the best mashup mixes out there, and while "Eye of the Tiger" may not be one of my favourite Rocky anthems, it was certainly a stroke of genius on your part to have it meshed up so well with the other tune so effortlessly, and now I can appreciate both of them in the process. Need I say more of sprinkling little touches here and there, elevating the final result to new high-rolling highs that the rest of us merely catch a glimpse at best? My final verdict? Awesome with a capital A, and banging to the core!

[@disgruntledegghead6923]

Well said! But there is no U in favorite...

[@dogsy5150]

@@disgruntledegghead6923 Depends on where you live mate.

[@disgruntledegghead6923]

@@dogsy5150 favor oorite? or favor it? Doesn't matter where you live, if you read it correctly it doesn't sound right. Sorry, I have a thing for grammar and spelling. Might be the disgruntled in me. Still well said on your part though. Awesome with a capital A, and banging it to the core!

[@raymondabella4684]

Nice one!!! Love the special guests of Hendrix and Lynch!!! I actually played it again just to listen to it as a legit song. As usual, cool stuff!!!👍

[@AGDinCA]

Does your genius know no limits? _Rock Steady_ is such a great song - I am so glad to hear it featured in this awesome mashup!!

[@jukesjointOG]

They just keep getting better!!

[@SexyPimi]

in this universe Rocky won the dance-off

[@trotlinefreddy6211]

We’re not worthy to be on the same planet as the mad genius bill McClintock, but I sure am glad we are.

[@jimjimfreethinker]

How you don't have millions of subscribers is beyond belief!!

[@chemicalcorrosion]

How do you NOT have a trillion subscribers!!! Always makes my day.

[@elainewaller-rose9707]

I like both of these songs a lot but I have to say the combination is straight 🔥. Another McClintock soul-rock masterpiece.

[@davem9445]

This is the second version I'm hearing after Bill Haggard. Gold Star. Top of the class

[@wladimirmarinho-ft2xw]

I'm addicted to your mixes! A friend heard it and asked me: "Wow! What's that sound!? I've never heard anything like it!"

[@ADVikes28]

Having a little cameo from both Jimi Hendrix and George Lynch was awesome on both accounts!

[@LewisMarien]

Two videos in one day? Bless you, Bill.

[@jonathankipp6369]

Awwww man..hitting us with that Jimmy riff…..Perfect haha!

[@drjoshuamc]

This is fantastic, and adding in tJimi and George's solos was incredible

[@perseusjoppa426]

Just delicious to listen to, and to dance to! Tiger Steady 😃

[@FCV0511]

Two of my favorite songs of all time, with some bonus tracks thrown in! I can't believe how good this sounds - as always, you've outdone yourself!

[@ryansetzer694]

Bill has hands down the best mashups on youtube and as another commenter said it would be awesome if they were on Spotify too.

[@SirPulga]

Smooooth refrain! Love it!

[@hrosemd]

George Lynch from out of nowhere. Amazing.

[@DCMarvelMultiverse]

Survivor and Whispers: You had my lust. Jimi enters: Now you have my love.

[@oneluv72]

Whoever remixed these great legendary hits is a genius!! 🎤🎤🎤🎤🎤🎸🎼🎵🎶

[@ShadowWolf2023-yp5zg]

This is something I didn't know I needed in my life. Very cool!

[@BarryAllen-oj3wm]

You take the Whispers, throw a little Survivor in there . . . baby you got a stew goin'! RIP Mr. Weathers

[@Pheno01]

MISTER George Lynch coming in for the KO at the end was just *chef's kiss*

[@darrylbennett4297]

Now the montage in my head just got funkier. Funkalicious indeed

[@samuraicrunchbird]

Some of the mashups I get here seem forced or shoehorned together. Not this one. This one flows naturally from one song to the other, with that extra dash of Hendrix as the 'cherry on top' of it all. Bravo!!

[@rcschmidt668]

What an incredible mash! And a touch of Hendrix too!

[@tosdecol6531]

When the mash up is even better than the two originals👌🏼🙌🏼

[@jordang7278]

This guy is crazy talented

[@ScottFernandezscooter313]

Stop! Along the Watchtower's solo in there was so good 🤘