The Band And The Staples - The Weight | REACTION

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[@IrishKack]

Ima get that shirt! ✌️

[@jamelakajamal]

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[@IrishKack]

Thanks 😊

[@lennyvalure5829]

Me too!

[@JasonNation72]

This video was from The Last Waltz, a concert movie directed by Martin Scorcese, it would be The Band's last ever concert together. Great choice, Jamel!

[@dbitgood1]

Respect Yourself and I'll Take You There by the Staple Singers!

[@wessparkmon2395]

Mavis Staples has one of the greatest voices of all time, but when Pops starts singing, we all go to church

[@iDEATH]

I'm an atheist and I still endorse this message.

[@lgpsan]

J. Patrick Pote me too. I appreciate “soul” as the expression of something deeply human

[@jimwiater2867]

Mick jager asked Pops if he could marry Mavis. Pops said no

[@mikemaricle9941]

@@jimwiater2867 That was Bob Dylan.

[@theschweik4070]

Excellent comment!

[@kevinwaters5872]

This song captures 200 years of American music. Soul , blues , country and rock. All in one unforgettable performance.

[@charleybarley914]

The Staples are a foundational family of American music

[@SpiroFleecy]

Yet The Band was Canadian

[@jeffbenedict7908]

Rolling Stone magazine appropriately placed this song in the top 50 of ALL songs ever recorded. By the way, The Band was originally Bob Dylan's band before going on alone. RIP Levon Helm. The coolest dude that ever lived.

[@gerrypeters50]

The Band was originally Ronny Hawkins band before they back up Bob Dylan. They are all from Canada except Levon Helm the drummer.

[@lisaeischens2352]

The band that was famous for “Dylan going electronic “ with the actor from Home Improvement playing the drums (Mickey Jones).

[@gerrypeters50]

@@lisaeischens2352 The Hawks, as they were know then, backed up Dylan during 1965's electric tour. Levon Helm quit the tour and Micky Jones was asked to sit in for the balance of the 66 tour.

[@TheDivayenta]

My little high school rock band was pretty hip as we had this song in our repertoire in ‘69!

[@tinknal6449]

Everyone knows the song, no one knows the title....

[@pv3Hpv3p]

"If this don't move your soul... You might be soul-less" Brilliantly said

[@78rpmblog]

if this don't move your soul .... I'm sorry, but then you are probably even dead. Great reaction video

[@2bteachable2]

This is what happens when you combine the harmonies of The Band and The Staples Singers, and the lead singing of Levon Helm and Mavis Staples.

[@BeaverVision]

And Rick Danko on bass

[@colleenwood8220]

Levon Helms player Loretta Lynn’s father in Coal Miner Daughter.

[@jackndew2]

@@colleenwood8220 Yup, and he also played the preacher in the Steven Segal movie 'Fire down below'.

[@hectorsmommy1717]

And don't forget the verse Pops Staples sang.

[@michaelsmith-iu1be]

@@jackndew2 And the gun expert in Shooter with Markie Mark. Shortly before he died I believe.

[@cazgerald9471]

This was Martin Scorsese's film "The Last Waltz" of The Band's final concert - many great performances by lots of artists.

[@terpjh4634]

My husband introduced me to The Last Waltz our first Thanksgiving together. We’ve listened every Thanksgiving Eve since 1992. Now we watch with our kids.

[@CryssLuvsMuzik]

Thx for that. I'll be looking for it.

[@azuraroycroft2419]

Favorite concert!

[@prissy499]

I don’t think this is from the Last Waltz, but great performance nevertheless. No audience shots and background is different

[@08191906]

Correct you are, sir. Though not part of the actual San Francisco concert this IS a performance filmed for Scorcece's TLW. I bought the DVD decades ago and it STILL has not gotten old.

[@juanaboynkin1196]

Mavis Staples is 82 years of age and is still performing. Go hear her while you still can.

[@petehealy9819]

Fifty years after I first heard this song hanging out at a buddy's house back in high school, I still get tears in my eyes whenever I hear it. What a masterpiece, and thanks for reacting to it.

[@robinlathim8221]

I feel the same way.

[@RCullis47]

For me, this is THE definitive version of, "The Weight". A classic. What a blending of talents..

[@christopherhughes9787]

Even better than the original. Richer and fuller.

[@jenniferjack4346]

Aretha & Duane Allman's is good too! That slide guitar

[@davidkris]

@@jenniferjack4346 This is what I came to say. Duane's slide guitar adds so much emotion, and then Aretha! hot damn she is pushing the bounds of that microphones limits and all the rawness just exudes from the recording like it was live right in front of you. Please @Jamel_AKA_Jamal give this recording of this great song a shot.

[@jenniferjack4346]

@@davidkris well said sir, a gentleman and a scholar! Know what I'm listening to this weekend

[@davidkris]

@@jenniferjack4346 Put's a smile on my face!! Enjoy your evening my Internet comment friend!

[@Lynndane]

The Staple Singers who sing I'll Take You There. I love this version.

[@sinenominecc]

"I'll Take You There" would be well worth a reaction. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6TPZXRvnb94qtE

[@jerrysmith543]

Try reacting to this song by Playing For Change. Or All Along the Watchtower or anything by Playing for Change.

[@troubleondemand7703]

And Do It Again!

[@imtallpaul]

Here's a local St, Louis artist remake from around 1988, you may enjoy it, kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXncZpyLa9h3sLc

[@ExileOnDaytonStreet]

Other great Staples Singers songs: - I'll Take You There - Respect Yourself - If You're Ready (Come Go With Me) - Oh La De Da (this one is great live) - Black Boy (a single that Roebuck "Pops" Staples did)

[@aceofbassmoore7093]

when Pops finishes his verse, his daughter gives him the sweetest look...i LOVE her and them.

[@murraywestenskow2896]

Pops was battling memory issues at the end - if you watch her while he sings - she's holding on - but when he brings it home with annalee at the end of his part - she smiles a smile of pride/relief.

[@aceofbassmoore7093]

@@murraywestenskow2896 she is beautiful...i'm in love with her...

[@murraywestenskow2896]

@@aceofbassmoore7093 - my wish for you - is that she loves you too.

[@mikethatcher4205]

On of the best songs, ever. Levon said he had the best seat in the room, he got to watch the band and the audience at the same time. So miss Richard, Rick, and Levon. Life will never be as good without them.

[@treebeard8475]

Wow beautiful 🤙

[@JoeKentMagic]

I met and talked to Pops Staples in a Memphis grocery store many years ago ... he was a sweet old man and a great talent ... may GOD Bless his Soul.

[@sunsungoaway]

I remember seeing him in David Byrne's movie "True Stories"

[@Morkennick]

“The Night they drove old Dixie Down” is a great tune by the Band that you would enjoy.

[@phgemini1501]

Joan baez's version is so much better

[@samsizemore570]

You gotta do the live version

[@RoboticsNShenanigans]

@@phgemini1501 ...let's not go there

[@cliffthelightning]

@@phgemini1501 Lol no.

[@michaelstapp6324]

@@phgemini1501 gems in the house...🤟🤘 twice

[@buffikit]

This song never fails to move me, I shed a tear every single time. ❤️ The Band never made a bad song.

[@HK-wv4hr]

You know that’s the truth!

[@yeahbee8237]

Doesnt matter how many times I listen to this song. Chills and goosebumps EVERY time

[@devincate6371]

Every single time!

[@bapples]

This is from the movie “The Last Waltz” which documented the farewell concert of the Band in 1976 - then they recorded some extra material in the studio, which is where this is from. Try the Staples Singers - Respect Yourself

[@StephBer1]

I remember seeing "The Last Waltz" when I was 18 in an arthouse movie theatre about 10 years after it was released. I really loved it.

[@ZedralZ]

@@StephBer1 It's sooo good. I watch it every Thanksgiving.

[@Skraboing649]

Great movie. Directed by Martin Scorsese.

[@StephBer1]

@@Skraboing649 Wow. I had no idea. Thanks.

[@StephBer1]

@connie baldwin it was in The Big Chill. I loved that movie too.

[@mitchellsklar8452]

"If this don't move your soul, you might be soulless" Perfect, Jamel, just perfect.

[@jeremyleneave5618]

The Band is life yo. I play their songs everytime i play live

[@adiedo]

Bruh, this is a classic song which has been done many times and The Staples/Mavis have done it many times. A great version is when they sang with Marty Stuart who is a country artist who is really the caretaker of the history of country/blues and a family friend of the Staples family. Mavis is a jewel and she keeps on recording. There is a great documentary on her life out called "Mavis" and you need to check it. The Band was an amazing band with some members passing on like Levon Helm the drummer and others like Robbie Robertson still active.

[@user-cd7ds7cs3z]

The Band was ground breaking. And Levon Helm, dummer and vocalist extroadinaire. And Mavis Staples, what a treasure! RIP Robbie Robertson and Levon. You will be missed. Pops Staples is music royalty.

[@robertanderson9460]

Crazy that Eric Clapton always wanted to be in the Band even when he was in Cream. The band is the only group I have a poster of on my wall, which being born in the 90s is a rarity

[@bigogarland7325]

Who don't love the Band??? They are the kind of band I can see at the old country store sitting on the porch just jamming out..

[@thehawkpodcast4295]

The Staple Singers were outstanding! A father and his 3 daughters.

[@steveshaw5765]

JERRY LAYTON pops

[@dimedraweriv258]

The late great Levon Helm on drums/vocals. The legendary Mavis Staples from the Staples , and on bass/vocals that's the late Rick Danko. Legend has it that Rick did about 3 lines of coke before he did this lol. He was feeling good😉

[@douglasgawitt8818]

I heard that also. Danko’s vocals adds so much to the song.

[@michaelloveland1330]

I severely doubt only "three". Our boys loved to party. What a great film, great music, great stories!

[@Harry_Gurvich]

"Hey, if this don't move your soul, you may be soul-less." Best YT quote ever, imo

[@kostapetridis3402]

I love that an 80% Canadian brought the sounds of the south and joined both black and white traditions and voices to create beauty.

[@bobmarley8270]

Great song, you also need "the Night They Drove Old Dixie Down" and "Cripple Creek"

[@nickhill8612]

Great tunes.

[@coryhoerner7715]

Yes

[@willdwyer6782]

I like Joan Baez's rendition of The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down, probably because it's the first one I heard.

[@dimedraweriv258]

Absolutely!

[@karaminalee]

Will Dwyer, Aaaaaaaahhhhh!!! THANK YOU for mentioning my girl, Joan!! I’ve been dying to hear Jamel discover her!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ddvaia]

The Band was Bob Dylan's first backing band when he went electric.

[@GrainneCarney]

well Bob couldn't just have any old band backing up the goat. Had to be _The_ Band.

[@Gardeninggirl1107]

before that they were Ronnie Hawkin's back up band :)

[@GrainneCarney]

@@Gardeninggirl1107 when they were The Hawks if memory serves. Bob didnt initially hire the whole band.

[@Cookie-gs9bt]

HaraTaiki bobs first electric band was mike Bloomfield and members of the butterfield blues band at new port folk festival

[@Gardeninggirl1107]

@@GrainneCarney nope, Levon was 1st since they needed a really good drummer. Robbie 2nd then Rick. Can't remember whether Garth or Richard was 4th or 5th.

[@vigilantmoth7947]

I'm a Buddhist. This song with the Staples and the Band, makes me want to pray.

[@sianwarwick633]

My gosh. Pops Staples. Phew so gentle. I could cry. I'm pretty old, never heard this version before

[@kcgibbs]

The Staples Singers, Dad and 3 daughters “I’ll Take You There” “Respect Yourself”

[@CheekyPseudonym]

I learned something new Thank you

[@jeriolsen336]

Don't forget "Let's Do It Again"! Mavis & Pops MADE this version the best!

[@darrenmacdonald1499]

I know "I'll Take You There" by General Public, and "Respect Yourself" as done by Bruce Willis. I'll have to check out the originals, Thanx.

[@ambientpizzavstheworld883]

You can’t go wrong with anything on the stax label!

[@jx14aby]

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[@johnmyers5315]

Fun fact about this song. it starts with "I pulled into Nazareth, was feelin' about half past dead" When Robbie wrote this he was playing a Martin guitar, looked in the sound hole and saw the "Made in Nazareth, Pennsylvania" label.

[@mrdanforth3744]

The story I heard was that the band was on tour and they took a detour to visit the Martin plant in Nazareth but got there too late, after they closed for the night.

[@johnmyers5315]

@@mrdanforth3744 Thanks, either story is intriguing and awesome. I recalled mine from a Martin ad, but that was decades ago.

[@nozecone]

Isn't that from "The Usual Suspects"?

[@MS-rc8vr]

I melt when the Staples singers kick it in. One of the best performances of all time.

[@garrymoore2161]

67 yr old white man here. Throughout my life I've heard some voices that never leave my mind. Pops Staple opens his mouth and you stop breathing loud so you can listen.

[@masterofsparkshwy6974]

You should take an evening and watch " The Last Waltz" with "The Band" and the coolest guests ever, best musical movie I've ever watched, only time I can ever recall seeing Bob Dylan smile.

[@patrickjudd7001]

"Up on Cripple Creek",and "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down"...

[@DanFan2042]

Two of the best songs ever....sir, you have excellent taste!

[@valeriegresham5435]

Ophelia

[@louise1887]

This is pure, soulful joy. I love The Band, especially Levon's voice--and the Staples. The charisma and voice of Mavis... and then when Pops comes in. Incredible.

[@prbrown88]

my favourite moment in this song is Rick Danko's verse (the last guy that sings solo), he just radiates so much passion when he sings.

[@kennethlatham3133]

He was special. I love his spotlight Band number, "Makes No Difference".

[@elizabethschastain6575]

Love that too....it's not "The Weight" without Danko singing the 4th verse...Other artists who cover "The Weight" botch it by omitting the 5th verse. *Denver & *Cocker

[@gregfagan199]

Rick was definitely the coolest member of The Band. He had that signature bop while playing his bass.

[@ecarteringram]

Met Rick's 1st wife Grace this past year at the dog park. Beautiful long gray hair; I said to her she looked like Grace Slick, and she giggled. Started talking music, and after I mentioned Janis Joplin, she says she was married to Rick Danko from 68 to 80?. I had recently watched the Festival Express film, where Rick and Janis lead a drunkin acoustic jam session . There was two unique people!. Grace had nothing bad to say about Rick. Truly loved him

[@elizabethschastain6575]

Me too...It's not "The Weight" without Danko singing the 'Crazy Chester 4 verse.

[@mejustme6944]

When Pops Staples sings it touches my soul 😊

[@terpjh4634]

Amen

[@phishman2012]

I love watching Rick Danko deliver his verse.

[@adrock1011]

Danko was so cool

[@vandeolkon]

Died way too young!!

[@gregusmc2868]

Absolutely. Helm and Danko -well, all of them-were incredible but his line “Wait a minute Chester you know I’m a peaceful man!” always gives me chills. Saw the band with Dylan and the Dead in the mid-80s and it was a fantastic night to say the least.

[@leftchicago]

I give Rick a ton of credit but mostly for his loping bass lines that made The Band's song pop right along.

[@jr13227]

Cocaine

[@rebeccadavis3522]

For the 50th anniversary of this song Robbie Robertson the lead guitarist and songwriter of The Weight did a rendition of this song with musicians from around the world preforming all together at one time! It was FABULOUS! Well worth the time to watch the video!

[@dannylynnmcmullan6320]

Check out "Playing for Change" Features Robbie Robertson & Ringo Starr.

[@coreyculbertson5036]

Playing for Change is amazing

[@rhapsodyinglue8758]

Levin Helm had a hand in the birth of Rock and Roll. He was insanely gifted, everyone wanted to play with him. He was an amazing actor as well. His cameo in Shooter was sublime

[@marksterner7532]

He played Loretta's father in "Coal Miner's Daughter", and was so moving, so outstanding!

[@jrdlabs]

The Staple Singers were a legendary gospel group who crossed over to the secular market. Their songs always had a message. Unfortunately, with the passage of time, this video was from 1976, Levon Helm, the singing drummer for The Band has passed (2012), Pops Staples (2000), Cleotha Staples (2013), and Yvonne Staples (2018) have also passed. However, Mavis Staples, the lead singer and hand clapper on the video is still going strong. She recently turned 81!!

[@danadnauseam]

RIch Danko and Richard Manuel, the bassist and pianist for the Band, are also no longer with us.

[@THEATREofPAIN270]

The Late Great Levon Helm on drums & vocals. "R.I.P." "The Pink House"

[@AdamLeone-tt8cf]

Hey Jamal, it’s me again that 63 year old white man I check in from time to time. I’m so glad you bring up this music, yes during the 60s and 70s there was much trouble in our nation so much like there is today but black and whites got together put their differences together and created music meaningful music. I have so many staple singer albums pop staples I could sit and listen to him all day. So with Robbie Robinson gone things finally come to an end. Thank you so much for letting me speak my mind God bless

[@lisaeischens2352]

I love Rick Danko’s base and vocals and with Levon Helms together they just have such a warm and unique sound. Mavis is such a powerful woman with that voice of fire!

[@Sanjuro.]

This is From "The Last Waltz" it was The Bands last concert and featured many other artists like Neil Young, Bob Dylan, DrJon, Eric Clapton an many others. Literally any song from this concert by anyone is fantastic This was a 2 neck guitar/mandolin other ones are 2 neck 6 string/12 string guitars you really should check out more from this concert (the last waltz, its a concert documnetary film by martin scorsese)

[@Stasiaflonase]

The combination of Van Morrison and The Band on ‘Caravan’ is BEAUTIFUL!!!!!

[@andmour1]

I have to watch it every few years and I've been around since day one.

[@tiamaat2387]

Didn't Neil Young do that "blue blue windows" song , love that song

[@whulmef]

Joni stole the show

[@patrickmcevoy5080]

If you liked the Staples, try "I'll take you there" or "Respect Yourself" - classic soul!

[@paulab9538]

Yep..he definitely needs to check out "I"ll Take You There". I could listen to it again (and again). As a matter of fact.....

[@atomicpunk520]

Muscle Shoals early start & success took off with the Staples. Great doc. about muscle shoals on youtube, everyone should watch a lil, really good.

[@petooui]

Staple Family Singers had crossover hits in the 70's but their hearts are definitely in Gospel. They have magnificent vocals that take my breath away. The Father has passed I believe but the sisters are fantastic.

[@michellegirlie]

Speaking the TRUTH!!

[@JoeKentMagic]

*MEMPHIS SOUL* !!

[@alexstroud3854]

It's amazing how a Canadian band captured the American south so well.

[@haroldroberts6962]

LEVON HELM IS FROM MISSOURI

[@briano.5746]

@@haroldroberts6962 I heard Arkansas but close enough LOL!

[@haroldroberts6962]

YOU ARE CORRECT, HE WAS BORN IN ELAINE, ARKANSAS

[@terryomalley1974]

@@haroldroberts6962 That's right, but the rest of the band are Canadian.

[@scottblakey1603]

Levon was not Canadian. Arkansas I believe...maybe Oklahoma.

[@johnhutchison5892]

No to mention Miss Mavis is on a whole separate level. One of the greatest voices of all time!

[@ronalddobis6782]

Any performance from this film "The Last Waltz". Directed by Martin Scorsese it is probably the best concert film of all time.

[@Trafficcream]

This is a fact

[@thaddaeusjohn]

Absolute truth

[@shaneblondie7145]

Truth.. Best concert film ever.

[@richardeast3328]

I like it too, but Levon didn't like it at all.

[@bruceharlick3322]

No doubt about it.. the finest. I got to see it on the 50th anniversary of its release, with Robbie Robertson introducing it. Fantastic night!

[@richardhenderson1634]

Mavis Staples is one of the most respected vocalists of all time, sang a lot of Gospel with Aretha,,,,a treasure!

[@kimfield7335]

Mavis is massively underrated. Awesome talent!!!

[@juliepanebianco846]

The look Jamel has when Rick Danko starts to testify- sing- is priceless 🙌💫⭐️

[@LuAnnHeston]

The Last Waltz, what a concert! I've been in love with Levon, forever RIP. Beautiful rendition of this song!

[@javamama4270]

Jamel looks into the camera - “Is that the Staples?” I look back and say “Yes.” Out loud. In my own house. But I still feel like he heard me. 😎

[@realsouthernmamayall8711]

Me too ;)

[@MrJohnr47]

I did also.

[@snicky58]

😄 Glad it wasn't just me!

[@mrmockatoo6786]

Guilty. Yep!

[@stephaniewhite5644]

Me too! Lol! I said yes! To him when he asked, just like he was right there and he could see me!

[@firstname4337]

The Staple Singers are freaking awesome "Respect Yourself" "I'll Take You There" are two of their greatest songs

[@Jamesdylandean]

One of the greatest performances, ever!

[@bluebirdconundrum]

I'm not a big watcher of reaction videos, but Jamel's sincere appreciation of great music really sets his videos apart. I'm so glad he got to react to this song. I wish I could hear it for the first time again. In the original recording of this song, Levon Helm (the drummer) sings the first three verses, Rick Danko (the bassist) sings the fourth, and they harmonize on the fifth. Here, Mavis Staples takes the second verse from Helm and Pops Staples takes the third, and as would be expected they nail their parts. The performance is almost otherworldly. Jamel's reaction when Rick Danko comes in is amusing; Jamel wasn't expecting yet another singer, but that was always Danko's verse. As much as I adore the voices of Levon Helm and Richard Manuel, I think Danko was The Band's best and most dynamic singer. Putting the golden pipes of Pops Staples right before Danko was a masterstroke of production. Levon Helm, Richard Manuel, Pops Staples, and Rick Danko are all gone now; the only lead singer from these two groups that is still alive is Mavis Staples. Long may she carry on with that incredible voice.

[@leekosmin8788]

When Pops finishes singing his verse, the look of love that his daughter gives him is beautiful. The best version of a song for the ages.

[@pabsts____3964]

I’ve never noticed that before and I’ve watched this video and the original video way too many times. Thank you!

[@leekosmin8788]

@@pabsts____3964 My pleasure. Saw the film at the cinema when it first came out and noticed it then. Probably wouldn't have noticed it on a small screen. Stay Safe.

[@michaelfinlay6341]

Pops was the best. That's why The Band wanted The Staples, and why Levon, Robertson, etc were at the top of their game.

[@leekosmin8788]

@@michaelfinlay6341 Heard Mavis on a radio interview last year. She said that The Band knew Staples songs that her and the family had forgotten about. She said that Levon insisted on calling Pops, Roebuck, which was his real name, although nobody else called him that. Was on BBC Radio, possibly Sounds of the 70s.

[@judyshope8120]

I keep going back to this song and reaction! I just love it. Music is medicinal! Goosebumps for sure!

[@-R.Gray-]

The movie "The Last Waltz" was directed by Martin Scorsese and is The Band playing with about 15 other guest stars to mark the breakup of the band. The Band formed as Ronnie Hawkins' backup band when he moved north to become a regular in the Toronto music scene, and they are all Canadians except for drummer Levon Helm. When Bob Dylan went from acoustic to electric they toured as his band, and he would just introduce them onstage as "the band", so they just continued to call themselves that. The movie, released in 1978, with its combination of live performances and interviews with band members is still considered one of the best rock movies ever. Also see all of the Y.Tube interview segments of singer/guitarist Robbie Robertson talking about his experiences. The double necked guitar is just a 6 string neck plus a 12 string neck, like Jimmy Page and Alex Lifeson sometimes use. They don't usually play them the whole night because of - the weight.

[@marleybob3157]

Anything with Dylan and The Band is worthwhile (See The Basement Tapes). While we're at it, you need to start reacting to Bob Dylan.

[@scottmelligan1281]

I have not seen Alex Lifeson from Rush with the D-Necked guitar. BUT, Rik Emmet of Triumph did/does carry one. Both bands are three-man from Toronto, Canada. Triumph was cool, but had a real short life span. Rush...the rest is history...

[@joejohnson2683]

You have to watch the movie!!!!!!!!!!

[@mem1701movies]

Well this is a fitting song for him to play it! The WEIGHT

[@bobthebear1246]

I see what you did there. Also, thanks for all that info.

[@LuAnnHeston]

The Band , they were amazing, so underrated... They were amazing.

[@josbruls]

"If this don't move your soul, you might be soulless" - spot on!

[@rileyearl1]

"Stage Fright" is another one on The Last Waltz that will give you goose bumps!

[@neilkapelka2557]

Levon Helm, Mavis Staples, & Pops Staples. You’ve found musical heaven Jamel!

[@MattMonk]

Pops Staples tends to have that affect on people, straight goosebumps, the voice on that man.

[@TheFacrecords]

This is arguably the greatest live recording ever, and I’m not the only one who thinks it. There’s inspiration gifted from so many different genres, coming together from every direction to create the perfect musical performance. I’d suggest we’re all better for knowing it. Thanks for reviewing this- chin chin!

[@chrissemones6195]

You’d also love the night they drove ole Dixie down. Drummer Levon Helm’s iconic live performance.

[@nadionmediagroup]

From last waltz. Absolutely. I’m a drummer who sings. I find it easy by accident. Others struggle. Just accidental really. But I could never pull off the subtleties of the ghost noes, military rolls and tempo / rhythm swaps while nailing a fairly decent range of vocals. He was from space that guy, so good. Kinda like ringo, you notice him because you kind of don’t. His playing inhabits the song, not merely moves it from verse to chorus. Underrated the both. Not by drummers tho, which should really tell you enough.

[@philipschroeder410]

You absolutely have to watch “ The Night they Drove old Dixie Down” from the Last Waltz show.

[@projectpete19]

Amazing song

[@barbaracollins385]

The most powerful song evet written and reformed. 59 years later, we should all be listening to the words.

[@aletheiadavidson3857]

I absolutely understand your reaction when Pops Staples sings.... The Staples and The Band are two of my favorites. Tears comes to my eyes every time I hear the harmonies of this song..! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Marcus-Oh-really-yes]

You should react to the Staples Singers two No. 1 hits, "I'll Take You There" from 1972 and "Let's Do It Again" from 1975.

[@k.l2977]

We have to give Mavis Staples all her flowers while she’s still here with us.

[@Tyler_3]

The Band is definitely a band worth exploring. Ophelia, The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down, Evangeline (with emmylou Harris), King Harvest and so many more. Their blend of roots, blues, country, soul and rock is so cool and unique. Aretha Franklin also covered this song (with a pre Allman Bros Duane Allman playing guitar) it's a great version too.

[@briandwiggins1576]

Great comment.

[@Akentrophyta]

Any exploration of The Band starts with the basement tapes

[@Tyler_3]

@@Akentrophyta of course, how could I forget. That era of Dylan is honestly probably my favorite. It always amazed me how these so called "progressives" were so hostile towards Dylan when he went electric when lyrically, he was still writing FABULOUS songs. Ironic how the "progressives" and "free thinkers" were so close minded.

[@mwa9113]

With the current controversy about Confederate statues, The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down deserves a second look. Love the song but it definitely humanizes the confederate solider. One might even say that glorifies the south.

[@Tyler_3]

@@mwa9113 I disagree, but I'm not going to tell anybody how to think. I've listened to that song hundreds of times, because I'm a huge fan of The Band and I never got the sense its glorifying anything, it's simply telling a story. A line has to be drawn between a song like that (and songs like it, Dicky Betts "Atlantas burning down" for example) and songs like Hank Williams Jr singing songs like "if the south would've won" where he clearly says the line "if the south would've won wed have it made." If anything, "the night they drove old Dixie down" tell the story of hard times, and doesnt paint the South in a positive way at all. In today's climate, yes, it may be a bit edgy but it's not glorifying or demeaning. It's simply a story about a massive part of our history.

[@treywaltke3293]

Jamel... you have moved my soul. I saw that film when it first came out and was never the same since. Thank you for your appreciation of the great music from my era. You are an old soul. Love ya, bro.

[@larryledbetter2959]

Most of these folks are gone now, but the world is a much brighter place for them having been here, and for what they've left us. So glad you liked it.

[@deanamorgan2643]

That's a Real Friend Right There. "Take Load Off... Aaand put the Load Right On Me."

[@t.4753]

“If this don’t move your soul, you might be soulless.” Amen, my man.

[@copperhopperwarren4788]

or dead....

[@teirsiegfried5694]

Bands like this are why the best music was done in the 70's. You can SEE how much the music means to them . They got soooo much pleasure playing for an audience. You can FEEL their joy, their passion. LOVE LOVE LOVE it!!!

[@b.p.879]

I read that The Weight's lyrics are actually not about anything in particular, just a set of verses that go together. It's one of my favorite songs and this version is so incredible.

[@johnypitman2368]

Interesting take on the origins of the song. Makes as much sense as any

[@debrathompson9183]

Levon Helm, on the drums. Also he played Sissy Spacek's dad in, Coal Miners Daughter.

[@Rainyman63]

"I literally have goosebumps" - lucky you, i can't count the times this performance made my cry.

[@steverobinson364]

Me too. I’m 62 so there are many many times.

[@forcemajeur.5138]

Every song performed at this show is arguably the best version of that song ever done. The Van Morrison and the Band doing Caravan is other worldly. They had Neil Young, Ringo Star, Bob Dylan, and more plus The Band and The Staples. Martin Scorcesse remastered this show, which I believe is the video that is seen here. Goosebumps is right.

[@CatskillsGrrl]

It may be the single most amazing live performance I’ve ever seen.

[@michaelmontalvo5757]

Scorsese’s brilliant “Last Waltz.” So many awesome performances of The Band with special guests. I am a huge fan of Robbie Robertson. Would love for you to react to “Somewhere Down the Crazy River!”

[@robertbrodowski1379]

Somewhere Down the Crazy River is a favorite of mine. Jamel you need to check out Robbie Robertson's solo work.

[@luked78]

Van Morrison's Caravan stole the show in my opinion.

[@boblevine104]

I also love “showdown at big sky”

[@Rosesoldi921]

Love ...crazy river ❤️❤️

[@karenstone5084]

Love your shirt. My son had to say every morning before going to school, be kind, be honest, respectful, patient and kind..said kind twice because it was the most important.

[@jamelakajamal]

Thanks Karen🙏🏾

[@terrymott8581]

Not a drop of racism in that house! So uplifting in these turmoil times.

[@brianking7513]

My theme for 2022

[@amandatheyahoo411]

THIS PERFORMANCE TAUGHT ME THAT THE VOICE IS AN INSTRUMENT. 🎶❤️ Rick Danko has one of the voices ever humbly say so. Love this 🙌🏼❤️

[@bradmorrison2796]

The Staples have a song called “I’ll Take You There” from around this same time period thats groovy and soulful and funky as hell

[@JohnnyOgres]

Yes...Jamel should totally react to "I'll take you there".

[@kathlelan]

@@JohnnyOgres I totally agree!!!! I love the Staples Singers. RIP to those who have gone ahead. Mavis is still with us as far as I know - but Pops!!!! God, I loved him.

[@jenniferroos1103]

I freaking love that song

[@spdodger]

@@kathlelan Not only is Mavis still with us, but she's been releasing great albums produced by Jeff Tweedy from Wilco the past few years. Tweedy also mixed and produced Pops Staples' final album--also released in the past few years.

[@Lady_LC]

The Last Waltz is a must see - so many memorable performances, however I'm particularly partial to The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down

[@russellgil8232]

My face is Caravan by Van the man. The look of joy on the Band's faces as Van is getting in to it is priceless.

[@stevepringle2295]

Every time I hear this performance my entire body is covered in goosebumps.

[@theworkingprogressive127]

Do yourself a favor & listen to it again, but let it play another second or two longer before stopping it so you can hear Mavis whisper, at the very end, “Beautiful!” Such a perfect ending! 💚

[@kristinemoore3447]

Levon Helm is the singer drummer, You might recognize him as Loretta Lynn’s dad in Coal miner’s daughter.

[@larrybon2]

A fine performance. Perfect 👌 Loretti

[@ChristChickAutistic]

Yep, he was nominated for an Oscar for that role.

[@penfold7455]

He's also the only American in The Band (from Arkansas); the rest are all Canadians.

[@gpass60]

Vanessa Whitehead A great performance for sure, but Levon wasn't nominated for an Oscar.

[@jimandlizhudson2501]

His solo work, even after his cancer, is beautiful and powerful.

[@yeoldebuildplate3dprintsho945]

I been waiting for you to get to The Band. I love Levon Helm 's voice and drumming. Rock In Peace Levon... The Weight is one of my favorites, it was featured in the film Easy Rider. So many great songs by this legendary band... The guitar that has 2 guitars fused together is called a double neck. Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick has several quintuple necks! That's 5 necks on one guitar!

[@rmacbobco]

What Robbie is playing here is not a double neck guitar it's a madolin and guitar. Check the short neck has eight strings

[@yeoldebuildplate3dprintsho945]

Yes, but still a double neck. I was already knee deep in a novel, so I didn't want to break it down that far. LOL!

[@mikeford6642]

Staples are incredible.. this collaboration still brings me to tears..saw the band live in Tennessee when I was in the Matines in the 70s..will never forget that evening

[@paulbrinkman952]

“If this don’t move your soul, you might be soulless.”

[@southernborn1358]

There is a documentary of The Band of their last concert ever, called The Last Waltz. Worth the listen-FULL of music legends as guest stars. The. Best,

[@jamessimmons6746]

That’s where this is from

[@rileyearl1]

The Last Waltz revives me. You just listened to Dr. John. He does "Such a Night" on The Last Waltz.

[@Historian212]

I also love Ronnie Hawkins' number in the movie. And Muddy Waters'. And...

[@MrToasterdude]

It takes brass cojones to sing with the staples. They are just a whole other level. Levon can hang with them and Rick Danilo’s voice was made for crazy Chester part. But the staples? Just wow. Goosebumps indeed. They just exude soul.

[@jeffbenedict7908]

Danilo? Who dat?

[@sonyal8399]

LOL It's Danko

[@tcdemos5140]

@@sonyal8399 auto correct as I live in spanish speaking country. I actually met rick and richard emanuel backstage on long island years ago.

[@cherylmassaro2063]

Thank goodness they included The Staple Singers!! I can never get enough of Mavis! She is a national treasure. Btw I get goosebumps too! Love your reaction videos.

[@SpaceCattttt]

"Never heard of this band before." It's THE Band...

[@j.d.6915]

Who?

[@dr.burtgummerfan439]

THE Who?

[@ryanbarker5217]

@@j.d.6915 beat me to it....

[@frankiebowie6174]

Burt Gummerfan The Who! They’re on first!

[@patrickjudd7001]

@@frankiebowie6174 YES!

[@timcarder2170]

The Band...Absolute *Legends.* I can't think of a bad song from them You will *never go wrong* reacting to a song from *The Band.* . Their history is the kind of stuff they should make a major motion picture biopic about(there are biographies out there, you should check them out, you'll love their story) This dvd ( *"The Last Waltz"* ) holds a special place in my collection, as probably my most watched. There isn't a bad performance in it. I would highly recommend getting the dvd,. For *The Bands* performances *and* the interviews, and all the incredible performances from the huge list of guest superstars . AND it's directed by the famed, *Martin Scorsese.*

[@maggietrabalka]

I have The Last Waltz on DVD at my house! Love watching it all the time! ❤

[@disco_420]

Great movie!

[@ZedralZ]

Agreed!

[@Historian212]

It's now available to stream, too. Netflix or Amazon Prime, iirc.

[@Caperhere]

@Tim C. Wondering if you could clear something up for me. I read Robbie’s autobiography, and remember him saying he bronzed his guitar. Also he described what clothes he and Rick bought for the concert. But this excellent version of The Weight isn’t from that Thanksgiving concert. Do you know when this version was performed, and who came up with the idea to include the Staple singers?

[@chuckyanus3563]

You had the pleasure of seeing one of the greatest rock song performances ever. Glad you got to experience it.