THE THE - GIANT (live)

[@BillyAlfonso]

Soul Mining is one of the best albums ever created. What a masterpiece!

[@maryfrance1187]

Totally agree 👍🎼🎶🎵

[@jefflibby4784]

The most underrated band of all time. Matt Johnson is criminally underappreciated.

[@CarmelDeery]

Yep totally 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿Brill matt is such a nice guy too a great singer , as are his band mates, keep making great music guys, ❤❤😂😊

[@DutchDouchebag]

Yeah if the band name wasnt so lame they might have had a lot more exposure

[@jefflibby4784]

@@DutchDouchebag I'm sure you're right 🤣

[@jefflibby4784]

@Will__Wonks very well said. I knew this style of music would never sell millions, but I always felt his lyrics, musicality, and his perspective of world politics would be more highly regarded. Matt is very intelligent, and it shines through in his music. I think the majority just don't understand.

[@johncunningham9094]

Totally agree.

[@MichaelLauerDr]

Legend. Soul Mining has a permanent spot in my top 10 albums ever.

[@jonfrench2746]

Soul mining is easily in my top 10 albums and this is my favourite track on the album

[@bryanholgate1588]

Just a brilliant song and performance. Impossible to listen to and not sing "How does anybody know me,when I don't even know myself?".

[@rladue2003]

Ann Arbor, 1984, I was writing a paper on Seize the Day, listening to this album and heard this line; referenced it to illustrate the plight of the main character. Ahh the good ole days. Not sleeping, smoking cigarettes, trying to be existential.

[@jerryramsey4236]

Absolutely a perfect live version, look at Johnny Marr dancing back and forth...

[@scottgauthier6537]

God love him❤

[@saintjohnsmyth2141]

Best song from Soulmining! Love it!!

[@NORTEFORTE10]

I agree

[@davewilson9738]

Matts monster from 1983, still in love with Soul Mining.

[@micmac1121]

2024 and the the closed their show at the Beacon with everyone on their feet! Do not miss them live! It is a spiritual awakening we all deserve❤❤❤

[@scottgauthier6537]

Saw them two days later in Boston and I'm trying to figure out a way to get in one more show before the tour is over

[@djmylesmatisse]

This is my favorite type of concert recording. Once the song begins, completely Fade Out the audience. That way you focus purely on the music, the vocals, the playing and the sound design

[@mortonmarc38]

True brilliance. Bought infected on vinyl 30+ years ago. Mind Bomb changed my life. Matt Johnson is a genius.

[@DoctorOfTheLazania]

Exactly. I feel like now crowds are more aggressive and just louder in general + for some reason it’s not cut out in the final mix which is a mystery to me. I understand the feeling of the gig but i still would like to listen to music, not random screams in the background.

[@danielmosqueda2462]

The The were so good Johnny Marr left the smiths to join them . LEGENDS.

[@gregorykeppel5032]

It's so much fun to ask people if they like The The. "What... Who is that? The The?!?" This is one of my all-time favorite songs

[@robladue3587]

This song in particular helped me write a paper on Seize the Day by Saul Bellow in college. For that I will always be grateful.

[@B16YUG]

Has to be one of my favourite tracks, love the bass line in this version James Eller is the boss!

[@davidellis5141]

How Can Anyone Know Me ? .. When I Don't Even Know Myself !!!

[@Onteo1]

This concert needs a vinyl release, the sound is amazing. Great job of recording ! I’d love a box set of all the lps on vinyl. Thank you.

[@pamcm1098]

It would be better without the fake cheering loop.

[@jimstevenson8000]

It is ridiculously good. Meticulous definition…

[@JennaLeatherman]

They have been ending their shows with this gem on the Ensoulment tour and it's an absolutely brilliant choice. It's so anthemic and such a banger, so great live, great keyboards, great drum solo, great sing-a-long choruses. I saw two shows and I wish I could go back and experience it all over again.

[@vioisme]

Saw them open up for DM on the devotional tour. Became a fan right then.

[@NocnyKapucyn]

I have been listening this song for about 2 months, no less than 3 times a day. This beat hypnotized my brain. Magic

[@carlos.a.mello79]

...ouvindo em 2024. What a vibe this show has. what a vibe from the musicians, from the audience... I would give anything to be there at the time... sensational. What a wonderful sound.

[@otterpoet]

I've always loved this song, but hearing it live takes it to an entirely new level. Just brilliant.

[@_ms.mannequin_]

Genius doesn't begin to describe!

[@olip0p]

I saw that song live a week and a half ago at the Fox Theatre in Oakland*. My bucket list is finally complete. Signing off *(it was fantastic)

[@eileenflora]

One of the best concerts I've ever been to.

[@pamcm1098]

Me too. Beacon Theater, 1990. Definitely one of my top 5.

[@Gullsz]

Johnny Marr doing his Bez dance!

[@pifflepockle]

He’s a McCartney.

[@geoffreysimpson1745]

Soul mining is an underrated classic...You ask most people about the The. they say 'the what?'.. I think Matt Johnson is a hidden gem of 80's music.. giant was the perfect end to a perfect album...😊😊😊mentioning another the The classic 😊😊😄

[@olinika71]

Wow!!! Matt The most underrated Artist in the Universe!!! This is Gold!!!

[@PaulWinegge]

One day the rest of the world will wake up and say "that Trevor Horn is a genius ❤love all your work to shape the future of dance music talking of the best act of all time my favourite 19 albums and still counting I got a copy of at the end,,,the century AON love it forever balance music for the eye is another masterpiece love Paulie ❤

[@christianarchibald4029]

What a baseline and with a little twist this time...my favourite live track

[@Moe23pd]

Named my son after this chap

[@jimstevenson8000]

The?

[@maccarlton472]

love this band

[@terraflow__bryanburdo4547]

F O R E V E R E P I C Thank you Matt

[@wilfriedJofL]

I wish I lived overseas at that time… and watched this great performance!! WoW! Luckely I’ve seen TheThe twice in the Netherlands, never forget it ❤

[@mrbeefhead]

this got daily play at my house when it was new :)

[@enriqueparedes4920]

Para mi es el mejor grupo rock alternativo actual

[@PaulBarraclough]

Brilliant

[@keithrooks4567]

What a live band set up that is .. otherworldly!!!

[@RobertFernandez-yc9ub]

His band mates are all amazing...what a great lineup.

[@kevinn1158]

Saw The The at the University of Waterloo in the late 80s. Basically it was our campus bar. What a great show. Love your lyrics Matt.

[@marianmichalski]

Just another pearl🐒👍

[@MrMaranelloenzo]

WOW !!! absolutely amazing

[@discharge29]

one of THE greatest tracks ever made

[@pifflepockle]

How much music have you heard?

[@discharge29]

@@pifflepockle a lot

[@spencerwvcmoon]

Thank goodness for you matt you've helped so many of us through some dark times in our lives I'm very grateful to you for expessing your art in such a koool way !

[@KevinBurke-q2v]

Johnny getting his groove on... Magic.

[@mmanifestoBangla]

Nice Band name with an amazing 80s vibe , Love you guys :)

[@signalenergie]

What a personal song. Congrats to Matt Johnson.

[@RussellBell-fh5zt]

Wot a 🎶🎵🎶from such an awesome album 💿 n still …..Awesome!!!!!! Innit!👍😜🎶🎵🎶🎵yeah,yeah,yeah!!!!!

[@ramonfarahani3691]

Watching this video in youth, has been a huge influence on me. Forever indebted to the friends who introduced me to soul mining. A magnum opus!

[@paulcaradonna5029]

Was a fan... then heard this song and became a believer.....

[@scotteckert3110]

bloody fucking brilliant, period, end of story.

[@darrenbutterworth807]

I was at one of the three nights they did at the Royal Albert Hall (where this was recorded, I think). It was amazing to experience such a selection of great talent - don't forget the backing singer/dancer too - she was amazing - such energy throughout!! Off to the Ensoulment Tour in a few weeks - can't wait!

[@carlospires7411]

A perfect song!! Vocals&instrumentals 5*!!!! Spent many hours listening Soul Mining 🖤🖤🖤

[@scottnapier943]

Such a fantastic performance ❤🎸✌

[@dazzlerB1969]

Don't know how many people know àbout you. Best mantra and so glad you helped me begin to find myself. DAZ.X.😆 born March 1969.

[@neuphoria11]

best song ever. saw TT perform in Tokyo, same tour. final drums had huge influence on my tracks.

[@davidjohnson3658]

just seen them at the 02 arena manchester 30/09/24 very good live......😉

[@terraflow__bryanburdo4547]

Mining our souls......

[@BandiMasha]

Cheers Matt. I love this song. My favourite from Soul Mining 👍

[@fablicc]

🖤

[@justick]

One of the best!

[@bendzaminprvi8239]

al su dobri!!!

[@garnetnewton-wade4091]

I saw these in Newport, South Wales. One of the best live shows I ever saw.

[@hmfc2005]

Wow.

[@jaybranna]

Soooo gooood ❤️

[@chris45rpm]

Hypnotic and brilliant.

[@loopy-o7e]

brilliant tune live x

[@markdavey8809]

Great, Great Band.

[@rickbarker4121]

They are so freaking great!!

[@ballbag3460]

Everybody has a song that takes them to a special place…….this is definitely mine……

[@cameronrycroft4635]

Oh the comln bck dwn,,facing reality 😊❤great description,,balls🤘🔥🙏

[@rawintwNIOUx2]

Thanks for putting these songs up! I was lucky enough to be at one concert but I'll never get enough! Much love

[@carlos.a.mello79]

Ouvindo em 2023! P E R F E C T S O N G!

[@HotelPolska]

Please upload all songs from this show or issue it on Blu-ray / DVD ❤

[@Jonathancondy777]

Seen them live just brilliant

[@steveharrison4116]

One of the best filmed gigs EVER! End of! ✌️

[@Crimeyfied]

Superb to have this up in HD. Thanks so much for posting; my favorite early era track! I had the VHS where Matt mostly took over hosting with interviews and video intros on 120 Minutes when Infected was huge in the states - until the old tape [and then the player itself] died. Top stuff.

[@markwiltshire4951]

Lyrically Apt masterpiece yet again

[@bobharrison4711]

EPIC tune. The grand finale "live"at Manc Apollo 30/09/2024 was a FANTASTIC way to end a wonderful performance.

[@MegaWaylander]

It was amazing seeing them live. Awsome music.

[@tuggaworsley4281]

@bobh.... l hear you Bob - priming myself for his Melbourne gig in Nov . . and your remark is most encouraging - cheers 👋🇵🇸

[@spitre5456]

❤❤❤! Brilliant.

[@thomasrocket230]

On par with the best live performance ever....wish I was there ....Matt still scares me lol

[@barbkozak3686]

Holy Guacamole...💯❤️💯 Come on Sydney Opera House..💯 November.. Buckit List ..👌 Virgin Live Gig..for a 40 year lover of The The...🙏❤️💯

[@andybmunro]

Thanks, what a Day This making it monumentally Cineola la la

[@keithrooks4567]

This blows my fkn mind ...

[@olinika71]

Happy Mondays.... Stereo MC.... Jesus Jones.... EMF.....

[@marcoarchinucci6317]

Thanks the the

[@loureed3015]

Yeh yeh yeh..Haha hae ho.hae ho

[@vivianeprudentiabuelens9142]

I KWOW A LOT ABOUTH YOU MATT ‼️Been listening for a long time ‼️ 6:10

[@vivianeprudentiabuelens9142]

THE THE MATT GREAT MUSIC 🎶 AND YES UNDERSTAND FOR SURE ❤️‼️ 2:16

[@gruntbomb4]

This is epic

[@pompeomagno5916]

Johnny Marr: when less is more.

[@cardiovas.curder]

I have naked self, which is a recent album, I listened to it a lot but didn't realise this band were around since the 80's!

[@TheTheOfficial]

70's

[@alexiskruel]

@@TheTheOfficial XOXO! See you in LA!

[@halenbud]

The sun is high and I'm surrounded by sand For as far as my eyes can see I'm strapped into a rocking chair With a blanket all over my knees I am a stranger to myself And nobody knows I'm here When I looked into my face It wasn't myself I'd seen But who I've tried to be I'm thinking of things I'd hoped to forget I'm choking to death in a sun that never sets I clogged up my mind with perpetual greed And turned all of my friends into enemies And now the past has returned to haunt me I'm scared of God and scared of hell And I'm caving in upon myself I'm scared of God and scared of hell And I'm caving in upon myself How could anyone know me When I don't even know myself? How could anyone know me When I don't even know myself? How could anyone know me When I don't even know myself? How could anyone know me When I don't even know myself?

[@maryfrance1187]

Thank you very much for sharing the lyrics 🙏 Love to all The The fans ❤🎼🕺💃🎵🎶

[@BalticaBeer]

great record. love it

[@DidierLaurent-dr9iu]

If he could decide him self whom he's wiching too become,well Mister President of united broken hearts.😊

[@loopy-o7e]

lyrics 4 eva xx

[@willflum2847]

I almost didn’t realize that was Johnny Marr!

[@galetinm]

Yup. The most amazing lineup. He plays those synth sounds with his guitar.

[@aureol40012]

This is The The. Not the current lounge music touring version.

[@aureol40012]

It’s has come out (GIANT) during madchester it would have been ten times bigger.

[@noneck3099]

Would love to do a live cover of this with a full drumming troupe on stage...this version lacks the impact of the record version...image doing this at the Edinburgh Tattoo?

[@galetinm]

No it doesn't. This version is better than the record.

[@El_Queso47]

1:40 is that Johnny's guitar effect or is that the keyboard?

[@galetinm]

That's his guitar, it has an addon which makes his guitar sound like a synth.