The Tea Party - The River

[@patterguitsit7124]

2024! Still a rocker.

[@Spootnik]

No band pulls me back into the 90's quite like The Tea Party.

[@wanderingstar9322]

Born in '75, I grew up on my parents music which was mostly pop and rock from the 60's and 70's. At about 13 I started to gradually seek out my own music. Discovering The Tea Party came a few years later, they reminded me so much of my parents music while being cool and alternative in my generation. I was in awe of Jeff's musical ability. And I loved that I could share music with my Dad who later killed himself in 1996. So while most people remember their teen years fondly, they were extra special for me because they also take me back to when I still had my Dad to share my music with 🙂 ❤

[@jewlchamp6844]

Wow! What positivity during a heart felt time. Bless you and your father and may you be reunited when the time is right ❤️

[@Shane-db5bc]

God bless you

[@brucetaylor8398]

i was born in 75 too, i'm sorry about your big loss

[@brucetaylor8398]

my dad loved a lot of the music i played for him too, i the last 5 years of is life he lived with me, he was a guitar player that played lots of country music, but he seen and heard talent and gave it its credit we're credit is due, he passed away in october last year in 2020 at the age of 77. your story moved me brother

[@tommyhoward7341]

Amazing story may your dad Rest In Peace

[@RyanRoemer8624]

Canadian Rock legends

[@jeffwillis2813]

Just discovered them....in love 100% this is what metal has been missing

[@amess3631]

I just re-discovered them! Jeff Martin's voice is sultry superb-ness. Music is better than I remembered!🥰

[@MagpieR6]

definetly isnt metal. beautiful band all time favourite and one of the only nonmetal bands i actively listen to

[@digitaljanus]

They're not really a metal band, but a couple metal bands have covered them. Hollenthon covered "The Bazaar" and Melechesh covered "Gyroscope"--really good covers!

[@OllieSanchez-ih2ub]

to me the Tea Party reminds me of the doors back in the day I know it might be just me but they do

[@DiZastur]

lol, I can't imagine anyone listening to Jeff Martin, especially on this track and not instinctively thinking the doors hell when he was younger he even looked like Jim Morrison. The secondary thoughts vary, hints of Eric Clapton, or Jimmy Page with a bit of Pearl Jam or Stone Temple pilots...no it ain't just you

[@ks-ix6xz]

it's the vocals. the music itself is very Zeppelin-ish.

[@jimdomazetovski3335]

I never forget watching the tea party at the St George sailing club in Sydney in 1998 when Jeff asked the whole crowd to sit on the floor for the show. It was like being at school Also saw them in Sydney on there very first tour What a band

[@LrdsWrk]

That drum kit sounds phenomenal

[@PYSCOPOMP]

DA BEST-

[@wesleybradford7381]

Jeff Burrows is a madman on drums. The SARS Molson Canadian Rocks concert in Downsview Pk, Toronto- the Tea Party kicked ass! Worth seeing online.

[@veronicalaraeskola8899]

"And the river is running through my veins" The Tea Party is so great!

[@lisastunda8066]

Love them coming here to London Ont in june

[@esotericfaeryy]

That part that starts at 2:50 though...That's the best part of the song. This takes me back to when I watched Much Music in the 90s as a teen.

[@richardgallo3155]

2023 and this song is so good… It has and will stand the test of time. 😊

[@susanng2939]

always wanted to see them. seeing them! :)

[@melaniegriffin2010]

There is is certain wonderful time in ones life when the music of the times just seems to stick with you forever ♡♥️

[@skullivanfranklin4117]

I wish they would tour thru southern states !!! Most people down south have never heard of this freaking bada$$ trio !!!

[@rogerjeffriesjr.2284]

I love this band! Needed some Tea Party today!

[@SystemofaDowns]

I am shocked at the lack of views... This song is legendary and has lived in my head for many years...

[@GodFaThEr09877]

I grew up listening to this track and the band and I'm now 20 years old and since I'm Canadian and The Tea Party is one of the more popular bands to come out of Canada and if I remember they started off in downtown Montreal at Metropolis and other venues. I've seen them live twice and they put on a great show every time.

[@whocares3868]

I'm 43 and was listening to tea party when I was 18 or so..still rocks!!

[@exxumma]

52 & been listening since they came out, but only in Canada,,,never broke big outside,,,esp USA, wer big $$$ is,,,

[@Drunk3nMas7er]

@@exxumma Not quite true, they were big Australia, and sold more of there earlier albums here than in Canada :)

[@exxumma]

​@@Drunk3nMas7ernot quite false,,,good to hear they did well in Aussie land,,,but,,,your pop is too small to make a big diff,,(,AC/DC, INXS, men@work, Helen Reddy, etc. became big bc they 'broke out') ,,,it was the massive USA market they missed out on,,,

[@margotolsen8148]

@@whocares3868 Same. I was 19 in 1995 as I startet to listen to their music. As JM once said their songs are not for fast food consummation, no Pop but substantial profound music (well I can‘t remember word for word...). I totally agree with this . you need to take time and may find every time listening to the songs new amazing features like the way Jeff Burrows play the drums in Majestic Song or Stuart played this Mandolin (instead of J. Martin) in Shadows on the Mountainside. Jeff Martins way of singing in Inanna when it comes to the showdown...and so in.. So lovely and passionate all 3 of them. Aww 🥰

[@Neon_White]

My favorite band of all time. Absolutely transcendent.

[@Krysten55]

They rocked this song when I saw them last month!

[@BluesBewitch]

I can’t believe forgot how great this band is! I just happened to hear a riff that sounded similar to the opening riff and had to hear it.

[@margotolsen8148]

Me too! Haven’t listen to their music since years. now I'm catching up on everything. Especially the last 3 Albums. I stopped buying their music after ‚Triptych‘. I am more into the first albums. Transmission and triptych were quite different and I could no longer find access to the music. nowadays I can delineate that. Songs like Psychopomp, the Messenger as well are great. I'm on fire again and am still wondering why this band never had the big success but actually a nice thought that although they get great approval from the music world regarding talent and virtuosity, they never became a band that everyone loved. what everyone thinks is good can't be really good!

[@davidhill4532]

Saw these guys at the Station in sarnia in 93, while i was going to college. It was a magical night best live show ever.

[@davemader1707]

Saw them in Halifax last Thursday probably for the 10th time. Absolutely stellar performance. Easily my favorite band. Psychopomp live is worth the ticket price alone!

[@SgtStang]

They better stop covering songs though. Jeffs getting bad for playing only 50% of the time. Great for 1st timer fans, but I'm on show 10 like you LOL.

[@colettelavoie7259]

I'm listening too!most of us are.im 55 but still love this

[@ctiggerrun]

Saw you for the umpteenth time on Wednesday. Fucking hell, can't wait until the next time I get to see you. Always an incredible experience.

[@philiptarrant6553]

Saw them in Winnipeg back in the early 90,s loved them

[@sandraweilbrenner67]

Awesome song.

[@sophielouise6491]

I just saw them play this live last night. I needed to hear it one more time ❤❤❤

[@grahambates7162]

I was lucky enough to catch these guys back in the day play Splendor Solace at a little place called The Blues Bar in little old Christchurch NZ. What a great night!

[@edrueter9]

This may be the most underrated, underappreciated band of all time.

[@Pr3daking1]

This became my favorite band after hearing this song, seen them on their second album tour with Econoline Crush Seen them 8 times from Hamilton Toronto Buffalo Tonawanda Lockport Still amazes me they have such few likes Now in Florida prob never see them again in concert for whoever has a chance they are the only band that is actually better then the cds sound...

[@laurelyspice]

Such a great band!!!. 😄😄

[@england8331]

My favorite guitar solo of all time 2:39

[@justworkingfortheweekend8504]

This band just doesn't get tge credit it deserves

[@DonTheMoron716]

Agreed. Their first few albums are GOLD! I think Jeff is better than Jim!

[@danielsimpson2494]

2022 fuk yeah, still rocks hard af. I discovered this wonderful band in the 90's, Splender Solis wow what an album.

[@hairdowntohere]

The River is one of those timeless songs, I luv dancing to it *smiles* 🤍❤🤍

[@TheRunningLeopard]

Here for the blue chin mystery, honestly I really think this is our answer.

[@smile-4ever-smile-4ever]

Same

[@3randomidiotsonyoutube]

Same

[@marceldaigle2778]

😂 👍 ohh!? Please sir. Could you elaborate on this blue chin a bit more 🤔

[@marceldaigle2778]

*sir, or ma’am* This was the jam. On much music. Back in the day!, the gritty grimey grunge era. I always felt. These guys never got the notoriety they deserved. Jerry Cantrell and Mark Lanagan spoke highly of these dudes 🤘🏽

[@jamesdude8399]

Respectfully, not a lot of details match the original post description. But it’s an interesting watch nonetheless

[@muckbringer]

Sucks they got the Doors stigma. They rocked and for what its worth I will always belt this one out. Especially the "Yese" thats the hardest part. Thank you TP, be proud of the influence you have had

[@DatFaceDoe]

Love waking up and finding notification for Tea Party!! Saw them in Sudbury! Concert goers are in for a treat ! Great Show!!

[@katstewart5267]

May 2024 Take me down memory lane. 🎙🎶🎵🎼 These guys were ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ , iconic to Canada, not known to well outside of Canada .🍁🇨🇦🍁. ✌❤✌

[@keithramsay6923]

Let's keep it alive!

[@Vlad-du6nu]

1976 baby from Windsor Ontario...Tea Party it was and is a pleasure 🤙

[@savage1254]

1974 baby here!!! Saw them in basement of the Coach and Horses way back in day. Solid Windsor (Lasalle) boys who I think rock with the best of the best. When Robert Plant is giving ur band solid props, you know u have made it. Proud Windsorite’s

[@damientrurocque9625]

1981- west end (519) boiiiii

[@georgecalder5175]

I saw The Tea Party and a band called Blue Bones at the Commodore Ball Room for a music series called Westcoast Music...... in the mid 90s, both bands Rocked hard, was a Great Evening

[@bradroy8902]

This band is sooooo fookin GREAT!!!!

[@dublkrossr2059]

2023 and still some of the best music

[@xxxx-cy4rs]

great to hear you guys after all these years (sorry my bad) hope to see you in spain soon. would love to see your music used in dance!

[@patrickgrondines6781]

love this song

[@oneconsc3333]

Awesome band. 🙏🏻

[@BB..........]

The first time I heard this me and my friend were headed to Des Moines to see Metallica, Danzig and Suicidal Tendencies at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, July 25, 1994. I wish I could remember which station we were listening to, but I think it was KGGO.

[@shapursasan9019]

A psychedelic masterpiece...

[@joshuabranigan6369]

Up around the bend , Still Rock's it Hard.

[@jackduncan4228]

Great song. We used to take mushrooms and listen to the tea party.

[@somethingnotmaterial]

Sounds great.

[@exxumma]

we used to drink tea & listen to mushrooms partying,,,🙃

[@andrewaskew9207]

Mushroom Tea Party!

[@rexcaruana5800]

We were having acid and going and seeing these guys in Australia. Incredible experiences were had lol

[@jackduncan4228]

Rex Caruana Never got to see them live wish I did. I live in Perth WA.

[@ErinBaumgarten]

This song played in a tv show maybe mid 2000s or 2010s. Actor was freaking out because his friend was killed. Can’t remember the name of show ! Scene was so powerful w this song. This ring a bell to anyone? Name of series escapes me!

[@patgrondines4394]

great song

[@84doll]

❤❤❤❤ the 90s

[@evenflow6846]

Love it...saw Jeff in Freo not long ago..awesome gig...

[@JoJo-ew3sv]

What happens if we forget the past... This is energy and any travelers that seen like early 90S... Your story has not ended 😳

[@FromJosh]

fuccck they were good.. i havent heard this for 30 years. i forgot all about them. epic

[@dougstrong2647]

This is a great warm up! Can't wait to see you guys tomorrow night in Saskatoon!

[@nelsonmejia2856]

Very very very excelente groupe

[@digitaljanus]

One of my top 5 bands, easily. They headlined my first concert, during the Edges of Twilight tour. Saw them many times after that, always a great show.

[@richardstanteiski8711]

2021, The Tea Party Still Excellent.

[@davengeance4811]

This song STILL destroys everything

[@melaniegriffin2010]

You got it.♥️

[@timyanke9559]

i seen them in Saskatoon earlier this week at what was formerly known as centennial auditorium. great seats, and amazing show

[@PortofinoArts]

❤❤❤❤

[@stranayadevushka]

One of my favorite bands! Thank you Road Rash!😁

[@paulwaugh5652]

Let me guess, TEMPTATION! Lol..😁

[@stranayadevushka]

@@paulwaugh5652 Yissssssss! Did you play it, too? Lol🤣

[@paulwaugh5652]

@@stranayadevushka Sure did LMAO.

[@shadowman207]

A modern day Jim Morrison 2024

[@stephensokoloski2082]

never left bro

[@curtrotar5446]

Wow! Puissance!

[@adamlongstring8967]

2023 still a bangin track

[@xellossm8444]

Saw them locally a couple weeks ago and as awesome. Where it all began 3 decades ago.

[@danielcarpenter7108]

My first kiss happened during this summer of 83. I was 11 and I relate this song to her.

[@RNovelo]

It never gets old 😎

[@enejota74]

Jeff is one of the greatest voices and Jim must be proud of his voice!!

[@BluesBewitch]

I would even say he was a reincarnation of Jim Morrison but John was born two years before his death.

[@jeffc3480]

@@BluesBewitch maybe that his son

[@frruitt]

Saw them live in 1994 on Pukkelpop. Set the stage on fire.

[@goedeer]

Beauty!

[@icewipe]

Epic song.

[@immrsanchez]

Rookie numbers. 2024...😂

[@rosaliepagaduan3661]

Grew up to this was about 13

[@4xtech]

Jim Morrison's doppelganger

[@stevepatrickjarvis]

I once drew art off one of their albums as a younger man.

[@filipedesousa1819]

Best stuff

[@jamesparry2775]

Canadian gold... gever.

[@pureconfuzion]

I'm mind blown

[@patrickgrondines-t2b]

love it

[@michaellambert5223]

I’m reminded of Morrison with Rainbow or DP. Rock lives!! 🤟😎🤟

[@richardstanteiski8711]

Led Zeppelin Meets The Doors.👍👍👍👍

[@Chaz4543]

Yeah and that was a extremely tough sell in 1992 and 93. As a kid I wanted my own music not music that sounded like my parent's music.

[@floydfitzgerald331]

Iam going to see them in concert tonight

[@spiralEyedGhost]

2023 and still on

[@rocb4222]

I remember this band opening for ozzy and they threw the roof off at a Winnipeg concert

[@eduardoaraya3195]

who's here in 2021 ? me and you !!!!!!!

[@dawnac1442]

Yes! Brings me back to my first live concert 🎵 I was so lucky it was them

[@suzannefitzgerald4473]

Always watching my fav band ever

[@stephensokoloski2082]

never left bro!

[@susannekopp3738]

Still here

[@clays2734]

Not to many

[@cindyshay7416]

2023 here!!!

[@ivettebermudez7494]

Hermoso💞

[@JEV308]

Oh yeah

[@colleenkrahn3479]

💕💕💕

[@TheyLiveSunglasses]

IDK... I honestly think this is Canada's greatest rock band, no offense to Rush fans

[@Melanie-qm6hs]

Agreed

[@mytubebookflickr]

The Jeff's totally Rock!

[@EnglishFuture-xg1gw]

the cult + the doors = the tea party

[@liamready431]

So good

[@patricemainville8450]

Man that just blowz me

[@josedelgadom4549]

Chingona la rola bad blod la serie