TRAFFIC - Empty Pages REACTION - Steve Winwood is a baaad mutha! - first time hearing

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TRAFFIC - Empty Pages REACTION.A big song from the super group inspired by the very talented Steve Winwood.
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[@Debcatawba]

Steve Winwood is the total package. Musically there is nothing he can’t do.

[@davidschecter5247]

Can't go wrong with Traffic. A singular group thanks to Winwood, Capaldi, and Wood (and sometimes Mason). I loved them so much at age 15 I painted their "Traffic signal" on my bedroom wall in glow-in-the-dark black light paint! You love The Moodies and you love Traffic -- that means you are a brilliant man with impeccable taste!

[@ed.z.]

It seems as Steve Winwood is also playing the bass pedals with his feet at the organ, piano, vocals, composing, arrangement, groove, soul, and magnificent spirit. That’s all he did.

[@brendamilloy2557]

Yes! One of my top favorites! It's Steve playing bass. And the organ and piano, too. 😁 And vocals as well 😁😁 PS - you made my year with that reaction.

[@andrewk5710]

Yes, this was going to be his solo album after Blind Faith. Steve is one heck of a musician!!!

[@brendamilloy2557]

@@andrewk5710 I know! 😁

[@marymargaretmoore9034]

Steve Winwood played organ, piano, bass, percussion (and his usual vocals) on this album. Chris Wood on all woodwinds; flute, sax, etc.

[@Imadrummin]

What a smokin tune and what a groove!! Unmistakable voice of Steve Winwood. Big thumbs up Greybeard. 👍👍👍

[@dagmar.6954]

Traffic was a great English rock band who formed in 1967. They began as a psychedelic rock group & used keyboards, like the Mellotron & harpsichord, sitar, & various reed instruments. Traffic's singer, keyboardist & guitarist Steve Winwood was the lead singer for the Spencer Davis Group when he was only 14 & he was also in Blind Faith. Some of Traffic's early hits were "Paper Sun", "Hole In My Shoe", "Here We Go Round The Mulberry Bush", "Dear Mr. Fantasy", "Feelin' Alright" etc.

[@jccook5353]

Medicated Goo is a hidden gem

[@John_Chu]

Great pick, Greybeard. That album, John Barleycorn Must Die, is one of the greatest LPs released in that era of British rock. Rick Grech is the bass player. He was in Blind Faith later on with Eric Clapton, Steve, and Ginger Baker. He also plays violin! Thanks for the reaction Harri.

[@brendamilloy2557]

Per Wikipedia, it's Steve on bass for the studio version of Empty Pages. 😊

[@DENVEROUTDOORMAN]

Fantastic album..every song is a masterpiece....keyboards are fantastic ..seems like the songs go on forever....Higher Love sucked

[@davidhattman7649]

John as far as I know Steve Winwood played bass on all the tracks on this album.

[@jameslindsay24601]

Grech did not join Traffic until “Low Spark of High Heeled Boys”- it was Winwood, Capaldi and Wood-a trio on John Barleycorn. A truly great, underrated tune!

[@marybaillie8907]

John Barley Corn must Die, was the 4th studio album, released by Traffic. Steve Winwood's vocals easily recognizable. The instruments are fabulous. Piano, drums, guitars,organ, keyboards, flute are all spectacular. Great reaction Harri.You're so funny. Thanks Harri and Greybeard. Great memory. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

[@stevefox3014]

Great reaction Harri! Diamonds in my ears! This is my favorite album from Traffic and I was fortunate to see them live.If you get a chance check out Woodstock 94 they blew that mess of a crowd away!

[@larryrubin5150]

Winwood has to be the best ALL AROUND musician ever

[@cynergy4]

Love Traffic! Had this album on vinyl back in the day. If you haven't heard it yet, "Low Spark Of The High-heeled Boys" is a masterpiece that shouldn't be missed! It's a long jazzy song that one can get lost in. Great reaction to a great song Harri!

[@richardallen6617]

Seeing your reaction is EXACTLY what happens to me every time i hear this song. Been that way for 50 years now.

[@tompahlgooglesucks]

Harry loved your reaction! brought together everything I felt. Thank you!

[@mikeconway9849]

Such a great song. Traffic with Steve Winwood's vocals was a fantastic band.

[@gkelly1528]

Best Traffic song among many. Bought the vinyl when it first hit the market and have been grooving to this song ever since. I believe they were just a 3-man band for that album--drums, bass and keyboards with Winwood's voice. Amazing sound. Could rock out a jazz club with that song. For some reason this song has not been widely celebrated for its greatness, but it should be. The instrumental section of the song is priceless. What an incredible groove.

[@marel5932]

My evening just got better. This whole album is fantastic.

[@unclephil7650]

Harri and Greybeard, thanks to both of you. One of my favourite albums.

[@neilmceachren9485]

keep listening to traffic my bestie. you'll be tapping your toe and smiling. so glad i grew up with their progressive tunes. cheers

[@Thejazzfan66]

This song is an example of why Steve Winwood is one of the all time great blue eyed soul singers

[@lawrencecooper2361]

As "rock" groups go from that era Traffic was at the very top along with the Allmans at their peak. Winwood was one of the greatest musicians of our generation and he turned out many gems like this one. I believe the bass was keyboard, they didn't have a bass player per se, just Winwood on keys, Chris Wood flute and sax, and Jim Capaldi on drums. Their live Welcome to the Canteen is a must listen. Especially Dear Mr Fantasy, it will send your heart soaring. It had Rick Grech on bass and Jim Gordon on drums along with Capaldi and "Reebob" Kwaku Baah. And Dave Mason, an original Trafficker

[@timothydewitt4138]

I was at the end of the Beatles run and lookin' for a replacement band, and along came this TRAFFIC Jam for my ears and soul.... Keep'em coming Harry!!! ❤

[@olly8]

Every instrument has a nasty groove that pumps my soul and makes my body move. Love Steven Winwood❤ Grooves on this song never wear out. ✌🏻☮️💯 Old is GOLD ⭐️

[@lisarainbow9703]

Harri, I've been watching your reactions since you started. I've NEVER seen such a HUGE grin on your face , as when you heard Winwood's magnificent solo on this song-- made me grin with you. I still get instantly happy whenever I hear this song. The entire album is magic, I'd recommend checking out Freedom Riders from this album as well. ✌

[@stevesilsby5288]

Bought this album when it came out in 1970. I was in 10th grade and this stuff just blew me away. So much good music from these guys!

[@xavierdaume2757]

I love Jim Capaldi rhythm on drums. On the other hand what would rock be like without the contribution of Steve Winwood ...he is a true legend .

[@ohfour-seven6228]

Empty Pages is one of my favorite Traffic cuts, it's incredible. Growing up, I was a huge Traffic fan as well as Winwood's solo career. Such great great stuff!

[@rickketchum8668]

Steve is my favorite singer/musician ever. Notice the Ray Charles influence coming through in this song.

[@andrewk5710]

I believe that’s Winwood on bass for the studio recording here.

[@jackiesconiers4230]

Thanks for keeping great music alive!

[@lisascanlon8294]

Love this amazing music

[@dewdrop7648]

One of my top 5 favorite bands! Thanks from this vintage citizen, always a good day when I dance around the house. :) Watching you enjoy music is infectious!

[@edwardtmarsh884]

STEVE WINWOOD overdubbed the bass!

[@MrAschiff]

I thought it was Rick Grech

[@custardflan]

One of my favorites.

[@davebzen795]

An absolutely terrific album and song, Greybeard. This album has been a mainstay in my collection since it was first released and Empty Pages is a standout song. Harri, you were definitely into this one making your review even more enjoyable to watch and hear.

[@acb9231]

Great song, great band! I visit a lot of reaction channels and request this tune, but none of them have ever featured it. Oh well, their loss! I really dug your reaction and agree with you 100%! I remember when this first came out and have been in love with it ever since. Anyway, love your channel, keep on doing your thing. God bless! ✌️

[@paulleach1042]

At the age of about 11 or 12yrs old l bought here we go around the mulberry bush ( a single)I think it was around 1967 I've loved there music it's got everything, soul , jazz ,rock just to name a few things magic

[@myaimistrue100]

LOL. He didn't "hang around Traffic a while", he WAS Traffic. It would be like saying, "Mick Jagger, he hung around with the Rolling Stones a bit."

[@brianmctague5723]

Hey Harri, 'that bass player should be prosecuted, he's a danger to society' 😁🤣🤣, well, that bass player was Steve Winwood, he played most of the instruments on this song, apart from drums, including that fantastic keyboard solo, you just can't go wrong with anything from Mr Winwood!!

[@doriwiljt]

This album is great

[@jenniferfoster1692]

Thanks for doing this song, it's amazing!! Steve Winwood is just an icon, period. Dr Mr Fantasy is incredible, if you haven't heard it yet..also a Traffic song. It's been covered by many artists & used as the opening song for Avengers Endgame, that's how well it's aged.

[@31wst83]

One of my all-time fav Bands - LOVE this song! Steve Winwood = awesome talent!!

[@DENVEROUTDOORMAN]

Finally a fantastic song from a great band

[@Cynthia...]

I love Traffic and not sure if David Mason was with them for this as I know he came and went, but I met him a few times back in the 60's through a mutual friend. Fun times and great choice Greybeard. ✌

[@davidhattman7649]

Dave Mason was not with them on this album

[@bryanjackholder6911]

Love your videos! The Sweet Sound of Liberty!

[@DENVEROUTDOORMAN]

Glad and Freedom Rider were great tracks mellow but seeming to go on forever

[@joelliebler5690]

Awesome tune!

[@fan123casual8]

Someone correct me (with citations) if I’m wrong, but the “bass” we’re hearing on this track is actually coming from the organ by way of Winwood using the foot pedals. Sounds unconventional, but The Doors were doing the same thing at the time.

[@Brandi6666]

My fav traffic song. But there are so much more 🤘❤️

[@brentabbott3954]

You forget Steve plays the bass on the organ with left hand as well as the melody at the same time along with bass player.

[@asteverino8569]

Liked Traffic a lot in the 70's. Good vibes and good music! I went to a concert with Traffic as the second bill. They stole the show to me. Thanks. Sweet, sweet music 🎵

[@JohnWhite-xc3md]

From the earth funk.

[@MrAschiff]

Drummer Jim Capaldi co-wrote the song and played drums. I think Rick Grech played bass guitar.

[@memcmac]

This album, along with Jethro Tull’s Songs from the Wood were teenage me’s favorites. Still up there and still have the albums.

[@DENVEROUTDOORMAN]

Saw them at UMASS when I was like 15 with Buffy Ste Marie and they played for 3 or 4 hrs

[@stephenrich8808]

I've just about worn out this record .. a classic

[@TJ-Dives]

Does it get better? Harry your ok mate. Groove on.

[@edwardtmarsh884]

Ba⁹ad!!!!!!... INDEED....

[@rodneygriffin7666]

They puttin' the funk in overtime after the shop is closed.

[@rms3jt805]

I believe that is Dave Mason on bass. Super talented group, multi instrument artists all of them. This song is off the charts......a little jazzy, soulful, rock elements, R&B, etc.....

[@michaelwells4693]

Mason was long gone by then

[@arroyo284]

@@michaelwells4693 I believe tgat Steve was playing the bass line on the pedals

[@gwilli9511]

IMO, Traffic's best song is Dear Mr. Fantasy.

[@anytimejammin-eva]

You should ck out Traffic's jammin hit Feeling Alright. Which was written by then band member Dave Mason 1969. Alot of artists have spun their versions of the hit. Joe Cocker, and the band Badfinger to name a few. A great song who ever covers it! But theres nothing like the original by Traffic tho! 😎

[@gavinpaterson1853]

If you want to hear some absolutely amazing Winwood here he is at 15 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKXXiWyfl92AnMU

[@mariecharlemagne4737]

Absolutely amazing!

[@ThirdEyePix]

Harri, if you haven't already, you should give a listen to Traffic's 'Low Spark Of High-Heeled Boys' - kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYK1pqiVhcybd80