The Nylons - Up on the Roof (Official Music Video)

[@otisthecanadianbulldog2400]

I have there album. Personally autographed to my uncle and father. Ottawa, Ontario Canada 1983. How time goes by. Great times. Up the Ladder to the Roof. Here's to Steve & Gordie🙏

[@LakeConstan]

Up the ladder to the roof is a 1970 Supremes hit. Up on the roof is a Carole King song of the '60s.

[@paulbedington2923]

This the definitive version of this masterpiece of a song! Marc's voice was breathtaking in person and still stuns me today 27 years after his passing.

[@theholidaylady1]

You're right! He was also breathtakingly gorgeous. His death is our great loss. :(

[@bradleydavies3225]

I saw these guys live in a Melbourne Australia some 30 years ago. I bought their cassette and played it in car till I knew every song by heart. They were phenomenal live. Time to find that cassette again, and something to play it. 🙂

[@dancarpentieri7762]

Amazon music has their entire catalog. I just found them all!

[@alannajohnston3452]

I saw the Nylons in Vancouver (or maybe Victoria?), anyway in a small concert hall with great acoustics in the province of BC in Canada, many years ago. I've never forgotten the music from that concert.

[@guibox3]

The Nylons lineup of the 80s were amazing! My quartet always tried to emulate them in high school. Didn't sound like them, but Lord, were we inspired by their music and vocals.

[@surferdude4487]

We used to go down to the Ontario Place Forum to hear them perform live every summer. Phenominal sound! Great memories! Now, Mark is gone. The Ontario Place Forum is gone. Many years have passed. But we still have the recordings. Thanks for posting this.

[@TheSeanCoffey]

I'm an '84 model. I remember my parents listening to this on vinyl with the wood fireplace going, chain-mail sheath curtains covering the places I might reach into curiously as a kid:)

[@pridog59]

Easily one of the greatest voices I've ever heard. Purity and power. Unbelievable.

[@heatherjay8802]

We had the privilege & pleasure of seeing The Nylons perform more than once in Adelaide, South Australia and this was one of our favourites.

[@Blogzer]

So glad the original line-up was captured so well. Exquisite voices. And, when they pause for the resonance to dissipate at 3:33... so cool. (It's not just the way they shape the sound, it's also the way they shape the space between the sound). Love this.

[@theholidaylady1]

I got goose bumps!

[@theholidaylady1]

I remember finding out about them in the 80s and going to their first concert in Victoria, B.C. Canada and then going to the record store every day to see if their album was in yet so that I could buy it! I loved those guys and RIP, the members who have passed away. It was wonderful how those men could sing and entertain!!!! 💜

[@dancarpentieri7762]

In the late 1990's, me and my buddy used to listen to The Nylons (mostly their "So Happy Together" CD) incessantly! It's literally impossible to put into words how magical it is hearing them, and the effect it has on me!

[@jprob50]

...not just an amazing vocalist, an amazing person. I am thankful to have known him!

[@wyldelf]

In the early 80s friends & I heard 'In the Jungle' and fell in love. We formed our own group called "Me & The Boys" [after their song of that name] in Toronto and did a little amateur stuff for a few years. We saw the Nylons every time they played here in Toronto and even saw them around the city occasionally. It was a fantastic and fun time... and we all miss Marc and the guys who had such a huge musical influence on four young guys many years ago. Marc, Paul, Claude and Arnold... thank you.

[@blackroses571]

I seen the original group many times in concert and every time they would bring me to tears...Love their music....

[@haroldtwilson]

There are some wonderful a capella groups, but there is only one Nylons. I ticked a box on my bucket list when I got to design and tun the lighting for one of their last shows. I was spell-bound along with every member of the audience.

[@lecutter9382]

Jesus, what a range. Gods above Marc you are still a talent sorely missed!

[@hawickman]

A Scotsman with a Canadian dad loves your music

[@michellecole6325]

I pretty much love all their stuff, but this....this is my favorite.

[@StingerSecSol]

From the first time I heard them perform this song, it immediately became one of my timeless favorites

[@Scrapshe1]

I so miss Marc. I saw them in Edmonton years and years ago at the fair before they became more popular. I saw them in concert at least 3 times in Ottawa......the best concerts ever.

[@freedomisrising]

When I was a teenager I spend the night with my cousin a lot, and my aunt would turn out all of the lights at night and light candles, and turn the Nylons up loud... When I fell madly in love shortly thereafter I'd listen to "A touch of your hand" over and over... It's impossible to communicate the magic of the time and how magical the music was for me...

[@dancarpentieri7762]

This comment made my heart smile! "A Touch Of Your Hand" is not only a great song, it's one of the best songs of-all-time for any genre - or - any time period!

[@Ryhela]

I met Marc and the members way back at a little club La Brassierie. I fell in love with all of them, but there was something about Marc - I don't know what it was, but a certain something. I was very sad when I heard he had died - a bloody loss that should not have happened. Anyway please know that your brother touched so many people deeply that 20 some odd years later (in my case 30 plus years later) they still remember him and mourn that such a talent was taken too soon. He was very special.

[@birdiemarie6480]

I miss Marc so much. His voice was breathtaking.

[@michellecole6325]

Absolutely! IMO, the group really started a downward slide when we lost Marc :(

[@steve-from-toronto]

A man of unique singing prowess, leagues apart from most. A genius. The world lost far too many artists too soon because of AIDS.

[@RobLavery]

I was at the Nylons 'reunion' show in Tor last night - amazing to see the current group with Billy, Mark and Micah added in - and video tributes to Arnold, Paul and Marc - including this one - the original group really was special - I'm sure I was one of the first in my seat for those Ontario Place concerts

[@jimwright5117]

I remember how you could go down, toss a blanket over your seats to save your spot and then go off and enjoy the park knowing no one would move it. Miss those simpler, more respectful days! Oh, and the "bonus" performance during soundcheck!

[@ronandmaryanneherrema8214]

I saw them there too…they were amazing!

[@lecutter9382]

Man, this is all sweetness and light.

[@bendaniels2230]

Having had the pleasure of seeing a half dozen Nylons shows over as many years, and having enjoyed every one, I can tell you that this was the best combination that I ever saw. As much as I love Arnold and Claude, Marc and Paul were just of another world. To this day, I have yet to hear voices that move me like this. I hear the word and tones, and I'm 20 years younger and a much happier person. Even after the music has ended, the music hasn't ended. That says it all.

[@AngelaJeanBarr]

Perfectly said. 2020 brings me here because I need a simpler time in my been years when I could be in love with Marc ❤️ (what did I know? 1980 were a different time) and he sang Town Without Pity to me at Gage Park in Hamilton and I almost lost my marbles. I watch this video and just cry.

[@PeggyfromPorcupine]

So nice to see Marc Connors. I first met him when he had the lead role in Neptune Theatre's production of "Godspell" back in 1975. (Halifax, NS) From there he went to Stratford and then you see him in the Nylons. Sadly his career ended suddenly at such a young age.

[@nathalieconnor5803]

They made Carol King proud-best version out there!

[@delilaha]

AHHHHH!!!!!! This is the first LP I ever listened to as a kid

[@noskcajretep13]

How can I have only just discovered these guys...Fantastic

[@74Voyeur]

The Nylons are a national treasure

[@seanduchinsky2632]

there will never be anything like that again. exquisite musicianship, beautiful voices.

[@Llynwen]

Oh dit is pure nostalgie... zoooo mooi..

[@patriciareigler3189]

I would play this whole sitting on the roof of my apartment, with my speakers out on the roof!! me and my friends having a concert of our own on a summer evenin!

[@ambitiousduck]

I've been a fan every since I saw them perform on the Bud Freedman/Improv Show, this is what music should be. Thanks so much for posting :)

[@deederousseau2949]

Best version ever

[@Andromeda332]

Mark you are a talent sadly missed but you are in my heart and thoughts forever

[@Jugivadi]

It makes you calm and relaxed and all your cares drift right into space.

[@suzannesims7198]

Definitely

[@DavidKerley]

beautiful, amazing as always, one of my long-time favorite groups

[@mungamom]

Nothing like this. I LOVE it and miss them so much.

[@SuperScuddy]

absolutely wonderful, I was fortunate to experience some truly great performances by the guys back in their very early days at Lucifer's in Edmonton. Great stuff, thanks for posting

[@gotmarines]

i remember them when i lived in Brampton, Ontario....with Sharon Lois and Bram LOL! no greater talent! so glad my boys heard this growing up!

[@StevenBanks123]

Goosebumps. Saw them live; Montalvo Winery I think... under the stars.

[@cperkins172]

What a pure ,melodic, silky, sweet, clear, touching voice !! I have heard the voice before but never did my homework. This guy and his group were awesome.

[@MVando640]

Heard them at U of S in the early 80s. So amazing.

[@divaenvy]

Wow!!! Loved them. Saw them live a few times. Thanks for posting.

[@ernielightning3218]

Marc. My favorite Nylon❤

[@ThatGreenSpy]

The best version.

[@LittleDragon2000]

Must have been about 1985. That's when I saw them live at Ontario Place. They made a cappella cool all over again.

[@pharris54]

March 1986 in Tokyo, Japan. (I mixed the sound for this)

[@mtntigger1229]

Yeow!! Soooooo good! :) thank you!!

[@austinfleming5310]

best ever live...in Vancouver

[@livelively_2.071]

This is a nice cover by them

[@davidhunter801]

They performed multiple times at a theater I worked at in the 80s, I provided security. They autographed and album for me, called me "Rockafella".

[@StephenSchnee]

Marc was truly an amazing vocalist...

[@JukeBoxHero991]

Ohhhh yeaaaaahhhhhh...:-)))

[@DrPamTabor]

I like!

[@LLUrbanAchiever]

Nice.

[@hereitisagain4880]

When Marc was too ill to perform, the nylons were booked to do a Japan tour. Maybe it was 1988? They were looking for a fill in quartet and we were contacted but we were booked. We did not know that Marc was ill. Only later did we learn why they had cancelled.

[@lilaheat1977]

still listening 😁 in 2023......

[@maryjosteele9100]

Who sang Barritone/Bass for the Nylons?

[@PBTL1]

what a voice !!!!!! Marc Conners Died in 1991 from an Aids related problem

[@tomohliger3588]

Will sing in Nepal 2016

[@walkwithrach22]

Not sure who would hit the dislike button for this...

[@aaronmilic5916]

People looking for a "Drifters" cover probably.

[@maryjosteele9100]

Has Home Free sing any of the Nylons songs?

[@Jellojlecarpe]

This video makes me proud to also be a Candian.

[@Compucore]

Jenn Patrick same here I am proud of them. When I first heard them when I was about 13-14 of age.

[@gneric_206]

When you see Black artists as recommended videos, you know this shit fire haha and no I'm not racist just prejudice 😂🙏🏾 #ItsAllLove

[@JukeBoxHero991]

The Nylons are mesmerizing :-)))

[@makaylaNenerrmaster]

when did (Marc?) die???

[@spudspinnigan9677]

Nicely done, but if you sang this song on this side of the border, the locals would have cleaned your pockets out before you got to the first chorus. And you would be begging from up on the roof! But take your time.

[@BeingtheBest101]

Denis SImpson dies this morning. RIP Denis

[@mzgizz]

Marc..............

[@ernielightning3218]

2024

[@BonGrips]

1.25x makes it listenable lol

[@freedomisrising]

Just looked all over the net for A Touch Of Your Hand. There was one youtube video, but it was removed due to 'copyright violations." BOOOOO! And it's nowhere to be heard.

[@seanduchinsky2632]

that is my favorite song from them. i also cannot find it.

[@WillyOrNot]

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[@WillyOrNot]

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[@elderguy]

Just seen it is on KZbin

[@ernielightning3218]

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