Posted on 05/14/2011 10:37:12 PM PDT by This Just In
Do you recall that epic drum intro to the song, ‘50 Ways to Leave Your Lover’, by Paul Simon? Does anyone remember the name of that famous drummer who created that intro? I’m guessing that right about now that groove is playing in your mind’s eye (or ear). The great Steve Gadd came up with one of the most unforgettable licks and intros in the history of rock n roll.
Just a few days ago my better half and I were busy logging some miles between point A and point B on our scenic drive when we started talking about music. What are the most recognizable drum intros you remember, we asked one another? Rock intros, to be more precise. Steve Gadd’s monumental drum lick was the catalyst for our topical conversation.
I was reminded of our conversation the other day as I read a thread here on FR titled, “Rolling Stone Readers Pick the Best Ballads of All Time.” Frankly, the Freepers lists of …Best Ballads were far better than the list the Rolling Stone came up with. The old motor in the noggin starting turning, and I wondered what your picks would be if there was a poll in choosing the most identifiable drum and guitar intros to a rock song.
The reason I say “identifiable” is because “favs” are generally subjective. Identifiable can be just as subjective, but whether you like the band, the songs, or the riffs, licks, and/or fills, some songs are instantly identified by a broad audience.
So, your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to list 5 of the most easily identified drum intros, and 5 of the most easily identified guitar intros. These choices do not have to be solo instrumentation, but either the drum or guitar must be pronounced. It's time to rock....
Wow...I had me a Strat playin’ boyfriend back then.
There’s some memories, right there.
[he *was* a Magic Man]
*sigh*
The Ozark Mountain Daredevils
Oh yeah - those ladies can rock.
BTW...weird, but still no cannibalism.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrbNeOEG0GY
Even better...Black Oak Arkansas’s Jim Dandy and his sprayed-on white Spandex pants.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDtM2mFnQXU
>:-]
With the best of them.
I’d like to see a Heart/Joan Jett/Lita Ford tour.
“Is it wrong that I find that high-pitched voice oddly arousing?”
Yes.
Seek help.
Why...It's never worked before.
guitar:
“My Girl”
Louie Louie
We Gotta Get Out Of This Place
Drums:
Bits & Pieces = Dave Clark Five
Love Shack - B52’s
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
Well, since you asked, here is a really, really terrible intro (to a really terrible song) with all the cannibalism you could want -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8D8SrTGGuE
Oh.
Well...carry on, then.
:)
“We Gotta Get Out Of This Place”
Ever hear the Blue Oyster Cult version?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6k1AyPAgNLM
add 'Long Red' to the mix...calliopes rock!
just wow...
It's short, but sweet -
Pretty good cover, eh?...:)
It was also really cool when they did Born To Be Wild with Eric Bloom singing while standing atop his Harley Low Rider he’d ridden onto the stage.
The days of arena rock...I miss ‘em.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VsHXd4rQnW0&feature=fvst
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NU0MF8pwktg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YrmdgfsEkCw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DayCrQWJXuI
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