Just a lovely song and such a soulful voice. Wonder if we shall ever see a return of the genre and be able to hear music of this calibre and spirit again? Oh, and as an aside, I thought Phil Collins did a great job on backing vocals...perfectly in sync with Mr. Martyn and clearly understanding what Mr Martyn was going for here. Don't know why people have to bring the negativism in...what a waste of time.
listerning to john on a dark and stormy night, bottle of red wine, and sit and watch patterns in the rain with some one you love, who could ask for more
Just to give old Phil a little support: He's doing most of the backing vocals, and the bit at the end is so sweet. His intonation and phrasing is spot on, noticeably good on just two repeated lines. Oh, and he's a bloody good drummer too.
Thanks for posting this. This is the actual performance that made me go and buy 'Grace & Danger', having never heard of John Martyn before. I was maybe coming to the party a few years late but I've been there ever since :-)
Yup, Phil Collins on drums. Phil guested on the album Grace and Danger which is what this track is from. The album was an homage to the break up of John's marriage at the time. He had to fight tooth and nail with Island Records who didn't want to release the album as they felt it was 'too depressing'. So much for record companies. Saw the guy many times. Such a loss.
Oh how i LOVE John Martyn's music! My seven year old son is learning to appreciate his work too as we usually have something of JM on the stereo...However, in this song, he is convinced that John sings.... "SNOTTY ARMS IS OUR NEW FRIEND"....hmmm
Oh Wow... This is the first time I've seen this since the OGWT NYE special 81/82. It's the song that woke me up to JM, what a great talent he was, and a shame that he's no longer with us... Yes RIP John, you are sorely missed...
One of those songs that just says what you feel. Sometimes all you can do is hide that sweet little mystery in your heart and Dream. Then even though it may never happen, it will stay safe inside your heart. John Martyn, you have left us with such gems we romantics just cling to. May you see How much you are remembered and so Loved. Peace and Love to all that listen to your beautiful voice. :)
I am commenting on John Martyn and the video I have just watched.....nothing to do with Phil Collins........!!!...John Martyn, to me, is a bloody genius and I thought he was a fantastic talent and , to me , he is and will be the most talented and able guitarist/songwriter .LOVE YOU JOHN MARTYN....mine and a lot of other peoples musical experience will be totally devastated by your passing. May Heaven take you and hold you close. xx
What a shame but thank you anyway. The live version on OGWT (now added to Grace & Danger remastered) is wonderful and it would have been great to have seen it.
i think peolpe like below making fun of phil collins´ "lack of talent" are just pigheaded idiots,- i´m no taste-cop, but these abundant remarks make me angry. phil collins has made so much, lesser known, fucking brillant music and stayed a simple man throughout. He is one of the most gifted musicians on this jerk-covered planet! brand x, earlier genesis (up to 1983), countless uncredited drumjobs...so shut up
@MoveOverCasanova PHIL IS GREAT AND BRILLIANT AND GENIOUS AND MORE ... A MAN WHO HAS MAKE MILLIONS PEOPLE ENJOY AND BE HAPPY WITH ALL HIS MUSIC... I ´¨LOVE PHIL FOR EVER !!!!!!!!!!!!
This guy is a one off a great song writer;and vocalist. Never saw him knew of him though, but it took such a long time to get into what he was about!!! what a talent
this is one of the nicest songs ive heard for some time now. its just a shame i discover such talented musicians once they've diedso i wont see them live. ho hum
Ur absolutely 100% right there. Especially about Clapton. U have to admit that if it wasnt for Phil Collins though we mightnt have got such a perfect pop tune out of JM. Not that he couldnt have written it without him, but he would have probably shelved it if it werent for Collins commercial leaning.
I was probably over-stating the case a tad... Eric Clapton supported Enoch Powell. Pretty ironic, given that his music is a positive result of multiculturalism!
Phil Collins moved to Switzerland in 1997 because he said the country would crumble as soon as Tony Blair took office. We all like to overreact, but Phil took it more than a little too far.
Neither of these facts prevent me from enjoying their music. You don't necessarily have to like the guys though.
prince has more talent in his left testicle than phil collins, i would say thats regarded largley as a blatent fact, but the joy of music, whateva floats the boat..john martyn legend.
I'd echo that. I loved Johns music. The world is a lesser place without him. A concert with him was like a gathering of friends in his own kitchen - so personal. RIP John
I Saw John about 8 times in the 80's in the London Guildford Days with the "Heads" from Cranleigh in Surrey. He was an original. The percussive use of guitar and the belnd with Danny;s bass was sublime. The recordings with Phil on drums and backing vocals are priceless.
... and RIP John Martyn. Privileged to have met him once in Lisdoonvarna as a young whippersnapper. This is the song I always I think of when I hear his name.
SirOliverReed, you cannot be asserting that Phil Collins is not a talent. You simply cannot. Collins is a titan of British music, and always will be, as much as the great John Martyn is. The former attained more commercial success, it is true, but this does not detract from the Genesis drummer's genius. Yes, genius.
Why do I love this man ? let me count the ways: he writes songs which are sublime, he performs them with skill and passion, he was friends with Nick Drake, above all he is his own man
As a new John Martyn fan, and a huge one, this is my favorite song yet. Also, Phil is superb on backup, as evidenced by his near perfect timing with John once the instruments stop. Just beautiful.
Absolute nonsense. He only played drums and provided backing vocals. Phil Collins producing a genuine talent like John Martyn is a laughable notion, as Collins would be the first to admit.
I don't think many people really appreciate what a superb singer (in terms of his phrasing and choice of melodies) John Martyn really is - that's a soul singer !
Is that Phil Collins on the drums? :O
joeythestud 1 week ago
Who cares whether Phil Collins has talent or not, we should be talking about the undisputed talent in this video; John Martyn
destructivedandy 1 week ago
A beautiful soul searching tune as ever from
John Martyn. Makes me melt.
Wve71 6 months ago
Sweet little mystery
SapphireSkies1976 7 months ago
phil collins is a bigoted twat, and with his tiresome melodies took Genesis down the pop road, so shut it phenix
dazs1965 7 months ago
Even in my hometown less people know Martyn; but there had been a wonderfull moment just talking about him; thank`s for posting!
xena1154 8 months ago
Genius
Pgwboris 1 year ago 2
i rember this on the whistle test, back the 1981, i could not get it out of my head , first class" and now 2011 still first class "
rangerdd 1 year ago
Just a lovely song and such a soulful voice. Wonder if we shall ever see a return of the genre and be able to hear music of this calibre and spirit again? Oh, and as an aside, I thought Phil Collins did a great job on backing vocals...perfectly in sync with Mr. Martyn and clearly understanding what Mr Martyn was going for here. Don't know why people have to bring the negativism in...what a waste of time.
bbcanuck41 1 year ago 2
that one dislike, fuck off
LiamD1991 1 year ago
Great upload - o, those sweet times ...
Thanks for sharing!
thelonghello 1 year ago
Different song from the live acoustic on here. This is so much worse!
RobbiePK 1 year ago
Sweet little memories....
Ptinski 1 year ago
My eyes fill with tears every time I watch this.
Monkeyslash 1 year ago
an absolute ledgent, who will be sadly missed,
listerning to john on a dark and stormy night, bottle of red wine, and sit and watch patterns in the rain with some one you love, who could ask for more
carsickclive 1 year ago
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siteaudits 1 year ago
unique. impossible to replace. his talent and modesty. a treasure
showaddy11 1 year ago
Just to give old Phil a little support: He's doing most of the backing vocals, and the bit at the end is so sweet. His intonation and phrasing is spot on, noticeably good on just two repeated lines. Oh, and he's a bloody good drummer too.
yaisum 1 year ago
that was incredible.
UrbanGuerilla88 1 year ago
Thanks for posting this. This is the actual performance that made me go and buy 'Grace & Danger', having never heard of John Martyn before. I was maybe coming to the party a few years late but I've been there ever since :-)
brit1958dec 2 years ago
Yup, Phil Collins on drums. Phil guested on the album Grace and Danger which is what this track is from. The album was an homage to the break up of John's marriage at the time. He had to fight tooth and nail with Island Records who didn't want to release the album as they felt it was 'too depressing'. So much for record companies. Saw the guy many times. Such a loss.
geraberl 2 years ago 2
....."I watch the radio - I don't need to turn it on..." this is just great.... what a guy...
themaninme 2 years ago 2
As the anniversary of John's passing is drawing to a close, I thought I'd finish with this superlative version of one my favourites.
catweasel28 2 years ago 2
Oh how i LOVE John Martyn's music! My seven year old son is learning to appreciate his work too as we usually have something of JM on the stereo...However, in this song, he is convinced that John sings.... "SNOTTY ARMS IS OUR NEW FRIEND"....hmmm
hedgeyandbeef 2 years ago 2
Love his wonderful voice, nice guitar player and songwriter. Thanks John
Nofunk98 2 years ago
Oh in case you missed it, Mr Phil Collins in drums ; )
BlandyAl 2 years ago
Oh Wow... This is the first time I've seen this since the OGWT NYE special 81/82. It's the song that woke me up to JM, what a great talent he was, and a shame that he's no longer with us... Yes RIP John, you are sorely missed...
Alxx
BlandyAl 2 years ago
So glad he left us with some beautiful memories,RIP John...
zincalloy11 2 years ago
beautiful song, superbly performed live
bluesedout 2 years ago
Sheer class - Those who never discovered John Martyn's music I feel for you.
The man was superb!!!
CaltonBhoy1967 2 years ago
Totally totally agree. There will never be anyone like him.
Soarhead77 2 years ago
I just have dicovered him......(ABOUT TIME TOO)
nidgybaby 2 years ago
What a fuckin endin!
Get in john!
Gone but not forgotten
carbonbodyworker 2 years ago
One of those songs that just says what you feel. Sometimes all you can do is hide that sweet little mystery in your heart and Dream. Then even though it may never happen, it will stay safe inside your heart. John Martyn, you have left us with such gems we romantics just cling to. May you see How much you are remembered and so Loved. Peace and Love to all that listen to your beautiful voice. :)
nancyl2 2 years ago
What a way to find out he had passed on....fucking youtube comments...saw him in Glasgow and was gobsmacked at how good he was...R.I.P. John!x
colbrown22 2 years ago 3
timeless music from a man with so much talent
mollymiggs 2 years ago
I am commenting on John Martyn and the video I have just watched.....nothing to do with Phil Collins........!!!...John Martyn, to me, is a bloody genius and I thought he was a fantastic talent and , to me , he is and will be the most talented and able guitarist/songwriter .LOVE YOU JOHN MARTYN....mine and a lot of other peoples musical experience will be totally devastated by your passing. May Heaven take you and hold you close. xx
ixiplushi 2 years ago
pEOPLE who dont' like phil collins' music understand nothing to talent is
in song making, in drums, in harmony, in backing vocals and in melody
phenixreturns 2 years ago
shhshhhshhh
fuckamericanidiot 2 years ago
heard this voice over thirty years ago .still has the same feeling(brilliant)
thankyou R.I.P.
rayjames100 2 years ago
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BIGMUFF100 2 years ago
i m surprised this song wasnt a number 1 or anything .
its amazing!
nigusberries 2 years ago
Yes they did - but then again they were / are devoid of any home grown talent.
richjarr 2 years ago
wet wet wet had a hit with this one...
cosmicrider287 2 years ago
like this one very different
worddeep3 2 years ago
What a shame but thank you anyway. The live version on OGWT (now added to Grace & Danger remastered) is wonderful and it would have been great to have seen it.
JSWren 2 years ago
Dear Waggonersled. Do you have "Lookin' On"? from the same OGWT performance?
JSWren 2 years ago
Sorry, no. It's not on the video I got this from.
Waggonerslad 2 years ago
i think peolpe like below making fun of phil collins´ "lack of talent" are just pigheaded idiots,- i´m no taste-cop, but these abundant remarks make me angry. phil collins has made so much, lesser known, fucking brillant music and stayed a simple man throughout. He is one of the most gifted musicians on this jerk-covered planet! brand x, earlier genesis (up to 1983), countless uncredited drumjobs...so shut up
MoveOverCasanova 2 years ago 21
@MoveOverCasanova PHIL IS GREAT AND BRILLIANT AND GENIOUS AND MORE ... A MAN WHO HAS MAKE MILLIONS PEOPLE ENJOY AND BE HAPPY WITH ALL HIS MUSIC... I ´¨LOVE PHIL FOR EVER !!!!!!!!!!!!
genesisinsideme 1 year ago
@MoveOverCasanova But he's a TORY!
sid4me 1 year ago 2
@sid4me lol
MetalMachineManiac 10 months ago
@MoveOverCasanova
Right on ~ well said. He's contributed infinitely more than any of his armchair-hero-critics ever have or will.
steelyman08 7 months ago
i have seen him live :) the only bad thing was i was only 3 nd a bit so i hardly remember it :( he is an amzin musician
magicalmikey1993 2 years ago
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beogradwill 2 years ago
my fav version too just the electric guitar is amazing
worddeep3 2 years ago
john martyn wasnt an artist he was a musician live on john
worddeep3 2 years ago
I will never, best times ever.
pop9eye 2 years ago
Any one out there that has a video of One World, its his best.
John , still remember me at Glastonbury?
pop9eye 2 years ago
This guy is a one off a great song writer;and vocalist. Never saw him knew of him though, but it took such a long time to get into what he was about!!! what a talent
boyojohno 2 years ago
This is amazingi really love it
i wish i had gone to see him in concert more often!
hettihorse 2 years ago
if you think you've written a song more amazing than this please let me know!
OLIUSuntil 2 years ago
top that!
ruth1488 2 years ago
Wow.
snarewrek 2 years ago
this is one of the nicest songs ive heard for some time now. its just a shame i discover such talented musicians once they've diedso i wont see them live. ho hum
jhill190 2 years ago
Phil is a cracking drummer, but he's still an absolute bellend.
Like Eric Clapton. Cracking musician; abhorrent individual.
I'm just waiting for the 'killjoy liberal' comments to come a-hurling at me now...
mymatesurn 3 years ago
Ur absolutely 100% right there. Especially about Clapton. U have to admit that if it wasnt for Phil Collins though we mightnt have got such a perfect pop tune out of JM. Not that he couldnt have written it without him, but he would have probably shelved it if it werent for Collins commercial leaning.
electricitycomesfrom 2 years ago
Right behind you there.... but what a band,!
RichardofChelsea 2 years ago
as a matter of interest why are collins and clapton "abhorrent individuals"
mrroykeane16 2 years ago
I was probably over-stating the case a tad... Eric Clapton supported Enoch Powell. Pretty ironic, given that his music is a positive result of multiculturalism!
Phil Collins moved to Switzerland in 1997 because he said the country would crumble as soon as Tony Blair took office. We all like to overreact, but Phil took it more than a little too far.
Neither of these facts prevent me from enjoying their music. You don't necessarily have to like the guys though.
mymatesurn 2 years ago
Yeah, Collins rules!
ABittenfeld 3 years ago
My friends all tell me that I look so sad,
They don't need to ask me why,
They know the reason that I feel so bad,
Since the night you said goodbye.
Rest Easy Big Fella!
grahampl 3 years ago 3
legend
mrroykeane16 2 years ago
THe best drummer in the world with a fantastic writer singer= 2 wonderful albums and this rare live!
stop laugh at Phil because nobody has his talent
phenixreturns 3 years ago 7
prince has more talent in his left testicle than phil collins, i would say thats regarded largley as a blatent fact, but the joy of music, whateva floats the boat..john martyn legend.
erdyskerdy 2 years ago
Rest in perfect peace John. Condolences to all friends & Family x
jo7654 3 years ago
It is very sad to hear that Mr. Martyn is no longer amoung us, I had such fine moments with his music.
Condoleances to all friens & relatives.
KENOEFF 3 years ago
I'd echo that. I loved Johns music. The world is a lesser place without him. A concert with him was like a gathering of friends in his own kitchen - so personal. RIP John
Benny
Aprilfly 3 years ago
Phil and John... and I bet you, when Phil's friends wi' someone this means that person must have somethin' special indeed!
Another huge piece o' Scotland's gone now...
R.I.P. Iainie.
220773 3 years ago
I Saw John about 8 times in the 80's in the London Guildford Days with the "Heads" from Cranleigh in Surrey. He was an original. The percussive use of guitar and the belnd with Danny;s bass was sublime. The recordings with Phil on drums and backing vocals are priceless.
May You Never John. RIP Mate.
Mark Selfe
UpTheArsenal49 3 years ago 2
BEAUTIFULLY said!
CaptainMontague 3 years ago
The Glorious Fool.
rip John
strangeattractor291 3 years ago
Marvelous song, so sweet . What guitar! What voice! Rest in peace.
carnehan 3 years ago
RIP John, hell we had some times my man as I recall, memories and music will live for ever
TEELSI 3 years ago
The train has reached the final station John. Thanks for everything, I'll always cherish the memories of your great gigs.
powdfing 3 years ago
Rip Big Bad John
1969Zander 3 years ago
Another Legend has left us.RIP John
spookyfc 3 years ago
a true legend.may he rest in peace
spookyfc 3 years ago
what a legacy of music left behind will play it forever at sometime or other R.I.P. x
angieyseren 3 years ago
... and RIP John Martyn. Privileged to have met him once in Lisdoonvarna as a young whippersnapper. This is the song I always I think of when I hear his name.
Just a sweet, sublime piece of music.
comicalhat 3 years ago
Phil Collins has to be one of the most god awful songwriters from the 80s. How he ever got so popular is beyond me.
Just listen to Another Day in Paradise to remind yourself how awful he was back in the day.
Best place for him was behind a drum kit.
comicalhat 3 years ago
Sad news today, another legend has left us behind. My friend gave me his biography for Christmas. Must get around to reading it now
Drumbinnisbrian 3 years ago
RIP John and thanks
spikerooney011 3 years ago
SirOliverReed, you cannot be asserting that Phil Collins is not a talent. You simply cannot. Collins is a titan of British music, and always will be, as much as the great John Martyn is. The former attained more commercial success, it is true, but this does not detract from the Genesis drummer's genius. Yes, genius.
OforOboe 3 years ago 3
Nice one; but who was the drummer who sang those great harmonies?
andymacfunk 3 years ago
doh! - just had to read down the page!
andymacfunk 3 years ago
Beautiful song great singer!
Usurped 3 years ago
super top song.
astroman287 3 years ago
Why do I love this man ? let me count the ways: he writes songs which are sublime, he performs them with skill and passion, he was friends with Nick Drake, above all he is his own man
77gerbils 3 years ago
John - thank you
RIP
77gerbils 3 years ago
Sublime!
deffinatelybodmin 3 years ago 2
Magic John..
God bless
canley1 3 years ago 3
As a new John Martyn fan, and a huge one, this is my favorite song yet. Also, Phil is superb on backup, as evidenced by his near perfect timing with John once the instruments stop. Just beautiful.
danlay 4 years ago 4
Phil Collins produced the Grace and Danger album of John's, which this song is from.
jerky5011 4 years ago
Absolute nonsense. He only played drums and provided backing vocals. Phil Collins producing a genuine talent like John Martyn is a laughable notion, as Collins would be the first to admit.
SirOliverReed 3 years ago
Nice to see Phil where he belongs.....at the back!!!Behind the master.
rebmiknivek 4 years ago 10
Absolutely..
mctribble 3 years ago
Great Album, Great Talent
deirdrec1 4 years ago 5
Is that Phil Collins beating that drum?
Qpidon 4 years ago 2
Yup
grebztinmas 4 years ago
I don't think many people really appreciate what a superb singer (in terms of his phrasing and choice of melodies) John Martyn really is - that's a soul singer !
jddskench 4 years ago 2
Very few people grasp what a genius JM actually is.
When he's gone.......
mart3442 4 years ago 2
you are so right - you can't argue with fools !
jddskench 4 years ago 2
i appreciate how talented he is and i think a lot of his fan do too.
lhaverson 4 years ago 3
Awesome!!!.... Great team John 'n' Phil!
savrez14 4 years ago