Michael Franks - Island Life (Live 1991)

[DylanGirl1963]

GOOD MUSIC *NEVER* DIES, and Michael Franks' is keeping JAZZ ALIVE & THRIVING!

[JillAngie3]

I think Michael Franks is awesome. No-one has a style or a voice quite like his.

[saxocopter]

"Island Life" and "Doctor Sax" have always been my two favorite Michael Franks songs. Everytime I hear this song I get visions of myself in Hawaii surf fishing for giant trevally!

[JillAngie3]

Wow check his pupils out....Michael Franks confirmed Reptilian...no wonder his music is so good! AWESOME! ^5

[saxocopter]

@JillAngie3 , yeah, he looks like a pit viper with those eyes. I guess in order to stay cool you gotta be a little cold-blooded (lol).

[JillAngie3]

@saxocopter Hi :-) Thanks for your comment! Yes Michael Franks does look like he has Reptilian DNA....but most of us have anyway....some of us have the RH- as a recessive gene, some have a higher dosage....and of course the bluebloods such as the Presidents of the USA and Royalty in the UK and other countries, are all inter-related! ~J

[dapfonz]

@JillAngie3 ...jill, what a stupid observation. and i suppose you're perfect? Doubtful.

[JillAngie3]

@dapfonz I never said reptilians are any lesser than me....then I think I also have some reptilian. Those with the RH- are closer to the reptilians apparently....I'm an RH+ with RH- as a recessive gene....in fact it appears most alien abductees are RH-

[MsAssaP]

his band is awesome!!!!!

[alanskeys]

just wish Mr Franks would tour the UK

been a fan for over 20 years

[areleous1]

his words are so nice and fluid. the voice matches the words nicely.

[414141411]

if you have the original version of"chez nouz"please post it.

thanks,

[Meridian83West]

Sorry about the typo... I obviously meant "GREAT song"!

[Meridian83West]

Gret song! Hearing this reminds me of seeing Michael Franks for the first time in 1987. It was a fantastic show with a killer band. The following morning I had the pleasure of meeting him at a local record store. He's a genuinely nice guy who patiently answered all the questions everyone had while he was signing CDs and LPs there. One of my most prized possesions is my copy of "The Camera Never Lies" LP that he signed for me.

[laky158158]

Piacevole la musica... voce da sogno rilassa mente e spirito grande!!!

[keishalindsey712]

Michael Franks is smooth jazz....I love his voice..it is so smooth....I have seen him in concert and he sounds just like he does on the radio GREAT...truly one of the best

[sammirefi]

Looove Island life! Camera never lies was the best!

[KimberDi]

this is one of my favorite songs from the album camera never lies. Ohhh i could listen to this all day and all night

[gemc8]

Thanks for all the LIVE videos with Michael Franks. I have never seen him in concert, but I truly feel I have now thanks to you!

[Mrtiele]

Truely one of the timeless voices of jazz. Also a pioneer of the smooth jazz genre. As a kid growing up in L.A. in the 60s through to today, his voice seems to cut through the fog of and maze of the multiples of the era. I'm sure most of his admirers and fans would admit that his music is more valuable bought than downloaded. Classic. Simply, classic. I, like others, await anything new (or remastered) to be released.

[kybernes]

I love all of Michaels music & poetry too - so beautiful to read such a lot of confirmations here :-) And hey: he sounds life even more relaxed than on the studio version - real laidback phrasing - just truly great! And young Chris Hunters sax playing is a real good contrast.

[WildOrchid5]

Kiss all this goodbye and..... Love, Love this song... brings me wonderful memories of my life In Key West and my husband whom I still adore 29 years later!!!

[BoydImages]

this is for my dear, dear friend Melinda! We listened to this a lot!

[maynard9881]

i love all the music of Michael Franks

[MsSunshinej]

Thank you, I LOVE Michael still and always will

[dnumgeis]

From 'The Camera Never Lies" album which I still play on my turntable & listen to up to now. Hope to see you again in Manila Mr. Cool! :-)

[DaveyL1954]

Dear Michael, Come to England, we need you.

[johnartmaster]

his new book "poems from the road" is a must own!!!!

[thephoneisringing]

boo

[TheVanillaPress]

i love this guy forever x

[pretorious700]

jeez...nice mullet

[happymike44]

Sorry but mullets are fun Business in the front and a party in the back lol.

[Seashelldiver]

To Ilovemovies5.....I have seen MF at least 20 times and only once in Detroit did he do  "When Sly Calls" it was New Years eve and it was a special treat to FINALLY here him do that song live......I've been searchin for a live video and I am convinced one doesn't exist.....soo sad ! It's a great tune !

[dnumgeis]

I have this on vinyl & ultimately his best work so far. that cool, soothing voice is still there until now.

earl klugh, patti austin, etc. were some of the guest artists in the lp. he still got the distinctive voice even htough he's balding now.

way to go master franks! mabuhay ka!

[chaliceofchange]

Simply fantastic and way before Kenny G got the credit. This man really did some good music

[maurikio25]

regards from mexico guys! thanks! Michael " siempre sera el mejor!"

[MightyMite76]

I played this album/tape a lot when I was Guam back in the 80s. :o)

[cjthemusicman]

Appreciate you thinking of me, Sherry. Have always admired Michael.

*****

[ilovemovies5]

anyone know where i can watch "when sly calls?"

thanks,

deb

[mic32one]

This is one of my favorites. I suppose we all want to escape to the island life. Michael Franks has very smooth vocals. Thanks for the music! mic32one

[waltersboy]

I love the style.. original.. great! did anyone ever post the duet with patti austin? now you're in my dreams?

[daseffex1925]

can someone please post "now your in my dreams"w/patti austin off the camera never lies album great song believe me.

[dotz2ro]

Michael Franks and his unique style!

A delight hearing any of their songs

[Califfa700]

Wow I think I heard this song every time I wake up. This is also a favorite of mine.

[HaIIoweenKingDiamond]

thanks for sending

[DancingSpiderman]

I like the drummer's fashion sense.

He must have the same proglem as me: Allergic to synthetic fabrics

[johnartmaster]

how was the show at terrytown? is mr franks still strong? i missed the show damn!

[johnartmaster]

hey is there a dvd with this stuff on it???

[alex94115]

He has been writing and performing amazing music for 40 years. How many artists can say that. great stuff!

[831marshmellow]

I saw Michael Franks at the Beacon years ago. His band was tight and he was just right.

He sound like the record. Wonderful.

[jrichman21]

Michael Franks baby! This Saturday, Tarrytown - 8:00; can't wait

[jerrmae]

<33

[thecat029]

This music is incredible.

[HUTINAK]

I first heard his music in Burger King of all places in 1985 No shit .

It was piped-in BG music and I thought who is this guy ...this is awesome!

[ONYXS13]

I love this song but I can't hang with the live stuff. I also like "The camera never lies".. The studio version really does give me more of the "Island" feel..

Oh well.. Good upload anyway.

[gt2breal]

Island life.... I love Michael Fanks

[empressmaryana]

...ive been listening to all your songs from the very start...i was very young then ...until i got my family...upto to the present... you are here with me... still in my heart and soul!

[bas7es]

Wonderfull timing. I like his way of relaxed walking after the melodie...

Sad to see in commercial top40 music this kind of Quality is so rare and almost unknown... :( those days.

[mp333shadow]

Blenzig rocks my world!!!!

[carriwithac]

mellifluous= like flowing honey, always makes me feel like I'm on vacation!!

[carriwithac]

his voice is mellifluous?

[HUTINAK]

Melifluous is the word.SUN-ANYMOUS

Synoymous with sun and sand

[plutaris33]

I remember when Michael performed this on the "Tonite Show". Johnny Carson was a big fan!

[caraqueno]

@plutaris33 I do, too. I didn't realize Carson was such a fan but he,obviously, had incredible taste in music :-).

[PENNHILLSPA]

CHECK OUT MICHAEL FRANKS "CINEMA" QUITE COOL...SEARCH UNDER Kingdom Hearts - Cinema

[jazzytds]

Michael is speaking of Captiva Island. He is the king of smooth, with such eloquent verses to soothe the soul.

[bingbong35]

My favorite song of his and most memorable for me. I remember singing Island Life on the Grammy's or one of those awards shows.

[AmoreFeet]

Always loved Franks....what album is this from????

[metzilla]

It's from The Camera Never Lies, 1987

[johnstoneb]

I absolutely need to know who this alto sax player is - you're right, he's got "Sanbornisms" all over his playing. Does anyone know his name?

[chayjazz]

Chris Hunter is the saxophonist...

[saxocopter]

"Island Life" has always been my favorite Michael Franks song, especially live! It always gives me visons of tarpon fishing in the Bahamas or Belize!

[sastal]

I live in Miami, and I dream of MF's island life! The closest we get to it is Key West!

[croon4u]

I wish Mr. Franks would come for a sunny 'working' holiday in Australia!!

[capricorn35901]

I love Michael Franks! I've played this song on my CD over, and over. I love most anything by Michael. He's so smooth!

Thanks for sharing!

[sarahmccaffery]

l love this song so much !! Pure class. Come and tour the UK PLEASE

[amesburyjo]

MF is very smooth.....Love this song and video!

[saxocopter]

So do I! As I've said, this song always gives me visions of fishing in the surf in some exotic location, like Belize or Cozumel or Jamaica or Hawaii!The guy on the alto is really tearing it up, and you can hear the Sanborn influence in his playing.

[maucano]

the best!!!!

[muscbxsprhero]

great stuff, love this guy

[riotiticaca]

Do you have the lady wants to know ?

[FarahMalika83]

i'm glad you posted this video up. it's great to watch. MF makes great music :-)

[bettyt47]

This is NOT my kind of music

[tigertrnt]

Yeah, like we're concerned with your tastes in music at all!

[smoothflute1]

Go somewhere else, like watch the tele....

[m4rs12]

...tubbies!

LOL

[lucasbig]

not enough "booty" references for ya? Perhaps if he wore gold teeth, carried a gun, got arrested? LOL.

[goheadchile]

Finally something on YouTube worth watching!

[kn321]

i love michael! you must be so special to record this! thank you. i don't have a stereo but i could listen to michael because of you! you have a lot of class. please make more music.  i love your taste.

california girl, USA