There's another version of this video with an introduction from the host, and the drummer is Paul Spencer, who played with Magazine as Martin Jackson's replacement for a short time in 1978 before he himself was replaced by John Doyle.
Well they've put a few OGWT DVD's out but they are really random. However I would buy one if they put this on it. In Roxy Music Eno played the part of mad scientist and looked th epart, here Formula's herky jerky movements at tge kyboards defintely remind me of Dr Frankenstein in his laboratory!
Have to agree even though it is obviously the same recording the crashing guitar and fazing sound is much better they must have cleaned up the sound for the other version or perhaps its just mono
Just a heads up, they will be playing an extra night in London now, Thurs 12 feb. As for me, Friday 13th will be my lucky night - because I'm going to that gig.
Fucking brilliant whoever posted this..I saw these in 1978, they were mesmerising..Howard Devoto truly amazing and charismatic...Produced by John Leckie, you can hear the early Radiohead and MUSE influence
Saw them in Holland in early 1980 at "de Effenaar" in Eindhoven. Mesmerizing show. McGeogh was brilliant, Adamson awesome. Howard D. wearing his bomber jacket. Perfection!
Wow would love to get my hands on this whole set fro m the Old Grey Whistle test.They started playing some of the shows on VH1 Classic but you only see like Lynyrd Skynyrd and Tom Petty!!!!
Not much needs to be said really, doesn't get much better. McGeoch's guitar - check when he uses the effects pedal - pure coolness. Formula even bothers to style his hair like Brian Eno. Way ahead of its time. You are not worthy.
Great band. Luv Howard's comedy clown/UFO wig
63punkaddict 2 months ago
I am so glad these live vids are still up. Too bad I can't watch the crazy Cut Out Shapes vid.
BootyFister 9 months ago
@BootyFister Actually, the Cut-Out Shapes video is back up now.
NewWaver80014 9 months ago
nice chaos into order segue.
OGWT really showed you the real band, no bluster, no makeup, no marketing. If you played well here you played well period.
xyaqua 1 year ago
Nothing new since 82. You took the words out of my mouth.
samueljaros 1 year ago
Who's the guy on drums? Doesn't look like Doyle or Jackson
hugegadjit 2 years ago
@hugegadjit
There's another version of this video with an introduction from the host, and the drummer is Paul Spencer, who played with Magazine as Martin Jackson's replacement for a short time in 1978 before he himself was replaced by John Doyle.
Stig1138 1 year ago
That's fantastic.
TitchTV 2 years ago
Howard Devoto and Klaus Nomi, separated at birth?
bennyshambles 2 years ago
I like your nerve. I like what you do.
veranka3 2 years ago
Que delirioo!!!!!! Que temazo por favor!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Esta banda no tiene el reconocimiento que se merece es una lastima
dynamogfh 2 years ago
this is an amazing song. who said punk could not live in peace with progressive?
mobyboy 2 years ago
Has anbody got Scree? it's the rareities and B sides, great stuff
woodiestv 2 years ago
Brilliant. Absolutely bloody brilliant. Howard De Voto = Pure Genius.
vikesh81 2 years ago
forum nxt week ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
likeastoolpigeon 3 years ago
Well they've put a few OGWT DVD's out but they are really random. However I would buy one if they put this on it. In Roxy Music Eno played the part of mad scientist and looked th epart, here Formula's herky jerky movements at tge kyboards defintely remind me of Dr Frankenstein in his laboratory!
tatehemlock 3 years ago
I pretty much watch and/or listen to this everyday. This version just kicks ass. I thought the Peel Session was tight. This stomps.
tatehemlock 3 years ago
Have to agree even though it is obviously the same recording the crashing guitar and fazing sound is much better they must have cleaned up the sound for the other version or perhaps its just mono
knackeroo 3 years ago
This kicks ass.
jennvixvids 3 years ago
Did you know:
Howard was actually the founder of a sexual deviants society at his college?
Arai64 3 years ago
Wow. I would love to have a high quality version of this on DVD or something. This is just genius.
tatehemlock 3 years ago
And... you shag your missis missionary only?
TeeSee123 2 years ago
Quality!
SeeMagoogles 3 years ago
Love McGs guitar playing , but also Adamsons bass, especially on this ....
metric1977 3 years ago
Devoto thinks hes Brian Eno in this vid -
blackpoolrok 3 years ago
There always was a Roxy Music element to Magazine.
HeadlandRoad 3 years ago 2
Indeed there was a Roxy element to Magazine, probably why i like both bands and Eno !
metric1977 3 years ago
i like
myrtletickner 3 years ago
Howard Devoto come back, please
savke28 3 years ago
Playing two gigs manchester and London next year. Tickets on sale now.
blackpoolrok 3 years ago
Just a heads up, they will be playing an extra night in London now, Thurs 12 feb. As for me, Friday 13th will be my lucky night - because I'm going to that gig.
asphodeline 3 years ago
Howard Devito? That's his name? My God!! I think I will live a little longer because of the Magazine!!
wadakoyo 3 years ago
Fucking brilliant whoever posted this..I saw these in 1978, they were mesmerising..Howard Devoto truly amazing and charismatic...Produced by John Leckie, you can hear the early Radiohead and MUSE influence
blondie1159 3 years ago
God, that takes me back... what a wonderful group.
HotBadgerDeluxe 3 years ago
Fantastic!
the guitar reminds me of Mark F from Part 1!
Anyone remember them?
fmeak 3 years ago 2
Saw them in Holland in early 1980 at "de Effenaar" in Eindhoven. Mesmerizing show. McGeogh was brilliant, Adamson awesome. Howard D. wearing his bomber jacket. Perfection!
BabyDollMessiah 3 years ago
just awesome - RIP John McGeogh
paul4003 3 years ago
Devøtø wøs definitivø brilliantinø
PAULLONDEN 3 years ago
Wow would love to get my hands on this whole set fro m the Old Grey Whistle test.They started playing some of the shows on VH1 Classic but you only see like Lynyrd Skynyrd and Tom Petty!!!!
johnyboy5 4 years ago
Pity this wasn't better quality but thanks for uploading - Great band - Immense guitar from McGeoch
galdacanobaby 4 years ago 2
Would blow most bands of today to pieces ......
paulo7070 4 years ago 8
Got all of their albums, and to be honest i'm quite chuffed they packed it in, rather than go commercial.
navaho56 4 years ago 4
Saw them in 1979 and they were really good.
But so loud I was deaf for 48 hours...
I think it was Barry Adamsons 1000W bass stack.
nubient 4 years ago 2
Simply ... one of the greatest bands ... EVAAAAHHHH!
kidwoofwoof 4 years ago
I thought this song was called "Real Life"? They played it on Peel Sessions.
JohnnySwitchblade 4 years ago
The Album's called real life-the track's definitive gaze-saw them in 79- so under-rated absolute brilliance
Jper77 4 years ago
exactly my sentiments,,i was probably at the same gig! I still rate them as my favourite ever band.
jbmolcon 4 years ago
Thanks for uploading. This is magnificent.
AbbaGabbaHey 4 years ago
I was a huge Magazine/Devoto remember seeing them play at the Russell Club ..happy memories of being 17 and growing up nr Manchester...
GlossopLinda 4 years ago
bought real life in littlewoods in chapel market for two quid. this was one of many top tracks. what a result. as good today as then
mickobtottenham 4 years ago
Wow - not seen this since it was on TV originally. One of the best bands ever showing how it's really done. Nice to know someone out there cares!
blindoperasinger 4 years ago
magnificence
spunkryan 4 years ago
Sheer brilliance. Thanks for posting this rare footage, hope it stays up this time
averilleX 4 years ago
One of the greatest experimental punk/new wave bands to exist.
zevi14 4 years ago
I am soooo very happy to see this! THank yoU for posting it. What fun. Grew up loving these guys and still do.
boondoggle7 4 years ago
Very brave for Devoto to leave the Buzzcocks for this , turned out well for both bands, Devoto's one leg dance never caught on!
nassierkhan 4 years ago 2
Not much needs to be said really, doesn't get much better. McGeoch's guitar - check when he uses the effects pedal - pure coolness. Formula even bothers to style his hair like Brian Eno. Way ahead of its time. You are not worthy.
nothingnewsince82 4 years ago 2
Formula? Or Devoto?
Tourist1977 4 years ago
magazine
spunkryan 4 years ago