i used to be a dee-jay at a club in buffalo in the 70s.when it was time to slow it down i always played this song.it was always a popular choice.thanks for the memories.
2. I think Garfunkel was a di*k for even releasing it to begin with. He already had an established career, and Tim was just beginning to crest. I didn't discuss this point with TIm, but I'd like to know the story surrounding the reason Garfunkel rushed his out. I think it hurt Tim's chances, as, no matter what anybody thinks of either version, it's a great song that should be heard more, and should have gone further up the charts...at least IMO.
It might be that I'm a little jaundiced because I've been lucky enough to talk to Tim (on FB) about it, but I don't think so. I think the arrangement is better also. and...
I just listened to both this version and Art Garfunkel's version back-to-back...and I've got to say two things:
1. The song is a GREAT song, and so I don't think you could have a bad version of it. BUT...Garfunkel's version is so slow with that winey nasally style that Garfunkel can sometimes fall into...(even though he has a great voice in the upper register) that Tim's comes through with much more heart and soul for me,
Think I heard Art's version first way back when,,,,,,,,,,,,but much perfer Tim's,,,,,guess as it sould be. From the heart of its master. Always beautiful and heartfelt,,,,,,days gone by.
Had this song on my mind all day -- I must've been thinking of someone who lived on Second Avenue in NY. Still get a lump in my throat when I hear it; sentimentality wins again. Such a simple song, and yet it cuts right to the heart.
Estimated friend, if you want to listen again this song and an endless number of successes of the love I suggest you to visit Radio MUSICA PARA MIMOS - looks for his direction URL in Google ( search Musica para Mimos in Google)-. best romantic music of all the times in Internet, is great, is very good ...!!!
Great song! I just listened to Art's version right after Tim's version and while I like Art's and liked it when it was released, it seems more commercial and more produced than Tim's. Reminds me of the great Killing Me Softly debate between the original by Lori Lieberman and Roberta Flack. Flack's was a huge commercial hit but Lori's, whose story it is, about seeing Don McLean perform is better to me because with less production is rendered far more intimate.
I was living in Trenton NJ the first time I heard this. The image of him writing on the frosty window pane leaves me weak. Quite a sad, yet beautiful image.
I was living in Trenton NJ the first time I heard this. The image of him writing on the frosty window pane leaves me weak. Quite a sad, yet beautiful image.
TIM,,,,I first thought it was an ELTON JOHN SONG ! I heard it first during the blizzrd of 78,,,Starring out the windows of my appartment. It was the end of my relationship with my fiencee,,,! The radio annoucer was screwed up in annoucing who sang the song,,,,Back in 2009 I was living on the 3rd floor of an apt building & this song came on,,,,Another relationship ,,I did see her on the 3rd floor landing,,,acussing me of drinking,,,,I said thats kinda funny,,,I just got off work,,YOU JERK !!!
Gorgeous song, beautiful performance and arrangement. Fun trivia: this was produced by Nick Jameson, who went on to produce (and become a member of) Foghat.
I profoundly disagree with you 1 man. Art's version is most poingnant, sensitive & soothing. Art's wonderful smooth & velvety voice gave this song a lot of meaning & depth. Art has one of the best voices ever for ballads. Karoke? I have no idea where your coming from with that except that you MUST, have a tin ear. Both versions are GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!
This came out in 1974 when I was a junior in high school.......even after all these years,it still evokes many memories.........mostly of a girl I had a sizzling crush on..she never knew it but I guess I didn't have the guts to say anything to her.Wonder what she's doing now,thirty-seven years later.....
I wanted to hear the author's version. VERY nice, soft & soothing. Tim Moore's voice has a nice clarity to it. Classic tune from a clearly talented musician. Thank you for posting. Peace.
Thanks, Tim. Heard this song only a few times in the '80s. DJ never said your name so I searched for years to discover it here. During the searching the "...frost on my window pane" part inspired part of a novel I wrote. Male character wrote something on his lost girlfriend's window as he leaves. It made for a great ending in Grand Slam.
As soon as this started playing, a shiver went down my spine - just like it used to way back in 1974 when I first heard it. What a sad, beautiful song !
I was going to school in South Jersey in the early 70's when this song came out. I didn't realize Tim Moore was from Philly. Makes sense now. My girlfriend and I fell in love to the song. We've been married now for 34 years. Great memories....
I was lucky enough to see him do it in person 11/14/10 - my wife's present to me for my 60th. Wonderful concert. dingecibbs, you gotta see him perform.
This is probably my favorite tune of all time. Don't know why, maybe it's the brilliant piano. I didn't hear this on the radio until the fall of '77, going into high school, and then only a few times, but was able to get it on a compilation record called Rockin' Easy produced by Warner Bros. It's a 2 record set from '75.
@dingecibbs I saw your comment re: Tim Moore's Second Avenue on youtube. We're big fans of his music. He may be playing Woodstock, NY soon to kickoff a new album. If you want to see him maybe become a fan on his facebook page - that's what we did and got to see him perform and it was great!
I never knew who wrote this absolutely beautiful song. beautiful lyrics. As much as i love garfunkle's version, i wish tim moore had gotten credit for it. i love songwriters.
This song brings back so so many wonderful memories of my high school years in the mid seventies. This is also the 1st time ive heard it since than and I almost forgot how beautiful a job Tim Moore did with it. A million thank yous for posting it!
Saw Tim in Memphis when this album came out. My friends and I were the ONLY table in the place. Tim and band played just for us. I think Garfunkle had a #2 hit, Bay city rollers going strong, not a soul knew who he was. band sat with us and drank-actually a pretty cool night.
This song by Tim Moore really takes me back. Must have been decades since I heard it least. 1975 - Listened to this song over and over after receiving a dear john letter while stationed aboard the USS John F Kennedy at sea.
OMG. First I find the original Funky Kings version of Slow Dancing and now this treasure. I thought I would never hear this one ever again. Thanks so much for posting it, Mike. And for the history, too. Man, you must have been on the radio. with that voice. LOL
OK youngsters are you listening? THIS is how songs are supposed to be written.
Extremely well-crafted song, a lesson for any aspiring singer-songwriters still out there...if any. Should have easily cracked the 'top ten', but sadly, did not.
This album is a classic to me. I own at least two copies... maybe three. Whenever I see it I buy it if I'm in a thrift store. Can't help myself. Thanks for sharing!
A very beautiful song for sure but in a very sad kind of way to which we all can relate . We have all been at this place at one time or another ! Tim Moore has a lot of other really great songs. I recommend that if you enjoy this tune that you check out his other works also !
I always loved this song, and preferred it to Art Garfunkel's version. It mirrored a relationship I had been in. Depressing really... Great song though!
saw tim moore ,open up for billy joel in san francisco at great american music hall. what a great show!!! bj just released streetlife serenade at the time. had to have been 1974,,,,, great memories
Oh, thanks for uploading this one. I'm not the only one who remembers. :) I've always preferred Tim's version. I remember a local DJ commenting that "looking glass" was a word not heard much anymore.
i suppose it depends on your personal choice, but i prefer Garfunkel's version. I love the instrumentation better and Art's voice is ethereal. Otherwise...a great song! thx for posting it
The arrangement is much nicer and more lush on the Tim Moore version. Also, Tim Moore quite frankly is a better singer.
Art Garfunkel gave a perfunctory and competent reading of the lyrics. But Tim Moore lived and felt every word. Perhaps like Dan Hill, he was too real and emotional and that is why he never hit it big in the US because we can only handle one Dan Hill!
Thank you for posting this and for all the outstanding efforts you make. It is much appreciated.
Art is the best!
luvart2607 1 week ago
i used to be a dee-jay at a club in buffalo in the 70s.when it was time to slow it down i always played this song.it was always a popular choice.thanks for the memories.
aggager078 1 week ago
2. I think Garfunkel was a di*k for even releasing it to begin with. He already had an established career, and Tim was just beginning to crest. I didn't discuss this point with TIm, but I'd like to know the story surrounding the reason Garfunkel rushed his out. I think it hurt Tim's chances, as, no matter what anybody thinks of either version, it's a great song that should be heard more, and should have gone further up the charts...at least IMO.
MarkAnthonyLentine 3 weeks ago
It might be that I'm a little jaundiced because I've been lucky enough to talk to Tim (on FB) about it, but I don't think so. I think the arrangement is better also. and...
MarkAnthonyLentine 3 weeks ago
I just listened to both this version and Art Garfunkel's version back-to-back...and I've got to say two things:
1. The song is a GREAT song, and so I don't think you could have a bad version of it. BUT...Garfunkel's version is so slow with that winey nasally style that Garfunkel can sometimes fall into...(even though he has a great voice in the upper register) that Tim's comes through with much more heart and soul for me,
MarkAnthonyLentine 3 weeks ago
Garfunkel's version was marshmellow, Tim's was the real thing. God bless him.
Themanwhocameback2 4 weeks ago
Think I heard Art's version first way back when,,,,,,,,,,,,but much perfer Tim's,,,,,guess as it sould be. From the heart of its master. Always beautiful and heartfelt,,,,,,days gone by.
delchic1 2 months ago
Had this song on my mind all day -- I must've been thinking of someone who lived on Second Avenue in NY. Still get a lump in my throat when I hear it; sentimentality wins again. Such a simple song, and yet it cuts right to the heart.
dhomie199 2 months ago
where to download his albums? I can't find them anywhere...
lucasgaroto 3 months ago
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Estimated friend, if you want to listen again this song and an endless number of successes of the love I suggest you to visit Radio MUSICA PARA MIMOS - looks for his direction URL in Google ( search Musica para Mimos in Google)-. best romantic music of all the times in Internet, is great, is very good ...!!!
robertoamor2011 3 months ago
Great song! I just listened to Art's version right after Tim's version and while I like Art's and liked it when it was released, it seems more commercial and more produced than Tim's. Reminds me of the great Killing Me Softly debate between the original by Lori Lieberman and Roberta Flack. Flack's was a huge commercial hit but Lori's, whose story it is, about seeing Don McLean perform is better to me because with less production is rendered far more intimate.
2beekate 3 months ago
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I was living in Trenton NJ the first time I heard this. The image of him writing on the frosty window pane leaves me weak. Quite a sad, yet beautiful image.
mykhelderian 4 months ago
I was living in Trenton NJ the first time I heard this. The image of him writing on the frosty window pane leaves me weak. Quite a sad, yet beautiful image.
mykhelderian 4 months ago
What a neat little segment. Had the 45 (Tim's version) and loved it. Thanks, Music Mike.
robertmorganfisher 5 months ago
TIM,,,,I first thought it was an ELTON JOHN SONG ! I heard it first during the blizzrd of 78,,,Starring out the windows of my appartment. It was the end of my relationship with my fiencee,,,! The radio annoucer was screwed up in annoucing who sang the song,,,,Back in 2009 I was living on the 3rd floor of an apt building & this song came on,,,,Another relationship ,,I did see her on the 3rd floor landing,,,acussing me of drinking,,,,I said thats kinda funny,,,I just got off work,,YOU JERK !!!
buckybarrett 5 months ago
Gorgeous song, beautiful performance and arrangement. Fun trivia: this was produced by Nick Jameson, who went on to produce (and become a member of) Foghat.
tattoofu 6 months ago
I profoundly disagree with you 1 man. Art's version is most poingnant, sensitive & soothing. Art's wonderful smooth & velvety voice gave this song a lot of meaning & depth. Art has one of the best voices ever for ballads. Karoke? I have no idea where your coming from with that except that you MUST, have a tin ear. Both versions are GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!
garydemaio 6 months ago
This came out in 1974 when I was a junior in high school.......even after all these years,it still evokes many memories.........mostly of a girl I had a sizzling crush on..she never knew it but I guess I didn't have the guts to say anything to her.Wonder what she's doing now,thirty-seven years later.....
borecleaner1 7 months ago
Art Garfunkel's version does not even compare to Tim Morre's. It's like someone singing karoke! lol
1manwithstick 7 months ago
I wanted to hear the author's version. VERY nice, soft & soothing. Tim Moore's voice has a nice clarity to it. Classic tune from a clearly talented musician. Thank you for posting. Peace.
mjcamck71 8 months ago
I am sitting here crying. That, in itself, speaks volumes. I wish I hadn't lost that one, I really do....
eightdozenroses 8 months ago
No words....
LaurenandSteveP 8 months ago
thank you its still a great song
jwx57 8 months ago
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Thanks, Music Mike. You're a pal.
wcorbit1 9 months ago
Thanks, Music Mike. You're a pal.
wcorbit1 9 months ago
Thanks, Tim. Heard this song only a few times in the '80s. DJ never said your name so I searched for years to discover it here. During the searching the "...frost on my window pane" part inspired part of a novel I wrote. Male character wrote something on his lost girlfriend's window as he leaves. It made for a great ending in Grand Slam.
NavyBob1965 10 months ago 2
I remember this song and this album so well. Still breaks my heart!
judy62849 11 months ago
right there with all the great philly singer songwriters he is the reason fo the great wxpn doing singer songwriters concerts
JOHNSTIER23 11 months ago
Mate if you are not a DJ you should be, I owe 2 Tim Moore albums.
planetrockford 11 months ago
This guy is so talented!! What happened to him?
dottiem45 1 year ago
good looking video presentation
berkshireboy62 1 year ago
As soon as this started playing, a shiver went down my spine - just like it used to way back in 1974 when I first heard it. What a sad, beautiful song !
bipolarbert 1 year ago 8
@bipolarbert You're right, it's like a tear-jerker, I guess.
takemeback2 11 months ago
thanks mike...terrific posts...jigsaw..tim moore..respects..you like my type
john111257 1 year ago
thanks mike...terrific posts...jigsaw..tim moore..respects
john111257 1 year ago
Thanks Mike, I like both versions very well.
takemeback2 1 year ago
Lovely, but I still like Art Garfunkel's version better
stoicjello 1 year ago
Tim's version is so heart-felt! Art just reads the words on the page.
lasinlo 1 year ago
"Where I wrote I AM YOU" How good is that? What a beautiful song. I think I still have it on 8 track.
Noprobo1 1 year ago
@Noprobo1 how could you not thats a great expression of time &place this is what is missing from the 70's
JOHNSTIER23 11 months ago
I was going to school in South Jersey in the early 70's when this song came out. I didn't realize Tim Moore was from Philly. Makes sense now. My girlfriend and I fell in love to the song. We've been married now for 34 years. Great memories....
TragicIndeed 1 year ago 3
Absolutely the best!!!!!....Love Garfunkels version but this tops everything!!!!
hansgeenen 1 year ago 2
I was lucky enough to see him do it in person 11/14/10 - my wife's present to me for my 60th. Wonderful concert. dingecibbs, you gotta see him perform.
He will put you in another place.
oldsportscar 1 year ago
Colin Blunstone's 2009 version turned me on to this great ballad.
Oldschool7166 1 year ago
This is probably my favorite tune of all time. Don't know why, maybe it's the brilliant piano. I didn't hear this on the radio until the fall of '77, going into high school, and then only a few times, but was able to get it on a compilation record called Rockin' Easy produced by Warner Bros. It's a 2 record set from '75.
dingecibbs 1 year ago
@dingecibbs I saw your comment re: Tim Moore's Second Avenue on youtube. We're big fans of his music. He may be playing Woodstock, NY soon to kickoff a new album. If you want to see him maybe become a fan on his facebook page - that's what we did and got to see him perform and it was great!
oldsportscar 1 year ago
I think this version of the song is the best!!
hkn10x 1 year ago
Gosh, that was beautiful!
dottiem45 1 year ago
I never knew who wrote this absolutely beautiful song. beautiful lyrics. As much as i love garfunkle's version, i wish tim moore had gotten credit for it. i love songwriters.
dottiem45 1 year ago
..."and all the things that we felt must eventually melt and fade
like the frost on my windowpane
where I wrote 'I am you',
on Second Avenue"
What a brilliantly and gorgeously sad lyric. Wonderful song.
bobareebop 1 year ago
This song brings back so so many wonderful memories of my high school years in the mid seventies. This is also the 1st time ive heard it since than and I almost forgot how beautiful a job Tim Moore did with it. A million thank yous for posting it!
MrJimpat57 1 year ago
thanks mike the original was on Mooncrest Label I know because I had a copy,
it's still a great Album though.
like Jeffrey Shurtleff's State Farm on A&M , have you got that too.
medina3118 1 year ago
Saw Tim in Memphis when this album came out. My friends and I were the ONLY table in the place. Tim and band played just for us. I think Garfunkle had a #2 hit, Bay city rollers going strong, not a soul knew who he was. band sat with us and drank-actually a pretty cool night.
pjtrenthem 1 year ago
This song by Tim Moore really takes me back. Must have been decades since I heard it least. 1975 - Listened to this song over and over after receiving a dear john letter while stationed aboard the USS John F Kennedy at sea.
Jesse4sd 1 year ago
OMG. First I find the original Funky Kings version of Slow Dancing and now this treasure. I thought I would never hear this one ever again. Thanks so much for posting it, Mike. And for the history, too. Man, you must have been on the radio. with that voice. LOL
OK youngsters are you listening? THIS is how songs are supposed to be written.
jstnxprsn1 1 year ago
Not only do I love this song, I'm also very impressed with MusicMike, who reminds me of Dick Clark and Casey Kasem. Thanks for the upload!
boonhod 1 year ago
Very similiar to art Garfunkel's cover.
handinside 1 year ago
Extremely well-crafted song, a lesson for any aspiring singer-songwriters still out there...if any. Should have easily cracked the 'top ten', but sadly, did not.
rainbowranddy 1 year ago
This album is a classic to me. I own at least two copies... maybe three. Whenever I see it I buy it if I'm in a thrift store. Can't help myself. Thanks for sharing!
Rolland B. Heiss
rbheiss 1 year ago
I haven't heard this version until now. Simply lovely. Thank you.
jsbach15 1 year ago
A very beautiful song for sure but in a very sad kind of way to which we all can relate . We have all been at this place at one time or another ! Tim Moore has a lot of other really great songs. I recommend that if you enjoy this tune that you check out his other works also !
Tempusviator 1 year ago
I always loved this song, and preferred it to Art Garfunkel's version. It mirrored a relationship I had been in. Depressing really... Great song though!
mrb2563 1 year ago
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mrb2563 1 year ago
Hats off Tim!!!! One of the prettiest pop songs ever!!!!
pacific1814 1 year ago
Just a great song, a time to remember and to be remembered
marshalll54 1 year ago
Good job, Mike! this music reminds me of good old days. We were young, aren't we?
batterseapark1 1 year ago
One of the greatest ballads of all time
maxjwinters007 1 year ago
this song was one of my favorites throughtout the 70's and 80's, used to wake up to it on wmmr, thanks tim, love you.
margarita6022 1 year ago
saw tim moore ,open up for billy joel in san francisco at great american music hall. what a great show!!! bj just released streetlife serenade at the time. had to have been 1974,,,,, great memories
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396belair 1 year ago
Oh, thanks for uploading this one. I'm not the only one who remembers. :) I've always preferred Tim's version. I remember a local DJ commenting that "looking glass" was a word not heard much anymore.
eowyn1964 1 year ago
Don't miss Tim Moore's other great track "A Fool Like You."
dllewiszz 2 years ago
i suppose it depends on your personal choice, but i prefer Garfunkel's version. I love the instrumentation better and Art's voice is ethereal. Otherwise...a great song! thx for posting it
jekiwe 2 years ago 2
The arrangement is much nicer and more lush on the Tim Moore version. Also, Tim Moore quite frankly is a better singer.
Art Garfunkel gave a perfunctory and competent reading of the lyrics. But Tim Moore lived and felt every word. Perhaps like Dan Hill, he was too real and emotional and that is why he never hit it big in the US because we can only handle one Dan Hill!
Thank you for posting this and for all the outstanding efforts you make. It is much appreciated.
chuckcollins 2 years ago
A Masterpiece-by both artists! Beautiful! Thanks!
nipsterstang 2 years ago
Good stuff
Rockchisler 2 years ago