todd rundgren - while my guitar gently weeps

[urslave011]

you know that song '' death of rock and roll'' on the Initiation album? When Todd Dies, it really will be the ''death of rock and roll'' ! Cause Hendrix said and I quote....."" I dont live today!'' So with Jimi and todd in the eternities .......Teaching angels.....Rock and roll on earth will be dead!!! RIP!

[emsloat84]

Heard this in Peekskill,NY at the Paramount...Todd is the MAN

[waldengate]

Transports me back-another era- the best- miss it-

[stepdvs]

surfitive~you need to look him up. He's incredible and has an outstanding amount of FAME. I guess you're pretty young?! He's played with the BEST in the past. Check out his 1st band....NAZZ....

[WightForrest]

Rundgren has always been fantastic. I use to practically worship this man back in the day. Guess that was late 70's. But surprisingly for me, I've never heard him do this song. I loved George's version of this... makes me weep every time I hear it. So this is a wonderful find to stumble upon. Thanks.

[jf99151]

For those who don't know, he's playing Eric's (the fool) Cream SG. 

[cathoderoy]

@jf99151 It's actually a replica, at this point, the original Clapton one Todd used for decades practically fell apart, and he eventually donated it to The Smithsonian or something...

[rednoise0]

@cathoderoy - Todd auctioned off his original Fool guitar. The buyer was never revealed, nor the price paid. Rumor has it that Todd didn't get nearly what he hoped to get.

[cathoderoy]

@rednoise0 Yeah, I'd forgotten what it was exactly that Todd had done with it...seems like that thing would be priceless, considering the incredibly cool history behind it...I can't think of a piece of rock and roll memorabilia I would want more...did Todd need money badly or something? I know he's been constantly touring, basically, because he doesn't have any alternative, I guess living in Hawaii ain't cheap...hey, are you a Red Noise fan, by any chance, the Bill Nelson band?

[rednoise0]

@cathoderoy - Todd had IRS problems for a while and had to tour a lot in order to pay of some tax debts. I heard that he sold off his share of "Bat out of Hell" profits for that reason, and I suppose selling the Fool guitar was part of that, too. I believe he's all paid up now. That beautiful house in Hawaii must take a lot to maintain.

I'm a big Bill Nelson fan in general, though not that much Rednoise in particular... but it's a very cool name!

[MIKLISLE100]

I saw Todd sing this with Joe Jackson as an encore in Liverpool a few years ago-a perfect end to a great gig.

[djbrooks11]

dolts...this is todds tribute to george who influenced his music.

[rikkisogazgf]

Luv hiz hair color!! Todd rox!!!

[ricknance]

-->LychkovIA : In addition to the voice, guitar, drums, piano etc... Todd wrote a lot of video and paint animation software. I wouldn't be surprised it that was his stuff in the video on stage.

[Madre02]

Todd is so talented. Just Brilliant. I can't believe how he mastered the piano, guitar AND drums. .... So cool.

[kir3txsbcglobalnet]

Is this man, Todd Rundgren, playing George Harrison covers? Well.. God Bless him. A man could do much much much worse!!!!!!!!

[vintagezigg]

Beautifully Done ! What can this man not do ??? A consumate rocker. Respect to Todd Rundgren !

[eamonosu]

thanks for that everyone. i always thought it was harrison's solo, fair play to eric he did it again ;D

[gzacto]

Georges solo's? Try Clapton.

[thetoiletskeleton]

in reply to some old posts, the point, Alan Parsons, Beatles engineer with great talent playing their own hits and Beatle's songs, Todd playing Clapton's guitar reproduction or not Todd did own it after Eric, Prince is the black Todd, but I acknowledge the compliment intended, Todd came first.

[Mikemaniax]

Oh God! Todd Rundgren, Ann Wilson, Alan Parsons, & John Entwistle all on stage at once! I think I need a change of shorts right now!

[raremountainbear]

Rundgren's Beatle's covers are incredible. The guy is one of the most talented rockers of all time.

[LychkovIA]

It is nice to hear such a faithful cover of George Harrison's song from Todd Rundgren.

P.S. I hate that psychedelic animations that are interrupting the video.

[newsy8]

so perfect.

{{Todd}}

as always,

amazingly beautiful.

[newsy8]

so wonderful and perfect.

TIG!!!

[cunobelinusX31]

I've seen Prince and Todd live, they are both excellent! I think Todd has the edge on musicianship while Prince is a better performer! Just my opinion, but you know what they say about opinions? They're like arseholes everyones got one!

[alistar21]

Here's my info on this vid that some have been pointed out already ,but I'll be tidy and put it into 1 comment. Firstly that is not the Clapton Gibson SG Rundgren is playing here, Clapton used a Gibson Les Paul on the White Album session for this song and the other guitarist playing alongside Mr. Rundgren and David Pack is Godfrey Townsend.

[bungalowmo]

@alistar21

You're right...that is not Clapton's SG.  It is one of 2 reproductions that Todd had made for himself prior to auctioning off the original. He bought the original for $500 back in the early '70s, I believe. Google "Clapton's SG" & scroll to the link on the Gibson site. They certainly aren't going to lie to ya.

[ExplosiveThinMan]

The drummer, guitarist, and of course John on bass all toured with JE.

[myrg450]

Todd using Clapton's guitar to play Clapton's part of George's song. A nice way to pay tribute to both fellow musicians.

[cathoderoy]

Does anyone know who the other guitarist besides Todd and David Pack is with the yellow shirt is? He's great, he NAILS those leads at the beginning.

[chelababy1]

Todd is such a MASTER & GENIUS.Overlooked Ignored, and Misunderstood.

Todd Rundgren needs our support RIGHT NOW More Than Ever! Not finacially secure after all he has accomplished in the Music World and Computer World. Please support shows buy merchandise & spread the word.

Also please click periodically on his myspace music page. Help HIM RISE 2 this OCCASION !!

ROCK LOVE,

CHERRY XOXO

I am on Twitter too supporting TODD using same Username Just Loving Fan

[cwbutler]

@chelababy1 sooo - who's gonna support me in my old age when I'm not secure after all I've accomplished?

[chelababy1]

LOL CHIP !! Guess we all have to depend on some Good luck when the "CHIPS" are down !! You and me both !!

XOXO

CHERRY

[nancyl2]

Nice voice but I wish I could hear the lyrics (please post them in your More info) it sounds lovely. Nice range he has. So glad for the sharing of this fine group. Thanks "Chris" ; -))))) LOVE good music. We have such Crap in USA today, NICE having such Gems sent my way. :-) Peace and Love. I have a UK friend that shares soooooommmmmmeeee to me also. "All About EVE" goes along with these greats. Keep them alive on here. OK!!

[surfitlive]

I think Todd is the "white" version of Prince as far as talent and abilities compared to his peers....Anyone else think so? Haven't heard alot of his stuff but he can hold a tune, hit the lows and highs, play instruments, writes(for other musicians also)/compose/sing/perform AND makes his own videos......nuff said. Why we don't see/hear this guy more is a mystery to me. Yet anyone on the inside knows of him and his 'greatness'. Maybe he never wanted that kind of 'FAME'??

[surfitlive]

OH! and he produce(d/s) records for many other groups....

[mercfan74]

Todd producered: Janis Joplin, Patti Smith, Hall & Oats, Badfinger, Grand Funk Railroad, The Tubes, Meatloaf, Alice Cooper, Cheap Trick, Lords of the New Church, the Tom Robinson Band, Psychedelic Furs, and XTC to name a few. He produced Bat out of Hell- I for Meatloaf. He took a percent of the profits instead of his normal fee to produce - made $10 Million and used that to build his on video studio.

[mercfan74]

Not only does he produce is own videos, he developed the first graphic video interface and animation software for the MAC called "Utopia Grokware"

[jtdavis62]

Todd was a huge influence on Prince, for sure! And later, in songs like "Property," Todd plays tribute to Prince. In the early '90s, he even "changed his name" a la Prince, to TR-i.

[cathoderoy]

Prince sucks.

[mcleanartists]

@surfitlive good call!

[HollyCarmichael]

@surfitlive

I don't know why you've missed it, but Todd's been out there for many, many years, and we still see and hear from him. He's a musical staple in my life. Can't live without. LOL

[ListeningSky]

@surfitlive Todd Rundgren was Prince's Idol. Prince went to Todd's shows and wanted to be the multi-talented musician like Todd. Ironlically Todd ended up poking fun at the symbol Prince became in the 90's when Todd became Tr-i.

[GuilhermeBlassioli]

@surfitlive Man, I was thinking about it today. My friend is fan of Prince and I wanted to introduce him to Todd, and next week I'll do it.

[Grantalonus]

Anybody can do a solo as good as Clapton.

[rtupin1956]

excellent....I was prepared to not like this but I LOVED it!!!

[20American10]

Todd We are so sorry. I just caught your Video and can not belive you made it. In school we used to tease you . I was the little red head and my brother was Dave Leon. Love your music Barbara Jean Leon

[JennaP46]

There once was this "incredible " video with Todd and Joe Jackson singing this same beautiful song...anyone know what happened?

[evelynmh]

you can see it on "Daily Motion" video service from France somewhat like Youtube but doesn't black out material

[Seasonator]

Move over Eric.

[ossman52]

Just saw your comment. Do you think TR chose a song with an EC solo in it NOT to honor it by playing the lead himself? There's plenty of room for great musicians to emulate the great. Hopefully your comment was more a nod to Todd than a knock of EC's greatness.

[debilt8]

He's done a far better solo than Clapton on this one! HOT!

[gzacto]

Stunning. Tnank you for posting...and thank you Todd.

[danmcc08]

It's too bad that the clip of Todd doing this with Joe Jackson and the string quartet Ethel is on longer available. I saw them in Ann Arbor and that was one of the most amazing things I've ever seen live.

[chiafarrow]

Thanks so much for uploading this. What a show! Thank you for expanding my horizons this beautiful morning!  Everyone have a great weekend!

[GYPSYY100]

I've always Loved Todd Rundgrens music.. Awesome

[jaguarnordestino]

This song´s really Wonderful. I think about that like a magic guitar piece (beside songs like Hotel California, Stairway to Heaven. etc). Beatles Forever!

[JennaP46]

I would like to eat him with a spoon:))))hehe

[JennaP46]

There was a Joe Jackson and Todd video that was sooo sweet "my guitar gently weeps that was deleted by the subscriber..i want this cd...Anyone know where to find it?

[JennaP46]

Todd love always and forever~~~~:)

[thomefan7]

I recently heard a studio version of Todd doing this song. Can anyone tell me where it came from or where i can get it?

[PapaKuda]

The studio version is on the album,"A TRIBUTE TO GEORGE HARRISON".Awesome album.

[SSBNG]

Runt..!

[ladySEGOVIA]

I'm just discovering this guy! AWESOME! :)

[AngeLsLuv]

Excellent!!! He is incredible!!!

[bigvdogg1]

What show was this?I wa sat the Hamilton,On. show and looking for more from this tour.thx

[aodscarecrow]

Todd Rundgren is one of the most talented and enlightened individuals ever to grace the music industry. He has been a massive influence on my psyche over the years. Were it not for Todd Rundgren & Frank Zappa, I doubt I would be the man I am today.

Thank you Todd.

[AngeLsLuv]

I'm glad you said that.. I've been a fan of Todd's since I was 5 years old.. I'm the woman I am now because of how he's influenced me through the years :-)

[Haylie2610]

just wondering... does anyone have more videos of this concert??... I would love to see it

JuSt... AMAZING!

[dboi469]

I wish I did!! I actually found out about the show 2 days before they played in Dayton, OH. I ended up going by myself (to get as close as possible) and it was INCREDIBLE!!!!!!!! Will never forget. Ann's version of Barracuda was one of the BEST I have ever heard her do. Not to mention the MANY, MANY other songs they all sang. Once in a lifetime experience. And I dont even like The Beatles!!! lol

[lancethrustworthy]

I'm astounded to learn that Todd plays BOTH left-handed AND right-handed guitar. I don't know any others who do that. He even plays drums now and then. Amazing. He turned 60, 6/2008.

His kind of coolness doesn't get old.

[bunchie1966]

As a great songwriter himself, he recognises great talent in others.

[palbert888]

the jackie lomax part is correct and todd in an interview said when he got the guitar it had a wooden bridge on and they were using it as some type of lap guitar "THE FOOL" ALSO DID THE SARGENT PEPPER ALBUM COVER

[chetterrunt]

Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!

[funeguy2]

Please vote..positive...not Macane we need intelliget thinking..and it may be to late. as my Guitar Gently Weeps....People we have alot of work to do as a society

[theshizzamanizza]

Macane? What the fuck are you talking about? You have "alot" of English to study before you move on to PolySci, funey! please shut off the CNBC before you hurt yourself.

[Inspector711]

should have let david pack sing.

[cosmojh]

One source I found says Clapton gave it to Harrison, who gave it to Rundgren. Another source says Harrison gave it to Clapton. Both sources seem like they SHOULD know!

[theshizzamanizza]

A guy i know says it got stolen from Clapton and Todd ended up with it. Then again, he basically got booted out of LA for doing too much Heroin. How do you do that?

My point to him was that regardeless, Eric couldn't begin to dream of making that guitar sound like Todd could. And I live in Tulsa, so I'm supposed to worship Clapton or something, but quite frankly, I think he's a hack compared to so many others (including Todd), not to mention his most famous song was about anoher man's wife.

[glambush2]

George Harrison originally owned the SG, had it painted by an art collective known as 'The Fool' (hence 'Fool guitar') who did a lot of stuff for the Beatles. George gave it to Clapton then Jackie Lomax had it and gave it to Todd as collateral for a financial loan on the understanding that he could later buy it back. After several years it was assumed Lomax wouldn't be buying it back so Todd kept it before finally giving or selling it to a private collector. The guitar in this clip is a copy.

[mojorisen74]

Todd has had this copy since 1988. It was painted by a Japanese fan and given to him as a gift when he toured Japan in 1988.

The original Fool was given to Todd by Jackie Lomax as collateral for a loan and Todd used it on tour in 73 and 74 before putting it away for a few years as it was starting to fall apart. He had it repaired and the paint retouched and brought it back out occasionally in the 80's, then retired it from the road in the early 90's and sold it in 1999.

[peterm3964]

Todd Owned and used claptons guitar . It was a Gibson SG . The guitar was used in claptons early career and Todd used it for over twenty years . It is now a worn out relic which is privately owned by someone other than Todd .The Guitar was named "the fool " in reference to the original artwork on the body . I think Clapton got it off George Harrison .. which may Have inspired the performance of this cut Correct me if I am wrong .

[cosmojh]

This may have been the guitar that Clapton used on the original recording.

[27commuter]

Check out the trapeze tailpiece on TR's Les Paul on Black Maria and compare it to this stop tailpiece version. Originals, copies, Clapton's, the Taxman?

[rockwello]

How did i not see this before?!

the only man who can cover the beatles without shame!!!

todd is godd!

[siennaspeaks]

After watching WMGGW on Concert for George last night we got out Concert for Bangladesh and watched the version I grew up on. I remembered seeing Todd perform it several times over the years...voila!!!here it is the next best thing to live. Long Live Youtube

[purplesunflower11]

TYK!

[lordrudy44]

I saw this tour at the Turning Stone casino. John Entwistle died not too long after. Very sad. Each of the four did a couple of their own songs in the first half of the show, and the second half was all Beatles. Great show.

[alexrags]

That is Claptons SG. He must have needed money. Think about it. That has got to be the most expensive and desireable rock collectible. The guitar crossroads and spoonful were recorded with on wheels of fire. WOW

[fredrums52]

Believe me that's not the original SG that Clapton played on dude, it's a SG "YES" but not Eric's

[andyinwales]

"That Guitar" is actually a Gibson SG.

[TwoTong]

That is the Gibson SG played by Eric Clapton in Cream. Todd allegedly sold it recently.

[JeffWeavil]

Todd is Godd!

[funeguy2]

performers without all the psychedelia.

yes I agree...Jim

[Biffpa52]

Great footage but I would have preferred just to watch the performers without all the psychedelia.

[cathoderoy]

You should speak to the people that do the video for the big screens behind the band.

[sanantoniomimi]

wouldn't you know it. one of my faves, todd rundgren, singing another one of my fave's: george harrison. they have that same spirit. deep souls. their music tugs at the heart.

[revolt63]

Amen to that

[crimsonkng]

This was a fabulous concert. Saw it at Wolf Trap in Virginia. Ann Wilson stole the show.

[tony8028]

I think he sold the original "Fool SG" but had a copy made. It would have been worth a fortune so would have paid one off TR's IRS debts I guess.

[eamonosu]

im a big todd fan, but dont see the point of covering such a classic, cant beat georges solos in it.

[thelefty300]

Clapton played the solo

[musicvideoswhd]

this whole cocert: a walk down abbey road was beatles covers with each member doing a few of their own, just some info, cheers,<:+)

[techmo13]

Hmmm...A walk Down Abbey Road. What part of that was misunderstood?

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With that mindset, please, don't ever listen to Todd's tribute to Marvin Gaye. You'll be oh, so disappointed. (while the rest of us get a chill!)

[TotzthePlaid]

@eamonosu Clapton's solos. Clapton played lead on the track because George Harrison asked him to.

[PAULisDEADMANnumber9]

@eamonosu actually, eric clapton, one of georges best friends, and still was when he passed, played all those infectious licks on the original recording of "while my guitar gently weeps."

[hijslijst23]

@eamonosu I'm sure you mean Eric's solos?!

[thanksalotTopanga]

@eamonosu the solos of the original "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" were played by Eric Clapton, not George Harrison. Clapton and Harrison were once good friends, George Harrison asked Clapton to contribute his guitar work on the track

[thanksalotTopanga]

@eamonosu  the solos of the original "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" were played by Eric Clapton, not George Harrison. Clapton and Harrison were once good friends, George Harrison asked Clapton to contribute his guitar work on the track

[CharlesFungiMuffin]

@eamonosu it wasnt george. it was eric clapton

[jreidson1]

@eamonosu actuall Eric Clapton played the solo on that one.

[thelefty300]

Its awesome that Todd still uses that guitar. Such an iconic instrument need to be heard not sealed in a case. Betcha Clapton wants it back real bad now!

[STRATCAT101]

That guitar is a Ricky, they are great guitars.I have a 74'red ricky bass,got it for only three hundred bucks the guy didn't use it anymore and needed the money.this was the best deal i ever got.

[cathoderoy]

For someone named after a type of guitar, you know nothing about the one in question.

[bry3921]

trying to convince people about the greatness of todd is similar to the hard sell for frank zappa. probably the two most talented people in rock music who absolutely repulse people. it's like scotch, abalone, or a raw oyster. an acquired taste. brilliant!

[cmodzins]

I saw both Abbey Road concerts. Do you have more footage?

[musicvideoswhd]

the whole concert, i believe

[cmodzins]

Is there a way I can get it from you?

[donnarubicin]

wow!

[GibsonL65]

Cool affects mate i love this song