the courage of my convictions...what a statement! this song helps me be stong in my life.I Acually got stronger with my convictions...i'm a stronger atheist..I fight republicans even stronger..I even joined my local democratic town council becouse (a bit) from this song..not that Todd was saying that...I just wanted to make my convictions stronger..I think thats a complament.....
Because that's what sells these days.And because Todd Rundgren's work ethic has pissed off the radio establishment one time too many. His brilliance and refusal to play ball is one of the reasons he's not on a major label anymore, and if you're not on a major labe;, you're nowhere.
That being said, "Arena" is easily one of his best albums in years, and it's a shame he hasn't done more himself to get airplay for it. But that's TR for you...
I've been listening to this song on youtube for several months. got the cd and and it sounds terrible. Sorry. but it does. It sounds like the vocals are diminished. Almost like a bad engineering job. I don't know... maybe he is losing his voice. That would be ashame. anyone else think the same about difficulties hearing the vocals. Maybe my hearing is going?
Not to belabor the point, but Todd often took the opportunity to announce "Courage" as a guaranteed crowd pleaser during the recent tour. It's too bad the CD version is unlikely to captivate any unbiased listener because care and attention seem to be lacking in the quality of the final mix.
I just bought Arena this past weekend..and I wanted the lead vocal up on this mix as well,..was dissapointed in his decision to blend it the way he did, but losing his voice? There's plenty of in your face lead vocals that prove that idea false...Lots of cool surprises on this brilliant record...I just love all of it...As a friend of mine said, absolutely *no* filler..
One of the better songs from "Arena". I was hoping this might be one that would be radio friendly, but in my opinion, the CD version lacks audio quality. The simplistic programmed drum beat on the CD version diminishes the great vocal and guitar performance. The abrupt fade-out at the end is also a bit disappointing - but I digress... great video.
joel200337 - I agree with you on the 'fade' out on the end of this song on the album - but to me it doesn't take away from this song. Great, classic Todd. It is getting some airplay in Chicago on WXRT. This is a great record. I think this song is my favorite so far.
My first taste of the new stuff...thanks for sharing it. Love the old flavor of this song. I have played it a dozen times now and can't wait to get the CD. Never fails, he is amazing.
I cannot stop listening to this. It just goes to my heart. Again the lyrics are beautiful and the melody is incredible. How does he do it? I feel sorry for people who don't listen to his music, they have no idea what they are missing.
Saw him in Dallas on 7/20 and it was a fantastic show. This song off his new album sounds alot like some of his older stuff that I really like. If there was radio nowadays this would be a hit song I think. Go see Todd!
Saw him in San Diego - he opened with Love In Action, played Black Maria, wished he had played If Not Now When, but he played the entire Arena album and it was really terrific.
This tune, and MAD are outstanding. Hope he adds some of HIS rocking songs to the tour set, like "black and white" or "womens world" or "heavy metal kids!!!!:))) Even "second wind" or public servant?? cut out the two covers..
Inside every one is a Heavy Metal Kid. Play this song five times in a row and you'll turn into a God luck charm. Another guitar pop classic from the only man in rock who still matters.
Thanks very much for sharing this. This is a great song and I'll be grabbing Todd's new CD as soon as it hits the street. I'm missing out on catching this tour and this clip was a blast.
Any info on the release date for "Arena"? I loved all the new songs performed at HOB Cleveland! This is the one that stuck in my head as I left the venue. Todd, I'll play your waiting game - my uncontrolled fixation grows stronger with time!!
Thanks for the Todd posts! The show at the Coach House in So. Calif last night was GREAT! I hope some people who were there taping post some video soon. The show was top notch!
My secret was putting my teeny tiny digital cam, that is also a video recorder with a 1 gig ram of memory in the bottom of my bottomless pit of a purse. Also sitting in the handicapped section probably helped. There were at least 6 other people taping I hope they share.
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the courage of my convictions...what a statement! this song helps me be stong in my life.I Acually got stronger with my convictions...i'm a stronger atheist..I fight republicans even stronger..I even joined my local democratic town council becouse (a bit) from this song..not that Todd was saying that...I just wanted to make my convictions stronger..I think thats a complament.....
funeguy2 2 months ago
Thank you and that tiny digital cam.. Love this song ♥
gudatine 5 months ago
He just blows me away with joy every time I have the 'courage' to listen. What a wise talented human being...and so fn cute.
Thank you so much for sharing this.
newsy8 1 year ago
This cell phone video does not do this song justice (production wise). This track on Arena is great!!
57libra2 1 year ago
@57libra2 Not a cell phone but it was one of my first videos.
IndieMom6 5 months ago
His melodies just soar...no better way I can think of to describe it. Just makes me feel great when I hear his music.
Flap999 1 year ago
I wanted to ask Todd if I could remix the crappy vocals last week in Fla
snapasaurus1 2 years ago
A real Todd GEM!!!
manfrottoman 3 years ago
this is a great tune! why cant i hear this on the radio instead of the hip-hop horseshit they play all day? TODD IS GOD!!
runt00 3 years ago 3
Because that's what sells these days.And because Todd Rundgren's work ethic has pissed off the radio establishment one time too many. His brilliance and refusal to play ball is one of the reasons he's not on a major label anymore, and if you're not on a major labe;, you're nowhere.
That being said, "Arena" is easily one of his best albums in years, and it's a shame he hasn't done more himself to get airplay for it. But that's TR for you...
cubdukat 2 years ago
Arena rocks
crabshaw 3 years ago
Courage is a fantastic song. Amazing song from rock's true vunderkid, Mod Tundgren!
FlashFace 3 years ago
arena is now here go and get it and give yourself a treat
haleohualil 3 years ago
I've been listening to this song on youtube for several months. got the cd and and it sounds terrible. Sorry. but it does. It sounds like the vocals are diminished. Almost like a bad engineering job. I don't know... maybe he is losing his voice. That would be ashame. anyone else think the same about difficulties hearing the vocals. Maybe my hearing is going?
runt128 3 years ago
Not to belabor the point, but Todd often took the opportunity to announce "Courage" as a guaranteed crowd pleaser during the recent tour. It's too bad the CD version is unlikely to captivate any unbiased listener because care and attention seem to be lacking in the quality of the final mix.
joef200337 3 years ago
I just bought Arena this past weekend..and I wanted the lead vocal up on this mix as well,..was dissapointed in his decision to blend it the way he did, but losing his voice? There's plenty of in your face lead vocals that prove that idea false...Lots of cool surprises on this brilliant record...I just love all of it...As a friend of mine said, absolutely *no* filler..
Hegstuffing 3 years ago
One of the better songs from "Arena". I was hoping this might be one that would be radio friendly, but in my opinion, the CD version lacks audio quality. The simplistic programmed drum beat on the CD version diminishes the great vocal and guitar performance. The abrupt fade-out at the end is also a bit disappointing - but I digress... great video.
joef200337 3 years ago
joel200337 - I agree with you on the 'fade' out on the end of this song on the album - but to me it doesn't take away from this song. Great, classic Todd. It is getting some airplay in Chicago on WXRT. This is a great record. I think this song is my favorite so far.
ithastobe 3 years ago
Yes I'm a very huge TODD FAN..also and I love when we have a new release!!!He HE...good sounds... good words...good vibes...Peace and enjoy....
funeguy2 3 years ago 2
My first taste of the new stuff...thanks for sharing it. Love the old flavor of this song. I have played it a dozen times now and can't wait to get the CD. Never fails, he is amazing.
Knitwit95 3 years ago 2
I love Todd.
crazy4evans 3 years ago
I cannot stop listening to this. It just goes to my heart. Again the lyrics are beautiful and the melody is incredible. How does he do it? I feel sorry for people who don't listen to his music, they have no idea what they are missing.
nonnikat 3 years ago 2
Saw him in Dallas on 7/20 and it was a fantastic show. This song off his new album sounds alot like some of his older stuff that I really like. If there was radio nowadays this would be a hit song I think. Go see Todd!
IamZardoz 3 years ago
Only 6 more days to Bearsville show- Thanks for the taste!
ricktw13 3 years ago
Saw him in San Diego - he opened with Love In Action, played Black Maria, wished he had played If Not Now When, but he played the entire Arena album and it was really terrific.
God love Todd.
jimmymcmenamin 3 years ago
i can't wait i'm going to see him in manchester! go todd!!
ambergreen 3 years ago 2
Thank you, I love this!
marci147 3 years ago 2
This tune, and MAD are outstanding. Hope he adds some of HIS rocking songs to the tour set, like "black and white" or "womens world" or "heavy metal kids!!!!:))) Even "second wind" or public servant?? cut out the two covers..
welendowd 3 years ago 2
Thanks 4 posting!! I Love this tune.. Can't wait for 'Arena'!!
grahamclews 3 years ago
Inside every one is a Heavy Metal Kid. Play this song five times in a row and you'll turn into a God luck charm. Another guitar pop classic from the only man in rock who still matters.
FlashFace 3 years ago
Thanks very much for sharing this. This is a great song and I'll be grabbing Todd's new CD as soon as it hits the street. I'm missing out on catching this tour and this clip was a blast.
mkwhan007 3 years ago
Any info on the release date for "Arena"? I loved all the new songs performed at HOB Cleveland! This is the one that stuck in my head as I left the venue. Todd, I'll play your waiting game - my uncontrolled fixation grows stronger with time!!
jrnygirlfaithfully 3 years ago
Thanks for the Todd posts! The show at the Coach House in So. Calif last night was GREAT! I hope some people who were there taping post some video soon. The show was top notch!
crazyleslie 3 years ago
Thanks so much for posting!
1mathfan 3 years ago
IndiMom6 YOU ROCK! Thanks for sharing. I am excited for the new stuff.
ithastobe 3 years ago 3
Ahhhhh, what a voice!
Todd is Godd! Can't wait for the new CD!
izzatluv 3 years ago
Courage of my Conviction - double your money back guarantee.
JanetDCohen 3 years ago
thank you!
love the new songs!
rockwello 3 years ago
Very cool,I cant wait for the new album! Thanks for sharing.
Italionstalon69 3 years ago
My secret was putting my teeny tiny digital cam, that is also a video recorder with a 1 gig ram of memory in the bottom of my bottomless pit of a purse. Also sitting in the handicapped section probably helped. There were at least 6 other people taping I hope they share.
IndieMom6 3 years ago
Thank You for sharing!
bobbym529 3 years ago
How'd you get the camcorder in? No security problems at HOB, Cleveland? I had to take mine back to the car at Chicago HOB a few years back...
putaranoden 3 years ago
Excellent! Kudos for posting!
hokiejane 3 years ago
You are welcome. I wish I'd brought my other memory card! Hopefully next time.
IndieMom6 3 years ago
Very Nice!!! Thanks so much for posting this.
KissingWendy 3 years ago