" the storm" live

[soyghost1]

i saw a lot the bands in the day -- inxs, simple minds, adam ant, eurythmics, etc but these guys never toured through oregon...i am thrilled that all this great footage is on youtube, also these guys are an incredible live band, whereas from their great albums i always thought they were studio guys...they sound even better live

[bally156]

@soyghost1 All great bands you mention man, but to me having seen BC they were Fantastic Addictive to watch...Stay Alive...

[CarpeDM1991]

Brilliant use of the E-Bow

[rmila75]

Is there a CD or mp3 version of this show available somewhere?

[Kwales66]

Awesome

[MrStevoboi]

this always gives me goose bumps!!!

[jaamman]

Stuart was brilliant and Bruce ,Tony and Mark are all as "Skilled" and Brilliant at their "Craft"!

Definitly as "Super Group"..One for The Ages!!!!

[pjstudevent]

LOVE IT!!!!!! Thank you for posting!

[shlibookensteppah]

Total sickness. They had me at the intro.

[entheos22]

peace through his hands... brilliance... command of that guitar... a comfortable extension... natural. YOU are loved by MANY...

[entheos22]

peace through his hands... brilliance...

[UGLYTROLLPEOPLE]

A grand experiance

[sonical53]

R.I.P. stuart.best song ever

[Burghbhoy1]

incredible. still sends chills down my spine today.

[johneicc]

This is brilliant. Didn't realise how talented Stuart Adamson was.

[traceystockmaN]

a adore this band xxx

[mongo88now88]

Assuredly, I have heard every BC song many dozens of times. The Storm caught me when I was just shy of 17. A treasure. An epic song if we ever could define one. I iss Stuart so much and watching the band play. I want Tony, Mark and Bruce to know they will forever be in my mind and heart. Stuart held a special place for me that I have only rared shared. I never met him, but he was my teacher in almost all that I now hold dear.

[traceystockmaN]

@mongo88now88 Well spoken !!!

[howiedee72]

goose bumps!!

[MrBigal1690]

I totally agree with the other chaps . What a song to crash and burn to???

[Artisanian1]

What an intro!

[hibeegirl17]

stuart adamson was and will always be the best..saw them live at hammersmith odeon many moons ago and loved every minute of it......sadly missed xxxx

[AG69NES]

I love love love this song - one of my all time favourites - saw Stuart perform live - I will keep that memory in my heart forever - RIP Stuart Adamson xxx

[JollyJimmyJohnston]

Nodody played an E-bow or a guitar like Stuart Adamson !!! R.I.P forever and ever and ever and ever ..

[Mr3wbc]

No matter how many times I've watched this video I always get emotional thinking of the passing of Stuart. RIP. You were one hell of an entertainer.

[Peegeekay1]

Best.live.band.ever. 21/4/11 Edinburgh Picture House. Can't wait.

[Mr3wbc]

Well what can i say - totally gob smacked !! This video is for me the best one i have ever watched on Youtube. Aged 60 years and been a fan of Big Country for many many of them. Many thanks for posting this video. R.I.P. Stuart - gone far too soon.You ( and the rest of the band ) have a massive following and no doubt more will be added when they hear your brilliant music and see what a great showman you truly were.

[worldlife08]

Was lucky enough to see Big Country last night in Liverpool.Was a little unsure how it would be without Stuart but Mike Peters you should be proud,what an amazing night!Big Country lives on....thank you for this footage!

[tyeistops]

Whenever I went on a plane; since portable devices were 'the' thing; I always had this playing on 'take off' & 'landing' ... Was/ is 'the' song I wanna die to; hmmm ... Soz, bit morbid, but true!

Love it soo much!

[gsm1881]

@tyeistops never thought about that before, but now you say it, I agree, I think I would too!

[whssy]

Thanks so much for posting this. Many of the live videos on YouTube don't do this band justice. This one does.

[SteLinson]

Best live band ever. Every show was a special atmosphere.

Awesome video...thanks isabelle87

[nugglettdad]

R. I . P . Stuart after all these tears and years, you are still so missed. So glad that your music and lyrics live on. Thank you from the bottom of my soul for this post

[TheVioletFlame]

Absolutely beautiful

[MrNick6699]

great song my dad was lucky enough to see them in our village before they became famous

[leegee23]

Great e-bow.

[rodders51]

So so cool one of my favourite posts thanks for this one and thanks to Big Country esspecially Stuart who inspired me to learn guitar

[laxbroo27]

WOW!!!!!! GREAT SONG!!!!!!!!!

[tommyboy19671]

what a phenomenal tune!!!

[umaholburns]

i've got 4 daughters, ages varying from 12 to 24.

when asked the question "who was the first band you ever saw?" they all have to say Big Country. my youngest was in her pushchair when she saw them in Perth doing the open air gig there.

we all miss you very much Stuart.

[schotte681]

rockpalast was the best

[reddevil4850]

Stuart took his life at my 40 birthday. R.I.P youll highly missed

[jenglynn9]

miss ya big man

[darren181170]

Stuart Adamson King of the e-bow

Big Country,s music is still relevant today

Long may thay reighn

[onett128]

Big country was one of the few bands that surpass their legendary status in the studio live.

[64034J]

@minecritter - I saw them live 4 or 5 times - they were one of the best live bands of their time, and my and many others favourites. Not many in the same class these days ....

[prinznevsky]

This is superior to the album version, and the Butler/Brzezicki rhythm section is amazing. Thanks for the post!

[twonky721]

Holy shit ! ! . . . what an intro, superb. I want one of those e-bows.

[oldhawkins]

I will love this music till i die...Thankyou Bruce,Tony,Mark and Stuart..................

[Nigelxman]

I'm just seeing this for the first time and I can't help feeling very emotional watching it. Fantastic performance and band. We'll never forget you Stuart.

[RacewallFan]

@Nigelxman... dito mate, me too watching it for the first time and feelin the emotions running through me....i also can relate to your comments with Bacardibeast as i too was truly affected by Stuarts suicide shock, but ,myself I have also been down that road too, but i still battle on through lifes struggles..hey ho, life goes on bud....from Bonnie Scotland R.I.P Stuart Adamson

[Nigelxman]

Nice post Bonnie. Life indeed does go on. I think we're all kind of works in progress. :-) Cheers, Perry

[jockswaha]

amazingly brilliant

[jamesnadam]

amazing.........

[tfp137]

after all these years still amazing i was lucky to see them a few times very sad loss

[Euripedes68]

Just awesome .. as always

[Ykshunt1]

One Great Song!!!!

[Bacardibeast]

I wish I could have spoken to Stuart. I suffer from depression myself and I wish I could have told him how much his music had help me. Long live Stuart Adamson! Long live Big Country!!!

[SuperPissflaps]

@Bacardibeast nice comment hang in there brother

[Bacardibeast]

Thanks. Still kicking at the moment.

[Nigelxman]

@Bacardibeast I can relate to your post in a really profound way Bacardi. Big Country's music affected my life in a very powerful and positive way but like yourself, I have struggled with depression for many years and I was truly gutted when Stuart Adamson took his own life. Depression isn't talked about a whole lot in everyday conversation but it really can be and in some cases is a silent killer and it affects a lot of people all around the world. Cheers from California

[oldhawkins]

I suffer from depression also ...The music of Big Country in fact saved my life and gave me the courage to go on, Stuart used to always say "Stay Alive" which gave me hope....My heart was grief stricken when i learned he had taken his life............But i know that Stuart wanted to help others, it was his core value, as well as the rest of the Band...........I continue because Big Country as a whole gave me hope and courage....................

[yammyrob]

fantastic

[superyid1964]

Loved em since the crossing n always will, saw them "live" in the 80s a few times in London and am now gettin my kids into them so your music will never die. RIP Stuart hope you found where you wanted to go

[liebche]

...its like the upcoming sun...and i feel the tears in MY eyes...what a sound ,what a wonderful performance...nothing can put the storm into my heart like this emotion....

[sinister066]

big country were the first band i ever saw using an e-bow. wot a great sound from a band that i dearly wish was still together.

[kite6666]

what a great band ...

[ayeamjamieaye]

can anyone tell me what hes using has instead of strumming ?

[HumGuitar]

It's called an "E-bow"

[ayeamjamieaye]

thanks man =)

[jonnyreyn]

@ayeamjamieaye I have just seen this for the first time ...I am thinking its some sort of mic...but not sure and would love to know ...did u ever get any answers to yr question ??

[jonnyreyn]

@ayeamjamieaye sorry my friend I have just scrolled down and seen thats its called an E-bow...sorry to have wasted yr time ...Jon R

[Euripedes68]

anpr1984 - no that was at the GrugeHalle in Essen. This is at the RockPalast, but possibly on the same Tour

[simlit]

Simon Says- Awesome, I still dress like that! The ebow was a great tool.

[minecritter]

omg, this is incredible. Big Country has been among my all time favorites for 20 years, and I never saw them live, and never thought to check YouTube until just now. Thank you!!!!

[SK1888]

Awesome toon ! RIP Stuart

[anpr1984]

Excellent, thanks for posting. Brilliant performance by a brilliant band.

I'm sure this concert was recorded by radio 1 and broadcast as part of their "in concert" series that aired in mid 80's. Am sure I've got it on cassette somwhere.

Awesome live band,had the priviledge to see them about 12 times between 86-99.

RIP stuart a much missed man.

[Hirsute63]

12 times?  I thought I was priviliged to have seen em 3 times...! 86 and 87 ant they supported Bowie in 87 UK tour. Fckin brilliant

[Keith1275gt]

still the best use of an e-bow i've ever heard...

25 years and the song still brings a lump to my throat...

RIP stuart

[CaptQuencher]

This song still blows me away - thanks for posting it.

[auto4union]

Love the "Tele" style guitar Stuarts playing here!What is it?The headstock looks a bit like a "Pensa Suhr" but im not sure about that!Anybody know!

[iwb316]

@auto4union Custom Moon Guitar. Check website artists Big Country

[auto4union]

@iwb316 Thanx bro` ! They`re made in Glasgow if i remember correctly ! Loved the old Yamaha SG2000s Stu` and Bruce used early on ! Some nice Les Pauls also ! Peace Ye`all !!

[martymarts67]

when was this?

[KurtPie]

C'est tiré du dvd "live Rockpalast 86-91". Excellent concert, celui de 86. Diffusé 1 fois / Antenne2. J'étais super content de l'avoir en DVD! :-)

[djemil5]

I just love this so much!!!! You're the best Isabelle!

ILVU

Your friend,

DJE

[biffpicks]

Thanks for posting this!

STAY ALIVE

[deadkennedy1]

fantastic fantastic fantastic

[animalexorcist]

fantastic

[johnnyblunder]

Watch Stuart and think ....Why?

[maDaleha65]

johnnyblunder,know exactly what you mean mate....you,me and the thousands of fans worldwide!.Stuart and his music live on.

[fracturedminds]

But when the thunder rolls

It comes and covers up my soul

And you will take my hand

And be with me in wonderland

[Danymailand]

Bellissima....

[stayalive378]

Thanks for posting Isabelle! I feel really sorry for Stuart at the very start of this song when he nearly drops the e-bow, bless him!