@Drederick Tatum Their early work was a little too new wave for my taste. But when Sports came out in '83, I think they really came into their own, commercially and artistically.
Hi Ray, yes your right this was a song, which most of the early stuff, were written by the lead Guitar player Doug Hopkins written about his girlfriend, Sondra. He unfortunately shot himself after he was kicked out of the band because of his alcoholism and depression in 1993. I lived in Tempe Az. and knew the other Guitarist, Jesse Valenzuela, and met Doug and the lead singer Robin Wilson and Bass player Bill Leen
Honestly, Gin Blossoms' entire first album, New Miserable Experience, is worth an in-depth listen, it's an absolutely fantastic album. As a side note, I'd love to see you react to some songs by a band called The Gamits. They're a punk band out of Colorado, and they're absolutely fantastic. My favourite album by them is called Parts, and a close second is Antidote. They're interesting because they use a lot of weird chords, really good basslines, and absolutely fantastic drums. Their music has helped me through some really tough times, too.
We need this type of music back...80s and 90s had all the feel good tunes..this was 90s i know just sayin..these and Tonic and all those great 90s bands..man what happened to our music
Love this from the first moment I heard it. Even though I was 30 something it brought back all the teenage angst about those summer loves that disappeared when school started. All the time rehashing what was said and what was done, and wondering if it was everything you thought it was or just in your imagination. What really happened.
You might also try the band Spin Doctors. One of my favorite groups back then. Try 'You Let Your Heart Go Too Fast' or 'Jimmy Olsen's Blues'. Good, funky rockin' tunes with playful lyrics, and a lead singer with a unique voice.
Wow, I didn't know that about their guitarist. Makes a lot more sense out of the band name now knowing that he was that dedicated to alcohol. Another great song by them to check out is "Til I Hear It From You", which I think is one of the best written pop rock songs of the '90s.
Guess now you'll just have to get into the 90s band Live, if you haven't already heard their stuff. 'Lightning Crashes' is a good place to start, and I'm sure you'll get more suggestions.
The distance to here by the band "live" is perfection from start to finish....oh and yes, they have other songs as well..... Lmao....yup a genius gathering of like and love minded folks....i think that was probably the point though.....lightening crashes , although beautiful and profound, accidental hit song? They went waaaay deeper after they went " lets get a hit song" Record company edict...lol....i digress......the distance to here is a deep and reflective ,inteospective , meditative tretise on awakening , soul shaking love and ..... Well.....lets see what u find maybe?
Used to like Gin Blossoms and then they acted like entitled after Suns beat a Nuggets team missing 3 starters. They was not one hit wonders but they was 2-3 hit wonders
Always liked this one but after I heard about the guy who wrote it and what happened to him this song and hey jealousy just make me sad. rip doug hopkins
The Gin Blossoms have that stereotypical 90s pop sound. Their other hits are equally as good, haven't heard anything by them not played on FM radio. Perhaps you could find a huge Gin Blossoms fan that can recommend some hidden gems by them. On a side note, the guy at work that controls the radio, absolutely hates the GBs. I'm guessing his hatred of them has something to do with a female 😂
This is likely their best song a d Everybody listened to it back then, no 1 I knew ever changed the station when radio played it. HOOBASTANK I Finally Found A Reason is a ST8 BOP from that era also
Huh? That Hoobastank song is from a completely different era - recorded over a decade later. They aren't even the same genre of music and sound nothing alike. If you're looking sounds that are similar to Gin Blossoms, stay far away from Hoobastank...
@@killurbluffkillurbluff5570 NO, they are not the same genre - one is hard rock and one is alt rock, completely different thing. And NO, they are not from the same era. I never said that you said they sounded exactly the same, I'm making the point that they are so different, and from different time periods, that it's just bizzare to bring up when comparing to Gin Blossoms. It's like saying "hey, you like Blues Traveler? Check out Good Charlotte too!"
@@killurbluffkillurbluff5570 Lol You’re an idiot. The other guy is right.. A decade apart and complete different genres. Also, It’s just called The Reason, Dipchit. They don’t even say “I finally found a reason” anywhere in the song. Maybe you’re thinking of Touch, Peel and stand by Days of the New.
Solid hit makers from the early-mid 90s, def check out Hey Jealousy, which I think is their most powerful song, and infinitely relistenable.
@Drederick Tatum Their early work was a little too new wave for my taste. But when Sports came out in '83, I think they really came into their own, commercially and artistically.
Follow You Down was also really good. They were amazing back in the day.
Toad the Wet Sprocket is another great band within the genre. A period of music overshadowed by grunge.
You really have some great reactions. Shows a diverse music background. Ty for keeping it honest and fresh
Wow.....and this song has been stuck in my head the last 3 days lol...and I just wanna say bless ya bro, yoiur doing good things.
I love Gin Blossoms! This is my favorite by them. 🙂
I'm a Metalhead from the 90s and man Gin Blossoms are an awesome Dan and this song in particular is great.
@@michaelgoodyear9369 🙂👍
One of my favorite songs of the 90's!
Hi Ray, yes your right this was a song, which most of the early stuff, were written by the lead Guitar player Doug Hopkins written about his girlfriend, Sondra. He unfortunately shot himself after he was kicked out of the band because of his alcoholism and depression in 1993. I lived in Tempe Az. and knew the other Guitarist, Jesse Valenzuela, and met Doug and the lead singer Robin Wilson and Bass player Bill Leen
Honestly, Gin Blossoms' entire first album, New Miserable Experience, is worth an in-depth listen, it's an absolutely fantastic album. As a side note, I'd love to see you react to some songs by a band called The Gamits. They're a punk band out of Colorado, and they're absolutely fantastic. My favourite album by them is called Parts, and a close second is Antidote. They're interesting because they use a lot of weird chords, really good basslines, and absolutely fantastic drums. Their music has helped me through some really tough times, too.
This is the second version of this song. It's actually from 1989 off the dusted album, check out that version, it has a faster tempo.
Brings me back to the mid 90’s
my all time favorite song, tbh
Great reaction. First time watching and Ill be back broski 🔥
"The love I thought I won you give for free"
Thought he had something special with this girl, but now she's sleeping with everyone
We need this type of music back...80s and 90s had all the feel good tunes..this was 90s i know just sayin..these and Tonic and all those great 90s bands..man what happened to our music
If you enjoyed this, check out "Til I Hear It from You" from the these guys
Good song. Heard this many times, catchy tune and lyrics. Like the harmonies is the chorus. Thanks for reacting.
Just on a whim” me and my brother, went to catch their show” ( also LIT”- and Sugar Ray) 2nd row center( that helped) pretty entertaining...
"Til I Hear It From You" is my favorite Gin Blossoms song.
Glad you're using headphones as there's a lot you can miss without them. These were the songs of my youth.
Hey jealousy and til I hear it from you are great songs by them
Love this from the first moment I heard it. Even though I was 30 something it brought back all the teenage angst about those summer loves that disappeared when school started. All the time rehashing what was said and what was done, and wondering if it was everything you thought it was or just in your imagination. What really happened.
good 90
s song
You might also try the band Spin Doctors. One of my favorite groups back then. Try 'You Let Your Heart Go Too Fast' or 'Jimmy Olsen's Blues'. Good, funky rockin' tunes with playful lyrics, and a lead singer with a unique voice.
God I will never not love these guys, solid bop churners
Silversun Pickups lowkey remind me of this band sometimes also, ngl
Wow, I didn't know that about their guitarist. Makes a lot more sense out of the band name now knowing that he was that dedicated to alcohol. Another great song by them to check out is "Til I Hear It From You", which I think is one of the best written pop rock songs of the '90s.
What in the thumbnail did I just see on my subscription page? 😂
I've always enjoyed hearing these guys. Never got around to buying their albums, though.
Guess now you'll just have to get into the 90s band Live, if you haven't already heard their stuff. 'Lightning Crashes' is a good place to start, and I'm sure you'll get more suggestions.
The distance to here by the band "live" is perfection from start to finish....oh and yes, they have other songs as well..... Lmao....yup a genius gathering of like and love minded folks....i think that was probably the point though.....lightening crashes , although beautiful and profound, accidental hit song? They went waaaay deeper after they went " lets get a hit song" Record company edict...lol....i digress......the distance to here is a deep and reflective ,inteospective , meditative tretise on awakening , soul shaking love and ..... Well.....lets see what u find maybe?
Doug wrote some good ones 🙌
It is sad the way it ended for him rip
Gin Blossoms first CD Dusted is a masterpiece
Used to like Gin Blossoms and then they acted like entitled after Suns beat a Nuggets team missing 3 starters. They was not one hit wonders but they was 2-3 hit wonders
She’s for the streets
Always liked this one but after I heard about the guy who wrote it and what happened to him this song and hey jealousy just make me sad. rip doug hopkins
Pls react Slapshock - Agent Orange (Myx_Live Performance)❤
Good pop tune. Good review.
WOW, Okay I never of the suicide until right now.. Sad to learn, wonder if his tumultuous relationship had any causation??
reminds me of some of my first times getting drunk hahaha
The Gin Blossoms have that stereotypical 90s pop sound. Their other hits are equally as good, haven't heard anything by them not played on FM radio. Perhaps you could find a huge Gin Blossoms fan that can recommend some hidden gems by them. On a side note, the guy at work that controls the radio, absolutely hates the GBs. I'm guessing his hatred of them has something to do with a female 😂
This is likely their best song a d Everybody listened to it back then, no 1 I knew ever changed the station when radio played it.
HOOBASTANK I Finally Found A Reason is a ST8 BOP from that era also
Huh? That Hoobastank song is from a completely different era - recorded over a decade later. They aren't even the same genre of music and sound nothing alike. If you're looking sounds that are similar to Gin Blossoms, stay far away from Hoobastank...
@@lastnote I never said they sounded alike Dipchit. Your era and mine obviously is personal and Yes THEY R the exact same Genre..
@@killurbluffkillurbluff5570 NO, they are not the same genre - one is hard rock and one is alt rock, completely different thing. And NO, they are not from the same era. I never said that you said they sounded exactly the same, I'm making the point that they are so different, and from different time periods, that it's just bizzare to bring up when comparing to Gin Blossoms. It's like saying "hey, you like Blues Traveler? Check out Good Charlotte too!"
@@killurbluffkillurbluff5570 Lol You’re an idiot. The other guy is right.. A decade apart and complete different genres. Also, It’s just called The Reason, Dipchit. They don’t even say “I finally found a reason” anywhere in the song. Maybe you’re thinking of Touch, Peel and stand by Days of the New.
Not bad...not my thing. Please react to REM Drive... very cool song from that same time!
Man look up the sad story about the guitar player that co wrote most of the songs on their first album.
Please react to Lenny Kravitz!!! Always on the Run or Stop dragging Around!!!
Already lol!! 😎
Yet another...................video
FRIENDS rock.....meh