Top 10 Songs: Saga

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  • čas přidán 13. 03. 2019
  • Join host Pete Pardo as he looks at his Top 10 songs from Canadian proggers Saga! ***Editors Note- the 'concept' songs I couldn't spit out are called the 'Chapters'...sorry for the brain fart!

Komentáře • 82

  • @nuttynate6161
    @nuttynate6161 Před 3 lety +5

    I will always stand by silent knight and their self titled being their absolute strongest albums.

  • @rustyshackleford1201
    @rustyshackleford1201 Před rokem

    Don't be late was my intro to saga back when it came out instant favorite band just up the road from my hometown of buffalo love them

  • @arnaudb.7669
    @arnaudb.7669 Před 5 lety +2

    My top 10 :
    1- Conversations
    2- Don't be late
    3- Humble Stance
    4- Ice nice
    5- Framed
    6- Careful where you step
    7- On the loose
    8- No man's land
    9- Wind him up
    10- You"re not alone

  • @Ottotherepoman1
    @Ottotherepoman1 Před 3 lety +1

    thanks so much for recognizing our great canadian bands, Saga is on of my favourites.

  • @chassy
    @chassy Před 2 lety

    A total delight. That top 10 could have easily been a top 15.🇨🇦
    And it's true that Saga should have been huge. Soooo many good crazy musically songs. 🎤🎸🥁🎹🎹🎹🎸

  • @MrTarkus1
    @MrTarkus1 Před 5 lety

    Thank you soooooo much, been rediscovering Saga for a while now.

  • @birderybirdery
    @birderybirdery Před 5 lety

    Awesome. Keep 'em coming! I love these lists.

  • @jkbaca41
    @jkbaca41 Před 5 lety +3

    Alrighty Peter! This band has lots of excellent songs in their early catalog and, for me, The Security of Illusion album was a great comeback for the classic line up. I almost put the whole first set of chapters on this list, lol. Also, I switched the 1&2 spots right before posting. Enjoy!
    Top 10 Saga:
    10. Mind Over Matter
    9. Intermission
    8. The Pitchman
    7. Careful Where You Step
    6. Ice Nice
    5. Tired World
    4. Wind Him Up
    3. No Stranger
    2. Don't Be Late
    1. Images

  • @RichardW001
    @RichardW001 Před 5 lety +2

    Some of my favourites :
    No Stranger.
    The Pitchman.
    You're Not Alone.
    Careful Where You Step.
    Will It Be You.
    As I Am.
    Images.
    Giant.
    The Cross.
    Mind Over Matter.
    Don't Say Goodbye.
    .... and MANY more.

  • @brendonsturgeon6413
    @brendonsturgeon6413 Před 5 lety +6

    This band has more talented members than most that are more popular-yet again its a Canadian thing. If they had been British or American, they would be a household name.

  • @hexus9198
    @hexus9198 Před 3 lety

    Im From here in the states so came in very late in the game. In fact watching you has got me into them. Started with House Of Cards and never looked back. Great stuff👍

  • @raymondkizer1216
    @raymondkizer1216 Před 5 lety +1

    Worlds Apart sold so well because it was released one month after MTV made its debut in late summer 1981 so it was able to take advantage of heavy rotation for “On The Loose”. In fact, many Canadian bands that Americans were unfamiliar with had their videos featured on MTV in its first 2 years and this is one of the reasons why Saga, April Wine, Aldo Nova, Rush, Loverboy, and others did so well in 1981, 82, and 83.

  • @SpyTheLiar
    @SpyTheLiar Před 3 lety +1

    I saw "Images at Twilight" live. So every single song was from the album and from their first self-titled album. I remember it well. Everyone I knew ended up going out and buying the album. The songs are great and we all put the cover up on our bedroom walls.

  • @toddc28
    @toddc28 Před 4 lety

    Pete, thank you so much for this post on Saga - one of my favorite bands. Yes, too bad they were never really big in US. I was at the same NYC show at BB Kings (7/6/06). My one and only time seeing them. It was their first concert in the US in almost 20 years. And last. This was the tour in support of their most recent tour at the time for "Trust". Yeah, about 50 people there. Doubtful they'll ever return to US. Here's the setlist from that day. (some classics, some newer material from early 2000's).
    Trust
    That’s As Far As I'll Go
    Wind Him Up
    On The Air
    Keep It Reel
    Drum Solo
    The Flyer
    The Runaway
    I’m OK
    Scratching The Surface
    Careful Where You Step
    Humble Stance
    You’re Not Alone
    On The Loose
    Don’t Be Late (Encore)
    Zebra - Another cool (relatively unknown band outside NY and New Orleans) that I saw many times at BB Kings. Excellent debut album.

  • @kevindayton9757
    @kevindayton9757 Před 3 lety +1

    Saw them in 1982 (Worlds Apart Tour) - BACKING UP Pat Benetar if you can believe that ... GREAT show!

    • @johnschanzle3593
      @johnschanzle3593 Před 3 lety

      Kevin I saw them with benatar too at Mizzou ! Benatar was great also and way more established at the time but saga blew me away great show

  • @ivozanette7010
    @ivozanette7010 Před 5 lety +1

    Was waiting for this one.
    Thanks Pete. Too many difficult choices for me. Saga is my 2nd favorite Canadian band next to Rush and BTO would be 3rd.
    Agree with your #1 .
    However,
    2. Mouse In A Maze
    3. You're Not Alone
    4. The Perfectionist
    5. Don't Be Late
    6. Social Orphan
    7. Humble Stance
    8. No Stranger
    9. Scratching The Surface
    10. Time's Up

  • @reclaimerReclaimer
    @reclaimerReclaimer Před 5 lety +1

    When their Worlds Apart album came out in '81, it was an incredibly strong year for hard rock music in general so many now classic albums released. Incidentally, the way I became a Saga fan was by accident; my brother was supposed to buy Saxon's Strong Arm of the Law album and confused it with Worlds Apart, which initially bummed me out but it being such a fantastic record it soon didn't matter.

  • @Soedel.Deluex
    @Soedel.Deluex Před 5 lety

    After almost three decades of listening to Saga, I'm gutted that they're retiring, but you can hardly blame them. "Trust" is outstanding. I've been listening to this CD constantly since I purchased it, and I am overwhelmed by how good it is. This just might be the best thing they've done since their "heyday" - it's that good. Pretty incredible considering how long the boys have been at it. Great video as usual !!! 🤘 Greetings from Germany

  • @mattyboywalker9094
    @mattyboywalker9094 Před 5 lety

    Another great band thanks Pete yes so so underrated I remember hearing in 2013 that they were doing a big tour the following year with magnum in Germany but they weren't playing with them here in the UK but as soon as I heard the best of album I became a fan such Fantastic players

  • @ozuidema
    @ozuidema Před 4 lety +1

    My favorites: 1. Humble stance 2. Don’t be late 3. Wind him up

  • @dexterriley
    @dexterriley Před 3 lety

    Hello, the one positive i was able to pull from a horrible 2020, was i stumbled upon your fantastic channel!! Totally digging the attention paid to Canadian acts!! Rush was obvious..but delighted to see Attention given to April Wine, Max Webster ( i thought you might include KMs solo,... hey theres a category suggestion.. vocalists from established bands solo..sure Dio will win but still.lol).. and now Saga! Neil Young Guess Who or the Hip i wonder?
    In any event, tysm, happy new year from the great white north eh!

  • @jamiecottle5850
    @jamiecottle5850 Před 5 lety

    Hi Pete. Greetings from the Great White North. Thanks for spotlighting this great and often underrated band.

  • @dominiquez5643
    @dominiquez5643 Před 2 lety

    Loooveee Saga! Got Started with World's Appart and just bought their entire cathalog!

  • @frankjelincic2406
    @frankjelincic2406 Před 3 lety

    Great band, great list!

  • @soylentgreendip
    @soylentgreendip Před 3 lety

    Love..... Only Time Will Tell

  • @iamagr8hunter
    @iamagr8hunter Před 5 lety

    Great pics Pete! I don’t think you could of done any better. You have shown me how great Saga really is!

  • @Alfred_Domke_antispace-sounds

    Wind him up was Saga's biggest hit in Germany. In 1982 it had been in the Charts for 14 weeks and peaked at number 45. It got a lot of airplay and was their first song I have ever heard.

    • @virtual_graphics
      @virtual_graphics Před 5 lety

      Yes... was just gonna post that. Biggest hIt in Switzerland at the time. Filled stadiums...

  • @mvunit3
    @mvunit3 Před 5 lety

    Before I even watch this, I can honestly say that whatever songs stood out for you Pete, that they will probably be awesome (I even like the "pop prog" albums). I LOVE this band, and its amazing that Michael Sadler's voice has NOT changed much since their debut. Whatever he does to keep that voice must come from the fountain of youth (Xanadu? . . . well, that's another canuck band :p). Its a shame they are not as big as Rush, or even Triumph. The "Germans" seem to know whats up though. I just wish they'd tour the U.S. and the West Coast (other than Cruise to the Edge), but last year they said they were retired, now they're back - will have to watch this video after work today :). "Generation 13" is one of my all time fave concept albums, VERY unique, and at that time, I didn't know they were still together in 1995. MANY albums since, all have standout tracks.

  • @JRZ67
    @JRZ67 Před 4 lety

    I was lucky enough to see Saga in St Charles Illinois in Oct 2019. One of only two shows in the US. Caught Ian’s pick after Wind Him Up. Put it in a frame with a my poster the band signed after the show. Favorite song: Goodbye Once Upon a Time. Very emotional song.

  • @ralfwegmann5338
    @ralfwegmann5338 Před 3 lety

    Thanks Pete to create some interest in Saga here on YT. I am fan since 1983, they had so many great albums and they are a fantastic live band. For new fan please check out : Silent knight, Worlds apart, In Transit ( Live), 1st Album ......

  • @robertnaumko
    @robertnaumko Před 3 lety

    Pete: I really appreciate your recognition of SAGA in 2 internet deliveries. Firstly, this band should be in the Canadian Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and be considered into other rock/ progressive rock recognitions. I have seen RUSH 10 times, Styx 7 times, YES 3 times, early GENESIS twice ... However, SAGA ... From their inception in 1977 to most recent 18 times. You make an excellent point : there are very unique singers and styles that I have gravitated to over 50 years ... What is original ... What catches my attention ... Vocals are usually first ... I think of Freddie Mercury, Geddy Lee, Midge Ure ( Ultravox fame ) and Michael Sadler. Btw: there was a really interesting movement coming out of Toronto, Canada ( along with RUSH and SAGa ) most notably that included Triumph, Goddo, and ( my favourite Zon ... If you like SAGA ... Check out their debut Astral Projector ... You will love it!!! ) ... Continued success ... I love your stuff from Winnipeg, Canada ... Signing off ... Be safe

  • @ThisisTheNosaj
    @ThisisTheNosaj Před 3 lety

    Awesome insight and comments again, thanks Pete. Would be very keen to see a The Guess Who albums ranking & song ranking videos please. :-)

  • @fredhuybens2783
    @fredhuybens2783 Před 3 lety +1

    ‘Framed’ is also a killer track.

  • @jensstorberget2923
    @jensstorberget2923 Před 4 lety

    It's always fun to listen to how others reason about what they like. I really liked the reasoning that there should have been more hits from the band. I started to listen to the band in 1982 when "In Transit" was released and Saga has been my favorite band since that day. The first four albums were spectacular but they also had a couple of really strong ones from Full Circle (1999) to Network (2004). Well, when it comes to the best songs it's really a tough one for me. I could count over 50 ones that are really fantastic. But the best of all is "Don't be late".

  • @MrTarkus1
    @MrTarkus1 Před 4 lety

    Apart from 'Cat Walk', all these tunes are still on the setlist today. They are (were, up 'till now...) touring Europe like crazy. Caught them in august in (of course) Germany. Open air show. A.M.A.Z.I.N.G.

  • @denislatulippe8997
    @denislatulippe8997 Před 3 lety

    Network album with On the air and If i were you. Images with the powerful vocals during the clarinette solo at the end..........Yeah baby

  • @colinmacdonald9052
    @colinmacdonald9052 Před 5 lety

    Always great to hear everyone's favourites. I won't argue anyone's choices because, let's face it, it all comes down to personal choice. I agree with many of the choices here, and I agree there are so many choices how do you pick one over the other? The reality is not a lot of bands have even half as much materiel to choose from. With SAGA the idea of having a top ten doesn't really work as it excludes to many songs. you need to expand the number to at least top 20, given the broad spectrum of their work. Interestingly SAGA's fan-base spans the globe. There are SAGA cover bands in Asia a place they have never toured. I personally feel that it is up to the promoters to advertise the bands to get people out to the events. Every time I have seen the band they do a stellar show! So many people complain but I didn't know they were playing or I would have been there. I have seen people fly in from around the world just to see one show from as far away as Japan. The fans are among the most dedicated I have ever seen. But there is one thing that has been missed in this very interesting video. And that is the fans! SAGA is not just the band, SAGA is everyone at an event the band refers to their fans as "family" because that's how they feel about them. They share a deeper connection with their fans and will go out of their way to ensure everyone has a great time. I guess that is part of the reason for their success. Family sticks together and for a band to survive 40+ years of writing, recording,touring, performing. They realized that it's difficult to meet everyone and play for everyone with a fan base that is so vast around the globe. So for now they have slowed the pace and I hand picking the shows they do in an effort to recharge the batteries, and I hope for a new SAGA album one day filled with even more favourites. I would like that all SAGA fans for supporting the band over the last 4 decades. We all look forward to seeing you again.

  • @Kalprog
    @Kalprog Před 5 lety

    Hell of a list Pete, its so hard to narrow down Saga, lm a completist when it comes to their output so I know what you mean. Their live DVDS are killer as well, Im sure you have already seen them. Just too many songs to rank! Here's another Canadian band for you to investigate if you haven't already, Zon. I bet there are a lot of music fans out there who have never heard of them. They do have a small catalog but I personally think their worth checking out. Always enjoy the videos and thanks for focusing on the Great White North.

  • @errolcuthbert1649
    @errolcuthbert1649 Před 5 lety

    My Top Ten Songs ...
    1. Don't Be Late
    2. On The Loose
    3. Wind Him Up
    4. You're Not Alone
    5. Images
    6. Catwalk - Unabridged
    7. Ice Nice
    8. Mind Over Matter
    9. Don't Make A Sound
    10. Listen To Your Heart

  • @ElTorroTheMan
    @ElTorroTheMan Před 5 lety

    Great band. Have all albums until '87. Favorite song "On The Loose"

  • @brassknuklebrandi
    @brassknuklebrandi Před 5 lety

    These Canuks can rock.. Those first few albums are the excellent and the later albums are hit and misses I agreee with you but there are still some gems especially on there here last couple of albums. Good to hear they will to come back to America this one band I would love to see live.

  • @61guitbox
    @61guitbox Před 7 měsíci

    cat walk the long version has one of Ian Crichton’s best guitar solos from the early days 🇨🇦 🎸✌️

  • @FutureReferenc
    @FutureReferenc Před 5 lety +2

    I thought I was the only one who knew about Saga. You oughta drop the needle for 15 seconds on these as you go along.

    • @seaoftranquilityprog
      @seaoftranquilityprog  Před 5 lety +1

      Copyright issues with CZcams if I do that...this is why I don't play any of the music.

  • @2021ruber
    @2021ruber Před 5 lety

    They played their last concert in Puerto Rico this past Fall. They were huge in Puerto Rico and Venezuela.

  • @casanovafrankenstein8538
    @casanovafrankenstein8538 Před 3 měsíci

    Amnesia, great song and off Worlds Apart

  • @TimCarter
    @TimCarter Před 5 lety

    Wind Him Up and Don't Be Late are my favorites.

  • @umbertoyltp
    @umbertoyltp Před 5 lety

    I saw them twice in Holland about fifteen years ago. Such a strong groove and Adam Sandler ties the band to the audience. Defenitely some memorable anthems.

  • @davoshaunessy7481
    @davoshaunessy7481 Před 3 lety

    How doo yoo doo it Pete
    I DONT WATCH TV at ALL
    and I just can’t keep up with your ears let alone yur mouth
    I LISTEN TO ALOT OF MUSIC and you just TAKE THE CAKE
    For most of my peeps I’m their Pete ( YOU ROCK ! )
    I can’t keep up with your listening habits let alone your KNOWLEDGE
    LOVE SAGA
    A BRIEF CASE

  • @Rabant777
    @Rabant777 Před 5 lety

    Certainly one of my favourite bands that I have never seen live - I would really struggle to narrow down my list to 10 songs. Easy to do the songs that have big hooks but there's a lot of quality in their lesser known album tracks.
    Never particularly popular here in the UK either, in fact we have a UK Facebook group that has tried to get the band to play a show here for the last few years

  • @anthonyferraro9854
    @anthonyferraro9854 Před 5 lety

    Trust from '06 is Fantastic!!!!

  • @Powerpoe
    @Powerpoe Před 2 lety

    Don’t be late anywhere you wanna go

  • @Spinspiel
    @Spinspiel Před 4 lety +1

    For me #1 is "Scratching the Surface" , also Check out 10,000 Days.

  • @relayerdan
    @relayerdan Před 5 lety

    Hey Pete where do you get all these cool t-shirts you're wearing they are so awesome love your top 10 list by the way

  • @rustyshackleford1201
    @rustyshackleford1201 Před rokem

    The trouble with saga was they never got radio support at home for some reason

  • @chrisheise2912
    @chrisheise2912 Před 4 lety

    1. Don't Be Late
    2. Humble Stance
    3. The Perfectionist
    4. Ice Nice
    5. You're Not Alone
    6. On The Loose
    7. Wind Him Up
    8. Amnesia
    9. Mouse In A Maze
    10. How Long
    11. Framed
    12. Scratching The Surface
    13. Careful Where You Step
    14. Slow Motion
    15. What's It Gonna Be
    16. Give 'Em The Money
    17. Compromise
    18. Money Talks
    19. House Of Cards
    20. Time Bomb

  • @patrickking2423
    @patrickking2423 Před 5 lety

    'Framed' from Worlds Apart would be in my top 10. It had some amazing guitar work from Ian Chrichton. He would do finger tapping and it never sounded like Eddie Van Halen. He had his own style with it.

  • @aceman3577
    @aceman3577 Před 5 lety

    I HAVE ONE FOR YOU PETE HOW ABOUT A TOP 10 SONGS OF MOXY ANOTHER FORGOTTEN BAND LOVE YOUR VIDEOS KEEP THEM COMING TAKE CARE

  • @danielboss4928
    @danielboss4928 Před 5 lety

    LOVE the shirt! Where did you order that one from? Tried to find on the internet, but failed.

    • @seaoftranquilityprog
      @seaoftranquilityprog  Před 5 lety +1

      A vendor called Trending Tees that I follow on Facebook. I get ads for so many cool shirts from them and I've bought a bunch. They only sell them for a limited time though.

  • @offandrunning8771
    @offandrunning8771 Před 5 lety +2

    Never heard of this band before Pete, but they sound pretty good.

    • @jkbaca41
      @jkbaca41 Před 5 lety +4

      Check em out. They really have some excellent tunes.

  • @DR-lc9qg
    @DR-lc9qg Před 5 lety

    Shocked that you didn't mention Behaviour, not a bad song on the album and lovely track flow, all the songs sitting well with the next, even blending into the following. Its a bit more AOR than prog, but a wonderful album. Love Wildest Dreams as well. I think though towards the end of their run there was a lot of treading water and tracks that are almost a parody of previous material. Worst albums Generation 13, and Pleasure and the Pain. Of course it would be a boring world if we all liked the same stuff.

  • @asdfzxcv3617
    @asdfzxcv3617 Před 2 lety

    We need new top 10 songs

  • @Jamie.Laszlo
    @Jamie.Laszlo Před 5 lety

    Since I only knew one song by Max Webster I dove into their catalog today. So, since I only know On the Loose, I'm going to dive into Saga's now.
    EDIT:
    Okay, I'm half way through Heads or Tails. Is it me or do they sound like The Fixx?

  • @onesumatra
    @onesumatra Před 3 lety

    Whaaaaat? wind him up number two and on the loose number seven? Are you serious? I would rank number one and number two! What about scratching the surface? That's an incredible song too. I better wait for a Saga ranking albums.

    • @seaoftranquilityprog
      @seaoftranquilityprog  Před 3 lety +1

      Where is it written that everyone needs to like songs the same way you do and in the same order? They have a TON of incredible songs, can't fit them all into a top 10. Saga ranking the albums show has already been done.

  • @niwdoog
    @niwdoog Před 5 lety

    I Saga open for Jethro Tull at the Glens Fall Civic Center. 1982/83?

  • @troytrellman5011
    @troytrellman5011 Před 4 lety

    I cannot possibly come up with a Top 10 from Saga. Maybe not even a Top 50. Lately I've really been into the House of Cards and Generation 13 CDs.

  • @g.belanger8302
    @g.belanger8302 Před 4 lety

    1. Someone Should. Just wow...

  • @TheOneAboveAll
    @TheOneAboveAll Před 5 lety

    Yeah, they have alot of great songs. Odd that they were'nt bigger than they were. Maybe management shouldve worked a bit harder on promoting them.

  • @kevindickson2178
    @kevindickson2178 Před 2 lety

    tired world

  • @vaneipontes3279
    @vaneipontes3279 Před 5 lety

    Show🎸😎👊