How Soon Is Now - Johnny Marr Live At The Crazy Face Factory

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  • @jamspandex4973
    @jamspandex4973 Před měsícem +85

    This song is literally 40 years old now, but every time I hear it I *still* get goosebumps as if it the first time - it just never gets old.

  • @joaquinalexander9
    @joaquinalexander9 Před 10 měsíci +578

    No other guitarist like Johnny Marr. His innovation, style, technique, they stand alone. No flash, no trash. All substance, all brilliance.

    • @lyndalosen9183
      @lyndalosen9183 Před 9 měsíci +11

      Well said!

    • @vintagegibbon
      @vintagegibbon Před 8 měsíci +3

      Oooh, I'm not too sure about that - Marr is a god but if you want style, innovation, tekkers, Manchester and hair then check out Vini Reilly's work.

    • @lRedPosion
      @lRedPosion Před 7 měsíci +1

      @@vintagegibbon Thanks! I never heard of him and his band until now :)

    • @thedoc1210
      @thedoc1210 Před 6 měsíci

      excellent reply@@vintagegibbon

    • @andrewbleasdale790
      @andrewbleasdale790 Před 5 měsíci +4

      Only one Johnny Marr

  • @goatmanbeware
    @goatmanbeware Před 6 měsíci +277

    One of those songs you don’t want to end.

    • @Zeal808
      @Zeal808 Před 5 měsíci +2

      Exactly

    • @chefpatsy
      @chefpatsy Před 4 měsíci +2

      It's a good thing it 6:47 long 😜

    • @stephenmonaghan6030
      @stephenmonaghan6030 Před 4 měsíci

      Yeah, I wish he'd keep going until we get to the end of the song instead of having to listen to self-indulgent guitar riffs. How soon is now? I guess we'll never know...

    • @jeremyciffra581
      @jeremyciffra581 Před 3 měsíci

      Fact

    • @teanbikkies
      @teanbikkies Před 3 měsíci

      Agreed 💯

  • @jackpegg1007
    @jackpegg1007 Před 28 dny +39

    Clearly Johnny’s masterpiece. I’m 60yo and still get lost in this song.

  • @jfeast5469
    @jfeast5469 Před měsícem +64

    This version is the best I've ever heard.
    Period.

    • @historiasdeuber-
      @historiasdeuber- Před 25 dny +4

      And full stop.

    • @leonpfields9100
      @leonpfields9100 Před 12 dny +1

      Nailed 🎉

    • @mrchad97z49
      @mrchad97z49 Před 11 dny +2

      I agree.. it sounds the best. But if you notice, the tempo is slightly slower. Which, I am undecided if I like it slower or not

    • @docsavage8640
      @docsavage8640 Před 4 dny

      Oh, so this is the first time you've ever heard it

  • @ryanpierce9338
    @ryanpierce9338 Před 6 měsíci +231

    Can we just talk about the tone and pocket on that bass for a minute? Silky funk.

    • @ManuscriptRe591
      @ManuscriptRe591 Před 5 měsíci +12

      The bass on this song is so underappreciated. Really drives.

    • @1969Kismet
      @1969Kismet Před 3 měsíci +9

      We can talk about it for the next 40 years if you want, mate. It's that good.

    • @davidgormley7990
      @davidgormley7990 Před 3 měsíci +1

      Yep

    • @hoovesandpawsanimalrescue
      @hoovesandpawsanimalrescue Před 3 měsíci +3

      Here to talk bout dat phunky-ass bass line grooving in that pocket!❤

    • @Dean-qt3rp
      @Dean-qt3rp Před 3 měsíci +5

      Bad ass Fender Bass and Fender Bassman Amp. Killer.

  • @mike902
    @mike902 Před 6 měsíci +159

    The part where he changes the note with tuning peg is fucking badass. Johnny Marr is a legend.

    • @JunkYour925
      @JunkYour925 Před 4 měsíci +5

      truly badass. I could listen to that on loop for hours.

    • @stanleymasterson1135
      @stanleymasterson1135 Před 4 měsíci +2

      Lol, you clearly don't know much about guitar. A 5 year old could play this

    • @JunkYour925
      @JunkYour925 Před 4 měsíci +2

      @@stanleymasterson1135 you are right - I play it all day long too on my 77 Strat. Fun stuff.

    • @stanleymasterson1135
      @stanleymasterson1135 Před 4 měsíci

      @@JunkYour925 Great song though

    • @mike902
      @mike902 Před 3 měsíci +12

      @@stanleymasterson1135 Been playing for 30 years. Nothing wrong with simplicity. There is a reason I despise stuff like Yngwie Malmsteem, Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Dream Theatre. Its all wanky pretentious garbage.

  • @NomahLovesYah
    @NomahLovesYah Před 6 měsíci +154

    Bass player is getting savage tone and is completely dialed in. All of this is great.

    • @supplemarmot1244
      @supplemarmot1244 Před 3 měsíci +9

      Totally. Hats off to the sound engineer.

    • @mrchad97z49
      @mrchad97z49 Před 11 dny

      ya the bass sounds nice.. And he looks better today than 10 yrs ago... too.

  • @patrickblackwell777
    @patrickblackwell777 Před 2 lety +211

    This blew me away. Can't believe it sounded this good live. CZcams occasionally recommends a masterpiece and this was one!

    • @jimbojones101
      @jimbojones101 Před rokem

      Like the first tab of extasy.

    • @PeteRose64
      @PeteRose64 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Totally agree, this is simply amazing music

  • @anthonyk5515
    @anthonyk5515 Před 2 lety +297

    No two ways about it. This is an absolutely superb rendition of this all-time classic. The lads really nailed it here.

    • @rwm4738
      @rwm4738 Před 2 lety +5

      Except Morrissey isn't singing.

    • @mcfch9625
      @mcfch9625 Před rokem +15

      @@rwm4738 get over it!

    • @stephennoble2647
      @stephennoble2647 Před rokem +4

      @@rwm4738 Sure, Johnny ain't Morrissey, however, he does a great job singing lead vocal!!!

    • @HiddenHandMedia
      @HiddenHandMedia Před rokem

      @@stephennoble2647 He had a lot of help on the vocals

  • @mikeweiser2210
    @mikeweiser2210 Před 10 měsíci +178

    As a former musician and part time home recording mixer/music producer I have to admit this was one hell of a live mix and a FANTASTIC performance! Timing and tones from the vocals and instruments were impeccable!!

    • @Dan-fy3vp
      @Dan-fy3vp Před 9 měsíci +4

      Was thinking the very same thing

    • @AdaptivePhenix
      @AdaptivePhenix Před 9 měsíci +2

      And you remain oblivious to the fact that this was post processed. If you knew anything about recording, you would know that the layout would've sounded shite.

    • @juanpallautapulido200
      @juanpallautapulido200 Před 9 měsíci +2

      i was about to say the same thing. this mix makes justice to this live take of this classic tune. (Mr. Marr´s guitar job still is amazing, few songs have such charactecistic sound)

    • @fellspoint9364
      @fellspoint9364 Před 8 měsíci +2

      It all started from a Bo Diddley riff. Marr told the story in an interview. Still wild.

    • @RockDawg77
      @RockDawg77 Před 7 měsíci +1

      @@AdaptivePhenix Well, at least you were kind in your thoughts.

  • @shawnstarks1743
    @shawnstarks1743 Před 10 měsíci +355

    Johnny is a master of chords and texture. He’s a different type of Guitar Hero.

  • @themadmidfielder5192
    @themadmidfielder5192 Před 2 lety +3764

    Not only does this sound absolutely fantastic, but Johnny's voice seems to just keep getting better and better, it's truly amazing to hear how much he has grown into owning this song with his own vocal stylings.

    • @JohnnyBuxton
      @JohnnyBuxton Před 2 lety +131

      Better than Morrisey would have been, no doubt!

    • @markpalmer9747
      @markpalmer9747 Před 2 lety +74

      I’m so late to this party. I’ve always heard what a genius Johnny is but as a casual fan I’m going to turn to a die hard today! Truly better than the original.

    • @christophernoia5197
      @christophernoia5197 Před 2 lety +136

      He’s great, but I did hear vocal pitch correction in this performance.

    • @JohnnyBuxton
      @JohnnyBuxton Před 2 lety +18

      @@christophernoia5197 I thought that too, but it might just be the way he sings that part.. perhaps he did backing vocals in that style? Could just be sneaky auto tune though!

    • @christophernoia5197
      @christophernoia5197 Před 2 lety +12

      @@JohnnyBuxton totally could be that. I've experienced that before when recording vocals for a song. There was one line that sounded as if I used pitch correction when I didn't because of how I sang it.

  • @jamesgalvin1529
    @jamesgalvin1529 Před 2 lety +164

    One of my favourite songs I am blind and I love to play this on guitar

    • @michaelgreene4816
      @michaelgreene4816 Před 2 lety +17

      Put it on CZcams sir!

    • @kmag7122
      @kmag7122 Před 2 lety +5

      good on you keep going my friend 👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @RicardoMartinez-oh9sq
    @RicardoMartinez-oh9sq Před rokem +160

    I had no idea that Johnny Marr could as well sing. He honors the electric guitar, how can I put it? He plays it with the subtlety of a cello player, every ostinato, every chord, every rhythm in place for a particular musical reason. A great musician.

    • @MrSpeed-lt8gr
      @MrSpeed-lt8gr Před 10 měsíci +3

      That’s a fantastic description. I’ll freely admit I play guitar the way I do because I idolized Edward Van Halen. Johnny’s minimalist approach is just beautiful sounding.

    • @shawnstarks1743
      @shawnstarks1743 Před 10 měsíci +1

      Well said! (You must be a guitar player) He’s a “Guitar Hero” of a different nature. Definitely not cliché.

    • @shawnstarks1743
      @shawnstarks1743 Před 10 měsíci +3

      @@MrSpeed-lt8gr I too idolized Eddie, we all drunk the coolaid and it was good. However, once I lost my “shallowness” I started to listening to Andy Summers (The Police), Paul Reynolds (Flock of Seagulls) and this guy, Marr and noticed those guys play for color/texture “chords” and not speed. That’s the route I took.

    • @MrSpeed-lt8gr
      @MrSpeed-lt8gr Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@shawnstarks1743 it’s amazing how much modern music is influenced by Summers, Reynolds (criminally underrated) and Marr. I play at church and every single song has those texture chords with delay.

    • @shawnstarks1743
      @shawnstarks1743 Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@MrSpeed-lt8gr Dude, that’s really the wheelhouse of the type of guitar player I want to be. YOU. A church musician. Every time I go to a Guitar Store and I here some guy playing Beautiful stuff. I immediately go over and ask them where they play at? Always the same answer. CHURCH

  • @in_10z
    @in_10z Před 6 měsíci +43

    Why did it take me 2 years to find this vid?!?! This is by far the best live version of How Soon Is Now I've ever heard. Johnny is a freakin beast.

    • @EpsteinsRope
      @EpsteinsRope Před 6 měsíci

      He's not a better singer than Morrisey, you are high

    • @in_10z
      @in_10z Před 6 měsíci +4

      ​@EpsteinsRope I don't do drugs so Im not high but everyone is entitled to their opinion. And mine is that this is definitely the better version of this track LIVE....keyword live. And I'm speaking of the entire song ensemble not just the vocals.

    • @EpsteinsRope
      @EpsteinsRope Před 6 měsíci +1

      Wrong opinion@@in_10z

  • @Twangabilly
    @Twangabilly Před 2 lety +723

    Wow. That second guitarist absolutely NAILED the original sound of that haunting slide sound. The way it decays after is just like the original recording. To me that one bit is what makes or breaks any cover of this song. Best live version ever!

    • @matthijskuipers8885
      @matthijskuipers8885 Před 2 lety +62

      I agree, but there is one thing : it's not a cover. It is his own song

    • @richardadesmond
      @richardadesmond Před 2 lety +2

      Totally agree. It always bugged me when it wasn't nailed on certain live versions. It makes such a difference when it's done this way, as you say, like the original recording. THis guy's version is so good too, check it out....
      czcams.com/video/SeE4mjS1BKM/video.html

    • @nedmarc
      @nedmarc Před 2 lety +14

      Subtlety is the key. The slide guitar upsurges, but never overpowers.

    • @notordinarynothing
      @notordinarynothing Před 2 lety +18

      agreed, he (Doviak) is great

    • @CookeeQapla
      @CookeeQapla Před 2 lety +2

      @@notordinarynothing that he is!

  • @rogersocalbeaches5734
    @rogersocalbeaches5734 Před 2 lety +1060

    I actually didn't think it was possible to recreate the sounds live and gave up on hearing a decent live version of this song, but this is really good. This is the best live version of this song ever performed .

    • @greatunz67
      @greatunz67 Před 2 lety +22

      it's too subdued, Moz's solo band has done it better.

    • @jasonmcguinness288
      @jasonmcguinness288 Před 2 lety +23

      @@greatunz67 Post the link then chief!

    • @rogersocalbeaches5734
      @rogersocalbeaches5734 Před 2 lety +3

      @@greatunz67 yea, give me the link

    • @rogersocalbeaches5734
      @rogersocalbeaches5734 Před 2 lety +12

      @@jasonmcguinness288 subdued, who is this guy? JK

    • @rogersocalbeaches5734
      @rogersocalbeaches5734 Před 2 lety

      @@greatunz67 listen to this performance in 1985 czcams.com/video/RVsv-YMPOUQ/video.html Sounds nothing like the recording. What happened back then?

  • @kt2816
    @kt2816 Před 28 dny +19

    Being a smiths fan since the 80's. Aside from the original. That is the best version i've ever heard. Amazing

  • @jollyr0gerZ
    @jollyr0gerZ Před 6 měsíci +46

    This song legit gives me goosebumps. Its like he's speaking for all of us who are afraid to say it

  • @drugstorecowgirl6982
    @drugstorecowgirl6982 Před 2 lety +1161

    I literally could listen to this song every day until I die. That timeless riff, the iconic hook, perfection.

    • @kativanova8278
      @kativanova8278 Před 2 lety +15

      Hi, i am from Russia and I got to know Johnny Marr' music earlier than Smiths' and Morrissey's one. I adore this song!!!

    • @bhouser79
      @bhouser79 Před 2 lety +9

      Same, one of the best ever. Johnny owns it when he performs it.

    • @richardbuchanan7091
      @richardbuchanan7091 Před 2 lety +2

      I DO :)

    • @Appelltje
      @Appelltje Před 2 lety +1

      My to🥰

    • @AtariTheAnimator
      @AtariTheAnimator Před 2 lety +8

      Ah yes! The wailing sound is just amazing

  • @AncientHippie
    @AncientHippie Před 2 lety +215

    Special kudos to the sound engineer(s) ...... this is so clean! This ancient hippy likes, nice job to all involved (you too Johnny, lol).

  • @briancrawford69
    @briancrawford69 Před 5 měsíci +20

    Never heard Johnny sing before but he does this song really well. A lot of the Brits have that same kinda tone and drone. Sounds great

  • @johnnyn1973
    @johnnyn1973 Před 4 měsíci +13

    I’m 50 and can’t believe I’ve not heard this version before now?! Outstanding!

  • @carverac
    @carverac Před rokem +746

    Bassist and Drummer deserve kudos here for laying down a fat groove that makes this even more special,
    and I think many here don't even realize it's why it sounds so good!.

    • @jackalope2302
      @jackalope2302 Před rokem +9

      It takes a better ear than mine to notice on my own over those magical guitars and Johnny's shockingly good vocals.

    • @heresjohnny602
      @heresjohnny602 Před rokem +19

      Indeed, for a drummer it's a rare gift to shine so well technically but still give your band space to shine.

    • @jennifermaue9915
      @jennifermaue9915 Před rokem +22

      Was noticing just that…super smooth very hypnotic bassist! Drummer, the entire ensemble! Better than the original recording by far!

    • @fuktifinoy
      @fuktifinoy Před rokem +15

      Are you a bassist too ?
      - that's the way it should be, the bass player & drummer tight as f**k..you don't really notice them standing out, all eyes/ears on the guitarness & vocals..but would you ever notice if they WEREN'T there....

    • @gsmith207
      @gsmith207 Před rokem +16

      As a Drummer, I commend you you on your fantastic observation and realizing the groove…you are a musician for sure.

  • @TorToroPorco
    @TorToroPorco Před 2 lety +293

    This song never gets old. Johnny’s voice may not have the extension of Morrisey but it’s definitely not lacking in expression here. And as always his guitar does a lot of the speaking.

    • @robanderson1155
      @robanderson1155 Před rokem

      To be fair i had no idea who he was before thiis video. .mmhe smashed it

    • @xxzalexx
      @xxzalexx Před rokem +14

      It’s a lot better than Peter Hook trying to sing New Order songs.

    • @xxzalexx
      @xxzalexx Před rokem +8

      @@robanderson1155 as he should, it’s HIS song after all… and he’s only had 40 years of playing it to get it perfect 😝

    • @LJJabba
      @LJJabba Před rokem

      Robert Smith*

    • @joeyoungs8426
      @joeyoungs8426 Před rokem +1

      @@xxzalexxHA! Great song writers but vocals were NEVER their strong suit.

  • @sued6221
    @sued6221 Před 8 měsíci +38

    Love this version. Can't believe Johnny found a way to improve on a masterpiece.

  • @peternicholls6532
    @peternicholls6532 Před 2 měsíci +27

    Johnny Marr...is The Smiths...

    • @futatorius
      @futatorius Před 15 dny

      At least it's nice to know I can hear an excellent live performance of a Smiths song without having to deal with the lorry-load of baggage that comes with their former singer.

  • @leebattick5874
    @leebattick5874 Před 2 lety +88

    Johnny is the ultimate rock star. I can't imagine him doing anything else. He's purpose built for the job.

    • @Frip36
      @Frip36 Před rokem +5

      Really? I can see him working as a librarian.

    • @outtour7518
      @outtour7518 Před rokem +2

      Rock star😂😂😂

    • @Ve-suvius
      @Ve-suvius Před rokem +1

      @@Frip36
      Or 'counting cards' in a casino.
      The Smiths breaking up was a sh i t thing though.
      They were together much better than going on alone.

    • @ytusersumone
      @ytusersumone Před rokem

      He does have a certain spirit of command

    • @paulfitz6614
      @paulfitz6614 Před rokem +1

      IMO he's better than a rock star because he has more professionalism, He delivers stellar performances, without any arrogance or drunken antics like a :rock star" from that era might include.

  • @johnnyfortpants1415
    @johnnyfortpants1415 Před 2 lety +52

    As a lifetime rock and metal fan, this is absolutely wonderful. I just wish modern pop was art like this. Much respect to the understated national treasure that is Mr Marr.

  • @liamhemmings9039
    @liamhemmings9039 Před 6 měsíci +8

    I was about 16 when this came out. I was so lucky, I am from Manchester and I saw 3 of the greatest rhythm guitarists live:, in Manchester: Johnny Marr, James Hetfield and Bob Mould. Great days.

  • @zaradragonia9863
    @zaradragonia9863 Před 6 měsíci +62

    I fucking LOVE this version. Infact, more than the original! Johnny has a great voice and his guitar additions are magnetic. Go Johnny, GO! Ultra cool😅

    • @georgelow3086
      @georgelow3086 Před 4 měsíci

      Yes amazing lovely and kind of perfectly played so love this too❤

  • @Fishpower187
    @Fishpower187 Před 2 lety +86

    This just sounds right. I’ve seen Moz play this live a few times and though he still has the greatest voice, it just doesn’t sound right; none of the Smiths songs really do, without this freaking genius playing the geetar

    • @blueodum
      @blueodum Před 2 lety +9

      It was Noel who said in an interview that when a producer would say - "can you play it like Johnny Marr" - he'd answer, (paraphrasing) "if you want that you'd better get Johhny F'in Marr because he's the only one that can do it".

    • @edyb2097
      @edyb2097 Před 2 lety +3

      @@blueodum then the producer answers back "then I'll get Graham Coxon, he will make a decent Johnny Marr's impression for your song!" 🤣

    • @furdixon3789
      @furdixon3789 Před 2 lety +2

      Me too. Morrisey’s show was too much like Vegas, baby.

    • @JH-lo9ut
      @JH-lo9ut Před měsícem

      Never got in to Morrisey's solo stuff. It took me a while to realize that Johnny was just as important for the Smiths' unique sound.

  • @drewa1999
    @drewa1999 Před 2 lety +22

    This song never ages! Almost 40 years old and sounds so fresh!
    I wonder if Mr.Marr has heard Built to Spill's glorious version?

  • @XLBiker13
    @XLBiker13 Před rokem +26

    Such an unsung, amazing guitar hero outside of his fans. An absolutely true genius musician. His guitar layering and production skills are brilliant. But I'd have to say what impresses me most here is his vocals. They've gotten SO MUCH better. Really impressive. I used to kind of cringe when he'd sing (and I LOVE Johnny Marr). But his vocals are genuinely great here. But no one will ever be able to top Morrissey's vocals. As it should be. Still so sad about the loss of Andy Rourke. Another exceptional musician whose contribution could never be exaggerated.

  • @carlosm.devasconcelllos3939

    Soundtrack of the 80's....Some of the most beautiful and striking guitar riffs were created by this guy. "What difference Does It Make" is a masterpice," Hand in Glove', "Bigmouth Strikes Again", and so many others. Jhonny is An Icon of that era.

  • @stevesanyal
    @stevesanyal Před 2 lety +165

    Johnny's guitar playing is absolute magic and so hard to copy. I was impressed with the vocals on this recording - even some vibrato in there. Love it.

    • @mattma96
      @mattma96 Před 2 lety +9

      What's amazing is... he doesn't have to show off like a circus performer... no tapping, dive-bomb whammy bar, arpeggio...... I love Love LOVE this song the very first time I listened to it when it was released several decades ago!

  • @teanbikkies
    @teanbikkies Před 3 měsíci +17

    Taking nothing away from Johnny Marr, but that bass ...

  • @jumpstar9000
    @jumpstar9000 Před 4 měsíci +9

    You can hear how this track laid the groundwork for all the Madchester stuff that was to come. Stone Roses, The Mondays, all of it. Awesome 🎉

    • @bigmacntings7451
      @bigmacntings7451 Před 3 měsíci

      omg yeah. loads of students ended up in salford uni because it was morrisey's stomping grounds

  • @johnnyworzel3741
    @johnnyworzel3741 Před 2 lety +56

    This sound is exceptional, I’ve lost count how many times I’ve listened to this.

    • @Anna-vz5jl
      @Anna-vz5jl Před rokem +1

      I know this song is my favourite song of all time I remember getting this album for my birthday I was hooked from the start this song this particular song really resonates with me even to this day . I like Morrissey .. but Johnny made up a huge part of the smiths . I was just scrolling a few minutes ago on CZcams and found this . I’ve listened to this for the 4 th time now . This song is tight . Johnny is a genius . Great energy

  • @lylebrent9399
    @lylebrent9399 Před 2 lety +154

    This was actually better than the album version and Johnny's voice was on point!
    Sound guy needs a fucking award 🏆
    Honestly one of the best live jams I've ever heard.

  • @jaseboon6282
    @jaseboon6282 Před 10 měsíci +6

    Mr Marr I was a Redcoat at Butlins Pwllheli in 1992 and I remember seeing you while you were on Holiday there, I never let on at the time just left you alone ;) you're a Legend

  • @stevefinn618
    @stevefinn618 Před 3 měsíci +14

    Bass guitar is just blowing my mind so crisp and pure

  • @thefool2007
    @thefool2007 Před 2 lety +49

    I can’t stop listening to this. What a masterpiece. Johnny’s voice is priceless.

  • @garethjones6566
    @garethjones6566 Před 2 lety +290

    No better way than to wake and see a new video of Johnny Marr especially when he is performing How soon is now. This certainly made me smile.

    • @josephalaguna
      @josephalaguna Před 2 lety +2

      I know. My thought exactly.

    • @rad6666
      @rad6666 Před 2 lety +2

      Brilliant but no Morrissey

    • @thesatisfiedcustomer4869
      @thesatisfiedcustomer4869 Před 2 lety

      is that you Gaz - MUFC ICJ?

    • @buckleygeneration
      @buckleygeneration Před 2 lety

      @@rad6666 No, but Johnny is a better guitarist and songwriter than Morrissey is a singer.

    • @rad6666
      @rad6666 Před 2 lety

      @@buckleygeneration
      Singer no, of course guitarist and writer. But doesn't have the presence of Morrissey at all.

  • @THEbadlnb
    @THEbadlnb Před 5 měsíci +4

    Been look for this song for awhile. I heard a part of it as bumper music on a radio talk show and it really made an impression. This song takes me back to a dim-distant memory of my high school days, late at night, lit up by car headlights and tail lights in a place lost to memory. I was not all there, wasted on what ever weed was available and needing to find my way home. I graduated from High School in the mid 1980’s. Another time and another day a long long time ago. Thank you for posting this and ending yet another musical mystery.

  • @Angus_McCrory
    @Angus_McCrory Před měsícem +8

    Marr would have played this thousands of times, but he (and the band) just nail it.

  • @ellipsec01
    @ellipsec01 Před 2 lety +467

    Johnny Marr is/was/always will be the soul of The Smiths. He is unmatched still to this day.

    • @adrianfumi
      @adrianfumi Před 2 lety +7

      Damn right! You said it best!

    • @davebishopcomedy
      @davebishopcomedy Před 2 lety +24

      Lol. Why has all his music sucked since then. No mozza. The true soul of the smiths. His voice is dreadful

    • @jacqdanieles
      @jacqdanieles Před 2 lety +31

      Morrissey who?

    • @davebishopcomedy
      @davebishopcomedy Před 2 lety +2

      @@jacqdanieles lol

    • @misorodzinak8829
      @misorodzinak8829 Před 2 lety +45

      @@davebishopcomedy You think that his work with Electronic, The The, Modest Mouse (to name just a few) sucked? You need your ears checked.

  • @kslee146
    @kslee146 Před 2 lety +65

    A true joy, and Johnny Marr is brilliant.

  • @garylagstrom3864
    @garylagstrom3864 Před 8 měsíci +3

    HOW SOON IS NOW BY THE SMITHS:
    How soon is now is definitely one of the most hypnotic songs I’ve ever listened too! I remember dancing to this song at prom and just being in my own headspace even though I was dancing with my prom date! She loved it too!

  • @gtowngtown1601
    @gtowngtown1601 Před 2 měsíci +28

    The soundtrack for a generation beaten down by rain, cobbled streets and broken hearts.

  • @Chord_The_Seeker
    @Chord_The_Seeker Před 2 lety +32

    That’s probably the best vocal performance Johnny has done of this song.

  • @DroomSpook
    @DroomSpook Před 2 lety +171

    I realize how absurd this sounds, but they have gotten a lot better at playing this song, at least in a way I hear as being more faithful to the original yet still their own. The original is so damn perfect, it’s hard to come close. But they have nailed it now! Superb playing from the whole band.

    • @thruper
      @thruper Před 2 lety +12

      I completely agree. Bassist in particular.

    • @matthewjdouglas6471
      @matthewjdouglas6471 Před 2 lety +1

      @@thruper yeah those bass lines tight. What an epic performance

    • @RadicalR0nnie
      @RadicalR0nnie Před 2 lety +3

      johnny and the band are so good live

    • @terencestephenmoss2159
      @terencestephenmoss2159 Před 2 lety +1

      Perfect version 👌 he does The Smiths justice ⚖ 👏 nice one Johnny Marr and band 👌 amazing sounds 👌

    • @jonathansteadman7935
      @jonathansteadman7935 Před 2 lety +1

      You're right, gotta be the best JM version yet.

  • @newmarc76
    @newmarc76 Před 5 měsíci +9

    To fuck with all the fancy guitar solos just do it the Johnny Marr way. Fucking genius.

  • @777triathlete
    @777triathlete Před 5 měsíci +38

    This version is PERFECTION.

  • @tonepoet
    @tonepoet Před 2 lety +26

    This was my the anthem for my teenage years. Johnny was a huge inspiration for me even though I play much different music. His resourcefulness is staggering and his singing is freaking fantastic!!

  • @michaelfoster4355
    @michaelfoster4355 Před rokem +125

    Absolutely one of the best guitarists ever. Smooth, clean and innovative.

    • @Donyourmom
      @Donyourmom Před rokem +4

      Johnny Marr is an incredibly underrated player.

    • @rossc9748
      @rossc9748 Před rokem +4

      Think noels said in an interview "he's that good even he can't do what he can do" class act. JM is a legend of the game

    • @PedroFerreira-ze5yp
      @PedroFerreira-ze5yp Před rokem +1

      true that

    • @letswalkandwalk
      @letswalkandwalk Před rokem +1

      Marr I'd clear ❤

    • @liamx6636
      @liamx6636 Před rokem +1

      Interesting opinion. I don't know his work as well as I'm guessing you do. But from what I'm seeing, he is damn good.

  • @zynaps666
    @zynaps666 Před 5 měsíci +53

    Who needs that other bloke. Johnny Marr nailed this. Absolutely brilliant. I'm off to Liverpool in April. Outstanding.

  • @enz8brino
    @enz8brino Před 10 měsíci +14

    Simply wonderful live performance : this is the clear proof that musical perfection can really exist.

  • @OverdriveMusic
    @OverdriveMusic Před 2 lety +98

    I can hear the tuning the mix engineer has applied to Johnny's voice "Just like everybody else does" 1:47. I met Johnny when he was with The Cribs, and he's a genuine lad!

    • @sugarwalls2022
      @sugarwalls2022 Před 2 lety +3

      Correct.

    • @sevensomething
      @sevensomething Před 2 lety +7

      you shut your mouth! how can you say, Jonny isn't a great singer?

    • @blipboop5594
      @blipboop5594 Před 2 lety +4

      @@sevensomething when the hell did they say that?

    • @finnishcharm_music
      @finnishcharm_music Před 2 lety +2

      just scrolled down to the comments at this exact moment to see if anyone else caught that : D great performance nonetheless

    • @Jaspertine
      @Jaspertine Před 2 lety +3

      @@sevensomething I see what you did there.

  • @brhodes0
    @brhodes0 Před 2 lety +180

    What a great version of this. Drummer putting bags of feel and groove in there. Love it.

    • @jb7797
      @jb7797 Před 2 lety +5

      All of them

    • @christianmassa4707
      @christianmassa4707 Před 2 lety +4

      Wow amazing Johnny Marr what a musician.

    • @gsmith207
      @gsmith207 Před 2 lety +6

      Yes! As a drummer myself noticed he never missed one beat. Great groove master he is! That’s not easy. Could play this all day long! What a hook!

    • @johng2880
      @johng2880 Před 2 lety +4

      The bassist is incredibly tight as well. It's such a driving yet relaxed groove.

  • @canlib
    @canlib Před 27 dny +5

    This song will still be styling in another 40 years, and another 40...

  • @juliebagstad
    @juliebagstad Před 6 měsíci +10

    How does he do it even better than Morrissey?? He should've been front man of The Smiths. Who knew early 80's he was so talented?!! Just brilliant.

    • @brendonferris5637
      @brendonferris5637 Před 6 měsíci

      Did Morrissey sing this?( as in genuine question )

    • @juliebagstad
      @juliebagstad Před 6 měsíci +1

      @brendonferris5637 This is a Smiths song from 80s. Morrissey was lead singer and Johnny played the amazing guitar riff. Didn't know back then Johnny could sing!

    • @dezzee100
      @dezzee100 Před 4 měsíci

      It's not sung better than Morrissey. Guitars sound great though.

  • @philipmarsh3522
    @philipmarsh3522 Před rokem +21

    How many guitarists, in the modern age, can pull off a Bo Diddley rhythm and make it sound this cool? And how does he just keep getting better vocally?

  • @fredsroussifrederic3174
    @fredsroussifrederic3174 Před 2 lety +13

    A musical genius that I listen to since 1984 . It was very hard to find The Smiths's records in France at this time.

  • @gorgioanalogkrooner3609
    @gorgioanalogkrooner3609 Před rokem +4

    This is the SOUND of pure ROCK & ROLL ...simple yet complex and rebelious wreckless & young...great preformance at the magnitude of this single ...one of the greatest tunes ever produced and recorded outright from the 80s and leaves all other singles flopped ! Wow ! Johnny Marr totally NAILS ALL ITS AVENUES OF ROCK VIRTUOSO!

  • @andrewwasson6153
    @andrewwasson6153 Před rokem +31

    Wow!! That is so tight and clean. Johnny’s vocals are perfection. The balance, the mix; everything just gels.

  • @jimcudasnyder
    @jimcudasnyder Před 2 lety +22

    Let's hear it for the musicianship of the band! The rhythm guitarist! The delectable bassist and drummer! What an amazingly mixed song (props to engineering!)

  • @alegamed1
    @alegamed1 Před 6 měsíci +4

    He's the man. His guitar is pure elegance and good taste. Effortlessly awesome.

  • @MeTezzer
    @MeTezzer Před 9 měsíci +10

    Johnny Marr. I never knew how good he was until I heard this and it sent me down a rabbit hole.

  • @TomRamsayMusic
    @TomRamsayMusic Před 2 lety +19

    Best version ive seen of this song, right from the guitar tones of the opening riff and the haunting guitar slides, plus johnnys vocals are killer, what a legend 👏👏

  • @Aint1S
    @Aint1S Před 2 lety +40

    I really appreciate this opportunity that you're giving us and I'd guarantee that your gesture will be noticed as the past two years have been far too quiet. This song needs to be heard now more than ever! 🌞💨
    Really love the new Jaguar!

  • @Lizanne75Leo
    @Lizanne75Leo Před měsícem +5

    Sweet jeez this is fu**in nothing short of outstanding and the vocals are hauntingly beautiful, Johnny's voice has gone from strength to strength, I love this well done guys that was flawless.

  • @josephpereira75
    @josephpereira75 Před měsícem +2

    That sound back in the day was a freak show. Was amazing. He rules. One of the best guitarists ever. Now they have this sound on pedal buy and play. Respect to the godfather of this guitar sound. Look it up , wasn’t easy to get this guitar sound back in the day.

  • @KP11520
    @KP11520 Před 2 lety +10

    John, You know this is a TIMELESS MASTERPIECE! It never gets old, despite the fact that WE do! Never Stop! EVER!

  • @Sonny_AA
    @Sonny_AA Před rokem +62

    that second guitarist! That slide is perfect! didn't overplay it, sounds like it was lifted from the original track. The whole band sounds perfect. Great group of musicians

    • @williamoliveira1409
      @williamoliveira1409 Před 10 měsíci +1

      Everything is on point. Amazing

    • @Samkev1984
      @Samkev1984 Před 9 měsíci

      Yeah, totally agree but I miss the part at the end where the tremolo guitar trails off.Otherwise,perfection!

    • @mogznwaz
      @mogznwaz Před 8 měsíci

      I don’t like that his timing of the slide is off

  • @Mauleflyer100rv
    @Mauleflyer100rv Před 9 dny +3

    One of the best rock songs ever written

  • @EefsBeatz
    @EefsBeatz Před 2 měsíci +3

    Johnny Marr is just one of those unique guitarists. You just know that sound when it comes on!

  • @robertanderson1915
    @robertanderson1915 Před rokem +6

    This has been my life song. I'm 53 and feel in love with this song when I was 15yrs. Old. I love The Smiths
    Johnny Mars guitar was magic. Morrisey's voice just made it so much more powerful. Thank you JM. For this. It touches my soul...and I mean that!!

  • @scottnapier943
    @scottnapier943 Před rokem +137

    Johnny is so effortlessly cool and his guitar playing is wonderful. 'How Soon Is Now' is and always will be a Masterpiece! 🎸❤✌

    • @JB4375
      @JB4375 Před rokem +7

      Couldn't agree more. I wasn't even a Smiths fan, but to me, this song is the epitome of alternative 80's. And yet it's timeless.

  • @InvestPlusFx
    @InvestPlusFx Před 4 měsíci +6

    já que ninguém comentou em português, SONZERA DO CARALHO, QUE PERFEIÇÃO ESSA SINCRONIA DE GUITARRAS.

  • @johnalecsscalemodeling
    @johnalecsscalemodeling Před 4 měsíci +6

    Iwan nails the basslines - bless Andy. We all miss him.

  • @hzafary
    @hzafary Před rokem +26

    what an incredible performance. Johnny Marr does justice on the vocals.

  • @PrimitiveInTheExtreme
    @PrimitiveInTheExtreme Před 2 lety +56

    Timeless song, wonderful performance. 🔝

  • @cristinatejera6497
    @cristinatejera6497 Před rokem +9

    Exelente versión!! Un placer escuchar a quienes saben obtener lo mejor d cada instrumento!! 👏👏👏

  • @jeffolinger-wm1hg
    @jeffolinger-wm1hg Před 11 měsíci +7

    Dude's been my guitar idol for 4 centuries. Nobody captures that smokey funk new wave better

    • @MrDiddyDee
      @MrDiddyDee Před 11 měsíci +2

      Erm...Jeff, mate, Johnny is definitely a legend but not quite that old, I think you mean decade

    • @firefighteruppy9121
      @firefighteruppy9121 Před 10 měsíci

      Wow... you're old...

    • @RF_Burns
      @RF_Burns Před 9 měsíci +1

      Are you both vampires?

  • @chrissharp8056
    @chrissharp8056 Před 2 lety +10

    Mr Marr and the band - well done all, a true indie hero and still showing how its done, its truly a testimony to The Smiths that their work is so popular with all age groups. Brilliant and timeless song.

  • @Kodachrome
    @Kodachrome Před 2 lety +8

    That chunky, barreling straight towards you freight train riff, the Marr solo embellishment, detuning the E string, and my Lord his vocals(!)…he has actually improved a classic.

  • @RSfandude
    @RSfandude Před 10 měsíci +7

    Johnny voice is so good, everything about this performance is perfect

  • @warnerbasement1628
    @warnerbasement1628 Před 7 měsíci +7

    Man. That's fantastic stuff. Marr is a compositional genius and his vocals do that song equal justice to Mr. Morrissey.

  • @davidmason9490
    @davidmason9490 Před 2 lety +42

    Johnny's really nailed that vocal, doubtless drawing inspiration from the Astley original. But could he sing Never Gonna Give You Up as well as Rick?

    • @mshaftenberg
      @mshaftenberg Před 2 lety +4

      I just had to look if this was a joke, but Astley really did it 😂 thanks for turning me to that direction!

    • @mutate34
      @mutate34 Před 2 lety +3

      your obviously not aware of this but Rick used to be the singer in Johnny's former band the Smiths and Never Gonna Give You Up was the Smiths most classic song

    • @markcouperthwaite3500
      @markcouperthwaite3500 Před 2 lety +6

      I went to the Astley/Blossoms gig in Manchester. It was unbelievably good. If the smiths ever reform, I would prefer they did it with Astley in all honesty 😂🤣

  • @jordanmurray410
    @jordanmurray410 Před rokem +10

    Johnny Marr is by far one of the most brilliant guitarists of the last 50 years without a doubt

    • @lllllllllllllllllllllIII
      @lllllllllllllllllllllIII Před 6 měsíci

      The fact I didn’t know this was originally on guitar surprised me I thought it was an underground track but the guitars really sums up the song

  • @stevefinn618
    @stevefinn618 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Never heard drums and bass in such perfect harmony with each other

  • @edubfromktown
    @edubfromktown Před 15 dny +1

    One of my all time favorite tunes.
    Mind blowing awesome how all band members are so dialed in on the groove... back then and so many years later!

  • @gdt76
    @gdt76 Před 2 lety +7

    Bless you, Mr. Marr. The word "iconic" comes to mind with this song and with your playing and singing. As always you've made my day. Counting the days until the new release!!

  • @atquinn1975
    @atquinn1975 Před 2 lety +54

    Johnny Marr is incredible!

  • @toxic_badasss9656
    @toxic_badasss9656 Před 8 měsíci +3

    I was literally front stage when he performed this whilst supporting The Stone Roses at Finsbury Park it blew my mind, I'd seen The Smiths twice in 83 or 84 they were my band at that time 🎶🎵🎶❤️

  • @patrickryan5570
    @patrickryan5570 Před rokem +6

    Johnny is a very special talent indeed - I must admit the other musicians on this session are absolutely fantastic - the driving beats from the drums and base are beautifully balanced with a great iconic guitar reverb that transforms this song into a masterpiece.

  • @arthuralford
    @arthuralford Před 2 lety +15

    The guitar work on this song still gives me chills, and it's still one of my favorite songs. Johnny's vocals give it a different feel, and I felt like I was rediscovering it again

  • @sammydavis991
    @sammydavis991 Před 2 lety +17

    I’ve heard this song hundreds of times, and I still got goosebumps.

    • @PeteRose64
      @PeteRose64 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Right, the 1st time I heard the "Johnny Marr" I didn't see who was doing it and only listened to it and was like Damn these guys are an awesome cover. Then I saw that it was Johnny Marr and I was like Damn, how cool is that! Love the new sounds...Perfection

    • @richardadesmond
      @richardadesmond Před 11 měsíci

      @@PeteRose64 I remember hearing this for the first time in the mid-00's. I had MTV2 on and was about to leave the room and then this came on. I stopped at the door and thought "who the hell is this? that sounds like the coolest riff ever. I have to find these guys."