Alan Parsons - Best of Instrumentals

MaVolta · ‎02-13-2018

The subject of instrumentals came up in another thread, so I thought it might be fun to see what instrumental tunes everyone enjoys. Instrumentals cover a wide range of genres when you start to think about it; classical (of course), movie soundtracks, pop, jazz, big band oldies, blues, country, rock, and many instrumental versions of your favorite song titles, too.

So what instrumental music do you like? What are your favorite tunes or instrumental versions of your favorite songs? Multiple tunes and multiple genres are okay. And, if you have favorite on youtube, feel free to post the link so that we can listen, too!

“When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.” - Jimi Hendrix

jm2422 · ‎10-27-2022

Try some speedy guitar work, how about SATCH'S BOOGIE by Joe Satriani?

Love him him an his lightning fingers. Absolutely great player. Used to be

Steve Vai's guitar teacher too.

Robinhood · ‎10-27-2022

Mark Knoffler's "Screenplaying" cd. What a fabulous collection of the most beautiful instrumentals that are exuberant yet soothing. The instrumental is exquisite when it blends right into the theme from the "Princess Bride". If you have never heard this album/cd, give yourself a real treat and turn on play.

Robinhood

Robinhood · ‎10-27-2022

Looking back at some of the picks here, Knopfler's Screenplaying has already been suggested. Different genre, but Whammer Jammer by the J. Giels Band.

Robinhood

ripvanwinkle96 · ‎10-26-2022

"Memories of Maria" * Jerry Byrd {1962}

with Monument records orchestra directed by Bob Moore, with a tune co- written by Roy Orbison

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FgE-ggk8p3s&ab_channel=AnthonyReichardt

LeeS4949 · ‎10-24-2022

Lady Down on Love,the original Alabama piece. I dont know who did it but it was a wonderful arrangement. Not over done,acoustic guitar lead,gentle rhythms with a subtle background combination of violin and soft organ. loved it.

Vexed · ‎10-23-2022

Now for something completely different: ( Monty Python reference there )

"Bad Horsie" - Steve Vai h ttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHubmkOe-MQ

dl73698250 · ‎10-24-2022

That was pretty good. Monty Python? I think I should have heard of him before. What year was this?

To Admin: I wonder why this link didn't show up in my email. Others have been. Any idea? I got the email, but without the link.

Vexed · ‎10-24-2022

The song was from 95. Monty Python reference was from the Monty Python's Flying Circus show. Something John Cleese said on some of the sketches transitions. Didn't have anything to do with Steve Vai. Just a remark after some calm songs to a rocker.

dl73698250 · ‎10-24-2022

Ohhhh....

dl73698250 · ‎10-22-2022

Native American - Run Free

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFKqzpQxFmY

Vexed · ‎10-23-2022

I enjoyed that @dl73698250 , thanks. I also listened to some Johnny Whitehorse while there.

Raynyky · ‎09-28-2022

Watercolour Guitars-The Firemen aka Paul McCartney and Youth.

ripvanwinkle96 · ‎09-26-2022

"Beautiful Obsession" * §ir Chauncey

aka: "Mr. Raunchy", Ernie Freeman!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p70dAmKlMSI&t=61s&ab_channel=SirBasildeBrush

Vexed · ‎09-26-2022

"Guitar Flute and String" - Moby

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ef3Th1XKrks

Vexed · ‎08-15-2022

"Nothing Else Matters" - Apocalyptica - Instrumental cover of Metallica's song

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjvGjUovxPU

ripvanwinkle96 · ‎06-05-2022

"Velvet Waters" * The Megatrons

1959

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kvr7VKBCX80&ab_channel=DanCasey

Vexed · ‎06-05-2022

I have just discovered this group. APOCALYPTICA

It is just amazing what they can do with cellos and a drum kit. A lot of instrumentals. They started as a Metallica cover/tribute band then started writing their own stuff. For songs with vocals, they had various guest singers then I think they got a permanent one (at least for one album maybe longer). I have only gotten through a few so far. I plan on trying to listening to all available.

SACRA - Apocalyptica -(original piece) one of the most beautiful pieces of music I have ever heard.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbyD1W984e8

ION - Apocalyptica - (original) a bit more rock

https://youtu.be/F6AkuDV6Kwo

MaVolta · ‎06-06-2022

Apocalyptica showed up on the Apple Metal Instrumental playlist the other day. They got my attention, also. I’ve listened to parts of the album Cell-O and saved a few of those songs to a playlist.

“When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.” - Jimi Hendrix