What's behind the mask?!
Last week I did an OSW which had a track from Greg Phillinganes. Greg was one of the most well-known keyboardists, having worked with Stevie on the Wonderland tour, and of course Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones and even (drum roll, please) Toto!
I loved this song when it came out and remember it vividly. This song, logically, is a little different from the other tracks on the OSW so I almost didn't use it. What was the impetus for me putting in this well known track by him? Well, the video, of course.
Check it out.
Here are some of the highiligts for me:
1. The musicians in this video are having a great time. From air synths to dance kicks.
2. The woman is playing the ultimate vamp which keeps me from turning away from this video.
3. The hand motions the audience makes. Try doing that hand motion next time you're at a concert or at the club and see what happens.
4. Costumes and makeup. Fits in perfectly with the video, Gives them that eerie rock look.
5. The last 30 seconds of the video. From Greg's moves to the cab ride. Priceless. I should make that signature move the next time in the club.
I don't know. Who do you love?
Comments
Wasn't this song first offered to Michael Jackson for either THRILLER or BAD albums? I know that Greg recorded at least one such song. The vibe has that era on it strongly.