As teens Edgar and Johnny (who is three years older than Edgar) began performing together at local watering holes such as Tom's Fish Camp. The two played in R&B and blues groups; Johnny and the Jammers, The Crystaliers, and The Black Plague. By the time he was of college age Edgar had become competent on keyboards, bass, guitar and drums.
After recording with his brother, Clive Davis gave Edgar the green light to go solo, creating whatever he wanted. An unaclaimed, eclectic black vinyl called Entrance was released and so was the talent and magnetism of Edgar Winter.
Johnny's nimble fingers and fine-tuned hearing made up for poor eyesight, making him rich and respected....and making him famous first. Edgar would settle forever settle as Johnny's little brother...but his talent...and ability to recognize and attract talent, would keep Edgar continually evolving.
Edgar was signed to his own Epic Records contract in 1970 and recorded several albums, including Entrance and Edgar Winter's White Trash. In 1972 he formed The Edgar Winter Group which included Dan Hartman, Ronnie Montrose and Chuck Ruff. It was with this band that he had his biggest successes: first with the 1973 album They Only Come Out at Night which featured the #1 hit instrumental "Frankenstein" which reached number one in the U.S. in May 1973 and the top 15 single "Free Ride;" which reached number 14 that same year, then the album Shock Treatment which featured the song "Easy Street".
Originally called the drum song in development, there was so much tape on the cutting room floor the song earned its name and Edgar's fame.
Edgar's wealth of talent, ironically included not playing instruments....but using his voice as one as well. Who won the Tabacco Road duel -- the guitar or Edgar? And yet, for the Albino outward appearance, Edgar Winter's inward ability left a mark on generations: "Why am Dying to Live If I'm Only Living to Die?"
The preponderance of vocals and songwriting by Hartman on Shock Treatment led to the release of Jasmine Nightdreams with all vocals by Winter. It was nominally a solo album, but it used the same personnel as the Edgar Winter Group. A full band album followed, the Edgar Winter Group with Rick Derringer, featuring songs and vocals by Derringer.
Success was waning, however, and Edgar teamed with brother Johnny for a live album of blues and early rock classics, including Harlem Shuffle (later a revival hit for the Rolling Stones). This album too performed below expectations, so the White Trash was reformed. They recorded Recycled, and toured as an opening act to support the album. The tour was cut short by a tragic plane crash, which killed some members of the tour's headliner, Lynyrd Skynyrd. This was followed by two solo albums, an attempt at literate disco on the Edgar Winter Album and a return to 1970s rock on Standing on Rock. Since then there have been more obscure solo albums and session work, namely with David Lee Roth on Crazy from the Heat in 1985, which included a cover version of the song "Easy Street".
With over 20 albums and many television and radio appearances both to promote his music—and to give his opinion on everything politically incorrect— Edgar Winter's music is solidly in the popular vein. Winter's 1970s albums are bluesier than his later albums, but there are blues tunes like "Big City Woman" on his 1990 album Not a Kid Anymore. In 2005, "Frankenstein" was featured in the PlayStation 2 music video game Guitar Hero.
In 2006, Winter joined Hamish Stuart, Rod Argent, Richard Marx, Billy Squier, and Sheila E touring with Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band
Autumn
Edgar Winter Lyrics
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Autumn, my love's gone with another.....
I can't demand anything of myself now.....
So I guess I'll stay here in New England, for Autumn.
Buildings look tall and gray.....
Birds flying, haven't much to say.....
So I guess they'll stay here in New England, for Autumn,Autumn.....
Have you ever loved something, that you thought you knew?
Have you ever lost someone, who was close to you?
Well I lost my lover..... and my summer too.....
To Autumn, the wind blows colder than summer.....
Autumn, my love's gone with another.....
I can't demand anything of myself now.....
So I guess I'll stay here in New England, For Autumn,Autumn.....
AUTUMN..........
The lyrics of the song describe the feelings of loss and sadness in the fall season. The first line, "Autumn, the wind blows colder than summer", sets the tone of the song - from the warmth and brightness of summer, it's now the chilly and solemn fall season. The following line, "Autumn, my love's gone with another", adds to the melancholy of the song, hinting at a recent break-up or a lost relationship. The singer then adds, "I can't demand anything of myself now, So I guess I'll stay here in New England, for Autumn", expressing a sense of resignation and retreat from the world.
The second half of the song evokes the images of a quiet New England town, with the tall gray buildings and the silent birds flying by. The singer observes the natural patterns around him and also acknowledges the approach of autumn, "They all know that it's coming again, So I guess they'll stay here in New England, for Autumn, Autumn..." The final lines of the song reflect on the universal experiences of love and loss, "Have you ever loved something, that you thought you knew? Have you ever lost someone, who was close to you? Well I lost my lover and my summer too, to Autumn".
Line by Line Meaning
Autumn, the wind blows colder than summer.....
As the weather changes and autumn sets in, the atmosphere becomes cooler than it was during summer.
Autumn, my love's gone with another.....
During autumn, the singer's lover has left him/her for someone else, causing a heartbreak.
I can't demand anything of myself now.....
Feeling helpless and unable to control the situation, the singer doesn't expect much from himself/herself.
So I guess I'll stay here in New England, for Autumn.
The artist intends to stay in New England, where the autumn seems to be hitting the hardest.
Buildings look tall and gray.....
As the leaves fall from the trees and the weather turns overcast, the buildings appear taller and more monotonous.
Birds flying, haven't much to say.....
The birds are not chirping as much, possibly due to the changing weather or the departure of their companions.
They all know that it's coming again.....
The personification of the birds suggests that they too are aware of the inevitable return of autumn.
So I guess they'll stay here in New England, for Autumn,Autumn.....
Just like the artist, the present environment seems to have an impact on the birds as they too decide to stay in New England for autumn.
Have you ever loved something, that you thought you knew?
The rhetorical question reflects on the uncertainty of love and how sometimes it can surprise us despite believing we know everything about it.
Have you ever lost someone, who was close to you?
The artist poses another question, asking if the listener has ever experienced the pain of losing someone they were close to, thereby relating to their own loss in the song.
Well I lost my lover..... and my summer too.....
The singer lost their love in autumn, which also marked the end of their summer, two things that usually bring warmth and happiness.
To Autumn, the wind blows colder than summer.....
The difference in temperature during autumn is emphasized once again, this time highlighting the colder nature of autumn winds in comparison to the warmer summer breeze.
AUTUMN..........
The repetition of the word 'autumn' in all capital letters brings attention to the central theme of the song, emphasizing the impact of the season.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAN HARTMAN
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@psywizard880
Oh my God takes me back to 72. I remember purchasing this album, my best friend was with me. We both fell in love with this song. Now I’m 60, still listening to good classic rock ‘n’ roll. I dedicate this to my best friend is fighting for her life right now. May God‘s will be done. I will miss you Debi, and I will never forget all the fun we had as grown adults and children. I love you girl! 1972-2021. We were 12 years old when we met. I’ll never forget you.
@usandthemakakelly2535
Beautiful...
@jacobfinder5866
🙏
@deliverer1705
My favorite time of the year. When I first heard this song when it came out I fell in love with it. Every Autumn I'll go back to 1972
@donaldfonger2472
Well my dad died of colon cancer when I was 3 years old, he was only 27 years old.....And this was the song my Mom would always cry to when she played it cause it made her think of my Dad.....My mom died 9 years ago of alcoholism, but for being a alcoholic she was still a good Mom. Love You Mom & Dad
@irisheyzgrl24murphy92
I'm sorry you've had so much sadness. My mom lost her way for years too. Her and dad are both gone now but time moves on and just remember the good times and they did try. Peace to you ♥️
@Mechanic1307
So sorry for your loss, Donald.
@johnconnelly9349
@Mechanic1307 god bless .
@bongofury5924
My folks drank more than they should of also. They were great people without the booze though.
And to think, alcohol is the accepted vice of western culture.
“Reefer Madness” must be stopped at all costs..........right?
@calikc0087
Sorry for your loss