Linda's version of this made it to number 16 on the US charts. Chuck's version only made it to 37. The original version by Chuck was the song that inspired the Beatles' Back in the USSR.
I love this old classic, written by Chuck Berry! Linda’s cover from her “Living in the U.S.A.” album brought it roaring back. This is a great performance. Linda was always at her happiest when singing with other people, especially her heroes like Chuck Berry. Thanks John Chu and Harri for your appreciation of the greatest music. 🌺✌️
This was for Chuck's 60th birthday.🎈🎈🎁🎁 I read that Keith was playing with Chuck at another concert and got the boot off the stage. This was a more sucessful JOINT effort. Thanks Harri. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
One of the great female vocalists in music history. Saw her live a few times in the middle and late 70’s. She could throw her voice to the back of any venue. A truly remarkable artist and woman. 👈
They really looks like they had a great time doing this. Linda sounds amazing. All icons for sure. Chuck Berry one of the originators in the rock n roll movement. Thanks for this Harri. Loved it.😊👏
The practice session from the movie Hail Hail Rock & Roll (1987) shows Chuck Berry schooling Keith Richards on the intro riff's famous "bend" to "Oh Carol". Chuck would not let Keith continue until he got it right. Chuck wrote it that way and if Keith was going to play, he was going to play it right.
Thank you so so very much for not interrupting so goddamn much during this Beautiful performance. Needless to say, that sucks big time! Thanks. Have a Blessed Day.
What a joyous rock and roll blast. Ronstadt had already taken those pipes elsewhere from rock, but oh man, she brings it home here. Slammin' the vocals with some fine Boyz in support. Great 👍👍 post kind sir.
1st time I've seen this - it's FANTASTIC! Used to work with a guy who played guitar in his church band. One evening, one of his band mates called him up, said, "Come over to my place quick, got somebody here you gotta meet.". My friend said, "We're having dinner. I'll be there shortly.". He took his time eating, & his friend called back & said, "Where ARE you? Get over here NOW!". My friend asked, "What's the rush?". His friend replied, "I've got Keith Richards sitting in my living room!". Needless to say, my friend nearly got a speeding ticket on his way to play gospel songs & jam with Mr. Keith Richards! Go figure! Thanks for this, sir - really enjoyed it!
I remember seeing Chuck Berry as my first concert ever... in 1970. I was 16, got my driver's license on my birthday, had my own car and an after school job. I got to see a few of the oldies, but Chuck was special. I remember a band played for about half an hour until the audience started chanting "we want Chuck!" When he came out the crowd screamed... until he played a note. The crowd went silent, took a step forward and pretty much dropped their jaws. I can still see that moment in my mind...
i love this show, the movie, 'Hail Hail Rock and Roll", produced, iirc, by Keith to celebrate Chuck's 60th with a show at home in Memphis. Watched it late one night at work in TV land when it came out. A treasure and an intriguing glimpse into the icon. Check out who else is on the bill. ok: Eric Clapton, Robert Cray, Julian Lennon, a weird and wistful moment. I'm probably missing someone.
You had to know how Chuck preformed. For a show the promoter had to get a local band that knew his song for the night. Chuck would show up go on stage with no rehearsal. Do the show. The office was to pay him in cash which he would put into his guitar case and leave. Keith put this together for him to play with a pro band. If I remember from the movie Chuck wasn't appreciative of the thought.
This was a great concert. In the middle of one of the other songs you can see Chuck leaning in and saying something to Keith with a big smile on his face. Keith shakes his head vigorously and says Nooooooo, to which Chuck laughs. It turned out that Chuck was mischievously suggesting that they change keys in the middle of the song. That just cracks me up.
50th Anniversary Concert titled Hail Hail Rock and Roll filmed in Chuck's hometown St Louis, Missouri at the Fox Theater.The concert is available on dvd. Also features Julian Lennon Eric Clapton and note Robert Cray on guitar.
Hail, Hail Rock ‘n’ Roll! Fox Theatre, New York City, October 18, 1986 -- "In 1986, Keith Richards invited a roster of great musicians to honor Chuck Berry for an evening of music to commemorate Berry on his 60th birthday, including performances by Eric Clapton, Robert Cray, Linda Ronstadt, Etta James and Julian Lennon." -- "Repaying some dues," was how Richards put it after the show. And then some! In their early years The Rolling Stones covered several of Berry's songs, including "Carol", "You Can't Catch Me", "Around and Around", and "Talkin' About You". "Back in the U.S.A." was a top forty hit for Chuck Berry in 1959 and Linda Ronstadt in 1978. The Beach Boys took the title idea and mashed it with Berry's "Sweet Little Sixteen" to release "Surfin' U.S.A." in 1963. The Beatles tweaked it with the lead off track from their eponymous album, "Back in the U.S.S.R." in 1968. And Steve Miller Band took the idea and ran away with it on "Living in the U.S.A." in 1969.
The bass player Joey Spampinato was also in a band called NRBQ. (New Rhythm and Blues Quartet) they had some minor hits. He also did work with Eric Clapton, Bonnie Raitt etc....
Hey Harri I was quite shocked to see a reaction for this, I live in St.Louis Missouri and I attended this concert back in 1986 I was 18 years old. It was for Chuck Berry's 60th birthday and Was filmed for a Rockumentary movie Also had Etta James, Eric Clapton, Robert Cray, Johnny Johnson and Julian Lennon. You should check out Chuck and Julian performing Johnny B Goode
I am the biggest Ronstadt fan ever, and I've seen this video many times, but I have to say that it was Etta James that tore down the house that night, and you should watch that
It is Sept 5 at 1am in the morning ...but it's really just an hour past midnight AND...I just ran across for the first time, this video too. I was looking up different artists that did Back In The USA and your channel came up. You and I have the same reaction to Chuck and everything. Linda, Keith, etc... Such a great American song that Chuck wrote eh? One more thing - whenever I've watched Chick Berry, he seems to never take his songs seriously. Maybe he didn't have the confidence or maybe he just didn't give a shit.....I dunno, but his songs are classic anyway.
You’ve seen it performed now live but Linda did have a hit with it and you can react to that if you wish and if you do watch the movie that this is from you’ll also see a lot of behind-the-scenes battling of egos between Chuck and Keith
@@bartstarr100 Yep. The Wikipedia page for the film lists the personnel. Steve Jordan on drums, Joey Spampinato on bass, Bobby Keys on sax, Johnnie Johnson on piano, Chuck Leavell on organ, with Ingrid Berry on vocals too.
never liked Berry..thought he was a greasy creeper and in time he showed who he truly was when he got busted for filming women in the bathroom of his restaurant..certainly a sick piece of it.
If you have any interest in music at all, Hail! Hail! Rock & Roll is a must watch DVD. This concert from 1986 celebrates Chuck's 60th birthday. Two other standout guests in this concert are Etta James and Julian Lennon.
This is from the movie Hail Hail Rock N Roll. Keith put this band together for Chuck's birthday. It's worth watching.
Linda had a hit with several of Chuck's songs & this was one of them. This performance is amazing!!
This song is the only Berry song Linda ever recorded.
Linda's version of this made it to number 16 on the US charts. Chuck's version only made it to 37. The original version by Chuck was the song that inspired the Beatles' Back in the USSR.
this video is so cool
I love this old classic, written by Chuck Berry! Linda’s cover from her “Living in the U.S.A.” album brought it roaring back. This is a great performance. Linda was always at her happiest when singing with other people, especially her heroes like Chuck Berry. Thanks John Chu and Harri for your appreciation of the greatest music. 🌺✌️
My pleasure Debbie!
This is Linda's absolute best performance of the song, on or off album. 🎉
This was for Chuck's 60th birthday.🎈🎈🎁🎁 I read that Keith was playing with Chuck at another concert and got the boot off the stage. This was a more sucessful JOINT effort. Thanks Harri. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
Wonderful way to pay birthday respect to a legend such as Chuck Berry. Safe to say he looked like he was having a blast! 🥂😁🕊️
One of the great female vocalists in music history. Saw her live a few times in the middle and late 70’s. She could throw her voice to the back of any venue. A truly remarkable artist and woman. 👈
This is one of my favorites from Linda! Thanks for reacting
They really looks like they had a great time doing this. Linda sounds amazing. All icons for sure. Chuck Berry one of the originators in the rock n roll movement. Thanks for this Harri. Loved it.😊👏
They all really rocked this one. Thanks much for the reaction.
The practice session from the movie Hail Hail Rock & Roll (1987) shows Chuck Berry schooling Keith Richards on the intro riff's famous "bend" to "Oh Carol". Chuck would not let Keith continue until he got it right. Chuck wrote it that way and if Keith was going to play, he was going to play it right.
Thank you so so very much for not interrupting so goddamn much during this Beautiful performance. Needless to say, that sucks big time! Thanks. Have a Blessed Day.
Love this song.....❤❤❤
this song is a classic. played by Linda Ronstadt, then. I adore.
Harri, this is fricken awesome and YES, Linda is one of my favorite female singers ever
It’s pretty much what rock ‘n’ roll is supposed to be, no? Fantastic. And I have to admit I’ve never seen this. I’m so happy right now.
You should watch the entire show. I think it's called "Hail Hail Rock and Roll" Documentary tons of great people paying tribute to Chuck.
What a joyous rock and roll blast. Ronstadt had already taken those pipes elsewhere from rock, but oh man, she brings it home here. Slammin' the vocals with some fine Boyz in support. Great 👍👍 post kind sir.
Thanks, Harri. Hope everyone enjoyed it!
This was fantastic. I love Linda 🥰🎶🎵😎✌️😘
She s firecracker. Love her.
This is one of my favorite songs
1st time I've seen this - it's FANTASTIC! Used to work with a guy who played guitar in his church band. One evening, one of his band mates called him up, said, "Come over to my place quick, got somebody here you gotta meet.". My friend said, "We're having dinner. I'll be there shortly.". He took his time eating, & his friend called back & said, "Where ARE you? Get over here NOW!". My friend asked, "What's the rush?". His friend replied, "I've got Keith Richards sitting in my living room!". Needless to say, my friend nearly got a speeding ticket on his way to play gospel songs & jam with Mr. Keith Richards! Go figure! Thanks for this, sir - really enjoyed it!
An oldie but a goody...Ty Harri
If I had the sound turned OFF, I could feel how spectacular it was by the way you Smiled...!!!
I remember seeing Chuck Berry as my first concert ever... in 1970. I was 16, got my driver's license on my birthday, had my own car and an after school job. I got to see a few of the oldies, but Chuck was special.
I remember a band played for about half an hour until the audience started chanting "we want Chuck!" When he came out the crowd screamed... until he played a note. The crowd went silent, took a step forward and pretty much dropped their jaws. I can still see that moment in my mind...
Great first time!
This was a great selection. Thank you! I saw Chuck Berry with the Rolling Stones in the early 70's. What a show that was!
wow! just wow! Chuck Berry and Linda Ronstadt together
See the movie 'Hail Hail!' Chuck schools Keith about how to play a Chuck Berry riff, among other things.
This is just the musicians having fun.
This is why I love rock 'n roll! Great reaction, Harri.
Magnificent performance!!
i love this show, the movie, 'Hail Hail Rock and Roll", produced, iirc, by Keith to celebrate Chuck's 60th with a show at home in Memphis. Watched it late one night at work in TV land when it came out. A treasure and an intriguing glimpse into the icon.
Check out who else is on the bill.
ok: Eric Clapton, Robert Cray, Julian Lennon, a weird and wistful moment. I'm probably missing someone.
St. Louis not Memphis. ☮️
so cool!
This is great! Thank you!!
This was a lot of fun!!
You had to know how Chuck preformed. For a show the promoter had to get a local band that knew his song for the night. Chuck would show up go on stage with no rehearsal. Do the show. The office was to pay him in cash which he would put into his guitar case and leave. Keith put this together for him to play with a pro band. If I remember from the movie Chuck wasn't appreciative of the thought.
This was a great concert. In the middle of one of the other songs you can see Chuck leaning in and saying something to Keith with a big smile on his face. Keith shakes his head vigorously and says Nooooooo, to which Chuck laughs. It turned out that Chuck was mischievously suggesting that they change keys in the middle of the song. That just cracks me up.
Great Richards-produced birthday party for Berry.
They're IN "St. Lou...."" That's Chuck Berry's home town.
Great fun!! Glad you posted this so more folks see it
50th Anniversary Concert titled Hail Hail Rock and Roll filmed in Chuck's hometown St Louis, Missouri at the Fox Theater.The concert is available on dvd. Also features Julian Lennon Eric Clapton and note Robert Cray on guitar.
Hail, Hail Rock ‘n’ Roll! Fox Theatre, New York City, October 18, 1986 -- "In 1986, Keith Richards invited a roster of great musicians to honor Chuck Berry for an evening of music to commemorate Berry on his 60th birthday, including performances by Eric Clapton, Robert Cray, Linda Ronstadt, Etta James and Julian Lennon." -- "Repaying some dues," was how Richards put it after the show. And then some! In their early years The Rolling Stones covered several of Berry's songs, including "Carol", "You Can't Catch Me", "Around and Around", and "Talkin' About You". "Back in the U.S.A." was a top forty hit for Chuck Berry in 1959 and Linda Ronstadt in 1978. The Beach Boys took the title idea and mashed it with Berry's "Sweet Little Sixteen" to release "Surfin' U.S.A." in 1963. The Beatles tweaked it with the lead off track from their eponymous album, "Back in the U.S.S.R." in 1968. And Steve Miller Band took the idea and ran away with it on "Living in the U.S.A." in 1969.
Actually it was the Fox Theater in St.Louis Missouri, I know this because I was in attendance that night. FYI PEACE ✌
@@hippiejoe969 That makes sense given that Berry was from St. Louis. The LA Times article I looked at said New York.
@@hippiejoe969 Outstanding. You were there!
I love this. The Beatles Back in the USSR was in response to this song, as I recall.
The bass player Joey Spampinato was also in a band called NRBQ. (New Rhythm and Blues Quartet) they had some minor hits. He also did work with Eric Clapton, Bonnie Raitt etc....
Such a shame that Parkinson's disease has stolen that beautiful lady's powerful voice. I wish her peace.
Hey Harri I was quite shocked to see a reaction for this, I live in St.Louis Missouri and I attended this concert back in 1986 I was 18 years old. It was for Chuck Berry's 60th birthday and Was filmed for a Rockumentary movie
Also had Etta James, Eric Clapton, Robert Cray, Johnny Johnson and Julian Lennon. You should check out Chuck and Julian performing Johnny B Goode
I am the biggest Ronstadt fan ever, and I've seen this video many times, but I have to say that it was Etta James that tore down the house that night, and you should watch that
It is Sept 5 at 1am in the morning ...but it's really just an hour past midnight AND...I just ran across for the first time, this video too. I was looking up different artists that did Back In The USA and your channel came up. You and I have the same reaction to Chuck and everything. Linda, Keith, etc... Such a great American song that Chuck wrote eh?
One more thing - whenever I've watched Chick Berry, he seems to never take his songs seriously. Maybe he didn't have the confidence or maybe he just didn't give a shit.....I dunno, but his songs are classic anyway.
Love Linda, this live performance rocks, thanks Harri. Who is the guitarist with Kieth?
Keith Richards looks just like
Ted Danson in "Cheers".
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥Never saw this version THANK you to whoever suggested this
You’ve seen it performed now live but Linda did have a hit with it and you can react to that if you wish and if you do watch the movie that this is from you’ll also see a lot of behind-the-scenes battling of egos between Chuck and Keith
Don't forget Cray. Background, behind Berry.
Harri, did you know that Keith Richards was Chuck Berry's Musical Director for a year?
It was Sean Lennon (John's son), Eric Clapton, Etta James (THE BEST BAR NONE), Bruce Springsteen.
Doesn't get any better than that does it?
I would love for you to react to Together By Tierra.
The "other" guitarist was George Harrison from the Beatles
Hi HarriBest, I have a request: McLaughlin, De Lucia & Coryell - Entres Dos Aguas (Live 1979) Thanks in advance. Take care
Give a listen to Rick Derringer from the live album by Edgar Winter's White Trash album. Tremendous.
Who are the two guys playing the guitar
Alice Cooper " School's out for summer" live version.
Always fun, but I think the version Linda Ronstadt did on her album has more energy.
still looking for name of the drummer
@@bartstarr100 Yep. The Wikipedia page for the film lists the personnel. Steve Jordan on drums, Joey Spampinato on bass, Bobby Keys on sax, Johnnie Johnson on piano, Chuck Leavell on organ, with Ingrid Berry on vocals too.
@@mikecaetano thanks
@@bartstarr100 thanks
@@mikecaetano one of the guitarist is Keith Richards
never liked Berry..thought he was a greasy creeper and in time he showed who he truly was when he got busted for filming women in the bathroom of his restaurant..certainly a sick piece of it.
If you have any interest in music at all, Hail! Hail! Rock & Roll is a must watch DVD. This concert from 1986 celebrates Chuck's 60th birthday.
Two other standout guests in this concert are Etta James and Julian Lennon.