Maybe the single greatest lyric ever written, "If they gave me a fortune, my pleasure would be small. I could lose it all tomorrow and never mind at all. But if I should lose your love dear, I don't know what I'd do; For I know I'll never find another you." Absolute magic!
I am a Yank who grew up with and was in awe of the American and British groups of the '60s and 70s. But I can state unequivocally that the Seekers, (from the great country of Australia) were/are as great as ANY group in the history of Music. You GO Aussies !!!...
Lovely comment. Being a little girl in 1960s Australia, Judith was my absolute idol. She has the richest yet most pure voice ever and her voice is as magnificent as it was then over 50 years later..
@@starwood213 I just LOVE the way Judith holds back a little at the start of the song - making herself sound like a sort of 'backing vocal' for the 3 guys. Gradually, her voice becomes more dominant, and by the time she's doing her solo vocal (with the 3 guys doing the backing) you think "oh hello!! what's this???" - Wonderful stuff.
@@madspaniel4271 Yes that's what I love every time I hear the song.. Genius vocal expression and all of a sudden her voice soars. Todays singers could learn an awful lot from this.
@@starwood213 heh - todays singers? Judith didn't have 'auto-tune' - She didn't have the 'post production' techniques they have today. I bet she sounded every bit as good live as she did recorded (if not better). I was born a bit too late to see & appreciate Judith 'live' - but I HAVE seen Freddie Mercury (Queen) live... There are some people that can sing, i mean REALLY sing, but they are few & far between :)
The Seekers, Peter Paul & Mary, and The Mamas and The Papas all came from the 1960s folk singer tradition, like the Kingston Trio and the Browns and the Limelighters.
Lots of younger people today don't realize how big folk music was back in the early 60s. It was clean-cut feel-good music that brings back memories of good times as an adolescent kid. Great tunes by people who could actually sing and harmonize, and in most cases wrote the music. Btw the Mamas and the Papas came out of the folk music scene and were more folk-rock.
I feel so blessed to have grown up with the music from the 60's & 70's. The Seekers were another great Australian folk pop band from the 60's. They had so many great hits including "A World Of Our Own", "Georgy Girl", "The Carnival Is Over", "Morningtown Ride".
Ok... please please please check out "Ancient Pines" by Loreena McKennit ... a different genre for you to explore. [Also "Mummers Dance"... either/or]. Great channel!
Hooray! You've encountered Judith Durham at last. Try 'The Carnival is Over' next. its another pop song that was originally a Russian folk song, as was 'Those were the days' ( Mary Hopkins) which you reacted to recently. Also, if you watch any of their complete concerts, where the chaps do some solo singing the,selves, and Judith sometimes plays the piano, you really come to appreciate what great vocalists and musicians they all were.
@@pumpwellington6631 awesome you know the blend of the seekers voice is unique but sorry to athol keith and bruce it is judith that takes it to other levels in most of their songs i wait patiently for judith's part every time ps judith on her own did some awesome songs as well skyline pigeon by elton john she does a remarkable job on that song i just love her voice
It was 1968 ,They had a 50 year tribute to that farewell concert in 2018 I saw it in Glasgow, they may have been 50 years older but they sounded amazing I cried like a little girl all the way through it 😂
@@steveduncan9256 Funny you should say that about 10 years ago saw Roy Wood in concert sang "Blackberry Way" It's like time warping you back then you realise you are only here a short time, then all the emotions come out.
Judith Durham was a tiny person. The way she just stands there kind of defiantly with her hands on her hips and somehow produces this powerful voice is just amazing and amusing. I loved them in the day and I love them now. Their final years as an national treasure in Australia produced some great footage. And, is there anything better sounding than a 12-string guitar?
Well said,she is just a very petite beautiful Lady with an amazing voice and I love the way you say she's standing there looking defiant,well put..Beautiful inside and out.
Judith Durham, she has such a beautiful booming strong voice. As a young boy Judith was my first crush lol. "We are Australian" is another great song. When they broke up Keith Potger who plays the 12 string guitar formed the New Seekers in England who had a big success in the 70s. The Seekers did reform and played up until a few years ago.
Nearly 73,000 which is well deserved and tremendous but I think breaking a 3 minute song into 3 parts is one pause too many as it does affect the flow especially as you review again afterwards Harui :)
At time of the comment, sad news in Australia that Judith Durham has moved on to sing with the angels in heaven. We'll never have another you , sweet siren.
@@loisrogers2511 Oh yes ! Way back in the 60s this old man (a mere lad then) was totally in love with DUSTY. I was also a huge fan of the Seekers and Judith's voice is so crystal and effortless ... where Dusty was super dramatic, Miss Durham just stood there and opened her mouth -- almost casually. Both truly great talents.
Hi Harri, I'm so happy you chose this song to react to. It is very special to me. When I was about 8 years old, my mom was babysitting a 3-month-old boy named Andrew Paul, and I loved to hold him in my arms. I always loved to sing, and I put this song on the record player and sang to him. The baby laughed and was absolutely delighted by this song. He never reacted that way to any other song. If he cried and I sang it, he immediately stopped crying and began to laugh again. Thank you for bringing up this beautiful memory! ✌🎵
You are exactly right. Back then people were much more selfless, sincere, dedicated to the ones they loved. Unfortunately in today's world it's more every man and woman for themselves.
Both Helen Reddy and Olivia Newton John are very good, as are many Australian female singers, but in my opinion, Judith Durham is still my favourite. She is also brilliant live.
Hi Harri, This is one of the myriad of songs that I grew up with. Just think, how different society was: teens, adolescents and young adults listened to music like this and bought the records. Could you imagine young people today hearing this song? They would probably laugh and think that it's horrible... and I think that is sad. - Brooklyn Mike
Judith Durham has an amazing voice. The Seekers are Aussies. They came out of the jazz and folk scene in Melbourne, singing in the little clubs and coffee shops of that time. They were contemporary with Peter Paul and Mary, who came from a similar scene in the US. Several years before the Mamas and Papas though.
Thank you ... You are virtually the only one who reacts to the actual real hits of those years... lots of others listen to just a few of the real hits and the rest are just songs that really weren't that much in the first place.
The Seekers, proudly formed in Melbourne, Australia. They wrote many songs themselves, but the chestnuts, including this one, were written by Tom Springfield, brother of Dusty.
Oh Harri! You are AMAZING! This was my FAVOURITE group when I was growing up here Down Under! Thank you, Thankyou! Please, please can you do Colours of my life by The Seekers! It my FAVOURITE! Harri this is a VERY deep rabbit hole if you choose to go down it! The carnival is over, Morning town ride, George girl to name a few! You would make an old lady VERY happy! Thanks again! Stay safe! Greetings from Australia.
They called songs like this "torch songs" back in the day: songs about undying devotion to a loved one. No, they don't make songs like it anymore as far as I know.
I disagree. Typically, torch songs are about unrequited love. Often a relationship has ended but the singer still carries a torch for the person who doesn't requite his or her love.
I can't wait until you discover the New Seekers song "Georgy Girl" ... as a Brit, this will be particularly great for you. I'm predicting "Diamonds" in your ears.
Brother, of all those on the web who play older songs your comment on THIS song was utterly outstanding...because it was True. The difference between where the HEART leads one (old school) and where the SELF-CENTERED MIND leads one now is obvious. But hold on. I've heard a LOT of amazing talent from young people on youtube lately. I have a LOT of hope they will get it together soon...
If you like this older music. Try these RAINDROPS KEEP FALLIN' ON MY HEAD - B.J. THOMAS (1970) Little Darlin' - The Diamonds 1957 Peter and Gordon - A World Without Love (HD) 1964 Zombies - Time Of The Season HD Gerry & The Pacemakers - Ferry Cross The Mersey (1965) THE MARCELS - "BLUE MOON" (1961) DION ~ RUNAROUND SUE Vanilla Fudge - You Keep Me Hangin' On (1967) Question Mark & The Mysterians - 96 Tears The Buckinghams - Kind Of A Drag Bobby Vinton - Mr Lonely Tommy Roe - Sweet Pea Love potion number 9, The Searchers The Shangri- Las - Remember ( Walking in the Sand) - Long stereo mix The Ventures - Wipeout live in Japan 1966 The Jokers -Sabre Dance (nostalgic guitar instrumental tv performance Belgium) Zager & Evans - In the Year 2525 Uriah Heep - Lady In Black 1971 (1977) (HQ) Billy Preston - Nothing From Nothing • TopPop Free - All Right Now (Doing Their Thing, 1970) Official Live Video Doobie Brothers - Listen To The Music • TopPop The Box Tops - The Letter (Upbeat 1967) Canned Heat - Let's Work Together (1970) James Gang - Walk Away (1971) Paul Revere & the Raiders - Indian Reservation Creedence Clearwater Revival - Lookin' Out My Back Door (Official Video) Jimi Hendrix Experience All Along The Watchtower The Who - Happy Jack (Official Music Video) Bachman Turner Overdrive - You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet 1974 Video Sound HQ Manfred Mann - Blinded by the Light Deep Purple - Highway Star (1972) J. Geils Band - Centerfold (Official Music Video) TOMMY JAMES (and the Shondells) "DRAGGIN THE LINE" / "CRYSTAL BLUE PERSUASION" 1970 You Baby The Turtles Stereo HiQ Hybrid JARichardsFilm 720p I'd Love to Change the World - Alvin Lee & Ten Years After Robin Trower "Too Rolling Stoned" U. Of LDN. UK. 1980 JOHNNY RIVERS - Secret Agent Man 1966 The Association - Along Comes Mary The Cyrkle - Red Rubber Ball (1966) Bits and Pieces Dave Clark Five COLOR Widescreen HiQ Hybrid JARichardsFilm 720p Blue Oyster Cult - Burnin' For You Rainbow - Man On The Silver Mountain HARRY NILSSON At My Front Door The Grass Roots - Midnight Confessions The Association - Windy - 1967
Harri again thanks! I've a romances with my past of great musics! Now! Look into, "Spanky and Our Gang"! Any song! Sunday Morning / Sunday Will Never be The Same / Like To get To Know You & others! Any one will be to your liking & ours!
That little girl could sing. Loved women who could belt it out and still be sweet, Linda Ronstadt, Dusty Springfield, Teresa Brewer, Patsy Cline, Mary Travers (PP&M). Yes, back then they knew how to write love songs, now it's "Yo' B****" Not quite the same romantic aura, LOL. 🥴
I met Judith Durham outside Hamleys toyshop in regents street in 1967 . Noone has ever sung as pure. Beyonce, do this with no artificial crap. You cant
I have a double vinyl album of theirs plus a few singles and grew up on them. Morningtown ride, Carnival is over, Lemon tree, Myra, With my swag on my shoulder.
Harri, if you want to hear another song that is written about undying love try "You're My Everything" a 1967 single recorded by The Temptations for Motown. It is the first of three singles to be co-written for the group by Motown songwriter Rodger Penzabene. Penzabene wrote the song about his girl friend, who later cheated on him, after that he penned "I Wish It Would Rain" and "I Could Never Love Another" reportedly drew from his real-life pain and suffering.
Hello Harri,I have to say you're one of the best music reactors going around,you just keep finding songs from the 60's and 70's that I grew up with and loved and now you surprised me with the Seekers a band from my country,Australia I hope you can do some more like "The Carnival is Over" and "Georgy Girl" they were very big in Aust,and England anyway keep up the good work,your the Harri best,cheers from Melb,Australia.🇦🇺
Harry, you are right !....love songs from the 60's reflected agape love...which, put the one you love..first and unconditionally ! I am 76 yrs. old and remember and loved the Seekers who , were very big in the US during my college days. Sadly we lost Judith Durham last august from chonic asthma complications [ bronchiestasis ] She was The Seekers lead singer and has such a beautiful full range voice.She was professionaly trained with a music degree.We miss her dearly..God Bless db
The whole record is great, but most especially, that intro is so well played and recorded it just jumps out and pulls you in by the ears! n.b. I have a few tapes of "oldies 103" - a wonderful Boston Mass. radio station in the 1990s and every time they play "Georgie Girl" the DJs say something about it being British - clearly nobody told them their mistake cos they keep saying it on all their shows!
Classic film of a classic recording, and you get to see the legendary Abbey Road Studios environment. Georgy Girl and Island of Dreams are also must listens.
Your comparison with the Mamas and Papas is correct. Although there was a vast difference in size between them, Judith's and Cass' strident voices always came over the top of everything else.
Judith had a great interest in Gospel which you picked up on and they did record some great gospel songs like Open Up Them Pearly Gates, When The Stars Begin To Fall, We Shall Not Be Moved, ( which as a Brit you may remember Big Daddy entering the wrestling ring to). They're harmonies are unsurpassed and Judith's voice is one in a million. They still hold the record for the biggest attendance at a concert in the Southern Hemisphere and I notice plenty of recommendations below, all of which I'd endorse.
These folks one of many folk groups that were popular then. Great stuff. You should check out The Kingston Trio, The Brothers Four, and the other folk groups back then - they were all great.
The Seekers were Australian. They were very popular in the 60s and it was a sad day when they split up. They had a string of hits. Perhaps their most iconic song is The Carnival is over. It's a bit of a tear jerker, but very beautiful. A more upbeat song of theirs is Georgie Girl, written for a film. Judith Durham the singer had a beautiful voice. She had a solo career post seekers, but wasn't so big as when they'd been a group. Love to hear more from them. Play some more Harri!
I agree with you about love songs. People these days just don't seem to have the commitment to their loved ones as in times past. People in general have become quite selfish overall. That's why marriages are failing and families are splitting.
The self-sacrificing aspect of love portrayed in 60s music, as you say, is so true. Might not have been genuine in real life every time, but definitely held up then as an ideal, something to aspire to.
Maybe the single greatest lyric ever written, "If they gave me a fortune, my pleasure would be small. I could lose it all tomorrow and never mind at all. But if I should lose your love dear, I don't know what I'd do; For I know I'll never find another you." Absolute magic!
Once again, Elton John said that the 3 best female singers were Eva Cassidy, Karen Carpenter and Judith Durham here of The Seekers - he nailed it!
I am a Yank who grew up with and was in awe of the American and British groups of the '60s and 70s. But I can state unequivocally that the Seekers, (from the great country of Australia) were/are as great as ANY group in the history of Music. You GO Aussies !!!...
Lovely comment. Being a little girl in 1960s Australia, Judith was my absolute idol. She has the richest yet most pure voice ever and her voice is as magnificent as it was then over 50 years later..
Aussie ! Aussie ! ! Aussie ! ! ! Oy ! Oy ! ! Oy ! ! !
@@starwood213 I just LOVE the way Judith holds back a little at the start of the song - making herself sound like a sort of 'backing vocal' for the 3 guys. Gradually, her voice becomes more dominant, and by the time she's doing her solo vocal (with the 3 guys doing the backing) you think "oh hello!! what's this???" - Wonderful stuff.
@@madspaniel4271 Yes that's what I love every time I hear the song.. Genius vocal expression and all of a sudden her voice soars. Todays singers could learn an awful lot from this.
@@starwood213 heh - todays singers? Judith didn't have 'auto-tune' - She didn't have the 'post production' techniques they have today. I bet she sounded every bit as good live as she did recorded (if not better). I was born a bit too late to see & appreciate Judith 'live' - but I HAVE seen Freddie Mercury (Queen) live... There are some people that can sing, i mean REALLY sing, but they are few & far between :)
The Seekers, Peter Paul & Mary, and The Mamas and The Papas all came from the 1960s folk singer tradition, like the Kingston Trio and the Browns and the Limelighters.
Brothers Four also
Love this group. ❤ They don't express love now, they express lust.
Wow Harri, you really pick a lot of my favourite songs. "A World Of Our Own" is another great song by them.
Nice reaction Harri. They have had a number of hits including The Carnival is Over, Love is kind love is wine.
Judith Durham has an amazing voice
Lots of younger people today don't realize how big folk music was back in the early 60s. It was clean-cut feel-good music that brings back memories of good times as an adolescent kid. Great tunes by people who could actually sing and harmonize, and in most cases wrote the music. Btw the Mamas and the Papas came out of the folk music scene and were more folk-rock.
I feel so blessed to have grown up with the music from the 60's & 70's. The Seekers were another great Australian folk pop band from the 60's. They had so many great hits including "A World Of Our Own", "Georgy Girl", "The Carnival Is Over", "Morningtown Ride".
Love "The Carnival is over" AND "Morningtown Ride"!!!!!
Ok... please please please check out "Ancient Pines" by Loreena McKennit ... a different genre for you to explore. [Also "Mummers Dance"... either/or]. Great channel!
Hooray! You've encountered Judith Durham at last. Try 'The Carnival is Over' next. its another pop song that was originally a Russian folk song, as was 'Those were the days' ( Mary Hopkins) which you reacted to recently. Also, if you watch any of their complete concerts, where the chaps do some solo singing the,selves, and Judith sometimes plays the piano, you really come to appreciate what great vocalists and musicians they all were.
in my opinion judith is in the top 5 greatest female singers of all time i personally think she is the best
I agree. My favorite female vocalist.
@@pumpwellington6631 danny boy all over the world and five hundred miles wow unreal
@@tomharrison6607 I burned a CD with over 100 songs by the Seekers for the car. Enjoying the heck out of it!!
@@pumpwellington6631 awesome you know the blend of the seekers voice is unique but sorry to athol keith and bruce it is judith that takes it to other levels in most of their songs i wait patiently for judith's part every time ps judith on her own did some awesome songs as well skyline pigeon by elton john she does a remarkable job on that song i just love her voice
They had a serious cult following and even still today!! They are from Australia 🌏🦘
They were great.Their best known song in the U.S. is "Georgy Girl".Their farewell special from the late 60s is on TH-cam and is worth seeing.
It was 1968 ,They had a 50 year tribute to that farewell concert in 2018 I saw it in Glasgow, they may have been 50 years older but they sounded amazing I cried like a little girl all the way through it 😂
@@steveduncan9256 Funny you should say that about 10 years ago saw Roy Wood in concert sang "Blackberry Way" It's like time warping you back then you realise you are only here a short time, then all the emotions come out.
Judith Durham was a tiny person. The way she just stands there kind of defiantly with her hands on her hips and somehow produces this powerful voice is just amazing and amusing. I loved them in the day and I love them now. Their final years as an national treasure in Australia produced some great footage. And, is there anything better sounding than a 12-string guitar?
Well said,she is just a very petite beautiful Lady with an amazing voice and I love the way you say she's standing there looking defiant,well put..Beautiful inside and out.
Judith Durham. One of the greatest female voices in the history of pop. Love the reactions
Judith Durham, she has such a beautiful booming strong voice. As a young boy Judith was my first crush lol. "We are Australian" is another great song. When they broke up Keith Potger who plays the 12 string guitar formed the New Seekers in England who had a big success in the 70s. The Seekers did reform and played up until a few years ago.
I loved Judiths voice but I wouldn’t admit it when I was young. That music wasn’t cool but when I got older I learned to appreciate who they were.
Nearly 73,000 which is well deserved and tremendous but I think breaking a 3 minute song into 3 parts is one pause too many as it does affect the flow especially as you review again afterwards Harui :)
I have been begging reactors to check out The Seekers for a while. She sounds just about as good now at 80yr.
Forgot just how awesome her voice was 🎶🎵
I so agree bro. About the old love songs, and this is a classic. Stay safe friend.
At time of the comment, sad news in Australia that Judith Durham has moved on to sing with the angels in heaven. We'll never have another you , sweet siren.
Song was written by Tom Springfield (brother to Dusty Springfield - also very talented) and Judith Durham's voice just tops it off.
Love Dusty Springfield!
@@loisrogers2511 Oh yes ! Way back in the 60s this old man (a mere lad then) was totally in love with DUSTY.
I was also a huge fan of the Seekers and Judith's voice is so crystal and effortless ... where Dusty was super dramatic, Miss Durham just stood there and opened her mouth -- almost casually.
Both truly great talents.
TY for that Info
Tom Springfield also co-wrote "Georgy Girl."
Hi Harri, I'm so happy you chose this song to react to. It is very special to me. When I was about 8 years old, my mom was babysitting a 3-month-old boy named Andrew Paul, and I loved to hold him in my arms. I always loved to sing, and I put this song on the record player and sang to him. The baby laughed and was absolutely delighted by this song. He never reacted that way to any other song. If he cried and I sang it, he immediately stopped crying and began to laugh again. Thank you for bringing up this beautiful memory! ✌🎵
You are exactly right. Back then people were much more selfless, sincere, dedicated to the ones they loved. Unfortunately in today's world it's more every man and woman for themselves.
Judith Durham is Australia's best ever female vocalist. "Georgie Girl" is a must listen to.
Hellen Reddy..?
Olivia Newton John?
Both Helen Reddy and Olivia Newton John are very good, as are many Australian female singers, but in my opinion, Judith Durham is still my favourite. She is also brilliant live.
We sing this in choir
@@eviekelpie1 Isn't it a love song..? Choir means praise to God
Hi Harri, This is one of the myriad of songs that I grew up with. Just think, how different society was: teens, adolescents and young adults listened to music like this and bought the records. Could you imagine young people today hearing this song? They would probably laugh and think that it's horrible... and I think that is sad. - Brooklyn Mike
Some might like it. We don't know everyone's taste.
RIP Judith.
She never lost her remarkable voice - th-cam.com/video/WVo2LwkscgU/w-d-xo.html
Judith Durham has an amazing voice.
The Seekers are Aussies. They came out of the jazz and folk scene in Melbourne, singing in the little clubs and coffee shops of that time. They were contemporary with Peter Paul and Mary, who came from a similar scene in the US. Several years before the Mamas and Papas though.
I just love that back in the day, they actually played instruments.
What a wonderful perspective on love songs. J no o one makes good music like the 50’s and 60’s
Great reaction Harri.. you know music mate.. keep the videos coming... listen to more Australian artists.... ;-)
Thank you ... You are virtually the only one who reacts to the actual real hits of those years... lots of others listen to just a few of the real hits and the rest are just songs that really weren't that much in the first place.
Excellent song by one of Australia’s most famous groups!
This song was written by Tom Springfield, Dusty Springfield's brother.
We called her the little girl with the big sound!
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would you consider listening to Pete segar singing Guantanamera
The Seekers, proudly formed in Melbourne, Australia. They wrote many songs themselves, but the chestnuts, including this one, were written by Tom Springfield, brother of Dusty.
I thought Duty's real name was Mary Brown. Did her brother change his name to match?
Correction - Mary O'Brien
@@ianweir9191 Yes.
Interesting to find out that they didn't form with any sort of humility.
love this group..watch their final concert on youtube,,keep em comin' Harri..love your channel,
I love all their songs. The voices and melodies are just beautiful. Brought me back to my pre teen years
Oh Harri! You are AMAZING! This was my FAVOURITE group when I was growing up here Down Under! Thank you, Thankyou! Please, please can you do Colours of my life by The Seekers! It my FAVOURITE! Harri this is a VERY deep rabbit hole if you choose to go down it! The carnival is over, Morning town ride, George girl to name a few! You would make an old lady VERY happy! Thanks again! Stay safe! Greetings from Australia.
Great choice Harri. I've always loved this song.
They called songs like this "torch songs" back in the day: songs about undying devotion to a loved one. No, they don't make songs like it anymore as far as I know.
I disagree. Typically, torch songs are about unrequited love. Often a relationship has ended but the singer still carries a torch for the person who doesn't requite his or her love.
If Angel’s sing, they sing like Judith Durham ❤️
I can't wait until you discover the New Seekers song "Georgy Girl" ... as a Brit, this will be particularly great for you. I'm predicting "Diamonds" in your ears.
Brother, of all those on the web who play older songs your comment on THIS song was utterly outstanding...because it was True. The difference between where the HEART leads one (old school) and where the SELF-CENTERED MIND leads one now is obvious. But hold on. I've heard a LOT of amazing talent from young people on youtube lately. I have a LOT of hope they will get it together soon...
Unfortunately, Judith Durham of the Seekers died on August 5th 2022. May she rest in peace!!
If you like this older music. Try these
RAINDROPS KEEP FALLIN' ON MY HEAD - B.J. THOMAS (1970)
Little Darlin' - The Diamonds 1957
Peter and Gordon - A World Without Love (HD) 1964
Zombies - Time Of The Season HD
Gerry & The Pacemakers - Ferry Cross The Mersey (1965)
THE MARCELS - "BLUE MOON" (1961)
DION ~ RUNAROUND SUE
Vanilla Fudge - You Keep Me Hangin' On (1967)
Question Mark & The Mysterians - 96 Tears
The Buckinghams - Kind Of A Drag
Bobby Vinton - Mr Lonely
Tommy Roe - Sweet Pea
Love potion number 9, The Searchers
The Shangri- Las - Remember ( Walking in the Sand) - Long stereo mix
The Ventures - Wipeout live in Japan 1966
The Jokers -Sabre Dance (nostalgic guitar instrumental tv performance Belgium)
Zager & Evans - In the Year 2525
Uriah Heep - Lady In Black 1971 (1977) (HQ)
Billy Preston - Nothing From Nothing • TopPop
Free - All Right Now (Doing Their Thing, 1970) Official Live Video
Doobie Brothers - Listen To The Music • TopPop
The Box Tops - The Letter (Upbeat 1967)
Canned Heat - Let's Work Together (1970)
James Gang - Walk Away (1971)
Paul Revere & the Raiders - Indian Reservation
Creedence Clearwater Revival - Lookin' Out My Back Door (Official Video)
Jimi Hendrix Experience All Along The Watchtower
The Who - Happy Jack (Official Music Video)
Bachman Turner Overdrive - You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet 1974 Video Sound HQ
Manfred Mann - Blinded by the Light
Deep Purple - Highway Star (1972)
J. Geils Band - Centerfold (Official Music Video)
TOMMY JAMES (and the Shondells) "DRAGGIN THE LINE" / "CRYSTAL BLUE PERSUASION" 1970
You Baby The Turtles Stereo HiQ Hybrid JARichardsFilm 720p
I'd Love to Change the World - Alvin Lee & Ten Years After
Robin Trower "Too Rolling Stoned" U. Of LDN. UK. 1980
JOHNNY RIVERS - Secret Agent Man 1966
The Association - Along Comes Mary
The Cyrkle - Red Rubber Ball (1966)
Bits and Pieces Dave Clark Five COLOR Widescreen HiQ Hybrid JARichardsFilm 720p
Blue Oyster Cult - Burnin' For You
Rainbow - Man On The Silver Mountain
HARRY NILSSON At My Front Door
The Grass Roots - Midnight Confessions
The Association - Windy - 1967
Harri again thanks! I've a romances with my past of great musics!
Now! Look into, "Spanky and Our Gang"! Any song! Sunday Morning / Sunday Will Never be The Same / Like To get To Know You & others! Any one will be to your liking & ours!
Glad you played this. I thought it was about sheep (I'll never find another ewe)! 😂😂😂😂
That little girl could sing. Loved women who could belt it out and still be sweet, Linda Ronstadt, Dusty Springfield, Teresa Brewer, Patsy Cline, Mary Travers (PP&M).
Yes, back then they knew how to write love songs, now it's "Yo' B****" Not quite the same romantic aura, LOL. 🥴
Nice review. Thank you
Judith has a voice not easily forgotten.
I met Judith Durham outside Hamleys toyshop in regents street in 1967 . Noone has ever sung as pure. Beyonce, do this with no artificial crap. You cant
This group was flawless. Their songs are timeless icons. This song is ageless.
This woman has one of the most beautiful voices ever! So glad you found her!
Harri, I think that you are right about love back then and now. This group is amazing. I had the "45" of this haha. They are Australian I believe.
Judith Durham died the other day. The voice of the 60s who wasn’t The Beatles.
Part of the big folk music of the 60s.
Australia’s first superstars❤️ Judith is a goddess
I have a double vinyl album of theirs plus a few singles and grew up on them. Morningtown ride, Carnival is over, Lemon tree, Myra, With my swag on my shoulder.
Harri, if you want to hear another song that is written about undying love try "You're My Everything" a 1967 single recorded by The Temptations for Motown. It is the first of three singles to be co-written for the group by Motown songwriter Rodger Penzabene. Penzabene wrote the song about his girl friend, who later cheated on him, after that he penned "I Wish It Would Rain" and "I Could Never Love Another" reportedly drew from his real-life pain and suffering.
They have beautiful voices. Such a sweet love song. Great pick and reaction Harri!
Hello Harri,I have to say you're one of the best music reactors going around,you just keep finding songs from the 60's and 70's that I grew up with and loved and now you surprised me with the Seekers a band from my country,Australia I hope you can do some more like "The Carnival is Over" and "Georgy Girl" they were very big in Aust,and England anyway keep up the good work,your the Harri best,cheers from Melb,Australia.🇦🇺
You are right about the nature of love songs in the past. Today's love songs seem to reflect the "me first" culture in which we, sadly, live.
Harry, you are right !....love songs from the 60's reflected agape love...which, put the one you love..first and unconditionally ! I am 76 yrs. old and remember and loved the Seekers who , were very big in the US during my college days. Sadly we lost Judith Durham last august from chonic asthma complications [ bronchiestasis ] She was The Seekers lead singer and has such a beautiful full range voice.She was professionaly trained with a music degree.We miss her dearly..God Bless db
The whole record is great, but most especially, that intro is so well played and recorded it just jumps out and pulls you in by the ears!
n.b. I have a few tapes of "oldies 103" - a wonderful Boston Mass. radio station in the 1990s and every time they play "Georgie Girl" the DJs say something about it being British - clearly nobody told them their mistake cos they keep saying it on all their shows!
Congratulations you really know your music, have a great diverse taste and cool, intelligent perspective on the music
Classic film of a classic recording, and you get to see the legendary Abbey Road Studios environment. Georgy Girl and Island of Dreams are also must listens.
“The Carnival is Over” is another great Seekers song.
@HBR: Great observations about love songs back in the day. Thanks!
Your comparison with the Mamas and Papas is correct. Although there was a vast difference in size between them, Judith's and Cass' strident voices always came over the top of everything else.
Judith had a great interest in Gospel which you picked up on and they did record some great gospel songs like Open Up Them Pearly Gates, When The Stars Begin To Fall, We Shall Not Be Moved, ( which as a Brit you may remember Big Daddy entering the wrestling ring to). They're harmonies are unsurpassed and Judith's voice is one in a million. They still hold the record for the biggest attendance at a concert in the Southern Hemisphere and I notice plenty of recommendations below, all of which I'd endorse.
These folks one of many folk groups that were popular then. Great stuff. You should check out The Kingston Trio, The Brothers Four, and the other folk groups back then - they were all great.
Judith is a great singer. I’ve always loved Georgy Girl. You should check that out. It is the theme song from a movie of the same name.
It would be interesting and enjoyable to me, too, if you would give to us your reaction to the Seekers' "Georgie Girl".
The Seekers were Australian. They were very popular in the 60s and it was a sad day when they split up. They had a string of hits. Perhaps their most iconic song is The Carnival is over. It's a bit of a tear jerker, but very beautiful. A more upbeat song of theirs is Georgie Girl, written for a film. Judith Durham the singer had a beautiful voice. She had a solo career post seekers, but wasn't so big as when they'd been a group. Love to hear more from them. Play some more Harri!
Thanks for your analysis! All kinds of music appeal to me because of exposure, being a musician and my family and friends!
Thanks for your very highly qualified as well as personable commentary. / All these years, this song means a lot to me.
Liked your comment on the rise of individualism's effect on love songs
Harry your analysis is 100% spot on. Georgie Girl was their massive hit. They were the Beatles of Australia.
Aww, this is a lost gem from my childhood! I love all the folk/pop singers of that time. Try Georgy Girl, too.
Judith Durham has such an amazing voice for someone so small, she is an Aussie treasure and we love her.....
I agree with you about love songs. People these days just don't seem to have the commitment to their loved ones as in times past. People in general have become quite selfish overall. That's why marriages are failing and families are splitting.
Great reaction man. Great observation about the theme of sacrificial love in older music.
They were performing until recently. Be sure to check out their recordings through the ages.
You have great taste in music. :)
Thanks for the reaction Harri. I have requested this a few times. 🙂 ✌️
I love this group and listened to them growing up. I agree with your thoughts, great review and reaction.
I was brought up on the seekers and black sabbath. I loved your take on this.
Hi just finished watching your video with the seekers I think their Australian and great too Judith is still singing I believe
Please do GEORGY GIRL by the Seekers live !!
The self-sacrificing aspect of love portrayed in 60s music, as you say, is so true. Might not have been genuine in real life every time, but definitely held up then as an ideal, something to aspire to.
The vibe very much was folk. Gentleness.
There is such a deep appreciation for the loved one in this song. It brings me to tears.
At a time in the 60s, the Seekers were outselling the Beatles! I love Judith !
Great band Judith has the voice of an angel. You have to check out. The Carnival is Over.
I hear gospel to, in I'll Never Find Another You" that is really nice
Great review
On point
Now a new sub from Australia
You are right; we put that other person before ourselves. Married 57 years till she died. 😢
thats exactly how it was bro...your loved ones always first
You’re absolutely right about love songs then and now