Harvey Brownstone Interviews Gary Lewis, Rock and Roll Legend - “Gary Lewis and the Playboys”
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 ก.ย. 2024
- Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth interview with Gary Lewis, Rock and Roll Legend, Founder and Lead Singer of “Gary Lewis and the Playboys”
About Harvey's guest:
Today’s special guest is the lead singer of one of the most popular and successful rock and roll bands in pop music history, “Gary Lewis and the Playboys”.
He’s the son of Jerry Lewis and singer Patti Palmer. His mother, who was performing at the time with the Ted Fio Rito Orchestra, intended to name him after her favorite actor, Cary Grant, but her son became "Gary" as the result of a clerical error.
He received a set of drums as a gift for his 15th birthday in 1960 and when he was 18, formed the band "Gary and the Playboys" with four friends. Joking at the lateness of bandmates to practice, Lewis referred to them as "playboys", and the name stuck.
Their many hit songs, including “This Diamond Ring”, “Count me In”, “Save Your Heart for Me”, “Everybody Loves a Clown”, “She’s Just my Style”, “Sure Gonna Miss Her” and “Green Grass”, are part of the soundtrack of our lives. With 8 Gold Singles, 17 Top 40 Hits, 4 Gold Albums, and 45 Million records sold worldwide, our guest is the first and only artist during the 1960s to have his first 7 releases reach Billboard magazine's Top 10 on the Hot 100 chart.
In 1965, he was named Cash Box magazine's "Male Vocalist of the Year", winning out over Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra. He and his band made numerous appearances on popular TV shows including American Bandstand, Hullabaloo, Shindig, and The Tonight Show. AND he’s one of only a handful of artists who appeared FIVE TIMES WITHIN 2 YEARS on the Ed Sullivan Show.
With the re-emerging interest in oldies music, “Gary Lewis & The Playboys” continue to tour and entertain their millions of fans around the world.
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I really enjoyed interviewing the wonderful Gary Lewis, as he’s lived an amazing life and gave us so many great songs. If you read (or listen) between the lines, I think you’ll detect that he was actually saying a lot about his Dad, the legendary Jerry Lewis. I was hoping to convince Gary to consider writing a memoir, but it’s clear that, in order to give a true and complete account of his life, the pain would be too much. Obviously some of his memories are just too traumatic. Of all the interviews Gary has given, I think this is one of his most candid and intimate. I’m very grateful for that. I hope Gary’s fans will enjoy this very special interview.
Such a special and great interview. Thank you, Harvey.
I did
Thank you so much for watching
Thank you so much for watching, and for your very kind comment ❤️
@harveybrownstone7840, One of the most famous and popular bands in US history, the Wrecking Crew and Gary Lewis' voice was dubbed with another persons voice because Gary's was not good enough. That is a fact. I'm a guitarist and singer and I've been in bands all my life.
Gary looks like an older version of his mother. Glad he’s happy, well adjusted and doing his thing. I respect the fact he does not wanna do a tell-all type of memoir knocking his dad. That alone shows what a class act he is.
He’s had quite a challenging life, and I think he’s in a good place now. God bless him. He’s a lovely guy.
That’s a wonderful compliment, looking like your hag mother
Jerry Lewis was not a well-adjusted man because when he would come home his wife would tell the children to be careful your dad is on his way home. So, they would disappear from not being around to bother his father. His father, Jerry Lewis, would act one way with the audience and at home he become angry and not very kind around the children.
@homegown1234 that is so very sad.
@@homegown1234 very true. Disappointed in him as a man cuz for someone that brought joy onscreen was such a jerk in real life. How he treated his wife and kids in private was really no one’s business, but still. I’m proud of Gary for finding his own way and not letting his past with his dad stop his own personal and professional progress in his life.
The music of Gary Lewis is simply timeless...Unforgettable and very pleasing to the ears..
Very much so
Great songs. Stood the test of time. Good luck Gary!
@BeachGirlLaw thanks for your support of our show
Thank you, Gary Lewis, for your service and your continued support of our vets. Your recordings have brought me pleasure since "This Diamond Ring."
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Respectfully, this is a very odd comment, all kinds of people read the comments and possibly even the artists you interview. Comments help the algorithm for your channel so you should encourage them!
Message received loud and clear. Thank you.
I just loved this group ❤❤❤❤❤
@pamelawoodley3483 me too!
As a fellow Vet that served time in Korea I know how Gary feels. He's a true patriot of America. And I'm glad he's still with us. Thanks for the awesome songs. Didn't realize Leon co-wrote some of the songs. Lots of fun facts in this interview.
Thank you so much for your service. And thank you for watching our show
Great interview with Gary Lewis. He was very graceful about his dad; it was a complicated relationship. You're a wonderful interviewer, Harvey!
Thank you so much!! Your feedback means the world to me!!❤️
I was a youngster in the 60s and remember Gary Lewis and the Playboys very well. I did not realize they had so many hit records. I'm glad to see that Gary is "alive and kicking". Fantastic interview.
Thank you so much!
My favorite band when I was young. "This Diamond Ring" was the first album I bought with my own money. Epic for me!!!
Thank you so much for watching our show
I met Gary on a rock and roll cruise. Such a down to earth sweet guy and always loved him and his music. ❤
Yes he’s a real sweetheart. Thanks for watching.
So many groups say, "Our sound", but this guy and his band honestly did. The rule of thumb always is, you hear them and instantly you know who it is.
And I’m constantly told that the moment you hear my introduction, you instantly know you’re in for a great interview!!😜
Yes, very distinctive. Great sound.
I was so pleased to meet Gary. I was helping my friend Billy Hinsche with a Rock n Roll autograph show and we ran into Gary. What an unaffected, nice, polite, down to earth guy.
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@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Even though the discussion is all about Gary, some credit goes to you, Mr. Brownstone! I know so much more about him after this interview.
@mapleva That is such a very kind thing to say. Thank you so much for your support of our show
I used to play baseball with him and his friends around 1962..at El Marino pk,I was around 12..they were really
Nice to us kids..later on I became a professional pianist for 60 years
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Did you play on records?
@@michaelwray6764 not his records,but I made many recordings of Harlem stride piano and classical music...but that was years later...
Love Gary Lewis such a positive truthful person 👍 Thank you Gary 🙏🏻
@rosstabbert that could very well be.
Gary Lewis you'll always have a special place in our hearts. If I were your dad, I'd tell you how proud I was of you every day.
Awww that’s a very sweet thing to say. He’ll love that!!
I'm only 60 years old and My brother.played his music and I love it
I love it too
What a class act! Gary is amazing, love all his work and I love the fact that he doesn’t want to be another “Mommy Dearest” author. What a beautiful soul! 💖
Yes he really is a lovely, kind and very sweet man. I am very fond of him. He gave me a great interview.
I salute Gary because in-spite of his father being famous and not supporting him and being jealous of his own son. His father was horrible to his whole family but Gary managed to make a name for himself. I admire Gary for becoming successful inspite of a horrible home life with his father.
I agree with you 100%
Wonderful interview. Gary comes off as a very genuine, nice person. He could easily trash people, especially his father, but he doesn't do it. These days that attitude is very refreshing.
Yes absolutely. That being said, this is one of those interviews that reveals more in what was not said, than in what was not. My show seems to be known for that!!
Gary Lewis and the Playboys were so under appreciated during their time. Listening to them now I have a whole new appreciation for their music.
That’s so nice to hear! Thank you so much for watching!
They were all over the radio and everywhere else back then. They were not under appreciated.
@@jimmycain8669 Yes, they were - I listened to them. But they never got the credit that the British bands did. When you go to the rock and roll hall of fame you don't expect to see them.
@jimmycain8669 yes you have a good point.
@rebekkad.2092 well they weren’t part of the British invasion so of course they didn’t get that kind of adulation
Thanks for sharing some of your amazing journey Gary. I’m a couple of months from turning 72, & smiling as I can recall singing along to your songs as a 13 y/o with friends, & how just 2 months ago I’m hanging with my buddy in Buffalo singing “Count Me In”. The songs are treasures, & they still warm my heart & make me smile. All the best to you & the guys amigo 👍🏻🤗
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@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Thank you. And thanks for sharing & posting this interview.
@jbyesterday3959 it’s what we do!!!
Great interview. After seeing his father over 30 times in 50+ years, I'm finally going to see Gary in Peekskill, NY in November 2023.
I hope you enjoy every moment
I knew they had hits, but I didn't realize Gary Lewis and the Playboys had that many hits - wow. I always liked him in interviews. Seems like a good man. Thank you for your service, Lewis - Welcome home
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This is a phenomenal interview. Thank you so much for this post. I had the pleasure of seeing and talking with Gary and the Playboys after their concert in Cobleskill, New York (upstate). Gary is one of the most personable, down to earth gentlemen I have ever met. He is amazing and so respectful of his fans. Everyone danced and sang and had such a wonderful time at the concert. After the concert he stayed and mingled for a long time. He never rushed anyone through the meet and greet. I think he would have stayed for hours just talking with the fans. He posed for photos, autographed CDs, and was soooooo very nice. I would love to see him in concert again in concert. He is only a few years older. My hometown is only about 30 minutes from the ⚾️ Hall of Fame. Thank you again for posting the interview. Would love to send Gary a note. 👍👍
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*I AM TOTALLY IMPRESSED WITH THIS HOST. FIRST TIME LISTENING. HE LETS GARY SPEAK NO INTERRUPTIONS. AND WHEN ASKING GARY ABOUT THE MEMOIRS HE SEES GARY BECAME OUT OF HIS COMFOR ZONE. THEN HARVEY SAYS, WELL IF YOURE NOT INSPIRED THEN YOU SHOULDNT. TAKING GARYS SIDE. WHAT A GREAT MOVE. KUDOS TO THE HOST!*
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I always enjoyed listening to this group. They are fantastic!
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Gary and his music was the sound of a generation. The mid 1960s were such a great period for America, and for so many Americans. I’m glad I watched this interview because Gary is exactly the way I always imagined he would be. The persona you saw of him with Gary Lewis and the Playboys is pretty much exactly what he is to this day. He’s simply a great American and a very nice guy. I’d love to see him again in concert… if he’s still performing. He always had a smooth and easy style about him, and sang like it was effortless.
What a lovely comment. Thank you so much!
since i was 7:and now 69 im still into GARY 's songs and music,and will be till the end,thank you for the songs and memories gary,you were so humble in your interview,thank you HARVEY!i did subscribe man!
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Well done, Harvey. You asked great questions and then stood back and let Gary tell his story.
That’s the job of a great interviewer, which I aspire to be!
I was a very lucky 12 year old that got an amazing chance to go back stage to meet Gary at a concert in San Diego, in 1965. I was wide eyed & speechless, he was nice, friendly and funny. I could tell he wanted to make it special for me. He took the time to talk and pose with me for photos. Such a great memory to have all these years. So glad I stumbled on this great interview. He sounds like he continues to be the same nice, humble, caring guy.
Thank you so much for sharing that very special experience in your life.
Wow l would of loved to see that ....
I remember them on radio in sixties, I’m 64. Loved them.
I’m 67. Loved them too. And I loved having him on our show.
Gary is a class act and I loved his music !
Gary Lewis was overdubbed by singer Ron Hicklin, and the instrumentals were done by "The Wrecking Crew"… Gary Lewis could not sing !!! This was a "fake group"...
So then why did you bother watching this interview???
SO good to see Gary after all these years! Thanks for this!
It was truly my pleasure
Gary Lewis is the best performer for me He is a greatest performer even until now I love His songs and I love His style in singing God bless you all
and God bless you as well.
God bless you too🙏❤️
THANK YOU Gary Lewis for you service and the music which made my childhood alot BETTER . I LOVE AND APPRECIATE YOU !!! KEEP ROCKIN !!!
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Great interview! Great hearing him talk about his life and career. He has such a great and healthy perspective when he could be bitter about many things. Clearly his father was not a good father, and you can see he's uncomfortable speaking about him. But he seems to have perspective about it and the strength to not moan and cry over. Love his songs and nice to see him happy.
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@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 l wanted to also mention how humble Gary seemed. He gave all credit to Snuff and Leon. And Gary is not alone as far as 60's stars suddenly finding themselves shut out of the studio. It's a tough business and one can quickly find themselves forgotten. But we never forget them and still love hearing their songs 55+ years later!
You are clearly a true fan and I can assure you that Gary appreciates it.
Gary is still such talent. Enjoyable & timeless music. Thank you, Gary!!!
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I enjoyed so much seeing this interview with Gary Lewis. Thank you for posting this with all the memories attached.. I for one loved all their songs and also enjoyed seeing them on the Ed Sullivan show, and other shows as well. I also remember hearing somewhere that Buddy Rich taught Gary Lewis how to play the drums because he knew his mother during her singing years.. i’m also glad that Leon Russell contributed to a lot of their hits . 🙏❤💍🎼🎸🎤
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My husband is a Navy Vet and it opened up a lot of doors for him . Country guy met NYC girl me. 57 years together. He oved his time as a soldier. 63- 66.
Thank you so much for honoring our show with your beautiful comment.
Thankyou Harvey for posting this and Thankyou Mr. Lewis for this great interview and great music.
You are most welcome. Thank you so much for watching our show
Major Props for Serving Our Country. I feel all Should SERVE honorably!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Absolutely
Great that you played Gary’s hits….as a teen I really enjoyed his music.
We like to insert music clips when interviewing music stars
Great interview. Gary's music was very much part of my growing up. I have a 45 from Kellogg's Corn Flakes called "Do the Flake" that I sent away for. It also has "This Diamond Ring" and another song - 3 songs on a 45. Don't think I've ever seen that, ever. I cherish having that record. It has a great paper sleeve, too.
That’s so cool
Thank you Gary Lewis for your contribution to music. You music brought much happiness to me and many others! In the 1960's when one of your songs came on the radio it was just a joy to listen to. I still love listening to your songs. Love your music!
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I had this album when I was a freshman in high school. Must of been a greatest hits. All the words came flooding back. Thank you so much ❤❤❤
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Loved this terrific interview!!! I’ve loved Gary Lewis and The Playboys since the 60’s, and I just saw the group live for the very first time this past July. Makes me happy to know that Gary is still enjoying singing the songs we’ve loved so much for so long. Many thanks for sharing! 😘
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I always loved his music back in the 60's. It was upbeat and happy.
I still love those songs
Love his music and how he lives his life wonderful!!
Thanks, Gary, for your service! I was really little when you were famous. Your Mom raised a good man.
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Some of my most favorite songs!!!💗
Mine too!
I have always been very fond of Gary Lewis and the Playboys, and his music. In the late 1970's I would service the pool at his dad's house in Bel-Air. The guard at the gate would have to open the gate for me, and the pool had the lift-o-matic pool covers. I never once saw Jerry, or his family. Gary is such a class act, and a wonderful human being, and loves America, and faithfully served as a vet. Excellent candid interview! I still greatly enjoy listening to his happy upbeat music, and greatly admire his talent in his own right.
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Bought all his music and still sing his songs today !
Thanks for an excellent interview. I have been Gary's fan for decades. All of his songs are great. I'm glad that he is still touring after all of these years.
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Loved Gary Lewis and the Playboys
I am glad I got to know Gary Lewis thru this interview. Saying "HI" to an American vet. Loved your songs when I was in grade school. Moved from Nevada, and they played your songs. Moved to Salem as an adult and your songs are on the radio. Moved to Phoenix Arizona, and Portland Oregon, and the radio still rocks with your songs. I dug your sound, not just for sale, but substance.
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Loved Gary Lewis & The Playboys-They had some awesome songs!
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Thanks Gary for all of the great music.
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What lovely music , & what a great voice such great memories Gary Lewis gave us 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻I think Gary has his fathers voice he sounds a lot like Jerry Lewis ‘s voice when he sang 👏🏻
Never thought of that till you mentioned it.
Love Gary Lewis and the playboys great to hear he is enjoying life thanks Gary for all the great music you never know how much you touch people
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Hi Harvey, thank so much for your interview with Gary Lewis, what a wonderful person he is. I love your TH-cam channel ❤️ all your interview
With all the great people are so so wonderful. I just love it!!! ❤️
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I loved Gary Lewis & The Playboys' hits in my teens. I also love the covers. When a hit was found they would record other major act hits like The Kinks and The Beatles in order to get an album out fast. Stereo on the additional tracks was Gary's vocal on one side and everything else on the other. I found by turning the balance I could sing lead making them the first karaoke tracks. Of course, I had no idea I was being backed by Leon Russell, The Wrecking Crew and The Playboys.
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@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 You got it.
Thank you so much!❤️
Man, the Listen! album is 1967 state of the art, contemporary pop at its finest. Baroque arrangements, Beach Boys/The Zombies style! Now Sounds/Cherry Red Records released a glorious CD release some years ago.
Yes I love that album too. I hope you enjoyed the interview
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Great interview. You never dissapoint!
WOW. So many hits. Loved your music. Gary thank you so much.
Thank you for watching
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 thanks for posting this.
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@Harvey Brownstone Interviews I subscribed to your channel
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So humble, simple & happy go lucky. He's impressive, rather uncommon nowadays & maybe very much so considering his background. Good vid & t/y !!
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Always liked Gary's music, it was very well done, and the songs were good. Saw him once at a fair, good show.
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Great songs baby. Gary and the playboys are still brightening our world.
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@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 good interview… covered the early to later years including relationships with significant others. You gave Gary a chance to say what he wanted to say about stuff in genera. And specifically his papa mama, musician s managers etc.
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When I was 5 and my sister was 7 in 68, we listened to my moms album of yours … we LOVED these songs as much as my mom did . We still do . Excellent music .
I was born in February of 1964. When I was 8 years old. I got a record player and 5 albums. A Jerry Lewis record, a Beatles record, one of yours, and a couple of other ones. That can't remember now. To me, you are a legend and always will be. And one of my favorite all time bands ever!!! You and your father Gave me some of the best greatest joys in my life. Ever! I still love your music it is timeless. Your father's movies and your music still bring me much joy to this day... I would have still loved your music in the 80s and have all these decades. Wish that you would have put more music out, don't doubt yourself. You are An awesomely extremely talented person. It runs in your family!! I wish that you were still touring and playing. I would pay an enormous amount of money for a front row ticket to one of your shows.
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I love his joy of music and making music!
Yes he really is such a special man.
Gary & The Playboys...Knocked The 60's Pop Music Outta The Park And Right Into Our Young Innocent Hearts. Garys Vast List Of Happy Hit Songs...Drove Us Wild.
I got my picture taken with him when he was in Ontario, Canada...back in 1991. I can only hope that, Gary makes a trip up to Canada once again. I thought that, he was pretty good as an voice impressionist as well.
Thank You
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And Thanks To "Harvey"...For Thanking Me...For His Gift Of Kind Consideration & Healthy, Happy Memories Of Gary Lewis & The Playboy's...And Their Catalogue Of Genuine Hit Songs.
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Boy what a great person when he said he never gets tired of singing the song's from the 1960s because it always brings back happy memories of the 1960s I thought and I am sure he knows he does exactly the same thing with his many fans from that era Great interview bringing out what a humble and classy person Gary is
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Gary and his band are so talented!
They certainly knew how to put out great songs!!
His band was called the Wrecking Crew.
@fredcloud9668 yes every true music fan knows the Wrecking Crew we’re responsible for hundreds of hit songs credited to commercial bands.
Yes, the Wrecking Crew...Tommy Tudesco on guitar (check out Sure Gonna Miss Her)..Hal Blaine on drums..
Same band The Beach Boys used.
@FB1BB1BB1 interesting
Another great one, Harvey. I guess I’m telling my age by the interviews you’ve done that are my favorites. I’m a former multiple Rock band member, nobody famous, but for the years I was full time on the road, it was a wonderful world of experience. You did a great job with Gary. Saw him on the HUCKABEE show a year or two ago and again realized how much his music meant to me. You helped renew that. Thanks.
Thank you James for watching our show. This particular interview is very special to me because my heart went out to Gary in a big way. I could really feel his pain.
So talented
Saw Gary Lewis and The Playboys in ATLANTIC CITY. I was a young teen and thought I died and went to Heaven. First star I ever saw and I’ve never forgotten that excitement!!!
Believe me I get it!
I had no idea Gary was involved with Leon Russell, who I loved when he was with Joe Cocker. Leon just looked and sounded like a rock star.
Yes this interview is jam packed with great info!
Thank you for explaining about my comments regarding your questions about Gary's father. I appreciate that you take care with people interviewed. I deleted my previous comment. Please accept my apology..
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I enjoyed his music back then. He had some really good music. When you play them like they're playing here, you realize how many great songs they had. I think folks were thinking that since he was Jerry Lewis's son he cut corners to get in the business. An easy assumption to make but he was really putting out good tunes.
Yes that’s why we went to the trouble of including snippets of his biggest hits - so people could see for themselves that Gary was not just a one hit wonder. Thanks for watching our show
I love it , Great job interviewing Gary , your awesome and so is your music Gary ...Thanks a ton
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Gary was my first teen idol crush.. after 50 yrs I finally got to see him and the Playboys perform! At the Capitol theater in Wheeling Wva.. he has appeared there twice in the last few yrs.. What a showman!
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I JOINED HIS FAN CLUB , HE TAUGHT ME TO THIS DIAMOND RING.
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Gary is a great guy, and brought lots of great music to many people
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@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 I thought the interview was great, wished you would have asked him about a cameo he did in his fathers movie the Family Jewels, it was hilarious
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Why did I not know the group had an accordion player? I guess I haven’t watched the videos in ages. This music brings back great memories of my elementary school days in the mid-1960s.
I’m looking forward to this interview. Thanks for posting this!
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Count Me In is my favorite, it captured his "persona" perfectly!
Yes! So true!!
Focus on positive stuff, that is smart and mature!
Very
Saw Gary Lewis and the Playboys at Epcot March 16th 2014 and he wished his dad Jerry Lewis a happy 88th birthday, it was a wonderful Flower Power Concert 😊
I wish I had been there with you
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 that would have been so much fun 👍 check it out on you tube 2014 Epcot
*What I like about Gary Lewis (besides his talent) is that he is a realist. He accepted his*
*dad warts and all...he accepted his military time..He is a stand up guy. I really respect*
*him. Thank you Gary for your service and for providing us with your talent!*
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*Thank you I will Harvey!*
@TrudyPatootie Thank you so much!🙏❤️
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*Thank you Harvey...it was a great* *interview!*
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Harvey,
I just ran into this reviewing what an insight. This really takes me back to that period. I had just started high school and remember all of his music. Gary was a big part of the musical fabric back then. It was a formative time and it produced such lasting music. I think that you have captured the essence of Gary's career and personal life. Thank you for this interview. Gary truly seems like a great guy and very grounded. This is a very good slice of life...thank you, once again...
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I'm a 60s kid. GL's music was so impactful on pop culture. I was happy to hear when you said you never tire of performing your hits.😊
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I love all his music!
Me too!
My son is an amazing, although amatuer, musician. He plays several instruments and his voice is out of this world! His talent truly blows me away and he's just so nonchalant about it, lol. I half jokingly tell him all the time, "Son, if I had your talent, I'd be showing it off every single day!" I am so extremely proud and honestly amazed of my son and his musical accomplishments, and I can say I know your mother was probably the same way about you!
Well as you saw from the interview, for Gary it was much more complicated than that. The whole family had to deal with Jerry Lewis’s ego
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Absolutely, and that hurts me for him. And I had to agree with you about how Jerry must have 'in his own way' been proud of Gary for his accomplishments by having him on his telethons and variety show, etc. But knowing how Jerry Lewis was, it could have just been more self serving than a true proud dad moment, and that's sad.
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 As you know, it was much easier for Hollywood figures to hide their dark sides.
What what a great guy love his 60s songs
Me too
Gary Lewis and Gary Puckett were the best...
Love those songs.
Me too
Great interview. First time on your channel. I have seen Gary many times over the years. Always a very friendly, humble class act. It must be sooooo difficult to always live in your dad's shadow & having people ask about him when the interview is supposed to be about you. I wish he would write a book but Gary needs to be comfortable with that & it appears it will never happen, but that's ok. Many of us can read between the lines and know that the relationship Jerry had with his children was strained & conflicting. I really am happy to see Gary still enjoys touring & bringing happiness to audiences. All the best to you Gary! ❤
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Honest guy, Gary. I totally understand his reluctance to write his book. It would be a smear on his dad sounds like, so he's very thoughtful on that point. Everything doesn't need to be shared. But, makes you wonder just how tough it was living with Jerry Lewis as your dad. Jerry was the most magical and charismatic person, but he had his bad side as most bi-polar people do. You love them and hate them at the same time. When Jerry was on the upswing, no one was more charismatic - he could reach through the screen and you could feel his magnetism. Powerful for sure.
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I always love them soooooooo very much 🥰
Me too.
Thank you Gary and Harvey
You are very welcome. Thank YOU for watching!!!
Thank you for sharing your time and thoughts, best of health.✌️🌻
Saw him live maybe mid-late 70s and was impressed that he’d played himself into a good singer!
I wish I had seen him back then
Gary Lewis shows a lot of class by not dragging his dad’s name through the mud!
Many know that his dad was not a perfect human let alone a perfect father.
Way to go Gary! I will say tgat I was surprised and intrigued learning that Gary worked with “Snuff Garrett” and “Leon Russell”. Two huge music success stories!
You are 100% correct. Gary has real class.