This line-up (including John Farnham) made them one of the greatest and most talented bands on the planet (in 1983). Still heard nothing better since...
Great to hear a live version of this classic. Yes, LRB was a very powerful vocal group in 1983. Saw them live that year, and they were incredible. Kudos to Wayne Nelson for keeping the band going all these years. They are still out there living the dream!
OMG! What a voice! I think I'm absolutely in love with Wayne Nelson watching and hearing him sing this song! ♡ And those grins on his face are saying, "yes I know I can sing the heck out of this song!" :-)
This live 1983 Little River Band concert, is proof that these guys were one of the best bands in the world at that time. !!!! John Farnham added a new dimension to L.R.B. as their front man when he came on board around 1983 (Much the same as when Michael McDonald joined the Doobie Brothers in 1976). Although 30 years old, this live concert is still one of the best ever. Stevie Howe's guitar work is also up there with the top 10 of all time.. Unfortunately, L.R.B. were not given the credit or exposure they deserved..
Do you know how long I have looked for this concert??????? This has just taken my back to my teenage years,, my favorite song in this concert was The Border!!
I remember watching this on HBO at a friends house whom just got cable television. I was a LRB when I first heard them in as a teenager. This live concert was awesome, I remember being amazed at how restrained the Australian audience was as opposed to American concerts. Thanks for posting.
I use to listen to this song on the radio and just casually liked it when I was in high school. But when I saw this clip i was blown away. Powerful song, great lead vocals, masterful lead guitars, the band played really great. Wish there'd be a reincarnation of LRB. Great post! Looooved this one.
I just saw LRB in Kansas City... Wayne Nelson was the lead singer and the only member to have been in the "original" LRB, if by that I mean, he started in 1980 & has only missed 3 years since then. I thought he did a really good job in KC, incidentally, his home town. Same haircut, just all silver. Plenty of energy. LRB was very entertaining. Nobody in the joint was under 45 except my kids. Well... LRB's lead guitarist Rich Herring could be younger than me.
Good gracious!! excuse me while I pick my jaw off the floor!!! I always loved these guys!! Great download!!! Thank you very much. Now to look and see if there any idiots out there.Nope this band is clean!! You can't not like this song!!
Stephen Housden is a GREAT guitar player and really gets into it. But he did not play the lead solos on the studio version of "The Night Owls". David Briggs did. It says on the back of my vinyl LP. David Briggs left the band in 1981 and Stephen Housden joined the band and took his place in 1981. Kind of confusing since the album with "The Night Owls" says it was recorded in 1981.
Sorry, I meant Stevie Housden, not Howe. (Sorry Stevie). As far as I am concerned, he rates as one of the greatest lead guitarists of all time (up there with Carlos, Lukather, Hendrix, Cath, etc). His guitar riffs on "Night Owls" proves this..
Why do you say that? He may not be an original member but he's been with the band since 1980. He's got a lot of blood, sweat and tears in the band. The originals left on their own. He was the last man standing. I'm glad he's keeping the music going! Just saw them in concert last night and they were awesome!!!
It's not Farnham who's the main singer here. It's the bass player. John Farnham is standing on his left. That bass player has an absolutely amazing singing voice - better than Farnham?
This one of my favorite songs in the world! It just IS!!!
+Marilyn Keller Ditto!!
This line-up (including John Farnham) made them one of the greatest and most talented bands on the planet (in 1983).
Still heard nothing better since...
Farnham does a pretty good version of Gethsemane as well.
There is nothing like it when you KNOW your harmonies are just kicking. Everything...Tight.
Wow, what a voice. Tell me, where are the big voices these days?
Still listening to this masterpiece by LRB October 30, 2022 (love the lead vocalist/bassist)!
Live version is excellent this guy is a great vocalist, and this band is tight. ...
Wayne Nelson!
Wayne is fantastic for this song,congratulation. Stephen ts great guitar man I loved. Forever Litlle River Band.
Great to hear a live version of this classic. Yes, LRB was a very powerful vocal group in 1983. Saw them live that year, and they were incredible. Kudos to Wayne Nelson for keeping the band going all these years. They are still out there living the dream!
OMG! What a voice! I think I'm absolutely in love with Wayne Nelson watching and hearing him sing this song! ♡ And those grins on his face are saying, "yes I know I can sing the heck out of this song!" :-)
This live 1983 Little River Band concert, is proof that these guys were one of the best bands in the world at that time. !!!!
John Farnham added a new dimension to L.R.B. as their front man when he came on board around 1983 (Much the same as when Michael McDonald joined the Doobie Brothers in 1976).
Although 30 years old, this live concert is still one of the best ever.
Stevie Howe's guitar work is also up there with the top 10 of all time..
Unfortunately, L.R.B. were not given the credit or exposure they deserved..
Love artists who can pull it off live. This is great!
Wayne Nelson...still have a crush...after all these years. Voice is...sigh...
great harmonys in this band
One of my all-time favorites!
Beautiful tenor voice, full of spirit and soul. I listen to this many times a day at work. Love many songs of LRB.
Wow, this performance was perfect.
Do you know how long I have looked for this concert??????? This has just taken my back to my teenage years,, my favorite song in this concert was The Border!!
I remember watching this on HBO at a friends house whom just got cable television. I was a LRB when I first heard them in as a teenager. This live concert was awesome, I remember being amazed at how restrained the Australian audience was as opposed to American concerts. Thanks for posting.
I use to listen to this song on the radio and just casually liked it when I was in high school. But when I saw this clip i was blown away. Powerful song, great lead vocals, masterful lead guitars, the band played really great. Wish there'd be a reincarnation of LRB. Great post! Looooved this one.
2:12.. I love the flanger sounds so cool.. NICE
Unbelievable, great and not a stinker in the bunch!
Remember this song from high school. Great song. Great memories!
Amazing vocal exhibition here, along with the music... 10/10
I really love this band , and especially when Wayne signs. There is something so sexy about his mouth.
Spot on mates .Truly timeless
Yes yes and yes :) I just love this
I just saw LRB in Kansas City... Wayne Nelson was the lead singer and the only member to have been in the "original" LRB, if by that I mean, he started in 1980 & has only missed 3 years since then. I thought he did a really good job in KC, incidentally, his home town. Same haircut, just all silver. Plenty of energy. LRB was very entertaining. Nobody in the joint was under 45 except my kids. Well... LRB's lead guitarist Rich Herring could be younger than me.
Oh to have John Farnham as your backing singer, lol
Good gracious!! excuse me while I pick my jaw off the floor!!! I always loved these guys!! Great download!!! Thank you very much. Now to look and see if there any idiots out there.Nope this band is clean!! You can't not like this song!!
Stevie Housden is on fire!!!! Woohoo
...wenn ich auf menem Sterbebett etwas vermissen werde, dann wird es sein, dass ich niemals in einer solchen geilen Band wie dieser gespielt habe.
Did Stephen Housden get the credit I believe he deserves for being a great guitarist? Anyone, know?
Brings back old memories linda beebe
Stephen Housden is a GREAT guitar player and really gets into it. But he did not play the lead solos on the studio version of "The Night Owls". David Briggs did. It says on the back of my vinyl LP. David Briggs left the band in 1981 and Stephen Housden joined the band and took his place in 1981. Kind of confusing since the album with "The Night Owls" says it was recorded in 1981.
dieses mega solo.hammer
Awesome
they are awesome
I am sporting a major jones right now! dammit I loved this concert!!
Top music!!!!!
Sorry, I meant Stevie Housden, not Howe. (Sorry Stevie).
As far as I am concerned, he rates as one of the greatest lead guitarists of all time (up there with Carlos, Lukather, Hendrix, Cath, etc).
His guitar riffs on "Night Owls" proves this..
jesus they sound good live and on CD!! *takes hat off*
Wayne should have sung more...
bolwell DEFINITELY!!!
Why do you say that? He may not be an original member but he's been with the band since 1980. He's got a lot of blood, sweat and tears in the band. The originals left on their own. He was the last man standing. I'm glad he's keeping the music going! Just saw them in concert last night and they were awesome!!!
Who is the lead singer on this great tune? I loved this song in the 80's. Drawing and listening to this late at night on radio station.
Wayne the Wizz Nelson
@mkzelle Not only that, he never seems to age either.
@porcaro4ever AMEN, ME TOO!!!
For some reason I remember "I don't Care" by Fall Out Boys in this video. There's a resemblance. LOL xD
@showmoke hmmm well I woudn't say better, but as good? sure why not. Nelsons range is amazing! though I think Farham has "extra gear" nobody has!.
...just my opinion - absolutely great singer!-better than farnham
Melbourne, Australia or Florida?
Australia of course.
hanep
It's not Farnham who's the main singer here. It's the bass player. John Farnham is standing on his left. That bass player has an absolutely amazing singing voice - better than Farnham?
No which is completely WRONG, the guy was/is amazing
One of my all-time favorites!