Two of my favorite performers. I love Randy but Linda takes my breath away still to this day at 73 years old. There’s a lot of crap on TH-cam but the ability to go back and watch her sing Long , Long Time. Priceless.
Yesterday I was at work listening to KPIG (the GREATEST radio station in the world), just like I do every Saturday. KPIG is from the Santa Cruz area and streams on the Internet. All of a sudden I hear this song and it sounds like The Eagles but was not familiar with the song. When I looked on the computer where it shows what is playing, I saw it was this song, Rider In The Rain, by Randy Newman. I am a big Randy Newman fan so this morning I did some digging and this song is on a 1977 Randy Newman album called Little Criminals. A few more clicks showed me the liner notes from the album, remember liner notes. Guess what! It was The Eagles backing him. Not bad backup singers!! When we mix Randy Newman with The Eagles the result is spectacular. Of course, we can't go wrong with Randy Newman, Linda Ronstadt, and Ry Cooder. I am 76 and still get excited when I learn things about some of the greatest music ever made.
Hey Benecio, isn't it glorious to find ther fabulous! It just takes you back to ther times in it lives when all the simple things were all we needed. Im still into the simple way of life and also into the music of that time. Have another listen while I have you here , lol. Peace.
Same here. We may be old in the here and now, but I believe there is an existence that transcends time and place. Linda will be singing again and there will be enough "gigs" to fill eternity.
Been listening to the PIG for 25 years now (streaming) the GREATEST without question. Used to drive up to SC from LA just to listen on the radio. Praise the Lard
A great example of LR's respect for other singers when singing harmonies. Really belts out her solo, but dials it right back when she needs to. Absolute class.
Indeed. Spoke with a guy who played with her in the studio and on the road in the 80s. After he gushed about her being adorable he said " her musical chops were deep and generous" Very rare songbird
@@robertoc2437Thank you for sharing that insight about Ms. Ronstadt. Confirmed by so many other singers and musicians. Aside from the pain and discomfort she experiences from her condition-supranuclear palsy-I feel so sad that she cannot sing with her family and friends. Think she only sang to audiences in packed arenas because she had to, but a venue like this and singing with Randy and Ryan was Heaven to her.
Not to belabor the point, but you know Randy realized how lucky he was to be singing with Linda when he made the offhand self-deprecating comment during the song, “”This is like Joan Sutherland with Kermit the Frog.” Sort of like the expression, “from the sublime to the ridiculous.” Great video!
Oh my freekin' God - Linda Ronstadt is a super-being here - as gorgeous as any young woman ever was, and an unmatched set of pipes. Any man alive would give anything to see that twinkle in her eyes as she joshes with Randy Newman. Wow...
Wow…I admit that Randy Newman is a terrific songwriter, but his getting to sit on the piano bench next to and sing with Linda Ronstadt? Some guys have all the luck! 😃. Seriously, they are both terrific, as is Ry Cooder, who joins them on this song. They each deserve all good things. Thanks for posting this great video. Cheers!
@@keving9233 - That style of garb was popularized by Madonna (her Like A Virgin era). Looking at it now it is very dated, it was fashionable at that time. Personally, I favor the style of dress from the Nelson Riddle videos and concerts. Very classy.
This is amazing when you look at it objectively. Linda Ronstadt who is unequalled in country, folk rock and pop, Randy Newman one of the sharpest, cleverest song-writers ever and Ry Cooder - beyond talented bluesman. They are together; basically jamming and having fun. What a gem
una mckillen / Agreed. And re: Linda Ronstadt: Don't forget the American Standards Song Book. Have you heard her wonderful 3 album series with Nelson Riddle Orchestra?
One of my favorite Linda videos is when she dissolves in laughter due to the "attack of the killer bubbles" during a Nelson Riddle concert. Literally, had to start over.
I am looking at this again in the time of Covid 19 and I just love the music but it is funny. No-one does funny like Randy Newman and Ry Cooder and the gorgeous Linda play along. It almost makes me cry, seeing and listening to it now but it ought to be more out there.People need it.
I love this...such a basic song structure but Randy captures such magic in that simplicity as he has demonstrated in all his sound tracks and nominations...
Linda's such a perfectionist it was her love to sing .she didnt want to get high she was the real deal.if she believed in a song it meant she wanted to sing it her way. A PURE UNIQUE..JUST LISTEN
she did a lot of drugs...especially cocaine. Not to say that she didn't love singing, but lets not fool ourselves into thinking that she didn't do as many drugs as the rest of them
It's so inspirational to see artists collaborating willingly for the sake of their craft. I cannot overestimate my respect for Linda Ronstadt for contributing so much to the music of her time.
I find it more than sad but maybe it is me who is sad. All three of these guys are of my vintage but they are talented, witty and, I think, stand the test of time. Still, I cannot sell one of them to younger colleagues. I just love this post.
+una mckillen dont worry too much my son just loves this stuff and even has an old school record player that he just loves. The support i ve seen from guys my age helping him find the perfect pink floyd or Neil young record is just great
Damn, I love Randy and have always have since I discovered him in the70's. Finally got to see him solo at MPAC in NJ a few years ago. An outstanding artist that follows his own path.
My son and I drove across New York State to see him. He does not tour often and this was more or less a fund raiser for the theater being restored. He was wonderful.
I’m so glad to see someone else feels this way about Rider in the Rain. One of my favorite concerts of all time was Randy Newman and Ry Cooder in St Louis in the mid 70s.
Ahh Linda Ronstadt, a rare and remarkable songbird. You either get her or you don't. But if you do the rewards are are deep and broad - musically and beyond. Sigh...
Gosh, Dan and Nicholas, makes me so happy to see that you just revisited this video. It really has been "The Year of Linda Ronstadt!" The documentary released in September was thrilling to watch and to hear her in a theater was bliss; the Kennedy Center Honors event a week ago was incredibly emotional. The performance by this trio is just irresistible. I hope they were having half as much fun as it looked like they were!
All right all you aspiring vocalists. What is happening here is that each of these people is doing two parts listening to one part singing. What happens is that you end up with the whole being greater than the sum of its parts.
I so like your comment. It says something about the selflessness that should be t the heart of serious, successful song-writing and singing. We so lack it now but these guys so had it.
"There are two kinds of men in this world. Those with a. crush on Linda Ronstadt and those who never heard of. her." - Willie Nelson.
That is so true.
😅
“There are two kinds of people in the world. Those who divide humanity into two kinds and those who don’t.” - Robert Benchley.😂
I guess I just like to watch talented musicians who don’t take themselves too seriously.
Her smile could melt a glacier.
Tell Linda we love her, tell Linda we still need her.
Two of my favorite performers. I love Randy but Linda takes my breath away still to this day at 73 years old. There’s a lot of crap on TH-cam but the ability to go back and watch her sing Long , Long Time. Priceless.
I agree with you on Linda and especially that song. Still gives me goosebumps.
Linda always enjoyed singing with her friends.
Real musicians, real talent....no gimmicks...Slainte IRELAND..Eire.
Yesterday I was at work listening to KPIG (the GREATEST radio station in the world), just like I do every Saturday. KPIG is from the Santa Cruz area and streams on the Internet. All of a sudden I hear this song and it sounds like The Eagles but was not familiar with the song. When I looked on the computer where it shows what is playing, I saw it was this song, Rider In The Rain, by Randy Newman. I am a big Randy Newman fan so this morning I did some digging and this song is on a 1977 Randy Newman album called Little Criminals. A few more clicks showed me the liner notes from the album, remember liner notes. Guess what! It was The Eagles backing him. Not bad backup singers!! When we mix Randy Newman with The Eagles the result is spectacular. Of course, we can't go wrong with Randy Newman, Linda Ronstadt, and Ry Cooder. I am 76 and still get excited when I learn things about some of the greatest music ever made.
Hey Benecio, isn't it glorious to find ther fabulous! It just takes you back to ther times in it lives when all the simple things were all we needed. Im still into the simple way of life and also into the music of that time. Have another listen while I have you here , lol. Peace.
The Eagles were originally the back-up band of Linda Ronstadt
Same here. We may be old in the here and now, but I believe there is an existence that transcends time and place. Linda will be singing again and there will be enough "gigs" to fill eternity.
Been listening to the PIG for 25 years now (streaming) the GREATEST without question. Used to drive up to SC from LA just to listen on the radio. Praise the Lard
Linda was always about the music, never showboating. Her catalog is a master class in musical phrasing.
Two cool cats and a doe eyed beauty with great pipes. Terrific stuff. Linda...sigh
A great example of LR's respect for other singers when singing harmonies. Really belts out her solo, but dials it right back when she needs to. Absolute class.
Playing with others 101. Sad how many forget this in sessions!
Indeed. Spoke with a guy who played with her in the studio and on the road in the 80s. After he gushed about her being adorable he said " her musical chops were deep and generous" Very rare songbird
Absolute truth.
@@robertoc2437Thank you for sharing that insight about Ms. Ronstadt. Confirmed by so many other singers and musicians. Aside from the pain and discomfort she experiences from her condition-supranuclear palsy-I feel so sad that she cannot sing with her family and friends. Think she only sang to audiences in packed arenas because she had to, but a venue like this and singing with Randy and Ryan was Heaven to her.
Umm....no. That's just the basics on how we sing songs with others.
You know they rehearse as well right?
What a treat, no big stage production, just pure talent. Wonderful harmonies.
So much talent on that stage ….
Not to belabor the point, but you know Randy realized how lucky he was to be singing with Linda when he made the offhand self-deprecating comment during the song, “”This is like Joan Sutherland with Kermit the Frog.” Sort of like the expression, “from the sublime to the ridiculous.” Great video!
That’s fabulous. Linda sounding and looking as beautiful as ever.
You know it's 50 yrs old - Right?
@@hanswichmann5047 Of course I do! I was referring to that particular moment in time.
Sadness Sadness. Gone but never forgotten
That’s a lot of talent singing that tune. Back when we were all young and strong and beautiful.
And now decrepit and emaciated .
@@tommurphree5630 But still runnin' against the wind.
Sigh
Three very talented musicians beloved by many. Very cool
This is one of my FAVOURITE things on TH-cam (and there's an awful lot of things on TH-cam to choose from.)
For me, at least, this ranks in the top 10 of everything on TH-cam. Talent, humor, intimate setting, genius!
Seeing this just makes me so happy. Great musicians all. Miss hearing Linda sing so much 😢
Oh my freekin' God - Linda Ronstadt is a super-being here - as gorgeous as any young woman ever was, and an unmatched set of pipes. Any man alive would give anything to see that twinkle in her eyes as she joshes with Randy Newman. Wow...
Amazing Trio! Wow
Sublime trio of exceptional musicians ❤️
Wow..., three gems on the same time! And live!
Three of the best ever, doing what they do, and having a blast. Perfect.
Usually listen to different kinds of music (blues, rock, alternative). But really like this 😊
I want this played at my funeral.
Linda has always been miles ahead of the Pack...
Wow…I admit that Randy Newman is a terrific songwriter, but his getting to sit on the piano bench next to and sing with Linda Ronstadt? Some guys have all the luck! 😃. Seriously, they are both terrific, as is Ry Cooder, who joins them on this song. They each deserve all good things. Thanks for posting this great video. Cheers!
An’ she garbed as a dancehall floozy to boot! Meeeow
@@keving9233 - That style of garb was popularized by Madonna (her Like A Virgin era). Looking at it now it is very dated, it was fashionable at that time. Personally, I favor the style of dress from the Nelson Riddle videos and concerts. Very classy.
Wow - this should be worth millions !
This is amazing when you look at it objectively. Linda Ronstadt who is unequalled in country, folk rock and pop, Randy Newman one of the sharpest, cleverest song-writers ever and Ry Cooder - beyond talented bluesman. They are together; basically jamming and having fun. What a gem
I laughed so hard when they cracked up at 2:00. Just having a great time together. Sorry that Linda can no longer sing. She's a gem.
una mckillen / Agreed. And re: Linda Ronstadt: Don't forget the American Standards Song Book. Have you heard her wonderful 3 album series with Nelson Riddle Orchestra?
una mckillen
Do they still do good stuff like this?
I agree. And, as one of the most successful country singers of all time, she should be in the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Had me at Linda...
I wasn't alive back then but i still like this song.
How can you not love Linda when she giggles during a song!? 💕
Downright liquored up silly, that girl.
One of my favorite Linda videos is when she dissolves in laughter due to the "attack of the killer bubbles" during a Nelson Riddle concert. Literally, had to start over.
Some things we can still love about 'America'. These people are the real deal and so's their talent. Love them.
TRIO great to hear now on a crispy cold winterday in Zwolle
They "played" that song and had more fun for it. Loved it.
Meravigliosi
Theree of my favorite spingere playing together . Amazing
Ry Cooder has a warm quality in tone, a sultry voice. These three on stage have beautiful singing, and playing.
Linda is luminous here. Is that a word? She is breathtaking and so damn real.
Roberto C YES! Yes and yes Roberto!🆒
Luminous. Beautiful.
Yes, it’s a word. And you found the proper occasion on which to use it, friend! She is indeed “luminous.” Cheers!
Three geniuses that gathetrd to perform live One of Randy;s best songs
A nugget
Randy Newman with Linda Ronstadt and Ry Cooder backing singers. Wow
Linda’s smile though. ❤️❤️❤️
I am looking at this again in the time of Covid 19 and I just love the music but it is funny. No-one does funny like Randy Newman and Ry Cooder and the gorgeous Linda play along. It almost makes me cry, seeing and listening to it now but it ought to be more out there.People need it.
Great group of musical talents😎
I can't even imagine what it was like being there that night. Just amazing.
Linda, Randy and Ry... what talent on stage ... I could listen all night... Love Linda...
This here is some American music.😊
I love these three!!! Wish them well!!!!
Classic recording.
I love this...such a basic song structure but Randy captures such magic in that simplicity as he has demonstrated in all his sound tracks and nominations...
Linda's such a perfectionist it was her love to sing .she didnt want to get high she was the real deal.if she believed in a song it meant she wanted to sing it her way. A PURE UNIQUE..JUST LISTEN
she did a lot of drugs...especially cocaine. Not to say that she didn't love singing, but lets not fool ourselves into thinking that she didn't do as many drugs as the rest of them
@@Gingergeek4207 fk you she in her interviews said she never did drugs .
It's so inspirational to see artists collaborating willingly for the sake of their craft. I cannot overestimate my respect for Linda Ronstadt for contributing so much to the music of her time.
They don't call him the Master Man for nothing. It don't get better than Newman.
How brilliant of a lineup when you've got Rye Cooder as a background player!
rye bread, not ry cooder
wow. three musical giants. wish they'd done an album together. (again, wow)
Hear Hear.
Thirding that ‘wow’
Some of my favorite performers together. Gotta love it!!!
how can this only have 12,000 looks. Sad really. What three enormous talents.
I find it more than sad but maybe it is me who is sad. All three of these guys are of my vintage but they are talented, witty and, I think, stand the test of time. Still, I cannot sell one of them to younger colleagues. I just love this post.
+una mckillen dont worry too much my son just loves this stuff and even has an old school record player that he just loves. The support i ve seen from guys my age helping him find the perfect pink floyd or Neil young record is just great
Takes some of us, even or maybe especially us oldtimers, a while to get to all the fabulous music on TH-cam. Better late than never.
I forgot all about this song after so many years. 3 of my favourite people looking nice and young and Linda singing so well as she always does
Damn, I love Randy and have always have since I discovered him in the70's. Finally got to see him solo at MPAC in NJ a few years ago. An outstanding artist that follows his own path.
My son and I drove across New York State to see him. He does not tour often and this was more or less a fund raiser for the theater being restored. He was wonderful.
This is a favorite song of mine and has special meaning. I loved seeing and hearing this version of it.
I’m so glad to see someone else feels this way about Rider in the Rain. One of my favorite concerts of all time was Randy Newman and Ry Cooder in St Louis in the mid 70s.
too cool - just three Musical geniuses having a good ole time.
Love the Lindagiggles 😄
Very special
Ah, how young and talented. Wonderful.
Happy Birthday, Randy Newman! 'Love 2:00, where they crack up. Great trio, great song
I love it when she cracks up during a song 😂
What a treat, 3 giants! Linda Ronstadt, wow!
Possibly my favourite song of his - meditative - have twice booked to see this treasure - and twice had the event cancelled, lastly this year
Thank yall!
My band ROUGHHOUSE does this song. Fun stuff.
Im looking at this subjectively. I like this.
Perfect
Three music Giants. Love to hear current stuff.
Glorious!
wow ! Glad I found this. Three all time greats.
honor a quien honor mereces ,, they're simple the best,
This is SO damned good.
Ronstadt was enchanting.
Power trio
Linda is so pretty
Ahh Linda Ronstadt, a rare and remarkable songbird. You either get her or you don't. But if you do the rewards are are deep and broad - musically and beyond. Sigh...
Great tune
As good as it gets. Love Newman's ironic comment about this song being a big hit.
First time I found this. Woo Hoo!!! Love |Love Love, you three!
Wow, how epic is this, never knew of this gig!
That was still a good time with good music
Three beautiful souls with
so much talent in one stage…👍❤️😊
this is so lovely.
So perfect.
Gosh, Dan and Nicholas, makes me so happy to see that you just revisited this video. It really has been "The Year of Linda Ronstadt!" The documentary released in September was thrilling to watch and to hear her in a theater was bliss; the Kennedy Center Honors event a week ago was incredibly emotional.
The performance by this trio is just irresistible. I hope they were having half as much fun as it looked like they were!
All right all you aspiring vocalists. What is happening here is that each of these people is doing two parts listening to one part singing. What happens is that you end up with the whole being greater than the sum of its parts.
I so like your comment. It says something about the selflessness that should be t the heart of serious, successful song-writing and singing. We so lack it now but these guys so had it.
AKA "synergy".
Estuve esnamorado de Linda
Brilliant in every language..
Just simply superb.
Ry , randy, linda tks so much
Simply heartwarming :)
Now we know where he's ridin'. In the rain.
1:59 thats one of the funniest moments in live performance Ive ever seen :-)
some geniuses meet
Great collection of music.
Love Linda!! Thanks so much for sharing this with her fans!!! :)))))