Thank you. I recorded that when my first daughter was born and still have the tape of that performance and VCR but, hadn’t listened to it. Now she’s 20 and on her own. He was definitely great.
My dad was the drummer for BJ for over 20 years. He is actually in this video. ❤️ We loved BJ like he was our uncle growing up. ❤️ Thank you for the video. ❤️
Brittany, many thanks for sharing your story about your Dad. I am a drummer, since I was 15 years old. I have a great story to share with you. I was a Sheriff for 28 years. One day on patrol, I received a complaint on my beat about a loud band. When I arrived at the house in question, I was met with a 5 member band, who were playing all the old classics. The band had this excellent girl singer. The age of the band members ranged around 16 to 18 years of age. I don’t know how this happened, but I asked the girl singer if I could sit in on a few songs. All of them were blown away and the first song we played was Satisfaction by The Rolling Stones. Before I knew it, there were about 25 kids watching us play. The guy who had complained about the loud music, went ballistic on me when he saw me playing with the band. It was one of the highlights of my Police career. 👍👍👍👍
My wife and her mom saw BJ Thomas at the Crazy Horse in Santa Ana, Ca. My wife's mom was handicapped and sitting off to the side of the stage. After the concert was done, he came up to her and asked her if she enjoyed the concert. She was tongue tied and flustered...but enjoyed it all. Speaks volumes about what type of person BJ was. Rest in peace, sir!
Saw him live in 65 on the Gene Pitney show with The McCoys Chad and Jeremy Norma tanega and he was a amazing he sang Billy and Sue which was his first fit on hickory records and then I'm so lonesome I could cry almost as good as Hank Williams
His rendition of "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry" was the most beautiful and heart-rending ever! The fact that he continued to sound this good for so many years was truly remarkable!! RIP, BJ.
His rendition of Hank Williams I’m so lonesome I could cry is the best. He did it as a young man and then again a few years ago, breathtaking at about 72 years of age at that time.
One mark of a true artist such as him, is that when they sing their hits for maybe the 1000th time, they still deliver a performance with feeling and connection to their fans.
B.J. Thomas was born in Oklahoma and raised in Houston, Texas. RIP B.J. Thanks Fil for being such a cool presenter of ALL kinds of music and musicians.
@@amyk9175, you are correct about Arlington claiming B.J. as one of its own. Not sure when he moved there after being born in Hugo, Oklahoma, then the family moved to Houston (where B.J. was raised and went to high school), and lastly, he and his wife lived in Arlington where he passed away. Hope this clears things up for you.
@@carmellaallegretto-baker711 I wasn’t doubting his ties to Houston and Oklahoma. I’ve lived in Arlington all my life and know those around here refer to him as “Arlington’s own.”
@@amyk9175, I see. Thanks for responding. Also, can you tell me when he moved to Arlington? I've never actually heard when he moved there. Would love to know. Plus, did you ever attend any of his concerts?
@@carmellaallegretto-baker711 I have investigated and can’t pin down when he moved to Arlington. My best guess would be in the 70s or 80s. I know he was here by the 90s. He played a fundraising concert for Levitt Pavilion several years ago and I regret passing on that opportunity. I never heard him live but his music (from Raindrops to Theme from Growing Pains) has been ubiquitous throughout my life.
Fil I want thank you for this video from the bottom of my heart. I have been BJs Tour Manager for the last 15 years. I witnessed night after night the incredible talent this man had and the love and respect for his audience. He truly loved what he was blessed to do in life. I love your vlog and have watched you since the pandemic started! Keep up the good work and thank you again ❤! Tim Bowers, Nashville TN
@@timothybowers8608 Damn Tim, how blessed you were. There are a handful of artists whose voices touch my very soul and spirit. Karen Carpenter is at the forefront, and David Gates, BJ and others are on the same platform. I have to special songs by BJ that always choke me up," Rock n Roll Lullaby"and "Most of All," a wonderful if somewhat unappreciated song.
I loved him and I was a teenager and I sang ,"I'm Hooked on a Feeling "Constantly and still Remember every word and I'm 68 now!My mom died of Ovarian Cancer at 45, in 1975 and she and I would sing ," Raindrops Keep falling on my head " and she loved him and I am so Sad to hear of his death, and what a fighter! I'll never forget him!! R.I.P.
I had no idea he passed. One of the best vocalists ever to perform. He delivered a note in a way that clung on and on giving a masterful and unique sound with feeling of gentleness and smoothness with an almost echoing effect. I cannot describe it any better because there is no way to explain it. Phil can put it into words and beautifully by the way. I listen to BJ often. Love his songs and sound
I remember sitting in a ski lodge, listening to BJ Thomas on the Lodge radio, with my hot chocolate, and feeling warm and toasty. His music always gives me a warm ,fuzzy happy feeling.
Debra Virden, you hit the nail on the head. This is exactly the kind of emotion BJ Thomas voice creates. It gets us hooked on a feeling huh !!!! Oh yessss. Legendary vocalist.
B.J. had a wonderful, distinctive voice, one of those singers you could identify after his first few notes. And he had hit after hit during his prime. He also had a strong rapport with the audience, as can be seen on this video. He was a great talent, and he will be missed. Thanks Fil for an excellent analysis and a nice memory of a fine artist and performer. Rest In Peace B.J.
this just shows wht I believed since 1972 He has the greatest male voice ever and Karen Carpenter female. He was performing at a tractor pull in Mt. Vernon Wa. 1984. I had the honer of talking to him for 20 minutes
In the mid 1980's I saw B.J. Thomas play at a local fairground he did a 25 to 35 minute set. I was in the 5th row he put on a good show. (Rest in Peace) B.J. Thomas thanks for all the great recording, television appearances, concerts footages and all you left behind.
My older sister used to be a desk clerk at one of the finer hotels, and she said one night BJ Thomas came up to the desk to check in after a concert ...and he was such a nice & friendly gentleman. He stayed at the desk and talked with her a good while. I think he had such a unique & recognizable voice. Hope you have a great week, Fil 💙
My sister posted a comment on this, and I'm 8 months late. Drummer there is my dad too. We had the chance to ride the tour bus (when they still used it) a long time ago. I loved riding the top bunks, but never slept there because I was afraid I would fall out cause I was a dumb little kid and it seemed likely. Things like this video really remind me about when I was listening to their sound checks. Got real excited when they started practicing one I liked and knew. I wasn't lucid enough to appreciate those things then but I sure as hell do now. Appreciate the critical approach and analysis, Fil.
I had such a crush on BJ when I was a little girl in the early 70s! I just loved his voice & his songs (and beautiful blue eyes/black hair! He was a good looking man!) so much! Such a shame that most people don't even know who he was or that he had so many hits. Thanks for covering him hon. RIP BJ...you will be missed by those who knew you, your songs & your beautiful voice 🙏
Very, very interesting Phil. Never thought of the Mike placement. BJ Thomas has a voice like Karen Carpenter. You instantly know who you're listening to. A flat 4 seems pretty awesome when you consider his age. Thankyou very much for honoring BJ Thomas. RIP, Mr. Thomas.
Never has there been an artist with such grace, control over his voice to use it as a complete instrument to deliver the story of his songs.. someone I followed through his beautiful conversation to Christianity and that message, he not only sang about, but lived!! Thank you Jesus for creating him for this space in time.. PTL..
You are exactly right...one of those voices you know, but you don't know you know, a very lovely voice and this was a lovely tribute to him. So many interesting elements, thank you!
Elvis loved BJ. and I too....I Just can't help Believing..Elvis did a great rendition...and I Loved Elvis's collaboration with the Royal Philharmonic on this Tune.....thanks Fil
BJ I love all your songs and your beautiful voice. I'm 66 years old and remember you well. Like everybody you got into problems but you overcame, I hope and pray I get over mine and I'm really trying thanks to people like you.
Kinda wish you had shown him when he was younger, he was absolutely gorgeous. (Not that he wasn't here, I was a teenager when the song was released.) I'm also here for your million dollar smile. Much love to y'all from Florida. 💜💐♥️
I grew up to BJ Thomas and all of his music. I Love your reaction Phil. You were displaying the fact that you knew the songs, and you showed how much respect you had for the legend, Mr. Thomas. Thank you!
I LOVE BJ Thomas! I got to talk with him for a few minutes after a concert in Rome, Georgia! Very NICE guy! He will be missed on Earth, but welcomed in Heaven!
B.J Thomas was always a staple on radio when l was growing up. So many great songs. Always loved his distinctive immediately recognizable voice. Sadly another great artist taken by cancer. Excellent analysis as always Fil. Thanks. 😎🎼🎶🎵🇨🇦🇨🇦
I am not a trained musician so I don't know "all about it" I just play. Hearing you explain what is going on when is very helpful. You are helping people to become better musicians. Thanks Phil.
I had the pleasure of seeing Mr. B.J. Thomas only twice in person, but his vocal performances stand among the very best for me. Thanks Fil for focusing on the technical aspects of his mic management as well as his vocal range, dynamic control, and emotive use of vibrato and range to accentuate the feelings of the song at the moment. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻🎶💪🏻 “Hooked on a Feeling” was an extraordinary popular song in the USA and “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ On My Head” became a career calling card as well. I enjoy your videos that offer exposure of the music of my life to new generations and that you present your analysis with an open mind as well. 🙏 Keep up the good work, Fil … Rock! 🎸🎤🎶
BJ Thomas was a soothing singer. I loved his songs. "Mighty Clouds of Joy" was one of my favorites. Thank you Fil for giving a tribute to this wonderful singer.
I stumbled onto your analysis of BJ's singing in this video. Thank you for doing this. I fell in love with BJ's voice in 1966 with "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry." I just about wore out a 45 record of this song!!! I was "hooked on a feeling' for sure. The hits just kept on coming. I went from his 45's to cassettes to CDs. I just love his unique beautiful voice. I have grieved his passing and listening to and watching your analysis of BJ made me smile when I saw you smile throughout his performance. And, aren't we lucky to have had him around to enjoy that voice for so many years. He will be missed. Thanks again. l will continue to watch your show because you are so different from anything else I have found and I really enjoyed it!!
We saw him at Turning Stone casino, (near Syracuse, NY). Fantastic show and showmanship, without technology dumped all over everything. No loud pyrotechnics, no 50 back-up singers and dancers. Just the band, the man, and his talent. We had stage-side seats, and I sat with my fingertips on the edge of the stage for 2 hours. He was so close, I could see the teeny stitches in the hem of his trousers (of his beautifully cut gray Italian double-breasted suit). He took the time to shake hands with everyone who came up to the stage. One of the best nights! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ Thanks, Fil!
Hi Fil! Hadn’t commented yet, but want you to know this medley was pure magic! BJ had that magical sound...I just knew whenever I would hear his voice I would pause to listen....he had that quality that superseded just musical talent...he was a truly nice person...that was evident whenever he walked on stage! ✌️
This past Saturday night my buddy called me to come over and practice a couple tunes and we did "I Just Can't Help Believing" because we're going to play it Sunday night at an open-mic. Sunday evening before we headed out we heard the news. BJ, RIP. ❤️ Thanks Fil for your heartfelt efforts and knowledge. ❤️💪👍
Loved his voice. That sexy, sweet, romantic and melodious voice that crossed many genres. A true artiste unlike todays. fly by night singers. Thank you for informing us what a genius he was at handling and using his microphone to get that best voice to entertain all of us. Sing for Jesus, BJ now that you are with HIM.
Fil, I love to watch your eyes during the performances. Your enjoyment of their performance show through. I've seen 1,000 things I never fully appreciated before by watching your eyes !!! Thanks !
I know almost nothing about music but my late husband was an excellent guitarist so I enjoy watching these analyses. It brings back memories and explains some things he did. I’ve always noticed those mic moves with certain artists but never understood. And I adored BJ Thomas! Thanks!
Fil, Thanks for recognizing the tremendous talent of this truly great gentleman. When my daughter got sick, she asked me to sing Raindrops to her in the hospital emergency room. I was a singer in my youth but had crippling stage fright and never pursued music. Today I hit the karaoke places without fear and am having a great time. All thanks to my daughter and BJ Thomas.
He was the cool but sweet guy next door. His sweet personality shined through over the years. I saw him in a small venue in about 34 yrs ago. Got to meet him and get an autographed photo. One of my highlights in life. 💙💙. Love you BJ.
Sorry that I am so late finding this , I was just listening to B.J. sing my favorite song by him Don't Worry Baby and just now learned of his passing .Thank you for this analysis. R.I.P BJ Thomas
To make sure we all could move about the dance floor at our senior prom, we had dance class in the gym. My partner and I won the competition using "Raindrops keep fallin' on my head." RIP B.J., and thank you Fil for this insightful tribute x
If Fil was going to do an analysis concentrating on vocal ability why not B.J. Thomas? I am going to watch for this mic technique in other videos, with other singers. B.J.'s death is sad. As a fan I grieve. I will say that I do get a kind of closure when Fil features these artists that pass. What else can we do but celebrate the music? B.J. was from Houston TX.Thanks Fil. Oh,new term. Dulcet tone. adjective. pleasant to the ear; melodious: the dulcet tones of the cello. pleasant or agreeable to the eye or the feelings; soothing. Archaic.
I go all the way back with BJ and his music, my husband and I listened too his music together. I hope he has finally met BJ in heaven. God bless them both. Thank you for sharing with us all these details I never noticed. God bless you Phil.❤️🙏
BRILLIANT BREAKDOWN! I had the pleasure of seeing B.J sing in Las Vegas about a dozen times! He was amazing EVERY TIME! He was also one of most humble cats I've ever met! MAJESTIC VOCALIST!
God blessed us with this man and his beautiful voice. I was so in love with his songs back in the day. Now he's gone to Heaven to be with God. We miss you B.J.
Thanks for mentioning about putting the mic up to the nose. I didn't know that. I will do that when I sing from now on. That is cool. You got your stuff together, kid! Hangin' tough!
I was lucky enough to back up BJ Thomas and other celebs at an evetn in the late 80's. Really nice guy with no attitude at all. Also want to say I love your reaction / analysis videos - they are a real pleasure to watch!
B.J. Thomas may have died physically, but he is alive Spiritually for all eternity... long ago he decided to believe in Jesus of Nazareth, the Messiah... he's in Glory and Heaven! John 3:16-17
I can't wait to meet him, in Glory, in the Eternal state. He will always be my favorite singer. Our time spent here on earth is short, Eternal life is forever, choose Life, except God's free gift of Salvation..
BJ had the perfect voice for Raindrops. A lot of other singers have covered the song but BJ had that wonderful warm luscious tone that gave the song a beautiful sense of sentimentality and reflection that no one else could duplicate. Even several decades later J was still able to sing it with aplomb. Thank you to Fil for his gracious appreciation of a classic performer.
He kept his amazing voice to the very end. His vibrato never began to lag with age and his falsetto was excellent as heard in a relatively recent performance of “Don’t Worry Baby”.
I grew up hearing him on the radio and was gratified to hear him do the theme song to "Growing Pains". Hubby and I both agreed that he was an exceptional singer. We were lucky enough to have seen him 3 times; and he interacted with us somewhat. I stood up and clapped as soon as he started singing "Momma". He looked at me- smiled and said "Thank You for that, I like this one too". He interacted with the audience every time we saw him. Instead of the stand-in-one-place-and-never-smiling that some singers/bands do. He will be greatly missed. And thank you Fil for this.
His beautiful voice and poignant songs were the soundtracks of my childhood and teens. They're so evocative of that bygone era, and I'm so grateful to have his recordings and videos today, bringing me back immediately to those halcyon days. ❤ Rest in glory, BJ 🙏🏼
It's a great pleasure when the brilliant British guy with the silky smooth voice analyzes another artist with a silky smooth voice. Thanks Fil. Never quite appreciated Mr. Thomas' voice and technical prowess till this video.
Nice. Rest in peace, BJ Thomas. Fave among many would be Hooked On A Feeling. Also my fave use of a Vinnie Bell Electric Sitar. Pretty sure he played on the track,
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Phil have you seen Sturgill Simpson "Never go to town again" live Sunday Valley pickathon. I'd love to hear what you think of Sturgill
You MUST listen to POLYPHIA-G.O.A.T.
YOU'LL BE BLOWN AWAY!!💯💥💯🤯
Could you do analysis of Frank Zappa and Samantha Fish
Thank you.
I recorded that when my first daughter was born and still have the tape of that performance and VCR but, hadn’t listened to it.
Now she’s 20 and on her own.
He was definitely great.
Has to be one of the greai
-east singers of any era!
My dad was the drummer for BJ for over 20 years. He is actually in this video. ❤️ We loved BJ like he was our uncle growing up. ❤️ Thank you for the video. ❤️
maybe add some nice anecdotes :)
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Brittany, many thanks for sharing your story about your Dad. I am a drummer, since I was 15 years old. I have a great story to share with you. I was a Sheriff for 28 years. One day on patrol, I received a complaint on my beat about a loud band. When I arrived at the house in question, I was met with a 5 member band, who were playing all the old classics. The band had this excellent girl singer. The age of the band members ranged around 16 to 18 years of age. I don’t know how this happened, but I asked the girl singer if I could sit in on a few songs. All of them were blown away and the first song we played was Satisfaction by The Rolling Stones. Before I knew it, there were about 25 kids watching us play. The guy who had complained about the loud music, went ballistic on me when he saw me playing with the band. It was one of the highlights of my Police career. 👍👍👍👍
So sorry for your loss. I loved B.J.Thomas.❤😥
Cool! Just plain cool to have had that familial connection.
My wife and her mom saw BJ Thomas at the Crazy Horse in Santa Ana, Ca. My wife's mom was handicapped and sitting off to the side of the stage. After the concert was done, he came up to her and asked her if she enjoyed the concert. She was tongue tied and flustered...but enjoyed it all. Speaks volumes about what type of person BJ was. Rest in peace, sir!
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Saw him live in 65 on the Gene Pitney show with The McCoys Chad and Jeremy Norma tanega and he was a amazing he sang Billy and Sue which was his first fit on hickory records and then I'm so lonesome I could cry almost as good as Hank Williams
@@donaldshaw2627 yes I loved that one!
He was a class act and the real deal. RIP, BJ.💜He brought joy to so many people with that incredible voice.
BJ, many thanks for sharing your beautiful music with all of us. Your music and legacy will live on forever in history. Rest In Peace 🌹🌹🌹
His rendition of "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry" was the most beautiful and heart-rending ever! The fact that he continued to sound this good for so many years was truly remarkable!! RIP, BJ.
He had such a rich voice. Death is inevitable for us all, but at least we have all these recordings to remember BJ Thomas by. Rest easy,BJ.
50 albums I think!
His rendition of Hank Williams I’m so lonesome I could cry is the best. He did it as a young man and then again a few years ago, breathtaking at about 72 years of age at that time.
One mark of a true artist such as him, is that when they sing their hits for maybe the 1000th time, they still deliver a performance with feeling and connection to their fans.
EXCELLENT POINT!
I agree! Engelbert had that quality as well. I love both!
B.J. Thomas was born in Oklahoma and raised in Houston, Texas. RIP B.J. Thanks Fil for being such a cool presenter of ALL kinds of music and musicians.
Yes, but Arlington claims him as one of our own.
@@amyk9175, you are correct about Arlington claiming B.J. as one of its own. Not sure when he moved there after being born in Hugo, Oklahoma, then the family moved to Houston (where B.J. was raised and went to high school), and lastly, he and his wife lived in Arlington where he passed away. Hope this clears things up for you.
@@carmellaallegretto-baker711 I wasn’t doubting his ties to Houston and Oklahoma. I’ve lived in Arlington all my life and know those around here refer to him as “Arlington’s own.”
@@amyk9175, I see. Thanks for responding. Also, can you tell me when he moved to Arlington? I've never actually heard when he moved there. Would love to know. Plus, did you ever attend any of his concerts?
@@carmellaallegretto-baker711 I have investigated and can’t pin down when he moved to Arlington. My best guess would be in the 70s or 80s. I know he was here by the 90s. He played a fundraising concert for Levitt Pavilion several years ago and I regret passing on that opportunity. I never heard him live but his music (from Raindrops to Theme from Growing Pains) has been ubiquitous throughout my life.
Fil I want thank you for this video from the bottom of my heart. I have been BJs Tour Manager for the last 15 years. I witnessed night after night the incredible talent this man had and the love and respect for his audience. He truly loved what he was blessed to do in life.
I love your vlog and have watched you since the pandemic started! Keep up the good work and thank you again ❤!
Tim Bowers, Nashville TN
@@timothybowers8608 Damn Tim, how blessed you were. There are a handful of artists whose voices touch my very soul and spirit. Karen Carpenter is at the forefront, and David Gates, BJ and others are on the same platform. I have to special songs by BJ that always choke me up," Rock n Roll Lullaby"and "Most of All," a wonderful if somewhat unappreciated song.
His version of I'm So Lonesome I could Cry is phenomenal.
I loved him and I was a teenager and I sang ,"I'm Hooked on a Feeling "Constantly and still Remember every word and I'm 68 now!My mom died of Ovarian Cancer at 45, in 1975 and she and I would sing ," Raindrops Keep falling on my head " and she loved him and I am so Sad to hear of his death, and what a fighter! I'll never forget him!! R.I.P.
He never left a note out hanging by itself. He always added a interesting twist.
I had no idea he passed. One of the best vocalists ever to perform. He delivered a note in a way that clung on and on giving a masterful and unique sound with feeling of gentleness and smoothness with an almost echoing effect. I cannot describe it any better because there is no way to explain it. Phil can put it into words and beautifully by the way. I listen to BJ often. Love his songs and sound
Lost a short battle with lung cancer and passed away last Saturday. 😢
I remember sitting in a ski lodge, listening to BJ Thomas on the Lodge radio, with my hot chocolate, and feeling warm and toasty. His music always gives me a warm ,fuzzy happy feeling.
Debra Virden, you hit the nail on the head. This is exactly the kind of emotion BJ Thomas voice creates. It gets us hooked on a feeling huh !!!! Oh yessss. Legendary vocalist.
Yes his voice is ubiquitous it was every where.
B.J. had a wonderful, distinctive voice, one of those singers you could identify after his first few notes. And he had hit after hit during his prime. He also had a strong rapport with the audience, as can be seen on this video. He was a great talent, and he will be missed. Thanks Fil for an excellent analysis and a nice memory of a fine artist and performer. Rest In Peace B.J.
One of the most unique and recognizable voices ever. He will be missed. RIP Mr Thomas.
EASILY ONE OF THE GREATEST SINGERS OF ALL TIME REST IN PEACE AND THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL THE AMAZING AND UNFORGETTABLE SONGS YOU LEFT BEHIND
this just shows wht I believed since 1972 He has the greatest male voice ever and Karen Carpenter female. He was performing at a tractor pull in Mt. Vernon Wa. 1984. I had the honer of talking to him for 20 minutes
I met BJ once and he was the sweetest most humble man. Fell in love with his voice when I was 10. I just hate it that he's gone.
Aww, I didn't know he passed away. Just listening to this makes me emotional. Great old love songs....sigh. Thanks, Fil!
Remember those songs coming out of the stereo in my car! 📻🎶🎶
I knew he passed but I didn't get emotional until seeing this. It didn't seem real until listening to him sing.
@@ronileigh9336 Same here! That's when all his songs came pouring back into some fond memories!
He died about a week and half ago of lung cancer
I didn't know he passed either I grew up with the songs my how time passes by thanks BJ Thomas
In the mid 1980's I saw B.J. Thomas play at a local fairground he did a 25 to 35 minute set. I was in the 5th row he put on a good show.
(Rest in Peace) B.J. Thomas thanks for all the great recording, television appearances, concerts footages and all you left behind.
✨ B.J. Thomas ✨
Rest in peace
Thank you, Fil 🖤
My older sister used to be a desk clerk at one of the finer hotels, and she said one night BJ Thomas came up to the desk to check in after a concert ...and he was such a nice & friendly gentleman. He stayed at the desk and talked with her a good while.
I think he had such a unique & recognizable voice.
Hope you have a great week, Fil 💙
My sister posted a comment on this, and I'm 8 months late. Drummer there is my dad too. We had the chance to ride the tour bus (when they still used it) a long time ago. I loved riding the top bunks, but never slept there because I was afraid I would fall out cause I was a dumb little kid and it seemed likely. Things like this video really remind me about when I was listening to their sound checks. Got real excited when they started practicing one I liked and knew. I wasn't lucid enough to appreciate those things then but I sure as hell do now. Appreciate the critical approach and analysis, Fil.
BJ was such a great singer. We’re losing so many wonderful voices. Thank you Fil for helping keep them out there so they’re not forgotten.
Yes, thank you Phil!
I had such a crush on BJ when I was a little girl in the early 70s! I just loved his voice & his songs (and beautiful blue eyes/black hair! He was a good looking man!) so much! Such a shame that most people don't even know who he was or that he had so many hits. Thanks for covering him hon. RIP BJ...you will be missed by those who knew you, your songs & your beautiful voice 🙏
He was a great stylist, great voice, great gentleman who had a hard life with addiction
Very, very interesting Phil. Never thought of the Mike placement. BJ Thomas has a voice like Karen Carpenter. You instantly know who you're listening to. A flat 4 seems pretty awesome when you consider his age. Thankyou very much for honoring BJ Thomas. RIP, Mr. Thomas.
Never has there been an artist with such grace, control over his voice to use it as a complete instrument to deliver the story of his songs.. someone I followed through his beautiful conversation to Christianity and that message, he not only sang about, but lived!! Thank you Jesus for creating him for this space in time.. PTL..
He had such a distinctive voice. I was fortunate to see him perform a couple of years ago he sounded great!! R.I.P. B.J.🌹
Love BJ Thomas thanks 🙏 didn’t know he passed away. Fil love the respect you have for other artists.
You are exactly right...one of those voices you know, but you don't know you know, a very lovely voice and this was a lovely tribute to him. So many interesting elements, thank you!
What a fabulous singer he was!!!
Elvis loved BJ. and I too....I Just can't help Believing..Elvis did a great rendition...and I Loved Elvis's collaboration with the Royal Philharmonic on this Tune.....thanks Fil
Hi Mark! I will have to look that one up! In this video I thought BJ was doing kind of an Elvis thing with his feet, too!
@@lynndow3185 Hello Lynn
BJ I love all your songs and your beautiful voice. I'm 66 years old and remember you well. Like everybody you got into problems but you overcame, I hope and pray I get over mine and I'm really trying thanks to people like you.
Thank you Fil for sharing. B.J. Thomas was really big in the late 60s and 70s.... R.I.P.
Kinda wish you had shown him when he was younger, he was absolutely gorgeous. (Not that he wasn't here, I was a teenager when the song was released.) I'm also here for your million dollar smile. Much love to y'all from Florida. 💜💐♥️
Oh! You're a new fan too. All his life histories were told. Thanks.
Rest In Peace B.J Thomas 🕊💜
His voice is so beautiful and peaceful. Thank you Fil for your wonderful analysis on him. RIP B.J.
I grew up to BJ Thomas and all of his music. I Love your reaction Phil. You were displaying the fact that you knew the songs, and you showed how much respect you had for the legend, Mr. Thomas. Thank you!
I'm a fan. He's one of the best voice in history. You should listen to original version. All the best.😥😢😭 RIP B.J. we missed you.
I LOVE BJ Thomas! I got to talk with him for a few minutes after a concert in Rome, Georgia! Very NICE guy! He will be missed on Earth, but welcomed in Heaven!
B.J Thomas was always a staple on radio when l was growing up. So many great songs. Always loved his distinctive immediately recognizable voice. Sadly another great artist taken by cancer. Excellent analysis as always Fil. Thanks. 😎🎼🎶🎵🇨🇦🇨🇦
I am not a trained musician so I don't know "all about it" I just play. Hearing you explain what is going on when is very helpful. You are helping people to become better musicians. Thanks Phil.
Thanks for playing the entire show Fil 👍❤️
I had the pleasure of seeing Mr. B.J. Thomas only twice in person, but his vocal performances stand among the very best for me. Thanks Fil for focusing on the technical aspects of his mic management as well as his vocal range, dynamic control, and emotive use of vibrato and range to accentuate the feelings of the song at the moment. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻🎶💪🏻
“Hooked on a Feeling” was an extraordinary popular song in the USA and “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ On My Head” became a career calling card as well. I enjoy your videos that offer exposure of the music of my life to new generations and that you present your analysis with an open mind as well. 🙏 Keep up the good work, Fil … Rock! 🎸🎤🎶
Most of all and I just can't help believing are my favorite.
BJ Thomas was a soothing singer. I loved his songs. "Mighty Clouds of Joy" was one of my favorites. Thank you Fil for giving a tribute to this wonderful singer.
That was a great song!!
A wonderful singer and writer.. A wonderful man.. He is truly missed.. Thank you..
I stumbled onto your analysis of BJ's singing in this video. Thank you for doing this. I fell in love with BJ's voice in 1966 with "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry." I just about wore out a 45 record of this song!!! I was "hooked on a feeling' for sure. The hits just kept on coming. I went from his 45's to cassettes to CDs. I just love his unique beautiful voice. I have grieved his passing and listening to and watching your analysis of BJ made me smile when I saw you smile throughout his performance. And, aren't we lucky to have had him around to enjoy that voice for so many years. He will be missed. Thanks again. l will continue to watch your show because you are so different from anything else I have found and I really enjoyed it!!
We saw him at Turning Stone casino, (near Syracuse, NY). Fantastic show and showmanship, without technology dumped all over everything. No loud pyrotechnics, no 50 back-up singers and dancers. Just the band, the man, and his talent. We had stage-side seats, and I sat with my fingertips on the edge of the stage for 2 hours. He was so close, I could see the teeny stitches in the hem of his trousers (of his beautifully cut gray Italian double-breasted suit). He took the time to shake hands with everyone who came up to the stage. One of the best nights! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ Thanks, Fil!
Aww what a beautiful voice! RIP BJ. Thank you Fil 💕
Hi Fil! Hadn’t commented yet, but want you to know this medley was pure magic! BJ had that magical sound...I just knew whenever I would hear his voice I would pause to listen....he had that quality that superseded just musical talent...he was a truly nice person...that was evident whenever he walked on stage! ✌️
This past Saturday night my buddy called me to come over and practice a couple tunes and we did "I Just Can't Help Believing" because we're going to play it Sunday night at an open-mic. Sunday evening before we headed out we heard the news. BJ, RIP. ❤️ Thanks Fil for your heartfelt efforts and knowledge. ❤️💪👍
RIP BJ Thomas. So sad to hear he passed. 😢. He was also one of my major crushes when I was a kid.
BJ’s vocal inflections are so unique. His voice was one of a kind with such a pleasant tone.
B. J. Thomas has such a unique voice. I really love all of his songs. Thank you for your analyses of him!
Loved his voice. That sexy, sweet, romantic and melodious voice that crossed many genres. A true artiste unlike todays. fly by night singers. Thank you for informing us what a genius he was at handling and using his microphone to get that best voice to entertain all of us. Sing for Jesus, BJ now that you are with HIM.
Fil, I love to watch your eyes during the performances. Your enjoyment of their performance show through. I've seen 1,000 things I never fully appreciated before by watching your eyes !!! Thanks !
Fabulous to watch! I learned so much about mic technique today, thanks Fil. I've seen Celine Dion and Barbara Streisand use similar techniques.
I know almost nothing about music but my late husband was an excellent guitarist so I enjoy watching these analyses. It brings back memories and explains some things he did. I’ve always noticed those mic moves with certain artists but never understood. And I adored BJ Thomas! Thanks!
Thank you. He was so loved and respected. What a set of pipes.
Oh, what a voice. You knew it in an instant. R.I.P. The music he gave us will live on.
Thanks Phil..RIP These are all legendary songs and music..BJ Thomas was a legend and master of singing his songs..entertainment is great
Thank you for doing this we love The BJ Thomas here in the US he’s our guy and we miss him very much!! Very appreciated.
Great review Fill. May he rest in peace.
Fil,
Thanks for recognizing the tremendous talent of this truly great gentleman.
When my daughter got sick, she asked me to sing Raindrops to her in the hospital emergency room.
I was a singer in my youth but had crippling stage fright and never pursued music.
Today I hit the karaoke places without fear and am having a great time.
All thanks to my daughter and BJ Thomas.
Fabulous Fil....... thankyou. And you have such a great smile too.
He was the cool but sweet guy next door. His sweet personality shined through over the years. I saw him in a small venue in about 34 yrs ago. Got to meet him and get an autographed photo. One of my highlights in life. 💙💙. Love you BJ.
RIP Mr. Thomas... And, thank-you Fil for another great analysis.. and a few memories too!
Thanks you sir. What a lovely tribute to the man and the recognition of the unadulterated voice.
Fil I just love watching your facial expressions as you watch the artists performance ! You show such enjoyment, great smile !
Sorry that I am so late finding this , I was just listening to B.J. sing my favorite song by him Don't Worry Baby and just now learned of his passing .Thank you for this analysis. R.I.P BJ Thomas
Beautiful voice.....RIP.
An Amazing Artist with an Amazing voice! He Is truly missed RIP B.J. Thomas
To make sure we all could move about the dance floor at our senior prom, we had dance class in the gym. My partner and I won the competition using "Raindrops keep fallin' on my head." RIP B.J., and thank you Fil for this insightful tribute x
Oh, I wish I could have seen that. I bet it was great.
Great show Fil.
Rest in Peace, Billy Joe Thomas
your music was part of my life growing up. Thank you
A very comprehensive analysis of B.J.’s style and ability. Nicely done!
As always FIL, spot on!! BJ Thomas unique beautiful tone and singer, one of the very best...thanks FIL for highlighting BJ.
Fil, you have impeccable taste in musicians and musicianship.
If Fil was going to do an analysis concentrating on vocal ability why not B.J. Thomas? I am going to watch for this mic technique in other videos, with other singers. B.J.'s death is sad. As a fan I grieve. I will say that I do get a kind of closure when Fil features these artists that pass. What else can we do but celebrate the music? B.J. was from Houston TX.Thanks Fil. Oh,new term. Dulcet tone. adjective. pleasant to the ear; melodious: the dulcet tones of the cello. pleasant or agreeable to the eye or the feelings; soothing. Archaic.
BTW, Dulce is Spanish for sweet.
I enjoyed listening to this
I go all the way back with BJ and his music, my husband and I listened too his music together. I hope he has finally met BJ in heaven. God bless them both. Thank you for sharing with us all these details I never noticed. God bless you Phil.❤️🙏
Love that amazing voice! Thank you for showing this. R.I.P. dear B.J.
BRILLIANT BREAKDOWN! I had the pleasure of seeing B.J sing in Las Vegas about a dozen times! He was amazing EVERY TIME! He was also one of most humble cats I've ever met! MAJESTIC VOCALIST!
God blessed us with this man and his beautiful voice. I was so in love with his songs back in the day. Now he's gone to Heaven to be with God. We miss you B.J.
Thanks for mentioning about putting the mic up to the nose. I didn't know that. I will do that when I sing from now on. That is cool. You got your stuff together, kid! Hangin' tough!
I was lucky enough to back up BJ Thomas and other celebs at an evetn in the late 80's. Really nice guy with no attitude at all. Also want to say I love your reaction / analysis videos - they are a real pleasure to watch!
B.J. Thomas may have died physically, but he is alive Spiritually for all eternity... long ago he decided to believe in Jesus of Nazareth, the Messiah... he's in Glory and Heaven! John 3:16-17
I loved his Christian albums
@@philmoore71 A good man.
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I can't wait to meet him, in Glory, in the Eternal state. He will always be my favorite singer. Our time spent here on earth is short,
Eternal life is forever, choose Life, except God's free gift of Salvation..
He wrote a great book about his experience.
As always revealing overlooked facets of an artist's talent beyond just the performance. Thank you!
BJ had the perfect voice for Raindrops. A lot of other singers have covered the song but BJ had that wonderful warm luscious tone that gave the song a beautiful sense of sentimentality and reflection that no one else could duplicate. Even several decades later J was still able to sing it with aplomb. Thank you to Fil for his gracious appreciation of a classic performer.
He kept his amazing voice to the very end. His vibrato never began to lag with age and his falsetto was excellent as heard in a relatively recent performance of “Don’t Worry Baby”.
I didn't think BJ sang falsetto that sounds like Brian or Carl Wilson of the Beachboys
One of the great voices of our time. I was fortunate to see him in concert a few times. Thank you for this excellent analysis.
Beautiful tribute of an incredible life! Thank you, Fil. 💜💜💜
I grew up hearing him on the radio and was gratified to hear him do the theme song to "Growing Pains". Hubby and I both agreed that he was an exceptional singer. We were lucky enough to have seen him 3 times; and he interacted with us somewhat. I stood up and clapped as soon as he started singing "Momma". He looked at me- smiled and said "Thank You for that, I like this one too". He interacted with the audience every time we saw him. Instead of the stand-in-one-place-and-never-smiling that some singers/bands do. He will be greatly missed. And thank you Fil for this.
His beautiful voice and poignant songs were the soundtracks of my childhood and teens. They're so evocative of that bygone era, and I'm so grateful to have his recordings and videos today, bringing me back immediately to those halcyon days. ❤
Rest in glory, BJ 🙏🏼
It's a great pleasure when the brilliant British guy with the silky smooth voice analyzes another artist with a silky smooth voice. Thanks Fil. Never quite appreciated Mr. Thomas' voice and technical prowess till this video.
Nice. Rest in peace, BJ Thomas.
Fave among many would be Hooked On A Feeling.
Also my fave use of a Vinnie Bell Electric Sitar. Pretty sure he played on the track,
Love to watch you watch these performers
Excellent video sir . . BJ THE GREAT ! May his memory be eternal!
Sorry to hear of his passing. He was a Texas treasure and his songs were the soundtrack of my teenage years.