British guitarist analyses Dean Martin flirting with Caterina Valente!

[@chipurBillWhite]

Never missed Dean’s show. I believe it was Thursday night. He was just so cool - yet very human.

[@jazzpunk]

I was a little too young & Dean was such a rascal...parents put me to bed! :-)

[@chipurBillWhite]

Franko Niko And he’d slide down the pole.

[@aylbdrmadison1051]

Being charming never grows old. ^-^

[@miekenetters4291]

It was not Dean alone where we looking at Caterina Valente dont forget her she was and still is Simply The Best And still Alive I like them bought 👏👏👏👏💕

[@JayH7745]

Yes, Thursday nights at 9pm central time on NBC. Our family and friends were always at home to watch Dean Martin. It was a rule pretty much with everyone across America back in those times. I really miss Dean Martin! He was like family. The family you loved and wanted to be near anyway. LOL Stay safe and healthy Bill. :)

[@DEPARTMENTOFREDUNDANCYDEPT]

It would be difficult to come up with a performer with more charm and natural talent than Dean Martin, and she is incredibly lovely and talented.

[@volkermay2115]

❤

[@PianoGesang]

Caterina was the one who could match Dean and that video is prroof.

[@gragrn]

Her voice is pitch perfect too. Amazing comic timing from both, love it!

[@brianfuller7691]

Dino and Caterina were good friends and really respected each other. It showed every time they performed together. It was also apparent how talented both were.

[@rodywithers3536]

And this perennially vivacious performer is still alive, recently celebrating her 90th birthday. Marvellous teaming up with the equally talented Dean Martin who made everything look so easy. Thanks for featuring these two wonderful artists and especially drawing attention to Caterina's effortless musicianship.

[@kathyflorcruz552]

This was delightful, Fil. I smiled through the whole thing. And you're breakdown stellar, as usual. Thank you!💙

[@freespiritwithnature4384]

I know right! Fil , is the greatest storyteller ever. He’s so informative on hundreds of musicians,their genres ,but not only does he know what he’s talking about,he’s so genuine. You can’t fake that smile . Someone who’s a rocker , knows so much more about music my grandparents,and my parents grew up with,so I’m always learning something new. Top notch,as my papa would say . ❤️.

[@JulieAnne17-dn]

Aww, the Bosa Nova with these two! We watched this show when I was growing up. Thank you Fil for bringing back good memories! She is so cute!

[@RosaKay55]

I remember Catarina on Dean’s show from my childhood (I’m now 67). She was a very talented guitarist, and Dean always flirted with all the ladies on his show. A more relaxed and different time than nowadays!

[@willettej7988]

I absolutely love and respect your analyses of music from so many eras and genres. It makes your channel so multi-dimensional and continues to enrich my musical knowledge and appreciation. I wouldn’t miss a video of yours!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@agamemnonpadar5706]

Saw Catharine Valente with the Count Basie Orchestra under the direction of Thad Jones in 1986. The best was the to hear her singing while Freddie Green laid out a carpet of rhythm under her smooth voice.

[@ddgitz]

What a fun performance to highlight! I wish artists still did this sort of thing. Loved your analysis 💚

[@suehollar2578]

Fun to watch! I remember watching the Dean Martin and the Golddiggers Show with my parents. He was so good looking!

[@aylbdrmadison1051]

They were both so charming together. ^-^

[@rcsproject627]

Great chemistry between the two.

[@thomasbrady8056]

It is IMPOSSIBLE to not smile while watching Dino have fun. I love your Dean Martin analyses.

[@dirkandi]

Thank you very much! Caterina Valente is the perfect example for what is soo missed in many of todays "artists"! Not only could she do anything - singing, dancing, acting, playing instruments, but throughout her incredible career she remained very humble and very kind. I adore this woman and she will always be my biggest role model and idol! By the way - you look very cute!

[@tiffsaver]

Just a note to say how much I enjoy the tremendous VARIETY of your music critiques. Most people just stick to one genre, but you "cover the waterfront," my brother, with class and good will. Keep up the good work!

[@JC-Denton]

You know, back in my youth, childhood actually, she used to be quite popular here in Germany, too. And was frequent visitor in the TV-Shows. Therefore I had always had this image of her in mind, of being kinda light and mainstream. Only until recently I have realized what a worldwide and talented star she really was...

[@Jovolution]

Caterina was a number One Star in Germany and worldwide. She was singer ( in many languages), dancer, artist, movie actor and Show maker. In a movie together with Bill Haley and and and .. don't forget her genious brother and multi instrumentalist Silvio Francesco.

[@mightyV444]

That was fun to watch, thank you Fil! :-) I remember Caterina Valente being on German TV aaall the time during my childhood, during the 70's through to the early 80's, and I'd always gotten a somewhat arrogant vibe off her, like she was being a bit of a show-off with her multi-language knowledge. But anyway, I must say I am indeed surprised to learn she used to actually play the guitar and very well, too! Makes me see her in a slightly different light, and she comes across here as really quite charming, too :-) This song also reminds me of some of the stuff Carol Kaye was demonstrating in her documentary. And one more thing I'd like to add, Valente used to also perform together with her brother Silvio Francesco a lot :-)

[@dirkandi]

Caterina always was a very humble, kind and completely down to earth gal! Germans just couldn't cope with her worldwide success as they claimed her to be exclusively "theirs" and were not at all familiar with her many talents and her broad spectrum. Although you don't hear from her much nowadays you'd be surprised for how many artists she still is the ultimate role model as it really doesn't get any better than her!

[@valeriataylor8337]

I like Dean very much. Everyone who duets with him is always so at ease. I've known he was a very likable person and people really liked to be with him. A huge example of delightful duets are the medleys Dean and Sinatra used to do. Even who is musically illiterate - like me - can see how effortless they do their thing while clowning and having fun. It is sure a different level of entertaining when you have fun, laugh and their natural talent and charm (and chemistry) make it all so unique.

[@joefenech6839]

I never heard of her, Fil...and I am not sure why? Great find and review!

[@BlueShadow777]

Brilliant! Nothing like this anymore! Just as Dean and Caterina are a breath of fresh air amongst today's madness, you too Fil are a similar breath of fresh air... keep it going.

[@skeletonmakesgood]

Caterina is flirting every bit as hard as Dean is. It's all in fun and entertainment. Two incredibly talented people. Thanks Fil!

[@markjroberts43]

Imitation is the greatest form of flattery...

[@ianshortall3356]

That was amazingly entertaining, she was so talented, loved the analysis also Mr. Fil...

[@jamesneilsongrahamloveinth1301]

Valuable analysis of an iconic entertainment moment. Maybe worth mentioning also that among Caterina's many talents on display here is conducting. She is not just in control of Dean, in control of her playing, in control of her singing - at the end she is in control of the orchestra. It is she who conducts the grand finale, bringing the orchestra in and bringing them off (presumably through the intermediary of the MD) with perfect clarity . . .

[@roberthorn333]

The coming together of different styles and getting the entertainment across to the audience and adding in the humor element. I miss the kind of television that we had back then.

[@suehollar2578]

Yes!

[@barbaradownie3265]

WE WERE BLESSED WITH A GALAXY OF STARS 😍😍😍

[@kash_88]

It's unbelievable how much you can learn watching this channel and is so entertaining at the same time. I found Fil on youtube few weeks ago and have been watching his videos everyday, best things in life happen to be free 😁

[@diamondbed86]

It is so fun going through all of your videos. So diverse and wonderful!

[@jamminwithjambo7729]

How could Dean not flirt!!!???!!! The Dean Martin Show definitely was an American favorite. I must say Catelina was spot on and a perfect conductor. Thanks for the chords Fil. 😎👍🏽🎶🔥♥️🔥🎶

[@valeriataylor8337]

he would flirt with any one wearing skirts! haha it was part of his act

[@mdarrenu]

Two of the greatest entertainer ever - entertaining the audience and themselves so effortlessly.

[@DarkVillager]

to be able to coordinate that with a live studio band in those days and to get the mix right for tv too.. wow

[@louisb5563]

This was fun! I saw this when you released this but I felt I couldn't comment b/c I was caught up in their chemistry instead of her playing although I watched your analysis. I just now watched it a 2nd time focusing on her playing w/better appreciation of your analysis. Another great one, great job Fil! P.S. We did survive that tornado!

[@lorellstoneman74]

She just seems to have such a mastery of the whole situation....take charge...makes it look so easy...such a quick thinker....wow. nice.

[@TheLonesometoad]

Current entertainers need to take a step back and drink up the talent and abilities oozing from these vintage stars. No electronics, sampling, pitch manipulation. Actual musicians and singers having the times of their lives while executing near-perfect performances. It just doesn't get any better.

[@mvdeehan]

I just read about her passing at age 93 in the NYT’s and clicked the link to the Dean Martin video and then to your analysis. A superbly talented entertainer indeed. Thanks for explaining the chord work so well and for highlighting her talent.

[@cstarv]

love both of them. Have albums from both. I was named after her, have a lot of issues getting people to spell my name right. She was a great singer in multiple languages. Pretty much the only thing my German mother and hispanic father could agree on.

[@skyllarrk]

Awww, that video used to be my feel-good video ♥️ Still gives me such a big smile.

[@mevrammcoyoteV8f150]

Yes..I own Dino's records..love him..my top three coolest entertainers to ever live..Elvis..Dean..Keith Richards..thanks Fil

[@lynndow3185]

That's a lovely assortment, Mark!

[@debishaw9355]

Soooooo Dean Martin! Love it. My dad would sing his songs for us kids in the early 60’s, maybe late 50’s and we kept laughing until he was done.Catarena is a great performer. Have never heard her perform before. Thank you for the analysis, Fil.

[@barbaradownie3265]

I LOVE CATERINA AND DEAN. CATERINA ALSO SANG WITH BILL HAILEY AND THE COMETS "VIVA LE ROCK AND ROLL" 😍😍😍😍😍 KZbin HAD A VIDEO OF HER SINGING WITH BILL HAILEY.

[@dakota3718]

ohhhh God I loveeeee Dean Martins voice, it’s so soft & smooth, it relaxes me

[@robertkroberjr.157]

Thank you Fil! This brought tears to my eyes. When I was little, my Dad used to sing to the radio. He sounded so much like Dean Martin! Many years later I found out he used to call my Mom on the phone and sing to her! Thanks again for the memories! RIP Mom and Dad!😇🙏❤

[@Relaxlifeisshort2]

I watched this many times and also noticed how good she is with those chords. So glad someone else noticed and appreciates it.

[@phantomrockerr]

I saw stuff like this in my childhood. I was 7 when this was on tv. Dean was a great singer,actor and comedian.

[@ugodagostino06]

Glad you appreciate Caterina. So do I.

[@katherinea.rodgers8366]

Dean was so entertaining! It was always fun watching his show.

[@robinflea]

I’ve always loved him, he never really would rehearse. It’s so cool to see you go over these older famous singers. Love watching you and can tell when you’re enjoying it with that big smile. Thanks for all you do.

[@mturner6244]

That was simply fabulous; thank you!

[@theartistformerlyknownashe1279]

I would sneak down stairs to watch the Johnny Carson show whenever Dean Martin was on. I was 7 to 10 years old and didn't get all of his innuendos but I knew they were funny. Hearing my Mom and Dad laughing so hard made it even better. Still the best memories I have. Thanks Fil. By, the way, you talk about her guitar playing but her voice is exquisite.

[@Queenie_Francie]

I love how you smiled throughout the video of Dean and Caterina. They were both wonderful, watching this again brought back so many memories of sitting on the living room floor watching Dean's show. Oh, the memories. My parents never missed his show and sometimes we were allowed to stay up and watch.

[@joedeliman]

Fil,I really love the way you dissect every style of music that is presented. I remember watching this performance,and being entertained by not only the technical side,but the pure comedic value as well. Thanks!

[@ljukgeebee4402]

Not tuned in for a while due to commitment in work but glad i did tonight this is awesome. Great analysis Fil. Stay safe. 🙏

[@JoelWelter]

This was a great analysis. I can't pretend to understand, nor remember the complexities, but I appreciate the skill involved by both her and you to understand and use these chords. Cheers!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@CCoburn3]

Cute video. Baah is not quite the lyrics of "Everybody Loves Somebody," but Dino sang it well. And she was great. They both had tremendous talent.

[@BOOMNERD51]

Thanks for all the chord progressions , Fil!

[@pedronovas1034]

que sensacional...adoro a caterina Valente. Cantando música brasileira então, é um sonho.

[@YogZab]

Hi from Toronto! A talent whose live shows were legendary was Bobby Darin. Incredible. Multi- instrumentalist and a singer with the best timing I've seen in a concert. And the poor man was dying in his last tv specials, whisked off backstage to oxygen masks after performing. Lonesome Whistle & Midnight Special (plus the mega medlies) could be the greatest live tv broadcasts I've ever seen. And his band, wow, so clean, so spot on. Perfection. Try Bobby!

[@digitalbrand5510]

Love Deano!

[@BerndHessMusic]

superb explanation of these incredible chords. and a superb video, from the both, of course.

[@ainsleyperry5192]

Wings of Pegasus, The skill of Dean Martin was to have a T.V. show in which he turned up for the recording of the show with no rehersal's at all. Everyone else had been rehersing for 4 days. They all knew where the camera's etc where. Caterina and Dean was just a nice return to a simpler past. Another one to watch is Dean Flirting with Petula Clark is magic right down to the little pinch of Petula's bottom. Dean and Petula were good friends while she was in L.A. All harmless fun from the day. Thank you for this. Cheers, Chris Perry.

[@ralphsalotto-ld5xe]

Best yet. Those were the days of "Entertainment."

[@hank6887]

Smoothest cat that ever will live! The original OG.

[@MrDjslav5]

She melt's my heart to the floor every time I watch this. Definition of charmingly talented!

[@jazzpunk]

This was great! Love your chords/voicings explanation, too. Initially, I thought it was a lot of 9th chords. Dean was quite a "player", huh? She's Italian, too...so she could handle him. :-)

[@Paul-fq9pj]

Dean .. wot a guy .. woman loved him natural charm in bucket loads

[@marypulley6512]

I am a Huge fan of Dean Martin, especially his love songs. He has the smoothest voice. I tried to never miss a show he was on.

[@cherylann9781]

Dean had usually had a few cocktails before they taped. He was fearless on stage. I always loved his voice. My mom played a lot of Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra.

[@gryphongryph]

Cheryl Bailey - not sure of that, there was once a special made about him, where one person that was invited to perform on the show though that Dean was a bit drunk, but when the set ended Dean was totally sober! It had al been an act, the tipsy ness was more like a persona thing for his show...

[@jennycraigadventures3314]

gryphongryph This was my understanding as well; Dean’s drinking on stage was his schtick. Jerry Lewis said his “whiskey” was actually apple juice.

[@lindashelley3635]

Jenny & Craig Adventures Not only Jerry, but everyone who knew Dean, or worked with him, always said in the same thing in interviews, that it was usually Martinellas apple juice that he drank onstage. Not that he was teetotal, but he was really only a social drinker. He was not the ‘party animal’ that people thought he was. That was his best friend Sinatra, who loved to stay up all night with his hangers-on. Dean would always be the first one to leave because he liked to be up early in the morning to play golf. Dean himself explained that the ‘lovable boozer’ image was one he and his manager came up with after he split with Jerry and went solo.

[@jasonlewkomusic]

I have a Deano album and this was a very nice interaction between the two. I'll never forget the first time I saw "Kiss Me Stupid" in a hotel room when on vacation in Paris. Killed myself laughing.

[@dnstone1127]

They still had real style and class in 1960s, it's been downhill ever since.

[@aylbdrmadison1051]

There have and always will be charmers and harmers alike. Those who are strong and confident enough to be gentle, tolerant, and have compassion, and those too weak to be anything but greedy and self-serving, aggressive and even violent. The main difference between then and now, is we quite literally have *more of everything.* But that means that both entertainment and media have been ultimately corrupted by capitalism without democracy to keep it at bay.

[@JeffinLowerAlabama]

Fil like how you break songs down, great melodies broken down to the notes are very interesting, thank you, Jeff in LA USA

[@suzannerobbins6293]

Hi Fil! When I was about four or five would go watch him at the movies with Jerry Lewis, and others. Missed the duo when they broke up! To my young ears and eyes Dean was the greatest! Thanks for showcasing him tonight! ✌️

[@kitheskethharvey3576]

I am so glad that, a, Valente's astonishing talent and musicianship is being noted by your generation: she is unpardonably forgotten within her own lifetime, and that b. that she handles Dean's cheesy come-on not just with the confidence of an empowered woman but with the grace and humour of those pre-millenial days when we were allowed to laugh rather than reach for the Twitter

[@BOOMNERD51]

Very informative and fun. I was about 160myom and I 40 years apart fully charmed by Dean's charm and self-deprecating humor and my Dad digging Lena Horne, Ella Fitzgerald. It was do cool as a shy dorky teenager with older parents to have this cool little club where generations didn't matter. I'm drawing a blank but we have a CD heard on alternative station on Rhapsody. We can't remember her name but she's also Italian and foes this fast rhythmic section like Caterina Did in One Note Samba.

[@giuseppesavaglio8136]

Man, this man rarely rehearsed. The less he rehearsed the better the show was. Everything he did was mostly ad lib and he still managed to be entertaining without hogging the lime light from his guests. Dean was "The Mr Cool of Class".

[@hollywood6829]

A little late to the party here but this is pretty wild - I've been a fan of hers for ages, which is one thing. But I had literally just watched that video, which I bookmarked probably 15 years ago, immediately before randomly finding myself here. Also you're awesome so please keep up the good work.

[@MsHelord]

Just amazing clip! Thank you.... great explanation, too! :))))

[@celinhabr1]

I'm brazilian and her portuguese accent is cute, she speaks very well but we can hear the Italian in there haha. This was a great performance.

[@canalmusicaefutebol4587]

I am Brazilian and musician , however, never played one bossa nova song due to be very difficult the chords. I admire the songs, but it is difficult to play them. Bossa nova is not just samba , but samba plus America jazz, the combination is absolutely amazing !

[@charmerci]

Anyone notice how much she was in absolute control of the whole thing? And listen to that big band - 17 musicians suddenly snapping (and stopping) into a giant wall of sound faster than you can snap your fingers.

[@stevec.1802]

Thank You- Spot on, and well analyzed. Great observation of not just Caterina’s musical talent, but of the natural rapport and interaction she had with Dean, which is as much of a talent as her guitar and vocal skills. And, I believe she was singing in Portuguese.

[@cmustaine2194]

Dean Martin not flirting is like Fil not being breathtaking..

[@garythomas4431]

You cover all the bases Phil. Dean was so good at everything he did. I watched his TV shows growing up and still love watching Dean interact with people on KZbin vids. Caterina is gorgeous and such a talent. Discipline was just part of life back then..as was talent. Thanks for sharing this jem.

[@BakiWien]

I teach theatre at private academy in Vienna and I always recommend this video to my students as an example for charisma -> Caterina has loads of it, just watch her outshine the sun...

[@8bits5]

O português dela é muito bom, parece Brasileira

[@lauroricher51]

Grazie mille, Fil.

[@TheMrZif]

That was in depth and informative. She is an excellent guitar player. Just like Charo and her flamenco style. They make it look easy and it isn't. You know they spent a lifetime practicing.

[@waffle98501]

For extra fun, Dean generally did not rehearse. So, keeping the song correct is a major challenge. In addition, Dean also sings Italian.

[@mrblue8439]

I grew up listing to Dean Martin on tapes.

[@jazzauduc2150]

WHO are you anyway? You've accomplished such a brilliant work here, such an accurate comment!, it was ages since we didn't watch someone analyzing a short performance (forgotten for almost everyone nowadays...) with such talent! It's been a pleasure and a privilege to listen to you, and we'll share your video so that many other friends will enjoy it as much as we did. Congratulations whoever you are.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks! Here's a bit about me ☺ wingsofpegasus.com/bio

[@jazzauduc2150]

@@wingsofpegasus Really, you just don't realize: As a matter of fact, when I was a kid (from 7-8 to 11-12 years old) I was "in love" with Caterina Valente, yes indeed!..

[@jazzauduc2150]

@@wingsofpegasus And now about YOU (or better said your Music): Yes, we listened to "That's Metal "to my ears" and really enjoyed it. It was ages since we didn't listen to Metal! (Let's say at least sth like 3-4 years, yes.)

[@jazzauduc2150]

@@wingsofpegasus And this (third) answer to tell you that I had recorded 2 years ago about 40 seconds of this KZbin video with Caterina Valente & Dean Martin, in order to welcome telephone callers with my answering machine: I thus filter people according to their musical taste...

[@jazzauduc2150]

@@wingsofpegasus And Best Wishes, Best MUSICAL Wishes.

[@paulablissett9396]

'EVERYBODY LOVES SOMEBODY SOMETIME', Yeah, Dean and the 'Rat Pack', nothing like them, in the 60's, of course Caterina, in her own right, she can strum, and oh, what a voice!

[@ThisTrainIsLost]

That performance certainly takes me back. Before I discovered rock and roll on the radio (sort of like the main character in Lou Reed’s “Rock ‘n’ Roll”) the radio in my home played the popular MOR music of the day. Other than saying that I remember Martin’s tv show and others of its ilk, I have nothing in particular to say about this video, except that it’s pleasantly nostalgic, for which I thank you. However, speaking more generally, there is something about the arrangements and/or the orchestrations of the MOR music of the 60’s that is like a time stamp, making that music instantly identifiable by my ear as being from that period. I just can’t put my finger on exactly what the musical cue is that unites the songs of that era into an identifiable whole. Perhaps you, Fil, could tell me what it is that I’m hearing. Other than that, I really enjoyed this video, especially the fact that you took the performance seriously. Keep up the good work! I’m a perpetual student and you provide me with so much information. Again, thank you! 😎🎶

[@peterchartrand4465]

Last throes of the '50's booze culture, and yet you managed to extract a fascinating analysis as usual, thanks.

[@lynndow3185]

Dean was flirting with the camera, too!

[@miekenetters4291]

Thanks for this video and your great comments about Caterina I am a great fan off her for me She is Simply The Best

[@floydshambles]

thanks for introducing me to caterina. be watching more videos from her, for sure

[@marcscordato4385]

Antonio Carlos Jobim was to Brazil what frank Sinatra was to America . The Bossa nova was so beautiful so romantic it was a wonderful time in modern music history . PS Jobim and Sinatra did collaborate as they were fans of each other .

[@anthonyperdue3557]

Dean doing his version of Hank's I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry is pure Gold!

[@pg-zr9hg]

Oglądałem ich występ wiele razy. Są tacy naturalni i wspaniali !

[@RoryVanucchi]

Ther's a great clip of Frank Sinatra with Antonio Carlos Jobim doing Wave and Ipanema from Sinatra TV special circa 1967