British guitarist analyses Dean Martin live in 1964!

Tonight I'm taking a look at 'The King of Cool' Dean Martin live in 1964! \m/
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[@truzak2117]

You cannot help but smile watching Dean perform. You just can't. It's impossible. As they say, he was the king of cool.

[@peterdowney1492]

Elvis Presley according to Dean's daughter coined that (sure others did as well). But you're right about not helping but smile., he was also 'The King of Pure Joy'.

[@randybailin4902]

Dean Martin was the quintessential Italian crooner. Extraordinary vocalist with impressive vocal control. I can listen to him all day.

[@fayetaylor919]

It only takes one or two notes and you know its Dean. One of the most beautiful voices ever ❤️

[@oneforchange5920]

Dean's greatest gift was the ability to make it look so fun and easy.

[@dianemarie8873]

Everybody's gaga over Frank, who definitely was an icon, but I always liked Dean better. He makes me laugh too! 😁

[@bradsmack1]

You bet, Diane! Dino, especially during Rat Pack gigs, would joke quite a lot during his songs. So much so, that he would tell the audience, "Hey, if you want 'em straight, buy the records!"

[@snowleopard7952]

Diane Marie i always like Dean better too. Dont know what people seen in Frank.

[@barbaradownie3265]

DEAN HANDS DOWN !!! 😍😍😍😍

[@kathyflorcruz552]

Each shone in their own great way.

[@Fingercheck]

@@bradsmack1 totally agree with you! Frank, while certainly an icon was stiff, slightly arrogant and lacked the buckets of charm that Dean naturally had.

[@furtherdefinitions1]

Dean Martin was genuinely what he appeared to be. A relaxed, engaging stage presence and persona, a great sense of humor.

[@curtrice1822]

Thank you for doing one on Dean. Frank was always a musical narcissist, but didn’t have the persona that Dean had naturally. I knew Jerry Lewis to a degree, and he stated that Frank thought he was the King of Las Vegas-but Dean actually was, and was the only person who could tell Frank “no”. Dean’s relaxed style of Singing was actually his true character. He would go into a recording session, joke around, kick back, and just sing. He never let himself get worked up over anything-including his famous TV shows. Thank you again for putting Dean out there who may be just a bit too young to appreciate him!!

[@andrewsafarik5060]

When I was a kid the quirky way that Dean held that cigarette charmed me, little did I know it was the result of busted up hands from boxing as a youth. We forget what tough lives these men and women who lived very difficult lives in the years of the depression and World War II before fame and fortune kissed them.

[@tribbles2955]

You beat me to it. Dean was touchy about his hands. In self deprecating humor he said he was to dumb to know that you were supposed to tape your hands before a match.

[@nikdel3151]

The greatest entertainer ever, and let's not forget, this was 100% live. Great choice, Fil !

[@MrsSeaHag]

I love Dean Martin! He could sing, act and make you laugh. His “roasts” were legendary!

[@rescuelover7891]

Dean had a voice you could not mistake for anyone else. He had confidence but didn't seem to have an ego. He was funny and relatable. He really had it all. Thanks Fil❤.

[@snowleopard7952]

Dean has always been one of the best. Thank you for remembering him⭐️

[@arealmench]

He wasn't a big drinker. The loveable drunky character was just an act. He always had apple juice in his glass on stage. However, Dean did let himself go and start drinking heavily after his son died.

[@rookmaster7502]

That Dean wasn't a big drinker and this was mostly just an act was also verified by Sammy Davis Jr. during an interview years later.

[@badplay156]

I saw an interview with someone, I think it was a member of the rat pack, who said Martin would be one of the first to arrive at every party, have one drink so everyone saw him with and then be the first to leave. His drunkenness was just part of his act.

[@jacobusbaker9285]

Dean didn't drink , he froze it and ate like a popsicle..

[@bernadettekettenring6534]

A real Star but a human 🌟😏

[@stflaw]

True. Sinatra was the drunk in the Rat Pack, and a nasty drunk at that.

[@RoryVanucchi]

Dean made everything look easy. Comedy. Vocals. Acting. TV Host. Westerns. His TV show was one of the best ever. The older guys did everything. Bing Crosby, Sammy Davis, Fred Astaire, Frank Sinatra were multi-talented.

[@elizabeths50]

While I loved all of these singer/actors, Dean Martin was hands down my favorite. His Matt Helm shows from the 60s were awesome, they were spoofs on James Bond

[@albertschepis]

Yeah, I enjoyed and respected all that even as a kid. It's a bygone era we'll never see again.

[@timlummus1766]

Diddos Rory Dean is THE class act! Your comment is spot on to my way of thinking. Dean, by far the best lounges singer there ever was . Like Fil says he is an entertainer.

[@sanford943]

@@elizabeths50 the movies of course were way different than the books.

[@christyshultz6443]

Let's see he had it all he had to look he had the ability to sing he was an amazing writer and he was very good when it came to putting his show together so yeah he had it all. And he made it look very easy I love that show The Dean Martin show.

[@julierivera450]

My husband and I gave our son the middle name Dean as we liked Dean Martin movies and loved his songs. We especially liked, "My rifle, my pony, and me" from the movie Rio Bravo. Gets my full attention every time.

[@mdarrenu]

Dean loved entertaining people by entertaining himself. He just wanted you to smile. And he was damn good looking.

[@winterlane2247]

Does anyone remember the Matt Helm series of movies starring Dean? He was great

[@sodoffbaldrick3038]

Loved Mart Helm!

[@samanthab1923]

Winter Lane Loved those! Found them the same time I watched the Flint movies.

[@probyperson1]

They’re actually screening the Matt Helm movies in the U.K. every few weeks on Sony Movies Classics...

[@Roxy-ch4gv]

I loved those

[@JSB1882]

YES! I loved those movies so much better than the Connery/Moore Bond films.

[@Will_DiGiorgio]

My favorite entertainer, incredibly talented movie star, recording star, singer, comedian... Knocked the Beatles off the #1 spot with Everybody Loves Somebody, could have been bigger than Sinatra... He didn't want to be. Incredibly complicated man, and most definitely not a drunk.

[@maggidon90]

[@katesleuth1156]

Will Martell Dean was very funny. If you watch his show from the 70’s you will see his talent for comedy. Much of the writing for the show was corny but Dean always managed to get laughs with his persona.

[@mrHoppedupford]

@@katesleuth1156 He never even rehearsed. He would read the scripts a couple days before the show and did a lot of improvisation.

[@peterblack3665]

The most effortless singer of all time. The words just flow so smoothly.......

[@phantomrockerr]

Deano is great. He was a great singer,actor and human being.

[@sharonraizor2839]

He was great in Rio Bravo

[@davidcook7887]

Sharon Raizor What a dude.

[@CassandrashadowcassMorrison]

@@sharonraizor2839 Dino was also great in FIVE CARD STUD with Robert Mitchum and Inger Stevens.

[@d.ginosacco8192]

Let's not get crazy... He was a great performer and a great friend... A good person was a bit of a stretch. Cheating on wives was normal back then but still.... A good person doesn't do that. We all have our faults...I do, you do. Forgiveness is also part of the human condition.

[@anthonyxuereb792]

Is is Deano or Dino?

[@viacrucis2509]

I never considered Dean Martin the best vocalist of the period, just my favorite. His timing, delivery, charisma and frickin coolness were so damn irresistible that people were just drawn to him. And he was not intimidated by Sinatra or the Mob.

[@TonyfromBham]

When these classic videos crank up and Fil’s face is filled with admiration and respect-That’s my favorite KZbin moment.

[@rpudas754]

Ya I look for that too . Its like your not enjoying it alone . That's better, I think.

[@novusmundi]

Same here. That is half of what makes his videos so much fun.

[@maryannanderson7517]

The biggest ever difference between a talking voice and a singing voice is Jim Nabors. Dean has a difference but in my opinion it is no contest between him and Jim Nabors. Nabors sounds like a totally different person and I'm not sure how much of his talking voice is for real and how much is a part of his Gomer Pyle persona.

[@lindalou6105]

Me too

[@tribbles2955]

@@lindalou6105 Same here.

[@maggidon90]

"Excuse me, Jerry" 😂😂 I adore Dean. He was such a funny and talented singer and performer!

[@eighthoneknows8273]

Dino Paul Crocetti was an Italian Stallion. My favorite thing Ive read about him, was that he prayed every night, and hated small talk. No, he was not a drunk in real life, he was a classy guy, a real family man.

[@tboudreau5239]

I was 10yo and lived for his TV show. Still swoon when I hear that voice.

[@albertschepis]

Me too, and I'm a guy, lol.

[@fredkatz2228]

I believe he drew more fans than any other television celebrity he had a massive following. Natural!

[@mrblue8439]

Dean Martin would have been incredible to watch live in concert. Dean Martin was one of the kings of cool. Up there with James Dean and Steve McQueen

[@mrblue8439]

A friend of my mother's actually got to see Dean Martin live

[@stanatkins]

Lucky woman.

[@michaelserby7697]

A long time ago ... so many people who got Sad in his last years . When his son died so young,Dean was devastated and went downhill after.quickly RIP Dean. 🇺🇲 💙

[@puddysue]

Dean's voice was like honey... so smooth and effortless.

[@clashfan2875]

Dean was an enormous fan of the group The Mills Brothers. He patterned his singing style after theirs, most specifically after Harry Mills. You might find them interesting as well as in their early recordings they would "play" their own instruments. What I mean is it would sound as if there was a trombone or a trumpet playing but in reality, it would be them making the sounds. Their harmonies are also something to be envied.

[@d.ginosacco8192]

You have researched well. He loved the Mills brothers. I do too. Check them out. You won't be disappointed.

[@lifetools-help8017]

You are incredible, Professor Fil! Your musical knowledge is superb! Even more amazing is your excellent presentations! You are a teacher and so fun! This is a perfect example of the great extent of your talents!

[@alexcerdan4500]

Yeah, he does such a great job always.

[@beatlessteve1010]

Can u imagine a video of all your viewers with their hand on their Adams apple ... Going... "Daaaahhh" simultaneously?.. lol.. I absolutely love Dean... What an entertainer.. and personality and tremendous singer.. there is this unmistakable attraction he invited. Just with his smile.. . but he had it whatever it is

[@Judy0910]

I was thirteen when this song was out. It knocked the Beatles out of the number one spot that year. I came in from school and the song playing that day was this one. It was driving me crazy because I wanted to buy the record. My mom knew who he was and told me. I was shocked. The next day, she bought me the record and I loved it. Dean also had an American southern accent.

[@gejuje]

Not my usual style of music, but nobody was as relaxed and cool on stage, as Dean Martin

[@tullfan7872]

Bryan Ferry, Boz Scaggs?

[@elvis616]

Elvis was a fan of Dean.

[@lavonnehensley9993]

He has laughing, dancing eyes. He loves entertaining and people loved watching him.

[@debbeborders5762]

I remember watching Dean Martin on TV as a kid. The family had one TV and my parents chose which of the 3 channels we watched. So we watched Dean's show every week. Even as a kid I knew he was entertaining. Good memories.

[@ericheine2414]

Fantastic Entertainer, incredible vocal, and one of the greatest natural senses of timing. He was a family man, a great golfer, and drinking was part of his act. Mostly he drink apple juice. Al Torrieri had a Vegas band called the Vagabonds, he worked with Jackie Gleason. AL bought 165 Acres for $20,000 in 1950 in the Sonoma Valley. Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Tony Bennett, Sammy Davis jr., and Patsy Cline used to all come to the house and sit by the swimming pool. There was one wall with photographs of all of them. And downstairs there was a music room with a collection of instruments. No matter what you played they had one, Reeds, trumpet, Coronet, French horn, oboe, guitars, A beautiful vintage harp, keyboard, flute, violin, dobro, dulcimer, stand up bass, you name it they had it. They would all hang out, make Italian food, drink, and take turns doing a number. Just like a bunch of old friends that like to have a good time and play music. When you looked at the photograph wall it was a collection of eight by tens of all these famous entertainers from Vegas. They were all ladies and gentlemen who enjoyed each other's company, and had an elegant sense of style and grace, that is now something of a bygone era. The lifestyle wasn't an act it was like an unwritten code of conduct. This guy was a class act.

[@dos-fslady3140]

Eric -- I want to give you a bone-crushing hug for providing this marvelous story. Yes, the unwritten code of conduct. I lived in Vegas in the early 70's, and it was already starting to change -- but I still was able to see some absolutely stellar shows. And, downtown was still fun and a bit trashy ... or more than a bit ... with the door hucksters, etc., and 50-cent shrimp cocktails at the Four Queens. Dang I miss so much of the old times. With gratitude, Lynn in Albuquerque

[@billj8148]

I met Sandy Hackett (Buddy Hacket's son), back in the early '80s, and he said the same thing; apple juice.

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

I’m three martinis in🍸🍸🍸 Dean is awash in charm and talent and alcohol. He was funny, flirty, handsome and just so wonderful. He had an amazing voice

[@michaelmckenna6464]

Dean Martin’s comedy was spontaneous. He didn’t like to rely on scripted material, feeling that it detracted from true comedy.

[@maggidon90]

All true!

[@lechatbotte.]

Dean loved singing. He was honest. Frank was just a pain. Dean never took himself serious. You can listen to him now and fall in love with his style even now

[@usaneebeilles9510]

How beautiful. Simply perfect in all areas, his way of singing~ Dean Martin. Loved his music. He'll always be remembered

[@raythackston1960]

There was nobody who could sing like Dean. He just opened his mouth and this huge voice came out. I love to hear him sing even today. He has a huge range in his voice...he showed it often in his T.V. show.

[@mikephalen3162]

Dean Martin was so at ease, so likable. He definitely added something to the Rat Pack. He held his own with Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr., and just seemed so natural, a star that didn't act like a star. His acting was good. He played well in a drama like The Young Lions and was just so natural in westerns with John Wayne. His voice was distinctive and set him apart from crooners of that era like Sinatra, Mel Torme, Tony Bennett, and lesser talents like Vic Damone, Andy Williams, Perry Como.

[@jackrichiedei]

I'm a rocker born in 51. Class of 69 he and clint eastwood were who I wanted to be like . What a voice .

[@SpottedQ]

As a child I had the biggest crush on him - never went away. Still think he has a beautiful and rich voice.

[@jjohnjoni]

One of my favorite crooners! Loved him.

[@yathatsright5958]

Dean Martin, THE coolest cat to ever walk the face of this earth!

[@ginahalsey6749]

A friend of mine told me such a sweet experience she had with Dean Martin when she was a young child. She had a friend that belonged to country club and would take her along as a guest most days one summer, so they could go to the swimming pool. She did not have money to buy drinks or snacks, but loved playing in the pool. Dean Martin was a member there and noticed she couldn’t buy herself treats like the other kids did. He told her “I sure would like to have an ice cream but don’t want to eat alone; would you please join me for an ice cream and keep me company?” They sat at the counter enjoying their ice cream and visiting. She said he did it every day for the rest of the summer. I heard many stories of his kindness.

[@timothykscarborough7047]

I was first introduced to Dean Martin when I was a child and my mother always , loved him and as watched him, I could see why. He was multi talented, handsome, great actor, wonderful voice, and funny! I still remember one time when he was getting ready to sing;; there piano and the piano accompaniest was sitting in front of the piano, and Dean jumped on top of the piano and he laid on his side and then SLID across the top and as he did that, the piano collapsed to the floor with him on it! Of course it was a collapseable piano!! But the look on his face was priceless! He stood up, brushed himself off and said "Why didn't someone warn me how dangerous these things are? Well, I'll never do THAT again!" Everyone (including my mom and I) nearly died of laughter!! That is my first memory of "Dino"; You could probably find his TV shows on YT along with the episode when he made an entrance at the beginning of a program when he decided to slide down that fire station pole too, which was posted in a previous comment! He would do just about anything for a laugh! I don't think it was the writers' idea..it was his!! He was brilliant! When he passed away they broke the mold, there will never be anyone like him ever...Loved him! Thank you ,Fil for reminding me of a wonderful treasure we had in him and thank you for discovering him at your young age and your compliments toward him which he has always deserved!!!!!And especially, Mr Martin, thanks for the memories....RIP! Rose🙋🌹

[@DrDespicable]

According to Dean, in an interview, the glass and/or cigarette were essentially props, used to disguise his hands, which he thought ugly and embarrassing. When boxing in his youth, he neglected to wrap his hands, and as a result, his fingers do look a bit gnarled and twisted, when not holding something. I loved Dean - but then, everybody did. Frankly, I thought he was funnier in his way than Jerry. Dean had a great sense of humor and didn't take himself So Seriously.

[@lulusaintly631]

I loved watching Dean when I was a kid. There was one time on his live show when the girls had to come up one at a time and be twirled around and one got the timing wrong. She was mortified but he just laughed and said let's do it again, which they did. He didn't get on his high horse or scold her - he was very charming and I liked him for that.

[@MrChipBryant]

I actually listen to Dean Martin every night. Thank you for this video.

[@jrusso4753]

Dean has always been a hero of mine. The depth of his talent is immeasurable. That voice! The swagger. The comedy. All so natural and unforced. Consummate entertainer. Thank you, Fil. Another wonderful analysis.

[@henrycage8315]

Frank Sinatra adored Dean Martin. The woman adored him as well and the men wanted to be him. He was gorgeous and so damn funny with his devil may care attitude.you could not help but fall in love with the guy.He was never drunk when he worked .it was apple juice that he drank .truth be told.

[@roberthall6560]

Fil I thought you just had a PHD in Rock.... I am starting to realize that you are the Prof/Dr/PHD/MD/DDS of ALL Music. I'm being entertained and schooled. Thank you sir.

[@deborahlyle-doyle2190]

People look at you funny when you say, “that’s not a good song for me” upon a request. They think every singer should be able to sing every song, and it’s just not true. I love that you made that point. Sing where your voice sits.

[@donnawinter6816]

Nobody can critique him. He was and always will be perfect xx

[@johndavids4780]

One word that described Dean is relaxed. That made people relax and able to be receptive. I appreciated also that Dean insisted that his hit variety show be sent to Vietnam and broadcast via ARFTS to the troops every week. I live not far from Steubenville Ohio where he is considered a treasure.

[@dianefiske-foy4717]

I love Dean’s singing and acting!!! Loved him as Matt Helm, and loved him in “Rio Bravo” with John Wayne & singer Ricky Nelson & Walter Brennan. Also loved him in the movies with comedian Jerry Lewis.

[@BOOMNERD51]

Yeah, even Dan my husband admittedly "has to let you know" when Rio Bravo is on so I can swoon over Dean Martin AND Ricky Nelson singing together! Rich warm vocals, yes!

[@BOOMNERD51]

Dana!

[@deed.3230]

I used to date a guy who was a trombonist in Dean’s Las Vegas band. He worked for Dean for many years and spoke well of him. He did drink, but not excessively and not on stage. Great analysis!

[@lindawhite5006]

Dean Martin and Elvis Presley had the most beautiful voices I've ever heard! I read that Dean didn't want a weekly TV show and kept turning them down. They finally asked him what it would take for him to do it. He told them he would not rehearse, he wanted to be spontaneous, he wanted to drink and smoke during the show, he wanted his guest to be a surprise to him, he wanted to be paid a lot of money, and other things I can't remember. They agreed and he had the best show at that time. I was a teen but I watched his show every week! I also watched Johnny Carson when I knew Dean would be on there. Also when Johnathan Winters was on.

[@suehollar2578]

I like this video of Dean. He had an amazing voice. I could listen to him for hours.

[@patlarimore6960]

Most of the songs I have heard Dean Martin, it seems like his voice is singing with a smile, which makes him have a very romantic way of singing. Love it!

[@rhiannonrede]

Thank you Sooooo much! I was 8 yrs old & I loved Dean so much. I still do. Would listen to him sing the phone book! I than him now & for later, Dino, Desi & Billy.RIP, DINO.

[@Historian212]

I was 9 years old that year. This song was a MASSIVE hit. He was dreamy and I didn’t even know what dreamy was. To me, he was better than Sinatra, much more handsome and fun than Crosby, Bennett, or Como, his main contemporaries. Nice analysis, I learned a lot - and thanks for the memories!

[@giajessie7996]

Absolutely the same as me. I've had a crush on him for as long as I was old enough to know the difference between girls and boys.

[@leelee6683]

I love your impression of Dean’s speaking voice!

[@martharice1507]

I always thought Dean had such a unique singing voice, one of a kind.

[@ericeandco]

No computerized music or auto tune back then. Just talent, knowing your craft and work.

[@nancyspencer6971]

Who today compares? Master entertainer!!! and singer!!!

[@bernadettelanders7306]

Ohhh, memories of my childhood 😊

[@sharonmuzik]

I've been a fan of his for years but I never realized the difference in his talking voice and singing voice. Well done Fil !

[@corinavalher7904]

That's the first thing I noticed. You couldn't expect that his talking voice, which wasn't a pleasant one on stage, could change so drastically when he sang. I think he did it on purpose to surprise you for his great singing quality, because in movies, his talking voice, sounds natural and pleasant.

[@pamnichols7877]

The year I was born!!!! Love this song so much!!! 😂 such a comedian!!! Brings back a lot of memories!

[@cynthiaennis3107]

I LOVE his voice! Beautiful! Beautiful vibrato! ♥️ The King of Cool! Song by Ken Lane & Irving Taylor. 🙌🏼 😂 I loved him singing My Rifle, My Pony & Me in Rio Bravo! Made in 1958, came out in 1959!

[@lynndow3185]

Because I love goofy trivia..."Everybody Loves Somebody Sometime" with lyrics by Irving Taylor, who also wrote the lyrics to "Kookie, Kookie, Lend Me Your Comb" (performed by Edd Byrnes and Connie Stevens), which was featured on the TV detective show, '77 Sunset Strip'. The (fictional) address on Hollywood's Sunset Strip was next door to the real Dino's Lodge restaurant, owned by Dean Martin and partner Maury Samuels. 'Dino's Lodge' lasted for 20 years and was a backdrop for '77 Sunset Strip', with Dean occasionally appearing to greet Kookie and the detectives. Sorry, I can't help myself!

[@jamminwithjambo7729]

No need to be sorry...you are adding to Dean's story which is appropriate and appreciated.

[@cuda426hemi]

When I as a kid I bought the 45 thinking it would have the Mack-Livingston theme song but noo... 77 was a weird show - Kookie went on strike for more money - then he became a detective; they did an episode with no dialog and a Twilight Zone deserted town one..the last season was downright Sci Fi - everybody was gone except Efrem Zimbalist and it was a dark noir series, very strange no Dinos no nothing. 🎬

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

I remember watching that show when I was 5 or 6! Don't remember too much except there was a lot of hair combing.

[@gilbertspader7974]

Lighters lit , crowd chants Lynn , Lynn , Lynn ..........

[@mtp4430]

@Charles Taylor Exactly, I was about to make that same comment, but you beat me to it. It knocked A Hard Days Night out of the number one spot when it was released. It must have been very gratifying for Dino to get a number one record in the middle of the British Invasion/ Rock and Roll era Sinatra, a few years later, had a number one record when he teamed up with his daughter Nancy to record Something Stupid After having recorded all those great songs over the years it was actually Frank's only number one record But I love it all, Sinatra, Martin, and Rock and Roll

[@sschevy8558]

Love the Dean! Me and my pal built a Dean Martin Memorial Bar in our basement in his honor. Many good evenings spent there😁

[@beatlessteve1010]

Love the bar I need to stop by .. have a drink and play cards.. but no cigars.

[@MrCtsSteve]

Fil ..I'm 53 and I used to watch his Thursday night show with my grandparents. I've loved him since I was 3-4. No kidding. God gave that guy great looks ..a funny bone and ...a singing voice ..lol. There will never be another Dino

[@karlmarx5155]

This is the earliest song I remember actually hearing on the radio at the time it was popular in ‘64, I would have been only about 4 years old.

[@davidhosscowart5849]

So cool, smooth and charismatic

[@kurtisle]

Oh man. My old Mom (90 years young) loves Deano. As a consequence I have a big ol' collection of Dean and the Rat Pack. Her Alexa wakes her in the morning to Dean Martin. Thanks for covering him. He really was a great performer, beyond his singing. My Dad may have been a Jazzman, but it was Dean Martin that Mom pined for. Thanks Fil. A great hit as usual.

[@bluewaters3100]

Your mom is cool..

[@phildicks4721]

Dean was also a barber. His father was a barber and owned a shop in Stubenville OH. He taught Dean to cut hair before he started his singing career. His Dad, always practical, told him that if his singing didn't pan out, he would still have a career because everyone needed their hair cut. Dean's son Ricci even said that growing up, Dean would give him and his older brother haircuts, and that his dad was quite good at it.

[@judyedwards6902]

♥️♥️♥️🇮🇹🇮🇹 grew up on his music (along with Sinatra, Martino, etc) . He’s always been my favorite. The original Mr. Cool! ❤

[@NickRatnieks]

Elvis was massively influenced by Dean Martin- before he was a recording artist himself when he did those recordings for his mother that led him to being "discovered" at Sun Records by Marion Keisker who suggested that Sam Phillips checked him out. Elvis described Dean as "The King of Cool."

[@rae0521]

I don't believe it would be possible to be a drunk AND and international super star for over 6 decades. Martin not only had talent, he had class... can't say that about many performers these days.

[@davidpanetta6400]

According to his biography, his daughter Deanna stated that he liked to eat with the family. Then he'd go to bed and have a drink or two while watching a movie on tv. He always went to bed early so he could go golfing early in the morning. And by the way, when Dean had his variety show, he only worked one day. He did not like to rehearse. So that one day, he would tape the show and spend the other 6 days on the golf course, and spending the rest of the day with the family.

[@kenzahora9167]

Such a distinctive voice! Never duplicated!

[@Sanrio-KuRoMi37]

He’s my favorite crooner. It’s his love of life that comes through with his wit and nearly skipping while performing.

[@sherryg1838]

I remember hearing Dean sing at the beginning of “Moonstruck.” Such a great voice and song!

[@LostMyMojo100]

Loved that movie!!! Dean had a voice to remember...

[@johangreybe5552]

Lovely research you've done on the inimitable Dean Martin, Fil - compliments. I share same June 7th birthday as he (36 year difference) and was told that my "Memories are made of this" kareoke effort was the best. If I may disagree: he's talking and singing voices are pretty much similar. But otherwise, loved your presentation.

[@HH-te5km]

Listening to Dean Martin makes you happy. You can hear his sense of of fun and love of life in his tone. Listening to Sinatra...not so much. He sounds much more aggressive and sings more matter-of-factly. Sinatra never seems to be enjoying himself. He sounds tense. Dean Martin is always at ease and poised, rolling with it. I would have loved to see Dino perform live.

[@gloriajanik1981]

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[@pamr4040]

I loved watching him on his TV show...couldn't wait to see what happened when he slid down that pole to the stage! lol My mom loved him, Engelbert Humperdinck (sp?), Perry Como, and other crooners...so we had all of his/their albums when I was a kid. I still love their voices to this day. Dean had such an easy, relaxed style on stage...and not afraid to laugh at himself...endearing. 🙂🧡

[@margeanblake4356]

He had a beautiful voice and a great entertainer. I love how comfortable he is with abilities. He's always been a charming man.

[@patriciaplayford7421]

So smooth , and funny , I used to watch him in his TV show , in the late 60s , when I carried my first child , Never missed it . Sexy voice , thanks again for explaining to me these wonderful artists , I’m watching all I can find that you have done on so many artists .

[@Eowyn187]

I always wondered at how his speaking voice was so different. Jim Nabors also. Thx for the explanation. Dean was just smooth as butter. Rich voice, charming and seriously handsome. Topped off with adorable sense of humor. (My first crush 😆 damn I had good taste at ten😅 audibly and visually.)

[@Sotto_]

Jim Nabors would be a great singer to feature. The characters he portrayed contradicted his beautiful voice.

[@darlatidwell6255]

The one and only awesome Dean "Dino" Martin. Such a great performer and talented actor. Always loved him and his loveable ways. RIP and God bless.🕊️ Thanks so much Fil. 👍👍

[@uwsgrrrl9981]

I lived in Atlanta in 1971. One day walking downtown, I saw Dean Martin come out of the Hyatt Hotel with 2 blond babes, one on each arm. He was so handsome.

[@toniwilson1579]

I am still in love in Dean Martin. So in love with him that I name my new parakeet after him. My parakeet Deano love to sing with him to. So I can say I am living with Deano and having him sing to me everyday. What a life.lol

[@greggbosecke6849]

Fil. You never cease to amaze me with your ability to analyze, and as importantly explain music. Other people that have music analysis online don't hold a candle to you. Cheers.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@MultiLakewood]

Elvis was a big Dean Martin fan. “It’s Now or Never”, by Elvis has a similar sound. Thanks Fil.

[@arealmench]

Yes, Elvis and Dean and Don Ho sounded similar.

[@louiefortune]

"Welcome To My World" you can hear Dean in some of Elvis's ballads. I have Pricilla's book were she says at there California home Elvis would sometimes ride at night on his motorcycle to Deans' home and stop at the end of his driveway and wonder what he was doing.

[@mtp4430]

Nancy Fox It's Now or Never is a rewrite of the Italian classic O Sole Mio which Elvis loved. And it was re-written for him using the same melody with English lyrics that bore no relation to the Italian lyrics

[@louiefortune]

@@mtp4430, I understand it was his favorite song and sold 26 million. His first release 1960 after he got out of the army. His best selling single.

[@mtp4430]

@@louiefortune Just goes to prove how music is universal. Elvis probably had no idea what the words O Sole Mio even meant, but that amazing Melody got right inside the man's soul Music will do that to you

[@breese42]

There's just an incredible richness to his voice.

[@eugeniaruggiero5451]

Thank you so much for showing these singers who us older folks remember watching on TV eons ago❤!

[@carolynlowery920]

My mother would play Dean'o when cleaning the house. dancing on her toes when he went into his head voice...so fun to have this memory of her. Thanks

[@Paul-fq9pj]

What a cool dude always looks so relaxed and easy for Dean

[@4rcgv]

I am a huge Dean Martin fan. A stand up guy, and a true talent. Voice like butter. I wish I was as classy and good looking like him. As usual a great video, and a great MC on here.

[@robertc783]

he was butter. holy cow. my faorite crooner. even Bobby Darin could not beat this man. (RIP all of them) I would sing along to Dean to calm my babies at dusk. BUTTER/SILK. So smooth. Your love for QUALITY music is reflected in your own music. THANK YOU.for teaching me. Big fan.