British guitarist analyses The Righteous Brothers live in 1965 and beyond!

[@RobbenRomano]

I am not a musician, but I've watched a number of your videos. I'm 72 and I appreciate how you explain why these songs -- country, pop, rock and roll - that I love and are part of my early life are so good. I have a better understanding of what make music great. It's not a fluke of popularity - there are real technical and vocal factors. I can appreciate the complexity of performances. Thank you.

[@petehenson3755]

Love your comments...I am 76 years old and have heard this all my life and STILL get raised hairs on my arms and neck when they reach that last crescendo! Magic!

[@lizmcbride5659]

me too

[@georgewodicka4839]

Fil, you don't do "reaction" videos, unlike most musically lazy KZbinrs. You don't even do analysis videos. You do researched, historically accurate lessons on the history of the last half century of popular music. You are unique in what you do, and your knowledge and articulation is unparalleled. Thank you.

[@TheDivayenta]

George Wodicka exactly!!!!

[@gerard1954]

George Wodicka good point very impressive for a Brit 😆🧐 just kidding

[@qthelost]

I so agree. Love the details. That's what is fascinating and I hope Fil never stops. No one does this like Fil.

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

I am almost mad that you say they aren't analyses videos since I make the comment that he does great analyses on almost every video. But yes, he is much more. I can't believe he has built this channel up and still can create these videos and also go through the comments. But I am not at all mad, you make a great point. He is a fine humanitarian and a magnet for nice people throughout the world.

[@buckjohnson1119]

Lawrence Taylor It was meant I think 🤔 to mean, Not ‘Only’ does Fil do analysis.....Because one would have to be brain dead, to not recognize Fil’s serious talent. He meant the same as you.👍😊

[@tracerloenan8020]

Your channel should win an award = it is better than TV.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Haha thanks!

[@deloiscarroll3103]

Finally! Someone who knows what they are talking about and someone who appreciates the raw talent of these guys.

[@kat7150]

Fil, not to be too personal, but you have the best smile and kindest face when watching these videos. You have pure enjoyment and appreciation for other artists. It’s not only refreshing, it just puts me in a good mood!

[@Oceansideca1987]

These guys make my heart melt and I’m a grown ass man

[@shadowsflame_4007]

Awwww...means you're just a big old teddy bear!

[@pcarlover]

We'll put

[@larrycrawley-woods4515]

I'm with ya, brother!

[@dogparticle8409]

That's your Irish blood.

[@toms6841]

I don't know your age, but it's a good bet it's a generational thing. :)

[@23skidoo46]

Hatfield and Medley , just monstrous soul and talent

[@commonsense6967]

The best, never to be duplicated again, no doubt.

[@kasperkjrsgaard1447]

Two voices made in heaven and the production to back it up. It just can’t go wrong.

[@thomasweeks7992]

They were the Master Class

[@debrasaunders7200]

Phil Spector at his best. A hole that he was still credit where credit is due.

[@c8Lorraine1]

You don’t look old enough to know so much about these boys. A compliment that is.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@silekiernanphotography]

Fil is educated in music and is a musician, and vocalist. He is also a music educator.

[@andymark949]

Fil, please don't abandon us. You are remarkable with your analysis. So many of us love great music and it is a joy to have you breaking down the elements that make them great. Thank you so very much.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@kathlelan]

What he said about you Fil!

[@craftsonthecheap468]

Im 70 yrs old and STILL love the Righteous Brothers. I was 14 when this song came out...Wow!! Glad this generation is discovering the awesome pure music of my era...❤

[@2dimples891]

Me three! 70 this year, only look back for our great music🤗

[@corinnepmorrison1854]

I was 17 when I first heard them...in 1963... Been a mega fan ever since!! ❤️

[@dianemiller8969]

I so agree with you, I was 12 or 13 and loved when this song came on the radio. I was happy that we bought the record when I was young and listened to it a lot!

[@jcdbrw]

I was 9. My older brother bought records for me and my sister. I was a lucky girl.

[@coastdaze748]

They are discovering melodies and harmonies and actual music that requires real talent without the techno help.

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

I have a morning routine, find a new Wings of Pegasus video, click on it and click the like button right away, listen to the song and read the comments section. I saw part of his live stream and he even made a comment on his comment section, which I have been saying since he had about 40,000 subscribers. He has the nicest and most informative comment section on You Tube. Thanks to everyone that keeps this place peaceful, and thanks for Fil for being a great humanitarian.

[@robertbaker3174]

Yes Sir, welcome to my world. I will be 63 in a few months. I grew up with a transistor radio stuck to my ear. I heard everything. I witnessed the Beach Boys ,Stones and Beatles. All that stuff. It is sad to see what has become of the music industry. So cool that you and others can appreciate this.

[@tboudreau5239]

One million years and this will still give one the chills.

[@BOOMNERD51]

You said it!

[@JohnRodriguesPhotographer]

By then they might have autotune perfected.

[@JohnRodriguesPhotographer]

@Lebo leigh Leigh glad I will miss it.

[@pearlstengel7633]

Absolutely. My latest favorite. I love Bobby. So sad he got into drugs. It hurts to see how talented he was.

[@severma22]

I’ve heard about “the wall of sound “. I now know what that means. It’s amazing that the live performance sounds like recording.

[@Neal_Schier]

We always enjoy when Fil says "I don't want this video to go on too long..." No worries Fil. You could speak on these videos for a good hour or two and we would be right here!

[@paulablissett9396]

INDEED!

[@lynndow3185]

Hah! I always think that, too!

[@drewpall2598]

Neal Schier… night after night we keep coming back for more of what Fil has to say!

[@debbietimmons5454]

yep so right!

[@gilbertspader7974]

I wonder what he couldn't make interesting??? Tax code ??? Yolo O.o ???

[@JohnRodriguesPhotographer]

I seriously doubt if many groups today, taking away all their digital effects, could perform at this level. They need the crutch. The Righteous Brothers harmonies are the best. Their voices are incredible.

[@lexdunn4160]

There are so many talented musicians out there who are more than capable of performing at the highest level. The problem is that the industry is more interested in brand and merchandising than music.

[@Mike-yg8ig]

@@lexdunn4160 Righteous Broz are great and unique, no one ever sounded like them. But when it come to harmonies the Everly broz don't take a back seat to anyone.

[@rbeck3200tb40]

Darryl Hall and John Oats were pretty close to this

[@franmellor9843]

That says a lot about the lack of real talent TODAY

[@Mike-yg8ig]

@@rbeck3200tb40 You know what...I forgot about them. You're right they were damn good. I think we were all focused on that era, the 60's. But Hall and Oates were excellent, good call.

[@sandyleewhite]

After all these years, I still get chills when I hear this song ❤️ 💚 💙 💜 Few Fun Facts: They got their name from some black marines who saw them perform as the “Paramours” in 1963 & they shouted, “that was righteous brothers!” Also, the infamous Cher was part of the backing vocals, before she became famous, & last but not least, their manager booked them into a black nightclub in Watts, California before they got big, & the patrons of the club started throwing things at them on stage when they saw they were white, & The Righteous Brothers didn't know what to do, so they just started singing, & all the patrons sat down with their mouths open, & wouldn't let them leave after that, & the term, Blue Eyed Soul, was born 😃 👓 👓 😃

[@rashidashabazz7319]

May you please point me to the source of the last story about the club in Watts. That reaction is ( especially during the 60s) HIGHLY UNLIKELY/UNUSUAL for BLACK folks, as WE are SOOO ACCEPTING of ALL MEMBERS of the HUMAN FAMILY.

[@MusicLover-ox5kd]

@@rashidashabazz7319 facts.

[@rashidashabazz7319]

@@MusicLover-ox5kd And you KNOW we KNOW 👏🏿👏🏻👏🏾👏👏🏽👏🏼🎵🎶💯‼️

[@lilsuzq32]

Oh. My. God. This - THIS is music!! When performers actually performed, and they either did their job or they didn't. No freaking auto-tune, no tape delay. Raw and authentic.

[@williambergman3840]

Priceless masterpieces👏👏👏😁😁👏♥️

[@ardentynekent2099]

I took particular note of the way they dressed, their demeanor, as well as the audience's. Seemed respectful and humble. Quite unlike what followed.

[@catherinelw9365]

@@ardentynekent2099 I found a photo of them in suits, standing with the Rolling Stones, who were dressed like hippies and it was a pretty funny picture.

[@mark-dietz]

One of my oldest and sweetest memories is being a little kid and dancing with my older sister to this song. I didnt know the steps so I would stand on her feet and she would lead the way. Shes now a 65 year old grandmother, and I still dont know how to dance.

[@jerkwater407]

Hell, I'm 35 and still remember this song from my childhood. Fondly too. Glad I had parents who loved good music.

[@lindaartz3297]

mark dietz I grew up in the same area and i didn’t know them but my aunt did. They were always my favorites. In fact my mother lived two houses down from BH in Corona Del Mar so my daughter played with his son. They were such a part of my teenage years and I am 73 now. They used to play at Camp Pendleton and when they played there the guys would say that’s Rightous Brother and that ‘s how they decided on their name.

[@mark-dietz]

@@lindaartz3297 That's a great story Linda and some wonderful memories for you. Thanks for sharing that!

[@mark-dietz]

@@harvey1954 Well back then I probably came up to about her bellybutton. Now its reversed. Now shes my little sister

[@sandraatkins2539]

Precious memories❤

[@jonlanier_]

How is Fil not more famous? His break down of music is incredible. And the way he explains things makes so that someone like me can understand the intricate details that he goes through.

[@Wellch]

Jon Lanier BBC needs to hire FIL and give him free reign in commenting. He doesn’t need a speech writer.

[@barbaradownie3265]

Jon Lanier FIL IS THE MAN! 😍

[@adrianconley5811]

Gil is Dr Fil just exquisite. He brings music into your soul😄

[@redwoods7370]

Don't worry. He'll get recognized. He's a very special, knowledgeable and gracious person. He's still young, but he will get recognized. Personally, I would love for him to marry my daughter. That's how much I love him.

[@joannedavis1991]

Jon Lanier yes he’s incredible and so interesting!

[@timothyplumley8316]

What I feel is so unique about Bobby and Bill is when they sing as a duo, they feed off of each other rather than compete with one another. These two were truly good friends. There was no jealousy between the two of them. Bobby actually had to hold back so as to not over shadow Bill until it was necessary within the context of the song arrangement.

[@homebest1777]

Lol.bobby did most of the feeding..

[@Walesbornandbred]

Glen Campbell and Bobby Gentry.

[@GrafStorm]

These are vocalists, not just singers, not often such is seen these days live, such understanding of composition. Thanks Fil!

[@rphnick]

Yay, more Righteous Brothers! They really were magic!

[@betheva5917]

I teach a class that discusses the effect of music especially on Alzheimer’s clients. I played Unchained Melody for them then asked what they felt. Their whole face and body relaxed. Huge smiles. They said they were in ‘another place’. These guys were such a gift.

[@steveexpat6906]

Who are the two soulless heathens that disliked this?! 😂 One of the finest live performances ever... Particularly the back and forth near the end. 🍻👊 Well done as usual Fil

[@moritzhummel9747]

The unavoidable quota of total idiots :-)

[@mmccartney6579]

Good question! They obviously don't know music from a soup sandwich!

[@cmissshelleymichelle]

Four now.

[@allisonyoung4007]

Glad u said it~ some ppl have no joy in their lives ~

[@moritzhummel9747]

@@cmissshelleymichelle Only to maintain the natural quota of 0,5 % :-))

[@leoh1191]

Your smile speaks volumes

[@Rosannasfriend]

Both men had two of my favourite voices in the history of mankind, for different reasons. Bill’s voice makes me melt like butter. He easily had more soul than anybody else in the business. Bob of course, took me to Heaven with “unchained melody”.

[@RosaKay55]

The Righteous Brothers were so good together with their different vocal ranges. Your analysis was so thorough and helped me appreciate their abilities even more. Thanks, Fil!

[@dalebaker9109]

Bill was mostly bass baritone which I really like, and Bobby was a definite tenor, easily singing in that range. But together they are dynamite. Pure talent.

[@ardentynekent2099]

I understand that the tenor range is pretty basic, but to me, what Bobby did with his voice still astonishes me - tenor or not.

[@catherinelw9365]

@@ardentynekent2099 He's a counter tenor. Very rare.

[@sandihackett3849]

I remember the Righteous Brothers from the sixties when I was in high school and we loved them and danced to their songs. Most of us didn't have the inside knowledge or even noticed the things you explain about their vocals and music. It's so interesting and informative to re-listen again and understanding more about those things. Love your videos!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@vietrandy1]

It takes exceptional music talent to appreciate the Righteous Brothers at this level. Your analysis is truly unparalleled. Thank you.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@elizabethlacky6068]

@@wingsofpegasus I really enjoyed your breakdown.

[@stuartclayton1856]

What a wonderful song... It's absolutely marvelous to see this highlighted by a young man with such musical knowledge . Many thanks for your wonderful analysis....

[@virginiawilson2213]

You are remarkable Phil! Love, love your analysis!Thank you that you have the knowledge to express the intricacies of the giftedness of this fabulous duo! I’m 77 yrs old & I love these guys now as much as I did back in high school!

[@lesknight4541]

Righteous Brothers had all the elements just in their voices, a perfect blend and a perfect contrast

[@gypsydanger2148]

This guy knows what he’s talking about.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@winterlane2247]

You have obviously tapped into your subscribers need for nostalgic and incomparable artists of yesteryear. This is because we have nothing comparable to listen to today. It has become a kind of sadness for the state of affairs in modern music. You alleviate this feeling to a great degree. Also you introduce other genres that are not as familiar, but still awesome. This allows us to realize there is no need to despair. Thank you Professor for doing what you do. By the way, you are headed for bigger and better things than You Tube, but we are glad to have you for now.

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

I would echo the prophet of stardom. You are amazing Fil

[@mhochoa]

Two of the most beautiful and powerful voices ever that blended so incredibly well together. At 25 years old, they were so incredibly polished in their vocals it's mind blowing how incredibly polished they were at such young ages. To be able to sing this live like they did in the studio just goes to show how legendary they were. Very few could pull off something like that, but they could and did. My favourite duo ever, I know I said this in the beginning of my post, but their voices were absolutely beautiful and incredible. I could go on but I will leave it at that. I absolutely love your videos very informative and well put together as well as engaging and entertaining. Keep up your excellent work, stay safe and healthy in this situation that we are currently in right now💖🎶👍

[@judytickle6587]

This was not in the studio, it was a live audience

[@JohnRodriguesPhotographer]

I think both singers and the righteous Brothers had what was told to me is absolute pitch. There's perfect pitch and then there's a step above perfect pitch, absolute bitch. I've seen someone able to vocalize with absolute pitch. When I was in high school concert band we would tune up every day. We had a meter that we could all see and tell if we are sharp or flat. A professor from USF came out to direct US during one of our rehearsals and he pointed to a friend of mine that was playing Timpani, and called him out for being out of tune. He turned to the tuning unit and set it to the correct key in pitch for the timpani, then hummed the note. The tuner had a dial that would spin left or right depending on if you are sharp or flat. Usually when someone was tuning their instrument there would be a slight waiver back and forth with the dial. When he sang the note the dial spun to the center and didn't move at all. It kind of left me dumb struck! But anyhow long story aside when you're 63 you tend to do that, I think they have absolute pitch.

[@dawnaberry8452]

The same quality in Bobby's live performance of "Unchained Melody." No will ever to sing it as beautifully as Bobby.

[@dannyirish6526]

I have never heard two voices compliment eachother so perfectly.

[@donafuller1590]

I have, the Bee Gee's we're good too, with out auto tune🥰

[@Jovolution]

Lennon - McCartney

[@FanOblues51]

Maybe the Everly Brothers, who were actual brothers, harmonized passably? 😊

[@aldoyle2125]

The Everlys are #1, but the Righteous Brothers earn silver or bronze.

[@stevegibbons8941]

Ive never Seen you so animated. These guys could sing anything, as you pointed out, Phil Specter was a GENIUS, but hey, has he fallen from grace, The righteous brothers will never be replaced, they were both great. Great vid, thanks : )

[@deucefloyd9858]

I like the fact he mentioned Specter's name here and explained his role in music production. Without alluding to the "fall from grace". Credit where due when due. No need to hide from history, nor to editorialize it without unnecessarily.

[@195511SM]

One of those songs, that ALWAYS takes me back to a specific time & place. Age 10..... gloomy & rainy winter weather, getting ready for a 6 hour road trip to the grandparents for Christmas. I also had my 1st 'crush' on the girl across the street.....so THAT may have played a role in it. I often heard this song on my cheap little transistor radio ( thru the single earpiece ).

[@Friesian-q6u]

195511SM I too treasured my first little transistor radio I got for Christmas and it was the best Christmas for sure. I regularly watched Shindig, The Lloyd Thaxton Show and Hullabaloo 😊 What great memories😊

[@195511SM]

@@Friesian-q6u I watched Shindig & Hullaballoo.

[@leroysr1951]

The one I had was hooked up to a pipe or a wire.📻📻📻📻📻📻📻

[@paulablissett9396]

These 2 ppl had my heart with every song they ever recorded together... They have gone down in musical history, like all the other greats of that time.. Rip Bobby Hatfield...

[@J.A.R.H.P]

Love the way you study and prepare yourself before watch a video of any artist. You don’t come as “who are they? “. God bless U, have a good day.

[@rickdavis3593]

This isn't an analyses..it's a dissection....great job as usual Fil.

[@dionlindsay2]

Absolutely. Shame the's no such word as multisection, eh? So multidimensional, what Fil has to say.

[@kenbecht6892]

In 1965, my high school sweetheart, & the love of my life Sharon & I, saw them Live at the Community Concourse in San Diego. They came out wearing tuxedos & had an orchestra, total class.They blew everyone away. They were incredible. It was a night I will NEVER forget for the concert & the "after concert" Sharon & I had..Bobby & Bill are the greatest duo ever. They ARE "Blue Eyed Soul." Miss Bobby but his "Unchained Melody" is cleanly the best version ever. Thank God for bringing these terrific voices together to produce the amazing RIGHTEOUS BROTHERS.🙏

[@markhanretta9570]

You nailed it! The Righteous Brothers were "legendary" and there will never be another two like them again. Enough said.

[@flappycelery]

This needs 88 million views, not 88,000!! You're so amazing at this. I love listening to your evaluations.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@TheDivayenta]

As always, a masterful analysis and history, Fil. BBC needs to make you Rock Historian in Chief with your own series. I so appreciate and enjoy the work you’re doing- we boomers are reliving our musical past even more richly through you. 🙏🏻☺️

[@vivian4949]

Old music is fantastic.

[@pearlnova8891]

My Mom loved the Righteous brothers and played their amazing music all the time. Little did I know, I would love them too. Their chemistry was amazing. Thank you Phil for a great analysis!! ❤❤❤❤

[@reeseroberts2587]

This was a major song in the movie Top Gun with Tom Cruise. Lord, I love these songs... Unchained Medley is one of my favorites, one of the "our songs". These two singers are unparalleled, in my humble opinion. Thanks Fil.🐸

[@cheryld1710]

Unchained medley was in movie ghosts.

[@AKKTerry]

Love love their music! Never get tired of hearing their songs! And you are so precious!

[@susieq1565]

Very unique analysis and the background info is amazing. These guys were magical with entirely different voices. Watching you is almost as fun as the videos. You appear to TRULY enjoy the music.

[@gingermccafferty9572]

Just love listening to your wealth of knowledge and analysis! Thank you ❤

[@RG-hf4et]

Was lucky to see The Righteous Brothers in Vegas about 6 months before Bobby died. Amazing show, nothing less. Since then, I have seen Bill Medley at least 5 times and his frigging voice is still great. Once this covid crap is over, if you can see Bill somewhere, don't miss this living legend! ....Thank you, Fil, another great analysis 👍

[@ardentynekent2099]

Bill and the other man start at the Gold Coast Casino in Las Vegas. Believe they're there till September.2023

[@barbaradownie3265]

THE INSTRUMENTALS ARE SO BEAUTIFUL HEAVENLY 😍😍😍

[@kathyburkett652]

Fil you have the most beautiful smile I have seen. If I saw you in person and you smiled at me I would melt.

[@Ballenxj]

Combining these two guys with their vocal range, and Phil Specters wall of sound, was an unbeatable combination. Thumb up for this information and video.

[@jojoz]

I was 14 and in going into the tenth grade, ... turning 15... even then, we knew how fantastic they were and loved them always, Little Latin Lupe Lu, omg I love how you break these down Fil I don't believe anyone today can truly meet up to their standards we were so lucky Amazing and now I will finish watching the review..

[@AKKTerry]

jojo z I was 15 also in 1965. Loved them now and always.

[@eddiehaskell1957]

jojo....when you said you were 14, going into the 10th grade, and i was 14 in the 9th. For a moment (until i saw going on 15)i was not the genius i thought i was. My level of genius, is different from the dictionary definition. I was 9 in 1965.

[@jojoz]

I was very young when I started school and graduated in 67... I was 15th in the tenth, turning 16 in the eleventh and turning 17 in twelfth grade.. I turned 18 at the end of 1967...its the way our birthdays hit.. mine being in nov. and I started school at 4.... just the way it went back in ye olden days .. but I was considered a smart little kid what happened we shall never know LOL

[@53philp]

These guy's were sooo good

[@darwinrisdon7141]

Fil ...just love it when you take me back 50 years to my youth. Man those were the days! You're a classy guy Fil!

[@LindaLandry79]

Yes these two dreamboats had it going on in talent, charm and professionalism. I loved how they dressed up and took a bow at the end of each performance. As beautiful as Bill's baritone voice is, I always felt Bobby's angelic vocals were underutilized in many instances. Thank goodness they each did solo's to shine on their own as well. RIP Bobby Hatfield you are truly missed more than you know.

[@JIMMBAY1]

Thank you Fil, for all you do...

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

I watched a live stream and he made the comment that I've said several times. He has the most respectful comment section on You Tube. I take the time to read it almost with every video and there are so many good suggestions, bits of knowledge. An oasis of calm in an hectic and increasingly hostile world.

[@dawnaberry8452]

Phil. I love your in-depth, intelligent analysis of not only Bobby and Bill, but all the artists. I love the way you say Bobby's name. They were working a small club outside El Toro marine Base in El Toro Ca. when a Marine shouted out, "That's righteous, Brother! I think you should read Bill's book called "The Time of my life" and read chapter 25. The day Bobby died, he and Bill flew in from L.A. Bill said that Bobby was "chalky," didn't feel well, and said that he would have dinner in his room. The last words Bill heard from Bobby were, "Yeah, I'll see you later, Beany." He went to his room and died. They found him lying on his bed with the tv remote in his hand and no cocaine. Bobby was exhausted and in bad health. He didn't take care of himself. So he just laid it all down, after over 40 years of giving all he had to his fans and his music. He was an amazing man, husband and father. All Bobby ever had to do was hold a mic, sing, and a whole nation of women fell in love. That's the best testimony you could give for any singer. I know I haven't mentioned Bill much, but he is also a remarkable human being, a great baritone. As with Bobby, there would have been no Righteous Brothers without Bill. At the age going on 81 he's still singing. P.S. Bobby was not a cocaine addict!

[@ardentynekent2099]

The reports, including the Coroner's Report, say that Bobby Hatfield died of a cocaine overdose. Now I'm confused, again...

[@JoeNicks389]

Great review, most of us don't have a clue about how a song is put together and produced. Even though I don't understand many of the things you say, I can still appreciate your explanation. Thank you so much for helping us out here understand. JN

[@jamesspahr7534]

The greatest duet ever... another classic from the 60’s

[@M00159]

Wow, your technical and historical knowledge is astonishing. Amazing. Not only that, but your ability to express it and make it so easy to understand is so impressive. Thank you.

[@ladyjsunshine6325]

The thing I love most about your vidoes is watching how quickly your entire soul becomes one with the music. It's like seeing someone visit heaven. Spectacular. ♥

[@larodamurphy5316]

I LOVE LOVE The Righteous Brothers. Saw them in person when they were first starting out. Still feel the same way 60 years later!!!!!

[@ardentynekent2099]

Oh! Thank you, Fil (with the adorable smile), I've learnt so much from you. Kind and deeply clever!

[@phoebeh3watkins464]

who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks ? decades of listing to this song I had no clue they were adding the same types of instruments to get that quality sound ! the younger generation are now reacting to the music from back in the day and they all love it . but there is one young man going a step further he does analysis of said songs . Fil does a lot of searching of who he will be analyzing on this day . though I can't play or sing a note I know what music I like. Fil will tell us things we never caught in the music side of the song , we all know the voices are great we know the music was great but Fil let us know why the Righteous Brothers '' you've lost that loving feeling '' was a great song ! doubling and tripling instruments genius ! and an added plus Fil is a singer and plays his own music as well ! he is defiantly Qualified for this ! Thank You FIL And He Has A Beautiful Smile !❤

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@mariarussell5026]

I was a little girl when this song hit the airwaves. I loved it then and now after watching your ‘tutorial’, I appreciate the production genius of Phil Spector and the perfectly matched harmonies of Bill and Bobby even more. You have provided us with detailed insight into why this version by the RB has captivated audiences for decades. Thank you.

[@shellydoyle1378]

Thank you for doing this one so quickly and not making us wait. Fabulous as always. Ps. Nice shirt.

[@yougottabekiddiing]

No matter how many times I hear this, the finale when they are doing the back & forth, gives me goosebumps every time…

[@Knards]

I woke up to this one morning on my radio alarm. I find when one is only subconscious, one really is not opinionated and can listen as through someone else's ears. Laying there it was so easy to hear both singers as they sung their parts. Its almost like being in the studio wearing 3 sets of phones. a beautifully done song

[@catloverkitten10]

MrMrwilson11 That partially conscious thing is so true. Long time ago I was woken from a deep sleep to Eric Clapton singing You Look Beautiful Tonight on SNL. It was mesmerizing and I've never heard him perform it so beautifully since. Weird thing was, my sister, whose not even into music that much. had the exact experience when we talked on the phone next morning. The transcendent power of music.

[@Knards]

@@catloverkitten10 it also happened to me with "The WOrk Song" by the Butterfield Blues band. You hear so much more without opinion biasing things

[@dawnaberry8452]

Phil, every once in a while I come back and listen to your analyses. Always pick up something I didn't before. I listened to "Lovin' Feeling" again and your post comments. There was just one thing. When Bobby and Bill were separated, Bobby was the one to fall on hard times, not Bill. Bill was doing better, but he needed Bobby, and he knew it. So he went to him and they got together, recorded "Rock n' Roll Heaven, which charted in the top 10, 1974, I think. They separated one more time after the tragic murder of Bill's wife. They reunited after a few years, and stayed together until Bobby's death in 2003. Those two needed each other, there was never or ever will be a duo like them. Their performance at the Hall of Fame was so amazing. loss of some range didn't make a difference, they were still amazing. And The Wall of Sound re-created by the band leader/director was great. Bobby was gone 8 months later. But Bill, at the age of 81, is still going. He will be here in Arizona on Nov. 12th in Phoenix. I have a ticket, but unfortunately won't be able to go. Thanks, I know I get long-winded but I am a stickler for details. Thank you for your amazing knowledge, thank you for sharing. Dawna Lea

[@grindercap]

Everyone killed it for this one, the "brothers" the musicians the producers and you Fil! Thanks.

[@tearosy]

Still gives me goosebumps!

[@MsGatorsmom]

Fil one of the pleasures of these videos (besides your expertise) is watching you truly enjoying these artists.

[@chrispittman8854]

I would like to put forward the FACT that KZbin algorithms blow. WHY have you not popped up on my list before? Superior analysis. Truly, worth my time.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@mat4410]

Professor Fil, as a retired pro, I can listen to you all day. Everything you say is so spot on! You are the first of your species and give you five stars. You are so unlike “Reaction” videos.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@georgesheffield1580]

That wall of sound is what gives a symphony orchestra is power and quality .

[@darrellchristmas8561]

Fil, I absolutely just sit back and listen to your explanations. It can be guitar or vocals and all the nuances of a complete production. But your history lessons and musianship from you is so great. I’m older, not quite this old but I heard this many times. Just to hear a young musician and singer like you that knows and loves music and has no jealously just a love and appreciation of other talented like minded people. Thank you young man

[@loridelia8806]

I love your knowledge about music. This is such a timeless song.

[@cymoonrbacpro9426]

*’Journey in music’* what a wonderful analogy👍

[@larryb8022]

I’m freaking crying why cause I love music and some songs hit the soul of my heart.❤❤❤❤

[@MichaelLindorff]

Excellent, excellent, excellent and, finally, excellent. What can I say; I'm a man of few words. I grew up with the Righteous Brothers, so the melody was part of my fond memories, but your analysis and commentary (historical interlude ... maybe?) were, dare I say, excellent? Truly, your commentary was beyond what I would have hoped for, and I am only sorry to have heard it on your video so late after production. Thank you.

[@bobwallace9814]

These guys had extremely heavy air play on the transistor AM radios of the day. Since there was no social media, AM radio was how most related to the different acts. Most Blacks of that era thought the Righteous Bros were also Black and on the Motown label. The 45's purchased came in basic paper sleeve covers so no picture of the actual group. Only when acts appeared on shows like Ed Sullivan for the first time did the average folks actually see faces to place with their radio sound. I remember Monday morning following the show that the half of class which was Black were in stunned disbelief that who these guys were. They, like the other balladeers of the day were suddenly seen as old fashioned as the Beatles changed the music and looks forever.

[@catloverkitten10]

bob wallace I don't know. Even though I idolized the Beatles I never thought they were irrelevant. Quite the contrary. After all, everything the Beatles were was indebted to the blues, to black musicians from as early as depression era.

[@barbaradownie3265]

bob wallace AM RADIO, ED SULLIVAN, AMERICAN BANDSTAND WERE THE ONLY WAY TO HEAR NEW ARTISTS BACK IN THE DAY

[@robertewalt7789]

Blue Eyed Soul

[@lindaartz3297]

bob wallace That’s why they were referred to as Blue Eyed Soul

[@lindaartz3297]

bob wallace I had a car that didn’t have a radio so my bud held the transistor radio out the window to get better reception

[@nanettebryant7599]

Enjoyed hearing about the production of the record..very interesting and now I have to go listen to this song again and more from the Righteous Brothers❤

[@dawnaberry8452]

There's lots to choose from. If you want sheer beauty, listen to Bobby's "If I Ruled the World."

[@ritahall6628]

Thank you Fil This was heaven sent

[@melliehobson8299]

I did not care for The Righteous Brothers until I started listening to you young ppl reviewing it, particularly you, FIL. Thanks for turning on a 59 year old to some classics afresh.

[@buggyboogle9]

That explanation about producing - the doubling up of instruments, the room, the reverb, the microphone, the accoustics etc was very interesting and explains why it was /is not always easy to reproduce the sound live.

[@suzannerobbins6293]

Fil..Thanks for doing another song from these guys! I suddenly am transformed back to the year I got married! What a treat!

[@Sunny-jz3dy]

Thank you so much! That was very informative! These two were so great together! We just dont have artists like this anymore!

[@leelasaraswat4662]

I'm born in 1958. got chills hearing this after 50+ years. So gorgeous. Would have heard in our household with 3 elder bros n a sis. Thank you for all the interesting back ground info up to the present day.

[@bigbow62]

The Golden Voices of the Righteous Brothers is unmatched.... The Dynamic Duo 😃🎙😆🎙 Thank you Fil.... these guys could sing the phone book into the top 40 😉 I'm so glad they are getting lots love from the youngsters on KZbin ! Real songs + unreal voices = historical mega hits ! Thank you Fil... so interesting hearing your analysis and breakdown 😎🤘 Rock,Soul,R&B,Jazz...etc. ( Blue eyed soul in this case ) Keep rocking Fil 😆🎸 ......& drop us a cool video every night 😉 Ok who's the tone-deaf person who disliked the video ?

[@georginamcallum1324]

I love your smile it's there and your soul it's up with the beautiful music. Like a proud parent. I feel like crying when I see your reviews because you truly enjoy it. God bless young man and lots of blessing from a lady who lived in that past era.

[@drewpall2598]

A superb follow up to Monday's analysis. they could trade off lead on vocals and still bring it back to the harmony. Phil Spector was a genius in the recording studio. his personal life? no comment.

[@Bobbyo60]

I was a senior in high school when this song was released. It , to me, is a true vocal classic!! Your explanation of the how and why, shows people the expertise and brilliance of these young men. It shows what talent and hard work can do. No auto tune, just two talented men and a producer with an idea can do. As you pointed out this song is still a hit 57 years later. Thank you!!

[@diandier77]

Many thumbs up Fil!!!!! & of course I always see my dear Elvis with his back to the crowd during the intro & when all the sounds come crashing together, he turns to everyone & takes it all over in his spectacular way - yet remaining true to his obvious enjoyment of The Righteous Brothers and how they performed it.

[@valorie3157]

Bravo Fil... Another great anaylis of a wonderfully talented duo 👏