Dr Hook - "Medley"

From Don Kirchner Rock Concert 1976
Thank you so much, Linda Vidal for song info:
The first song is "Earth Angel", followed by "Devil or Angel", then "For Your Love", and then Billy sings "Daddy's Coming Home Soon" then "What's Your Name?"
Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show (shortened to Dr. Hook in 1975) was an American rock band, formed in Union City, New Jersey. They enjoyed considerable commercial success in the 1970s with hit singles including "Sylvia's Mother", "The Cover of 'Rolling Stone'" (both 1972), "Only Sixteen" (1975), "A Little Bit More" (1976), "Sharing the Night Together" (1978), "When You're in Love with a Beautiful Woman" (1979), "Better Love Next Time" (1979), and "Sexy Eyes" (1980). In addition to their own material, Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show performed songs written by the poet Shel Silverstein.
The band had eight years of regular chart hits in the United States, where their music was played on top-40, easy listening, and country music outlets, and throughout the English-speaking world including the UK, Canada and South Africa. Their music spanned several genres, mostly novelty songs and acoustic ballads in their early years, though their greatest success came with their later material, mostly consisting of disco-influenced soft rock, which the band recorded under the shortened name Dr. Hook.
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[@msvitles]

The first song is "Earth Angel", followed by "Devil or Angel", then "For Your Love", and then Billy sings "Daddy's Coming Home Soon" then "What's Your Name?"

[@RonjasDrHookChannel]

Thank you so much, Linda :)

[@msvitles]

@@RonjasDrHookChannel I made a mistake, I think with Billy's song title is "A Thousand Miles Away"

[@RonjasDrHookChannel]

@@msvitles Thanks so much :)

[@stormnwynter4313]

Jon wolters brill singer best dummer.ever god bless and keep your songs and drums loud in heaven find ray,and billy make a new dr hook.

[@reneelagrandeur7220]

The original is a thousand miles away by the heartbeats for billy song

[@gypsy8961]

Dr hook and the medicine show, had more talent, in a single bead of sweat, than most performers of today, could ever dream of having. Even when goofing off and playing around, they were absolutely amazing.

[@joseph47711]

u aint wong!!!

[@lillianshaffner2873]

You're so right

[@lindadawson5928]

My first record album was Freakn at the Freakers Ball, mom bought the record TOTALLY unaware of the words...lol my dad laughed so hard!!!

[@sabinewolf1870]

❤

[@theBasementKids2k]

There were certainly many beads of sweat.

[@philbrown1474]

I don’t think I’ve ever seen more vocal talent in a group (band) by so many different guys. All these guys could’ve sung lead for just about anybody. Dr. Hook was magic in a bottle.

[@charlottedickerson6675]

What a wonderful, talented bunch of young men these guys were. Dennis is still playing for us. We are so lucky to have him.

[@glargard]

so is Jay

[@vinceuzelac8113]

No band had more fun playing then these guys. Every single one of them has talent. Greatest mash up of all time.

[@diannedryden2712]

All have great voices - Brilliant Band

[@fredriknygardhansen3238]

I agree, i’m so sad i’m so young that i never got the chance to experience them

[@jacqulinb8352]

I love listen ing to them and watching them. Love you ❣️ Guys so much. It is 2am in Las Vegas and l am with The Dr Hook and the Medicine Show. 💕 You Guys

[@sshms414]

Agreed when I was 14 I couldn't understand why my mum was going to shows when thet visited uk. I thought it was gross she was so into Denis. Now here I am 45 yrs later drooling over a young ray wishing id seen them live

[@doloressanders3824]

That's my sentiment exactly. If every band would get along like they do you wouldn't have the breakups . Love to watch them perform.

[@msvitles]

Each and every person in this band was/is individually talented, and when they combined, magic!

[@diannedryden2712]

So true - saw them in 1982 in Australia and have loved them all these years and still listen to them every day

[@jeffreydratwick6221]

And......cocaine....comon that shit made ok into badass.

[@margaretwilson2022]

Fabulous one of the most talented bands of all time they all can sing which is very rare pure magic

[@lindadawson5928]

These guys were THE BEST, they sing RAW, unlike todays artists, they need ear pieces etc, they cant sing..dr hook can sing anything

[@PeterGriffin-lh6wp]

Best band ever. Should be in the Rock and Roll hall of fame.

[@Hamigal]

Yes they should

[@lillianshaffner2873]

Oh yeah

[@debbiewebster9999]

Most definitely

[@consciousphilosophy-ericva5564]

I totally agree.

[@vamps-howtodrawtattoocolor7683]

They’re not? Insanity!

[@Denscaff82]

This is what a proper band sounds like ❤

[@hencat123]

Loved the drummers' voice!

[@arlenepalomba8027]

John Worden I think that's his name. He blasted his drums and his great voice in many of the songs. XO.

[@hencat123]

@@arlenepalomba8027 thanks, Arlene!

[@hencat123]

seems they were all such talented singers/musicians...so sorry we lost Ray last year.

[@consciousphilosophy-ericva5564]

His name is John Wolters.@@arlenepalomba8027

[@Mushinzenkoans]

I do believe Dr. Hook is one of the most versatile bands ever. Incredibly talented, and one of my all time favorites.

[@BlackPanther-qo2tv]

I did not know the drummer and keyboard player could sing like that. Man these guys have soul!

[@Rosebud2503]

Drummers name is John Wolters. Keyboarder don't know yet. But will look it up.

[@subtletugboat]

@@Rosebud2503 billy francis

[@jiwbink]

SO CALLED MUSIC OR ENTERTS TODAY CANNOT HOLD A CANDLE TO THESE GUYS!! PERIOD!

[@christinenoneofyourconcern4280]

@rebelfrom1944 ,the shit that they put out today is not music and the ones that run the show are pushing the crap of today because of what it does to our bodies. Todays crap runs on a different hz. Have you ever noticed how when listening to todays crap ,one doesn`t feel good? I feel anxious and very upset when the noise they have today is played. If you actually do the research you will see what I mean.

[@dennisprocter1750]

Asong is a song but these guy`s know how to HANDLE a SONG it`s like carving a piece of wood Johny Cash has it !! They are JUST BRILLIANT

[@diannedryden2712]

Absolutely

[@hazelhowerton9438]

Ilike to say hy my good firend

[@hazelhowerton9438]

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[@jeffscott8323]

I believe these dudes could sing anything. They were great.

[@loveistruth5713]

Their secret is they make it look effortless and I enjoy every minute of it

[@diannedryden2712]

Best singing drummer too

[@darkmagic1277]

The drummer's voice is insane...such great songs...Oh Jesse, a little bit more, sharing the night together, when you're in love with a beautiful woman, years from now...

[@beverlyhosch9857]

Ray is gone!! 81 years!! ❤️🎤. A shooting star now!! Thank you, Ray, for your music, fun, and attitude!! Forever your fan!!

[@stormnwynter4313]

What a voice, thank you for your music ,and the fun Dr hook band gave. You will be forever young as we watch you on disc, as I am doing now .Deep regrets to your family on their great loss.

[@diannedryden2712]

Hard to believe he is gone - wonderful performer

[@maggiegoethals4557]

He was simply the best guy to talk with.

[@cathygiuliana9089]

This reminds me so of my beloved late husband Joe. He passed in 2001. I never remarried, not even a boyfriend. He’s the one and only for me! We have three great kids together! I just turned 70. Hope it won’t be long til we’re back in each other’s arms….this time for eternity!💔

[@danielcrowe8110]

This performance can be summed up with one word... AWESOME.

[@peterjerchel4603]

Have you ever seen a band have so much fun and share their love like this ? The greatest ever , we won’t see their like again ❤️

[@charliemello1832]

A great band belongs in the rock and roll hall of fame

[@paulettashirley7306]

YES THEY DO !!!! I have thought that for a long time.

[@diannedryden2712]

Doesn't matter how many times I listen to it - Amazing - such great voices

[@carolynmorris3472]

Omg I never heard this song with Dr Hook, didn't realise how very talented they all were Absolutely out of this world ❤❤

[@CindyFosterclark-vp2lk]

Amen

[@reneeschoch4803]

how many of you are listening to this and it'd bringing back memories?? I'm only 35, but love listening to Dr hook with my mom and hearing her memories!

[@patrikbladh8807]

I'm also 35 and have so many memories because my mother always listened to them:)

[@jodacious46]

I'm 73 and see my post above!!!!!

[@cathryngehring5751]

Since one of these guys was my neighbor & friend, throughout the 70's, I knew these guys. Nice guys, very talented. So, yes...their songs & videos bring back lots of great memories, in Mill Valley, Ca, in the 70's.

[@teresamcmeans566]

You're lucky to have been a friend and neighbor of one of these very talented guys!! Love Dr. Hook!!❤️

[@TheBotosanu]

I am 69 with my 70 birthday coming up soon, too soon. I will forever ❤️ be 17yrs old.and living life in my heard. J Botosanu 1/2/2020

[@wafler99]

One of the most underrated bands of all time. Love these live show videos.

[@ken_hun_]

I listen to this 50 times a day💀

[@ginettedespres8822]

There will never be a band like Dr hook,they had so much fun and such great singers.

[@CissyBrazil]

John Walters was so great in this video! A favorite!! Not enough recognition! 🥰💝 Ray cracks me UP!

[@nicholasmoore3939]

Hello Cissy

[@MichelMiesHuibers]

I'm a fan since the beginning. Since 1971. In two years that will be 50 years. I listen to them every week. I have got all there music. Every friday i watch these songs on KZbin here. I must be crazy. So were they. The best music ever. Great musicians, great lyrics and great singers. I love Dr. Hook and i always will for the rest of my days. Thank you so much for having the opportunity to see them here on this channel.

[@diannedryden2712]

You are not crazy - They were THE BEST

[@debbiewebster9999]

I agree with you both! Nothing like them ever again!! Love them forever!!

[@Broeseler]

A big patriot hug from Austria - Dr. Hook are the Spearhead of intelligent, warm hearted music. The Zappa Version of danceable "Disco" Music with this special attitude. Love them deeply straight from my heart. And of course I love this channel. THANKS RONJA! SO MUCH!!!

[@carolscott4537]

I'm a 74 Yr old Scots woman and love iy

[@rossmccabe3667]

Beautiful man man a was born in 1992 and absolutely love them cant stop watching them my little 6 year old girl loves them too I'll make sure she carrys these legends on

[@melissabearden2665]

Just when I think I can't be impressed any more by this band I see this. There is absolutely nothing they couldn't do. They completely blow me away with the talent that oozes from every pore. I swear they could of sang the Alphabet song and made it a #1 Hit. Truly. ❤️

[@diannedryden2712]

That is very true - incredible group of guys

[@nightshiftenergy6166]

Another great performance. So sad the drummer died of cancer in his early 50's. What a marvelous voice ! Your not forgotten here on KZbin . Thank you

[@msvitles]

Every one of the band members was vastly talented. Billy Francis with that lovely deep voice and the keyboards, and his deadpan, John Wolters on the drums and singing background almost every number, Rik and Jance on their slots guitar and bass, and even the rotating spots, all made up the medicine show. It would have been incomplete without any of them, especially Dennis with the magic vocal range, and Ray's bluesy strut... They were magic.

[@jh5881]

You're kidding..... right??

[@jeffpearson5581]

@@msvitles Wow Linda you are so right, an awesome band. Their best performance ever was that spontance jam session on Shel Silverstein's house boat. If you haven't seen it check it out. The crap there putting out today is just a bunch of cookie cutters who all sound the same. It,s like Joe Cockers "With A Little Help From My Friends" so Fuc____ raw and beautiful. You never see ANYTHING TODAY that stands out. Again it all sounds the same, God I miss the Sixties and Seventies. Janis, Jimmy Hendrix's, Aretha Franklin, Lynyrd Skynyrd ect..........

[@collettedobrocke4518]

He had a lot of talent..love his voice and the best drummer,

[@PaulaPaula-ck2oz]

So in love with him.

[@ritabyrd7305]

I love the way they can sing serious then silly songs. I've loved them for years. Still love them.

[@clariceshauf7392]

In my opinion, no band ever or will ever pass Dr. Hook in talent or presentation. I saw them in concert, and they were phenomenal!

[@madtuxbr]

Pure authentic talent. So real, so much fun for them and for us watching them.

[@sharonwarren6436]

Best "Medley" Ever. Fantastically Fab.🥰😘😍

[@tvojslauf]

Amazing that they can all tweak their voices to a 50’s style. Crazy talent all around. They would’ve each succeeded individually.

[@jeanwalls7021]

Dennis Locorriere, at 72, is currently on the Dr Hook 50th Anniversary Tour in the UK where he now lives. He has also excelled as a solo artist and has several Cd's out.

[@debbiescott6732]

@@jeanwalls7021 yep, Dennis Locorriere voice seems to have gotten even better over the years. He sounds great. Love his new songs. He still sings some of the old stuff too.

[@pssntv]

Man I can’t stop listening to this!!! Ray Sawyer had great soul everyone in band could sing and the drummer really had a magnificent voice!!!

[@Rosebud2503]

OMG....😢 I am in love with every one of them...absolutely stunning performance.

[@dorisburns8370]

I love this group they are all so talented great musicians and singers I watch them every day

[@angelinaduran-miller4255]

Earth Angel was my wedding song. My husband actually pickded it out. Love dancing to this with him. LOVE YOU MY DEAR, ALWAYS.

[@jacqulinb8352]

I love these guys, I was rocking with them from the beginning, RIP RAY, l don't know how much time I have left but I hope we will be singing with the Angels up there. You have so much love in your heart. Take care of yourself and hope to sing and dance with you when I get there. Love Jacquie 2022.

[@roseblake5803]

How many groups now can do this? NONE. The talent here is mind blowing!!!!!!

[@rosaliebolling2546]

They are the ultimate bar band of entertainers!

[@SouthernKat]

I keep coming back to this video to hear John's amazing voice. RIP John

[@sharonwarren6436]

Wow. Brilliant. Love.💞💕💞

[@margaretstoner4701]

SERIOUSLY....this is an unexplainable performance that everyone should share in these dark times.Ya'll brought the LIGHT BACK❤THANK YOU

[@danakirkwood7516]

I love to watch this! They are so fun! This is what people need.......good, wholesome fun times with beautiful voices and the energy they project.

[@apeel2008]

I regret not having ever gone to one of their concerts. So entertaining!

[@cooks1757]

I have yet to work out how to watch them without this silly grin on my face all the time, they just make you feel good.

[@terryhubley2983]

Wow so much talent

[@tonyhill6424]

The BEST "" Live "" Band that I have ever seen. Funny, Great songs and 2 1/2 hours on stage without a break. Magnificent 🎵🎶

[@felikso2]

I didn't really appreciate the FANTASTIC voices across the whole band - til now. I love 'em.

[@garyventure8442]

No shit! Me too! I had a couple albums in the mid 80's inherited from my uncle and I just didn't appreciate it back then. I think watching these guys perform and enjoy it so fully makes a big difference. That plus, I spose, I'm old now.

[@margaretwilson2022]

Fabulous no 9ne any better than Dr hook just magical and they are all great singers love them the best of the very best

[@YouDummy]

It's so rare to find a couple of musicians that actually loved each other more than these two men did. Sure they fell out eventually and went their separate ways, but you cannot deny how much they cared about each other. 100% palpable.

[@lillianshaffner2873]

Can't get enough of their music, remembering a past love

[@Kitchenbob]

They were the only group worth paying modern Live Nation fees to see. Talent and chemistry in abundance. The Best.

[@audreywaldo538]

Ray Sawer died a couple of days ago. He was one of the underrated greats. Since my grandson disappeared 5 years, 1 month, and 4 days ago, listening to them for hours at a time. They give me great comfort.

[@diannedryden2712]

Sorry to hear that - hope your grandson returns

[@diannedryden2712]

I would have LOVED to be in the audience when this was performed - PURE MAGIC

[@kathsinden5395]

Fabulous ❤️

[@kathsinden5395]

@Bryant Benson More like the Movies, A little Bit More, if not you… have to be up there with my favourites. Fabulously underrated band

[@darkmagic1277]

Wow, they can all sing. Insane!!! Kudos to them, that they all got along with all of them being able to sing this way and with Locorriere singing most of their original songs.

[@kathytetterton6902]

Could someone please link one of the drummer singing. I can’t seem to find a song that he’s singing. Thanks a lot...

[@xrelurx371]

What a fantastic voice the drummer had ..everyone of the group so talented..

[@chadlazzara]

I can't believe that for the past 30 years I haven't played more of their music. I still remember most of their songs but just haven't listened to them very much. Their voices are so good and they have so many hits that I don't understand how I "lost track" of them. Since I rediscovered the guys a few weeks ago my friends at KZbin have been filling up my playlists with lots of their tunes.

[@jeffscott8323]

Me too missed out on a lot. Now we have crap for music.

[@diannedryden2712]

I was the same - didn't listen for nearly 40 yrs and they are still amazing

[@dianahobbie3552]

Me either! I have fallen in love aha n with Dr Hook🥰

[@fierrote]

These songs are not their hits, they are doing a medley of hits from other artist from the "Oldies But Goodies" era. They do a magnificient job though.

[@shaykatz5648]

I do have recently rediscovered them. Guess I just got too preoccupied with life? But thanks to KZbin I'm back on track & love seeing them perform.

[@sharonwarren6436]

Just brilliant. Love "Dr Hook". Fab. Xxx.💞💕💞

[@chrismartin500]

This is what its supposed to be about.....having a good time making music. There are to many musicians that take themselves way to serious. Dr Hook is awesome.

[@lillianshaffner2873]

Never get tired of them

[@PeterGriffin-lh6wp]

Best band, bar none !!!

[@janetblack2568]

Why is it when I go onto KZbin to watch other bands, I always end up watching these guys - just can't help myself. Awesome!!!

[@jeanwalls7021]

Same here!

[@mariedahlqvist6151]

❤ Cause they're always the best in the end!

[@sandrakisch3600]

I do the same. They are great.

[@Jon-ei1ez]

Same as make me laugh as well as being a cracking band

[@janetblack2568]

@@Jon-ei1ez always guaranteed to cheer me up 😊

[@glen7318]

Billy has such a good voice.. looks so happy with the hair blowing across his face, and Jon Wolters is also very good..... what a band

[@Anelaokalani1]

Cold chills with these oldies. The drummer has a great voice.

[@sharonwarren6436]

What a performance. Love you "Dr Hook"💞💕💞

[@angelaworthy9736]

Love this song because they all sing

[@nicholasmoore3939]

Hello ANGELA

[@peterturley2960]

Great band- never took themselves too seriously, but boy, so talented and funny!! xx

[@gavincoombes143]

Best band ever

[@paulettashirley7306]

The Best Band of All Time !!! I love there music !!

[@mariefinley8435]

Kings of beautiful Music with unique voices total perfection!. Love them ❤️

[@nicholasmoore3939]

Hello Marie

[@sharonwarren6436]

Thank you "Dr Hook" for every song you all sang and every time you all sang them. Crazy about you. Love you. LEGENDS🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@denisehedden5108]

🥀Amazing talents between these Guy's no doubt and Ray Sawyer did a wonderful job on Earth Angel but the drummer flipped me our singing I didn't know he could sing that good. Dennis Locorriere did a remarkable job on second verse he always sings amazing.🥀✌🥀☝️

[@Rosebud2503]

Yeah, John Wolters is the drummers name. He passed away when he was 52. So sad. I love him. 😢❤

[@josepvicentdominguezbalagu6988]

Dr Hook forever

[@angelinaduran-miller4255]

Earth Angel... This is my wedding Song. Husband was the one that picked it out. He is not a man of many words, so I LOVE THIS SONG even more.

[@CissyBrazil]

Had to watch this today for the millionth time ❤️❤️

[@sheilastevens4644]

I think this band is under rated . They really handsome talent. No matter how missed up they were they still nailed it . I love to watch they’re live performances.

[@jem7580]

wow, they're all such talented singers. love it

[@glen7318]

Shows the vocal talents of the others, besides Ray and Dennis.....They were all the voice of Hook.....in their ways...

[@jimwade7680]

Ray and denis worked so well togather.....great singers....but best of all was there funny entertament......great stuff..... we miss you guys....

[@davechildress4235]

Ray Sawyer is now gone as well

[@karenarrowooddaniels8727]

I simply love,love,love their"Medley" of those songs. I really enjoyed Dr. Hook when I was younger but they seem even better now. My brother told me he seen them in concert at least ten times. Lucky guy.

[@anitagumminger8432]

Dr. Hook is one AWESOME singer!!!! Back-in-the-Day music can not be compared to this "So Called Music" today!!!!!!

[@Lydia-jk5cl]

Took my son to his first concert at 5. It was Dr. Hook. That was 51 years ago.

[@rhondachristensen8619]

Sing it...One of The Best Bands Ever...Rocked, New Jersey; wherever they played, caused traffic jams, wherever they played ..Pubs, bars, Restaurants, College campuses, wherever they played, they " packed the house "...

[@janetownsend239]

amazing music . i love the medley so much . hearing all the amazing voices . its wonderfull

[@TheDickeroo]

They make it look so easy when it takes talent to deliver a spontaneous and wonderful performance like this.

[@markrussell3414]

Awesome band DR HOOK WHAT A LEGENDS OF MUSIC 🎶 🎵 AWESOME VOCALS AND FANTASTIC LYRICS

[@debirobbins7152]

Reminds me of high school! We loved Dr. Hook!! The good ol days !!

[@roserollins9471]

What we need is some Dr Hook up in here y'all and thanks to Ronja we got it

[@diannedryden2712]

JOHN - that was brilliant singing - RIP

[@njones223]

Fantastic songs by a fabulous group ! 🎶 God I miss these guys ! 👌🏻

[@jacqulinb8352]

Another year and a beautiful memory of my greatest group that l loved a little country, a little rock and roll. I just love them so much. Love you Ray and Dennis. Love you you Jacquie

[@diannedryden2712]

Brilliant performance - group of very talent and gorgeous men - Love them

[@jeffscott8323]

More unsung Heros. And talent. They were the greatest.

[@DairyAirGunners]

Talent all around.

[@thabompakanyane1429]

The joys of modern technology; it completes a picture of what was decades ago a linear experience without visual complements.