Drummer Reacts - One of the Greatest Performances! Queen Live Aid

[@ShaneAlanGower]

This was one of the greatest live performances I have seen! Freddie & the Boys sure do know how to put on one heck of a show! 💜🔥🤯 Hope you guys enjoyed the reaction😊If you did please don't forget to smash that like 👍 & Subscribe 📺 Don't forget to turn on Subtitles/CC If you need them ✌ Much Love 💜 Peace ✌ Happiness 😊 Shane

[@BriRog68]

38 years later this still holds the title as the greatest live performance in rock history! Freddie was a complete master of crowd control. 72,000 at Wembley, a total of 1.2 billion globally watching on TV. Please react to Somebody To Love live Montreal 1981. This performance is ranked as the second greatest live performance! Phenomenal♥️👑🎸🎤🥁🎹

[@4721lynn]

I always say, Freddie doesn't dance .. he prances😂

[@4721lynn]

Also, love that's you shared that its personal for you. Its personal to me as well, just different reasons😉

[@4721lynn]

Omg .. Totally agree with your stance on how we treat each other ..

[@4721lynn]

No! You, like Freddie said, are beautiful

[@scottclark7309]

What a heartfelt reaction. Your dad would be proud of you.

[@pamelariker5525]

That is how to hold 72,000 people in the palm of your hand! Absolutely amazing!!!! Wish I had been there!!!

[@ShaneAlanGower]

You and me both! But I wasn't even born yet 😅

[@daveloboda1769]

No question about it, Freddie is the best frontman of any band ever. The GOAT.

[@janetd8198]

A must see is Somebody to Love live in Montreal in 1981. Epic! Just subbed! You are amazing!

[@NowhereSam673]

Finally someone calls out johns bassline at the end of hammer to fall! such a cool part

[@susanengland3919]

It wasn’t only Queen who realized they had been sensational. Paul Gambaccini, who was part of the BBC broadcasting team at Live Aid, recalled the awe among other superstar musicians watching backstage. “Everybody realized that Queen was stealing the show,” said Gambaccini. These were the very words Elton John uttered when he rushed into Mercury’s trailer after the set. “You bastards, you stole the show,” joked the charismatic star. “Queen smoked ’em. They just took everybody. They walked away being the greatest band you’d ever seen in your life, and it was unbelievable,” said Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters. “And that’s what made the band so great; that’s why they should be recognized as one of the greatest rock bands of all time, because they could connect with an audience.”

[@1031irishqueen]

The truly amazing thing was this was not a "Queen" crowd per se. The tickets had been sold weeks before Queen agreed to play this venue and therefore they weren't even on the line up. But, in true Queen fashion, they stole the show!

[@chrisbennet-he3ve]

Freddie was the true showman, he was unwell that day and doctors advised him to not go on stage and perform with risk of damaging his voice. A performance that will last a thousand lifetimes. During an interview Freddie was asked what his favourite instrument to play was, his reply in true Freddie fashion "the crowd my dear, the crowd"

[@4721lynn]

Its so easy to tell the DIE HARD, almost obsessed fans, like me .. cuz you quote documentaries and see details that others don't ❤ Hello

[@PottersbyInnes]

That man just lit up the stage like no other. Brilliant!

[@jome7382]

Doesn't matter how many times I watch this the whole thing never cesses to amaze me... Queen, crowd & all ❤❤❤❤

[@donnasmith5942]

Same here.

[@1031irishqueen]

Each group that performed had exactly 20 minutes on stage..that's why the songs are cut into shorter versions...they did a brilliant job of timing! They simply are the GOAT! PLEASE CHECK OUT "LIVE AT WEMBLEY" you won't be sorry...

[@susanengland3919]

They had to cut the longer songs short since each group was limited to 20 minutes. Queen chose to include as many of their hit songs as possible which meant they could only do the first verse of the longest songs. Freddie had laryngitis the week before this concert. His doctor recommended that he cancel this concert and rest his voice, but Freddie ignored the advice and went on to make rock history.

[@marianclough8577]

You're right. Corruption all over the place. Sad. But I watched this concert on TV live as it happened. I even had a T-Shirt that I wore for years. Queen were the best of the best. Wonderful dedication to your Dad.

[@scottclark7309]

Great reaction Shane. Queen was an incredible band. Freddie was one of a kind and can never be duplicated. Freddie was on a different level. He could do it all. R.I.P FREDDIE WE MISS YOU WE HEAR YOU SINGING FROM HEAVEN. GOD BLESS YOU

[@marilyngower2739]

Wow Shane that was awesome. Thank you for dedicating this video of Queen to Dad and I. He would have loved it and be so proud of you. Love you lots and continue doing your music ❤

[@susancooper3111]

Your son is a wonderfully caring man to share his impressive memories of your husband and his love of music in such an emotional way. What a lovely family. Sounds like you're all from Scotland ...so lucky to live in those beautiful surroundings.

[@marilyngower2739]

Thank you we are from South Africa

[@sherryheim5504]

This is such an incredible set from this concert. If you watch closely, Brian plays 3 different guitars on Crazy Little Thing Called Love, an acoustic, a Stratocaster and his own Red Special. I was not at this show but it was broadcast around the world and so all of us got to experience it. My favorite Queen live performance is White Queen live at Odeon, Hammersmith 1975. There is a long instrumental break in that performance that is beyond belief that it could be live. Freddie is in perfect voice as well and the whole band is just spot on for the entire song. Thank you for your reaction.

[@terrywilson4027]

This was a very touching video. God bless your dad, yourself and Freddie. I've been a fan since the 70s. Thank you for a great video. Your dad and Freddie live on.

[@claudettesmith8328]

Wonderfull. Reaction.

[@marniethedyslexic6445]

I remember watching this live on TV. I was 15 years old. It’s nice to see somebody watch it for the first time. Shane nice reaction. I watched most of live aid, Wembley Stadium, in London, and JFK stadium in Philadelphia. There were a lot of fabulous bands, and singers. Queen definitely stole the whole show. A lot of live aid was very memorable, but Queen was definitely unforgettable. They’re just a really tight band with the best front man ever.❤️✌️🌼

[@cherylreichardt]

Freddie was front and center, captured your attention with his natural showmanship and phenomenal voice! Amazing singer and band! Great reaction!

[@claudettesmith8328]

I sugeast The Show Must Go On. Written by Briian May& in my estimation Freddie's best vocals. If rumor is true track was done in one take with Freddie severely sick,you can't tell.

[@ohiojetsfan1]

Montreal 81 Somebody to Love. Book it. Hell the whole concert is the gold standard.

[@georgiacoombes699]

Liked & subscribed! Great reaction, thank you! They were the greatest band ever, made up of 4 supremely talented musicians! May I pls request their performance at Montreal of “Somebody to Love” It will blow you away, love from Australia 🇦🇺

[@moniquecopeland5711]

Really enjoyed your reaction.❤ Watch their Wembley 86 full concert. It is 🔥 you will love it.

[@therealxunil2]

Your absolute joy in this reaction earned you a subscriber.

[@Davey_bfg71]

Freddie (during Hammer To Fall), performing ‘air guitar’ before air guitar became a ‘thing’, Freddie: best frontman ever, multitalented musician and songwriter, and now, grand-daddy of AIR GUITAR!! 😊

[@claudettesmith8328]

There was no live performance& the video is clips of other videos& live shows. I can't make it through The Show Must Go On without crying. STILL LOVE YOU FREDDIE!

[@andersgranstrom7128]

Thank you for this one! The 38th time I am watching it today - watched the original back then too... Just magic!!😍Freddie is for sure the best frontman in the lifetime of man, and singer!! RIP Master - but hey, Brian May´s playing!! Hey man, this is live - flawless, with all the feel in the world!😍

[@deborahallen3318]

I happy to know that I'm not the only one who has watched this fantastic footage as much as I have and I'm nowhere near done watching 😊🌈💙👑 I

[@steveshelton5036]

The greatest part was they were not a Queen crowd, but Freddie had control of them from the time he came on stage. I was stationed in England at the time and watched it on television. I thought it was amazing then and I think it’s amazing now.

[@ewelinanowakowska3164]

Queen on Live Aid is so icon,even nowadays, especially for us,born in '80

[@barrys1342]

Greetings from 🇿🇦❤️💥 Cape Town South Africa Shane My dad passed when I was 3/4 years old in ‘72 I later discovered he was a musician, Scottish & member of a local SA pub band, The Questions, playing in the Cape, meets my mom & boom, out pops Barry 😊 I think this is partly why I love Fred & musicians so much ❤ Thanks for your insights and passion, all things good for you and your family Shane

[@Mr_Fahrenheit]

Great reaction, and yes I agree the world has gone mad now thank goodness we have these wonderful times to look back on, all the best wishes from the UK.

[@jew-wheelsvanderburg]

I had the Privalige to watch this along with 1.9 billion worldwide and live with my family and neighbours

[@irenedownie6559]

Just to let you know, Freddie died from pneumonia as a result of complications from AIDS. He was, and still is, a huge loss to the world, but thanks to videos etc., we can still enjoy Queen’s fabulous music. Best band in the world, as far as I’m concerned. Thanks for your fab reaction. I feel for you losing your dad but he left you with your love of Queen and that is something to be truly thankful for. X

[@vallee3140]

did you have to mention what he died of?? who cares, he was phenomenal.

[@irenedownie6559]

@@vallee3140 I commented on it because he said Freddie died of cancer, and some people might think that was true. No need for rudeness!!!

[@vallee3140]

@@irenedownie6559 sorry I did not hear him say that, I apologise then

[@ShaneAlanGower]

I think people miss heard me or I miss spoke I said my dad died of cancer. I knew Freddie died from something to do with Aids. Sorry about that..but thank you for letting me know (:

[@irenedownie6559]

@@ShaneAlanGower No problem, Shane. Very sorry for your loss. Sounds like he was a great father. X

[@TammyDenney]

72,000 in Attendance and 1.9 Billion people watching from around the world. Freddie performed against doctors orders with a throat infection. He said it felt like broken glass in in his throat. Live Aid made 124 million dollars for famine in Africa.

[@moirabaker458]

We definitely had the best bands on this side of the pond!

[@sandrahilton3239]

There were 80K people at the old wembley stadium that day and world wide, they estimated 1.8 billion world wide. It was a wonderful and memorable day and they all raised a lot of money for the famine in Ethiopia.

[@marissapadillachannel]

Wow one of the greatest performance in deed👍👏

[@altosanon]

Wonderful reaction - you did your Dad proud! I wasn't at the concert, but I vividly remember watching the whole thing live on TV - my mum even let me eat my dinner in front of the television which was a big no usually in my house growing up! My favourite Queen song live is Somebody to Love from Montreal, a very special one which really shows Roger Taylors great backing vocals in detail.

[@gracielahonig]

Thanks for your magnificent reaction! I was emotional like you... you remembered through Queen, your father and I mine 22 years old son, which I lost... we listen Queen together, he became a guitar player because of Brian ... thanks again my friend, enjoying your Queen experience... no regrets... big hug to you !

[@moirabaker458]

I seem to remember it was very hot that day too!

[@Davey_bfg71]

Hey bro this was kind of a pivotal moment in the band’s history, by this time they’d been together for around 15 years, they’d had a couple of recent albums which by their standards had performed very poorly and rumours abounded that they were going to split up. They hadn’t been part of the Band Aid charity single Do They Know It’s Christmas which was the foundation of this global concert (remember this was a simultaneous concert between Wembley St.London and JFK St. Philadelphia) a hugely technical challenge in the infancy of Television satellites with potentially an audience of billions. Well, Freddie & Co probably sensed an opportunity to put themselves back out there and a year later we’re back at Wembley to a two-night sell-out (which incidentally could have been 7 night sellout or more if the Stadium had been available). Because they couldn’t have the stadium hit more than the two nights they added a gig to the end of this tour at Knebworth where they played to 120,000!! This was the Magic tour off the back of the A Kind Of Magic album and BM has stated in interviews that Freddie had hinted that this would be his last live tour although hadn’t really revealed the true reason at this point. This tour was huge and was the first time they’d toured AND MADE A PROFIT!! Search Queen, Wembley 1986 here in YT or it is definitely available to buy in DVD (I have a two disc version which gives some great behind-the-scenes too). 😊🇬🇧🇿🇦

[@kellybebbington9740]

You really look like your dad that was so lovely that it reminded you of him. It shows you really appreciate good music and great reaction.

[@leonprofessional600]

Freddie's voice is of course unique, each of you can listen to all the songs of the group starting from the first album and be convinced of this, but all his strength and his charisma and energy are unimaginable)

[@Thomasringpetersen]

Freddie for President❤

[@DawnSuttonfabfour]

Bowie followed them on and as they passed each other Bowie laughed and said "Bastards"! He knew no one was going to top them.

[@Seanadun]

Hello, I saw this whole set on tv. Everyone forgets Freddie and Brian came back at 9 pm sang a song called "Is this the world we created". Amazing song . Freddie was the best of the best.

[@Hd5Sw17]

Nice reaction dude. R.I.P to your Dad. Hope it brought back some nice memories of him for you ❤

[@MizCriz46]

First of all, loved, loved, loved your family films! Secondly, I was 39 yrs. old when I watched this concert live on TV. Yup, I'm pretty damn old. It was amazing then. It's amazing now & it was great fun watching it again with someone who was so delighted to see it. Thank You!

[@janebartholomew-w6q]

Great loved it, by the way best picture I have ever seen of this performance.

[@janettesinclair6279]

Yes, great video of Queen, bigger than usual and very clear.

[@1031irishqueen]

Also, another observation, Brian May plays 3 different guitars in this 20-minute gig.

[@rachelmccombie9464]

..."Queen"...is by far my favourite group of all time..and the legendary "Freddie Mercury* is the Greatest Performer/showman and singer of this century..in my opinion..gone far too soon but never forgotten 😢 I came across you and Queen on my news feed & I really enjoyed your reaction appreciation and commentary to this timeless and epic video that I never get sick of watching...so Thankyou for cheering up my night and making me smile 😁 Respect Rachel UK x

[@janetd8198]

Totally awesome reaction. Bless you!

[@dropzone9639]

I'm so glad you reacted to this iconic, greatest prefomance of all time! They were on fire that night! Perfection all the way around. I weep sometimes when I see it...for a lot of reasons. Queen hd a wonderful work ethic. They practiced, practiced, practiced, and were perfect because of it. 4 talented musicians that came together to form magic that is unmatched ❤ Your Dad looks a bit like our dear Freddie. I love your enthusiasm. ❤❤

[@Rosehamilton63]

Freddy wrote Crazy little thing called love in 10 minutes in the bath tube. An honor of Elvis whom he admired.

[@CraigShifflet]

They had 20 minutes from the time they took the stage. Go back and watch. Their soundcheck was Roger hitting a couple toms, May with a crunching chord on guitar, a thump on bass, and some scales on piano. Go. They finished something like eight seconds over. And Deaky's Hawai'ian shirt is amazing!

[@mariaglad3176]

You touched my heart!! Much love from Denmark ❤

[@GM-ip2xy]

Legendary Bands & Music Always Live On👈The Same For All Our Loved Ones Who Pass On🧡🌅🌌Love From Australia 🇦🇺 🧡

[@philipporter3288]

Both Freddie and the band are legendary respect and rest in peace Freddie I live in the UK but I couldn't get to train Wembley I wasn't old enough to catch the train so me and my brother wach it on TV it probably wasn't as cool as being there but I still loved

[@sandrahilton3239]

Hammer to Fall was written about the cold war. It was a worrying time for those alive at that point. Margaret Thatcher talked to Mickiel Gorboshove and they got on and stopped the silent war.

[@PureVillain14]

It’s clear how much that meant bro 👊🏼 ❤ Queen for me are a huge part of my life also.. keep the reaction journey going 🙌🏻

[@antonbernardo6995]

Hi, you sounds like Arnold Schwarzenegger 😊 Thanks for your reactions

[@lisasnyder5597]

Thanks for your reaction to this great performance by Queen! RIP to Freddie and your Dad.

[@janakriskovicbazdaric7027]

This was so beautiful reaction with videos of your family. Beautiful and so emotional ❤❤❤❤

[@DawnSuttonfabfour]

I saw them in 86 at Knebworth, which turned out to be their last ever UK gig. They were, as you would expect, majestic. Even with the infamous car park debacle (took us 4 hours to get out) they were worth it.

[@patmyers8666]

Check out Queens Rock Montreal concert. "Somebody To Love." Is awesome.

[@janettesinclair6279]

Queen Live Aid - brilliant! Thank you for the videos of your family - happy memories!

[@ellet6560]

As a drummer you might be interested to know that the studio recording of "We Will Rock You" did not include drums. The stomping sound was just that, the band and others, stomping on the boards of the drum riser. Great reaction to a show-stealing performance. Since you mentioned not seeing Queen live performances, I suggest "Somebody to Love" Montreal 1981. There are many live performances and concerts from Queen online but there are also hidden gems on their albums that were briefly or never performed live that are worth checking out. Cheers!

[@tommyzoo]

Thank you for a brilliant reaction. Thank you

[@rvs_musher6868]

One of the most beautiful reactions I have ever seen to this live aid concert. And I’ve watched a lot of of them! You have heart and soul, and your love for your parents will never die.

[@elliothughes9030]

I lost my dad in 2020. He was a massive fan of Queen and basically got me into them in 1978. I was 7.

[@lynndally9160]

I remember watching this in Australia, the minute Freddie opened his mouth and started BohemianRhapsody, it wasn't just Wembley Stadium that sang along, i think it was the entire world, we could hear all of our neighbours singing along too. ❤

[@ShaneAlanGower]

That must have been so amazing to be apart of. Don't think they will do anything like that again. Or should I say I don't think there will be so many people tuned into one music event like that. You never know tho but Queen has always been legendary even as a kid I really loved listening to them with my parents. They been a part of my very first memories of music so it awesome to revisit them after so many years. There is probably tons of Queen shows and songs that I've missed. 💜

[@marciebulsaraorcutt]

SHANE…. YOU TRULY MADE MY DAY, THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH!! And it was LOVELY that you included some snippets of your Dad. (I understand you’re missing him: My Mom was my Best Friend; she passed away in 1995, and it still feels like it was only yesterday.)🙏 P.S. There is also a QUEEN ENCORE at Live Aid!! Freddie & Brian performed the acoustic ballad: “Is This The World We Created?” (You can easily find the video on the official Live Aid channel)🖖

[@johnlewis734]

👍🏻 thank you 🇬🇧🍻

[@4721lynn]

Straight up talent!! No synthesizers, gimics, etc.. The entire sea of people are focused on him

[@WinteryMix84]

And correct me if I’m wrong, but I don’t think we had Jumbotrons for the crowds then either.

[@gemmalouisemountford6043]

You are a beautiful person x

[@leonprofessional600]

It was funny how the queen eclipsed all the other participants in the event and turned this very event into her own concert) You need to understand that the whole stadium did not come to see the queen 😁

[@katherineolmstead8137]

Thank you for taking me on this date to the best concert EVER. i had a great time enjoying it with you😊

[@eveline5858]

I love, love love !! 🔥🔥🔥THX a lot Shane💜

[@terrigabriel582]

Beautiful family photos thanks for sharing...respect the way you do Your Channel, Enjoyed the Review and Your Passion ❤

[@1031irishqueen]

The only way to listen to Queen....is live!!❤

[@sheilapurcell515]

Bless you,just think your dad and Freddie rocking away in heaven,with new fine bodies. I didn't know if you had seen any early queen? If not please react to Liar at the Rainbow 1974,they rocj each member had a chance to shine. This was the song that made me a full i am sure your dad must be so proud of you as a man,who is not afraid of being emotionally honest. Cant wait for the next one. Blessings from England xx

[@susannechickenmom5621]

Thank you for a great reaction❤

[@DoctorD250]

Hey brother. You know, sometimes when I watch these videos, I don't realize until it is over that i was crying throughout the entire performance. It just seems... important.

[@katpawz622]

Had you really never heard of or seen this concert before this post!? Wow. What an absolute treat to be able to hear it for the 1st time ♥️ It’s one of my favourites, Queen & Freddie will never stop being amazing to me. I was 14 and sat in a school science lesson when I heard he’d died and I was totally heartbroken 💔 Always loved them & always will - we even included several Queen tracks at our wedding ceremony; “You’re My Best Friend” to walk out to after we’d said our vows.

[@ShaneAlanGower]

This was genuinely the first time I seen this concert. My dad was a huge Queen fan but we didn't have KZbin back then. My dad passed away when I was 19, 17 years ago and I went to a dark place for a very long time. Only listened to loud angry music. But now that I have matured a lot I just wanted to go back and listen to the music my parents enjoyed.

[@tessasnow]

I’ve seen a lot of reactions to this iconic performance, but yours is by far the best. The look of bliss and utter enjoyment on your face was lovely to see. Your grin was infectious and so genuine. New subscriber here and looking forward to more. Peace and respect from Saskatchewan 🇨🇦🖖🏻

[@simonbellamy67]

Great reaction Shane you can tell how honest that was for you. Thankyou for sharing that very personal story about your dad as well, really touching. Ill sub and like this video. Looking forward to the next one. Stay safe......

[@PatriciaPeters-ys7yq]

hearing about her dad breaks my heart. I will ask my dad for years ago, but not as young as you were when you lost your dad I care for you.

[@PatriciaPeters-ys7yq]

Video of you and your dad , Brings emotions. Love to you and family and friends.

[@vinceleretrogameur6298]

Super 😄

[@johnbarnes888]

I've seen a few reaction videos to this great gig but this one is lovely because of the tribute to your Dad.

[@dramaqueen6G]

Did you hear the whole crowd start singing from the first note? And they kept singing till the very end. You can see why this is considered to be the greatest live rock performance of all time.

[@DarleneCheatham]

Yes it was a medleys. Each band had I think 20 minutes to perform and then sound and lights were cut. They practiced a week to get timing. There was a similar crowd in Philadelphia and it was broadcast to 1.9 million

[@binkytube]

Enjoyed your enthusiasm!

[@bobhoward790]

Loving your reactions dude! This was a great choice. Freddy was an awesome frontman and is so sorely missed. There's a video I think you should do a reaction to. Josh Freese (now the drummer for the Foo Fighters) played with Nine Inch Nails for a time. He did a drum-cam video of the song "Wish" and I would LOVE to see your reaction to it. Keep doing what you are doing! You rock!

[@trevland1303]

Alright 👍

[@sandrahilton3239]

i believe they had 19 or so minutes and if they didnt finish their set, they would be cut off. They had 12 seconds left. Shows how much they rehearsed. its been acknowledged as being the best live rock performance in history.

[@shazdrakonakis2243]

Rip Freddie and your dad you have a lovely soul ❤ Freddie was and still is a legend Under pressure and another one bites the dust great songs ❤❤😊

[@PatriciaPeters-ys7yq]

I just wanna say thank you for your reaction very much

[@kbbeers4274]

I've watched the concerts so many times and still tear up. No one else like Freddy. ❤