FIRST TIME HEARING Neil Diamond - Holly Holy REACTION

[@TheTish]

My heart is full with joy hearing Neil Diamond. He remains my top favorite singer whose songs are intimately woven throughout the fabric of my life. You want Church Revival, Jay? Listen to Neil's Brother Loves Traveling Salvation Show.

[@kf9346]

"Pack-up the babies and grab the old ladies 'cause every knows, Brother's Love Travelling Show..."

[@sunnystormy4973]

-#cheers-- !-

[@mordrig1079]

I was just going to post this, they Must do that one.

[@nickstrickland4751]

Do song sung blue a beautiful song

[@JonS0107]

You need to hear Neil Diamond's "Brother Love’s Travelling Salvation Show" to be taken back to church.

[@barrymuller5131]

Yeah others have said it but I add my vote to “Brother Love’s Traveling Salvation Show.” It’s a toe tapper and a church rocker.

[@emmitstewart1921]

My vote is for Brother Loves Traveling Salvation Show, too, then for a change, his Crunchy Granola Suite.

[@whatwhere2018]

This, and I always think of Let the Little Boy Sing as sort of a sequel.

[@kbusby4824]

Great song.

[@hollyw9126]

Yes! Please do Brother Love Traveling Show!

[@malexa1127]

My 1st album was Neil Diamond. The 2nd was Rolling Stones. I thought then and still think Neil is far better than Mick.

[@ddiamondr1]

Neil Diamond did a live album called Hot August Night That was absolutely spectacular and has a version of this song that is just astonishing. The whole album is incredible.

[@divinelyguided6239]

Absolutely right on! I was around 8 to 10 years old when I heard that album, it gave me goosebumps and made me cry...been a fan ever since.

[@patriciamcelroy3581]

That entire album is fire, especially this song!

[@redpine8665]

Yes! He really loses it in that - in a great way. Unbridled, undisciplined, all over the place - and glorious!

[@deborahmedeiros7089]

I was just about to suggest that!!

[@dawndeleon8009]

Yes!!!! The live holly holy is transcending.

[@johnkochen7264]

For a real treat you should listen to these songs as sung live on Hot August Night. They are better live than in the studio. There is way more passion.

[@tediousmaximus1067]

The live version of this song on the "Hot August Night" album is even better.

[@darcyferrier775]

Love me some Neil Diamond!! "Brother Love's Travelling Salvation Show" next! The - Hot August Night album version

[@Paladin70]

Mr. Diamond’s first name is spelled “Neil” not “Niel”. A simple Google search will show you correct spellings of people’s names. I suggest you try that next time that you’re typing a difficult four letter name like Neil.

[@Paladin70]

Aw, you went in and fixed your f**k up without even thanking me for so nicely pointing it out to you. That’s not showing a little grace Karen, I mean Darcy. Damn, why do I keep mistaking you for Karen? My bad, so sad. 😟🙁☹️😢

[@tombeyerlein3813]

I like Neil Diamond's earlier songs a lot. This is one of them: extremely well-crafted and flawlessly executed. Other favorites include "Girl, You'll Be a Woman Soon," "Solitary Man," and "Brother Love's Traveling Salvation Show." His " I'm a Beliver" for the Monkees was pure pop perfection!

[@heatherbarth9226]

Definitely Solitary Man. ❤

[@tombeyerlein3813]

*Believer

[@smithbros1000]

When an artist makes it as big as Neil Diamond, his/her songs get bigger. The background music has 60 musicians in it. Neil Diamond is the 1st artist that I fell in love with. The voice, the lyrics, the arrangements; for the folk/pop/singer-songwriter genres, they simply don't come better!

[@dianetaylor841]

Solitary Man..great song and his first hit from about 1965-66.

[@greglegakis4177]

My vote is definitely for "Brother Love's Traveling salvation show" . That's an awesome Neil Diamond song. "Thank you Lord for the night time" is another great one

[@weezerang]

Neil Diamond is one of those rare timeless acts. His music does not sound dated, as I was shocked to find out that the majority of his giant hits were recorded in the mid 60's. I never would have known. Neil is timeless!!

[@Cheryworld]

Brother Love's Traveling Salvation Show, by Neil Diamond

[@kellyjohnson3617]

This is actually one of my all time fav Neil diamond songs. He has a touch of symphony, rock, gospel, and his powerful voice all in one. The song built and got bigger and fuller. He was a great artist, singer, song writer, performer and artist.

[@lisalindberg9980]

Love this!!! Thank you for this! I loved Neil Diamond since I was 10 yo and he is still my favorite artist! That was 52 years ago!!

[@AlexHernandez-yb9rx]

Y’all NEED to listen to Neil Diamond’s Brother Loves Traveling Salvation Show (Preferably Live) ❤ Neil Diamond is such a unique, talented singer and song writer. He is one of my favorites 💕 I wish y’all would have reacted to his live version of this song. This was a good reaction! Can’t wait to see the next Neil Diamond reaction-Brother Loves Traveling Salvation Show! ❤

[@alicericcardi3199]

Hard to believe this is something you could hear on the radio… LOVE this song AND Neil Diamond.

[@MIKECNW]

Why?

[@joditerry3895]

Brother Love's Traveling Salvation Show is awesome! much Love Blessings and Peace

[@keithcarper8809]

Mr. Diamond is a great songwriter. The family knows. " Brother Loves'..." deserves a listen as does my fav, "Solitary Man". ☮💜🎶

[@corihulet739]

Solitary Man is also my favorite!

[@sourisvoleur4854]

You felt so sorry for him! First Melinda, then Sue. Guy can't catch a break. Great song. I love his lower register in that one too.

[@kimberelyanngunter6341]

WOOT!!!! Love Neil Diamond. Thanks for playing!!!

[@dlhunt3905]

I recommend watching the live version video, from 1973 I believe, he really rips the last part of the song. He also really rips in Brother Loves Traveling Salvation Show.

[@dlhunt3905]

I just checked and the live version was actually from 1971, via a small, intimate performance for the BBC. There's also a video of his Brothers Love performance from the same set. His studio performances, while great, are typically more subdued and less raw than his live versions, more so than with most performers.

[@dalesands1857]

FYI, The Monkees "I'm A Believer & A Lil Bit Me, A Lil Bit You". Neil wrote 'em.

[@taun856]

A couple slower songs of his are "Brooklyn Roads" and "Shiloh", two of my favorites.

[@h.p.chicken]

Neil Diamond's "Beautiful Noise" was the last song Mum heard as she passed away, in her bed surrounded by her kids. His music is a huge part of the soundtrack of our childhood, and we were lucky to be able to take Mum to see Neil in concert for her 70th birthday; it was her first concert. You should also check out "Morningside" "Coldwater Morning" (which still leaves me with chills even after hearing it all my life) and "Modernday Version of Love". And of course "Mr Bojangles" which still makes me cry. Pretty much anything you listen to by Neil Diamond is going to blow you away. His song writing is solid old-school story telling at its finest. Enjoy the ride ✌️

[@Brandy13231]

Dedicated Diamond fans know the Bang years (get the 'Just for You' LP/CD) and yes, that falsetto in Cold Water Morning. His 'Hot August Night' got me hooked on Neil. I could fly all night long to the 4th track (8-track) or 4th side of the double LP. Go on and "Do it". Cracklin' Rosie was the first 45rpm I ever bought. I was born in '59. Time for 'Brother Love".

[@sandramccusker5520]

Hot August Night!! You have to listen to Holy Holly into Brother Love's Traveling Salvation show on the live album Hot August Night!

[@clintlandrum9498]

I love when amber works through the lyrics and tells what's going on and what the song is about. She's always paying attn.

[@surlechapeau]

Yes!! 💯🎯

[@dianne6155]

reminds me of the movie music and lyrics. he’s about the music she’s about the lyrics 💜

[@mikehigbee2320]

This is a song that sweeps you up and carries you away to a better world for that little time you listen to it. I love his song "Play Me." A great love song with one of the most beautiful melodies I've ever heard. "Desiree" is another great, upbeat, classic hit.

[@jeanniea3437]

You are the sun, I am the moon You are the words, I am the tune Play Me

[@jayritchie851]

"Play Me" is musical heaven.............

[@leesakowski9145]

​@@jeanniea3437Pretty sure Play Me is about his relationship with his guitar. Verses are Neil talking while the chorus is the guitar. Exquisite song and quite spiritual.

[@jeanniea3437]

Thank you, @leesakowski9145 , never realized that before. I love the song!

[@nicolegolemiec6796]

Brother love's traveling show should be next especially if you want to here more scratch in his voice! It's a doozy!

[@kristiwatt8134]

One of the few singers that actually sings a better version everytime, live. Listen to all of them live on Hot August Night and Love at the Greek.

[@susanliltz3875]

Excellent!!! Now you’ve got to check out his : “BROTHER LOVES TRAVELING SALVATION SHOW” Feels like you’re at an old time tent religious revival!! Amber you’ve mentioned revivals before!! You’ll feel like you’re there!!

[@darcyferrier775]

YES!

[@surfpsych]

Double YES!

[@beckyhalvorsen2126]

Absolutely!

[@elizabethfranco1284]

Yes oh yes !

[@brendareum3771]

Do it!!

[@rozequinn1519]

You can never go wrong with Neil. He has so many hits & so many hits he wrote for others. He is my dream concert to go to... ❤️

[@1cajun59]

My wife and I were fortunate enough to see him twice

[@Rosedach]

Yes, also Jimmy Buffet and Bob Seger will be on that list.

[@cheriekirchner1931]

I was lucky to see him twice when he came to Australia - many years apart. He was magnificent both times.

[@beedeegee9374]

Neil has such a fabulous catalogue, not a bad one in the batch.

[@timcarr6401]

Neil, the Jewish Elvis.

[@williamthompson-xm3dy]

Hot August Night was a secret delight for me back in 74. Usually listened to blues rock like Clapton, Johnny Winter, Jeff Beck etc, but I loved Neil’s voice.

[@johnmay8481]

Thank for Holly Holy. As others have said Brother Love is my vote for the next Neil song.

[@jkdetroit961]

This is a masterpiece. The vocals, lyrics, orchestration, layers of instruments building up. You'll never hear music like this again. Imagine hearing this for the first time on your local top 40 AM radio station. I was 12 years old in 1969 when this came out and was blown away by it even at that young age. I still love it to this day.

[@MrYoup11]

Your going to have to react Neil Diamond's Sweet Caroline, they still sing it at every Boston Red Sox home games.

[@hectorsmommy1717]

One of my all time favorites. It was the first song on side 4 of his best ever album "Hot August Night". This song followed by "I am, I Said" and "Brother Love's Traveling Salvation Show" is one of the best album sides. One other song from that album you should look into, even though it never was a big hit, is "And the Grass Won't Pay No Mind", one of the most romantic songs ever.

[@idalily3810]

The 3 side has some great stuff, too. Play Me, Canta Libre, Morningside, and Cracklin' Rosie, if I remember it right.

[@anahills3836]

I love "I Am, I Said"!

[@mamatay7]

Omg, I cannot hear Neil Diamond without thinking of my friend from high school. He was a huge Dead head (literally, conceived at Woodstock, and his "how I spent my summer" report in the fall at the beginning of school was always "me and my family traveled with the Dead.") In his early 20s, he worked at a place that, as their company Christmas party, was taking everyone to a holiday Neil Diamond concert. He wasn't going to go at first ("not my music, not my scene,") but we tried to convince him to go. "They're renting a limo, all your work friends are going-- just go and be social. I'm sure you'll find a way to have at least a little fun!" The next day, we asked, "so, how was the show?" He looked around, then said so no one else could hear, "It. Was AMAZING!!!" The more he talked, the less self-conscious he became, and by the end, he didn't care who heard him sing Neil's praises-- "Neil's quite the showman-- best show I ever saw. EVER!!!" A convert of the highest order!!! Neil RULES!!! 🥰 I would love to see y'all react to Love on the Rocks or Sweet Caroline

[@terri2494]

That is so funny! Makes you wonder how many other people have missed out on ND because they thought they knew what he was about but they were completely mistaken. That’s actually kind of sad but I’m glad your friend went to the concert. In a way I think it would be cool to go without expecting anything and then being blown away by the music and the showmanship. I hope he had a chance to go later as a fan who was more familiar with the songs.

[@TheMrBlackCrow]

You really need to hear "Brother loves travelin salvation show" that'll send ya back to church !!

[@markfadness9204]

"Holly Holy" was Neil Diamond's 19th single to chart on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking @ #6. It entered the chart 11/1/69 and charted for 14 weeks. At that point in time, it was Diamond's 4th Top 10 single. "Cherry, Cherry," "Girl, You'll Be a Woman Soon," & "Sweet Caroline" were the first 3. Between 1970 to 1982, Diamond would add another 9 Top 10 hits for a Total of 13 (including 3 #1s).

[@alexandervasel6845]

Sweet Caroline is such a good crowd participation song! Love the Pitt football game video!!!

[@txheadshots]

My mother loved Neil Diamond. His songs always make me think of her and smile… so today, you’ve made me smile

[@cassandrareid496]

You want church revival feel? Neil Diamonds "Brother loves travelin show" is my all time favorite. You will love it.😊

[@2Cambourne]

To me he is Americas greatest singer/songwriter. The man is a prolific composer who has over 100 top 40 hits that he has composed. That in itself is extra ordinary. His songs have been sung and covered by so many artists and orchestras the world over. His music has been so influential and inspiring that they even made a Broadway Musical about his life and his music. He truly is an icon. Note: This sung was featured in the Jack Black movie "Saving Silverman (1991)." It was the ending song for the movie where Neil Diamond plays himself in the movie and sings with jack Black. Awesome!

[@notthepizzaguyPapaJohn]

I would add my vote for 'Brother Love's Travelin' Salvation Show' as a must listen. The live version from his Hot August Night album is definitely the one!!

[@caryriggs5719]

Once you hear Holy Holy from Hot August Night you never want to hear the studio version

[@carlroza102]

Man, Neil diamond‘s voice is butter for your ears!

[@dharris8849]

Kentucky Woman Cherry Cherry Girl, You’ll be a Woman Soon Solitary Man Forever In Blue Jeans Red, Red Wine Song Sung Blue Sweet Caroline…. SO MANY GREAT SONGS. ❤

[@mtinta2000]

I could listen to Neil Diamond all day. He can be soft. Play Me is one of the most beautiful songs.

[@jaimegarcia6114]

Sooo many awesome Neil Diamond tunes to listen to!!

[@DanishTina]

Sweet Caroline and Solitary Man are two of his most iconic songs. ❤

[@Pushindazees]

I can't believe they haven't reacted to Sweet Caroline yet!!!

[@brucestanley9330]

My favorite Diamond song. Thanks for your great reaction ❤

[@justjack0715]

THIS SONG HAS A DEEP, HAUNTING VIBE AND GLAD YOU CHOSE IT, AND ENJOYED IT :)

[@earth2kosmickitty]

Same here! This is one of my all time fave ND songs! I always get emotional, chills and goosebumps from his music, so powerful!!!! 🥰 I hope you guys also explore his iconic song, "Play Me" that he performed a duet with Dame Shirley Bassey on her show years ago! It is simply beautiful!!!!

[@sunnystormy4973]

-why the caps ?-

[@justjack0715]

@@sunnystormy4973 I AM SHOUTING MY JOY OF COURSE!!!!!!! 😆😆😆😆

[@poetjenoetje]

Yes and it was used in the series Midnight mass.

[@ralphkern380]

Soolaimon ... that's it. That's my whole comment.

[@freddiejamscat]

OH, yeah!!! 🤩

[@Cheryl_Haydon]

I very rarely get so lost in an artist's music and voice as much as I do Neil Diamond's. If you haven't yet reacted to "I Am I Said", you NEED to. That song still blows me away after all these years!

[@sourisvoleur4854]

Ah, OLD school Neil Diamond! I say old but he was very young! My mom was a huge fan when I was a sprog, and we had a number of his albums. So I've been hearing this song since it first came out in 1969 and I was 8 years old. He goes to church so well, with the swelling gospel choir, as you hear here. Another great gospel choir song is Brother Love's Traveling Salvation Show.

[@donnasheraden3881]

And the Grass Won't Pay No Mind, my absolute favorite ND song.

[@cynergy4]

This really brings back memories! "Shilo" is my personal fave but if you want to hear more gravel in his voice, check out "Brother Love's Travelin' Salvation Show". Either one from his live album Hot August Night would be preferable. Another great reaction guys!

[@loomans615]

The Grass Won't Pay No Mind by Neil Diamond. ❤

[@niallmcentee9400]

You can't go wrong with Neil Diamond. So many great songs

[@amputeeright]

My late mother loved Neil Diamond. She would put his music on when we did our weekend chores, and blast it. 😊

[@moodaymoom2271]

One of my favourite singers of all time. Such a very distinctive voice. Love me a bit of Neil.

[@ThistleAndSea]

Neil Diamond was such incredible showman. Sometime you two should listen to his live LP Hot August Night. I think you will love it. 🙂

[@andreakirchner7401]

My favorite Neil Diamond song!!! So glad you reacted to this amazing song! Nothing but love!

[@maryhill1775]

You need to listen to the live version from the “Hot August Night “ album from 1972. You will not be disappointed. Makes this version sound tame, talk about a showman!

[@erinb.5103]

Brother loves traveling salvation show is another great one you should try from Neil!!

[@robertneil]

yes! finally another Neil Diamond song. Good choice. If you like the roughness of his voice near the end of the song, you would have been amazed by the live version of this song from the 1972 album Hot August Night. If you can, I'd suggest listening to "Cherry, Cherry" or "Crunchy Granola Suite" from that landmark album.

[@glenbmc3734]

I saw Neil in concert in the 70s at the Fox Theater in Atlanta. No opening act, he just walked on stage and started singing. The best concert I ever attended.

[@richiericharndt3605]

Great song that gives you Neil’s vocal diversity. But! As I commented once before, you need to listen to him more in live format. His live albums and the versions of the songs will blow you away. He uses that “gravely” voice more often, and it’s awesome to here it followed by the smooth, crooning voice. What a talent. Unfortunately we will never here him again in concert. Thankfully there are tons of performances recorded for us to enjoy for decades to come. More Diamond!!!!

[@jamesrobertson2361]

Neil Diamond was an artist who spanned two generations. I was in high school when he released Hot August Nights. In the eighties my parents saw him twice in concert.

[@carlosbored78]

I'm a 45 years old man, and when i was a child, my father used to played this album ( hot august night) when we traveled to the beach every year!

[@rhondadananay2106]

Neil Diamond is the best! Diamonds are forever!🔥❤️💎

[@Robsan40]

Awesome. Neil Diamond is always great. Then there's an amazing one-hit-wonder, Andy Kim, who sounded exactly like Neil Diamond on his #1 hit song is "Rock Me Gently". You will love it.

[@mikewingate284]

Watching Amber react to 70's songs brings joy to my heart!

[@TerryL421]

I just love Neil Diamond. Definitely give a listen to Brother Loves Traveling Salvation Show as others have suggested. I also love Sweet Caroline, Play Me, Forever in Blue Jeans, and Cherry, Cherry just to name a few.

[@leisastalnaker3790]

My favorite album is Stones. A beautiful album and my favorite song of his is, Stones. Beautiful lyrics and melody. Just his best as far as I’m concerned. His work in the 1970’s is just stellar. 1:05

[@timmcgrath9708]

Great call! One of his lesser known albums but full of amazing songs.

[@db4982]

Neil Diamond's 'Brother Love's Traveling Show' will take you to church and get you moving in your chair, too!

[@CarolinaCharles777]

My favorite. Especially love his live version from 1972's HOT AUGUST NIGHT concert album.

[@leisastalnaker3790]

My mothers favorite artist. She would put one of his albums on our consul stereo player. And cranking it up. I love him. Grew up with his music.❤❤❤❤❤ His most iconic album in the 70’s was Tap Root Manuscript. Exploring African rhythms. A masterpiece of writing and music.

[@jstmez]

I am the lion .. bellowing out in the night

[@cathyortiz1280]

❤ this song! "Brother Loved Traveling Salvation Show" next. Also, "Shilo."

[@jeffreyedwards1811]

I love Neil! In concert he was amazing. Forever in Blue Jeans, Love on the Rocks and If You Know What I Mean are all wonderful.

[@lisar.6670]

Neil is da man! THE G.O.A.T!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Saw him LIVE 22 times. Many glorious memories. Oh how I wish there could have been a 23rd. I truly miss him. They say that Parkinson's hits the elderly twice as hard than it would a younger person. I hope and pray he is doing well as can be expected. We were blessed to have been granted such a talented singer/songwriter and a class act performer as Neil from God almighty. He is beloved by millions around the world. His music will out live most of us alive today. I'm certain of this. There will NEVER be another performer like him. 💎IS FOREVER ....

[@1bigrowdy]

Neil says this is a "stream of consciousness " you don't listen to the lyrics you feel the emotions they give you.

[@MusicLover-yo5rs]

Brother Love’s Traveling Salvation Show gets my vote! That one needs to be the next Neil Diamond hit you review. ❤

[@dwainwilder7337]

Another one of a kind performer who was mostly popular in the 60s and 70s. Although he still rocks today! Thanks for bringing back the memories!

[@deborahwingard776]

I love this song! 😍

[@digger65uk]

Hey Jay and Amber! I absolutely loved your reaction to Neil Diamond's "Holly Holy." It was fantastic! 😊 I encourage you both to explore more of Neil Diamond's songs, and I must say, the live version of "Holly Holy" from his album "Hot August Night" (1972) is simply superior. It's one of the greatest live albums of all time, and the energy and emotion in the live versions surpass many studio recordings. Break the rules and go straight for the live version with your reactions. Sending you both much love in this message! ❤️🎶

[@musicgrl100]

Yes!

[@willieb3765]

I have seen Neil Diamond live 5 times and the power of his performance can not be over stated, Every performance in Seattle had 5 standing ovations and encores. Listen to the Hot August Nights dual album, just listen and try not to be hooked

[@rhondadananay2106]

Have been a Neil fan for over fifty years. Have been to so many concerts…the last one was his 50th Anniversary concert that was cut short due to his diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease. Glad I did not know that would be his last concert. So glad I got to see it! He is ahhhhmazing!🔥❤️💎

[@mgonzales56]

One of my favorites. Amazingly great song. Music and words, written by Neil, he is one amazing performer, and songwriter.

[@hellokimmy68]

My Mom had this album when I was a kid and I remember being so fascinated by this song. Thank you for listening to it! On a sad note - I'm sure you saw we lost Sinead O'Connor today. I think you've only done one song of hers thus far. Could you please check out "I Am Stretched On Your Grave." That would be most appropriate to honor her, I think. Thanks, guys!

[@barbarasisco851]

I love Neil Diamond! Try Turn on Your heart light. He wrote this song after seeing the movie ET. It's incredible

[@kathleenmenker3853]

I really love Neil Diamond! I owned the Hot August Night LP album years ago. I’ve seen him in concert several times. He was amazing! My favorite song is Play Me.

[@richardkint6531]

This song makes me feel soul deep!!😇 Nice pick. Maybe next one will be "Cherry, Cherry" Live . Thanks.😎

[@mr.knowitall6440]

You guys really owe it to yourselves to listen to the version from his 1973 "Hot August Night" live album. It was performed at The Greek Theater in L.A., and it's very likely the most intense performance I've heard from him. Amazing tone, and a great example of "channeling". 😳😎

[@shapeach]

Wow, y'all, i NEEDED THIS SO MUCH TONIGHT!! JUST UPLIFTED MY SOUL, so much..So many people going through their own private battles right now and this gave so many world wide so much Hope! Thank you for your light in this dark world!! What a blessing you are to so many❤❤❤

[@randeecarreno4289]

Always love seeing when you two react to a Neil Diamond song. He was one of my favorite singers growing up in the 80s. I very highly recommend that you give a listen to his song "Heartlight". It was inspired by the movie "E.T." Looking forward to the next music and movie reactions. 😊

[@jpschub3181]

One of my favorite artists. He can my sing for joy and then have you crying on the next tune. A great talent!

[@vickialbers8026]

Went to his concert 1984 His voice and songs have always moved me. Your responses show the joy he brings ❣️So good still.thank you

[@debbiedesotell9549]

He is one of my ALL time favorites! Saw him live! Amazing!!!!

[@lucieloves2000]

This is probably one of my favorite Neil Diamond songs!

[@mikelesley2803]

Listen to I Am I Said, Rambling Rosie and as mentioned before Brother Love. Neil was one of the greatest sonwriters of all time as well as a great singer.

[@ricksrnka6171]

Hot August Night, greatest live album of all time.

[@jogman262]

"Tree people out there, God bless ya I'm singing for you too. Are you still there tree people?"

[@birgitkornitzky1069]

HAN 72 the best ever