First time hearing Rare Earth "Get Ready" Reaction | Asia and BJ

[@mikewood6071]

Rare earth is another HIGHLY underrated band That were AWESOME. The drummer was the lead vocalist

[@hempchimp]

That's Pete Rivera. Saw Rare Earth Live Back in '72. Fun Fact: Rivera rarely opens his eyes when he is singing;

[@tonydelapa1911]

@@hempchimp neither do I - I don’t want to see anyone else’s reaction! 😂 This is a great tune and version though. I have seen videos of Rare Earth performing this but never noticed Rivera’s eyes were closed. Fun fact indeed.

[@user-gt2uf8cq9y]

A white boy drummer with that voice is one of the best visuals in rock history.

[@joegreen9987]

One of the greatest drummer around and he's the leading singer of the group let's go back to the seventies ❤❤❤❤❤

[@toddkilby8582]

One of the best voices IMO

[@surlechapeau]

Asia & BJ, you’ll love their "I Just Want to Celebrate"!!

[@CANDOKNOWHOW]

^THIS

[@metalmark1214]

A grooving song. "Get Ready" is a Motown song written by Smokey Robinson, which resulted in two hit records for the label: a U.S. No. 29 version by The Temptations in 1966, and a U.S. No. 4 version by Rare Earth in 1970

[@festidious2644]

Rare Earth was on the Rare Earth label which was a Motown label.

[@Frankincensedjb123]

Thanks Wikipedia

[@metalmark1214]

@@Frankincensedjb123 Sorry, didn't get it from Wiki, but maybe it had the same info.

[@amrak5028]

Thanks Mark

[@tcrane8630]

Smokey Robinson is a God of songwriting.. Amazing but, The Temptations original version compared to that of Rare Earth is not good. Rare Earth had tha amazing vocal and groove that just worked.. Right singer for the right song. Smokey really wrote a classic and Rivera sang and made it a classic

[@jonathanlocke6404]

The original version of this was written by Smokey Robinson. The 1966 version was recorded by The Temptations for Motown. Rare Earth recorded this version in 1970. The lead vocalist here also plays the drums in the band.

[@idalily3810]

As much as I love the Temptations version, I actually like the Rare Earth version better. They were a great band.

[@joelanderos23]

rare earth released it in sep 1969. it charted in 1970.

[@ericmichels6158]

Hate to say it but I like Rare Earth's version better than the Temptations.

[@michaelarisio9564]

The original was done by the Temptations The lead singer on this cover is also the drummer and on the album the song is almost 20 minutes long with all the band members doing solos with their instruments!!!

[@arrjay2662]

Arguably the greatest rock song

[@derekbrown5901]

I have this in Original Album form. My Uncle bought it when it came out and passed it down to me. Needless to say it’s “Priceless!”

[@brianforgie7724]

@@arrjay2662 ya its up there man. For me its I'm a man done by Chicago live. Rare Earth not too be messed with

[@ricknbacker5626]

Rare Earth's tackling of an already "Classic for the Ages" (only 3 years later) was ambitious to say the least. To me, both versions stand on their own. It's rare (no pun :-) that a cover version, in many ways, 'mimics' the original. Get Ready is a Temptations All Time classic that Rare Earth faithfully, respectfully, atmospherically and proudly put their own 'stamp' on. A well deserved Classic in its own right. That was an amazing reaction Asia & BJ. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Cheers, RNB

[@charlesf2804]

I have this album! The album version, however, is 21 minutes long. Each member gets to jam. Very cool! And as others have said, Smokey Robinson wrote it. Also, Rare Earth was a Motown act.

[@WilliamTheMovieFan]

That’s an amazing version! Their 11 minute version of I Know, I’m Losing You is fantastic!

[@Beatles4Sale.]

They need to listen to the full version! Definitely makes it a special version of this timeless classic!

[@donakmarie]

Ditto!

[@dogbarbill]

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[@johnro163]

Rare Earth made this song there own best version in my opinion

[@deborahcornell171]

They did a great version of The Temptations song "I'm Losing You". A real classic. Check it out!💙☮

[@notgivennotgiven7776]

Ah yeah

[@geneleonard4368]

Absolutely!

[@xaspirate8060]

That's another song that has a ton of groups covering it --- would put Rare Earth version on top.

[@michaelboyce9373]

Single also a Edit of another Side Long Cut!

[@ballsyrocker]

Yes, Deb..I was sitting here during the play and ,"I'm Losing You" popped in my head. It was kinda psychedelic at the time. Dig!!

[@barbarasalley]

Back in the 70's, we played the extended (album) version at parties almost on a loop! Danced til we dropped!!!

[@extracaliber432]

20 + mins of heaven

[@gpxo11]

Rare Earth did another Temptations remake-a psychedelic rock version of I Know I'm Losing You-check out the album version. Other Rare Earth hits include I Just want To Celebrate, Hey Big Brother, Born To Wander-incidentally the album cut of Get Ready is over 20 minutes long. You'll need to check out the album versions of their songs as their singles were heavily edited.

[@billhooten6377]

I love their cover of "Tobacco Road!"

[@larrysmith3409]

Most definitely

[@marthayoung2308]

One of my favorite songs ever!!! I always have to dance. Lol. Y'all should check out the LIVE version, because it is electric!

[@cathyhall1350]

You should watch Rare Earth live videos! And the term they use "outta sight" back in the day meant "awesome"! Yes they had soul and Motown let them record under their own label "RARE EARTH"!💕🎼✌️

[@brendaparker3825]

You picked a great song and a great band. It was a big hit. Still is!❤ This is an original! Could you imagine not wanting to move to this? Something on your body is going to move! Thanks for the memories you bring!❤❤❤❤

[@f.murphy8340]

This is a cover song, technically not "an original." The Temptations were first. Rare Earth also covered "I'm Losing You."

[@elsievickie]

Thank You, took me back to my roller skating days. This song played all the time....Damn 1969, seems like yesterday... Enjoying your Channel 🤗

[@AsiaandBJ]

Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@barbaraunderwood5032]

Rare Earth recorded for Motown Records. I saw Peter Rivera , the singer and drummer about 6 years ago. His voice is still great, maybe even better.

[@michaelboyce9373]

Berry Gordy Jr. gave them their own label,Too!

[@m.r.t9298]

You guys should check out the 17 min. version, it was the whole side of the album. Rare Earth was the first "white band" to sign with Motown. And another fact is that the drummer is the lead vocalist.

[@dogbarbill]

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[@davidmazon7516]

Ways to get up off our chairs when this came out on the radio and started dancing. Every time! My brother finally bought the album and I used to steal it from him all the time.

[@reneemaciag3084]

This was one of my mom's "house party" albums in the early 70s along with a couple of Booker T. and the MGs albums and, one of my favorites as a kid, "Struttin'" with The Meters. I highly suggest a follow-up, in fact, with both bands.

[@heronpage3883]

Booker T!! Asia and B need to react to Booker T.

[@Martin.Wilson]

This was back in the day, when Motown didn't care what colour your skin was....they only cared about how much soul you had.

[@gasser217]

AMEN!!

[@showtime4243]

It was such a pleasure to see you two enjoy this masterpiece !! I feel like I won the trifecta when I recommended this song on the live and it made the poll, won the poll and than you guys loved it ! Awesome reaction Asia and BJ and thanks for all the livestreams as they are so much fun !,

[@AsiaandBJ]

You're the best!

[@MikeAdams-dc9ib]

The temptations did get ready frist... Smokey Robinson wrote the song then. Rearearth did it 2years later after the temps... I love them both but know one can sing it like temps Eddie Kendricks

[@miba821]

Rare Earth covered this song from the Temptations, who recorded it in 1966 for Motown. The long version of this song better highlights the group's musicianship. Another Temptations song that they cover is (I know) I'm losing you. The group is also from Detroit which, to me, helps give rise to that funk, rock and soul sound. They were the first Caucasian group signed by Motown and eventually given their own label.

[@johneldridge8678]

Excellent reaction!!! Such a great, groovy song!!! Rare Earth is a very Soulful, Rock Band. Drive into more of their hits. You won't be disappointed!!!

[@crsounddoctor4937]

Hey there Asia & BJ, If I'm not mistaken & my memory doesn't fail me, Rare Earth was the 1st Rock Band signed by the Motown Label...Their Drummer was the lead singer too!!! And yes Asia, these brothers got some "SOUL!!!" It's too bad you didn't react to their "live" video of this performance because it allows you to see them getting down & I believe it is also an extended version!!! Nevertheless, check out & react to "I Just Want To Celebrate" and "I'm Losing You" by Rare Earth and you'll understand why Motown signed them!!!

[@benjaminjohnson8010]

This is a temptations cover they worked for Motown also and the drummer is the lead singer.

[@jimroutt2796]

I was lucky enough to see this band live in 1972! They were great! Best drummer lead singer ever!

[@scottmenser3930]

Thanks so much for reacting to this song! One of my wife and I first dates was in 72 at a Rare Earth concert in college. A great show! You guys are my favorites to watch for reaction videos...luv you!

[@AsiaandBJ]

Oh wow! Thank you!

[@ericsmith6615]

Wife here..HAVE LOVED THIS JAM ALL my LIFE!!!...Asia.., I always thought the lead singer had a very soulful voice as well..Rocking and Funky =FIRE!!.."Rocking Motown Song".Perfectly stated you guys!!

[@williamweiss6128]

Finally found Rare Earth-In Concert on cd. Had the album for years. Great LP. Pete is so cool. Even now, still playing.

[@zepptar]

This is the short version. Listen to the 21 minute version and prepare to be amazed

[@alienlifeform7490]

Soul, Rock, Funk. Yes!! Great reaction. Thank you!

[@AsiaandBJ]

Our pleasure!

[@zekearo22]

One of my favorite songs from Rare Earth is. "I just want to Celebrate" a fantastic song.

[@gerrydonald1771]

My favorite band back in those days and I do still listen. I'll never forget hearing the 20 minute version for the first time at that high school party! But don't stop here - you gotta hear their "I Know I'm Losing You!" This band always rocked with soul, they were always underrated, and regretfully under-represented by Motown. But they laid down plenty of tracks for us to still enjoy. And Pete Rivera is still around folks - I ead his bio just last year!

[@richardfriedman2633]

I saw Rare Earth perform this song live (in 1970 in Madison Square Garden) when they, and Gladys Knight and the Pips, opened for Sly and the Family Stone!!! 15,000 New Yorkers got down for the entire concert especially for Sly!!! My first concert at 13 yo and I was hooked. The 60 yo old ushers who normally worked at basketball games were dancing in the aisles harder than the 18 yo old hippies!!!!

[@Wasted_Talent007]

I saw this band live in 1975 at Tri Cities Raceways in Richland, Washington. A band called The Stories (Their biggest hit is titled "Brother Louis") opened for them. Rare Earth started the concert with the tune "Big Brother", but it was an extended version with a very long "lead in" of heavy percussion. I counted four different sets of drums/percussion including the lead singer that played a stand-up snare. It was mind blowing. Jaw dropping good and the most memorable aspect about them was their percussion section. Of course, they played "Get Ready" during the show as well. My favorite tune by this band is "Born to Wander". Another great tune by Rare Earth is "Tobacco Road", but it doesn't top Edgar Winter's version.

[@randysmith4119]

Written by Smokey Robinson, “Get Ready” was first a hit for the Temptations, in 1966. Rare Earth, who were then known in and around Detroit as the Sunliners, added the song to their concert setlist that same year.

[@shortstroke5667]

Temptations did it first, but you have got to do the long version by Rare Earth, all the Instruments take a solo.

[@MaxLudwig-f1j]

One of my favorite songs of all time love that freaking voice

[@PhillyGirl-pt3vq]

Amazing band & the lead singer is the drummer! 🥁 amazing song and vocals! Love your channel! ❤👏🏻👏🏻

[@carlocappetto4460]

Pete Rivera was on lead vocals and drums, Ray Monette on guitar, Mark Olsson on keyboards, Gil Bridges on saxophone, Eddie Guzman on congas and John Parrish on bass.

[@dougtaylor3021]

Great tune! My uncle was the conga player, Eddie Guzman, he was always a kick to hang with and a great goofball guy, all his relatives miss him dearly!

[@steverusso177]

Rare Earth was one of my all time favorites. Saw them in Hartford CT. at an outdoor festival.

[@jorgejimenez-velez648]

Great song i remember listening to this in the mid 60's. It was the original by the Tempts at the time. I was working at the Village in NYC at the time. We were partying regularly. Fun times, wish i was there again. Thanks i enjoy your reviews and your musical choices.

[@richardlaub889]

This was written by Smokey Robinson in 1965 for the Temptations who sang it in 1966. He wrote many hits while at Motown.

[@kevinpolito1529]

The original version of Get Ready by The Temptations came out in 1966. If you were a band playing high school dances in the '60s, You HAD to know Get Ready. As soon as the first notes of Get Ready were played, everybody was jumping out of their seats and surging onto the dance floor. Yes, I'm old enough to have lived through those times. The music of my youth was the greatest.

[@maryanngarrimone1153]

This group was awesome when they came out in the 70's. They do an awesome job with song. ❤❤❤

[@mikeconway9849]

Love this song. I purchased the LP when is was first released. This song was 21+ minutes long and was the whole reverse side of the LP. It had exteneded instrumentals and drums.

[@dogbarbill]

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[@genov9374]

1970,-the year I graduated from HS and bought such great music albums like Rare Earth, Crow, Led Zep2; Emerson Lake Palmer, Creedence,

[@Boatzilla2]

Every time I'm getting ready to go out, this song comes into my mind. I used to sing to my daughter to get her up and out to school.

[@russelldye3751]

They did many covers and rocked them! They made many covers into long rock versions!

[@chrisa4695]

Rare Earth was a “rock” band on the Motown label in the late 60’s/ early 70’s. They specialized in amped up rock versions of Motown classics.

[@kevinpolito1529]

Get Ready is one of many great songs written for MOTOWN artists by Smokey Robinson. Smokey also had his own string of hits.

[@sammyholloway334]

This song,,was one of the soundtrack to our lives songs . Also,, this album, was the first album, on an ad to get it for 1 cent. Long story,, if nobody my age is reading, I'll just sound crazy,, or crazier.

[@debrahartshorn3084]

Love Rare Earth Yes I am old😜 Glad to see you react

[@samthompson1843]

A very fascinating fact about this band is that when Motown records were thinking about branching out into rock n roll they specifically made that branch of the label for this band

[@joelanderos23]

rare earth released it in september 1969. i was in high school when it came out. there is a longer version of this song by them. about 20 minutes long.

[@joanfisher1079]

Rare Earth re-recorded both Get Ready by the Temptations and I'm Losing You (Your Love is Fading) by the Temptations along with Rod Stewart and Small Faces who re-recorded the Temptations I'm Losing You (Your Love is Fading). All versions are worth the listen.

[@donnabannister793]

Yes siree this has got them vibes🔥💃🔥 I love being surrounded by awesome music like this!! Thankyou... much love guys💞💜💞

[@debbieeppsmullins208]

Young people for some reason weren't raised on Motown artists, mind blowing to me. I was raised on listening to Motown, introduced my son to it but his girlfriend had no idea what I was talking about!

[@shannonwittman950]

Proof that in the era of classic pop radio, rock n' roll and soul frequently intersected. We had one soul group after another (which eventually evolved into very polished romantic soul (such as Roberta Flack, Barry White, Rose Royce, Billy Paul) or a listener could groove with urban soul (Wilson Picket, Chacka Khan, Otis Redding, Sam & Dave). And of course there's MOTOWN. White rock bands like Rare Earth jumped headlong into the middle of the feast!

[@christinewaide5249]

One of the best songs ever! 💕💕💕💕

[@richdiddens4059]

On their In Concert double album the cut is 23 minutes but was cut down from a live performance of over an hour. And Rare Earth was the first successful white Motown group.

[@dogbarbill]

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[@rebeccastone3301]

‘Get Ready’ is a Motown song written by Smokey Robinson for the Temptations covered by Rare Earth

[@Motownmike73]

These Boys ARE FROM DETROIT my Hometown!! They Have that Motown Groove throughout The LP’s, Give Them A Listen!!!

[@steverusso177]

" Celebrate" has to be next !

[@paulr.3220]

Soul, Rock, Funk, ya that fits. It is a hybrid genre all their own.

[@abdullahfadullah]

Original was The Four Tops. Rare Earth got their own subsidiary label named Rare Earth from the same label, Motown. The version you played was edited for AM radio. On the album it occupies an entire side, lots of solos. RE has many other hits. Remember: All Musical Roads Lead To Michigan! Lol

[@stevemelancon6207]

I think Rare Earth was on the Motown record label.

[@markbiggs6302]

Rare Earth was the first white musical act signed by Motown. Will always be one of my favorites.

[@arthurwoodson288]

Originally the Temptations & Rare Earth was on the Motown Label. Check out their version of I Know I'm Losing You also by the Temps but their signature song is I Just want to Celebrate.

[@fuzzie1956]

Couple other by Rare Earth songs def worth a listen '(I Know) I'm Losing You' and 'Hey Big Brother'.

[@michaelboyce9373]

Their label gave their own label,too! Sounds Live,but it's really a Studio Recording with a Audience Overdub.

[@Ritaholden1]

My mama drove my dad crazy with this party album. Classic Rock. They give every band member a solo time in the long. version.

[@roymoore3156]

Seeing Rare Earth was the first independent show I ever saw. They had some no-name, at the time, band open for them, and that band was and always bragged and boasted about being from Texas. A new band to the arena...they turned out doin pretty well for themselves and maybe you’ve heard of them,-from the great state of Texas, a new greatest band, Z.Z.Top. Top was a warmup...not for long!

[@davechaney1452]

Similar situation for me, except the opening band was a little better known at the time. Loved Rare Earth, but have to admit, The Doobie Brothers nearly stole the show. What a FANTASTIC concert!

[@genabourassa7962]

BJ you are right I was thinking it was too short I wanted to listen to it a lot longer, It really sounds like Motown what could be better. What a voice so strong and lots of rhythm. Just loved this, thanks

[@AsiaandBJ]

Thanks for listening

[@genabourassa7962]

@@AsiaandBJ You two are great I enjoy your comments about the performers and you seem to play more of the songs that i prefer more than the other reviewers

[@chab1rd155]

GREAT old school jam! Always loved it! 💖

[@KevinRCarr]

One of my favorite recorded moments in rock & roll history came on the Rare Earth" Live! album, at the beginning of this song, when drummer/lead vocalist guy leans into the microphone and says: "Uh, let's see if we can get into about twenty or thirty minutes of Get Ready," then they proceeded to stretch the song out to an entire album side...about 18-19 minutes. Classic!

[@dogbarbill]

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[@josephkriegel3162]

Smokey Robinson wrote the song, love Smokey, but these boys did it justice. Written by Smokey Robinson, “Get Ready” was first a hit for the Temptations, in 1966. Rare Earth, who were then known in and around Detroit as the Sunliners, added the song to their concert setlist that same year.

[@scottviverette14]

The greatest Motown rock n roll band ever ❤

[@OrionMapex]

Asia, the Temptations did this Smokey Robinson tune in 1966 and it got to #29 on the charts but, the Rare Earth version in 1970 made it to #4.....pretty cool history on this one.

[@Jmyth44]

This is originally “the Temptations “ song covered by Rare Earth who really does a hell of a job

[@antarcticorb9197]

I think they were the only rock/funk band signed to Motown. I might be wrong, but remember I read it somewhere. Anyway, they are funky, and got that rock feel all in one package. Go deeper with them!

[@RannJamm]

I saw them at IU in Nov1970, they were awesome I got right in front of the stage..

[@heronpage3883]

Guys, back in the day we had a LOT of rock/funk/soul music. Sly & the Family Stone, Santana, lots of bands made records that weren't easy to label.

[@donvito2682]

I just stumbled upon this..I didnt know you guys knew about rare earth..most people nowadays never heard of it. I use to hear it on the radio alot back in 1970.

[@anthonyblakely399]

This group was recruited by Motown and cover Smokey Robinson wrote the song, and The Temptations perform the original song from Motown. And Rare Earth cover it. The song went into the top ten on the Billboard charts. Y'all should go down this Rabbit 🐇 Hole ⛳ and check out, "I Just Want To Celebrate," by Rare Earth. It's FIRE 🔥🔥🔥

[@digzat]

Funkadelic for sure!! Great song and what a blast watching you both hearing this from Rare Earth!

[@benjohnson1633]

No one on the thread seems to know the drummer’s name, so it’s Pete Hoorelbeke. But he went by Pete Rivera. And yes, he did some great vocals in addition to laying down the rhythms!

[@josephkriegel3162]

I love Asia and her little jig! So sweet. Makes me smile!

[@michaelboismier1863]

Explore more of Rare Earth! You will enjoy for sure👍👍

[@joshuaegli4984]

It was the first Rock band promoted by a motown record company' they also sing Big Brother and War

[@markquintero5994]

I seen them twice in the early 1970s. The second time me and my friend ran down and stood in the front row. I had a crush on that sax player.

[@amb6899]

The Temps had the original mid ,60s. I remember this on the radio in early 70. Loved it then still do! Soooo happenin, groovy all that good stuff. Rare Earth was the first white group on Motown Records. I know I'm Losing You by them is quite good also tho this is tops!!!!

[@brianmanuel1202]

Rare Earth was on the Motown label then and got the ok to re record this song because of the great job they did on it.

[@felixkmgalanti9064]

One of the great Blue Eyed Soul Bands of the late 60's! RARE EARTH!

[@Wise_AF]

Rare Earth, from Detroit was the first rock band, incidentally all white to be signed to Motown Records. That's how they had access to all of those great Motown writers and producers - including Holland-Dozier-Holland, Smokey Robinson and the Motown catalogue...

[@happymethehappyone8300]

MUST HEAR CLASSICS,, Argent "Hold Your Head Up" Free "All Right Now" Head East "Never Been Any Reason" Vanilla Fudge "You Keep Me Hangin' On"

[@MrRukiddin]

The incomparable Pete Rivera on drums and vocals.

[@jessegreen6138]

This is also a cover of The Temptations song in 1966. Both The Temptations and Rare Earth were both with Motown Records. By the way Rare Earth is a White Band. The funny thing is Rare Earth version charted higher. They did another Temptations' song called "(I know) I'm Losing You". "Get ready" peaked at #4 on Billboards Hot 100. Motown decided to rename the label that had White Bands. The guys in the band suggested that if your renaming the Label why not call it Rare Earth and that became the Labels name. Peter Hoorelbeke (also known as Peter Rivers was lead singer and Drummer). Thank you for your Reaction to this song, Asia and BJ.

[@djjonosborn1531]

Asia & BJ - Rare Earth was the first white act signed to Motown Records. I THINK this was their first record on Motown.