FIRST TIME HEARING Righteous Brothers - Unchained Melody [Live - Best Quality] (1965) (REACTION!)

[@BellesDreams]

So, this is live and back then audiences were more respectful of the artist. This is pure raw talent. No auto tune, just a microphone. Plus Bobby was suffering from a cold and his Mother was in the audience 👍❤️

[@bostonwhofan]

He also had terrible stage fright, but you would never know it by the way performed that night.

[@Ozarkred1945]

Add to this, that it was on The Andy Williams Show, in a TV studio, and the reason is obvious.

[@larryjurkovskis4612]

Bill Medley Too.👍👍👍👍

[@larryjurkovskis4612]

In those days people wanted to hear the Singer NOT the Audience, They Respected Real Talent, No Vocal Enhancement, NO Gimmick Just The Best Live Rendition Of A Vocalist In the 57 years Since He Performed That Song!🎼🎶😇🙏

[@susanmcewan302]

​@@larryjurkovskis4612 totally agree!

[@vallee3140]

nothing worse than trying to hear a song sung while a crowd are shrieking , this is perfect, and yes it is his natural voice.

[@doloresschultz8393]

BobbyHatfield owns this song. Considered the best live recording by a male. listen tò SUMMERTIME and"Bring it on home to me" àñd I Belìevè"

[@sharonhalliday3180]

This was a live TV performance, and the manners of the day were that you remain quiet while a performer sings. If an audience member spoke during a song, they would have been escorted out by security.

[@gregoryfoster8372]

Bobby Hadfield had 3 octave range .. with the passion he put into his songs and his sky blue eyes, they labeled it “Blue Eyed Soul” in the 60’s ! I was there ….

[@tskend8502]

Totally agree. But having said that, when they were doing actual concert gigs the ladies were going crazy !! lol

[@vallee3140]

Thats one of the reasons I dont go to many concerts, my ears hurt for days after @@tskend8502

[@elizabethdumas4147]

It's called respect when the crowd listens politely. It's not about them. If the crowd started hooting and hollering, Andy Williams would have had them thrown out. This was a LIVE performance seen on TV and times were much different then.

[@christhornycroft3686]

The audience wasn’t all teenage girls either. They wouldn’t stop screaming for Elvis in the 50s, but those were kids, not adults. I would think TRB appealed to a slightly older audience. So there’s that as well. If you saw Elvis or some of the other rock singers on Sullivan in the late 50s, it was a total scream-fest.

[@elizabethdumas4147]

@@christhornycroft3686 Yes, I remember them screaming when the Beatles were on Sullivan although i didn't get it. They did scream for Elvis and even Sinatra. TRB's seemed to command more respect.

[@maryebr6198]

Lyrics written for the movie Unchained. The song reflects the concerns of a young man in prison, ready to be released and wondering if the woman he loves is still there for him. The singer is Bobbiy Hatfield who lived in California. The song Unchained Melody was also used in the movie named Ghost.

[@lkajiess]

Oh come on, when I think of "shrieking crowds" I think of the 50-70's.

[@maryhosea6475]

​@@lkajiesswhen the screaming started I stopped going to live concerts

[@caroldevenny5708]

Hey there young fellow. Here's a little info during those times. The Vietnam war was going on and a lot of us were watching our husbands go to War. This was me and ny husband's song. He left as I watched praying everyday for his return. The mail didn't get to the soldiers regularly so they would write home asking if their love was still in love. I lost my husband he never returned from Vietnam. His last letter asked if I still cared and he'd be home soon he never got my letters so he never knew. My one and only true love my heart breaks every time I hear Bobby sing this song. God must have needed him more than me. A lot of us losts loved ones during this time. "GODSPEED" means hurry home

[@angelsalgado1984]

Your story is one of the saddest stories that I ever heard.😢

[@pamstuckey8349]

Thank you for sharing this important perspective. I am very sorry to hear you suffered this loss

[@geovanni7342]

My heart breaks for you. I was old enough to see and feel the anguish the people of this country went through and the unrest that hurt so many, here and over there. God Bless you for your and his sacrifice.

[@bobclark9093]

Bobby Hatfield was the singer and that song first came out in 1955 by the Platters.

[@cindyvajnar4851]

I am very sorry for your loss. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jenfries6417]

The Righteous Brothers were Bobby Hatfield (tenor) and Bill Medley (baritone). They were famous together for absolutely gorgeous harmonies. They also took turns doing solos. "Unchained Melody" was one of Bobby's solo songs. It's a cover of a song from a 1950s movie called "Unchained." "Unchained Melody" is like a romance anthem and might be one of the most covered songs ever, so many artists have sung it, but for my money, Bobby Hatfield will always own it. This performance was on the tv show, The Andy Williams Show. Andy Williams was a popular vocalist as well. Both the Brothers were on, but this clip is of Bobby's solo during the show. So yeah, there actually were signs telling the audience when to applaud and when to keep quiet. This was performed in a tv studio, and it was broadcast live. The duo started out in another band, then broke off to do their own thing together. They originally had another name - some sappy 50s thing like the Paramours or something - but at one of their gigs in a bar that catered to military personnel, a group of Black Marines were so impressed that at least one shouted "That's righteous, brother!" The guys liked that, so they adopted it as their name, the Righteous Brothers. Over the decades, they have been one of the US's most popular bands. Their duo hit "You've Lost That Loving Feeling" was the most requested song on radio for years and years. Now that you've heard Bobby's fine wine tenor, next check out Bill's old whiskey baritone with "I Just Want to Make Love to You," and then get the full effect of both voices with "You've Lost That Loving Feeling" and "Soul and Inspiration." That'll get you started. PS: You're right - there was no autotune. That was Bobby's natural voice. All singers you listen to before 1997, you're hearing their real voices - good, bad, or indifferent. With the Righteous Brothers, it's all good.

[@doloresschultz8393]

Both are So CA .Though Bobby wasn't born here.. Bobby attended Anaheim School, I think. Try Rock and Roll Heaven - they were inducted into the R & Ròll a short before God called Bobby Home.

[@bugvswindshield]

One of the best damned pure vocal songs ever ! I've heard this song a million times and still love it! thanks.

[@andrearegan8223]

Same here and I never get tired of hearing it

[@sorrystaunton]

This is a TV show from 1964 you didn’t “cheer” people on when it’s a live broadcast. That’s the respect we showed artists. This was well before auto tune….This was Bobby Hatfield he sang this song without his “brother” Bill Medley. Bobby has passed away but Bill Medley is still alive and performing at 80 years old. Listen to both of them perform You’ve Lost That Lovin Feelin….or You’ll Never Walk Alone live on the Ed Sullivan Show….you’ll be blown away!!!

[@sharon32652]

That is the incredible talent and voice of Bobby Hatfield. He was one of The Righteous Brothers. The other one was Bill Medley. The sang together beautifully, but they also did songs separately too. This is live, with only a microphone and Bobby. The crowd is quiet because back then we actually wanted to hear the singer sing. No other version of this song has ever been done as well.

[@jeannemara1600]

The audience wanted to hear him and the song. Back then, we were polite and let an artist do his work. And, young man, Bobby Hatfield was an artist!

[@alicestephens2233]

the attention paid and the respect for the song made the crowd LISTEN to the fabulous music and absorb it instead of trying to make a point about how popular the artist was and the applause at the end was truely appreciated ... a lot of respect in the silence of listening...it was a good time to be alive...so sad its gone..it should come back.

[@marilynbruce1901]

I was 17 years old when Bobbie sang this song and I could listen to it a million times more. No auto tune, just his natural voice. I am so glad I was born in this Era, there is no music like this today!

[@artbagley1406]

I think the primary reason there's no screaming and yelling and clapping in the audience is because they wanted to hear the singer and band.

[@judithsoltess5967]

We never clapped until the end of songs ! Respect ✊..

[@debbers]

It's called respect for the singer and wanting to hear every note! People were asked not to applause until the end in the old days!

[@sharonporter7132]

This was not a regular concert. The Righteous Brothers were guests on the Andy Williams', who was a very popular singer himself, TV show. The audience knew not to disrupt the performance until the end. Glad you liked it.❤

[@debbers]

Yes, I know he was on the Andy Williams show, I also know his parents, at least his mother was there, I am not certain about his father, were in the audience and that's why he smiled that angelic smile at the end! Thank you for your kind reply!

[@maryannc6313]

This is the amazing Bobby Hatfield performing live on the Andy Williams Show. Because this was Bobby's solo his partner, Bill Medley, was offstage with the show's host. They were dubbed "blue eyed soul." When they performed at a club near El Toro Marine Base Black Marines would yell out things like "That's righteous, brothers" and that's where the name originated. Check out both singing the most played recording of the 20th century "You've Lost That Loving Feeling."

[@charlesnickerson4812]

His parter didn't think it would be a hit he kicked himself for years after

[@Aurora-tp3dy]

​@@charlesnickerson4812 It was a joke. It was always Bobby's solo from even before he teamed up with Bill. It shouldn't have been a hit. It was recorded for an album. Bobby brought it to the studio to be his solo for the album. It was serendipitous that Phil Spector put it on the B-side of Hung on You which was to be his latest masterpiece. DJs liked Unchained Melody better than the A-side (which they were supposed to play) and started playing it instead. Spector was not happy and tried to get them to stop playing it. Obviously, they didn't stop. Bill produced it, but after it became a hit and additional pressings were needed, Spector put his name on the record as producer.

[@charlesnickerson4812]

Thanks for the correction but I like the version they told as a joke. They were a great group and put out some great music.

[@andrearegan8223]

Never get tired of hearing them. Awesome duo

[@mikesba]

This is an example of what we seniors called “blue eyed soul” back in our day !

[@thresajenkins5581]

I graduated from high school in 1965. The 1960s was the best time for music. There were so many really good bands and singers.

[@terereynolds698]

We had such great music in the 50’s 60’s and 70’s , it was all pure talent, back then you had to actually be able to sing

[@ardentynekent2099]

You're right! No artificial intelligence. A gorgeous song! Thank you. Sort of thrilling to hear younger generations appreciate what we took for granted. Everybody had to have major talent.

[@ardentynekent2099]

IamKing, there wouldn't be a sign to sit quietly. No applause sign needed; It was a sign of respect.

[@reggiefokes6677]

This is pure, raw talent. Thats how it was back then. No electronic enhancement. The Righteous Brothers didn't need it. So many performers now really don't have the chops to work without assistance.

[@jackiesteele5024]

In those days you had to be able to actually Sing!!!! The Righteous Brothers were so talented, one of the best groups at that time!! I was a teenager in the 60's,so THIS is my music. Look up some of the people from the 60's and listen to their music, you won't be disappointed!! Some of the best soul music ever recorded!! Thanks for your reaction!!

[@spud912]

Apparently his mom was in the Audience that night ,and as you can see he absolutely nailed it . Perfect 👍🎶

[@lauracwhitney]

He was so magical in his heavenly voice that people were transfixed and did not want to interrupt his amazing sound with cheering and shouting and clapping until he was finished with his heart stopping sound.

[@dorissweeley6026]

This was a variety show. The audience was usually older and there were generally behavior rules for the audience to adhere to. When they performed at a teen show like Shindig, there was plenty of screaming.

[@mamaflush9945]

This is blue-eyed soul at its finest. No auto tune...just God gifted talent. And what you have to consider is that the culture back then was completely different from today. People tended to be more conservative with their actions and as you continue to discover old school music you will see this a lot. Shows like The Midnight Special, Soul Train, Ed Sullivan Show ect... they would frown upon the crowd getting loud, due to the filming of these shows. They would direct the crowd to be quiet and clap at the end. IKR! but different times back then. But when we went to their concerts the fans would show our love and you will see that also. It's wonderful to see someone from your generation exploring these wonderful tunes...Let's keep Great Music Alive! Here's another song from the great Bobby Hatfield and Bill Medley. "You've Lost That Loving Feeling - Righteous Brothers JAR-ReMix Stereo HiQ Hybrid JARichardsFilm" I hope you enjoy your journey down the rabbit hole of old school classic rock, and every other genre of wondrous music. Nice reaction, thanx for sharing👍💜 oh and I'm a subscriber

[@grannyrice8983]

It was an awesome time to be alive in the sixties, seventies and eighties!

[@houyuansung6872]

This is what real beautiful music is and after years later, it will still be the top classic forever…….

[@timetravellingone]

Other songs by them "You've lost that loving feeling" "Soul and inspiration" "You'll never walk alone" "Rock and roll heaven"

[@vallee3140]

and Bobbys Summertime its crazily good.

[@pockynon]

This is when you had to have real talent - no auto tune and studio hyjinks.

[@mariaangelicabrunellsolar7086]

He is one of the greatest singers ever, IMO. His interpretation was perfect, honest and heartfelt, along his extreme vocal range. Those were revolutionary times in popular music, with mold -braking bands like the Beatles and the Rolling Stones. Yes, you had to be talented then, not like today that anyone can hack their voice or their instruments with technology! Decay in popular music came during the 1990s, except for cult bands like Lacrimosa, Metallica, Queen, Mago de Oz, and a few others. Crowds were always silent in the 60s. They showed their respect to the performer by intently listening to him/her. You will hear them applauding after he finishes the song! Nobody would have dared shout or applaud while listening to such otherworldly singing!

[@belindajohnson2354]

They got their name when they were performing, and someone yelled out “that’s righteous brother”, and that gave them their name. Bobby was found dead in his hotel room moments before going on stage to perform. Their friendship and singing partnership truly lasted a lifetime.

[@patti280]

Can you believe his range. Absolutely incredible

[@Heartofmyday_kathyday]

It’s respect. In the day we waited until they finished.

[@spacefanatic]

Hundreds of singers have sung this song but none do it better than Bobby Hatfield. The studio version (used in the film 'Ghost') was great but this live version is stupendous. He had a cold, his mother was in the audience watching him sing professionally for ther first time and he suffered from stage fright. If you look at the last high note he does not contort his face like most other singers. His face is calm, his eyes open and he gives that little smile that says 'I nailed it'.

[@marcellesnewton2338]

He sure did nail it. I'm 75 and still love tus song sung only by Bobby

[@andrearegan8223]

I'm 70 and I remember when this came out and I love it just as much now as I then

[@Mark-iv7np]

Bobby Hatfield was one of the greatest singers ever. This song is one of the greatest ever. When he teams up with Bill Medley other great singer they belt out such great songs as You lost that Loving Feeling, Soul and Inspiration For once in my Life and more. They did an occasional song by themselves. Bobby did a fabulous rendition of Ebb Tide. Best of success on yr channel 😊

[@bryanspindle4455]

The audience is quiet because they had respect for the performers and were enjoying the experience. People today are not respectful.

[@linuxlaila]

I would not want to breath or move or blink if I was there listening and watching him. Every note was amazing

[@robinsnest4306]

This is in my day! I’m 69 years old. I could give you some amazing suggestions from that era! So many beautiful tender songs! With meaning and pure raw talent!

[@mzaree3821]

It's called "Respect" for the performer. This was a whole different time and this performance was sung live for TV. I watched this show when it aired on TV on the Andy Williams Variety Show. I was 15 then. We all were crazy about the Righteous Brothers, Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield.

[@nancyp2448]

this was in 1965, I was a senior in high school & watched this performance by Bobby Hatfield on the Andy Williams Show. I cried & was in love for the rest of my life. This was on what was called a weekly variety television show, this was he Andy Williams Show, & people were very quiet & respectful with this kind of music, It was meant to be heard! No auto tune, no mixing. People had to have some real singing ability as there was no sophisticated technology. Bill Medley is the other Righteous brother & he too has an amazing voice. Check out Unchained Melody to hear them together.

[@doloresschultz8393]

Fifties (Big Bands), sixties, seventies were thr Golden Years for music. (Percy Sledge, Linda Ronstedt, the amazing dancer/singer Wilson (teardrops keep falling from my eyes) so many!!

[@pamelaanders5062]

Well, there were two members of the Righteous Brothers, but they occasionally sang solo. The audiences were very respectful of artists back then and only chose to show their appreciation for the performance at the very end of each number.

[@teresadavilasoares6136]

To have an idea of their quality I paste some information usefull to you : The Righteous Brothers were nominated twice for a Grammy. In 1965, their recording of "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin" was nominated in the Best Rock And Roll Recording category at the 7th Annual Grammy Awards.[61] Their re-recording of "Unchained Melody" was nominated for Best Pop Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group at the 1991 Grammy.[62][63] They were also awarded the Best New Singing Group in the Billboard Disc Jockey Poll in 1965.[64] The Righteous Brothers were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on March 10, 2003.[65] They were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2005.[6]

[@susie2366]

I was a teenager when this song was popular. Audiences at the time stayed quiet as a mark of respect. He’s one half of the Righteous Brothers named Bobby Hatfield doing a rare solo, which his partner produced. To see them singing together is amazing too! You must see “You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling”!! ♥️

[@sharonpate5481]

The epitome of blue eyed soul 👵🏼☮️💜😎. “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling” next please 🙏🏼

[@deeppurple2557]

I was a 10-year-old boy when this was recorded, but I remember watching it on TV and hearing it on the radio. The audience wasn't cheering Bobby Hatfield during the performance because they wanted to hear the full beauty of the music. It was a different time and attitude -- not just getting a rush and screeching in an emotional high, but truly appreciating the artistry of the delivery. No auto-tune, no multi-track recording, no digital manipulation of the sound. Recording artists in those days had to succeed on raw talent. Modern technology and noisily reactive audiences have made modern musical artistry so forgiving that performers who have far less talent can advance so much further than was possible in those times, when the artistic competition was so much more challenging. Listen and appreciate, younger folks. You will probably never hear their like again.

[@shellygill5029]

This is a live tv performance on the Andy Williams Show with an audience of over 1 million viewers. The audience is instructed not to scream and to hold their applause until the end so the viewers can hear the entire song.. It was a more dignified time in music. If you watch the video from the beginning you will see both of the Righteous Bros. with Andy, the host of the show and Bobby tells us their names and how the name of their duo came about. Their first song together is "You've lost That Loving Feeling" Unchained Melody was Bobby's solo. Check out: Soul and Inspiration and You'll Never Walk Alone..

[@darlenefragale6550]

They each got to do one solo on each album and this was his. It was a great time to grow up with this music…pure raw talent ..no auto tune no lip syncing

[@fifiladu2659]

This was a live performance on the Andy Williams show. TV audiences were generally quiet during performances, saving a hearty applause for the end. If you search, you can find this same performance where Andy interviews he and his singing partner prior to the song. You should definitely listen to some more Righteous Brothers songs. Their talent was incredible and their completely different voice ranges blended into some true magic. ♥️

[@DiscoBar80]

Thanks for your reaction.

[@christopherparker1823]

Glad you had an opportunity to enjoy this song. 05:30 Because it’s not that kind of song. It’s the kind of song that flows into your heart deeply and quietly. The kind of deep, quiet yearning for someone from a time and era when you couldn’t speak out as much or be yourself as much. It’s more about finding the centre of self and radiating that quiet, unspeakable, all-consuming inner desire, and need. Sometimes yearning for someone with every fibre of your being, while the bittersweet reality of what is, rolls over you and you have to keep going in life. Knowing that no matter what happens, life will never be the same since you met that person, and you ache for their return in your soul and bones.

[@craigd9896]

Yep, had to be able to sing back in the day, no auto tune, just voice.

[@krreyem7543]

because the MUSIC is so powerful NO ONE wants to interrupt the beautiful song!!!!!

[@Lilione111]

The crowd is actually listening 😄

[@jeneanleatherman5843]

This was my wedding song, 33 years ago. We had a swing band who played it beautifully. Love it.

[@doloreskrisky1670]

They were the first concert I attended nearly 60 years ago. Still love them. In addition to You've Lost That Loving Feeling & Soul and Inspiration, listen to them sing Nightime is the Right Time with the Blossoms on Shindig. Bobby singing Summertime, Bill singing I Just Want To Make Love To you.

[@1cmnsents]

These WERE the days when singers were ACTUALLY singers. Instead of all this SCREAMING out your lungs and calling it singing. Before all the audio adjustments are made in the recording studio. KAREN CARPENTER is definitely THE BEST FEMALE VOLCALS of her time. The absolute clarity and range is still not matched today.... WITH NO YELLING OR SCREAMING she still gets it done. I have to say...... its FANTASTIC that you are taking the time to put these type of talents back into the light where it belongs... THANK YOU!!!!!!

[@bella-xp7qd]

They were performing on live TV. It was expected that the audience sit and listen to the music. Bobby had a head cold.

[@pegatheetoo1437]

It was a beautiful, mellow song. Everyone used to be quiet at these types of classy events so other people could actually hear the singer & not the person screaming next to them. And yes, theyvwere probably told they were filming it and to please hold their applause until the end. People were much more respectful and reserved back then.

[@bradenjennings7861]

Go find the complete video with the introduction on the Andy Williams Show to get a good idea of whats going on. This was live, no autotune, by Bobby Hatfield whose mother was in the audience. Absolutely one of the best live performances ever televised. I'd recommend You've Lost That Loving Feelingby the Righteous Brothers as well. Thanks.

[@Lilione111]

100% his natural voice. NO filters or auto tune & live.

[@annmarieknowles7462]

Everyone mentions the crowd, but at the same time, when you listen to it, you are just relaxed & swaying your head & it makes you feel like that. You just get caught up in it!

[@robinpraisebetogodscammell3277]

That’s pure raw talent with a voice sooo soothing.

[@kristiannapavlova4430]

We went to HEAR the person sing, not to hear each other scream and carry on. And yes, it WAS a great time to be alive! :) Pure talent is what you are watching.

[@MsCamicam]

The crowd was showing respect to the artist by just being quiet and taking in this man beautiful voice. Clapping was reserved for the end of the performance. Different era equals different standards.

[@markosborne6063]

Great reaction. Check out Bobby Hatfield's solo performance of 'Summertime'

[@jimmyperson694]

It's great to see you experiencing great timeless music. ❤❤

[@groundcontrol436385]

The audience is there to hear him sing not to hear themselves. Plus this was a live performance on a popular TV show so it wasn't some free for all. Thanks for sharing this. This show was on Valentine's Day which is why they're wearing pink jackets and Andy Williams was wearing a pink sweater. We were so sweet in the 60s.

[@Vonne-cw5wf]

This performance is taken from the Andy Williams Show which was a weekly variety show in the 60's; the audience knew they were being filmed and would not 'let loose' as some might at a live concert. Bobby Hatfield and Bill Medley would alternate solo songs on their albums so they could each display their talent; they both wanted to sing this so they flipped a coin and Bobby won. You are correct in that talent carried the day. Many teen idols (like Fabian) were a flash in the pan because in the end they really did not possess true talent, though promoters tried to create a market for them.

[@pharamathews5152]

You were thinking of the mighty Temptations singing "My Girl" but right era. The Righteous Brothers are from the Orange County area in southern CA. They were each in another singing group before they hooked up together & their 1st song that got air play was "Little Latin Lupe Lu". There's a video of them singing that song on the Shindig TV show where they were regulars from 1964-1966 along with many other black n white video performances. Shindig showcased a lot of singing talent artists. Listen to them sing "You Lost That Loving Feeling" (featured in the movie Top Gun) from that show along with "Bring It On Home To Me" and Bobby's wild solo of "Summertime". Shindig was a teen show so it's loud & the girls are screaming, there's go go dancers are all over the place besides the live band & back up singers. Bobby Hatfield sang his solo of "Unchained Melody" on an adult TV show called The Andy Williams Show and yes..the audience was instructed to remain quiet so the TV audience could hear the performance which is still considered one of the best live performances ever. There's a KZbin video with the beginning of this same performance with Andy Williams chatting & joking with both of the Righteous Brothers after they had sang a song together that gives an insight how they got their name. The studio recorded version of "Unchained Melody" was featured in the movie Ghost 25 yrs later & it became a hit all over again. Both Brothers (unrelated) sang solos on every album. The Hullabaloo TV show is where you can hear them singing "Soul and Inspiration". A Philly DJ invented the term "Blue Eyed Soul" to describe to his radio audience the amazing vocals of Righteous Brothers & a subtle hint how they looked. Good reaction & I subscribed.

[@ShirleyHage]

I think we had some of the greatest music back then and why many of is still listen to it today. This is live TV and wanting to hear the song, And he sings this one song by himself

[@chevy266nova]

Remember this was Live on TV back in 1965.

[@hkynuts11]

Watch, You’ve Lost that Loving Feeling. This is one of the two in the group. He got to sing this by winning a coin flip.

[@claudlowe9228]

It was live on tv in 1965 when I was a junior in high school. His partner had a cold that day. The audience, back then, were very respectful of artists. There was nothing but the mike and the singer. This was pure talent like Roy Orbison, Jan and Dean, The Beach Boys, Elvis, The Shirells, and so many others at that time, pure talent.

[@paulamadden1766]

There was a TV show in 1965 called The Andy Williams show which was extremely popular. This was a live performance on TV so people didn't stand up but I'm sure they wanted to

[@jackiekuka2607]

I love your innocent excitement about the senior that you watch like the Bee Gees and this and queen it makes me so happy to see your actual honest reaction and your excitement about it and then it makes me sad because you talk about your generation and how you don’t have this, but it makes me feel so blessed to have grown up, listening to all this great music and songwriters musicians, and no auto tunes and no darknessjust joy and exuberance so thank you thank you thank you definitely following you. Keep it up. Keep exploring. Thank you for this post.

[@Yvonne-]

This wasn't a concert, it was a television show and audience. Yes there were quiet signs back then. No autotune, that's all him. They were wonderful together. Bobby, singing here died young due to heart damage from drug use, but they gave their story a little earlier in that same show.

[@Aurora-tp3dy]

He was 63 when he died, not that young. He did NOT have a heart damage due to drug use. He had a heart attack because he needed bypass surgery like tons of other older guys. The medical examiner said he couldn't see him living through that month without the surgery. He absolutely wasn't an addict. That trace amount of cocaine, if actually there, was incidental to his death. So wish people would keep there vivid imaginations to themselves.

[@alrightbal9190]

@Aurora-tp3dy thank you for saying that. Even Bill has said it was his heart. Why people have to sensationalize things. I don't think the cocaine existed( false positive).

[@judithsoltess5967]

Great year of music 🎶 ..all 60’s ..

[@billolsen4360]

Remember seeing this live on our black & white TV when I was about 11yo. My sister just had to watch Bobby do this song on "The Andy Williams Show," a weekly hour-long musical variety program on CBS. On TV shows in those days, the producers controlled the content very strictly to stay within their allotted time slots, so yeah they did control applause & laughter.

[@davidkendall2272]

I have been life long admirer of the Righteous Brothers beautiful music, and this song in particular. It will never age and will be relevant 100+ years from now. Please check out "You've Lost that Lovin feeling" another great song.

[@judithsoltess5967]

Bobby owns this song ! So heartfelt !

[@waynejohnson1304]

IamKing, You asked why the crowd was so quiet while Bobby was singing. The Righteous Brothers was not considered a rock band. Their type of music brought men to their shows dressed in suits and ties. The ladies wore their best dresses. Also, and not least, was the fact that they appeared on the Andy Williams show. Andy Williams was considered a class act back then and he still was until the day he died. If you haven't heard Andy Williams sing the song, Born Free, then, you haven't heard the best version of that song. It is the GOLD standard. Also, try to hear Andy sing Impossible Dream. Again, his is in the top 2 versions of that song.

[@ajruther67]

The lyric line you sang "I got sunshine" is from the song My Girl (1965) by The Temptations. David Ruffin sings lead on that song.

[@annepinkerton6280]

They are sitting there because it's a live TV show and they showed him respect by being quiet while he was performing! It was just good manners! The cheering came after the song. Wasn't long after this that everything changed with The Beatles and the entire British Invasion, then Woodstock and hippies! The world hasn't been the same (or as good) since!!! The one singing is Bobby Hatfield and the "other brother" (they're not actual brothers) is Bill Medley (low voice). They were doing a show once and when they finished, someone said, "Man, that was righteous!" Hence the title The Righteous Brothers! Try You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling. There's much more talent now but they have cheats they use to make them sound better. That's what I love about the A Capella groups. Theirs is just pure talent!!!!!! Thanks for your reaction!

[@jack-1955]

I was born in '55. I grew up listening to music from the 60's and 70's. That was the best era for music, IMO. Tons of great artists and songs.. you may want to take a deep dive into that generation of music. Way too many to list.. all great and all with no autotune. Also, if you have not done so already, you have to check put my favorite band of all time, and it has been for over 50 years, Pink Floyd.

[@ForeverHisforever]

I was 9 years old when this came out, i am white but i listened to only black stations like KPRS AND WATCHED SOUL TRAIN ON TV EVERY WEEK BECAUSE AS FAR AS I WAS CONCERNED YOU GUYS HAD THE BEST MUSIC, AND I LOVED DANCING AND had SOUL, and i was supper bad😊 AND I STILL LISTEN TO IT AND I'M ALMOST 70 ❤❤❤, r music they played on the radio classic rock heavy metal, rock all SU....

[@annecornine8469]

Great song....great singer!! ❤

[@christhornycroft3686]

You can see Bobby’s reaction at the end. He knew he nailed it.

[@timetravellingone]

Bee Gees "Too much heaven" "Stayin alive" "How deep is your love" "You should be dancing" "More than a woman"

[@karengarrow5579]

Righteous Brothers are not really brothers originally made up of Bobby hatfield and Bill medley Bobby Hatfield died and now righteous brothers consist of bill medley and Bucky heard you may recognise bill medley’s voice from I had the time of my life sung in movie dirty dancing with Patrick swayze yes black eyed peas covered the song as well

[@gregbuckenara8063]

The Bee Gees would not hold a Candle to the Righteous Brothers. NO comparison whatsoever.

[@debbers]

The 60's were awesome! You should have listened to something with both of them first before doing this one with just Bobby! Try "You've Lost That Loving Feeling" next, it showcases both of the brothers, who really aren't brothers, but great singers none-the-less! This was my first time sitting in with you today, I subscribed and left you a big thumbs up! If I find you again I'll be back to sit in with you again. And yes it was the best time to be alive, I was born in the 1950's and love all of the great music that has come my way since I was born!

[@serafyo]

At that show, the crowd was advised to be silent until the song was over. The other brother, Bill, was on at the beginning of the show with Andy Williams. Pure natural, talent was required in those days. They didn't need auto tune. Natural talent was required, if you weren't talented, you didn't sing. You need to see The Righteous Brothers on the Andy Williams Show and you will see both brothers and they will make you laugh

[@sharonporter7132]

This was not a regular concert. The Righteous Brothers were guests on the Andy Williams', who was a very popular singer himself, TV show. The audience knew not to disrupt the performance until the end. Glad you liked it.❤

[@johncrookston6111]

I had to stop at 3:08 to comment I just subbed so that I could enjoy watching a young man experience the great music that we old folks grew up on, it is inspiring Can't wait to see your reaction to the rest of the performance Enjoy!

[@Hapless1039]

For some of us of a certain generation, we were taught the correct etiquette at performances (at least for that time). I attended grade school in San Antonio in the 1960s. The symphony had a program with the school district -- they did 2-3 concerts a year for us. These were field trips -- parents signed permission slips & we went to the symphony hall in chartered buses to hear a concert with music selected for upper grade-school age children, such as "Peter & the Wolf" & the "William Tell Overture" (the Lone Ranger). We usually dressed a little nicer on those days (we had dress codes then -- girls always wore dresses or skirts & blouses to school). These were educational opportunities but also fun. We were exposed to light classical music & you learned how to act/behave at such events. This included staying quiet without fidgeting while the orchestra played. You didn't applaud until the conductor brought his arms all the way down. This extended to other types of performances as well (like not talking during plays). And as others have said, remaining quiet allowed you to fully hear & enjoy the music. Bobby Hatfield had the most beautiful voice & this is by far the best version of "Unchained Melody." He was a countertenor, a rare male voice, & had a large vocal range. No falsetto. He performed this live & you never see him straining or forcing the notes. Just smooth as silk. He was gone too soon, dying of a heart attack at 62. RIP. Your music goes on.

[@lightatthecape2009]

No auto tune. He is a vocal artist.

[@revaflowers3115]

My Girl is the song you thought this song was.This was just part of a variety show called The Andy Williams Show that the Brothers were guests on.Bobby was doing a solo,but earlier in the show both Brothers sang together.Variety Show were shows that were taped live from Hollywood studios or other studios and so just like the Late Show or Ellen DeGeneres the audience wasn't rowdy during performances and clapped at the ends.

[@user-zu4cc6pb9x]

He does a cover of my girl too

[@AnnetteLloyd-k2d]

Im 73 we liked to hear the song and music the we would go nuts😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@robertsanders7061]

Nothing but him and his microphone, just. Great singer from that era

[@jessied8585]

Yes, they are completely quiet listening to every word and note. Plus they were filming live. Great review!

[@ThePatriotPoet23]

YES ..... THIS IS ONE OF THOSE BE QUITE SONGS .... GLAD TO SEE YOUNG PEOPLE ENJOYING THE MUSIC I HAD AS A KID 👍