Harvey Brownstone Interview with Gilbert O’Sullivan, Legendary Singer / Songwriter

Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth interview with Gilbert O’Sullivan, Legendary Singer / Songwriter
About Harvey's guest:
Today’s special guest, Gilbert O’Sullivan, is a music superstar. He was Ireland’s first international pop music star, and he became a global phenomenon in the 70s with his classic hit song, “Alone Again, Naturally”, which stayed at #1 in America for 6 weeks and earned him 3 Grammy Award nominations.
He’s charted 16 top 40 records, including six No. 1 songs. Some of my favourites are “Nothing Rhymed”, “Clair”, “Get Down”, “Out of the Question”, “Why Oh Why Oh Why”, “What’s in a Kiss”, “So What”, “Tomorrow, Today”, and one of my all-time favourites, his wonderful duet with Peggy Lee, “Can’t Think Straight”. For over 5 decades he’s been writing hit songs in his signature style.
He's recorded 20 studio albums and released 8 compilation albums. And he’s been performing sold-out concerts not only in his native Ireland, but throughout the UK and around the world. Record Mirror Magazine voted him the top UK male singer of 1972, and he’s received 3 Ivor Novello Awards, including "Songwriter of the Year" in 1973. His 2 most recent albums, entitled “Gilbert O’Sullivan” and “Driven”, have been highly acclaimed by music critics, and they hit the top 20 and the top 30 in the UK charts. Those 2 albums, along with his 3-CD compilation released last year, entitled, “Gilbert O’Sullivan: The Best Of” have ignited a global renaissance in his career, and a whole new generation of fans around the world are falling in love with his music.
He’s just completed a sold out tour in Japan, AND NOW, he’s returning to the United States over the Thanksgiving weekend for an exclusive 3-city concert tour.
Our guest will be at The Canyon House in Mesa, Arizona on November 22nd. On November 24, he’ll be performing at the Swedish American Hall in San Francisco. And on November 25, he’ll be headlining at the legendary Troubadour in West Hollywood, California.
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[@randyknisely8979]

Great to run across this interview, I was the trombone player on the 1974 USA Tour, Maurice McGovern was on that tour (There Has to be a morning after) we had a pretty wild time, can't hardly believe it was that long ago , for those of us who are still here I wish you all the best and Hi... I still have my black turtle neck sweater with a great big letter "G" on it but I dought if I can still fit into it😂 nice to hear Gilbert that you are still playing piano and writing songs, Best Wishes....

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[@slc2466]

Great interview! "Alone Again" has been a favorite tune, from childhood until now- Gilbert's lyrics beautifully illustrate how everyone can feel lost and alone, which makes actually dealing with loneliness easier. Always have loved Gilbert's vocals, and it's great to see him still so active and positive. Thanks for all the great work and memories, Gilbert!

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[@patriciawhite6820]

Such a wonderful conversation!!! Gilbert O'Sullivan is so genuine and truly loves what he does.He enjoys sharing his music, but celebrity is not his goal. I have his album.

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You are so right

[@jeffthompson4911]

Thank you Mr. Brownstone for your channel....... I saw Gilbert O'Sullivan two times in Chicago in the recent past....... Great interview, Mr. O'Sullivan is one of the best songwriter/ singer this world has. Love his work. Listened to him driving around with my eight-track player in my car. I am so glad for my memories. Thank You again Mr. Brownstone............Jeff Thompson Rockford Illinois

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Thank you Jeff for watching this very special episode of our show, and for taking the time to post your very kind comments. 🙏❤️

[@joannpergakis4183]

I watched it again Such a very down to earth guy Yes , he is emotional stable And his time , it is beautiful I admire him

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[@annagil4213]

Beautiful Man beautiful Music

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Yes so true

[@user-fs8wi7gk8l]

GILBERT O'SULLIVAN, IS AN AMAZING GUY ,AN amazing song writer and an awesome story teller .❤

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[@user-fs8wi7gk8l]

@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 very much Thank-you

[@libertyann439]

I'm so glad he's still around and still looks so handsome! I wish he would come to Washington DC!

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Yes! And such energy and enthusiasm for his craft!!

[@gwynevans941]

My musical icon met Gilbert few times got all his music my collection is massive got loads signed by him it's my pride and joy my collection such a down to earth guy just brilliant love his music

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I’m so glad you found this interview. Thank you so much for watching.

[@amphotos]

This is a MOST ENJOYABLE show, Harvey! We all love Gilbert O'Sullivan and I didn't know a thing about him, so I learned a lot!! Your show just keeps getting better and better!!

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[@pasqualeperillo]

Hi harvey good Interview

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Thank you so much!

[@charlesvachon5838]

What a talent ...thanks Harvey ...fabulous!

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My pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@joannpergakis4183]

Another great interview After this i played all his songs He has such a beautiful voice Love to see him Thank you for this

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I am such a fan of Gilbert’s. And he’s a lovely guy

[@martindennis1704]

Thank you for this. The albums Gilbert recorded during his 1970s heyday are still unbeatable.

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I agree and I also love his more current stuff.

[@pauljohnson6233]

Great, very sympathetic, interviewer.

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I certainly try to be. Thank you so much

[@grishmann1man441]

Very informative interview and focused..and a few surprises didn't know about rick working with Gilbert...and its nice to see Someone who really values his family..a true gentleman. Thanks harvey!!

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My pleasure! Thanks for watching!!

[@Leftofway]

“Alone again” is my favorite song. It’s touched me on so many levels of my life.

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What did you think of the interview?

[@Leftofway]

Hi Harvey, I loved the interview; Gilbert O’Sullivan is one of my all time favorite singers. “Alone Again Naturally” is the song of my life.

[@thomasalbert6687]

When I first found your interviews, I thought I would slip a list of suggestions---people like Gary Frank & Meredith Baxter ("Family") or say, Ellen Greene ("Little Shop of Horrors"). I started a little list. Then as I grew familiar with your achieved roster, I saw you had already interviewed half my list. And those people you keep coming up with week after week are delightful surprises I probably would never have thought of, or those associated with top stars and come as wonderful sources or truly imaginative success stories...like Gilbert O'Sullivan. Do I sound like a fan?

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[@mercedesisabelaguilar4466]

¡Grandiosa entrevista era muy niña la oía constantemente con los jóvenes de los 70 así qué es parte de un gran recuerdo de mi vida y a hoy la comparto a mi familia ,se siente su música asta lo más profundo de nuestro corazón!!! Gilbert O’Sullivan muchas gracias por su gran música 🎵🎵🎵✨✨✨🎹🎼🎹🎼es usted grandioso e inolvidable ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤un fuerte abrazo desde la Ciudad de México 🇲🇽 🇲🇽🇲🇽👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻✨🫶

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Gracias mi amor!

[@goplad1]

I had the pleasure of seeing Gilbert perform live a couple of years back. It was at a small venue in Los Angeles, very intimate. He was amazing. I never thought I'd have a chance to see him perform. He did a meet and greet before the show. He signed some items for me and chatted with me. One of his daughters was with him and she was sweet and accommodating to the fans. As an added bonus Engelbert Humperdinck was in the audience. He took a photo with me. Thanks Harvey for bringing us this wonderful interview. As always you hit it out of the park!

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Thank you so much for sharing that wonderful experience with all of us! I’m thrilled that you enjoyed this very special exclusive interview! Thank you so much for your support of our show 🙏❤️

[@kevinkingston6488]

Great interview , Gilberts great too, Thanks Gilbert for the hits .....

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[@Curly34584]

Love the song. Get Down!

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Me too!

[@jeffreyerickson6766]

Alone again naturally. Story of my life Harvey. Jeffrey

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I totally get it. Believe me.

[@thomasmarthinussen8978]

Gilbert OSullivans 1970-1980 song catalogue is equal with The Beatles and Elton John, in my opinion. His 1980-2023 catalogue is pretty good too! Great interview, Harvey.

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Thank you so much

[@robvandervaart6489]

Very interesting interview indeed! Great to hear Gilbert is working on a Songbook Album, containing live performances of his Just Gilbert shows with Bill Shanley. And, who knows, perhaps, maybe an Album full with Duets. Thank you, Harvey!! 🎶🖊💖

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Thank you so much for watching

[@pauljohnson6233]

I am very interested to know to what extent the producer affects the end result.

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The producer oversees our editing and production values. His contribution is massive. Without him, I would be a bumbling idiot.

[@matthewclark9652]

Gilbert was on "The Midnight Special" (taped from London, England from November 23, 1973) & performs "Ooh Baby", "Get Down" & "Who Knows, Perhaps Maybe" (with host Peter Noone). kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJyvhWaNrZKmeNE

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Yes I remember that episode of The Midnight Special. I loved that show.

[@MsBackstager]

Next for moi.

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I hope you enjoy

[@MsBackstager]

@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Very much. He is so grounded and mellow. His name always reminded me of Gilbert and Sullivan! now I'm intrigued and must find and view your Peggy Lee interview. PS - turkey day is THIS turkey's birthday so IF I lived out west, I would treat myself into seeing GOS' concert.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

I really enjoyed my time with Gilbert. And please don’t miss my interview with Peggy Lee’s granddaughter. It’s really very moving.