Harvey Brownstone Interviews Bill Medley, Legendary Music Superstar, Member, The Righteous Brothers

Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth Interview with Bill Medley, Legendary Music Superstar, Member, The Righteous Brothers
About Harvey's guest:
Today’s guest, Bill Medley, is a legendary music superstar whose deep, soulful baritone voice, as one of the Righteous Brothers, changed the face and sound of American music, and ushered in the era of what became known as “blue-eyed soul”.
The Righteous Brothers brought us dozens of hit songs including “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’”, “Unchained Melody”, “You’re My Soul and Inspiration”, “Ebb Tide”, “Rock and Roll Heaven”, “Just Once in My Life” and many more. And as a solo artist, our guest had numerous hit singles including “I Can’t Make it Alone”, “Brown Eyed Woman”, “Don’t Know Much”, “I Still Do”, and of course, his mega-hit, Grammy Award-winning duet with Jennifer Warnes, “I’ve Had the Time of My Life”, from the “Dirty Dancing” soundtrack.
Our guest holds the distinction of having had hit records in FOUR different decades. And get this: his song, “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’” is the MOST PLAYED SONG in the HISTORY of American radio. Over the years, his songs have been featured many movies including “Major League”, “The Last Boy Scout”, “Top Gun”, “Ghost” and “Dirty Dancing”, as well as dozens of TV shows.
And our guest has received many prestigious accolades and awards. As a member of the Righteous Brothers, he received TWO Grammy Award nominations, and he’s been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Vocal Group Hall of Fame and the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame. And as a solo artist, he received another Grammy nomination in 1972 for his recording of "Freedom and Fear", and in 1988, he and Jennifer Warnes WON the Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group for their magnificent duet, "I've Had The Time of My Life".
In 2014 our guest released a highly compelling, insightful and very poignant autobiography entitled, “The Time of My Life: A Righteous Brother’s Memoir”. And for the last few months he’s been on a highly successful farewell tour
For more information on Bill Me4dley and The Righteous Brothers, go to:
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[@johnsampson1096]

Knock out interview Harvey with one of the most non conceited singers in show business. I had shivers the first time I heard Loving Feeling back in late 1964. Barry and Cynthia penned the classic etched in time forever, the music of our lifetime................

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

I’m so happy you enjoyed this interview!! Thanks for watching

[@kevinbarry3548]

Wow Harvey, what a great interview with Bill. Seeing his face darken while talking about Elvis and the loss of Bobby was painful to see. And when he teared up over the connection with Vietnam vets was incredibly moving. Love your channel and that you spotlight these beloved artists who we still care about and always will. I am a TV producer and have conducted thousands of interviews for broadcast (unfortunately, Bill wasn't one of them but I've interviewed many artists he shared the stage and busses with). Your passion as a fan always shines through and I could tell the connection with Bill was in a word, special. He was genuinely moved talking to you about his life. Well done!

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Kevin I’m immensely grateful that you are a loyal and supportive viewer of our show. Thank you so much for watching and for your wonderful and very kind comments!!❤️

[@melissaphillips3088]

What a great interview! Harvey always has the best guest. Bill you are so loved and appreciated as well as Bobby may he RIP. ❤❤What beautiful voices ❤❤

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thanks so much for watching and for taking the time to post your very kind comment!

[@kensigman7079]

What a humble kind gentleman Mr. Medley is...Thank You Harvey for another teriffic interview. You do this so very well. You can always see the mutual admiration and respect between yourself and them. A job well done! I look forward to more....

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thank you so much!! You make me so happy and proud!!!

[@fob1xxl]

When I was 19, I was an opening act for the RIGHTEOUS BROTHERS along with DICK AND DEE DEE, THE HONEYS, and THE LARKS on the "Shindig "65" tour in San Carlos, CA. at the "Circle Star Theater" and the "MELODYLAND THEATER" in Anaheim, CA. Once during a rehearsal, he actually came up to me and told me what a teriffic singer I was and how much he liked my singing. I was blown away. He had no idea how important that was to me coming from him and what an impression he had made on me.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

That’s such a lovely story. Thanks for sharing

[@debrawucik826]

Loved hearing Bill Medley remember his career.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

I’m so glad you enjoyed this very special episode of our show

[@TangoEliott]

Well, this is simply fabulous. It was one of my top 10 interviews of all time. This interview should be used in classrooms. Bravo, sir.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

WOW that has made me ecstatic!!! I work very hard preparing these interviews and appreciate your feedback much more than you can ever imagine

[@amphotos]

Thank you for featuring these great artists like Bill Medley! YOU are the perfect person to interview these legends. They seem to all feel safe talking with you and we all get the benefit of learning so much about the artist we love!!

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

That’s a beautiful thing to say. Thank you so much!!

[@ONSTAGEMUSICPODCAST]

❤GREAT INTERVIEW, Harvey! you are such a class act 😅AWESOME interviewer

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That’s extremely kind of you. Thank you

[@jameswalberg3265]

Harvey makes his guest comfortable from the very beginning of his interviews. Harvey also does his homework so the interviews are deep dives.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thank you my friend for really getting what I do. Greatly appreciated

[@carolglover3582]

Yes he does..,so kind and professional.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

@carolglover3582 thank you so very much!

[@famasmaster2000]

This was pure gold Harvey, what an honor it must have been to interview such a legendary singer. Yet again, knocked it out of the park sunshine !!! One he** of a guest and interview. You Harvey are legendary as well. Just beautiful work with such attention to detail. You are really impressing all of your guests. WELL DONE HARVEY 🌞

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

You have given me goosebumps and reduced me to tears. THANK YOU SO MUCH ❤️

[@cmorales932]

Harvey, thank you for another great interview! Bill Medley is such an underrated singer and as your research revealed part of a historic legacy.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

That’s so kind of you. Thank you so much!

[@goplad1]

I had a friend who was Phil Spector's right hand man. His name was Danny Davis. He told me when the Righteous Brothers left for MGM/Verve Records Phil was so distraught he wanted to commit suicide! He was beside himself and became very resentful toward the Righteous Brothers. Danny had some great stories about his days with Phil Spector. Sadly Danny passed away before he could finish his memoirs. Once again Harvey you hit it out of the park. Wonderful interview.

[@cmorales932]

@@goplad1 I have certainly read Danny Davis’s name many times in conjunction with that golden era of music. What a shame that he didn’t get to tell his story

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

I would love to have had Danny on our show

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thank you so much for watching, and for telling us about Danny’s comments about Phil’s reaction to The Righteous Brothers leaving him.

[@DCL26]

This has been a great interview with Mr Bill Medley. Thank you very much, Harvey. I thoroughly enjoyed hearing the life and career of The Righteous Brothers. Mr Medley is a grateful, genuine, humble and gracious person who has given us the gift of his extraordinary talent with his music and presence. Thank you. ❤❤❤

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thank you so much for watching and for taking the time to let me know you enjoyed our show.

[@deborahsobel3314]

Harvey, I had to go back and listen to Bill's version of Hey Jude, so powerful. Unchained Melody a "B" side? How about that? I love you had the 45 in your personal collection. As always with your interviews it's about the details. Well done...again!

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Yup, that’s me. A stickler for details! Thanks for really “getting” what I do!

[@kevinkingston6488]

Love Bill Medley , love Unchained Melody which is so powerful , his music will be loved for generations even to come .You bring the best out of these stars in your interviews which your are clearly so well prepared for Harvey to deliver these great interviews ...Thanks a ton .....❤

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

It warms my heart to know that you appreciate my hard work. Thank you so much

[@ALBundy62.]

Great interview as always. The last of the guys that could really sing without Auto-Tune etc. 😮

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Yes Bill is so terrific

[@LaurelT1948]

This was wonderful, an exemplary interview. It shows what a good person Bill is. There’s so much more to talk to him about! How about a Part 2? I have preordered his new album, can’t wait!

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Oh I would LOVE to do a Part 2 with Bill. I hope he will say yes!!!

[@thewanted43000]

What a great interview! I have put Damn Near Righteous in my playlist and will be in music heaven all day. Thank you Harvey! (Again!)

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching

[@debstanton4308]

Home run again, Harvey and team!!

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

I love those home runs. Hoping to get more! Thanks for your support.

[@markbrobeck6479]

Great Interview to hear Bill talk about the circles he ran in the 1960's! Opening for beatles and stones, working with Phil Spector...signing a 1 M contract with MGM.....great stuff as usual Harvey!

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thank you so much!

[@earlsauls2126]

Bill and Bobby, the best duo of all time,!

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Yes!!! What did you think of the interview?

[@thomastimlin1724]

Harvey is one of the finest interviewers, he never interrupts, or tries to characterize his guests before they even speak, he lets them talk until they are done, unlike so many other idiots do, famous or not. Total respect for his guests as human beings. I never see he guests looking at their watch during the interviews like "When the hell do I get out of here, and where's the fire door?"

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thank you so much for really “getting” what I do. Your support and positive feedback mean the world to me 🙏❤️

[@reneevoicebrand]

💖💖💖💖💖 Bill Medley 💙💙💙💙💙💙....He's the 'gentile' Robbie Benson😍 He exudes humility, honesty, candidness, integrity, and yes....righteousness! 'Brothers' denote strong connections to family, community, and humankind. The black artists knew who they were before they knew. People in the music business came to him because they saw and heard his artistry. They saw and heard REAL talent. He's remained successful and relevant BECAUSE he's grounded. He views the famous as PEOPLE first and their fame second. He's the 'standard' for every young musician who yearns for notoriety and fortune. He's the definition of a CLASSIC ⏺🥰

[@kevinbarry3548]

Well said in every way.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Yes absolutely

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

So beautifully said. And every word is true. Thank you so much

[@scarmody100]

Fantastic interview Harvey!!

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thank you so very much

[@kd6836]

Great interview with one of the remaining greats. If you haven’t heard Bill do “Unchained Melody” it’s a good song to listen to.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Is there anyone on the planet who hasn’t heard that classic song??

[@kd6836]

@ Sadly, yes

[@TheAmericanGirl1967]

Wow! Wow! Wow! Fantastic interview! 🎉

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thanks so much!!

[@MsBackstager]

Bill is STILL a righteous looking and acting guy.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Yes very much so

[@Ron-p6g]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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❤️❤️❤️

[@DreamCather147]

Listen to Bill sing Swing Low on Smothers Brothers.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

He’s fabulous

[@lynnlobliner3933]

For Bill Medley - I pulled something right up and watched it. You were live and it was 1970 and at the end you were joined by (looks like Nancy Wilson). It did NOT say Grammies but I think it was. Just type your name and Hey Jude.

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thanks so much for letting us know.

[@LaurelT1948]

It was Barbara McNair, from her television show. I found that and posted it on thr internet. It was only a year after his performance at the Grammys, the closest we’ll get to seeing that performance without a Time Machine, I fear!

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

Thanks for sharing

[@a.e.7988]

Harvey, I sat next to him at a show in Vegas!😂

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

That’s so cool! Did you have a chat with him?

[@a.e.7988]

​@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980very briefly, he was so nice!❤

[@LaurelT1948]

Here is a video of Bill singing Hey Jude in 1970, on the Barbara McNair show. It’s not THE performance, alas, but a good one nevertheless ! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5_OpJdtd9KChtE

[@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980]

WOW thank you so much!!!