Henry Chua: The Quests | WHEN WE WERE YOUNG Ep 10

[@BorneoClassical]

thanks for cheering up my life with your song..

[@2011littlejohn1]

I have very fond memories of this band and Singapore because I learned to play guitar there. I had a few lessons from a wonderful player Called Vivien Nones. If anyone remembers him - he could play like god - Chet Atkins. The Quests once played with Keith Locke whom I also used talk to. They had a hit song with him Don't Play That Song For Me. - the other side was C'mon and Be My Girl . Sometimes they would play in Toby's Paradise bar. I was intrigued that despite the advent of new bands like the Beatles and the Rolling Stones they were still influenced by The Shadows even composing original material in the Shadow style. Although British I now live in Prague but still play in bands here. It was great to see this guy interviewed though he won't remember me. Although today's stuff is still relevant to rock and roll I agree with him about its digitilization especially what they do to the voices.

[@trishhawken7469]

The Quests and their memorable hit, Shanty, no fan of the Quests will ever forget this song of theirs. Their story is truly amazing of how they started off as young teens casually playing music to a very successful music career! I also remember another favourite of the Quests wth Keith Locke, "Dont play that song.." we wld all sing along to this lyrics..." you lied, you lied, you lied, lied lied, lied lied". Brings back fond memories n makes us feel nostalgic. The Quests were superb and so successful!

[@SingaporeOne]

Glad you enjoyed the episode👍🏻!

[@albertjacobs2567]

During the 60s the Quest was one of the top band in Asia or maybe even in the world. My inspiration to learn the guitar comes from the icons like the Shadows, Quest and many such bands. Even now the Quest sound is evergreen.

[@PolyphonicRiffer]

Great to see Henry, the gifted brother still going strong in the Lord's work and blessing many through music. We enjoyed the jam sessions with James and Henry.

[@peteraustin370]

Used to live in Singapore at this time....The Quests were very popular and great sounding..!!....Where can I get a copy of that book .."Call it Shanty ""...?????..Best wishes from Plymouth UK..!!

[@ismailwan8413]

1965 The Quest performed at Diamond Jubilee JB. First heard the tune "Tea break". Enjoyed the overall show then.

[@cutecuteoldold]

We re still proud of the quests! TQ Henry Chua !God bless !

[@cheetikyii8596]

That was the time when we could only listen to their songs through radio and records and never know how they looked like. I like listening to their backing music of Rita Chao and Sakura.

[@mrblurblur2003]

Omigosh this reminds me of my childhood when my family members would play the 45 rpm record of the Quest, brings me back memories my tears would fall. 😢

[@richardpaulmichaelrpm1942]

Thank you for having Henry Chua on WWWY. I am writing to share with you that in November 2020, a UK record company, Bim Bam Records, has released a CD of instrumental selections from The Quests on their Stylus Music label. Unfortunately, the cover misinformed The Quests were from Indonesia, although they got it correct on the disc label as "Fender Stratocaster Singapore Style". Track 2, 3 & 4 were not the 1964 & 65 versions, but the 1968 re-recorded versions for Hong Kong market when they were contracted to perform at the colony's Mocambo Night Club. Notwithstanding the errors, it is still worth having the CD as in time to come it would be a rarity and sought-after item. Roxy Records & Trading at Excelsior Shopping Centre - Coleman Street has brought in copies for sales. The Quests have recorded 3 Henry Chua's compositions of which we are familiar with "Shanty" and "Tea Break". However, we seldom hear "Memories". It is a slow instrument with strings accompaniment, arranged by Rufino Soliano, and played by violinist Julai Tan and the strings section from Radio Television Orchestra. (Source - Henry Chua's book "Call It Shanty - The Story Of The Quests".)

[@SingaporeOne]

Wow! That is great information! Thank you! Fans of WWWY and the Quests, do look out for the CDs at Roxy Records and Excelsior Shopping Centre!

[@richardpaulmichaelrpm1942]

I am unable to attach the cover of the CD on this platform for your info. Is there a way I can do it?

[@SingaporeOne]

@@richardpaulmichaelrpm1942 The best way would be to upload the image somewhere and link it here.

[@liza8423]

Memories 💖

[@yamaoctave3928]

I was born in 1964 in Malaysia here but didn't get to know The Quest, seems like it is The Shadows of Singapore to me.

[@danho1904]

Yes, I remember The QUEST in tge early 60s. Has anyone heard of Jimmy Chan & Larry Lai

[@landebadalge2641]

I have a question for Henry Chua or if Belinda can get it answered. What happened to that original guitar that he recorded Shanty with.? And any info about that fiesta red guitar he's holding now in this video. Thanks alot.

[@yaulapkee6629]

My era kind of Music😅

[@georgelancelot7657]

i used to play with the zodiacs and we use to go to katong shopping centre tea time and listen to them