John Farnham - When the War is Over (Simply Amazing) Live | Reaction

[@barnowl5774]

It will keep getting better, we Aussies can assure you of that! He is brilliant in the true meaning of the word. His Soul shines. Now you are probably understanding more our 'cult' following of this beautiful man.

[@BladeRunnermedia]

Yes

[@rickandersen2284]

Born to sing

[@BladeRunnermedia]

Sure was

[@rodneycampbell2964]

Picking a best performance is impossible, just when you say that’s the one, he’ll come along and blow you away with the next one. What you see is what you get 💯 percent every time, when John is interviewed he always says I love my job and it shows. His love and loyalty to his fans is unbelievable and to this country as well. John leaves everyone with that feeling and it starts from the first lyric. I think today reality has set in to why we feel the way we do to this legend

[@adwood201]

True, picking a best one is definitely veeery tricky. I could pick one and me mate will snot me down for it coz it isn't the same one he thinks it should be.

[@carolynh8866]

I get caught all the ti.e picking my favourite performance by John. Only to find 5 minutes later I've changed my mind. I have a least 100 favourites and I just can put them in order.

[@orettawinton5999]

…and you need to see his performance of When the War is Over from The Main Event in 2003… that will blowwww you away again😃💖

[@orettawinton5999]

There’s only one John Farnham 💖. You need to listen to “Amazing Grace “ which followed this song…amazing 💖

[@brandonbeard077]

Ahh the good old Vannetta Fields days. John Farnham is the greatest voice on the planet. Whispering Jack Live I've seen this thousands of times ❤❤❤

[@present-day1925]

The original version was from col chisel, written by the drummer Steve Preseitch. This song is about childhood abuse, seperating from it, growing up and trying to escape it. Then when the memories hit, they hit hard. Steve ended his life, so shout out to all the survivors of childhood emotional/physical/sexual abuse - not all of us make it through

[@HeatherStein-qi2gn]

Steve didn't end his life. He died after surgery for a brain tumour

[@robertcockerell3640]

I have never seen anyone with a John Farnham shirt. You might be the start of “Farnsy merchandising”. John has a much better version of this from his “Last Time” concert. None of his fans will be upset if you play that version, as I am sure we would like to see your reaction to that one.

[@Dr_KAP]

Yes I absolutely love both versions and I think they’re significantly different that you should definitely do the other one too as when he gets to the third verse you’ll need to tie yourself down to the chair

[@BladeRunnermedia]

@@Dr_KAP lol. Now you have me curious 👀

[@robertcockerell3640]

@@Dr_KAP - Yes - "significantly different" is a better way of putting it, as I do enjoy the version that Blade Runner played.

[@ChrisFirth-do2sm]

There is also one with Jimmy Barnes ​@@BladeRunnermedia

[@CathVANDERHAM]

I have several John Farnham T shirts. You may possibly still get some from Wheatley Enterprise, (I think that is the correct name of the company. ) If not just google it.

[@royperkins9176]

So far, only heard a few song, this is my favorite. Certainly believe that will change over and over the more I watch. Thanks for you and your subscribers introducing me to this phenomenal Artist. Great

[@CathVANDERHAM]

It certainly will, just about every song you hear will be the best until you hear another. ❤😉

[@PaulA-bv1rt]

Amazing Grace with Miss Vanetta Fields and Lindsay Field is the ultimate version ever done. Playing to Win , Please Don't Ask Me with Olivia , are two more classics. Miss Fields.....member of The Ikettes( Tina and Ike Turner) , backing singer for The Rolling Stones and Pink Floyd. Plus more.

[@BladeRunnermedia]

I’ll check them all out 😀

[@brandonbeard077]

Check out Daryl Braithwaite Horses man. A massive Australian hit. Watch the official Music Video 👍👍

[@aussiekat6379]

Yes this is the one that I think is the best version of this song.. I think his voice here is phenomenal.. 😊👍🇦🇺

[@CaptainsChannel58]

yep this kicks ass over the 2003 version.

[@georgeibrahim7945]

I agree everyone else reckons Melbourne 2003 but this to me here is the ultimate

[@sandygreen7019]

Please watch “Granada” with my other favourite Aussie singer … very amusing but a must watch !!! Love your reactions … I am 80 years young and had the joy of attending seven concerts of this superb artist !

[@narellesmith7932]

John is a wonderful supporter of local and overseas needs, often performing fundraising concerts.

[@golum22222]

Watch his version of Bridge Over Troubled Waters from the Steve Visard show in 1979, John was absolutely broke at this stage in his life to the point he'd lost the house and cars, couldn't even afford to take the kids to MacDonald's, he was absolute poison to radio stations due to crap management ( he'd basically become a cabaret singer who couldn't fill a pub) but people knew how good he was and he got fantastic management and joined LRB in the early 80's leading to him growing up and doing Whispering Jack in 86, the rest is history.

[@denisedidio-beska]

Love the shirt! I have a couple of favorite Kiss tees.

[@BladeRunnermedia]

Lol. Thanks. ❤

[@Fish29077]

Mate, this song means a lot to Australians. We love it and John’s version gets you right in those feels. Absolute legend!

[@georgeibrahim7945]

The most consistent performer ever. Never had a bad day his vocals are always on point. Check out “amazing grace” from this same concert

[@dolfyn73]

I just discovered your reactions today to our Farnsey, & I have to say that your growing man-crush is very endearing but also not at all surprising. John's amazing talent & charisma has won over many YT reactors now, so welcome to the party! I also enjoy listening to your genuine New York accent. I have subscribed & look forward to more of your reactions to Australia's best kept musical secret - The Voice. ☺

[@gailm254]

I may have missed it but l don't think you have reactioned to YOUR THE VOICE live with the Melbourne Symthony Orchestra. This have become an unofficial Australian Anthem for decades. Plus was extremely popular in Europe. It has a powerful message that is still very relevant today. Love your work 😊

[@ingridbaasbecking2999]

This one is a beauty!

[@moniquewood9638]

He's a legend who can sing anything. He's a vocal beast

[@winsomeblandford1076]

Lot of feeling in this song. Love it. ❤

[@Rassskle]

I read that someone has already mentioned Vanetta Fields and Lindsay Field ( no relation and different spelling) the 2 back up singers here. Seems all of Johns back up singers and musicians stayed loyal to him for many many years. Vanetta had her own career in the USA as well as demand in England and Europe , but always made herself available whenever John was touring in Australia.

[@Universallyaware3465]

Amazing voice 🔥🔥🔥

[@barbararooth5216]

This one has always brought tears to my eyes... and again, it did just now. You are an honorary Aussie now... gday mate... you are feeling what we feel... aussies have a special spot in their hearts for John Farnham and won't ever fade... he is our superstar. Thanks so much Anthony for what you are providing us... you are also now one of my fans... keep it up and keep being you... I hope John gets to see your reaction and I can picture that beautiful sincere smile he has... you will be in his heart too as john has a true sincerity for all his fans... cheers, barb

[@BladeRunnermedia]

Much love to you Barbara ❤️😘

[@carbine5378]

Always listen to John live.

[@amandameale6000]

So happy that you are appreciating John Farnham. ❤ There is so much more he can do with his voice. And as you get to know his personality you will understand the other reason he is so loved.❤

[@michaellincoln3739]

Not sure whether you have seen John performing "Help" with the Melbourne Orchestra ? also "You're The Voice" !

[@BladeRunnermedia]

Yes I reacted to both 😉

[@alimac1469]

If you would like a good overview of his journey, Adam Stolfo has an excellent compilation on his channel. Enjoying your reactions!

[@robertcockerell3640]

It is a pretty good précis if John’s genres and I love him doing “Old McDonald”.

[@devi_-]

I'm very late to this video but I just have to say I personally think the jesus comparison is on point. John is actually a really important cultural figure for Australia and he kinda did die professionally and then came back as this kind of divine persona in the mid 80s that somehow embodied how Australia wanted to see itself. He means a lot to a lot of people.

[@barbararooth5216]

I would love to show some appreciation for your great work... how can I donate to assist in you keeping up that great work? Do you have paypal or what option is there?

[@judileeming1589]

Best performance … every performance. My go to re-listen is is version of the Beatles song HELP LIVE with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, but I love everything he has done. I can remember Sammy Davis Jnr urging him to go to the States and the admiration of many World superstar performers who have collaborated with him. Others may have also mentioned that he was approached by Queen to front them after Freddie passed away, but if not, he was their first choice but preferred to go solo after his stint with Little River Band.

[@caroleriley2380]

Brilliant! live version of when the war is over but also watch and react to John singing this same song (live) at the last time tour Melbourne 2003 when he was at least 15 years older than he was in this live version. It shows his incredible powerful voice hasn’t waned over time it’s still mind blowingly 🤯Amazing!! to hear.. Love your reactions happy to have you as an honorary Australian 🇦🇺😜👍

[@magpiegirl3783]

You are right about John’s talent - consistently first class performances live - for decades! Not a concert here and there but concert after concert across certainly the 80s, 90s and into the 2000s. You are clearly a fan, so now you’ve seen this version, try watching John’s performance of this song in the 2003 The Last Time concert when John was 54 years old. The guitar solo in that version by Brett Garsed is superior also, I think. Some of the videos you watch of John are actually encores following 2 hour performances. He loves it and we love what he does and who he is. Anything from the Main Event concerts with Olivia Newton-John and Andrew Warlow is brilliant. Nothing John does isn’t brilliant. You’ll also start to notice John’s use of the microphone for both the singing and the acrobatics he incorporates (throwing it around the stage). Plenty still to see and hear.

[@georgeibrahim7945]

Should also check out Cold Chisel “when the war is over” live in 2003 ringside.

[@BladeRunnermedia]

I will check it out George. Thanks for your support 😉

[@georgeibrahim7945]

@@BladeRunnermedia awesome much appreciated

[@devilsadvocate2548]

There is a better version of this song IMHO. The '2003 The Last Time' concert version gives a great demonstration that even in his 50s (at the time), he still had 'that voice' and could still belt it out like the best of them. I'm sure you'll definitely get to the songs he did when he got older to confirm his 'other worldly' he really is.

[@Bellas1717]

Thanks again, really enjoy your perspectives, giving different ways of thinking about things - I'd never stopped to think of my favourite Farnsey song. Haha laughing when you say like having Jesus on stage and thinking of John as Jesus in JC Superstar.

[@lolly_6184]

If you want a better performance of this song and in my opinion his best.... Have a look at the 2003 version when he is older. It brings tears to my eyes every time.

[@alicedelphine2352]

I agree. If you think he hits some high notes in this live performance, you at seen nothing' yet. I am always amazed at the emotion he puts into the 2003 performance. Brings tears to my eyes every time.

[@CaptainsChannel58]

I'll never understand why people prefer the 2003 version. He hits higher notes in this version. and his voice was stronger here also. No idea why the 2003 is revered so much

[@CaptainsChannel58]

@@alicedelphine2352 LOL no. this version has the higher note. at 4.47. He doesn't get it in 2003. Close but no cigar.

[@brettst01]

Thanks again for your awesome method of reviewing, it is so refreshing someone hearing the entire song prior to reviewing. I like that you provide no BS. This is such a great song. There are so many good ones. If you want to stay on the ballads, “When something is wrong with my baby” with Jimmy Barns is awesome. I like the studio version best due to the video (Only time I will ever say that for John). For a more upbeat one. “Playing to win” live is great. Really, just anything, but figured I would provide a couple of suggestions.

[@BladeRunnermedia]

Hey Brett thanks for your kind words and thank you for your support 😉😀👍🏻

[@Ozzcaddy]

Before the Aussie invasion in subscribing your Channel, have there been comments from your original subscribers about John Farnham, just interested. Totally enjoyed both videos today. Having seen the original Jesus Christ Superstar (twice), I prefer the music in the original to second version of Jesus Christ Superstar. You have now seen John in concert, in a stage show, do a duet with Jimmy Barnes, one common thing he has when he performs with others is the chemistry that is created as seen with Jimmy Barnes. He performed in concert with the late Olivia Newton-John and Aussie opera and stage performer Anthony Warlow who played Phantom in the Aust. version of Phantom of the Opera. The concert was called Main Event in 1996. John performs with Anthony singing 'Granada' but with some comedy and humour thrown in. He performs with Olivia singing 'Please Don't Ask me', and that is when the chemistry shines as they have the love and respect of each other.

[@BladeRunnermedia]

Yes actually one of my Bee Gees subscribers mentioned John when I first started my KZbin channel. Her name is Laurel Carter 😉

[@brandonbeard077]

Great review man. 👍👍

[@BladeRunnermedia]

Thanks 😀

[@digimont]

...and in 6 months, you will still be gushing. "Angels" is required viewing for his goofy/comedic side, "Grenada" with Anthony Warlow similarly, and ANY interview will show you exactly the kind of normal, unaffected, average guy he is. Then, you'll no doubt catch an episode of Bobby Dazzler, a sitcom he starred in. Duets with Celine Dion, Tom Jones (entire concerts with him), Olivia, Human Nature, the '67 black and white version of Sadie, We will rock you with Queen (post Freddie), You're the Voice with Coldplay, it just keeps going... Then there's the seemingly bottomless barrel of other Australian acts that will be recommended to you, both current and former. We get the best of the American music industry (and a LOT of its worst too), but you don't get more than 10% of our best. so much for you to discover.

[@davidcruse6589]

He plays Jesus Gethsemane it mot normally something I'd listen to but amazing by him John and Oliver please don't ask me 1998 the chemistry between them in this theatre song

[@kennykarlsson6691]

Please react to him singing the same song from a show called the last time its from 2003 he was 53yo at the time. I think that performence is better. It really shows his vocal range to the limit. I think that it was the last time he sang this song live. Check it out.

[@CaptainsChannel58]

this version shows his voice better. He hits the higher note here, not in 2003. Facts.

[@doc6186]

OK, so now I have a marker - the first time you say you are finished I now know is the halfway point 🤣. The next song in this concert (where is invites Venetta Fields and Lindsay Field to the stage) is Amazing Grace. First verse Venetta solo (very slow), 2nd verse John solo, both a cappella, then together with Lindsay and piano accompaniment. Builds the whole way through. Magical. (kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJXEn3-heK-ifKs).

[@CaptainsChannel58]

Finally! Someone reacting to the best version of this song! and not the inferior 2003 version.. Three reasons why this is better than the 2003 version. 1) I really dislike his slow phrasing in 2003 which he did more and more as he got older. This version is much more 'on time'. 2) Garsed nails the guitar harmonic here perfectly at 4.05, in 2003 he does something different and its nowhere near as good as this. 3) Farnham nails the slide around that high note at 4.47 which he does not do in 2003. THIS is the superior version.

[@magpiegirl3783]

No need to labour the point - everything John sings is fantastic and of course they are all a bit different because they are live. The 2003 version for me is better but it doesn’t matter because everything he does is gold.

[@firdaus.ozgirla8498]

Totally agree. Well said. 👍🏼

[@adammuir]

this one is OK, but its well before they fine tuned the arrangement over the years. there is a better performance here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJbOk6migd-AjcU

[@shirleynicolson3093]

I think anything live always sounds better than the studio album but i like the live version of this with Jimmy Barnes a d John Farnham it was Johns concert and Jimmy dropped by they say this i think cos it was a Cold Chisel song and Jimmy was the lead singer for them its totally u rehersed

[@kennethdodemaide8678]

John sounds better live. Always do his live performances and you won't go wrong.

[@BladeRunnermedia]

Yes sir. Will do 👍🏻

[@kennethdodemaide8678]

@@BladeRunnermedia Thanks mate. Looking forward to more Farnsey. Love your work.

[@BladeRunnermedia]

@@kennethdodemaide8678 Thank you.. One thing I dont do is bullshit anyone... If I dont like what im reacting to you will know it, I wont lie 😀

[@jemxs]

Haha you've been bitten by the Farnsey bug! Sorry there is no antidote! Jesus on stage? LoL you know he played Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar!!

[@BladeRunnermedia]

i do now lol

[@paul-Ess]

Get your wife involved with the reactions.Better viewing when couples react together.

[@BladeRunnermedia]

Im retired, my wife is still working

[@brandonbeard077]

Its originally a Cold Chisel song but Johns version is better.

[@kimr3729]

Great reaction to this most amazing Aussie - as others have said, you should seriously check out the version from "The Last Time" - he is older but it will blow you away, and you will need to sit down for the third verse! kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJbOk6migd-AjcU

[@CathVANDERHAM]

Perhaps you should watch him i Jesus Christ Super Star, maybe start with Gethsemane. 💜🤩

[@jamussmyth1612]

Mate, you really need to watch the original by Cold Chisel (Jimmy Barnes band). You did a reaction previously of Jimmy and John (When something is wrong with my baby). Link is here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rmW6qKRvlN-hlcU Trust me, you won’t be disappointed.

[@jamussmyth1612]

BTW, also it’s great to see you are rocketing towards 5k subscribers😊 Im loving your “reaction style”. It’s very genuine compared to other channels.

[@BladeRunnermedia]

Ok I’ll check it out

[@jamussmyth1612]

@@BladeRunnermedia 👍