Little River Band | Reminiscing | Reaction

[@ausmarkb]

They want John back because he was an interim front man for LRB. On a personal note and coming from someone who can't sing one, I enjoy seeing your admiration for other peoples talent and appreciate the singers perspective that you bring. It helps a tone deaf person like myself appreciate the artists even more.

[@paulstanley2825]

Would still love a reaction of the original Reminiscing with Glenn on lead vocals. His voice is amazing and suits the song perfectly.

[@fayel5992]

So would I.

[@440a]

Glenn couldn't hold a candle to John Farnham!

[@westnblu]

@@440a I beg to differ. John Farnham maybe known as the voice but Glen Sharrock was the heart and soul of LRB.

[@ChrisFirth-do2sm]

They knew what sort of singer he was when they asked him to join.

[@SingTas]

I think john became so well known in Australia that many didn’t appreciate his great talent. Now he has a health battle and may never sing again. I believe that he is one of the best performers ever, he has such a way of engaging with his audience and he is just so darn talented. I hope he recovers and I will always be grateful that he shared his incredible talent with us and was still able to keep it real and not be up himself.

[@kane29842]

Ha glad that request made it through. I grew up with John being omnipresent on radio, to the point where I admit I basically took him for granted, or didn't really pay too much attention to him. It wasn't really until a few years ago that I spontaneously had the urge to see what he was like singing with the Little River Band - and I landed on this video and was absolutely blown away by the stage presence and performance. After that I went down the rabbit of hole of all the live performances I could find for him on KZbin (and others I never had the chance to see live). Suffice it to say I realised i'd missed out on a LOT.

[@ThatSingerReactions]

Did you request this one?

[@kane29842]

@@ThatSingerReactions yeah that was me

[@TheJessieb77]

@Kane, don't you find that watching American's listen to these songs for the first time, make you realise even more how great these artists are!!

[@justmr9553]

@@ThatSingerReactions have you reacted to little river band with Glen shorock as lead singer?

[@lyndamac1058]

The original lead singer wanted to take a break and regroup at a later time but the band wanted to keep going and John stepped in, he left the band in '85 to pursue a solo career and what a brilliant decision that was.

[@helenmckee4646]

John only joined the band for a short time. The original singer of Little River Band was Glenn Shorrock

[@georgeibrahim7945]

He kills it to when he sings “cool change” with the little river band one of my favourite songs

[@craigbourbonevans]

totally agree

[@theghost6412]

Yeah I agree he absolutely Killed It. And not in a good way in my view, cool change is not meant to be belted, it was meant to be smooth and crooned gently. It was one of his covers that I didn't like, even with the LRB band behind him.

[@rickandersen2284]

I love Forever Blue! I think from the last album with LRB...

[@rickandersen2284]

I am a wiped out Farnham fan and Farnham outsings Shorrock every day of the week...but Glenn just had a chilled vibe that was right for some songs. I don't think you can ever replace the original singer successfully.

[@theghost6412]

@@rickandersen2284 I would never say out sings, mainly because they are from two completely different genres. They are at the pinical of their own respective styles of singing. Trying to liken them is like chalk and cheese. John is Adult Contemporary with emphasis on Power Ballad. Glenn is Pop Rock and Soft Rock with emphasis on Smooth Crooning.

[@cinemaipswich4636]

They all sing. Even the drummer sings. Everyone on stage is an artist in their own right.

[@sandramolina7919]

Love, love this song with the great John Farnham singing it. So special! What a beautiful voice! Beautiful harmonies! ❤

[@kennykarlsson6691]

John farnham is the holy grale of singers. One of the very best to have walked the earth. Living legend. And he still delivers amazing vocals at the age of 72 yo.

[@RolandDeschain1]

LRB was kind of like Australia's version of The Eagles.

[@theghost6412]

Glenn Frey loved their music and returned to Australia to tour with them in 1988. God he so easily slipped into their sound and when they played his Eagles hits they slipped so easily into his.

[@TCM215]

Better in my opinion:)

[@azza0575]

Kinda like but only better

[@jonelordieta7573]

....with a bit of Steely Dan thrown in...

[@franwiththeredhair]

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH this is one of my favorites song in the entire world!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TheCookycooks]

I appreciate what you said about Jimmy, I have seen a lot of comments lately saying that all he does is scream and I just don’t understand it, maybe he’s not everybody’s taste in music but if anyone thinks he’s not a talented singer then they should really get their hearing checked.

[@ThatSingerReactions]

They don't know vocalist

[@payney23291]

Three words: "Playing to win"

[@Mattb81]

Yep. Great song and usually comes with an awesome light show!

[@usmadgirl3074]

OK, don't get upset! You know that John is my favorite singer of all time...period & he was great with Little River Band (one of my favorite bands - think I must be part Aussie) BUT I didn't like him as much with LRB as I did their original lead singer, Glenn Sharrock BECAUSE John's voice is SO powerful, he overpowered Beeb Birtles & Graeham Goble & their normal smooth 3 part harmonies. Glenn Sharrock blended perfectly with Beeb & Graeham. John needs to be a solo artist like he became again when he left LRB & just do occasional duets with whomever he chooses like Jimmy Barnes. So I'm not putting down the original LRB singers & I'm not putting down John, they're the best at what they do in their rightful places!😘 Here's why: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqaWiZ6af6tqeM0

[@rickandersen2284]

Interesting that Graeham enjoyed the Farnham years the most because he felt fulfilled having a lead who could sing anything. And he said he learnt so much from Farnham.

[@gregtanner1444]

Right on

[@Liana_Zailie11]

Pretty well said

[@fletmok3548]

Nah prefer Farnham’s vocal dynamics and soul put some zip into the band. Their harmonies were on point in this concert

[@fransmith3255]

@@fletmok3548 Me too. I tried Little River Band after John left, but they just weren't as good. Their sound was...boring...too sameish...

[@8watza]

oohhh i love lrb but i like the original vocalist glenn shorrock and i love the original version of reminiscing i was in my college yrs when it was released 1978

[@annpulbrook9033]

LRB have always been a brilliant band, Glenn Shorrock is their original singer (& he is amazing, too). It was great to see John Farnham step in though, - I mean, they're always going to be magic 🎤🎸🎷

[@petercampbell87]

You should hear him singing "Night Owl" with the Little River Band, Mind Blown.

[@rickandersen2284]

Your reactions are such fun...and I learn stuff!!! I hang out for the next one! Thank You!

[@ThatSingerReactions]

No problem

[@merkin2ify]

The singer doing the high parts is Beeb Birtles. founding member of LRB.

[@toddyrocket296]

I just sit back and enjoy all the John Farnham reactions.

[@leglessinoz]

It's worth listening to the version of this with the original LRB line-up and Glen Shorrock singing. It's hard for me to decide which I like better as they are both so good.

[@tabithascoot]

I like Glenn and LRB better!

[@WahdaMae]

Glenn sings it... John PERFORMS it.

[@westnblu]

@@tabithascoot Frank Sinatra said it was his fav tune that is with the original lineup

[@bodybalanceU2]

@@westnblu even John Lennon said that was his favourite tune at the time which was with the original lineup cuz that was the record that was released at that time and played on the radio

[@westnblu]

@@bodybalanceU2 ok didnt know that thanx for that. Its tru what they say u learn something new everyday! haha

[@wjtjcolman]

just love seeing you react to the music from Australia . We had some amazing talent , great growing up in the 70's ang 80's. sherbet , john paul young and skyhooks

[@bradleyshipway5335]

It has been a joy watching you discover and fall in love with our "Voice" here in Australia. Words cannot express the depth of feeling we hold for this once in a universe talent, that's right - universe. A few special singers may have an element or two at the same level as John, but no one has every dimension of their art operating at the level this guy does. Tone, from crystalline to whiskey-soaked; timing, from comedic to dramatic; ANY genre, any key, any audience - he commands them all. As a technical singer, he is unsurpassed, and vocal analysts will still be trying to understand the mechanics of how he does what he does many years from now. But anyone who has seen him live will attest his performance presence is every bit equal to his technical brilliance. You cannot take your eyes off him, from the front row to the back of the stadium - if you look around at a Farnham concert, it is almost eerie to see how all eyes remain transfixed on him the entire time. He has worked incredibly hard at his craft, but the sheer mercurial beauty he is able to produce hints that, at times, even John may not know exactly the detail of what he does. He is evidence of powers greater than us in the universe - a conduit that allows us a glimpse of true awe and beauty.

[@possumsnest]

So true - he's completely captivating live. It astounds me that he gives 100% at every performance - so consistently great.

[@ShaunButterley]

So well written. Thank you.

[@erinevans9113]

Even tired your voice is💰🔥❤️ Gotdayum John has an energy about him. He gave that performance with little to no feedback from the crowd... you can see the joy in his face. It's like a purity of spirit or something. I def recognize the bassist from videos of John performing live during his solo career. Thanks for checking this one out. I know a few of us hit the comments pretty hard 😁

[@kane29842]

Bassist is Wayne Nelson, definitely followed John into his solo career.

[@li22ietopper26]

@@kane29842 Yeah. John's band reads like his resume. Every time he sang with another group he seemed to come back with another muso

[@beammeup7200]

Been listening & loving John's music since Sadie the Cleaning Lady...I remember in an interview with John in the 70's he said...I just love singing... I'd sing for nothing! Then he laughed & said...I better not say that..he is so cool 😎🤩🇦🇺

[@eddienugent2135]

Anyone notice the late Glen Fry of the Eagles on Guitar on John's right. He did a stint in LRB for a while.

[@cherylp5027]

Do Cool Change next please. I remember the very moment hearing his voice - this concert - for the first time in 1984 - I was 17. I was eating dinner and it was on in the next room. I literally said “what?”, picked up my plate and went into the next room. And I never missed another airing of that concert. Finding this on KZbin 30 years later. By far my favorite performance of all time. So happy you love it equally.

[@rodhanson7112]

THE singer singing with the higher voice is BEEB BERTLES AN original singer in the Little River band

[@a.pwhiteside5872]

John joined LRB after Glenn Shorrock left after many years leading LRB. Glenn Shorrock is another Aussie legend.Glenn was born in the UK but was raised in SA from a young age.

[@raelenewilliams2763]

Oh Nick, i LOVE your reactions soooo much. That bit at 08.55 when you notice the "zombie crowd" is hillarious. You have to be the most entertaining and genuine reactor out there. Keep it coming!!!!

[@crimsoncobber]

I love every John Farnham & Little Rjver Band live performance I’ve seen on KZbin so far, the harmonies are so good

[@yvonnejohnson3232]

The band was named after a road sign for the Victorian township of Little River, on the way to Geelong.

[@jcee6886]

Donny and John my all time favourites.

[@greglittle222]

You have to hear “Take it easy on me” live version which really showcases the original lead singers great voice and also the great background singers in the band.

[@karencramer6491]

Glen Shorrock was the original front man for LRB. John was always a solo act but joined LRB after Glen left which was a gamble by the band but as you can hear, he had the right sound so it worked. Check out Glen Shorrock's original band The Twilights. He has a great CV in the Australian music industry.

[@vk88864]

Glenn Shorrock was the original Lead singer of LRB and original singer of this song. Just as Awesome.

[@devi_-]

Obsessed with this vocal

[@rodhanson7112]

You should react to the original LRB singer Glen Shorrock singing this song

[@440a]

Need to hear him sing "Please Don't Ask Me"!!

[@robslaney3729]

If you want soul, John Farnham, Lindsay Field and Vanetta Fields singing Amazing Grace live.

[@kerryiguassu5202]

Another suggestion for Little River Band is 'Curiosity killed the Cat'. Glenn Shorrock was the original lead singer. Loved their harmonies.

[@dannyzolli]

Dude, I dig your channel a lot. I’ve been a Farnham devotee since he joined Little River Band back in the 80s. He was only with them fir 4 years. Wanna really have your mind blown? Look up Farnham 2021 videos. He’s 73 years old and still singing BALLS OFF. I’ve been trying to sing as well as him for years. Give my stuff a listen. You’ll see what I mean. I wish you continued success, and I hope you continue to share your appreciation of great singers. God bless.

[@BobarissGish]

John's amazing grace is a must watch.

[@macisback9059]

One of the best reactionists/reactioners/ reaction people hahaha on youtube fella.. I'm glad to see you appreciate our great singers from down under.. Also glad you haven't actually broke some shit yet lol..

[@anthonypallen7919]

Luv this song, voices are so pure

[@stephanielane1821]

I subscribed coz you do good reactions, especially about our beloved Australian performer's 👍💖

[@johnwortington3679]

You really should check out the acoustic version of playing to win. A much older Farnham absolutely nailed it

[@rickandersen2284]

Yeah I love that too

[@rodhanson7112]

John is a great singer but when he Joined the Little River Band it wasn't LRB anymore

[@amandagray3694]

LRB have some awesome songs. Original lead Glen shorrock had a great voice too. Please do early cold chisel tho, Jimmy's voice was something else back in the day 😊

[@aries898]

Khe Sahn and flame trees!!!!

[@lemonrussian2929]

I like the original version better with Glen Shorrock on main vocals. It was apparently John Lennon and his girlfriend's favourite song.

[@mattyw5273]

“What is wrong with this zombie crowd”… yep, you got me. Damn, laughed hard!

[@jenniferbailey5914]

Trying to remember but I think it was an awards night not a concert.

[@kayp2617]

I love Glen Shorrock too. LRB was great

[@AnnaAnnaTT]

Farnham was a teen pop idol from 1967 until 1979, billed then as Johnny Farnham, but has since forged a career as an adult contemporary singer. His career has mostly been as a solo artist, although he replaced Glenn Shorrock as lead singer of Little River Band from 1982 to 1985.

[@nigelyorkshiremanwadeley6263]

No doubt someone has already pointed this out but LRB are a very successful Australian band from the "70's/80's and Farnham replaced the original lead singer, Glenn Shorrock, for a short period in the early to mid 80's. Either way, they are a phenomenal band.

[@joanstrater3047]

Such a sweet song. Thanks for the memory. Love your reactions.

[@ericchapman1221]

Some of my favorite singers have a horn quality to their voices - meaning their voice quality resembles the sound of a good trumpet player. This guy has that quality for sure.

[@rickandersen2284]

Sometimes it sounds like he's got an echo chamber in there somewhere.

[@moekontze116]

wow that brings back memories. I love their music too.

[@heatheryoung2712]

Your reactions are So great. Love watching you highlight Aussie talent. You should come on down to Oz land hook up with our fab musicians & record. You said you sing.

[@ChrisFirth-do2sm]

30 . Give or take

[@BlackPanther-is8yy]

I was waiting for you to react to this!!. Thank you😊

[@carladewitt1947]

Always been one of my favorite songs. Thanks for the reactions.

[@JoSedunary]

Beeb Birtles the second guitarist takes the higher harmony on this track (and many others) A lot of the LRB fans did not like John joining the band.... the original singer Glenn Shorrock, although a fine vocalist, was pretty much a crooner who 'stayed in his lane' harmonically...unlike Farnham who uses his voice as an instrument (he doesn't actually play an instrument very well...he knows one song on the piano (help) and can strum a guitar) He's what I call a frustrated musician haha.... The bass guitarist (Wayne Nelson) left LRB to join Farnsey's backing band at one point. Great player and equally good singer.

[@gayleharris2957]

So true. If you like that much. You should hear it with Glen Shorrock singing it. LRB were big down here at the time.

[@JoSedunary]

@@gayleharris2957 True - I love Glen Shorrock too and actually agree that he was a better fit for LRBs sound. I too am an Aussie and Farnham will always be the benchmark for vocals for me.

[@leglessinoz]

Shorrock left of his own accord to pursue other things so John was invited to join. And ironically Nelson is the only one still in what is currently calling itself Little River Band.

[@blueenglishstaffybreeder6956]

Sorry to say Farnham has no equal

[@rickandersen2284]

Excited even tho you haven't started yet!!!!!!!!!

[@michellelang2142]

The John Farnham song is ANGELS. THANKS FOR YOUR HARD WORK. LOVE MICHELLE.

[@michellelang2142]

Hi. I am Australian also. A great song to play is John Farnham singing ANGEL live. Love your show. Love Michelle.

[@donnazasgoat2274]

This is the song to play fellas (or gals) to get your girl in the mood.

[@nicolejttmom6061]

God I love this reactors teeth and his voice is unbelievable!

[@MrUnderdog-vn3zf]

So glad I found your channel. I love that you know wtf you're talking about!

[@kellieevans2964]

PS Being a trained singer I love that you understand the difference between singing and growling and both have that uniqueness vocally. John is so clean and I was trained by his backing vocalist Lindsay Field but Jimmy has such a ridiculous range in his own right. Much respect to knowing true vocalist/ singers when you hear them!! 🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@krisiglehart3061]

John Farnham never took lessons or had any formal training. This was even said by him, it just came naturally to him.

[@kellieevans2964]

@@krisiglehart3061 of course he didn't need any lessons because of his God given talent but I certainly did. He's a master at his craft and watching him since I was a kid he had the voice that captivated me and when the opportunity came to be taught by his backing vocalist it was a dream come true. The knowledge that he imparted was essential when I was developing my sound as a singer. Forever grateful for the opportunity and once in a lifetime, how could I ask for anything more. 🙏

[@busterbell871n]

New subscriber here. Quite excited you are delving into some of the Aussie greats and I aint even Australian lol. love how you are doing your reactions. Not many bother to delve into the intricities of vocalising. As for Jimmy, try some of his ballads to hear his softer side. He was lead singer of the band "Cold Chisel" before he went solo. check out some of their songs. They are all brilliant.

[@scammmmy]

The Little River Band got it's name from a road sign outside the town of Little River. That sign was outside of the general store and petrol station that my grandparents used to own. It was an old sign, and my grandpa was going to take it down, and if he did on that day the band might have a different name.

[@SR-pr2xz]

LRB went way back before John joined as front man and was big in the 70s. So cool you are going back. There are a lot of skips like me that will reminisce on this

[@Kazeemi2810]

I love Johnny, but Glenn Shorrock was LRB! Listen again to Glenn's version. Cheers mate!

[@bryceweezy1]

Johns better

[@coastallad1010]

​@@bryceweezy1Dilusional. LRB was all about the harmonies of Shorrock, Gobles

[@firecrakka]

Yes... was hoping you would do this one.

[@hit60s25]

You might also enjoy a younger Farnham singing Georgia - Live

[@malakhhaabaddon1705]

This man is tapping into some real good music outside of RnB and hiphop. My wife and I play this song so well together, her vocals are so cool, I guitar duet with her just to hear it.

[@abigailfoster2467]

He’s so young there. Baby face

[@terenasimons5247]

Yeah so glad you did this one, I only found it a year ago maybe, we know John is so diverse and can sing the phone book, but I'd never heard a jazzy, soul side until I saw this, and those harmonies, so good!!! Thanks for this one.

[@jakbparish]

Dude pronounce it however you like, all us Aussies are just stoked you’re digging it.

[@leglessinoz]

If it were just screaming then Jimmy's voice would be shredded by now. He's kept it up consistently for decades and is only fading a bit due to age.

[@rcnation8910]

Never thought I would hear a Donny Hathaway reference on a reaction video. Seems most don't even know who is. "For All We know" is one of my favorites. He is one of the main reasons I sing and write music. He was a stone cold genius.

[@davidhouston4810]

You keep going like this and you will be able to apply for Honorary Australian Citizenship, I'm just happy you appreciate the music of this land, there is a huge amount of good music been made in Australia.

[@barryryan8342]

John F became the lead singer of the LRB after their long time singer Glen left the band. John took over the roll as a way to reach out to a younger crowd. But as all that LOVE JF, the front man got more attention then the LRB could take. It was time for a change. His long time manger Glen sold this house to fund JF new album & the group of musicians he took along for the ride for next 30+ years was just music perfection. JF, one of the Best to see LIVE.

[@kane29842]

Glenn Shorrock didn't necessarily leave, so much as he was fired so they could BRING John in.

[@ausmarkb]

@@kane29842 a bit of both really. Glenn wanted the band to take a break/rest. They didn't want to so they grabbed John rather than have a tired front man lacking enthusiasm. So you're right in that Glenn didn't leave but he also didn't want to continue.

[@theghost6412]

To be honest John was not a good match for them and they should of seen that well before they signed him. Their music was polar opposites. For all his undeniable ability, he just didn't fit well with them at all.

[@Helliconia54]

little river is a small town In Victoria about half way between Melbourne and Geelong. the band saw the sign whilst driving past.

[@delaneyavenel1492]

John recorded with the little River Band before he made a comeback with "The Voice" and the other songs that you've watched. John Farnham has been making music and hits in Australia for over 50 years. He's had several "farewell" tours. We'll be well due for another farewell tour when the Covid restrictions ease up in Australia LOL He's just so perenially popular and the man can still belt out a tune!

[@cacestbon8022]

I've seen Little River Band in concert. And it was nothing like this. But then this is South Louisiana! Even the old people are partying donw here!

[@rickandersen2284]

So...what were they like?

[@j.j.hayden9461]

Loved John singing for LRB, I know fans like Glenn Shorock, I think he's fine, but John just blows him out the water. You do hear some members hitting higher notes than John, they were all talented singers in LRB, they produced such beautiful harmonies. Check out their cover of When The War Is Over, one of my favs from the Farnham years. Cheers

[@michellemcgregor358]

Thank you so much for reacting I forgot how amazing John Farnham is👌💯

[@alyn927]

As always I love your reaction an I have not seen this one before either thankyou

[@4adgray2]

When he was touring every concert he comes on at 8:30pm and doesn't leave until after the finale at 11pm then charges back out moments later for encores that go 10 more minutes! 6 nights a week, week after week! (the 7th day (Monday) he travelled between towns & cities.

[@notanotherenigma7759]

I enjoyed The Other Guy and On The Border... But I think this was definitely a Glen Shorrock song ..

[@greyhairedphantom4038]

Glen Shorrock was the original lead singer of the band. Glen was replaced as lead singer, and John took over. John lasted five years with the band.he Like John, Glen is legendary in the Australian music industry. Glen was a member of Axiom a group very popular in the late 60s and early 70s. That band had some very talented guys. Brian Cadd among them. Brian was well known for his song writing, and unique voice. He wrote a number of songs in the States while there. Jimmy Barnes was the wild boy of music in Oz, he grew up in a different world to John. I'm from South Australia and Jimmy grew up in Elizabeth in a very low income area. I had relations live in the same area. It was a tough life for a kid, and Jimmy had scars from that time of his life. He's much better with his life nowadays. Hope I have given some insight

[@carleenpring3404]

There was a time, in Australia, when it was a sit down only concert era. Not sure why.

[@dystar112]

Johnny is a great entertainer and relates to his audience.

[@nicpap6046]

Hey Man , really love the pleasure and groove you show reviewing this iconic Australian vocalist/singers/performers Very entertaining in itself watching you 😎🤛👌 If you where to name “just three” who are your favorite male singers/vocalist of all time Just curious Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺

[@louispeel9919]

Ther is one Song of John's called One. You will love it

[@nzlemming]

He was only with them from 82-86.

[@amandamckenna]

I knew it was only a matter of time before you found John's foray into being the front man for Little River Band. He fronted the band just before re-launching his solo career with (among other great albums) 'Whispering Jack' (the album that contained 'You're The Voice' and other great songs). LRB was known for their great harmonies and fans have wanted him back ever since he left. John was a great fit, but he really needed to be let loose to soar.

[@reneepope-munro8115]

COME ON NOW, with coming correct on what Jimmy’s doing with his voice. You can’t “scream” for decades. That ish takes technique. I’m a Farnsey fan first, but I’ll accept no Barnsey slander on my watch 😉

[@magpiegirl3783]

I made a comment on one video where John and Jimmy were performing and I said that Jimmy was just screeching. I stand by that comment. I understand the gritty belt and Jimmy does have a real gravel - he sings really well, but the performance I saw was screeching. I stand by that too, especially as Jimmy himself said he gave a shocking vocal performance with John that night. So if the reference is to a post I made, that was me. Jimmy and John's performance on Something Is Wrong With My Baby is indicative of Jimmy's best singing IMO.

[@reneepope-munro8115]

@@magpiegirl3783 I’m just saying as a professional singer of over 30 years, I can see his technique in what is frequently classified as a screeching. There are very specific types of vocal chords that are capable of it, it’s rare but defs a thing.

[@richardportelli1983]

Here Here

[@tonyjforder]

He may be an Aussie but we English will claim him as well, as he was born in Dagenham, Essex. One of the greats.