MIDNIGHT OIL - Power and the Passion REACTION - First time hearing

[@debmccudden242]

Every oils song has a powerful message

[@justinbellwood5254]

They just played their last gig a few months back. Nearly 4 hours and they are all in their late 60’s. It was an awesome night. The greatest band ever. Oooiiiillllllsssssss

[@shmick6079]

That entire concert video - “Oils on the Water” is essential viewing. If you’re after another official video (studio recording) of Midnight Oil to check out, don’t go past “Forgotten Years”.

[@flamencoprof]

I never saw him as a dancer. But I did hear him as a singer. Powerful and passionate. I am a Kiwi, the Aussies will fill in the details of him as a speaker and politician.

[@donna25871]

Peter Garrett has done so many things - rockstar, lawyer, two time president of the Australian Conservation Foundation, federal member of parliament and served as Minister of the Environment and the Arts, and then Education Minister in the Rudd and Gillard Labor governments.

[@ianwebb3496]

This was their 'breakthrough' song - the first one that got air-play on mainstream radio. Had great hooks so worked in the commercial setting but retained the early Oils' edge so that it gave us radio-listeners a bit of a shake-up; here was something local (I'm from NZ and that's near enough in this case) that was also something special. Glory ensued. Incidentally, if you don't already know, you'll be interested that Peter Garrett was the Australian Minister for the Environment, Heritage and the Arts for a while.

[@realkangaroocafevietnam]

He was the Minister for Education as well & outstanding in both.

[@ednoponen2943]

Once again, Harri, I'm so delighted you liked my song. I agree, I like this one as much, or even more, than "Beds are Burning". And, yes, "powerful" is the right word. I loved your reaction! These guys do no love songs, they are straight-ahead singing about social injustice, mainly but not solely, in Australia. We need someone like them here, now.

[@adwood201]

Not just social injustice, it's also about Political evils and international political influence.

[@MajClanger]

it would have been great to do a newer gig with the water tank

[@bluecloudrevs6383]

He will always be well loved in Australia ❤

[@taniaPBear]

These guys sure could put on a show, and you're right , it was exhausting just watching them live. You're also right about people mimicking Peter Garrett's dance moves in the crowd, lol. Great reaction, thank you Harri.

[@bennettjoseph1481]

So happy to see another Midnight Oil song here! Because of this very group I learned that they will be touring into my city in a couple of months and I will be seeing them live. I shall surely report back.

[@ednoponen2943]

Wow! Where do you live?

[@bennettjoseph1481]

@@ednoponen2943 - NY NY. I've tried to put the link here to their tour dates but it doesn't seem to allow me to do so...

[@johnbroggi495]

@bennettcohen listen to their brand new album Resist it’s fantastic. You’ll be surprised to see the hardcore fans actually want to hear the “new stuff” live …. Which isn’t usually the norm.

[@fransbuijs808]

@@johnbroggi495 When I saw them in London folks were singing along to The Barka Darling River. That should tell you something!

[@MajClanger]

@@fransbuijs808 that gig at the Camden Roundhouse was the best i've ever seen. And real tears during One Country.

[@785boats]

Proud to say that I have all their albums. Original vinyl. I love bands that comment on political, environmental, & social, issues. And to think that he went into politics and became our minister for the 'Environment, Heritage, and the Arts'. And then later, minister for 'School Education, Early Childhood, & Youth'. So he really did try to change the system from both the outside & the inside.

[@Bigyawner]

I became a fan in the early 80's due t this song. Still a fan but prefer their 80's material to the more recent. Saw them live in 1990. One of the best live bands I've seen. Seeing them again this week.

[@bluecloudrevs6383]

Define a good life ❤

[@ChrisAnderson42]

This song is usually coupled with a song called US Forces. Both from the album 10,9,8,7,6,5,4,3,2,1

[@wadebloggs1]

They rock. You rock. Here's to the rocking people!

[@michaellincoln3739]

Go Harri ! Check out Midnight Oil's "Short Memories" and "Dead Heart" .. also "Blue Sky Mine" and "Truganini"

[@Rick-pq8dv]

Their final international tour is now underway!!

[@barnowl5774]

The Oils are a band with a conscience!

[@rmac8008]

Lead singer Peter Garrett was also The Australian-minister of the environment And the minister of child welfare From 2007 -2014

[@damonhines8187]

I'm leaving a comment because I forgot the specifics of it and wanted to draw attention to your contribution with the only tools at hand. Happy Earth Day, while it lasts. Cheers, mate.

[@carolynwhetham9514]

Their music git massive airplay on mainstream radio. Now is played on rock stations.

[@noellzy]

My cousin won tickets to this gig, I was so jealous.

[@Chuckychazza]

From the Goat island concert, best concert ever

[@Rich-wi7dn]

Great reaction! Read About It is another outstanding song from the same album, and Best of Both Worlds, which came out on the following album, is another rocker. Both of them (and many more) are worth a listen. Be well!

[@DM-ol1ch]

The drummer is Rob Hirst, regarded as one of the greatest rock drummers ever.

[@Ozzcaddy]

The concert was held outside the Sydney Opera House on Sydney Harbour, with the Sydney Harbour Bridge in the background when showing scenes over the water.

[@nicholaslongford-solopage4476]

My favourite oils gig. On their final tour atm. First saw them in November 1984 and just saw them a few weeks ago my last oils gig.... this was early 85

[@bluecloudrevs6383]

Young Americans❤

[@damonhines8187]

A riveting performer! Admirable guy, too. Politically active, outspoken. Kickin' band too! Clearly, you were looking forward to the opportunity as well. Same.

[@michaelrue1400]

I heard Beds are Burning and Forgotten Years when they first came out, haven't heard anything from them since. Good to hear more by them.

[@jimbrentar]

their lead singer became a Member of Parliament and a government minister in Australia

[@julieb.5860]

saw them twice. incredible.

[@kaafromoz]

And too think some of their very early music was surf music inspired notably "Wedding Cake Island" (which is a section of rocks 2.4 Klm out to sea from Coogee Beach NSW that foams over like a wedding cake) Peter Garret is an amazing front man and they are touring again very soon so hope to see if they come my way always a fun concert. Keep Safe Keep Strong🦘🦘🦘

[@Jacob-er5xb]

A great version of that song. When that horn section kicks in it gets even better. I think you'll really like "Blue Sky Mine" if you haven't heard it.

[@tullfan2560]

Midnight Oil is really a punk rock band that does melody.

[@vers1fier]

Finally... someone gets it!

[@cwegers3]

This is the best reaction video I've seen , and this is in my opinion one of their greatest moments . Those are the lights of Sydney Harbour Bridge in the background by the way .

[@ChrisAnderson42]

Yes, this whole concert changed my life, I become a fan that night.

[@redward13]

Hi from NZ mate. Thanks for that. I have been lucky enough to see them in concert, once here in NZ and in Melbourne in 1993.. I have seen many rock bands live, but have never seen a better drum solo any where..

[@donktec]

the BASS! great performance, thank you - ifeel energised after listening to the oils :)

[@BigC.]

Saw them in 1987 and they were excellent and very high energy as noted.

[@brontepetropoulos4755]

Best political band in the world still relevant today, luv your stuff more ozzy bands and singers PLEASE OZZ💚💛👍

[@moshly64]

Dude: pick a song, any song, guaranteed banger -> Midnight Oil - Best Of Both Worlds Midnight Oil - Blue Sky Mine Midnight Oil - King Of The Mountain Midnight Oil - My Country Midnight Oil - Short Memory Midnight Oil - Forgotten Years Midnight Oil - Hercules Midnight Oil - The river runs red Midnight Oil - Dreamworld Midnight Oil - US Forces Midnight Oil - One Country Midnight Oil - Power and the Passion Midnight Oil - Don't Wanna Be the One Midnight Oil - Bullroarer Midnight Oil - Read About It Midnight Oil - Sell my soul Midnight Oil - Scream In Blue Midnight Oil - Outside World Midnight Oil - Only The Strong Midnight Oil - Maralinga Midnight Oil - Tin Legs And Tin Mines Midnight Oil - No Time for Games Midnight Oil - Somebody's Trying To Tell Me Something Midnight Oil - When the Generals Talk Midnight Oil - Kosciusko Midnight Oil - Sleep Midnight Oil - Who Can Stand in the Way Midnight Oil - Helps Me Helps You Midnigth oil - Beds are Burning Midnight Oil - Bells and Horns in the Back of Beyond Midnight Oil - Back on the Borderline Midnight Oil - No Reaction Midnight Oil - Stand in Line

[@ChrisAnderson42]

Oh mate, you missed one of their best songs, Jimmy Sharman's Boxers

[@deanmaynard8256]

When Peter is not there the rest of the band play with the Violent Fems Guitarist in a Surf Rock band!

[@jvvoid]

Better to die on your feet than to live on your knees. Power and the Passion.

[@fransbuijs808]

They did a farewell tour just a few months ago and they were great! And of course they played this song and Rob Hirst had this big oil tank next to his drum kit that he could hit on. He is also one of the songwriters of the band. The Oils are just a fantastic band and I am very glad that I saw them one last time.

[@Bigyawner]

They're still doing it. I see them in a couple of days

[@colinweir3203]

Australian heritage.

[@kathryndunn9655]

He cuts some shapes 😂. I had passion for someone but it's gone now he played to many games

[@michaelsmith-fw9bm]

singer Peter Garrett is a one time senator in Australian government and he is also a Barrister

[@ap8eioul1]

Yes Harri. More Oils love your reactions.. You lightened up my day

[@Pait728]

Fantastic stuff! Had never seen the live version. Love your reaction. Thanks!

[@mareegibbs7919]

Lord I love Rob Hirst. Do Kosciusko where Rob sings. My favourite Oils song.

[@richtensail]

on of v best bands to cme out of au, powerful songwriting n lyrics, try us forces, dead heart, truganini, short memory, blue sky mine, cheers frm way dn sth

[@bluecloudrevs6383]

Keep keep ❤

[@danielguerrero1176]

That's how members of Parliament dance

[@aaron2709]

Great.

[@shella5963]

No one Dad dances like Peter Garrett

[@mrmockatoo6786]

The interplay between the bass and the two independent guitar parts ensures that a lot is happening to back up the frenetic drums of Rob Hirst and Peter Garrett's unique presentation.

[@darrylbirt6049]

Hey Harri, Rob Hirst, the drummer is the reason I picked up the sticks. Between him and Keith Moon, I can't decide!

[@kathryndunn9655]

I prefed the beds are burning all about deep and meaningful for me

[@shannonbennett987]

Glad to see someone do this. Great Aussie band. May I suggest two other very good Aussie bands? Re-Flex and Eurogliders. Check them out sometime. Good reaction.

[@heathcornbeef]

Kia ora cuzz from Aotearoa new zealand stay safe Harri I've seen midnight oil three times first time 1983 SWEETWATERS MUSIC FESTIVAL with Dad 13 year's old and then two nights in a row in 1987 at the supertop Mt smart Auckland Aotearoa new zealand

[@fractalmusicj]

Harri there tonnes more Oz gems that would be diamonds to your ears. LRB ear harmonic bliss as u know......head to Oz in the early 80's, some amazing music in that space, not so much LRBish, maybe INXS dont change, Billy Field you weren't in love with me, or ummmmm maybe the instrumental sky toccata that was ENG/AUS band late 70's

[@jimbrentar]

If you like Midnight Oil, check out "Blue Sky Mine."

[@gb-vw9vh]

my favourite short memory. very clever and you should pick up the lyrics easily. relevant at any time. oh and seen them heaps and up there with the best drumming shows anywhere

[@NannaTina]

Peter Garrett isn’t really a good vocalist (in my opinion) but his messages always hit home.

[@ursulabklyn_mia6148]

He looks like a crash test dummy.

[@thrusta100]

What does Madonna look like?