Peter Rivera of Rare Earth - Live at Saloon Studios

[@rawhide894]

Peter sounds as good as he always did. Great Concert and thank you.

[@audiotango]

I hope people appreciate how pristine and beautifully this man's voice has aged over the years. He's singing these songs in their original keys, hitting all the notes, and still possesses the vocal power that gave these classics their trademark sound. I had the chance to correspond with Pete several years ago and asked him what his secret was to maintaining that voice. If I'm remembering correctly, he told me "lots of water and exercise."

[@JOHNROBERTCRUZ]

Agreed !

[@jonjeffries3265]

He for sure still has it..

[@SpiritualGangs]

Tio es increible!!!😮🫶💫

[@GreenCheesePizza]

👁️got other things to do but this performance is red wine 🍷

[@frankluna1592]

Too acoustic for me Rare Earth was a Rock band for crying out loud!!! Rather see him on the drrums... Watered down rock doesn't sound good

[@rockman4u2]

Saw Rare Earth in Chicago in 1978. Great!! Peter Rivera never got the acclaim that he deserved!! Great rock voice!!

[@lindanickell8565]

Much like Master Guitarist, Frank Marino of 👉Mahogany RUSH👈 out of 🇨🇦 Canada… W😯W!!!

[@pjw1016]

I didn’t listen to Rare Earth all the time, but when I did my neighbors did too.

[@MrJohnnyDistortion]

🤙☝️👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🤟🤟

[@arip531]

LOL

[@larryshon8420]

Peter Rivera is the only true voice of Rare Earth... Cannot replicate or replace him. My favorite song -- MA !

[@johnberg2658]

I love MA, just sent it too a buddy an hour ago.

[@cjvr1953]

Peter Rivera is just a freak of nature. Sings so well at 74

[@davidgeorge000]

72 years old and still blows away most singers out there.

[@vueloimaginario]

Entiendo que nació en 1944, ya debiera ir para 80.

[@jabarprincess4538]

He was so gorgeous when he was young in the 70's. A pure hottie those days. Love his voice and his talent!❤👍💯

[@angelmenendez4479]

From CUBA. Rare Earth, one of my 3 preferred bands ever. Songs as Ma and Loosing you must be inscribed in the list of greatest songs played ever. The time of the greatest music, musicians and shows ever. Peter was a F. Great Singer at that time BUT NOW he sings better than ever. THIS IS WHAT I CALL MUSIC.

[@Kondoritoblue]

Extraordinaire. Peter Rivera was the real voice and soul of Rare Earth.

[@jonjeffries3265]

Absolutely..

[@KentKriegshauser]

I saw them 49 years ago tonight. March 21st, 1974, in the tiny Memorial Gymnasium at Quincy College, Quincy, IL. I was 15 years old. They KILLED it that night! Probably at their peak. "Big John" was performed with less funk, and all out rock. I remember, because I have a rough, crude, but priceless bootleg. I took in a Panasonic recorder and one Memorex tape. They played Quincy. Then, maybe three weeks later, the California Jam. Those were the days!

[@leomejias299]

in cuba back in the 70's every one who loved american bands loved their music.specially songs like "get ready".thanks for giving us happiness in those hard times.

[@strattuner]

i outlasted the EARTH,I WENT to their concerts till they all broke up and this genius man left to start his own rhythm section,and he is a genius,fact

[@audiophile55]

Man, Peter, you sound just like you did on all your records from 50 years ago, on!!! There unfortunately aren't many singers who can hold on to their original recording voices! Born To Wander is one of my favorites by Rare Earth!!! Thanks you, Peter!!!!

[@russellkuba7213]

I just want to celebrate that I found this video!

[@hollywood-cd3jk]

WOW !!!!! Peter Rivera , Gods gift to this world !!!!!!!!!!!!! and really to this galaxy !!!!!!!!!!!! Been rocking my ass off for 60 years LOVING your energy and that perfect rock sound !!!!!!!!!!! THANK YOU SO SO MUCH for ALL THE LOVE BROTHER , happy times in Spokane . ( loved ya @ pig out in the park a number of times ) !!!!!!!!!!! Rock on kind Sir.

[@bryendelaurie1006]

Pete, I've been listening you since I was nine years old, and I just want you to know that your music has really touched my life. God bless.

[@kimmergonzales9792]

I don't care what anyone says, I love Rare Earth, Rivera still has that great voice!!!!

[@jessn3312]

I’ve lost so many friends and relatives in the last few years. Almost like I don’t recall the person I once was.. very grateful to hear this thank you

[@africanheadcharge]

A still powerful voice, a strong stage presence, a true entertainer!

[@savagefund7706]

What a voice. He's lost nothing.

[@brendamagee6411]

The very reason he hooked us in 69!!!

[@musicman920]

Peter still has ÏT".........He is sounding as good as ever did.....

[@davidgeorge000]

Wow😮just WOW! Awesome! Total professional who just loves to do what he does, perform.

[@calderadelescocia7325]

What an awsome performance. Pete' s voice is still very very powerful. It was absolute MY time with all these hits from Rare Earth.

[@marlonflores5563]

His voice is just amazing! Way to go Peter. Never stop.

[@VSTELEVISION]

Incredible !!! If I could, I would put a thousand likes! Thank!

[@angelmenendez4479]

From CUBA. Hearing for I don't know how many times. THAT'S WHAT I CALL MUSIC. From CUBA. Many thanks for what you have done for MUSIC.

[@BluesHawk101]

That voice is so powerful and brings back a great flood of memories... Rare Earth had so much soul.. and man could they play their instruments.... I saw them live at their apex and they were impressive... Still listen to their live album ...

[@aleagapesant]

Una poderosa voz. Lo recuerdo de mi adolescencia, donde escuchar rock te llevaba a la cárcel. Un saludo desde La Habana, Cuba,

[@MrLittlefeat]

Look at him, still making you get into that groove all these year's after.

[@TWM53]

Have always liked Pete and his voice is as good today as it was back then---love hearing him keep on singing!! A true Legend!!

[@piratesofhalifaxofficial6756]

This needs to be released on DVD !

[@silver1surfer69]

I was born in 74 and Rare Earth is my favorite band - u see what is transported is timeless. For me this Band and Peter Rivera as (an) inspiring force behind the band brings this feeling of the endless journey and life as a journey into this world like no other.

[@africanheadcharge]

SETLIST: 01) Born To Wander (Rare Earth cover) 02) Good Time Sally (Rare Earth cover) 03) It's So Unpredictable 04) Dance With Me 05) In Bed (Rare Earth cover) 06) Hey, Big Brother (Rare Earth cover) 07) Tobacco Road (The Nashville Teens cover) 08) What'd I Say (Bobby Rydell cover) 09) It Is What It Is 10) Ma (Rare Earth cover) 11) (I Know) I'm Losing You (The Temptations cover) 12) Get Ready (The Temptations cover) 13) Ride The Wind 14) I Just Want To Celebrate (Rare Earth cover)

[@afiyalewis6001]

U can tell this man loves what he does! ❤❤❤❤💯💯💯💯

[@groundhog713]

Ray Charles did What I'd Say first, not Bobby Darin

[@zydeco2378]

@@groundhog713 Right, Ray wrote it !

[@ACG7001]

I wouldn’t say rare earth covers, Pete was rare earth

[@jamescastillo6227]

This band was my favorite since way back in the 70’s when I was in High School. Saw them perform in 1973 at The Hammond Civic Center in Hammond, Indiana.

[@BrianKiernan-n8g]

Peter works the audience so good. His voice is amazing!

[@EugeneDavid-h8s]

Seen Earth in72 or3 Boise @ state fair pavilion 4th of July,still my favorite concert ever and I've been to hundreds. Singer drummers still amazing to me and Peter is the reason for that.

[@thomaspenn2475]

Unbelievable raw soul sound still in the 21st century amazing vocalist

[@gravitykillz924]

Thank you for the sound track to my life! Born to wander tat on my leg. im 63 and im about to wander on.

[@chucktingstad5636]

Hang in there man.

[@MrJohnnyDistortion]

Where ya gonna wander off to?

[@michaelgriffin691]

RARE EARTH WAS MY FIRST ROCK CONCERT, I ENJOYED IT THE EXPERIENCE WAS UNFORGETTABLE, I WAS 14

[@glenross6952]

WOW !!!!! THIS WAS MY BAND BACK THEN.....I ALWAYS ADMIRED THE DRUMMER PETE RIVERA ....THE COMBOS HE DID WHILE PLAYING WAS AWESOME

[@MrLittlefeat]

Back in the late 60's and 70's, RARE EARTH WAS THE BAND TO LISTEN TOO., They were way ahead of their time with "Hey Big Brother" and so was'nt Motown with them.

[@richardbean6811]

Peter you took me back nice arrangements with the three of you. "Great job."

[@lq9284]

PETER! YOU DON'T KNOW ME; I LOVE YOU & YOUR VOICE IS STILL F.N AWESOME (BLESSED) 😇😎😎💞💕💕💕💖💖💗!

[@chucktingstad5636]

This is beyond great. I have seen Peter and company many times. This is killer.

[@JuliusCrawley]

1970=all again love this song was very big while in the Navy 1968 to 1988

[@treehuggard]

went to my local watering hall on a Wed. night in the mid 80's in WPB,FL.Doorman say $2 cover charge.Surprised I ask who could be playing "THIS" joint on a Wed. night,sorta chuckling.He say some older R&R band big in the 70's.To my absolute delight it was Rare Earth.Maybe 50 people were there,They played like they were at the Californian Jam.One of the best live shows I ever seen.Talent and true professional made it a magical night.

[@jessstone7486]

Great story! Pros *always* deliver - no matter how many in the crowd.

[@clydertaylor3848]

I play drums because of you i remember my parent's would let me stay up late to see . in concert. With rare earth.lol

[@tonyhodge364]

Ok. Why am I only hearing about Peter Rivera and Rare Earth in 2021. I'm a huge Beatles and CCR fan. In terms of listening pleasure and virtuosity, RE are awesome. Their second album, Get Ready (Sept ’69) is a gem.

[@tazncompany]

Saw them @ seland arena 1974 in Fresno CA. Best ever consert. He's still got the voice that is magnificent.

[@bigvrocks2480]

Peter Rivera. What a voice~ Still sounds as great as it did in the late 60's early 70's. I love this edition of the band/concert. Arrive by happenstance and I booked marked for occasional listening! Love it!

[@Marcel-lw5zf]

Wow! Awesome ❤ Know Rare Earth since 42 years. Never seen this Concert before. Outstanding.

[@billykohler9153]

Still sounding mighty good.

[@Dogdrum]

Peter Rivera is Mr. Soul Groove personified.

[@beachcomber3036]

MY FIRST CONCERT RARE EARTH ZZ TOP ELF 1973 PORTLAND OREGON

[@davidwhite694]

I have always liked the rare earth the whole band was great I saw them in a bar at brassy's Bar and Lounge in Cocoa Beach Florida for five bucks years ago

[@InterviewingtheLegends]

Peter is the best!!!!!

[@rafaelq.r.deavila2683]

This man is outstanding.

[@k2wo1]

Peter is truly an amazing performer and these musicians are great. Peter is also one of the nicest people you will ever meet. George in FL

[@josephwood499]

The fact that he doesn't even need a drum kit to play great with just a couple of congas, and minimal equipment says a lot about the great musician he is. And he still keeps that great voice. The other musicians are really good as well. I really enjoyed this. Hats off to you Pete!

[@waynemccuen8213]

Still soundin AWESOME.......rock on Pete, fantastic.

[@joearamini8367]

Hoorelbeke you still have it!! Good to hear you honer Tom. Still have fond memories of those days.

[@HarryBeck-k8m]

Sounds awesome I grew up listening to Rare Earth

[@lisaengle6678]

Its so wondérful that Peter has been able to keep his voice. Sounds the same as ever! Love it!

[@MarianoVFR800]

WOW Peter Rivera and friends simply amazing!!!

[@joerockme7485]

Woooooo. Weeeeeee......Smooth......I saw them live !!!!!! Bring back memories 👍😎

[@carlosmejia2284]

Buenisimo, que bien Pete Rivera, Rare Earth, que voz y humildad, que percusion tan sencilla pero excelente trabajo, me ha impresionado ver y escuchar este trio relajado y reviviendo la musica que toco Rare Earth en aquellos tiempos...

[@hudentdw2]

Man God Bless Pete his voice sound as powerful and clean as ever loved Rare Earth!

[@carlosmichal1016]

Peter rivera:algo todavia no inventado...una bateria inagotable de energia...

[@jessstone7486]

How utterly cool is this???!!! Just a groove and a half...Sweet! Three cats on a musical prowl > just hearing Born to Wander re-done this way is top shelf!!!

[@ΚώσταςΚωνσταντόπουλος-η1ξ]

An awesome Peter Rivera...

[@bradcompton33]

What a great trio!! As many have commented, the voice is still there and the songs still are a delight to hear again. Well done!!

[@BryceDAnderson1952]

Peter can still sing his ass off.....OMG!!! TOP NOTCH

[@robbreinerofficial3118]

Greatest Drummer/Vocalist with pure honest rhythm +soul...underrated greatness!!

[@charlyejacob555]

Dios bendiga al este gran músico que como el quedan pocos y gracias por su legado musical y aún con esa energía y potente voz que lo an caracterizado

[@richbumdrop2881]

Spectacular

[@josephwelzenbach7154]

What a great voice after all these years. Rare Earth will never be the same without him.

[@bellbus]

Looks like your still having fun, great sounds has always. I would like to see this show out on a CD. God Bless.

[@vietnamerapatriot2683]

My first band that i liked, Rare Earth, I have listene to Rare Earth In Concert when the album first came out. I went through "2" albums, "3" 8 tracks and 2 CD's, Peter has not lost his voice at all.

[@albertocoimbra9751]

What a trip, huh? Excellent! In each and every aspect. Thank you for this great experience.

[@michaelhaynes6256]

Wow! It was great to hear the hits and newer songs. Great musicians! My compliments!

[@drummingface]

Peter Rivera is indeed Rare Earth! He still nails it! 100%

[@manfredb8551]

Es ist unglaublich was für eine Energie er immer noch hat seine Stimme ist noch der absolute Hammer hab ihn vor fast 50 Jahren das erst mal gehört leider wurde er nie so gewürdigt wie er es wirklich verdient hätte 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@frankbier1690]

Good LORD I miss the 70'S

[@villaacevedo]

Realmente esta era la voz cantante de Rare Earth, la que resonaba, la voz de sus grandes éxitos. This was really the singing voice of Rare Earth, the one that resonated, the voice of their greatest hits. (Jorge Villa, 70 years old). GRACIAS por compartir!!!

[@Dstrbrdgrnd]

Saw him with Mike Pinera and the organist from Sugarloaf and bassist from Cannibal and the Headhunters when they toured as the Rock n Roll all Stars. What a show!!!

[@bobbydale1938]

Wow has the soul and groove )))

[@jessn3312]

Thank you

[@Heisrisin3]

Best voice any drummer ever had!

[@tonyhodge364]

And possibly the best drummer any voice has had :)

[@lynnestamey7272]

OK, he is! In the female side, Karen Carpenter has no peers. No one can compare to Karen.

[@geraldroraback5432]

One of the great voices of rock and roll. Peter is a rock and roll treasure.

[@jamesyoung7103]

Always have so underated.You are M.A.N.

[@tommygarcia7406]

still has the voice. thumbs up.

[@hippopotamus8966]

thanks. beatiful remenber. good music.gift for music.

[@humbertohernandez2349]

When good is good, it is good forever.

[@davidconley4726]

Man, he still sounds great!!! He must really love to perform, it really shows.

[@erickatate7393]

He is still the best ! I loved this !

[@joerockme7485]

SO COOL!!!! LOVE THAT DUDE ! SWEET THANG LOVE HIM TOO !!!!

[@cathygianfalacarriere7174]

Fantastic! Peter Rivera's voice is amazing and he's an amazing Percussionist. Been a huge fan of him since I first heard him sing with Rare Earth in the 1970's. Great to see him in Concert in 2002, 2004 with Classic Rock All Stars and to correspond with him. Such an honor to meet him in 2004 here in Louisiana, and keep in touch with him on Facebook.

[@r.c.4119]

It's unf...ngbelievable how his voice is the same as when I heard those songs for the first time, I was in high school in Cuba and the dictatorship forbid that radio stations play music in English except in a couple of short shows that "coincidentally" fell during class time, and even then thet played maybe 4 songs interspersed with comments about the "evils" of capitalism and how bad it was in the USA. We would skip those classes just to listen to those shows, and Rare Earth was a fixture in them. We didn't know English or the titles so we called "Losing You" like Your lovely face, because it sounded like the starting phrase. Oh man it's so far and hearing him brought all those memories. THAK YOU PETE!!

[@steveel3014]

What a great little ensemble!

[@steveel3014]

Wow! Not to mention the great new tunes!