Russell Morris - "Real thing"

Russell Morris sings his biggest hit at Capers in Melbourne, Australia, Sept 2007. Another Aussie rock legend!See more at www.aussierocklegends.com

[@scooters47]

Russell Morris is the Real Thing. Real Aussie bloke.

[@cmikex2]

These Old Rockers have still got it. They can show the youngsters how to do it

[@heatherfoster4154]

Another classic Australian performer that is not given enough recognition. Those that do not acknowleadge his talent will be sorry when he is gone.

[@chrishill6276]

My son was named after him. Prolly plenty others. Is that enough for you

[@wrxelectra]

Im lucky enough to actually know Russell and his family. He is a true gentleman with a fantastic family and to be able to see him perform like this in this quality is a true show of his tallent. I take my hat off to you Russell.

[@michaelturner3993]

Once in a while I come back hear to watch this video and every time I watch it I still get blown away with this trio playing this version WOW!

[@Pjaypt]

Two guitars and simple drums... Superb!

[@eiclanlan2854]

The power of a three piece band playing a truly iconic Australian classic. The adage about a fine wine was never so true,so much better with age or is it me as I get old.

[@malstarkey8228]

how can percussion, 2 acoustic guitars & 3 vocalists sound so good? Because they (1 in particular) are LEGENDS, that's why

[@evelinahodges7002]

Happy to be there in the late 60's even better still to hear (and still remember) it today!! This man captivates me! I would love to see him live one day! (*_*) This man captivates me! I would love to see him live one day! (*_*)

[@MERVskilton]

That's what I call the Real Thing.. an Aussie Rock Legend

[@nazztube]

That was beautiful

[@heatherfoster4154]

WOW I am so thrilled to see so many Russell Morris fans out there. I thought I was one of a rare few.

[@carolynluxford5035]

Love Real Thing

[@tonybarfridge4369]

Heather Foster i think all of Australia knew of him by the time he left. It's just that in all those years there's no new material. At least nothing of note.

[@ciscodiablo]

Russel is as good today as he ever was. Saw him live at Sounds of Rock Bundaberg last Saturday. He and his band were the best.

[@angeladeinnocentis5699]

Loved this song

[@khanno01]

I loved the 1969 version of this song, but this is much better. Mate he's great live!!!!!! The acustic guitar work is amazing!!! Knock your socks off stuff.

[@MySusiB]

You still are the real thing Russell Morris ~

[@linolion]

Wow. I love this song even more.

[@mikejones-go8vz]

man you aussies are magnificent! one of the greats,how come we kiwis didn't claim him? love you all x

[@henleyable]

haha cmu!

[@wombatlover2796]

After Steve Smith and the underarm of Trevor Chappel can I become a kiwi?? In fact, I have officially asked for political asylum in AOTEAROA.. Bros!!!

[@kevinlowe5272]

More than a true Aussie Legend..... This man really paved the way for more expressionalist type music in a time that was very young in this country...

[@SpartanWarrior1959]

Russell Morris - "The Real Thing" an Aussie Legend

[@PeterElla]

absolutely amazing 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@brentreddin6290]

some artists lose it with age but this guy sounds even better! Love it

[@jwheat65]

Absolutely fabulous! The talent, the sound, the voice, It just gets better with age!

[@ADRIAN-fb9xj]

Considering it was Such an Epic Song back in '69 they did an Excellent Job with just a 3 Piece Acoustic set up. Very Good Indeed.

[@carolebarker2195]

Bloody fantastic! I love the way the song draws you in.

[@f7ipper]

Seeing Russell brought to tears by Peter Robinson's crescendo confirms that he IS the Real Thing.

[@endeavouringit]

You are the real thing alright, just brilliant !!!!! I LOVE YA RUSS. Love your voice and talent

[@mackb909]

WOW! Still can hit the notes and play the guitar!! This song is psychedelic- soul revealing/expanding- in the best sense!

[@Ken_James_SV]

Well done russel keep it up. Cheers mate

[@mddawson1]

Truly awesome, he's still got it after all these years.

[@peterdonelly]

He's a real aussie talent this man.

[@undignifiedable]

I can clearly remember being 12 years old in 1969 when this came on the radio, and listening transfixed..

[@tylynch2032]

Have seen him twice a true Aussie legend

[@cathywelfare4162]

He just gets better and better. Love him!

[@henrymichal8522]

Saw Russell Morris in Adelaide just 2 weeks ago....still awesome

[@misslantana52]

This man captivates me! I would love to see him live one day! (*_*)

[@ultrasuite]

still ROCKS!!!!

[@cathycastleton]

we need to see more of you russell............

[@seaeagles64]

just had a nice walk down to Tasmanias Shipsterns Bluff today.. Ive been there 7 times.. always walk away gobsmacked .. Im a massive Russell morris fan.. this song always enters my head when I'm there.. Great song Great Place.. Thanks Russell.. I feel like I owe you so much for the music.. Love you mate.

[@Dancardash14]

Wow, thanks for the close ups!! Love it, who couldn't love it? Rusty's the best ever.

[@bestywins]

Awesome,,,,thx for posting this classic,,,much appreciated,,,,,,,,it still rocks and rocks and rocks

[@johnjohnson4628]

In the early 70s performed this classic with band Soul Survivors at gigs on Far North Coast (Byron Bay, Ballina). Played at top volume so much that at one pub, we were shut down -literally - pub owner pulled the switch on all amps!!! Still love this song after countless times playing and listening to it.

[@debbdoes69]

Russell is The Real Thing xx

[@SunFlower3Happy]

Real Revival of Seventies Superb Songs, Nother Nice Number. Explosive Entertainment.

[@russellfinney1527]

Happy to be there in the late 60's even better still to hear (and still remember) it today!!

[@heatherfoster4154]

+Russell Finney I was only a little skidder then but I remember him with passion and still do today.

[@strewthtomusic]

Great song, love it Mr. Morris

[@tylynch2032]

Love it

[@AGRADEMECHANIC]

Hi Russell from your "consulting" Motor Mechanic at Dinner Plain Hotel near Mt Hotham in Victoria about 10 years ago, re your Mercedes. The "Real Thing" song of yours has helped keep me almost sane all these years. You are listed with the "Greats". Bernie & Leonie

[@TrickBroughton]

Pete Robinson from Electric Mary on the guitars, He's really gettin' around these days. The talent on that stage is mind-blowing.

[@sharonsheehy3128]

Oh he is from the land of oz I knew that Rachel was my favourite song growing up named my daughter after the song. Russell has still got what it takes.

[@samurai5454]

Such an epic ending!!!!

[@heatherfoster4154]

We (hubby and I) are going to see "Black Sabbath" in March in Sydney but we are are very open minded in our Musical Tastes. BUT Man oh Man listen to the guitar work at the end of this track. How talented are these performer's? And no Computer's to mix in this music. With an 18 year old that is heavily into Music of all types (including Pink Floyd, Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, Budgie, David Bowie and the list goes on as we are older parent's. This is just such a typical example of "True Raw Talent from the early day's of true talent. Loving every minute of it.

[@ellalord9705]

Wow ...brilliant

[@pbritten1]

a legend!!!!! russ so awesome 35 years down the track still so good!

[@deanpd3402]

+Peter Britten Might just correct your math if I may. It is 46 years since this track was released.

[@peterdonelly]

Actually, Russell said on the night that I am the walrus was an influence in the song. Totally original none the less.

[@WAMAGPIE]

September 2016... awesome!

[@julie-annwyatt2007]

omg still sooooooooooo good brings back a lot of memories

[@bullsnutsoz]

I really love the acoustic geetars; anyone else?

[@OzzGirlx]

Hey Bull.. I heard a little story about this song yrs ago, im still not sure if theres any truth to it, but hey, its a good one none the less... - I heard while he was making the original recording in the studio,(back in the day) - ill have to look that up 4 u.... Anywayz, story goes,.. he (Russel was tripping on either shrooms or acid at the time of recording).- So now the song is almost complete and ready to fade out.... except,,,,,, Russ keeps going!. lol He keeps on singing...."i-am--'REAL-THING', oooh ma ma ma ohh ma ma ma ma and so on.He kept this up with the help of his band for at least another 12minutes. Of course the added 12mins didnt make it on the record, but Dang, if that story is even remotely true, he would of been a blast to hang with. True Aussie m8. This story is around 25 yrs old or more.. (or at least thats when ( i ) 1st heard this story about Russel & 'The Real Thing'!! Tell me if u've heard a similar story, Bull !! :) .. Cheers Leena

[@bullsnutsoz]

Leena Beleese Nuh never heard that before; buts not surprising. I recal the days real clear now; not so much then heheheheeh

[@OzzGirlx]

aaaaahehehehe funny bout that Bull!! And i agree witchu about (back in the day).. i was there too... {i think}. I remember more stories now, than when i was actually there.... omg i just confused myself aahaha. Anywayz, i think u get my drift! i get where YOU'RE commin' from so thats a start :). Talk 2 ya L8er m8

[@bullsnutsoz]

Things happened them days; we were young; never really knew the consequences.We are all forgiven. my name is danal boone.

[@debbdoes69]

Russell is simply the best

[@debbdoes69]

Wow I am going to make sure that the next time Russell comes to Brissie I will be there

[@oztoob]

This was written for him by Johnny Young from Young Talent Time.

[@darylparker9028]

aussie rock rules.

[@Floppyblondehair]

As fresh as the original from '69 ........if not better

[@joannetucker8769]

So much better live

[@SmileyCrossbones]

oh noes, wish I'd known at the time, I would have gone to see them :(

[@RODWESCOMBE]

The true composer of this song drew heavily from the Donovan hit "Hurdy Gurdy Man".

[@Isabelle1956]

Strange then that Russel did also the cover of I am the walrus ... no doubt they all love the beatles and got them as a shock in the 60'... anyway, his real thing sounds more than pure aussie Rock with melb' blues influences ...

[@everyonelovesbutters]

omg i couldnt beleive ghow much this shat over the original vidio clip version.. I am the real... thing!

[@theoldgalah]

I humbly apologize.You are quite right.Just a typo and i posted without re reading.

[@aussiemalaka]

What a voice....better than his original IMO

[@debbdoes69]

Well I did say when Russell comes to Brisbane I was going to see hi

[@peterdonelly]

Me!

[@owyagarnmate]

I love this song but I can't work out the lyrics from 3:29 onwards ?... I'm struggling and if anyone can help it would be great...

[@Isabelle1956]

I am the Walrus ? the vibrations sent are more than totally different ... closer to the zen's aum ...

[@TecomaCowboy]

noice

[@Floppyblondehair]

May be missing something .. What year is this ? ( soryy DUHHH if if it missed something) He sounds even better the the '69 original ( oh what happened to the hair ? ) :- ) ROCK ON RUSS !!!

[@nazztube]

Brilliant ~ simnply brilliant and this was no based on anything other tan Down Under ANZAC music

[@theoldgalah]

Actually it was written for Robbie Burns

[@dogxhot]

I think you will find striking similarities in the chord progressions of Real Thing and Walrus. My guess is Mr Young just strummed the chords to Walrus and and came up with this -Ok the melody is not exactly the same but the feel and chords are Doesn't mean it isn't a good song

[@theoldgalah]

Good song,great song but I wish Brian Cadd was there in the Background

[@AussieSong]

unreal Orange Peel

[@debbdoes69]

@Deb Hampton Him well I will be seeing him on the 18th of January

[@tonybarfridge4369]

Why is his proboscis attached to the mike

[@peterdonelly]

A lot of singers do that. I do. lol

[@Lieu3C4]

A modern rendition the background awareness of which clearly sounds distorted of original intent by later accretions and favoured strategisms of latter day murder group systemologists, albeit one's I reccognize as Australian. (BTW, is this Russel Morris or just one of an on-going series of body doubles?)

[@Rob_eight10media]

er... you mean Ronnie Burns ..it was also produced by Molly Meldrum

[@dogxhot]

This is obviously based on the beatles I am the walrus - wonder if there was every legal action taken

[@sharonsheehy3128]

Is he from new zealand

[@rhondacashmore9640]

Australia

[@dots1958]

?????

[@bigred8438]

I guess if the song written by one person (jonny young) and produced by another (molly meldrum and sayer) then the brilliance is muddied a little and more than one person should recieve accolades.

[@peterdonelly]

(-:

[@sunnymarchflymcgee]

Fuck...this guy can still sing. Want to draw a relevant comparison? Look up a video of your current eric burdon

[@gigedit]

Needs more phaser... not as good as it once was.