Southern Sons | Waiting For That Train | 1991 | Reaction

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[@orlielf]

Love them doing “hold me in your arms” great ballad

[@lovemyrainydays]

Cool! Jack Jones, the singer, performed with John Farnham's band for quite awhile - and coincidentally sounds similar enough to him that most of my friends and I think of him as a "baby Farnsey"

[@aries898]

There was a commercial on the tv back in the 90’s with jack Jones singing (not on screen) and I used to think it was John Farnham 🤣 can’t remember the ad though 🤦🏼‍♀️ (not the Qantas ad though as he’s seen in that one)

[@aries898]

Search D-Gen ‘23R 5-in-a-row’ - the person singing the farnsy part is jack Jones (although it’s rob sitch dressed as farnsy 🤣)

[@theghost6412]

He was always referred to as John's Love Child for that reason.

[@taniaPBear]

They had a song 'Hold Me In Your Arms', I think it may have been their first single, and everyone thought it was John Farnham. No one can be John of course, but this guy was about as close as I've ever heard, even John thought so. I forgot about this song, great reaction.

[@JoSedunary]

Irwin Thomas (aka Jack Jones) the lead vocalist here , was a member of Farnsy's band for a spell... John often referred to him as his 'son'... their voices were very similar and Irwin is still killing it playing gigs today. Southern Sons was a fantastic band - the guitarist Phil Buckle also played in Farnham's band and co wrote a heap of his songs.... talented bunch for sure...

[@robertfamularo4997]

Jack Jones was discovered by John Farnham and he took the band under his wings as his support act on at least one of his tours. As others have said, Jack then played guitar in John's band for a bit (although Brett Garsed was his main guitarist- he's the Rambo look-alike).

[@suave-rider]

JJ sounds a fair bit like JF

[@stevelees6225]

Jack was not discovered by John Farnham. He played in a Van Halen cover band in Melbourne called Hans Valen, with Southern Sons drummer Virgil Donatti. It was Virgil's suggestion to bring Jack Jones into THE STATE as they were then known, and on doing so renamed the band to Southern Sons. The rest as they say, is History.

[@blueenglishstaffybreeder6956]

I always said Jack Jones was an underrated vocalist, his voice is very similar to John Farnham, he had a couple of beautiful love songs too

[@bobarris]

I was just thinking king about it is almost like he was borrowing some of J Farnham's sounds.

[@stevelees6225]

Dude, you have yet to put the pieces together! The singer here is Jack Jones (real name Irwin Thomas), amazing singer, and an even more amazing guitarist. Jack Jones and Michael Paynter whom you have also reviewed, both say JOHN FARNHAM is their singing idol/God etc. They both sound very similar to John Farnham, all three are incredible singers.

[@garypeterson8394]

Hey Nick, Thanks for reacting to my rrequest mate. Their a great band for sure and even better live.

[@tabithascoot]

Thank you for suggesting! I loved Southern Sons. I hear the 'hits' from them occasionally but I forgot this song. I really need to get this album again.

[@GENX.80SGIRL]

Looveeed southern sons/Jack Jones bk then & still love them today... saw them live NYE 1989/1990 and I was in the front row & jacks voice blew me away.. He's incredible!!! He has actually joined noiseworks now & they are touring the country atm..

[@jasonandbelindajordan5044]

Oh love these guys, try " hold me in your arms" Jack is just such a soothing voice, blast from my past high school years, so they hold a special place in my heart, along with Tina Arena, Jimmy Barnes, Johnny Diesel, and Johnny Farnham of course!, loving your reactions oo n.a. to our Aussie favorites, keep up the great work 👍👍🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰😘

[@simplrhealthctf]

It’s coming. We’ve sent a live clip Of Jack doing that recently for review. Long overdue. Most of the guys reviewed on this page look up to Jack as a hero. Let the world finally hear it I say 😎

[@jasonandbelindajordan5044]

@@simplrhealthctf I'm so happy you have requested this song, blast from my past, love this song and " Jack Jones " just was a " dream boat" for us late 70's girls lol

[@jeanetteosborn8498]

Awwww bringing back so many memories. I loved this group, but sadly forgot about them. Thanks for the reminder. So many songs I’m re hearing and adding to my playlist once again.

[@fionafenner4582]

Ditto!

[@wesley78au]

This band is one of the few that don't have thier whole albums added. Four songs from the self titled album. Heart in danger has probably been my number 1 of all time, grade 6 I sung this piece of aussie history infront of class lol.

[@kdavies3105]

Check out "Hold Me in your arms", "Heart in Danger" & "You were there".

[@dee-smart]

was an Australian rock band, formed in Melbourne, Victoria in 1989 by members of The State along with lead vocalist and guitarist Irwin Thomas, who was then using the stage name Jack Jones. They are best known for their Australian top ten hits "Heart in Danger", "Hold Me in Your Arms", and "You Were There". en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Southern_Sons

[@davidbarrett8058]

The drummer is Virgil Donati. Had the reputation as being one of the quickest drummers in the world. CO wrote most of the bands music .... most of which didn;t feature drums

[@venderstrat]

He's like a tall Tom Cruise with talent.

[@johnfowler7547]

Just wait till you hear them sing "Heart in Danger".... or for the slower Ballad, "Hold me in your arms"

[@jgsheehan8810]

Jack Jones is a staple in the Beatles tribute shows at the Sydney Opera House with Orchestra. He is such a great singer.

[@lyndamac1058]

I was a bit of a groupie with Southern Sons and got to know them. We were always let back stage.. Down stairs in the Grain store, motels rooms at Village Green and Manhattan.. That's where I saw John Farnham cos he was a mentor to them. If you listen to Jack he sometimes sounds like John. All great guys ( except Pete.. glad he left the group lol )

[@travbigsav]

I have no idea why someone would request this song to get a reaction to Southern Son's & Jack Jones. "You were there" & "Hold me in your arms" are much better demonstration of his ability

[@kanesanders6669]

Amazing band, very strange request.

[@duckoes1]

I think this was a great request! It features the band's musicianship and their pop sensibilities on the one track. Great review. Killer band.

[@travbigsav]

@@duckoes1 I am not disagreeing with what you have said however, I have never considered Southern Suns to be a Pop band but would better known for producing Power Ballards.

[@shazmel1]

Totally agree

[@nikkiJ5727]

My number 1 favourite song by southern sons would have to be Always and ever. Other favourites are: Hold me in your arms, You were there, Heart in danger. Not only was Jack Jones at one point, apart of Australian singer John farnham's band as lead vocalist and lead guitarist, but he also performed with another extremely talented Australian singer Rick Price

[@jules58au]

Jack Jones is a brilliant singer and not unlike John Farnham. I remember he used to do spoofs of John singing on TV and I believe the closest sounding to John that I have heard. Hold me in your arms brings out his voice so well. This band is so underestimated but truly impressive.

[@trevorhowat9271]

Yep it could be hard to tell them apart at times if we’re just listening. Saw SS with Jack Jones as a support act to John Farnham.

[@jules58au]

@@trevorhowat9271 Now, that would have been awesome. I'd say you had the best of both worlds with that concert. Sometimes looking back makes you realise that it was "a moment" but at that time you probably didn't realise just how significant it would be in the passage of time!👍

[@susanstavrou4232]

Jack Jones backed up John Farnham in his whispering Jack album, great artist, also went out with our Aussie actress Rebecca Gibney

[@justlinsu]

I get so excited every time I see you 'Reacting' to another Aussie artist. You sir are an educator. In as much as you often make people see things from a different perspective. keep them coming Dominic.

[@briangill4000]

You might remember the lead singer guitarist from The John Farnham band. He definitely paid attention to John and has some of the same techniques. Some parts you can close your eyes and even hear John. Big compliment obviously

[@EbuGamer1]

Wow southern sons lol. We are digging down in Australia man.

[@leannemayor5755]

When I first heard jack jones he sounded like John Farnham his ballads are even closer to John . Jack was so sexy lol

[@becm2136]

What a great song! I've never heard that but have always loved Jack/Irwin's voice. So pleased he's still touring and sounding just as good 👍

[@tabithascoot]

Comedian group D-Generation used Jack for a spoof parody of john farnham! Southern Sons was a wonderful band.

[@eloisemitchell8393]

Jack Jones aka Irwin Thomas is a New Yorker originally I believe....

[@btchong2937]

Definitely would have thought these three would be the better showcase: "Always and Ever", "Heart in Danger" or "Hold me in your arms".

[@shazmel1]

Agree 👍🏼👍🏼

[@diotribe]

Jack Jones aka Irwin Thomas is an amazing guitarist as well, he played with John Farnham in some concerts and also Kylie Minogue in the mid/late 90s. I was at a Kylie concert, she was great and Hot.. but I watched Jack for most of the night.

[@emilymcpaul4204]

Jack Jones is the stage name of Irwin Thomas. Close your eyes and you would think you're listening to Farnsey. He is amazing!

[@charlescraig8994]

Although is not obvious here, their drummer Virgil Donati, is one of the great drummers of all time

[@shazmel1]

Absolutely

[@lizmancini9899]

You have to listen to his other tracks ,always and forever that song really high lights his voice…plzzzzzzz

[@tomwareham7944]

Another Australian great singer he has some beautiful love songs in his repertoire JackJones is featured in John Farnham's band on some of his concerts also a great guitarist

[@beedee9236]

They have lots of great songs like the one mentioned hold me in your arms and heart in danger

[@thegallantsaint2034]

Jack Jones is a good guitarist too. Sweet solo.

[@muzzyahoy1489]

They were actually a band called “The State” prior to being Southern Sons, and Phil Buckle, the guitarist was their singer, but didn’t want to be a front man. At their audition for singers when they were forming the band, Jack Jones, aka Irwin Thomas, showed up as a 14 year old. Obviously he was too young, but had him join at 19, after The State had already had two ep’s (I believe). The band broke up after two albums as the rest of the band really wanted nothing to do with the pop world they were in and were happy writing and being session musicians. Virgil Donati , the drummer, is one of the world’s most renowned drummers still, Phil co-wrote a lot of songs with John Farnham, and Jack has gone on to still perform solo today.

[@stevelees6225]

Southern Sons had three albums actually, ZONE was their third and it went mostly unnoticed as the band had split by the time of it's release. It is however an excellent album with a few killer tunes, including one where they are joined by Colin Hay from Men At Work. Worth checking out if you can find a copy.

[@simplrhealthctf]

@@stevelees6225 zone was their best. Some of jacks best guitar work on that album too.

[@stevelees6225]

@@simplrhealthctf Can't argue that, it was all Jack for the most part.

[@tonyrowe9612]

as i said in a comment a few posts ago.... You have only Scratched the surface when it comes to AUSTRALIAN ARTISTS - "ENJOY"

[@DavidHands]

Wow. This is an old wild card. Anyone remember Mantisa?😆 No, but seriously at some point we are going to have to bring Baby Animals into the conversation peeps.

[@georgeibrahim7945]

Jacks voice reminds me of Johns voice so much.

[@moniquem783]

I was wondering how long it would take you to discover them. Lots more brilliant songs by them to check out. Lots of people say Jack Jones (Irwin Thomas) sounds just like John Farnham and they can’t tell the difference. I’ve always been able to tell the difference immediately, but I do understand why they say that. There are similarities for sure. I think a factor in that opinion becoming so widespread was that Irwin impersonated John on a comedy track called 5 in a row by D Generation, and he did a pretty damn good job of it. There’s a video of it on KZbin if you want to check it out. I just watched it and I still know all of the words which is a bit scary 😂😂

[@strongy76]

Another great Aussie band, not sure where they disappeared to to be honest. Jack jones was often compared to John Farnham and if memory serves me correct I think Farnham discovered jack jones.

[@KyleCartner]

Lead me to Water...do that one next ;)

[@BELTED007]

Jack Jones lovechild of farnsy I reckon 🤣

[@eloisemitchell8393]

Check them out doing Foxy Lady live....amazing! If you liked the guitar work in this...you'll love Foxy Lady.

[@leandabee]

At the time he was said to be the next John Farnham, because of similarity of voice. Sorry, that's just not happening 😅🤭. Loved Jack and Southern Sons though 💕

[@tylerhackner9731]

👍

[@PeninsulaDroneography2024]

Jack Jones, often said to sound very much like John Farnham at times.

[@royferntorp3575]

Gotta do Hearts In danger

[@lloydsmith9262]

you should try heart in danger, if you like this one

[@-sandman4605]

😎🤘

[@poppsy69]

Lookup there first song heart in danger, I have a live version on my channel

[@veddyveddygood]

oh man I haven't listened to that song for 30 yrs. Takes me back to my childhood.

[@stephenbembridge9118]

a VERY SIMILAR VOICE TO JOHN FARNHAM

[@scattysafari7742]

Mate, someone really needs to send you an encyclopedia of Australian Rock at this point. I think I might see if I can do it. You could look in an instance to see how incestuous the Aus music scene is & how everyone knows everyone else.

[@susanstavrou4232]

Samevguy

[@smudgezoe]

Not a good song to showcase his voice