Grand Funk Railroad-Mark Don & Mel-- Reunion on the horizon?

[@RiverDocs]

Here in the links to Mark Farner and Don Brewer's videos if you haven't watched them. Thanks! Mark Farner kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKG5f6V8asZje7s Don Brewer kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZDUZKWjp9p2m5I

[@paultracy3062]

The reunion would be the biggest event in music, I wish it would happen.

[@RiverDocs]

I feel this way too.

[@dannyreynolds7428]

I grew up on this band . I would like nothing better to see them together one last time . Still hoping.

[@RiverDocs]

Same here man!! Thanks for watching. Appreciate it.

[@tomtruss6312]

Danny, I am the same way… Totally agree

[@larrytrejo1882]

Bring it on grand funk railroad. Would love to see them. Mel and don are back stabers

[@siegfriedangelo3738]

Please let it happen! Set it off differents!

[@georgedefuria9304]

Me to brother I’m keeping my fingers crossed

[@mikekeeler6362]

I would love to see that band back together

[@predragpejakovic9446]

Mark Don and Mel , one of the best rock trio of all time studio and live!

[@johneasler9967]

Farner definitely cares about the fans

[@RiverDocs]

I am pretty sure he does from his interviews. I'm not saying Don and Mel don't but I haven't heard them speak out like Mark does.

[@billiepulera1008]

I cut my teeth on the GFR LIVE album, being a young drummer i spent hours in the basement playing to that album, and yes! without Mark GFR 2022 is nothing more than a tribute band. Marks voice is GFR

[@impalaman9707]

Think about how many rockers of Mark's generation we have lost in the past 5 years. Mountain, Rush, Van Halen and ZZ Top can no longer carry on because Leslie West, Dusty Hill, Neil Peart, and Eddie Van Halen have all passed away. But Mark, Don, and Mel are all still alive and--as far as I know---healthy. Mark has said this in countless interviews--as long as they are all still sucking air---get back together, if for no other reason, but for the fans. You don't know how many years you may have left on this planet, and if the deaths of your own peer group aren't enough to warn you about your own mortality, get it together whilst there are still grains of sand left in the hour glass

[@RiverDocs]

Very true. I have thought about this myself. Thanks for watching.

[@Nicholas211]

Well said I agree.

[@brianherrington7226]

@@RiverDocs Be pretty damn huge. They said Cream never would but they did.

[@mrled8555]

Very well stated. I love the Funk but I am hesitant if they couldn't meet the standard they had set. Sometimes you can't or shouldn't go home again. I am torn. But hey, hell froze over for the Eagles.

[@RiverDocs]

@@mrled8555 Right on about the Eagles. That worked out pretty darn good for them too. Thanks for watching!

[@mikekeeler6362]

Do it like you say they're getting older very fortunate to have the original members still living

[@remusredbone1214]

I’d definitely go see them. I was fortunate enough to see the original three in January 1975 and in 1997 on the Bosnia tour. I’ve see the GFR / 38 Kiss version once, which was a good show, but it didn’t have the magic of “Mark, Don, & Mel”

[@SL-vi4tk]

I saw the trio in 1997 at the Riviera in Chicago. Great concert, not too crowded.

[@beuski6531]

Also saw them in January 75' when they combined the Jacksonville and Winter Park dates and played in Lakeland Florida. THE BEST SHOW I've ever seen! They played Caught In The Act album plus 2 more songs! I'm so lucky to know they recorded "Caught" on that tour that all I have to do is put that album on, turn it up to "11" and I'm there again!!

[@russblack443]

.38 kiss LMAO. The sad thing is that you can't really call it .38 he was on like one album.

[@Randolini]

I would love to see them together again.

[@tomtruss6312]

I would pay some pretty hefty money to go to their concert

[@riccottrell369]

Don refuses Even with a guarantee of 20 million for a US tour. It's no from Don, Mel's as follower ,but just as guilty of stepping Mark's voting rights & voice in the Corporation, he still gets royalties from Phoenix on. He has to give up his rights to the first 6 albums, cuz Terry knew he'd lose, but it could've been tied up in courts for well over 4+ years, the band would've been out of the picture, at their prime. Phoenix which he wrote every song, if any weren't It'd been worse by Don. Then the big ones American band & Shinin on as well all the Girls in the world beware, with tired songs Don & Craig wrote, like Take me, as close to disco that Funk ever played. Mark Promised 2 years & to play with both his solo band and Grand Funk, then Don after partying that Mark rarely does anymore. Not sure if he smokes pot, since he's 72 in Sept. It's now legal in Michigan. I know he quit at one time. Smoking pot, not Grand Funk. I'll give 9 links to the entire story & as long as my software doesn't see any funny business, I'll look at your link. I've watched hundreds of links, had Mark's biography personally signed. Don's wife sent a release for her book about Grand Funk fans.

[@ronaldmiller4999]

Never got the chance to see the original band would love to see them together again.

[@clouddog2393]

Why ? We used to laugh at old 60's groups doing the nightclubs, cabaret and holiday camp circuits in the 70,s . What is the difference ? They,re 50 something years older ,so do you really think they,re be playing their old music with the same enthusiasm that they did then ? Times and People change and those days are gone . The old cynic in me thinks it,s money , boredom and craving attention that is the motivating force behind these reunions . Don,t get me wrong . l still like the bands , still have the albums and still listen to them . But attempts at recreating the past makes me cringe . Nothing wrong with nostalga it,s when it,s used to rake in the dollars that l object too . Look at the Stone , Black Sabbath , Rod Stewart etc .

[@brendaniebel1355]

Amen. Best musicians come from MI.

[@idesofmarch2368]

My first concert ever was GFR around '72. I still have one of their Phoenix frisbees from that event. I'd go in a heartbeat.

[@larryking4819]

Fantastic video, well done.The real GFR. Need to do this for the FANS.

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks you. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@smithjones6315]

Mark has said that he would like to and that he's forgiven them for the contract matter. I guess we'll see if Mel and Don actually give a darn about the fans.

[@JJBolli1]

I've never seen Grand Funk Railroad. I did see the great Mark Farner twice, and had the honor of meeting him and shaking his hand on both occasions. I'm going to see Mel, Don, Bruce and the rest this summer. I'd be overjoyed if the band got back together. Mark has been very optimistic in recent interviews stating they will get back together, but I'm not going to hold my breath.

[@dangroat4438]

I do not blame Mark for feeling the way he does towards them. He basically got hoodwinked out of all future royalties of the Grand Funk catalog. This at a time when he really needed it. NFWF ( No Funk Without Farner )

[@BrewCityRider]

I got goosebumps just thinking about a reunion tour! I think it would be huge! HOF is nuts for not inducting GFR.

[@NoelDGama]

once a GFR fan, always a GFR fan... no doubt.. bring it on babe

[@mathstar4176]

Thanks man, I appreciate what you are saying, I mean it's we the fans internationally who put them where they were in the original band. It would be like a Heavyweight boxing title fight if got back on stage together. Think about the millions of fans.

[@superkunk2]

I saw Mark twice and so called Grand Funk twice. Mark is Grand Funk. You guys were friends way to long to let it end like this.

[@scottarivett496]

Would love to see both another reunion and induction into the hall. Saw them during the reunion in the 90s and it was great. Covered GFR songs in bar bands for many many years.

[@pastorneilmurphy]

Saw the real Grand Funk in 75. I’d definitely go to a reunion show. I’m hoping!!

[@TCgoneCrazee]

Great Video Bro! Always enjoy the Grand Funk stuff.

[@RiverDocs]

Rock on! Thanks for watching!

[@DeanUSAMale]

Don Brewer and Mel Schacher SHOULD apologize to Mark Farner & The FANS... before any GFR can get back together... would love to see Craig Frost join them on the reunion tour (if it ever would happen...)... one more go around for GFR would be truly awesome... maybe even one last album? Could be just enough to finally tip the RRHOF in their favor...

[@RiverDocs]

I too wouldn't mind the keyboard player to round out the sound. Thanks for watching!

[@davidg.9932]

Remember Craig Frost, the unofficial, 4th member of GFR. He played on 6 studio/1 live albums and was with the band '72 - '76.. That's the period when GFR had a majority of their hits. Those four together would be something to see for sure. Craig is Bob Seger's keyboardist recently.

[@deanguando1335]

He is never mentioned - should be.

[@bryanholloway3241]

I've only thought about this for the past 15 years.

[@bryanholloway3241]

Please Guys do it and Make History Again. Thank God at the end of the show for getting the chance to do it.

[@kimmontgomery6671]

I would most certainly be on board the railroad if they would get it rollin' again. I have stayed on board over the years with Mark Farner, cause it's not Grand Funk without him, but I have to say there has never been a more hard rockin' band than when Mark, Don and Mel were jammin' together! I wish they could do it just once more for the fans (while WE are still able to go see 'em!).

[@keithmichaelsnyder78]

I'm from Flint and would fly from where I live on Maui to ANYWHERE the band was playing to see the 3 of them play together..!! I never saw them play (but did see Mark at Atwood Stadium about 10 years ago and he was SUPER) and I really don't WANT to see any more reunion concerts, or 'Old-Farts' try to keep rocking.... EXCEPT for GFRR..!! The #1 Live Stadium Rock Trio EVER... PLEEZE PLAY Again.

[@clydevarner5682]

I live in Flint now. I've lived here for 10 years now and I stay about a mile from that famous bridge on Fenton road. Every time I pass under that bridge, I think about the original Grand Funk. I've been a fan of them since the 70s growing up in B'ham Al. I never got a chance to see them live. And I would love to see them back together again. That would definitely be a historical event for sure.😎💯. I would definitely go wherever and check them out.

[@mikec7176]

I saw them a couple times in their heyday! They were a fantastic band to see live! All three are excellant muscians, And Mark Farner is one HELL of a showman!! Wnen they would bust into foot stompin music, EVERYBODY would be on their feet!! If they did a reunion tour, I would go for sure!!👍

[@smokintee117]

Here’s what I think. For all those years Mark had most of the glory. He was the front man and wrote most of the songs. I think Don is jelloius and will never agree to it.

[@RiverDocs]

That is a good possibility. As I said all we can do is speculate. Thanks for watching!

[@kenprieboy2797]

I saw these guys in the '70's when they were playing the Red Album...I'm tearing up just writing this!....then, I took my two daughter's twice when they were like 10 & 12 years old back in the late 90's in Indianapolis...both times I was so fortunate to get back stage passes and into their dressing room. Mark thought it was just the coolest thing that I brought my daughters to the show. They signed numerous tshirts and even signed my personal vinyl Red Album and and CD....The band I was in during high school and early college days played so many early GFR songs...most of the crowd didn't even know who they were! Lol. I'm 64 year's old and can't even begin to tell you what those three and their music mean to me. I haven't cried this much since my daughter's weddings!! Anyway, we can only pray that they will put everything behind them and give us a performance that we will never forget....thank you so much for this post and I hope I'm sitting next to you during the show!!....Ken

[@raymondmasse5577]

I'm so jealous you had a chance to actually meet them. Outside of Van Halen they were my number 1 listen to in all my vehicles from 8 tracks to cassettes and now cds

[@davidzamora6414]

I would love to see them together along with many. On a personal level, I learned a lot of my past drumming by watching/studying Don's movement behind the set. My 4 most influential drummers were Don Brewer, John Bonham, Peter Criss and Keith Moon. I would be completely in to see what would be both exciting and nostalgic for me to witness a reunion.

[@jeffreyclaiborn5173]

First band I ever saw live in my early teens on the “Shinin On” tour. I’d see them a second time on a meet & greet. 😎

[@paulg9808]

Dolly Parton very politely and in a very classy way turned down the invitation to be inducted into the Rock 'n Roll HOF. Made me admire her even more but that begs the question, how in the world can Dolly Parton be considered for a place in the Rock HOF before Grand Funk??? It's totally ridiculous and how many acts already in there pale in comparison to Mark, Don and Mel. Somehow, some way the fix has to be in and they must have some powerful enemy working behind the scenes to keep them out. Their bonafides speak for themselves and it is totally ridiculous that they have not yet been inducted.

[@RiverDocs]

Well said!

[@sonnyredbull6]

Yessssssss we can only hope and yes I am still alive bought their first album first day it hit the record store in my neighborhood,seen them in concert twice and played a lot of their songs in my band over the years. Sign me up 💵💰 🕊️👍🏻💯

[@milt6208]

I would travel to Phoenix to see them. And pay a couple of hundred to see them. And Mark is Grand Funk Railroad.

[@RiverDocs]

Right on!!

[@milt6208]

@@RiverDocs First time I saw Grand Funk was the night Billie Jean King beat Bobby Riggs. The concert was at at Big Surf in Tempe Arizona. Old high school music. This old fart would love to see'm back together.

[@RiverDocs]

Wow great memory!! Billie Jean King beat Bobby Riggs..I remember that. Cracked me up when you mentioned it lol

[@Mff48]

Absolutely love the style of your uploads......really engaging.I only discovered GFR recently after eddie van halens passing.re visited classic 70s rock to find the guys.instantly loved em.I love Mark and i know he really loves his fans.I just feel that it would be magical if they could put the past behind them and get on that stage.Theyre all still able to do it.Mind,i would have to travell to the states cos i cant see em ever touring in the UK. You guys that have seen em dont know how lucky you all are!!!! Thanks for the great content!

[@RiverDocs]

Well thank you Catherine. I appreciate the kind words. The UK has a good history of its own in producing great rock and roll ;-) Thanks for watching and your comment. Steady on now!

[@mikeking6106]

Saw them at the big festival in Lewisville Texas 2 weeks after Woodstock, they opened up 3 days in a row. I was 16. Rock was never the same again for me. I wouldn't get to go if they played near me again, but it would be very cool just to hear about it.

[@wilmerphilrivera-mercado1241]

For 57 years I am a rock music fan love the grand funk railroad love the to see them back again ✌️

[@newspapertaxis1]

Hmmmm.....Wondering IF they did get back together if they would also include Craig Frost on keyboards Or....... just come as the 3 of them? Even tho Farner does play keys it would add a little more punch...But then again just the 3 of them would be a ass kicking machine......Excuse me but....I'm going to put on a little "Foot stomping" music right now!!!!!!!

[@slappy1956]

Saw Grand Funk at MSG in 1972. Their opening act? "Up all night with Freddie King"

[@williampemberton6220]

Mark has said he would love to do a reunion for the sake of the fans and that the biggest obstacle is the relationship between he and Don.

[@Djjohnreed]

I was so lucky to see the original lineup in 1997 at the Orpheum in Boston. Amazing night. I would love too see one last tour.

[@RiverDocs]

So would I!! Thanks for watcing!

[@davidbarringer4704]

What about Craig Frost?

[@kumarsdad6970]

Time is running out for a lot of us, I would love to see them again. We can hope that it will be soon.

[@reconnsupernaturalsyndicat1493]

Saw all original GFR reunion in the late 90s. I was amazing in Hartford CT. It can and should happen one more time

[@anthonylaporta1986]

as a GFR fan from the beginning i would love to see them together again one more time. being a true fan of their music i have to respect their decision as to weather or not they decide to get together again. i listen to their music from when they were together and also as solo artists. if don & mel want to continue as GFR without mark farner i guess i will live with that and vice versa. at least i can continue getting albums with the name on it.. although it will not be the same. yes i will pay to see them together again one more time as a special treat... this band got me through some tough times in my life through their music and i thank them for that...GRAND FUNK WILL ALWAYS LIVE ON.......

[@perrykalamaras7102]

My favorite band of all time! Love FARNER!!

[@BIGGJIMM55]

growing up I always loved music and then 2 bands opened my eyes (and ears)...both of these bands have a trio still alive and they'd be on my bucket list for sure...GFR and CCR...sad how things have gone but just one show each and I'd die a happy man

[@RiverDocs]

Two of my favorites for sure. I just did a video on Fogerty you might like. If you get time check it out and see what you think. Thanks for watching ! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIrPfZVqa6qZfpY

[@bruceallen6016]

They were once the greatest Rock Band ever! It was devastating when they broke up. People and tastes have changed over the years. I'm afraid GFR is now only a footnote in R&R history. 🙃

[@pookiemartinez5006]

Craig Frost would also be a good addition to widen the sound. GFR. Farner wrote nearly💯 of there originals. Now is the time, do or die. Stay Frosty

[@RiverDocs]

Yes I agree. Craig Frost would be a nice add. Thanks for watching! If you haven't seen them I have a video out on Mark and Don you might enjoy, Mark Farner kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKG5f6V8asZje7s Don Brewer kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZDUZKWjp9p2m5I

[@davidward3122]

I would love to see the original 3 again. Great memories of those concerts we went to. Melissa Ward here.

[@rickphillips4983]

My favorite band of all time! It's hard to get great copies of some of their iconic albums. Reissue them albums along with getting them together again and it would be iconic for us the fans and for GFR and their wallets!

[@derhandtrommler]

All their albums were reissued in 2002. Where were you then ?

[@saulmedrano2013]

I still waiting for Grand Funk Railroad show here in My Town, Tijuana , 🇲🇽🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 never Lost faith 😎🤘🏾i lisent every Say🎸🥁🎸

[@patrickingalls5954]

Any time I have talked with Mark I have never asked him about a reunion or Don and Mel. I just figure that after all these years he must get a little tired of rehashing over and over. He did tell me some about the Terry Knight situation. Mark's peace and contentment with God and his life shows in all he does. So I try not to think badly of Mel and Don just because I hold Mark in such high regards.

[@RiverDocs]

Good to hear from you again. Thanks for the insight. It best to try and not think badly about anyone I agree..we sleep better that way :-) Thanks so much for watching.

[@jeffshepherd6346]

Saw them together at EKU in 72/73, incredible show. I lost my best friend, musician, writer, a couple of years ago & would give anything to get onstage with him one more time. Get this thru to Don & Mel’s heads that this is bigger than any past pettiness. You don’t want the forever empty hole that remains after their gone. Mark has come around to God as have I, it’s way past time for them to have their ‘“Come to Jesus” moment & see how big this picture actually is. Time is short, life is fleeting, don’t let it pass you by.

[@AppleMan531]

I had the pleasure of seeing their last reunion at the Beacon Theater in New York City. That was Amazing! Grand Funk Railroad played Shea Stadium back in the day, and I'm told that they sold it out faster than The Beatles!!!! A Grand Funk Reunion Tour would be something that All people into Rock N Roll would attend. We don't have that many bands left, and a Reunion would be most welcome!!!!

[@jd291]

It would be absolutely astonishing to see them perform together again but I seriously doubt it will ever happen cause some wounds never heal. But I pray it will speaking as a lifelong fan.

[@craigrheberling]

i saw gfr in seattle, in '71. during "time machine", the beat was so intense, it was like you could see it in the room! (and, no, i wasn't even high!)

[@fredfox3851]

Neither band should call themselves Grand Funk. It should be Don & Mel play the music of Grand Funk and they should allow Mark to call his band Mark Farner plays the music of Grand Funk. If the original GFR get together for some touring, they could keep their sidemen and solo bands alive by letting the members form a GFR tribute band. Also I wouldn't mind seeing Craig Frost join the originals for the second half of their set. I hope it happens but I won't hold my breath.

[@RiverDocs]

I agree and wouldn't mind the keyboard player either. I'm not holding my breath either. But like you---- I hope it happens! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@angeliagravely6518]

Just decovered grand funk I love the music and would love to them together again I hope it happens

[@glenkepic3208]

GFR fan since '70 with Hooked On Love from Closer To Home. They played of all things, The San Mateo County Fair in '96 with Mark. Sorta broke, week night and no one to go with so missed it. To me, this was the last chance. its over but hope i'm wrong.

[@krusty6246]

I regretfully missed that show too. I did see the phony GFR show at the fair without Mark a few years after. Not the same energy compared to the original band.

[@tommykirwan6764]

Saw GFR @the PEAK of their Soldout concerts, Old Chgo Amphitheater '71 w/Billy Preston and BloodRock. Ur pretty much Spot On Re a reunion. It'd HAVE TO BE ALL 3 - Mark, Don, & Mel. And it'd be AWESOME!!!! "Are You Ready"?!!!!!💣🎸🥁🎸📢💥⚡💥⚡💥🌋📢

[@RiverDocs]

I am ready!!!! Thanks for watching!

[@summergivens242]

I saw them on this tour with Bloodrock also ! I also saw them on the reunion tour in 1998. I noticed in 1998 the volume wasn't near what it was in 71. It kinda took away some of the effects of their sound. But they were still great both times.

[@tommykirwan6764]

@@summergivens242 Yeah, those were the days, my friend. Nothing is as loud 🔊 or pulsating as it was back then! I'd like to see Mark, Don, and Mel just 1More time before I die!

[@chrispeterson73]

Don't count on the RRHOF to do the right thing. There are so many great bands that still have yet to be inducted like Blue Öyster Cult, Triumph, etc. Not to mention people like Bobby Whitlock that contributed so very much on many artists albums. 🤷‍♂️🤯

[@RiverDocs]

I agree. They have their heads up their asses!

[@markhaus2830]

@@RiverDocs AGREE !

[@notajp]

Seems they would rather cater to the Pop and Rap crowd these days… it’s supposed to be the Rock Hall of Fame, but they appear to keep forgetting that…

[@mrled8555]

Who gives a rip about the hall? John Mayall should have his own wing in that dump and they put in "groups" like the Go Gos? Give me a break.

[@Thataintnothing]

Ted Nugent

[@RR-pv4mc]

There is no Grand Funk Railroad without Mark Farner. And there is not Grand Funk Railroad, without the FANS! Period!! Thank about that, GFR?

[@hopeful-eu1is]

i was17 in 72 when they came to chicago and played at the stockyards with bloodrock how awesome that was

[@stevenhollingsworth733]

The first record I ever bought was called Mark Don and Mel 1969-1971. It would be fantastic to see them together again.

[@coolk3dat754]

I was honored to see them twice 1997-98. The power trio at it's best. . Closer to Home was like a anthem. Selling out Shae Stadium in just 72 hours is evidence of Rock arena at its best. They nearly brought down the stadium with the adulation of fans that were rocking 'n' rolling leaving fear that the the stadium tiers may collapse. What a time. What a band. Grand Funk Railroad were the. People's band. Thee American Band 🇺🇲🇺🇸🇺🇲

[@derhandtrommler]

Mets and Jets fans did the same thing to Shea Stadium. It was never in danger of collapse, it would have been shut down long before it was if that were the case.

[@mkleinschmidt39]

We can only pray for a reunion. I would pay a few hundred.

[@Brandi6666]

New sub here. Grand funk. One of a kind🤘❤️

[@joetamm]

First concert I ever went to was GFRR at Madison Square Garden in Jan 1971, Bloodrock opened and DJ Allison Steele was the MC, still one of the best concerts I ever went to. Bloodrock had a backline of Acoustic Amps and two Leslie 122s stacked. And Grand Funks sale”of West Amps was a sight to behold. During their encore the whole place was shaking and I thought the stadium was gonna collapse. No one does concerts like that any more, sadly. 🇺🇸👮🏻‍♂️🎸

[@williev9267]

I'm 65 starting playing bass when they came out and modeled my sound after Mel deep groove

[@sagency]

Start a petition to get them into the Hall of Fame!

[@lifetimes2983]

I say - BRING IT ON - Grand Funk Railroad live was truly a monster show. I saw them twice. 1st time in the raw as a trio. It was the Black Album Live. and later with the keyboard addition. Memories of the glory days. The songs stand well over time but I would think at their current ages a replay would be a true physical challenge to what I and a few buddies witnessed in the 70's but.... I would definitely be there to see it !!! TIC TOC GUYS

[@dday9257]

It would take a lot of money for Don Brewer to leave his ego at the door.

[@RiverDocs]

Maybe his ego is the reason? I just don't know. But one thing I am sure of is they would make a whole lot more money than they are now. And anything can be bought for the right price. Don can't be that big headed can he?

[@paulceniceros5514]

You're totally right ya know! I felt cheated, as a 14 year old, and seeing them only in still pictures performing with Mark... heaving up his guitar way up in the air, and then catching it... yeah, I was cheated! It looks like Mel, and Donny, turned into... Melvin, and Donald. I'd rather walk with the Turkey's....than to, fly with the Ego's!

[@brendaniebel1355]

Let's hope so. The gf group, deserves so much more.....👍💜 From MI, best bands, are from MI....

[@kirtham6343]

The thing is...I saw Mark play in the Detroit area few years back.....Mark doesn't need the others. That being said I would still love to see them ALL live!!

[@sylviasullo2551]

Graduated high school in 1974 - Grand Funk was the best dance boozy music! I still can’t get enough of their music! Please get back together Mark, Don and Mel, show those who originally screwed you all - that YOU and Your MUSIC is TIMELESS- show the old ass music producers your better than them! ONE MORE TIME!

[@Tom-in8jz]

I was lucky enough to see them at Madison Square garden ,and Shea stadium Awesome with out a doubt the loudest band I ever heard ,love too see them again!

[@kevinpowers9024]

They play in my city on April 2nd. It's a 1500 seat performing arts center and they have sold about half the tickets. I'm sure if it were Mark, Don and Mel, the place would be sold out. Get back together guys. I work at the center so I will see the show for free, but I sure wish Mark was in the band.

[@duece5976]

Hey there are a bunch of us out here that love the Funk and want to see this happen. It would be big. Can't think of any one show I'd like to see more.

[@RiverDocs]

There are a lot of us I'm sure. Thanks for watching!

[@truthdrone7066]

Please do it one more time!!!!!!

[@donsucher7756]

I hope they can pull it together and hit the stage. That would be awesome!

[@russblack443]

My friends motorcycle club used to do security for Grand Funk in the 70's

[@dougd.7689]

I saw them at Shea Stadium and then for the Bosnia concert. I probably would go again if they reformed.

[@HendrixJHE]

If they do work out their differences, they need to get it together and release the full Shea Stadium 1971 video shot by the Maysles Brothers who did the Gimme Shelter movie. I have 40 minutes of the show on my channel, but they need to get that entire video out! They missed an opportunity last July to do it for the 50th anniversary.

[@RiverDocs]

That would be a great idea! Oh dude you got a killer channel. I just browsed thru it and saw you have a video of Frank Marino and Mahogany Rush!! I saw them at a small 2000 seat theater in St Louis one time..They just kicked ass!! I subbed your channel...give me some new stuff to look at tonight :-)

[@tomg5176]

I woke up this morning with a troubled mind about the current issues in the country/world and the lyrics of a GFR song, CREEPIN, bouncing round in my head, for some reason. Put the song on while I got my coffee. Great song. Amazingly accurate/ prophetic, then and now 50 years later. I cant imagine growing up without GFR. Mark played the fairgrounds just a couple miles from the house some years back. I was out of town,besides, it was Mark, not GFR. I couldnt imagine remarrying my ex But it's a no brainier that we collaborate when it comes to the kids even though they're grown. Point is, GFR 1, will never be remembered as solo artists but they will be as a band. 2, they have an obligation to the offspring (the music) that came from their collaboration. To a lesser degree, the fans as well. That's their connection to being remembered. My suggestion would be a couple inline petitions, 1 to RR Hall of Fame and 1 to the band members. Maybe if they see the demand it might just be the kick in the ass they need.

[@RiverDocs]

Well said!! Thanks for your comment and watching!

[@odomirok2]

No, no, and no. No reunion for selfish fans and all their money, no hall of fame for selfish Exects who want a Feather, and no need to reopen that wound that left a nasty scare ! I have been in that place. No "need" to play music with certain people again. It happens at all levels of the business...

[@barrymassey9865]

Not going to happen, I just come from seeing Mark Farner in Nigeria NY, Mark is the talent.

[@edriquez57]

I wouldn’t except an induction from the rock-in roll hall of fame. It’s obvious they don’t appreciate what it takes to be a true professional musician and not just a studio artist.

[@bassb450]

I just last month seen the Don and Mel grand funk tribute band. lol It wasn't bad I must admit, and when they played the songs that Don sang originally you would never know the difference. But I need the original three, not two out of three.

[@barrybechtel4258]

That show would be totally awesome!!!!

[@davidevo2]

As a huge Grand Funk Railroad fan, I really hope this happens! The music world needs this so bad! Lets make it happen! 😀🎸🎹🎼🎵🎶🎤🥁

[@summergivens242]

Somehow Mark Farner would get screwed or tricked into signing some kind of contract taking away everything he ever did that was involved with Grand Funk. They already did a reunion tour back in 1997-98. Let it be....

[@thekeysman1]

plus a reunion in 1981/82 although without Mel

[@GIGMUSIC-o6z]

Would love to see the original line up. And would pay 💰. Saw em in Honolulu in the mid 80’s. Mark Farner and Don Brewer. And an unknown bass player. I think he was from the big island but not sure. I was not happy Mel was not in that line up. He’s one of the bass player greats ..I would go just to see him

[@richardrosner8447]

What do I think? Yeah they should tour for us, who've followed them forever. Just like I personally believe Led Zeppelin owe me for sure, with Jason on drums. I don't really care for the hall of fame, as it's now for the likes of Cool and the Gang. Should be only real rock. Just my 3 cents.

[@RiverDocs]

Thanks for tossing in your 3 coppers :-) and thanks for watching! Appreciate it!

[@ralphstalnecker2449]

A reunion would be absolutely great!! This video is right, the current band IS nothing but a tribute band!! No Farner no Funk!!

[@georgeprice4212]

I’m not sure if it would happen. Mark gets asked all the time about any chance of a reunion and he seems to be open to it, but knows that it’s not going to happen. Don is happy with Kulick being on stage, and Mel is just happy to be out there playing. (And, the Eagles have a great reason for not having Frey there)

[@pmcclaren1]

GOOD NEWS! My high school have our 51st reunion next month. One classmate has done extra well financially; has also made some connexions in his life. Guess who we are having for our Saturday Dance Night? He had 2 choices; Johnny Rivers was already booked. The Mark Farner Band will be here. FAR OUT, Man! Blew my mind when I heard. Have read y'all's wonderful comments. Great memories. Did see them in concert in Memphis in '70. They had it cranked up that night! 'Bad Time (for Fallin' in Love) and CLOSER TO HOME; one of the top Anti-War songs I tell people that our BOOMER GENERATION are the most blessed; grew up with (A) the most Beautiful LADIES (B) The greatest MUSIC ever made & (C) Coolest CARS EVER! I thank our Good LORD everyday for HIS many blessings; GOOD NEWS!! More to come!!!

[@RiverDocs]

Oh wow totally cool!!! That will be a great time. Mark is so good!! Keep us posted on how it goes!

[@pmcclaren1]

@@RiverDocs Will do!! Good to hear from you.

[@billshaw382]

to truly give this reunion the EDGE that it would need, it 'should be' MARK, DON, MEL & CRAIG. Now, would Don Brewer let Max, Tim and Bruce go from his "Tribute Band" ? That to me is the biggest question. Don has said that his "Tribute Band" has been together for allot longer than the Original Band. Another question is whether or not Max, Tim and Bruce are under any kind of 'contract' with Don & Mel, to continue performing as "Grand Funk Railroad"? LASTLY, I too, agree that getting into the R&R Hall of Fame would be the KICK IN THE BUTT that the original band could use to get them back together (along with the MONEY that would go along with it)

[@RiverDocs]

Good points Bill and thanks. Truthfully I think it would all boil down to the money, The ticket prices that Don & Mel and Mark charge aren't very much and the venues aren't that big. No doubt they are making money but if they were to do a comeback tour....They could make that money they make now look like chump change..maybe I'm wrong? But I don't see how it couldn't go big...there has to be some hidden issues here we just can't see. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@bassb450]

@@RiverDocs Like I said before I seen them last month at a invite only at a casino, was told there were 4.000 people and that was about right. If they got back together I don't see them playing to anymore than 8-10K. I don't even think nostalgia would help to draw any more to a venue.

[@RiverDocs]

@@bassb450 right but what about ticket prices? What did it cost to get in to see them at the casio if you don't mind me asking? I saw on the webpage most shows were averaging $35 to $100 a ticket. Thanks!

[@bassb450]

@@RiverDocs Like I said in my reply it was a invite only show for casino members (Mohegan Sun in Connecticut) so no cost to me . It is a 10,000 seat arena and 4,000 people showed up. When I got the notification it said by invite only so I assumed it was a private show for casino members. I then looked on GFR website for their tour dates and that night was not listed so I guess it was truly a private concert.

[@RiverDocs]

@@bassb450 OK cool. I understand now. Hey sounds like a good time especially at no cost. Thanks for the reply bass man appreciate it..