THE FORGOTTEN MASTERPIECE? First time hearing Little River Band It's A Long Way There

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[@lindamcmahan977]

I've said it a hundred times over and again MY GENERATION HAD THE BEST MUSIC WITHOUT A DOUBT WITHOUT QUESTION 💯 % and I am 73 yrs young

[@lilamuzik3385]

Am 78.....and you are right. Arena Rock will never come back at this level. You all who missed it......what a shame!

[@TokyoDan0]

I'm 75 and this is the first time I've heard this and I'm buying a Hi-res version for my hi-res player!

[@joyceellis9722]

67 & I agree.

[@forrhs8430]

NEVER WAS A DOUBT! 70s MUSIC RULED over all other decades of music...NOT EVEN CLOSE!

[@carolrebers6998]

I really believe how we rocked it in the 70's, best music , bands ever!

[@vickieray]

Oh my!! “Cool Change or Lonesome Loser” next 🔥🎶 One of my favorite bands ever!! I have their greatest hits CD in my car! I have worn it out 🥰 So underrated but we appreciate their music so much ♥️🎶

[@Kammitoes]

This song was actually released in 1976, not '67. That said, that was the song my husband and I danced to at our wedding (in Australia). It's wonderful that Americans are discovering our older Aussie music - all the music I grew up with. You guys over there were so disadvantaged not getting any of our stuff. LRB was a great band. Thanks for allowing me to reminisce.

[@cherin6703]

I grew up in the US in the 70's and heard lots of LRB back then. Fantastic band. I didn't know until now that they were Australian.

[@kthor]

LRB had the greatest success in Australia & the US!

[@carihuston8929]

American here, I bought Little River Band in the late ‘70s . Bought it again on CD about 10 years ago. Played it in my truck for about 2 months straight…. EVERY song is superb!!!

[@lyndamck3446]

From my memory, LRB were pretty big in the USA at that time. I saw Glenn Shorrock and Brian Cadd on Saturday. Still great!!

[@dagmar.6954]

This is a great soft rock band from Australia. They had a lot of great hits especially in the 70's-80's such as "Happy Anniversary", "Lady", "Reminiscing", "Cool Change", "Lonesome Loser", "Take It Easy On Me" etc.

[@nancy9891]

So many masterpieces, each one,, Must listen to “Reminiscing” with your wife at your side. Such a romantic fun song. This group is one of a kinf and still loved.

[@martinlepper4522]

@@nancy9891 My personal favorite from this group......we sure had great music back then.

[@Alan-xg3ic]

It's well known in Australia. It had a shorter version for the radio. Always good to hear this long version. I have it in my driving collection. Great reaction by the way.

[@dianegray5164]

That's what I wanted to mention. The single version was an edited masterpiece. Better intro.

[@kevinchalk9481]

One of the most underrated bands of all time. They earned the nickname "Australian Eagles" because of their harmonies and melodies. The rabbit hole for this band is long and extensive, and a fun one to go down. "Lonesome Loser", "Reminiscing", "Cool Change", and "Take It Easy on Me" are a good start. Great reaction!

[@ChuckDrennen]

And "Night Owls"

[@kentnottingham9635]

Underrated? They were unstoppable and were on every radio in the world in their day.

[@garyneilson3075]

Brilliant! Such fine music then.... And this is some of that ' fine'..... & one day soon that world they wanted then is coming and the long way to where I'm goin that "new earth" without tears will be here and we will be there! (1Thess.5 :21, the Bible) til then "make sure of all things, hold fast to what is fine"! (1Thess.5 :21)

[@L0U1SE]

Reminiscing is a great song ❤😊

[@paulmatthews2925]

Fantastic band. Curiosity Killed The Cat, Help Is On It's Way are another two worthy of a mention also.

[@mrj2p]

Their Greatest HIts from the early 80's is really fantastic. If you grew up in the 70s and 80s you definitely knew their music.

[@jacquelinegraves5544]

Little River Band was extremely loved every time they came to St Louis. One of my favorites.

[@gwenlittle8100]

You've described the ambience of the piece perfectly. Growing up in Australia, roadtripping in a vast country in the 80s was the best.

[@troygerencer1620]

Yep , I am 51 but remember listening to bands like this going camping , traveling through the countryside with my Dad in the old Ford Transit van , Good old days , good memories and Great Music that lasts the test of time . 😁🇦🇺

[@JRPackerfan803]

This song came out in 1976 not 1967. But it is one of my favorite jams of all time. It's great to see the song get some well deserved exposure

[@fredschmidt9069]

Agreed

[@TiltBrook]

LRB (outside of Australia) is quite possibly the most underrated band from this era and genre! So many great songs from them! In the early 80s they opened up for the Eagles in America… And the Eagles have stated that they admired them and even listened in on their rehearsals for pointers/advice. This song is no doubt a masterpiece… An epic track to say the absolute least! It truly is one of the greatest songs ever recorded… It’s pretty much perfect… And then some!

[@tomcurtis8431]

I spent the entire month of September 2019 driving all along the eastern seaboard of Australia and while doing so I was completing my journey to photograph all seven continents. I created an amazing playlist that I never strayed from of only artist from Austrailia with Little River Band being my personal favorite. I can’t properly express how great of a time I had and how amazing the Aussies are. I could easily call that place home.

[@Reneesillycar74]

What an epic adventure! Thanks for sharing & the kind words✌🏼🇦🇺

[@tomcurtis8431]

@@Reneesillycar74✌🏻

[@virginiacroce5849]

LRT'S Reminiscing is one of my all-Time faves.

[@vickya8653]

Probably one of my favourites of all time.

[@kristielawrence3574]

Same here. Brings tears to my eyes thinking about it!

[@LoisChisholm]

Sebs, you have found another fabulous rabbit hole to investigate. This band has had a long prolific career.

[@RonnieT44]

I had completely forgotten about this amazing track but i have it, on vinyl, and used to play it constantly on the turntable, back in 1976, when it was released. Just downloaded to my playlist. An unbelievable track. Great reaction.

[@roxanneherrman2107]

Their whole album is BOMB!!!! I bought this album in 1970, and have been singing and rocking it since!!

[@rhondamcbath6279]

My ultimate favorite group!! Your next one has got to be there best one, outta so many!!! ***COOL CHANGE***

[@voxac30withstrat]

Glenn Frey from The Eagles publicly admitted he considered LRB as the best vocal band in the world. he said this at the 1988 Brisbane Expo live concert while he was travelling with LRB. LRBs harmonies during every live concert were as good as they were in the studio. A friend of mine was recording in a studio in London while LRB were in the studio next door. They spent the ENTIRE weekend working on the harmonies for one song. THAT is why they were so good.

[@randybaker6042]

Saw them at two Texxas Jams in the Cotton Bowl in some major lineups. Very tough gig and they were definitely up to the task. The second show they were followed by Billy Thorpe, Joan Jett and The Blackhearts, Pat Travers, Foghat and RUSH. Great band.

[@peterbartels1874]

“I’ll be Home on a Monday” is also track worthy reviewing (similar vibe to Hotel California) - I thing Glen Shorrick is still performing as he had been doing gigs with Russell Morris (if you haven’t listened to some of his work like “The Real Thing” or “Wings of an Eagle” they are a treat) and Jim Keays (Masters Apprentices, another early Aussie band - sadly I think Jim has passed away)

[@Treasacello]

I hadn't heard this song but there were a lot of Little River Band songs that played regularly on my radio when I was growing up.

[@catethemidnightbeader3549]

I graduated high school in 1973...aware of the song at the time and The Little River Band. I checked the song date and it was released in 1976... Great review and good to hear it again. EDIT...I googled the release date, there are recordings from 1975 and an album release by the same name in 1978

[@avlanche7777]

Awesome! I’d actually forgotten about this one from LRB. Great band👍

[@18AcresHomestead]

I grew up listening to Little River Band, they were one of my favorites and I'm with you, I can't believe more people have no idea who they are! Thanks for sharing!

[@catherinehoffpauir6323]

I loved their music in 1975 when I was 19. Today I am in love with their extraordinary talent. On a journey to see and hear what I’ve missed.

[@beachbumsailordude]

If you are a recording artist, especially in a band you know who they are from the lawsuit over the name and the horrific injustice that occurred. But the band had such a great run of amazing records.

[@tedd8055]

When I first heard this group WAY back in the day I was blown away by their harmonies and the tightness as a group. Very underrated, in my opinion. Thank you for bringing back a cool memory.

[@peacepupppy]

Ive known of The Little River Band my whole life and have never heard this song. The songs that i do know are very good as well. Thanks for reacting to less known and underrated bands!!!

[@Mona.555]

Have you listened to the Greatest Hits album?

[@carolynmorrissey1630]

This is my favorite LRB band song. Also, Curiosity Killed The Cat and Happy Anniversary Great reaction ❤❤

[@michaelpickett1460]

Dude, that's classic rock and roll. The real deal man. Music had real feeling and meaning back then.

[@kevinsears7382]

I’m 62. I was 15 years old when I was turned on to this song and album. Still one of my all-time favorite classics. I saw LRB in concert at Red Rocks around 1980 or so. Just a great band with an incredible catalog! Thank you for bringing them back!

[@amandamckee9178]

Oh, man, at Red Rocks!!! How fabulous.

[@donnyl3336]

Was Glen still singing or had John Farnham joined by then. I saw them twice in 83 with Farnham in Vancouver

[@kevinsears7382]

Had to be Glen. I had left Colorado by the time Farnham joined the band in ‘82. I had to do a little research on that one.

[@josephvanchierijr.2486]

A band that was overlooked until after their time. This brings back many memories.

[@mediahound]

My first concert was headlined by LRB at Empire Stadium in Vancouver in 1979, with Sammy Hagar, Rocky Burnett and Firefly opening the outdoor show. It was also my first acid trip. Beautiful sunny afternoon/evening. Amazing memories ❤

[@stevemurrell6167]

Great reaction mate. I saw LRB live in their real early days at a 'Stoned Again' concert in Melbourne in 1976.....and I was totally off my face (stoned again!😄). They played this song. Rick Formosa is the sublime lead guitarist here. What a concert.....jazz fusion band Crossfire was on the bill as well. Fantastic stuff.

[@gotumedia8289]

How lucky was I to be born into this generation. The Little River Band used to play at our Uni annual Ball in Melbourne. One of the great harmony bands of all time. Incredible!

[@jimyoung6271]

Thank you for reminding me how good this song is.

[@allengray5748]

Part II 😁 I was turning 13 when this came out, living on Oahu. A lot going on then. Just pulled out of Vietnam, tons of music and bands and Urethane skateboard wheels was still new!! ☮️

[@photobistro]

I was so lucky to be invited by Little River Band to Sing with them in the early 2000"s at some Casino Shows in mid Wisconsin... It was heaven to preform with them...

[@iankearns774]

That wouldn't have been the real Little River Band, you played with the Little River Band cover band. The Original members were swindled out of the naming rights of the band by band member Glenn Houseden. The real members were Beeb Beebles, Glenn Shorrock and Grahame Gobles. They released an album as BSG in 2002 but nothing since then.

[@TheBrownlj]

Not the real LRB Im afraid, just using their name

[@ejtappan1802]

Just now seeing this reaction. This is one of those bands that I would listen to back in high school. You know, when you have all the time in the world to just throw on your headphones and lounge in the dim light just grooving on some jams. TI'd throw that LP on and just play it cover to cover and then play it all over again.

[@LoriCollis]

Great band! Soundtrack of my childhood!

[@henryromero4835]

After hearing this song and LRB so many times in my high school and college, days from 1976 and later, it was awesome to see him hear this classic for the first time. His reactions and review were perfect

[@jemxs]

Fantastic song, so epic. Still remember driving down the highway to Geelong and passing by the Little River exit.. always so proud of this band.

[@markwilliams7712]

It's a piece of music you could be proud of your entire life. You'd never look back at and feel embarrassed or cringe. Some of the effects might sound dated, but the composition and execution is timeless.

[@tiaelina1090]

Wow you have discovered an amazing Australian soft rock band. They have intense harmonies and great songs, enjoy the rabbit hole. Australia has so many great bands and singers, you need to dive into the artists from down under. Thank you for the reaction from a proud Aussie💕💕

[@MySteamChannel]

I'm an Aussie hard rock fanatic but have always had much respect for the Little River Band - outstanding world class musicians & songs.

[@ddbruno]

First time ever watching a reaction video for the second time. Awesome song and your reaction is identical to mine. How has this song been missed by so many?

[@7777wilson1]

Thanks Sebs 👏👏 Fantastic sound coming over from you so I really enjoyed that masterpiece from LRB - gorgeous sound 🔥

[@peterbulloch4328]

I loved their very first hit " Curiosity Killed The Cat"!

[@pauldalmau9888]

Whilst LRB had an amazing number of great songs, this is by far my favourite! Love Pink Floyd, so this song, as its title suggests, is a great journey and a treat to listen to, like many from PF❤. ... In 1985 I enjoyed a wonderful yachting holday with friends in the Whitsundays, in northern Queensland. I live in the south, in Melbourne. I documented that holiday with my first video camera. Much to the dismay of the friends, it took to 2020, during our covid lockdown, for me to edit it for presentation to the friends. One of the great songs I used in the soundtrack was "It's a Long Way There". I couldn't have found a better song! ... BTW unfortunately Americans (and many others), due to marketing difficulties, were never exposed to numerous gems from many Aussie artists, especially from the 60s to the 80s!

[@jamesbolduc8121]

I GOT TO SEE THEM 2 TIMES AND THEY WERE GREAT IN PERSON

[@SOBIESKI_freedom]

Makes one proud to be Australian. Thanks for the showcase.

[@chrisbarlow3594]

That amazing lead guitar work is Rick Formosa. Short time in the band, but man what an impact! Awesome playing.

[@jarrodrainbow4435]

LRB 'the night owl' too is great. Great music, but the harmonies is what I love

[@stratfanstl]

This song is a masterclass in lead guitar, vocals, recording and engineering. There's a video on YT of a guitarist who plays the entire song to show what was involved. Graham Goble commented on that video and mentioned the guitarist did it in ONE TAKE. BTW, the audio you are listening to sounds like it has some extra processing added for reverb, etc. The original 1975 stereo mix was flawless as it was. I would recommend finding the original and listening to that.

[@lyndamck3446]

From Wikipedia "peaked at #28 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming the band's first top 40 hit in the United States". So the US did know about this song. I saw Glenn Shorrock on Saturdaay, along with b Brian Cadd and they did do some Beatles songs. As soon as the narrator mentioned "a day in the life" I could hear the Beatle's influences on this song.

[@carolcarol3938]

Great Aussie band....stellar harmonies

[@richardcolson8642]

Glad you got to hear some old school music from Australia.

[@stevied3006]

You just listened to one of the greatest tracks of all time and one of the best Australian tracks ever, a true masterpiece. And Ric Formosa on lead guitar, what a legend. Add the harmonies and excellent production and you have a true epic. Long live LRB!

[@budthebusker]

Sleeper Catcher was one of mine fav albums ever !!! Every song was great. Saw them live !!!

[@anahatatutu]

One of my faves. This tune epitomizes so much about the 70s.

[@nrich5127]

I don't know how I missed this one - I take pride in knowing my bands and songs but ... I have to go back and check this out.

[@Marcus-Oh-really-yes]

Never heard this song before! Thanks for requesting it, Spike, and great reaction, Sebs. You should also check out these big Top 10 hits by Little River Band: "Reminiscing" and "Lady" and "Lonesome Loser" and "Cool Change."

[@wayneshapka6622]

Check out Little River Band’s songs: Lady Help is On Its Way Lonesome Loser Cool Change

[@AlexBrown-vx2nt]

The opening is If the Beatles and the Marshall Tucker band had a baby

[@amandamckee9178]

Enjoyed seeing your reaction to LRB!! I remember seeing them in concert when I was in college - they were great!! "Cool Change" is one of my favorite songs by them . . . . and one of my favorite songs!

[@mustangsallie]

I liked LRB when Sherrock was lead singer but really got into them when John Farnham was their lead singer. He eventually left the band and went solo in Australia. I lost track being in the states until a few years ago. Boy what I missed!! His songs are just about all I listen to now. I have John Farnham on your request list but since he only toured solo in Australia, not many in USA know what an amazing singer he is!!! All reactors that have listened to him are blown away. One of the best singers on this earth in my opinion!

[@tiaelina1090]

Totally agree with what you said about John.

[@mustangsallie]

@@tiaelina1090 he’s the greatest singer! His live version of the Beatles song “ Help” just brings me to tears everytime, he’s so amazing! His live CD stays plugged in in my car, need his voice to get me thru. Too bad Sebs hasnt found his way to John’s voice yet but when he does he will be blown away! John Farnham IS The Voice!!

[@CarySmith1968]

I grew up listening to this song, but I have never heard this full-length version before. Thank you for sharing!

[@stephenbirang3488]

Great reaction vid,although i must correct you, this awsome track was released in august of 1976,they formed in 75.

[@troygerencer1620]

Glad see you enjoying the sound our boys put out , they were pretty underestimated for their time .👍🇦🇺

[@SaverioP]

I was fortunate enough to see them up close at a great venue when this was pretty new. They sounded as good live as they did in the studio.

[@denisgately4701]

Hey Linda.....Im 76 and entirely agree. And this was by no means one of LRB's best !

[@kaindog1007]

They got their name from a road sign for the exit to a town called Little River. They were on the Princes Hwy between Melbourne and the city of Geelong.

[@dancloutier284]

Wow, I thought I knew all the Little River Band songs! Very funky! Lonesome Loser is still their best song!

[@mikeadams2677]

Graham Global said they played and recorded this song live in studio.

[@provingdeath1954]

Thanks for the amazing content and videos keep it up

[@allengray5748]

GORGEOUS 💟 BEAUTIFUL SONG 💕 Kevinchalk9481 knows wassup!!! When I got and played their Best Of, about 5 of the songs was " OHHH That's these guys"!!!! Awesome Reaction and Channel!! Peace 🕊️☮️♾️😎

[@nobodysbusiness566]

They were huge here in Australia back in the 70's with hit after hit, honestly all of thier music is so good, check out some of their other stuff mate.

[@tassherb]

One of the great harmony bands, up there with CSN&Y, the Eagles, the Hollies, the Beach Boys, any of them. Shorrock, Goble & Birtles' voices blended magnificently. This song was edited down to single length and became LRB's breakthrough hit in the USA in 1977. Here is a live performance of the song from 1975: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4rMmqlteddgmaM

[@classicaustralianmusicandf7425]

Saw Glen last year still rocking, great music great times.

[@cindydegraaff5083]

Love them, although in our house they were called the Little Rubber Band because my younger sister misheard the name. Favorite songs: Reminiscing, Cool Change, Lady.

[@WendyBono-um7kv]

Blindfaith "Can't find my way home." It really has that late 60s vibe. You should give it a listen.

[@joannesloan5640]

Great memories when I was growing up. These LRB songs my Dad played on a sunday morning on the pioneer stereo with giant speakers or in the car on a Sunday drive.

[@andreasoice5905]

How have I never heard this one! Cool change is my favorite. Lonesome Loser the most played in my childhood. They were a must on your journey.💖

[@geofftague4417]

Seen them live in Sydney 1978 lol! No Words

[@sckiwidevil7822]

Huge band down under. Remember them well.

[@terryjohinke8065]

Best band Australia produced - most fro my very neighbourhood. Brilliant voacals. I know some om them persoanally. All Gracious men.

[@sharonchaput9705]

Great band! Thete are so many great songs by them : Cool Change, Take it Easy on Me, Lady, Reminiscing, Help is on the Way, Take it Easy on Me etc.

[@joesutherland225]

They have an incredible stable of songs great players great writing good old days.they did quite well in the day stadiums and suchlike

[@quentenjones3626]

This line-up of the LRB created some very fine music. As you noted, Sebs, they are all master musicians, and those that are still alive I believe are still performing where they can. A shout out to Ric Formosa for his play on lead through this song. I am so glad the band let him noodle throughout the whole song, certainly gave this tune a phenomenal feel. By the way, Ric's lead was the only take for that song.

[@markr9730]

It didn't get a lot of plays on most radio stations because it was too long. They had more commercially successful songs, but this was hands down their best work.

[@cheebawobanu]

Amazing debut for a group of men that were considering giving up music. And I maintain there will never be another debut track on a debut album that will top this.

[@PamHarries]

I went to a concert in Sydney in the 70s ... warm up was Santana ... 2nd band Fleetwood Mac .... Main gig Little River band .... so good listening to 40K peoples voices dropping down on you

[@Skeeter123]

Masterpiece of a song 🎵 ✨️ 🔥

[@narindaovens8410]

Omg I have been waiting for someone to do thus, my fav LRB

[@heatherrohde6541]

I've always loved Little River Band, but I've never heard this song. It reminds me of CSNY.❤

[@moshly64]

The reason is simple, in the 70->90's, US radio stations had a glut of great US & UK artists to choose from and only so much air time per day. This made it very difficult to get airtime in the US. Most Australian artists that tried to make it in the US had limited success & came home, or then tried the UK market with a slightly better success rate.

[@bradpyles5322]

Firefall is another band that needs to be noted. The song Mexico will make you drive too fast. Its basically a guitar lead all the way through with great horns. Also Cinderella is a great tune

[@PJ-wm9nq]

I've got this on 7" vinyl...rare back in the day was that they kept the full version on just one side. 1975 by the way.

[@rockerctereo2851]

Dude luv your channel.❤

[@stanleymerritt4722]

I had this album when i was younger and I had TOTALLY FORGOTTEN how good this song really is. Thanks !! for reminding me.