Reaction To Jesus Christ Superstar | Gethsemane (I Only Want to Say) THE WOLF HUNTERZ REACTIONS

[@graziacagna7223]

I saw this MASTERPIECE at least 100 times, and everytime chills everywhere

[@zannebrazeau]

ted neeley's version will always be my fav and he was 30 when he did the movie in 1973 and continued playin jesus onstage til was 67 in 2010 l had a crush on him after seein the movie and his voice be amazin

[@suemoore6445]

He’s still performing JCS to sold out shows every fall in Europe. Only missed 1 year during COVID. Interestingly enough, he does several sold out shows in Rome. He hasn’t performed live in the U.S. in quite a few years. He has Meet and Greets at many movie theaters all over America, before the showing of the film.

[@bigg7047]

Fantastic voice..

[@brendabatt6874]

My mom saw him perform this on stage in the 70s. I took her to see him again in 2010. We were second row. He had us both in tears during this song.

[@rianvandenhoof4124]

I`ve seen this movie 50 years ago, I was 12. His voice is the start of my love for rock and even symphonic rock...... like Nightwish and Tommy Johansson......... I`m not religious but still this is an excelent movie that inspires me.

[@derkabronen]

that note at 4:19 was improvised by Ian Gilliam, and since then, it became the mesura to prove you are a singer

[@djinx296]

1973 version is the only one that matters imo. Judas (Carl Anderson) is also a walking singing masterpiece. Yvonne Elliman as Mary Magdeline is also amazing.

[@sas2300]

Jesus and judas in jcs were 2 of the best casting choices in the history of film

[@brendabatt6874]

I saw him perform this live in 2010. I was second row. He looked right at me and i was in tears. There is nobody like him.

[@NowVs1980s]

I cried the first time I saw this and still do. Very moving performance by Ted✨🙏🏾♥️

[@thomasosullivan8404]

Ian Gillan's version is FIRE as well 🔥

[@garyarnett1220]

Absolutely, hard to top the original.

[@kiillabytez]

Nah.The part was MADE for Neeley.

[@kiillabytez]

@@garyarnett1220 Ted Neeley proved it can be exceeded.

[@X1xone]

@@kiillabytez Ian Gillen was offered the role in the movie, but turned it down because he was going on tour with Deep Purple.

[@x00p3]

@@kiillabytez Nah.

[@waynedavenport6053]

Ian Gillan was the first toplay this song and there is a great version on KZbin, there is also a great version don by John Farnham who played this part in an Australian production.

[@kiillabytez]

The first isn't always the best. Needly perfected the p3rformance. Sorry, but it's true.

[@keith6485]

I was fortunate enough to see an off Broadway performance of JCSS with Ted Neeley and Carl Anderson as part of the company. Absolutely stunning.

[@vickiroman189]

I got to see them in Denver. Agreed!

[@kiillabytez]

Anderson is a beast as well!

[@suemoore6445]

Ted Neely owns this role! I saw the film for the first time when it first came out in 1973. I still watch it every Easter. I’ve seen the live rock musical 3 times with Ted Neeley (70s, 90s, 2000s) and the first 2 times with Carl Anderson in the role of Judas! Ted still performs the musical every fall all over Europe, even in Rome! He’s 80s years old, but still gets pretty close to those high notes. Just before COVID shut everything down in March 2020, the film was rereleased in its original 70 mm form. I went to a vintage theater in downtown Sacramento to see it, because Neely and Yvonne Elliman (Mary Magdalene) had a meet and greet before and after the showing. They talked to the audience up on stage for 30 minutes about their experiences making the film in Israel. The film and live shows have had an incredible influence in my life.

[@khs17]

This is truly the most spine tingling song performed by the incredible Ted Neeley. Nothing else comes close to this performance. I have seen this movie so many times and it never gets old. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Pammie1221]

I think Dan Vasc is a strong contender.

[@garyarnett1220]

And how about The Original album version with Ian Gillan? (These others are great, but still covers)

[@kiillabytez]

@@Pammie1221 Neeley even looked the part, no denying, and nobody is a contender for that.

[@kiillabytez]

@@garyarnett1220 Gillan's part was a cover as well, as the song wasn't written for Gillan.

[@Pammie1221]

@@kiillabytez No argument here. I did see the premier of JCS when it was released in the early seventies. Also, saw the stage play with him. I agree that Ted will always be the number one actor to play that iconic role for me. That being said, we have so many gifted artists who have performed that role brilliantly throughout the years since. Dan Vasc is just one of those gifted artists. ❤️

[@owl-gd6ce]

Her face was the reaction...I love me my Jesus. Blessed be the Lord

[@tamiw.166]

I heard Ted Neely perform the role in the late 90's, and he was still awesome. Aside from Ian Gillan on the original recording, Neely is the definitive. So glad you got to hear this one.

[@suprchickn7745]

Ted Neely just blew me away the first time I heard this and his vulnerability still moves me greatly every time.

[@davidricart1395]

Eh...Ted Neeley was the predominant Jesus in this show for like 3 decades. I think its safe to say he is the definitive

[@deborahfoster5520]

When this movie initially came out, I went to see it so many times that I knew it Word for Word from beginning to end. I haven’t watched this movie in a long time, but I have to say it will always be one of my favorites and ted. Neeley is absolutely amazing.

[@TheMichaelseymour]

interesting seeing the reactions of you both - one smiling -one almost pained .

[@ericanderson8886]

Ted Neeley or Ian Gillan, both versions are amazing. What an amazing musical.

[@mauriciovelastinmunoz7168]

La mejor,CAMILO SESTO

[@shirleyellis5897]

A masterpiece musical, saw it several times on stage.

[@jgsheehan8810]

This is great. You should take a look at John Farnham's stage version as well. He was another in a long line of great singers as Jesus in JCS

[@Laraine3]

Personally I preferred Trevor White’s version. 🙂

[@jgsheehan8810]

@@Laraine3 but is there a video of that ?

[@Dcs.234]

Sadly he’s my least favourite

[@joanmonaghan8428]

You did a reaction to John Farnham's version a year ago. I have heard a lot of versions and they are all different and good in their own way. But IMO John's is by far the best.

[@jayweb51]

John Farnham sang this in the Australian performance of Jesus Christ Superstar the musical.

[@jenniferharrison8915]

Yes, that is amazing, he is undoubtedly the most perfect singer ever born/created! It also features John Stevens and Kate Ceberano, all were incredible! ⭐👍

[@757optim]

Still hits like thunder 50 years later. The suggestion that Jesus could have changed his mind (being both fully God and fully man) breaks me.

[@doplinger1]

Fantastic scene from a fantastic movie - the story is as much about Judas as it is Jesus, great watch.

[@alloralou4722]

The great Ted Neely! JCS used to be on tv every Easter when I was growing up. Such a great musical!

[@jamestreanor4361]

Carl Anderson’s opening song “Heaven On Their Mind” and “Jesus Christ Superstar” epilogue is unparalleled.

[@jaybirdjargon]

You NEED to react to the whole soundtrack to this movie. PLEASE PLEASE DO IT!

[@tvaddictaus]

RIP Norman Jewison. Fab directing of this movie!

[@wanderleycruz2065]

I always cry at the end of this song...

[@thomasriley9161]

Ian Guillen deep purple's singer sang this on the original cast album. A brown double album. Heaven on their minds and everything is alright and amazing songs

[@neillenet291]

I saw Jesus Christ Superstar with Ted Neeley at the Kennedy Center in 1971 I think. Ian Gillan from Deep Purple was the first to play the Jesus role. You should REALLY check out Ian singing this song. It's phenomenal.

[@garyarnett1220]

Agreed

[@jamestreanor4361]

Dan Vasc blasts this song out the park.

[@kiillabytez]

Dan who???

[@grant8182]

Watch John Farnham do it In Sydney Wow Wow Wow

[@kiillabytez]

No No No

[@suenelson6219]

Please react to Dan Vasc's cover of Gethsamene. All covers of this song are emotional but Dan's is an experience.

[@RickcandKai]

I agree, brilliance by Dan

[@rickandersen2284]

Farnham...all the way

[@jm20105]

Yeah, up until 4ish years ago, he was still belting this out with the same skill..

[@charlescorbee9498]

I saw this musical live in London in 1976! It’s one of the greatest performances I ever seen. Our places in the top gallery of the theatre, looking down on the stage! His voice is still very strong nowadays as then😄

[@richardjohn658]

ian gillan from deep purple is by far the best versiom

[@THumanQTip]

Neeley's voice just sounds thinner to me than does Gillan's.

[@carolynh8866]

John Farnhams version is my favourite.

[@robertgibbons2357]

will never be any better than farnsy doing this

[@gpxo11]

Definately have to see the whole movie-epic performances throughout-make sure you see the movie version!

[@MsFocksy]

Ted is the OG of JCS. The only person who comes close is John Farnham and that's because their voices are very similar. Also they recorded this with a bloke walking in front of Ted with a boombox. Still my favourite performance ever

[@scottchapin2323]

I was 12 when this movie came out. After this scene was played, there wasn't a dry eye in the theater and it got worse as it went on. Great movie or Broadway show. You may now want to hear Ian Gillan's (from DEEP PURPLE) version from the original release.

[@MidlifeCrisisTville]

This is a good rendition but John Farnham adds something that is hard to describe that makes it great and he done it live.

[@ravenslaves]

Ian Gillan was the original, and set the standard for everyone who's followed since. Not to be overlooked is Steve Balsamo. His performance was as close to perfection as you'll ever hear.

[@user-yj9rk9oz9p]

Ted Neeley was the understudy for the role of Jesus, in the original Broadway production of this show. In his 70s he was still performing the same role and still blowing away the audiences. The movie was directed by Canadian director Norman Jewison, who died only last week, so your timing is very good. Jewison had a solid, A-list career in Hollywood, with many hit movies since the 1960s, He chose to film "Jesus Christ Superstar" in Israel. Many scenes were shot on and around ancient Roman ruins, adding to the atmosphere of the film, which had weird juxtapositions throughout. For example, the Roman soldiers wielded swords and javelins but also wore U.S. Army steel helmets and carried automatic machine guns, reflecting the sociopolitical parallels between ancient Rome and the U.S. at war in Vietnam. The most recent movie in which I saw Neeley was as one of the dog keepers in Tarantino's "Django Unchained". He was basically a barely seen extra but I like that Tarantino hires actors he has admired.

[@RoGuimaraes]

you can react to Brazilian singer DAN VASC, with classical and contemporary training, who sings from opera to heavy, power rock, with his metal voice. You'll be surprised. GETHSEMANE JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, THE MUSIC OF THE NIGHT - PHANTON OF OPERA.

[@neildonley9626]

Find the video of Tim Minchin playing Judas. Outstanding as well.

[@JM-fi6ce]

OG, best one...

[@Nanette-Book-Lover]

Begs God to watch him die yet in the end God had to look away so he could die. Neeley has been my bar for any other Jesus performance in this. I watched in when it came out . I’m so very glad this version is still out there for new generations to enjoy.❤❤❤ I do find myself singing songs from it without thinking about. One that pops out a lot is King Herods Song, which Alice Cooper once but Joshua Mostel I’ll always be the one I sing to.

[@Dcs.234]

Love Ted Neeley

[@dvddmc]

have seen the movie multiple times and have seen the play a few times have met Ted him self a couple of times the guy is a really great person in real life

[@xScooterAZx]

I ran away to see JCS in Salt Lake City years abo,and after,I told the guard I wanted to meet Jesus. He told me to wait in one of the seats and went to talk to Ted. He came back and got me,took me to Ted's dressing room and then,secretly called my parents. I had told him my name so I guess he looked our phone number up. Anyway,Ted was there with his girlfriend,June Lockhart. They visited with me until suddenly my Dad walked in. Man,I thought I was in big trouble but Ted told him I was fine and Dad didnt wind up whoopin' my butt. We lived in another town near Salt Lake. Clearfield. When we got home,my mom stood there with her arms folded and her nostrils flared,then just went upstairs to their bedroom. .I could almost see the smoke rising from her ears.

[@briangill4000]

As much as I think this is great I do prefer the John Farnham version for a few reasons. 1. It's Live, not a movie version done in a studio. 2. John does not have to resort to falsetto to hit the high notes. 3. The Australian version is more of a rock opera than the movie version so the instrumentation is different (better) and John has more rock rasp in the final parts. 4. I'm biased 🇦🇺 .. I need to have another look at the Ian Gillan version.

[@billjara8715]

Agree 💯

[@vanyadolly]

Ian Gillan's original is touch to beat, but Ted Neely brings so much heart and emotion to his performance that he's #1 for me. Most other singers try too hard to hit the high note and forget that it's the pain that you have to get across in the song.

[@randyhochstein8455]

Ian Gillan of Deep Purple fame, sings a pretty good version.

[@TheDivayenta]

The Original.

[@kiillabytez]

It's not about the singing alone, it's about the entire performance, and Neeley reigns supreme in that regard.

[@bobbiejojackson9448]

I've heard several versions of Gethsemane over the years and while many of them are excellent performances, none of them comes close to Dan Vasc's version. He does something completely magical with the song and his performance that I've seen leave non-religious people weeping. Dan's cover is an absolute must see!

[@janicearmstrong180]

No one can ever outdo Ted neely as Jesus I'm sorry I'll die on that hill

[@Nanette-Book-Lover]

If you get a chance a great video to watch is Jospeh’s song Deception in Journey to Bethlehem. The inner turmoil of his soul in regards to Mary’s pregnancy.

[@reneezie]

This was filmed on location in Israel right after the 10 day war between Israel and Palestine in the 70’s on the historic sites from the Bible .

[@Maca494]

I don't care what people say, to me Ted is the best version of this song forever. the passion. sentiment, anger and frustration he puts into this song is unmatched. He isnt showing he can reach the notes, he isnt trying to show how good of a singer he is. He is literally yelling "fine, dad, i'll freaking die!!" and you can feel it. that "nail me to your cross and break me" is simply amazing fucking universal cutting the last note of the song...

[@jackiefax2315]

Wow, I'm going to the theatre in Bradford, Yorkshire tomorrow to see this. Last time I saw it live was about 1972 in London so it's been a while! 😁 Love from Yorkshire, England ❤️ 🇬🇧

[@ThistleAndSea]

He was SO good. Thanks for sharing this one. 🙂

[@eastcoastaj5048]

Please react to Carl Anderson(Judas) singing too much heaven on their minds.

[@bandoupthebung]

Dan Vasc does an AMAZING cover of this song.

[@lorriredmon8212]

I watch this movie every year. There is none better than this!

[@dahpainter]

Other versions are wonderful, but Dan Vasc's performance is the only one that grabs me by the soul! Please, check it out!

[@Sethbandy]

I was lucky enough to see Ted Neely, play this role on stage. I believe it was one of the last time he was in this role.

[@valogden]

I got to see the Broadway touring musical twice with Ted Neeley and Carl Anderson. Dennis DeYoung from Styx was in one of the productions as Pontius Pilate. The movie is great and I've seen it countless times but nothing compares to seeing a live Broadway musical. I've been to several musicals and I can honestly say some of the best singers are performing in musicals. Adam Lambert came from a musical background too. He said once he would like to play the part of Judas. He was in the company of Wicked before he went on American Idol. I've heard some great singers over the years.

[@kennethdodemaide8678]

I prefer John Farnham's live stage performance in the play.

[@pyewackett5167]

Can you do a reaction of this song by Dan Vasc you will not be disappointed I assure you. He has a golden voice and everything he does. Thank you.

[@jokerdeep2304]

Il cantante originale è Ian gillan dei Deep Purple. Ascoltate quella versione.

[@freudzwetdream]

both Ted and Ian are the best.

[@TheDivayenta]

Now watch the vid or listen to the ORIGINAL Jesus- Ian Gillan of Deep Purple- he was the greatest!!!!!!!! ❤

[@aussiehorndog]

You need to watch John Farnham performing this from the 1992 Australian Arena production. He is absolutely sensational

[@Dolly-wc9ne]

Check out Dan Vasc’s version, metal rocker who sang Amazing Grace, which is by far the best version ever.

[@Heyerkat]

Ted and Ian are magnificent in the part but for me the best JC was Steve Balsamo. Chosen by Andrew Lloyd Webber himself to play the part of Jesus in a more grittier West End revival in 1996. Unfortunately no video version was made but check out Steve Balsamo Gethsemane Ahoy. Recording of Steve performing in a concert in Ahoy Rotterdam 2004. Steve became a West End Legend after his performance. Millions are known to watch this version every Easter. And it has millions of views on KZbin. If you love JCS then you can’t miss watching this performance.

[@RolandDeschain1]

John Farnham's live version of this is mindblowing.

[@luiscarulla4607]

Neeley's but also Ian Gillan versions are the best without a doubt

[@michaelnasser9951]

Moving...also great❤

[@aussiekat6379]

John Farnham version is one of best sorry but it is.. 😊🥰🇦🇺

[@kiillabytez]

Yet, Neeley's performance IS the best, not just one of them.

[@aussiekat6379]

@@kiillabytezeach to their own. 😊🇦🇺

[@mattmaloney2445]

Trevor Whites performance in Original Australian cast recording is brilliant as well. Produced by Patrick Flynn and directed by the great Jim Sheridan

[@kendrakoczerga1736]

John Farnhams version is 🔥

[@donaldballman2825]

You really need to watch this movie

[@AK-fz2vo]

50 years ago I watched this at General Cinema in Irving (TX) Mall. I was 9. I already knew the whole opera. 7 years later I was working at that theater. My kids grew up to this and we still listen every Easter. I later went to college in Abilene, TX. I had to pass through Ranger, TX all the time. That is where Ted is from. One of my college buddies was the HS band director there. Funny how life is full of circles. Oh...one more hilarious side note...the man who played Peter became a famous porn star.

[@cathyhetzel7692]

He's the best!!! ❤

[@johnthegreek5836]

This version and Ian Gillian were the first versions I heard when I was younger but I’ll never forget the performance from Steve Balsamo’s version you reacted to which has become my favorite

[@MrWo-qj2yh]

this is great bud i think that Ian Gillan's version is even better

[@mick5590]

watch 2006 stage by Ted.even thought he was sick he still went on

[@markmyers6472]

Alice Cooper STOLE the show in the 2018 NBC broadcast of JCS.... with one song.... Look for his performance of Herod's Song...

[@sharilynstephens3767]

DAN VASC!! Check his version out! No disrespect, but he blows this one away.

[@mariefernandez3469]

Svp écoutez la version annees 70 par Ian Gillan ça vaut le détour. En plus c'est l'original. Incomparable, inimitable. La voix de cette version me choque et ne vas pas et n'a l'étoffe de la plus ancienne.

[@earlymorningtwilight9119]

Its best not to talk during this song or you will miss something important.

[@lizholewa8881]

Nobody tops Ian Gillan! He is the original from the studio album.

[@marklowe9829]

Ian Gillan, If he saw John Farnham performance he'd go and find a cave high up on a mountain and live the rest of his days out as a hermit , never singing again! lol.

[@lizholewa8881]

😂😂😂😂

[@robinbeerman4726]

Ted version is the best because of the passion. Your boyfriend doesn't seem to get it. One of the most important days in the history of the world and he is just smiling. This is not bi local. But Christ did go through agony on that mountain. Shot in Isreal.

[@greggpangle4385]

Look up the 1970 version.

[@xScooterAZx]

Many other singers cover this but only Ted Neely can do it ri ght.

[@kimcochrane165]

Steve Balsamo - he and Ted have the best versions imo. Have a look at Steve in the 2004 Ahoy performance then tell me Farnsy does it better!

[@giulioanselmi1493]

The original 1970 version by IAN GILLAN of Deep Purple

[@jesusisking121]

JESUS CHRIST IS THE TRUE LIVING ALMIGHTY GOD AMEN WHOOO ✝️🙏❤️🗡️👑

[@salsonny]

Ted Neeley and Meatloaf were close friends

[@beresfordthompson1370]

Is n Gillian did a great job also but the best version was by John Farnham, you need to look at that one if you haven’t already.