Have I ever told you how much I appreciate your respect for people who play types of music you may or may not care for being performed by people who may well have retired before you were even born? I feel great respect for you.

@katedeneiffe-cerny2351

Жыл бұрын

Bobby Darin had a great sense of phrasing and you should listen to his other music too. ❤ Kate Australia

@johnoneal1234

Жыл бұрын

Still, I doubt it would work well for a person in normal health with functional lungs to try to use his phrasing. He was careful with phrasing because he had to be.

@chaggyquebec

9 ай бұрын

JerisEve exactly what I wanted to tell myself to Fil The Wings of Pegasus here

Bobby Darin had such a smooth, magical voice to match his showmanship and swagger. Really underrated I think, but for those who know...they really know.

@Acceleronics

Жыл бұрын

Underrated? By whom? I was born in '53 and my recollection is that he was *very* popular.

@craenor

Жыл бұрын

You're clearly in the "those who know" category. I just don't think enough people know who he was today. Or even if they know the voice, they haven't seen him perform enough to understand his showmanship and ability to get the crowd moving and excited about the performance.

@user-yj3ob9kd3l

Жыл бұрын

Perhaps it's because he died so young and wasn't around long enough for following generations to really know.

@danjestic9199

Жыл бұрын

Heard an interview of Tony Orlando. He said Sammy Davis Jr told him Darin was the one act he would not follow on stage. That’s a massive compliment coming from SD Jr.

@Hollylivengood

Жыл бұрын

I don't remember him being underrated, everybody liked Bobby Darin. During the fifties, everyone wanted his music, and most musicians wanted to be like him. That's not even including his country music! He was New York born and bred, but when he decided he liked country music, he wrote country music hits for other artists, since he himself sounded way to East Harlem to sing country. Then he wrote jazz. And started on a whole folk music career in the early '70s. Bobby Darin is truly missed.

Bobby Darin was adaptable and slick in every way especially stylistically. One minute he's emoting teenage angst with this song; the next he's challenging Sinatra with a Las Vegas type Mack The Knife; then later he's doing deep folk rock with If I Was A Carpenter. He was extremely talented, played more than one instrument and presented his own tv show. He was also a convincing actor and all this with a serious heart condition. He was a real performer and went out way too soon.

This era of music was so pure. No fancy stuff, just a talented singer performing a sweet song. Excellent musicians that added zest that we didn’t even realize. Thanks Fil.

I love how you genuinely review all ages and genre of music and with that iconic smile during the high points of the tune, thank you FIL.

@roseyc.5846

Жыл бұрын

YES..THAT SMILE!! ❤

@dianecourtney2724

Жыл бұрын

@@roseyc.5846yes That cute Fil smile ✌🏼

@nancymann3835

Жыл бұрын

I am here for the smile!!

@Terri_MacKay

Жыл бұрын

That smile is everything when he's watching a performance he appreciates. ❤

@carolinej3661

Жыл бұрын

Yes, Fil shows his love and appreciation of the music with his eyes and that little sexy smile - that's one of the things we love about him - he's so sincere!!!!

Bobby Darin could sing anything.

@LOL-Can

Жыл бұрын

I remember this performance from my early years. Great and as always I learned something from you.😊

@alfching2499

Жыл бұрын

This was a classic and every ,boys, man’s dream to meet one.

@jimjustice581

11 ай бұрын

And sing it d*mn well.!

Bobby’s minimalistic body language is like a whole other inside joke with the audience where he’s sharing the total gas it is to be him, and we all get to be him every time he gives a little shrug or a single clap, the start of a smile; all of it is on another level than the performance itself. He lets us be him, but as if we were enjoying it with him, we are all super cool, super fun, super natural Bobby Darin. What a consummate natural, totally owning his game. Wow.

@dianecourtney2724

Жыл бұрын

Great comment

@sardu55

Жыл бұрын

Darin kamkes this piece of teenage trash 50s dribble sound good thru his style and professionalism. It's like he's saying 'I got to sing this crappy number, so hang in there and I'll sing something better next time'.

@ptournas

Жыл бұрын

I doubt he thought it was teenage trash dribble when he wrote it.

@warnerchandler9826

Жыл бұрын

​@@sardu55Bobby Darin's Dream Lover hit #1 in the UK and #2 in the USA. 50's trash.

@donnatreadaway1911

Жыл бұрын

Holy cow you nailed it!!!

Love Bobby Darin. He was born in East Harlem NY. Had rheumatic fever as a child and vowed to be a star by the time he was 25. He's 23 on this show. He'd already had hits and won Grammies the year before. He got his name from the half burned out neon sign on a Chinese restaurant that said, "(MAN)DARIN". Great singer and performer with incredible charisma. Died too young. Thanks, Fil. Appreciate your analysis, as usual.

@kck9742

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, he had a weak heart due to the rheumatic fever and wasn’t expected to live long- it was surprising he made it to adulthood. That’s why he was in such a hurry.

@ahill4642

8 ай бұрын

23, WOW 😳 Amazing

@wendylewis4508

21 күн бұрын

@@ahill4642 He was wonderful in all aspects of his career, especially in the later days when he broadened his repertoire. Fabulous singer.

Fil, you see so much more in the performance than I can see on my own. You really enrich the experience of watching. Many thanks.

Fil, you are possibly the greatest cheerleader for the music of the 50's, 60's, and 70's that there is. I'm 77, so you've covered my childhood and how the music shaped our lives. By doing what you do, you put into words the whys and wherefores as to the reasons that music affected us so much. You should've been born in my birth year (1946). The war(s) were over, prosperity was everywhere in the United States and happiness was rampant. I (we) as a generation, were ruled by music and the effects it had on us. I can remember how I used to transport myself to whatever was being said in the lyrics. My youngest son always talks about how he would have loved to have lived in my time. He can see how the technical side of the music took a giant leap in two locations. London (Beatles, The Yardbirds/Led Zep. '63-'71) and San Francisco/Los Angeles (Santana, Jefferson Airplane, The Doors,etc. '66-74) I realize that every generation has had their Champions, but looking back on that time (Jimi Hendrix too) I'm running out of my feeble brain now, so goodnight 😴

@fluffsternormalpaws1443

2 ай бұрын

Represent! Every generation is worthy of honor, as they have witnessed and experienced a time and place. And as the years go by, we all become the stewards of history 🙂

Thanks for another great analysis. Bobby Darin started his career as a songwriter for "Connie Francis". He was an American singer, musician & actor. He performed all styles of music such as jazz, pop, rock & roll, folk, swing, & country music. He had many hits from the late 50's-60's such as "Splish Splash", "Mack The Knife", "Beyond The Sea", "Things", "You're The Reason I'm Living", "18 Yellow Roses", "If I Were A Carpenter" etc. Darin married actress Sandra Dee in 1960 whom he met while filming the movie "Come September". Darin suffered from poor health his entire life & died in 1973 at the age of only 37.

@danjestic9199

Жыл бұрын

And wrote a pop standard: Bill Baikey won’t you please come home. A multi-instrumentalist, band leader, arranger. What a massive talent. At the end, he needed oxygen between performances but he wouldn’t stop performing with his rheumatic heart.

@ptournas

Жыл бұрын

​@@danjestic9199 "Won't You Come Home Bill Bailey" was published in 1902. I remember when I was a kid seeing several people and bands perform it on Ed Sullivan's show before Bobby Darin recorded it.

Had the pleasure of seeing him live at the Copacabana in NYC in the mid 60's. One of the best performers of all times!

@ahill4642

8 ай бұрын

Wow, that is incredibly cool. ☺️

@jonathanhacker5025

6 ай бұрын

That would have been a fabulous experience. I have the live album where he performed there. His voice, the big band must have been incredible.

When Fil gets his smile on, you know it's good.

Ah, my cousin was Bobby's manager in his hey-day! I remember he had a life-sized Bobby in his basement. He also designed Darin's dream car.

Oldies from the 50s and 60s are my favorite - they just put me in a good mood 😊. I love how much detail you notice in every performance. I feel like, even if it's an artist I already love, I come away from your analysis with a greater appreciation for what they do.

Bobby Darin had the moves without theatrics. It’s really nice of you to showcase his skill. He really knew how to connect with an audience. He seems to instinctively do what I learned in training for public speaking.

@ahill4642

8 ай бұрын

Interesting! His acting classes and experience surely helped.

@TheLarryBrown

7 ай бұрын

It takes a special ability to pull of dramatics without it being corny. Without them it's boring. Get it wrong and it's corny. It has to be just right. Those who are good at it, it's there but you just don't notice it.

alittle bit Elvis, a little bit Sinatra, and I never realized how amazing his smooth moves were until you pointed it out...I actually understand in a new way why he was such a STAR...don't these exceptional peformers all turn the song into the telling of a tale??!!! WE are totally engaged in his longing for the "dream lover..."

@cindi1313

Жыл бұрын

I was seeing some Sinatra mannerisms in his moves as well, like you say, part of telling the story.

@ahill4642

8 ай бұрын

Well said!

Bobby was a drummer, so it's always all about the beat. He wrote the song, so it makes it easier for him to concentrate on the performance. He was an awesome Vegas/nightclub performer.

@coinneachmaclellan3121

Жыл бұрын

Bobby could play just about any instrument in the orchestra...drums, piano, sax, guitar, etc...add to that his songwriting, his vocal ability, his acting talent...

@powerWithinUs4055

Жыл бұрын

God……send him back !!

@maggielandow2686

8 ай бұрын

He was an incredibly talented man, not only a singer and performer.

No autotune with that guy

Boy, he was smooth, both in voice and movement.

I LOVE Bobby Darin. He was a real treasure. My good, old (late) friend, Mike, who fought in WW II, told me 15 years ago how much he liked Bobby Darin and thought he was more talented than Sinatra. Beautiful song, beautiful and smooth voice. Thank you, Fil, for showcasing the wonderful Bobby Darin.

Bobby had such personality and charm while performing.

OMG. Even though I was a child when he was in this stage, Bobby Darrin might be the sexiest, most adorable and charismatic performer of his entire era!! Every performance is effortless and uncontrived.....I just love him still!!! Yes, Fil, smoooooth is the word - never "slick," just naturally smooooooth. Even the way he stands in his clothes exudes his masculinity, his self-confidence and his cool.

He was such a smooth performer. What great times those were. Sullivan had someone like this quality every Sunday. Thanks Ed.

It was an incredible analysis! I remember Bobby Darin from way back when i was a little girl and i liked a lot of his songs such as Dream Lover, Splish Slash and more. I do not play a guitar, but i do appreciate what it takes to become a great guitarist like putting in many hours of hard work practicing playing every day. I also appreciate how you break everything down in specific details so non musicians like me can understand. Youre an amazing teacher!

The first thing I noticed when I watched this video a while ago, was how smoothly he found the camera when it changed at "where are you". Impressive. But later, when he makes that spin and lands exactly on the right camera I assumed it must have been rehearsed several times, surely no one has instincts so finely tuned? Amazing how he stays so relaxed when he's under pressure to guess which camera he's going to be on next. So cool and confident and such a polished performer. Thanks so much for the guitar analysis - all these years I had totally missed pretty much everything you pointed out!

I thought I already loved Bobby Darin! Now I love him even more...thanks!

Bobby was a great artist, if I were a carpenter is over the top, and then there is dream lover, what a cut!

@ivandafoe5451

Жыл бұрын

Written by his close friend Tim Hardin.

Fascinating analysis by Fil to cover such a broad range of topics. I’ve always been enamoured by some of the old guitar riffs that you very rarely hear either from a stylistic or technical point of view. There was also a unique swing and rhythm that a lot of the older guitar players had. TV was still a relatively new medium back then so Bobby’s nuances such as those quick poses and looks into the camera changes were the mark of a really polished performer. I know from my older siblings that he was one of the top pop stars in his day and was definitely considered a cool cat.

Darin knew he was going to die young so he packed a full life into the time he had. And what a life!

@bobbys4327

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, seems like long ago I read a short article where he and Elvis were talking about they didn't think they would reach 40.

Sullivan was not an unrehearsed show. So note at about 1:20 "Dream Lover, where are you..." Bobby is facing out to the audience as if briefly searching for Dream Lover and then on the beat he easily swings left to the next camera and locks in there, having found her! The camera settings were probably down to the nanosecond in rehearsal, and Bobby could have his languorous way with them live. Great performance, Bobby. Great analysis, Fil!

Great explanation/understanding of Bobby Darin's performance. I liked his "hit songs" as a child then as I got older I discovered/appreciated much more of his music (e.g. "If I Were A Carpenter" and some which have been completely forgotten or overlooked e.g. "Happy" on Motown). I watched Ed Sullivan every week as a child until it was cancelled. It was such a crazy collection of everything jammed into an hour (dancing bear, jugglers, singers, opera, comedy, ...you never knew what mix there would be and some surprises).

I can tell from your expression when the video started you smiled. Like everybody who have seen video of Bobby, They are amazed of his talent. That how great he was. He was just amazing.

Thank you! My mom and dad saw Bobby Darin live they said he was fantastic. They got his autograph for me. God bless Fil and family! I'm sure your viewers point out what a fine musician you are. Amazing analysis!

I always love Bobby Darin's voice. If he had lived I believe he would give Frank Sinatra some serious competition. His moves remind me of Jackie Wilson. Thank you for taking me back to a time when performers were so talented without all the bells and whstles.

@maggielandow2686

8 ай бұрын

Yes, Jackie Wilson, you are correct. I loved him too.

Loved Bobby Darins Music. His career was shortened by his heart condition, but he left us some very good music.

an oldie but a goodie, so much brilliant music came from this era, love it

I love Bobby Darin! I remember it like it was yesterday, when I was riding home from my Grandma's and I heard on the radio that he had died. I was 10 at the time.

This was such a cool, smooth performance by Bobby Darin. You did a great job Fil pointing out the details of the shoulder shrugs, camera angles and palm muting on the guitar. I always liked his music and Mack the Knife is one of my favorites. 😊🎸🎵

I love how, early in the song, he sings the line, "where are you" right before he finds the right camera. Amazing how "low key" can be so riveting. Great analysis.

I believe Darin was the most versatile entertainer of the 20th century. What he accomplished in his brief 37 years is nothing short of Legendary. Singer of several genres (rock, jazz, blues, R&B, pop standards, big band, swing, country western, folk, funk, soul/gospel) musician, performer, actor, impressionist, songwriter, producer, arranger, entrepreneur, variety tv show host, activist. The man truly did it all, and he did it all so well. One of a kind, Bobby.

Thank you Fil !!! He was super! My father taught guitar until he was 80 and played big band music when he was a young man. Dad was a music snob but always thought Bobby Darin was extremely talented. Such a shame he died so young. RIP. ❤❤❤

Bobby was a bit before my time, but he sings a great song, and Fil’s analysis is spot-on as always. Bobby died WAY too soon at age 37.

When you called Bobby Darin slick was an excellent choice of words. Sadly, Darin's poor health got the better of him. he left behind an impressive body of work in his short life of 37 years. a side note, John Sebastion one said in an interview if you were asked to appear on the Ed Sullivan Show you knew you hit the big times back then Bobby Darin appear 6 times on The Ed Sullivan Show.

As a foolish teen in the 70s I thought Bobby was so old school. Then I heard Mack the Knife and woweee what a performance! The coolest cat to this day.

Hi Fil, I had as much fun watching you watching Bobby as I did seeing Bobby again. Born in 1948, I grew up with this type of entertainment and watched the Ed Sullivan Show every Sunday night with my family. Bobby was a natural performer and was so talented, yes, and smooth! I feel sorry for the generations who have missed out on music like this. You mentioned Neil Sedaka playing the piano - I loved Neil Sedaka's music so much!!!! Thank you for doing this one!! ♥

@0biwan77

Жыл бұрын

yep, ‘48. It’s been great!

@marciahuehn2365

Жыл бұрын

Me too! Remember Hit Parade?

Thanks Fil for this fantastic video and analysis of Bobby Darin. He's so cool and smooth yet adorable! From his brilliant interpretation of Kurt Weill's Mack the Knife to Tim Hardin's "If I were a Carpenter" he was the consummate entertainer.

Our family watched The Ed Sullivan Show faithfully, every Sunday night!! I remember this appearance, but I remember him singing Mack The Knife more than this song bc it was such a hit at the time. I didn’t connect it at the time.. but watching this now I see a lot of Frank Sinatra in how he moves. He definitely wasn’t Elvis-like at all.. and he had a great voice. Neil Sedaka was another singer who was just becoming popular at this time.. and of course The Beatles were just around the corner!! (Music life in rural America was never the same post-Beatles)!! Thanks Fil for another great reaction.. and for a nice little adventure down memory lane for this ‘oldie’!!

Bobby had a natural ability and raw talent. Something that isn’t seen today. He perfected the art of stagecraft; not only did the people in the live studio audience feel they were experiencing an intimate performance, but the people watching at home did as well. Whether you were in the audience, or watching from home, he made you feel like you were the only one he was performing for. This is legendary!

Such a classic song and performance for that time of era. As I was watching what Bobbby would do I was trying to guess what Fil would pick up on lol we almost had the same answers! Enjoyed this classic from an old Ed Sullivan show. Thanks Fil Rock on!

I was a big fan of Bobby Darin throughout his career and this hit song has always been a favorite. Thanks to KZread I learned about equally good versions by two of his great contemporaries, Rick Nelson and Dion & The Belmonts, that were not played on radio at the time. In my opinion the version by Dion is the best.

Back in the day I had always wanted to see Bobby Darin live. But, as as it happened, I was never able to. Regrettable. The man was truly great.

I didn't hear it, and maybe I'm wrong, but it's worth noting that Bobby Darin wrote "Dream Lover." The guy was ridiculously talented.

Bobby was the real deal. He was a very confident professional good looking performer.

Hi Fil, Loved this analysis! Bobby Darin was a very cool cat in his day! And he had so many great songs and boat loads of talent. It is an art form not only to be able to sing with charisma and style, but to command the stage. Bobby did it all. Thanks for explaining and demonstrating the guitar techniques they were doing, very interesting. Fun analysis to watch and appreciate this talented artist. Great job and thank you! Debbie☮️

Bobby Darin was a very accomplished musician, he could play, and strum flamingo riffs.

There's a great video of Bobby I think in Vegas in the early '60s where he's just off the charts doing impressions, singing, playing drums all on a whole other level never seen since.

Now this is from my era! Hard to beat the tunes from the 50s. Thanks.

And Bobby was holding back here, a beginner restrained in the conservative 50s that was expected from every singer (except for Elvis who blew the doors off, haha!!). But Bobby’s ultra cool style really emerged and developed more strongly and freely through this career…and he became so incredibly professional and polished and genuine and was truly awesome to watch!! There’s some GREAT later videos on KZread of live performances that made me respect and fall in love with him!!! He really stood apart from the rest crooners. So ultra cool and so natural.

Yes! Slick indeed! Has there ever been anyone slicker, I ask seriously? Smooth, suave, sexy, cool. One needs only to hear him to know and feel that slickness, let alone watching him dominate a stage with such simple class. He was an extraordinary performer performing extraordinary songs. Mack the Knife is top drawer, one of the best songs ever, imho. Splish Splash is dear to me, so much fun. So many, in way too short of a life. Thank you so much for honouring him. ❤️ Fabulous video.

It was well known that Ed's show would rearrange the songs to fit their time schedule. We used to groan about the 45 sec versions. They could do this since there was a full orchestra available. They also rehearsed all week to get the 3 ring circus timing down.

I love your eclectic music tastes..and the fact you so obviously enjoy the music you analyze is amazing....thanks for bring us this gem!

Bobby was brilliant and timeless - he truly personified what it is to "own the room". He was mesmerizing.

I have loved Bobby Darren and all of the crooners, ever since I can remember. They were a bit before my time, but, I was old enough to appreciate my parents love of music. Bobby sang effortlessly.

Bobby’s stagecraft is unreal. You already said everything i wanted to say, and much more. Fantastic, Fil. This is your best one yet. You and Bobby Darin! What a combo! (Fil, this was so great I feel compelled to bump my tithe to your Patreon. Such great work. You just get better and better.)

Bobby just oozed star quality!✨ I was just 8 years old when this aired and I felt so drawn to him, it was like magic💖 Since the show was just before my bedtime, I probably dreamed of him that night.💫

@johne6081

Жыл бұрын

I was 9 at the time. I have always enjoyed his performances.

Bobby Darin in my opinion still has the best and original? version of Mack the Knife! When Kevin Spacey made the movie Beyond the Sea I thought he was great doing Bobby Darin have the DVD love love playing all Bobby’s songs they make me happy!

@ptournas

Жыл бұрын

He did one of the definitive covers of Mack the Knife. Many had done it before him, Louis Armstrong did a great version of it in 1955. It was part of a German work, The Three Penny Opera, in 1928. It's definitely one of my favorites by him!

@maggielandow2686

8 ай бұрын

I agree.

Bobby Darin is one of my all time favorite singers. He was suave and sophisticated. Always loved watching him perform. Great analysis of his total performance.

Darin had it going on at so many levels.

Bobby was one of many singing legends who died far too young.

Fil your own talent blows me away.

When I was young this was everyone's favorite and we'd all sing along with him. I'd sing myself to sleep at night with it..... It convinced me I'd find my dream lover out there someday..... And I sure did!.... Thanks Bobby, and thanks Fil

No no cars He was a great performer. And I love your smile Fil. You can tell that you enjoy what you are doing 🎉🎉 Thank you 🎉🎉

The person "in the shot" was probably the other cameraman with one of the huge old-time cameras, getting a cue too early; then he moves out again and probably moved back in again when the cameras changed again. It wasn't someone randomly wandering around the stage on the Ed Sullivan Show, during a live performance. I kid you not. Thanks for the content. Keep up the good work. בס'ד

Bobby was as smooth as they come. Such a shame he died so young.

It's great that you are able to pay attention to detail the camera angles. Something viewers would over look. The head tilt ( of confidence ) he made after knowing the other two cameras were off was if he said.... " I know this camera over here ( head tilt ) has to definitely be on now " was clever and genuine

You brought a tear to my eye, I was 17 then, Wings. Same with All I Have To Do Is Dream - Everly Brothers

I noticed the camera thing too. He's so smooth it doesn't even faze him. Love it❤

Thanks for the tip on the cameras. It was pretty amusing to pay heed to the tip then catching Bobby Darin find the cameras. I really liked mack the knife. As a side note, Bobby played back up for Linda ronstadt on "long long time"

Fil.. You are one of my favorite people, I love your smile. Thanks for everything.

I love the way you joyfully analyze all of the songs sent to you.

Bobby Darin - a great singer and actor. Left us way too soon at only 37 years.

One of my favorite artists!! ❤ Thank you for this analysis!

Unfortunately Bobby Darin was gone before I was born, and I was in my early teens when i first heard "Mack the Knife" and thought it was one of the coolest things I'd ever heard... I still do. Over the years, I've seen many videos of his performances, and the man was just never not cool. Thank you for this analysis, and making a point of talking about his amazing stage presence and charisma. Of all the singers/musicians from that era (50's, 60's) that were either gone or retired before I was old enough to start going to shows, he is the one I would have loved to see live... I bet his shows were a blast!!

Phil as always your the man. Great job for a great singer and even greater song. Rock On.

Dream Lover was the first record I ever bought. I was around 10 then. My older brother took it school at the end of term and told me it "broke". He sold it of course and I never owned it again. Bless you my late Bro. X

My aunt and uncle were "jet-setters" back in the late 50's. My aunt always said he was the BEST performer she ever saw...and she saw a lot.

I remember when this was on the radio, and I was young and loved Bobby.

This is why I come here every day. Fil is so into it all, vocals, guitar and technic of the players. Great stuff for sure. Thanks Fil for another wonderful review of the execution of vocals and showmanship combined. Bobby died of heart failure and was 37 years old. I Was a youngster when we (my family) saw this on Ed Sullivan. Less than ten years later many of us were in Southeast Asia on a government sponsored all expense paid vacation.

Bobby Darin was good. His performance forces you to focus on exactly what he's doing. He's not bellowing at the roof seams.

Yep, the days of suit and tie, not a great deal of physicality, but oozing bucket loads of sighing charisma 😌🥴. The looking for the right camera gives the impression he is just engaging with someone in the audience, just so beautifully smooth 👌 😍.

Beyond the Sea is a great movie!

One of My all Time favorites from one of The First Pop renaissance Men, Bobby could sing, write and play Music,Dance and Act"

Released the year I was born but this is my favourite record without doubt. Loved it since I first heard it in my teens. Great choice Fil.

He was a total entertainer. Smooth, cool, good looking, sang, danced, played many instruments and wrote songs. Sammy Davis Jr. said Bobby was the only performer he would never dare follow.

Fil, you enhance so much my appreciation of every performance you analyze. Just incredible. Thank you.

My wife & I certainly enjoy you & know we will feel better & more informed after we watch you! I know you were impressed at Bobby Darin looking at the different cameras, & I agree he is very smooth in this video, but... in any TV studio, especially the Ed Sullivan Show, there is a "floor director" that is told from the control booth which camera they are about to transition to. This floor director then puts himself in the line of sight of the on-camera talent & then "points" to the next camera as the director calls for the transition or "cut". There are several other hand signals that are communicated to the talent & these keep them informed of the production process. Bobby Darin was certainly experienced enough that he likely asked the Floor Director to signal him early as to the next camera so he could set up his own transition to change cameras, like when he would spin around & stop, looking at the new active camera. Very cool indeed, but all with the advanced help of the floor director. Yes, I have a TV Production & Broadcasting degree & years of experience in Video production in the studio & on location. Keep it up & thank you for what you do, especially videos about Lynyrd Skynyrd & any Southern Rock bands.

He wanted to swing like Sinatra but was keenly aware that rock ‘n roll was what the kids were buying. So he wrote Splish Splash, Dream Lover, Early in the morning, Things, I’ll be there, Multiplication, etc etc etc. And was all the rage, but….. He did eventually get to swing like Sinatra, with tunes like Artificial Flowers, Mack the knife, and Clementine. He was an excellent musician and songwriter, in addition to having those wonderful, smooth vocal chops. It’s a shame that he passed young. But, he did fulfill his dream in the short time he was allotted. From childhood, due to his illness, he knew he wasn’t going to live a long life. But he sure as hell left his mark on the music business and in the hearts of millions before he taking his final bow. Great Video Fil 👍

Thanks again for the great description you're right on as usual. I was from that era I just turned 89 years old I think I started watching you when I was younger LOL at 88 so I was probably watching that show at the time unless I was at work at the hospital in my twenties but listen to him on the radio all the time he was one of my favorites he would have been near my age now also

You have to admire the impeccable tailoring