I took him for granted as a kid because he was everywhere. It's only now that I'm older that I appreciate how special he is.

@justinmather6673

Жыл бұрын

Yep. So very true. Count me in too!

@jessicaa2814

Жыл бұрын

Agree

@zaamuro8408

Жыл бұрын

And keep hopes that John can belt one out one last time after his recovery.

@MajorJJH

Жыл бұрын

^^this

@Jdpetrass

Жыл бұрын

Yes! Same here!

He literally is one of the best vocalists in the world....

@oldhippie81

Жыл бұрын

Sadly he is in very poor health at the moment. God bless him.

@lucabaracuda987

Жыл бұрын

even Celine said that

@SnoopyM4

Жыл бұрын

He really is. But he doesn't get the recognition he deserves. Which just makes him even more lovable. Hope he gets well very soon

I love seeing foreigners react to John Farnham for the first time. I've seen quite a few now, and they're always like 'Wow!' from the very first line, and all us Aussies are sitting here like 'Just you wait!'. His voice is a superpower, and he and his team had a real talent for making moving songs.

This is such an anthem for us Aussies! John Farnham has been a household name for almost 50 years. He's now 73 and still sounds like this. I've seen him perform 3 times and his voice knocks your socks off. He still throws and catches the mic stand in all his shows.

@OneOfADozen

Жыл бұрын

My favourite of all time 🎶 💜

@andrewforbes146

Жыл бұрын

not an aussie tho he was born in the UK

@bobarris

Жыл бұрын

@@andrewforbes146he is a naturalised Australian he is an Australian citizen and has always referred to himself as Australian

@zapkvr

Жыл бұрын

Its crap.

@bobarris

Жыл бұрын

@@zapkvr what is crap??

As an Aussie, thank you, thank you, thank you! ❤️ You’ve only scratched the surface for Johnny’s amazing talents here, he has many more gems. Grossly underrated internationally!

@andrewk6844

Жыл бұрын

Grossly underrated internationally! which is sad because he was such a amazing singer and person on stage

@jayceejames6576

11 ай бұрын

Could not agree with your more, as an Aussie he is our's

@melindadendunnen9713

7 сағат бұрын

I don't know if this is true, but I read he didn't go international for family reason?

Metalhead here, I've taken my mum to see Farnsey 3 times over the years, and every single time I walked away knowing I'd just witnessed something incredibly special. The man worked his arse off in his prime, a genuine Aussie icon to all of us. And, he smoked like a trooper. I have a tear in my eye right now.

The bagpipe solo is just the cherry on top for this performance. Love this song, love the man. It's just magic.

This song is so famous in Australia that pretty much everyone in the country knows the words and will sing it whenever the opportunity arises.

@narellesmith7932

Жыл бұрын

Unofficial national anthem ❤

@markhill9275

Жыл бұрын

@@narellesmith7932 Nah, that belongs to The Seekers. Oops, actually there are quite a few trying to get The Seekers song to actually be the official national Anthem

@brewed544

Жыл бұрын

@@markhill9275 Its an Aussie song now mate and we arnt giving it back.

@simonwolstencroft6128

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I love it when it comes on in a shop and everyone starts singing

@susannabonke8552

Жыл бұрын

Good choice!

Making YOU well up?! Any Aussie will have every hair on their body stand on end whenever they hear this. Farnham is a proper legend and from all accounts a bloody good bloke to boot. Legitimately believe this should be our national anthem. He's a phenomenal singer, but this is a staggering song.

@Marylmac

Жыл бұрын

This song is a real Protest song and the bagpipes confirm it. They were used to scare the enemy away in olden days too, so this song is perfect for the world today. """We are not going to sit in silence, we are not going to live in fear. We are the voice, make it loud and clear""" Then those bagpipes gurgele up and squeal it out! An amazingly evocative emotional piece of music right there! The Battle Hymn for every country on earth!

@quentondaniels8536

Жыл бұрын

💥🎯

@skylinerunner1695

Жыл бұрын

Great choice for a National Anthem! Nice one, mate

@v1rotait23

Жыл бұрын

@@Marylmac, YOU BET! - This is a battle cry against evil alright. A fabulous anthem, and with those bagpipes played by the piper, it couldn't be better except, with a whole pipe band with drummers. Stirs my heart and has been standing the hair on the back of my neck for over 40years! 🥰

@davidkettell5726

3 ай бұрын

STOP VOTING FOR COMMUNISTS AND IT MAY BE!

You're the Voice is more than a song, it's an anthem. I have chills listening to it. It's also a very hard song to sing live (what I call a studio song). John has amazing control and great lung capacity!

John farnham is definetly one of the best male singers of all time. His vocal range and stage presence is from another planet. Mr 100%. He still delivers amazing vocals at the age of 73 and he still sings this song in the original key. 36 years later.

Her joy when the bagpipe is played.... precious reaction 😊

HE IS AMAZING, should check out his version of Help with the Melbourne Symphony live.

@monicaking2140

Жыл бұрын

Yesssss

@jeffreykennedy1266

Жыл бұрын

Everyone should hear that one… Amazing performance!!!

@trevx3680

Жыл бұрын

I completely agree. There are several songs from this performance that are spectacular, and Help is no exception.

@isabelriquelme8744

Жыл бұрын

It is a MUST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@carolcarol3938

Жыл бұрын

Just what I was going to recommend....Also John Farnham's duo with other Aussie icon, Jimmy Barnes, doing a live version of "When Something is Wrong with my Baby" (from Hey, Hey it's Saturday)....it will blow your socks off.

John Farnham’s version of Help from this concert is worth a listen, it is a vocal masterclass

@elyneda

Жыл бұрын

Hard agree!!!

I was his truck driver for the first European tour that he did in the 80s, brilliant artist and a lovely fellow, can't recommend him enough.

As an Aussie, your initial reaction to this song is amazing and exactly how we feel when we hear "the voice."

The cherry on top: This was filmed in the late 80’s. He’s 73 now. He’s still working. HE STILL SINGS LIKE THIS.

@katherinemorelle7115

Жыл бұрын

If there's anything that shows how important good technique is, and how much Farnsy has perfect technique himself, it's the fact that his voice is still just as amazing, just as powerful, just as flexible and with just as much range, even in his mid 70s. Just extraordinary!

We dont call him "The Voice" for nothing. One of our greatest Legends, and still singing at 70+ years of age. He still has the power in his voice, but due to older age he has lost a little bit of his lung capacity. His band is plucked from all over and each is a legend in their own right with their own bands in the past. His two female backup singers are also Legends in their own right. Lisa Edwards has her own career but works so well in talent and chemistry with John that she routinely helps him in every concert and studio work. Check her out singing with him a song called "Angels". She has the same power and talent that he has, albeit she is slightly shy about it. And as for the Lovely and Legendary Venetta Fields. One of the original Ikkette's for Tina and Ike Turner, as well as singing with so many other big time legends across the globe. She came to Australia to help a few musicians and ended up pairing up with Lisa to sing with John Farnham and spent decades with him. She also never left and lives permanently in Australia and is retired but still teaches singing and does plenty of coaching for up coming singers.

@elisolomon8741

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Ghost. I enjoyed that info.

They don’t call him The Voice for nothing. Has power at every part of his range. It’s astounding

My husband played drums for him once or twice and he still says that it's the best voice he's ever heard.

@dalepontt8897

Жыл бұрын

Lucky bloke ur husband

@chrisrobinson4573

Жыл бұрын

@@dalepontt8897 or, talented. hah

Johnny's version of Help by the Beatles is a favourite of mine. It's a brilliant cover as the tempo is slowed down and the song works SO much better at a lower tempo - either John or Paul said that they had originally wanted to record it slower but for some reason they didnt change it. Definitely give it a listen when you get a chance - Johnny just hits his high notes so perfectly

@AnthonyDavid59

Жыл бұрын

Agree absolutely about "Help". I have it on my main YT playlist, sung on "The Don Lane Show". John is a treasure.

@linnightl9277

Жыл бұрын

John Farnham - Help (LIVE with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra) kzread.info/dash/bejne/lqpplsmif7a4e9Y.html

@Dr_KAP

Жыл бұрын

@@AnthonyDavid59 his best version of Help is with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, at this same concert

@BrianGibsonFootball

Жыл бұрын

It’s this one: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lqpplsmif7a4e9Y.html

@Peter-oh3hc

Жыл бұрын

Add my vote for "Help". Should listen to the original first just to see how he changes it. Truly an amazing performance

"We're not gonna sit in silence, we're not gonna live with fear..." This song today is more needed than ever. People need to rise.

@benvonstanke7493

Жыл бұрын

Won't happen sadly.

@EarlJohn61

Жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/haJ21rGJhbDfobg.html

@bigguy130

Жыл бұрын

Reminds me of the draconian lockdowns, and how people protested against them.

@wyattfamily8997

10 ай бұрын

In Victoriastan being SHOT with rubber bullets by the Uniformed GRUBS.@@bigguy130

I always love seeing people's reaction to John Farnham. For the record, the bagpipe solo isn't just for this concert. It was part of the original studio track and most if not all live performances over the years. I agree with earlier concerts. Live renditions of When the War is Over and Help really, really show off his power.

@Jus7aguy

10 ай бұрын

Not quite all, I know in one they replaced it with a keyboard/guitar thingy for the concert. But I believe "most" yes. Adds a lovely touch tot he piece.

I worked in the music industry in Australia and got to go to an 'industry' show with John at just a piano/singing. He SMOKED a cigar and drank straight whiskey. He belted out the most amazing performance and was so humble and jovial. At this point I laughed at my own talent as a singer.

@MsS-J

Жыл бұрын

Sadly he's paying for that now.

@TheAverageGuy12

Жыл бұрын

@@MsS-J We are all going away like it or not. Some of us chose to live life to the fullest, while others were just alive.

I grew up listening to Farnsey (along with a few generations of Australians), and I don't know why, but this song gets me in the feels EVERY SINGLE TIME!

It's taken years for Beth to do John Farnham when really he should have been first on the list.Please do another Beth,you owe us down under folk!

@joshthomas2536

Жыл бұрын

First on the list, yeah maybe for Australian artists but there's plenty of other better vocalists out there in the world

@paul-Ess

Жыл бұрын

@@joshthomas2536 check your ears champ!

@hman2912

Жыл бұрын

@@joshthomas2536 I'm Aussie and agree. He has a great voice but this song used to play alll the tiiimme. Especially in the 80s and 90s.

@dazc1069

Жыл бұрын

@@hman2912 it’s funny how it seems so much easier to appreciate it, now we don’t hear it ad nauseam.

@alfredvanravenswaay1260

Жыл бұрын

Don't like John Farnham

It is a shame the rest of the world did not embrace this gift of a singer as much as his home did, one of the best singers, ever!

@jaynegrant3133

Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad we Australians appreciated him. Whispering Jack was my first album. I was 10, and I gave zero regrets. I’m so glad John continued to be a proper legend.

@robynmurray7421

Жыл бұрын

Took us a while but we got there. Most people forget that there was a time no one was interested in The Voice.

@ibrstellar1080

8 ай бұрын

The same could be said of Cold Chisel and Midnight oil who were imense live bands.

I love this song but I had no idea he was this good live. Wow. It's flawless.

Makes me so emotional every time! An anthem for humanity.

Commonly known as The Voice. I pray that he can overcome his throat cancer and we get to see him sing again. If he doesn't he will forever live in his fans hearts and minds.

It really is a pity that the rest of the world are only now discovering John Farnham. The man is 73 now and could probably still sing better live than many current artists. Every time he brought out a new album, I was so excited at the prospect of seeing the live tour that inevitably followed. In my opinion, NO ONE could sing live like John Farnham. Even if I wasn’t a fan, I still would have considered it an honour to listen to a voice like that LIVE. For those not familiar with his work (particularly the live stuff), it is well worth the effort to search him up on KZread. You won’t be disappointed.

People just breeze over the fact that he did one of the best mic stand flip & catches of all time. The thing rotated 15 times around the sun and he caught it like it was nothing before throwing it across the stage.

As an aussie fan here I am so glad you love our aussie anthem 🙌

Apart from “ Help” and “ When something is wrong with my Baby” : “ please don’t ask me” and “ Gesthemane” from Jesus Christ superstar are my favourites. Also “That’s freedom”. Who am I kidding : love So many of his songs and have seen him live several times. So good

@TheKwod

Жыл бұрын

I have 4 John Farnham DVDs hahahaha. Hes one of the top 5 best singers of all time.

@chantalfleming6314

Жыл бұрын

Definitely Gesthemane and Help live. Both of those are the start and finish of any vocal lesson.

@jano9091

Жыл бұрын

Always LIVE!

@lenn741

Жыл бұрын

Hit the nail on the head my friend. John Farnham is Australia's best vocalist full stop. what a voice, and yes, his version of Gesthemane blows me away every time.

@ProuvaireJean

Жыл бұрын

Farnham's "Gethsemene" is my favourite version of that epic showstopper of a song. He gives it an entirely new vocal spin which has rarely been repeated and never matched.

The piper's part is iconic. The entire song is iconic, but I just want you to feel reassured that it has been there from the start and the song will never be the same without it! The songs people are recommending in the comments are great, but if you want to be astonished by his capacity to deal with ballads, try "Burn For You".

As an Aussie it thrilled my heart to see you enjoy this so much! 🙂. It is kind of our national song and we LOVE the bagpipes in it as well. Thanks for the wonderful reaction

I love John Farnham. Please do him often.

Yes, Beth, a shocked and horrified Australian here. Been here tapping my fingers on my desk for years waiting for this day 🤣 Glad you had the opportunity to discover this vocal genius - and thank you. This is not even close to his finest performance either. His version of Help by the Beatles - it doesn’t get much better: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lqpplsmif7a4e9Y.html

John Farnham is one of the best things about Australia. He has always been a fantastic performer. ❤️

As an Aussie, I’ve grown up with this song as our classic and our anthem. I’ve always loved Farnsy and yet have never stopped long to really break down his technical abilities. Your video and others similar to it on KZread have helped me to not only appreciate him as our icon and appreciate his amazing music, but also to recognise how exceptional his actual vocal technique really is!

Thanks for your reaction Hope you do more from this Aussie legend

Watching Beth Roars for years, this is easily my favourite now… heart welling with pride ☺️

Thanks so much for this. John is more than an institution here in Australia, he is one of our favourite sons. His catalogue of works are amazing from his time singing solo to his time as the lead singer of Little River Band. This song is a true anthem for us and you won't find an Aussie who doesn't break into song when this comes on the radio or TV. Unfortunately bon August 23rd 23022 john underwent 12 hour surgery on his throat after the discovery of cancer. He is recovering well which is the main thing, but we are yet to hear whether or not he will be able to sing again, something he loves so much. We are all so grateful for his recorded works and I am so lucky to have seen him sing in concert on a number of occasions, but I would give it all up just to know he is going to recover from this terrible news. Onya John. You can do it mate.

His counter harmonies on the final chorus get me every time, I swear.

One of the best male vocalists ever, Farnham has a 3 octave range and as you’ve rightly noted he full belts out his highest register notes without going into falsetto. He’s sung with Ray Charles, Tom Jones, Celine Dion.. just legendary. Thanks for the reaction! PS Farnham was born in England. Our other Aussie legend Jimmy Barnes was born in Scotland! Jimmy is the master of false vocal chords!

@mrmockatoo6786

Жыл бұрын

Kappy, Kappy, Kappy...vocal cords, surely? You had me going with the 'chords" bit...mind you, it'd be a handy trick; he could sack the kids and sing lead and bv's at the same time.

@Dr_KAP

Жыл бұрын

@@mrmockatoo6786 yes Mocky, the use of false vocal cords is what allows Jimmy Barnes to belt the way he does without losing his voice! PS thanks for pointing out my typo. I’m slipping.. 😆

@mrmockatoo6786

Жыл бұрын

@@Dr_KAP As long as you put the scalpel down first 😂

@marieclaire648

Жыл бұрын

Jimmy is a screamer - gives me headaches listening to him and also a sore throat by just watching him.

@LJW55

Жыл бұрын

I once rang a radio station to complain about them playing so much Cold Chisel/Jimmy Barnes (can't stand either) and was called unAustralian on air... I laughed out loud and called the announcer a dick and he hung up on me... 😂🤣😂

Welcome to the rabbit hole which contains quite a few iconic Australian singers. As many people have already mentioned, John Farnham's version of Help is a must-see. As is the duet with Jimmy Barnes singing 'When Something is Wrong With my Baby.' Then that will open the whole Jimmy Barnes/Cold Chisel rabbit hole. Lots of rabbit holes, but then again, this is Australia.

@HeAhaBro

Жыл бұрын

He's English bro!

@erwinzyx

Жыл бұрын

@@HeAhaBro - John Farnham is a British-born Australian Singer. He has lived for more than 60 years in Australia, therefore he is an Australian.

@elyneda

Жыл бұрын

@@erwinzyx and he considers himself Australian. That’s what matters 😊

@robsalvv5853

Жыл бұрын

Has Beth taken a look at Barnsey??!

@Jeffzda

Жыл бұрын

@@robsalvv5853 Barnsey is Scottish mate ;)

I loved watching you fall in love with Johnny, he’s an Australian icon and as loved as Steve Irin. I grew up listening to him and still do at 39! So talented, so cheeky, so loved. He made a whole concert when we had bad bush fires for donations, he’s an Angel of a person ❤

@kelliewhyte_85

Жыл бұрын

I'm 37 and heard him a lot growing up myself!!! Have seen him in concert TWICE now and he is freaking AMAZING!!!

Love how much you love this as a singer. Same as me. Watching his vowel work, his placement. He’s a phenomenon. And he’s always like this. Never less than a tour de force. ❤❤ love him to bits. This is the archetypal Aussie anthem.

Thanks Beth! I have been playing bass in US bands for (literally) 50 years, and I am amazed that I, too, had not been aware of John Farnam. Shame on me for being so provincial. Thank you for your coaching, and even more for your willingness to seek out and share vocalists from around the globe.

@BethRoars

10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the super chat! Don't worry, I wasn't really aware either! What a voice!

My understanding is, that John never had formal training as a young man, he is a naturally gifted singer & arguably one of our greatest singers ever!!! A proud Aussie! 🥰

@CC3193

10 ай бұрын

No, he didn’t! You’re right. He’s been a singer/ songwriter since he was a boy & has perfect pitch, tone, delivery and always been a natural performer too. It’s sooo impressive to realise as an adult when we grew up with his ‘80s era (my parents grew up in his “Johnny” Farnham era) I love watching his earliest performances when he was starting out.

@wyattfamily8997

10 ай бұрын

He started out as a Plumbers apprentice. Correct, no formal training just natural talent.

You would be pleased to know that John Farnham is also a genuine, kind Australian bloke...I remember as a kid his apearances on "Hey Hey its Saturday" in the late 80s and 90s were always alot of fun...he would sing and then stay around for number of segments after....

With all that talent and music produced on stage, still John’s voice is the centre of it all, showing how prominent and great his voice is.

Glad to see you finally covering John Farnham he's an absolute legend cheers from Australia Beth ^-^

Can Not Believe You Haven't Heard Farnsie BEFORE !!! OMG! He IS The Voice. Absolute legend. Not the least because he was a Plumber's Apprentice before he launched into singing and has never had a formal vocal lesson. He said he just listened to as many other singers as he could and then just 'tried it out'. Not bad for self taught huh!? He's also a terrific song writer. You should listen to the song he wrote for his wife; " Burn For You' and " Help" ( from this same Concert } and so many more. Enjoy. : )

I think the backing vocalists deserve a bit of love as well. I’m sure John rode them hard to get what he wanted, but the result is exquisite - just listen to the acapella part. I especially like how perfectly they sync with his prolonged note in the last pre-chorus: ””How long can we look at eachotheeeeeeeerr…”. So sweet. Also, I’m forever impressed with sound engineers who make a perfect mix out of this many sound sources. Not for the faint of heart.

He was my first musical love 😊 5 years old and I fell in love with him. Nearly 40 years later, I love him still and this song still speaks to me ❤️ you’ve made my day reviewing John ‘The Voice’ Farnham 😊

@stacey7529

Жыл бұрын

Same. I was 4. 35 years later I still love him. ❤

Love your reaction, he’s one of the greats. Would quite enjoy seeing you breakdown the complementary and contrasting dynamics of the soulful duet John did with the gravelly, hard-rocking Jimmy Barnes, “When Something Is Wrong With My Baby”. Or really any of Farnsey’s other songs, they’re all masterful.

@SgtGunny-gz5hg

Жыл бұрын

Yes I concur. Definitely needs to be done that song.

@radioethiopiate9327

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree on "When Something Is Wrong With My Baby". Would love to see Beth break down Jimmy's voice.

@ianbertenshaw4350

Жыл бұрын

I mentioned about that song a long time ago but it never seems to eventuate ! There are three great singers in that song Barnes , Farnham and Diesel ( i believe he does the the back up harmony as well as play the guitar) .

@PhantomFilmAustralia

Жыл бұрын

Farnsie & Barnsie

Mister John Farnham YOU are the voice!!! Beth I looooove your reaction! This is an incredible composition and the message is a real anthem, so positive and so uplifting. I wonder... will we hear your cover of this one Beth?

Your absolute joy at discovering John is infectious.

Surprise! The greatest reaction to a fine song ! As an Aussie, John was our hero! Bagpipes are popular here in music too…. Check out AC/DC. I went to this tour in Brisbane. Thanks Beth, you reaction was honest and beautiful!

I love that you can understand every word. Diction...enunciation...projection...perfect.

Yes. As an Australian I was shocked and horrified that you had not listened to John Farnham before. And I'm also thrilled and delighted that you now have. He is an Australian icon. Humble. Unassuming. And a force of nature.

Us Aussies are loving ‘John Farnham: Finding the Voice’ a docu-film telling John’s amazing story. It was just released this year. I highly recommend you watch it. I laughed when they showed his 1987 tour performance in Germany - they didn’t have a bagpiper, so they just dressed a roadie in a kilt & Scottish get-up & pushed him on stage with the bagpipes to pretend to play the solo for a minute. He had major stage fright though, poor lad 😬 Hopefully he has fond memories looking back now 🤞🏻

Greatest voice I have ever heard and the greatest performer I have ever seen!!! This man and his voice is ridiculous!!!

An unofficial National anthem back in the day. Everyone could sing this one. It's the distortion in his belts that really gets me. The power of his voice is obvious by how far away he has to hold the microphone at times. As others have suggested, John's cover of 'Help' from the same concert will really get your attention. Please make it a priority.

@troystaunton254

Жыл бұрын

This working class man and true blue are the only songs I recognise as our national anthems. Advance Australia fair can suck my anus.

As a (half) Scotsman brought up in Australia I definitely had some kind of emotional response to your reaction to the bagpipes on this one. Loved this. "Reasons" is another great one to check out from John. Jorn Lande has a sensational hard rock version of this track too.

@megachristina12ify

Жыл бұрын

I'm Finnish but I have Scottish blood and I have the same thing: I have some kind of emotional response once the bagpipes appear!

Gave me goosebumps watching your reaction. This song is iconic here in Australia.

The greatest male voice ever in my opinion

6:33 I just loved seeing Beths surprise reaction when the man walked on stage and started playing the bagpipes. Nice one Beth. I love this song thanks for sharing.

Good to see the Legend getting some attention, when Home Free came to Australia they did part of the chorus of this song and everyone in the audience answered just like they did here, it's an unofficial anthem for all Aussies and the message is just as important now as when it was written over 30 years ago. The reason people who want an expert breakdown like this will use this version is because, on studio albums he pulls it back and doesn't give it everything like his does in a live performance. His backup singers have been with him for most of their careers (his and theirs) and when asked if they wanted to go do their own thing, which they're well talented enough to do, they always said "No, we want to stay with John" Great to see an analysis like this Beth, hope to see more John Farnham on your channel in future.

Another Aussie here. I live right by an events venue. Whenever they have a cover band do a version of this song the entire place erupts in unison with the singer. It truly does hold anthem status. Power to you, John x

I saw him live when someone pulled out on a friend and a free ticket came my way. It was an emotional performance. I loved it! He also has a great sense of humour on stage.❤

John Farnham's voice has always had an emotional impact on me. Just the knowledge that a voice like his exists makes me happy. That mine will never be like his makes me envious (but not despondent - I like my voice, it just isn't like his, is all). The beauty and power makes me seriously cry with joy and awe every time I listen to him sing certain songs. Thank you for reacting to him.

When you saw the Bagpiper that's when I broke too. Im an Aboriginal female Australia and I so get it. To hear ones cultural soul music blended in such a production along with the musicality of a big production of music professionals such as an orchestra and band. Let alone the vocal powerhouse on vocals. I totally get it. John Farnham is an Aussie Legend and called The Voice in my country . Loved your reaction to this powerful song's, lyrical and live rendition. Stay well my Sista. : )

Thanks for your your kind words on a great singer...let's hope he sings again❤️

‘You’re the Voice’ is basically an unofficial Aussie anthem. John Farnham is one of the most incredible voices to come out of this country. A lot of us get emotional just like you did 😍 My favourite performance by Farnham is ‘Everything’s Alright’ from Jesus Christ Superstar with Kate Ceberano and John Stevens from Noiseworks. His voice just SOARS. Would love to hear your reaction to all three of those singers!

This was one of my favorite songs at some time around 1990, but I only ever knew the studio version, I didn't know how amazing he was live.

@davelister2

Жыл бұрын

He pulls himself back in the studio, why I don’t know, but as you see in the live version he takes the brakes off and goes full throttle

Wow, you missed out without the Voice. He never had a voice lesson, his range is amazing. The Orchestra love him and this song always has bagpipes.

When he gave it to the bagpiper. It just had that catchy sound. It just blew my mind.

When I was 17, John was 19, and the local speedway operator decided to run a music festival at the Liverpool Speedway (NSW), close to where I live. John was just starting out on his long singing career (he is now 73), and the expected crowds didn't arrive, so they refused to let John come on stage because they didn't want to pay him his full fee... I was very disappointed.

So happy you've found John. He is vocally extraordinary and his stage craft is also not to be dismissed. An absolute professional. I was hanging on the edge of my chair waiting for you to reach the bagpipe sequence also. Totally worth it. As quite a few others have mentioned, if you're planning a dive into John Farnham, make sure you check out his cover of "Help" by The Beatles from this same concert. It is a master class. Greatest male vocalist not to be a household name around the world!

@BethRoars

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Thanks Trent. Just finished listening to Help 🤯

@kingdomsupes1

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@@BethRoars awesome! Hope your mind was suitably blown 🤯

@victoriagill1588

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I guess the natural progression is Jimmy and Diesel 🤣

@kingdomsupes1

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@@victoriagill1588 Maybe Jimmy & Johnny doing When the War is Over 😃

@robertcockerell3640

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@@BethRoars - what did you think of John’s rendition of “Help”?

Farnsy's voice is just natural easy... there is not effort for him, which is why he has such fun singing.... a true living legend. He barely needs a mic.... Aussie anthem.. which in the last few years should be a world anthem. Even those of us who grew up with this song... we still get emotional whenever he sings it.... Also of note his backing vocalists.. they have been with him forever and really compliment his voice....

@jutlander6057

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My thoughts exactly! This should be the anthem of the world, now more than ever . This man’s voice brings tears to my eyes, can’t be explained!

I loved this video so much - I absolutely loved this song growing up. I’m a member of a choir now and they covered this years before I joined it - it came back into our repertoire pre corona. I got to perform it twice pre lock down - a real crowd pleaser! Our choir leader got the crowd to join in - a great feel good to sing song, very motivational, great to really belt it out, and a fantastic song to really challenge male bass! And great with the bag pipes - they make it along with the amazing Melbourne orchestra!

This song sounds like an opera! I really LOOOOOOOOOOOOVE it! Best regards from Brazil.

Every Song on the Album where this Song is on, is really absolute impressive !!! I'm just realizing how old i am 😪

I've seen many reactions to this song, but I think this is one of the best, the pure joy on your face when the bagpipes hit was beautiful. Would love to see you react to John Farnham and Jimmy Barnes "When something is wrong with my baby" As they're 2 amazing Australian voices, very differently utilised but together have so much power.

John has been singing like this since the 60’s

Watching your (visceral) reaction to this was an absolute joy. Thank you!

I've been waiting for you to react to the singing legend that is John Farnham this man should have been a world wide phenomenon not just in Australia and New Zealand.

The bagpipes really make this song.. And John's superb vocals of course

The Man The Legend, beautiful voice power and passion. This is not a song its an Anthem. The unofficial Australian National Anthem that more than just an entire Country know all the words to. I am Canadian and I will stand for this man singing this song. Much RESPECT!!!!!!

Love your reaction to him here :D as an Aussie, I've grown up listening to him sing. What a voice.... he's just a really nice bloke too. Thanks for sharing this with us Beth.

This is my favourite Aussie song and your reaction to the bagpipes is probably the most wholesome thing I’ll see all year 🥹 love your work!

For a vocal coach, the one you need to see is John Farnham and his backup singer doing "Amazing Grace" It starts with just their voices and grows into an epic gospel classic.

John has such extraordinary crowd command. I took my new hubby( not a Farnham fan) to see this performance (@ Melbourne Concert Hall) and by the time the bagpipes came out the entire audience were on their feet clapping along. Even hubby!

One of the greatest voices who ever graced our world

I hadn't realized til now how much of a vocal powerhouse this man is, WOW!! And, by the way, I teared up as well, listening to him and watching you tear up. Thanks! That just healed me after the shitty night I'd had earlier this evening.

Yes, Help cover from the same concert will blow your mind.

Your reaction to the bagpipe was so good! Love this song! My god that man can sing!

My reaction when listening to this song is the same as yours. Every single time! With open mouth and instantly raising my arms in the air when the chorus starts. This song came out when I was 16 and it became one of my all time favourites. John Farnham is such a great singer and performer. So powerful, so macho without being unsympathetic. He even nails it being 70. Search for John Farnham, Queen, Olivia Newton-John.