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Russ Willoughby
Добавлен 25 сен 2018
Welcome to my channel....Russ Willoughby here (you were expecting Amelia Earhart?). Please check out my array of "Remakes of a Classic" videos, covering some of the coolest music from the 60s and 70s. I record and shoot each part (instruments and vocals) in real time - no lip-synching - using a Yamaha AW1600 multi-track for the audio and my Galaxy phone for the videos. I then import everything into Movavi video making software on my PC. The finished product takes roughly eight or nine hours to complete.
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Hold Your Head Up Cover
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That’s right! For the first time since May of last year I’m finally getting around to posting a new video. The last 16 months have been busy. Not only did I write and record a new album of original tunes, I’ve also been playing a lot with Under the Sun and Closer to 9, the two bands I’m in. I also took a few months to finish off the studio.
Anyway…..
“Hold Your Head Up” came to be because the members of The Zombies weren’t happy with what they thought was a lack of success. The first two singles from the band’s last album, Odessey and Oracle (released in the UK in 1967) failed to chart, and so the band decided to split up. After the album was released in the U.S. the fol...
That’s right! For the first time since May of last year I’m finally getting around to posting a new video. The last 16 months have been busy. Not only did I write and record a new album of original tunes, I’ve also been playing a lot with Under the Sun and Closer to 9, the two bands I’m in. I also took a few months to finish off the studio.
Anyway…..
“Hold Your Head Up” came to be because the members of The Zombies weren’t happy with what they thought was a lack of success. The first two singles from the band’s last album, Odessey and Oracle (released in the UK in 1967) failed to chart, and so the band decided to split up. After the album was released in the U.S. the fol...
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An Announcement from Russ
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As I mentioned in the video, the reason I haven't posted any new "Remake of a Classic" videos in a while is because I've been working on an album of original material. Happy to say it's done and available. It's called Willoughby - Back to Basics, and it includes 12 tunes in the Rock/Pop genre. Like the videos I've posted I'm playing all the instruments and doing all the vocals. I also recorded,...
Make it With You Cover
Просмотров 15 тыс.2 года назад
This week’s “Remake of a Classic first appeared on Bread's 1970 album, On the Waters. Released as a single that June, it was the group's first top-ten hit on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart and spent the week of August 22, 1970, at number one, their only single to do so; it also reached number five on the UK Singles Chart. Billboard ranked "Make It with You" as the No. 13 song of 1970, and ...
I'll Be Around Cover
Просмотров 12 тыс.2 года назад
Released in July 1972, this week’s “Remake of a Classic” was originally the B-side of The Spinners single, “How Could I Let You Get Away”. However, radio deejays begin flipping the record over and "I'll Be Around" became an unexpected hit, eventually spending five weeks at number one on the U.S. R&B chart and reaching number three on the U.S. Pop chart. It reached sales of over one million copi...
Diamond Girl Cover
Просмотров 7 тыс.2 года назад
This week’s “Remake of a Classic” is Seals & Crofts’ timeless 1973 masterpiece, “Diamond Girl”. I had originally started working on another tune, but with the death of Jim Seals I thought this was appropriate. As far as there being an interesting story behind the tune, nothing really stands out. It reached No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100, and No. 4 on the Adult Contemporary chart. Although the h...
Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me Cover
Просмотров 7 тыс.2 года назад
This week's “Remake of a Classic” was first released in July 1972 on Mac Davis' Columbia Records album, Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me. The song reached No.1 on both the Billboard Hot 100 and Easy Listening charts. It spent three weeks atop each chart, and was ranked the No. 8 song of 1972. At the same time, the song was a modest country hit, reaching No. 26. Davis wrote the tune after Columbia in...
Because Cover
Просмотров 19 тыс.2 года назад
Released by The Dave Clark Five in 1964, this week's “Remake of a Classic”, which appeared on their third album, “American Tour”, was a major departure from the band's usual power pop style it was typically known for. Written by Clark and lead vocalist Mike Smith, the song was released in the UK as the B-side to "Can't You See That She's Mine", but Clark insisted Epic Records release it in the ...
He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother Cover
Просмотров 20 тыс.2 года назад
The origin of this week's “Remake of a Classic” supposedly dates back to the 1884 book, “The Parables of Jesus” by James Wells, Moderator of the United Free Church of Scotland. In the book he tells the story of a little girl struggling to carry a baby boy. When asked if she was tired, she replied, “No. He's na heavy. He's mi brither.” In 1924 Roe Fulkerson, the first editor of Kiwanis Magazine,...
A Summer Song Cover
Просмотров 12 тыс.2 года назад
This week’s “Remake of a Classic” comes to us from the British duo, Chad & Jeremy (Chad Stuart and Jeremy Clyde). First released in July 1964, “A Summer Song” was originally written by Clive Metcalfe and Keith Noble (both of whom had connections with Pink Floyd). Metcalfe wrote the tune and Noble later added lyrics. One night they played the song at a bistro in London. Chad Stuart heard it, lik...
You Just May Be The One Cover
Просмотров 11 тыс.2 года назад
I had originally started working on a different “Remake of a Classic”, but with yesterday's sad news that Mike Nesmith has passed away I thought, instead, I'd pay tribute to him by doing my favorite Nesmith tune. After all, I grew up adoring The Monkees, and Mike in particular. Yep, I had the Monkees hand puppet, lunchbox, I'd beg my mom to buy the cereal with a Monkees record pressed onto the ...
I Woke Up In Love This Morning Cover
Просмотров 10 тыс.2 года назад
I know what some of you are thinking about this week’s “Remake of a Classic.” The Partridge Family? Really? Well, in my opinion a good song is a good song - no matter who does it - and I personally like this one. It’s got drive, it’s a little ballsy, and the playing and vocals are stellar. But, then again, with members of L.A.’s famous Wrecking Crew handling all the instruments, and Jackie (Rob...
Mother Freedom Cover
Просмотров 9 тыс.2 года назад
Released as a single in 1971, this week’s “Remake of a Classic” made it onto Bread’s 1972 album, “Baby I’m-a Want You.” Although the album spawned several hit singles (“Baby I’m-a Want You”, “Everything I Own”, and “Diary”), “Mother Freedom” failed to enjoy the same success on the charts; topping out at No. 37 on the Billboard Top 100. While most Bread songs were wistful love songs, “Mother Fre...
There's A Kind Of Hush Cover
Просмотров 25 тыс.2 года назад
Written by Les Reed and Geoff Stephens, this week's “Remake of a Classic” was originally introduced on the 1966 album “Winchester Cathedral” by Stephens' group, the New Vaudeville Band. Although the tune was made popular by Herman's Hermits' 1967 cover - on which my version is based - it was a group from Franklin, Ohio (between Dayton and Cincinnati) who first released it as a single. The band,...
Mr. Tambourine Man Cover
Просмотров 21 тыс.2 года назад
Written by Bob Dylan, this week's "Remake of a Classic", The Byrds version of Mr. Tambourine Man, was recorded on January 20, 1965 at Columbia Studios in Hollywood. The song's jangling, melodic guitar line (performed by Roger (Jim) McGuinn on a 12-string Rickenbacker) was immediately influential, and has remained so to this day. Due to producer Terry Melcher's lack of confidence in the rest of ...
A World Without Love Cover
Просмотров 11 тыс.2 года назад
This week’s “Remake of a Classic” was first released in February 1964 by the folk duo, Peter and Gordon (Peter Asher and Gordon Waller). Written by Paul McCartney, and attributed to Lennon-McCartney, it’s the biggest Lennon-McCartney hit not actually released by The Beatles. It reached number one in the UK, U.S., Ireland, Canada and New Zealand. McCartney wrote the song when he was 16. In 1963,...
Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes) Cover
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Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes) Cover
I Won't Last A Day Without You Cover
Просмотров 7 тыс.3 года назад
I Won't Last A Day Without You Cover
Here Comes That Rainy Day Feeling Again Cover
Просмотров 23 тыс.3 года назад
Here Comes That Rainy Day Feeling Again Cover
Turn to Stone Cover - UNDER THE SUN
Просмотров 10 тыс.3 года назад
Turn to Stone Cover - UNDER THE SUN
Excellent
I agree. Too fast. Lost the groove. Nice job though.
I love this version!!.Grass roots would be happy 😂😂!!
First complete song I taught a friend when I sold him my guitar - I was giving up learning to play but when we played it together I decided to get a better guitar instead... almost 40 years later we are still in a band together. Never gigged Mother Freedom but seeing this great cover makes me want to add it to the set.
Man, everyone of your songs you do so well. A real pleasure to watch and hear.
Wow. I like this version even more than the original. Greater depth and color.
Outstanding Russ
Excellent!
I like this The five guys band . You'll nailed it five times over 😂
Wow, you are so good!!! Thanks for the treat..
My perspective You are very gifted And thank you for sharing! One of my favorites 70s song
Damn good musician we got here. Keep it up. Love your selections too.
@natalieabel6297 and I absolutely love the hit songs from the 60s this is one of them
I’m surprise RUclips does not hit you a copy right strike.
What WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL job!!!!!!!!!
It's beautiful my friend
Impresionante como tocan , wuau!! Muchas bendiciones para ustedes!! Slds desde México ❤😊
Great cover of a classic by Peter noone bravo!
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You did it alone😮😮😮😮😮😮
These guys he has got there are 🔥
Im 65 years old. I was a huge Monkees fan. This is one of my favorite songs by anyone. Thank you for the spot on performance.
I was always hopin I'd meet some cool chick named Rosemary back when I was hearing this awesome song and at 10 years old. I never did. There was also a song about a Rose Marie. (Smile A Little Smile). Anyway----great job!
Great cover. One of the best I've heard.
Holy crap this guy is good!
This is brilliant!! I love this song since I was young. It's my top 10 all time favourites. Thanks for sharing. Your musicianship is excellent. Please keep on playing and enjoying and sharing. Thank you!!! Have a great day 😊
Very GOOD interpretation !!! You didn’t denatured the song. Very pleasant to listen. 😮😮😮😮😮
That was very good. Thank you for sharing.
It's too fast...but good.
Excelente trabajo ....Gracias❤
wow! this is incredible!
David Gates would give you two thumbs up
If Russ goes on tour does he have to share what he makes with himself 5 times ???
Great fade out Russ. Well done
One of the best covers on RUclips! 🤩😎
Great job!!
nice cover bro
Awesome..............................................
I love this rendition, I've already listened to it several times. Thanks for putting in the time and energy to produce it!
I’ve listened to a few of your covers and I’ve got to say, Man you are very talented. Excellent job on all. Standing ovation 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Fantastic!
Awesome job!!!
It broke America with this melodic gem. Good cover my friend revisiting this classic pop song.......
Our-freakin-standing!
WOW! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥AWESOME sounding Tom, Kevin,Bob,John and Russ! 💕💞💖💝💘
I don’t know the technical name for it, but I like seeing all five of you on the screen at one time. And it’s nice and clear. 😊
Most excellent work Russ! Beautiful rhythm. Nice T, as well...Cheers 🤣😁
Thanks for keeping this music alive with your fantastic cover!
maquinaaaa!
Some of the best covers I've ever heard
Just like the original, 2:09 seconds of bliss 😊 Great performance Russ , I’m new to your channel but enjoyed every song that you have covered. Hope to hear some new songs soon .