I always urge anyone who is a singer to watch John Farnham's immaculate mic technique. He knows exactly how far from his mouth to hold the mic every time he goes for a big note. Sometimes it's nearly a foot from his mouth, that's how far his voice projects.
The control he has over his breath and range during the chorus of this song is absolutely phenomenal. And he does it with such ease- this is serious vocal control on display here !
This is the most beautiful song and Johns vocals are unbelievably emotional and strong, what a lucky wife he has that he obviously co wrote this with her in mind ....wow, just wow
Thanks for your reaction and the respect for John. He co-wrote this song and it's about being away from their partners when they are on tour. When you listen to the lyrics understanding this, you really get the feels. His voice ... well, you are right Teez - he just makes you feel whatever he's singing. We're used to him belting out big songs but this shows his voice and his ability to sell the lyrics. And, of course, this was LIVE. No autotune and fiddling. What I loved about this video is you see about half way through they zoom out and John is just standing like a small figure in the middle of the stage singing his heart out. That's our John - singing his heart out. Love him. Loved your reaction. The other thing ... John always acknowledges the musicians, many of whom have been with him for years.
It is a shame people in the USA only just discovered this amazing music from our John Farnham. He is a living legend. Check out Please Dont Ask Me.... that is an amazing song.
One of Johns very best is TOUCH OF PARADISE. THAT'S ONE YOU MUST HEAR. JOHN IS NOW 70 AND I DO NOT DOUBT FOR A MOMENT HE CAN STILL HIT THE BIG NOTES. Another is LIFT IT UP MY ANGEL ABSOLUTELY AMAZING.
❤️😍❤️😍 thankyou again If you liked this one you will love John Farnham and Olivia Newton John singing ‘Please Don’t Ask Me’ live performance at The Main Event Melbourne Tennis Centre 1998
@@kilgh Only if you're paying attention to old medias. Most youth do not pay much attention to old medias because they know where the good stuff is. It's not hard to find. And many of them such as Aurora do not use auto-tune for their voices because don't need it.
@@messysg1 Me as well I have to admit Im appreciating him more now Loving his older music now He is so talented didnt really listen to his music so closely as I am now With utube it makes it easier to watch his concerts and feel the emotion of his music I appreciate him a lot now Thank you John fir giving us so much
As an aussie who grew up on JF its so heart warming to see people are still discovering and understanding how amazing he is. Great reaction Brah. You have a new sub in me.
Yes...finally...someone doing this amazing song and performance. If you don't get a tear in your eye, listening to this, then you cannot be human..wow....
Thank you Rick so much for this request. I love this song and this performance one of my favourite of his just him and the guitar. Gives the goosebumps every single time, the best voice of all time in my opinion.
Did you catch where he forgot the lyrics (you can see it on his face) - he was notorious for it and always joked about it - never stressed just picked it up seamlessly
My friend used to go to school with hes son and he’s stories of going around to Johnnys house playing pool and having Johnny just sing over the games room bar was just a common thing for him growing up as he was just so happy & willing to engage & entertain & hang out with hes son & he’s mates. I was in grade 5 when this song came out in 1986 and we kids instantly picked it as our closing song to our end of year play performance. Great memories as it brings a tear of joy & pride of this great Aussie & message in the performance - which is so relevant to today’s chaos & confusion in response to the growing totalitarian global control
I’ve seen him live, what a treat! He’s a freakin legend here in Aus...any sound he does live is incredible. Try Help or When The War Is Over, two of the best. Also, of course, You’re the Voice (John is known as “the voice” here)
As a 53 yr old Aussie, growing up to John Farnham, having met and chatted with him over the years, and seen him live a few times............. and he having so many whopping tunes.......................a most underrated song of his is 'The Fire'................emotional as F#¥K 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
He did tour the U.S. as lead singer for The Little River Band. I might recommend Please don't ask me or Help or One is the loneliest number. He is blessed and so are we.💛
Thank you for 'finding' & sharing our John - one of the most brilliant artists on the planet - with a simply beautiful voice, and a thoroughly decent guy as well. Love from down here in TASSIE { Tasmania }
Another classic from old farnham, pure voice!!! Great reaction, check out reminiscing he performed with little river band, shows his versatility and groovey side!!! You wont regret it.
@@rickandersen2284 I Do Not understand your contempt. My request for "Angels" is a suggestion/request for More John Farnham music. So, kindly btf off!!🎧😎✌
@@maryhuhnke8496 I didn't mean to be mean... it's ust that the resurgence of John Farnham as you put it is no coincidence. In the main they are all paid for by somebody....like this one. I would love more people who enjoy them to make their own requests and push them through with a little support so I can enjoy their requests. But I suspect Teez is likely to tell me to btf whatever that means if I upset people making innocent unpaid requests. I wish we could organise our approach ie I pay for this one you pay for the next one. That way we'd get more up. I realize you're a fan. And I'm glad you enjoy my requests.
Hey man love to hear an outsiders opinion on the old boy, I saw him live in Elder Park a couple years back (2018) and I genuinely couldn't hear too much change between then and now, he absolutely smashes it out and is one of the best singers Australia has to offer I'm gonna go through the rest of your JF catalogue and give them a bash. Not sure if you checked out Playing To Win by John when he was in The Little River Band but it's an absolute blast. On a side note and not sure if anyone else has mentioned this and if they have I apologise but the reason why he keeps having so many "Last Times/Tours" is because the guy that books his venues is an old mate of his and he is in massive gambling debt and Johnny keeps coming out to bail him out. At least this is what I've heard. Keep up the great work brother sorry about the wall of text and much love from the AU.
@@paul-Ess he's cheap. He only asks for 5 but I sent a bit more..US dollars...and include the link so he doesn't have to search for it. Good luck. What we need is for people in the US to start requesting JF!
If you think that was good? That's nothing, please react to John Farnham - Beyond the call (Brisbane expo) or John Farnham - See the banners fall. Both LIVE please! In Australia we call him The Voice Killer coz he kills all the other voices. I like that you even took notes on the performance. A+ right? LOL
And you are probably too young to remember the Pop Idol days when 4 or 5 girls would have to be hauled out of the front row as they had fainted or were on the verge of fainting!
John Farnham is the GOAT.
Even in his 70s he can still belt it out better that anyone else
That was recorded 32 years ago and he sounded just as good the last time I saw him 2 years ago..............the man is a legend.
Every Aussie out there is watching the various John Farnham videos waiting to see who will be the first to find Sadie the Cleaning Lady 😂
hahahahaha
I've seen a reaction to Sadie 🤣, a female English reactor did it awhile ago when she went down a Farnham rabbit hole!
Very funny I hope not
@@michellebostock4276 ruclips.net/video/x6nzynCkDCA/видео.html
@@jemxs Oh no how funny Hope people dont judge John by this Ha ha
I always urge anyone who is a singer to watch John Farnham's immaculate mic technique. He knows exactly how far from his mouth to hold the mic every time he goes for a big note. Sometimes it's nearly a foot from his mouth, that's how far his voice projects.
The control he has over his breath and range during the chorus of this song is absolutely phenomenal. And he does it with such ease- this is serious vocal control on display here !
This is the most beautiful song and Johns vocals are unbelievably emotional and strong, what a lucky wife he has that he obviously co wrote this with her in mind ....wow, just wow
Thanks for your reaction and the respect for John. He co-wrote this song and it's about being away from their partners when they are on tour. When you listen to the lyrics understanding this, you really get the feels. His voice ... well, you are right Teez - he just makes you feel whatever he's singing. We're used to him belting out big songs but this shows his voice and his ability to sell the lyrics. And, of course, this was LIVE. No autotune and fiddling. What I loved about this video is you see about half way through they zoom out and John is just standing like a small figure in the middle of the stage singing his heart out. That's our John - singing his heart out. Love him. Loved your reaction. The other thing ... John always acknowledges the musicians, many of whom have been with him for years.
One of John’s best but there’s so many you never get sick of listening to him, he’s just amazing. His not called the The Voice for nothing. 🇦🇺🥰
It is a shame people in the USA only just discovered this amazing music from our John Farnham. He is a living legend. Check out Please Dont Ask Me.... that is an amazing song.
This song always makes me cry,its so sad and so beautiful..Love John Farnham so much as does every Aussie..
One of Johns very best is TOUCH OF PARADISE. THAT'S ONE YOU MUST HEAR. JOHN IS NOW 70 AND I DO NOT DOUBT FOR A MOMENT HE CAN STILL HIT THE BIG NOTES. Another is LIFT IT UP MY ANGEL ABSOLUTELY AMAZING.
This song still makes me as weak at the knees as 1st time I heard it. This man has the feels all through his voice. Love everything he has ever done.
Phil buckle on guitar, perfect playing, John amazing.
❤️😍❤️😍 thankyou again
If you liked this one you will love John Farnham and Olivia Newton John singing
‘Please Don’t Ask Me’ live performance at The Main Event Melbourne Tennis Centre 1998
Thanks sooo much for playing this. John Farnham is a huge part of the fabric of Australia. We love him so much. (Angela Mosley Sydney Australia)
Back in the days when people could sing.
Young singers have amazing talent.
@@TheNakedWombat Just not the ones record companies push generally.
@@kilgh American kids for a quick dollar is capitalist cancer. It is easy to look at the vast pool of talented youth out there.
@@TheNakedWombat Agreed. But the target audience misses out on it.
@@kilgh Only if you're paying attention to old medias. Most youth do not pay much attention to old medias because they know where the good stuff is. It's not hard to find. And many of them such as Aurora do not use auto-tune for their voices because don't need it.
Very proud of our Australian icon, John Farnham, it’s nice you’re enjoying his performance 👍
Just imagine how big John would of been outside of Australiao if social media was around then.
Is it just me of does there seem to be an awareness happening?
I'm actually happy people other than Australians are actually getting to hear and appreciate his great talent
@@toddyrocket296 Yep
Loved him since Whispering Jack.
@@messysg1 Me as well I have to admit Im appreciating him more now Loving his older music now He is so talented didnt really listen to his music so closely as I am now With utube it makes it easier to watch his concerts and feel the emotion of his music I appreciate him a lot now Thank you John fir giving us so much
John Farnham is a natural treasure. Him and Jimmy Barnes do a great duo (trio if you count Diesel)
He's done a few with Tom Jones as well
There is only one word to describe him G.O.A.T !!!!!
As an aussie who grew up on JF its so heart warming to see people are still discovering and understanding how amazing he is. Great reaction Brah. You have a new sub in me.
Yes...finally...someone doing this amazing song and performance. If you don't get a tear in your eye, listening to this, then you cannot be human..wow....
Music is there to make you feel something and he accomplishes that every time...that’s John Farnham
Always one of my favourite Farnsey song it’s just stunning 🤩 💕🇦🇺
Thank you Rick so much for this request. I love this song and this performance one of my favourite of his just him and the guitar. Gives the goosebumps every single time, the best voice of all time in my opinion.
I love that you enjoy and are enchanted by Aussie music, it's to be shared for all mate!! Love ya!!
Great song and love your reaction thankyou.
If you like the feels when he sings this one you should listen to him sing live
‘Please Don’t Ask Me’ 😍❤️
Did you catch where he forgot the lyrics (you can see it on his face) - he was notorious for it and always joked about it - never stressed just picked it up seamlessly
funny
He didn’t forget the lyrics he was waiting for the crowd to sing
My friend used to go to school with hes son and he’s stories of going around to Johnnys house playing pool and having Johnny just sing over the games room bar was just a common thing for him growing up as he was just so happy & willing to engage & entertain & hang out with hes son & he’s mates.
I was in grade 5 when this song came out in 1986 and we kids instantly picked it as our closing song to our end of year play performance. Great memories as it brings a tear of joy & pride of this great Aussie & message in the performance - which is so relevant to today’s chaos & confusion in response to the growing totalitarian global control
I've never seen any videos of him singing live,but damn it's awesome 👍👍 one hell of a voice 🎶🔥🎸🎶🔥🎸
I’ve seen him live, what a treat! He’s a freakin legend here in Aus...any sound he does live is incredible. Try Help or When The War Is Over, two of the best. Also, of course, You’re the Voice (John is known as “the voice” here)
Love this song & listening to John singing 🇦🇺
As a 53 yr old Aussie, growing up to John Farnham, having met and chatted with him over the years, and seen him live a few times............. and he having so many whopping tunes.......................a most underrated song of his is 'The Fire'................emotional as F#¥K 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
New 2 me. I'll be listening to more. Thanks to the requestor.
Just search John Farnham on RUclips... there's lots to choose from. Shame he never cracked the US market.
He did tour the U.S. as lead singer for The Little River Band. I might recommend Please don't ask me or Help or One is the loneliest number. He is blessed and so are we.💛
@@megandavies8590 Shame he never cracked it.
@@rickandersen2284 he was huge in Europe, a living legend here but couldn't get through the US market.
Australia loves this man , better days ahead for you xx
Not even in Rolling Stone magazines 100 greatest male vocalists, if you can believe that, what a freakin joke.
Thanks for including John. He's a legend here in aus.
Great review..... great song. That song will make any woman feel how much you love her.
Thank you for 'finding' & sharing our John - one of the most brilliant artists on the planet - with a simply beautiful voice, and a thoroughly decent guy as well.
Love from down here in TASSIE { Tasmania }
Another classic from old farnham, pure voice!!! Great reaction, check out reminiscing he performed with little river band, shows his versatility and groovey side!!! You wont regret it.
Love it Teez keep up the good reactions.
Love the resurgence of John Farnham! Now promise me you'll do "Angels"
Come on you can do better than that the guy is trying to pay the bills Mary! Apologies if you're already a patron...
@@rickandersen2284 I Do Not understand your contempt. My request for "Angels" is a suggestion/request for More John Farnham music. So, kindly btf off!!🎧😎✌
@@maryhuhnke8496 I didn't mean to be mean... it's ust that the resurgence of John Farnham as you put it is no coincidence. In the main they are all paid for by somebody....like this one. I would love more people who enjoy them to make their own requests and push them through with a little support so I can enjoy their requests. But I suspect Teez is likely to tell me to btf whatever that means if I upset people making innocent unpaid requests. I wish we could organise our approach ie I pay for this one you pay for the next one. That way we'd get more up. I realize you're a fan. And I'm glad you enjoy my requests.
@@rickandersen2284 I 💯 know where you are coming from. What is your John Farnham song?
@@maryhuhnke8496 Well my next request is Only Women Bleed.
This is gorgeous 💗.
Love your reaction, one of my favourite songs by him thankyou
🔥💜 WOW ! Another good one 👏 Great Voice such perfect control 👌
Simply amazing.......I'm running out of adjectives to describe this talent that is John Farnham. Oh.......and I subbed!
Please check out Angels. So lovely 😊😊😊
Phil Buckle actually wrote this song.. He is a great song writer and goes perfect with a greatest singer we have.
The producer, John and Phil, wrote it together, after a discussion about their wives, and how they all reacted, when they were on tour.
tough of paradise john farnham im australian grew up on this music,,, and check out john willamson cootamundra wattle
The Voice! Too much. Beautiful person too. 🔥🔥🔥❤️🙌👍😍
Hey! You should react to his live performance of "A touch of paradise". Its amazing! /Gabbi
You need to react to his live version of Amazing Grace. It's amazing. CHECK IT OUT
That you appreciate it....is appreciated 😎
Goosebumps
The Man doesn't need auto tune or lip sync
Best Aussie singer EVER...John Farnham
I really hope Farnsy is immortal
John the champ..Loving that you liking our Aussie boy
John 🥹 I love him🙏🏾💜✨ This song ✨🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
I cried i wept ❤😢
Beautiful song :)
You want tears... John with Olivia Newton John, at the main event concert singing please don't ask me.
You is tripping on JF Teez.
Hey man love to hear an outsiders opinion on the old boy, I saw him live in Elder Park a couple years back (2018) and I genuinely couldn't hear too much change between then and now, he absolutely smashes it out and is one of the best singers Australia has to offer I'm gonna go through the rest of your JF catalogue and give them a bash. Not sure if you checked out Playing To Win by John when he was in The Little River Band but it's an absolute blast. On a side note and not sure if anyone else has mentioned this and if they have I apologise but the reason why he keeps having so many "Last Times/Tours" is because the guy that books his venues is an old mate of his and he is in massive gambling debt and Johnny keeps coming out to bail him out. At least this is what I've heard. Keep up the great work brother sorry about the wall of text and much love from the AU.
Aussies do rock. There are so many others u should listen to. It’s a crime the US doesn’t have a clue about our stars.
Best male vocalist anywhere!
Haunting and captivating..........
All of johns music is filled with emotion,look up ONE if you haven't already, im a new subby so catching up on your vids, hi from Melbourne Australia
Reaction to “ playing to win “ by John Farnham 👍
Touching❤
That was great! Cheers Buddy.
Top stuff Rick.Get a request in for listen to the wind if you can m8 live at World expo 88.
@@paul-Ess it's not rocket science. Just go in through PayPal. These guys are just trying to pay the bills like the rest of us.
What's he charging?
@@paul-Ess he's cheap. He only asks for 5 but I sent a bit more..US dollars...and include the link so he doesn't have to search for it. Good luck. What we need is for people in the US to start requesting JF!
@@paul-Ess or you could become a patron?
Listen to See The Banners Fall.... a great song.
Our Aussie gem, this was for his wife
This song makes any person realize how deeply John loves his wife Jill. John adores his wife.
You have more song of Farnham. Help, Something is wrong with my baby with Jimmy Barnes,
and Your the voice. Everyone live is the best one, I think. 😊
He's done all of them already you asleep.
Check out this from when John was very young I'm sure you'll appreciate it, he's amazing even back then m.ruclips.net/video/Z7scTuXSYT4/видео.html
If you think that was good? That's nothing, please react to John Farnham - Beyond the call (Brisbane expo) or John Farnham - See the banners fall. Both LIVE please! In Australia we call him The Voice Killer coz he kills all the other voices. I like that you even took notes on the performance. A+ right? LOL
👍
John has the unique talent of melting women’s underwear, when it comes to love songs.
And you are probably too young to remember the Pop Idol days when 4 or 5 girls would have to be hauled out of the front row as they had fainted or were on the verge of fainting!
Listen to Comic Conversations or One.
Oohh comic conversation is a beauty, all those note changes... Her really does ballards beautifully.