I got to meet Johnny at Trudy B's in Freeport, NY back in the early '80's. I mentioned Welcome Me Love was my fav song EVER and he graciously gifted me an autographed tape. 2015, STILL my fav song EVER! RIP Johnny, until we meet again.
There are no words to describe how great this guy was I had the honor of seeing him in person , and also seeing Gary Puckett , two of the greatest voices of all time RIP JOHNNY
I was working as a DJ in a bikers bar when a barmaid named Barbara came into my both and said "do you have any Brooklyn Bridge" with you. I just came from a wedding and I did. So I was brave and took a break from the southern rock music that most of the crowd wanted and played the song for her, Welcome Me Love. Well needless to say she made me very happy later. The bikers left! We will always have his music and this was one of his best ever.
musicmaker1999 had it right. Johnny knew he was tallented but he was a humble gentleman and did not need to complain about not being in the Rock&Roll Hall of Fame. He sang because he was given a gift and he loved entertaining his fans. Why they have overlooked him all these years is not understood by many, but if he is not inducted soon, then the Rock&Roll Hall of Fame is a Farce!
Let's write to the Rock n Roll Hall of fame and petiton him on. That he is not there yet is a crying shame. How many singers can still have a sound this good.
Saw Johnny & BB on Monday night at Resorts in AC. What a show. This man has a voice that is a gift from God. Had a seat right next to the stage; the only thing better would have been center stage. I'll try for that the next time.
Johnny Maestro and Jay Black didn't lose one iota of their talent as they got older, and they never disappointed the audience. How many of today's "stars" will be doing as well when / if they reach their golden years?
Johnny Maestro truly had one of the best voices ever. My wife and I saw him too many times to count, and NEVER got tired of hearing him sing. My wife passed in March, now she can hear him sing in heaven.
The greatest voice in history of rock and roll and not in the R&R Hall of Fame. What a travesty!!! Look at this man's body of work over fifty years with some of the most recognizable songs. the R&R H of F is a joke. Don't forget it took them fifty years to induct the great Darlene Love. The joint belongs in Cleveland.
you can help by signing this! feel free to share :) love Johnny. nobody could sing like him. www.gopetition.com/petitions/induct-johnny-maestro-the-brooklyn-bridge-the-crests-into-the-rock-roll-hall-of-fame.html
I just heard of your passing now Johnny! Tears are falling from my eyes! I have admired your voice for so many years! I`ll will always be one of your many fans!
Ive lost a tiny piece of my soul. I still remember the first time I saw Johnny Maestro & the Brooklyn Bridge at the WCBS-FM 15th Anniversary concert. It was magical. I went to see him in small clubs in Brooklyn, outdoor concerts like the ones at the World Trade Center anywhere I could see him. Each time, it filled my heart and brought me so much joy. Thank you Johnny, for your wonderful music and your magical voice. Rest in peace as you sing for the angels. Im sure theyre listening in.
Why isn't this man in the rock n roll hall of fame. People please write in and let them know. I just got back from Cleveland Ohio. Some groups are there that shouldn't,and others that should be there are not. Very sad.
I saw Johnny perform his final concert at Mohegan Sun.....and as sick as he was, he sounded better than ever.......a true artist and person....I will always miss him!!!
Johnny maestro, How I miss this great singer. I am still broken hearted that he is gone, there was nobody like him. He belongs in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
You just can't explain the talent...so many years...I saw him perform several times and I never got enough.....RIP Johnny....We will never forget !!!!!
This song brings chills of wonderful memories. I play this for folks and none have ever heard it and they all fall in love with it before it ends. How did this not become a huge hit? Both sides of the single were great. Thank you, Johnny.
Yes, he has more to offer and more accomplishments than most members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.... Politics? Favoritism? If induction were based on talent, accomplishments, and how a Rock and Roll artist touched others, Johnny would have been inducted long ago.
Johnny Maestro... what can you say.. possibly the best of all lead singers and any group along with Jay Black Raise on this music and to this day.. the very best!
Just fabulous! Johnny, your music goes on, and you ARE remembered. You will always be one of the best voices ever, and we will miss you. Rest in peace now, and thank you......Marilyn
I will always love this band. I was only 12 when the self titled 1968 LP Brooklyn Bridge was released. How could this track not have been a big hit. Well to many us it was and is. The single was a double sided radio hit with "Blessed Is The Rain" Both ranking in the top 50 of 1969. Johnny's voice soars with beauty. The Brooklyn Bridge marches on in music history! Johnny Maestro (RIP) Fred Ferrara (RIP) Richie Grando (RIP)
There are a lot of things in this World I just do not understand. But, at the top of my list is this incredible voice not being in the Rock & roll Hall of Fame.
@SigiJoe I totally agree with you. His voice was the best there ever was and no one can come close. I had the pleasure of seeing Johnny Maestro 3 times these past few years and it wasn't enough. He is missed very much. I wish God couldve left him with us a "little" longer. kendallsmum8
@FATSOFOGARTY This is one of the greatest songs of the 60's. I played it on the radio when I was a DJ on WSVB FM in Tamaqua PA. Many people asked, why aren't you playing "FM Music?" Go fm radio, and James W. Reichard for letting us do it since June 14, 1965. You were a visionary. You saw this coming. Dr. jsfogarty (not fatsofogarty)
Amazing this man never had a major label record deal. His associated acts just drifted around labels like: Coed? Lana? Eric? End? Laurie? BT Puppy? Diamond? and Buddah? Yeah, Columbia stepped in briefly and did nothing. The voice, the consistent quality of songs, his longevity in the business, sold millions of records beginning with "16 Candles", the magic in his name alone. Yet, nothing from the majors. His music is still jukebox favorites if you can find a jukebox. What were the executives thinking? I'm talking to you Clive Davis, David Geffen, Ahmet Ertegün, Mo Ostin, Lenny Waronker. What happened? Yet still...today, no R&R Hall of Fame huh? That is one big blemish on their credibility. The majority of people at the R&R Hall of Fame probably don't even know who Johnny Maestro is and that's sad.
+yankeerebel65 Hi Yankeerebel65. This video was shot at the Kupferberg Center for the Arts (aka Colden Center/Auditorium) at Queens College, Flushing NY. Hope that helps.
Way, way overdue for the Halll of Fame. Listen you dweebs.....Blondie is in the Hof F! Personally, I think JABB is not in the H of F because they are still a vibrant, great live act. Yah, I know...it's stupid.
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I got to meet Johnny at Trudy B's in Freeport, NY back in the early '80's. I mentioned Welcome Me Love was my fav song EVER and he graciously gifted me an autographed tape. 2015, STILL my fav song EVER! RIP Johnny, until we meet again.
And so many people still don't know who Johnny Maestro is. To those of us who do.....raise your glass for a toast to the best! RIP, John!!!
There are no words to describe how great this guy was I had the honor of seeing him in person , and also seeing Gary Puckett , two of the greatest voices of all time RIP JOHNNY
What a voice and sound sensation! What a wonderful guy and group! You will be missed to the end of time!
I was working as a DJ in a bikers bar when a barmaid named Barbara came into my both and said "do you have any Brooklyn Bridge" with you. I just came from a wedding and I did. So I was brave and took a break from the southern rock music that most of the crowd wanted and played the song for her, Welcome Me Love. Well needless to say she made me very happy later. The bikers left! We will always have his music and this was one of his best ever.
musicmaker1999 had it right. Johnny knew he was tallented but he was a humble gentleman and did not need to complain about not being in the Rock&Roll Hall of Fame. He sang because he was given a gift and he loved entertaining his fans. Why they have overlooked him all these years is not understood by many, but if he is not inducted soon, then the Rock&Roll Hall of Fame is a Farce!
Let's write to the Rock n Roll Hall of fame and petiton him on. That he is not there yet is a crying shame. How many singers can still have a sound this good.
Saw Johnny & BB on Monday night at Resorts in AC. What a show. This man has a voice that is a gift from God. Had a seat right next to the stage; the only thing better would have been center stage. I'll try for that the next time.
Why isnt this great voice in the Hall of Fame? He is better than all of the ones that are.
I really miss this man and his music.
Johnny Maestro and Jay Black didn't lose one iota of their talent as they got older, and they never disappointed the audience. How many of today's "stars" will be doing as well when / if they reach their golden years?
I just get chills listening to him. Thank you........MAESTRO......
One, of the few, really great voices from the past. He is missed.
Johnny Maestro truly had one of the best voices ever. My wife and I saw him too many times to count, and NEVER got tired of hearing him sing. My wife passed in March, now she can hear him sing in heaven.
Oscar Grasser
Rest in Peace, Johnny. You're singing with the angels now.
Every songm Johnny Maestro sings it great. So much feeling in them.
The music that will live forever...
The greatest voice in history of rock and roll and not in the R&R Hall of Fame. What a travesty!!! Look at this man's body of work over fifty years with some of the most recognizable songs. the R&R H of F is a joke. Don't forget it took them fifty years to induct the great Darlene Love. The joint belongs in Cleveland.
you can help by signing this! feel free to share :) love Johnny. nobody could sing like him. www.gopetition.com/petitions/induct-johnny-maestro-the-brooklyn-bridge-the-crests-into-the-rock-roll-hall-of-fame.html
I just heard of your passing now Johnny! Tears are falling from my eyes! I have admired your voice for so many years! I`ll will always be one of your many fans!
Ive lost a tiny piece of my soul. I still remember the first time I saw Johnny Maestro & the Brooklyn Bridge at the WCBS-FM 15th Anniversary concert. It was magical. I went to see him in small clubs in Brooklyn, outdoor concerts like the ones at the World Trade Center anywhere I could see him. Each time, it filled my heart and brought me so much joy. Thank you Johnny, for your wonderful music and your magical voice. Rest in peace as you sing for the angels. Im sure theyre listening in.
Why isn't this man in the rock n roll hall of fame. People please write in and let them know. I just got back from Cleveland Ohio. Some groups are there that shouldn't,and others that should be there are not. Very sad.
I saw Johnny perform his final concert at Mohegan Sun.....and as sick as he was, he sounded better than ever.......a true artist and person....I will always miss him!!!
the voice of an angel ! when I've blue or down his music and voice makes my heart warm. may he forever sing in heaven. So MISSED !!!!!!!
Ron Williams
Johnny maestro, How I miss this great singer. I am still broken hearted that he is gone, there was nobody like him. He belongs in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
I sincerely believe that when John died the sky now has 16 more STARS...Thank you John for all the memories.
God take out of Johnny what you didnt put in and give us back the man with the beautiful voice. His fans miss him. God Bless you Johnny.
Such Great Work, Johnny ... The entire Baby Boom generation wept at your passing. Thanks for Everything!
I will always love you and your music Johnny Maestro.
Such a beautiful voice❤❤❤❤😊
Oh Johnny, such a voice, we miss you!
What a beautiful song, I am 56 and had never heard this from the BB.
What a wonderful voice!!!!!!!!!
You just can't explain the talent...so many years...I saw him perform several times and I never got enough.....RIP Johnny....We will never forget !!!!!
Johnny was a true artist. Painting us all the lovely pictures for us the dream on. All we had to do was to sit back and enjoy the view.
This song brings chills of wonderful memories. I play this for folks and none have ever heard it and they all fall in love with it before it ends. How did this not become a huge hit? Both sides of the single were great. Thank you, Johnny.
I guess we were lucky to have his voice for as long as we did. and thank you Tony Romeo for writing this beautiful song.
jasonwheel
they don.t get any better than JOHNNY
Loved him so much:) RIP johnn
your greatest song johnny.
well done
Yes, he has more to offer and more accomplishments than most members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.... Politics? Favoritism? If induction were based on talent, accomplishments, and how a Rock and Roll artist touched others, Johnny would have been inducted long ago.
Johnny Maestro... what can you say.. possibly the best of all lead singers and any group along with Jay Black Raise on this music and to this day.. the very best!
Just fabulous! Johnny, your music goes on, and you ARE remembered. You will always be one of the best voices ever, and we will miss you. Rest in peace now, and thank you......Marilyn
I love The Worst That Could Happen, Your Husband, My Wife but WElcome Me Love is my favorite Brooklyn Bridge song, thanks for posting it!
I just can't believe this. What an imeasurable loss. Rip johnny. This is..The worst that could happen.
Gone too soon. Love this song. I have this record.
There is a sign behind them saying Music that will last forever. Johnny's Music will last forever.
THE GROUP WAS JUST AWESOME
He looks and sounds great here. Too bad he passed.
this is the best of the best rip Johnny miss you wish though years were still here
I can listen to him sing all day. What a voice. Johnny, you still got it.
Is Johnny in the Hall of Fame? . I hope so, He was such a great singer. I grew up listening to him. So many hits and a beautiful voice. RIP Johnny
R.I.P Johnny. Thank You and God Speed
The sign above the drummers head says it all, Johnny we sure miss you, you were a class act.
My Buddy and I always enjoyed Johnny. Boy do we miss him and his music!
He will be sadly missed. one of the great tenor voices of our time!
I will always love this band. I was only 12 when the self titled 1968 LP Brooklyn Bridge was released. How could this track not have been a big hit. Well to many us it was and is. The single was a double sided radio hit with "Blessed Is The Rain" Both ranking in the top 50 of 1969. Johnny's voice soars with beauty. The Brooklyn Bridge marches on in music history! Johnny Maestro (RIP) Fred Ferrara (RIP) Richie Grando (RIP)
Les Cauchi....RIP
A one of a kind voice and talent. Johnny is definately in that rock n roll heaven.
I love this song so much . RIP to the great Johnny Maestro.
There is not and was not a song he did not make sound great. What a performer.
i have a cabana in the bpsc. he was at the ballfield in the 80's. what a great day.
Johnny belongs in the 'RRHF"...when are the music ppl gonna recognize this legend
Saw them in 84 at the Bottom Line in NYC What a talent, man had the voice of an angel, sang in his original keys until the end!
Luv this song!!! R.I.P. Johnny you are luved & missed!!!
I was sad to learn that Johnny Maestro passed away 03-24-10. Another great talent taken from us. RIP Johnny!
one of the greatest voices and performers of all time.
The best that ever was or will be. It will always be THE RRH OF SHAME until he gets in.
Johnny You'll be terribly missed
What a voice. RIP Johnny Maestro
There are a lot of things in this World I just do not understand. But, at the top of my list is this incredible voice not being in the Rock & roll Hall of Fame.
in one word, EXCELLENT!
RIP Johnny Maestro
What a voice after all these years. I hope Johnny is OK!
Great singer!
truly music, a great performer.
Nice Touch Debby. It is!
He was the best Gone to soon
The best voice in rock ' roll ever. Too bad the R & R Hall of Shame doesn't know it.
RIP Johnny
@SigiJoe
I totally agree with you. His voice was the best there ever was and no one can come close. I had the pleasure of seeing Johnny Maestro 3 times these past few years and it wasn't enough. He is missed very much. I wish God couldve left him with us a "little" longer.
kendallsmum8
@SigiJoe John was an ACE
@FATSOFOGARTY
This is one of the greatest songs of the 60's. I played it on the radio when I was a DJ on WSVB FM in Tamaqua PA. Many people asked, why aren't you playing "FM Music?"
Go fm radio, and James W. Reichard for letting us do it since June 14, 1965. You were a visionary. You saw this coming.
Dr. jsfogarty (not fatsofogarty)
Amazing this man never had a major label record deal. His associated acts just drifted around labels like: Coed? Lana? Eric? End? Laurie? BT Puppy? Diamond? and Buddah? Yeah, Columbia stepped in briefly and did nothing. The voice, the consistent quality of songs, his longevity in the business, sold millions of records beginning with "16 Candles", the magic in his name alone. Yet, nothing from the majors. His music is still jukebox favorites if you can find a jukebox. What were the executives thinking? I'm talking to you Clive Davis, David Geffen, Ahmet Ertegün, Mo Ostin, Lenny Waronker. What happened? Yet still...today, no R&R Hall of Fame huh? That is one big blemish on their credibility. The majority of people at the R&R Hall of Fame probably don't even know who Johnny Maestro is and that's sad.
WHY isn't Johnny in the Hall of Fame ???
Im friends with his grand son RIP
OH MY GOD HE STILL SINGS LIKE A BIRD!!!!!!!!I LOVE THE DANCERS...When was this?
Well dressed man all class back in the days 2017 and for the end of days to come all shit
please someone up load Your Kite My Kite
Can anyone tell me exactly where this was recorded? I think I was at this show but there's no other shots to establish a location. Thanks.
+yankeerebel65
Hi Yankeerebel65. This video was shot at the Kupferberg Center for the Arts (aka Colden Center/Auditorium) at Queens College, Flushing NY. Hope that helps.
NWA in the Rock and Roll HOF ..Johnny
Maestro and the Brooklyn Bridge Not??
Now I ask you ???..WTF is wrong with that picture???
Way, way overdue for the Halll of Fame.
Listen you dweebs.....Blondie is in the Hof F!
Personally, I think JABB is not in the H of F because they are still a vibrant, great live act. Yah, I know...it's stupid.
Ignoramous!!!
RIP Johnny Maestro