Thanks for posting this. I am a BIG Gary Puckett fan and Gary P and the Union Gap and Brooklyn Bridge were my two favorite groups in my late teens. They still are! They new what real music was not just banging a guitar and screaming or "talking " music!!
@bobofky The Righteous Brothers (Bill Medley & Bobby Hatfield) had the original #1 hit recording of this song in 1964, but this is Gary Puckett (The Union Gap) singing with Johnny Maestro. Medley and Puckett are both tall and slender, so from a distance they could slightly resemble each other. Bill Medley's voice might be a bit deeper than Puckett's as well, but Puckett and Maestro did justice to a great song.
Okay, that was a little loose but it was still incredible and powerful. I wish I could sing like either Puckett or Maestro. Ironically, for a while I sang and played organ in a Brooklyn cover band known as Critics' Choice, and in fall 1978 we opened for Maestro and the Bridge at a concert in Massapequa, Long Island. Ah, the dues you pay on the way up!
The concert at the Meadowlands was "in the round", so the singers have to move around more to face the entire audience. Johnny was singing to part of the audience that isn't visible in the video, so that's why you see mostly his backside.
Johnny certainly has it . Garry does to however hes gotten lazy, he needs to stand and sing and not throat or talk his songs through. I know he must be bore of the same songs for years, however let him sing a spiritual song and see him come to life, the olds voice is there he just doesnt have what Jeff Foxworthy calls the yont tos
Johnny Maestro & The Brooklyn Bridge AND Jay & The Americans are playing on the same show in Lakewood NJ. Its the fabulous STRAND Theatre on Saturday, Nov 15. I have my tickets.
By the way, last night's concert in RI was fabulous. I wish jabb had done "sweetest one" though and "I thnak the moon". there were lots of people older than me there so dont' think we forgot those. "Unchained melody" was so good, I didn't think human beings could do it that well, you know, without studio tricks.
check johnny's web site for the next cruise. Fly in, get on the cruise. The dollar is so far in the potty now you could probably do it for loose change.
Wow - two of the greatest vocalists ever together on the same stage! I was lucky to hear and meet these guys about 30 years apart. Thanks for posting this!
I believe the show at the Meadowlands Arena was "in the round", so the singers have to move around more to face the entire audience. Johnny was singing to part of the audience that isn't visible in the video, so that's why you see mostly his backside.
smitty loking at the lil bit at the top you say you mixed sound for johnny and the bridge i have to assume that means you do it for a living iff thats the case i so envy you that job i wonder what its like working with them i guess it must be a very incredible nd enjoyable time this clip like your other one is just incredible i t so much june
then that was you last night in Woonsocket mixing the sound? At the beginning it sounded like Johnny's mike was set too low. And I thought I heard drop outs (?), dont know the technical term, but it seemed to get better about the second song. did you make any adjustment? just curious, could very well be my old ears.
Incredible! This is wonderful. I attended a doo wop concert at the Detroit Opera House in Feb. 2007. Johnny & the Bridge were the headliners and Gary Puckett was also on the bill. Johnny & Gary sang this same duet at that show, and sounded just as great.
wowee smittyy where in heavens name do ou get these they r awesomee vids u have my undying gratitude for posting these 2 grt singers doin what they do best singin like angels ty ty
I was at that concert and it was even better than it shows!!! I will never forget that night...
Rhodabea 2 months ago
Thanks for posting this. I am a BIG Gary Puckett fan and Gary P and the Union Gap and Brooklyn Bridge were my two favorite groups in my late teens. They still are! They new what real music was not just banging a guitar and screaming or "talking " music!!
sherrilsusic 3 months ago
2 GREAT SINGERS
skydogging 4 months ago
Two of the GREATEST 60's music ICONS EVER.
These guys had the chops.
LEGACY ETERNAL for both Johnny (RIP) & GARY.
Blue Eyed Soul "torch carriers" Extraordinaire.
Thanks to smittyIi for this historic upload and
this will be even more special........ as the years go by.
mysterytrax 4 months ago
considering their ages, this sounds fantastic. Classic duet from two of the most powerful male vocalists. We miss you Johnny.
honest4sure 6 months ago
This is precious video from two outstanding performers. R.I.P. Johnny. Gary, you're still a quality act and a fantastic voice.
BallsandPinstripes 8 months ago
For the record, isn't this Bill Medley?
bobofky 11 months ago
I understand the lighting is not good but unless I am very mistaken this is Bill medley with Johnny. Remember the Righteous Brothers?
bobofky 11 months ago
@bobofky The Righteous Brothers (Bill Medley & Bobby Hatfield) had the original #1 hit recording of this song in 1964, but this is Gary Puckett (The Union Gap) singing with Johnny Maestro. Medley and Puckett are both tall and slender, so from a distance they could slightly resemble each other. Bill Medley's voice might be a bit deeper than Puckett's as well, but Puckett and Maestro did justice to a great song.
TopazDupree 9 months ago
GARY PUCKETT SINGS WITH JOHNNY MAESTRO & THE BROOKLYN BRIDGE
FRANCO7258 1 year ago
Okay, that was a little loose but it was still incredible and powerful. I wish I could sing like either Puckett or Maestro. Ironically, for a while I sang and played organ in a Brooklyn cover band known as Critics' Choice, and in fall 1978 we opened for Maestro and the Bridge at a concert in Massapequa, Long Island. Ah, the dues you pay on the way up!
ejslurb2007 1 year ago
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The concert at the Meadowlands was "in the round", so the singers have to move around more to face the entire audience. Johnny was singing to part of the audience that isn't visible in the video, so that's why you see mostly his backside.
R.I.P. JOHN (1939-2010) ♫♥♫♥♫
TopazDupree 1 year ago
Gone... Gone... Gone... :-(
lightgirlA 1 year ago 2
a stunning performance. how else can you say it?
lancetop 1 year ago
R.I.P Johnny. Thank You
boaterbil 1 year ago 2
Richard Nader productions also had this act at the Detroit Opera Theater. I can still see the goosebumps on my arms.
czech67 1 year ago
RIP Johnny. He passed yesterday of cancer
tippytootoo 1 year ago 3
Love the music,but the camera work needs to improve.
DeffLeopard 1 year ago
Johnny certainly has it . Garry does to however hes gotten lazy, he needs to stand and sing and not throat or talk his songs through. I know he must be bore of the same songs for years, however let him sing a spiritual song and see him come to life, the olds voice is there he just doesnt have what Jeff Foxworthy calls the yont tos
atp1962 2 years ago
Happy 70th Birthday Johnny on May 7, 2009.
TopazDupree 2 years ago
this is really my grandfather cousin so cool
CAPWEY 2 years ago
Johnny is still great, ------- BUT Gary, (even though I love him) is past prime.
This video still brings back a lot of great memories!! I was a huge fan of Gary and The Gap!!!!
53topanga53 3 years ago
I can just see them debateing who makes the best pizza!!! fun fun
AngelaRed 3 years ago
Johnny Maestro & The Brooklyn Bridge AND Jay & The Americans are playing on the same show in Lakewood NJ. Its the fabulous STRAND Theatre on Saturday, Nov 15. I have my tickets.
wilburgreythefirst 3 years ago
cool--class is still alive !!!!
monkey6282 3 years ago 5
By the way, last night's concert in RI was fabulous. I wish jabb had done "sweetest one" though and "I thnak the moon". there were lots of people older than me there so dont' think we forgot those. "Unchained melody" was so good, I didn't think human beings could do it that well, you know, without studio tricks.
arthur1920 3 years ago 3
could you try and organise a tour "downunder" otherwise we will never get the chance to see Johnny and the Bridge live.
aflman2 3 years ago
check johnny's web site for the next cruise. Fly in, get on the cruise. The dollar is so far in the potty now you could probably do it for loose change.
arthur1920 3 years ago
Wow - two of the greatest vocalists ever together on the same stage! I was lucky to hear and meet these guys about 30 years apart. Thanks for posting this!
formerrocker 3 years ago 2
why is johnny maestro not facing the crowd?
spid46 3 years ago
I believe the show at the Meadowlands Arena was "in the round", so the singers have to move around more to face the entire audience. Johnny was singing to part of the audience that isn't visible in the video, so that's why you see mostly his backside.
TopazDupree 3 years ago 2
smitty loking at the lil bit at the top you say you mixed sound for johnny and the bridge i have to assume that means you do it for a living iff thats the case i so envy you that job i wonder what its like working with them i guess it must be a very incredible nd enjoyable time this clip like your other one is just incredible i t so much june
musicmaker1999 4 years ago 3
I have been with Johnny and The Bridge for 21 years. They are the best to work with. It is like a second family.
smittyli 4 years ago
then that was you last night in Woonsocket mixing the sound? At the beginning it sounded like Johnny's mike was set too low. And I thought I heard drop outs (?), dont know the technical term, but it seemed to get better about the second song. did you make any adjustment? just curious, could very well be my old ears.
arthur1920 3 years ago
i just cant get over this how incredible is this you have my undying gratitude for posting these now we need the whole concert bravo
musicmaker1999 4 years ago 2
Incredible! This is wonderful. I attended a doo wop concert at the Detroit Opera House in Feb. 2007. Johnny & the Bridge were the headliners and Gary Puckett was also on the bill. Johnny & Gary sang this same duet at that show, and sounded just as great.
TopazDupree 4 years ago 4
wowee smittyy where in heavens name do ou get these they r awesomee vids u have my undying gratitude for posting these 2 grt singers doin what they do best singin like angels ty ty
musicmaker1999 4 years ago 3