Nice to see this posted. As to the "live or Memorex" question above, the fact is that we sang our lead vocals live on camera (as did our guest stars usually), but we normally pre-recorded our background vocals and instrumentals. This number was a rare example of something we learned for the TV show BEFORE we'd done it in our live appearances. Even more unusual, we imported this song (never a real hit single originally, just a fun showcase number) into our concert appearances for years to come.
After looking at some of the Sha Na Na clips, it looks as if only the soloists sung live while the playing and the backup were pre-recorded. The only time when the playing and singing were live were when there were guests stars on the show.
@cmt39 : Yes I heard in an interview w/ one of the boys that the backup vocals and the instrtuments were all prerecorded. Only the "front" voices were live ☺
How did I miss this? I was having a crappy night and this made it better. I've met Bowzer in person (super guy!) but still seeing him sing songs like this can make me melt. Thanks foofsmom, you never fail with these vids!
Is there an address where I could write to previous and current members of Sha Na Na? I wanted to send them a birthday card when the time came. Thanks.
Love this song/video as it shows Bowzer singing very well along with the under-appreciated voice of Donny. The fun they had singing this music was always apparent. While they were formed as a "parody" group, and always had fun with the music, they always sang and played this music with a lot of respect. Sadly in this day and age we don't have a show on TV that's really funny and goofy. I wish there was a 2010 version of Sha Na Na.
OMG!! You're the BEST for posting this! I remember taping this on my tape recorder when I was a kid (I'm sure a lot of us SNN fans did this before VCRs right?)
Zing go the strings of my heart whenever I hear Bowzer sing. I absolutely adore him.
kangadillo 3 months ago 2
Loved it....well done! my fav doo wop song...you did it the way it should be done! Thumbs up!
amandaynot 4 months ago
this is even better than the original by the Bluebirds, I mean the Robins, no wait the Coasters
1955emerald 9 months ago
Nice to see this posted. As to the "live or Memorex" question above, the fact is that we sang our lead vocals live on camera (as did our guest stars usually), but we normally pre-recorded our background vocals and instrumentals. This number was a rare example of something we learned for the TV show BEFORE we'd done it in our live appearances. Even more unusual, we imported this song (never a real hit single originally, just a fun showcase number) into our concert appearances for years to come.
donnieork 1 year ago
Doesn't Bowzer have the most soulful eyes?
Shiftkitty 1 year ago
@Shiftkitty OMG..YES!!It's like he's staring into your soul!
Katzi 1 year ago
@Shiftkitty He sure does. He clowned around a lot on this show, but at moments like this one, his sensitive soul shines through.
kangadillo 3 months ago
After looking at some of the Sha Na Na clips, it looks as if only the soloists sung live while the playing and the backup were pre-recorded. The only time when the playing and singing were live were when there were guests stars on the show.
cmt39 1 year ago
@cmt39 : Yes I heard in an interview w/ one of the boys that the backup vocals and the instrtuments were all prerecorded. Only the "front" voices were live ☺
Foofsmom 1 year ago
Oh, and Chico grinning away on his bass ? - Too cute !!
jusdeananas 1 year ago
If I was smitten with Donny before, now I'm in l-o-v-e. Sigh ... This is definitely my new fav Sha Na Na clip.
jusdeananas 1 year ago
How did I miss this? I was having a crappy night and this made it better. I've met Bowzer in person (super guy!) but still seeing him sing songs like this can make me melt. Thanks foofsmom, you never fail with these vids!
rocklovegrrl 1 year ago 2
Oh my gosh, so beautiful: zing went the strings of MY heart
bowzerbabe 1 year ago
Is there an address where I could write to previous and current members of Sha Na Na? I wanted to send them a birthday card when the time came. Thanks.
cmt39 1 year ago
@cmt39 :@cmt39 they have a website (but you have to google for it as youtube won't let me post the website) and the e-mail addy is on there
Foofsmom 1 year ago
My heart zinged when I got the oppertunity to meet Donny on Sat night. And he made me blush.
lauraswylie 2 years ago 2
When was this and where were they performing? I would love to meet them.
cmt39 1 year ago
Feb 6 2010 Freeport, IL Freeport Masonic Temple.
lauraswylie 1 year ago
who is marie anyway?? you know the tattoo
savcdosavcdo 2 years ago
I think donny is really a blonde lol
but funny
savcdosavcdo 2 years ago
Thinking about how I'm gonna be deeing SNN in a few days time makes my heart go zing!!! :)
lauraswylie 2 years ago
Love this song/video as it shows Bowzer singing very well along with the under-appreciated voice of Donny. The fun they had singing this music was always apparent. While they were formed as a "parody" group, and always had fun with the music, they always sang and played this music with a lot of respect. Sadly in this day and age we don't have a show on TV that's really funny and goofy. I wish there was a 2010 version of Sha Na Na.
NYDutch1968 2 years ago
My heart went zing when Danny winked at 1:36.
roguejulie 2 years ago 3
LOL Denny hit poor Johnny in the head at the end!! I'll kiss it better! LOL
65wendym 2 years ago
Oh, that was funny!
roguejulie 2 years ago
That Johnny got hit, or that I'll kiss him better? LOL!!!
65wendym 2 years ago
Both!
roguejulie 2 years ago
OH! That's so mean!!! LOL
65wendym 2 years ago
Sha Na Na Rules! Great job Donny & Bowzer!
gopherscout 2 years ago 8
I get chills listening to bowzer sing
bowzerbabe 2 years ago 4
OMG!! You're the BEST for posting this! I remember taping this on my tape recorder when I was a kid (I'm sure a lot of us SNN fans did this before VCRs right?)
Katzi 2 years ago 3
I always did!!!
cevc918 2 years ago
me too!!! sat there holding the mic up to the tv!!!
65wendym 2 years ago
I like the way Bowzer stares straight into the camera when he is singing ;) Donny sounds really great here.
MonkeeGroupies 2 years ago 17
@MonkeeGroupies
Oh yes, I love that, too !
daintyWatch 1 year ago