Atmosphere by Russ Abbott

[MrHowler85]

Is it weird that I'm a little bit aroused by this?

[hofsteveO]

What is politically uncorrect about this?/

[chipsotool100]

best song ever

[MeekyPaul]

Apparently if you play this song backwards it's actually a Satanic sacrifice ritual. I genuinely believe it could be.

[ladyclyro11]

brilliance

[geespar1]

I'm sure that's Jon BonJovi with the trilby at :40!!!

[MiggleMuggle]

always reminds me of ''John's New Year's Eve Parties''!! oh Godddd!!

[MiggleMuggle]

ugh!!

RizzelC is a disgusting!!

[RizzelC]

I want him to finger me

[spanners42]

are you people for real?

[Feisty1967]

I'm gonna give my daughter strict instructions to have this played as the congregation leave the church after the funeral and also I want a burial, NOT cremation, I don't agree with it.

[hot99roy]

Happy music for happy people! Thanks Russ!

[Feisty1967]

I love this song so much! I can't stop thinking about it and Russ is so sexy. I love a man who can make me laugh!!

[kmp3000]

Songs dont come any worse than this.

[JonathanVlog]

That is a terrible video!

[ohoganroad]

Your memory will live on forever in the millions of people you entertained. Rest In Peace, Russ.

[trimmytrab]

@ohoganroad ha ha, you made me laugh

[Feisty1967]

@ohoganroad Er...excuse me but Russ is very much alive and currently appearing in the West End as Fagin in a production of the musical Oliver! You really should check your facts before posting.

[rikparry]

@ohoganroad russ isnt dead,,,lol

[TheComedyChannelUK]

oh no! me dear ol grandad gave this to me on tape when i was a little'n. and yes, at the time, i loved it, what can i say! haha. good times!!

[paloriggs]

and he positively did NOT go bald, despite those hair studio reciepts being discovered. they were actually planted there, it was from a long running feud with les dennis, who was always very jealous of russ's comic genius

[wooferdogs]

grew up with russ abbots madhouse...real funny, underated stuff, and mrlawrence your comment made me crack up/

[Ekajzoc]

you don't see enough balloons in clubs these days

[eoghanharris]

ha ha, too right

[robbo1978]

Sounds like it's been played on someones casio keyboard that they got for christmas.

[MrLawrence85]

Had a really wierd dream that Russ Abbott performed "Oh what an atmosphere" at my funeral and everyone attending was so horrified at first but then started dancing with him!! WTF

[strawberrysnail]

I think he wants an atmosphere... GET THE MAN AN ATMOSPHERE! x

[OLDfruT]

GET UP THEM STAIRS!

[gerpenny]

Its a shame you never see much of Russ Abbott these days.A truly great comedian of his time.

[kmkn174]

He was on Casualty a couple of weeks ago....

[Cryten1974]

@gerpenny he's been on Last of the Summer Wine quite a few times now, but I totally agree, we don't see enough of the comedy greats nowadays, I'd rather see repeats of the greats than the so called comedians that get shoved down our throats nowadays

[kayway9]

pure class.........!

[Muskadash]

Is that Jimmy Nesbitt as the barman?

[thorpsy]

Transported straight back to being a kid. I remember them playing this at the childrens disco's and the place would go wild.

Happy times and a jolly catchy tune!

[Victorian105]

AWFUL

[Manofstraw02]

is this filmed in infernos??

[morrisgal31]

my mums friends husband is the spit of russ abbott he cud easily be his long lost twin brother lol boss tune

[nick12hudders]

Right Russ tomorrow the day of the video shoot. The idea is a disco hall surrounded by nightclubbers, make sure you dress appropriately.

No problem replied Russ I have a jumper in mind !!!

[ginner1970]

great party tune from a very funny man!

after this the world went POLITICALLY CORRECT! what a load of ballocks!

[spuddy83]

@ginner1970 What significance does this song have to PC you bitter old man. XD

[MisspentYouth70]

Harmless fun. Nice one Russ.

[johnnyreggae5]

Russ came round my gaff and shat in the cupboard under the stairs ...wAS O.K Though.-- the dog ate it before the missus came home ---MADE ER BREATH STINK A BIT THOUGH.

[P0rphyro]

^^King of Youtube

[CedrictheDragon]

@johnnyreggae5 Huh?

[netgeekishere]

This could be the greatest record of all time, in all of human history, in all of the universe and beyond!!!!!!

[thevideoGuy42]

well said

[wayofthecass]

Check out the eyes at 2:18. God coke was so much more freely available in the 80's. Russ has gone on record and freely admitted that at this stage in his career he can't quite remember much and was doing anything for cash due to being so completely charlied out of his tits.

Between takes he was chewing his face off apparently!

[oldwetpaws]

was a decent entertainer in his time.....discounting this song obviously..

[SteveResin]

The only "atmosphere" this creates is one of extreme nausea. Anyone who actually favourited this, please consult a psychiatrist. Just awful.

[urbanking99]

Maybe so but you actively searched for this song. So you can either "party on dude" or all you can search for a pscyhiatrist yourself.

LIFE IS FOR ENJOYMENT AND IF THIS MAKES PEOPLE HAPPY ALL THE BETTER I SAY.

[resmeister]

Chill out Dude. Twas only a joke. Fucking hell...

[urbanking99]

Ok. But you have to remember comedy is a very SERIOUS business.

[itsgrimupnorth2008]

An absolute classic song! Why dont they make feelgood songs like this anymore???

I love Russ's facial expressions between 0:00 and 0:15 of this video.

[irnbru3222]

OMG fucking love that jumper that he is wearing:P, a want one:P, wonder where i would purchase one HAHAHA

[Puppykins88]

This was the first dance at our wedding 2 months ago.

[tonymontana1974]

Thats the gayest nightclub ive ever seen and why would the bouncers let russ in with a jumper he obviously got for christmas.

[squishedpimp]

the 80's were fucking crazy man

[chipsotool100]

All time classic!!!!!!

[rogersgal]

Wow this took me back and set me off remembering some good times. Thanks

[ozz100]

song is quiet funny really...

but russ abbott is an absolute legend!!!!!

[mrdee11091]

thanks what a videsphere lol

[terrasidius]

lol omg classic

[chamone35]

i am going to get this played at my funeral.

[magicalmysterygirl]

@chamone35 hahaha!

[riggsy1980]

Cool Camp Song! Do you know Russ Abbott refuses to allow this song to be played on the radio? (not sure about TV). He's clearly very, ahem, proud of it! :o)

[eljmayes]

TV is different to radio but I have only ever seen it played out on VH1/TMF a handful of times so Abbott must only allow it to be played on the TV four times every Millenium. Probably.

[markwinfield]

A true tear jerker. Beautiful.

[Jodeefran]

You all just gotta watch?v=VYyUs3FMfHY

ROFPMSL

[courtney359]

The North vietnamese used to pipe this into John McCains cell 24/7

[cableguy786]

youve got be joking! right?

[whirlyfan]

the best russ u rule ! cheesy yet good 80s song

[funnyfellowhahaha]

this is shite....really

[bobnuthall]

I believe this is a cover of a Bob Dylan song

[georeff23]

Seriously, that was a joke and you're STILL directing me towards suicide... THAT'S what's wrong with Britian now a days ... my friend Kitty's uterus fell out last night and do you know what the Doctor said, he said that she should have expected it, giving as she'd been "at it" half the dementia wing.

[Kittielips]

Sorry about your Kitty. This was made for fun, just accept it as that. If you dont like it, dont look. Regards, Kittielips.

[tomqelectronica]

so pathetic its amazing yeee turn it up

[georeff23]

Shit, I was looking for Joy Division... oh well, I might not slash my wrist just yet!!!

[PINKGIRLZ33]

I know it's reallllly cheesy but i absolutely fucking love this song!!!

[thevideoGuy42]

more cheese than a good DELI, but we all know the words

[TURBODORK2]

LOVE this song this is classic. they dont make em like this no more ......that s for sure

[Markchats]

*Filmed live at Ystrad Rugby Club friday night disco*

[theactordavidbath]

If anyone can post a vid of Russ as a Canadian mountie I'll be so happy. People forget how genuinely funny he was!

[missfishsocks]

Can you post a link to the Facebook Groupl please.

[macknicholls7]

i want his jumper, Best Company is the new label for the summer!

[frdknitwear]

feck yeah !!!! check my bebo page !! i have him for all to see!! ( big-momma-rules) lol

[pr0gr0ck]

If you play this tune backwards it sounds better

[chubster1234]

There is a Facebook campaign group dedicated to getting this classic re-released in the UK in time for Summer 2008. We need all the support we can get, so come on give your support!

[chubster1234]

There is a Facebook campaign group dedicated to getting this classic re-released in the UK in time for Summer 2008. We need all the support we can get, so come on give your support!

[chubster1234]

There is a Facebook campaign group dedicated to getting this classic re-released in the UK in time for Summer 2008. We need all the support we can get, so come on give your support!

[fullbockbaby]

yeahhhhhhhhh,the sommer is come.classic

[frdknitwear]

russ - ignore the slaggers - you ROCK!!!!!

[Moosefooligan]

Does it say 'ultimate 100 really bad songs' in the corner?

[sanderz666]

Yep.... and this was only came number 21! There must have been some awful records in the list!

[doonthegallowgate]

takes me back!

[sirlov]

Hehehe!.......Oh what memories!

[chipsotool100]

'oh oh oh wot an atmosphere...' best song ever

[lyverbird]

Music doesn't get much worse nor comedians less funny than this...

[ontheblobski]

does russ pass his bike to sid waddel the darts comentator?

[pepsibarker]

This song has Spanish costas all over it with people wearing there see you Jimmy hats

[russabbott1]

A true 1980's classic.

[rexstalin]

why but "funny in inverted commons? ya bawbag.

[tripp26]

AAARGH!!!!

[dannyjonesband]

right that's it, i'm checking my bike into the cloakroom at the Brixton fridge bar this weekend! eyehy!!!

[PaulieGB]

TipsAndTrends, the reason why this remains a 'lost' classic in the CD realm, is because Russ himself is highly embarrassed by the whole thing!

Consequently, he purchased the master tapes and has never licenced them for release...Boo!

[TipsAndTrends]

It's too bad Russ Abbot feels embarrassed by his own hit single. Why did he record this song in the first place if he didn't like it? Has Russ lost his sense of humour?

[PaulieGB]

He probably thought it was a good idea at the time!

But it's a real shame that he feels the need to lock this away...I tell you, I've heard worse!

[nokiaduck]

You're right, it's not THAT bad a song, it's a decent 1980s party record, and it made it into the top 10 which is something most singers can only dream about.

[TipsAndTrends]

"Atmosphere" charted at No. 7 in the UK in February 1985. Why is this party song not available on CD?

[bluesatsunset]

Fuckin` quality.

They don`t make them like this any more.

[coops012]

class !!!!!!!

[dmpcornwall]

A true 80s kitsch classic

[longthorne]

classic

[nirdoor]

fantastic,brings a smile to my face everytime!! long live Russ Abbott!!

[lyford80]

wicked song even got it on my ipod!!!!! frankie's got his band......!!!! come on lets party

[FabFM]

THE GREATEST OF THE GREAT!

[pics1301]

he's my boy

[waldono7]

Russ Abbot for Prime Minister !!! The tactical genius he is ! Love the spin after he puts the bike in the cloakroom !!!

[wumpa2008]

this song was 4 weeks at number 1 in the chart and its a great tune

[jimtheanvil]

At 13 secs the hostess looks really happy to receive his bicycle clips yet at 16 secs, she looks all moody.

Bloody women - I'll never understand their moods :-(((

[doonthegallowgate]

reminds me of being 3

[vSiUaCcKoSm]

Vintage Cheese. Thanks for posting!

[barbarap1958]

Brings back loads of memories.loved the tv series.brilliant to see it again.

[ddvtsh]

I HOPE Russ at least nailed the chic at 1:29

[dannyjonesband]

actually, he nailed the chic at 1:29 and at 1:31 at the same time, he's the man in this anonymous 80's clubclub, isn't that obvious you fool!

[SlushPile]

hHaHa! Not the type of party i'd like. What a great load of cheese!

[potheadcrazy]

Oh my dear mother of christ. Where did you find this?

[wumpa2008]

what ever dumb ass go bak to binladden

[swansafc1912]

Great song from russ & a nice video.

[qandox]

you sad fekka for putting this up

[wumpa2008]

you do not know good quality music videos m8

russ abbot is a great comedian and this tune proves that if he puts his mind to it even a tune that looks dumb could end up as no 1 for 4 weeks so in future watch what u say and lay off sucking ur mummys tits (IM WATCHING U

[KaydeyRai]

Hee hee hee - How corny

[terryoo7]

daughter loves it thanks russ great song thank you tube for playing it cheers

[terryoo7]

great one russ make a remix my daughter loves it

[ambassador7]

Hahahahaha!! Brilliant - not heard this in years!

Nice sweater Russ!!

[elvischevy]

great , russ abbott should be book in blackpool all year

[xzanzibar]

can anybody send this to me as mp3?

Please!

[MPARKS3]

WHAT A SONG RUSS ABBOT U R THE MAN

[slideguitarjoe]

Russ Abbott is a ledgned cum fink ov it he is my great uncle so if ya don't belive me go fuck yaslefs

[griftmeister]

Whose this Frankie with his band...HOOWAHH????

[belpernews]

Frankie Goes to Hollywood - listen to "Relax" and see if you can spot the HOOWWAHHHHHHHH!! :)

[assimilate]

They are calling it a bad song? WANKERS!

[richiebcfc25]

what ever happened to russ abbott?

[AngliaKnight]

Just noticed something. Nobody is drinking, smoking or doing drugs. And that kid is definately not 18. "deadmanshoe" that comment was hilarious about spar and the jaffa cakes.

[AngliaKnight]

Classic 80's moments. I was 3 years old when this came out in December 1984. Fit's right up there with My boy lollipop, Ottawan's Hands up, Brown girl in the ring and Black Lace. I would love to go to that nightclub. Russ do a remake of this and you've got yourself a number 1 guaranteed.

[Ikaftl]

Nothing wrong with Brown girl in the ring

[AngliaKnight]

It's a catchy little number, what is a sugar in a plum, Plum! Plum! I wonder?

[Perranporth]

It's a shame Russ doesn't like his own song. I played this about five times in a row on my MP3 earlier tonight.

[davide453]

I honestly believe that this song should become the new national anthem for Great Britain.

[eddygggg]

Quality. I heard he doesn't allow it to be played on radio anymore. Great shame-it'd go down a treat at a cheesefest

[hornbitch53]

long live Russ!!!! oh yeah baby!!!! blast from the past or what!!!

[glassandwire]

is this a cover of the joy division track?

[jojospacemonkey]

haha the key change towards the end, absolute cheddar! lol Go Russ, LEGEND !

[ah1701]

Good lord! I probably last saw this video on TOTP of xmas 1984. Ross Abbott - and Bella Emberg. "The name's Bond - Basildon Bond." Wonder what became of them.

[tiasarahellielorna]

why they dissin' russ? least its cheerful not like the depressing shit that comes out nowdays. glad i was a little kid in the 80's. by the way what happened to russ?

[neild555]

OMFG i was a kid when this was out. I never dressed like that...did I? Is Russ still alive? LMAO

[kirkwanglers32]

Yes Russ is alive and well.

[munghi]

what a party like they used to be when you had fun and a laugh

[WiggyOfStHelens]

OMG!!! I shall say no more, if you want to know why, check out my username and the titles at the end of this vid... [makes a quick exit from the site hehe]

[thesloaneranger1]

ahhh! those were the days! i was 3 when it came out and was my favourite song - everytime it came on the radio i would dance to it! scary stuff! lol!

[kirstenunicorn]

An absolute classic! I loved the 80's and can't fault this at all! I would love to be at that party!

[roddude]

Kirsten get a grip! Is this where you learned your disco dancing technique? It explains a lot!

[allenjeremy]

This song reached No 7 in the UK pop charts in late 1984.

[deadmanshoe]

He could of got dressed up at least, I wonder if he knew he was going to make a music video? it look's like he's stopped off on his way to Spar to buy some Jaffa cakes.

[misseverything2]

lmfao deadmanshoe lol:) hehe lol @ pbc13

It's nice to go to a 'Dancing party' though yeah?

lmfao yayay , well i wouldnt go that disco m8 rofl i would steer clear :)))

[PBC13]

It's nice to go to a 'Dancing party' though yeah?

[jclaret]

what a nonce!