Thanks for posting. A brilliant LP. A supergroup for the hip Radio 2 generation. Pity the album was not followed up. Peter Skellern followed it with a couple of albums (Lovelight and Stardust Memories) and these are worth seeking out plus his albums that preceded this.
Shame to read interviews with Mary afterwards regarding this group and her unhappiness, as to me the sound is absolutely perfect
I remember the Cello parts from 26 years ago and now I have found it I have bought the album again. Great, can't wait to play it again, but will have to buy a record player now.
I will, Thank you (Skellern and Mary seemed to have had a nice vocal blend together) ..and Pat, I believe you when you say her version of the old standard "True Love" sounds beautiful--even George Harrison did a version of it in the post-Beatle era (on his "331/3" album)and I even think Mary made mincemeat of Doris Day when she covered her "Que Sera, Sera" LOL--come to think of it, Mary could sing the PHONEBOOK and make it sound good LOL
yes, I stand corrected--I almost forgot that it was an old Russian tune. I prefer "Goodbye", which I'm fairly certain Macca penned (got his demo of that song as well) Still have my original "Postcard" vinyl Lp from Mary (but later got the cd re-issue LOL) "Goodbye", "Sparrow", "Temma Harbour" and her b-e-a-u-t-i-f-u-l
"Fields of St. Etienne" are my faves of hers--(ps: I like this Oasis song--I never heard it b4)
If you can get hold of a copy of 'Oasis' by 'Oasis' it would be worth it, There are some really beautiful songs on there sung by Mary remember the classic 'True love' her vocals on that are amazing...
I've been a fan since 1968 --when I was 15. I'd already been a MAJOR Beatles fan but in '68 (around the same time The White Album came out) I heard on the radio in NY where I lived a dj talk about this new artist that McCartney had brought to Apple--then they played "Those Were The Days" that Macca wrote for her--mind you, I hadnt yet SEEN Mary (on the 45 cover jacket which I hadnt bought yet) but I'd never heard a voice so pure--loved her ever since. I'm glad you all do too:)
'...Days' was not written by McCartney but it was produced by Paul McCartney. An American called Gene Raskin (who sang with the "limelighters" and who recorded it first) wrote the lyrics for the song "Those were the days" and used the melody only from a song called "Dorogoy dlinnoyu" ("By a long road" or "along a long road") which was written by the Russian song writer Boris Fomin with words by the poet Konstantin Podrevskii
richpat, Thank You for posting this gem featuring Mary Hopkin. I do love her singing! Peter Skellern does a nice job @ the piano & singing & Julian is a fine cellist.
Kuramochi0214 - Tommy, This is Lovely
& that is the same shade of red hair I was
referring too! We Love Mary! Ari-Ga-Toh, my Friend.- Penny
I first learn about her in a 45 small LP from Apple containing the "Sparrow" which I realy liked. It was about 7 years ago? I did some search for her and then almost forgot her, since I couldn't find many songs etc (only the "those were the days" and another). Now I discover all this wonderfull job of her. Thanks really. I found her again in a very interesting situation...
She has recorded some wonderful music over the years, Also since 2005 she has released 3 new cd's and there is another coming out in May for more info go to maryhopkinDOTcom
Rushed out to buy this LP in 84 after hearing this song played just once on morning radio, after all this time its so pleasing to actually see the song performed. Thanks.
Same here, but we rushed out and spent an absolute fortune on a CD player because we found out it was being released on CD as well as vinyl. So we had a really expensive piece of equipment and 1 solitary CD to play on it! LOL
Thanks for posting. A brilliant LP. A supergroup for the hip Radio 2 generation. Pity the album was not followed up. Peter Skellern followed it with a couple of albums (Lovelight and Stardust Memories) and these are worth seeking out plus his albums that preceded this.
Shame to read interviews with Mary afterwards regarding this group and her unhappiness, as to me the sound is absolutely perfect
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blomahmartin 1 year ago
This whole album was great and should have received more attention. It was probably a few years ahead of its time. Thanks for uploading these!
SufferingFoolsMusic 1 year ago
@SufferingFoolsMusic
Yes I agree with you, it did sell well though, I think it got to number 23 in the uk album charts.. Not bad.
richpat 1 year ago
Love this, looking for it all night.
I remember the Cello parts from 26 years ago and now I have found it I have bought the album again. Great, can't wait to play it again, but will have to buy a record player now.
wheelnut059 2 years ago
glad you found it... BTW its been available on CD since its first release in 1984, I had to go and buy a CD player and boy were they expensive then!
richpat 2 years ago
Could never forget Mary Hopkin. What a beautiful unique sweet voice and way of presenting songs.
AmyCoeur 2 years ago
This is very sweet. Thank you for posting.
Dilhan777 2 years ago
I will, Thank you (Skellern and Mary seemed to have had a nice vocal blend together) ..and Pat, I believe you when you say her version of the old standard "True Love" sounds beautiful--even George Harrison did a version of it in the post-Beatle era (on his "331/3" album)and I even think Mary made mincemeat of Doris Day when she covered her "Que Sera, Sera" LOL--come to think of it, Mary could sing the PHONEBOOK and make it sound good LOL
GUIDOBRAT 2 years ago
yes, I stand corrected--I almost forgot that it was an old Russian tune. I prefer "Goodbye", which I'm fairly certain Macca penned (got his demo of that song as well) Still have my original "Postcard" vinyl Lp from Mary (but later got the cd re-issue LOL) "Goodbye", "Sparrow", "Temma Harbour" and her b-e-a-u-t-i-f-u-l
"Fields of St. Etienne" are my faves of hers--(ps: I like this Oasis song--I never heard it b4)
GUIDOBRAT 2 years ago
If you can get hold of a copy of 'Oasis' by 'Oasis' it would be worth it, There are some really beautiful songs on there sung by Mary remember the classic 'True love' her vocals on that are amazing...
Bye for now
Pat
richpat 2 years ago
I've been a fan since 1968 --when I was 15. I'd already been a MAJOR Beatles fan but in '68 (around the same time The White Album came out) I heard on the radio in NY where I lived a dj talk about this new artist that McCartney had brought to Apple--then they played "Those Were The Days" that Macca wrote for her--mind you, I hadnt yet SEEN Mary (on the 45 cover jacket which I hadnt bought yet) but I'd never heard a voice so pure--loved her ever since. I'm glad you all do too:)
GUIDOBRAT 2 years ago
'...Days' was not written by McCartney but it was produced by Paul McCartney. An American called Gene Raskin (who sang with the "limelighters" and who recorded it first) wrote the lyrics for the song "Those were the days" and used the melody only from a song called "Dorogoy dlinnoyu" ("By a long road" or "along a long road") which was written by the Russian song writer Boris Fomin with words by the poet Konstantin Podrevskii
richpat 2 years ago
This is just great. I never saw it before.
robbourassaguitarist 2 years ago
richpat, Thank You for posting this gem featuring Mary Hopkin. I do love her singing! Peter Skellern does a nice job @ the piano & singing & Julian is a fine cellist.
Kuramochi0214 - Tommy, This is Lovely
& that is the same shade of red hair I was
referring too! We Love Mary! Ari-Ga-Toh, my Friend.- Penny
pennymusicMAma 2 years ago 3
Another one for Hopkin and the group Oasis. pat are you dedicated to Hopkin? You have given some very good videos about her...
melodnr 2 years ago
to melodnr
Yes, I have been a fan since 1968. I also have a website "The New Mary Hopkin Friendly Society" at maryhopkinDOTnet
Pat
richpat 2 years ago
I first learn about her in a 45 small LP from Apple containing the "Sparrow" which I realy liked. It was about 7 years ago? I did some search for her and then almost forgot her, since I couldn't find many songs etc (only the "those were the days" and another). Now I discover all this wonderfull job of her. Thanks really. I found her again in a very interesting situation...
melodnr 2 years ago 2
to melodnr
She has recorded some wonderful music over the years, Also since 2005 she has released 3 new cd's and there is another coming out in May for more info go to maryhopkinDOTcom
richpat 2 years ago
Are there only two videos available of that wonderful band ?
laurentino7171 3 years ago
Hi Laurent
No there are a few more also lots of interviews as well maybe I will post some more
Pat
richpat 3 years ago
Treasure!
Only one word "Thanks!!".
Take care,
Tommy
Kuramochi0214 3 years ago 10
Rushed out to buy this LP in 84 after hearing this song played just once on morning radio, after all this time its so pleasing to actually see the song performed. Thanks.
dovecott 3 years ago 8
Same here, but we rushed out and spent an absolute fortune on a CD player because we found out it was being released on CD as well as vinyl. So we had a really expensive piece of equipment and 1 solitary CD to play on it! LOL
richpat 3 years ago
Thanks again for another rare live clip from Mary Hopkin(with Oasis) at 1984.
whchanhk 3 years ago 7
The Japanese release of that CD is quite interesting to compare to the European one.
The sound quality is much better, close to perfection.
Also some sounds were missing on the other version
laurentino7171 3 years ago
A splendid piece of video tape :-)
Hey, Pat
"Julian LLoyd Webber" -- > any relation to Andrew Lloyd Webber?
Julian has similar looks & a similar voice to the master.
MisterCanning 3 years ago 6
Julian is indeed Andrews brother but he is playing the Cello, Peter skellern is the pianist...
richpat 3 years ago
@MisterCanning Yeh
Greatstuff365 5 months ago
haha cant beleive u found this! my dad was in this group! shame they neva made it! albeit not my style!
senordizzle 3 years ago 4
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laurentino7171 3 years ago
ive had the cd of these for a while now lovely songs its good to see them
thanks very much
bridlesbitsnsaddles 3 years ago 6