okay this is really REALLY killing me now... who sings the song that goes "You gotta do what you want oh oh yehehehe" (i think? or something similar) i realise that this isnt a lot of information lol. i think its 60s
Hi Strollersbuddies...Last week my lil brother & i saw them perform at some kinda pub at the Tropicana Golf & Country Club. Heard they're having a short stint there...Fri Nites only, this Fri being the last(i think).1st set takes off at 21:45hrs. Awesome,nostalgic fun! Go check it out!
Hi Strollersbuddies...Last week my lil brother & i saw them perform at some kinda pub at the Tropicana Golf & Country Club. Heard they're having a short stint there...Fri Nites only, this Fri being the last(i think).1st set takes off at 21:45hrs. Awesome,nostalgic fun! Go check it out!
i love my brothers and i'm from a foreigner from nepal, as you would call me a Glukah from nepal, but who cares, i grew up in malaysia and i love my broders and the music they initially performed and recorded for our benefit to enjoy. love you loads Strollers. al the existing Strollers. You've made me so happy!
I used to frequent a pub called the Red Rooster at Medan Tuanku in the early eighties where a band with an exStroller quitarist (Hassan I think) played - cant remember the name. Another act there was Search - that was before they became famous.Loved the Scorpions songs Search played then. Those were the days!
Im carving to watch this band last sunday at hard rock cafe in KL again!!! Im in love wt this 70's band!! Their voice chilled me..Luv u the strollers.
Im carving to watch this band last sunday at hard rock cafe in KL again!!! Im in love wt this 70's band!! Their voice chilled me..Luv u the strollers.
@jamesrichardwilliam This is one song thankfully i noticed and I'm sure if anyone is learing this song and burining it on a disk nd later learing thei nstrumental parts they can showcase that song on the X Factor.
My childhood days revisited just listening to this. I was in maxwell school KL then and it's still a pleasure to be able to listen to the Strollers today and i'm sure this song is still a hit among all the old boys whether it's find the dabble dreams of yours or climb the devil tree. Thanks Keith for such beautiful memories of the past that i can still cherish. Woooh... cherish reminds me of David Cassidy. Cheers man.
Gosh i thought i would never ever see this on YouTube. Thanks. I have a CD of the Strollers i bought 3 yrs ago while browsing in a CD store by chance and immediately bought it. It's released by LIFE Records.
@kiongaw Someone mentioned The Strollers 2 perform at the Hard Rock Cafe Kuala Lumpur (Sunday night), Backyard (SriHartamas) Saturday. That was sometime ago, I don't know if this info is still valid. Will keep you updated if I get the latest info.
@keithyoong Old school bistro jalan gasing on thursdays. I think only Billy Chang & Hussein were the old members still with the group. Hassan the former lead guitarist already balik kampung & spend his time studying the religion
@keithyoong please do....it would be wonderful to go listen to them play - im pretty sure many bikerz would love their songs as we have similar wavelengths....
HI Strollersbuddies...Last Friday my brother and i went to see them play at a kinda pub at Tropicana Golf & Country Club. Heard they having a short stint there....only Fri nites,this coming Fri being the last. Awesome nostalgic fun. Go check it out!
This song reminds me when I was in Remove class or Form 1(1973/74) when I often overheard my elder brother playing this song on the cassette. If u can send me the digital copy ,I may be able to convince some karaoke outlets to include this song in their song album (not sure about copyrights issue though). Are these guys still around? They should organise a reunion concert for his fans. bring back good memories ! thanks Lee60
@jabowockee These guys are still around except Nand Kumar. The lead singer Mike Magness is in Australia. The others are collaborating with two Alleycats members in a pub in PJ playing all the wonderful hits. They have been going around the country for the past year or so. They are known as The Strollers 2 now.
dear keithyoong, who is the original singer of this song? Ive heard versions by Ella Fitzgerald, Linda Rostadt & Nina Simone. The one by the Strollers seems more soulful & emotional
I'm glad to see some recognition for this group! These guys lived in our neighbourhood in Petaling Jaya at that time and were really nice. Kumar gave my brother guitar lessons. Everyone liked their music.
Can't believe I found this song after so many years, and now listening to it a few thousand miles away from Malaysia. Brings back lots of memories, Malaysia was better those days. Anyway, bless.
This song made number one in Singapore in October 1970. Just when I was revising for Senior Cambridge exams. Excellent vocals from Nand Kumar and great organ ride out by Michael Magness.
@Bluesdirections Memories are made of this, right ? Btw, I made an error. Mike Magness sang this. Pls see info. Mike Magness Jr. corrected my error. Nice of you to drop by. Cheers.
Great stuff, Keith. Just las week my cousin and I (we're in our late forties) were just wondering about that song that goes 'do what you gotta do...' and there you have it here on YouTube! Thanks.
Thank you KeithYoong for all the wonderful songs of The Strollers... sure bring back memories of my childhood days with my boyfriend (then, who is now my hubby). I've been searching this song "Before The Dawn", I wonder if it is sung by The Strollers, too. Please, KeithYoong, I appreciate very much if you could search the song for me.... love the song so much.. :)
Glad those good memories are flowing back to you thru' these songs by The Strollers. You know which channel to go to on your next anniversary. Not too sure about the song "Before The Dawn". Maybe someone out there might have a better idea.
@keithyoong Keith, I have just created "Remembering The Strollers of Malaysia" group on Facebook. I am inviting you to join the group and do the honours by linking your YouTube videos on The Strollers to the FB group. Best regards, Omar Ariff
Wonderful blast from the past. Thank you, keithyoong. Never forgot this song despite migrating to US half a life ago. I was 12 when I heard this song and fell in love with Nand Kumar in the most serious way. Thanks for the trip down memory lane. Could you email this to me? Thanks.
Sure and thanks for dropping by. Btw, if you read 'more info' you will find that it was an error. It wasn't done by Nand Kumar, it's Mike Magness and the info comes from his son, Mike Magness Jr. Somehow I got that wrong from the CD sleeve when the recording co. re-released it in 1999/2000. Oh, I need your e-mail add. Just drop it in my Inbox. Cheers.
I once saw them in Seremban, NSCRC Hall in the early 70's. Those were the bell-bottom days....my hair 'standing' now thinking of my bell-bottom pants. Good memories & teenage yrs. Nowadays, so many restrictions here & there, primary school homework just keep coming, there is no childhood for our youngins anymore.
Guys, The Strollers are performing in Charity event in Kota Kinabalu tonight organise by National Stroke Association (NASAM), my husband is the official photographer for the dinner.
hi i saw this okervil river do this same song its horrid anyway i fell instantly in love with this song and i am learning this song to sing with my band Nightbirds
Hi 79555004, you're welcome. You are not alone. Many tears have shed thru' my channel, simply because people are sentimental and nostalgic. Memories of schooldays, huh ? Give me your e-mail add. and I shall send the MP3 formats of these great hits by the Strollers of Malaysia. Cheers, Keith.
yunodin, that was money well-spent back in those days. Now you can get back every penny worth here. Thanks for dropping by. Btw, this jukebox is free.
Nice of you to find one of your fav songs all the way from the Netherlands. Yes, you're right, it's "climb that devil tree of yours" which differs from the original lyrics. It's a sort of improvisation and i think it sounded good. If you read below, you'll find the singer's son (TheInappropriateness) commenting. Maybe I'll get him to ask his dad what made him change the lyrics.
Great to see this upload! I and a friend of mine developed a special relationship to Strollers' songs a few years back. We collected Southeast Asian pop and psych records in a frenzy back then and later played them mixed up with East Asian punkrock at a small, local club where the waterpipe smoke laid heavy. Our favorites were "Big Step" and "Before the Dawn". The latter we played as the final slow dance. Wish I had known they were still playing since I just got back from Malaysia...
@5permwhal6 i've been trying to locate 'big step' song on u tube to no avail :( if yiu happen to have or know of the source, cd u please share it...... many thanks!!
@fapolo60 Their version of 'Big Step' is way too shabby. The original were done by a group Shekane but it's hard to get a copy of that. Anybody have a mp3
Hey! It was at a student run club in Lund, Sweden, some years ago. If they're still playing clubs in Malaysia I just have to go there next time I visit! Give my best regards and thanks to your father & co.! Their tunes really found their way into our hearts.
Hi there.. it's so great to see such support of the band on youtube. Michael Magness is my father and although he is completely averse to anything to do with computers, I know he'd get a kick out of this. One slight correction though - I noticed you have Nand Kumar as the lead singer on this song - it actually was dad that sang this one! Really nice to connect !
At last ! I've been expecting this eversince I put up this tribute (on my knees bowing to your father). Sorry for the error. Have made erratum on 'more info'. You're welcome. Say Hi to daddy and on behalf of all the fans of The Strollers, I want to thank him for all those great sounds. His organ-playing (on a Hammond I suppose) is a killer. Cheers. More reply coming to your Inbox.
Looking forward to your mail buddy. Actually saw them playing at ol'Skool last night (every thursday.. PLUG PLUG) and they rocked. They sang some of the old tunes. I know Hassan sang Do what you gotta do last night and I still got goose bumps. I even managed to get up and do a rendition of "hard to handle" by "the black crowes"
sha 1dz, glad you found my channel. You are not alone. We can actually form a Strollers fan club now. Tell your pal Raja Ahmad Shah about it. Thank you too.
Beautiful...you bring me back childhood memory i luv u for it. i use to sing this song often and know the wording by heart.
i look after a patient who had a short term memory age younger to my amusement he can remember the choures so well that when ever i am starting to sing it he finish the song for me..love u to bits thank you . Malaysia should be proud to have this english group and RTM need to get them reunion for the younger generation to appreciate what they have miss out
qkx4505, say, that's something. Do you know Uncle Mike is now residing in Queesnland, Australia ? He's seen my video tributes to his band here on YouTube. Still has that vinyl album? It's a memorabilia. Keep it.
goldenvenus, have you got fantastic memory or what? Only nice songs leave you with such good reminiscence. It leaves an impact on what you were doing and where you were while listening to great songs like this one. Agree ?
Thanks so much for posting. Sure bring back all the memories. My older brother used to play this all the time and I was not allowed to touch the 45's ;)
Aren't all big brothers the same ? Mine won't allowed me to touch his guitar. Now you can play this over & over again without your big bro's permission. It's here to share. Cheers.
this is awsome. Having lived in Malaysia during the 70's listening to "Do what you gotta do..." Brings a lot of memories....What a talented group! SHLim
Thanks for watching, Lim. Feel free to ask for MP3s if you want them, that is. Just leave your e-mail add in my Inbox. Which part of the world are you in now ?
BEST 1970 MALAYSIA SONG, MALAY,CHINA,INDIA,I CALL MALAYSIA THE BEST ,WE CALL YOU, DO WHAT YOU GOTTA TO DO ,ALL MALAYSIA. i CALL DEMOKARTI MALAYSIA!!!!!!!!BEST Strollers, BROTHER N SISTER!! Love to be a Malaysia china boy
Penangite living in the uk. thanks, brings back lots of happy memories and carefree days.
can someone tell me if it was The Strollers who did the Singapore Airlines promo. song Singapore Girl or was it another band? trying to find song on youtube.
Hi thanks for dropping in. It could be another band, maybe a Singapore band, who did that S.A. promo. At that time, there were the October Cherries, Western Union Band, and lots of good bands in Singapore too. I have one guy who commented on my channel who seems to be a guru on this. I'll ask him. However I doubt you can find it on YouTube at the moment.
P.S Keith Yoong...please find more..and post it here. Im planning to release my own album of this kind. Anybody out there..come and lets do it together.
I've listened to many version of this Jim Webb's song but Strollers was the best...a real classic and making it its own. The keyboard part was a classic too. For those young musician out there..this is the kind of music you all should aim for...honest. There were other bands from Malaysia and Singapore...equally good. Songs like Coffee Toafee...etc..
Thanks Keith. Now I can share this with my old kakis way back from the 70s. Anyone know this malay musician from setapak high school who was in a rock band, I think he was in this group or another one.
Now you know why everyone's turning to the Internet. The mass media in Malaysia do not endorsed true achievements but instead makes big "hoo-hahs" over small achievements. Welcome to Malaysia, my friend.
its sad they were never awarded by AIM ,the people at aim should award them ,they have hits in the malaysian top ten their records sell well here.They were one of the best best M,sian band.
The problem with the people at AIM is that they do not see what real talent is. It's all one-sided. The Strollers was a group consisted of all races of Malaysia. It represented a true Malaysia but people now don't look at it this way. That's why this country is left behind.
Thank you for bringing back great memories. Haven't heard this song since the 70s. Can't believe I still remember the lyrics, awesome. My regards to The Strollers.From Washington, USA with love. Terima kasih. Peace.
Sorry, I didn't notice your comment earlier. I'm glad you found your way to my channel all the way from Washington, USA. Anyway it's nice to know there are fans from all over the world. If you need MP3s of The Strollers, send me your e-mail add. to my Channel Inbox. Terima Kasih.
Thanks for watching. I think its a matter of time I'll have songs of October Cherries/The Surfers or Western Union Band on my channel. The demand is pouring in by the dozens.
Keith, you made my day! Bell-bottom Boleh! I've been looking for this song for years and finally found it here. Thanks so much. Where can I get the CD?
You're welcome, Zamani. I supposed you went to bed last night with a smile, right ? Yeah, bell-bottoms, Amco Jeans, Kapok guitars .....
Glad you found my channel. The re-released CD album is not on sale here. I've checked.
My channel is gonna be around. So why not come back for more. I think I'll put up more songs from the album. I didn't expect such a good response. Fans of The Strollers (Malaysia) are still aplenty.
When I was back in Malaysia,I bought this CD in one of the mall in Kuala Lumpur.Try Sungai Wang.I got 2 October Cherries CD too.I will be going back this end of May
Which is actually correct? strollers sang "climb that devil tree of yours' while Linda Ronstadt's version was "try that dabble dreams of yours". Anyway thanks keith for those wonderful memories of my school days. I may have lost this LP but i never forget this great song.
It has never crossed my mind but I think the former sounds better. And you know what, according to a certain review, The Strollers cover of this song is the best among the clutch of originals. I agree very much so. Glad you found this.
I just heard the version by The Four Tops and they sang "chase that dabble dreams of yours". It's a sort of improvisation by different artistes but I'm glad The Strollers being an Asian band had their own style. We are talking about the 70's you know. You don't get that originality anymore. I'm sure fans of The Strollers will agree with me on this.
salute !
jimmymakimura 1 week ago
okay this is really REALLY killing me now... who sings the song that goes "You gotta do what you want oh oh yehehehe" (i think? or something similar) i realise that this isnt a lot of information lol. i think its 60s
skillzdatkillz900 1 week ago
fonzi5647 You are also wrong. Its Nand Kumar not nan kuma.
1818jeffry 3 weeks ago
this my fathers group.... my father are the lead guitarist of this group.... Hassan Strollers....
fonzi5647 1 month ago
do what you gotta do sung by Michael Magness not nan kuma.... you are wrong........
fonzi5647 1 month ago
@fonzi5647 Hello friend. Mistakes made but correction is also made. Please read more info below video. Look before you leap.
keithyoong 1 month ago
My father's favourite band and song :D and now it's mine too!
DanyyDezeyte 1 month ago
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Hi Strollersbuddies...Last week my lil brother & i saw them perform at some kinda pub at the Tropicana Golf & Country Club. Heard they're having a short stint there...Fri Nites only, this Fri being the last(i think).1st set takes off at 21:45hrs. Awesome,nostalgic fun! Go check it out!
glitzchief 2 months ago
Hi Strollersbuddies...Last week my lil brother & i saw them perform at some kinda pub at the Tropicana Golf & Country Club. Heard they're having a short stint there...Fri Nites only, this Fri being the last(i think).1st set takes off at 21:45hrs. Awesome,nostalgic fun! Go check it out!
glitzchief 2 months ago
i greatly miss my broder nand kumar. glukah from nepal
mgurung42 3 months ago
i love my brothers and i'm from a foreigner from nepal, as you would call me a Glukah from nepal, but who cares, i grew up in malaysia and i love my broders and the music they initially performed and recorded for our benefit to enjoy. love you loads Strollers. al the existing Strollers. You've made me so happy!
mgurung42 3 months ago
Wow finally found this after 20 years of searching..Thx to google n youtube.
This song always reminds me of my years in m'sia now I'm half a world away
my all time fav from that era ( well other than Lobo !)
Now I know which pubs to go when I go back for a visit
kopi0susu 4 months ago
@kopi0susu Thx to google n youtube. No thx to me ? This is not an apprecaition. How can I tell you to enjoy then ?
keithyoong 4 months ago
One of my favorite bands during my school days. So awesome and nostalgic!
Many thanks.
ykyew
chewlivann 5 months ago
I used to frequent a pub called the Red Rooster at Medan Tuanku in the early eighties where a band with an exStroller quitarist (Hassan I think) played - cant remember the name. Another act there was Search - that was before they became famous.Loved the Scorpions songs Search played then. Those were the days!
kemunington 6 months ago
Bassist Hassan and drummer Hussain are brothers, they were my nextdoor neighbours in Kampung Baru
9W2MAI 7 months ago
I just love this song ,thanks for posting
jaguh4295 7 months ago
goose-pimples all over the body. Thanks Keith
123247391 7 months ago
This is Malaysian ! Just like Rooome n juuuuuul!!!!!!!!!!!
cheLoK456 8 months ago
watched them playing this song at Hard Rock just now! & im 29 :')
FazrelHisyam 9 months ago
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Im carving to watch this band last sunday at hard rock cafe in KL again!!! Im in love wt this 70's band!! Their voice chilled me..Luv u the strollers.
Keep up wt d good work!!
conslaw 10 months ago
Im carving to watch this band last sunday at hard rock cafe in KL again!!! Im in love wt this 70's band!! Their voice chilled me..Luv u the strollers.
Keep up wt d good work!!
conslaw 10 months ago
This song was almost 40 years of it's time and in this day and age a rendition of that version can be sung like that today..
mbrand19971 10 months ago
@mbrand19971 f k fantastic my time lu v it
jamesrichardwilliam 4 months ago
@jamesrichardwilliam This is one song thankfully i noticed and I'm sure if anyone is learing this song and burining it on a disk nd later learing thei nstrumental parts they can showcase that song on the X Factor.
mbrand19971 4 months ago
Just recall back, Love it very much
cheLoK456 1 year ago
Too bad, it's not the original line-up. Maybe one is, that's all.
keithyoong 1 year ago
always watch them perform in ol skool in jalan gasing PJ...
apaikupi 1 year ago
My childhood days revisited just listening to this. I was in maxwell school KL then and it's still a pleasure to be able to listen to the Strollers today and i'm sure this song is still a hit among all the old boys whether it's find the dabble dreams of yours or climb the devil tree. Thanks Keith for such beautiful memories of the past that i can still cherish. Woooh... cherish reminds me of David Cassidy. Cheers man.
anhrodnee 1 year ago
Gosh i thought i would never ever see this on YouTube. Thanks. I have a CD of the Strollers i bought 3 yrs ago while browsing in a CD store by chance and immediately bought it. It's released by LIFE Records.
keowtor 1 year ago
keithyoong, which pub in PJ, btw. I have always like this song since I was young. It was so, so long ago.
kiongaw 1 year ago
@kiongaw Someone mentioned The Strollers 2 perform at the Hard Rock Cafe Kuala Lumpur (Sunday night), Backyard (SriHartamas) Saturday. That was sometime ago, I don't know if this info is still valid. Will keep you updated if I get the latest info.
keithyoong 1 year ago
@keithyoong I am away in Cambodia n will be back in late March. If they are around town during the period, it would be great.
kiongaw 1 year ago
@keithyoong Old achool bistro jalan gasing on thursdays
tubeless727 1 year ago
@keithyoong Old school bistro jalan gasing on thursdays. I think only Billy Chang & Hussein were the old members still with the group. Hassan the former lead guitarist already balik kampung & spend his time studying the religion
tubeless727 1 year ago
@keithyoong please do....it would be wonderful to go listen to them play - im pretty sure many bikerz would love their songs as we have similar wavelengths....
fapolo60 1 year ago
HI Strollersbuddies...Last Friday my brother and i went to see them play at a kinda pub at Tropicana Golf & Country Club. Heard they having a short stint there....only Fri nites,this coming Fri being the last. Awesome nostalgic fun. Go check it out!
glitzchief 2 months ago
This song reminds me when I was in Remove class or Form 1(1973/74) when I often overheard my elder brother playing this song on the cassette. If u can send me the digital copy ,I may be able to convince some karaoke outlets to include this song in their song album (not sure about copyrights issue though). Are these guys still around? They should organise a reunion concert for his fans. bring back good memories ! thanks Lee60
jabowockee 1 year ago
@jabowockee These guys are still around except Nand Kumar. The lead singer Mike Magness is in Australia. The others are collaborating with two Alleycats members in a pub in PJ playing all the wonderful hits. They have been going around the country for the past year or so. They are known as The Strollers 2 now.
keithyoong 1 year ago
dear keithyoong, who is the original singer of this song? Ive heard versions by Ella Fitzgerald, Linda Rostadt & Nina Simone. The one by the Strollers seems more soulful & emotional
tubeless727 1 year ago
many many thanks for this wonderful song - when i was a kid, didnt know this was sung by a malaysian band - im proud to know it now....
fapolo60 1 year ago
@fapolo60 Thanks for dropping by. Glad you found my channel. Never too late to realise. Enjoy. Keith.
keithyoong 1 year ago
I'm glad to see some recognition for this group! These guys lived in our neighbourhood in Petaling Jaya at that time and were really nice. Kumar gave my brother guitar lessons. Everyone liked their music.
dornroslein 1 year ago
I am looking for their song that has the following " Just like a robin chasing the sun..like a moth to the flame.." Anyone can help? Pls
nawiderahman 1 year ago
@nawiderahman
The name of the song is "small town woman" sung originally by Mark Lindsay
pratchand1 1 year ago
Can't believe I found this song after so many years, and now listening to it a few thousand miles away from Malaysia. Brings back lots of memories, Malaysia was better those days. Anyway, bless.
ranemijo18 1 year ago
This song made number one in Singapore in October 1970. Just when I was revising for Senior Cambridge exams. Excellent vocals from Nand Kumar and great organ ride out by Michael Magness.
Bluesdirections 1 year ago
@Bluesdirections Memories are made of this, right ? Btw, I made an error. Mike Magness sang this. Pls see info. Mike Magness Jr. corrected my error. Nice of you to drop by. Cheers.
keithyoong 1 year ago
My cousin got this historical album,It remind me of those day.
ccbloody 1 year ago
Great stuff, Keith. Just las week my cousin and I (we're in our late forties) were just wondering about that song that goes 'do what you gotta do...' and there you have it here on YouTube! Thanks.
saifol63 2 years ago
Now you & cousin can sing along to the montage here. Glad you found your long lost love. So have many fans of The Strollers. Cheers. Keith.
keithyoong 2 years ago
@keithyoong
robshlim 1 year ago
I would love to get a copy of all their songs, any suggestion friends?
OliveroChee 2 years ago
i still have this EP somewhere in my store
dannyjee1 2 years ago
Good for you, man. Could fetch some money on Ebay. It's a collector's item these days. Treasure it my friend.
Keith
keithyoong 2 years ago
Thank you KeithYoong for all the wonderful songs of The Strollers... sure bring back memories of my childhood days with my boyfriend (then, who is now my hubby). I've been searching this song "Before The Dawn", I wonder if it is sung by The Strollers, too. Please, KeithYoong, I appreciate very much if you could search the song for me.... love the song so much.. :)
kugee04 2 years ago
Glad those good memories are flowing back to you thru' these songs by The Strollers. You know which channel to go to on your next anniversary. Not too sure about the song "Before The Dawn". Maybe someone out there might have a better idea.
Keith
keithyoong 2 years ago
I have heard the original version sung by the songwriter Jim Webb, the Four Tops and Nina Simone.
And my verdict : The Strollers does it best!
omarque7781 2 years ago
Your verdict is spot on. And so say all of us.
keithyoong 2 years ago
@keithyoong Keith, I have just created "Remembering The Strollers of Malaysia" group on Facebook. I am inviting you to join the group and do the honours by linking your YouTube videos on The Strollers to the FB group. Best regards, Omar Ariff
omarque7781 2 years ago
Wonderful blast from the past. Thank you, keithyoong. Never forgot this song despite migrating to US half a life ago. I was 12 when I heard this song and fell in love with Nand Kumar in the most serious way. Thanks for the trip down memory lane. Could you email this to me? Thanks.
hgvida1 2 years ago
Sure and thanks for dropping by. Btw, if you read 'more info' you will find that it was an error. It wasn't done by Nand Kumar, it's Mike Magness and the info comes from his son, Mike Magness Jr. Somehow I got that wrong from the CD sleeve when the recording co. re-released it in 1999/2000. Oh, I need your e-mail add. Just drop it in my Inbox. Cheers.
keithyoong 2 years ago
I've been searching for this song for ages.
Thanks for uploading. Can you email me all the strollers songs that you have? Thousand Thanks!
cakcat53 2 years ago
I once saw them in Seremban, NSCRC Hall in the early 70's. Those were the bell-bottom days....my hair 'standing' now thinking of my bell-bottom pants. Good memories & teenage yrs. Nowadays, so many restrictions here & there, primary school homework just keep coming, there is no childhood for our youngins anymore.
pdgb101548 2 years ago
Thank you to keithyoong and youtube or else i will never be able to find the songs from the Strollers again.
segambut3 2 years ago
You're most welcome. Anything to bring back memories, this is the channel. And of course, YouTube is the site.
keithyoong 2 years ago
Thanks for the upload. Brings back wonderful memories of my childhood days.
mrblurblur2003 2 years ago
Guys, The Strollers are performing in Charity event in Kota Kinabalu tonight organise by National Stroke Association (NASAM), my husband is the official photographer for the dinner.
Cinsideme 2 years ago
Cinsideme, Thanks for the info. Have fun and here wishing your husband steady hands.
keithyoong 2 years ago
hi keithyoong, just wandering do you know this band Okervil River . how come they are singing this tune any connections
albassist457 2 years ago
hi i saw this okervil river do this same song its horrid anyway i fell instantly in love with this song and i am learning this song to sing with my band Nightbirds
albassist457 2 years ago
albassist457, Good luck to your band.
keithyoong 2 years ago
omg, i love this! old school malaysia! makes me proud being malaysian! :)
idzani 2 years ago
idzani, you just said it for everyone here, mate.
keithyoong 2 years ago
Hi 79555004, you're welcome. You are not alone. Many tears have shed thru' my channel, simply because people are sentimental and nostalgic. Memories of schooldays, huh ? Give me your e-mail add. and I shall send the MP3 formats of these great hits by the Strollers of Malaysia. Cheers, Keith.
keithyoong 2 years ago
I believe Jim Webb wrote the song. I learned it from a Sammy Davis, Jr. LP.
nickellodeon55 2 years ago
this just brings back some nostagic feelings!
rsxviper 2 years ago
I bet everyone who stumbled upon this song has that good old familiar feeling. Schooldays back in the 70's ?
keithyoong 2 years ago
the true unity of Malaysia
munirss 2 years ago
I remember putting my last coin into the juke-box just to listen to midday sun..And I got to school without any penny left..Thank you .
yunodin 2 years ago
yunodin, that was money well-spent back in those days. Now you can get back every penny worth here. Thanks for dropping by. Btw, this jukebox is free.
Cheers
Keith
keithyoong 2 years ago
Nice of you to find one of your fav songs all the way from the Netherlands. Yes, you're right, it's "climb that devil tree of yours" which differs from the original lyrics. It's a sort of improvisation and i think it sounded good. If you read below, you'll find the singer's son (TheInappropriateness) commenting. Maybe I'll get him to ask his dad what made him change the lyrics.
keithyoong 2 years ago
Great to see this upload! I and a friend of mine developed a special relationship to Strollers' songs a few years back. We collected Southeast Asian pop and psych records in a frenzy back then and later played them mixed up with East Asian punkrock at a small, local club where the waterpipe smoke laid heavy. Our favorites were "Big Step" and "Before the Dawn". The latter we played as the final slow dance. Wish I had known they were still playing since I just got back from Malaysia...
5permwhal6 2 years ago
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fapolo60 1 year ago
@5permwhal6 i've been trying to locate 'big step' song on u tube to no avail :( if yiu happen to have or know of the source, cd u please share it...... many thanks!!
fapolo60 1 year ago
@fapolo60 Their version of 'Big Step' is way too shabby. The original were done by a group Shekane but it's hard to get a copy of that. Anybody have a mp3
keowtor 1 year ago
hey man.. Which neighbourhood is that?
TheInappropriateness 2 years ago
Hey! It was at a student run club in Lund, Sweden, some years ago. If they're still playing clubs in Malaysia I just have to go there next time I visit! Give my best regards and thanks to your father & co.! Their tunes really found their way into our hearts.
5permwhal6 2 years ago
Hi there.. it's so great to see such support of the band on youtube. Michael Magness is my father and although he is completely averse to anything to do with computers, I know he'd get a kick out of this. One slight correction though - I noticed you have Nand Kumar as the lead singer on this song - it actually was dad that sang this one! Really nice to connect !
TheInappropriateness 2 years ago
At last ! I've been expecting this eversince I put up this tribute (on my knees bowing to your father). Sorry for the error. Have made erratum on 'more info'. You're welcome. Say Hi to daddy and on behalf of all the fans of The Strollers, I want to thank him for all those great sounds. His organ-playing (on a Hammond I suppose) is a killer. Cheers. More reply coming to your Inbox.
keithyoong 2 years ago
Looking forward to your mail buddy. Actually saw them playing at ol'Skool last night (every thursday.. PLUG PLUG) and they rocked. They sang some of the old tunes. I know Hassan sang Do what you gotta do last night and I still got goose bumps. I even managed to get up and do a rendition of "hard to handle" by "the black crowes"
TheInappropriateness 2 years ago
sha 1dz, glad you found my channel. You are not alone. We can actually form a Strollers fan club now. Tell your pal Raja Ahmad Shah about it. Thank you too.
Keith
keithyoong 2 years ago
there is this guy who had short term memory remeber this song
why?? cos he sing it everyday
love
aaussie
breezeken 2 years ago
RTM should have a reunion for this group to show the younger generation what they have.malaysian should be proud of it.
breezeken 2 years ago
Beautiful...you bring me back childhood memory i luv u for it. i use to sing this song often and know the wording by heart.
i look after a patient who had a short term memory age younger to my amusement he can remember the choures so well that when ever i am starting to sing it he finish the song for me..love u to bits thank you . Malaysia should be proud to have this english group and RTM need to get them reunion for the younger generation to appreciate what they have miss out
breezeken 2 years ago
wow, the strollers.
so nostalgic.
they all wears like my fathers.
haha this what i find before.
the true malaysian band.
thirdfingers 3 years ago
i was driven away by the songs.. hehe. really can't believe my ears. thanx for the knock on the head.. XD
fakeshadow89 3 years ago
wow.. this is supernice!!!!!!! cant belive they are malaysianS! can you give me each of their names please..? i love the 70's..
fakeshadow89 3 years ago
Yes they are. Their names ? Watch the video, it's all there.
keithyoong 3 years ago
qkx4505, say, that's something. Do you know Uncle Mike is now residing in Queesnland, Australia ? He's seen my video tributes to his band here on YouTube. Still has that vinyl album? It's a memorabilia. Keep it.
keithyoong 3 years ago
Thanks qkx4505.
keithyoong 3 years ago
mosiza, you can say that again. Judging from your age, you have good taste. Thanks for dropping in.
keithyoong 3 years ago
If i'm not mistaken this song was recorded somewhere in end of 1969. Taken from the Strollers debut LP released early 1970. Great version from them!
mzkorox 3 years ago
goldenvenus, have you got fantastic memory or what? Only nice songs leave you with such good reminiscence. It leaves an impact on what you were doing and where you were while listening to great songs like this one. Agree ?
keithyoong 3 years ago
What a group during those days and look at the lyrics, I luv u guys, its nostalgic, brings back good memories, Thanks for the upload
amsie1973 3 years ago
Thanks so much for posting. Sure bring back all the memories. My older brother used to play this all the time and I was not allowed to touch the 45's ;)
sh8827 3 years ago
Aren't all big brothers the same ? Mine won't allowed me to touch his guitar. Now you can play this over & over again without your big bro's permission. It's here to share. Cheers.
Keith
keithyoong 3 years ago
this is awsome. Having lived in Malaysia during the 70's listening to "Do what you gotta do..." Brings a lot of memories....What a talented group! SHLim
eastxmom 3 years ago
Thanks for watching, Lim. Feel free to ask for MP3s if you want them, that is. Just leave your e-mail add in my Inbox. Which part of the world are you in now ?
keithyoong 3 years ago
tq 4 posting it...luv it ^^
0125461133 3 years ago
BEST 1970 MALAYSIA SONG, MALAY,CHINA,INDIA,I CALL MALAYSIA THE BEST ,WE CALL YOU, DO WHAT YOU GOTTA TO DO ,ALL MALAYSIA. i CALL DEMOKARTI MALAYSIA!!!!!!!!BEST Strollers, BROTHER N SISTER!! Love to be a Malaysia china boy
cheLoK456 3 years ago
Penangite living in the uk. thanks, brings back lots of happy memories and carefree days.
can someone tell me if it was The Strollers who did the Singapore Airlines promo. song Singapore Girl or was it another band? trying to find song on youtube.
durianman1 3 years ago
Hi thanks for dropping in. It could be another band, maybe a Singapore band, who did that S.A. promo. At that time, there were the October Cherries, Western Union Band, and lots of good bands in Singapore too. I have one guy who commented on my channel who seems to be a guru on this. I'll ask him. However I doubt you can find it on YouTube at the moment.
keithyoong 3 years ago
P.S Keith Yoong...please find more..and post it here. Im planning to release my own album of this kind. Anybody out there..come and lets do it together.
abgshade 3 years ago
Sorry for the late reply. I saw your comment but was busy. Yes, I have more of these. Good luck to your album. Use these songs for inspiration.
keithyoong 3 years ago
I've listened to many version of this Jim Webb's song but Strollers was the best...a real classic and making it its own. The keyboard part was a classic too. For those young musician out there..this is the kind of music you all should aim for...honest. There were other bands from Malaysia and Singapore...equally good. Songs like Coffee Toafee...etc..
abgshade 3 years ago
Let me have your e-mail add. and I shall send you the MP3s incl. Coffee Toffee.
keithyoong 3 years ago
Thanks Keith. Now I can share this with my old kakis way back from the 70s. Anyone know this malay musician from setapak high school who was in a rock band, I think he was in this group or another one.
edikens88 3 years ago
Alright, more kakis. Welcome mate.
keithyoong 3 years ago
Grim Preachers, heard of them?
edikens88 2 years ago
Hey Buck, no problem, bro. Now you know you are not alone. And I can say this, we are not alone.
keithyoong 3 years ago
this is a great band.. and its from malaysia. I dont know that this band exist. Thanks to Malaysian stupid media. -.-
kurniasan 3 years ago
Now you know why everyone's turning to the Internet. The mass media in Malaysia do not endorsed true achievements but instead makes big "hoo-hahs" over small achievements. Welcome to Malaysia, my friend.
keithyoong 3 years ago
its sad they were never awarded by AIM ,the people at aim should award them ,they have hits in the malaysian top ten their records sell well here.They were one of the best best M,sian band.
nidroonima 3 years ago
The problem with the people at AIM is that they do not see what real talent is. It's all one-sided. The Strollers was a group consisted of all races of Malaysia. It represented a true Malaysia but people now don't look at it this way. That's why this country is left behind.
keithyoong 3 years ago
You,re rightman,at AIm there mostly uneducated judges which knows nothing,
nidroonima 3 years ago
Thank you for bringing back great memories. Haven't heard this song since the 70s. Can't believe I still remember the lyrics, awesome. My regards to The Strollers.From Washington, USA with love. Terima kasih. Peace.
Imlan 3 years ago
Sorry, I didn't notice your comment earlier. I'm glad you found your way to my channel all the way from Washington, USA. Anyway it's nice to know there are fans from all over the world. If you need MP3s of The Strollers, send me your e-mail add. to my Channel Inbox. Terima Kasih.
keithyoong 3 years ago
Thanks Keith for the super, speedy reply complete with mp3s. You're the man! I'm enjoying the songs now ...
dufusnot 3 years ago
Man, thanks Keith. Your vids sure brings back childhood memories for me.
dufusnot 3 years ago
really nice version
scooternak53 3 years ago
If you want all their songs on MP3, just let me have your e-mail add. I have given you mine in my last message. Check your inbox.
keithyoong 3 years ago
This video is awesome,keep going man!!!
Hunter1120 4 years ago
hi Keith,
made my day too.
thanks.
how about october Cherries & Western union band?
rgds.
simon
tsdentist56 4 years ago
Hi Simon
Thanks for watching. I think its a matter of time I'll have songs of October Cherries/The Surfers or Western Union Band on my channel. The demand is pouring in by the dozens.
Keith.
keithyoong 4 years ago
Keith, you made my day! Bell-bottom Boleh! I've been looking for this song for years and finally found it here. Thanks so much. Where can I get the CD?
Zamani
zamanirafique 4 years ago
You're welcome, Zamani. I supposed you went to bed last night with a smile, right ? Yeah, bell-bottoms, Amco Jeans, Kapok guitars .....
Glad you found my channel. The re-released CD album is not on sale here. I've checked.
My channel is gonna be around. So why not come back for more. I think I'll put up more songs from the album. I didn't expect such a good response. Fans of The Strollers (Malaysia) are still aplenty.
keithyoong 4 years ago
When I was back in Malaysia,I bought this CD in one of the mall in Kuala Lumpur.Try Sungai Wang.I got 2 October Cherries CD too.I will be going back this end of May
Rockyzaz 3 years ago
Rockyzaz, thanks. Will make it a point to check at Sg Wang.
zamanirafique 3 years ago
Which is actually correct? strollers sang "climb that devil tree of yours' while Linda Ronstadt's version was "try that dabble dreams of yours". Anyway thanks keith for those wonderful memories of my school days. I may have lost this LP but i never forget this great song.
anhrodnee 4 years ago
It has never crossed my mind but I think the former sounds better. And you know what, according to a certain review, The Strollers cover of this song is the best among the clutch of originals. I agree very much so. Glad you found this.
keithyoong 4 years ago
I just heard the version by The Four Tops and they sang "chase that dabble dreams of yours". It's a sort of improvisation by different artistes but I'm glad The Strollers being an Asian band had their own style. We are talking about the 70's you know. You don't get that originality anymore. I'm sure fans of The Strollers will agree with me on this.
keithyoong 4 years ago
Keith,
Great songs. The other song is Just as I am. Really bring back the good old days.
Jeremy
gopengkaki 4 years ago
Hi Jeremy
Glad you saw this. Sure brings back those memories of our schooldays.
keithyoong 4 years ago