@ratiman And doesn't your comment spell out "so what?" Assuming this were the real world; would the interest of a young woman for a handsome singer be so abnormal? If you have something else to say, please let us know.
Imagine what this would have sounded like if it had been recorded in 1956 or 1966 instead of antebellum 1936, w/the primitive technology of the day. Still, the power & majesty of Robeson's voice comes thru..
@chg657 What an unusual notice! I think that we'd have been blown out of the back of the set if they'd used those techniques back then. Have to agree with you though; it would have made for a great performance! The scary part is what probably would have happened to the audio equipment given Paul's voice. I see things melting, with sparks, and even worse!
@varadero1839 In '35 & '36, the technology didn't allow for enuff "Dynamic Range" to properly reproduce sound...That's why some of the orchestral passages sound distorted. During WW2, better tubes were developed, & by '56, they had almost good "Hi-Fi" as we have today. And, of course, stereo was just around the corner in '56, by '66 it was in full bloom.
One of the great rennaisance men of the 20th Century. A man SO ahead of his time. No wonder he was much more appreciated in Europe (by fans & by the lady folk!). One of my all-time heroes!
My parents saw Paul Robeson in England at a concert, but could only afford the cheap seats at the back of the stage. After intermission, Maestro Robeson turned his back to the more expensive audience seats and sang the whole second half of his concert to those sitting in the cheap seats. No wonder he was so controversial, and so loved!
What an amazing tribute to Mr. Robeson! His generosity was always part of his superb talent. Given his scholastic, athletic and vocal accomplishments, he still remained a relatively "down-to-earth" person. He just happened to be genius!! Thank you so much for your enlightening remarks!
You are welcome. If anyone were to try and track down this performance and perhaps its reviews, it was a concert at Middlesbrough Town Hall, in the 1930s. It was a cherished memory because they felt that Mr. Robeson, in a still class conscious England, would treat them with such recognition of their musical appreciation, and they mentioned how very personable a performer he was.
Utterly fabulous!!! Paul Robeson was very popular here in the UK due to this and a number of other films. My parents used to always saw how much they liked him and his wonderful voice. I've seen this film only once, and that was some time ago - I must get a copy of it on DVD soon! Thanks for posting this super clip!
2:12 I'd say I'm pretty good at reading people. Doesn't her facial expression spell out 'lust'?
ratiman 3 months ago
@ratiman And doesn't your comment spell out "so what?" Assuming this were the real world; would the interest of a young woman for a handsome singer be so abnormal? If you have something else to say, please let us know.
varadero1839 3 months ago
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ratiman 3 months ago
Imagine what this would have sounded like if it had been recorded in 1956 or 1966 instead of antebellum 1936, w/the primitive technology of the day. Still, the power & majesty of Robeson's voice comes thru..
chg657 4 months ago
@chg657 What an unusual notice! I think that we'd have been blown out of the back of the set if they'd used those techniques back then. Have to agree with you though; it would have made for a great performance! The scary part is what probably would have happened to the audio equipment given Paul's voice. I see things melting, with sparks, and even worse!
I'm honored to hear from you! Thanks once more!
varadero1839 4 months ago
@varadero1839 In '35 & '36, the technology didn't allow for enuff "Dynamic Range" to properly reproduce sound...That's why some of the orchestral passages sound distorted. During WW2, better tubes were developed, & by '56, they had almost good "Hi-Fi" as we have today. And, of course, stereo was just around the corner in '56, by '66 it was in full bloom.
chg657 4 months ago
PR=OG
catch2370 4 months ago
"I'm lonely and sad as can be. Got no pal to shout a hello to, its only my shadow and me".
Mesmerising!
HowlinWilf13 1 year ago
@HowlinWilf13 Yes. The very heart of the song. Gets me every time he does this part.
Carvinter 5 months ago in playlist Carvinter's Favorited Videos
great man !
blackangel73 1 year ago
I simply cannot find the lyrics to this song anywhere. Can anyone kindly help me out?
spikemoe1 1 year ago
What movie is this from?
spikemoe1 1 year ago
@spikemoe1 Hi spikemoe1, This is from "Song of Freedom," a British production, 1936. Hope you enjoyed it! Best regards!
varadero1839 1 year ago
@varadero1839 I most certainly enjoyed it. Thank you.
spikemoe1 1 year ago
One of the great rennaisance men of the 20th Century. A man SO ahead of his time. No wonder he was much more appreciated in Europe (by fans & by the lady folk!). One of my all-time heroes!
thintieguy 1 year ago
Wonderful voice.
marcxopoco 1 year ago
My parents saw Paul Robeson in England at a concert, but could only afford the cheap seats at the back of the stage. After intermission, Maestro Robeson turned his back to the more expensive audience seats and sang the whole second half of his concert to those sitting in the cheap seats. No wonder he was so controversial, and so loved!
Manxypop 2 years ago 9
What an amazing tribute to Mr. Robeson! His generosity was always part of his superb talent. Given his scholastic, athletic and vocal accomplishments, he still remained a relatively "down-to-earth" person. He just happened to be genius!! Thank you so much for your enlightening remarks!
varadero1839 2 years ago
You are welcome. If anyone were to try and track down this performance and perhaps its reviews, it was a concert at Middlesbrough Town Hall, in the 1930s. It was a cherished memory because they felt that Mr. Robeson, in a still class conscious England, would treat them with such recognition of their musical appreciation, and they mentioned how very personable a performer he was.
Manxypop 2 years ago
@Manxypop These stories prove that cynicism about people is premature.
littlegreenliza 1 month ago
Yes, Robeson has a prodigyous bass voice and great spirit
You have reason
I like all his songs
mcmvzjosefm 2 years ago
Thanks
larryonlineone 2 years ago
My dear Paul,
You are still in my Heart and will always be!
Tenderness6 2 years ago
i love this movie...good tunes!
very heartfelt songs. "Song of Freedom"
good message
marcofalzone 3 years ago 2
Mr VOICE hisself , give im a big hand ! !!
Hemulen40 3 years ago
We're all lucky to have heard him. What a wonderful clip.
lenaweeparka 3 years ago 5
Utterly fabulous!!! Paul Robeson was very popular here in the UK due to this and a number of other films. My parents used to always saw how much they liked him and his wonderful voice. I've seen this film only once, and that was some time ago - I must get a copy of it on DVD soon! Thanks for posting this super clip!
Pamilow 3 years ago 4
Sends shivers up & down my spine... i'm a baritone /bass, but NOTHING anywhere close to this...
chg657 3 years ago 2