I saw the entire original band in the 1980's when they all were "Alive" and got back together. There were awesome then. One of my three fav bands when I was in High School (Class of '73) and they're still doing all their songs in the original keys and that's NOT easy singing that they do. I read about all the legal battles with the band vs. Chuck. Too bad it had to come to that, it was like a bad divorce. They STILL Rock though
No Chuck, Joe or Floyd.....just Dog Night now (c'mon......Danny Hutton on lead vocals??? ) I pride myself on being a huge fan of the old band and this don't even come close.
Did you know that the phrase 3 dog night, refers to how cold it is. The US army soldiers in Germany would say 1 dog next to you was kinda chilli, but 3 dogs meant it was really freakin cold.
no ..not about anything..but one thing...this moment was a spiritual thing, especially at the end..forget comparisons, does not come in the equation..this was a moment that just was...sometimes church is not at church....this was church...
Awesome! Having vocals of this quality(yes even without Chuck Negron) is priceless. These guys still rock. Thumbs up to the bass player who pulled off those vocals extremely well. One of the best versions I've ever heard.
I personally think this song in this rendision is the best song I've ever heard and thru my 68 years I've heard a lot and sang a lot. But this one is at the top of my list suplanting Elvis, Frankie Laine, Lee Greenwood and all the others who have sung great songs. This just lifts me up and transports me to another plain. Damned good. Way to go Cory, Denny. Wish Chuck were with you, but that guitar man can sing too.
Sure it isn't the same, get over it. Things change. Why do people resist change. The Ford Mustang got better with change in the late 60's. I'm sure a lot better than I was in the 70's,( You'll just have to take my word for it.) THIS VERSION ROCKS.
Damn!!! I have watched this every day for the past two weeks since I found it. Finally HAD to comment. I agree with as435943, I never really liked this song but this version ROCKS. It has been stuck in my head for days, and Cory is at his best, just keeps getting better and better. I'll be checking out there tour schedule. Would love to see them live.
@BROOKLYNBRENDA Now here I would say you're right....certainly some influence from Black Baptist/Petacostal....this arrangement is awesome....and it certainly has that energy!
I was at this concert and it was fantastic. Performed near Nashville at the Renaissance Center. The entire DVD of the concert is excellent. Great post production.
I've always been a huge TDN fan but never enjoyed Eli's Coming... until viewing this video. Wow! And I mean WOW! I found myself jumping out of my seat. Funny thing is near the end of the video I noticed that the audience was still in their seats. Go figure?
What a great Song! My First Concert Ever in 1973! Cape Cod Collesium in South Yarmouth Ma, Ole Cape Cod. The place was a sweat factory but the show Rocked!
CHUCK NEGRON is the best even Aug. 2110....his voice is better than ever......he tour alson with his son-in-law in the band, and 2 daughters, about, 4 and 12
sing this song with him..
Corey and Danny....tour as Three Dog Night.....but htey're only 2 Dog Night
@lesliewinger Sorry, his voice isn't even CLOSE to being as good as Chuck Negron-----and Chuck's even BETTER now! BTW, Corey hasn't aged well, Danny only a little better!
LOVE THIS. Cory and Danny are great as always but whoa check out Paul Kingery singing Chuck's part. Mesmerizing. This guy is hypnotic. Pretty damn cute too. Definitely got my attention.
Even though Negron went on a 25 year drugscapade as you put it.....Chuck still looks & sounds better than Cory or Danny! Chuck will away be the face & the voice of THREE DOG NIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow, what a magnificient performance! He's so right, I LOVE the symphony music background and rock together. Thank you for sharing, brought back many memories, this time around they were EVEN better! Peace~~
This is one of the most amazing and energetic performances I have ever seen. These guys nail this song to your chest and head and it sticks with you for days, one of those "must watch daily" performances. I appreciate all versions of this song but this one resonates an emotion of triumph. I hope they have many performing years left in them because if I have but one regret, it is not seeing them live and in person.
This was a truly fantastic concert at the Renaissance Center in Dickson Tennessee, near Nashville. The entire concert is on DVD which can be ordered by calling 615 740-5506. The production of the DVD is exceptional.
yes, this is why music means so much to me.... to channel the sounds in my head, the universe, the inner-verse, .. To see these guys again just blows me away. This is a place for comments, yet the place I want to comment about is the place where words fall away and there is no need for comment, idle chatter boxes are silent and things just "are" * oceans of love from Mississippi
Wow! My mortality is right in front of my eyes, but I'll die a happy person with this music. These guys are a few years older than me, but they've made so many happy memories for me and I pray the Lord will let me take these happy songs with me to wherever I'm meant to go. I love you guys so much! Love and Peace right back at you from the 1970s!
Although this is a great remake of the song. Sad but true it is lacking the vocals of Chuck Negron. They are still my BOYS and I love them all. But the golden days were the best.
Wenylranger: I saw them in concert last summer at a casino. Allsup was not there, no meet and greet, no autos & not much interaction with the audience whatsoever. I have been a huge fan since 1969 & was so disappointed. Chuck did not leave the group as stated below, he was ousted due to his sickness & heroin addiction. If you ever have an opportunity to see Chuck Negron & the Negron Band do so, he does not disappoint. He sang lead on half of their hits & still sounds amazing & a super nice guy!
Sorry but Kingery trying to sing Chuck's part is a joke. Take a listen to Eli's coming recorded live off of their TDN Greatest Hits Live CD and it will knock your socks off. No comparison. and there is no comparison.
perhaps his eyes are shut because his vision of the song he sings and the emotion he brings are that much deeper ...i think..no..i know his voice has such a great passion that it is beyond the previous version of anything heard..thank you cory..i mean it..thank you so much
This just goes to prove that you dont have to be past your prime just because you are older!!! Nice job guys!!!! I would have gone to your concerts when I was younger but "Mama told me not to come"! LOL
if I didn't know any better and wasn't looking at the video, I would swear it was Styx playing an intro to a song of theirs...they sound great! Big 3DN fan!
I loved Chuck but after seeing lately he hasn't been able to hit the high notes like he used, unlike Cory and Danny who I think have gotten better with age. As far as Cory, I always liked his bluesy voice the best. Never has been underrated.
@as435943 you don't have a clue. Wells was on tap to vocal this before Negron anyway, and then of course Chuck-baby goes into a twenty-year drug-slide. Us boomers don't like that shit, much less his holier-than-thou return.
@3Rubee Obviously, you haven't read Chuck's book, "Three Dog Nightmare" (I just finished it a couple of hours ago), or you wouldn't say that he has a "holier than thou" attitude now! He accepts full responsibility for his actions, and realizes that he is lucky to be alive, thanks to the grace of God, who was DEFINITELY looking out for him, and has blessed him with the return of his beautiful voice and his beautiful soul! If ANYONE is "holier than thou", it's CORY, who is a real prick!
This is just absolutely ass kicking amazing music comin out of this smokin group. Cory, don't smile, it adds an edge, a sharp one. This literally blew my doors completly off and I passed it on to all I knew. It made me a fan. Great talent in the vocals of this silent one.
Aren't there others in the band that are also survivors? Isn't it also likely that other people find other singers in the band to be the one with a tone and range that others didn't have?
Three Dog Night was a group to be reckoned with in the late 60's and
70's.Did Chuck do wrong going down that road...yes he did. But he wasn't the only one. Many artist died. If God forgives we should. Chuck is a survivor. To think that one singer made the group is wrong but Chuck was awesome with a tone and range the others didn't have, as good as they were. It was the efforts of all 3 that made it happen. It is wrong that this group is not in the Rock and Roll hall of Fame. Reunite.
Also I feel all three members made up TDN and their accomplishments. They were great in the past and are still a driving force with stand out vocals. Long live TDN and their following.
Long live ThreeDog Night! They are coming to Tyler, TX , wish Chuck was with them but they sound great without him. They sound great live today as they did back 40 years ago.
Chuck or no Chuck....whatever. Listen to these guys....40 years they've been singing this and it sounds GREAT. Fans will never know the whole story behind their relationship and problems with Chuck. Regardless.....these guys deserve props for carrying on 40+ years and still sounding fantastic. How many artists have sustained that long? I'm impressed.
I actually e-mailed Chuck and he told me some of the past with TDN. He told me that he was offered to perform with these two for the tour in 1999. He said that he had his best years with TDN and wanted to basically leave it atb that. He said that he is happy with the way his life is now. He can perform TDN songs and not get any crap from these two. He had a rough time with drugs and they are now in his past and is content .
Interesting tjerwin1.....thanks for the info. As usual, the fans blow up the real facts. I had a feeling their relationship wasn't as bad as the fans made it out to be.
I just did a Google search and articles came up about Chuck Negron suing Three Dog Night in 1998 for the rights to the name. Nothing about touring together.
To those of you who think Chuck's recent rendition of Eli is not as good, do you realize that as he was going thru recovery he had to learn how to talk basically and how to sing again. He had to hire a singing coach to get his voice back. It's amazing he can even sing at all. He has permanent lung damage from long ago untreated pneumonia, plus he has emphezema. I think he does very well considering what all he has had to overcome.
these guys are serious artists, this is an interesting rendition. As far as Chuck Negron, I am sure it's a very personal matter to all involved. To understand what's going on is difficult at best to those that are just fans. Rock on!
Chuck Negron sang lead vocals for Three Dog Night's biggest hits, such as One, Joy to the World, and Easy to be Hard was dismissed by the above two singers, due to drug problems The above singers market themselves as Three Dog Night, and despite Chuck's efforts to rejoing them, have rebuffed him. Chuck has recovered and has written a biography Three Dog Nightmare,--it's horrifying, yet inspiring. . Definitely listen to TDN's earlier music--no orchestra then--just really good rock.
You claim that 4 of the members of the original band "market" themselves as Three Dog Night? This a lot of original members for a 40 year old band. 4 out of 7, Chuck Negron has not been in Three Dog Night for over 20 years according to his own book.
It sounds like a lot of people here never really got the lyrics of "Easy to be Hard", judging by all the Chuck bashers. Remember, "How can people be so cruel?" I guess I listened to the lyrics. I'm sorry so many people choose to get some sort of perverse pleasure from bashing him after he gave us all such wonderful music. Does it make you feel better to bash him? Yes, he screwed up, but all that seems to overshadow his great contribution to rock. I feel sorry for you guys.
OK, i just watched the original and this one...honestly I think they hold up pretty damn fine. Really a great song and a great group. I'm still looking for their version of "get ready'".
I would have liked a little less orchestra and a little more raw..but just mho.
I am serious. Any opinion expressed is subjective by nature. I have seen these guys live back in the early 70s. To me Chuck had the weakest voice (on that night). A pretty voice to be sure.
Danny and Cory have not lost a bit of what they had back then. I don't know if you have seen any of Chuck's recent work, to me he has lost whatever he had. I'm not a doctor but I expect that is probably from so many years of substance abuse. It was sad for me to watch.
Are you kidding? Not meant as a diss but you really don't know? Cory Wells is his name, other guy is Danny Hutton from the original band. Missing is Chuck Negron
Want the truth about it? In 1982, I named my first son after this song beause of the power of it. He died when he was seven. I think he was too powerdful for this world. His charisma was incredible. He would have been the man of the title. Now you are welcome to slam me as I know will happen.
Your post and those like it provide a frame for the music. Music without listeners and without effect on them is no better than silence. No, it is worse. Silence allows thought and prayer..
NEVER hesitate to reach out.
NEVER build a wall around your heart. You'll never feel the love your brothers and sisters have for you if you protect yourself too much.
Christ's commandment in the Sermon on the Mount is "Love one another." We're trying. Please let us.
Gee, I thought just the opposite. Cory is in his 60's and he rocked. Vocally he was strong, he moved well and hit all those high notes. I've seen much younger do a whole lot worse.....
Minxii - I wanted to say that I think Cory isn't as animated as before because he looks like he really has to focus (with eyes closed) in order to hit his notes. I find the singers do a lot of vocal histrionics in order to cover up the fact that they can
I saw the entire original band in the 1980's when they all were "Alive" and got back together. There were awesome then. One of my three fav bands when I was in High School (Class of '73) and they're still doing all their songs in the original keys and that's NOT easy singing that they do. I read about all the legal battles with the band vs. Chuck. Too bad it had to come to that, it was like a bad divorce. They STILL Rock though
dcrimmen 1 week ago
No Chuck, Joe or Floyd.....just Dog Night now (c'mon......Danny Hutton on lead vocals??? ) I pride myself on being a huge fan of the old band and this don't even come close.
pacoblancosmith 3 weeks ago
WOW! I was in jr high when they were popular! I won't say anymore!
texjoy56 3 weeks ago
After all these years still pretty good.
edwinf9999 1 month ago
They still got it. I loved Three Dog Night way back when.
CAL2177 1 month ago
I will never tire of this incredible tune an awesome band with incredible voices and magnetism LOVE YOU
sharlaraye 1 month ago
I want this song to play when the New York Giants offense takes the field for Eli Manning. So damn catchy.
GlobalBlakkout 1 month ago
Phenomenal performance. What a great concert this must have been. Band sounds as great as they ever did. Sorry to say I don't miss Chuck one bit.
GHHPoobah 2 months ago in playlist GHHPoobah's favorites
My favorite 3DN song, and my favorite version of it.
hrothgar47 3 months ago
Did you know that the phrase 3 dog night, refers to how cold it is. The US army soldiers in Germany would say 1 dog next to you was kinda chilli, but 3 dogs meant it was really freakin cold.
Seabreeze32246 3 months ago
Yep, they need to change the name to Two Dog Night. Nowhere near as good as they were when Chuck was singing with them.
Deej1125 3 months ago
Great Song , But (And I Mean a Very Big "BUT" ) , It's not the same without Chuck Negron .
brianpriv 4 months ago
This is my favorite TDN song and although it's not exactly the same without Chuck, after 40+ years together these two guy still bring it.... WOW!!
Ladtdebbie53 4 months ago
Great song!
planejet42 5 months ago
Great performance!!!! I wanted to dance and shout!
kevkraft 5 months ago
Without Chuck Negron, it's only Two Dog Night, still very talented but not the same without Chuck, just sayin!!
1musicmandaddy 5 months ago
Just saw these guys in Ft. Wayne last weekend, absolutely fantastic!!!!
mdj214 6 months ago
Now thats what you call pure Talent!
57ca57 6 months ago
no ..not about anything..but one thing...this moment was a spiritual thing, especially at the end..forget comparisons, does not come in the equation..this was a moment that just was...sometimes church is not at church....this was church...
ladytandsirc 6 months ago
Awesome! Having vocals of this quality(yes even without Chuck Negron) is priceless. These guys still rock. Thumbs up to the bass player who pulled off those vocals extremely well. One of the best versions I've ever heard.
1956chip 7 months ago 2
@1956chip I'm with you, man. Excellent, excellent, excellent.
I am flat ass impressed....does this old man good to see them still out there doin this...WOW
earthwalkerable 7 months ago
The man still has his pipes!
nzmoores 7 months ago
this is the best version out EVER.
sapphire60s 9 months ago
my name is eli fail
MicaDOG 9 months ago
@MicaDOG hahaha me too
elidaspy 9 months ago
All admiration to these guys for carrying on.But guys...you SUCK without Chuck Negron.Bury the hatchet before it's too late.
kingtyr1958 9 months ago
@kingtyr1958 You are 100% right my friend.
grsummer 6 months ago
Awesome!! I still have goose bumps and will be at Humphrey's Sept. 16 in San Diego!
dcplumber 10 months ago
stillllllllllll GOT IT! Excellent!
lindabphoenix 11 months ago
Damn, I have watched this dozens of times and all I can say is, Damn.
rmc5880 11 months ago
I personally think this song in this rendision is the best song I've ever heard and thru my 68 years I've heard a lot and sang a lot. But this one is at the top of my list suplanting Elvis, Frankie Laine, Lee Greenwood and all the others who have sung great songs. This just lifts me up and transports me to another plain. Damned good. Way to go Cory, Denny. Wish Chuck were with you, but that guitar man can sing too.
leontwagon 11 months ago 2
These guys are classic!!!!!!!!!! Eli's coming! I'm gonna go hide my heart now.
Deblyla1 11 months ago
When was this recorded?
rmc5880 1 year ago
Still listening to this one about every day.
rmc5880 1 year ago
Like a fine wine, only better with age.
CFCBrenn 1 year ago
ez is rettentően jó:)
tigrisgabi 1 year ago
My wife told me if I just keep on sitting here listening to this song again and again, she'll go away ...I'm gonna miss her....
johnstone2010 1 year ago
Use a good set of head phones.
rmc5880 1 year ago
bilkex, I respect your opinion but give it another listen.
rmc5880 1 year ago
Sure it isn't the same, get over it. Things change. Why do people resist change. The Ford Mustang got better with change in the late 60's. I'm sure a lot better than I was in the 70's,( You'll just have to take my word for it.) THIS VERSION ROCKS.
rmc5880 1 year ago
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Without Chuck Negron....it's not the same.
Like Satisfaction without Mick Jagger.
billkex 1 year ago
Without Chuck....it's not the same.
Like Satisfaction without Mick Jagger.
billkex 1 year ago
Damn!!! I have watched this every day for the past two weeks since I found it. Finally HAD to comment. I agree with as435943, I never really liked this song but this version ROCKS. It has been stuck in my head for days, and Cory is at his best, just keeps getting better and better. I'll be checking out there tour schedule. Would love to see them live.
rmc5880 1 year ago
Eli's Coming...
michaelsmorrison 1 year ago
WOW!!! Is all I can say....oh...and 7 people won't know Eli's Coming until it's too late!
fsu99natchamp 1 year ago
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fsu99natchamp 1 year ago
COME ON, .....OBVIOUSLY GREATLY INFLUENCED BY BLACK BAPTIST/PENTACOSTAL CHURCH MUSIC..... WELL DONE!!!!!! ;I LUV THIS GROUP!!! WOW!!
BROOKLYNBRENDA 1 year ago
@BROOKLYNBRENDA Now here I would say you're right....certainly some influence from Black Baptist/Petacostal....this arrangement is awesome....and it certainly has that energy!
fsu99natchamp 1 year ago
wow! even better than the original. Always thought they were "ahead of their time" lol
jwiwood 1 year ago
Great version here. Love 3DN. Cudo's to Laura Nyro for writing it. May she RIP.
crazyhorse99999 1 year ago
thnk God 4 black people and their music,we do love you,give us a chance :)
Syzygy60 1 year ago
djack41... thanks for the heads up on the DVD!
softballfan 1 year ago
I was at this concert and it was fantastic. Performed near Nashville at the Renaissance Center. The entire DVD of the concert is excellent. Great post production.
djack41 1 year ago
I've always been a huge TDN fan but never enjoyed Eli's Coming... until viewing this video. Wow! And I mean WOW! I found myself jumping out of my seat. Funny thing is near the end of the video I noticed that the audience was still in their seats. Go figure?
softballfan 1 year ago
What a great Song! My First Concert Ever in 1973! Cape Cod Collesium in South Yarmouth Ma, Ole Cape Cod. The place was a sweat factory but the show Rocked!
MetalMouthJeff 1 year ago
Great version. Falsetto part is a little weak but the strong energy overall places this one on my favorites list.
Papparratzi 1 year ago
@PonjitoCachondito
CHUCK NEGRON is the best even Aug. 2110....his voice is better than ever......he tour alson with his son-in-law in the band, and 2 daughters, about, 4 and 12
sing this song with him..
Corey and Danny....tour as Three Dog Night.....but htey're only 2 Dog Night
Just the facts
tinabarina1 1 year ago
Negron is forever a Three Dog Night imo, but this was still a good video.
HorrorSecurityGuard 1 year ago
Check out Paul Kingery singing Chuck's part. Mesmerizing. He's damn cute, too!
lesliewinger 1 year ago
@lesliewinger Sorry, his voice isn't even CLOSE to being as good as Chuck Negron-----and Chuck's even BETTER now! BTW, Corey hasn't aged well, Danny only a little better!
broncolady4ever 1 year ago
LOVE THIS. Cory and Danny are great as always but whoa check out Paul Kingery singing Chuck's part. Mesmerizing. This guy is hypnotic. Pretty damn cute too. Definitely got my attention.
lesliewinger 1 year ago
I love the original w/ Chuck. But this video kicks ass. I saw a video from the same time from Chick N., not even close to the talent of this.
synthman2000 1 year ago
Even though Negron went on a 25 year drugscapade as you put it.....Chuck still looks & sounds better than Cory or Danny! Chuck will away be the face & the voice of THREE DOG NIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
dlandrews 1 year ago 2
Cory~,Smile! I love your slime and was a good dancer!
snow0355 1 year ago
They're like an aged fine wine....better all the time! :) Thank you for sharing this, made my night, brought back many memories. Peace~~
perspektuv 1 year ago
Wow, what a magnificient performance! He's so right, I LOVE the symphony music background and rock together. Thank you for sharing, brought back many memories, this time around they were EVEN better! Peace~~
perspektuv 1 year ago
This is one of the most amazing and energetic performances I have ever seen. These guys nail this song to your chest and head and it sticks with you for days, one of those "must watch daily" performances. I appreciate all versions of this song but this one resonates an emotion of triumph. I hope they have many performing years left in them because if I have but one regret, it is not seeing them live and in person.
jimbeem2 1 year ago
ELI, HEAVEN REJOICES AT YOUR COMING! WE LOVE YOU! TRUDY
Truds1000 1 year ago
That sounded great!
sharonkayb 1 year ago
This was a truly fantastic concert at the Renaissance Center in Dickson Tennessee, near Nashville. The entire concert is on DVD which can be ordered by calling 615 740-5506. The production of the DVD is exceptional.
djack41 1 year ago
i like thjis a little
maxler6686 1 year ago
Wow...always loved Three dog night....Awesome
MockingbirdakaSissy 1 year ago
awesome song, just them in Tucson, az 8/6/10 rocked the house
MrLove2rock 1 year ago
Love it when Cory shows he can still bust a move near the end.
4SherylB 1 year ago
Cooool!!!
1ace808 1 year ago
And that my friends is singing.
margolispei 1 year ago
Does anyone know what DVD this is from? I'd love to buy it.
Thanks
bclester 1 year ago
@bclester this ran on PBS during a donation request week, maybe check there, this is amazing!!!!
0marigolds 1 year ago
Brought me right back to where I was the happiest. This Group was and still is a "Class Act" .
TRIVET313 1 year ago
yes, this is why music means so much to me.... to channel the sounds in my head, the universe, the inner-verse, .. To see these guys again just blows me away. This is a place for comments, yet the place I want to comment about is the place where words fall away and there is no need for comment, idle chatter boxes are silent and things just "are" * oceans of love from Mississippi
eilzed 1 year ago
They have, and always will....KICK ASS. Awesome performance.
ninefivesuited 1 year ago
Wow! My mortality is right in front of my eyes, but I'll die a happy person with this music. These guys are a few years older than me, but they've made so many happy memories for me and I pray the Lord will let me take these happy songs with me to wherever I'm meant to go. I love you guys so much! Love and Peace right back at you from the 1970s!
goldenstarpcfl 1 year ago
After all these years, they still got it.
ThreeDogNightFan1 1 year ago
Although this is a great remake of the song. Sad but true it is lacking the vocals of Chuck Negron. They are still my BOYS and I love them all. But the golden days were the best.
margecrafton1 1 year ago
Wenylranger: I saw them in concert last summer at a casino. Allsup was not there, no meet and greet, no autos & not much interaction with the audience whatsoever. I have been a huge fan since 1969 & was so disappointed. Chuck did not leave the group as stated below, he was ousted due to his sickness & heroin addiction. If you ever have an opportunity to see Chuck Negron & the Negron Band do so, he does not disappoint. He sang lead on half of their hits & still sounds amazing & a super nice guy!
donmarrone 1 year ago
Sorry but Kingery trying to sing Chuck's part is a joke. Take a listen to Eli's coming recorded live off of their TDN Greatest Hits Live CD and it will knock your socks off. No comparison. and there is no comparison.
donmarrone 1 year ago
I want to get this DVD! They still sound so good!
Keystonedixie 1 year ago
im going tosee them in july at a casino, does anyone know if they have a meet and greet session or at least autograph signing ?
wendylranger 1 year ago
Three Dog Night came from a time when tallent meant something.
CFCBrenn 1 year ago
the bassist has some serious pipes
Schbopo 1 year ago
This guys still got the pipes.
rosmia2 1 year ago
Daaaaaaaaaamn, now I know where all my talent went.
CFCBrenn 1 year ago
Great song! Especially for a band whose median age is around 62.
diggyize 1 year ago
Wow.., with this performance you can hear why these guys where the best! Still got it!
johnniejohnnie5 1 year ago
not bad for guys near 70
gibby100 1 year ago
is it...one dog missing???
02javis 1 year ago
@02javis Chuck Negron got REALLY messed up in drugs. (he's the one who had a mustache). He "left" the band and Corey and Danny went on without him.
diggyize 1 year ago
I guess 2/3 is better than none......and they are still pretty good !!!!!! But without Chuck it's just not the same..........
calligal55 1 year ago
great great great first bavd i saw when 16 years old got inspired i play piano and organ now with no regrets
MrBlindbaby 1 year ago
So much effort and noise about almost nothing...
anonymusum 1 year ago
Three Dog Night did right by Laura Nyro's tune...in the late 60's and again as they performed this concert
swirlingone 1 year ago
That was just incredible! Wow. What the f---k..
! I grew up listening to this group in the late 60's and this is amazing! Where's Chuck?
WhiteyCooper007 1 year ago
Awesome performance!! These guys still put on an incredible show after all these years!
pasamore 1 year ago
This makes american idoLL look like peanut BRITTLE................
DYNODRUM 1 year ago
soul
Syzygy60 1 year ago
I can play that lead guitar with my eyes shut
Syzygy60 1 year ago
saw them when he was kicking heroin
Syzygy60 1 year ago
excellent observation ruphia
Syzygy60 1 year ago
I like it
Syzygy60 1 year ago
What's this manheim steam roller intro about? That's appalling.
Well, whatever. A bands sound is gonna change as they age.
ruphia 1 year ago
I love you Cory.
ThreedognighLec3 2 years ago
perhaps his eyes are shut because his vision of the song he sings and the emotion he brings are that much deeper ...i think..no..i know his voice has such a great passion that it is beyond the previous version of anything heard..thank you cory..i mean it..thank you so much
ladytandsirc 2 years ago
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TheKingOfSkiffle 1 year ago
I was wondering what was up with Cory keeping his eyes shut too...I don't remember him keeping them closed so much in the 70's...
tbruner48 2 years ago
@saynotodarwin
tbruner48 2 years ago
Too much Manheim Steam Roller in the intro. Such genious of choosing a Laura Nyro tune and turning it into a hit.
nhbright 2 years ago
just about the best live band i've ever heard.
blangh 2 years ago
WHEN was this recorded? TDN sounds excellent here. I am thinking Old Westbury Music Fair on Long Island or Ridgefield Playhouse in Ridgefield, CT.
steelydad 2 years ago
Hope to see you guys in Nevada,love you Cory.
ThreedognighLec3 2 years ago
This just goes to prove that you dont have to be past your prime just because you are older!!! Nice job guys!!!! I would have gone to your concerts when I was younger but "Mama told me not to come"! LOL
cruiseguyhawaii 2 years ago 6
This song would make it big during any era!!!
manixman333 2 years ago 4
I didn't like the way he cut in on Danny also.
TechMaven 2 years ago
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TechMaven 2 years ago
if I didn't know any better and wasn't looking at the video, I would swear it was Styx playing an intro to a song of theirs...they sound great! Big 3DN fan!
kenstewart007 2 years ago
@kenstewart007 I thought it sounded like Styx also. I guess they are doin the best they can with what they got. rock on!
Trashfished 2 years ago
I loved Chuck but after seeing lately he hasn't been able to hit the high notes like he used, unlike Cory and Danny who I think have gotten better with age. As far as Cory, I always liked his bluesy voice the best. Never has been underrated.
skipper8257 2 years ago 3
Fantastic... and Unique! I was fortune to see them live in Merced, California 2004.
Three Dog Nights= Very, Very, Very Cool Night, From Alaska Said. Most sleep with three dogs; to keep you worm.
TheGuaguate 2 years ago
This comment has received too many negative votes show
all yoyu ass holes are stuck in the 70's thinkn.. Its hatred now..SSSLLLAAYYERRRR..... spread a little hate worldwide
hotforjpn 2 years ago
Watched this again.
Cory's voice in rock was and still is I might add under rated.
I never really like this song. But this version was just powerful. It went on my favorite's list:)
I'll say it again a prefect 10. Simply kick *ss.
as435943 2 years ago 15
@as435943 you don't have a clue. Wells was on tap to vocal this before Negron anyway, and then of course Chuck-baby goes into a twenty-year drug-slide. Us boomers don't like that shit, much less his holier-than-thou return.
3Rubee 1 year ago
@3Rubee Obviously, you haven't read Chuck's book, "Three Dog Nightmare" (I just finished it a couple of hours ago), or you wouldn't say that he has a "holier than thou" attitude now! He accepts full responsibility for his actions, and realizes that he is lucky to be alive, thanks to the grace of God, who was DEFINITELY looking out for him, and has blessed him with the return of his beautiful voice and his beautiful soul! If ANYONE is "holier than thou", it's CORY, who is a real prick!
broncolady4ever 1 year ago
@as435943 Cory Wells and Danny Hutton are SUPERB, in top shape...too bad NEgron went on a 25 year drugscapade...
3Rubee 1 year ago
Where's the 20 stars button when yo need one...great great post!!!!
MrPerd11 2 years ago 23
Still got that GREAT voice.
A prefect 10 live version.
Don't get any better. All the so called rockers of today should have to watch it and see just how to top your own song:)
Wow this was good.
as435943 2 years ago 5
still crazy after all these years!
JoeisLoco 2 years ago 2
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Jgeneraledger23 2 years ago
Just FANTASTIC...better with age guys!
Kellykleinman 2 years ago 2
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jwhineryjr 2 years ago
This is just absolutely ass kicking amazing music comin out of this smokin group. Cory, don't smile, it adds an edge, a sharp one. This literally blew my doors completly off and I passed it on to all I knew. It made me a fan. Great talent in the vocals of this silent one.
MrSar35446 2 years ago
Cory is awesome. So is Danny. I wish Cory would smile like he always did in his earlier days. His voice is awesome. I love you Cory.
Fashionistaw411 2 years ago
Amazing! Even better than the original!
angellife21 2 years ago
You're so right! I is a wonderful rendition.
Totally amazing
Fashionistaw411 2 years ago
Aren't there others in the band that are also survivors? Isn't it also likely that other people find other singers in the band to be the one with a tone and range that others didn't have?
egghd1 2 years ago
Three Dog Night was a group to be reckoned with in the late 60's and
70's.Did Chuck do wrong going down that road...yes he did. But he wasn't the only one. Many artist died. If God forgives we should. Chuck is a survivor. To think that one singer made the group is wrong but Chuck was awesome with a tone and range the others didn't have, as good as they were. It was the efforts of all 3 that made it happen. It is wrong that this group is not in the Rock and Roll hall of Fame. Reunite.
rimidu 2 years ago
What is the line of lyrics before "every where I go"?
planetjanet2 2 years ago
I walk to apollo by the bay. Iwonderd that for years.
keed48 2 years ago
google apollo bay ..it's beaut....
likebigd 2 years ago
Also I feel all three members made up TDN and their accomplishments. They were great in the past and are still a driving force with stand out vocals. Long live TDN and their following.
tjerwin1 2 years ago
Three Dog Night was a consistent hit-maker in 1969 and the early '70's along with two other bands: Creedence Clearwater Revival and the Guess Who.
57highland 2 years ago
Long live ThreeDog Night! They are coming to Tyler, TX , wish Chuck was with them but they sound great without him. They sound great live today as they did back 40 years ago.
elvidom2 2 years ago
Chuck or no Chuck....whatever. Listen to these guys....40 years they've been singing this and it sounds GREAT. Fans will never know the whole story behind their relationship and problems with Chuck. Regardless.....these guys deserve props for carrying on 40+ years and still sounding fantastic. How many artists have sustained that long? I'm impressed.
terri3162 2 years ago
I actually e-mailed Chuck and he told me some of the past with TDN. He told me that he was offered to perform with these two for the tour in 1999. He said that he had his best years with TDN and wanted to basically leave it atb that. He said that he is happy with the way his life is now. He can perform TDN songs and not get any crap from these two. He had a rough time with drugs and they are now in his past and is content .
tjerwin1 2 years ago
Interesting tjerwin1.....thanks for the info. As usual, the fans blow up the real facts. I had a feeling their relationship wasn't as bad as the fans made it out to be.
terri3162 2 years ago
I just did a Google search and articles came up about Chuck Negron suing Three Dog Night in 1998 for the rights to the name. Nothing about touring together.
egghd1 2 years ago
I only know what he told me dude.
tjerwin1 2 years ago
I appears that all of the information in the public comes directly from Chuck Negron, outside of Jimmy Greenspoon's book that predates Chuck's book.
It's like only listening to the ex wife's version of a relationship. There are usually two side to every story. In this case, maybe 3.
egghd1 2 years ago
To those of you who think Chuck's recent rendition of Eli is not as good, do you realize that as he was going thru recovery he had to learn how to talk basically and how to sing again. He had to hire a singing coach to get his voice back. It's amazing he can even sing at all. He has permanent lung damage from long ago untreated pneumonia, plus he has emphezema. I think he does very well considering what all he has had to overcome.
mphaking 2 years ago
Interesting rendition, but WAY too orchestrated. That's not what TDN was all about. They were good, simple, fun R&R.
I agree that, although Chuck really stepped on it back in the day, they should probably make nice today.
solly7 2 years ago
these guys are serious artists, this is an interesting rendition. As far as Chuck Negron, I am sure it's a very personal matter to all involved. To understand what's going on is difficult at best to those that are just fans. Rock on!
1too3fore 2 years ago
i am new to the 3 dog night scene, but i love their music, what is going on with people and chuck Negron?
planetjanet2 2 years ago
Chuck Negron sang lead vocals for Three Dog Night's biggest hits, such as One, Joy to the World, and Easy to be Hard was dismissed by the above two singers, due to drug problems The above singers market themselves as Three Dog Night, and despite Chuck's efforts to rejoing them, have rebuffed him. Chuck has recovered and has written a biography Three Dog Nightmare,--it's horrifying, yet inspiring. . Definitely listen to TDN's earlier music--no orchestra then--just really good rock.
frisbeegirl1613 2 years ago
You claim that 4 of the members of the original band "market" themselves as Three Dog Night? This a lot of original members for a 40 year old band. 4 out of 7, Chuck Negron has not been in Three Dog Night for over 20 years according to his own book.
egghd1 2 years ago
It sounds like a lot of people here never really got the lyrics of "Easy to be Hard", judging by all the Chuck bashers. Remember, "How can people be so cruel?" I guess I listened to the lyrics. I'm sorry so many people choose to get some sort of perverse pleasure from bashing him after he gave us all such wonderful music. Does it make you feel better to bash him? Yes, he screwed up, but all that seems to overshadow his great contribution to rock. I feel sorry for you guys.
frisbeegirl1613 2 years ago
OK, i just watched the original and this one...honestly I think they hold up pretty damn fine. Really a great song and a great group. I'm still looking for their version of "get ready'".
I would have liked a little less orchestra and a little more raw..but just mho.
spike280 2 years ago
Mousiemouth.
I am serious. Any opinion expressed is subjective by nature. I have seen these guys live back in the early 70s. To me Chuck had the weakest voice (on that night). A pretty voice to be sure.
Danny and Cory have not lost a bit of what they had back then. I don't know if you have seen any of Chuck's recent work, to me he has lost whatever he had. I'm not a doctor but I expect that is probably from so many years of substance abuse. It was sad for me to watch.
Just one guy's opinion.
carvetop01 2 years ago
who is this lead singer!
planetjanet2 2 years ago
Are you kidding? Not meant as a diss but you really don't know? Cory Wells is his name, other guy is Danny Hutton from the original band. Missing is Chuck Negron
mixman808 2 years ago
I think they are better without Chuck.
carvetop01 2 years ago
You cannot be serious!!!
mousiemouth 2 years ago
Want the truth about it? In 1982, I named my first son after this song beause of the power of it. He died when he was seven. I think he was too powerdful for this world. His charisma was incredible. He would have been the man of the title. Now you are welcome to slam me as I know will happen.
CrystesMom 2 years ago
why would anyone slam you for that? I'm sorry for your loss.
wardeleven 2 years ago
Your post and those like it provide a frame for the music. Music without listeners and without effect on them is no better than silence. No, it is worse. Silence allows thought and prayer..
NEVER hesitate to reach out.
NEVER build a wall around your heart. You'll never feel the love your brothers and sisters have for you if you protect yourself too much.
Christ's commandment in the Sermon on the Mount is "Love one another." We're trying. Please let us.
Tom in Utica NY
telsport 2 years ago
Anyone head the "Affinity's" version of this song? Much more hearted, in my honest opinion, although this one is not bad at all.
heinzpo 2 years ago
Oh come on now , give credit where its due-these are voices of angels.......
and on the subject listen to the one who wrote this song -who is laura Nyro!!
TheJaxs1000 2 years ago
Agreed. But the song is meant to be sung by a Woman, please!
heinzpo 2 years ago
how about they are warning a girl,
ever think about that.......
TheJaxs1000 2 years ago
Age has not been kind to Cory, has it? What happened to the guy who used to smile every time he sang? He's not as animated as he used to be :(
However, age has made Danny look for the better.. :)
Minxii 2 years ago
It's funny. I just saw them last night and thought the opposite. Danny never smiled and showed no personality while Cory was the more animated one.
mikiroseblu 2 years ago
Maybe they switch off nights :)
"Who's turn is it to stand like a solider?"
"Umm.. I think it's yours.."
"You sure?"
"Check the calendar.. "
*Danny checks*
"Nope, it's your turn.. "
"OK.. Let me inject some Botox so I don't smile.. "
LOL!
Minxii 2 years ago
Gee, I thought just the opposite. Cory is in his 60's and he rocked. Vocally he was strong, he moved well and hit all those high notes. I've seen much younger do a whole lot worse.....
OrchidIslander 2 years ago
Minxii - I wanted to say that I think Cory isn't as animated as before because he looks like he really has to focus (with eyes closed) in order to hit his notes. I find the singers do a lot of vocal histrionics in order to cover up the fact that they can