"Dancin' in the Moonlight" • King Harvest Reunion in Olcott, NY on 7/14/12 

Imagine expecting somebody to sound the same after 50 years, this is a perfectly fine performance of a classic song

2024 and this song never gets old it just gets better.

It's not how the voices sing or how the fingers strum the instruments; but how the heart goes into the song, and this one had a lot of heart in it!

You can't just hate it when a couple of old guys singin their old, nostalgic old songs. Simply a vibe.

It's 2021, I'm 74 yrs old , the lead singer sounds good to me ..... I'm dancing (sort of ) around the room. This is a timeless classic !

Just because this is my favorite song of all time. Hope they play this at my funeral.

I love this song. I'm young, still trying to figure out life. It's hard, but this song really brings joy to my soul. It's such a beautiful song.

If this song doesn't make you feel good you better check your pulse!!

whod listening in 2024? "Listening to 'Dancing in the Moonlight' by King Harvest in 2024 and still feeling the magic of this timeless classic! 🌕✨ The uplifting melody and feel-good vibes of this song never fail to brighten my day. It's amazing how a track from 1972 by King Harvest can still resonate so strongly. Let's keep dancing in the moonlight and cherishing the joy this song brings. Here's to the everlasting charm of this feel-good anthem! #DancingInTheMoonlight #KingHarvest #ClassicMusic #FeelGoodVibes #1972 #1976 #2024 🎶"

Doc nailed it! RIP. Thank you for the gift you left forever, the inspiration it gave to budding musicians and the warm memories it brings me back to.

I was in high school when the song came out, and they played it all the time on the radio. Couldn't get enough of it!! RIP Doc 💙💚💙💚💙

I’m overjoyed that this was recorded and preserved for future generations! A true gem 😊

Love this Song........Doc went for it and I am sure he knew he was not up to snuff but people came to see them and he put his best forward despite his obvious health issues.....Note the only one sitting down up front on stage.. Listen to how happy he is after the song and the thanks he gives.......RIP Doc!!!!! Thanks for great song King Harvest!!!!!!

I just read pegbarr’s notes at the top and I’m stunned - how could anyone write anything negative about this???? I was 12 when King Harvest released the song in 1972 (I had a 45!) and it is a lifelong favorite. This video makes it extra special. RIP Mr. Robinson.

When I first came on RU-vid, I had a conversation with Doc and asked him about what instrument that was playing the opening to this song. He replied back to me, "Oh, those magical notes! Those were played on a Wurlitzer electrical piano". I thought it was awesome that he answered me. RIP Doc, and thanks for this song that was part of my teen years.

Doc..... YOU'RE NOW FOREVER DANCIN IN THE MOONLIGHT! Rest easy sweet prince!

I loved Doc's voice and King Harvest as a whole..May Doc always RIP

Love this who cares what they sounds like getting on stage and playing isn't easy I think they're tight they sound great !!

This song never gets old

R.I.P Doc. Thank you for such a wonderful song. Thank you for that one more time,singing,smiling, and enjoying every second as we were.

This is one of the best songs from the 70's and invokes such warm feelings for me . It makes me want to dance naked under the moon . The problem is I would really feel it the next day . Getting old sucks . RIP Doc you had a beautiful smile "Everybody here is out of sight They don't bark and they don't bite They keep things loose, they keep it tight Everybody's dancin' in the moonlight"

big "doc" is gone but his legacy will stay in our heart every nite

Love it!! Sorry to here Doc Robinson passed! What a great song!!

This made my day. Beyond beautiful.

I think its great to see them reminiscing old times. The performance isn't at their prime but Its the spirit of the song that moves you. Look how happy they are. its awesome!

Rest in peace Doc. Thank you for your beautiful music. XO

One of those feel good songs!

awe glad they were able to do this for him and with him

One of the greatest songs, you cant help but be happy listening to this ❤

Far out man these dude is Still rocking on 45 years later where has the time gone party on

I think he sang really well for his age. 👏👏

freaking classic..senior year simi valley calif..sweet lil gal next to me in my car..windows open with the scent of orange blossoms in the night air..perfect

Timeless legends....

Love it 2021!!!! R.I.P Dave “Doc” Robinson

Wow that’s a precious song brings back so many memories. What a beautiful reunion thanks for uploading

The most romantic song i ever heard 😭 thank you for bringing this wonderful song to Earth!

This has to bet one of the best bands from the Rock and Roll era PERIOD. New work fellas, hope you never grow old !!!!

This song makes me feel so good.

Baby boomers know how this song makes us feel... what a beautiful time for me and others, and such a timeless song! He passed away within a few months of this recording and sounded just like he did on the radio way back then... such an incredible memory... life truly is precious folks so please don't waste it getting upset about things that don't matter

Amazing! They are living legends

and suddenly it's the fall dance of '73

*I watched RU-vid video where he explained HOW he ended up writing lyrics to this song. Almost Unbelievable what he & his female friend went through!!*

I remember the first time I ever heard this song. It was 1973, and my late brother and I had just run our Saab Sonnet sports car in a race at the Summit Point raceway. There was a party among the drivers and crews afterward, and it started to rain like cats and dogs. Absolutely nobody gave a damn and everyone just got wet and continued the party. This song was playing on someone's radio, and the girls were all dancing in the downpour. I was a young teenager and had never seen anything like this. It was a blast, and I have never forgotten it. This song takes me back to that memory, and thoughts of my big brother every time. Thanks guys.

I was born in 1999. This is my fave song. :)

I realized im not that unlucky when i found this song by accident ! Everybody here's out of sight

who seeing this in 2020... congrats you made it to october welcome to the 10th chapter of 2020

Such a beautiful picture this song paints - so cool it puts a tear in my eye wishing times were better , like back in 73 when we were wanting Viet Nam over and the hippies cast a beautiful spell of peace that held all the way into the 90's ..and for quite a while people tried to love each other , and EMBRACE cultural differences - the actual beauty of life

Wow! I didnt know I spent most of my life thinking this was a Van Morrison song. First time this song hasnt lifted my spirits is knowing the singer passed. Now he can sing with the angels, Glory to God.

STANDING Ovation. If you can't feel good was it that you're feeling? Thank you for capturing this.. let that chorus come in...........

GOD BLESS KING HARVEST AND ALL IN THE BAND MAY THEIR MUSIC BE ETERNAL. . THIS IS REALLY MUSIC WITH MEANING AND HEART. BEST TIMES OF MY LIFE. "MUSIC IS THE UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE"

Still sound terrific 70's live on!

One of the greatest songs of the rock era. What a privilege to hear it from the originals. Nothing but respect for old folks who keep on keeping on. No matter what. Live 'til you die!

So beloved to me, an anthem of my teenage years. Thank you so very much for posting❤❤❤

RIP Doc. Love this song!

great band, great show in a real good beach town on America's best lake,Ontario.

God Bless them. Love these songs. They still make you feel good.

I would rather see and listen to a live performance like this that may not be technically 100% perfect, rather than a studio version that has been tweaked, layered, re-recorded, and subject to effects. This is genuine and perfect to me. Rest well, Doc. You did great.

I Had To Listen Again... I & My Daughter & My Grands Just Watched The Muppet Movie. This Baaaad Ong Is At The Beginning & End Of It...I've Always Liked This Great Song. "Dancing In The Moonlight" & The Lyric "They Don't Bark They Don't Bite" 🔥💯

Wow, never knew this great Band had its roots in Olcott, being former WNYer we sure know that place. Thay have some real good dam Fishing there for sure! Beautiful place and great Apples too. Will come to visit soon. And RIP Doc, thats a great song, thank you KH.

Doc Robinson died not long after this reunion. Just about all the original members here.

i love this song and this band ! so cool!

For the love of my life. Think about you everyday baby. I'll be back with you someday. Keep my seat warm.

The best part i keep coming back to 1:08

We get it on most every night When that old moon gets so big and bright It's a supernatural delight Everybody was dancin' in the moonlight Everybody here is out of sight They don't bark, and they don't bite They keep things loose, they keep things light Everybody was dancin' in the moonlight Dancin' in the moonlight Everybody's feelin' warm and right It's such a fine and natural sight Everybody's dancin' in the moonlight We like our fun and we never fight You can't dance and stay uptight It's a supernatural delight Everybody was dancin' in the moonlight Dancin' in the moonlight Everybody's feelin' warm and right It's such a fine and natural sight Everybody's dancin' in the moonlight Everybody here is out of sight They don't bark, and they don't bite They keep things loose, they keep things light Everybody was dancin' in the moonlight Dancin' in the moonlight Everybody's feelin' warm and right It's such a fine and natural sight Everybody's dancin' in the moonlight Dancin' in the moonlight Everybody's feelin' warm and right It's such a fine and natural sight Everybody's dancin' in the moonlight Dancin' in the moonlight Everybody's feelin' warm and right It's such a fine and natural sight Everybody's dancin' in the moonlight

Thank you to Sherman Kelly for writing this song during his hard times. (Buffalongo)

Absolutely love this song

Balls to the walls good job!

I know this song from Hitman 👌 ohh... it's really great to see King harvest, thank you for this beautiful song.

I don't know, Doc sounds a lot better than several of the other guys. At least Doc is mostly on key which outdoors isn't the easiest thing to do.

An all time classic!

doc we will miss you

Feel free to sing along, he says. Gawd that’s a given!

I read that King Harvest got together one more time in Olcott in 2023 after Ron Altbach passed away (he was a founding member and is seen here playing keyboard). I hope to one day see video of that somewhere on RU-vid.

Rest in peace, Ron Altbach, keyboard player for King Harvest.

I was like this is a pretty good cover of the original. then I realized ITS THEIR SONG lol.

this is 39 YEARS after the release of the original and people expect them to sound the same?

I still love them!! ❤️ This song will never get old..

I really wonder when I see songs so popular performed in so informal circumstances, "Dancing in the moonlight" is extremely popular in Italy as is still used for commercials aired on TV channels. It's a shame no better luck happend to this band expecially listening the drift of today "music".

I first heard this song in 1973 when I was staying by my cousins while my parent were on a trip. My older cousin and her friend took us to the mall and this song was playing in the car. I loved the song and now I always think of that time in 1973 when I hear this song. To this day, it is one of my favorites. Thank you for posting this.

thank you so much for posting this video. son was born while this song playing on the radio. never got to see them play until now.

Too cool. One of my favorite songs in 1973. :) I was 13.

I'm happy hearing this. I wouldn't have known there was a supposed problem if someone hadn't mentioned it. I think it sounds good! This song evokes a rare, feel good, uncomplicated celebration feeling for me. I started playing it on my phone while waiting for a ride at the grocery store back in 2018 or so. The lady who was walking said she heard it sometimes, but didn't know the name. I told her, and the name of the band. I'm saying that after all these years and all these miles, it still stops people in their tracks to ask about it. That's the definition of good. Thanks to all here!

This song is so fun. Thank you for recording this.

Like they say, anybody who doesn't like this ain't got no soul...RIP Doc Robinson

These men still have it. They played this over the school intercom when i was in high school. Danced to it as well. Great seeing them!

I just got into this song and people shouldn’t hate bc so many bands have played without their lead singers . If the band is happy everyone should be happy to even hear these songs live

So good bruh!!!!

A fine example of the human spirit if you don't know this song was inspired from a very tragic event and turned into a positive joyful song.

Bless him , that band ,for helping me great memories!! We had the best music in our generation!!

It sucks getting old. Fingers still keep playing right but man it's too bad our vocals weaken.

Tragic story for Kelly and her friend attacked and her friend raped by a gang Kelly's gift and talent transformed this tragedy into the joy of composing this beautiful song

look on his face made me cry...love it

Doc was my roommate for a year at Cornell along with another roommate who was a football and lacrosse player. I was a baseball and football player. We asked him, "Why do you want to be our roommate?" and he said, "I have got to do some serious studying and you guys won't let my weird friends come here and hang around." When this song was on Walmart commercials last year, I talked with Sherm Kelly and he said, The song is the gift that keeps on giving." Great guys, great days.

TY for the story and sharing. So sad but happy they got to say goodbye as a group that way. Awesome. From the 70s and I can’t begin to tell you how many times we sang to that song on the radio. In fact I was looking it up so I could play the guitar tab the way they played it. GB

I'm so glad I found this gem! I had the 45 and would play it all the time, made me a happy teen.

"snarky comments about how he sounded? Maybe he was in pain. " Sounded great actually.

They seem to be having fun and I'm enjoying it. Great job guys This is may 2024 from nys

I love it. One of my favourite songs growing up.

Allie Farris has a nice cover of this song on her RU-vid Channel.