I remember when Gary and Dave played at our family reunion. My father stumbled into them at the campground, (Ontario, Canada), and after a brief acquaintance, they agreed to come over to our camp and play a few songs. Soon afterward, one of them, I am embarrassed to say I don't remember which, took us up in a Cessna and let me steer it. I was quite young, maybe around seven years old. Of course I rocked the plane but he very calmly corrected me and demonstrated how one should control it gently, a lesson that would stay with me throughout my accident-free (car) driving history. At the time, I didn't realize the significance of this experience but would dearly love the opportunity to give my thanks for this mountain of generosity. For those who choose to panic about this 'crash-course' in flight control, this was how kids learned to drive before government started sticking their nose into every single last speck of human existence. I should also remind those who wish to panic and clutch at their pearls, that I would go on to have no accidents ever. This team are some of the kindest people I have had the remarkable pleasure to meet. Those were the best years of my life. Thank you, one and all. I may never see you again.
catherine hooper, yes it was my era too. listen to those songs as often as you can, it will take you back and you'll feel suspended in time. it works for me :)
When i was in my teens and 20s my neighbours were all older and retired. They all said growing old sucks. Now I believe them. Its just better than the alternative.
"Easily" ..."best 20 songs of all time"? Well I wouldn't go QUITE as far as that, but it is a pleasant song that takes me back, and I appreciate having rediscovered it again.
Thank you Mr.Beckett for making the 70`s both the greatest decade for music in history,you and Mr. Weeks played a huge part of that.Also for making my 70`s so so memorable.Job well done sirs.I wanted so bad to meet both of you and shake your hands.God bless and say hi to Gary if you happen to see him.
i remember hearing this song being played at the outdoor rink at toronto's city hall on new years eve 1974 it was so nice skating around to this song! ...on your brand new ski-doo...!
Gary Weeks and Dave Beckett left the music business in the late 70's to enter the aviation world and became pilots for Air Canada. Gary would later leave to become a missionary. They were very talented, and had some great songs while they were in the business, and thankfully we can still enjoy them today.
Eh Dave and Gary come back Your music was thee BEST......where I live this radio station 101.3 plays all your music everyday.They said it's the most requested song....thanks for the memories...Dianne...
"Nights of winter fun, on your brand new Ski-Doo", that line always cracks me up. It is so Canadian. I doubt if there are many other songs out there that mention snowmobiles. I know that "Would You Ever Love Me Again?" was Gary and Dave's only big hit, but does anyone know how well "I May Never See You Again" did in the charts?
I thought this was an American dynamic duo until I heard the Ski-doo lyrics. This required further investigation and discovered it was indeed a Canadian group!
Have found something for you. From what I could glean, it appears that another song of Gary & Dave’s: “Could You Ever Love Me Again” charted on RPM 100 in 1973 at #98, #44, #31, #10, #2, and then hit #1 on November 17 of that year. RPM ([Records, Promotion, Music] Magazine/Weekly) was a Canadian music industry publication featuring song and album charts for Canada. It ceased publication in 2000. The Wikipedia page for RPM lists various top awards from 1964 to 1966. I can tell you that many of the duo’s songs charted very well in Canada at the time and remain popular amongst fans to this day. There is a 50s,60s, and 70s format radio station in Alberta - W1440AM out of Wetaskiwin (also streaming online) - that still plays their hits. P.S: Just found a Canadian music history goldmine! There is a website for RPM listing weekly music charts in PDF from the original publications for years 1964 - 2000 (some dates are missing) as well as other artist/band information: worldradiohistory.com/RPM.htm You may find what you’re looking for there. 😊
nunca la habia escuchado pero que bonita cansion y la interpretacion perfecta tiene un timbre de voz muy particular y eso la hace espectacular y una obra maestra de la musica muy triste la interpretacion eso me trasmite melancolia y tristeza pero es facinante ese tema yo era un bebe de 3 de edad cuando este tema salio pero me gusta mucho
There is no words to describe this song and many more from Gary and Dave.I'v never payd attention before,but the other day in car was playng (could you evere love me again) i'm hoked on Gary and Dave songs and I can't quinch my desire to hear more and more of them, awsome
I loved the music of Gary and Dave so much, as a composer and singer... I couldn't help but think if these geniuses with a perfect sound, couldn't crack the top 10, What hope do I have?
My Dad wrote the arrangements for Gary and Dave. Never thought to look them up until now, but they were a huge part of my childhood. Wonderful to hear them again. I still have their albums in storage. If you like this, look up "Song for the New Industrial State", by Doug Randle.
@@jwood8161 Sadly, my Dad died in 2013. Did you listen to Songs for the New Industrial State? Not the same mood at all, but a comment on the state of the world in 1971, which, in 2008 was called 30 years ahead of its time. My daughter, also a singer/songwriter, is working on a reimagining of the album for its 50th anniversary this year. Here's a link to the original: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-j7atTr4xxFE.html
@@axemusic5989 I remember when Gary and Dave played at our family reunion. My father stumbled into them at the campground, (Ontario, Canada), and after a brief acquaintance, they agreed to come over to our camp and play a few songs. Soon afterward, one of them, I am embarrassed to say I don't remember which, took us up in a Cessna and let me steer it. I was quite young, maybe around seven years old. Of course I rocked the plane but he very calmly corrected me and demonstrated how one should control it gently, a lesson that would stay with me throughout my accident-free (car) driving history. At the time, I didn't realize the significance of this experience but would dearly love the opportunity to give my thanks for this mountain of generosity. For those who choose to panic about this 'crash-course' in flight control, this was how kids learned to drive before government started sticking their nose into every single last speck of human existence. I should also remind those who wish to panic and clutch at their pearls, that I would go on to have no accidents ever. This team are some of the kindest people I have had the remarkable pleasure to meet. Those were the best years of my life. Thank you, one and all. I may never see you again.
Recently, I have been thinking a lot about my high school girlfriend of 1983 - 37 years ago. Without her i don't know how i would have remembered my high school years. She was the best looking girl in the school and was crowned the homecoming queen. She appeared out of nowhere at the beginning of my senior year and we dated for 15 months. She cried at my grad dance when i gave her a rose. I remember dancing to that corny song "Never been to me" by Charlene, a moment i will never forget as she looked into my eyes and told me how much she loved me. To this day, she is the only woman i have ever loved. When i heard this song "I may never see you again", it hit me right away that this is exactly how i feel. Afraid i may never see her again - except in my dreams.
Hi Dave, Hi Dave Grew up listening to your music in Detroit. Brings back memories of Summer 1974--my dad's station wagon...singing loudly on that stormy Thursday, the 4th of July afternoon on the way to a family picnic (got rained out, I think) Anne Murray ("You Won't See Me") or you guys ("Might as Well Rain Until September). And my mom in the front seat going, "Sh--hhh!" Thanks for the very pleasant childhood memories Angus Koolbreeze
lost love... it is a small world and she lives about twentysix miles away but i may never see her again and i love her so much... life is so weird at times
vegaslover777.. I'd love to go back there and do it all again. Have no regrets. Well maybe one, Iost a girl back then, have'nt seen her for over 50 years. I still miss her.
nowhere. you'd have to get yourself to some old record/cd store somewhere, and even then they probably wouldn't have them. at least you can get the songs here! or try writing to Gary and Dave!
jaytotheell I found a place but as yet they only have one CD. Gary and Dave together. It's a good one and they hope to have more this summer. If you are interested I can let you know where. Thanks.
