This comment hits WAY harder today. And you're absolutely correct. I never get teary at the news of celebrities passing, but when I heard John Farnham was going in for surgery to remove a cancer, I nearly lost the plot.
I'm 50+yo & grew up going to over 20+ Melbourne concerts....these videos Don't do his real voice justice....His voice will 'vibrate' thru your body when you're there...& even 2hrs after you get home You can Still feel Him....He's Gold!!!!
Kudos to the back up singers, so many emotions surely, she was trying not to burst out with a smile and to be able to hold it all together and control is amazing too.....they prob were getting goose bumps from johns voice on that one and still sing
He’s brilliant. Those pipes. He is currently battling cancer, and we may never hear him sing again as he had part of his jaw removed. Thankful we have so much of his incredible music to listen to forever. . 🙏🏼
@@bwana-ma-coo-bah425 with respect....I am a massive Elvis fan....and I know that he never had the range that John Farnham had....and still has, even in his 70s.
@@micko11154 you can’t say anyone is the best. I’m an Aussie Farnham fan, he’s brilliant, but not everyone has to agree with you. I bet even John would tell you that. He’s a huge Stevie Wonder fan as I guess you know.
@@karlenemacdonald6549 and you are telling me this instead of micko11154 maybe? or maybe the other Elvis fans. settle down. All I did was write Elvis fans would disagree.
John was 53 here - his voice is incredible. He's 72 now and still sings in the same key for most of his tracks, he does give himself a break and sing descending inflections sometimes but knowing him he could still hit them if he wanted to.
100% yes. I've been researching this (as I wouldn't know by ear) but he's belting E5 in this song. Tenor high E. 😱 From what I've read, his recorded full range is A2 through G5.
Geeze I didn't realise he wasn't that old. Mind you im nearly 60. And I saw John the first time before I had my son who is 31 now. Forget We are all getting on.
Ive watched so many reactions to JF and I'd have to say yours is THE BEST. As an Aussie we have this immense sense of pride about John and how truly amazing and talented he is, and i for one am so happy that others can get to enjoy him toom
Whilst everyone along with John were absolutely fantastic, can I pay a big 👏 to the awesome guitar performance of Brett Garsed, that classic riff at the end of this was so cool! 👍
John has been diagnosed with oral cancer and underwent an 11 hour surgery last week, he in ICU recovering after the surgery to remove a tumour and part of his jaw and reconstruction surgery. He is our Australian icon who is so loved, all of Australia is praying for him to have a quick recovery ❤️🩹
I love watching Americans react to this video. Having first hearing him in the 60"s, I am not surprised by his performance. I am still in awe and totally entranced, but not surprised.
John Farnham, what can I say? He's "The Voice" the pride of Australia. We love you John. If you enjoy listening to Steve Williams on the harmonica, listen to John Farnham Chain Reaction live.
Really, really hope that John Farnham can pull though after the massive cancer operation on his mouth a few days ago. As an Australian, it has been more recently that I have come to appreciate this man much more than I did when I was younger. Watching the world discover his talent has given me some pause for thought. It is amazing how as humans we always seem to fall into the trap of not understanding what we have until there is a threat that we might lose it. Let's hope John has many more years ahead of him although given the extent of his recent surgery there is a very real possibility that he may never be able to sing again.
I don't think anyone's ever sung with such power and control with (what looks like) so little effort. Look at how far back he needs to hold the microphone when he goes all in!
At 59 years old I am an old classic rocker, and I play the drums and guitar. But watching you guys brings me joy as you endeavor onto new genres which I love. John Farnham is unbelievable and I’m sad to say it’s only in the last year that I have ever heard of him. He should’ve been a world treasure.
No shortage of Aussie talent. I remember John Farnham from 1971 and he's a true icon here. Lovely bloke too, the spitting image of one of my brothers and some cousins!
6:12 "How can I go home and not get blown away" - and how can you listen to Farnsey singing that and not get *blown away* ! was a jaw-dropper for Suzi!
John did tour overseas for our troops who were involved in a conflict in Timor....He did a number of concerts for the troops...When he sang this there wasn't a dry eye to be seen....so bloody emotional...All that any solider going to war is thinking is ... "How can I go home and not get blown away" Appreciate your 'reaction' and the words you shared about this song. Sending you love from Australia
I went to East Timor in 2008 to Camp Phoenix, the Australian. Amp. They were still talking about the performance. Lots of other females, along side myself, were very appreciative.
@@jaymills6091 There are a few video's around when John went to Timor I think there is one with Kylie Minogue too...I'll have try to find them and post it here for you. 💖 I found this one which moved me greatly. 1999. John sings 'You'll Never Walk Alone' at the end of a speech from the then, Colonel Cosgrove. Enjoy 💗
John is a masterful singer, probably the greatest Australia has to offer. IMHO, he's also one of the greatest from anywhere! I spent an afternoon with him many years ago and can tell you he's a really nice guy too.
I listen to heavy music and death metal mostly, but great music is great music, regardless of genre. I love that you are open to every kind of music. ❤ All these songs about war and veterans make me tear up too. 😢
Even after all these years here in Aus listening to John, I got goosebumps same time as you. Can you imagine a live concert? They are brilliant. And he’s even sung opera, with comedy added, . his range and style is WoW. Yes you’d swear he’d been to war, the passion he puts into the song, yes your spot on what u said Re war veterans.
Love her reaction from 5:40 onwards, i swear i could see some tears.........I love their reactions.....John is a true blue Aussie legend and his voice is a massive part of our culture, watching this brings a lump to my throat knowing what Farnsy would be going through right now, thoughts and prayers for the great man for a full recovery.
Can you believe this singer has never ever had a singing or coaching lesson,he is a natural talent and world class at that,just brilliant. Aussie Lyn his biggest fan.
He truly IS great. His greatness as an all-round entertainer is incomparable. When in the audience he connects with us - as though we are, each one of us, chatting with him at a small gathering. He is endearingly irreverent and humbly INCREDIBLE. He brings laughter with (really good!!) jokes, banter with the band, stories and anecdotes - he almost magically creates an intimate and warm atmosphere in even the largest arenas. Then there are the powerfully authentic performances from every member of the band. A John Farnham concert is an experience, a gift to one's soul. Honestly, he gives so much of himself it's breathtaking. And the songs so often have powerfully moving and uplifting themes which he conveys with heartbreaking candour through his unmatchable, beautiful voice, and immeasurable soulfulness. THIS is his greatness. I'm so grateful to have experienced it live. I'm so happy that there are these recordings of him doing his magic for the World to see and hear. Thank you both for sharing this, and thank you Mr John Farnham.
Our very own John Farnham singing When The War Is Over is the best version ever. It’s even better when you are sitting in that audience to listen to him live. I was blessed to see him 10 time’s live! He’s simply the best & The Voice! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ this reaction. There’s lots more to come from Mr. John Farnham.
The reaction at 5:36 is the appropriate response to John Farnham showing you why his is The Voice. He usually gives you a little look that says "here it comes bitches" before he blows you away. In Help with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, he gives a little smile. Here there is a little look before he unleashes. His Black Dog sound check is out of this world. For me, this is the best version of When the War is Over by Cold Chisel.
I have been listening to John Farnham since the 60's when his first hit was SADIE (The Cleaning Lady), he also fronted Little River Band in the early 80's. His career sort of declined after that but when he released his album 'Whispering Jack' in the middle to late 80's his career took off again - it was a fantastic album which has the no 1 hit 'Your The Voice' (which you have already covered). Another point of interest is that his Manager at the time of the release of Whispering Jack was Glenn Wheatley who was a bass player in the late 60's & early 70's for a great Aussie Band called the Masters Apprentices. Wheatley mortgaged his home to finance the recording of Whispering Jack - what a bloke!!
John has sung this song so many times and I think this was the best version. So much passion. Interesting facts. The back up singer Danielle Gaha's mother, was one of the dancers on Johns First hit single. She was pregnant with Danielle at the time. His regular back up singer Lisa Edwards was absent from this tour as she had just had a baby herself..
Now John is battling a Cancer diagnosis. Tumour removed from his mouth, partial jaw removal and reconstruction (Melbourne, 23th Aug 2022). He has many months of recovery ahead of him. Most likley he will never sing like this again .... so, so sad. 😥 Please get well John!
Your reflection on war veterans in relation to this song is spot on. This song is about the devastating impacts of war, and that no matter what, nobody is going to steal this heart away.
USA charts are pigeonholed they didn’t no where to categorised John Farnham . After John left the Little River Band John was exhausted and homesick of touring America. Manager Glenn Wheatley said in interview; John told him please don’t make me successful in the USA when John’s solo career took off again in the late 80’s .
And at 73 or 74 years of age he can still belt it out like this… granted might need a nana nap afterwards ….. John is the ultimate and every song he sings he sings with convictions straight from his core….
We haven’t heard John sing since Covid, we have no idea what he sounds like now. I often wonder if he’s sang a note since the grief of loosing his best friend and manager not long ago.
I have no idea why, but I love watching Americans get to experience John whilst they’re adults. Takes me back to a simpler time. Wish I could relive the time I first heard his voice.
Love that one of our best singers is finally being seen by others from other countries. John put his wife and sons first when he had the chance yo go international. We have been very lucky to have him all to ourselves. He is a beautiful person going thru a bit of bad health but we pray our John will be back on stage soon. Love You John
Something not known by many is that John Farnham & Queen have been mates for many years dating back to when they met when John was a support act for them in their Australian & New Zealand leg of their 1978 World Tour. After Freddie died & when Brian May was re-forming Queen, John was the 1st singer they contacted to lead them. Although he recorded a few songs with them, he decided that he was a bit old to go touring around. They are all still mates now & it was actually John's manager Glenn Wheatley who suggested they contact Adam Lambert because he knew Adam & his management.
Absolutely beautiful song...John Farnham is amazing, seen him 3 times live. Great reaction, I love it when you watch people overseas fall in love with this man. And his band is a tight knit group of amazing performers. 💕🇦🇺
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