@@oldermusiclover Jay Black and Roy were best of friends They both I believe knew that they were the best of the lead mail vocalist. Reason being they both agreed that either one of them could sing the other ones songs without royalty spanfairs or anything. I believe this was because both of these talented artist new that the other one was not going to mess up anything!!! It would always be done perfect!!! At a concert at Dover Downs and casino I saw Jay and the Americans at a concert The above facts I've told you came out of his mouth at that very concert after he explained it he fell right into Pretty Woman, and as always it was flawless perfection.
1960's folks. Jay was Brooklyn born and raised and was going to be a cantor which is a choir leader/singer in a Jewish synagogue but became a pop star instead. He used to work at the local ices stand a block away from me as a kid. RIP Jay.
Thank you Andrea never knew anything about this singer and a little embarrassed also I actually sing and play this on my guitar and loved the sound without even knowing it Australia 💕 Christina
@@christinalikoski4937 I actually saw him 3 times in later years when he would perform at the Coney Island summer oldies concerts along with various other groups. His son Beau would accompany him on guitar and some of the singing. Jay had a fabulous sense of humor and would have the audience cracking up laughing. I was very sad to hear when he passed but he left some great music and memories.
@@andreaschmall5560 I would say you were one of the lucky people who is able to have such a lovely memory of a moment in time where we wish we had the chance What a wonderful moment Australia 💕 Christina
Jay Black (real name David Blatt, of Brooklyn, NY), was trained as a Cantor, one who,leads the Jewish congregation in prayers in a synagogue. The training is the same as that of an opera singer. I had seen Jay Black in person twice; the first time, in the Catskills at The Concord Hotel, and the second time in 2007 at a Thursday night concert in Coney Island, Brooklyn. He was still able to hit those high notes, even then. RIP Jay Black.
Wow! That must have been something to see. He was one of those singers who has left an indelible impression on the music industry. Wished I would have seen him live once. Awesome!
SHAWN this was 1965. They were my first concert in 1970, my friend and I were leaving the venue and got lost, turned a corner and I ran smack into Jay. He was very nice, they all stopped to talk to us.
Do you notice how far away from the mic he is? That shows you how powerful his voice is. If he stands too close, it will be too loud or distorted. He leans back with powerful voice projection.
You want to talk about one of the greatest and powerful voices in all of Rock & Roll. Then you just listen to [real name David Blatt] aka "Jay Black." This is his signature song "Cara Mia [1965]." It's the song that showed everyone in the world and music industry the raw power and beauty of his voice. Brilliant!
These blessed people are the true key to healing american. Just listen . They don't get corny . they just listen America needs this show with all brands of music by you two . you guys are 25 miles ahead of this world Bless,bless you. True angels of Gods music
What a voice "Jay Black" (not his real name). He just passed away recently. You should listen to the original studio version, though. His voice is more prominent in the mix.
So happy you guys are enjoying my music and that you are commenting on the vocals and stage presence. Jay and the Americans were one of our favs as teenage girls.
I love your “opera” comment! I hadn’t heard this song for a long time till I discovered music reactions less than 2 years ago. I was amazed at the operatic quality of his voice, even though I heard it all the time back in the day. I think most of us who knew this music when we were young (I’m 77) took it’s wonderful quality for granted because there wasn’t anything to compare it to. I love hearing young people freaking out over “our music”.
Always loved this song. Loved seeing your actual amazements to Jay Blacks singing. If only todays singers could do this. A real voice to make music with.
If you know your stuff, and many of us Boomers do, you already know that the child wonder impresario TJ Labinsky did not hire or use cover bands for his legendary PBS Specials. TJ was recording groups and singers for posterity. TJ was a kid, but he knew more about "our" Boomer music than anyone on that stage. He knew Jay Black. He knew Kenny Vance. TJ begged as many Original Groups as he could dig up to become a part of his recording mission. Good for us mere mortals, damn good.
In 1965 this was my favorite song. Played it all the time. Other songs of theirs includes "She Cried", "Let's Lock The Door and Throw Away the Key", "Sunday and Me" and "This Magic Moment". RIP Jay
SO GLAD you did this song! Your reaction is exactly what happened to us back in the 60s when we heard this song. Girls swooned and guys wished they had that kind of power.
I was lucky to be alive when Jay & The American’s were popular back in the 60’s. It’s hard to lose such a great legend with one of the greatest voices. A piece of my soul leaves me when great singer’s of my day’s pass away. Thank you both for bringing a piece of it back by playing song’s from the oldies, my days of oldies! 💙♥️🥰🌺🌹🌹
Kathy, I am now the same age as Old People. My first 45 purchase was Hound Dog, the white-boy version. I was 6 years old, I wasn't then aware of Tomato Soup, but I drank it up. And swallowed it down. My White Boy did alright for himself, right? My White Boy and his black besties did alright for history. It was a tragedy when OUR king left the building. But < grin > he was there to welcome the newer arrivals as they joined that great car ds Elvis was there to greet them, to welcome them, to that great Dick Clark Caravan above the clouds. THAT group of Oldies & Goodies keeps getting bigger by the day. Soon I might get my own ticket to see one HELL of a damn concert in the park.
Shawn and Mel: I'll never forget seeing Jay Black and the Americans in concert in California in 1965 when I was 19 years old. I was close to the stage and Jay was Sooo cute with dreamy blue eyes and his voice was absolutely angelic and yet at the same time so powerful that he just about blew the roof off the place! The entire band sounded Sooo goood and the good vibes felt by all of us in the crowd were fantastic! One of my all time great memories!
Wasn't that amazing! I have heard that song many times on the radio, but seeing him sing it live gave me such an appreciation for what I was hearing. What a talented man. So much fun!
Consider that this is way back then this was the age of AM radio. You had to buy the record to play on a good stereo/hi-fi to get the full effect of his vocal range.
Great reaction !! Luv you guys !! Mel was hanging on every note. Loved it. I still remember how you loved "Fooled Around and Fell in Love" !! Luv you. Keep it up !!
Incredible voice, incredible control of it and his breathing. The song was a standard back in the 1950s, but the artists did it in a completely different way. It took Jay and the Americans to make it a true pop hit.
Great voice of Jay Black . May he R.I.P. Have many of his awesome recordings. Have to listen to Jay sing Cara Mia 50 years later on PBS. Absolutely Amazing!!!👍👍💯👏❤️
You two are absolute adorable. I love your surprise when you hear voices like this with such range, to the point of starting over 3 times! and that when Mel asks Shawn to go back and the manners you have for each other and other people which is more rare nowadays. By the way, I don't mind that you start it over at all. I get to see your reaction over and over when you do that. 🙂 although it makes me teary eyed with emotions when you do
@@60sbaby456 I've been watching reaction videos for almost 3 years and I've noticed how much the younger generations appreciate the older music. They are realizing how much talent there was before auto tune and such. Even the musicality of the musicians. It warms my heart. I hope they will keep the older music alive.
This is an amazing singer in an underrated group. They have other hits, my favorites being, Only in America, and Come a Little Bit Closer. Quite a range of sounds in the early 60s and Jay and the Americans crossed through several of them. Glad you found them!!.
Heard Jay Black sing this live during a free summer concert 🎶 at a park in the Bronx, NY 10 years ago. He could still hit all those high notes even in his old age. Loved 🥰 your reaction ❣️
His vocal range is incredible. I was 7 when this song came out, I was truly blessed to have been born during a time when all this great music was being played. I'm so glad you enjoy the great singers of past decades.
Jay Black and his group were pure talent! Loved your reactions! "Cara Mia" is Italian for "My Beloved." I saw the group in 1972. Great performances! Have that song on 45 and cd! It was from 1965. You would like their other songs also.
Another great voice from the past: Jackie Wilson: Danny Boy ( live). Loved Jackie's beautiful voice.Had many great hits Your Love Keeps Lifting Me Higher, Night, To Be Loved, Whispers ( getting louder), Baby Workout, Lonely Teardrops, Reet Petite, I'll Be Satisfied, A Woman, A Lover, A Friend, Alone At Last, and many others. He was called "Mr. Excitement". One of Elvis fave singer along with Elvis.
First, I want to say that Jay Black passed away in 2021. I also want to say that he was still singing and hitting those high notes ten years ago. I should have sent you the link of him in a PBS Special holding that note real long. He even looks at his watch marking how long he can hold that first note. This man still sounds as good as he did in that video you just watched.
You guys are just priceless. Y'all have old spirits...just born in the wrong era. Man when these sings came out it was more than magic. We waiting eagerly for the next big hit...the songs that moved us...the songs that touched us...the songs that took us away to different tomes and places. Would love to have had you guys with us back then. But hey, damn good too have here now. Keep searching. There's lots more out there.
What a wonderful voice ..Bravo ! I have been going back in your play list and watching from the beginning i absolutely love your reactions. I haven't seen any "Cher" , "Lita Ford" , "Joan Jett and the Blackhearts" or "Lover Boy" Just to name a few. Love you guys keep them coming. Peace ,love and happiness to you today and always.
Susan Thompson, flashback! I have 5 sisters and we all love to jive! Lonely Teardrops is one of the best song to jive to. " My heart is cryin cryin, lonely teardrops" . Miss those days so much 😓
