British guitarist analyses Dean Martin live in 1964!

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  • Tonight I'm taking a look at 'The King of Cool' Dean Martin live in 1964! \m/
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  • @truzak2117
    @truzak2117 2 роки тому +64

    You cannot help but smile watching Dean perform. You just can't. It's impossible. As they say, he was the king of cool.

    • @peterdowney1492
      @peterdowney1492 10 місяців тому +6

      Elvis Presley according to Dean's daughter coined that (sure others did as well). But you're right about not helping but smile., he was also 'The King of Pure Joy'.

  • @randybailin4902
    @randybailin4902 4 роки тому +105

    Dean Martin was the quintessential Italian crooner. Extraordinary vocalist with impressive vocal control. I can listen to him all day.

  • @oneforchange5920
    @oneforchange5920 4 роки тому +80

    Dean's greatest gift was the ability to make it look so fun and easy.

  • @fayetaylor919
    @fayetaylor919 2 роки тому +37

    It only takes one or two notes and you know its Dean. One of the most beautiful voices ever ❤️

  • @dianemarie8873
    @dianemarie8873 4 роки тому +482

    Everybody's gaga over Frank, who definitely was an icon, but I always liked Dean better. He makes me laugh too! 😁

    • @bradsmack1
      @bradsmack1 4 роки тому +34

      You bet, Diane! Dino, especially during Rat Pack gigs, would joke quite a lot during his songs. So much so, that he would tell the audience, "Hey, if you want 'em straight, buy the records!"

    • @snowleopard7952
      @snowleopard7952 4 роки тому +24

      Diane Marie i always like Dean better too. Dont know what people seen in Frank.

    • @barbaradownie3265
      @barbaradownie3265 4 роки тому +30

      DEAN HANDS DOWN !!! 😍😍😍😍

    • @kathyflorcruz552
      @kathyflorcruz552 4 роки тому +17

      Each shone in their own great way.

    • @Fingercheck
      @Fingercheck 4 роки тому +34

      @@bradsmack1 totally agree with you! Frank, while certainly an icon was stiff, slightly arrogant and lacked the buckets of charm that Dean naturally had.

  • @andrewsafarik5060
    @andrewsafarik5060 4 роки тому +77

    When I was a kid the quirky way that Dean held that cigarette charmed me, little did I know it was the result of busted up hands from boxing as a youth. We forget what tough lives these men and women who lived very difficult lives in the years of the depression and World War II before fame and fortune kissed them.

    • @tribbles2955
      @tribbles2955 2 роки тому +4

      You beat me to it. Dean was touchy about his hands. In self deprecating humor he said he was to dumb to know that you were supposed to tape your hands before a match.

  • @furtherdefinitions1
    @furtherdefinitions1 Рік тому +20

    Dean Martin was genuinely what he appeared to be. A relaxed, engaging stage presence and persona, a great sense of humor.

  • @curtrice1822
    @curtrice1822 2 роки тому +66

    Thank you for doing one on Dean. Frank was always a musical narcissist, but didn’t have the persona that Dean had naturally. I knew Jerry Lewis to a degree, and he stated that Frank thought he was the King of Las Vegas-but Dean actually was, and was the only person who could tell Frank “no”. Dean’s relaxed style of Singing was actually his true character. He would go into a recording session, joke around, kick back, and just sing. He never let himself get worked up over anything-including his famous TV shows. Thank you again for putting Dean out there who may be just a bit too young to appreciate him!!

  • @nikdel3151
    @nikdel3151 4 роки тому +81

    The greatest entertainer ever, and let's not forget, this was 100% live. Great choice, Fil !

  • @MrsSeaHag
    @MrsSeaHag 2 роки тому +20

    I love Dean Martin! He could sing, act and make you laugh. His “roasts” were legendary!

  • @RoryVanucchi
    @RoryVanucchi 4 роки тому +169

    Dean made everything look easy. Comedy. Vocals. Acting. TV Host. Westerns. His TV show was one of the best ever. The older guys did everything. Bing Crosby, Sammy Davis, Fred Astaire, Frank Sinatra were multi-talented.

    • @elizabeths50
      @elizabeths50 4 роки тому +7

      While I loved all of these singer/actors, Dean Martin was hands down my favorite. His Matt Helm shows from the 60s were awesome, they were spoofs on James Bond

    • @albertschepis
      @albertschepis 4 роки тому +2

      Yeah, I enjoyed and respected all that even as a kid. It's a bygone era we'll never see again.

    • @timlummus1766
      @timlummus1766 3 роки тому +4

      Diddos Rory Dean is THE class act! Your comment is spot on to my way of thinking. Dean, by far the best lounges singer there ever was . Like Fil says he is an entertainer.

    • @sanford943
      @sanford943 2 роки тому +1

      @@elizabeths50 the movies of course were way different than the books.

    • @christyshultz6443
      @christyshultz6443 2 роки тому

      Let's see he had it all he had to look he had the ability to sing he was an amazing writer and he was very good when it came to putting his show together so yeah he had it all. And he made it look very easy I love that show The Dean Martin show.

  • @winterlane2247
    @winterlane2247 4 роки тому +172

    Does anyone remember the Matt Helm series of movies starring Dean? He was great

    • @sodoffbaldrick3038
      @sodoffbaldrick3038 4 роки тому +2

      Loved Mart Helm!

    • @samanthab1923
      @samanthab1923 4 роки тому

      Winter Lane Loved those! Found them the same time I watched the Flint movies.

    • @probyperson1
      @probyperson1 4 роки тому +1

      They’re actually screening the Matt Helm movies in the U.K. every few weeks on Sony Movies Classics...

    • @Roxy-ch4gv
      @Roxy-ch4gv 4 роки тому

      I loved those

    • @JSB1882
      @JSB1882 3 роки тому

      YES! I loved those movies so much better than the Connery/Moore Bond films.

  • @arealmench
    @arealmench 4 роки тому +257

    He wasn't a big drinker. The loveable drunky character was just an act. He always had apple juice in his glass on stage. However, Dean did let himself go and start drinking heavily after his son died.

    • @rookmaster7502
      @rookmaster7502 4 роки тому +28

      That Dean wasn't a big drinker and this was mostly just an act was also verified by Sammy Davis Jr. during an interview years later.

    • @badplay156
      @badplay156 4 роки тому +23

      I saw an interview with someone, I think it was a member of the rat pack, who said Martin would be one of the first to arrive at every party, have one drink so everyone saw him with and then be the first to leave. His drunkenness was just part of his act.

    • @jacobusbaker9285
      @jacobusbaker9285 4 роки тому +11

      Dean didn't drink , he froze it and ate like a popsicle..

    • @bernadettekettenring6534
      @bernadettekettenring6534 4 роки тому +7

      A real Star but a human 🌟😏

    • @stflaw
      @stflaw 4 роки тому +13

      True. Sinatra was the drunk in the Rat Pack, and a nasty drunk at that.

  • @Will_DiGiorgio
    @Will_DiGiorgio 4 роки тому +77

    My favorite entertainer, incredibly talented movie star, recording star, singer, comedian... Knocked the Beatles off the #1 spot with Everybody Loves Somebody, could have been bigger than Sinatra... He didn't want to be. Incredibly complicated man, and most definitely not a drunk.

    • @maggidon90
      @maggidon90 4 роки тому

    • @katesleuth1156
      @katesleuth1156 4 роки тому +4

      Will Martell Dean was very funny. If you watch his show from the 70’s you will see his talent for comedy. Much of the writing for the show was corny but Dean always managed to get laughs with his persona.

    • @mrHoppedupford
      @mrHoppedupford 4 роки тому +3

      @@katesleuth1156 He never even rehearsed. He would read the scripts a couple days before the show and did a lot of improvisation.

  • @snowleopard7952
    @snowleopard7952 4 роки тому +40

    Dean has always been one of the best.
    Thank you for remembering him⭐️

  • @mdarrenu
    @mdarrenu 4 роки тому +20

    Dean loved entertaining people by entertaining himself. He just wanted you to smile. And he was damn good looking.

  • @TonyfromBham
    @TonyfromBham 4 роки тому +92

    When these classic videos crank up and Fil’s face is filled with admiration and respect-That’s my favorite UA-cam moment.

    • @rpudas754
      @rpudas754 4 роки тому +6

      Ya I look for that too . Its like your not enjoying it alone . That's better, I think.

    • @novusmundi
      @novusmundi 4 роки тому +5

      Same here. That is half of what makes his videos so much fun.

    • @maryannanderson7517
      @maryannanderson7517 4 роки тому +1

      The biggest ever difference between a talking voice and a singing voice is Jim Nabors. Dean has a difference but in my opinion it is no contest between him and Jim Nabors. Nabors sounds like a totally different person and I'm not sure how much of his talking voice is for real and how much is a part of his Gomer Pyle persona.

    • @lindalou6105
      @lindalou6105 2 роки тому

      Me too

    • @tribbles2955
      @tribbles2955 2 роки тому

      @@lindalou6105 Same here.

  • @viacrucis2509
    @viacrucis2509 4 роки тому +31

    I never considered Dean Martin the best vocalist of the period, just my favorite. His timing, delivery, charisma and frickin coolness were so damn irresistible that people were just drawn to him. And he was not intimidated by Sinatra or the Mob.

  • @rescuelover7891
    @rescuelover7891 6 місяців тому +7

    Dean had a voice you could not mistake for anyone else. He had confidence but didn't seem to have an ego. He was funny and relatable. He really had it all. Thanks Fil❤.

  • @phantomrockerr
    @phantomrockerr 4 роки тому +113

    Deano is great. He was a great singer,actor and human being.

    • @sharonraizor2839
      @sharonraizor2839 4 роки тому +2

      He was great in Rio Bravo

    • @davidcook7887
      @davidcook7887 4 роки тому +2

      Sharon Raizor What a dude.

    • @CassandrashadowcassMorrison
      @CassandrashadowcassMorrison 4 роки тому +2

      @@sharonraizor2839 Dino was also great in FIVE CARD STUD with Robert Mitchum and Inger Stevens.

    • @d.ginosacco8192
      @d.ginosacco8192 3 роки тому

      Let's not get crazy... He was a great performer and a great friend... A good person was a bit of a stretch. Cheating on wives was normal back then but still.... A good person doesn't do that.
      We all have our faults...I do, you do.
      Forgiveness is also part of the human condition.

    • @anthonyxuereb792
      @anthonyxuereb792 3 роки тому

      Is is Deano or Dino?

  • @julierivera450
    @julierivera450 Рік тому +4

    My husband and I gave our son the middle name Dean as we liked Dean Martin movies and loved his songs. We especially liked, "My rifle, my pony, and me" from the movie Rio Bravo. Gets my full attention every time.

  • @clashfan2875
    @clashfan2875 4 роки тому +46

    Dean was an enormous fan of the group The Mills Brothers. He patterned his singing style after theirs, most specifically after Harry Mills. You might find them interesting as well as in their early recordings they would "play" their own instruments. What I mean is it would sound as if there was a trombone or a trumpet playing but in reality, it would be them making the sounds. Their harmonies are also something to be envied.

    • @d.ginosacco8192
      @d.ginosacco8192 3 роки тому +4

      You have researched well.
      He loved the Mills brothers.
      I do too. Check them out. You won't be disappointed.

  • @tboudreau5239
    @tboudreau5239 4 роки тому +43

    I was 10yo and lived for his TV show. Still swoon when I hear that voice.

    • @albertschepis
      @albertschepis 4 роки тому +2

      Me too, and I'm a guy, lol.

    • @fredkatz2228
      @fredkatz2228 2 роки тому

      I believe he drew more fans than any other television celebrity he had a massive following. Natural!

  • @mrblue8439
    @mrblue8439 4 роки тому +60

    Dean Martin would have been incredible to watch live in concert. Dean Martin was one of the kings of cool. Up there with James Dean and Steve McQueen

    • @mrblue8439
      @mrblue8439 4 роки тому +3

      A friend of my mother's actually got to see Dean Martin live

    • @stanatkins
      @stanatkins 7 місяців тому

      Lucky woman.

  • @lifetools-help8017
    @lifetools-help8017 4 роки тому +61

    You are incredible, Professor Fil! Your musical knowledge is superb! Even more amazing is your excellent presentations! You are a teacher and so fun! This is a perfect example of the great extent of your talents!

    • @alexcerdan4500
      @alexcerdan4500 2 роки тому +5

      Yeah, he does such a great job always.

  • @gejuje
    @gejuje 4 роки тому +35

    Not my usual style of music, but nobody was as relaxed and cool on stage, as Dean Martin

  • @maggidon90
    @maggidon90 4 роки тому +17

    "Excuse me, Jerry" 😂😂 I adore Dean. He was such a funny and talented singer and performer!

  • @ericheine2414
    @ericheine2414 4 роки тому +56

    Fantastic Entertainer, incredible vocal, and one of the greatest natural senses of timing. He was a family man, a great golfer, and drinking was part of his act.
    Mostly he drink apple juice. Al Torrieri had a Vegas band called the Vagabonds, he worked with Jackie Gleason. AL bought 165 Acres for $20,000 in 1950 in the Sonoma Valley. Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Tony Bennett, Sammy Davis jr., and Patsy Cline used to all come to the house and sit by the swimming pool.
    There was one wall with photographs of all of them.
    And downstairs there was a music room with a collection of instruments. No matter what you played they had one, Reeds, trumpet, Coronet, French horn, oboe, guitars,
    A beautiful vintage harp, keyboard, flute, violin, dobro, dulcimer, stand up bass, you name it they had it. They would all hang out, make Italian food, drink, and take turns doing a number. Just like a bunch of old friends that like to have a good time and play music. When you looked at the photograph wall it was a collection of eight by tens of all these famous entertainers from Vegas. They were all ladies and gentlemen who enjoyed each other's company, and had an elegant sense of style and grace, that is now something of a bygone era.
    The lifestyle wasn't an act it was like an unwritten code of conduct.
    This guy was a class act.

    • @dos-fslady3140
      @dos-fslady3140 3 роки тому +2

      Eric -- I want to give you a bone-crushing hug for providing this marvelous story. Yes, the unwritten code of conduct. I lived in Vegas in the early 70's, and it was already starting to change -- but I still was able to see some absolutely stellar shows. And, downtown was still fun and a bit trashy ... or more than a bit ... with the door hucksters, etc., and 50-cent shrimp cocktails at the Four Queens. Dang I miss so much of the old times. With gratitude, Lynn in Albuquerque

    • @billj8148
      @billj8148 2 роки тому

      I met Sandy Hackett (Buddy Hacket's son), back in the early '80s, and he said the same thing; apple juice.

  • @eighthoneknows8273
    @eighthoneknows8273 4 роки тому +9

    Dino Paul Crocetti was an Italian Stallion. My favorite thing Ive read about him, was that he prayed every night, and hated small talk. No, he was not a drunk in real life, he was a classy guy, a real family man.

  • @mikephalen3162
    @mikephalen3162 4 роки тому +14

    Dean Martin was so at ease, so likable. He definitely added something to the Rat Pack. He held his own with Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr., and just seemed so natural, a star that didn't act like a star. His acting was good. He played well in a drama like The Young Lions and was just so natural in westerns with John Wayne. His voice was distinctive and set him apart from crooners of that era like Sinatra, Mel Torme, Tony Bennett, and lesser talents like Vic Damone, Andy Williams, Perry Como.

  • @catherinelynnfraser2001
    @catherinelynnfraser2001 4 роки тому +36

    I’m three martinis in🍸🍸🍸 Dean is awash in charm and talent and alcohol. He was funny, flirty, handsome and just so wonderful. He had an amazing voice

    • @michaelmckenna6464
      @michaelmckenna6464 4 роки тому +5

      Dean Martin’s comedy was spontaneous. He didn’t like to rely on scripted material, feeling that it detracted from true comedy.

    • @maggidon90
      @maggidon90 4 роки тому +1

      All true!

  • @peterblack3665
    @peterblack3665 10 годин тому

    The most effortless singer of all time. The words just flow so smoothly.......

  • @dianefiske-foy4717
    @dianefiske-foy4717 4 роки тому +30

    I love Dean’s singing and acting!!! Loved him as Matt Helm, and loved him in “Rio Bravo” with John Wayne & singer Ricky Nelson & Walter Brennan. Also loved him in the movies with comedian Jerry Lewis.

    • @BOOMNERD51
      @BOOMNERD51 4 роки тому +6

      Yeah, even Dan my husband admittedly "has to let you know" when Rio Bravo is on so I can swoon over Dean Martin AND Ricky Nelson singing together! Rich warm vocals, yes!

    • @BOOMNERD51
      @BOOMNERD51 4 роки тому +1

      Dana!

  • @lulusaintly631
    @lulusaintly631 3 роки тому +7

    I loved watching Dean when I was a kid. There was one time on his live show when the girls had to come up one at a time and be twirled around and one got the timing wrong. She was mortified but he just laughed and said let's do it again, which they did. He didn't get on his high horse or scold her - he was very charming and I liked him for that.

  • @raythackston1960
    @raythackston1960 4 роки тому +11

    There was nobody who could sing like Dean. He just opened his mouth and this huge voice came out. I love to hear him sing even today. He has a huge range in his voice...he showed it often in his T.V. show.

  • @henrycage8315
    @henrycage8315 4 роки тому +17

    Frank Sinatra adored Dean Martin. The woman adored him as well and the men wanted to be him.
    He was gorgeous and so damn funny with his devil may care attitude.you could not help but fall in love with the guy.He was never drunk when he worked .it was apple juice that he drank .truth be told.

  • @beatlessteve1010
    @beatlessteve1010 4 роки тому +3

    Can u imagine a video of all your viewers with their hand on their Adams apple ... Going... "Daaaahhh" simultaneously?.. lol.. I absolutely love Dean... What an entertainer.. and personality and tremendous singer.. there is this unmistakable attraction he invited. Just with his smile.. . but he had it whatever it is

  • @jrusso4753
    @jrusso4753 4 роки тому +14

    Dean has always been a hero of mine. The depth of his talent is immeasurable. That voice! The swagger. The comedy. All so natural and unforced. Consummate entertainer. Thank you, Fil. Another wonderful analysis.

  • @DrDespicable
    @DrDespicable 4 роки тому +28

    According to Dean, in an interview, the glass and/or cigarette were essentially props, used to disguise his hands, which he thought ugly and embarrassing. When boxing in his youth, he neglected to wrap his hands, and as a result, his fingers do look a bit gnarled and twisted, when not holding something. I loved Dean - but then, everybody did. Frankly, I thought he was funnier in his way than Jerry. Dean had a great sense of humor and didn't take himself So Seriously.

  • @elvis616
    @elvis616 4 роки тому +39

    Elvis was a fan of Dean.

  • @sschevy8558
    @sschevy8558 4 роки тому +13

    Love the Dean! Me and my pal built a Dean Martin Memorial Bar in our basement in his honor. Many good evenings spent there😁

    • @beatlessteve1010
      @beatlessteve1010 4 роки тому

      Love the bar I need to stop by .. have a drink and play cards.. but no cigars.

  • @sharonmuzik
    @sharonmuzik 4 роки тому +26

    I've been a fan of his for years but I never realized the difference in his talking voice and singing voice. Well done Fil !

    • @corinavalher7904
      @corinavalher7904 4 роки тому

      That's the first thing I noticed.
      You couldn't expect that his talking voice, which wasn't a pleasant one on stage, could change so drastically when he sang. I think he did it on purpose to surprise you for his great singing quality, because in movies, his talking voice, sounds natural and pleasant.

  • @patlarimore6960
    @patlarimore6960 3 роки тому +6

    Most of the songs I have heard Dean Martin, it seems like his voice is singing with a smile, which makes him have a very romantic way of singing. Love it!

  • @johndavids4780
    @johndavids4780 9 місяців тому +3

    One word that described Dean is relaxed. That made people relax and able to be receptive. I appreciated also that Dean insisted that his hit variety show be sent to Vietnam and broadcast via ARFTS to the troops every week. I live not far from Steubenville Ohio where he is considered a treasure.

  • @suehollar2578
    @suehollar2578 4 роки тому +11

    I like this video of Dean. He had an amazing voice. I could listen to him for hours.

  • @lynndow3185
    @lynndow3185 4 роки тому +78

    Because I love goofy trivia..."Everybody Loves Somebody Sometime" with lyrics by Irving Taylor, who also wrote the lyrics to "Kookie, Kookie, Lend Me Your Comb" (performed by Edd Byrnes and Connie Stevens), which was featured on the TV detective show, '77 Sunset Strip'. The (fictional) address on Hollywood's Sunset Strip was next door to the real Dino's Lodge restaurant, owned by Dean Martin and partner Maury Samuels. 'Dino's Lodge' lasted for 20 years and was a backdrop for '77 Sunset Strip', with Dean occasionally appearing to greet Kookie and the detectives. Sorry, I can't help myself!

    • @jamminwithjambo7729
      @jamminwithjambo7729 4 роки тому +6

      No need to be sorry...you are adding to Dean's story which is appropriate and appreciated.

    • @cuda426hemi
      @cuda426hemi 4 роки тому +2

      When I as a kid I bought the 45 thinking it would have the Mack-Livingston theme song but noo...
      77 was a weird show - Kookie went on strike for more money - then he became a detective; they did an episode with no dialog and a Twilight Zone deserted town one..the last season was downright Sci Fi - everybody was gone except Efrem Zimbalist and it was a dark noir series, very strange no Dinos no nothing. 🎬

    • @lawrencetaylor4101
      @lawrencetaylor4101 4 роки тому +1

      I remember watching that show when I was 5 or 6! Don't remember too much except there was a lot of hair combing.

    • @gilbertspader7974
      @gilbertspader7974 4 роки тому

      Lighters lit , crowd chants Lynn , Lynn , Lynn ..........

    • @mtp4430
      @mtp4430 4 роки тому

      @Charles Taylor Exactly, I was about to make that same comment, but you beat me to it.
      It knocked A Hard Days Night out of the number one spot when it was released.
      It must have been very gratifying for Dino to get a number one record in the middle of the British Invasion/ Rock and Roll era
      Sinatra, a few years later, had a number one record when he teamed up with his daughter Nancy to record Something Stupid
      After having recorded all those great songs over the years it was actually Frank's only number one record
      But I love it all, Sinatra, Martin, and Rock and Roll

  • @phildicks4721
    @phildicks4721 Рік тому +2

    Dean was also a barber. His father was a barber and owned a shop in Stubenville OH. He taught Dean to cut hair before he started his singing career. His Dad, always practical, told him that if his singing didn't pan out, he would still have a career because everyone needed their hair cut. Dean's son Ricci even said that growing up, Dean would give him and his older brother haircuts, and that his dad was quite good at it.

  • @kurtisle
    @kurtisle 4 роки тому +18

    Oh man. My old Mom (90 years young) loves Deano. As a consequence I have a big ol' collection of Dean and the Rat Pack. Her Alexa wakes her in the morning to Dean Martin. Thanks for covering him. He really was a great performer, beyond his singing. My Dad may have been a Jazzman, but it was Dean Martin that Mom pined for.
    Thanks Fil. A great hit as usual.

  • @sherryg1838
    @sherryg1838 4 роки тому +31

    I remember hearing Dean sing at the beginning of “Moonstruck.” Such a great voice and song!

    • @LostMyMojo100
      @LostMyMojo100 4 роки тому +6

      Loved that movie!!! Dean had a voice to remember...

    • @johangreybe5552
      @johangreybe5552 4 роки тому +2

      Lovely research you've done on the inimitable Dean Martin, Fil - compliments. I share same June 7th birthday as he (36 year difference) and was told that my "Memories are made of this" kareoke effort was the best. If I may disagree: he's talking and singing voices are pretty much similar. But otherwise, loved your presentation.

    • @HH-te5km
      @HH-te5km 3 роки тому +3

      Listening to Dean Martin makes you happy. You can hear his sense of of fun and love of life in his tone. Listening to Sinatra...not so much. He sounds much more aggressive and sings more matter-of-factly. Sinatra never seems to be enjoying himself. He sounds tense. Dean Martin is always at ease and poised, rolling with it. I would have loved to see Dino perform live.

    • @gloriajanik1981
      @gloriajanik1981 2 роки тому

      we a

  • @martharice1507
    @martharice1507 4 роки тому +7

    I always thought Dean had such a unique singing voice, one of a kind.

  • @Eowyn187
    @Eowyn187 4 роки тому +11

    I always wondered at how his speaking voice was so different. Jim Nabors also. Thx for the explanation. Dean was just smooth as butter. Rich voice, charming and seriously handsome. Topped off with adorable sense of humor. (My first crush 😆 damn I had good taste at ten😅 audibly and visually.)

    • @Sotto_
      @Sotto_ 3 роки тому +1

      Jim Nabors would be a great singer to feature. The characters he portrayed contradicted his beautiful voice.

  • @NickRatnieks
    @NickRatnieks 4 роки тому +11

    Elvis was massively influenced by Dean Martin- before he was a recording artist himself when he did those recordings for his mother that led him to being "discovered" at Sun Records by Marion Keisker who suggested that Sam Phillips checked him out. Elvis described Dean as "The King of Cool."

  • @yathatsright5958
    @yathatsright5958 4 роки тому +8

    Dean Martin, THE coolest cat to ever walk the face of this earth!

  • @pamr4040
    @pamr4040 4 роки тому +6

    I loved watching him on his TV show...couldn't wait to see what happened when he slid down that pole to the stage! lol My mom loved him, Engelbert Humperdinck (sp?), Perry Como, and other crooners...so we had all of his/their albums when I was a kid. I still love their voices to this day. Dean had such an easy, relaxed style on stage...and not afraid to laugh at himself...endearing. 🙂🧡

  • @roberthall6560
    @roberthall6560 3 роки тому +3

    Fil I thought you just had a PHD in Rock.... I am starting to realize that you are the Prof/Dr/PHD/MD/DDS of ALL Music. I'm being entertained and schooled. Thank you sir.

  • @jjohnjoni
    @jjohnjoni 4 роки тому +3

    One of my favorite crooners! Loved him.

  • @MultiLakewood
    @MultiLakewood 4 роки тому +52

    Elvis was a big Dean Martin fan. “It’s Now or Never”, by Elvis has a similar sound. Thanks Fil.

    • @arealmench
      @arealmench 4 роки тому +5

      Yes, Elvis and Dean and Don Ho sounded similar.

    • @louiefortune
      @louiefortune 4 роки тому +8

      "Welcome To My World" you can hear Dean in some of Elvis's ballads. I have Pricilla's book were she says at there California home Elvis would sometimes ride at night on his motorcycle to Deans' home and stop at the end of his driveway and wonder what he was doing.

    • @mtp4430
      @mtp4430 4 роки тому +1

      Nancy Fox It's Now or Never is a rewrite of the Italian classic O Sole Mio which Elvis loved.
      And it was re-written for him using the same melody with English lyrics that bore no relation to the Italian lyrics

    • @louiefortune
      @louiefortune 4 роки тому +1

      @@mtp4430, I understand it was his favorite song and sold 26 million. His first release 1960 after he got out of the army. His best selling single.

    • @mtp4430
      @mtp4430 4 роки тому +1

      @@louiefortune Just goes to prove how music is universal.
      Elvis probably had no idea what the words O Sole Mio even meant, but that amazing Melody got right inside the man's soul
      Music will do that to you

  • @carolynlowery920
    @carolynlowery920 4 роки тому +10

    My mother would play Dean'o when cleaning the house. dancing on her toes when he went into his head voice...so fun to have this memory of her. Thanks

  • @ginahalsey6749
    @ginahalsey6749 2 роки тому +1

    A friend of mine told me such a sweet experience she had with Dean Martin when she was a young child. She had a friend that belonged to country club and would take her along as a guest most days one summer, so they could go to the swimming pool. She did not have money to buy drinks or snacks, but loved playing in the pool. Dean Martin was a member there and noticed she couldn’t buy herself treats like the other kids did. He told her “I sure would like to have an ice cream but don’t want to eat alone; would you please join me for an ice cream and keep me company?” They sat at the counter enjoying their ice cream and visiting. She said he did it every day for the rest of the summer. I heard many stories of his kindness.

  • @Judy0910
    @Judy0910 11 місяців тому +1

    I was thirteen when this song was out. It knocked the Beatles out of the number one spot that year. I came in from school and the song playing that day was this one. It was driving me crazy because I wanted to buy the record. My mom knew who he was and told me. I was shocked. The next day, she bought me the record and I loved it. Dean also had an American southern accent.

  • @davidhosscowart5849
    @davidhosscowart5849 4 роки тому +14

    So cool, smooth and charismatic

  • @MMFrye
    @MMFrye 4 роки тому +5

    I adore Dino! He was my first celebrity crush 😍. Thank you for breaking down how he used his voice. You should watch his performances with Petula Clark and Ella Fitzgerald.

  • @debbeborders5762
    @debbeborders5762 2 роки тому +1

    I remember watching Dean Martin on TV as a kid. The family had one TV and my parents chose which of the 3 channels we watched. So we watched Dean's show every week. Even as a kid I knew he was entertaining. Good memories.

  • @margeanblake4356
    @margeanblake4356 2 роки тому +2

    He had a beautiful voice and a great entertainer. I love how comfortable he is with abilities. He's always been a charming man.

  • @darlatidwell6255
    @darlatidwell6255 4 роки тому +6

    The one and only awesome Dean "Dino" Martin. Such a great performer and talented actor. Always loved him and his loveable ways. RIP and God bless.🕊️ Thanks so much Fil. 👍👍

  • @originalhgc
    @originalhgc 4 роки тому +16

    I grew up on Jerry Lewis/Dean Martin movies, and still love them. Dino was in a lot of good movies too, without Jerry, as you mentioned. I particularly like the Billy Wilder comedy "Kiss Me, Stupid" and the Henry Hathaway western "The Sons of Katie Elder," with John Wayne.

  • @michaelserby7697
    @michaelserby7697 2 роки тому +2

    A long time ago ... so many people who got Sad in his last years . When his son died so young,Dean was devastated and went downhill
    after.quickly RIP Dean. 🇺🇲 💙

  • @michaelogden5958
    @michaelogden5958 4 роки тому +11

    Dean was the only "crooner" I could ever stand to listen to. I think it was mostly because he didn't seem to take himself so seriously. Cheers and stay safe!

  • @robertscopa2626
    @robertscopa2626 4 роки тому +4

    He made people smile. What more can you want?

  • @tomcartwright7134
    @tomcartwright7134 3 роки тому +3

    Dean Martin was one of the great crooners. Back in the 1960’s he had his own variety show on tv. It was really funny and hosted a number of great actors and singers that rarely did television. It was a treat.

    • @davidsigalow7349
      @davidsigalow7349 9 місяців тому

      You can find a lot of great clips from Dean's show on YT. Look for his duos with Phil Harris; they're fabulous.

  • @MrChipBryant
    @MrChipBryant 4 роки тому +2

    I actually listen to Dean Martin every night. Thank you for this video.

  • @greggbosecke6849
    @greggbosecke6849 4 роки тому +5

    Fil. You never cease to amaze me with your ability to analyze, and as importantly explain music. Other people that have music analysis online don't hold a candle to you. Cheers.

  • @elvispresley5921
    @elvispresley5921 2 роки тому +3

    You actually DID pull off Dean's accent AND sound...hahahh. I was impressed!

  • @rae0521
    @rae0521 4 роки тому +10

    I don't believe it would be possible to be a drunk AND and international super star for over 6 decades. Martin not only had talent, he had class... can't say that about many performers these days.

    • @davidpanetta6400
      @davidpanetta6400 Рік тому

      According to his biography, his daughter Deanna stated that he liked to eat with the family. Then he'd go to bed and have a drink or two while watching a movie on tv. He always went to bed early so he could go golfing early in the morning. And by the way, when Dean had his variety show, he only worked one day. He did not like to rehearse. So that one day, he would tape the show and spend the other 6 days on the golf course, and spending the rest of the day with the family.

  • @timothykscarborough7047
    @timothykscarborough7047 Рік тому +1

    I was first introduced to Dean Martin when I was a child and my mother always , loved him and as watched him, I could see why. He was multi talented, handsome, great actor, wonderful voice, and funny! I still remember one time when he was getting ready to sing;; there piano and the piano accompaniest was sitting in front of the piano, and Dean jumped on top of the piano and he laid on his side and then SLID across the top and as he did that, the piano collapsed to the floor with him on it! Of course it was a collapseable piano!! But the look on his face was priceless! He stood up, brushed himself off and said "Why didn't someone warn me how dangerous these things are? Well, I'll never do THAT again!"
    Everyone (including my mom and I) nearly died of laughter!!
    That is my first memory of "Dino"; You could probably find his TV shows on YT along with the episode when he made an entrance at the beginning of a program
    when he decided to slide down that fire station pole too, which was posted in a previous comment! He would do just about anything for a
    laugh! I don't think it was the writers' idea..it was his!!
    He was brilliant! When he passed away they broke the mold, there will never be anyone like him ever...Loved him! Thank you ,Fil for reminding me of a wonderful treasure we had in him and thank you for discovering him at your young age and your compliments toward him which he has always deserved!!!!!And especially, Mr Martin, thanks for the memories....RIP! Rose🙋🌹

  • @lavonnehensley9993
    @lavonnehensley9993 2 роки тому +1

    He has laughing, dancing eyes. He loves entertaining and people loved watching him.

  • @marcjohnson4385
    @marcjohnson4385 4 роки тому +4

    Remember watching the Dean Martin show besides Dean's singing was that all the mistakes were left in the show so you never knew what was going to happen he wasn't full of himself

  • @Paul-fq9pj
    @Paul-fq9pj 4 роки тому +5

    What a cool dude always looks so relaxed and easy for Dean

  • @SpottedQ
    @SpottedQ 3 роки тому +1

    As a child I had the biggest crush on him - never went away. Still think he has a beautiful and rich voice.

  • @PoubelleKansas
    @PoubelleKansas 9 місяців тому +2

    You're making me cry, man. In addition to the fact that I love this song and the way Dean did it, Mr. Martin was one of my mother's favorite singers. She loved to sing as she worked in the house and I can hear her voice echoing in my heart even now.

  • @simonturkel3607
    @simonturkel3607 Рік тому +3

    I’ve marveled about Dean’s dropping of his voice, & it’s great to hear a musician describe what’s going on. Martin could sustain his sound on melody when he dipped way down. His voice was a remarkable instrument.

  • @mevrammcoyoteV8f150
    @mevrammcoyoteV8f150 4 роки тому +21

    Fil's got taste..great memories listening to Dino's 45's from my mother's record collection..love all his xmas music and he has some quality country type tunes also.......thanks Fil

    • @ole9421
      @ole9421 4 роки тому +2

      Houston, comes to mind. Love that one!

    • @mevrammcoyoteV8f150
      @mevrammcoyoteV8f150 4 роки тому +2

      @@ole9421 Exactly..via Amazon Music..I have that great song downloaded

    • @BOOMNERD51
      @BOOMNERD51 4 роки тому

      He definitely loved country like Patsy Cline "I've Got these Memories.. " and really nice cover of Kris Kristofferson's "For the Good Times.'

  • @georgeorwell4534
    @georgeorwell4534 4 роки тому +2

    My grandmother loved Dean Martin and so every Thursday evening I was in front of the TV with her. And boy was she right. He was a marvelous entertainer, and just seemed to always be having a gas. Fil, watch the Dean Martin Show in the late 60s. You’ll have such fun.

  • @bernadettelanders7306
    @bernadettelanders7306 4 роки тому +4

    Ohhh, memories of my childhood 😊

  • @rudyredcat425
    @rudyredcat425 3 роки тому +3

    That made me feel so happy! Big smile the whole time 😀

  • @Historian212
    @Historian212 4 роки тому +7

    I was 9 years old that year. This song was a MASSIVE hit. He was dreamy and I didn’t even know what dreamy was. To me, he was better than Sinatra, much more handsome and fun than Crosby, Bennett, or Como, his main contemporaries. Nice analysis, I learned a lot - and thanks for the memories!

    • @giajessie7996
      @giajessie7996 Рік тому

      Absolutely the same as me. I've had a crush on him for as long as I was old enough to know the difference between girls and boys.

  • @puddysue
    @puddysue 7 місяців тому +1

    Dean's voice was like honey... so smooth and effortless.

  • @jackrichiedei
    @jackrichiedei 4 роки тому +1

    I'm a rocker born in 51. Class of 69 he and clint eastwood were who I wanted to be like . What a voice .

  • @leelee6683
    @leelee6683 4 роки тому +3

    I love your impression of Dean’s speaking voice!

  • @dylankopff7139
    @dylankopff7139 4 роки тому +20

    I'd like to remind everyone that Fils not sitting hes levitating.
    Fil great to see you and what a great review choice

    • @Sotto_
      @Sotto_ 3 роки тому

      😂👍🤘

  • @deed.3230
    @deed.3230 Рік тому +1

    I used to date a guy who was a trombonist in Dean’s Las Vegas band. He worked for Dean for many years and spoke well of him. He did drink, but not excessively and not on stage. Great analysis!

  • @usaneebeilles9510
    @usaneebeilles9510 3 місяці тому

    How beautiful.
    Simply perfect in all areas, his way of singing~ Dean Martin.
    Loved his music.
    He'll always be remembered

  • @4magnels494
    @4magnels494 4 роки тому +16

    I remember my parents listening and watching Dean Martin. They really liked him. Watching him makes me think of my parents. I must tell you this Fil, I was given one of your t-shirts from a friend. Every time I wear it, I get stopped and told how much they loved your channel too! You, sir, are becoming a famous! Good for you! I love the shirt and wear it a lot!

    • @kitkakitteh
      @kitkakitteh 4 роки тому +1

      4 Magnels you should keep a Sharpie marker for his fans to sign it! Then take a pic of it for the group!

  • @wandaburnsworth1588
    @wandaburnsworth1588 Рік тому +1

    Dean Martin had a one of a kind voice that you could recognize. He was amazing!

  • @rhiannonrede
    @rhiannonrede 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you Sooooo much! I was 8 yrs old & I loved Dean so much. I still do. Would listen to him sing the phone book! I than him now & for later, Dino, Desi & Billy.RIP, DINO.

  • @psw4763
    @psw4763 4 роки тому +4

    A marvelously talented and wonderful man

  • @Lantanana
    @Lantanana 4 роки тому +3

    Now you are making me think I need to take voice lessons! I am not a good singer at all, but I tried that lowered larynx, and it changed my singing significantly!

  • @robertc783
    @robertc783 4 роки тому +2

    he was butter. holy cow. my faorite crooner. even Bobby Darin could not beat this man. (RIP all of them) I would sing along to Dean to calm my babies at dusk. BUTTER/SILK. So smooth.
    Your love for QUALITY music is reflected in your own music. THANK YOU.for teaching me. Big fan.

  • @karlmarx5155
    @karlmarx5155 2 роки тому +1

    This is the earliest song I remember actually hearing on the radio at the time it was popular in ‘64, I would have been only about 4 years old.

  • @kathyflorcruz552
    @kathyflorcruz552 4 роки тому +3

    What a treat, Fil. There's only one Dino. 🍸💜 AND I always learn something new from you!