@ndhan72 , totally agree. The Aussies can rightfully be proud of these folks. The rest of the English-speaking world in Canada, the UK, New Zealand and here in America can't claim them as our own, but we can take great pride in the Seekers as close relatives, I think!
Went to this 25th Anni show in Wellington, New Zealand. They opened with this song it is my fav. Also saw them 2 times in the 60's twice in the 90's and and twice in the 2000's and Judiths solo show twice. I was very lucky. This song was sung at every show. Rest easy Judith you beautiful thing.
I remember going to the 25 reunion concert in Sydney. It was the first time I heard I am Australian sung. It’s hard to believe that was nearly 30 years ago and Judith is now gone.
Always loved the Seekers, but aside from a TV special, never got to seem them perform. This is priceless, and as usual, their singing is superb. Thanks so much for posting this!
A few months back, I decided to search for some australian folk songs (i'm not australian), and found this one. Was interested in it so much that I now know it off by heart, and wish that I was Australian, and that I was able to see them.
Looked up the verses in the Bible where it is about stars falling and found it in Matthew 24:3 where Jesus was asked what would be the signs of the end of the age. Stars falling is only one of them!
I've discovered many videos on youtube...of songs I never knew The Seekers had recorded....such a great group & Judith *wOw* is my all-time favorite....this song, along with Love is Kind, Love is Wine, are two favorites, although the first memory of their songs goes back to A World of Our Own, which still holds a special place in my heart..
Judith looks stunning in that white gown and that voice! I have always thought this song really reflects the power in her voice. Singing high C 4's here at the end
Listen to her version 1967 and this one. It is amazing that she sounds as good then as this version 2009. I get goose bumps listening to this wonderful, angelic voice. God Bless.
+Ricardo Gaerlan - Me too! I listen again and again even though I only rediscovered The Seekers in the past month or so. I'm so glad they came back together. They are my favorite all-time group. I wish I could meet them, seeing they are my age. It's funny, I was selected as part of the Australian delegation even though I've never actually been there.
I browse through UA-cam for all types of music but I find myself always coming back to listen to THE SEEKERS & JUDITH DURHAM , what an amazing voice , such a gift to everyone who listens
@martyfan11 The funny thing about music and folk music in general, one thing leads to another and all of a sudden your tastes expand both in genres and artists. For example, if you like folk and bluegrass, go look up JP Cormier - Canada's "Lord of the Strings". If you like country, go check out the long career of Ian Tyson going from 60's folk to country to western music. If you just start with that you will find even more leads to more "paths" - all wonderful.
OMG this is a wonderful performance, superb harmonies, notably the high C added (D seventh) at 2:03 is a grabber in this song. Although the Seekers are headlined as such, it's Judith's presence and voice that makes their many songs so very special.
Yes, certainly that ... and yet it keeps nagging at me, that "something else." The French nail it by admitting it rises above our understanding and is beyond words, with "Je ne c'est quoi." Simple wise country folk do it justice with an honest smile and "Somethin' special." I just know I married the woman answering to this description 48 years, 9 children and 16 grandchildren ago who has all my heart in hers and sends a lump in my throat every time she walks into view or I hear her speak to me .... We know this is proof of God, the perfection that is pure joy ....YAHOO and THANKS with all my heart!!!
@TheFRiNgEguitars Overall, this is just a wonderful arrangement and performance, but I agree with you that this part of the song at 2:03 is the most affecting moment of the presentation. Mesmerizing...
@rdvqc I am a folkie anyway, cause I love folk music in general. My most favourite is American folk, and my most favourite genre, bluegrass, is part of it. A few months back, I saw Marty Stuart in concert (with his band, the Fabulous Superlatives), and they do a lot of country and bluegrass, but they also incorporate one or two folk songs, which they did when I went to see them, and his bassist, "The Apostle" Paul Martin, is my no1 idol.
@rdvqc I should've mentioned that it's not just folk and bluegrass etc that I like, cause I also like rock and metal, but bluegrass will always be my fave. I already have a wide array of artists that I've discovered, from John Denver and Johnny Cash to Emmylou Harris, Maddox Brothers & Rose, Doc Watson, Chieftains, Dubliners, you name it, but, before I found those artists, it was Celine Dion and Michael Bolton (don't ask why), cause my grandfolks would listen to that kind of stuff.
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@martyfan11 If you are looking for folk music from OZ, be sure to look up Eric Bogle. He may be a Scot by birth but has spent most of his life in Australia. An incredible body of work. His "Best of" collection is 5 CDs long!
I'm so glad I'll be with my Lord BEFORE this happens. How about you? Mark 13:24-26 2 4But in those days, after that tribulation, the sun shall be darkened, and the moon shall not give her light, 25 And the stars of heaven shall fall, and the powers that are in heaven shall be shaken. 2 6And then shall they see the Son of man coming in the clouds with great power and glory.
Perfection only with this outstanding group. None compares. Cool arrangement.
Absolutely stunning, ; the Seekers and Judith Durham are in a class of their own, forever in my heart!
Oh lord, she still hit that high note with such ease, I don't believe it, took my breath away
F sharp.
Who's better than Judith, no one. The darling of Australia.
@ndhan72 , totally agree. The Aussies can rightfully be proud of these folks.
The rest of the English-speaking world in Canada, the UK, New Zealand and here in America can't claim them as our own, but we can take great pride in the Seekers as close relatives, I think!
If you gave this a thumbs down, you need to go and see your doctor. Tell him you've gone mad.
Went to this 25th Anni show in Wellington, New Zealand. They opened with this song it is my fav. Also saw them 2 times in the 60's twice in the 90's and and twice in the 2000's and Judiths solo show twice. I was very lucky. This song was sung at every show. Rest easy Judith you beautiful thing.
What an amazing voice she has. She has to be one of the best female singers ever. Thank you for posting this video!
My Lord, What a Voice ..
Judith Durham will always be one of the finest voices in popular music.
Fantastic 50 years later. Greatest folk music group ever
I remember going to the 25 reunion concert in Sydney. It was the first time I heard I am Australian sung. It’s hard to believe that was nearly 30 years ago and Judith is now gone.
The first song they ever did. The song they opened with 30 years later. Better than ever...
judith can sing a shopping list and make it sound brilliant..
So true!
There is nothing adverse to be said about this iconic group. Their music, their professionalism, its all there.
There is no better voice
Always loved the Seekers, but aside from a TV special, never got to seem them perform. This is priceless, and as usual, their singing is superb. Thanks so much for posting this!
Absolute perfection by the whole group,but dear Judith, your delivery is better here than in the 60’s. How much better it get than this?
A few months back, I decided to search for some australian folk songs (i'm not australian), and found this one. Was interested in it so much that I now know it off by heart, and wish that I was Australian, and that I was able to see them.
Looked up the verses in the Bible where it is about stars falling and found it in Matthew 24:3 where Jesus was asked what would be the signs of the end of the age. Stars falling is only one of them!
What a Brilliant song by a Brilliant group --
I've loved Judith Durham for many many years. The sweetest voice I have ever heard.
A song that took my heart, when I was very young...(now I am 72). Divine voice ,Judith, with your " non plus ultra" musicians!
She could hit any note beyond sublime.
Given that she suffered her whole career with a lung affliction. Almost miraculous,
I've discovered many videos on youtube...of songs I never knew The Seekers had recorded....such a great group & Judith *wOw* is my all-time favorite....this song, along with Love is Kind, Love is Wine, are two favorites, although the first memory of their songs goes back to A World of Our Own, which still holds a special place in my heart..
This lady is blessed!
The beautiful voice of Judith Durham ...
Lovely. Thank you, vbvbvb088. Uses the same chord progression as 'When the Saints Go Marching In'. Right?
thank you lord for letting us borrow your finest angel all these years,we promise to look after and love her always,xxx
What a fabulous voice. I felt in love with the songs of the Seekers while I was an oversea student in Melbourne, Australia. Dr. Leow
Judith looks stunning in that white gown and that voice! I have always thought this song really reflects the power in her voice. Singing high C 4's here at the end
This music is a language which the soul alone understands, but which the soul can never translate.
So beautifully put. And so true.
Listen to her version 1967 and this one. It is amazing that she sounds as good then as this version 2009. I get goose bumps listening to this wonderful, angelic voice. God Bless.
+Ricardo Gaerlan - Me too! I listen again and again even though I only rediscovered The Seekers in the past month or so. I'm so glad they came back together. They are my favorite all-time group. I wish I could meet them, seeing they are my age. It's funny, I was selected as part of the Australian delegation even though I've never actually been there.
This was in 1992 not 2009
Missed the date. Thanks.
@@roseanne74 1993 actually. 25 th anniversary re union concert from when they broke up in 1968. I was there and it was a great show.
Rest in peace divine Aussie Angel.
An angel walks amongst us
I browse through UA-cam for all types of music but I find myself always coming back to listen to THE SEEKERS & JUDITH DURHAM , what an amazing voice , such a gift to everyone who listens
Me to
Well. Judith is a Seeker -- forever, THE lead singer of the The Seekers...
Judiths voice is so beautifully unique and magical !
What the lyrics means by "when the stars begin to fall" and "You will weep for the rocks and mountains"?
Apocalyptic imagery, from the Bible. Day of the Lord.
Here's real talent for ya ... not like so much of today's musical trash.
It's hard to choose between this and Morningtown Ride as my favourite Seekers song ... I love them both! :)
The greatest singer of all time.
I simply love these guys. Great people, great singers, great chemistry.
... yeah ... and great HARMONY!
@martyfan11 The funny thing about music and folk music in general, one thing leads to another and all of a sudden your tastes expand both in genres and artists. For example, if you like folk and bluegrass, go look up JP Cormier - Canada's "Lord of the Strings". If you like country, go check out the long career of Ian Tyson going from 60's folk to country to western music. If you just start with that you will find even more leads to more "paths" - all wonderful.
Certainly among the finest music in my book anyway.
I'm not religious(more and less an atheist),but I always liked this song,when The Seekers perform it
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The greaest voice God ever created
A 100% WOW!!!
OMG this is a wonderful performance, superb harmonies, notably the high C added (D seventh) at 2:03 is a grabber in this song. Although the Seekers are headlined as such, it's Judith's presence and voice that makes their many songs so very special.
Yes, certainly that ... and yet it keeps nagging at me, that "something else." The French nail it by admitting it rises above our understanding and is beyond words, with "Je ne c'est quoi." Simple wise country folk do it justice with an honest smile and "Somethin' special." I just know I married the woman answering to this description 48 years, 9 children and 16 grandchildren ago who has all my heart in hers and sends a lump in my throat every time she walks into view or I hear her speak to me .... We know this is proof of God, the perfection that is pure joy ....YAHOO and THANKS with all my heart!!!
I was there - this was at the Melbourne Hamer Hall (at that time called the Melbourne Concert Hall). LOVE LOVE LOVE
They were great and they still sound wonderful.
@TheFRiNgEguitars Overall, this is just a wonderful arrangement and performance, but I agree with you that this part of the song at 2:03 is the most affecting moment of the presentation. Mesmerizing...
awesome
All I can say is WOW!!
I will second that motion!!!
@rdvqc
I am a folkie anyway, cause I love folk music in general. My most favourite is American folk, and my most favourite genre, bluegrass, is part of it. A few months back, I saw Marty Stuart in concert (with his band, the Fabulous Superlatives), and they do a lot of country and bluegrass, but they also incorporate one or two folk songs, which they did when I went to see them, and his bassist, "The Apostle" Paul Martin, is my no1 idol.
@rdvqc
I should've mentioned that it's not just folk and bluegrass etc that I like, cause I also like rock and metal, but bluegrass will always be my fave. I already have a wide array of artists that I've discovered, from John Denver and Johnny Cash to Emmylou Harris, Maddox Brothers & Rose, Doc Watson, Chieftains, Dubliners, you name it, but, before I found those artists, it was Celine Dion and Michael Bolton (don't ask why), cause my grandfolks would listen to that kind of stuff.
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This is how Google Translate renders the Japanese comment
"Button is my favorite - the local Gr.
Volume, particularly female - It is an attractive light volume of voice has a very rich voice and polished needle."
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Nope! Look at all my seekers vids.
MAGIC !!!!!!!
@tag117117 OH yeah. you're absolutely right!!!!!
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@martyfan11 If you are looking for folk music from OZ, be sure to look up Eric Bogle. He may be a Scot by birth but has spent most of his life in Australia. An incredible body of work. His "Best of" collection is 5 CDs long!
Mechanical translation, right?
Correct.
I'm so glad I'll be with my Lord BEFORE this happens. How about you?
Mark 13:24-26
2 4But in those days, after that tribulation, the sun shall be darkened, and the moon shall not give her light,
25 And the stars of heaven shall fall, and the powers that are in heaven shall be shaken.
2 6And then shall they see the Son of man coming in the clouds with great power and glory.
After listening to Judith Durham a feeling of peace and calm comes over me!
Peace and calm is the outcome of listening to any Seeker's music. Except when it touches your heart and brings tears to the eyes (we are australian).
ME AS WELL