Olivia! ABC-TV Special with Andy Gibb & ABBA - Ultra Rare TRUE STEREO !

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  • Опубліковано 2 вер 2011
  • ONE OF A KIND - FIRST GENERATION AUDIO. This is the concert segment IN TRUE STEREO from the 1978 special "Olivia!" Just prior to shooting this segment with a live orchestra, the audio guy asked if I would like a stereo feed of the sound. Of course I said yes and fed two three-quarter inch VCRs with the special feed. Stereo TV was not available widely until the mid-1980s. After completion of the special, I manually synced the 2" master of the show to my ¾" master and, viola, a stereo version of the concert with Andy Gibb, ABBA, and Olivia!
    Shot just days before it aired, the ABC-TV special "Olivia!" was the marathon of all television specials I edited while in Hollywood. For 36 nonstop hours, director Steve Binder (my all time favorite) and the post-production crew dashed toward an unbelievable deadline and beat it. This is the entire concert segment. The air version begins at 3:01 and ends prior to "Thank you for the Music" (which was used for closing credits). Please select 480p and full screen (and don't forget headphones!); the quality is matchless!

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  • @janetjohnson7279
    @janetjohnson7279 Місяць тому +125

    Still listening in April 2024, anyone else???

  • @arcas8423
    @arcas8423 Рік тому +2089

    No tattoos, no implants, no body piercings, no crummy attitudes, women with natural talent and beauty. Music industry in the sewer now.

  • @chenwenhua2269
    @chenwenhua2269 4 місяці тому +62

    SEE? no autotune! live with an orchestra. They sounded just like the LPs they made. That is true true talent, no pretensions.

    • @scootermom1791
      @scootermom1791 Місяць тому +4

      They are the best of the best! Too bad there aren't more artists like them!

  • @dog61
    @dog61 8 місяців тому +201

    The best thing about this is that they're all singing live.

    • @NicholasAndre1
      @NicholasAndre1 2 місяці тому +3

      There seem to be relatively few truly live abba television shows. This one is great though :)

    • @scootermom1791
      @scootermom1791 Місяць тому +3

      ​@@NicholasAndre1right? I wish they had done more live shows. I'm glad Olivia was able to get together with them (and Andy Gibb of course). She and Abba were able to transition through the decades incredibly well.
      For Abba it was just 70's into early 80's and their recent release, of course. Olivia, I think, had hits from the 60's to the 90's.

    • @wilfredomartinluceromendez8525
      @wilfredomartinluceromendez8525 26 днів тому

      😂​@@scootermom1791

  • @hermangouw
    @hermangouw 7 місяців тому +98

    ABBA, Andy Gibb and ONJ were the SUPERSTARS of the 70's.
    To have them all together live with an orchestra in 1978 was a ONCE IN A BLUE MOON event.

  • @cinemaipswich4636
    @cinemaipswich4636 8 місяців тому +35

    This could only ever happen in Australia. Olivia, Andi Gibb, ABBA all in one place.

    • @havensmm9308
      @havensmm9308 Місяць тому +5

      Well, no, since this was filmed in the US for Olivia's ABC prime time TV special. It was actually ABBA's first US prime time TV appearance.

    • @yourdaddy6030
      @yourdaddy6030 7 днів тому

      ​@@havensmm9308yes!! You are correct!!

    • @user-ly9cj2qe1p
      @user-ly9cj2qe1p 3 дні тому

      Wonderful times sith musica disk AND pop

    • @athuldas4959
      @athuldas4959 2 дні тому +1

      lol it wasn't in australia

  • @CoreyChambersLA
    @CoreyChambersLA 8 місяців тому +68

    We can hear from this video that Olivia's voice was one of the most perfect singing voices ever. ABBA is right up there with her.

  • @westscape2
    @westscape2 9 місяців тому +117

    This must be one of only a few TV shows with ABBA singing live vocals; it is precious indeed.

    • @richalderson6069
      @richalderson6069 8 місяців тому +9

      There's a few more if you look for em'! They pop up from time to time, The Dick Cavette Show is a famous one.

    • @jarrylwirth672
      @jarrylwirth672 5 місяців тому +8

      It’s the only live one I’ve seen, and the girls singing is perfect

    • @JB-1962
      @JB-1962 5 місяців тому

      ⁠​⁠@@richalderson6069Dick cavette consert by ABBA ist the best performance from abba.

    • @scootermom1791
      @scootermom1791 Місяць тому +2

      ​@@richalderson6069I hadn't seen this one. Just added to my list. Thanks for the idea! ❤

  • @forget-me-notlawncare9821
    @forget-me-notlawncare9821 Рік тому +1637

    Watching this 8/8/2022, the day Olivia left us. What a phenomenal show put on by all. So many memories flooding through my mind, rolling down my cheeks. This was my childhood. We had no idea the impact these artists would have, and the legacy they would leave for us all. So grateful to have grown up in the 70s! Rest easy Olivia. Say hey to Andy for us!

    • @wrb1000
      @wrb1000 Рік тому +98

      Amen brother. Olivia was part of all of our childhoods.

    • @heidirobbins8337
      @heidirobbins8337 Рік тому +45

      Me too

    • @PilarMarrero
      @PilarMarrero Рік тому +42

      Feeling the same!

    • @NW-lv9gb
      @NW-lv9gb Рік тому +28

      @@PilarMarrero Ditto😢💔

    • @landoevora6153
      @landoevora6153 Рік тому +57

      True. So glad to be part of that too. Farewell beautiful Olivia true light and inspiration.

  • @MariVictorius
    @MariVictorius Рік тому +334

    Olivia sings like an angel. I was lucky to grow up with her music, but I didn’t realize it then.

    • @cutwagman
      @cutwagman Рік тому +4

      And there is NO 666 OK symbolism ... yet

    • @deeeliades3426
      @deeeliades3426 Рік тому +8

      We are sure lucky to remember it!

    • @skylermichaeljameson8392
      @skylermichaeljameson8392 Рік тому +4

      Yes, as so did I, because I was born in 1970

    • @lifewithshae6510
      @lifewithshae6510 Рік тому +12

      I was born in 2003 and she was so popular back then and the day I first started watching grease I feel in love and I kept watching it the songs are amazing Olivia was beautiful John was so handsome they where a match made in heaven, I know I wasn’t born in her century but it doesn’t feel like I’ve known her for 19 years it feels like a life time and she’s going to be deeply missed ❤

    • @joellebouge1273
      @joellebouge1273 Рік тому +2

      Bonsoir Bien sûr que l'on à grandis avec la Musique de Olivia Newton John et John Travolta ,à 15 ans qui n'à pas vu GREASE au Cinéma et XANADU plus tard ? ou écoutés les 45 tours de Olivia Newton John ? Elle était Merveilleuse et elle avait une Voix Magnifique ! J'espère que John Travolta avait gardé des Liens avec Elle et qu'il allait la Visiter souvent quand elle était très Malade ! Repose en Paix Olivia tu ne Souffre plu,on ne t'oubliera Jamais ! Sincères Condoléances à sa Famille.🙏😇😘💋💗

  • @jblanco6306
    @jblanco6306 3 місяці тому +35

    Andy and Olivia RIP 💔 I can't believe they sang all together. I'm watching this video over and over, thank you for the music marvelous singers.

  • @Marcus_Berger1701
    @Marcus_Berger1701 Рік тому +76

    Wow Olivia John's voice perfectly harmonizes with ABBA.

  • @michellenicholson6414
    @michellenicholson6414 Рік тому +424

    Olivia voice is angelic. The world lost a treasure today. RIP Olivia. RIP Andy. All three musicians was a big part of my 70s childhood music.

    • @TheEurokrafts
      @TheEurokrafts Рік тому +12

      Same too. She was my idol.🥲

    • @rosemoore6948
      @rosemoore6948 Рік тому +3

      I totally agree!!

    • @randyussery1738
      @randyussery1738 Рік тому +6

      She was one of the kindest and sweetest people there ever was.

    • @marlenesullivan3113
      @marlenesullivan3113 Рік тому +4

      Mjchelle: LIFE TAKES AWAY ONLY THE BEST, WE ARE LEFF WITH THE PAIN 8-((

    • @paulkane7771
      @paulkane7771 Рік тому +2

      The amount of singing talent on this stage is unbelievable. Agnetha, Anni-Frid, and Andy are all incredible singers... but honestly, Olivia is just on another level. Unreal.

  • @TheNancypoo
    @TheNancypoo Рік тому +110

    So glad I grew up in the 70s, this music defined my childhood.

    • @theonlyonestanding8079
      @theonlyonestanding8079 Рік тому

      Yes I was in elementary school in the 70s but I still remember some of the soft rock music my older brothers and sisters played on the radio

    • @peterjames9610
      @peterjames9610 Рік тому +1

      Same, brings back great memories as a teen in Australia in the 70’s

    • @user-kn5ho2gs2j
      @user-kn5ho2gs2j 2 місяці тому

      Повезло вам)))

    • @Snoozerboozer
      @Snoozerboozer 29 днів тому +1

      Yes, and I yearn back to the end of the 70s. what great music.

  • @twasbrillig33
    @twasbrillig33 Рік тому +49

    Olivia remained an incredibly graceful, confident, sincere, genuine and humble human being throughout her entire life. Love you dearly!

  • @nelsonmendezmusic7069
    @nelsonmendezmusic7069 10 місяців тому +43

    Olivia sounds as good live as on the record. She was such a talent.

  • @chrisjohnson1308
    @chrisjohnson1308 Рік тому +309

    I saw this when it originally aired in 1978, and 44 years later, it still makes me smile. I have viewed this recording countless times since I discovered it on UA-cam a few months ago, but watching it on the day that she left us is so bittersweet. Rest In Peace, dear Olivia…you are a part of the soundtrack of my life. 😓

    • @andrewhutchinson36
      @andrewhutchinson36 Рік тому +13

      All the more interesting to see Olivia performing with Abba, when you recall she sang the UK entry in ESC 1974. She finished 4th. The 1974 ESC was won by the Swedish entry - Abba.

    • @peterjames9610
      @peterjames9610 Рік тому +1

      Nice.

    • @JuanJose16
      @JuanJose16 Рік тому +12

      Seeing this for the first time in the wake of the passing of ONJ. What a gorgeous medley, what a set of talent on stage at the same time. Good music never ages, good singers/musicians never die.

    • @theonlyonestanding8079
      @theonlyonestanding8079 Рік тому +4

      Yes we all are going to miss Olivia Newton John. She's incredible singer and actress

    • @Mitubo2002
      @Mitubo2002 8 місяців тому +1

      And to think she is hopeless devoted to me!!!

  • @HollywoodinSJ
    @HollywoodinSJ Рік тому +321

    This makes me sad & happy at the same time. Olivia was literally an angel. So beautiful & what a voice. ABBA & Andy were magical as well. I wish they still did stuff like this. This was a real treat. Olivia will always be a part of my youth. I'm gonna be sad for a few days.

    • @5kristy71
      @5kristy71 Рік тому +6

      Me too

    • @cdemots123
      @cdemots123 Рік тому

      Me three 🥲

    • @buffalosowljah373
      @buffalosowljah373 Рік тому +6

      You just don't make them what they used to be.. oh Olivia gonna miss her muchness.RIP.. not sure if this was down in the UK but a good line up on this rare show

    • @thewayidoit8895
      @thewayidoit8895 Рік тому +6

      I always say "Everyone loves ❤️ Sandy"

    • @Manushan_Melvin
      @Manushan_Melvin Рік тому +2

      True

  • @djskloss2213
    @djskloss2213 Рік тому +38

    Olivia had the voice and face of an angel.

  • @gsacni
    @gsacni 7 місяців тому +47

    How on earth could I discover this video only now.... 12 years after you posted it!!
    It took my breath away. The raw stereo audio is out of this world!!
    Thank you so much for sharing this with us. Please never ever take this video down! 😊

  • @TruthSeeker951
    @TruthSeeker951 Рік тому +560

    The majority of the vocal artists today don't hold a candle to the natural talent of ABBA, Olivia and Andy Gibb!

    • @TheWorldTeacher
      @TheWorldTeacher Рік тому +4

      AGREED!
      Incidentally, what is this "TRUTH" that you seek?

    • @davidadams2395
      @davidadams2395 Рік тому +5

      One could say that even then, but there are incredible vocalists today. Only time will tell of their legacies.

    • @TruthSeeker951
      @TruthSeeker951 Рік тому +3

      @@TheWorldTeacher I seek the Truth of the Word of God

    • @TheWorldTeacher
      @TheWorldTeacher Рік тому +1

      @@TruthSeeker951, there’s only one TINY little problem with what you wrote above, Sir.☝️
      There has never been, nor will there ever be, even the SLIGHTEST shred of evidence for the existence of the Godhead, that is, a Supreme Person, or Deity.‬🤓
      It is high time for humanity to awaken from all INANE superstitions such as the belief in a Personal God Who created the Universe, would you not agree, Slave? 😩

    • @TruthSeeker951
      @TruthSeeker951 Рік тому +3

      @@TheWorldTeacher I do not agree. There’s evidence everywhere showing the existence of God the Creator.

  • @hateymanistudios
    @hateymanistudios 2 роки тому +761

    Real instruments
    Real backing vocals
    Real players
    And… real singers!!

    • @equisefeeme6987
      @equisefeeme6987 2 роки тому +22

      PRE AUTO-TUNE ERA.

    • @josemiloatis3714
      @josemiloatis3714 2 роки тому +14

      And No Auto Tuned

    • @craigstjohn4470
      @craigstjohn4470 2 роки тому +7

      but on american bandstand,they tricked the people. The groups played with prerecorded, music machine! lot of them was not playing live!! 😔😠🎸🥁🪘

    • @alvaroq2024
      @alvaroq2024 2 роки тому +4

      @@craigstjohn4470 Correct! And we all fell for it, but now we know better. It seemed genuine at the time IMO.

    • @williamedwards1528
      @williamedwards1528 2 роки тому +7

      @@craigstjohn4470 Then, as now, no one cared

  • @louisedemarillac777
    @louisedemarillac777 Рік тому +34

    Dancing Queen is such a brilliant song... still gives goosebumps

  • @kanoehartobey3156
    @kanoehartobey3156 Рік тому +22

    Played ABBA'S Dancing Queen at my wedding in 1977 of April. RIP Olivia and Andy two beautiful souls who are sorely missed 😢 💔

  • @thomasmagnum3588
    @thomasmagnum3588 Рік тому +154

    Unbelievable! I love this. I am 62 years old. How did I miss this special on original airing ????? Thank you for sharing

    • @roxyloveslucy
      @roxyloveslucy Рік тому +7

      I bet we saw it. There were a very limited amount of channels back then. I would NOT have missed this. No way.

    • @DrummerAar0n
      @DrummerAar0n Рік тому +13

      More than likely an Australian TV show, Olivia and Andy Gibb's homeland, that ABBA just happened to be touring at the time.

    • @danrdc13
      @danrdc13 Рік тому +7

      @@DrummerAar0n Actually, it was an American ABC TV special which aired in 1978. You can watch it here: ua-cam.com/video/W008thq7cFg/v-deo.html

    • @havensmm9308
      @havensmm9308 20 днів тому +1

      @@DrummerAar0n It was Olivia’s second US prime time TV special. She invited both Andy Gibb and ABBA. It was ABBA’s first US prime time appearance in May 1978.

  • @georgecaplan11
    @georgecaplan11 Рік тому +551

    This concert is insane. The supergroup no one knew existed. No lip syncing here. It’s 1978 and still holds up in 2022 without being dated at all. Way better than any modern singers. Why is this not on dvd.

    • @kerrib1474
      @kerrib1474 Рік тому +27

      Imagine that.. no lip syncing, not worrying more about dancing than singing , and not worrying about back up singers, love Andy’s outfit!

    • @judem1359
      @judem1359 Рік тому +20

      Absolutely fantastic 😁 all of them singing together, hearing their individual voices and then ‘Dancing Queen’- love it!💖

    • @athar786100
      @athar786100 Рік тому +20

      ABBA and Olivia together. Add in Elvis and Whitney and u have ABSOLUTE PERFECTION for me.

    • @BlackRain_
      @BlackRain_ Рік тому +3

      @@athar786100 Do you mean junkie "one song" whitney?

    • @ninamartinez5171
      @ninamartinez5171 Рік тому +4

      Certainly didn't have the technology that's being used today. God bless America.

  • @gregwilliams3120
    @gregwilliams3120 Рік тому +69

    a special moment in time. All at the top of their game. Singing their hits. The passing of time can just break your heart.

    • @stephaniescanlan2807
      @stephaniescanlan2807 9 місяців тому +6

      Yes, I agree with you completely!
      A moment in time.
      We can only live moment by moment after all. But our memories are golden.

    • @LostinMIA
      @LostinMIA 5 місяців тому +3

      So true!

  • @bman68au
    @bman68au 10 місяців тому +51

    Pure analogue (master) audio. Great mix. No digital magic. No sidechains. No IEMs. No click/guide track.
    Aside from the giftedness of Olivia, Andy, and ABBA, major kudos to the audio engineer, mixer, and music director.

    • @JesperD87
      @JesperD87 10 місяців тому +7

      I agree, what a stunning performance and great high quality stereo mix! Wonderful orchestra and backup singers as well.

  • @christinewilkinson2424
    @christinewilkinson2424 Рік тому +821

    Three naturally beautiful women, no sexualised dancing, they're not half naked, no auto tuning, just incredible talent and singing with genuine emotion.

    • @jeffduncan9140
      @jeffduncan9140 Рік тому +39

      Right on! And they made it look effortless. I still love listening to all of them.

    • @kathrynlayfield9599
      @kathrynlayfield9599 Рік тому +41

      YES 100 PER CENT TALENT! THESE BEAUTIFUL WOMEN DIDN'T NEED TO SHOW THEIR PRIVATES TO BE SEXY! JUST LOVELY TALENTED SINGERS!

    • @joegoodman9232
      @joegoodman9232 Рік тому +26

      @@kathrynlayfield9599 Amen to that true Statement!! Those 3 Lovely talented Ladies were pure professional genius and a real joy to watch. Timeless great Musica forever. 👍💖🎶
      Also,, I'm so thrilled that the younger generations are jumpin' on the ABBA Love train for that feel good Musica.
      Olivia was a talented Beauty inside and out.. She will never be forgotten. R.I.P. 💖

    • @bentrip
      @bentrip Рік тому +12

      Era de ouro...quando a música era uma arte baseado no talento natural destas incríveis mulheres

    • @useyournoodle100
      @useyournoodle100 Рік тому +7

      It is all relative to the time you come from. People from the early 1900 would have found them indecent and underdressed. Imagine wearing a dress without a corset and wearing pants while swaying and singing on a stage, they would have thought of these women as prostitutes.

  • @josephsmith5410
    @josephsmith5410 Рік тому +157

    This section alone should have gotten this special an Emmy nomination. Live perfection from beginning to end. The 20 minutes flew by.

    • @754759119
      @754759119 Рік тому +1

      ua-cam.com/video/TDte5ImoOg4/v-deo.html it runned 3 times, this complete version actually has higher definition.

    • @popcult
      @popcult Рік тому +4

      Absolutely agree with you. But ABBA never had “ street credit in America because the so called musical journalist just could t get their head around the enormous commercial success and artistic appeal of these four humble Swedes.
      Even last year when they were nominated for their first Grammy after their release of their fantastic come back album Voyage after a 40 year hiatus -which itself is a historical feat- and bears the same name as their ground breaking ABBATar show - the New York Times critic called their music “ thin, thiin, thiin..
      Which explains a lot about our musical tastes and standards.

  • @buster3577
    @buster3577 Рік тому +9

    In the days when you had to have genuine talent and a real love of your craft to succeed. If you were old enough to witness and appreciate these greats at that time - you were blessed.

    • @buster3577
      @buster3577 Рік тому

      Andy bursting into ‘Shadow Dancing’. Absolutely sublime.

  • @user-yp4ys7dq1d
    @user-yp4ys7dq1d 5 місяців тому +24

    Время настоящих голосов, настоящей красоты, настоящих глаз, носов, скул и т.д. Настоящие женщины и мужчины исполняют настоящую музыку.

  • @alexcarratu5554
    @alexcarratu5554 Рік тому +253

    One of the greatest music specials in music history. So much talent here. RIP, Olivia. Say hello to Andy, Maurice and Robin for us please. Thank you for your musical uniqueness Miss Newton-John.

    • @diegofernandez2618
      @diegofernandez2618 Рік тому +5

      Not one of the greatest.. this is the greatest one!

    • @alexcarratu5554
      @alexcarratu5554 Рік тому +5

      @@diegofernandez2618 so much talent on display here.

  • @conservativemike3768
    @conservativemike3768 Рік тому +163

    Holy Cow! I had no idea this magnificent session even existed. It’s incredible.

    • @lindaopthof9504
      @lindaopthof9504 Рік тому +1

      The 4th Beegee

    • @dahawk8574
      @dahawk8574 Рік тому

      @@lindaopthof9504
      3.5
      Andy was small.

    • @wifredjau9334
      @wifredjau9334 Рік тому

      I real fall in love with their song n presentation.love to hear this voice.

    • @Sconzette
      @Sconzette 29 днів тому

      I was a teenager here, how did I miss this on television?

  • @mizzmead8077
    @mizzmead8077 Рік тому +13

    2023 I keep coming back for more and more. and when Andy kicks in just melts my heart. R.I.P.

  • @carolsmart238
    @carolsmart238 Рік тому +17

    Olivia was & is a true Angel! Beautiful heart & beautiful voice! Love Abba too! And Andy left way too soon! Miss & love you, Andy!🙏🏼💕🤗

  • @lindah1755
    @lindah1755 Рік тому +172

    Live! No autotune, filters, no crap! Beautiful, irreplaceable music that will never come back 😪

  • @ratzepfatze
    @ratzepfatze Рік тому +555

    What a great moment in music history. Having ABBA, Olivia and Andy together with a great orchestra as a background chorus for each other. Incredible.

  • @user-ks6fl9eu2m
    @user-ks6fl9eu2m 6 місяців тому +8

    quite a combination that is hard to beat. RIP Andy and Olivia. ABBA thanks for all the music!!!!!

  • @LoveABun
    @LoveABun Рік тому +22

    “Hopelessly Devoted to You”… sung with ABSOLUTE PERFECTION. My favorite song of hers.

  • @Kraftymark
    @Kraftymark 3 роки тому +180

    Olivia's voice is absolutely outstanding... no autotune, just god given talent and beauty...

    • @Braven9975
      @Braven9975 2 роки тому +5

      Her voice on a record is the same as her live voice, which is truly remarkable and very hard to do, what a talent!!!

  • @lilac408
    @lilac408 Рік тому +183

    I'm crying for Olivia. These people are true and genuine artist and people. No special effects, just pure talent.

  • @petraberger3894
    @petraberger3894 Рік тому +31

    Andy Gibb and Olivia WOW unbelievable good live singers

    • @havensmm9308
      @havensmm9308 Рік тому

      Olivia is amazing live. If you haven't already, check out her 1982 concert, complete and synchronized version.😀

  • @vikimseruh4500
    @vikimseruh4500 Рік тому +6

    Wow! Just came across this and thanks for bringing this 60 year old woman back to a age when life was so simple and music was pure talent.

  • @bufordt.justice1539
    @bufordt.justice1539 2 роки тому +631

    As a former singer and performer, I have such deep respect and love for each of these singers. They were stunning and perfect!! It wasn’t just incredible voice and talent… it was how they could invoke the very best within our hearts and minds, without vulgar language, without hate and disrespect, without the need for “shock and awe”, and bring us together with deep resonating fun and unity. This was an era when musicians were truly larger than life because they earned it, pushed the very limits of what true talent can accomplish and create REAL stage magic. How I miss those days…

    • @vickic6037
      @vickic6037 2 роки тому +13

      Absolutely

    • @sharonbrister4044
      @sharonbrister4044 2 роки тому +15

      Agnetha and Frida seem exceptionally happy in this performance. I have seen some where they sing great but seem sad

    • @rakshitapadmajitweerakkody8350
      @rakshitapadmajitweerakkody8350 2 роки тому +15

      I tried for so long to figure out how it all changed but I couldn't. I hardly listen to what passes as music today.

    • @jorgevillavicencio427
      @jorgevillavicencio427 2 роки тому +13

      @ Buford T. Justice you are so very right! These people were and are true musicians who composed and interpreted some of the most beautiful music ever produced. There are some amazing new musicians nowadays, but they're obscure by the flashy garbage that the industry promotes for the sake of the mighty dollar. I'm a singer also, now in my 60's. I occasionally join in some local bands, but it was never my intention to be a headliner. I sing for me because I like it, just as I cook for me and friends. My professional career is far away from my art and culinary skills. It may sound selfish, but that's the way it is.
      Thank you for such a thoughtful and heartfelt statement.

    • @TheBLACKboard65
      @TheBLACKboard65 2 роки тому +7

      BUFORD - I was just thinking that this morning!! I'm so glad I was born and matured before 2000.

  • @lauraturner9281
    @lauraturner9281 3 роки тому +825

    This is a time when musicians could ACTUALLY sing. Beautiful ❤️

    • @lorenavargas4970
      @lorenavargas4970 3 роки тому +5

      E

    • @johannafriedt6362
      @johannafriedt6362 3 роки тому +27

      So very true and the music was something people could understand

    • @werstillnotfreedamit8701
      @werstillnotfreedamit8701 3 роки тому +2

      @@lorenavargas4970 couldnot like dudNOT gethe E, ¿?

    • @vlucidity
      @vlucidity 3 роки тому +22

      I'm very old this was my music back then..but there are some very good singers now... its important not to miss the past or the moments we are in now. But yes awesome 👌

    • @osumbuckeyenut
      @osumbuckeyenut 3 роки тому +9

      HEY!!!! There are still...a few...um, yeah...yeah, you're right, lol

  • @BadApple98
    @BadApple98 Місяць тому +4

    Olivia is Singing for THE LORD in HEAVEN . BEAUTIFUL voice .

  • @randycoger2525
    @randycoger2525 5 місяців тому +7

    I have forgotten what a great voice Olivia had. MISS YOU BABE.

  • @mediascribble
    @mediascribble Рік тому +454

    this is totally incredible. You can actually hear them singing the songs individually. AND all these terrific voices in one place. Perfect.

  • @marishasteen
    @marishasteen Рік тому +300

    Olivia is so pure she breaks my heart. Abba and Andy Gibb - such stars. I freakin love this recording. Timeless music

    • @werstillnotfreedamit8701
      @werstillnotfreedamit8701 10 місяців тому

      yeah PBU her how her lifended and she bcame veg.. Luvd her in Xanadu ~ its how i remember her.. Not in Greece..

  • @cristinacardenas131
    @cristinacardenas131 8 місяців тому +9

    OMG, this is the best of all of them I've ever seen, and I don't recall ever seeing this on TV! I'm overjoyed at having been able to see and hear such amazing, talented and beautiful vocalist which I grew up listening to and LOVE EVERY SINGLE ONE OF THEM❣️🙆🏻MUSIC IS MY PASSION ❣️They are alive in my heart and mind forever: ANDY GIBB AND OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN, oh how I miss you so❣️ Rest In Peace My Love❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🎙️👱🏻‍♀️

  • @user-bc1vj7yg1h
    @user-bc1vj7yg1h Рік тому +7

    I miss them all so much. I am so sad since I can not see Olivia no more. I wish that all members of ABBA are singing together once more.

  • @mattpsomadakis8159
    @mattpsomadakis8159 2 роки тому +576

    This is, quite possibly, the greatest 20 minutes in pop music history!

    • @kevinmoore8049
      @kevinmoore8049 2 роки тому +20

      OMG! Holy shit! I read your comment 20 minutes ago, but as the video progressed, the hair on my arms started rising and rising. By the end, I was thinking, "OMG, this is greatest 20 minutes of music I have ever heard . . . " Then I realized that those were your words . . . . You are so right!

    • @aleochi1990
      @aleochi1990 2 роки тому +15

      I'm addicted to this video. Every now and then I come here again to listen and see amazing artists.

    • @hugoagogo69
      @hugoagogo69 2 роки тому +7

      I cannot agree more

    • @daltonrosado7772
      @daltonrosado7772 Рік тому +2

      @@kevinmoore8049 pp

    • @suziecue3027
      @suziecue3027 Рік тому +3

      So true 🙂

  • @JulioNoriega
    @JulioNoriega Рік тому +99

    This 20 mins are way better than the last 15 super bowl's half time show

  • @aprilking4058
    @aprilking4058 Рік тому +9

    What a class act we miss you Olivia and Andy RIP

  • @emilychristoff9404
    @emilychristoff9404 Рік тому +30

    ABBA just fit and supported Olivia so perfectly effortlessly as did when they sang their fabulous Hits. I loved post, when I hear ABBA I feel a better mood coming through they are so Magical to begin with, my favorite song is “I Have a Dream”… I would almost consider it Anthem of a Generation of Hope…

  • @tthet6596
    @tthet6596 3 роки тому +819

    Imagine having ABBA as your backing vocals!

    • @vengaboydk
      @vengaboydk 3 роки тому +62

      And a Gee

    • @clarrisabailey1666
      @clarrisabailey1666 3 роки тому +23

      It would be absolutely fantastic wouldn't it! 👍😉

    • @clarrisabailey1666
      @clarrisabailey1666 3 роки тому +34

      And if you had a voice like Olivia Newton John that would be simply the best😉💖

    • @Gunnerb52
      @Gunnerb52 2 роки тому +19

      I would think it would be intimidating to have each of them as backup singers for the others.

    • @paulmor2023
      @paulmor2023 2 роки тому +10

      If you got your own TV show or specials, you might have been able to pull it off! :)

  • @phoenixrising2268
    @phoenixrising2268 2 роки тому +69

    The 70's and 80's were freaking ICONIC. Here's a taste why. So glad I LIVED it.

    • @nadeydaquiroz4051
      @nadeydaquiroz4051 2 роки тому

      👏👏👏💖👏💖💖💖💖🌟🌟⚡✨💥🌠

    • @randyscott2256
      @randyscott2256 2 роки тому +2

      Me too friend!!! Early 20's during this era!!! Still miss it!

    • @MsCheresse
      @MsCheresse Рік тому +1

      Same :)

    • @lynetteaspinall2418
      @lynetteaspinall2418 Рік тому +2

      Me to. It was wonderful

    • @nadeydaquiroz4051
      @nadeydaquiroz4051 Місяць тому

      Estas dos épocas siempre serán las más sensacionales e incomparables en música.

  • @Suefromengland
    @Suefromengland 7 місяців тому +8

    This is when people SANG! Amazing voices, true showmanship! Not a curse word in sight. How I miss those day! Truly wonderful!!😊😊😊

  • @nafer7239
    @nafer7239 10 місяців тому +12

    Missing these great artists/performers...Natural talent.

  • @kevin6667
    @kevin6667 2 роки тому +219

    Priceless history and musical time capsule capturing six of the biggest names in 70s pop at the absolute right time- with a brilliant arrangement and full orchestral accompaniment LIVE and not mimed. Pure gold.

  • @frankabler
    @frankabler Рік тому +330

    This is amazing! We will never see this much talent on a stage again. Olivia was at the top of her game in 1978. To hear Olivia, Agnetha, & Frida singing together is a once in a lifetime experience that cannot be beaten. Great stereo sound recording here.

  • @pjones6749
    @pjones6749 8 місяців тому +193

    No devil horns, sex toys, grotesque twerking or auto tune. Just talented voices and instruments. ❤

    • @darylhudson777
      @darylhudson777 7 місяців тому +9

      Oh how you don't know how disgusted I am of this filth. F word has become as common as hello was and I hear it EVERYWHERE. I am glad there are still multitudes of us standing together. Though we may be far apart we are always near in heart ❤️.

    • @robertspray7472
      @robertspray7472 5 місяців тому

      😂

  • @richsellskc
    @richsellskc Рік тому +8

    love the world when it was bright with light like a flying kite......

  • @ceceliagarmer5479
    @ceceliagarmer5479 Рік тому +93

    Rest In Peace, Olivia. Her voice is just pure goodness.

  • @christinawilliams3746
    @christinawilliams3746 4 роки тому +98

    Hearing Andy Gibb harmonize with Abba and Olivia Newton John is so healing and gives me chills

  • @45acp46
    @45acp46 Рік тому +60

    Unbelievable! True singing, no syncing. Olivia is angelic. So glad I heard this on the radio as a kid. Memories!

    • @toby9999
      @toby9999 Рік тому

      I remember seeing this show on TV... maybe it was late 70's

  • @RickDanner
    @RickDanner Рік тому +25

    3 beautiful classy ladies with beautiful voices - wow that last number what a show of talent

  • @bigolhomo
    @bigolhomo 3 роки тому +580

    Olivia's voice is completely flawless here, every note is perfect. And she makes it look so effortless.

    • @virginiaguerramunoz7712
      @virginiaguerramunoz7712 3 роки тому +4

      Hola mamita ya vine a casa de mi trabajo y no pude tv ir a la clase de hoy porque no pude ir a la clase de hoy porquem a ver si musica
      Musicaenltalianono pude bu ir a

    • @TimeIdle
      @TimeIdle 3 роки тому +14

      Hear hear! She is a superb singer!

    • @dj.deb.usa007justiceangels6
      @dj.deb.usa007justiceangels6 3 роки тому +16

      R.I.P. ANDY GIBB

    • @Redtigerlady2
      @Redtigerlady2 3 роки тому +6

      Barry's twin brother!

    • @Miriboheme
      @Miriboheme 3 роки тому +4

      it's really amazing. she's awesome.

  • @cefmalig3436
    @cefmalig3436 3 роки тому +59

    The quality of Olivia Newton John's voice, ladies and gentlemen

  • @Zantsak
    @Zantsak Рік тому +29

    What talent! RIP Andy and Olivia.

  • @FiR-U-Ze
    @FiR-U-Ze 11 місяців тому +9

    Pure beauty and talent Olivia Newton John.

  • @bigkozlov
    @bigkozlov 3 роки тому +560

    Watching this just makes me sad about how everything sucks now

    • @SuperPlacido1
      @SuperPlacido1 3 роки тому +8

      We still have Lady Gaga, Adam Lambert, Adele & P!nk

    • @MrBugman2525
      @MrBugman2525 3 роки тому +22

      Barry gibb is still writing music and producing music

    • @roustabout583
      @roustabout583 3 роки тому +6

      Literally everything

    • @regdunlop5492
      @regdunlop5492 3 роки тому +14

      I need a time machine!

    • @jdjeep46
      @jdjeep46 3 роки тому +4

      True

  • @gretchencline5124
    @gretchencline5124 Рік тому +196

    OMG! This version of “Hopelessly Devoted to You”!!! I honestly don’t think the music industry knew how to categorize Oliva Newton John! She had it all - the twang, and the powerful punch in her voice, and the performance! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

    • @georgiaflame9743
      @georgiaflame9743 Рік тому +3

      slipping and sliding----lew grade special cbs

    • @eddieuchoa9566
      @eddieuchoa9566 Рік тому +2

      I do agree with you. Best regards from Brazil

    • @lilylocking1368
      @lilylocking1368 Рік тому +1

      Hearing these songs brings back my teenage years

    • @felybalolong339
      @felybalolong339 Рік тому +4

      I miss Andy and Olivia, am teary eyed watching them singing now that they are gone .

  • @FernandoelChachi
    @FernandoelChachi Рік тому +12

    ¿Come on, all together?. There was so much energy all around of everyone of them... They changed a generation, millions of people... Just like me. Thanks a lot for this video, incredible.

  • @ThomasDuffMcGready-eo4ze
    @ThomasDuffMcGready-eo4ze Рік тому +33

    What a powerhouse performance.
    As it was intended.
    This is real true talent.

  • @lazlomattachine8334
    @lazlomattachine8334 3 роки тому +746

    ABBA- No auto tuned garbage. Just pro musicians making music live and staying in pitch and time because they had the chops. Even Andy Gibb is kicking it- and ‘Hopelessly Devoted” sounds great. You can understand why these folks are legends-

    • @TheLarryBrown
      @TheLarryBrown 3 роки тому +8

      Funny you should say that. ABBA is probably one of the very first pioneers of the computerized style of production that you are dissing. They used CUBASE and produced with the computer. They used all manner of studio trickery to get that "big" sound.

    • @AutotuneSucksBalls
      @AutotuneSucksBalls 2 роки тому +31

      @@TheLarryBrown "trickery" is one thing and totally faking voice pitch is another. its like comparing Star Wars wirh a sci fi movie in 2020 . Actually no , its even worse ..its like digitally changing bad acting like the movie Birdemic into a Meryl Streep performance

    • @DJAYPAZ
      @DJAYPAZ 2 роки тому +7

      Well said

    • @andrewhowson33
      @andrewhowson33 2 роки тому +6

      @@TheLarryBrown...but still sang properly despite that.

    • @katesatriani
      @katesatriani 2 роки тому +12

      Boy you look at Andy here and he is so close in style to his older brother Barry!

  • @lornalewis6656
    @lornalewis6656 4 роки тому +78

    If you were a teenager in the 70s and 80s you were pretty darn lucky to live in that era. I look back and think of all the great memories. At least that’s how I feel. Wow it was so great!!!!

    • @wzc3403
      @wzc3403 4 роки тому +1

      Yes and Bee Gees.....

    • @TheStoneWhisperer
      @TheStoneWhisperer 4 роки тому +1

      Me too Lorna! I can sincerely say I wore the album Grease down to the vinyl I listened to it so much! God I miss this time. Maybe in our next life that's how it will be, we can only pray it will! 🙏💖

    • @lornalewis6656
      @lornalewis6656 3 роки тому

      @@wzc3403 yes the Bee Gees the high lite of our disco dances. Now Berry the last man standing. I miss these times terribly.

    • @lornalewis6656
      @lornalewis6656 3 роки тому

      @@TheStoneWhisperer I believe it Mishka! When the movie Grease came to theater, it was so cool. I've watched that movie over and over never get sick of it.

    • @divaslive6953
      @divaslive6953 2 роки тому +1

      I agree and im one of those lucky who live in the era of best music that cannot be matched nor equalled by today's music. Period. 💪💪💪💗💚💖

  • @spendlebum5373
    @spendlebum5373 Рік тому +20

    This is probably the best thing on YT that I've found in years. I've now watched it 4 times over and over.
    Olivia Neutron Bomb and Andy Gibb + ABBA, what could be better. Bless AG & ONB rip we love you.

  • @dhingkaygolo9112
    @dhingkaygolo9112 2 місяці тому +5

    70s music is amazing up to now 2024 I'm still listening❤❤❤

  • @michele1491
    @michele1491 Рік тому +79

    Dear Lord, can you imagine if the Beegees had walked onto the stage as well? My mind would have been blown 🤯

    • @zenobiapalmyra5670
      @zenobiapalmyra5670 Рік тому +4

      @Michele Oh dear God, that would've been phenomenal!! I would've given a kidney to beat this show alone..! RIP to our dearest, beautiful Olivia 💔 hope Andy's there to greet her. 💔

    • @DebbieFan70
      @DebbieFan70 Рік тому +9

      And...Donna Summer!

    • @JAway-ls5oe
      @JAway-ls5oe Рік тому +4

      I mean one did.

    • @Fireguytrys
      @Fireguytrys Рік тому +1

      Would have been the cherry on the cake x

    • @americanwoman445
      @americanwoman445 Рік тому

      Thinking the same ..

  • @m.t.6969
    @m.t.6969 2 роки тому +171

    They way that Olivia joins with Abba in "Fernando," during the chorus, is absolutely beautiful.

    • @JoshBombFiberArts
      @JoshBombFiberArts Рік тому +12

      and LOUD lol

    • @ttintagel
      @ttintagel Рік тому +7

      I didn't know the song needed that top harmony line until I heard it!

  • @anthonydiaz9756
    @anthonydiaz9756 Рік тому +6

    May 6 2023... and im going so way back and just admiring such beautiful and talented people with music that lightened our spirits and put a joy in our souls... Thanks for the memories and for those who passed on... May you rest and peace and thank you all for your beautiful inspiration ...

  • @rustymackemingrancanaria6360
    @rustymackemingrancanaria6360 Рік тому +42

    No auto tune just all pure live vocals .real talent.

  • @fillipper
    @fillipper 2 роки тому +104

    Wow the 70s were so great. I remember watching the original ABC Special. This generation have no idea what they missed. Life was not perfect but 100 % better back then today's times.

    • @spaniardsrmoors6817
      @spaniardsrmoors6817 2 роки тому +1

      Yep, all white.

    • @brianminter2472
      @brianminter2472 2 роки тому +4

      Yeah Flipper,
      You are so right. Today all we get is shit served up as so called music. In my humble opinion there is nothing worth anything since the 1970.s
      The few exceptions are beautiful artists like Olivia Newton John who could sing a nightmare away, along with beautiful super stars like ABBA
      I pity today's shit generation because they have no talent, and nothing to offer this world.
      All I can add, is rest in peace Planet Earth.................

    • @GeeBee909
      @GeeBee909 2 роки тому

      @@spaniardsrmoors6817 Hey, racist fool didn't you notice the background singers? They're all black.

    • @GoCruit
      @GoCruit Рік тому +1

      Absolutely! Crying for those days.

    • @GoCruit
      @GoCruit Рік тому

      @@spaniardsrmoors6817
      You are an ignorant a..hole. You bring race into everything. 70's & 80's was a time of great music. Michael Jackson, Prince, Teddy Pendergrass, Gloria Estefan, Mariah Carey,and perhaps the best voice of all that will never grace us again, Whitney Houston.
      Music unites, not divides.

  • @justinellison4214
    @justinellison4214 Рік тому +136

    Can you imagine preforming all this live on the spot to tape! Flawlesly salute!

  • @elainetoh2505
    @elainetoh2505 Рік тому +15

    Wow! Like many of you I also grew up on these tunes & this is the first time I've seen all 3 together ❤ I turn 60 this year - thank you for my birthday 🎁 ❤❤❤

  • @lisadouglas9383
    @lisadouglas9383 3 місяці тому +8

    Olivia,ABBA,Andy are the best there ever will be .so clear wonderful voices

  • @clydegriffin2306
    @clydegriffin2306 7 років тому +676

    Olivia's pitch is perfect. No lip-sync. No auto-tune. And beautiful to boot!

    • @hfortenberry
      @hfortenberry 4 роки тому +23

      And a sweetheart!

    • @Terramorfios
      @Terramorfios 4 роки тому +1

      Жаль, у неё больные глаза. Неполадки с глазными впадинами.

    • @mikenealon4042
      @mikenealon4042 3 роки тому +10

      angelic

    • @grantbennett333
      @grantbennett333 3 роки тому +1

      Oliva Newton. AutoTune John

    • @divaslive6953
      @divaslive6953 2 роки тому +6

      And ABBA as well, don't forget that... they complement each other very well... they blended harmoniously.... and Andy as well. 💗💚💖👌👍

  • @rickd650
    @rickd650 3 роки тому +206

    Olivia and ABBA on the same stage I couldn't stop grinning like an idiot....

    • @Parismiami2012
      @Parismiami2012 2 роки тому +8

      Me too!

    • @lihsilva3436
      @lihsilva3436 2 роки тому +3

      Me too

    • @mihaelastoica1072
      @mihaelastoica1072 2 роки тому +2

      Me too !

    • @Braven9975
      @Braven9975 2 роки тому +1

      If you're grinning like an idiot while watching this, then let me join you! I don't mind at all!

    • @dawnb1668
      @dawnb1668 2 роки тому +3

      Grinning as I comment! I listened to them as a kid and such fond memories!

  • @carolyngarza5272
    @carolyngarza5272 11 місяців тому +62

    No auto tune!
    Love all of them, and I remember watching this show.
    RIP Andy and Olivia 💞

  • @christinejackson288
    @christinejackson288 Рік тому +3

    Tuning in during Christmas Eve 2022.
    Best of 2023 to all who cared to read XOXO

  • @hchemas1
    @hchemas1 3 роки тому +121

    When music was music, not the garbage we have today.

  • @davidr4523
    @davidr4523 2 роки тому +197

    Oliva Newton-John does not move on stage like a Beyonce, but her facial expressions especially her smile and her swaying with the melody is absolutely fantastic. This actually was a very big show since you had three of the biggest acts of the 1970's on the stage at the same time. The live unedited clips in the beginning and end were very interesting.

    • @paulbradley705
      @paulbradley705 2 роки тому +32

      dancers dance because the song and voice isn't good enough to entertain us and they have no charisma .

    • @chuckschillingvideos
      @chuckschillingvideos Рік тому

      Beyonce dances because she can't sing. It really is as simple as that.

    • @rwegistro
      @rwegistro Рік тому +6

      It is like Adele! 😍

    • @vincentruvo6988
      @vincentruvo6988 Рік тому +7

      Olivia. A voice like buttah and her hair is so purty!

    • @WMeier-kd8hz
      @WMeier-kd8hz Рік тому +10

      Olivia is just beautiful

  • @naokoasami2026
    @naokoasami2026 Рік тому +13

    This is absolutely gorgeous 🎉❤ thank you. I MISS this age

  • @nmarcel
    @nmarcel Рік тому +27

    Historic. All such talent, music and good vibes. Best TV show ever!

  • @andresarrietac6767
    @andresarrietac6767 3 роки тому +531

    0:33 If you love me let me know - Olivia Newton-John
    3:16 Dancing Queen - Abba
    4:51 Fernando - Abba
    6:14 I just want to be your everything - Andy
    7:13 have you never been mellow
    8:46 Please, Mr., please
    9:18 Take A chance on me
    11:25 Love Is Thicker Than Water
    12:09 Shadow Dancing
    14:35 Hopelessly devoted to you
    17:30 If you love me let me know
    18:19 Thank you for the music

  • @marksapp86
    @marksapp86 Рік тому +36

    I'm 50 yrs old and I still get butterflies when I see Olivia sing. Truly beautiful. RIP BEAUTIFUL.

    • @Mitubo2002
      @Mitubo2002 8 місяців тому

      I'm 78 and I feel the same!

  • @kathrynwright2075
    @kathrynwright2075 Рік тому +29

    So great to see and hear a real live performance… No auto-tune! No backing tracks! Looking forward to when music comes full circle and we come back to these types of performances. Not only were the singers doing an amazing job, the orchestra were also great - and recreating live a sound on par with the recorded versions. Great work everyone…. (I believe our current performing arts community still have the capacity to create a live performance like this - we, the audience need to ask for it!)

  • @safirarebeca7128
    @safirarebeca7128 11 місяців тому +102

    Sem autotune, sem playback e sem nada superficial. Esses sim eram verdadeiros artistas. RIP Andy Gibb, RIP Olivia Newton John duas lendas insubstituíveis e viva a banda Abba! São músicas que nunca vou cansar de ver e ouvir!

    • @mikem9536
      @mikem9536 11 місяців тому +7

      These guys were all the real deal.

    • @EricLovesthe80s
      @EricLovesthe80s 8 місяців тому +2

      clean your ears there is no autotune

    • @CanaldosMatiolas
      @CanaldosMatiolas 7 місяців тому +4

      But she talks !! NO AUTOTUNE. Please, change your traslator. @@EricLovesthe80s