Every guy in America had a crush on Linda Ronstadt . Men Women we all loved her and it only grew as she continued her career. She sang everything. A true vocal artist.
Linda's dad was German-Mexican and her mother was German-English. She grew up in Arizona near the Mexican border. Her Mexican Grandfather was a big influence on her and she grew up singing the Mexican songs he taught her. Her whole family was into music and her dad was actually a big band (swing) leader at one time. Linda is an amazing talent and a master of many musical styles including Rock, Country, Broadway and show tunes, Mexican Folk, Big Band, as well as soft easy listening torch songs. You should check out the albums she did with the Newson Riddle Orchestra. She was the highest paid woman in music at one time and was the most successful Female artist in the 1970's.
“AZ near the southern border” Yes, indeed in my hometown of Tucson, where she still resides. (I’ve always been proud of that fact.) Two years ago, Tucson Symphony Hall was renamed The Linda Ronstadt Concert Hall….. a fitting tribute to this amazingly talented musician and gem of humankind.
Yes! And the best version is the live Midnight Special performance. Linda is one of those rare performers whose live performances were frequently better than the studio recording.
Linda Rondstat one of the best voices of ALL TIME!! Check out Linda and Aaron Neville duet...I Don't Know Much!! Watch the video from the CMA awards years ago!!! OUTSTANDING ❤🎉
@@mariebishop7357 did you know that she & Aaron were an "item'' at the time??? That explains why it is so good - they really did love each other at that time!!!
She has three Latin albums, two rancheros and one Latin salsa the name of the salsa album is Frenesí. Which is on UA-cam live version on the Jay Leno show.
The birth of the Eagles came from playing back-up for Linda Ronstadt in 1971 before both acts became hit machines with platinum records and sold-out concerts.
Saw her and her back up band which later became the Eagles in 71/72. They were the opening act for the main event, Van Morrison. Will never forget that concert. Pure gold!
@ConspiracySmurf They have been doing it since they were 14, about 12 yrs ago Several Ronstadt tracks. They must have about 150 covers. The dudes can flat out play and sing, too. Another.ua-cam.com/video/P-EpGKXmoe4/v-deo.htmlsi=g2DiCHVTLTtctE9b
@ConspiracySmurf I've got another rabbit hole for u to go down. Elia Wood. (may need to add drummer to miss the actor) Was Twain's drummer 2015-2022. Has about 20 drum cam videos that are linked to the live 21-22 LV residency shows. One of the GOAT power pocket drummers to sit behind a kit. From a music family and the playing arrangements show. All 4/4 Mutt Lange stuff, but the fills are crazy. The cymbals, the drumming patterns. It's mind boggling. Enjoy. Here is one ua-cam.com/video/IBsoJqN90p8/v-deo.htmlsi=yVXvNWbJctK1IIZj
If you loved this one, you absolutely have to react to her rendition of "Desperado". The Eagles wrote and released it, but (as the story goes) after Glenn Frey heard her do the song he allegedly told her the song was hers from then on. Not sure if that's true, but once you hear her version of it you have to believe there could be some truth in it! Go immediately to "Desperado"!
Linda sang everything under the sun. She rocked out(Tumbling Dice), Mexican ballads and Mariachi (Lo Siento Mi Vida, L Charreda), old school country (The Sweetest Gift with Dolly and Emmylou), American Standards (What's New with Nelson Riddle), Light Opera (Pirates of Penzance on Broadway), Motown, lots of Buddy Holly and Roy Orbison, and even Gospel (Mighty Rivers of Babylon). She was the best selling female artist of the 70s, which was something ehen you consider all the women of the era.
What's kinda funny is Linda must've felt the need to kinda jump on the "Jesus people" bandwagon in the 60's when she recorded a song called "We Need a Whole Lot More of Jesus, and a Lot Less Rock and Roll" on one of her first couple solo albums. She'd probably cringe on that song since she's not much of a religious/gospel singer. Probably included it because of the Jesus Movement in the hippie era.
My adoring icon of the mid to late 70's, I saw her every time she toured through Cincinnati. One time I didn't have anyone to go see her with, so I got front row seats and went by myself, wasn't going to miss it!
She was always one of the best at starting soft, growing into a full belt, and then dialing it back again seamlessly. She was also the best at conveying emotion; making you feel the song.
Yes that catapulted her into going solo. Mike Nesmith must've made a fortune on that song because it was a huge hit. Did you see her perform it at Hugh Hefner's mansion? Check UA-cam, it may be on there.
That is the very first song I heard her sing in the early 70's and wanted to know more about her. What befuddled me most is of all the concerts I went to (and it was many in the 70's), she would never ever sing this torch song. I could never figure out why she wouldn't. I had so looked forward to hearing it live, but each time she just didn't choose it. Must be some reason for that because it's such a beautiful torch song of lost love and her vocals and heartache in it just sends you to tears.
In the 70's we had Linda Ronstadt and Olivia Newton John. Great voices and easy on the eyes. Today's ears call this country, but we called it soft rock and was considered part of Rock. These type of songs were common and just pure talent. Great Reaction.
Dude. She's in her mid 70s and I'm still in love with her. Yes, she is half Mexican half German. She grew up in Arizona right near the border. Yes, Spanish album(s) and anything else she ever tried. She can even do opera. I'm not kidding. She didn't write much music but she made those covers her own.
Linda was not inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame until after she could no longer perform due to her medical condition preventing her from controlling her vocals well. Asked what took them so long to induct her, comments were made that she sang in so many different genres that it was difficult to classify her into the rock genre. Glenn Frey of the Eagles was the person introducing her to the ceremonial audience and was asked for which genre should Linda receive the HOF award. His reply was: "ALL OF THEM"!
Yes but she was best known for and did her greatest with the 1970's rock and roll era so that should've been good enough for the R&R HOF. It's my favorite. It just seemed when the 80's rolled around that her popularity started to wane (as far as being that superstar) although she made some great albums then. Mad Love did well but Get Closer, which I thought was wonderful, didn't do too well. I think that's when she began contemplating going somewhere else with her career in music. I wanted to the pop/rock sound to stay.
Linda's voice was extraordinary. The power, octave range, accuracy, clarity and pitch were all world class. Among the best ever. What sets Linda apart from any other female voice I have heard is the exquisite feminine sensitivity and emotional expression she conveys in her songs. Her voice is able to reach into your soul and transport it like few others.
Willie Nelson said of her ~~ ""There are 2 types of people in this world ~ Those that Love Linda Ronstadt & those thathave never heard of her"" Very high praise indeed!!! Loved her since day 1!!
Never met anybody who didn't love Linda Ronstadt. Don't think I want to. Listening to her introduced me to Emmylou Harris so there's that too. Flowers to Smokey. He's one of the best singer songwriters ever.
One in a million voice. I grew up with her In the 70s. Remember the eagles were her back up band before they went out on their own and formed the eagles. She supported them leaving her. Actually encouraged them. And we know tbe rest of that story. Sad that Linda had to retire years ago when she developed Parkinsons Disease . Yes, her father was Mexican heritage. That album is so good. I have no clue on what's she's singing though. She list has a big band album of songs by Anderson Riddle.
I've been a fan of Linda's from her first album, 1960's when she was in the group The Stone Ponys. I was a teen, I'm 68 today. I'm a Southern California native and was able to see Linda MANY times in concerts over the years. Linda, always perfect, always GORGEOUS, her voice NEVER failed her, no matter what genre she sang!!! My ONLY regret was not attending her very first Spanish concert tour!!! I have seen it on UA-cam all these years later, impeccable!!! I am and always will be her FANGIRL for life!!! ✨💖✨ 🇺🇸
You'll never know how many guys in the '70s had that "conversation" with Linda. Of course, she sang "Long Long Time" and "Love Has No Pride" just for me.
Those 2 guys singing with her one is Don Henley and the other is Glen Frye from the Eagles they started as her back up band then with her blessing they went out and for 10 years straight produced hit after hit theres another song by Linda called Mad love I used to listen to when I was young its awesome as well😍🤙
Linda Ronstadt joined with Dolly Parton and Emmylou Harris for an album, maybe more. You won’t regret listening to them. The Sweetest Gift Those Memories Telling Me Lies To Know Him Is to Love Him
Every song she sang was absolutely ennobled by her talent. That sweet woman can do anything. The most talented woman in American music. I saw her singing live in Central Park in the operetta "Pirates of Penzance" beautifully.
Zero Autotune - this was back when singers had actual talent. I mean there is talent and then there is TALENT - Linda is the latter. This is as good as it gets, folks.
Everything she sings is silk. Her version of the Stones Tumbling Dice is really good. You should check out her first hit with The Stone Poneys, Beat of a Different Drum
Her Spanish songs are AWESOME - Her "La Charreada" or ""La Cigarra" will blow you away!!! She is of German/Mexican descent from Tuscon Arizona!! She sings in so many different genres it is hard to place her except to say there is a reason the simply call her ""The Voice"" - every female singer wanted to be her & every guy & some gals had a crush on her!!! She also released an "easy listening" album with famed band leader Nelson Riddle who worked with Sinatra, Martin, Darin & most other crooners of the 50-60-70's This is "Great American Songbook" music!! She also did Broadway & Light Opera!!!! She is "The Voice" can't do better than her!!!
Emmylou Harris had a big influence on Linda so that folk music flavor is what you are hearing! Her voice is so smooth and velvety but clear as a bell at the same time. You need to check out her duet with Aaron Neville called “Don’t Know Much” I think you will love it! Really enjoyed this one! ❤️🔥✌🏻🫶🏻
Most of her songs were cover songs, she was known as the Queen of Remakes. You should check out her version of the Stones "Tumbling Dice." She is my favorite female artist.
It's hard to explain how popular Linda was & still is. It didn't matter what genre of music you listened to, Linda was included in you're music(just like Karen Carpenter). I loved my Country Music(not the stuff they call country today) & Linda, l considered country. Everyone claims her! That's what happens when you have an outstanding voice. YOU MUST LISTEN TO Linda, Dolly Parton & Emmylou Harris sing together. They are angels with amazing harmonies. They did 2 albums, Trio 1 & Trio 2. Not one song on these albums is close to being bad or just a song to fill the album. So it doesn't really matter what you pick, they're all that good. Even if you don't want to do a reaction, do yourself a favor. Listen to every song on both albums! You will think you died & went to Heaven. There's a funny story. Linda was going to sing with Johnny Cash on his show. They said Linda doesn't like to wear underpants. Well, June Carter Cash, Johnnys wife made someone go out & buy her a pair of underwear. June said "if you're gonna sing with Johnny, you're gonna wear underpants!" 😂 l can just see June saying this!
This song is originally recorded by” smokey Robinson and the miracles” but of course Linda!!! could sing any style so that’s what makes her great❤️❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍👍
Her father was Mexican and she grew up in Arizona near the border. She has a lot of family in Mexico. 70 years ago (before Republicans started using immigration for political purposes) the border was a much friendlier place and her parents and siblings traveled back and forth frequently. Her Mariachi music is amazing and well worth a listen. Great reaction. Love your channel 🌺✌️ That guy with the reddish hair and beard singing backup is Andrew Gold. He’s a talented musician and songwriter. One of the songs he wrote is “Thank You For Being a Friend”. I notice you use a version of it on your channel and, of course, it was the theme song for the sitcom “Golden Girls”. 🌸
Linda rules and we love her. Yes, she has the Latino Lifetime Achievement Award, and sings like a bird! Never a bad tune and she brought you the Eagles after a fashion. You need to play this song below, it's a good one Pegasus but not very long! Kid Rock and Hank Williams - F word
She always had the BEST musicians, because she was the top singer of her time. She was the only woman on the music tours. She could and did any genre from light opera to country to Salsa to ballads to hard rock! She dated Presidential candidates and governors, but also shacked up with down and out songwriters (please play WILLIN').
You have to listen to her live version of Desperado and Down So Low it will blow you away. So many to name dig deeper into catalog. Her father was Mexican.
This woman has always been one of my top five idols I’m so thrilled that you have discovered her voice. I grew up with her from the 60s. The saddest thing is that she now has Parkinson’s disease and cannot sing anymore. Probably one of the worst things that could happen to someone that has had such an amazing voice and impact on Music over the years and now that is taken from her that’s really sad. But she has left behind some amazing music and being an old white woman that Grew up with this type of music I am just so happy that y’all have discovered it may God bless you all
Lol, that was cute - "Linda...Linda...wanna get some coffee? She was a great singer- have several of her albums. Thanks for sharing your reactions- I decided i would watch your show in my phone so i can react. 😄
Singing background music was, Andrew Gold, on guitar, a musical artist whose two biggest hits were, " Thank You For Being a Friend", and "Oh What a Lonely Boy", and Kinney Edwards on bass and vocals. Mike Botts on drums; he was a famous session musician and widely known as the drummer for the 70's band, Bread, and on steel guitar, Danny Kortchmar.
Such a beautiful woman, voice, and song. She kills it. My favorite song of hers is a live version of "Long, Long Time." The expression on her face as she sings it will melt your heart.
YES ITS DOPE !!!! "Canciones de Mi Padre" Album by Linda Ronstadt ...Canciones de mi padre is American singer Linda Ronstadt's first album of Mexican traditional Mariachi music.
Linda Ronstadt's cover & John Rivers' 1967 original are both terrific! I've always loved her voice and was saddened to learn that she's having to give up singing for medical reasons. Thanks for playing this & your comments.
That be so, but for the record - “The Tracks of My Tears” was written in 1965 by William “Smokey” Robinson, Jr., Warren Moore and Marv Tarplin, three members of the Miracles. The group recorded it in Studio A of Motown's Hitsville USA facility, with the Miracles' lead singer, Smokey Robinson, as producer.
I was SO jealous of Linda when I was in my teens and twenties. She seemed to have it all. Gorgeous face, good physique, unlimited voice, and she looked beautiful when she was singing (some people do not look attractive while singing!). I do not think I have ever seen you be so mesmerized by a woman before. She had all of America mesmerized too so you are in good company. Great reaction. 😍
Every guy in America had a crush on Linda Ronstadt . Men Women we all loved her and it only grew as she continued her career. She sang everything. A true vocal artist.
And Jerry Brown got to date her for years.....lucky man!
Many of the women, also.
@@beadybaby 😊
This is Linda's business not yours. Who are you anyway?@@beadybaby
@@rubroken she lived in the Governor's House
Linda's dad was German-Mexican and her mother was German-English. She grew up in Arizona near the Mexican border. Her Mexican Grandfather was a big influence on her and she grew up singing the Mexican songs he taught her. Her whole family was into music and her dad was actually a big band (swing) leader at one time. Linda is an amazing talent and a master of many musical styles including Rock, Country, Broadway and show tunes, Mexican Folk, Big Band, as well as soft easy listening torch songs. You should check out the albums she did with the Newson Riddle Orchestra. She was the highest paid woman in music at one time and was the most successful Female artist in the 1970's.
Nelson Riddle said she had a decent enough set of pipes. High praise from a master.
She could sing light opera too!
@@janleonard3101Pirates of Penzance! She was absolutely fearless. She did what she wanted.
HER AND ARRON NEVILLE ARE GREAT TOGETHER..❤
“AZ near the southern border” Yes, indeed in my hometown of Tucson, where she still resides. (I’ve always been proud of that fact.) Two years ago, Tucson Symphony Hall was renamed The Linda Ronstadt Concert Hall….. a fitting tribute to this amazingly talented musician and gem of humankind.
Small fact, Glenn Frey and Don Henley of the Eagles were recruited for her band. Before the Eagles were the Eagles
She actually helped the Eagles get started
i guess i should have looked at your post before i posted mine hehe
New news to me. Thanks for the your knowledge.. knowledge is power.
That's awesome. It makes Linda even more legendary 👏 🙌 than I realized ❤
And Ronstadt pushed them to do their own thing
@@iancremmins4727 whoops 😁
EASILY ONE OF THE BEST VOICES IN THE LAST 100 YEARS ... ANY GENRE !!!
The last 100 years? In the history of singing!
Great voice, one of the best; but I maintain Karen Carpenter was the best ever.
Amen! 💯
@@payntpot7623 Carpenter was great BUT Linda had more range IMHO.
You’re No Good - Linda Ronstadt. Classic
MUST HEAR THIS ONE!
What they said!☝🏻🌸
yes!
Yes! And the best version is the live Midnight Special performance. Linda is one of those rare performers whose live performances were frequently better than the studio recording.
Linda Rondstat one of the best voices of ALL TIME!! Check out Linda and Aaron Neville duet...I Don't Know Much!! Watch the video from the CMA awards years ago!!! OUTSTANDING ❤🎉
Yes yes yes!!
Yes, please react to I Don't know much by Linda and Aaron Neville. You will love it!
@@mariebishop7357 did you know that she & Aaron were an "item'' at the time??? That explains why it is so good - they really did love each other at that time!!!
@@hollypinkley that really does explain a lot. You can see the emotions on their faces!
Aaron is someone to really check out also
Linda is one of the few singers who can do someone else's song as well or better than the original. Emmylou Harris is another.
@msears8576. • I have a special place in my heart for Emmylou Harris!
She also has some fire duets with lead singer Mark Knopler of Dire Straits!
Karen Carpenter.
Looks like the Eagles doing backup vocals
She has three Latin albums, two rancheros and one Latin salsa the name of the salsa album is Frenesí. Which is on UA-cam live version on the Jay Leno show.
@@JamesJohnson-ig6of Emmylou has sung with everybody including Bob Dylan and Joan Baez.
The birth of the Eagles came from playing back-up for Linda Ronstadt in 1971 before both acts became hit machines with platinum records and sold-out concerts.
Saw her and her back up band which later became the Eagles in 71/72. They were the opening act for the main event, Van Morrison. Will never forget that concert. Pure gold!
You must hear The Trio!
Linda, Dolly & Emmylou Harris
The Sweetest Gift
Check out this cover. F&F have some of the finest vocals period. ua-cam.com/video/i8LswT9ZLAs/v-deo.html
OMG OMG OMG YESSSSS!!! The three of them together was great FIND IT!!!!
@ConspiracySmurf They have been doing it since they were 14, about 12 yrs ago
Several Ronstadt tracks. They must have about 150 covers. The dudes can flat out play and sing, too. Another.ua-cam.com/video/P-EpGKXmoe4/v-deo.htmlsi=g2DiCHVTLTtctE9b
@@user-lt8pc1mh8r They did a great job, I love their band name and I left a comment! Thanks for sharing!
@ConspiracySmurf I've got another rabbit hole for u to go down. Elia Wood. (may need to add drummer to miss the actor) Was Twain's drummer 2015-2022. Has about 20 drum cam videos that are linked to the live 21-22 LV residency shows. One of the GOAT power pocket drummers to sit behind a kit. From a music family and the playing arrangements show. All 4/4 Mutt Lange stuff, but the fills are crazy. The cymbals, the drumming patterns. It's mind boggling. Enjoy. Here is one ua-cam.com/video/IBsoJqN90p8/v-deo.htmlsi=yVXvNWbJctK1IIZj
"There are two types of men. Men who have a crush on Linda and men who have never heard of her".. Willie Nelson.
If you loved this one, you absolutely have to react to her rendition of "Desperado". The Eagles wrote and released it, but (as the story goes) after Glenn Frey heard her do the song he allegedly told her the song was hers from then on. Not sure if that's true, but once you hear her version of it you have to believe there could be some truth in it! Go immediately to "Desperado"!
That was my mother's son's dance song at his wedding. Linda Ronstadt kills that song.
You must must listen to one of her live performances of Desperado. Toward the end, she blows it out of the water with her voice!
Linda sang everything under the sun. She rocked out(Tumbling Dice), Mexican ballads and Mariachi (Lo Siento Mi Vida, L Charreda), old school country (The Sweetest Gift with Dolly and Emmylou), American Standards (What's New with Nelson Riddle), Light Opera (Pirates of Penzance on Broadway), Motown, lots of Buddy Holly and Roy Orbison, and even Gospel (Mighty Rivers of Babylon). She was the best selling female artist of the 70s, which was something ehen you consider all the women of the era.
What's kinda funny is Linda must've felt the need to kinda jump on the "Jesus people" bandwagon in the 60's when she recorded a song called "We Need a Whole Lot More of Jesus, and a Lot Less Rock and Roll" on one of her first couple solo albums. She'd probably cringe on that song since she's not much of a religious/gospel singer. Probably included it because of the Jesus Movement in the hippie era.
Can you imagine being 25 yrs old and having Linda at the top of her game and seeing her live??......She stole all of our hearts
My adoring icon of the mid to late 70's, I saw her every time she toured through Cincinnati. One time I didn't have anyone to go see her with, so I got front row seats and went by myself, wasn't going to miss it!
She was always one of the best at starting soft, growing into a full belt, and then dialing it back again seamlessly. She was also the best at conveying emotion; making you feel the song.
Linda is the GOAT can't go wrong with ANY song by Linda.
She's in the Hall of Fame
In the 70's everyone loved Linda. She was fantastic.
Watch Linda and Aaron Neville singing “Don’t know much” live in 1990 at Grammy awards show! It will blow you away and Aaron is amazing too! Gail
A fantastic live performance of Don’t Know Much was done at the Academy Awards.
Another vote for this
I absolutely love Aaron Neville’s work. Always so soulful
The 70's...still the best decade for music. ❤😊
The 70s were fantastic, but the 60s beats everything (my opinion).
@@gaylecole9777 hard to argue, but the 70s for me. coming of age and all.
Beat of a different drum will always be my favorite of Linda’s songs
Yes!
Me also!
Yes that catapulted her into going solo. Mike Nesmith must've made a fortune on that song because it was a huge hit. Did you see her perform it at Hugh Hefner's mansion? Check UA-cam, it may be on there.
Linda’s “Long Long Time” is beautiful, you’ll love it
That is the very first song I heard her sing in the early 70's and wanted to know more about her. What befuddled me most is of all the concerts I went to (and it was many in the 70's), she would never ever sing this torch song. I could never figure out why she wouldn't. I had so looked forward to hearing it live, but each time she just didn't choose it. Must be some reason for that because it's such a beautiful torch song of lost love and her vocals and heartache in it just sends you to tears.
In the 70's we had Linda Ronstadt and Olivia Newton John. Great voices and easy on the eyes. Today's ears call this country, but we called it soft rock and was considered part of Rock. These type of songs were common and just pure talent. Great Reaction.
This was Motown. Not soft rock or country.
Yeah we certainly didn't consider it country back then.
Of course the original was Motown but Linda's version is soft rock.
Please don't put Olivia Newton-John and Linda Ronstadt in the same sentence.
Dude. She's in her mid 70s and I'm still in love with her. Yes, she is half Mexican half German. She grew up in Arizona right near the border. Yes, Spanish album(s) and anything else she ever tried. She can even do opera. I'm not kidding. She didn't write much music but she made those covers her own.
Linda was not inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame until after she could no longer perform due to her medical condition preventing her from controlling her vocals well. Asked what took them so long to induct her, comments were made that she sang in so many different genres that it was difficult to classify her into the rock genre. Glenn Frey of the Eagles was the person introducing her to the ceremonial audience and was asked for which genre should Linda receive the HOF award. His reply was: "ALL OF THEM"!
Wasn't that great to watch!
Yes but she was best known for and did her greatest with the 1970's rock and roll era so that should've been good enough for the R&R HOF. It's my favorite. It just seemed when the 80's rolled around that her popularity started to wane (as far as being that superstar) although she made some great albums then. Mad Love did well but Get Closer, which I thought was wonderful, didn't do too well. I think that's when she began contemplating going somewhere else with her career in music. I wanted to the pop/rock sound to stay.
Linda was the biggest selling female vocalist of the 1970's. Source: Cashbox.
I so remember listening to Linda in the 70's. Love love love❤❤
Linda's voice was extraordinary. The power, octave range, accuracy, clarity and pitch were all world class. Among the best ever. What sets Linda apart from any other female voice I have heard is the exquisite feminine sensitivity and emotional expression she conveys in her songs. Her voice is able to reach into your soul and transport it like few others.
Your heart will explode when you listen to Linda;s song “Long Long Time”.
Willie Nelson said of her ~~ ""There are 2 types of people in this world ~ Those that Love Linda Ronstadt & those thathave never heard of her"" Very high praise indeed!!! Loved her since day 1!!
Poor Poor Pitiful me is a great one! 🎉
Great Warren Zevon tune!
blue bayou shows off her range better.
Never met anybody who didn't love Linda Ronstadt. Don't think I want to. Listening to her introduced me to Emmylou Harris so there's that too.
Flowers to Smokey. He's one of the best singer songwriters ever.
Everybody loves Linda's voice!
Linda's Spanish language material is magic, as is her collaboration with Nelson Riddle for a sophisticated, elegant treatment of the Big Band era.
One in a million voice. I grew up with her In the 70s. Remember the eagles were her back up band before they went out on their own and formed the eagles. She supported them leaving her. Actually encouraged them. And we know tbe rest of that story. Sad that Linda had to retire years ago when she developed Parkinsons Disease . Yes, her father was Mexican heritage. That album is so good. I have no clue on what's she's singing though. She list has a big band album of songs by Anderson Riddle.
Nelson Riddle was the leader of the famous Nelson Riddle Orchestra. They made a couple wonderful albums together but he did not write the songs.
Oh Linda Linda Linda
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
La Cigarra live is fantastic, she holds that note so long!
A 5’2” power-house!! Definitely one of the best female singers ever to hit the stage!
I've been a fan of Linda's from her first album, 1960's when she was in the group The Stone Ponys. I was a teen, I'm 68 today. I'm a Southern California native and was able to see Linda MANY times in concerts over the years. Linda, always perfect, always GORGEOUS, her voice NEVER failed her, no matter what genre she sang!!! My ONLY regret was not attending her very first Spanish concert tour!!! I have seen it on UA-cam all these years later, impeccable!!! I am and always will be her FANGIRL for life!!! ✨💖✨ 🇺🇸
You'll never know how many guys in the '70s had that "conversation" with Linda. Of course, she sang "Long Long Time" and "Love Has No Pride" just for me.
Wonderful reaction! Thank you.
You MUST SEE Smokey and Linda sing this together on the Motown 25th Anniversary.
Those 2 guys singing with her one is Don Henley and the other is Glen Frye from the Eagles they started as her back up band then with her blessing they went out and for 10 years straight produced hit after hit theres another song by Linda called Mad love I used to listen to when I was young its awesome as well😍🤙
Linda Ronstadt joined with Dolly Parton and Emmylou Harris for an album, maybe more. You won’t regret listening to them.
The Sweetest Gift
Those Memories
Telling Me Lies
To Know Him Is to Love Him
That is what we all said back in the day. Linda was every guys crush!!
Ronstadt is virtually the perfect vocalist. Dig in.
Every song she sang was absolutely ennobled by her talent. That sweet woman can do anything. The most talented woman in American music. I saw her singing live in Central Park in the operetta "Pirates of Penzance" beautifully.
You should see the video of Motown 25, where Linda and Smokey sing this song together!
Linda is a great! And her back up singers at that time we're some of the members of the Eagles
La Charreada - Linda Ronstadt and Mariachi Vargas (Live)
I saw her in concert in Detroit . She sings everything and yes she has a Spanish album. As she has a Mexican background .
Zero Autotune - this was back when singers had actual talent. I mean there is talent and then there is TALENT - Linda is the latter. This is as good as it gets, folks.
Always loved "Silver threads & golden needles'"
Everything she sings is silk. Her version of the Stones Tumbling Dice is really good. You should check out her first hit with The Stone Poneys, Beat of a Different Drum
Her Spanish songs are AWESOME - Her "La Charreada" or ""La Cigarra" will blow you away!!! She is of German/Mexican descent from Tuscon Arizona!! She sings in so many different genres it is hard to place her except to say there is a reason the simply call her ""The Voice"" - every female singer wanted to be her & every guy & some gals had a crush on her!!! She also released an "easy listening" album with famed band leader Nelson Riddle who worked with Sinatra, Martin, Darin & most other crooners of the 50-60-70's This is "Great American Songbook" music!! She also did Broadway & Light Opera!!!! She is "The Voice" can't do better than her!!!
Her back up singers on this song are the group we now know as the Eagles. She encouraged them to go out on their own. I too had a huge crush on her.
Emmylou Harris had a big influence on Linda so that folk music flavor is what you are hearing! Her voice is so smooth and velvety but clear as a bell at the same time. You need to check out her duet with Aaron Neville called “Don’t Know Much” I think you will love it! Really enjoyed this one! ❤️🔥✌🏻🫶🏻
Linda was doing folk and country long before she met Emmylou Harris.
Early Linda is the STONE PONIES... you might enjoy hearing the beginning
She has musical connections to the eagles , Jackson Brown , Stone Poneys !! Freaking awesome !
Most of her songs were cover songs, she was known as the Queen of Remakes. You should check out her version of the Stones "Tumbling Dice." She is my favorite female artist.
Linda could sing the phonebook and you would be mesmerized.
One of my favorites. Thanks for the reaction. Yes, she put out a Spanish record. You name it and she's probably done it.
It's hard to explain how popular Linda was & still is. It didn't matter what genre of music you listened to, Linda was included in you're music(just like Karen Carpenter).
I loved my Country Music(not the stuff they call country today) & Linda, l considered country. Everyone claims her! That's what happens when you have an outstanding voice.
YOU MUST LISTEN TO Linda, Dolly Parton & Emmylou Harris sing together. They are angels with amazing harmonies. They did 2 albums, Trio 1 & Trio 2. Not one song on these albums is close to being bad or just a song to fill the album. So it doesn't really matter what you pick, they're all that good.
Even if you don't want to do a reaction, do yourself a favor. Listen to every song on both albums! You will think you died & went to Heaven.
There's a funny story. Linda was going to sing with Johnny Cash on his show. They said Linda doesn't like to wear underpants. Well, June Carter Cash, Johnnys wife made someone go out & buy her a pair of underwear. June said "if you're gonna sing with Johnny, you're gonna wear underpants!" 😂 l can just see June saying this!
This song is originally recorded by” smokey Robinson and the miracles” but of course Linda!!! could sing any style so that’s what makes her great❤️❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍👍
Her father was Mexican and she grew up in Arizona near the border. She has a lot of family in Mexico. 70 years ago (before Republicans started using immigration for political purposes) the border was a much friendlier place and her parents and siblings traveled back and forth frequently. Her Mariachi music is amazing and well worth a listen. Great reaction. Love your channel 🌺✌️ That guy with the reddish hair and beard singing backup is Andrew Gold. He’s a talented musician and songwriter. One of the songs he wrote is “Thank You For Being a Friend”. I notice you use a version of it on your channel and, of course, it was the theme song for the sitcom “Golden Girls”. 🌸
She was fantastic to see her live in concert. What a voice.
Linda rules and we love her. Yes, she has the Latino Lifetime Achievement Award, and sings like a bird! Never a bad tune and she brought you the Eagles after a fashion.
You need to play this song below, it's a good one Pegasus but not very long!
Kid Rock and Hank Williams - F word
Saw her live a few times in the 70s and 80s, and her voice was as powerful live as in the studio.
She had an wonderful voice and everyone loved her and her music
Bro, you will love, love, love her vocal range in her Latin music!!!
My first concert ever- Mile High/Denver early 70’s - Eagles & Linda Ronstadt-EPIC
the band backing up Linda became the Eagle.
Love her and also Rita Coolidge both my favorites from the 70's. Thanks
This was beautiful for mother's Day thank you so much❤❤❤❤
She always had the BEST musicians, because she was the top singer of her time. She was the only woman on the music tours. She could and did any genre from light opera to country to Salsa to ballads to hard rock! She dated Presidential candidates and governors, but also shacked up with down and out songwriters (please play WILLIN').
You have to listen to her live version of Desperado and Down So Low it will blow you away. So many to name dig deeper into catalog. Her father was Mexican.
Her backing group now known as the Eagles. She encouraged them to go out on their own.
This woman has always been one of my top five idols I’m so thrilled that you have discovered her voice. I grew up with her from the 60s.
The saddest thing is that she now has Parkinson’s disease and cannot sing anymore. Probably one of the worst things that could happen to someone that has had such an amazing voice and impact on Music over the years and now that is taken from her that’s really sad. But she has left behind some amazing music and being an old white woman that Grew up with this type of music I am just so happy that y’all have discovered it may God bless you all
Had a crush on her since I was 13. Here voice is as close to heaven as you could be
Lol, that was cute - "Linda...Linda...wanna get some coffee? She was a great singer- have several of her albums. Thanks for sharing your reactions- I decided i would watch your show in my phone so i can react. 😄
Singing background music was, Andrew Gold, on guitar, a musical artist whose two biggest hits were, " Thank You For Being a Friend", and "Oh What a Lonely Boy", and Kinney Edwards on bass and vocals. Mike Botts on drums; he was a famous session musician and widely known as the drummer for the 70's band, Bread, and on steel guitar, Danny Kortchmar.
Such a beautiful woman, voice, and song. She kills it. My favorite song of hers is a live version of "Long, Long Time." The expression on her face as she sings it will melt your heart.
Most beautiful woman ❤ You're no good is a must my friend. Peace out ✌️ ☮️
Si, fuego! So the next one should be "La Charreada" from her album Canciones De Mi Padre.
I agree. Your next Linda reaction should be La Charreada. It'll blow you away.
You really should check out her cover of Smokey Robinson's song Ooh Baby Baby. It is 🔥🔥
YES ITS DOPE !!!!
"Canciones de Mi Padre"
Album by Linda Ronstadt ...Canciones de mi padre is American singer Linda Ronstadt's first album of Mexican traditional Mariachi music.
THIS ALBUM WON A GRAMMY AWARD !!!
Now that I here this again after all these years... coutry-fied Motown!!! She's making Melvin Gay cry!
What a pleasure to see your reaction. I almost feel like some of these reactions are enlarging your spirit.
Perfect pitch, perfect Linda. She could sing the phonebook and we would love it.❤🎉
" You're no good" is one you need to hear !!
Before she got sick Linda was as good, or better, live than in the studio! Such a voice….all the guys wanted her and all us gals wanted to be her!
I've seen her in concert 3 times and once she brought Smokey Robinson on stage and sang this song as a due with him. Sweet!
I paid a .25, yes a whole quarter to hear her sing at Ohio University when she first started. She is awesome.
Her performance of "La Cigarra" is amazing.
Linda Ronstadt's cover & John Rivers' 1967 original are both terrific! I've always loved her voice and was saddened to learn that she's having to give up singing for medical reasons. Thanks for playing this & your comments.
That be so, but for the record - “The Tracks of My Tears” was written in 1965 by William “Smokey” Robinson, Jr., Warren Moore and Marv Tarplin, three members of the Miracles. The group recorded it in Studio A of Motown's Hitsville USA facility, with the Miracles' lead singer, Smokey Robinson, as producer.
"You're No Good" is one you have to add to your list for future LR reactions! She is a 70s icon! Thanks for this great reaction! ✌💙✌
Thanks!
Thank you for the extra support!!!
Love Linda. 💗
🌿🌷 Beautiful to see & hear.
Check out Linda's vocals in Pirates and Penzance the musical. Her vocal ability was off the charts.
Linda and Smokey did a medley of duets for Motown's 25th anniversary tv show. Musical perfection. Available on youtube and definitely worth finding.
🇬🇧 Originally a hit for Smokey Robinson & The Miracles in 1965. Co written by Smokey & the rest of the band. A great song, and Linda nailed it. 🎼
I was SO jealous of Linda when I was in my teens and twenties. She seemed to have it all. Gorgeous face, good physique, unlimited voice, and she looked beautiful when she was singing (some people do not look attractive while singing!). I do not think I have ever seen you be so mesmerized by a woman before. She had all of America mesmerized too so you are in good company. Great reaction. 😍