I had to be one of the squarist teenagers of my generation because I liked and listened to Englebert Humperdinck. I argued with a roommate once, you don't have to like his style or songs but you can't deny his gift.
When I first heard this wonderful man's voice, I knew he was different from the rest. Our dear Engelbert's voice is totally amazing, when singing he carries you through a romantic movie that begans and ends in one single song. WOW! What talent that only God grants. I am so happy to be one of a million fans of our dear Engelbert. He is awesome.❤❤
@@eva_loves_enge It's not just the range, it's how it's done. Humperdinck's range was entirely chest voice, crooners hit the higher note with a head voice.
@@ohger1 You're totally wrong. He sings from the diaphragm. Like trained singers. He can even sing opera. Just search right here on UA-cam.He was never trained. It comes naturally to him
EH's technique - a perfect blend of operatic training mixed with the full-voiced pop-style of the times - is flawless. He and Tom Jones were a kind of bridge between '50s Elvis and '80s Freddie Mercury. All of them, true singers and performers.
I was just 5 years old sitting at my mom's stereo speaker listening to Englebert and I had memorised The Last Waltz at that age, I am now 60 years old and I still know the song. I could listen to him for days, I still have that album still in good playing condition!! There is not another singer like him in all the world.
Same here, some of us just know a great voice when we hear it, no matter the style or type of music. Isnt it interesting how 5 year olds know magic when they hear it!!
BONJOUR 👋 ! Moi aussi, d'accord avec vous ! Jamais plus une voix pareil, Jamais !!! Amicalement, Nelly, Belgique, fan de MR.ENGELBERT depuis 197O. Bonne nouvelle année 2023,santé, bonheur, joie, réussite !
@ANGEL7762, I have a niece who was 18 month old in 1981. She was in love with the song," Don't you love me anymore" I had to play it over and over again . The time it took to place the needle on the LP, she would get upset and say, mo mo, mo☺️ Eventually she learned the song. I took her to a concert when she was 5 years old. He put his red hankie around her neck and she wept She is still a huge fan today December 30 2022
@@eva_loves_enge Attendrissante, adorable ,cette anecdote ! Ont peut pas résister à une voix pareil !!! Bonne nuit Eva ! Ici en Belgique 01:27 ! Amitiés, bisous 😚, NELLY.
I have to agree. So many new “artists” all sound basically alike. They have no dynamic that sets them apart from other “singers.” they don’t have much talent or skill, just a pretty face and auto tune.
I think we have plenty of great singers now, but trust the music industry to stamp out individuality and turn the singers/performers into cookie cutter vanilla pasty average money makers. Which is why I am glad that people like Dimash stay out of US. The American music industry would start ruining his fantastic, amazing qualities that make him come across as other-worldly in his music. Just imagine how amazing the good artists would be today if they were left alone to grow and stretch their talent!
How I wish this style of music still existed. Singers such as Tom Jones, Elvis, Sinatra, Bennett, and Humperdinck were amazing and the songs/lyrics were written specifically for great talents such as these. They created a sensual atmosphere with their voices that carried you away with a sigh and a smile.
I am in awe of this analysis it’s amazing! The beauty of his unique voice is that it’s been with him since birth♥️ Engelbert was blessed with a golden set of vocal chords which made him God’s gift to the world♥️ Engelbert is a timeless talent♥️
Agreed. Look at the modern crooner… say, Michael Bublé? He’s not even in the same ball park as Engelbert or TomJones, etc. IMO. Try to find a Bublé recording, or even a live performance, that isn’t “auto tuned.”
I’ll never understand why he is only celebrated by people of a “certain vintage”. He blows most modern artists out of the park. There’s more to great music that’s the day’s top 20. Immerse yourself in it all. Some of my favourite artists were performing before I was born. Shirley Jones, Edith Piaf, Ella Fitzgerald etc.
Engelbert is one of the great crooners with such a smooth relaxing voice. His career has spanned almost 7 decades. His first hit song was "Release Me" in 1967. He has had many great songs including "The Last Waltz", There Goes My Everything", "Am I That Easy To Forget", "A Man Without Love", "After the Lovin'", "Les Bicyclettes de Belsize", "Winter World Of Love", "This Moment In Time", "Love Will Set You Free", "Quando, Quando, Quando" etc.
I can't believe how great his isolated vocals are without any music. He is spot on. I would like to see how most singers today would sound with just isolated vocals. Not very good I would think.
Hello Linda. That’s what I meant, (partly). He was a very big Las Vegas attraction. Just Like Elvis was and Tom Jones still is as far as I know. However, to many people he seemed to just disappear. He hasn’t stopped performing, but he’s been predominantly out of the public eye, as far as Vegas shows go. There’s a really great documentary that shows what he’s been doing. If I can find the link I will send it to you, here. Perhaps you’ve already seen it. I was talking with a friend about a year ago and he came up in conversation. My friend had told me about this fantastic documentary. Thank you for the reply. Have a wonderful evening.
Note around 5:59 how accurate those high notes are: "When we are *far* apart, *or* when you're near me". 2 very short pitch peaks in a row, dead on, right on the line. I always knew he has a helluva voice, but this gives me a greater appreciation of his extraordinary singing. Much appreciated.
EH was t a good singer, he was a great singer in his prime. I always thought he got a little pigeonholed as just a sweet ballad singer but his voice was truly technically perfect in his day.
EH was t a good singer, he was a great singer in his prime. I always thought he got a little pigeonholed as just a sweet ballad singer but his voice was truly technically perfect in his day.
@@eva_loves_enge BONJOUR 👋 Eva ! D'accord avec vous ! T.G. il est loin derrière MR.ENGELBERT, depuis toujours ! Bonne et heureuse année 2023 ,que le meilleur ! Amitiés, NELLY, BELGIQUE, FAN DE MR.ENGELBERT DEPUIS 197O.
Tom describes himself accurately as a tenor with a feel for the blues. His top good note was high C ehen younger and now High B. He does a live version below of the Otis Redding classic I've Been Loving You Too Long and hits high D at the end... ua-cam.com/video/fQcK1LxjF00/v-deo.html
Engel just turned 88 and he’s still performing. In fact I think he has a tour coming up very soon in Canada. He only stopped performing during Covid. He contracted Covid as did his wife Patricia who was already suffering from Alzheimer’s. She passed from Covid in February of 2021.
Unfortunately, his voice is gone. He now sings around the notes, truncates notes that should be held, and has the audience sing most of the song. Too bad but it happens. There is a video of Englebert singing this same song about 5 years ago (he was wearing a red shirt) and he nailed the song in the same key. But every singer runs out of gas.
That was the first concert I ever went to as a very very little kid on a trip to Atlantic City with my parents and I just remember the woman next to me loosing her mind and how glamorous the show was and yes all the performance sounded just as good as that!!
I didn't become a fan back in the day. But after watching this analysis I have a whole new appreciation for his voice. I actually got emotional listening to him. Thanks, Fil!
All of your facts are spot-on. I used to play drums for Errol Mahal, an Indian singer from Madras, the same town that Englebert was born in. His mother was actually Indian, his father British, which gives him that dark, exotic look. He told me a few things that I'd like to share with your fans. He confirmed that Englebert's real name is "Jerry Dorsey," where he began in India as an Elvis impersonator where my friend used to attend his shows (when Englebert appeared in America many year later, Errol met him backstage and he actually remembered him!). When he got signed by Tom Jones' same manager, he also changed his name when he thought that 'Jerry Dorsey' was far too boring, simply by giving him the name of the same famous German opera composer who wrote "Hansel and Gretel," a name so complicated that he knew that people would continue to talk about him, just as Arnold Schwarzenegger did, many years later (Arnold's first stage name was 'Arnold Strong,' which he dumped after his first movie "Hercules in New York," bombed). What I l particularly like about Englebert is how he voices and puts his own unique inflections into all his songs, emphasizing certain words and phrases like nobody else does. I never get tired of listening to his recordings, all of which have become modern day classics.
A great performance. He had a voice that knocked any crooner out of the window. This is a real singer not someone who tried to get away, with singing a handful of notes. Fabulous video Fin.
Dale Baker Engelbert is not a crooner. He actually hates being called one. The word crooner comes from the word croon, meaning to sing softly. Crooners generally have a one octave range. Engelbert has an impressive 3 1/2 I don't think he sang sadly, he did have the ability to make me weep. Not the same thing. As for softly, I call it caressing the lyrics He is a powerful dynamic, breathtaking~ an unforgettable voice.
@@eva_loves_enge Oui Eva,encore d'accord avec vous ! MR.ENGELBERT pouvait chanter n'importe quel genre de musique 🎵, même de l'opéra !!! UNE VOIX UNIQUE, AVOUTANTE, INIMITABLE, INÉGALABLE, IREMPLESABLE !!! Merci la vie pour m'avoir donné la chance, le bonheur de connaître une si magnifique, adorable personne !!! Amitiés, NELLY, BELGIQUE, FAN DE MR.ENGELBERT DEPUIS 197O. Bonne année 2023 à tous !!!
Very good analysis . Engelbert is not just singing the notes .He is doing a lot of variations around almost every notes and it is done so artfully that most peoples get only the principals notes not all the coated added: crescendo, diminuendos,vibratos ,grupettos etc....
Engelbert seemingly fell off the face of the earth, but what actually happened, was that he pretty much gave up his career to care for his Very Ill wife. He made a major sacrifice for love. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Yes, he did. She died in 2021. I think he still performs some at 86 years old. He performed at the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino in Biloxi, MS in March this year.
Hi @Glow3-With all due respect, I'm not so sure he exactly fell off the face of the earth-but rather, he did redirect his energies a bit. From 1970-1990, he was proven to have fathered 2 illigitimate children, with 2 different women, yet his wife Pat remained devoted and by his side til her death last year.(they're both devoted Catholics). Humperdink stayed very busy thru the 1990's and beyond, he lent his voice to an episode of the cartoon 'Beavis & Butthead', he released several gospel hits, earning multiple grammy nods, he did "The Long and Winding Road", ''Let There Be Love"... in 2010 he released the double album "Englebert Calling", he was the UK's Eurovision rep in 2012 performing ''Love Will Set You Free"...in 2017, he did covers of Ed Sheeran's 'Photograph' and Bruno Mars "Just The Way You Are", and released "Englebert 50", in 2018 he released his album ''Warmest Christmas Wishes'', 2019, as a birthday gift to Pat, he performed and appeared in the music video ''You" and released his album, ''Reflections'', in 2020 he released "Sentiments" and this year, he's provided songs for no less than 3 movie soundtracks. Englebert is 86 years YOUNG, and as Fil said, he's still today touring! IMO, he shows very little sign of even slowing down...
I took my mother to one of his concerts for her birthday years ago. I thought I would hate it. I actually really enjoyed his performance. You never know.
I grew up listening to Engelbert because my mother loved him. I'm not ashamed to say I was that 13 yo in the 70's listening to his greatest hits on my 8 track recorder.😂🥰 He will always be one of the greatest singers due to his one of a kind voice, and it didn't hurt that he was so handsome.🥰🥰❤️❤️ Edited: And I completely agree that Engelbert *wasn't* a crooner. It's an insult to his gift to call him that. He had far more range than any crooner.😌❤
I listened to Engelbert when I was a teenager. My parents had this music, in stereo, all throughout our home. I fell in love with his voice in the early 70’s. When I grew up and married, I bought 3 tickets for his concert. I took my parents to Music Hall in Cincinnati, Ohio. We were all trilled. He’s brilliant ❤️
I grew up in the 70s and my Ma had an 8 Track stereo console. And all the tapes in there were Elvis, Tom Jones, and Engelbert Humperdinck. Great memories.
Engelbert once said, after being called a "crooner," "I'm not a crooner! I can hit notes the bank can't cash!" What a voice! Thanks, Fil, for your spot on analysis!
Engelbert Humperdinck can draw you into his performances with his effortlessly vocal style. Fil your analysis always enhances what we been listening to for years. 😊👍
It's fascinating to see how all of his notes snap to the line. My mom loved his voice, now I know why. Big love song guy, and he was SO in love with his wife, such a good man to support her through her Alzheimer's.
He had a fantastic voice. 🎶🎶. Really like that you analyze both the music (like Roy Clark’s and Glen Campbell’s guitar mastery)and the voices. And, many of them from back in the day.
I attended a funeral of an elderly woman recently and one of the songs played was Englebert Humperdinck 'Release Me'. The was also a favourite of my dear departed mum, and as a youngster I remember thinking it was awful and old fashioned and he was incredibly cheesy. But listening to it at that funeral, that pitch perfect, effortless, magnificent voice reverberating around the room, I realised what a great singer he was and what a beautifully crafted song it was.
Loved this video analysis. I knew his name was taken from a composer but it would good to hear the background. Superb singer, honestly. There’s once or twice I thought at times in the lower register he sounded like Elvis Presley…Just my opinion. He has/had a much richer and smoother tone than Tom Jones, really soothing to listen to and as for his range, really great. Isn’t it amazing how many of the older stars could actually sing. How many stars today could sing live and still produce the equivalent of a studio version, ie, no mistakes, no cracks. Not a lot I’m sure. I was a kid when this song was released but we had it on record at home. My parents would have played it along with other greats.
Great video. I think Engelbert has the most powerful voice ever with that great range you’re talking about. He’s still going strong after all these years. I wish they’d do a movie of his extraordinary life. He’s a wonderful person inside and out.
I watch you watching the performers and how you really enjoy it when the performer knocks it out of the park. Your respect for excellence is noteworthy. Namaste.
Exactly...control, showmanship, in freakin' tune! He was always good. My one sis loved Tom Jones but my other sis, her twin, loved Englebert. Both so great.
He is an awesome singer and entertainer that if there were still phone books he could sing it and make it sound good. I love how he projects and does not eat the mic screaming. ❤️ If you search and see the demo, he sings on the jet and it’s awesome. Then on stage they show him how to adjust the mixer as he did not like the sound in the venue and he said why did you not show me this before. One of the guys tried to sing his song, Enge gave him a chance and took the mic and wow what a change. 86 and still going strong.
I bought tickets for me & my mom to go see him after my dad passed away (about 14 yrs ago). They would go see him & several others every year & since Engelbert was 1 of her favorites I had to! We both had a wonderful night & he sounded exactly the same
This is my fave EH song and my fave version. He knocks it out of the park as few others ever have on live TV. Maybe Elvis' "If I can dream" and Dusty's " You don't have to say you love me" on their live shows match up, but by far Englebert in this version takes one's breath away. The melody, the arrangement, the lyric and Englebert's amazing voice. Thank you so much Phil for reviewing this song.
To me Englebert is one of the greatest singers ever. Had a very successful career tho sadly he's become forgotten. Tom Jones gets all the attention. It's evident on UA-cam were individuals do reactions by Tom Jones and forget about Englebert, Tho Tom is also one of the greatest singers. Another great presentation Fil, keep up the good work
He is absolutely one of the greatest singers. I’ve belonged to his Fan Club from” Please Release Me” He is 86 now, and still has a a beautiful voice. He is a very special man; he stays close to his fans on his television “ Tuesday Museday” , for many years, also since pandemic he gives free concerts from his home. There will be another one this coming Thursday , 2:00 eastern time.
I had the privilege of seeing this man’s show Saturday night at the MGM casino in Northfield, Ohio! It was my first time ever seeing him in person. He wowed the sell-out audience with every song he sang. He is such a beloved singer and entertainer. I adore his music. And to top the evening off, I was one of the lucky ones to catch one of his red handkerchiefs that he throws out to the audience at the end of his shows! 🥰
Mr Romantic Engelbert such quality smooth and rich voice loved him in the day and even to this day he is still singing and touring incredible at his age , one of my all time favourites thanks Fil always a great analysis.
What a great performance! Englebert's vocals are just incredible with or without backing music. I always liked the song "Release Me" and agree that he sounds similar to Tom Jones. Great analysis Fil!
Very interesting explanation of the functionality of the discography of famous singers. Engelbert has a high quality vocal voice which makes it easier to express these tones. Thanks for interesting interview.
Brilliant analysis, as always, Dear Fil. You should be designing the music appreciation curriculum for schools. You have an engaging ability to explain the theory behind the music, without making dry, thus enhancing the experience of it. Wonderful! ❤
I am grateful to the person that suggested this! I think it is a stunning performance. I was crazy into the Beatles back in the day. Engelbert was on the periphery in those days for me. I don’t think you could have chosen a better performance. I haven’t seen another channel with such top notch analysis and you have a wonderful personality. Talent with passion. Tippy top!
What a voice. I’m rediscovering lots of music thanks to you Fil. I never took any notice of Engelbert when I was young. I’m glad I’m still around to hear what I missed 😊
Very interesting, I've been looking for a video like this for a long time. I've always known Engelbert is a great singer but I didn't have much knowledge as to exactly why
My favorite live performance by him by far. He improvised on this here and there if you know the studio version. Boy could he sing, up there with the best.
There was a time when Engelbert Humperdinck was considered a great vocal. There are five very distinct male vocals- Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Mick Jagger, Rod Stewart, and Paul McCartney. Tom Jones and Engelbert Humperdinck were also very distinctive vocals. I'm not talking about the old crooners Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bing Crosby, and Andy Williams- also very distinctive vocals. Gene Vincent sounds a lot like Presley or Orbison. Rock and roll is very different genre. Sam Cooke was a a great vocal.
This was so interesting and enlightening. Of course, we, who love everything about Engelbert, are not one bit surprised to see and hear of the magnificence of his amazing voice. Thank you for this educational view and listen! 🥰❣
NICE reaction!! And nice that you compared him with Tom Jones. They were sort of competing talents in the day. They both had variety shows during the same time period. A comedy magazine, MAD magazine, even poked fun at their unofficial rivalry, saying one point where Tom Jones wins, is signing autographs, (signs TOM JONES and then he's out of there, but Englebert gets tackled by over-zealous fans before he gets halfway through his first name!). I had a big crush on both of them. Great singers.
Great analysis as usual Fil. I always enjoyed listening to Engelbert. I always thought his voice was smoother than most of his contemporaries. A genuine talent with a distinctive voice. Many thanks
I saw him in concert back in the 70s. He had such a presence when he sang, charismatic and his voice was compelling in his delivery of the song in person. Love his music and some of my most favorite music from him was his gorgeous renditions of Christmas music.
I saw Englebert Humperdinck last year..the song he performed for his dear wife Patricia, was so poignant and I could hear his heartbreak in his every note…he has had an epic career, and I watch his videos often…he was a great entertainer and could do great impressions of other stars. My Grandmother’s songs were mostly his…she could belt as well as he could and it made doing dishes so much more fun singing his songs! He is getting big recognition right now..and started the sideburn trend my Dad even had them….he appeals to all generations..look out for his grand daughter Olivia..she’s going to be big I think!
My grandmother loved Engelbert and I was a Tom Jones fan, during the early 70’s. It’s great that they are both still alive and doing concerts! Brings back wonderful memories❤
You took me to school this day and it was a fabulous classroom event. Englebert vocals are brilliant and you demonstrated that beautifully . Just simply loved your presentation on a great performer. Cheers.....from Boston USA
Thank you Fil for finally analyzing Engelbert Humperdinck! I have been asking for such a long time and what a pleasure to finally see. Your analysis was wonderful as always… To hear Engelbert Isolated voice says so much to his abilities, perfect pitch and what he’s able to do with his voice and breath control. He certainly deserves to be recognized for his outstanding artistry!
I remember well, first hearing his first world wide hit of "Release Me" mid 1960s and his first guest appearance on the Tom Jones show. The beautiful distinctive "sound" of his Please Release Me song instantly locked me in as an early fan. Again, I enjoyed your presentation of this man's wonderful voice.
Interesting video. Thank you.
oh my god its actually him
No one can even begin to touch Enge's vocal prowess. He is the best of all.
Him and Tom Jones.
do not forget mr jones
He has a voice that can be recognized instantly. Alway loved this singer.
The man is simply a vocal genius, truly one of the greatest talents there will ever be.
I had to be one of the squarist teenagers of my generation because I liked and listened to Englebert Humperdinck.
I argued with a roommate once, you don't have to like his style or songs but you can't deny his gift.
When I first heard this wonderful man's voice, I knew he was different from the rest. Our dear Engelbert's voice is totally amazing, when singing he carries you through a romantic movie that begans and ends in one single song. WOW! What talent that only God grants. I am so happy to be one of a million fans of our dear Engelbert. He is awesome.❤❤
Engelbert once said “I can hit notes a bank could not cash.” He is an amazing singer who could sing anything. Another excellent video Fil!
He sounds as if he's bragging until u realize it isn't bragging of it's true
I like the way he changed "Love me with all if your heart" out of 3/4 to 4/4. I'd say Gordon Millls might have had something to do with that.
@@bradjames4533 I would be insulted too. A crooner has a one octave range. Engelbert had 3 1/2. That's phenomenal!
@@eva_loves_enge It's not just the range, it's how it's done. Humperdinck's range was entirely chest voice, crooners hit the higher note with a head voice.
@@ohger1 You're totally wrong. He sings from the diaphragm. Like trained singers. He can even sing opera. Just search right here on UA-cam.He was never trained. It comes naturally to him
EH's technique - a perfect blend of operatic training mixed with the full-voiced pop-style of the times - is flawless. He and Tom Jones were a kind of bridge between '50s Elvis and '80s Freddie Mercury. All of them, true singers and performers.
He was much better than Tom Jones, more appealing voice snd much more vocal range.
mercury just screams ,not in there league.
So well said!
I was just 5 years old sitting at my mom's stereo speaker listening to Englebert and I had memorised The Last Waltz at that age, I am now 60 years old and I still know the song. I could listen to him for days, I still have that album still in good playing condition!! There is not another singer like him in all the world.
Same here, some of us just know a great voice when we hear it, no matter the style or type of music. Isnt it interesting how 5 year olds know magic when they hear it!!
BONJOUR 👋 !
Moi aussi, d'accord avec vous !
Jamais plus une voix pareil, Jamais !!!
Amicalement, Nelly, Belgique, fan de MR.ENGELBERT depuis 197O.
Bonne nouvelle année 2023,santé, bonheur, joie, réussite !
@ANGEL7762, I have a niece who was 18 month old in 1981. She was in love with the song," Don't you love me anymore" I had to play it over and over again . The time it took to place the needle on the LP, she would get upset and say, mo mo, mo☺️
Eventually she learned the song. I took her to a concert when she was 5 years old. He put his red hankie around her neck and she wept
She is still a huge fan today
December 30 2022
@@eva_loves_enge
Attendrissante, adorable ,cette anecdote !
Ont peut pas résister à une voix pareil !!!
Bonne nuit Eva ! Ici en Belgique 01:27 !
Amitiés, bisous 😚, NELLY.
@@corneliapopescu52 Merci Cornélia. Fais de beaux rêves Ici à Montréal il est 20h30 Il est encore temps pour de la musique Bisous, Éva
I wish music was still like this. Where we had people with real talent. No auto tune needed. Thanks for doing these Fil.
Bruno Mars.
I have to agree. So many new “artists” all sound basically alike. They have no dynamic that sets them apart from other “singers.” they don’t have much talent or skill, just a pretty face and auto tune.
@@Bookhart2 guess what. The cookie cutter artist existed back then too. We had exceptional singers then and we have them now too.
I think we have plenty of great singers now, but trust the music industry to stamp out individuality and turn the singers/performers into cookie cutter vanilla pasty average money makers.
Which is why I am glad that people like Dimash stay out of US. The American music industry would start ruining his fantastic, amazing qualities that make him come across as other-worldly in his music.
Just imagine how amazing the good artists would be today if they were left alone to grow and stretch their talent!
@@MandyRRAh he sings about grenades instead of hearts and flowers. A reflection of society but too much for oldies like me.
I’ve always marveled how effortlessly the way he sings and the distinctive sound he has. A master singer for sure!
Engelbert recorded the best version of "Aquarius/Let the sunshine in" that I've ever heard.
What a voice, have always enjoyed listening to him, a particular fave is After The Loving
How I wish this style of music still existed. Singers such as Tom Jones, Elvis, Sinatra, Bennett, and Humperdinck were amazing and the songs/lyrics were written specifically for great talents such as these. They created a sensual atmosphere with their voices that carried you away with a sigh and a smile.
@Pixie Pete I am aware of that. It was not my point.
@Pixie Pete no need to be a smart aleck about my comment.
@Pixie Pete No. On either. Bye.
Hey there’s Buble’ 😂
Matt Monro too - Fil did a great video on Matt
I am in awe of this analysis it’s amazing! The beauty of his unique voice is that it’s been with him since birth♥️ Engelbert was blessed with a golden set of vocal chords which made him God’s gift to the world♥️ Engelbert is a timeless talent♥️
To me Engel, TomJones, Patsy were the best vocalist of my life time and I have been blessed to have heard them
I am surprised how much his voice reminds of Tom Jones! He is as emotional and as smooth…he just never had that “Vegas” feel.
I would add Karen Carpenter to that list for two greatest men and two greatest women
I listened to Engelbert. I didn't go out an buy any records, I was a Rock fan. But I would listen to Engelbert. Great talent.
Still get chills hearing him sing. Gorgeous, sexy beyond words and a voice that supersedes all. Thank you for this video Fil. Made my day.
The sideburns tops even that. I'm JEALOUS!
Engelbert and Tom Jones are 2 the absolute greatest voices you will ever hear in a life time. They don't make them like that anymore.
They do make them still, it's just that vocal prowess is no longer a prerequisite for being a performer these days.
Elvis/
Agreed. Look at the modern crooner… say, Michael Bublé? He’s not even in the same ball park as Engelbert or TomJones, etc. IMO. Try to find a Bublé recording, or even a live performance, that isn’t “auto tuned.”
I watched them both religiously in the 60's, and they both influenced me to become a singer.
Dont forget about the wonderful Tony Bennet and his catalog of great music!
I’ll never understand why he is only celebrated by people of a “certain vintage”. He blows most modern artists out of the park. There’s more to great music that’s the day’s top 20. Immerse yourself in it all. Some of my favourite artists were performing before I was born. Shirley Jones, Edith Piaf, Ella Fitzgerald etc.
Hi! Engelbert enjoyed your review of his isolated vocals. He posted your review on his throwback website on UA-cam. Nice!
What an honor! ❤️
Thank you for the isolated vocals. They're great!
Engelbert is one of the great crooners with such a smooth relaxing voice. His career has spanned almost 7 decades. His first hit song was "Release Me" in 1967. He has had many great songs including "The Last Waltz", There Goes My Everything", "Am I That Easy To Forget", "A Man Without Love", "After the Lovin'", "Les Bicyclettes de Belsize", "Winter World Of Love", "This Moment In Time", "Love Will Set You Free", "Quando, Quando, Quando" etc.
I can't believe how great his isolated vocals are without any music. He is spot on. I would like to see how most singers today would sound with just isolated vocals. Not very good I would think.
Hello Linda. That’s what I meant, (partly). He was a very big Las Vegas attraction. Just Like Elvis was and Tom Jones still is as far as I know. However, to many people he seemed to just disappear. He hasn’t stopped performing, but he’s been predominantly out of the public eye, as far as Vegas shows go. There’s a really great documentary that shows what he’s been doing. If I can find the link I will send it to you, here. Perhaps you’ve already seen it. I was talking with a friend about a year ago and he came up in conversation. My friend had told me about this fantastic documentary. Thank you for the reply. Have a wonderful evening.
My favorite "A Place in the Sun".
@@lambhill1180 Great track
Moon Knight brought me to him
Note around 5:59 how accurate those high notes are: "When we are *far* apart, *or* when you're near me". 2 very short pitch peaks in a row, dead on, right on the line. I always knew he has a helluva voice, but this gives me a greater appreciation of his extraordinary singing. Much appreciated.
Ton Jones & Engelbert Humperdinck...greatest voice on earth....
@@ibnutahir555 Sorry but they're incomparable. Engelbert is truly unique
EH was t a good singer, he was a great singer in his prime. I always thought he got a little pigeonholed as just a sweet ballad singer but his voice was truly technically perfect in his day.
EH was t a good singer, he was a great singer in his prime. I always thought he got a little pigeonholed as just a sweet ballad singer but his voice was truly technically perfect in his day.
@@eva_loves_enge
BONJOUR 👋 Eva !
D'accord avec vous !
T.G. il est loin derrière MR.ENGELBERT, depuis toujours !
Bonne et heureuse année 2023 ,que le meilleur !
Amitiés, NELLY, BELGIQUE, FAN DE MR.ENGELBERT DEPUIS 197O.
Engelbert was one of the best. His range was unmatched by any other baritone singer.
Tom Jones
Tom describes himself accurately as a tenor with a feel for the blues.
His top good note was high C ehen younger and now High B.
He does a live version below of the Otis Redding classic I've Been Loving You Too Long and hits high D at the end...
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You know he's still singing today and doing a pretty darn good job at it, don't you ? Just sayin' 🙄
@@ArmandQ. Well, he may still be performing. But the voice is gone. He should have retired 10 years ago.
@@motorman857 He's in his 80s, champ. What have you done with your amazing voice?
Engel just turned 88 and he’s still performing. In fact I think he has a tour coming up very soon in Canada. He only stopped performing during Covid. He contracted Covid as did his wife Patricia who was already suffering from Alzheimer’s. She passed from Covid in February of 2021.
Unfortunately, his voice is gone. He now sings around the notes, truncates notes that should be held, and has the audience sing most of the song. Too bad but it happens. There is a video of Englebert singing this same song about 5 years ago (he was wearing a red shirt) and he nailed the song in the same key. But every singer runs out of gas.
My family favourite for more than 40 years. Thanks
That was the first concert I ever went to as a very very little kid on a trip to Atlantic City with my parents and I just remember the woman next to me loosing her mind and how glamorous the show was and yes all the performance sounded just as good as that!!
I didn't become a fan back in the day. But after watching this analysis I have a whole new appreciation for his voice. I actually got emotional listening to him. Thanks, Fil!
All of your facts are spot-on. I used to play drums for Errol Mahal, an Indian singer from Madras, the same town that Englebert was born in. His mother was actually Indian, his father British, which gives him that dark, exotic look. He told me a few things that I'd like to share with your fans. He confirmed that Englebert's real name is "Jerry Dorsey," where he began in India as an Elvis impersonator where my friend used to attend his shows (when Englebert appeared in America many year later, Errol met him backstage and he actually remembered him!). When he got signed by Tom Jones' same manager, he also changed his name when he thought that 'Jerry Dorsey' was far too boring, simply by giving him the name of the same famous German opera composer who wrote "Hansel and Gretel," a name so complicated that he knew that people would continue to talk about him, just as Arnold Schwarzenegger did, many years later (Arnold's first stage name was 'Arnold Strong,' which he dumped after his first movie "Hercules in New York," bombed).
What I l particularly like about Englebert is how he voices and puts his own unique inflections into all his songs, emphasizing certain words and phrases like nobody else does. I never get tired of listening to his recordings, all of which have become modern day classics.
A great performance. He had a voice that knocked any crooner out of the window. This is a real singer not someone who tried to get away, with singing a handful of notes. Fabulous video Fin.
Dale Baker Engelbert is not a crooner. He actually hates being called one. The word crooner comes from the word croon, meaning to sing softly. Crooners generally have a one octave range. Engelbert has an impressive 3 1/2
I don't think he sang sadly, he did have the ability to make me weep. Not the same thing. As for softly, I call it caressing the lyrics He is a powerful dynamic, breathtaking~ an unforgettable voice.
@@eva_loves_enge
Oui Eva,encore d'accord avec vous !
MR.ENGELBERT pouvait chanter n'importe quel genre de musique 🎵, même de l'opéra !!! UNE VOIX UNIQUE, AVOUTANTE, INIMITABLE, INÉGALABLE, IREMPLESABLE !!!
Merci la vie pour m'avoir donné la chance, le bonheur de connaître une si magnifique, adorable personne !!!
Amitiés, NELLY, BELGIQUE, FAN DE MR.ENGELBERT DEPUIS 197O.
Bonne année 2023 à tous !!!
@@corneliapopescu52 Bonne année, 2023, Cornelia 🎈🎆
@@eva_loves_engeJust curious….where did you get “Dale Baker” from?
Very good analysis . Engelbert is not just singing the notes .He is doing a lot of variations around almost every notes and it is done so artfully that most peoples get only the principals notes not all the coated added: crescendo, diminuendos,vibratos ,grupettos etc....
Engelbert seemingly fell off the face of the earth, but what actually happened, was that he pretty much gave up his career to care for his Very Ill wife. He made a major sacrifice for love. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Chapeau.
Never knew that.
Yes, he did. She died in 2021. I think he still performs some at 86 years old. He performed at the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino in Biloxi, MS in March this year.
I didn't know that.
Blessed be his Heart 💖
Hi @Glow3-With all due respect, I'm not so sure he exactly fell off the face of the earth-but rather, he did redirect his energies a bit. From 1970-1990, he was proven to have fathered 2 illigitimate children, with 2 different women, yet his wife Pat remained devoted and by his side til her death last year.(they're both devoted Catholics). Humperdink stayed very busy thru the 1990's and beyond, he lent his voice to an episode of the cartoon 'Beavis & Butthead', he released several gospel hits, earning multiple grammy nods, he did "The Long and Winding Road", ''Let There Be Love"... in 2010 he released the double album "Englebert Calling", he was the UK's Eurovision rep in 2012 performing ''Love Will Set You Free"...in 2017, he did covers of Ed Sheeran's 'Photograph' and Bruno Mars "Just The Way You Are", and released "Englebert 50", in 2018 he released his album ''Warmest Christmas Wishes'', 2019, as a birthday gift to Pat, he performed and appeared in the music video ''You" and released his album, ''Reflections'', in 2020 he released "Sentiments" and this year, he's provided songs for no less than 3 movie soundtracks. Englebert is 86 years YOUNG, and as Fil said, he's still today touring! IMO, he shows very little sign of even slowing down...
I took my mother to one of his concerts for her birthday years ago. I thought I would hate it. I actually really enjoyed his performance. You never know.
I grew up listening to Engelbert because my mother loved him. I'm not ashamed to say I was that 13 yo in the 70's listening to his greatest hits on my 8 track recorder.😂🥰 He will always be one of the greatest singers due to his one of a kind voice, and it didn't hurt that he was so handsome.🥰🥰❤️❤️ Edited: And I completely agree that Engelbert *wasn't* a crooner. It's an insult to his gift to call him that. He had far more range than any crooner.😌❤
I listened to Engelbert when I was a teenager. My parents had this music, in stereo, all throughout our home. I fell in love with his voice in the early 70’s. When I grew up and married, I bought 3 tickets for his concert. I took my parents to Music Hall in Cincinnati, Ohio. We were all trilled. He’s brilliant ❤️
I grew up in the 70s and my Ma had an 8 Track stereo console. And all the tapes in there were Elvis, Tom Jones, and Engelbert Humperdinck.
Great memories.
Always had an amazing voice. He could hit notes that no one else could! ❤️
Engelbert once said, after being called a "crooner," "I'm not a crooner! I can hit notes the bank can't cash!" What a voice! Thanks, Fil, for your spot on analysis!
Engelbert Humperdinck can draw you into his performances with his effortlessly vocal style. Fil your analysis always enhances what we been listening to for years. 😊👍
Perfectly stated, Drew!
@@caroliamurri3872 Thanks Carol! 😊
It's fascinating to see how all of his notes snap to the line. My mom loved his voice, now I know why. Big love song guy, and he was SO in love with his wife, such a good man to support her through her Alzheimer's.
He had a fantastic voice. 🎶🎶. Really like that you analyze both the music (like Roy Clark’s and Glen Campbell’s guitar mastery)and the voices. And, many of them from back in the day.
Glenn Campbell also has some of the best vocals of all time
Glen also had a great voice but Engles is like rich warm chocolate.
I attended a funeral of an elderly woman recently and one of the songs played was Englebert Humperdinck 'Release Me'. The was also a favourite of my dear departed mum, and as a youngster I remember thinking it was awful and old fashioned and he was incredibly cheesy. But listening to it at that funeral, that pitch perfect, effortless, magnificent voice reverberating around the room, I realised what a great singer he was and what a beautifully crafted song it was.
Loved this video analysis. I knew his name was taken from a composer but it would good to hear the background. Superb singer, honestly. There’s once or twice I thought at times in the lower register he sounded like Elvis Presley…Just my opinion. He has/had a much richer and smoother tone than Tom Jones, really soothing to listen to and as for his range, really great. Isn’t it amazing how many of the older stars could actually sing. How many stars today could sing live and still produce the equivalent of a studio version, ie, no mistakes, no cracks. Not a lot I’m sure. I was a kid when this song was released but we had it on record at home. My parents would have played it along with other greats.
Great video. I think Engelbert has the most powerful voice ever with that great range you’re talking about. He’s still going strong after all these years. I wish they’d do a movie of his extraordinary life. He’s a wonderful person inside and out.
I watch you watching the performers and how you really enjoy it when the performer knocks it out of the park. Your respect for excellence is noteworthy. Namaste.
Exactly...control, showmanship, in freakin' tune! He was always good. My one sis loved Tom Jones but my other sis, her twin, loved Englebert. Both so great.
He is an awesome singer and entertainer that if there were still phone books he could sing it and make it sound good. I love how he projects and does not eat the mic screaming. ❤️
If you search and see the demo, he sings on the jet and it’s awesome. Then on stage they show him how to adjust the mixer as he did not like the sound in the venue and he said why did you not show me this before. One of the guys tried to sing his song, Enge gave him a chance and took the mic and wow what a change. 86 and still going strong.
Just watched him sing and then do a Tom Jones song, then Tom Jones come out. Could not match Enge
Great to see your comment Engelbert Humperdinck.
I bought tickets for me & my mom to go see him after my dad passed away (about 14 yrs ago). They would go see him & several others every year & since Engelbert was 1 of her favorites I had to! We both had a wonderful night & he sounded exactly the same
His voice is just so rich and passionate. I had an Englebert Humperdinck phase as a kid, I was kinda weird lol
Same. Good to know I’m not the only weirdo!
I loved him when I was in high school in the late '70's.
Same here! I'm glad I'm not the only one : )
Not to Wierd I did to and at 57 am still having one
This is amazing ,absolutely beautiful .ENGE is one in a million .This review is fantastic.Thank you 💕
Great analysis of my all-time favourite "crooner"! Thanks!!
Growing up my parents were, what we would call then, 'with it'. Mr. Engelbert was a household name. Thanks for covering. ✌💜
This is my fave EH song and my fave version. He knocks it out of the park as few others ever have on live TV. Maybe Elvis' "If I can dream" and Dusty's " You don't have to say you love me" on their live shows match up, but by far Englebert in this version takes one's breath away. The melody, the arrangement, the lyric and Englebert's amazing voice. Thank you so much Phil for reviewing this song.
To me Englebert is one of the greatest singers ever. Had a very successful career tho sadly he's become forgotten. Tom Jones gets all the attention. It's evident on UA-cam were individuals do reactions by Tom Jones and forget about Englebert, Tho Tom is also one of the greatest singers. Another great presentation Fil, keep up the good work
He is my dad’a favourite and would play his songs every weekend. They way he sings makes me feel like he is singing to me directly. Nice one Fil!!
Amazing detailed look at his vocal range.
That explains how he can sing any genre beautifully. 💝💜🎶☀️☀️☀️
Used to listen to Englebert all the time back in the day. "The Last Waltz" was our favorite song in our house.
He is absolutely one of the greatest singers. I’ve belonged to his Fan Club from” Please Release Me” He is 86 now, and still has a a beautiful voice. He is a very special man; he stays close to his fans on his television “ Tuesday Museday” , for many years, also since pandemic he gives free concerts from his home. There will be another one this coming Thursday , 2:00 eastern time.
He’s singing entirely legato, connected and authentically rooted. This is superb technique.
I had the privilege of seeing this man’s show Saturday night at the MGM casino in Northfield, Ohio! It was my first time ever seeing him in person. He wowed the sell-out audience with every song he sang. He is such a beloved singer and entertainer. I adore his music. And to top the evening off, I was one of the lucky ones to catch one of his red handkerchiefs that he throws out to the audience at the end of his shows! 🥰
Englelbert has one of the most beautiful voice
Having recently “discovered” Englebert and bought my first cd of his, this popping up in my feed was perfect!
I love Engelbert and I love this song so much that I used it for my wedding song in 2006. It feels so good to hear it again 😊
Mr Romantic Engelbert such quality smooth and rich voice loved him in the day and even to this day he is still singing and touring incredible at his age , one of my all time favourites thanks Fil always a great analysis.
Engelbert was my late fathers favourite singer and Elvis was my late mothers favourite singer.
I'm 63 and I remember being 4 and running into the house to sing with him everytime I heard him on the radio ❤ and Downtown with Ms. Clark.❤
What a great performance! Englebert's vocals are just incredible with or without backing music. I always liked the song "Release Me" and agree that he sounds similar to Tom Jones. Great analysis Fil!
Engelbert Humperdinck never gets enough respect for his gifted voice , he really is amazing !
Very interesting explanation of the functionality of the discography of famous singers. Engelbert has a high quality vocal voice which makes it easier to express these tones. Thanks for interesting interview.
Engelbert is one of the best singers of all time! Just a beautiful and awesome voice!
Something else which says a lot about Englebert is that he actually credits Elvis with teaching him humility as a performer ❣️
Brilliant analysis, as always, Dear Fil. You should be designing the music appreciation curriculum for schools. You have an engaging ability to explain the theory behind the music, without making dry, thus enhancing the experience of it. Wonderful! ❤
He really does, doesn’t he! He expresses admiration for talent unreservedly.
@@susanneg2824 Yes, and his enthusiasm really draws us into the music. He’s brilliant!
He is still performing in his 80's. And the voice is still there!
I am grateful to the person that suggested this! I think it is a stunning performance. I was crazy into the Beatles back in the day. Engelbert was on the periphery in those days for me. I don’t think you could have chosen a better performance. I haven’t seen another channel with such top notch analysis and you have a wonderful personality. Talent with passion. Tippy top!
What a voice. I’m rediscovering lots of music thanks to you Fil. I never took any notice of Engelbert when I was young. I’m glad I’m still around to hear what I missed 😊
Very interesting, I've been looking for a video like this for a long time. I've always known Engelbert is a great singer but I didn't have much knowledge as to exactly why
My favorite live performance by him by far. He improvised on this here and there if you know the studio version. Boy could he sing, up there with the best.
Extremely interesting to learn about this performance. I think the orchestra (not sure) was pre-recorded, but his singing is surely live! Thank you!
My aunt, who was a full grown adult by this time, had his poster on her bedroom wall. So sweet. I love him too!
There was a time when Engelbert Humperdinck was considered a great vocal. There are five very distinct male vocals- Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Mick Jagger, Rod Stewart, and Paul McCartney. Tom Jones and Engelbert Humperdinck were also very distinctive vocals. I'm not talking about the old crooners Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bing Crosby, and Andy Williams- also very distinctive vocals. Gene Vincent sounds a lot like Presley or Orbison.
Rock and roll is very different genre.
Sam Cooke was a a great vocal.
This was so interesting and enlightening. Of course, we, who love everything about Engelbert, are not one bit surprised to see and hear of the magnificence of his amazing voice. Thank you for this educational view and listen! 🥰❣
Thank you for covering this; an amazing singer .! Plenty of charisma on stage as performer as well and good sense of humor as a person .
NICE reaction!! And nice that you compared him with Tom Jones. They were sort of competing talents in the day. They both had variety shows during the same time period. A comedy magazine, MAD magazine, even poked fun at their unofficial rivalry, saying one point where Tom Jones wins, is signing autographs, (signs TOM JONES and then he's out of there, but Englebert gets tackled by over-zealous fans before he gets halfway through his first name!). I had a big crush on both of them. Great singers.
Great analysis as usual Fil. I always enjoyed listening to Engelbert. I always thought his voice was smoother than most of his contemporaries. A genuine talent with a distinctive voice. Many thanks
I saw him in concert back in the 70s. He had such a presence when he sang, charismatic and his voice was compelling in his delivery of the song in person. Love his music and some of my most favorite music from him was his gorgeous renditions of Christmas music.
Outstanding video. Engelbert came along with Tom Jones, another great vocalist.
Hope he watches this video. It’s really a tribute to him one of the greatest singers ever. Still doing amazing performances.
God, so many fabulously talented entertainers back then. I'm so glad all of the great artists I've gotten to experience in my lifetime.
He dazzles on “I’m a Better Man” by Burt Bacharach. Great video tribute to great singer.
I saw Englebert Humperdinck last year..the song he performed for his dear wife Patricia, was so poignant and I could hear his heartbreak in his every note…he has had an epic career, and I watch his videos often…he was a great entertainer and could do great impressions of other stars. My Grandmother’s songs were mostly his…she could belt as well as he could and it made doing dishes so much more fun singing his songs! He is getting big recognition right now..and started the sideburn trend my Dad even had them….he appeals to all generations..look out for his grand daughter Olivia..she’s going to be big I think!
You can always tell when Fil is enjoying a performance. He can't help smiling. Love it! 😉
Fil, you're one of the best yourself. Thanks for this analysis... absolutely intellectual candy!!
I love your appreciation of all kinds of singers and songs. Good man.
Wow! Just wow! I can’t say which I enjoyed more, listening to this amazing vocalist, or watching Fil listen to the music. What a fun experience!
My grandmother loved Engelbert and I was a Tom Jones fan, during the early 70’s. It’s great that they are both still alive and doing concerts! Brings back wonderful memories❤
You took me to school this day and it was a fabulous classroom event.
Englebert vocals are brilliant and you demonstrated that beautifully .
Just simply loved your presentation on a great performer.
Cheers.....from Boston USA
Thank you Fil for finally analyzing Engelbert Humperdinck! I have been asking for such a long time and what a pleasure to finally see. Your analysis was wonderful as always… To hear Engelbert Isolated voice says so much to his abilities, perfect pitch and what he’s able to do with his voice and breath control. He certainly deserves to be recognized for his outstanding artistry!
I remember well, first hearing his first world wide hit of "Release Me" mid 1960s and his first guest appearance on the Tom Jones show. The beautiful distinctive "sound" of his Please Release Me song instantly locked me in as an early fan. Again, I enjoyed your presentation of this man's wonderful voice.
I saw him a few years ago in concert! Excellent!