Righteous Brothers -- Unchained Melody (Live, 1965) (Picture and Sound Restored)
Bobby Hatfield of the Righteous Brothers performs his classic hit, "Unchained Melody." This is a live performance on NBC-TV's The Andy Williams Show in 1965 when the song was hot on the top 40 charts.
The Righteous Brothers were a duo comprised of Bill Medley (the tall, dark-haired guy with the bass-baritone voice) and Bobby Hatfield (seen as a solo performer in this video). When the two performed together on such hits as "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling" and "(You're My) Soul and Inspiration," magic happened. Their two very different voices created amazing harmonies that helped to define the sound that came to be known as "Blue-Eyed Soul."
The Righteous Brothers are an iconic American musical duo known for their emotive ballads and soulful sound, especially prominent in the 1960s. The duo was originally composed of Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield. They are widely regarded as pioneers of blue-eyed soul—soul music performed by white artists—blending elements of pop, rock, and R&B.
"Unchained Melody" (1965): Probably their most famous song, it became a massive hit after its release and is often associated with the film Ghost (1990), where it played a prominent role in a memorable scene.
"You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'" (1964): Written by Phil Spector, Barry Mann, and Cynthia Weil, this song became one of the most enduring hits of the 1960s. It’s frequently cited as one of the greatest pop songs of all time.
Musical Style: Their music often featured lush orchestration, soaring harmonies, and powerful vocal performances. Medley and Hatfield’s voices blended beautifully, with Medley typically taking on the deep, soulful lead and Hatfield delivering the higher, soaring harmonies.
Phil Spector's Influence: The duo worked closely with legendary producer Phil Spector, particularly during the peak of their fame. Spector's "Wall of Sound" production style helped shape the lush, emotive feel of many Righteous Brothers hits.
Legacy: The Righteous Brothers became a significant part of American pop and soul music history, continuing to perform and record even after their initial success. The duo was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003.
Bobby Hatfield passed away in 2003, leaving Bill Medley to continue performing under the Righteous Brothers name with a new partner, Bucky Heard. Medley and Heard continue to tour as the Righteous Brothers today.
The Righteous Brothers’ influence remains strong in pop and soul music, with their songs still being celebrated in movies, commercials, and cover versions.
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