Agree....I am soooooo. Happy those were the best times. Married a white guy who played organ in a black band. Love it, love it. Wish funk would come back.
You are so right. I love nearly any type of music except country. I grew up in England and Motown was very popular and I had every type of record you could imagine.
@@TI-tl5qq grew up in the UK too,but I love classic country from the 60's and 70's, not the kind of stuff that's called 'country 'today. , You're missing out if you can't appreciate some Johnny,Charlie, George,Loretta, Tammy or Dolly!
Back in the 80s I was in the Army and four of us would go to the Rec Center, which isn't a place that had a basketball court and a weight lifting area, to my surprise it was a music center with about 6 or 7 sound proof rooms along with any musical instrument you could possibly think at our will!! I was, of course, shocked to see. We all went there to shoot some hoops, instead I asked my buddies if any of them could play, they all did! So, for the unbelievable price of $1.00 an hour we picked out Marshall amps, Fender Strats or Gibson Les Paul guitars and a bass. Inside each room was a drum kit. And these drum kits were incredible! I'm talking about 15 to 20 piece drum kits and top notch cymbals! It was nuts! Anyways...I played drums and discovering nobody could sing, I took it among myself to sing. We went on to playing all around Germany at the Armed Forces bases playing in numerous competitions. It was awesome! And yes, it's not easy for everyone who played drums to sing lead at the same time.
Cover of the Temps. This is an edit of a much longer version. Rare Earth was one of the "rare" white acts on Motown. Your wig reminds me you should do a reaction to Billy Preston "Will it Go 'Round in Circles".
The Temptations version is great , and the original- but Rare Earth's version is more forceful, and rock in- that is why it became a hit , years later!
Jamel, you just don’t know how much joy you bring to me and your other loyal fans. I’m so grateful that you are sharing your musical journey with us all. Much love to you brother, and stay safe!
"Get Ready" is a Motown song written by Smokey Robinson, which resulted in two hit records for the label: a U.S. #29 version by The Temptations in 1966, and a U.S. #4 version by Rare Earth in 1970.Oct 26, 2013
Anyone else talk to him when he has an "aha" moment? When Jamal aka Jamel says, "Wait wait wait!" I start talking to him like he's here. "YUP! YOU KNOW THIS SONG!" 🖤💖🖤
I start nodding and say something like “yup, you know it”, or if he doesn’t, just before a famous great part hits I smile really big and think: “he has no idea what is coming”...
The reason Rare Earth got a hold of "Get Ready" is because they were signed to Motown by Berry Gordy. In the early 70's, Gordy was looking to branch out and include white groups and singers among the Motown stable. Rare Earth was the most successful and thus the most famous of those groups. Sitting here right now I can't actually remember any of the other white Motown bands but I remember there were a few.
_""Get Ready" is a Motown song written by Smokey Robinson, which resulted in two hit records for the label: a U.S. No. 29 version by The Temptations in 1966, and a U.S. No. 4 version by Rare Earth in 1970."_ Source: Wikipedia.
Carolina , Oh YES WE DID !!!! The "New" Music can't even come close to putting a Shoe on to the Old Music , never mind tie a shoelace !!!! I'm 69 YO, Woodstock Era , I enjoy all Music of My Generation, Rock, Blues, Soul, Motown, and even some Jazz, you name it. The variety..... the fantastic musicians (yeah there are some excellent musicians today too, but it is just DIFFERENT). In fact, I challenged some young people at my place of business (all Pre-COVID of course), to name at least 3 Bands or personal performers for each letter of the alphabet.... They Failed unless....Their Parents introduced them to OUR Music. Allman Brothers to ZZ Top.... Can't be Beat
Yes, that crap they put out today has people too angry and all they want to do is do drugs and shoot someone. I was medically retired in 2018 and from driving for a living and this is one of the songs I loved to pick up in the night when I started feeling lazy behind the wheel.
This is an old Temptation song. This particular song by Rare Earth was a big hit when I was in high school. These guys did "Get Ready" with their own styie and did a real good job of it. Big props to Rare Earth. The song even sounds good today as I'm listening to it at my tender age of 64. LOVE PEACE & MUSIC. they were trying to get the message out.
Who originally sang Get Ready? The Temptations "Get Ready" is a Motown song written by Smokey Robinson, which resulted in two hit records for the label: a U.S. #29 version by The Temptations in 1966, and a U.S. #4 version by Rare Earth in 1970
Get Ready and (I Know) I'm Losing You were both covers of Temptation's songs but Rare Earth's versions were way more successful. Rare Earth was a phenomenal band in the studio and Live and as far as I know still holds the distinction of being the only all-white band signed by MOTOWN Records. They could do fusions of rock, R&B, jazz, had an unmatched stage presence with top musicianship, great vocals and positively dripped funk from every pore. They were a staple for parties when i was in high school back in medieval times 😁(1970-71).
"get ready" was originally done by THE TEMPTATIONS !!!!!!!!!!!! rare earth's "cover" version went as high as number 4 on the billboard charts in 1970-1971 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!,,,,,BOTH VERSIONS are super quality!!!!!!!!!
They sure did put some FUNK into this. This is so DAMN GOOD and the guy playing the drums and singing at the same time. I don't think I ever seen that. I just love this.
Brother "J"; you listening to the best rock and roll of all times!!!!! Got to remember in these days most bands played for the joy and love of it...... That's why these songs are timeless. Love the "Fro"
Has to be the 11 minute long version of (I Know) I’m Losing You. The radio edit cuts out the best parts of the song! This version: The 11 minute version. (Great organ in this!) czcams.com/video/hINtx2E6y6s/video.html
Played by the Temptations in 1966 written by Smokey Robinson. I saw Rare Earth in 1972 they open for Sly and the family stone at Madison Square Garden in NYC. Amazing concert from both bands.
This is one of the songs that the Doobie Brothers came out and jammed with them on. I was in the Air Force and 9 of us lived in a house off base in Clovis NM at Cannon AFB and we would all load up in a restored 1956 chevrolet panel truck in lawn chairs and drive the 2 hours to either Lubbock or Amarillo Texas where ever the concerts were and smoke a half a bag of pot on the way. I don't have to tell you that those were the days
Those were the days my friend we thought they’d never end we sing and dance forever and a day we live the life we choose we thought we never lose those were the days oh yes those were the days.
One time i went to White Sands and there were a bunch of people doing donuts in the sand and someone said said, "Oh those are just the guys from the Air Force base."
On the Rare Earth "In Concert" album, the band jams for 20+ minutes on "Get Ready". It is their signature performance. Each player, bass, guitar, sax, congas, takes a turn. That whole album is a blast! And yes, it was my "cruisin'" music in high school
LOL ! Hey man, is this your first "Blue Eyes Soul" experience ? Welcome to my generation, brother ! This was a happening song back in the day, and as you can see, it still holds up very well today. Good choice, and thanks for the memories and playing it !
I love most all music. Typically I do not want to music stopped to have people comment. However, your demeanor, your countenance, your smile, your sincerity always makes me smile... Can't have a bad day after listening to your show. I just enjoy what you do.
This was one of THE most popular songs in that era at the bars, it seemed every garage band had a version that they played. I lived in the Chicago area and I must have heard it a hundred times but it never stopped being exciting. Thanks for this episode ☮️
Eddie Kendricks of Temps did the original hi falsetto vocal. Rare Earth's version is great also. They were on Motown label actually. This drummer was a soulful singer for sure.
I think it was 1970 when we were stationed at McConnell AFB in Wichita, Kansas. Coolest youth center of any air force base we ever went to. I remember hearing this song on the jukebox a LOT! Loved it then, and love it now. Never knew the drummer was the lead singer, which adds to the cool factor! Always enjoy your reaction videos... please keep them coming!
Rare Earth's "Get Ready" is one of my all time favourite songs. One of my first albums, I think I got it in 1970. I listen to it usually every few months or so. Your review is awesome: you genuinely love the music and the people. It shows.
Peter Rivera had one of the most interesting voices in rock music at the time. The fact he was the drummer of the band on top of that amazing lead vocal is even more cool.
@@ujimajame4601 True! That CCR version of I Heard It Through The Grapevine was an epic 11 plus minutes. I used to recommend this song along with Peter Frampton's Do You Feel Like We Do? be played back to back for my DJ friends to use the restroom so that the music never stopped.
My brother introduced me to the Temptations version then my sister introduced me to Rare Earth. They are 14 & 15 years older than me, lol. I'm 60 now and love BOTH renditions.
Written by Smokey Robinson, “Get Ready” was first a hit for the Temptations, in 1966. Rare Earth, who were then known in and around Detroit as the Sunliners, added the song to their concert setlist that same year
as kids we were Motown addicts.. and Papa was a rollin stone was a firm favourite.. when R E did their version ,, it was ,,, outta site. Thank God I was born at the right time...
Oh dam. Your killing me Jamel! I just jumped up and started dancing in my bedroom! YES YES THE TEMPS DID IT FIRST BUT RARE EARTH ROCKED IT IT. U need tokcheck out the long version it has the best solo drum and guitar solos in the middle that jammmmmm ,, Peter rivera is wild ! Ohhh yeah...the extended version is the best 20 minutes of pure magic.
Get Ready" is a Motown song written by Smokey Robinson, which resulted in two hit records for the label: a U.S. No. 29 version by The Temptations in 1966, and a U.S. No.
Temptations did it in the 60s first. Rare Earth (also Motown artists) covered it early 70s. Now go watch Rare Earth do I Just Want To Celebrate, Their Hit!
one of my fav rare earth tunes in a live album full of them. Smokey Robinson wrote and produced it for Motown and the Temps in 66, and Rare Earth covered it amazingly well in 70. Drummer and lead singer is so rare, and especially with so much soul...
"Get Ready" is a Motown song written by Smokey Robinson, which resulted in two hit records for the label: a U.S. No. 29 version by The Temptations in 1966, and a U.S. No. 4 version by Rare Earth in 1970.
Temps released in 1966 and I love both versions great reaction even got a little temp moves from you...yea rare earth did it great justice thanks for taking the time...keep spreading the music
Saw them in concert at Weastern Michigan U. In Kalamazoo, Mi. Remember being surprised the drummer was the lead singer. A group called Sweat Hog opened. Debbie! Remember !?
I saw them at The Lake Front Theater in Mandeville, La. They are the only band I saw where the drummer was out front and the rest of the band was behind him. Great show !
Dude, sometime when you're just hangin' out, check out Rare Earth's official version of this song... over 21 minutes. It includes a pretty damn good, and very lengthy, drum solo. It was quite the thing in it's day. Still is.
@@ChrisLawton66 Hi. I checked it out. The long version of Get Ready is 21 minutes, 30 seconds. I decided I should also check out I'm Losing You... another good song. It's right at 11 minutes. Happy 4th
The Temptations did the song first back in 1966. It was written by Smokey Robinson. 3 years later, Rare Earth did their version of it. It came from their 3rd album called "Get Ready." That song was a live version. What you were hearing was a short version for a 45 record, but there is a long version of that same song that came from that album. Rare Earth signed into Motown back in 1968. In the early 70's, the band also did another Temptation cover version song called "I'm Losing You." Even they did a song that was also a big hit called "I Want to Celebrate."
"Get Ready" is a Motown song written by Smokey Robinson, which resulted in two hit records for the label: a U.S. No. 29 version by The Temptations in 1966 and a U.S. No. 4 version by Rare Earth in 1970. Rare Earth was the first all white group hired by Motown!
The Temps did do this Smokey Robinson first in 1966. Rare Earth released this much different version in 1970. (They were also at Motown). Peter Rivera, the drummer and lead singer of Rare Earth is still rocking and rolling.
Written by Smokey Robinson for The Temptations. The Temptations recorded it in 1966. Rare Earth recorded it in 1970. Both versions were put out by Motown.
YESSSSSS !!!! Another good one is by a dude named Lee Michaels..."Will you Be Happy or Will You Be Sad"...HE PLAYED THE HELL OUT OF THAT ORGAN !!! A LEGEND !! Another excellent tune is by Brian Auger and The Oblivion Express titled "Happiness is Just 'Round The Bend". It was a song that the R&B group the Stylistics (?) sung AND HE WROTE THE LYRICS.
People who can sing lead vocals and drum at the same time are freaks of nature, in a good way.
Makes me think of Levon Helm. Jamel needs to listen to The Band.
@@travisinthetrunk Yes, some The Band reactions!!! omg, Levon, what a human being.
Phil Collins
The Band
Roger Taylor Queen
The 1960's and 70's were when "white music" and "black music" came together as "music."
Agree....I am soooooo. Happy those were the best times. Married a white guy who played organ in a black band. Love it, love it. Wish funk would come back.
You are so right. I love nearly any type of music except country. I grew up in England and Motown was very popular and I had every type of record you could imagine.
Memphis had Staxx, Detroit had Motown and AMERICA had MUSIC
@@TI-tl5qq grew up in the UK too,but I love classic country from the 60's and 70's, not the kind of stuff that's called 'country 'today. , You're missing out if you can't appreciate some Johnny,Charlie, George,Loretta, Tammy or Dolly!
@@lelleithmurray235 well almost all country music! : ) That said there isso much good music out there I dont have time for country.
Rare Earth was a great soul rock band. Playing the drums and singing lead vocals is not easy.
Say that all the time. By the word in the dictionary, groovy, is a pic of Rare Earth. Love this group's name!!!! Yes this is a cover.
The vibe is absolute pure joy. Now listen to I'm Loosing You and Celebrate!!!!
Both. Yes. And both are musical blessings.
The Temptations couldn’t do it this powerful! Drummer is killing it with his vocals and drums! Awesome
For sure, different style. And I like it!
Back in the 80s I was in the Army and four of us would go to the Rec Center, which isn't a place that had a basketball court and a weight lifting area, to my surprise it was a music center with about 6 or 7 sound proof rooms along with any musical instrument you could possibly think at our will!! I was, of course, shocked to see. We all went there to shoot some hoops, instead I asked my buddies if any of them could play, they all did! So, for the unbelievable price of $1.00 an hour we picked out Marshall amps, Fender Strats or Gibson Les Paul guitars and a bass. Inside each room was a drum kit. And these drum kits were incredible! I'm talking about 15 to 20 piece drum kits and top notch cymbals! It was nuts! Anyways...I played drums and discovering nobody could sing, I took it among myself to sing.
We went on to playing all around Germany at the Armed Forces bases playing in numerous competitions. It was awesome! And yes, it's not easy for everyone who played drums to sing lead at the same time.
Yeah, but the Rare Earth version was a lot better! Rarely do i say that on remakes.
Rare Earth is one of the most underappreciated bands in history.
Bingo 😎
U ain't just A shining me my brother
Shining is the wrong word .I said u ain't Just shiting me my brother
Temptations made the song in 1966, Smokey Robinson wrote it.
Says who?
Cover of the Temps. This is an edit of a much longer version. Rare Earth was one of the "rare" white acts on Motown. Your wig reminds me you should do a reaction to Billy Preston "Will it Go 'Round in Circles".
The drum solo kicks ass.
Billy Preston's "Will It Go 'Round In Circles" totally jams.
Absolutely on Billy Preston! He needs to be sure to do a video of it for the full effect! LOL
Yes! Definitely some Billy Preston.
Billy Preston is the 5th Beatle.
The Temptations version is great , and the original- but Rare Earth's version is more forceful, and rock in- that is why it became a hit , years later!
Pete Rivera, the lead singer, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame--he more than deserves it!
Jamel, you just don’t know how much joy you bring to me and your other loyal fans. I’m so grateful that you are sharing your musical journey with us all. Much love to you brother, and stay safe!
Well said, reminds me of my first time hearing this music from a third person point of view.
Exactly, Crystal. I listen to Jamel every night before I go to bed because then I can smile and rest easy.
Jamal is my new Spirit Animal.💖
Well said!
The Temptations made it first, it was written by Smokey Robinson.
Temptations '66 ...Rare Earth '68. Smokey writes gold! 🌈🌉👍😘🎶💞😉
Was that the 50's or the 60's?
They remade it and did a fine job!
@@Leahb41 1973
@@debbieworrell-husted2628 Oh ok thanks I wasn't sure when it came out.
WITH ALL DUE RESPECT, this is my favorite rendition.
Mine too.
The long version takes up the whole side of the album which is over 20 minutes long. It came out in 1970. I wish I could go back to 1970.
You and me both. I'd go back in a flash.
I wish I go back w/ you … what a great era that was
My mind is still in the 70's. Only my body moved on unfortunately.
"Get Ready" is a Motown song written by Smokey Robinson, which resulted in two hit records for the label: a U.S. #29 version by The Temptations in 1966, and a U.S. #4 version by Rare Earth in 1970.Oct 26, 2013
I think that's what he Axed for...and u helping me too... ❤️
Thanks for the info
YES. .. close to the edge. Ya gotta check it out. It is a masterpiece of progressive rock
Yup!
Thanks for info....
Anyone else talk to him when he has an "aha" moment? When Jamal aka Jamel says, "Wait wait wait!" I start talking to him like he's here. "YUP! YOU KNOW THIS SONG!" 🖤💖🖤
Lmao--Yep
Usually leads with a big smile and nod
Ha ha ha ha ha...Just EVERY time! 🤣
I do :)
I start nodding and say something like “yup, you know it”, or if he doesn’t, just before a famous great part hits I smile really big and think: “he has no idea what is coming”...
The reason Rare Earth got a hold of "Get Ready" is because they were signed to Motown by Berry Gordy. In the early 70's, Gordy was looking to branch out and include white groups and singers among the Motown stable. Rare Earth was the most successful and thus the most famous of those groups. Sitting here right now I can't actually remember any of the other white Motown bands but I remember there were a few.
I love this fact for music trivia!
Dennis Coffey Played for Motown bands. Idk if his band-Detroit Guitar band-were with Motown. They released Scorpio and Taurus.
_""Get Ready" is a Motown song written by Smokey Robinson, which resulted in two hit records for the label: a U.S. No. 29 version by The Temptations in 1966, and a U.S. No. 4 version by Rare Earth in 1970."_
Source: Wikipedia.
The Tare Earth version was 1968.
Typo - Rare Earth
@@vincentk4259 ok. wiki needs to correct that date then. I only quoted wiki.
Most excellent. Ty
@@gibberish1551 I thought it was 1970, also.
Jamel,
Rare Earth was Barry Gordy’s “white” Motown group that did several Motown Classics!
Motown had many other white acts as well during this time ..but Rare Earth were really the main ones that had hit records
Berry.
I agree.
Actually it was produced by Norman Winfield.
@@redzwestisbest They were the first I believe.
Damn, we really did grow up with the best music!!!
Yes we did!!!
You said it !!!!
Carolina , Oh YES WE DID !!!! The "New" Music can't even come close to putting a Shoe on to the Old Music , never mind tie a shoelace !!!! I'm 69 YO, Woodstock Era , I enjoy all Music of My Generation, Rock, Blues, Soul, Motown, and even some Jazz, you name it. The variety..... the fantastic musicians (yeah there are some excellent musicians today too, but it is just DIFFERENT). In fact, I challenged some young people at my place of business (all Pre-COVID of course), to name at least 3 Bands or personal performers for each letter of the alphabet.... They Failed unless....Their Parents introduced them to OUR Music. Allman Brothers to ZZ Top.... Can't be Beat
Yes we did, I’m so grateful for being born in 1951.
Yes, that crap they put out today has people too angry and all they want to do is do drugs and shoot someone. I was medically retired in 2018 and from driving for a living and this is one of the songs I loved to pick up in the night when I started feeling lazy behind the wheel.
One of the first songs you learn as a drummer. Fantastic rhythm.
This is an old Temptation song. This particular song by Rare Earth was a big hit when I was in high school. These guys did "Get Ready" with their own styie and did a real good job of it. Big props to Rare Earth. The song even sounds good today as I'm listening to it at my tender age of 64. LOVE PEACE & MUSIC. they were trying to get the message out.
I had no idea it was the drummer that sang this. Forgot what a GROOVY song this was! Thank you! I loved this song back in the day.
Super hard to drum and sing, since you aren't playing any of the melody.
Peter Rivera
I didn’t either. That was very cool!
Temptation's did it first , Rare Earth is no joke, it do'nt get any better than this. These England boy's are Bad!
You are right! So many great songs started in the 50’s and 60’s! LOVED that band too!
Who originally sang Get Ready?
The Temptations
"Get Ready" is a Motown song written by Smokey Robinson, which resulted in two hit records for the label: a U.S. #29 version by The Temptations in 1966, and a U.S. #4 version by Rare Earth in 1970
They all did great songs. I love how they all gave their touch in it. We are more connected than we know...
Isn't that wonderful.
I always say music is the universal language
That's right 😊
The only “white band” signed by Motown
Nope. There were several. They were just the most successful.
Rare Earth was the first
Get Ready and (I Know) I'm Losing You were both covers of Temptation's songs but Rare Earth's versions were way more successful. Rare Earth was a phenomenal band in the studio and Live and as far as I know still holds the distinction of being the only all-white band signed by MOTOWN Records. They could do fusions of rock, R&B, jazz, had an unmatched stage presence with top musicianship, great vocals and positively dripped funk from every pore. They were a staple for parties when i was in high school back in medieval times 😁(1970-71).
Yes, The Temptations recorded it first. I like this version better, but that's the rocker in me! Great job, Jamal!!! 👍👍🎵🎶🎶
Vanilla Fudge - You Keep Me Hanging On
Prepare yourself for that one! 🤞😁
Do Rare Earth’s “I’m Losing You”!
Oh yeah
The Temptations did do this song in 1966. I think it’s a great song but I think Rare Earth bumped it up and notch and made it funkier!
"get ready" was originally done by THE TEMPTATIONS !!!!!!!!!!!! rare earth's "cover" version went as high as number 4 on the billboard charts in 1970-1971 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!,,,,,BOTH VERSIONS are super quality!!!!!!!!!
You would love the song, 'Hold Your Head Up' by Argent......lots of ORGAN.
Good call!
They sure did put some FUNK into this. This is so DAMN GOOD and the guy playing the drums and singing at the same time. I don't think I ever seen that. I just love this.
Brother "J"; you listening to the best rock and roll of all times!!!!! Got to remember in these days most bands played for the joy and love of it...... That's why these songs are timeless. Love the "Fro"
This has got to be one of the happiest comment sections on CZcams
You're right! It feels good to be in this good vibe he has created and all of us share.
"I Just Want to Celebrate" and "I Know (I'm losing you)--another Temptations cover - check those by RARE EARTH J!
Has to be the 11 minute long version of (I Know) I’m Losing You. The radio edit cuts out the best parts of the song! This version:
The 11 minute version. (Great organ in this!)
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@@WilliamTheMovieFan You are right, but I don't think Jamel has time for that length; even though it IS the better version.
Shawn Schroeder I hope he has the time. I felt cheated after I heard the long version. It’s like a different song!
@@WilliamTheMovieFan agreed, I have it on the original LP pressing going thru some late 70's Pioneer gear; sounds amazing.
@@shawnschroeder549 czcams.com/video/fqZ-hDJHbQ0/video.html
Played by the Temptations in 1966 written by Smokey Robinson. I saw Rare Earth in 1972 they open for Sly and the family stone at Madison Square Garden in NYC. Amazing concert from both bands.
YES...Please listen to the long version...The organ, drums, and horns get crazy!!
This is one of the songs that the Doobie Brothers came out and jammed with them on. I was in the Air Force and 9 of us lived in a house off base in Clovis NM at Cannon AFB and we would all load up in a restored 1956 chevrolet panel truck in lawn chairs and drive the 2 hours to either Lubbock or Amarillo Texas where ever the concerts were and smoke a half a bag of pot on the way. I don't have to tell you that those were the days
Shirley Kelly, four finger dime bags.
Those were the days my friend we thought they’d never end we sing and dance forever and a day we live the life we choose we thought we never lose those were the days oh yes those were the days.
Shirley Kelly What an awesome story. Thank you for your service.🇺🇸
Good old Clovia and Cannon. I spent a lot of time out there late 90s.
One time i went to White Sands and there were a bunch of people doing donuts in the sand and someone said said, "Oh those are just the guys from the Air Force base."
Back in the day, we called groups like Rare Earth, Righteous Bros., Average White Band, etc. blue eyed soul.
Right On. I remember. Now at my age, seeing them live way back, gee, they're sexy.
I grew up with this dude! Black and white,music brings us together!😄😄😄😄
"Get Ready' was the opening song for the Temptations' live stage show, and yes, they did it first. Rare Earth came later.
The full 21min. version is a stone, cold groove. And my following statement isn't made lightly. This version is superior to The Temptations' version.
Charles 1968 .... I totally agree with no disrespect to the fabulous Temptations!
It is Charles 1968. I still have the album.
FACT my knowledgeable friend.
The only "white band" signed by Barry Gordy.
WRONG
NO, just the FIRST white band signed by Barry Gordy............
@@redzwestisbest Tell us
Nope, ask Tommy Chong.
Didn't Barry Gordy create a "white label" named Rare Earth?
70's version. These W.B.'s are amazing!!!!!
The Temptations sang this in 1966 and Rare Earth released their version in 1970 .. Smokey Robinson wrote it for the Temptations
On the Rare Earth "In Concert" album, the band jams for 20+ minutes on "Get Ready". It is their signature performance. Each player, bass, guitar, sax, congas, takes a turn. That whole album is a blast! And yes, it was my "cruisin'" music in high school
It was the absolute best!
the 8 people who gave this song a thumbs down as of july 3,2020 at 7:34 P.M. are NOT READY ( no pun intended) for quality,vintage music!!!!!!!!!
Those 8 people obviously don’t know real music, good music, soul music.
5 months later and up to 26 thumbs down - and 6100 likes!
LOL ! Hey man, is this your first "Blue Eyes Soul" experience ? Welcome to my generation, brother !
This was a happening song back in the day, and as you can see, it still holds up very well today. Good choice, and thanks for the memories and playing it !
Rare Earth was the first concert I ever went to, Fantastic Band. Peter is a fantastic drummer and singer.
Jamel, RARE EARTH was an amazing group back in the 70's. And yet so unappreciated. Check out their song, "I know I'm losing you"
Also a Tempts tune
I couldn't skate,but they use to play the shit outta this at a skating rink in Lorain, Ohio.
This song is a staple on the British Northern Soul scene. Now THAT’s a rabbit hole worth falling into! Keep the faith!
I love most all music. Typically I do not want to music stopped to have people comment.
However, your demeanor, your countenance, your smile, your sincerity always makes me smile... Can't have a bad day after listening to your show.
I just enjoy what you do.
This was one of THE most popular songs in that era at the bars, it seemed every garage band had a version that they played. I lived in the Chicago area and I must have heard it a hundred times but it never stopped being exciting. Thanks for this episode ☮️
The sixties and seventies was such a great time for music. Oh, Andy and Alex requested the we let you know they love your reactions as do I!
Eddie Kendricks of Temps did the original hi falsetto vocal. Rare Earth's version is great also. They were on Motown label actually. This drummer was a soulful singer for sure.
Saw rare earth I. 1984 at a club in El paso TX. I was stationed at Ft Bliss. One of the best concerts I've ever been to! Love rare earth!
I think it was 1970 when we were stationed at McConnell AFB in Wichita, Kansas. Coolest youth center of any air force base we ever went to. I remember hearing this song on the jukebox a LOT! Loved it then, and love it now. Never knew the drummer was the lead singer, which adds to the cool factor! Always enjoy your reaction videos... please keep them coming!
Another great one from Rare Earth is called "I Just Want to Celebrate". You'll really like that one.
Looking like a child of the 60’s, great song, remember it well ! 🎶🎧. Yes Temptations
Rare Earth's "Get Ready" is one of my all time favourite songs. One of my first albums, I think I got it in 1970. I listen to it usually every few months or so. Your review is awesome: you genuinely love the music and the people. It shows.
Great to see your look 😁. Thanks for recognizing these guys
Check out the group Ten Years After featuring Alvin Lee. What a group.RIP
Peter Rivera had one of the most interesting voices in rock music at the time. The fact he was the drummer of the band on top of that amazing lead vocal is even more cool.
Peter Hoorelbeke(AKA Peter Rivera)along with Grand Funk's Don Brewer(also a drummer)were some of my favorite vocalists.
Smokey Robinson wrote it Motown and 1966 Temptons but Rare Earth started recording under Motown and 1970 #4 version of the song was made
If you loved this you should listen to the Full recording of Rare Earth's Live version of GET READY... All 21:28 minutes of it. It will floor you! 🤩
Saw these guys in the 90’s at a very small venue. Was only vaguely familiar with their songs,. Man, they kicked ass!!
Spencer Davis Groups "I'm a Man" is of the same genre as Rare Earth. Chicago did a longer cover version of it in '69.
And don't forget Creedance Clearwater Revival's long version of "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" and Vanilla Fudge's "You Keep Me Hangin' On."
@@ujimajame4601 True! That CCR version of I Heard It Through The Grapevine was an epic 11 plus minutes. I used to recommend this song along with Peter Frampton's Do You Feel Like We Do? be played back to back for my DJ friends to use the restroom so that the music never stopped.
Yeah chicago ruined that song
Rare Earth and the Flaming Embers, are 2 GREAT Detroit Bands, Blue Eye Soul and hit records that appealed to many.
My brother introduced me to the Temptations version then my sister introduced me to Rare Earth. They are 14 & 15 years older than me, lol. I'm 60 now and love BOTH renditions.
Personally, I love the long version of this song, by Rare Earth.
Who wouldn't like the long version of a song?
“I’m Losing You” should be next. Great guitar solo.
Written by Smokey Robinson, “Get Ready” was first a hit for the Temptations, in 1966. Rare Earth, who were then known in and around Detroit as the Sunliners, added the song to their concert setlist that same year
as kids we were Motown addicts.. and Papa was a rollin stone was a firm favourite.. when R E did their version ,, it was ,,, outta site. Thank God I was born at the right time...
Oh dam. Your killing me Jamel! I just jumped up and started dancing in my bedroom! YES YES THE TEMPS DID IT FIRST BUT RARE EARTH ROCKED IT IT. U need tokcheck out the long version it has the best solo drum and guitar solos in the middle that jammmmmm ,, Peter rivera is wild ! Ohhh yeah...the extended version is the best 20 minutes of pure magic.
Get Ready" is a Motown song written by Smokey Robinson, which resulted in two hit records for the label: a U.S. No. 29 version by The Temptations in 1966, and a U.S. No.
You right about the song ,The Temptation sang it at 1966 and then Rare Earth cover at 1970 .
I love your
Work thanks for the memories! They rocked and you sir rock...
Janel you would’ve had a riot in the 70s every genre of music so much FUN!
AKA Janel LOL!
Temptations did it in the 60s first. Rare Earth (also Motown artists) covered it early 70s.
Now go watch Rare Earth do I Just Want To Celebrate, Their Hit!
one of my fav rare earth tunes in a live album full of them. Smokey Robinson wrote and produced it for Motown and the Temps in 66, and Rare Earth covered it amazingly well in 70. Drummer and lead singer is so rare, and especially with so much soul...
I have watched this reaction video probably 20 times. It makes my day EVERY. TIME!
Oh that voice!! And drumming at the same time.
Right!
In 1998 I hired the guy on tambourine. Great guy, he was a navy seal in Vietnam.
"Get Ready" is a Motown song written by Smokey Robinson, which resulted in two hit records for the label: a U.S. No. 29 version by The Temptations in 1966, and a U.S. No. 4 version by Rare Earth in 1970.
Temps released in 1966 and I love both versions great reaction even got a little temp moves from you...yea rare earth did it great justice thanks for taking the time...keep spreading the music
Rare Earth. One of my all time faves. Hell yeah.
"I'm Losing You"...also done by the Temptations but Rare Earth put their own spin on it...
Saw them in concert at Weastern Michigan U. In Kalamazoo, Mi. Remember being surprised the drummer was the lead singer. A group called Sweat Hog opened. Debbie! Remember !?
I saw them at The Lake Front Theater in Mandeville, La. They are the only band I saw where the drummer was out front and the rest of the band was behind him. Great show !
Dude, sometime when you're just hangin' out, check out Rare Earth's official version of this song... over 21 minutes. It includes a pretty damn good, and very lengthy, drum solo. It was quite the thing in it's day. Still is.
Isn't that "I'm Losing You" "?
@@ChrisLawton66 Hi. I checked it out. The long version of Get Ready is 21 minutes, 30 seconds. I decided I should also check out I'm Losing You... another good song. It's right at 11 minutes. Happy 4th
Yep
I'm pretty sure there is a 21 minute cut of every Rare Earth song ; )
The Temptations did the song first back in 1966. It was written by Smokey Robinson. 3 years later, Rare Earth did their version of it. It came from their 3rd album called "Get Ready." That song was a live version. What you were hearing was a short version for a 45 record, but there is a long version of that same song that came from that album. Rare Earth signed into Motown back in 1968. In the early 70's, the band also did another Temptation cover version song called "I'm Losing You." Even they did a song that was also a big hit called "I Want to Celebrate."
Look for the live version. It's over 21 mins long. The solo part for each instrument is a beast.
Loved Rare Earth and had all their albums. Think the lead singer, Pete Rivera, has the most amazing voice. RIP Gil Bridges.
I liked this just for the hair.
"Get Ready" is a Motown song written by Smokey Robinson, which resulted in two hit records for the label: a U.S. No. 29 version by The Temptations in 1966 and a U.S. No. 4 version by Rare Earth in 1970.
Rare Earth was the first all white group hired by Motown!
Damn this song is great, I’ve heard it a lot on classic rock radio... never knew the drummer was the singer, wow
Canned Heat, Head East, Uriah Heep! You broke the seventh seal!
The Temps did do this Smokey Robinson first in 1966. Rare Earth released this much different version in 1970. (They were also at Motown). Peter Rivera, the drummer and lead singer of Rare Earth is still rocking and rolling.
Written by Smokey Robinson for The Temptations. The Temptations recorded it in 1966. Rare Earth recorded it in 1970. Both versions were put out by Motown.
The Temptations originally recorded this, but it was lost among their other hits. Norman Winfield produced Rare Earth productions.
Whitfield didn't produce this.
You must react to “The Band”. The Weight, I Shall Be Released, The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down, Don’t Do It.
Yes he needs to do that!
YESSSSSS !!!!
Another good one is by a dude named Lee Michaels..."Will you Be Happy or Will You Be Sad"...HE PLAYED THE HELL OUT OF THAT ORGAN !!!
A LEGEND !!
Another excellent tune is by Brian Auger and The Oblivion Express titled "Happiness is Just 'Round The Bend". It was a song that the R&B group the Stylistics (?) sung
AND HE WROTE THE LYRICS.
"It Makes No Difference" by The Band is my all-time favorite.
@@valerieneal2747 Lee Michaels "Do You Know What I Mean" is the greatest