Englebert Humperdink tickets go on sale today.

Suzy · #1 05-05-2010, 10:15 AM

Englebert Humperdink tickets go on sale today. Hurry up tickets are going fast.
For Qld Contact Qtix on 136 246, if you can't get through, get them on line (Registration only takes a few minuites) at http:///www.qpac.com.au/event/Englebert_10.aspx
For other states, have a look here http:///www.undercover.com.au/News-Story.aspx?id=10799

Concert is in November, and I can't wait! Isn't this guy so amazing?!

AdrianF (Adrian) · #2 05-05-2010, 10:17 AM

Who

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Adrian

MikeyB (Michael) · #3 05-05-2010, 11:04 AM

World famous in NZ for the original version of the unofficial national anthem:

Ten Guitars

AdrianF (Adrian) · #4 05-05-2010, 06:25 PM

Why would anyone change their name from Arnold Dorsey to Englebert Humperdinck?

Adrian

MikeyB (Michael) · #5 05-05-2010, 07:12 PM

I guess because in a crowded marketplace of 60's wannabe pop idols, it made him stand out like a sore thumb. His canny manager Gordon Mills (who'd made his fortune and reputation after renaming and promoting little-known Welsh singer Thomas Woodward, as Tom Jones), realised that people who came to laugh, would stay to listen, once they heard that velvet voice.

DavidTrap (David) · #6 05-05-2010, 07:35 PM

Ok,

I just went and listened to Ten Guitars - after hearing the words, I'm not sure why this would be an unofficial NZ anthem???

Please explain? Curious really?

DT

MikeyB (Michael) · #7 05-05-2010, 09:03 PM

Nice strum-along rhythm for a guitar, easy to sing, easy to play, simple lyrics (and everybody knows them), add beer = a good, old-fashioned Kiwi party.

DavidTrap (David) · #8 05-05-2010, 09:19 PM

Ta for that,

Just making sure I wasn't missing a hidden meaning or message. I'm often guilty of that.

DT

Jen · #9 05-05-2010, 09:30 PM

who the hell is that

sounds something like a weirdo with a name like that

astroron (Ron) · #10 05-05-2010, 09:44 PM

There are two Engelbirt Humperdinks
This one from the 19century
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Engelbert_Humperdinck
This one Suzy is talking about

The woman loved him in the1960's and 70's
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Engelbe...k_%28singer%29

astroron (Ron) · #11 05-05-2010, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Jen

who the hell is that

sounds something like a weirdo with a name like that

Jen,Maralyn Manson, Johnny Rotton, Bono,Pink Floyd, Def Leopard,PINK and numerous other weird names are normal in RocknRoll/Pop music

At least he could sing

Jen · #12 05-05-2010, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by astroron

Jen,Maralyn Manson, Johnny Rotton, Bono,Pink Floyd, Def Leopard,PINK and numerous other weird names are normal in RocknRoll/Pop music

At least he could sing

and yes they are all weirdo's in there own way

Jeffkop (Jeff) · #13 06-05-2010, 07:32 AM

Wow

... ole Englebert STILL woowin the girls ... this probably means he HASNT lost his everything ................. but must be bloody close

adman (Adam) · #14 06-05-2010, 07:45 AM

I'm not sure what shocks me more - the fact that he's still performing, or the fact that he is still alive...

Ric · #15 06-05-2010, 09:23 AM

74 and not out.

Good on him for getting out there, he's enjoying his chosen profession.

Suzy · #16 06-05-2010, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Ric

74 and not out.

Good on him for getting out there, he's enjoying his chosen profession.

He's 74??? Gosh he's holding his age well! He will always woo the women no matter what age he is.

He is the master of romantic music. I wonder who even comes close?

I'd probably say Andre Rieu, though it's a different style of music, but woo and romance, all the same.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DavidTrap

Ok,

I just went and listened to Ten Guitars - after hearing the words, I'm not sure why this would be an unofficial NZ anthem???

Please explain? Curious really?

DT

Phew! I'm glad someone asked that question... for the life of me I couldn't work that one out myself. I love the song but

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Originally Posted by AdrianF

Why would anyone change their name from Arnold Dorsey to Englebert Humperdinck?

Adrian

I did not know this.... Gosh I don't think the name Arnold Dorsey suits him at all. Even though E.H. is a weird name, for some reason, with him it works, and works well. Completely takes away from the image. I don't know what I am more surprised with - that or Astro Ron saying someone else shares the same name!

Liz · #17 06-05-2010, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Ric

74 and not out.

Good on him for getting out there, he's enjoying his chosen profession.

Well, I hear that 74 is the new 60.

renormalised (Carl) · #18 06-05-2010, 10:21 AM

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He is the master of romantic music. I wonder who even comes close?

Barry White

AstralTraveller (David) · #19 06-05-2010, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Suzy

......
I did not know this.... Gosh I don't think the name Arnold Dorsey suits him at all. Even though E.H. is a weird name, for some reason, with him it works, and works well. Completely takes away from the image. I don't know what I am more surprised with - that or Astro Ron saying someone else shares the same name!

It seemed to be a fashion around that time to use historical names for bands. Two that come to mind are Jethro Tull and Uriah Heep.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jethro_Tull_%28band%29
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jethro_...riculturist%29

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uriah_Heep_%28band%29
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uriah_Heep

Suzy · #20 06-05-2010, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by renormalised

Barry White

Nearly forgot Tom Jones too! But Humperdink's voice was full of richness, depth and smoothness. I still think he beats them all.

Sorry - I meant today - who would even come close, aside from Andre today? The complete package: music, image, looks. Oh, I just thought of one.. Michael Buble. Can't think of anyone else though.