The Life and Death of Benny Mardones

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Ed Collects

11 ай бұрын

The late, great, Benny Mardones.
#bennymardones
#intothenight

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@BeatriceBrown-lq4dr 11 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness, thank you so much, that's very generous! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

@RoseorRosieHWeinstein Ай бұрын

Rest in Peace darling 😢😘💕

@jliz6435 11 ай бұрын

One of the most underrated rock singer’s of all time 😢

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

Absolutely he was an amazing singer! 👊

@kevinkwiatkowski7197 10 ай бұрын

@@EdCollectsin the league with Mick Jagger and Robert plant

@LaVander-bl5ej 10 ай бұрын

" Into the Night" is still one of the top 10 couples/slow rollerskating songs of all time. Definitely in the top 5. And thank you for clearing up the background of the song.

@EdCollects 10 ай бұрын

@@LaVander-bl5ej no problem, thanks for watching!

@TimeVextorX 16 күн бұрын

@@LaVander-bl5ej I remember they played it at my local roller skating den. I'm glad he gave more to the backstory I already knew but I see other channels attacked poor Benny called him a groomer without a single thought about the backstory.

@laurastrobel718 11 ай бұрын

I didn't know much about Benny, but Into The Night is one of the greatest power ballads of all time. Thanks for remembering him. RIP 💖🌹🕊️🌈

@JavierJara-do3rz 9 ай бұрын

No es balada es pop rock

@user-hl4tk6oy7d 5 ай бұрын

@@JavierJara-do3rz He was bueno. No way anybody would ever be like him.

@fightstance411 Ай бұрын

About the 16 year old? Lol

@Carinae226 Ай бұрын

@@fightstance411🎯🎯🎯

@jennifermanns5645 11 ай бұрын

God bless him for serving in nam. He had a great singing voice, also. Good hearts are rare, too. U r missed😢.

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

He seemed like a genuinely good person 👊👊

@ukmedicfrcs 9 ай бұрын

@@EdCollectsWhy did he seem like a good man?

@susanmead2219 11 ай бұрын

I'm knocked out that he was able to help the mother with 3 kids.

@RosamariaArrojo 5 ай бұрын

And he did it without asking for anything in return, except for the young girl walking his dog (for which he paid her $50 a week)!!❤

@RicardoBrown-uq1vj Ай бұрын

Walk his dog😂😂

@luvme2 11 ай бұрын

The song was a big hit. I'm a black female in the 80's I listened to a lot of white artists music. ❤

@analuisatorres1562 10 ай бұрын

Music is Universal…

@XRakkgruntX 5 ай бұрын

You’re right, it really was and is a cool song. My GF sings it all the time, drives me nuts but I never say a word because it means something to her also. (Benny sings it beautifully)

@luvme2 5 ай бұрын

@@XRakkgruntX ❤️❤️

@Blustone60 3 ай бұрын

Music is a spiritual thread and this was culturally universal too. I grew up in Detroit white and 1980 I left for the military and my girlfriend who meant EVERYTHING to me her dad separated us literally in his eyes I wasn't enough and she just turned 17 living under his roof so he won. I was attempting suicide right after he physically got between us said I'd never see her again, but praise Jesus that night Jesus saved me and stopped me. I loved this song always reminded me of her and my experience. God I loved her.

@jb400years4 2 ай бұрын

Congrats

@moddie6783 11 ай бұрын

I absolutely love " into the night". Still listen to this classic epic song. And yes. His voice was/is phenomenal.

@user-ty2xv6xw8j 11 ай бұрын

That was mine & my husband 's song..he just passed away 😢

@moddie6783 11 ай бұрын

@@user-ty2xv6xw8j I am sorry for your loss. I know how it feels. My husband of 25 years passed away in 09. It still feels fresh and just like yesterday sometimes. Virtual hug. 🙏

@user-ty2xv6xw8j 10 ай бұрын

@@moddie6783 Thank you..and a virtual hug back 🤗

@YAHWINSINTHEEND 9 ай бұрын

He was a pedophile, practically a senior citizen crooning about his “love” for a 16 year old child but I guess that’s right up your alley.

@LaVanderou812 5 ай бұрын

One of my favorite couples' roller skating songs.

@connieblackmon3932 11 ай бұрын

probably the closest voice I've ever heard that could come close to Steve Perry.

@MalakaProtos33 5 ай бұрын

Not even close.

@willhorting5317 5 ай бұрын

Why do so many people compare him to Perry? I have listened to both for decades. And while I thoroughly enjoy both singers, they sound nothing alike...in my opinion.

@beththompson2188 3 ай бұрын

@@willhorting5317I don’t think he sounds like Steve Perry but he sure reminds me of him. I think it’s his mannerisms and looks. They are two very different singers though.

@trampasgriffinify 3 ай бұрын

Thats what I said. He is chilean and Steve is Portuguese. He would have had a better voice than steve but benny smoked too much. Thats why his voice cracks a little. I would like to hear steve do a cover of into the night.

@donna1493 Ай бұрын

I was and still am a big Perry fan BUT I can take the best song he ever sung and in my opinion, it’s nit better than Into the Night by Benny… just saying. Perry is a great technical singer, but the feeling and range from Benny in this song can’t be touched.

@whitsundaydreaming 11 ай бұрын

Bless his heart he kept performing that song until he could barley get the words out. He really believed in it and it was his identity.

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

Absolutely! I'd be proud of that song also 👊👊👊

@ukmedicfrcs 9 ай бұрын

Creepy old man

@donna1493 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for explaining the song lyrics, lots of people have the wrong idea, thank you fir a beautify song Benny!

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

🙏🙏👊👊

@3Days1451 5 ай бұрын

Yeah, I'm one of the people who didn't know the "whole" story behind that classic ballad? 😳 Thanks 👍🏿

@jb400years4 2 ай бұрын

The explanation isn’t any better. Why not write the song about the adult mother. So many song about 16 and 17 year old girls maybe let’s not give anyone the benefit of the doubt. Chuck Berry sure didn’t get the same benefit.

@WickedVidaMusic Ай бұрын

The explanation is bull, why he making out with her in the video then?

@Nicknack988 Ай бұрын

Exactly...Lol that story is such bs. That video is the real story. @WickedVidaMusic

@MariaPerez-fj9cl 11 ай бұрын

That's such a beautiful song. A beautiful voice. He's gorgeous also. I believe he had a full life.

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

I all of the interviews I've seen with him, he seemed like a great guy.

@worldfilmclips1 11 ай бұрын

What a great voice❤️. Singer's don't have this quality of voice nowadays except for a few.

@GrzegorzDurda 6 ай бұрын

today people rap.

@maureenkeeton2997 4 ай бұрын

No he beats the pants off Timberlake and Harry Styles

@JustK009 11 ай бұрын

Huge hit..Huge voice

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

👊👊🙏🙏

@monkeywkeys3916 10 ай бұрын

✊

@maureenmccann3715 11 ай бұрын

One of the greatest songs ever recorded. Mardones had one of the most unique voices with an incredible range. Give it a listen. You won't regret it !

@user-bd4fc8sn3z 11 ай бұрын

He had a long life regardless of his cocaine addiction ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤Great singer 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

Yeah, he didn't hold back at all whenever he sang that song live. Seemed like a good guy.

@michaelsmyth3935 11 ай бұрын

I picked up the Lp at an estate sale. I really only knew Into The Night. The album is pretty darn solid.

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

🙏👊👊👊

@paxchristi2014 11 ай бұрын

He was so good. I love Into the Night. It's on my Playlist. Eternal rest grant up to him Lord. 🙏

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

It's a wonderful song, I listen to it a lot!

@paxchristi2014 11 ай бұрын

@EdCollects Same Ed. Reminds me of high school. Fun times

@samename6479 11 ай бұрын

Must be born again to make it into the kingdom of God. Sadly many will perish as they were never taught Gods truth or simply refuse it.

@markmorris8532 8 ай бұрын

@@samename6479 This is an absurdity 🙄.

@carriefitzpatrick8921 11 ай бұрын

REST IN PEACE BENNY 🙏🏽

@Texama57 11 ай бұрын

When myspace first started I started talking to him one day in messages back and forth. Nice guy, he had just finished recording another album so I got that one from him also. First time I saw him was on (pretty sure) the Merv Griffin show.

@viking4130 11 ай бұрын

RIP Benny. Gone but never forgotten.

@alfredoduran1635 10 ай бұрын

I always wondered about the meaning of this beautiful song. His voice is magic. Very interesting man.

@gtigrl7522 11 ай бұрын

Loved this man and his voice..

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

Me too 👊👊🙏🙏

@terrymartino5827 6 ай бұрын

I loved Benny Mardones. I have the vinyl record which includes "into the night". I still play it. That song brings back such memories. Fantastic voice.

@margueritemazzeo2904 11 ай бұрын

Into the Night..😊❤🎉

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

I LOVE that song! 👊

@deborahcooper6048 11 ай бұрын

Loved him❤❤❤ one of my favorites songs 🎵 💔🙏

@codzy3532 11 ай бұрын

great voice listen to him do a cover of roy orbisons running scared........frickin awesome love it rip ben xox

@kathymiklosey5248 9 ай бұрын

My favorite song of all time!! We will always love and listen to your music❤!! Ty for all you did!

@jasintosamora5599 11 ай бұрын

Imo Into the Night is one of the best vocal performances ever. May he RIP

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

Yes, 100% 👊🫡

@debramcgarry9689 11 ай бұрын

RIP BENNY!🙏

@--ag 11 ай бұрын

Thank you! I love his voice and Into the Night. ❤😊

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

👊👊🙏🙏🤘

@user-dx4dx8np7c 5 ай бұрын

Those last notes to “ Into the night” it’s just pore raising! You can tell he sang from his whole entire being; heart and soul. I get very emotional listening to this song. ❤️❤️❤️

@jennifervernon7904 6 ай бұрын

He was a great great songwriter and what a voice..into the night what a song..my fave..rock on❤

@alaskanforgetmenot 11 ай бұрын

Loved him so much

@swankyswig51 10 ай бұрын

Love you Benny! I only wish you knew how much you are loved!🥰🥰🥰 Never forgotten! We miss you. Rest in peace. 🥰❤️🙏⭐️

@EdCollects 10 ай бұрын

👊👊🙏🙏

@terrygarvin8362 11 ай бұрын

I love this channel. You do a wonderful job of giving us info on the people we grew up watching and listening to.. Thank you!

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

Thank you, that means a lot to me 👊👊👊

@scottjohnson6173 10 ай бұрын

I loved that song……into the night? Wow, he passed at my age that I am now! May his memory be a blessing!

@jenniecosio3654 10 ай бұрын

Love this song thanks again 💘

@yelizaveta1278 11 ай бұрын

Very nice of ya to give him and that song (such a guilty pleasure) some context . Says a lot too about his vocals considering Mottola ,who was married to Mariah Carey. RIP Benny 🌠

@C-Lyfe85 9 ай бұрын

He made that comment in years before he met Mariah Carey.

@yelizaveta1278 9 ай бұрын

@@C-Lyfe85Doesn't make it any less relevant

@C-Lyfe85 9 ай бұрын

@@yelizaveta1278 Actually it does, that would imply that Benny was the best vocalist, according to Tommy mottola, up to that point. Although, there were plenty of soul singers who could vocally, eat Benny's breakfast lunch and dinner, without even the slightest effort.

@yelizaveta1278 9 ай бұрын

@@C-Lyfe85Okay ? There's no contest , pal . The commentary said that his voice "..was one of the best he'd heard." Have a great one 😊

@C-Lyfe85 9 ай бұрын

@@yelizaveta1278 You do the same.

@TheDetroitblack 11 ай бұрын

one of my favorite songs....Into the night"!!

@lindabrockett664 Күн бұрын

Still don't understand why more people never even heard of him. He did have the best voice ever!!!! Seen him several time ,i'm so blessed i got to hear ( THE VOICE)❤

@mse7501 11 ай бұрын

He gave me joy and hope for real love. I found him my dog!

@ChristChickAutistic 10 ай бұрын

Into the Night came out when I was around 13 or so. What a gorgeous voice, loved Benny! ❤

@jeanmarie4462 6 ай бұрын

Loved his poignant music. May he RIP. Amen. 🕆🕯❤

@markr.7620 11 ай бұрын

wooow didnt vknow he serve in vietnam.

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

I didn't know either until I started doing research!

@freywatson752 9 ай бұрын

Super talented. I listen this song nearly Everyday. Born 1980😊

@EdCollects 9 ай бұрын

Yes, I listen to it a lot also, I love it!

@alovesupreme8603 2 ай бұрын

I LOVE Benny! When he came back to Syracuse area we went to see his performance at a local beach town bar…. Very SMALL VENUE! He saw my straw cowboy hat while I was dancing and put it on while singing on the bar’s platform for band’s area he was so generous with his spirit and time! We met after the show a genuine loveable and appreciative of his fans kinda guy! He was humble even tho he didn’t need to be … his show included solos by Kim Fetters both knocked it out of the park that night in such a small intimate venue.. Benny has ALWAYS Been a Syracuse Utica Rome fav and is adored by many… it truly was a distinct pleasure meeting and speaking with him! I cherish my photos of our meeting and chatting with him as well as him wearing my hat backwards on stage while dining his famous Into the night song..also kept the signed new washcloth lol by him :) 🫶🏻👍🙏🙌💃😁✌️💗He is truly missed and absolutely his talent was overlooked and not promoted aptly imo or appreciated by HOLLYWEIRD and the tempestuous music industry :(

@wendypatton1932 3 ай бұрын

“Into The Night”was one of the first 45’s I bought when I was 12. I loved that song. I still have it in my record collection ❤

@citygirlingraham 10 ай бұрын

The song into the night is classic, just amazing.

@luannestrickland4199 2 ай бұрын

I still resonate with this song . I was 16 and in love with such a free spirit of living life.

@MT-px7re 4 ай бұрын

We love you Benny! You are definitely missed! Your voice is beautiful and you're handsome too!! There's something very beautiful about this song! ❤❤❤ Rest in peace Benny!!🙏🙏

@EdCollects 4 ай бұрын

👊👊🙏🙏

@ccleroy1234 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for your service to both our country and music Benny....RIP phenomenal singer.

@aj-us5qp 2 ай бұрын

I salute 🫡 Benny Mardonez for his service to the US and appreciate him for his talents & contributions to music history & enriching my life. May he Rest In Peace 🕊️. 🙏

@judythorpe870 2 ай бұрын

Benny was an incredible singer ❤ I loved that song 🎵 for years and still do!!! God Bless and RIP!!!❤❤❤

@andreawagner7352 4 ай бұрын

I LOVE him...I had Into the night 45 and listened to it over and over again

@EdCollects 4 ай бұрын

It's a great song!

@joselhaluziaribeiro1126 11 ай бұрын

Está com Deus agora ❤

@vincentjones8609 11 ай бұрын

Rip and thanks for serving ur nation

@festivelady826 7 күн бұрын

He had one of the best voices in the industry. He was also a very nice guy. Adam Reader, Professor of Rock, has a great interview with him shortly before he passed away. RIP, Benny, you were awesome!

@doloresmason4709 Ай бұрын

OMG before social media I ALWAYS thought that he was an African american from his amazing voice. At 71 never to old to learn! RIP and thank you for your service. ❤

@Maravillosa3047 2 ай бұрын

Me entristecí mucho cuando lo ví en su vejez, con su enfermedad de Parkinson, pero recordé que tuvo también juventud, salud y talento... Sigo escuchando "Into the Night" y todavía se me eriza la piel con tan linda interpretación.... Sigue cantando en el más allá mi querido Benny. Dejaste huella... Y qué huella mas hermosa. Flores en tu tumba 🌺

@kirkslayden834 3 ай бұрын

That song into the night is out of this world rocking I can listen to that over over on a desert island for the rest of my life

@GlynisSalis-pk4wr 11 ай бұрын

Love Benny 🦋💞🌺

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

👊👊🙏🙏

@suzie1416 11 ай бұрын

You should do a video about Dan Hamilton from Hamilton, Joe Frank, and Reynolds. He was an awesome singer.

@frankstein4931 Ай бұрын

I am touched by the content of this story, and it is timely in my prayers and experiences with the demonic rise to principality from many powers of darkness, and how to destroy them from the intertwined lives of the children of God. Thank you for the work and lawful diligence as great as you are able. May the Lord God magnify our efforts in effective fashion. Amen.

@davidlaws1438 Ай бұрын

Yes. This was one of the best songs EVER. Obviously also a man of integrity,,,, last of a great generation.

@ariel393939 4 ай бұрын

I did not know he passed away, nor that he had Alzheimer's disease. Into the night is a beautiful song, been listening to it since it came out. He had such a strong powerful voice. That was mighty generous of him helping those kids out.

@lauradarnall227 11 ай бұрын

I love that song ....

@flyonwall360 10 ай бұрын

I was fortunate enough to see Benny perform twice in Utica, NY. He had a great voice.

@denisebacher5040 5 ай бұрын

I LOVE that song! Was one of the first I added to my Apple Music “my songs” playlist.

@EdCollects 5 ай бұрын

It's so great!! 👊👊

@bettystouffer6012 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for doing this spotlight and remembering this overlooked talent. Nice personal detail RIP❤

@strdddy Ай бұрын

Most underrated singer of all time... Even if they would say he was the best singer of all time... He still would be underrated

@roderickguidry8282 6 ай бұрын

Rip Benny your a legend man...love that song into the night

@aliciatemple8952 17 күн бұрын

We shared the same birthday and I loved his song.

@annetomars3069 3 ай бұрын

I love into the night ❤ been listening since I was 14 still am at 57 .😊

@susanromprey1807 4 ай бұрын

I met him. I can't remember if it was Atlanta or Dallas. I was obsessed with Into The Night. RIP❤

@wilsonjames299 20 күн бұрын

Wonderful musician song writer...very inspiring person....2thumbs up R.I.P.

@user-qg5wg9ut2o 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for beautifully telling Bennie's story.❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉

@EdCollects 5 ай бұрын

He was a good man, thanks for watching!

@markbosch2495 Ай бұрын

Proud to be a Hurricane original! The Voice was just that, he could tackle Otis, Elvis but he was best just being himself. One of a kind!

@Vickie-d9q 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for the Music 🎶🎵

@EdCollects 6 ай бұрын

He was so great 🙏🙏🙏

@mariadagloriadacostapiedad4272 3 ай бұрын

A 1ª vz q/ouvi esta musica eu fiquei apaixonadamente enlouquecida p/clip e a canção , que devo tê-la ouvido umas 400 vzs sem parar e é, uma das minhas gdes preferidas da minha vida .... ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@GM-vf7px 4 ай бұрын

Wow This song is just so Unforgettable! It's truly tragic what war and drugs can do to a person! His wife was Lovely looking Lady!Despite his personal demons he left a legacy of positivity and enduring transendence for the world!!!

@bigwillie5717 4 ай бұрын

Into The Night has been on my Apple Music gym rotation to this very day…such an iconic song.

@EdCollects 4 ай бұрын

Yes, it's an amazing song!

@anthonyelam2257 Ай бұрын

GOD BLESS YOU .... WHAT A BEAUTIFUL SONG .... HEAVENLY DONE .... BY AN ANGEL .... RIP .... ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊 ...

@larasikora5534 11 ай бұрын

SEEN HIM LIVE IN CLEVELAND IN A CLUB IN THE CLEVELAND FLATS I REMEMBER THAT NIGHT ❤UGH SAD..

@EdCollects 11 ай бұрын

I was hoping I'd see him live one day but it'll never happen 😔

@michaelhiles5350 11 ай бұрын

Yes the old flats.

@JDBodine 9 ай бұрын

He wasn’t just a good singer, he was a great singer, blessed with an awesome voice. He’s not the first person in the music business to spend a lot of money on coke or other drugs and wasn’t the last. At least he got sober, that’s not an easy battle. I didn’t even know his name until recently but I remember that song and that voice.

@thepatrioticwoman213 11 ай бұрын

❤❤ RIP ❤❤

@rosetenfingers8935 9 күн бұрын

Aww😊 I enjoyed your music 🎶 RIP 🙏🏼

@leylaegomez2804 Ай бұрын

Beautiful ❤ Excelent music

@Kim-hj4wx Ай бұрын

Amazing singer I heard he lived in Menifee CA. My nephew lives in Menifee about 30 minutes away wow didn't know that I would of tried to get his audiograph if I would of known. He can sing

@jeffreydurrance5400 Ай бұрын

"into the night"..one of my favorite songs

@christinekowalski6132 3 ай бұрын

To this day it is one of my favorite songs. In fact I have it on my worship list and the holy spirit plays it often!

@EdCollects 3 ай бұрын

It's so great, I love when it randomly comes on!

@debraflynn9016 11 ай бұрын

Steve perry should be on that list

@user-gn4jv4nt6f 6 ай бұрын

GOD BLESS HIS HEART I LOVE THIS SONG WHAT A HOTT BANNGER REST PEACEFUL MR BENNY MARDONES THIS SONG IS SO UNDERTATED 😢😢😢😢😢🙏🙏🙏♥️

@bethanyhanna9464 3 ай бұрын

I've seen so many channels indicate that this song was about grooming, when it's actually calling it out. Thank you for actually telling the truth about the song.💜

@EdCollects 3 ай бұрын

Yeah, he was a great, honorable veteran. Awesome voice.