A fantastic piece of music history has just been shared online. The official Bee Gees account posted a look at the band making one of their biggest hits. It shows the brothers working on the song “Tragedy” back in 1978. This is a rare peek into how the magic happened.
The post shows Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb inside the famous Criteria Studios. They are focused singing together around a microphone. You can see the concentration on their faces as they build their famous harmony sound. This behind the scenes look became popular because it shows the hard work and talent behind the catchy songs we all know and love.
The Bee Gees recording “Tragedy” at the iconic Criteria Studios in Miami, 1978
Fans were thrilled by this glimpse into the past. One person wrote, “Their harmonies are pure perfection. Genius at work!” Another comment said “This gives me chills. Thank you for sharing this treasure.” Many called it a priceless look at music legends creating a classic song.
That studio session created a song that would fill stadiums for years to come. The energy of “Tragedy” was always incredible when played for a live audience. One of the band’s most memorable performances happened on a historic night that celebrated the start of a whole new millennium.
Some of The Bee Gees Millenium Concert Miami 31 12 1999
The clip from the Millennium Concert in Miami shows The Bee Gees commanding a massive crowd. They perform their hits as the world welcomed the year 2000. Their voices are powerful and the stage is huge. It was a fittingly grand event for one of the world’s most popular bands at such an important moment in time.
The Bee Gees have a massive and loving global fan community. For more amazing archive photos and news their official X (formerly Twitter) account is a wonderful place to follow. You can also find a complete collection of their greatest live performances and albums on music streaming sites.