Introduction
Here’s a highlight from Maurice Gibb’s final on‑stage appearance on April 27, 2001 — a deeply moving moment captured during the Bee Gees’ Live by Request concert on A&E.
On April 27, 2001, the Bee Gees – Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb – stepped onto the A&E stage for Live by Request, a televised concert where the audience guided every song choice. This special evening coincided with the release of their final studio album of original material, This Is Where I Came In (April 2, 2001), celebrating a remarkable 35-year recording journey
The concert was more than a performance—it was a heartfelt reflection on a career that spanned eras of musical evolution. The Gibbs delivered stripped-back, acoustic-driven renditions of their late-career compositions, such as “This Is Where I Came In”, alongside decades-spanning classics like “Massachusetts,” “To Love Somebody,” and the fan-requested “How Deep Is Your Love” .
For Maurice Gibb, the “man in the middle” of the trio, this night became his swan song. It was his final great performance, an intimate moment marked by his artful musicianship and warm harmonies. Maurice’s contributions—on guitar and vocals—added rich texture to the group’s signature sound, echoing a legacy that tragically ended with his passing from intestinal complications in January 2003 at age 53 .
This concert holds deep emotional resonance: it blends celebration and farewell, showcasing three brothers bound by both talent and life. In the intimate format of Live by Request, their voices intertwined even more poignantly, underscoring their collective bond. Maurice’s final notes on “How Deep Is Your Love” remain a powerful testament to his artistry, closing a pivotal chapter in pop history.
For fans and historians alike, this performance stands as a poignant milestone: part of their final album’s promotion, Maurice’s last live moment, and a tribute to a brotherhood that shaped modern music.
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