Ray Parker Jr. | Ghostbusters | Guitar | Interview | Motown | Tim Pierce

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    Here’s a fascinating interview with guitarist and songwriter Ray Parker Jr.
    By the age of 15, Ray was recording with the legendary musicians of Motown, for Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson, and many, many others.
    This short video covers his early years and will be followed by parts 2 and 3.
    As you listen to Ray play, check out what made him so in demand as a guitarist, his “pocket” and his “feel.”

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  • @Guitaroverkill
    @Guitaroverkill 4 роки тому +123

    Ray Parker: Who ya gonna call?
    Huey Lewis: My lawyer.

  • @jcgood
    @jcgood 5 років тому +129

    As awesome as Ray is, this comment is for Tim: Kudos to you for giving Ray the space to tell these stories. Knowing when not to interrupt is the number one attribute of a good interviewer. I get the sense that you were as fascinated as we were though. GREAT job!

    • @nigelwilson1361
      @nigelwilson1361 3 роки тому +3

      Yes indeed. Fantastic. Two of the nicest guys sharing amazing stories, on top of elegant guitar playing. Thank you. Very inspiring.

  • @halohat2286
    @halohat2286 3 роки тому +8

    Add Ray Parker Jr. to my list of guitar heros. What an awesome man.

  • @dickdastardly2560
    @dickdastardly2560 5 років тому +117

    The only thing I ever knew about Ray Parker Jr was that Ghost Busters song, never would have guessed in a million years that he was a guitarist and could play this good. Learn something new every day.

    • @gordonspeirs8179
      @gordonspeirs8179 5 років тому +4

      Diddo here, very informative

    • @gordonspeirs8179
      @gordonspeirs8179 5 років тому

      Oliver Jones f65. F

    • @vendettavendetta6490
      @vendettavendetta6490 5 років тому +2

      Me also .. ghost busters was all I knew about Ray Parker jnr. It's freaked me out a bit !
      What an interesting guy and obviously, very talented.

    • @63Baggies
      @63Baggies 5 років тому +2

      You need to start reading more album liners and REALLY LISTENING.....

    • @63Baggies
      @63Baggies 5 років тому +1

      @SuperPunch76
      Did either of you study music at all, if not, I can understand. The death of the MUZO is taking place. Start digging around, read more album liners and dig out interviews from great publications such as Guitarist, Musician and Modern Drummer.

  • @Producelikeapro
    @Producelikeapro 5 років тому +243

    Wow! This is one of my favourite episodes already! These kind of next level talents are what make your channel so amazing Tim!

    • @timpierceguitar
      @timpierceguitar  5 років тому +19

      Warren thanks so much I’m sure you have experienced the same feeling when you interview one of your heroes!

    • @Producelikeapro
      @Producelikeapro 5 років тому +7

      Yes, indeed! This is such a huge one!

    • @AlexZilinski
      @AlexZilinski 5 років тому +3

      @@Producelikeapro Awesome !!!

    • @Producelikeapro
      @Producelikeapro 5 років тому +4

      Agreed Alex!! So amazing!!

    • @davecheney8501
      @davecheney8501 5 років тому +2

      I had no idea, what an amazing opportunity that was for him to be sitting with the greats !

  • @jhopkins213
    @jhopkins213 5 років тому +54

    I had no idea Ray Parker Jr. was such an accomplished guitar player. I thought he was known for his vocals. That man has some pipes!

    • @cellmate1
      @cellmate1 Рік тому

      Ray was not a great singer. But he could play!!!

  • @kelseywarren7020
    @kelseywarren7020 Рік тому +8

    His acoustic version of Stevie's "Creepin" at the end of this is amazing!! I'm so glad Ray is getting more respect as a musician & audio guru (which I had no idea). True gem of a musician in all forms.

  • @TheWrestlingFamily
    @TheWrestlingFamily 4 роки тому +14

    He’s so lucky he had great parents! They raised a legend!!

  • @MadeOnTape
    @MadeOnTape 3 роки тому +9

    These Motown stories are incredible for younger Metro Detroit musicians like myself. Should be archived.

  • @Wallimann
    @Wallimann 5 років тому +135

    You have the best guests man, I loved this!

  • @TheToneLounge
    @TheToneLounge 5 років тому +11

    The cool thing about an episode like this, is that we get to know more about an artist we knew very little of, and get to respect him for the body of work that he has and his talent, beyond just Ghostbusters. Love it.

  • @TheRycooder
    @TheRycooder 5 років тому +103

    This was AWESOME ! What impresses me most about you Tim is you have NO EGO You are so DAMN GOOD and TALENTED and you invite guests on, brag on them, give them credit for what they've done and expose other to them. You are a GREAT guy! THANK YOU for what you do for your craft!

    • @user-oy7gz5bf2h
      @user-oy7gz5bf2h 5 років тому +2

      While I wholeheartedly agree, who would bring people in just to brag in front of them?!

    • @randomelvis3359
      @randomelvis3359 4 роки тому +2

      Authenticity shines through Bullshit...Tim IS an authentically great guy....👍🤘🏻

    • @thetinman3353
      @thetinman3353 3 роки тому

      Found out recently that Tim played on “runaway” by Bon Jovi. Pre Sambora!

  • @imlostinthewoods
    @imlostinthewoods 5 років тому +5

    I don't know whether to laugh or cry when I see that eight people put a thumbs down on this interview... what an amazing player as well as a person. Thanks for the history lesson, it was truly enjoyable.

  • @areguapiri
    @areguapiri 3 роки тому +8

    Ray Parker is definitely one of my favorite artists of all time. He has always been extremely talented and under the radar. But he is a cool dude!

  • @substrate001
    @substrate001 5 років тому +10

    Man, Ray was GROOVIN' in that intro! You could tell by his body movement & facial expressions he was loving it! GREAT player, great interview. Thanks, Tim!!! ️🎸👍

  • @lorenharris2965
    @lorenharris2965 3 роки тому +5

    Ray is so underrated. He is unsung. He was a Motown session genius. His solo career with Raydio was epic too.

  • @Dominion-1
    @Dominion-1 5 років тому +8

    I could spend the whole weekend listening to liner notes or back stories of artists.

  • @davecarsley8773
    @davecarsley8773 3 роки тому +11

    That dude's right hand has crazy solid timing. He's right in the pocket.

    • @OriginalOldSkoolFunk
      @OriginalOldSkoolFunk 3 роки тому +1

      The foundation of solid rythm guitar playing is churning out solid 16th with that strumming hand. I always say, the right hand is the drummer. 👊🏾

  • @Matthew-ez4ze
    @Matthew-ez4ze 5 років тому +19

    Oh my God this is classic! The James Jamerson story is hilarious!

  • @guitardudeguy3139
    @guitardudeguy3139 5 років тому +5

    I got to meet and hang out with Ray Parker Jr. In Michigan at the River Raisin Jazz festival in Monroe. What a real cool guy , got some pics with him and I will never forget it because it was uncommonly cold on that day in August. He was wearing a T shirt!...We talked and shivered! What a great band he had with him! Hes a legend , truly.

  • @JustinGuitarSongs
    @JustinGuitarSongs 7 місяців тому +5

    What a great interview Tim! Ray parker seems such a cool cat - and what a history!! Playing with James Jameson as a kid. Far out...

  • @sharonraizor2839
    @sharonraizor2839 5 років тому +10

    Tim, you are an excellent LISTENER! You let your guests do the talking!

  • @jarodreddig63
    @jarodreddig63 3 роки тому +1

    Absolutely fascinating story Ray tells. It should be a movie. I mean come on Ghostbusters song is basically folk-music at this point!!

  • @gokhanersan8561
    @gokhanersan8561 3 роки тому +8

    Never knew Ray Parker even played an instrument ! He is a monster on guitar; played for Spinners, Marvin Gaye - way before Ghostbusters. My favorite episode so far.

    • @raygu1818
      @raygu1818 2 роки тому +1

      And had his own band called Raydio

    • @redhouaneboulechbak8316
      @redhouaneboulechbak8316 Рік тому +1

      And Barry. And i once read he played on numerous hot wax / invictus trax. Uncredited by Barry & Holand Dozier Holland

  • @keithowens2554
    @keithowens2554 3 роки тому +2

    Bohannon!!! He is a classic in my family! "Let's Start The Dance" is our family theme song.

  • @yayo2211
    @yayo2211 3 роки тому +1

    I could listen to this all the day.

  • @EmilioConesa
    @EmilioConesa 5 років тому

    I love this! Can’t wait for part 2 and 3.

  • @pcaudio
    @pcaudio 5 років тому

    This is incredible! Can't wait to see the rest!!!

  • @muckesvonlulz3740
    @muckesvonlulz3740 5 років тому +1

    just wow ! can't wait for the rest. tremendous !

  • @Boobypoppop
    @Boobypoppop 5 років тому

    Awesome! Looking forward to the next episode!

  • @saknut
    @saknut 5 років тому

    What an amazing story and man. Can't wait for more of this.

  • @jamesbarisitz4794
    @jamesbarisitz4794 3 роки тому

    This is fantastic. Thanks for getting this done for us Tim. Yay 2 & 3.

  • @RockHardRiffs
    @RockHardRiffs 5 років тому +3

    What a great video. Real treat. Love it!

  • @blackstratblues
    @blackstratblues 5 років тому +28

    Awesome interview! Can’t wait for the next 2 parts.

  • @StealthParrot
    @StealthParrot 5 років тому +2

    What great stories. That was fantastic!

  • @Tubetart
    @Tubetart 5 років тому +1

    Wow Tim! This is amazing ... thanks so much for a fantastic interview!!!

  • @Speedo2550
    @Speedo2550 5 років тому

    Man what a story ! Thanks so much Tim for bringing him on !!

  • @traumatizer2
    @traumatizer2 Рік тому +2

    Tim is stunned just like most of us here.Great job Tim.I had no idea Ray is the one who played on all our favorite tunes on the radio.✌💪💪

  • @timholt6295
    @timholt6295 5 років тому +1

    What a great interview, & person! Thanks Tim!

  • @MattWarnick
    @MattWarnick 5 років тому +1

    Great stuff...Thanks TP!

  • @SkyscraperGuitars
    @SkyscraperGuitars 5 років тому

    Wonderful interview... I can't wait to see the next two parts.

  • @curtkeisler7623
    @curtkeisler7623 9 місяців тому

    Wow. Thanks Tim for capturing this piece of History. What's not to love about Ray Parker Junior? Definitely an American National Treasure.

  • @TheColorofLight
    @TheColorofLight 5 років тому +1

    Aaawww yeah, love, love, love this, can't wait for the next video. Thanks Tim and Ray.

  • @Eventual420
    @Eventual420 5 років тому

    Heartwarming! Thanks Tim!

  • @glennmikes1726
    @glennmikes1726 5 років тому +2

    Thanks Tim for this! Awesome interview!

  • @JCruzProject
    @JCruzProject 5 років тому

    Wow! This is pure gold!

  • @mike5058
    @mike5058 5 років тому

    excellent interview - Cant wait for part 2

  • @NickTann
    @NickTann 5 років тому

    Fantastic! Thanks for posting this Tim.

  • @aidansmyth6480
    @aidansmyth6480 5 років тому

    Splendid! Thank you to you Tim and to Mr. Parker.

  • @johncore363
    @johncore363 5 років тому

    What a wonderful interview. Thanks Tim.

  • @opelstu
    @opelstu 5 років тому

    Just in awe of this. Wow!

  • @hootguitars
    @hootguitars 3 роки тому

    Such a wonderful interview. Love it.

  • @stevenelson6895
    @stevenelson6895 5 років тому +1

    This is unreal... Superb 👍🏻

  • @JAFOpty
    @JAFOpty 5 років тому

    Cant wait for the other parts!

  • @Bragheto
    @Bragheto 3 роки тому

    This is pure gold! Thanks a lot!

  • @davidevans3175
    @davidevans3175 5 років тому

    Best video you've ever posted. Can't wait for the next two! Excellent Tim!!!

  • @Billywagner22
    @Billywagner22 5 років тому

    I can't wait for the next episode. Ray is one of a kind. Thanks for sharing these videos!

  • @mikewallace1270
    @mikewallace1270 5 років тому

    Another outstanding interview Tim thanks so much!

  • @lawboss
    @lawboss 5 років тому +1

    Great interview -- what a wonderful person.

  • @robertbogdan7058
    @robertbogdan7058 5 років тому

    What a great interview. I hung on every word. Can't wait for parts 2 and 3.

  • @MarkHolland-Liopleurodon
    @MarkHolland-Liopleurodon 5 років тому

    Fantastic. What a tale.

  • @petercushion9780
    @petercushion9780 5 років тому +1

    Looking forward to the rest of the interview. 👍

  • @BV_Beve
    @BV_Beve 5 років тому +1

    Tremendous !!! Thanks Tim and Ray

  • @jeradatherton
    @jeradatherton 5 років тому

    Incredible stories. Thanks Tim!

  • @13thAMG
    @13thAMG 5 років тому

    By far the most fascinating interview you've done to date, Tim.
    RPJ and You BOTH rock!

  • @Andrelix67
    @Andrelix67 5 років тому

    This is so awesome!

  • @Sellarmusic
    @Sellarmusic 5 років тому

    Ray is an amazing player and his story is so interesting. Can't wait for the next 2 parts. Thanks for sharing Tim.

  • @PeteThorn
    @PeteThorn 5 років тому

    Super cool! Love it Tim

  • @seanrosedotcom
    @seanrosedotcom 5 років тому

    This is so so good!! Thank you for posting!

  • @djstrings19
    @djstrings19 5 років тому

    Wow! Fantastic:) looking forward to the next 2, Thanks Tim

  • @BanjoBill
    @BanjoBill 5 років тому

    Thanks Tim! That was awesome!

  • @SeanHolifield37
    @SeanHolifield37 5 років тому

    The history! Amazing episode Tim!

  • @leftchicago
    @leftchicago 5 років тому

    Wow, what a great interview with great stories. Thanks Tim!

  • @neilmarsh7437
    @neilmarsh7437 5 років тому

    great interview thanks Tim, looking forward to parts 2 & 3

  • @MrBangor
    @MrBangor 5 років тому

    Incredible interview. Thank you Tim.

  • @scottakam
    @scottakam 5 років тому

    Great stories. Can't wait for the next one.

  • @Qstick333
    @Qstick333 5 років тому

    This is amazing. Just amazing.

  • @ToneScavenger
    @ToneScavenger 5 років тому

    This is so great!

  • @RonZabrocki
    @RonZabrocki 5 років тому

    This whole series with Ray is just incredible! Thanks Tim!

  • @davemontes9070
    @davemontes9070 5 років тому +1

    WOW ! Absolutely phenomenal. Thanks Tim for sharing.

  • @KristianPage
    @KristianPage 5 років тому

    Thanks for the great Interview Tim. Ray is awesome.

  • @dlhdonn
    @dlhdonn 5 років тому

    This is nothing short of awesome!

  • @toddlanctot643
    @toddlanctot643 5 років тому

    This was so great Tim. Thank you

  • @ballsyeunuch9311
    @ballsyeunuch9311 5 років тому

    Tim, that was fantastic. Looking forward to parts 2 &3. Ray is so engaging, loved every minute.

  • @serratusband
    @serratusband 4 роки тому +2

    This is such an amazing interview, I’ve seen it multiple times.

  • @CarstenGoeke
    @CarstenGoeke 5 років тому

    Can´t wait to see the next episodes. Its so good. Thanks and greetz

  • @andovideo
    @andovideo 5 років тому

    Tim, this is so great, thank you

  • @kylegresham5905
    @kylegresham5905 5 років тому

    love this interview!

  • @TheWinstonConnor
    @TheWinstonConnor 5 років тому

    this is absolutely fantastic!

  • @richmillerofficial
    @richmillerofficial 5 років тому

    Wow! Fascinating!!!

  • @johnreilly9748
    @johnreilly9748 5 років тому

    Tim thanks great interview! Ray is so awesome!

  • @joshuafoster6089
    @joshuafoster6089 5 років тому

    Wow what a legend! Thanks for the upload Tim, these keep getting better and better!

  • @toastoftown6404
    @toastoftown6404 5 років тому

    Great interview. Thanks so much Mr. Pierce. Have a great day

  • @popgunband
    @popgunband 5 років тому

    That was SPECTACULAR. I'm dying to see the other installments. I'm such a fan of his!

  • @BigTeg
    @BigTeg 5 років тому

    What a great interview. Such a talent!

  • @spencermisfeldt1866
    @spencermisfeldt1866 5 років тому

    This was awesome! Loved it.

  • @arottie4097
    @arottie4097 5 років тому +1

    Sooooooooooooooo! GOOD!! Thank you Mr Pierce.

  • @RobertWGreaves
    @RobertWGreaves 3 роки тому +1

    One of the most awesome videos I have seen in a while. Love this insight into recording history.

  • @johnrogers001
    @johnrogers001 5 років тому

    Wow - you hit it out of the park again, Tim. Great interview.

  • @gregt4202
    @gregt4202 5 років тому

    Great interview! Looking forward to more. Thanks.