Hal Blaine Talks Frank Sinatra, John Lennon, The Beach Boys, Simon & Garfunkel, Elvis & More!
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- Опубліковано 31 сер 2020
- This clip is with LA session drummer Hal Blaine.
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It was my honor to call Hal one of my best friends for twenty years, I thank him for the mention.
Must have been very cool to hang out with Mr. Blain, let alone be Buddy's with him. That is awesome. The stories that guy must have had. I was bummed to hear of his passing, I remember telling my drummer that about 500 bands passed away. He said what? I said Hal Blaine died. He said Oh. Yeah. Right?!! Cheers Steve.
@@dcore64 He was ... and still is an amazing man. I'd never known anyone like him, and I don't think ever will again. Hal was a great friend to me, and also to my family. For a guy who left such a great legacy, and put his magic touch on so many records that will be played forever ... if you met him... you couldn't believe the realness he had, and showed to other people. I can fully understand the praise he's always gotten from all who ever worked with him. He is one of a kind.
@Kwenz Landah What's a "Kwenz"??
@George Martin Thank you, I truly felt blessed having him as a close friend. But I'm sure anyone else he was friends with, and even people who met him once felt just as blessed. Hal was human, but he did have that magic about him which made him beloved by everyone he ever worked with.
@Steve Escobar: Props.
He comes from a different place in time, when people actually got along. The fact that some idiots could give this a thumbs down shows where we’re at today.
Maybe it was John Lennon?
Thomas Coleman. While I don’t entirely disagree with your general assessment of a lot of folks today, here’s a thought. Since there are only 16 thumbs down vs about 2000 thumbs up, let me suggest that some of those 16 may have been mis-hits of folks trying to leave a favorable comment but who missed the mark on the first stab at “Reply”. I know it’s happened to me. Just sayin’.
@@robertcampbell8027 you’re right bro. Seems like there’s always someone who complains about thumbs down. And I always think the same as you!
So true
He called a strong, independent ADULT woman a "little gal". 3:49.
Hal was not a drummer: he was THE drummer.
There is a funny moment in the life of every young drummer when he learns that several of his favorite drummers are all Hal Blaine. He usually counts for 4 - 7 of them. Fewer as time goes by, sadly. He was 5 of mine. I still laugh about it.
Samuel Feynman Tribute page -He played on probably every hit song I grew up listening to.
Hal Blaine taught me how to play the drums and I didn't even know it
@@steveanderson6180 when the UK hits started coming over, drummer Bobby Graham was heard on loads of them, same as HB was in the US.
So all you Hal Blaine ass kissers who claim he was the best drummer according to how many hit records he played on must think that Carol Kaye the bass player for the Wrecking Crew was also the best bass player around too? GTFO with your ahole logic
Imagine having Hal Blaine resume, what a gifted musician.
What a gentleman, it’s so refreshing to listen. He was in the “leading edge” of the music scene. RIP Hal. There will never be another Wrecking Crew.
That's true, but to be honest all the house bands had great musicians ... the Funk Brothers (Motown), Booker T and the MGs (Stax) and MFSB (Philadelphia International).
@@markg6860 there never was before and never will be another wrecking crew.
@@cappystrano1 You are absolutely right ... there will never be ANOTHER Wrecking Crew!
very true also there will never be another Funk Brothers either
@@cappystrano1 I agree. Nobody had the range and number of classic hit records.
I watch this and think Hal Blaine is maybe the greatest, most impactful musician ever.
What a treat to hear this interview from someone who was “there” through the music renaissance of the 50, 60&70s. Never says a bad word about anyone Hal Blaine is an American treasure. Godspeed Hal.
Thanks again NYC girl... Joe
I love the Neil Peart quote,”when I was young listening to the radio, I didn’t realize my 10 favorite drummers were Hal Blaine.”
This was a great interview Joe. You let Hal tell his story and kept him on track with minimal prompting.
We lost Hal in March of '19 but thanks to you, we have his thoughts on record. You do great work.
Thanks N.... There’s more Hal coming... best..., Joe
Hal Blaine, total class, giving credit to Earl Palmer for his break into studio work. TK
It's almost impossible to picture the life Hal Blaine had. You could take any 5 year period in his career and for anyone else, spread it out over 20 years and it would still be a fine career.
What a legend. RIP Hal Blaine.
I dare say nobody had as extensive a resume as Hal Blaine. From the rat pack to Simon & Garfunkel , John Lennon… Just unbelievable. I can’t wait for part two.
He and the late Larry K played on Bridge Over Troubled Water
Hal Blaine will always be held as a standard of quality musicianship, thanks Joe, once again!
Thanks for watching Peter... Joe
Was there ANYONE this man didn't like? Wow, he seemed like he respected everyone. I have been listening to him for a while now and he did not put anyone down. Class act all the way.
And I was afraid the studio guys were paid peanuts while the stars raked in the dough....until they showed his yellow Rolls Royce! Hal was doing all right!
Imagine the honor his family feels knowing Hal left a permanent and positive mark on our entire culture.
Hal is such a class act. Great interview. I would love to hear him talk about working with Karen Carpenter, as she loved his work and even ordered a drum set exactly like his.
Hal was a drum god.
Hal was the top percussionist to have in the studio!
Hal was the best. So missed by all in the music business.
Joe, I think the reason your interviews are so wonderful is that you let the musicians tell the story and you only ask a question when it’s needed. Well done! Looking forward to the next one.
Thanks Dave.... much appreciated... Joe
Couldn't agree more. Nice, light touch.
My family did the interior design for Hal in his Studio City at the time. I was a teenager and helped install the furniture created including his gold records (about 20). And we had so much fun. I got to talk to Hal while I was moving furniture as I was a drummer in a garage band at the time. Hal was amazingly helpful. Just a great guy. And what a phenomenal drummer. The record speaks for itself.
Note: We also did interiors for Glen Campbell and others in the "Wrecking Crew". What a talent and what a great guy.
Great story Clark....thanks for sharing... Joe
Clarke : Surprised to find you here. You might remember we had some contact a few months back about surfing, living in the Valley and the Neff family. You had promised to send along some photos to share but it never happened. Please do at sunderlanddonn@gmail.com. Thanks
@@donnsunderland2684 Hi Don. Yes, I was wondering about that as I emailed a bunch to you. Will try again. Let me know if they don't reach you. clarkewinz@hotmail.com
@@donnsunderland2684 I just re emailed the pics. Let me know if you received them. Cheers.
What a classic guy. Nuttin but sweet comments for all. We need need lessons from Hal.
Nice🎶music history. What a nice man. Very humble. Sad he is gone ... 💕
Hal Blaine was one of the best session drummers in the business, he could read and play his music arrangement to perfection.
Bless Hal Blaine! Not only a great drummer, but a likeable person and a great storyteller.
What a guy. Such a rich history.
You just keep outdoing yourselves with these interviews. Hal was a fascinating guy and an important musician
Thanks 567.... Joe
RIP Hal. You were among the greatest
Hal played on 5 "records of the year" in a row!!! Amazing
Who in God's name would give a thumbs down for this interview. Geez....
Thanks Ron... Joe
LOL Carol Kaye and Hal's ex-wives? Since Im not one of them, I loved this!
John Lennon?
@@davidsafier6333 AFTER A FEW DRINKS
Talk about a life well-lived. A gentleman through and though. Can you imagine sitting around a fire and listening to Hal’s life stories? RIP / Godspeed Hal.
The late great Hal Blaine, I could listen to his stories all day. The Wrecking Crew, one of the best videos I own, produced and directed by Denny Tedesco, son of Tommy Tedesco the session guitar player that played on all those records with Hal and with the other members of the Wrecking Crew. There will never be a group of session players like that again. Get in and get out. The record companies loved that.
Were you there? Oh... I'll bet I knew you if you were! I recorded at Columbia records 1966-1971 until I went to Viet Nam. We were all 'interchangeable parts'. i recorded several records with Hal Blaine. he, Tedesco, and Carol Kaye (bass) were the "TEAM". Several others made up the wrecking crew. We all played at all the studios in Hollywood in those days. Gold Star, Capitol, Columbia. etc.
Hal Blaine is pure greatness in every way. Can't get enough of him
The Wrecking Crew Documentary (here on UA-cam) is a very rewarding experience. Hal Blaine, in this interview comes across as a regular guy who has had some marvelous experiences in his line of work. The legacy he and other members of the Wrecking Crew have left us is (to say the least) phenomenal. You, Hal Blaine, were a very significant part of a period of American history that gave so much, culturally, to the entire world. Thank you; and may you indeed rest in peace, a well-earned rest.
All the people he has rubbed shoulders with, all those stories,all those......in a word WOW
I only heard about Hal today, researching drummers, he has a really nice aura about him, glad to know about him despite being “outside” his generation of music :)
One of my favourite drummers along with Ronnie Tutt. Hal's intro to A little less conversation(original 1968 recording) is amazing.
Hal was able to play genius-level parts - phrasing, taste, sound - not just a few times, or a few hundred times, but thousands and thousands of times. I am one of those drummers that until I was in my 20's (in the early 80's) didn't know who Hal was and that he played on perhaps more than 70 percent of every hit that came on the radio - for about 20 years.
I defies reality to listen to so many #1 hits, never mind the countless #2, 3, 4, 5's, with impeccable drum parts, as varied as flakes of snow, and know it was all played by the same person.
This is just pure gold! What an interview with one of the studio legends of all time!..and I had no idea he worked on 99% of the Beach Boys recordings. Wow!
A true legend, he was the paradigm of session musicians. But I think an important detail is that he had a lot of charisma and was not only called to record because he was good, he had very creative ideas and was even a sort of foreman who contacted the other musicians. Great interview as always Joe!
Thanks AMP... Joe
Hal Blain Was Here! Always had a great story to tell. RIP.
It is only a few years ago I learned about Hal Blaine and the rest of The Wrecking Crew. All legendary musicians who made enormous contributions to the music industry. This is the most in depth interview I have seen of Mr. Blaine. Thank you for this!
Thanks John... there’s more to come... Joe
What an interesting life! Xoxo
Such a treat to hear bits and pieces from this superlative human being.
Hal Blaine will go down in history ,nobody will ever take that crown.The man was a L edgend and always will be.Thank you Mr. Blaine,we got your work well documented. We will never forget you.R.I.P.
Joe you are the man, Your interviews just flow. Hal Blaine = LEGEND the man played on everything with everyone, I believe he was on the record of the year 6 or 7 years in a row. What a gift these shows are Joe, you should be so proud these legends trust you with their stories.
Thanks Kevin... very kind of you to say.. Joe
What a class act. I had an e-mail conversation with Hal about Karen Carpenter, and just like here, he had nothing but praise for her personally and musically. Thanks for posting.
Hi Mike... thank you too... Joe
Karen was one alone as a singer she held her own with Ella
What did Hal think of her drumming?
@@arame29 top notch...
Andrew .... Hal told me Karen was a good drummer. ... Joe
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum Call me a hopeless romantic, but I think it would have been great if Karen had married their guitar player, Tony Peluso.
Sinatra doing his Songs in only one take is fantastic! Amazing!
a true gentleman in the true sense of the word. .... all my 45s had his earmark beats on them it made my. '60s magical. His playing is remarkable for when he didn't play the beat ...he left holes so you had to fill the pluse
yourself.He let the music breathe .If you listen to his long list of sessions you will also hear his signature tom rolls clean and simple. they lead to the next song transition like a well edited movie film dissolve
Wow! What a life, what a career, what a great guy. Thank you for this. The unknown known musicians. There are so many.
Thanks for watching Olddog... Joe
Hearing this again after three years have transpired reminds me how wonderful my life has been. I had and devoured many of the 50s and 60s recordings about whom HB is speaking, Floyd Cramer, Tommy Sands, even Johnny Rivers whose manager I met in June '66. Elvis and Lennon of course, but Alpert and all the others WOW ! What a time to be alive.
I could listen to Al talk about his experiences endlessly. Great stories, great musician!
What a life! I'm envious beyond words, but in the best sense of the term. RIP Hal Blaine
Hal greatly helped make so many good songs become hits with his style and inventiveness.
Wow, this is the kind of insight you just don't get from the artists themselves. This studio drummer is a rhythm section fly-on-the-wall.
Love Hal ,he is so cool and his drumming is beautiful
Love hearing Hal tell those stories.
Martin... thanks for supporting our channel..Best, Joe
Thanks so much for this video. Hal is one of my all time favourite drummers, I have been using his signature sticks for approx 20years.
What a legend and all round nice guy. Can't wait to watch part 2.
Cheers,
Luw
Thanks Luw... Joe
Hal Blaine and Earl Palmer. Without them there'd be no American popular music. Fantastic interview of a genius player and a great guy with real heart.
Thanks Duncan....... Joe
Obviously both were great drummers but that's a crazy statement to make. You do realize that there are more pop records from that time without these two drummers than there are with right?
Hal Blaine is an American Musical Icon and has been a Hero to me for many years. He played on many of the biggest pop hits of the 50s, 60s & 70s. Hal played with everybody from Elvis to Frank Sinatra to John Denver. I could listen to him talk about the business for years.
Hi Bassman.... well I’m with you about Hal... I was lucky enough to call Hal
a close friend. Those of us on Hal’s email list were treated to Hal’s great sense of humor almost daily. I don’t know how he came up with something new almost everyday for years!! I looked forward to what he was going to share every time I checked my mail. On our private emails and phone calls he would always have a behind the scenes music story to share with me. I don’t have years of interviews with Hal to share but I do have a couple more clips to put up on our UA-cam channel soon. Thanks for watching... Joe
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum Your posts are some of the finest on UA-cam; please keep them coming. You should be proud of the work you do. Many Thanks!
Great stuff. RIP, Hal Blaine.
Hal was such a sweetheart of a guy. So down to earth and what a memory! The accomplishments that this man has done in the world of drumming is unbelievable. I really wish I could have met him
Hard to believe Hal Blaine is gone. Should be in the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame. It's endless the recordings we all grew up with.
Tom... thanks for watching... FYI.... Hal was the first sideman inducted into the R&R HOF and was also in the first class of inductees to be inducted into the MHOFM in 2007 as a member of the Wreckingcrew. Best... Joe
What an absolute gentleman
I just love listening to this man. What a legend he was
I could listen to Hal for hours. What a great guy he was.
Giant drummer, so glad for this, Joe, unlike many, many others, you let the interviewee speak.
As a Michigan rock and roller, one local act that nearly went national was The Woolies., with their recording of 'Who Do You Love?' It was recorded on the west coast, not sure of the studio, but the drummer, Bea Metros told me he played on Hal Blaines' drum kit. So, even his kit with another mans' rhythm could make a hit!
Thanks again, Joe!
Thanks Rob... best... Joe
I remember The Woolies.
@@ImaCaMan The Woolies, The Sunday Funnies, SRC, The Amboy Dukes, The Ones, Tommy James and the Shondells ( Three Rivers MI), Grand Funk. Don't forget the Funk Brothers in Motown. A bunch more but I'm old and things get blurry when I think of the past too much...lol PEACE
So much love for Hal, he sent me signed photos, business cards and even wrote ‘G’Day Mate’ on a signed photo as he loved that I was Australian haha. Received it just a week before he passed away, a legend of a man in every sense.
Thanks for sharing 77... Yes Hal was one of a kind... best... Joe p.s my son in law is from Australia.
Joe, you might be the very best musician interviewer who has ever lived. There are super interesting stories we can ONLY get on this channel. Thank you so much for this channel, it is a blessing!
Thanks Lastday.... joe
I consider Hal's life to be blessed to have had the opportunity to play and know all these musicians and entertainers. I, too, could listen to his stories all night. A one of a kind! Looking forward to the remaining 9 parts of this interview (lol)!
Always a big thanks to Joe for keeping us entertained.
I was privileged to play the children’s musical, Antshillvania with two different groups. The rented orchestra score included a drum part, autographed by Hal, I suppose, when he made the recording. What a HOOT! OF COURSE I listened to the recording, for tips, but the score was pretty accurate. I believe that Hal wrote it.
Such a gentleman with so many compliments about the others.
A legend. Plus, interesting stuff about John Lennon.
Another Terrific Interview! Hal had the Dream Gig, and influenced so many Drummer's.
Thanks Bob... joe
Wow! Great interview. I seldom hear someone spew such great vibes and positivity. Made me feel good 👍
My wife took me to see The Wrecking Crew about 6 years ago. I had no idea that the film I was going to see was going to change my life forever. I just had not a clue that all the music we thought was being created by many bands, was actually the work of Hal Blaine and the other musicians of the Wrecking Crew. It really did change how I understand the music of my generation. Besides, credit where credit is due! And yes Joe is one of the BEST interviewers.
Thanks Pendejo…… Joe
Another fantastic trip to the days of real music ! Boy, would I have liked to know this guy . Hal is one of those guys that makes a lifetime friendship.
Thanks again Sarge...Joe
Wonderful insightful first person interview. Enjoyed it a lot!
Hal has been a longtime favorite of mine and one of the reasons i picked up drumming
A true legend, thank you so much!!!
Joe I couldn't even began imagine to turn on the radio or what ever and be able to say that yeah I played on that one and that one and on that one. What a great talent.. Thanks Joe..
Thanks Blue... Joe
One of my favourite interviews Joe. I don't know how many times I've listened to His stories.
Thanks again Robert…..Joe
So glad you filmed these interviews with the giants of the industry.
EnidSacramento, my dad Joe passed last September, but he would have appreciated your comment & support for the channel. I am so glad he filmed these interviews too!
Hope you can visit the museum sometime.
Best,
Britt
I love how you put pictures to names as Hal speaks.
Thanks Brian.... our editor Jay finds them and does a great job placing them. Best... Joe
It makes all the difference, it really does. I hope it catches on.
I met him once and picked his brain for an hour, super nice guy.
Wow what a great interview! Hal was a big influence in my life as a musician especially as a drummer. He was a great drummer because he listened to the songs he recorded and perfectly added just the right drum parts! Thank you Joe and God bless!
God bless you too 390.... best, Joe
Our pal Hal! A key figure in creating a generation (or 3) of priceless music.
I swear that was the shortest 14:42 I could listen to him tell stories all night. Another great one Joe!
More coming Bob... best... Joe
Leave out Carol Kaye why dont you.
She's pissed because they were never referred to as the Wrecking Crew back then. She did as much bass work if not more than any of the other bass players he's talking about.
I have a 45 record in a collection that I gave to my son years ago by Carol Kaye. Whenever I get the chance to visit, I'll have to check it out as I don't remember the name of the recordings or whether she sings or what or the year and name of the label. I'm pretty sure the color of the label is pink.
Great story teller. And to think they are all true.
get his book
This interview went in a lot of different directions. Fantastic.
Hi Jimmy...that’s how it was with Hal.... there’s more coming... Joe
What an excellent interview! As others have said, you prompt with a short question but most importantly, you let the interviewee talk. Also, you edited in pictures of the people Hal mentioned in such a seamless and nice way. This video made my evening. Thanks
Thank you David... again my museum video editor ,Jay McDowell , adds the pictures which I too really enjoy seeing. I really appreciate you supporting our channel... Joe
Joe, these clips are priceless. Thanks to you!
Thanks Eric... Joe
Without question, Hal Blaine is the reason I play drums. He is everything I ever wanted to be and he continues to inspire me, from all the records he's played on to interviews like these. Thank you, Joe. This was a real treat.
Glad you enjoyed it Paul... Joe
Another great history taping. Thanks Joe. As Hal's obit stated, May he rest forever on 2 and 4. I met Hal and Carol Kaye at a studio clinic, they were great down to earth folks. Carol played some nice jazz guitar and Joe Pass played bass on a couple of tunes.
Thanks Clarence... Joe
He never said "no, I can't be there". That's why he was a "first call" for over 10 yrs. No one liked being around John Lennon when he was drinking. He could be horrible!
What a guy, I could listen to him for hours.
Unreal stories, you guys deserve way more views.
Thanks LA.... I really appreciate you saying that. I guess in time maybe if the word will gets around more viewers will find us... Best... Joe
Joe,
You're doing God's work, sir.
Thank you for preserving these stories and honoring so many of the musicians who gave so much largely in anonymity.
Hal was the man! My all time favorite drummer ever! I would have loved to have met him. Thanks for this (and all of your videos)
Thanks for watching Tommy... there’s more Hal soon... Joe
me too
Yes I agree a great interview.Hal was such a wonderful guy.Get him started and he’s off and running. One interesting story after another. I look forward to part two.
Thanks Jim... Joe
What a lucky drummer...and a sweet guy...great talk
Joe Chambers, you are an amazing encyclopedia of virtually all music genres. Thank you for your greatness.
Hi Mike.... that’s very kind. I wish I could live up to it:) Happy New Year... Best...Joe