What a delight to meet this guy. I've seen Paul McCartney countless times and wondered who this guitarist was, who could bring back that Beatle sound so modestly and perfectly and always looked like he was enjoying every second on stage.
What I love about Joe’s interviews is that he asks pertinent questions and listens to each answer so that we can listen to them without interruption. Wonderful work.
That is so true. There's nothing worse than not letting the interview subject finish his full answer or not asking the obvious follow-up question. So many great eyewitness stories aren't put on the record because the interviewer wants to make it a conversation instead of an interview.. Joe strikes the perfect balance exceptionally well.
Excellent interview and interviewer. I dearly love hearing the stories of how musicians got to be where they are in the grand scheme of things. It's like an epic jigsaw puzzle of who's who in the music business. Thanks to all involved in puting this puzzle piece together ✌️😊
Every one of Joe's interviews is so calm and casual! We rarely get to see these legendary musicians so relaxed, unguarded, and full of compelling stories and information. You are a much-appreciated treasure, Joe.
Loved the performance with the band on the Ed Sullivan Theater marquis over the sidewalk in 2009. And as the cameras panned the big crowd on the street below, almost no one was holding a cellphone aloft!
We saw Brain Ray in Portland in 2016 and an unforgettable show. I was on Brian's side so I watched him a lot. Loved him swinging his guitar around, loved him playing bass on "New," he did all the right stuff and had a great attitude. Brian, like each member of Paul's band, deliver in just the right way. Great interview as well, respectful and relevant questions.
One of the greatest interviews i've ever seen in a long time. It's like having a good time sharing with a friend in the living of your house, totally relaxed and comfortable..... Personally I did not know much about Brian's life and how he met Paul McCartney. Thanks for sharing this video. Greetings from Santiago, Chile.
Fascinating interview Joe. Brian’s another talented and humble musician. Keep up the good work. These videos are an important part of our musical history.
Great interview! Brian Ray brought back so many fond memories! I remember when the Beatles were on Ed Sullivan. I was in a local folk group, but, immediately fell in love with the Beatles. At age 72, I’m still in love with Paul! Lol! What an amazing life this guy has led! Thanks for sharing!
Wow..the Monster Mash guitarist. I am even more impressed with him now. He is outstanding with McCartney and that was enough to hook me into this video
Totally enjoyable interview... the host does not interrupt, asks the right questions, is well informed... Brian is exactly the class act he appears to be.... being another one of those kids that watched Ed Sullivan that night, I know exactly what he means when he speaks of our generation. Most of us players have one guitar we'd never part with. Thank you so much for this post.
Wow... we were born in the same year with the same music influences. And our band played Gloria, as well. Brian is a great guitar player and stage performer.
I saw Paul in L.A. at Staples Center back in '09 or so and always wanted to know more about his two axe-welding bandmates. thanks. that was great. a lovely guy, and a great musician.
Great interview....I wished he'd mentioned that he co-wrote the Smokey Robinson hit "One Heartbeat" back in the 80's. I know because I sang the original demo for Brian and his writing partner, Steve LaGassick.
Thanks Rambo... yes... the greatest guitar vocal ballad was out of tune!!! Who knew!! Obviously no one picked up on it or cared because it was so masterfully done in every way. Best...Joe
Wow. I've never heard the story on how he (or the rest of the band) got possibly the ultimate musician's dream gig of playing in McCartney's band. I would like to hear the other band member's stories as well. One thing for sure, somehow Paul ended up with musicians that are very close to perfect for the job. I also can see that Brian May has the congenial personality and intelligence for the job, no matter how good the musician a major factor is being able to get along with each other and in this case a star of immense importance.
got to play with Macca as I auditioned for Wings, chose 3 drummers out of 40. Lovely cool guy. I had my camera but took none. hohum at least I was there.
Wonderful musician and obviously a fine human being. Saw him when McCarthey played Philly. I love that he credits his late sister so much. She was very special. Look up Jean Ray if you appreciate folk or are a fan of Neil Young. She was the Cowgirl In The Sand.
Joe, as a lifelong Beatles/Macca fan, I very much enjoyed your interview with Brian! I’ve subscribed to your channel and look forward to seeing more! Thank you!
What a cool story and all the information you shared with us all! Thank you so very much and am just floored with this video and think time to go watch it again and absorb it all!! Awesome Brian and thank you for your stories and all of your musical talent!! Lucky Etta! 😁
You (Brian) played the gold top LP for years....You played it with Etta for a long time. I saw you play with her twice around 1981-1982. Once at SFSU, and then at a small venue in Mill Valley, Sweetwater. I spoke with Brian briefly after the Mill Valley show, and it was crystal clear that he loved playing along with Etta. Man....her version of "Take it to the Limit" was raw and powerful. We're losing great talent to the heavens in record numbers. Blessings to you all.
You are a great interviewer, Joe! You asked really good questions and give them time to respond without interrupting. Brian seems like a very cool down to earth guy.
This is just an awesome interview, So much insight to the Masters of our generation and great credit to Brian Ray for being so interesting and answering questions so well. Just great. Thank you
I was at that concert on April 1, 2002 in Oakland California at the Colosseum. I had an emotional experience. Seriously. I was in tears. Beatle Music Fanatic. I sure wish I could play the guitar like you Brian. Got sidetracked when I was younger. Sad. But I pretty much all play Beatles songs my acoustic. I love you brother/Steve
As a lifelong member of the Church of Beatles, I thoroughly enjoyed that interview. I loved Brian's comment "he's the best Paul McCartney in the world". LOL! A poke at all the conspiracy theorists. Great interview as always Joe.
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum Yeah like, 'there may have been others but this one is clearly the best!' In a way this has a double meaning as they are a lot really good tribute bands out there and there are some really great imitations of Paul in his earlier years some are amazing acting lookalikes and some are truly great musicians in their own right Some manage to do a pretty spectacular job at combining those things. But I'd agree with Joe. The real Paul is so much is own man someone he's created as he's going along by being essentially true to himself, THAT is anything is a big part of his 'secret' - and his charm. The fact he's still with, honestly, I think we've got Linda to thank for that fro feeding right and encouraging him when he really needed someone to believe in him so he could start believing in himself again back in 1970-71 So, Linda, belated but heartfelt, thanks.
Joe Etta James, Paul McCartney. U have access to great musicians. Your guests don't need to take part. I can c they do it for u. Your style is perfect. Soft, low key. Unique and spot on thnx.
You’re right... I’m very lucky to do these interviews. I enjoy them probably more than anyone. Thanks for watching and your generous comments... Best...Joe
What a great interview. It appears Brian Ray could have sit and tell interesting stories all day. He looked like he enjoyed the interview as much as Joe did.
Hi Rene... you’re correct. I’m very sensitive to musicians who are associated with extremely well known artist as so often the interviewer goes straight to how’s so and so like they themselves didn’t exist. As for Brian I truly wanted to know how he got to be the musician he is and yes... how did you get to be the guitarist with Paul McCartney but I waited until the point in the interview that it was the next question in order of his career. He’s had a great career before Paul and that’s how he ended up with Paul. He earned it. Thanks again for watching our channel and for your thoughts and comments.... Best, Joe
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum I had the chance to see Paul's band live he is an amazing musician. I reallly enjoy the channel. It is helping to get through mandatory isolation period.
When you've been Beatles' fan in real & still have the love & fascination for them individually, you get a rush listening to a great interview like this. I was born 3 years before Brian, & have played guitar & bass for decades. Of course I always wanted to be one of The Beatles, & listening to Brian Ray, I'm experiencing the next best thing. Fantastic interview & ride Joe - thanks !!
Well, hush my mouth! There really was a band called, "The Crypt Kicker 5"!? When Paul did the 'walk this way' joke on the way to the stage, it must have inspired confidence in his nervous bandmates. If Paul isn't worried, then he must think we're ready! The bass to guitar change-up on "Golden Slumbers" reminds me of the band 'Gentle Giant', who often transitioned from acoustic to electric during a song. Great interview with an interesting guy. Thanks, Joe!
Great interview Joe, was a treat! Brian is really a super talent and deserves lots of accolades to his skills. And he's a funny guy too! I was hoping beyond hope that he'd get asked about Paul's long absent Rickenbacker that he hasn't played live in decades, but no matter. Thank you for doing this!
Brian seems to be a hard-working pro musician, just what you would expect as Paul McCartney's "bass player" And Etta James's bandleader. Nice guy to boot.
Thx for being so honest Brian! Your amazing talent and California spirit got you there! I learned some grt bass licks from maca! Hey everyone, Brian Ray should be in the RR Hall of Fame!!!
Brian Ray and the rest of the band Paul has had the past several years are spot on! I saw them in So. Cal and they are nothing short of extraordinary. Just SPECTACULAR!!! Great interview.
Brian sums it up perfectly about McCartney: "The most important bass player in rock'n'roll. …incredible visionary. Besides his writing skills. And his singing skills. And his arrangement and production skills.... And then he looked cool too." Hahaha.
Yeah well, rarely was one young fella such a complete package. Talent to absolutely burn. If he'd opted to focus on film after the Beatles split who knows what may have happened. as it is he's not known for succeeding in that a medium. Coming Up video was awesome good though. Good enough to make Lennon notice. AH, the might-have-beens.
What a great heartwarming interview. Both fed off of each others questions and answers and it gave a real perspective of how a young man made a decision to begin a career. Thank You!
What an interesting interview, i've never heard of Brian but what an amazing story. Looks like i've found something to keep me entertained if West Australia goes into lockdown.
The song "Gloria" is a cool beginner song to learn. It's simple, but, sounds complex. It makes anyone sound like they know what they are doing. Beatle songs sound simple but are complex. A lot of chords and little added bits here and there. This guy has a great job being a wingman for Paul!
I have been a fan for years your enthusiastic down to earth style of interviewing and asking the questions I would ask has drawn me to you . I will ask you to remember your fans and we want you around for years to come. With that in mind please stay healthy you are a genuine part of rock and roll and we do not want to lose you due to health we are here for you.
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He was part of that huge Madison Square show that became "Back in the USA," Brian Ray is da man!! I like that he started with Elvis, Little Richard, The Everly Brothers, Chuck Berry and Ricky Nelson. I love those guys.
I was thrilled to hear the backstory on Bobby "Boris" Pickett- I love the band name mentioned in Monster Mash: " with his group, the Crypt Kicker 5". So, now I know Phil was behind it! Love it.
A lovely interview and insight into playing the greatest music on earth. Brian comes across as a passionate and sincere guy. Is he really 65?? Looks amazing!
Great interview. Brian's obviously a very humble (and super talented) guy. I have imagined many times in my life just what it would be like to play one song with Paul. Brian is definitely getting the opportunity to live out a childhood dream of many of us. I'm super happy for him. AJ
I absolutely loved the museum when I was in Nashville for a cousin's wedding in April of 2017. Perhaps the space is available and at an affordable rental space but i found such a hidden gem great museum only to be found in the basement of an arena. This place of history is more impressive than the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame.
Another great interview, Joe. The back stories behind form all your guests, given your questions, tell us moe about the artists and their musicians than could ever otherwise be known. Thanks for sharing all this...
Great interview with Brian... I learned from this video that the Oakland show on April 1, 2002 was their first concert performance, and I was there in the 22nd row! It was my first McCartney show, and I've seen him 5 times since, but they sounded like they'd been playing together for years. BTW, my tickets were $600 each that night, worth every penny!
Whoa! Had no idea he was a Valley Guy, born and raised in Glendale, CA. A great interview, Joe listens, some nice equipment questions. I feel that Joe has a way of leading these amazingly talented folks to let their hair down, step down "outside of the bubble" that this industry creates. Very relaxed atmosphere. Brian Ray always looks like he's having a lot of fun up there on stage, playing his heart out.
This is the perfect example of a Musician. You'll never ask yourself. ' How did Brian ever become successful'? This interview should be mandatory for anyone pursuing a career in music [ which is next to impossible]
I think I saw Brian in Etta James band in Santa Cruz, California at the Holiday Inn there in the 1970's. I remember his blonde hair and thought it odd that Etta had a band with young white cats. But they put on a great show.
