174. Phil Collins / Find a Way to my Heart

[@patriciadenis8767]

Phil Collins THE BEST.

[@BeansAutosLTD]

Love this guy!! 08:39 he really ramps up the playing and this I love as he is at one with the guitar and this is no easy feat and shows his talent and boy do my ears love it!!!!

[@ronbynum7304]

I can’t speak for everyone, but your “channel” is an integral part of keeping my sanity Mr. Sklar. No matter the horrific news I have to write about depresses me, I take solace in knowing I’m gonna be lifted up right here - whether it’s the music or stories. Thank you for everything, but particularly keeping me from abject despair.

[@maggiebodek]

ditto

[@nofretzDW]

+1

[@richperry1739]

Totally agree!

[@marygiuranna6817]

Agreed!

[@WDXash]

Hear hear.

[@bullbearjeff]

Thanks Sklar for highlighting this masterpiece from a wonderful album. I had just started college when this came out. I played this CD all the time. This song was one of my favs. just everything about it and your awesome bass line. thank you for so many years playing with Phil.

[@bullbearjeff]

im back every day watching this awesome jam session. Bless you Leland Sklar!

[@bullbearjeff]

jam that bass. i get chills listening to you as i remember how awesome this song is! Phil chose wisely!

[@henkyhidayat7549]

i really like this song since maybe 27 years ago, and dreaming could play these nice sounds 😅

[@allangmiller]

I love that Phil, who gets so much hate from the cool kids, gets so much respect from musicians. To me, he'll always be a drummer first and foremost, but starting writing and singing lead so late on, and to turn out to be so damn good at it (whatever the cool kids say), still has me shaking my head.

[@tonyking6914]

Every time I think I can't be more amazed by Leland Sklar's talent...!

[@tomtoren4643]

Thank you for being here. As I and so many others have said, your channel is something we look forward to doing every day, hanging with Leland. Makes me happy to hear it does good for you, and I look forward to seeing what you bring in the future. Stay happy and healthy.

[@scottward8815]

Makes it look so easy. I watch these videos and think back to some of the shows I have seen live with 100000 watts of power and the auditorium or stadiums shaking with bass. Such great memories. Excellent song!

[@Servus_Mittenwald]

thank you so much❤❤❤ one of my favs!!!

[@robertocabiecesdiaz3775]

I really like this song , I never understood why is no more famous

[@DEC_EXPO_CREATIVE]

Love this from day one just to hear the basslines. Played this song 100 times and spolied the tape in 1998. My favourite always!

[@redhaegar]

Who is the unsung hero in a band? Right: the bassist. And who is the unsung hero on a record? Right: the studio musician. Check this legend.

[@rk41gator]

The BASS and the DRUMS. They are joined at the hip.....or should be. The great ones are! (cue in Phil Collins)

[@gladiatorao3]

You have played with some of the greatest artist like Phil Collins and James Taylor. I love many of the songs you played bass on. Thank you

[@noelbowerman1562]

No matter what I have to deal with in any given day , your posts always give me a lift ,thank you so much for all you do.

[@RichardScarpato-cp3ki]

Thank you, Lee. Enjoy life, say hi to Maureen, hope she feels better every day.....😊

[@billsheridan4595]

Your love of music beams from your inner soul. One of my favorite songs, very deep meaning. Watching you play the bass brings a smile on my face from ear to ear. Thank you!!!

[@Ethananoona]

Watching and enjoying from Zimbabwe, good to see the master of his craft at work.

[@stuartwilliams7371]

One day I learn to play a bass like this, I’m 48 years old and just got a real old crappy bass to practice on ( as I am keyboards/ pianos ) Good luck with the channel Ley, Stay safe and all the best 😀👍

[@quirky5160]

Leland just wanted to say thank you for doing all you do. You don't have to do this channel for us but you do it and it's much appreciated.👍

[@tomanderson8121]

I'd just like 2,ssy hello 2 A Legend 🎸👍

[@mindspinn311]

Whenever I decide to start playing bass again my goal is to learn this song. It used to make me sob as a child, so much so that I couldn’t listen to it. I had to get through that again recently as an adult so I could enjoy it without the inexplicable emotion. This song will be a beautiful haunting melody for me as long as I live. It’s just so powerful.

[@jbradymd]

There’s a reason he’s the most recorded bass player ever, he adds to the songs and makes everybody around him sound better. Riffs are always tasteful and perfectly timed. Amazing talent.

[@MulaBatiswaHutagaol]

I couldn't agree more with you. I believe the reason is because he is a sincere good man. He did anything to support the singer/ musician he worked with heard better.

[@steveseim]

Your channel has been one of the bright spots of the last few months, Lee.

[@hurk130]

I got here from Rick Beato's channel. I have immense respect for him and when he recommended to check out your channel....best KZbin move I ever made!!!

[@tolkstein]

Same here.

[@squatch545]

I'm surprised this video didn't get blocked.

[@richardmarcotte3983]

And just the opposite for me. I found Leland and then Beato. Working from home has infinitely increased this music lovers knowledge about music!

[@Dougie2945c]

One of my favourite tracks from Phil Collins As a father the lyrics mean a lot to me and love, absolutely love the intro and ending of the song with that deep guitar sound.

[@ronfeggio]

Thank you for these videos. It takes a lot of class to share like you do.

[@mauriciorenza4381]

WOW GENIAL, ESPECIAL, INTIMO, Y PERFECTO--------EXCELENTE, SALUDOS DESDE COLOMBIA!!!

[@Heymusicluvah]

Your "channel" is what I depend on to refresh my soul in the evening after all the harshness of daily life these days. Keep on going please!!

[@Heymusicluvah]

And you still have monster chops, sir!

[@wyup]

Such a treat watching Lee play one of my favourite bass grooves I always make out when listening.

[@mauriceenverarichaerts3925]

Unbeliveble mr sklar👌👌

[@baezroger]

Bass Masterpiece, I listened with 9 years this song, amazing... thanks..

[@henryfreeman7748]

How does anyone retire from music 😜 when I wake up I thank God for allowing me open my eyes so I can play my bass🎸once again. Music has always been my savior when stuff get tough beautiful song that dijjery do is a just wow,

[@theloniousjazzman8308]

Leland Sklar! Great comments at the start of this video. If you only knew how much I look forward to these videos, every weekday especially. I am an attorney and musician. I get a one hour lunch. I rush home (15 minutes both ways) to watch these videos. It's often the highlight of my day!

[@stevenbuckingham2152]

I'm a drummer but I've always loved bass. This song, this very song, has to be my absolute favourite bass track. I was ten years old when this came out. My older brother bought But Seriously... on vinyl and someone in the house recorded it onto tape. I remember sitting outside listening to this track over and over in my dad's van (the bass was good in there), always rewinding and doing that thing where you try and guesstimate how long you let it rewind till you hit the start of the song again! Older people remember those days...! I still come back to this track so often and always crank up the bass. I love listening to how your fingers dance, especially in the end choruses as they repeat. Those little "twirls" between lines... All in all it's a beautiful, beautiful bassline, goes so nicely with Phil's amazing rhythmic magic. Thank you!

[@AdultsOnlyMagic]

Love your vibe, brother. And terrific take on the tune. Love from Dubuque Iowa!

[@YouMeAndAnAlbum]

That line that starts at 10:03. Oh my.

[@graphsas]

It's a masterpiece. Bravo, maestro!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@FrankKoenen]

Anyone paying attention will quickly realize what a prize it is for us all to have Leland Sklar. I look forward to seeing your next post and your amazing playing. Thank you!

[@Blitzwing1912]

As much as love this song, there is no mention it was in the end credits of the movie Firebirds with Nicholas cage and Tommy Lee Jones..great 90s movie

[@face0253]

I look forward all day to see what your latest post will be. Thanks Leland for your music, your stories, and words of encouragement, during these times.

[@jltuttle6764]

We live in Indiana and have been wanting to take our family on a Western vacation. My wife and I took our four kids on a 17 day road trip around the western United States to see some of the national parks. We have family in LA and stayed with them for a couple of days just a few days ago. I found out they live 10 minutes South of you so we stopped by and had my picture taken by your front gate. It was fun to see your neighborhood. Love your channel. I've seen you live a number of times most notably with James Taylor in the 80's. Always loved your style.

[@cliffstutts]

Lee sklar. Lifelong bass player here. I never comment on these things till now. Thank you man. I get so much good energy and interesting comments and topics. So relate to your point of view - I run if it’s a 5 min video - I’m telling g my wife hold it! Something up w lee! And I check in. Thank you thank you. I’m a fan

[@TheShakyArtist]

I do the same thing!! If I get a notification that he's posted, that's it, I have to see what's happening with Lee!

[@rk41gator]

WOW. I just hit the 'appreciation' you are stating for Phil Collins. I loved Genesis since the '70s. But never got into the lyrics or listened to Mr. Collin's albums. I am now 70 yrs old and FINALLY truly listening. I am realizing how great Phil Collins is (and Genesis). To hear you say you are just getting really 'in to it' now is a revelation. Better late than never, eh? Tell Phil some of us know what a subtle treasure he is. Soul is never something of which we NEVER tire. Thanks. (to be a good drummer you can not be meek)

[@MistaSCARY]

Happy Lord’s Day. God Bless You. 💕🙏🏻

[@jonlate4581]

Thank you Lee.

[@tannertuner]

There is a whole slew of us who have played or sung all of our lives and have never gotten the gig opportunity we always thought we would have just because we couldn’t figure out how or just couldn’t walk off from life and go across country...or didn’t believe we could, anyway. This has connected us all. Maybe this will be the thing that helps us all figure out either how to do it or that we could have all along. Really. For a lot of us very talented musicians, it’s been just the mental or physical block of “HOW”, when things are so different in our generation.

[@Stringman1950]

Lee, though we’ve never met, you’ve been a treasure since I first saw you with JT in concert in the 70s. Hang in there. You’re sharing the good stuff and positive vibes. No telling how many people you’re bringing joy to. Thanks.

[@CROMP4]

The stories and music are something I look forward to everyday but... you’re kindness and humanity are even better. As I say daily, Thank you sir.

[@nofretzDW]

Lee, your channel is an absolute conduit to THE CENTER my heart. God Bless. 🙏 Keep “crankin’” 😁

[@toxicplayz1879]

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[@thealrightestguitarist9135]

1989 feels like yesterday to me, too. It's funny that, as I get older, memories of my childhood years become even stronger and more meaningful. Phil's music has that affect on me, too. He's so indescribably singular. In many ways, his voice defined the 80's for me.

[@christianfasy]

With all the harshness everywhere, I look forward to your videos. They are a refuge for me. Thanks, man.

[@joelmathiason6070]

One of Phil's rare songs that doesn't build to a climax. Another note to his writing is he is one of the best pop music "bridge" writers ever. This song has one hell of a bridge. I agree with Ron....whenever I want to chill out, I'll turn on your channel and you bring me back to center! Thank you for opening your studio and world to us!

[@garynelson178]

Your very right on,,,,,, about the multi talents of Phil Collins !!!!!

[@Art_Sklyar]

100%

[@tomdula2477]

Thank you, Lee. Look forward to watching you every day. You are the equivalent of "Mr. Rogers" therapy for adults. It's always a beautiful day in your neighborhood. Thank you for letting me be your neighbor!

[@davidmarais1048]

We love you, Lee. You channel has TRULY been one of the most important and helpful tools for me personally during these uncertain times. I have been suicidal many times these last few months and your channel has literally kept me connected and helped me step back from the edge a number of times. It's down to your compassion, humanness, God-given talent, warmth, soul, kindness, humility.... the list could go on. Thank YOU!!!

[@helenespaulding9372]

David Marais please hang in, David.......reach out when you feel in despair. So many of us feel this way now....

[@davidmarais1048]

@@helenespaulding9372 Too kind, Helene. I know so many folks who are in such a difficult space... I appreciate your kind words so much. Thank you. One day at a time, right?

[@helenespaulding9372]

David Marais that’s the ONLY way to get through this. Otherwise, too overwhelming. Now I’m going to worry about you David. Please check in from time to time in the comments. I’ll look for you....

[@technoelevatorengineering2582]

Mr. Sklar, you are doing great even in the pandemic and quenching the thirst of listener's heart. Salute from the bottom of my heart. Live long and keep playing. God bless you.

[@Shelsight]

Been a Phil fan since seeing the Live at Perkins Palace video (as in a video cassette) when I was 11. Most of my lifelong Phil favourites are from Face Value and HIMBG. But I remember buying But Seriously at Our Price Records, the day it came out - and while all 12 songs resonated in different ways, Find A Way To My Heart became one of my instant favourites. And still is. It's nearly up there with Take Me Home as the perfect album bookend... Hearing Leland play it made me smile on a v rough day...

[@anthonycook4297]

You are so very welcome ! I think I speak for many by saying your channel is just great for us bottom dwellers out there 🙌🏽 Love the bass line in this Phil Collins tune ... great fretboard movement 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼And definitely want a signed art piece . BASS ON ... BASS BROTHER 🎵

[@sunra59]

Hi Leland. I watch your videos everyday here in the UK. I haven’t been outside the bungalow for 4 months, except to go for a walk. I watch while I drink my morning cup of tea and try and figure out what to do with my day. I really love being led along some musical alleyway that I might have avoided without the right company. Who knew Phil Collins post Genesis was worth a listen! You’re part of my morning routine and the days are each a little better for that. The voices of sanity are too easily drowned out across the world - I just hope the next 10 years or so aren’t as bleak as they look like they’re going to be. Thank you for the music. 🎸🥇Ps you must have the cleanest yard in Pasadena!

[@stephen.smillie0427]

For me, & I hope for you too, music never retires. Music will retire you! & you wouldn’t want it any other way! You’ll keep playing to the very end, & we’re all that much better for it! “Keep on a’keepin’ on, man, & thank you SO much!

[@evandrom.olivier7483]

Thanks Mr Sklar for keeping my sanity during this hard times we've been passing thru. After meditating before sleeping, your base notes remove a bolder from my soul to finally face another day. Thanks from Brazil.

[@karenmilovich3088]

Your daily posts are like having a friend call each day just to check in...THX!

[@AlexisMigueles]

I love this song!! Thanks so much, hi from Argentina!!

[@Thendrotomo]

Really love see and enjoy the way you play the bass,. And...I am the fans of Genesis

[@jeffhebert9643]

Your channel has been a blessing for us too . ...I don't care if you're playing bass , working in your garden or telling your fantastic stories . You are just an incredible human being with lots of talents to share and I thank you for that.

[@faithclifford5893]

My husband and I danced to all of this music. So nice to know you played, you kept our feet moving.

[@pavingopal6700]

What a cool man

[@bigraphs]

Since ‘89 I loved the bass of this song, listening playing it for us IT’S LIKE A DREAM COME TRUE !!! It’s such a gift !!! It’s a pleasure to our ears. I THANK YOU SO MUCH from the bottom of my heart !!!! Thank you for your work, time, wisdom and love for making this beautiful videos !!!!! If you please make a video with the song: “I cannot believe it’s true” from the album “Hello, I must be going” from Phil Collins I would be sooooo happy. Listening you since I was 12 years old !!!! Now I’m 43 !!!

[@deborabielik6017]

Excellent Lee!

[@ziopinoo71]

Hi Leland we all your fans have to thank you in a very special way to accompany us during those hard moments of pandemy. Your channel.is fantastic and every time you re-perform for us a phil's song is really a magic moment Pleasee keep on! hope that ..who knows .. someday you 'll come back with Phil live in Italy.

[@awon1401]

Everyday enjoy your bass line Lee...👍👍👍make me happy

[@Art_Sklyar]

🎉

[@brianstephen5392]

Phil's Two Hearts bass would be great Lee thanks.

[@sebastianbader5614]

Awesome, Lee!! Thx a lot. 👏👏👏

[@sudapl]

Musicians need to play and people who love music need to hear live music. Right now this channel is helping us all. Thank you. Oh, and that Jim Beam drawing definitely has a place at my bar! Take good care of yourself.

[@AlexandreTasca]

That is the last and the best But Seriously's song! Thanks, Leland!

[@andrewhallett-patterson9778]

You should not be thanking your viewers, WE should be thanking you for sharing your life, your internationally recognised contribution to all genres of music, unchallenged skills and knowledge, and your philosophies. 👍👍🇭🇲

[@hervetalavera307]

Dear Leland, to hear and see you say "Thanks to all the people who are coming to see my channel..." is amazing because when I read hundreds of comments I understand you are a kind of "mental lifeline " in those dark days... So THANKS THANKS THANKS for all that you do 🙏 France salute you

[@colargol3845]

same here, we lost people, jobs but not the music! I will switch to bass playing :) LOL no i'll stick to my stratocaster & telecaster. You truly rocks Leland!

[@GMSade]

I know I've said this before, but I wanted to retell you how much I've appreciated these videos and the wonderful work you've done over the years. Just FYI, I gave a plug for you on my radio show, so I'm hoping more folks will tune into the voluminous body of work that is in your historical music catalogue. Thanks for all the years of great work!

[@edciechon67]

I had to watch it live as well. Phil played the Air Bass! Live Sydney 1990.... Great forgotten song. Sleeper!!! Thank you, Mr Sklar!!!

[@stephenbrown310]

Thanks for sharing this video Lee, I have been a huge fan of Phils for 40 years he truly is an a exceptional artist 😀👍

[@kidboston]

Leland… you are a good good man.

[@la196]

Hi Lee, happy Sunday, thank goodness for KZbin:). This is all good review and rehearsal for you to keep up on your chops. When it's time to get back out there doing what you do best, (and that day will come), all the motor/muscle memory will be there for you:) As always, thanks for your time, so appreciated!

[@ericfleetwood6744]

You're welcome. Like you, most of us have also been denied doing something that was a major part of our lives before COVID-19. Your channel and hearing from you gives us something to look forward to every day.

[@legod1717]

Lee this channel has been a gem for me during this time. As a music teacher of 30 years now retired but still playing, this has been a very difficult time for me for the same reasons you talk about. I can’t rehearse or perform with my friends or for an audience since this all happened and it’s tough. Thanks for these videos and chatting about your experiences. Look forward to them every day. Keep up the great work and hopefully soon we can get back to what we love. 👍😎

[@DDK62]

🎼 I live in south Florida & made a mention of Mr. Collins the other day. Someone caught up with him one day while walking in PAIN down the street & he just let out a big smile & wave. You are my big smile & wave for the day!! There are a very small amount of gentlemen out there.. & you , Phil, Ian Anderson are a special sort to me.. There are more , but I think you get the idea. Its not always about the music. Through Steve Morse , who also lives here in Florida, DEEP PURPLE. Have decided to sell the crew t-shirts of the missed concert(s) I believe it was there SWOOSH new album? ( may be wrong, but the idea is correct) . And give the proceeds to the to the crew!! ... There's a little giving back, recycling & very smart idea to help the little guy behind the scenes. Wanted to throw that out there in case there's a few warehouses full of band merch that's not going anywhere!! Luvya, Leland ❤🐾🐾 PS- beautiful artwork!!... Any of the pups?

[@lenmaynard4860]

Lee, your talent as a musician seemed to be limitless...and then I saw your drawings. Mind blown. You're a true artist in every way, They are beautiful. I love your channel.

[@markwilmeth3082]

That is exactly what my head Injury did to me! I was in the hospital for 8 months after an accident I was in. I felt exactly like you! I could not wait to get out of the hospital so I could do something again!!!

[@John_Dowland]

That is really a channel to people's hearts and souls, a current to cure and feed them in these difficult times. May you be blessed for such a humanitarian activity, Mr. Sklar! 🙏

[@dannyriccardo-kornpet859]

Damn, those drawings! The art thief in me would grab number three. The art collector is on a budget.

[@TheMazzimM]

Yes. Indeed. Truly one of Phil's best...I had forgotten. And you contributed. Stunning.

[@bruce3038]

Well.... if that's the best you can do, Leland.... I suppose it's alright.

[@mrbithead9617]

This is one of my most favourite Phil Collins songs, and your masterful bass playing brings it to life. Thank-you for this.

[@jarimarkkanen6383]

Lee. There is no words to tell you have important you'r channel is to me and millions other people. Thank you Sir doing this

[@eheavensone]

Phil is a genius in so many ways. Thanks for the song Lee, stuff like this sheds light in places where there was once none.

[@bigrobbie309]

Thanks so much I just went 60 over this lock down. I have always played the drums/percussion. Love you brother

[@ditchgator1]

Absinthe...absence makes the heart grow fonder . Stage is gonna come. It has been written. Look forward to this place of solace every day. Thank you. Love brother

[@wagnerribeirodesantana1651]

Incredible closing song for the album! ❤️🎶🎧