32. Lyle Lovett / That's Right

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[@lindadodson1586]

I saw Lyle and his large band in Lancaster, PA, this past summer. I almost didn't go because no one could go with me. But at the last minute--I mean, --3:30-- in the afternoon and the concert started at --7:30---- I bought a ticket and went. Best decision ever!! The large band is bursting with talent, mostly from names not familiar to us. And Lyle is one of the most humble and gracious performers ever. He is so happy to step aside and show appreciation to the band, allow them to show off their talent, and give the audience a chance to know them better.

[@lumo]

his signature bass looks amazing

[@Byamize]

Great stuff! Thank you for all the wonderful musical memories Leland.

[@davidklebek5068]

Have been enjoying these shows while staying at home. It is relaxing to me like watching a baseball game (which we can't really do right now). Thanks so much.

[@Jaroenski]

Thanks for your words about taking responsibility in this Corona crisis. They did not come across preachy to me. Too many people discard the rules and people are dying because of doing so. Great song and playing !!

[@fldrummerman]

What a life you have lived. I love Lyle. Only seen him twice but never with the very large band. Twice

[@bumpdunlop]

Victor and Allison are from my home town. The last time I saw Victor was in 1992. We were leaving the "shed" as he was arriving. The shed was a heated, concrete floored barn, or out building at a local musicians farm. Just about everybody in town jammed or practiced there. That day was the last time I played with any drummer except Terry Hawkins, who a few days later started a 23 year stint with me on bass. Yes, Victor is an amazing bass player.

[@billpennymcnally226]

Hi Leland from Tasmania we hope your safe and healthy we just love you reminiscing the old days cheers Bill & Penny

[@Belman5]

Yeah baby.......that bass sounds awesome....in the right hands of course :-) very sweet indeed!

[@devonaz]

Thank you many times. Lyle is so great.

[@peggyhahn7295]

Not only outstanding bass playing and a long record of live performances (that is why I came on your channel) but also truely right: Stay at home an take of the others - common sense✌️ thank you! Greetz from Cologne

[@MrVulch]

Thank you Leland, best wishes from the UK.

[@jramsey9690]

Well, you have to be from Texas to get the full meaning. And it’s all true…my man, Lyle! Am so glad to have discovered this channel and get to know Mr. Sklar.

[@GordonRock1]

Loved your playing on this song! Watching all your videos. Keep them coming! Figured since I’m watching them all I better subscribe! 👍👍😃😷😃🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@Timmandel]

A great song. Thank you. Your awesome.

[@Heymusicluvah]

You are helping us get through this. Thanks Lee!

[@geoffbristowe5709]

Wow awesome. So cool to watch and listen. Thanks

[@MusicLiberates]

Hey Leland !! I’ve been enjoying your videos. As a long time member of the Large Band, we really dug having you and Russ tour with us! I also enjoyed recording “The Blues Walk” live with you on the Large Band record. Rock on, brother! - Steve Marsh (sax)

[@MultiDwang]

You are right Leland. With the numbers of infected people out there, this is far from over, sadly.

[@larrybyrom8711]

Of course our home guys, Charles Rose and Harvey Thompson from the Shoals are part of the Large Band!! We love and cherish them here. We love and cherish you too!

[@mattrobison3348]

Got to see you play with him in Fort Worth at Bass Hall the last time you toured with him. We go see Lyle every chance we can and that was a fantastic show. Cheers.

[@nephilymbass1]

Surgical technologist here, just want to say thanks for the shoutout to healthcare workers.

[@chrisneyman]

This video found me down the road a bit but hit me super hard. Thank you for the video and thank you for playing on this tune. 🔥♥️

[@marka6907]

Great story Leland. I saw you play with the large band at the Texas Big State Music Festival in College Station in 2007. One of my most favorite concerts! I have a picture of you in that concert on my wall. I think I also saw you play with JT in Houston late last year 2021.

[@scottflyger432]

Great Phil story too. Such a tasteful player.

[@Funkybassplayer]

Hey lee, I have not seen this one. Was recommended. KZbin did me a favor. 👍🏻You killed it as always. Great fast song. Greetings.

[@christinavines559]

Good evening Leland is Christina again this video is amazing definitely terrific absolutely wonderful

[@christinavines559]

This jazz swing band in Texas is pretty awesome definitely wonderful at least is incredible thank you so much I really appreciate you are being safe from the Cornavirus outbreak Happening

[@christinavines559]

Absolutely wonderful

[@rickbaker4571]

Fun Fun song to play. Stay well Le!!

[@Leo-fp2lf]

Leland, I’m an artist too and I’m a producer and a huge huge fan of yours!!! So happy you are on here!!!!!!!

[@j40bob1]

Man, you look like you are having fun. If I could play that fast, I would play that song all the time.

[@toddpurnick5848]

Man, if you only knew how bad it would be. Thank you for what you do brother,

[@stevemartin7096]

Love Lyle. What a treat for him to have your bass line grace one of his songs. Wow! Thanks!

[@rust2nite]

Fantastic! Great tone!

[@summercarrot]

Mr. Lyle Lovett is one of my favourite artists of all time. It was with him that I first saw Mr. Sklar live.

[@jeffreymiller4049]

Love the Lyle Lovett Western Swing bass line on “That’s Right , I’m Not From Texas”. Brilliant! I’ve been your biggest fan in Texas since I heard you performing with Linda Ronstadt in Austin in the 70’s. I‘ve been hooked on your bass lines ever since. Thank you for sharing your heart and soul with us.

[@keeldragger]

Really fantastic, but I was cussing KZbin when they popped a commercial in the middle of the song!

[@mattheweastel129]

Outstanding bass line, I love the speed changes between the sections. Really high quality

[@toddstropicals]

If more people had your wisdom the world would be a much better place. Common sense seems to be a rare thing these days.

[@carlboswell986]

Matter of fact, common sense is nearly extinct!

[@toddkirkey4907]

Love the songs. Not the politics. Play songs please. Leave the medicinal advice up to the experts please.

[@ZiddersRooFurry]

@@toddkirkey4907 He's quoting the advice the experts at the CDC are instructing people to follow. At any right it's his channel not yours.

[@toddkirkey4907]

Zidders Roofurry just a suggestion zidders. Also the CDC newsletter I get everyday doesn’t fully support the claim. Listen...I get the hatred to a party. It’s what is being pushed online. But we need calm factual leadership. We need friendship. We need planning. Not mass panic. Be well sir!

[@ivanisrael4442]

Common sense is not so common!

[@danabrewer3676]

So pleased I found your channel. I've been a bassist since Jr. High. The more I watch, the more I look back, the more I know I've been listening to you pretty much my whole life that is now 51 years long and playing many lines in horn bands, wedding and show cover bands. Please accept my humble appreciation for the inspiration over the years as I've been a huge fan of many artists you've played with and I've so borrowed spacious and breathable playing concepts as an approach. Now I know where to send my thanks. *bow to you kind sir.

[@danabrewer3676]

@BrantheBroken I second this to the enth power. A few points. If you're a person of a certain age, there was only radio and in order to hear bass sometimes best, take it to the car. If, as I did at one time lacked a tuner, honk the horn. Mine was an F in my Mercury. I have a great story about taking a Greyhound from South Dakota to Indiana after a road break with another bassist. At some point in the middle of the night and can't sleep, I take out my bass to fiddle. A couple of people want me to play them something. I try something, something else but it's inaudible because ...it's a bus. The frequency of an unplugged bass. They say "you pick something". I say, "do you know the theme to Mahogany?" I was 21 but knew this line and loved it for it's spacious beauty. The other night watching the 25,000 tracks video I learned who played on that recording. Took me right back to the bus somewhere in the middle of a road break and one of the happiest times of my life as bass often does.

[@juststeve5542]

It's 3:30am, I really shouldn't be listening to this so loud, and tapping my foot so enthusiastically! You're a bad influence!

[@matmanx2]

That was tight!!! Loved that thanks

[@maxberueffy5614]

Lyle wrote that song with my old high school buddy, Willis Alan Ramsey. I believe you played on Willis Alan’s debut album, Lee.

[@rodmartens5453]

This is a regular stop everyday you post. I’ve seen you live a few times and it’s always great. Thank you so much!

[@reygab3880]

Hi sir i am one of your vivid fan with regards to bass …remember the ALIBI americas 1980 album…before the internet arrived i always wonder whos the bass player on this album coz the bass running note is very familiar to me and it happened to be you Mr. Lyle haha ha, you know ,one of my fave group also is America , other personnel on this album also is Steve Lukather, Timothy B. Smith what an Album…take care Lyle

[@dougsamskin7639]

Wow, I could watch that a hundred times. I love that style of Lyle. Thank you so much for bringing these songs to us. It feels like I am in the room with you having a personal conversation. Hearing the stories, and getting to know you, gets me inspired to rediscover the older music with a different appreciation, and a stronger connection. Can’t thank you enough. Hope to see you back on stage when this nightmare ends. Aside from Facebook, how else would we be able to know when you are going to be playing?

[@kevin6667]

Great tune! Viktor Krauss and I played in college orchestra together and I’ve been fortunate enough to work enough Lyle shows as a stagehand to see and hear you both just totally shred that Texas swing! Thank you!!

[@Stevemartian4321]

Shredder Cheese fast enough for me

[@c4sb2008]

stay safe brother! great videos!

[@davidmarais1048]

What a groove. Unbelievable talent and grace.

[@mauricioalvarez7704]

Enjoyed your playing a lot, and the super sound of your bass! Keep'em comming, Leland. You ARE making a difference for those of us who love music, love the bass, and are home-trapped throughout this pandemic. Thank you!

[@rasputin3834]

Young bassist from russia here, stumbled over your channel recently, extremely inspiring to see a man like you tell of his expirience during his life. Stay safe, i study in norway and luckily people here have their wits in order and follow the goverments wishes. Good luck.

[@dfsis]

Man this was GOOD PLAYING! There's no way I can remember that bass line, and I'm half your age! lol :P I see your videos every day. They become a MUST. Thanks again for your wisdom.

[@Bassman0611]

Lee...a real pleasure hearing you play one of Lyle's signature tunes. Thanks for the "treat".... Peace and be safe!

[@georgepauls2911]

Thanks Lee for keeping us sane through this nightmare!! We are right behind you on the state of our nation Can’t wait to see you when you are back on the road!! Lots of love to you and yours

[@jazzchris2008]

Nice tune! Nice Bass!

[@Tedroy]

This is excellent!

[@svenlindemann5084]

OMG, Lyle Lovetts recordings are one of the best, in mix and sound and quality, just a pleasure to my ears !!!

[@Qmedslol9000over]

I've never played bass before, but I've always liked it. You are quickly becoming one of my heros on the instrument. If I start, it'll be because of you and flea.

[@kellygarnet6329]

If you want inspiration watch juliaplaysgroove.

[@kennonmoen4424]

What a fun song! Looked like a bit of the Jamerson “hook” going on there. Is that a throwback from your early upright days? Thanks again; this is so much fun! Stay home...stay safe...save lives!

[@bigggunnn]

I assisted on all of those Lyle projects. Man, its such a treat to watch you play. You are universally appreciated first, as the good man you are, and second, as the brilliant musician you never fail to show yourself to be. Cheers. be well!

[@vicentevaldez7857]

Great videos. Thanks for taking the time to share your playing and stories. This is an excellent way to use our isolation time!

[@lackofeffortfpv7412]

wtf alphabet inc, ad @ 10:05!!!?? chopped right into a song! Thanks again for this peek of life well lived.

[@randyherron6058]

Much joy from watching and listening to your knowledge thanks

[@mdturnerinoz]

That bass is SO BEAUTIFUL! And having a 1987 Warwick Streamer I know yours must be a pure joy to play! Absolutely love Lyle's voice and his Instagram channel.

[@61hink]

What a hoot! Fantastic to listen to. You looked like you were having as much fun playing it as when you were on stage. Thanks.

[@kytough]

You, Sir, are the bass player that I aspire to be. Everything you play is so clean and tight, it blows my mind. I've been a fan for years now, but since you've started this channel, I've grown a much deeper respect for you as a human being. You have been a big source of inspiration in this low point. Thank You!

[@dmolls]

Lee I just love the bass line you play for this song. You created such an infectious pocket!!!! As fellow bassist, I can hear just how satisfying it must feel to play this tune with a great drummer.

[@Kurtis-Schubert]

Nice palate refresher!

[@keefy4390]

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your musical skill and stories, it is very much appreciated! You are a lovely person!

[@mumblbeebee6546]

That was such fun! Not just the tune, and your memories, but to share your joy in playing this - thank you!

[@banjoved]

Wow! Those walking bass lines go by faster than a speeding bullet!! I remember this song from years ago by Lyle, but had forgotten all about it. I love the way the rhythm changes from half time to swing time. Thanks once.again, Lee!🥳👍🏼

[@slipperynoodle20]

Oh man, that was sooo tasty! I turned 68 today and this feels like a present.

[@marlonstjohn]

Happy Birthday!

[@slipperynoodle20]

@@mousejustmouse Thanks, mouse.

[@slipperynoodle20]

@@marlonstjohn Thanks, Marlon.

[@lelandsklar6363]

Tom Gorsuch Happy Birthday 👍🏻🎂

[@slipperynoodle20]

@@lelandsklar6363 Thank you Leland! That will put some extra spring in my step for....I don't know how long!!

[@storydon]

Can't tell you how much I look forward to these. Making the stay-at-home a lot more fun. Thanks Mr. Sklar!

[@Below-Average_Joe]

That is a cool bass line!

[@ddellwo]

Put this song on a tape for my wife to let her know we were being relocated from Minneapolis to Houston - almost 25 years later we’re still here and loving The Lone Star State! Great to hear a little Lyle - an artist who is so dear to us down in Houston!

[@garynelson178]

Your stories are priceless!!! Cool change up from the pace,,,Never get enough Phil,,,,,,,

[@danrae1737]

I have been an inveterate liner notes reader since the 60s. "One Man Dog", is the first album upon which I remember seeing your and your colleagues' names, and then seeing your names over and over again on so many more records back then. A real pleasure watching you here. Thanks, eh! Do you have any stories about our local hero Leonard Cohen?

[@vewilli]

Great Leland, I had the honour to see you live in Innsbruck, Austria, with TOTO. It was/is an event that I‘ll never forget anymore. It’s not only because of your perfect bass playing, but also because of your extraordinary appearance ...

[@chrislomas953]

Fantastic! More Lyle please. Half way through I had to go and grab a bass and cop a couple of those walking licks - thanks, loving the videos and stories - stay safe.

[@guitarxc1]

Thank you Leland I am pleased to hear you talking and playing ! Love your music and love Lyle as well. I live in Milano Italy and I really enjoy to follow every night your videos .

[@gratefulpipeandcigar3239]

Thanks for the Lyle Lovett!! I love it! I saw the Big Band at the Greek Theater. Saw Timothy Schmit in the audience that night. Such great music😊

[@johnnymowdown7268]

Thank you Lee!

[@davideseganti]

Thanks a lot. I'm a huge fan of Mr. Lovett: saw him live with his jarge band in 1999 in Seattle, WA, nights at the pier, but the bass was played by Victor Krauss, I think. I was there for the summer holidays coming from Italy, where I live. I'll never forget it. Thanks again, take care.

[@lastjedi3473]

You are an amazeing bass player Mr. Sklar i enjoy watching your videos each day they defenitely brighten my day. I would love to see you play some material from the immediate family...thankyou for shareing your playing with us.

[@rogeralcantara]

Thank you sir. You are a major inspiration. In fact I'm such a huge fan, I named my son after you. And when Sklar's all grown up, I'll tell him all about you and the wonderful work you did. I met you at NAMM 3 years ago. And I was right... you are an even more amazing person. Stay safe sir. Thank you for all these wonderful music to keep us company as we stay home.

[@MrPrincebass99]

Loved it. You played a killer turnaround about halfway through the tune. Gotta learn this song. Thank you, sir!

[@gregleroy1]

Hey Lee, a pleasure to see and hear you and to see that you're well and safe.👍🏼

[@randyedward1]

Crazy good! Thank you for lightening up our day, again! Love the variety...🎵

[@monkigunmkiiflash3110]

I saw you and Lyle and his large band years ago open for Sting in Pittsburgh PA. You guys were amazing. Glad to see you are well- Peace!

[@CindyDC]

❤️ loved it

[@andalf_der_graue]

Such an uplifting experience to watch your daily uploads. You're one of my idols you know and one of the reasons I picked up the bass guitar 10 years ago. :-)

[@AndreaRuoccomusic]

What a beautiful sound!!! Have a nice day! Thank you for the video 🎸🎻🥁🎹

[@a1guitarmaker]

You have always been one of our favorite bass players. I only got to see you live one time in Atlanta, Karla Bonoff opening for Jackson Browne, Running On Empty. I think you were in Karla's band. It's hard to remember because both bands were packed with great musicians and Karla and Jackson had great sets. Thank you for popping up now. To see how you approach bass is very instructive and your stories are cool. Stay safe too.

[@snixl]

Wonderful play, wonderful tone, thank you very much you made my day

[@Dan79istheman]

Farrrrk yes Leland.

[@xtrict]

Greetings from Ireland. Most excellent as ever. See you tomorrow Leland.

[@rjcga67]

Thank you very much for doing these videos - I look forward to seeing them everyday.

[@TheGreatConstantini]

i was talking with my good friend “Alabama Ricky” on the phone last week. He’s been holed up on his farm from the start of this virus and we discussing a neighbor of mine who just is not taking the pandemic too seriously. I was lamenting that the guy is educated but just doesn’t seem to get the severity his actions could inflict on others. Ricky paused for a second and then said, “I’ve met some smart people in life, and I’ve met some with common sense, but I’ve seldom met someone that was both smart and had common sense”. I thought that was wonderful. Ricky has barely a six grade education and a whole lot of smarts. Leland, I recommend he meet you if he wants to see both! Keep going strong.

[@mechfeeney]

really cool to watch! nice

[@LarryMitchellmusic]

Lee, great to see you healthy and as wise as ever. Always great to hear you play. You play the right thing at the right time always. :0)

[@walkingbassline]

Saw the large band and got to meet you a few years ago, what a pleasure! Great playing and great videos. Thanks for sharing.