58. Jim Keltner on Jeff Porcaro

[@panheadcraig]

when I was 13 years old I took lessons from Joe Porcaro , one day I came for my lesson and Joe said my son is in the studio playing go in there and watch him. So I sat there and was just blown away and couldn't believe that I was sitting five feet from Jeff Porcaro layin down the tightest grooves , well I've never forgot it ,and he was so nice to me too. That memory will be with me til I die.

[@karenbrown7566]

panheadcraig Wow, lucky you. His loss is such a shame, both as a drummer and a person.

[@drumsport]

You met a great gentleman.

[@88pynogrl]

Damn!!! That is sooo cool. Did he say anything to you? Or were you too shy?

[@wookie20f]

I adore Jim Keltner. 💙🌟Never a bad word about anybody.

[@downthestretch85]

Keltner on Porcaro...man this is so deep and special. Thanks for sharing this!! What a soul brother.

[@KarlHalliday-q6j]

Thank you Jim for the wonderful memories of Jeff.

[@ronhochhalter3491]

Hearing one of the greatest talk about one of the greatest is so amazing. The guy holding the camera ain't to bad either, haha. Thanks so much Leland for sharing this video.

[@iseeolly9959]

Jeff Porcaro, Calos Vega, Russ Kunkle, Joe Morello and Steve Gadd taught me how to play drums....Keith moon taught me how to be mad.......RIP Jeff and Carlos. Thanks Leland, you taught me how to be a good friend xx

[@tarzanmike7836]

Carlos Vega was amazing.

[@chrisclermont456]

Jeff Porcaro was a first rate monster of music. I miss him every day!!

[@bedtimegore1329]

I think this channel is the best thing that has happened on KZbin since 2005. Forgive me if I repeat it in every comment Mr Sklar, but thanks, thanks, THANKS !!!! ❤️

[@ronmiller9212]

I got behind my first drum kit , a set of Beverly , ( English drum manufacturing co. latter to be bought out by Premier ) , at the age of 10 in1969 . My first inspiration was Ringo .Nothing unusual about that . While I was noodling around , the owner of the kit said ," come and watch this guy playing the drums on TV" , the programme was Hullaballoo . Fast forward 7 years to 1976 , I'm at a party and Dirty Low Down from Silk Degrees is playing and it knocks me out of the ball game . "who the hell is that" I ask myself .Holly scamoly , it's the same dude who cut some of my favourite tracks with Steely Dan , a band that remains my favourite to this day . Jeff Porcaro . Only then do I discover Jim Keltner , who had cut my other favourite tracks with Steely Dan . To cut a long story short , I bought that Beverly kit ( $5 US ) on the strength of what I had just witnessed in 1969 . Oh , and the drummer playing the Hullaballoo show , I subsequently found out years later , none other than Mr. Jim Keltner . My apologies for the long drawn out story but I had to get it out . These two Gentlemen are embedded into my soul interminably and am eternally grateful for that . Thanks Leland .

[@michaelanderson2881]

You're lucky, in a way. I've been playing since I was 14 (1976) and I really didn't "discover" Jeff Porcaro until about 5 years ago. I mean, I'd heard him play, but I never dived into the technique and groove and I was in my 50's before I realized what a monster he was.

[@pamr4040]

Mr. Keltner's is another name I always looked for on my albums back then...what a great tribute to Jeff from one of the best! 🧡

[@west4coast77]

Besides the incredible talents of these musicians - the common denominator seems to be that they're good and kind people. Always professional, by showing up on time and being prepared, coupled with a respect for one another. Whatever discipline you're involved in, these factors hold true. Having a good sense of humor is a huge asset as well. Being able to share a laugh with one another - even if it's at your own expense, is icing on the cake! Here's to Jeff!

[@2009carol2010]

I heard Jim say that drummers are the nicest, most laid back musicians, maybe because they take out their frustrations on their drums! 😄

[@Phoebedumplings]

Wise words from Mr Keltner, who Jeff absolutely idolised

[@DavidJamesCarbone]

This Mr. Sklar is blowing my mind...incredible

[@livemusicalgarve]

The love and mutual respect these guys have for each other is just amazing. Great work...

[@Arexodius]

I've seen these before but thank you so much for cataloguing them like this!

[@shkyrbty]

Sweet interview. Thank you.

[@weschilton]

Thank you for your thought, Jim! Jeff is so terribly missed!

[@ransbarger]

Jim looks great for 78 yrs old. Keep on trucking.

[@larydixon4824]

Lee, this was a Priceless glimpse into a World Class Musician and a Dearly Loved Gentleman.. Hearing these words from another well respected player like Jim Keltner adds so much more to the Legacy of Jeff Porcaro.. He was one of those Very Rare Talents that only seem to come along Once in a Lifetime.. Thank you so much for sharing this with us all... Lary

[@rhondawilkins_]

I always feel like I have FIRST CLASS SEATS to all of Leland's youtube videos! And FIRST CLASS VIP when these videos are about THE GREAT JEFF PORCARO! I so admire Susan Porcaro Goings after being widowed myself in 2017 after 25 years marriage.

[@martinn6564]

A massive thanks for this on Mr Sklar. A massive loss to music, Jeff leaving so early. A fantastic insight to his thinking. Who on earth votes this stuff down?

[@thomasthompson698]

Jim Keltner is another iconic drummer...I have a LOT of good....great albums he played on...from his iconic playing on Anticipation for Carly Simon...his work with Randy Newman, Richard Thompson, John Lennon, George Harrison, and so many others...... and man I hope I look as vital and am as lucid as he is when I am 78!!! I love your videos Leland! You make everyone so accessible, human and real to us! Thanks!

[@chrisevanz]

Jim Keltner is my all-time favourite drummer. Should I admit that I first heard him (credited) on the Manhattan Transfer album way back in ‘77 :)

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

yeah that Tulsa gang Leon Russell, Carl Radle, Bobby Whitlock, JJ Cale, Uncle Charlie Wilson and the Gap Band, Jamie oldaker, Ronnie Dunn, the great David Gates, great late died in a car crash underrated country female singer Gus Hardin

[@andrewsandoz8005]

Mr. Keltner goes way back. First time I was made aware of him was when he played drums with Jim Gordon in Leon Russell and Joe Cocker's band Mad Dogs and Englishmen good stuff.

[@williamjackson6705]

We already knew that Jeff was one of the greatest drummers of all time , thanks for letting us know was a nice guy too.

[@mymai2792]

Love this tribute ...thank you so much you wonderful guys. Always young at heart!!!

[@fredmcloughlin9893]

The common denominator that comes across throughout these wonderful tributes, is the sense of Humanity and service to others. Beautiful stuff 💚

[@squirrelray1]

Lee, you and Jim have played beautifully with many of my favorite artists. I'm a guitarist who loves to play bass and have always loved your playing. You keep telling stories that warm my heart as you talk of the closeness and admiration/love you have for the many players and artists you've worked with. I don't know if non-musicians fully get that but the time/experience/love shared with fellow players is evident in all your stories. Thank you. Take, care, be well, rock on.

[@dmlevitt]

jim keltner what an amazing guy. admired him my whole life too. absolutely beautiful reminiscing. loss is hard to process. love.

[@seanwagoner1147]

I really value the opportunity to see this Mr. Sklar. Thank you for putting forth this effort.

[@JDWDMC]

Thank you so much for sharing this. Please thank Mr Keltner for his time as well.

[@unknownunknowns2300]

Thank you Leland. I saw you preform once or twice at Yoshi's Oakland, with Billy Cobham. Treasured memories!

[@fredly71]

Love this! Thanks Leland! Love all the videos that you have been doing. (This is Fred from Sheryl’s band)

I heard Jeff's words before I heard his drums. He was gifted logically, mentally and physically/ rhythmically. Real cool cat at least on film too. Thanks Leland.

[@tonys1210]

Jeff was very creative with the song Rosanna. And his style with drumming was phenomenal.

[@JesseH]

What a great drummer. I so remember the days

[@JoshuaRisner7]

Thank you for sharing this, Leland. Jim is great and from my hometown of Tulsa, OK.

[@shannonmurphy3008]

I live in Tulsa & Jim K is my cousin!

[@oneanddone7992]

That is one of the most incredible stories I've ever heard about Jeff. A) something he couldn't quite get the feel of? There would be such a thing? Listen to Silk Degrees again. I think Jeff is in his early 20's? the maturity of his playing - _just_ on that 1 album - is staggering. B) and then out of sheer professionalism, complete absence of ego,....call in someone _else_ ?

[@tinhaqc2112]

thank you for another tribute to Jeff! =)

[@IronMan-tk8uc]

Um brazuca na onda de Jeff Porcaro!

[@justinglasco2552]

Love hearing the Jesse Baylin playback in the background!

[@drumsport]

Jim could probably write a book called "Jeff and Me" and it would be a big hit in the music community. Right after Jim wrote a book of his exploits of course.

[@playhooky]

Dang, those are good ideas! Would be great if Jim & many others of these greats would write books or make recordings like Lee is doing here (on youtube) of their stories/memories/exploits!

[@jonathanbelzley2877]

Thank you, Leland!

[@andrewsandoz8005]

Looked up Jeff Porcaro's discography. They didn't list a session he did with Ray Charles. Anyway Ray covers Paul Simon's "Still Crazy after all these Years" Dude...the groove, the feel and the way Jeff lays it down... you'll just have to take my word or better yet have a listen. Outstanding.

[@musicmansweden]

Andrew Sandoz Thanks for reminding me of this song; I have it in my library and this is so Jeff, as you say; behind the beat...Another “hidden gem” talking of behind the beat is his playing on “It’s a miracle” with Roger Waters from the album “Amused to death “. His snare drum is so wonderful and the space he makes between the notes is amongst the best he has ever done...and the fill is also remarkable. Just listen and enjoy 😊

[@beachgirl4583]

How many sessions that Jeff played on aren’t listed, and how do we find them? I’ve been using session days, because it seems to be fairly comprehensive, but I didn’t find the Ray Charles session listed. www.sessiondays.com/2015/07/jeffrey-porcaro/?tx_category=1991

[@musicmansweden]

Beach Girl Have You tried this One? www.frontiernet.net/~cybraria/

[@beachgirl4583]

j larsson, Not yet. Thank you for the link.

[@udomatthiasdrums5322]

still love your work!!

[@danm700]

Thanks so much for sharing this. One and only Jeff Pocaro.

[@johnjacobs1625]

Enjoyed and liked ! Thanks Lee!!

[@sammyvh11]

My favorite drummers are Buddy Rich, Neil Peart, Al Van Halen ,and Jeff Porccaro.

[@danielfisch389]

Funny, just watched Jeff in a video from the Musicians Institute vault where he said Keltner and Jim Gordon had been his main influences. RIP Jeff.

[@chrisrobinson9329]

An Oklahoma great! Thanks Lee and Jim!!

[@sweetorganic]

"And he was usually naked." HA HA HA! I too had a drummer friend who actually played naked at some of his shows. I don't know what was up with that.

[@RaincloudmusicTFS6]

As I understand it, Jeff would get to a point where he'd quite possibly had enough...maybe played every style possible, until nothing else worked...., thus, nothing but his boots, maybe. ("How else ya want me to play this!??). 😂

[@bassplayer10]

Great story. 🙏🏼❤️

[@tonymarinelli7304]

God I am loving this!!!

[@dancorry4305]

Oh he was full of energy from chops!🤣😂

[@dw2ful]

Great insight!

[@88pynogrl]

👏👏👏👏👏👏love this❤️❤️

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

those were great words from Buster Sidebury

[@johnjacobs1625]

Loved those willburys, they did some traveling!

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

@@johnjacobs1625 Lol😎

[@playhooky]

@@truckerkevthepaidtourist Love your user name! Best regards & stay safe.

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

@@playhooky thank you.. It's a combination through my 30 years of trucking. my original old CB handle I created it when I realized I could get paid to see the country back in 1991 when I started long-haul trucking...I simply referred to myself as the paid tourist then as I became a trucker buddy between 2004 and 2009 for 5 years I was known as trucker Kev so when I started my second KZbin channel and was on the defunct Google Plus.. I wanted a creative name where people would remember so hence trucker Kev the paid tourist that became my Google name. glad you like it be safe🚛☕🎶🎸

[@spencertoolandgrind]

Wonder if Jim Is related to me. My grandpa was a Keltner. We all play or played music.

[@krisscanlon4051]

And that's Jim Keltner talking about JP mind you

[@sundet81]

Fantastic footage. When was it filmed?

[@CaliforniaBushman]

Mr Keltner hasn't aged a day in 50 years.

[@beyondthegong]

“That worked for me..” hahaha

[@johncastelletti5489]

Dream pocket.

[@MrMelodynelson]

The Measles....

[@jackmuratore9424]

Leland, I love your channel! Thank you for sharing your experiences. Would you be able to bring your bandmates into the channel. You have worked with so many people over the years and I would love to hear more about their experiences. Russ and Jackson would probably be at the top of my list.

[@davidnissim589]

I heard that Keltner was a mentor of sorts to Jeff. Great guy and also an amazing studio drummer.

[@IronMan-tk8uc]

Him and Jim Gordon.

[@RaincloudmusicTFS6]

Jim actually gave the Eulogy at Jeff's funeral. I have a couple friends who were there. That's not a task I would have wanted.

[@rockstarjazzcat]

🙏🏼

[@IrnBruNYC]

Jeff was such a prodigy that he played on Steely Dan records when he was still in ... high school? Steely. Dan. wow.

[@mjm5081]

✌ ❤ 🎶 👏

[@bongonoise]

Was this filmed this year? Just curious, the filming looked dated. Thanks.

[@Groov3lab]

This and a few others are old (Greg bissonet, john Robinson and bill schnee) I recall seeing these a few years back

[@bongonoise]

@@Groov3lab Thanks very much.

[@epiphonium]

But he's been gone since 1992 ?

[@lelandsklar6363]

epiphonium His legacy and respect is deep!

[@epiphonium]

@@lelandsklar6363 I get that and I really love his music, as well as yours, but I was just wondering what brought this up today. Is it a anniversary or just a random day. Now I will go back and listen to everything I have with him playing just because.

[@odaydrums]

Thanks you crazy guys! Naked : )

[@mcfishyfirst253]

#legendbeforehistime

[@gavinhadley7672]

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