Abraham Laboriel, Sr. Interview Part 1

[@LeonardRaponi2024]

Ho Yes!!!!!!!!Le plus grand des bassiste des années 80...........

[@davescott8859]

A man with an amazing dream, life, and a wonderful spirit.

[@abellizandro8743]

The Bass GOAT. May the Lord continue to richly bless and keep you , and your loved ones Wiki Abraham Laboriel, Sr. (born July 17, 1947) is a Mexican bassist who has played on over 5,000 recordings and soundtracks. Guitar Player Magazine described him as the most widely used session bassist of our time. Laboriel is the father of drummer Abe Laboriel Jr. and of producer, songwriter, and film composer Mateo Laboriel.Laboriel was born in Mexico City. Originally a classically trained guitarist, he switched to bass guitar while studying at the Berklee School of Music. Henry Mancini encouraged Laboriel to move to Los Angeles, California and pursue a recording career.Laboriel has worked with artists of countless music genres including the following:Al Jarreau, George Benson, Alan Silvestri, Alvaro Lopez and Res-Q Band, Alvin Slaughter, Don Felder, Andra? Crouch, Andy Pratt, Andy Summers, Barbra Streisand, Billy Cobham, Carlos Skinfill, Chris Isaak, Christopher Cross, Crystal Lewis, Dave Grusin, Djavan, Dolly Parton, Don Moen, Donald Fagen, Elton John, Engelbert Humperdinck, Freddie Hubbard, Hanson, Herb Alpert, Herbie Hancock, Johnny Hallyday, Keith Green, Kelly Willard, Lalo Schifrin, Larry Carlton, Lee Ritenour, Leo Sayer, Lisa Loeb, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Paul Jackson Jr., Paul Simon, Quincy Jones, Ray Charles, Ron Kenoly, Russ Taff, Stevie Wonder, and Umberto Tozzi.When Laboriel recorded his three solo albums ? Dear Friends, Guidum, and Justo & Abraham, he recruited a cast of musicians that included Alex Acu?a, Al Jarreau, Jim Keltner, Phillip Bailey, Ron Kenoly, and others. His son Abe Laboriel Jr. performed drums.Laboriel was a founding member of the bands, Friendship and Koinonia. He plays live regularly with Greg Mathieson, drummer Bill Maxwell, and Justo Almario. Laboriel is now in the band Open Hands with Justo Almario, Greg Mathieson, and Bill Maxwell.In 2005, Abraham was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Music by the Berklee College of Music.

[@debtbully3]

He makes me happy.

[@roscoegarbonzo9966]

Often Forgotten these days! Make no mistake, Abraham is truly up there & One of the Best! To his credit! He is the most recorded Jazz Basses around! I first took notice on Herb Alpert's Rise LP

[@joffyjazz]

That bass line and tone is killer!

[@chiphargis3703]

Excuse me the most recorded jazz bassist is the Maestro Ron Carter get your information correct 👍🏼

[@parislandon2222]

Abe has been one of my bass heros for a longtime; I love his bass playing, and perspective as set forth herein.

[@bluespig1]

One of the premier feel players in modern popular music. He obviously loves his family a great deal. His work on New Frontier with Donald Fagen is just outstanding. Thank you for your contribution to music Abe. God bless you all. Australian fan.

[@lozatvgdllozatvgdl3777]

the best mexican bass player ever abraham laboriel

[@Amor3sMusic]

The best bass player

[@robertbaker5156]

This guy is incredible!!!

[@ezechiel51]

I LOVE U ABRAHAM AND THE WAY U PLAYED THROUGH THE YEARS!!!!

[@Jeryshua]

Pappa Abraham Laboriel ,You fixed my heart well in your bass guitar playing, may The All Powerful God, Greatly bless You to continue blessing others with what He has deposited in You, as long as You live, be blessed, amen!

[@guslei]

Sr. Laboriel, usted es un gran maestro. Es un inmenso placer escucharlo.

[@namtil]

Gary Burton's "The New Quartet" was the very first ECM recording I ever owned (purchased new on LP in the mid 70's). That means that I've been enjoying Abe's musicianship for over thirty-five years! He is an inspiring player. Many thanks for the music, Abe, and thanks for posting this interview.

[@armandix5]

Muchas felicidades Abraham , como mexicano estoy orgulloso de ti y me da mucho gusto que hayas tenido una carrera tan exitosa en EE. UU.

[@johnthompson2985]

You have my utmost respect Abe.

[@shugu1000]

Abraham makes it look so easy to play bass!!

[@TheChemicalBassist]

Excellent analogy at 6:33!!! The bass player is the house where all the other musician go to find refuge and shelter. Indeed.

[@kimberlikimbrough9642]

Ayyyyyyy I love it! Tell Lyn I listen to you play and you are awesome!!

[@sakcto]

thanks for your wisdom.... Abe.

[@tdereta]

I started to listen Abahram L. and follow his carrier when he was still a member of Koinonia. He is one of the reason I started playing bass. I admire him as a man, as a musician and as a Christian. Whatever video or recording you'll find with Abe L. playing, it will blow you away :). That's just who he is.

[@johnbarnett6924]

He is one of US, Thank you. J w

[@carolthomas1805]

Okay, he stopped me in my tracks. I was heading out of the room for some food and BAM I am hooked!!! Abraham, would you teach me just a bit of your skills???? I’ll be an Elisha walking with you to each house until you are taken up! Hahaha!!! Bless you Bro!

[@reisrom]

Master...master...master...a lot of respect for you Sr. Abe

[@ahn6367]

amazing!!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@lucianojustinobraz]

Uma das minha principais influencias, principalmente nos anos 90.

[@JohnJewel]

Love and live long

[@tenshi_80]

Que gran bajista, siempre es una inspiracion para mi

[@DonFrando0]

sick now i need to get a bass NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@KaninManeepairoj]

THe guy behind all my favorite disney music

[@souzalehxxx]

somente uma palavra! O melhor (the best)

[@oldschoolbbass]

always has been an amazing bassist

[@josiahisrael1505]

He played on The Winans "Perfect Love" track. EPIC! PHENOMENAL!!

[@MedievalRhyme]

This man makes me proud to be a bassist.

[@joseluismamedesantos.luism3976]

Sei que é lindo ouvir seus sons.

[@MegaJamal1980]

GOOOOD!!!!! bless you forever

[@jggamusic]

Es un genio este señor!!

[@FunkMan53]

Outstanding jeans on the picture behind Abe!

[@TalesAlmeidaNissi]

amazing!

[@eliastassara3710]

Maestro

[@ultramutt8278]

Soulful. Peaceful. Natural.

[@snikegamer1802]

Nacio en la ciudad de Mexico De padres centroamericanos Pero como la musica es universal pues que importa de donde es mejor disfrutemos de ese ((DON)) que dios le dio para mi el Mejor de todos xq Ha grabado para Los mas grandes solistas del mundo

[@araomipoy]

he is awesome.

[@kelupogz7688]

happy birthday abraham

[@djhuvert]

el mejor bajisa d todos los tiempos

[@souzalehxxx]

só tenho uma pelavra!! o melhor (the best)

[@TheCfh4life]

I know he's the father of Abe, Jr. who is the drummer in Sir Paul McCartney's solo band. But is he the brother of singer/actor and fellow Black Mexican, Johnny Laboriel?

[@k.c.lejeune6613]

The MASTER playing a VERY beautiful Yamaha TRB.

[@jerrywallace7486]

Wow! Not surprised he has a billiards type game behind him. No one puts it in the pocket better ever.

[@SlopHANGARA]

LABORIEL FAMILY HERE!

[@thomastetoto1179]

gran bajista, de los mejores

[@Jkarlo77]

Where is part 2?

[@MichaelGodinho]

Laboriel is the man.

[@JoeJamesMusic]

The master of rhythm.

[@Renattotex1]

Toca muito...Tom Books

[@RogueReplicant]

Abraham es de la Ciudad de Mexico. De que colonia?

[@drewmex]

yes, he is the brother of johnny laboriel.

[@davidmarsalis1522]

He is a Boss .

[@buenobass4955]

o cara é bom,o cara é bom

[@Rodelshortbasscover]

How many bass guitar you have? Can you guve me one?

[@joeys5429]

sweet

[@MrYoda1972]

the 5 dislikes obvioulsy doesn't know what great talent is or just envy

He and Johny are brothers, Juan José's their father.

[@gr8bassplayer]

What type of bass is he using here?

[@fernamtz]

QUE TAL ABRAHAM..ME DOY CUENTA QUE TIENES EL BAJO AFINADO DIFERENTE, PUES LA QUINTA CUERDA LA TIENES COMO MI (E).....SI ES ASI EN QUE TONO ESTA LA SEXTA CUERDA

[@paulgramaje7702]

hey guys! anyone knows his bass unit?

[@vanwykraython]

i have heard how he played bass with ron kenoly. he is goood.

[@joseluismamedesantos.luism3976]

Tudo devemos gratidão a Deus . Tu tudo.

[@javierlovesjazz]

Whats funny with black mexican? We have black guys in mexico too and we aré proud of having Then, we aré all the same. But anyways... Mr laboriel, You aré awesome man!!! Im impressed to find out You because famous!! We miss You here in mexico! I was at Your conciert in Guadalajara! Saludos! Maestro!

[@I_Wish_I_Was_Home]

there needs to be an animusic video where a guitar robot plays in the style of either roy clark, eric johnson, or abraham laboriel, or heck why not throw johnny cash in the mix!

[@zx11dlegend]

Sir, what bass is that? Where can I purchase that exact bass?

[@jonbrooks6748]

Don't know what bass that is. Most likely hand made. I suppose it's nice that you want a bass just like Abe's but that doesn't mean you can get the same tone out of it. No offense...

[@joergkutter1342]

It is not custom-made - it is a Yamaha TRB-5PII, made in Japan. They don't make them anymore, but if you are lucky, you can find one used...

[@danielmauriciohernandezsan7734]

le deberian poner subtitulos

[@SOULRELIEF22]

I was born in June 1947! JESUS saved me in 1972 on Christmas Eve! Glory! I woke up Christmas Morning Born Again! HalleluJah! 🙏🙌💓

[@freein2339]

Very underated musician.....or maybe I need to pay more arrention to his talents...

[@arielbaldirismontero8700]

que referencia es ese bajo

[@moshepotts]

Why mention Madonna?...she's a lightweight kiddy burlesque performer..

[@guacadu]

another great musician who happens to be Mexican!!

[@SuperSukme]

Can't believe I never heard of this guy!? WTF!?

[@Tracebebo]

Yamaha TRB 5pii

[@krnja24]

mambo biad!!

[@Steadno]

he is mexican?

[@abellizandro8743]

Steadno . Indeed. I heard him say it

[@deherrera94]

ese bajo solo tiene 5 cuerdas ...las cuales son ...de abajo (la más aguda) hacia arriba (la más grave)...1ra cuerda: G (sol) 2da cuerda: D (re) 3ra cuerda: A (la) 4rta cuerda: E (mi) y 5ta cuerda: puede o estar en F# (fa sostenido) o en B (Si) ....el solo uso las cuatro cuerdas de un bajo convencional...la quinta no la uso :) ...por lo tanto no esta afinado difrerente es la afinacion estandar..de una bajo de 5 cuerdas :) ..saludes

[@solido9310]

Quem veio por causa do DVD de Aline Barros da joinha.

[@jesamani75]

yes a mexican from mexico city.

[@guacadu]

1:30

[@daddywhatchucookin2924]

Did not know he is Mexican!

[@ArmandoLuis1318]

He's Mexican like me

[@roodyisfm9260]

kukara makara titere fue

[@Steadno]

haha

[@AMPATL]

Why do these people come to sully the conversation with puerile nonsense? And why are they almost always from the UK?

[@chinor.9055]

es hondureño y listo abraham

[@alangonzalez5074]

oye abraham laboriel tu eres el hermano de Johnny laboriel verda y tu hermano ya murió verda, y tus familiares son hondureños derva, y eran inmigrantes de Mexico por que ellos vivían alla verda? sabias que tu y tus familiares son ladrones pero mas tu y tus padres cuando vivían en Mexico!!!! por favor ya nunca mas vuelvan a regresar a vivir a Mexico, ustedes no tienen nada que hacer en Mexico y ustedes tienen que parteneser en honduras, no en otro país como Mexico!!!! ahora si ustedes quieren inmigrar a los Estados Unidos pues ok pero Mexico y Espana no y nunca, es supervivencia en todo Mexico para que aiga inmigrantes y extranjeros para que vivan alla también no es permitido , ni apropiado que ustedes pertenezcan y vivan como inmigrantes o extranjeros, no es aceptable que ustedes sean de Mexico aun que sus padres de ustedes eran y vivían en Mexico como inmigrantes y extranjeros no se nifica que ustedes son realmente de Mexico ni que ustedes son realmente de Mexico aun que también tu y tus familiares aigan nacidos en Mexico no se nifica que ustedes son de Mexico si no ustedes realmente son de honduras pero no de Mexico y nunca!!!!

[@PaulinaPoriskova]

alan gonzalez oye deja de escribie putadas verda,eres un estupido verda?ellos no tienen nada que ver cn honduras verda,los confundes con otros y el era primo de johny laboriel y hermano de Ela laboriel!!!!y si son mexicanos aunque te arda!

[@alangonzalez5074]

no, no tanto pero en Honduras también hay negros como otros países. tampoco soy lo que me dices and yeah right

[@PaulinaPoriskova]

yo se que en honduras hay negros de hecho el 90% son negros en honduras pero eso no quiere decir que por esa razon los laboriel van a ser de ese micro pais!

[@alangonzalez5074]

me gustaría saber bien cuanto es el porciento de negros y cuanto es el porciento de blancos latinos en todo Honduras para saber bien

[@Fernandez3073]

Mexican... but from homduras decendants garifuna to be exatc

[@alangonzalez5074]

ustedes siempre serán de honduras así como tus familiares y paisanos hondureños y siempre, nunca pongan de Mexico no es legal ni esta bien, fuera ya enemigos!!!!

[@e.d.2626]

Pendejo xD

[@jstyle3]

Thank you for introducing yourself as a bass player, father, husband... your place of birth, how you started studio work with many muscians and so on.... You have never, ever mentioned your affiliation with CHRISTIANITY!!! Never told us how important it is in your life, just because you are either ashame of that or render it not important... one way or another... You are a liar Abraham, or should I say you were one... Integrity music, Hosanna music... ????? Seriously? you are going to just dismiss all this? Are you even a Christian? Do you put Jesus in the first PLACE? WHY? "I want to share my life story, my heart............ WHERE IS YOUR HEART???????????????

[@xmandlt]

He loves God. I know this. He doesn't have to prove it to you or anyone else who makes such ridiculous demands.

[@jstyle3]

Of course he doesnt have to prove anythig to me but! but, how come the child of God can not admit the defining, MOST IMPORTANT thing in their life??? If Jesus and salvation is the focal point of my life, why would anything else is worth mentioning but GOD? please explain!!!!!

[@xmandlt]

@@jstyle3 - still with the demands. Who made you arbiter over other people's walk with God?? I suggest you ease up on the silly judgement and worry about your own relationship with Him.

[@jstyle3]

Oh I do... every single day and hour of my life... the initial topic though was though Labourier's life story! When you are a child of God, before you mention all your "other" friends, Laborier seems to mention a lot of friends, but never his best friend... WHY? You can argue all day long, did he or not ever mention the most important truth in THE WHOLE UNIVERSE!?!?!?!

[@jstyle3]

There are two possibilities: either Laborier did not care about what he was involved in or he is just embaressed about it... one way or another he, was a hipocrite, pretending to be part of integrity music... including Ron Kenoly worship team etc....

[@jameschristy5204]

Just awesome. Abe is the most sensitive bass player I have heard.