Thundercat on Drunk, Kendrick, Zappa & Kenny Loggins

[@LowercaseKev]

Thundercat is a mad genius. he's funny and deep at the same time.

[@helgenx]

He's a real human being.

[@LowercaseKev]

I'm referring to his music being genius. Most people can't do music that way and draw 30 different emotions out of you how tundercat does. And fyi most humans are not deep. Most are shallow. Look at who we have as president now

[@Runyan4PREZ]

@@LowercaseKev Thundercat is likely an INFP personality type. He sounds like an empath.

[@laminebaazi4376]

a bassist

[@ministryod]

i need a documentary on how TPAB was made

[@wyliebees3028]

bro Ween is fuego

[@ministryod]

wyliebees true

[@snaggle_tooth6829]

just remember to strap on that jammy pack

[@kenderson3117]

doubt that video footage exists but I wish there was a doc crew in there

[@SpaceCaptainJ]

Its a classic album. He infused funk soul and hip hop into the perfect mix. It was prolly one of the more conscious rap albums of all time.

[@Machina.M3dia]

Shoutout to Thundercat but the interviewer is great, manages to coax out answers and make connections but not trample over the interviewee with a script. Kudos

[@bradleycook1918]

one of the best interviews i've seen in awhile without bringing in the gossip nonsense. just about the ARTIST and MUSIC

[@superultrathanksmom3845]

Yeah his tactical placements of 'whatdoyoumean' are quite okay.

[@tompower532]

Hey thanks so much.

[@ianmoore5502]

could it be because he's black?

[@deetgeluid]

Great, intelligent interview.

[@brokensoundz01]

For everyone looking for the Kendrick part, sit and listen to the whole interview, Thundercat is a real cool dude.

[@rufus5208]

brokensoundz01 2:56

[@margix1172]

kendick lamar SUCKS TOTO-DOOBIE BROTHERS- FLEETWOOD MAC- CRISTOPHER CROSS- STEELY DAN-GINO VANNELLI these are his inspirations!

[@wiseonwords]

@@margix1172 - you obviously didn't listen to the interview, ignoramus! He has deep respect and admiration for Kendrick Lamar.

[@jackolantern9799]

here is me looking for the zappa part lol

[@aidanmca4177]

@@jackolantern9799 same haha

[@Trane__]

theblackhokage

[@ObeyAmmalol]

TrAne _ YOOOO😂😂😂🤔

[@Mottherr]

the hokage of bass

[@KraziAzian]

Props to this interviewer, these are the types of questions and observations that are needed and so rarely get asked by so many whack radio hosts

[@QwithTomPower]

Cheers! It was a group effort to get ready for this one - plenty of background research to do.

[@pimles1991]

I discovered Thundercat on To pimp a butterfly and fuck he's good

[@MrSwiftwit]

He's special Like Kendrick

[@LowercaseKev]

Brotha Uwais factual

[@lucaserojas]

Suicidal Tendencies anyone?

[@kc-99]

MF ZOOM been fan of ThunderCat ever since TPAB dropped

[@oskarp7571]

Discovered him working with Mac Miller on faces. Maybe even wmwtso

[@ckcost8714]

I was having a bad day...but this interview...this interview...talking about Zappa...talking about Absurdism...both of these people read my mind...perfect

[@calebclunie4001]

This interview moves me on a soul level. One of the best ever. Seriously. Showed up for Thundercat, surprised at the interviewer's skills. Props to all of the others not on camera/mic, as well...who obviously love music, and helped to coalesce all of the research to put this interview together. Thundercat relates to life so clearly. I really appreciate him, as an artist. I was introduced to his music at the time "Oh Sheit It's X" came out (2013). Could tell he grew up with crate digger culture, as his ears are so well tuned. I really think he could be a great cultural ambassador, like Frank Zappa. Profound reconnecting to my higher self, for having watched this. Somehow feel my imagination just got shaken off the shelf. Real fireworks...more than real. THANK YOU, SO MUCH! Keep it groovy!

[@QwithTomPower]

Well, shucks! We're glad the interview really spoke to you and appreciate the warm feedback.

[@hyperedwin]

Happy to have met Thundercat - cool dude!

[@beefknuckles]

I'm jealous he seems rad

[@Thaddeussupreme]

Anderson .Paak, Thundercat and SiR. Are my favorite artist today.

[@QwithTomPower]

VERY good choices!

[@rafiluvian045]

yes but not anderson paak. please.

[@mikelearmouth8314]

"Aja on repeat like a crackhead"... been there know that! Can totally relate. Loved this interview.

[@SpaceBabies]

How can one person have so. much. style. Btw, calling Frank Zappa a "genuine solar flare" is such an accurate description. It's funny how it fits him too

[@ShadesWade]

Frank would have fired Arthur Barrow in a hot minute to get his hands on Thundercat!

[@matiastoro1667]

14:24 for Zappa talk

[@jamomo1371]

I certainly wouldn't classify the Mothers as a jamband, though

[@HaightTheGreat]

I'm jealous of this guys love and understanding of music.

[@GantzIsSloppy]

12:13 his reaction when he realizes he's listening to the radio edit version

[@samb614ify]

I love this guy! He's crazy talented, smart, insightful, has awesome taste in music, and I love all the turquoise too!

[@Ichirosfav.americanexpression]

this is the best damn interview ive probably ever watched on youtube...

[@QwithTomPower]

Aw shucks. We're blushing over here!

[@daccsacc]

Man he perfectly articulated how good Steely Dan is, so rare for them to get that credit. Mad props to thundercat

[@senna01]

I don't find it surprising that he considers Zappa a huge influence. The influence George Duke had on his singing is as clear as day, it was the very first thing I noticed when I started listening to Thundercat. That and the humor on his lyrics, of course.

[@csscszcsgv]

Me too. I think Zappa would have liked his music.

[@thailakhampo]

Glad that they talk about Zappa, Micheal Mcdonald and Kenny Login.

[@ShannonTrottman]

Great interview! Cool to hear his thoughts on Frank Zappa. I have a feeling Frank would've loved Thundercat's music and ideas.

[@thebizness5596]

The westcoast is winning heavy when it comes to music. Just TDE and their associates alone like Thundercat and Flying Lotus are incredible.

[@margix1172]

the "westcoast" is winning heavy thanks to america-csny-steely dan-cristopher cross-fleetwood mac-toto etc...this is the REAL Music USA is famous all around the world and thundercat know this very well!

[@__julio__]

Zappa was really on another level. Never heard Thundercat before, but I'm a huge Zappa fan, I'll sure give his album a listen! By the way, Brown Shoes Don't Make is originally from the Absolutely Free album, although the Tinseltown Rebellion version is really great too.

[@raulcastaneda432]

Glad someone finally asked him about Zappa

[@Maiden_Warrior_Crone]

Wow, an interviewer who asks thoughtful questions. Thank you, brother!

[@Kilpa2]

that actually lowkey made me feel weird when they talked about how art is a reflection of life and so that of course music is going to reflect the emotions of the people living in that time period i guess it's simple but its just weird to think that you can listen to how someone felt 100-200 years ago

[@Kilpa2]

22:40

[@wyliebees3028]

21:50 is a casual touching on a profound understanding, i hope ppl consider those words in particular.

[@bourgeoisbrats]

Dude's harmonic sense is off the charts. It's not just Zappa, though. It's Todd Rundgren, Daryl Hall, Joni Mitchell, George Duke, Jan Hammer...

[@Honeecomb85]

his jewelry is beautiful! He has. a beautiful spirit and his music is everything!

[@Nevermind7771]

Thundercat, thank you because I felt like a crackhead listening to Steely Dan on repeat as well Deacon Blues I would play that back to back. I used to get made fun of a lot because it seems I knew every Kenny Loggins song, every Michael McDonald and Doobie Brothers song, and I would blast living inside Myself by Gino Vannelli driving down the street. Just discovered your music a week ago. Thank you for inspiring this musician to finish his record.

[@GregF71]

discovered him as a (dope) bassist 9 years ago on Badu's New Amerykah and Keziah Jones' Nigerian Wood, could never have imagined he would turn into this, what an artist! thanks for posting, peace

[@QwithTomPower]

Cheers! It was crazy for us to realize he'd been playing in Suicidal Tendencies back in the day.

[@GregF71]

yeah it's crazy! great itw thanks

[@no_notes1229]

Wow - Thundercat adores Frank Zappa, Jaco/Weather Report, Erykah Badu AND Kendrick Lamar? No wonder he makes the music I love the most in this century - they are all my favourites!

[@aylbdrmadison1051]

Wow. 0:26 That's such a great explanation of society in general lately. And yea, I've always heard Zappa's influence in Stephens music. One of the many reasons I love it so much. ^-^

[@generaldom]

Happy to be able to listen to thissss

[@kriskenard]

Dom's Sketch Cast NOW WE'RE FUCKIN'

[@shinrarango]

best interview I've watched in ages. these two really seem to vibe well together and the interviewer is great at coaxing answers out of him

[@doinklin9889]

10:25 the exact moment these two connect and it makes the interview 10x better

[@tmturner83]

I cracked up as he laughed at Jameel's Spaceride being censored. lol. He's so gifted and goofy! "F*ck yeah!"😂

[@RobertKraig]

Damn, I can imagine the kinda crazy stuff this guy & Jamiroquai could put together, both are kind of a fusion jazz / Pop sound.

[@MaSoisSoful]

Hmmmmmmm. You had my curiosity, but now you got my attention.

[@johnhaskins7324]

They should tour together and when they have to play something from Emergency on Planet Earth or Space Cowboy Paul Turner steps aside and lets Thundercat do his thing!

[@LittleMissSunshine721]

Great interview. So refreshing to see two intelligent people just...talk. Very genuine conversation.

[@SolarTwinLunarKing]

love all those rings Thundercat

[@yolondaharrington5665]

Thundercat is articulate, humble, kind and deep. His mind fascinates me. This was on of the best interviews I’ve seen him on. He is greater than just music he is phenomenal. Beautiful ❤

[@NateMcMurph]

holy cow; brother's got alot of turquoise on

[@j.sherwoodowl4826]

This music thing is just to fund his turquoise investments.

[@balakay5092]

I was like "damn Thundercat actually dressed normal today." then I saw his hands.

[@DoobieKeebler]

Thundercat only steps partway into our time & space dimension. Never completely.

[@Usiris23]

What is normal!?

[@snatcherofpeachs]

@@Usiris23 conformity

[@shilohxo9291]

Normal?

[@mikestriker4328]

Im kinda disappointed that they used Kendrick's name to overshadow Thundercat, cause he is really such a deep humble guy.

[@studiorose11]

Mike Striker I understand that but it helps people watch this who aren't interested in him. In return maybe getting him new fans.

[@colinmcnally5811]

The interview doesn't overshadow Thundercat, though. The title may, but the interview gives us a view into Thundercat's perspective - in relation to Kendrick and their producing music together, social commentary in music, Thundercat's experience and his own music, Frank Zappa and Kenny Loggins - and his insightful, humour-filled opinions, his voice. I get what you're saying though.

[@DejaMiru]

Colin McNally yeah i came here for that one comment on kendrick and ended up finding a whole lot more and watched the whole thing, vibing out lol

[@colinmcnally5811]

Declan Dias Haha nice! :) It's a great interview.

[@MrBrainfarter]

Mike Striker seriously. Thundercat sounds insightful, eloquent and extremely intelligent. What a great guy.

[@ReneAlexisPenalozaMunoz]

Having Zappa as an inspiration is a big plus in today’s mediocrity. Thundercat is one of the great contemporary musicians.

[@atifmir7409]

First 2 minutes into the interview and you can see how deep and wise this guy is.

[@QwithTomPower]

Through all of the silliness, he's got a lot of layers to him. Maybe that's why people really like him and his music. Thanks so much for watching!

[@bovbusto]

one of the best interviewers and interviewees i have ever seen, officially inspired.

[@sephoralove28]

It's so incredible to me that there are popular artists today who truly believe they understand music on an intellectual level-- and then you hear this man speak! He has such a massive wealth of information regarding the history and theory of music that Kanye, Jay Z, and hip hop's other "elites" couldn't hold a candle to. He holds himself with zero arrogance whatsoever, and possesses such a friendly, unpretentious demeanor that most anyone can relate to.

[@rasmuskettel4693]

ZAPPA WAS THE ONE DUDE!

[@dalicloud9]

The Bruner family rips. Thundercat shreds on bass like nobodies business.

[@notsure4746]

Fantastic interview, great questions and I'm not surprised to discover Thundercat is a pretty deep dude.

[@QwithTomPower]

Glad you dug it! And he's not just a deep dude - he's a really nice dude.

[@thatraspyshxt]

Thundercat is amazing! Like He makes the type of music that you can feel and relate to.

[@zakariah4273]

Thundercat is my favorite producer and songwriter of all time. A lot of his songs are nostalgia of a time far gone. Also, the interviewer only playing Kendrick's verse showed he wasn't giving Thundercat his props. He literally masterminded the whole project himself.

[@NF-xy6br]

an immenely satisfying interview. great interviewer, and Thundercat speaks the truth

[@Vpeezy66]

Thunder Cat is the truth that album is amazing

[@Geraint3000]

I love this interview - 2 highly intelligent people discussing so many aspects of the art-form without condescending to that they perceive is the audience. This is what it should be.

[@robertmarccouturec2217]

I had to work and my store was opening right before this interview happened, glad its on here!

[@adelmejbar6406]

THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU THUNDERCAT PEACE from Brussels Belgium

[@andreacalderan2614]

This is how you do an interview! I was sleepy when I put this on at 3 am but I got really caught up with it. Thundercat has very interesting things to say, seems like a very reflexive guy, and the interviewer knows how to lead him. Loved it. Took some notes and all.

[@chrisoverton8936]

everytime i see thundercat i have to laugh because of that Drunk album cover. lmao

[@jasonjasonjasonjasonjason]

the way they talked about Zappa makes me happy....and Gino!!!! omg!

[@QwithTomPower]

I don't think anyone saw the Gino Vannelli section of the conversation coming...

[@Nolai]

Thundercat, Kamasi, Terrace.. GREATS

[@zionwitherspoon880]

I LOVE YOU THUNDERCAT!!!! Soooooo, happy to have seen you twice this year. You're The One!!! 🙌

[@reimourrpower9357]

Halfway through and the interviewer gets MAD props. He knows enough about Thundercat but is honest about when he listened and is not didactic. Thundercat is comfortable and reveals much here I haven't heard in other media.

[@daverobichaud8519]

Dynamo Hum... so glad that he mentioned that song

[@abdouazizi1451]

Such a great man.

[@aiyachristian]

I fuckin love Thundercat

[@joerecordsNYC]

Zappa's "Brown Shoes Don't Make It" is on Absolutely Free, not Joe's Garage.

[@QwithTomPower]

True say, true say.

[@frankbellina3983]

I think he's aware of the timeline-he was interjecting another title.

[@liverpoolvseverybody3257]

frank bellina you’d think that was easy to gather. 🙄

[@CordellPotts]

Errbody gets things mixed up. Especially with Zappa , who will have different versions of the same song on different albums.

[@cranburiedsaul7239]

It doesn’t really matter! It is all part of the big note! Conceptual Continuity for Zappa Freaks........

[@omly85]

I love the fact that he love's Zappa!

[@MikeNeer]

I love Thundercat's reaction to hearing the edits in Jameel's Space Ride.

[@DuaneJones33ENTREPRENEUR]

friggin' love ThunderCat

[@PlagueFather]

Drunk is album of the year still.

[@gtbtone]

This was such a good interview. Thundercat is one of my favorite musicians out right now. So talented and humble and interesting. I feel like I can relate to him on so many things.

[@QwithTomPower]

Thank you for watching and sharing!

[@affliction1980]

Brown Shoes Don't Make It was on Absolutely Free, the second Mothers album.

[@ArapBayraminOglu]

Outstanding interview, outstanding interviewee, outstanding interviewer. Great questions, great answers

[@QwithTomPower]

And doing a bunch of prep on Zappa in advance didn't hurt either!

[@slowheat4651]

Imagine a collab with him and Paul McCartney the two greatest musicians from far different generations. Both worked to make insane albums like Abbey Road and To Pimp a Butterfly.

[@snapmike9012]

This is a very good interview. The host did a great job. Thundercat was great too.

[@P00TS1]

@THUNDERCATMUSIC I felt the way you did with Zappa with "Show you the way" I had heard the song a million times, then really studied the lyrics and saw you made an accompanying beautifully positive messaged video. It spoke to me in my life and what I'm currently going through and I can't thank you enough for the message of living and finding out "on the edge of dark, there's the brightest light, a burning light on the edge of dark, where no one can tell their world's apart, we'll live with dark, just take the ride". This was one of the best songs and music videos ever made, it's a top ten of all time for me now, thank You THUNDERCAT, band mates, Michael McDonald, And Kenny Loggins for making such an incredibly positive messaged song that I'm sure has impacted many lives in times of need.

[@ricksaunders]

Terrific interview and interviewer. What a pleasure to listen to, and learn from.

[@luisalonsoecheverria]

I'd love to chill with Thundercat and just listen to records by Ambrosia, Orleans, England Dan & John Ford Coley, Little River Band, Christopher Cross, Firefall, Steely Dan, Toto, and Air Supply! No irony! I also legit listened to all these artists growing up and love all these artists and their songs :)

[@bmejia220]

This is an amazing interview. Thank you for letting Thundercat speak freely and thanks for asking great questions. :)

[@woodsworkboot]

Thundercat's talent and spirit are stunning ... and Q host Tom Power is one CBC primo asset I doubt they fully recognize. "What do you mean by that" is my new catchphrase. And yes, I do want to be a cat.

[@QwithTomPower]

What do you mean by that?

[@woodsworkboot]

Cool cats are rare. In this clip, these two juggle and play ping pong.

[@KaleemBeats]

This interview is awesome! Thundercat is a really humble cool dude.

[@bucklberryreturns]

"I'm free as a bird, and light as the wind" Nobody's picking the Zappa Teenage Wind steal here? Damn.

[@kc-99]

this was a great interview Godbless ThunderCat and take a break you deserve it!

[@onthefence1492]

This is so refreshing to see.. someone just enjoying life and music

[@Spelladon]

great interview i love thundercat so much and good job from the interviewer

[@davidleroth8644]

I liked thundercat before this. Now I love him.

[@edwin99901]

DAMN is good, but Kendrick sounds his best when making music like this

[@guardian7568]

Ed win I feel Kendrick is best on his O.D shit but DAMN imo better than TPAB imo

[@edwin99901]

That's cool. imo I think he sounds best on od section Kendrick ep and especially TPAB (my favorite Kendrick album). Overall I don't think he'll ever sound bad, he just sound better on some songs over others...

[@mikehawk2148]

It's good, but not as good as it could've been, he should have let the ideas simmer another year imo

[@AQGOAT24]

Iuno bout that. OD Kendrick definitely wasn't as great of a sing writer as he is now. Now he easily strings together deep messages across songs easily.

[@thebizness5596]

Nah, Kendrick has always been a great songwriter, of course its got better but I think its effortless for him to string them together anyway. I would love to see what other songs he has in his vault that are unreleased.

[@jkerr9344]

"What do you mean?"

[@prettyawesomejm]

J Kerr He either has a psychology or sales background. He can probe and wait for an answer unlike most people who lay out options and ask you to pick one.

[@EricDelshunMusicPage]

Means check me out

[@NF-xy6br]

yeah, great interviewer

[@kaliym73]

Great Interview, I so much appreciation for Thundercat and his music.

[@N0B0DY_SP3C14L]

Thundercat nails it on so many levels. He gets what The Prophet Frank was about.

[@xon3280]

This interview was awesome! Awesome host, awesome gest. Super interesting.

[@geoffreygraves848]

What an interview. fantastic

[@scottchegg1209]

Rip frank we'll never forget you

[@xxbeauhunterxx]

man him and Michael McDonald at Coachella was so awesome to see

[@rainbo777]

Word up about Steely Dan realization explosion on Aja.....

[@herFLYness79]

I love him! And the turquoise...

[@domgreen1859]

lmao when they had to censor "Jameels Space Ride" i was so confused for like a few seconds, started laughing with Thunder!

[@heyykristee]

Its wild that he looks soooo much younger now than he did when Drunk came out.

[@DarkClouds-v8]

He had to get his mind right first