interview w/ Joe Dart

[@imsoabcdefg]

His neck is normal here

[@Ralph2]

I don't think it's the same one

[@MaximMash-mk2]

m-aharani 🤣😂👍🏻

[@joemcalister7105]

Nah, you can see how it’s been stretched forward from all the funk.

[@alexgleeson9644]

🤣😂🤣

[@chrisdarby3924]

I dunno man. Neck looks as wide as Cory Taylor's.

[@ianmathes5414]

Talked to Joey Dosik after his show with Theo in Portland. Joe Dart was brought up. He said "Joe Dart didn't need to go to college, he just stayed home and played the fuck out of the bass".

[@noahmay7708]

Great story

[@ireland776]

Jesus Christ he's just as slick as I imagined

[@thewomble1509]

Mmm, me too. Sooo slick.

[@efword1200]

I'll ask again: When are we getting Joe Dart bobbleheads?

[@jjhassy]

efword they came out Dec 8, but sold out pretty quick

[@danielhastings6466]

YES

[@MM-vs2et]

@@jjhassy Of course it did

[@jjhassy]

@@MM-vs2et yes

[@Ksaxkradio]

And as I explained to the last person go to a live show or screen record Joe playing leave that video on loop tah dah bubblehead

[@devoue277]

Joe dart speaks?? ???

[@pedrohnolli]

im very disapointed that he doesnt just plays bass n shakes like a worm to comunicate

[@japas]

Pedro Nolli hahahahahaha

[@fuzzywumble]

Pedro Nolli, I too was taken back, shocked!

[@SQUIRTGANG]

His neck bobbing is actually a form of Morse code developed especially by him, he only speaks when spoken to, otherwise he only uses Morse code.

[@BenBopALula]

and, as well, I'm surprised he doesn't speak a language from the outer space !

[@lazylion420]

the beautiful thing about Vulf is that they're just session musicians who evolved together by jamming in the studio, as opposed to a group of egotistical wanna-be-rockstars who are fighting over control of their fame and fortune and image. the reason so many people are responding to them goes well beyond their musical ability alone; people recognize their authenticity because much of the music industry today is so obviously fake and manufactured. we're so used to watching the solo diva or the self-righteous rap god... we apparently forget the magic of live collaboration and real artists working together until we see it happening.

[@zac3392]

cmz8706 Ur right.... authenticity is key... hard to fake!

[@MotoMarios]

Well said dude.

[@nathane.9865]

Good and bad are subjective

[@jnny7182]

Well said

[@OMGclueless]

That can't be the whole story though. 'Cause there are a ton of excellent session musicians out there and most of them will never sell out Madison Square Garden. Jack Stratton might not be your stereotypical egotistical frontman but he surely has the same sort of soaring talent and magnetic persona that makes a band stick together for 10 years and reach for greatness.

[@jasonlieberman4606]

Anyone else admiring the majestic ecosystem Joe's got there?

[@dansaunders1655]

He's symbiotically fused to those plants to keep him alive in the absence of his Fender-based life support system.

[@arunthebuffoon4554]

The plants seem to gravitate towards Joe's aura.

[@prestachuck2867]

@@dansaunders1655 He’s recently augmented that Fender life support system with components by Ernie Ball MusicMan.

[@daftnord4957]

he lives in a fucking habitat

[@jwaj]

He lives in Michigan but in this video he is staying at an airbnb in LA

[@laurieharper1526]

Magnificent bass player and seems a really good guy. I'm approaching 70, have been playing for 50+ years and Joe inspires me. It's so exciting to see what the great younger players are doing these days.

[@rarecromALT]

youre great, hope youre not racist

[@laurieharper1526]

@@rarecromALT Odd thing to say. Care to elucidate?

[@senorq543]

Joe Dart on the mi-cro-phone!

[@borgesguerardi]

a Fender one!

[@sethvanwieringen215]

Read this in Jack voice

[@finerz321]

Joe Dart! on the Joe Dart!

[@Dream2wardsyourgoals]

he speaks!!

[@samiragisiger5854]

Kate Hon best comment ever!

[@johnjohncasyone2546]

Was just about to say that XD

[@bluesrevenge]

what is so cool, is that they are understated. They are all great musicians who if anything, undersolo. They arent out there to show off their individual prowess, they just groove together and make it super funky. But no matter what, you cannot help always notice Joe Dart, becasue he is so badass!

[@MM-vs2et]

No one going to talk about how Woody almost becoming a biology teacher

[@goozdail]

thanks for that interview! it's funny how you get the feel of the guy with how he's like in the vulf videos and lives, he's probably the most expressive of them with regards to body language. and then you hear him and it feels like somehow you already know what his personnality is like. anyways gotta love him, especially if you are a bass player, he's a bassist's bassist

[@MericanOutlaw]

What’s funny is the fact you’re the one to interview Joe while being so absolutely disconnected/ignorant and kind of disrespectful all at the same time?. Fun to hear a lot of it, but how were you the one talking to him?!

[@noahord1563]

@@MericanOutlaw what does this comment mean .....

[@davidtomlinson692]

The people wearing Joe's "lost" Ray-Bans are now bass prodigies. I call this the "Like Mike" Effect™.

[@taywimzzz]

Isn't this the plot of that Tenacious D movie?

[@prestachuck2867]

I’ve played bass for 37 years, and Man, I could use a set of those shades if they could help me to play like Joe. I don’t know if my neck and shoulders could handle it though. Might tear a muscle. 😁

[@thomastheux3884]

25:33 when you miss your bass but still have to train your neck

[@taywimzzz]

lol someone please make a gif of this

[@kevinduffy2568]

Imagine a college band with jack, Theo and antuan Stanley wtf

[@dansaunders1655]

8:39 "because I'm so damn good at it" would be the words of a less humble man. Legend

[@SongSoups]

Facts

[@PersianPlatypus]

10:04 Vocal Bass Slide. God damn it Joe.

[@coleemmersonhallman5329]

What are you even talking about?

[@percussionjamz6704]

lol it does sound like someone sliding down the fret on a bass

[@coleemmersonhallman5329]

+percussion jamz I can't hear it but then again I only have one ear bud.

[@garalancia]

loool

[@zombitshe]

AHAHAH AH I FUCKING DIED

[@kazimzaidi5854]

I'm happy Joe is being interviewed by such a great interviewer. She's asking great questions. They are kind of obvious questions but exactly the things I would like to know.

[@taywimzzz]

He should go on Hot Ones. All of Vulf should go on Hot Ones. Individually though.

[@taywimzzz]

Just because Sean Evans is probably the most consistently, and habitually, well-researched interviewers I've seen. His questions seem to always be surprisingly interesting and thoughtful, or at least the right thing to ask.

[@anders4949]

@@taywimzzz Don't you forget Nardwuar!

[@rradiosilencee]

@@anders4949 you're joe dart we have to know!

[@CouchEconomyTX]

Anders Harding Nardwuar v Jack Stratton would be absolutely wild

[@JimLetourneau]

Thanks for your awesome interviews Allegra. Great questions and you're extremely well prepared.

[@nickwilkinsmusic]

That man right there is a real hero when it comes to playing the fender bass

[@Hennu_TRM]

Or any bass, for that matter...

[@zac3392]

Nick Wilkins Music Not to mention his own signature model... 😆

[@jaybuck4951]

Why does Joe Dart always wear sunglasses? Because he'd seduce every woman just by looking at them.

[@0hn0haha]

His bass lines are legit panty droppers. Watcho lady if you ever go to a Vulfpeck thing

[@prestachuck2867]

It’s really the neck thing.

[@wookyoftheyear]

What a ridiculous process. It's amazing that they can get these recordings live, in a couple of takes, without all getting together to even practice beforehand.

[@systemerror7857]

The beauty of jam sessions by musicians that harmonize well

[@Tedroy]

I'm 61 and love this cat. At 15, I was into Jaco and followed him like a religion. But yeah, Joe has it going on. Great for him. Just stay off the helicopter bro. 28:42 Sqirrel drop in!

[@helmofon123]

Such a humble man

[@MisterSnowman97]

Thanks Allegra! Let’s get woody next!

[@stopitsgingertime]

on it

[@AfferbeckBeats]

I can imagine him walking around those bushes with binoculars, scoping out the birds

[@robywill4321]

Nooooooooooooice

[@rexmix123]

Can you ask him if he would do any tutorials like Joey and Jack? Also, when the Woody Goss Trio will drop an album

[@MrBilde]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKi2fox8ltmHgqc

[@phoenixdk]

I started playing guitar around 8, but it wasn't until I heard Joe play, that I knew I was really a bass player. I guess I was 30 at the time or so. Thank you Joe!

[@TheSlandis]

When I attended Cornell in Computer Science for a masters, when I came back for the second year, a bunch of students had disappeared to pursue their opportunities. I think this is pretty common at top notch institutions. My daughter went to Berklee and students peeled off all the time. When the door opens, you've got to walk through.

[@JohnJCCollins]

Just imagining the voice memo of Dean Town...

[@johnlanou]

JC Collins Woody wrote it in midi and sent it to Joe. Here it is: www.dropbox.com/s/kvvwbcbm13r611k/12%20Dean%20Town%20%28Woody%27s%20Demo%29.aiff?dl=0

[@vaclavkucera]

@@johnlanou Holy shit, thanks for sharing!

[@emmywillow6599]

John Lanou that sounds like it was recorded from his wurli though?

[@NotDingse]

@@emmywillow6599 could be a midi wurlitzer

[@wybevisser777]

@@johnlanou how does one even get such info?

[@kamiebu4433]

wow just like in the sims, u lay music instruments around the house and ur sims just pick it up and max their skills

[@timhoffman1169]

DUDE I FORGOT ALL ABOUT MY DEAR DISCO! Loved their shit like 10 years ago but totally forgot they existed, glad this interview brought me back to their music.

[@grahamplace2553]

THE GENERAL

[@zzarkS]

IT'S HAPPENINGGGGG! This is fantastic. I love the regard Joe pays to the rest of the gang. I love all your interviews Allegra!!!

[@JacksJamz]

so humble, such knowledge

[@davidtaco8890]

He's actually like this all the time. I was truly hoping he would stay the same as he got more famous, and luckily, he has. So good to hear and see the boy again. I haven't seen him in the flesh in quite some time. Hope he comes back home to Harbor Springs soon. We can smack the tennis ball around perhaps. Peace.

[@TiagoSilva-uw8iv]

that's a gorgeous place to have an interview btw

[@JackSlowworm]

I literally rewatched your Jack Stratton just yesterday! this is amazing, love Joe

[@IAmTehRulz]

26:40 is important.

[@ninjaassassin27]

REGULAR BEAN EATER

[@kevindurden2880]

Sweet Potatoes and Beans are the best nourishment source for funk. That and a good Louisiana seafood boil.

[@getsomebud]

BEANS

[@dansaunders1655]

🅱ass 🅱eans

[@stevedotcom737]

i’m a reblican now >:(

[@chicagospots]

Did the cameraman think they were going to wear pope hats?

[@badfozziebear446]

Cracked me up lol

[@rdammara]

They did it so it will accommodate Joe's impulsive head-bobbing

[@harry_mair]

It's a nice shot

[@lady_fede]

It took me two minutes to get it😂

[@amoebawithlegs1032]

"It's been a crazy year so far, so just tell us about that" Date published: 2017

[@CyanKash]

First time I've heard the legends voice

[@theloniouscoltrane3778]

one of the few best bassist in a long time...joe dart will someday be in the list with Anthony Jackson, Chuck Rainey, Marcus Miller, Abe Laboriel, and Will Lee..

[@thriftdig]

Great bass player --- when I met him he just had the bass he still uses - just one bass -that's it! That's all you need!

[@MaBoomstick]

Sweet interview! Joe is so well spoken.

[@JamBandsForever]

Humble guy and Hughes talented. So happy he found his people. Brilliant band

[@naomimacleod]

Amazing interview again Allegra - you got the skillz! Joe seems like such a wholesome and humble person. :)

[@NotDingse]

One thing i really enjoy about this interview is how Joe answers wh- questions with “sure” as an instinct

[@ninesixtyfive]

I just love Vulf so much

[@scotty3034]

Big fan of him and Vulf. I'm a touring drummer and have been doing it for 20 years and Joe is one of those guys I love to be on the road with. Super cool, fun to be around, no drama and of course a monster player.

[@matthewtimber4780]

when you going to interview Woody? the most illusive Vulf of them all!!!

[@devoue277]

yes! he's the reason i started to learn how to play the piano~

[@lptomtom]

*elusive

[@matthewtimber4780]

lptomtom no man, he's pretty ill on the keys. You should check him out!

[@matthewtimber4780]

lptomtom no man, he's pretty ill on the keys. You should check him out!

[@quarky37]

slickest recovery 2017

[@sallybradshaw4576]

He's so funky and he's low volume

[@russlemaster8738]

She is the most adorable interviewer ever. Thank you for this wonderful interview

[@oliverbrochu1466]

thank god he didn't go to berklee

[@jjhassy]

Oliver Brochu why

[@MisterAppleEsq]

+jjhassy Because Vulfpeck probably wouldn't have been a thing if he did.

[@pillepalle3614]

Oliver Brochu agreed

[@gustafsone]

@@MisterAppleEsq Vulfpack would be a thing. There was no stopping the Jack Stratton train. It might not have had Joe Dart, but there are other amazing bassists out there and I'm sure Jack would have found him/her. Having said that, I'm also very happy Joe didn't go to Berklee because I don't want to imagine Vulfpack without him!

[@taywimzzz]

@@gustafsone stop

[@ClarksBowlingClub]

yesssss thanks allegra and thanks joe

[@curtisdixon8552]

You da best Allegra!!!

[@squaremug]

just ordered my own pair of Joe Darts Knockarounds! Finally, something that will take my bass playing to the next level!

[@andrewmcdaniel4645]

Press 5 repeatedly for authentic Joe Dart head bob.

[@luvier5135]

cooooool hahahhaa

[@pearceodegard582]

Respect for linking the bandcamp

[@mrtaylorhelm]

Seriously awesome interview! Thank you so much! ❤❤❤❤

[@MaximMash-mk2]

the metronome plays under the Joe Dart

[@staplecrab]

Man Joe is chill as fuck

[@liamcampbell1125]

anyone else grab a bass as soon as they finished watching this?

[@skierpage]

18:32 "Who's still on your bucket list to play with?" Surely Nile Rodgers of Chic. "Disco Ulysses" is a love letter to Chic and its video at 2:18 mentions "the sirens Norma and Alfa", the two Chic vocalists. Cory Wong and Joe Dart owe so much to Nile and 'Nard (RIP). Make it happen!

[@Brainbox97]

BLUE RANGER

[@Hennu_TRM]

"On the passive Fender Jazz bass, JOE 'THE BLUE RANGER' DAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAART!"

[@MartaValentin3]

He’s literally the most beautiful guy in the planet

[@PabloTarantino]

Awesome interview! well conducted. Joe is a genius!

[@ApanKoro]

The squirrels in the end leaving cus interview's over

[@triciabergland5067]

❤❤❤ fabulous energy with incredible talent this young man has 👍

[@snuzzbobble]

I remember seeing the Olllam in Sligo 5 or so years ago, such a good sound

[@playonkorg]

Hi Joe , I like your timings , tonesetting and expression . You are there and the rest is on the side.

[@muntzerism-diggerism9695]

It's him, it's mr bass

[@docwill184]

Only just discovered Joe, 'Dean Town' Along w/ Pino my new, "wanna play like that..."

[@emmywillow6599]

Allegra is the only person that can properly interview Vulf

[@smashogre4766]

25:06 glad it wasn't a velociraptor! GREAT interview!

[@iTwistedVisionJC]

I really rate the use of Vulf mono @ ‘a random person walked through’! Loved the interview

[@reubenwylde8778]

Best Interviews ever Allegra!!

[@gabestew262]

Joe dart is everything i expected him to be in a non musical state and more

[@wjcolon]

My favorite part is how he gives his Mum props.

[@henryfinman6176]

Laid back version if Mike Kerr from Royal Blood. Both bass skill, look, and personality

[@dan_noo]

10:19 Joe the Groove Keeper

[@MbfLproductions]

Such an awesome interview, thanks!

[@jaceyjacobs4013]

Thé fact that Joe and Theo crossed paths at least twice before meeting is kind of spooky. I don’t believe in fate but damn

[@sketcheadfilms]

How are you so awesome

[@ChapuleTaylor]

Bassists...

[@lucianostizzoli2676]

@@ChapuleTaylor what kind of username is this

[@BlockeyMiners]

Hey when’s the next SDP animated coming?

[@lisonhashku3852]

Thank you this is great!

[@ellissworld]

Joe Dart? Isn't he from that Vulfpeck cover band that did "Back Pocket?"

[@fabianvanderelst9643]

😂

[@ivardagur1944]

Yeah Packapella!

[@jakej8891]

Peckapella

[@CouchEconomyTX]

Nah he’s Joe Dart from the Fearless Flyers

[@davidofpiano423]

FINALLLY!!!!!!!! Rejoice!!!

[@0777coco]

i'm losing my mind, how is this man so handsome?

[@vision3691]

He follow his passion

[@NotDingse]

8:22 Joe Dart may not be versatile but his The Joe Dart Bass sure is! Get it now for only $2,999.00! (Batteries not included nor needed)

[@jeevakrishnan4500]

* points at the un... Unmistakable volume knob * what is that controlling?

[@MsKstunna]

Awesomeness Mr. Dart!!!!! 💙Allegra ☄

[@WeeNiallYT]

look in the top right at 27:43

[@CaptainRat42]

WeeNiall YT b i r d w a t c h e r

[@edouardwarden2429]

28:40

[@lockedowng]

YESSS! Sam Wilkes Bass-off!!!

[@mafirasyaharani7836]

I'll go crazy

[@alexisarkus-duntov2170]

16 people did not like this video. How exactly did this disappoint someone?

[@mariusbraun450]

I have watched a couple of your interviews with the Vulfpeck guys, and I think you're a great interviewer! Your question are interesting, and you let them actually finish their sentences and elaborate their points. Keep up the good work :)

[@jarodarmstrong]

God, I go to Ohio State and even I can’t help but love the guy!

[@Not_So_Slim_Shady]

Same

[@LittleBrotherEli]

Love you Joe 😍

[@UndecimeBeatitudo]

How come I haven't seen an interview with Bass Joe on Dart Fender before?!

[@turtletown456]

I just realized I’ve never seen Joe without sunglasses

[@hamirau705]

He doesn’t wear them in dean town

[@fernandojavierblancoesmori3914]

joe I love your duck dance and allways your 8ts and 16s( corcheas y semis). Cheers bro!

[@jacobbaker7763]

Don’t know who this mom is which Joe was talking about considering he was made in a test tube to be the perfect specimen.

[@rockrollinnolan8521]

Wait, Joe Dart can speak?

[@crab-dogjones4659]

Seems like a normal-ish guy. You know, in a good way.

[@studiomonster2012]

Joe’s the man! Freaking awesome musician! Thanks for the great interview.