Joe Chambers interviews Don Randi at The Baked Potato in 2004.

This video was shot in 2004 in Los Angeles, CA. Keyboardist Don Randi shares stories about how he got started, working with Phil Spector, Brian Wilson, Hal Blaine, Larry Knechtel, Glen Campbell, and the rest of The Wrecking Crew.
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[@davidmaraisthecampfireguit2596]

Rest in peace, Joe. I always loved your interviews and stories. Thank you so much.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thank you David, that would mean so much to Dad. If you haven’t visited the museum, I hope you can visit. Best, Britt

[@RustedTelevisione]

@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseumyour dad was very great at his craft. RIP

[@firstlastname3865]

Just learned of the passing of Mr. Chambers last fall. Mr. Chambers did so much to celebrate and preserve the history of rock 'n roll music, the most American form of music. God bless you, Joe Chambers. I learned so much from you. Thank you.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

First Lastname, your kind words would have meant so much to dad. He really appreciated his friends, like you, here on YT. You might enjoy the Musicians Hall of Fame podcast- podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/musicians-hall-of-fame-backstage/id1531982201?i=1000497615347 I also love this interview with dad on the Sessions Panel. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZSpm6mEiq6KrNE Again, thank you for your support- hope you can visit the museum sometime. Best, Britt

[@mikemulligan1798]

The world is a smaller place without Joe Chambers in it. R.I.P.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thank you Mike. If you haven’t been to the museum, hope you can visit. Best, Britt

[@pfleitzpiano]

Incredibly talented man. Thank you for this!

[@joelmccoin9727]

WOW, This was great, what a great guy. Joe, you are fantastic at this, people open up to you. Thanks

[@luckyone8793]

The last couple years I have really appreciated your interviews! So much history being recorded! Again--thank you❣

[@arnemichaelsen2347]

Another stellar interview, Joe. Thank you for your devotion and love for what you are doing. If you get the chance, please look up a local in Nashville, Arron English. He sponsors and contributes to musical education and his non-profit collects musical instruments world wide for his work in Africa to young students. A very special person and program. Thanks Joe!

[@johnmarkey5470]

So many great musical memories. Again, thank you both for this conversation.

[@2packs4sure]

I've just found out about Joe's passing and I'm so so sorry,, such a super guy, gonna miss him !!

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Than you 2packs4sure. If you haven’t been to the museum, I hope you can visit. Best, Britt

[@fredberthiaume6883]

Great interview Joe. Such a lot of history there. Thanks

[@playbluesman1]

Joe, another fantastic interview. Don has a lifetime of stories with his career and the musicians he knows. Love to hear more, if he is still in good health.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

He’s still playing Doug….thanks for watching…Joe

[@fredberthiaume6883]

Joe RIP. Always loved your KZbin interviews I will surely miss them. Thank you so very much for enlightening us music fans. Love and prayers for your family.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thank you for your kind words Fred… Dad loved shining light on others accomplishments & preserving history. If you haven’t been to the museum, hope you can visit. Best, Britt

[@aaabeverages7152]

Saving it too. Worked thru late seventies & eighties with very infamous people all RIP.

[@joebersik9846]

Great Interview once again!!!

[@stevekujo7466]

Loved your book Don. Great read! Thanks again Joe for being a great host and asking pertinent questions. Cheers 🥂 from Sparta,Tn.

[@NYCgirl927]

I’m so looking forward to watching this. I’ll be back soon. Thank You Joe. You’re always a class act & give us these priceless interviews and music.

[@vtm57]

Great interview Joe!

[@heywoodjakissme6939]

These interviews are wonderful, all of them - Wrecking Crew, Nashville session players, etc. It is so clear that these tend to be nice people, in stark contrast to the ego-driven types that so often got the glory. At this later stage of my life, I love hearing the stories of the people who made such a big part of the soundtrack of my life. Thank you, Joe.

[@briansmith2163]

The film called "The Wrecking Crew" was a very long term labor of love documentary. Essential viewing. Fantastic film, please check it out.

[@shazam6274]

Get the DVD set. More extras than the entire film.

[@alphabeets]

Awesome! Awesome! Thanks, Joe. This is gold.

[@tuskedbeast]

Rest in peace, good man.

[@lilmelvin11]

Saving to watch later....Thank you and the staff for the Good Work you do!

[@NYCgirl927]

Me too

[@generaljj577]

Thanks again Joe. Interviewing the giants of the industry. Never gets old.

[@goinxnginx]

Joe Chambers, with his knowledge, skills, and talent, consistently brings out the absolute best in any guest. His interviews are excellent, and he is providing a significant cultural service with the MHOF/Museum.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thank you for your kind words goinxnginx, that would have meant so much to dad. If you haven’t been to the museum, I hope you can visit. Best, Britt

[@goinxnginx]

@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum Britt, please forgive me for not knowing that your dad had passed. It makes me sad...he had an uncanny ability to be immediately liked and respected in his position! He was amazing, and I appreciate the invitation to visit the museum. I most certainly will plan to tour the facility as soon as I can arrange it. It is great that you are carrying on the tradition and maintaining an important service to the entertainment world.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Goinxnginx, no apologies at all- I so appreciate the kindness and want to respond but I know that it may look odd if I respond without explaining why. Exactly as you described Dad is true, he was a beyond special soul in so many way- and it gives me joy that so much of his knowledge and generous heart live on through video, the museum, and not only his friends that knew him personally but also who never met him physically but knew him through this channel. Again, thank you for your support & let us know when you make it by! Merry Christmas, Britt

[@NYCgirl927]

Fantastic Joe. Especially love hearing from Wrecking Crew members. So much talent amazes me.

[@WakadooPlaypen]

Great Joe! Saw many of those shows in the day. Don Randi....what else can one say about such a magical player.

[@bradsense7431]

Really great, Joe. You are doing wonderful thing documenting this history. I love hearing these stories as told by the greats...and Don had no shortage.

[@XX-ol7lf]

Another great video Mr Chambers. We all appreciate you. Thank you.

[@mtc4him201]

What a goldmine of information about the Wrecking Crew! Great interview as usual Joe.

[@rcandrews4334]

Another example of Joe doing oral history like no one else, listening and asking the right questions as the conversations flowed.

[@2010bigfathen]

I’m so glad Joe had a vision and stuck with it, you can’t put a price on this stuff

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Clarence, that would have mean a lot to dad, and I couldn’t agree more. Thank you for supporting the channel, hope you can visit the museum, I’d you haven’t already. I know you would love it. Best, Britt

[@sapelesteve]

What a truly fantastic interview Joe! I had watched the earlier segments but it was nice to watch the entire interview. I can't believe all of the amazing artist that Don Randi played with. Totally off the musical charts! Thanks for these interviews and hope that you are doing well!

[@calsurflance5598]

Another gem Joe. Thanks for putting this out.👍

[@markboyd9275]

Rest In Peace ❤

[@jakethecarsandreactorvideo9409]

Can’t believe that was joes last video R.I.P Joe Chambers

[@brucegwynn8509]

Hey Joe, I haven't seen your channel in a while , I miss it , such a wonderful channel for people who appreciate music and all the people who contribute to the process, looks like you have lost some weight , this is meant as a compliment, thanks for all the videos and education joe, wish you the best!!

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks Bruce….. I’ve pushed away from the table:)….. Best, Joe

[@staylor537]

R.I.P. Joe Chambers. You will be greatly missed. It feels like an end of an era to me. 🙏 out to your family.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thank you for your kind words idontwanttoheqraboutitlater… appreciate your prayers. If you haven’t been to the museum, I hope you can make it. Best, Britt

[@staylor537]

@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum He is in Heaven, I can feel it. Would love to see it !

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Idontwanttohearaboutitlater, you are right. Dad was the most generous, thoughtful, & kind person among friends & strangers alike….he never wavered. He had peace beyond understanding knowing heaven was his home… a true light in this world. Let us know if you ever visit, would love to say hello. Best, Britt

[@TBlanktim]

That was a very interesting interview. They all are. This is the best channel on You Tube. Thank You Mr. chambers.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks T!……Joe

[@gregorytoddsmith9744]

Thank you MHF!!

[@mrDCunningham]

This just made my Friday night. Great interview. Thank you Joe. I hope you are well and have a nice weekend. 👍🏼😎

[@carmenhardy2629]

Thanks for the fascinating information with all your guests. I've been learning so much about things like the wall of sound I had wondered about and you make it so interesting.

[@swordfish52]

RIP Joe ...

[@sumrica]

Don is sharp! Does a great interview.

[@jakethecarsandreactorvideo9409]

R.I.P Joe Chambers

[@EnlightenedRogue]

Great interview, Joe! For people that haven't seen it, The Wrecking Crew documentary that Tommy Tedesco's son did was very entertaining. Those musicians were tight knit & always first call.

[@rocketpost1]

Wonderful interview Joe, such fantastic stories from a bygone age unfortunately. Don's still with us and he's 85 now. I'm sure you'll remember that sad story of Carol Kaye (bassist on Good Vibrations) returning to the studio where she'd played on so many hit records only to encounter youngsters who didn't even know who she was. Shameful.

[@mvmmotovlogmusic2815]

Joe. I am happy to say that I will be visiting your museum this weekend. I am thrilled!!! Thank you for all of your interviews. 💙🎶💙

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Great mVm…. Hope I see you…. Joe

[@mvmmotovlogmusic2815]

I was there on Thursday!! My mind was blown. Such a beautiful well arranged museum. (My favourite exhibit is the Hendrix). I was blown away by the gear. You have all the multi track machines that I’ve worked with. (Starting with the 8tk). I asked for you, the nice young lady said “you would probably be in later”. I’m sorry I missed you and congrats on your museum. P.s. I also got great advice on where to by a Gibson es335 from someone in your staff.

[@jakethecarsandreactorvideo9409]

@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum R.I.P Joe chambers thanks for all these interviews with famous musicians

[@thehat1218]

I did not know of him before. Amazing musician that was part of something that we can only imagine.

[@seanc8461]

Jon, I didn't know anything about Don Randi until I watched the documentary "The Wrecking Crew" by Denny Tedesco. That opened my mind up to hearing about the studio musicians like Don who were doing most of the sessions in L.A. for the sixties into the seventies. If you get a chance to see this documentary, you'll probably really like it. Before hearing of these musicians, when I heard a song I just focused on the singer. Now I concentrate on the instrumentals. It has made me appreciate the music even more as I think of the musicians backing the artists.

[@thehat1218]

@@seanc8461 thanks, I will check it out.

[@popogejo7245]

What a lose, Joe is going to be missed more than we know. What a true treasure to the history of American music. Nobody does it like Joe.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Poop Gejo, thank you for your very kind comments… I agree with all you wrote. It would have meant so much to dad. He really enjoyed sharing this content, with his friends, like you, here on YT. If you haven’t seen this interview on the Sessions Panel, I think you would like it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZSpm6mEiq6KrNE Thank you for your continued support, hope you can visit the museum sometime. Best, Britt

[@popogejo7245]

@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum I'll have to say again; what a loss losing Joe has been. What he brought to the table was priceless. Ed King, Duane Eddy, Chet, so many other serious major contributors that wouldn't have had a voice, and a history without Joe's classic interview style. And of course the loss this week of Gary Rossington also strikes a note. Wonder if they've had a chance to jam together yet. ;)

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Popo, Dad had the most generous soul- and loved to shine light on others accomplishment. He truly loved music & felt blessed to work with and be friends with many of these musicians. Songwriting, producing, opening a chain of guitar stores, creating the Musicians Hall of Fame were things he didn’t expect to do…he definitely didn’t think he would be considered a interviewer on KZbin….but again, he considered it a lot of fun & most of all , he was so thankful this platform gave likeminded people a place to find this important history. I hope they are jammin too. Again, thank you so much for your kind words & support, Britt

[@andrewjmcgee]

wow

[@jacktolmachoff7547]

ya Joe!!

[@davemack7740]

👍

[@normalizedaudio2481]

We want to make some money instead of digging ditches.