Musicians Hall of Fame Backstage: Emmylou Harris Full Interview

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[@mrDCunningham]

I think she's about the classiest lady in music today. What a legend. Great interview Joe 👍🏻😎

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks David....Joe

[@andyford8359]

A classy lady in an industry full of pimps and thieves

[@Ed_Stuckey]

Emmylou gives so much credit to so many people for her success. I hope she knows how much she and her personality had to do with it. Beautiful voice, beautiful lady - inside and out. We love Emmylou...

[@guitardave3028]

I got to see her at the palamino club while in the navy....i had never heard her and was shocked at the reverence the crowd had for this lady....you could hear her breathe between songs and the place was packed...they just hung on every sound she made...that was the thing that I'll never forget...

[@michaelhester1328]

Have adored/worshipped her for 50yrs. Songbird of my life.

[@daleschimpf]

Emmylou is a national treasure! And Joe, you are a great interviewer! Looking forward to visiting Nashville in person someday.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks Dale.... sincerely,Joe

[@paulanuszkiewicz7704]

Just a fantastic interview! I've had a great respect for Emmy Lou Harris for a long time. Absolutely the classiest artist ever! It was because of her I was introduced to so many artists that became my favorites as well. Her folk music roots (and Gram) that steered her to the more traditional country music as she explained was a natural progression because "in folk music, the lyrics matter". You can draw some parallels to Dylan, who of course brought so many meaningful lyrics to rock music after becoming a folk icon. To me, that is the appeal of so-called roots and traditional country music, that the lyrics do indeed matter. Thanks!

[@ministerofdarkness]

One of the greatest of all time! A true gem 💎! Great interview Joe! Thank you Emmy Lou for so much great music!

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks again minister..... Joe

[@harleyhoney]

Love you miss Emmylou! Such a class act & lady & good taste in men lol.. Really enjoyed the interview.... God bless you man & thanks Joe!!

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks Ollie…Joe

[@nicifilteau1447]

What a treat to listen in on your conversation!! So glad it is archived, so I can listen again. I have always loved Emmy Lou's voice, since I heard her in the 70s. This "behind the scenes" view is just like hanging out with wonderful company!

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks Nici… that was my intention. To make you guys watching feeling like you’re sitting in the booth with us. So glad you’re enjoying it… best, Joe

[@kulmainer]

She is a fascinating woman with fascinating eyes and personality. We would need so many more of these big souls nowadays!

[@stevefaure415]

Such a gracious lady. Such great questions! I can't tell you how much I appreciate these interviews, it's like a Noah's Arc of for music. Makes me sad too, thinking of how our music comes now cheaply, without context, weirdly isolated on wireless headphones--things are not as they were. Thanks so much--

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks for watching Steve...Joe

[@johnhulsker9123]

Music has sadly changed so much,

[@CarolAnnePeskin]

Thank you for this very special interview w/Emmylou. Y'all are two totally class acts!

[@stevevice9863]

Nice interview, Joe. Love Emmy Lou. She is such an authentic person and musician. She really does seem to perform just for the love of music. How about a reunion of the Hot Band for an interview and performance? Also another Nashville fixture that used to play with Emmy Lou is Buddy Miller. He would be a great interview...he has played with so many people and seems to be a Nashville insider.

[@juliegoff1731]

My father is CRAZY about her ,anytime she’s in portland maine ,he’s there !I think of Gram Parsons when I see her .

[@gregb8565]

Every male and maybe females from age 13 to 90 in the 70’s stared at those album covers for days like me I suspect. No u tube then - but it was enough imagination and dreams somehow were almost as good. The talent of her and band and legacy unparalleled

[@garylafrance6831]

Fantastic interview, thank you so much, love Emmylou, one of favorites of all time and represents the greatest time of my life. Plus, all the musicians she played with were all my favorites. Thank you again.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks Gary......Joe

[@vcr210]

A wonderful woman. An American Classic.

[@KorbenDenver]

Absolute National Treasure! I love her voice so much and it's nice to know that she's good at being a person too =)

[@pumpkinking5174]

Another excellent interview with one of the greats!

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks King....... Joe

[@cherokeefiddler]

Great interview. Great guest. Emmylou defines legend.

[@jackwalker1822]

Emmylou is my favorite singer ever and such a gracious and pleasant woman. And I love that she helps dogs. Great interview I learned a lot that I had not known before.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks for watching Jack..Merry Christmas..Joe

[@thomastrout9997]

For me, the best 50 minutes of 2021 so far. Thank you Joe, thank you MHOF and thank you Ms. Harris. That was fun!

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

I’m glad you enjoyed it Thomas... Best...Joe

[@kylecravens8052]

Loved the story of the Ryman connection. Can not imagine Nashville without it. Emmylou - the voice and heart of an angel!

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks Kyle....Joe

[@lowelledlee8019]

Emmy Lou, pretty woman, talented lady with an interesting story. Thanks Joe. I have wondered for a long time why you are so enjoyable to listen to. You’re so humble and down to earth and I think that’s the reason your interviews are so great. People respond to you because you are just yourself. They feel comfortable around you so they open up to you. Keep it up buddy. I love it.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks Lowell…..Joe

[@middleearth8809]

Thank you Jo for another excellent interview. You were a gentleman as always and Emmylou was so gracious. I am sure she has told her story a million times already, yet she answered the questions with grace.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks for watching M.E.....Joe

[@Kugerand727]

Joe, I know many have stated this or something to this effect. Your interviews are really not that….they are two friends having a conversation. This one with Emmylou is a prime example, a treasure for all of us to hear. Thank you for doing these. They are so cool to listen.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks very much Kugerand… much appreciated….. Joe

[@thomastommy1192]

Wow, I can't believe I missed this video. I have always loved Emmylou Harris. How could anyone not love her! Thanks for sharing your video Joe.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks for watching Thomas... Glad you liked it....Joe

[@timcastens1150]

Emmylou, first saw her and the hot band in Austin in 75 or 76, my mom loved her and Van Morrison, played them at her wake.

[@timcastens1150]

Thanks

[@webstercat]

Amazed at her sense of humor….

[@kurtmadison9517]

What a pleasure watching this. Thank you!

[@1rwjwith]

One of the greatest voices ever of American and country music. Still the best!

[@JohnnyNowhere]

Groovy. I've been waiting for you to drop the entire interview, Joe. Kudos, dude.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks Johnny....Joe

[@michaelferreri1256]

Emmylou does a beautiful and unique version of the Beatles “Here, There and Everywhere”. I love it. I also love the backdrop of The Musicians Hall of Fame”. All those gorgeous guitars displayed in such a work of art. I can’t wait to visit the museum.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Hi Michael…. Thanks for watching…. I’m glad you enjoyed the guitar wall background. They are all real but were imperfect. My friends at Gibson and Fender allowed me to buy them since I was a dealer with numerous guitar shops for both companies for almost 30 years. I look forward to seeing here at the museum. Best, Joe

[@michaelferreri1256]

@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum I thought those guitars looked rather detailed. So cool. I really want you to know how much I love your shows. I’ve learned SO much. Very unique and enlightening. There’s nothing else quite like it!

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks very much Michael….. I’ll tell you more about the guitar wall if you’re interested sometime. Best, Joe

[@thejigantics2641]

Very subtle approach to getting that Kay guitar Joe....nicely done in a gentlemanly way 😀

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks Barbara.... Haven’t gotten it yet:).... Joe

[@CaptainCraigKWMRZ]

Thanks again Joe. Great interview!

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks again Craig...Joe

[@shkyrbty]

I love the artistry of Emmylou Harris. Thank you for another great interview Joe!

[@777bigbird]

Someday Soon . Probably one of her best . Not to mention Suzy Bogus did a heck of a job on it too. Wonderful Interview. Loved it . Miss ya Joe . God Bless You .

[@ronr7905]

First off, she is gorgeous. Wow. :D Second, great interview. You did a great job of just letting her talk and interjecting here and there. I was interested to hear about Gram and that collaboration. Also the great work she did with Dolly Parton and Linda Ronstadt. That was a quick 50 minutes.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks Ron...Best.....Joe

[@georgemajor9589]

What a great interview, thanks for that man, and thanks to Emmy Lou for giving an insight into what is needed to get where she got to. Keep doing what you’re doing Mr. Chambers. Love and peace to you ❤️

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thank you very much George... I appreciate your support... please call me Joe... we’re friends:)..... Thanks again George

[@georgemajor9589]

@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum thanks for your offer, and I’ll be happy to call you Joe... stay safe, and my plan is to get to Nashville one day soon, and the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum is definitely in my bucket list 👍🏻👍🏻

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Sounds great... thanks George.... Best again.... Joe

[@anthonymaccherone]

Fox on the Run Productions with Dick Cerri! I was a member. Emmylou with the Hot Band opening for Willie Nelson at Merriweather Post Pavilion was one of the best shows I have ever attended.

[@i-35vagabond56]

Emmylou makes the songs she records her own. She's a totally different kind of musical artist than Kenny Rogers.

[@edith121454]

I totally agree! This is a good interview, but, what an odd comment! 😜

[@davidkral118]

I love the whole package!! Thank You!

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks for watching David....Joe

[@NickRatnieks]

I saw Emmylou & the Hot Band in early 1976- an amazing concert in the Free Trade Hall, Manchester. A number of years ago I met someone who is a professional musician and he was at that concert and we both concur- it was one of the very best we both had ever attended. At that time, he was a student at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester and he is now a classical guitar tutor at a very prestigious music school but he loves hot Telecaster playing in the style of James Burton or Albert Lee and has become a good friend. It's funny how such a memorable concert hit the spot for both of us. One final thing, during the concert, there was an acoustic set- James Burton played dobro while Emory Gordy gave the bass to pedal steel player Hank DeVito to play while he then played mandolin. Some things are just so unforgettable.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks for sharing Nick....Joe

[@NickRatnieks]

@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum It's my pleasure Joe and I also got up and got right in front of the stage- just a few feet away from Emmylou and she was wearing that outfit that you see on the front cover of Elite Hotel- which had just been released. As I wrote, some things are unforgettable- like James Burton's solo on "Better Shop Around" which I seem to recall Emmylou said that for some contractual publishing reason she could not record on a studio album. There is now a live album from this era that can act as a Time Machine! When she had done a "one off " concert at what was then called the New Victoria in London, the year before (1975), I was told my another friend who was another professional musician that the concert was a "Who's Who" of British guitar heroes- all there to see their hero James Burton- and Emmylou, of course. I got to meet James at a Billy Swan concert in London a while back- that was great, too I will shut up now!

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks again for sharing...Joe

[@Realmikesambo]

The Cellar Door was legendary. Saw Danny Gatton there. Great venue! Thanks Joe!

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks for watching Mike...Joe

[@mannyruiz1954]

Such a classy, intelligent, beautiful lady. Great interview.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks Manny..... Joe

[@mannyruiz1954]

@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum I've seen a lot of your interviews on this platform. Really enjoy the history of music. I'm kind of a metal head (I'm 63...💪) but I love old school country. My favorite female Country Goddess is Loretta.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Yes Manny.. me too... Tammy also.... Best, Joe

[@williamholleman8673]

I saw her at the Music Hall in Houston. Rodney Crowl and Rickey Scaggs were in her band. Great Show.

[@njgl2010]

Emmy Lou Harris.....the only woman on Earth that gets MORE BEAUTIFUL with age!

[@brothermac9719]

Joe keep up the great work you're doin at MHOF 🎤🎸🎶🙏

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks Mac……..Joe

[@stephenpatton8361]

Your interviews are as addictive as chocolate ✌️many thanks Stephen Patton

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks Steven….Joe

[@egbun]

This interviewer is great because he says little but gets the guests to say a lot.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

egbun, my dad, Joe, passed September 28th- but I know he would have appreciated your comment. Thank you for supporting the channel, hope you can visit the museum sometime too. Best, Britt

[@gregb8565]

Never met him but was like an old friend, like the folks at the music store ( maybe that’s why? when I was a kid in the 70’s . Miss your dad so much but these interviews are his legacy

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

@gregb8565 thank you Greg, means so much. He would love you are still enjoying them, and I do too! Best, Britt

[@egbun]

@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum I am so sorry for your loss. His interview series is truly remarkable. I have watched a number of them and they are really incisive and I go away with a much better understanding of the person being interviewed. Your dad was a very smart man.

[@mynewsong9035]

Emmylou is simply Beautiful

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts MNS...Joe

[@Ed_Stuckey]

Joe has a knack for getting the best from everyone he interviews. I mention it because it isn't that common. Great job, Joe. :thumbsup:

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Ed.... thank you very much.. That was nice of you to say. Best, Joe

[@mikestarmer3121]

Your commercial are KILLING ME

[@mikestarmer3121]

But I just love Emmylou

[@donaloconnor432]

Gifted by the gods 🇮🇪 3 chords and the truth . Best Wishes

[@andyford8359]

Never heard a bad word about Emmylou!

[@spotteddogmemphis]

Damn Emmylou is still so beautiful.

[@jimmycollette9209]

Another plus about the Ryman is Tootsie's being next door. There was so much happening there. Just to be a fly on the wall. Just to be able to bottle up all those conservations would be a national treasure.

[@paulafondren1788]

Yes I believe Emmylou is very talented and beautiful she is number one I my book 😂❤😂😂😂❤❤❤

[@markguertin210]

The first lady of Americana. Very classy Lady!

[@fitzspike]

Great interview Joe.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks Fitz...Joe

[@paulysci925]

She's still so gorgeous

[@theroguetomato5362]

I always thought she was one of the most beautiful women in the world. And she still is. Like Ed said, inside and out.

[@jamesd369]

Wow! Still Beautiful!!❤

[@SeeCSeesCC]

❤fine fine person, collector and respecter of music and presenter of all things there in. Joe Chambers you’re the best I almost got on an airplane from Seattle and flew in to see the ceremony and show you had yesterday. one day I’m gonna show up Joe.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Hey SeeCee, My dad, Joe, passed away September 28th… I know he would have appreciated your kind words and support of the channel. Hope to see you at the museum one day. Best, Britt

[@SeeCSeesCC]

@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum 💔 I saw that on your post on KZbin recently. I am just grieved what a light gone Joe C. I truly enjoyed his interviews and he often responded to our comments and interacted in a warm way. He created factual, relevant documentation of music history and music people with these wonderful interviews. They’re just fabulous -such a valuable humble man your Dad remains. Thank you for sharing him Bri❤️

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

SeeCee, I remember seeing your name on previous videos… I’m glad you got to know Dad through KZbin. He really enjoyed his friends here. All your words are beautiful and true. If you make it from Seattle, I’d love to say hi, You would truly love the museum. Merry Christmas, Britt

[@SeeCSeesCC]

@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum i’ll definitely make it there. Shake your hand and say hello. Joe C one of my KZbin heroes. Bri we still have him here. All these wonderful interactions straight from this heart. How nice of you to respond, much like your Dad would have-much appreciation Bri! Cindy Clark❤️

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Cindy, for some reason I’m not alerted when people respond- but your response popped up today. Again, thank you for your kind words. Look forward to seeing you at the Museum sometime!

[@henryfrost8542]

She is beautiful,and as she loves animals she is even more beautiful 🌹

[@adgevers9652]

I believe that the best musicians are from my age, I enjoy them every day on youtube, such as: Willie Nelson, Bruce Springsteen: Emmylou Harris: Jackson Brown but also Eric Clapton.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Hi Ad… I tend to agree with you but I have to say a lot of that was great songs too. I’ve heard some great new young musicians but the new productions don’t allow for them to shine. Just the singers. Thanks again for watching and sharing your thoughts…. Joe

[@adgevers9652]

@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum Hello Joe, you have perfectly right, in the sixties and seventies are the greatest songs released. And now I love to listen to all the young artists as there are, Josh Turner, Reina del Cid, Toni Lindgren, Carson Mc Gee but also The Petersens, Foxes and Fossils and many others.

[@timcastens1150]

Wow Acme cowboy boots, gotta a pair every birthday as a kid , roughouts and dress. 🤩👍

[@ecarteringram]

Would love to see a Frank Reckard interview

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks for watching and the suggestion Carter…. Best, Joe

[@jeffboyd9101]

Like Doc Watson said one time his first guitar was like fretting a fence .

[@larryholland7192]

Awesome X 10

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks for watching Larry... Joe

[@kennyyow8863]

Ty

[@johnwillard6198]

Red Dirt Girl - my favorite album by her.

[@juliegoff1731]

Also Joe ,I’m a big Judds fan ,don’t know if you’ve met them ,what a sad time ! I wrote once to Naomi and I was so lucky she wrote back .In her book Love Can Build A Bridge there’s a picture of the Judds w Emmylou ,one of their inspirations! and I remember Naomi wrote about Paul Kennelly ,believe that’s his name ,Emmylous husband ,who co-wrote a song or two for them w their producer Brent Maher .

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Julie…..I only met them briefly once back when they first got hot. Actually here at the municipal auditorium backstage at a concert they opened for my friend Conway Twitty. They had recorded a song Conway’s nephew Larry Jenkins and I wrote so we wanted to met them. Unfortunately the song didn’t make it on the album. Thanks again for supporting our channel….Joe

[@doc4191]

Not so much an interview as two genuine people in conversation. EH's sincerity is unquestionable. She may not have been a prolific songwriter but in my opinion the lines "You're in my heart That's not close enough" written on the occasion of the death of her beloved dog are as good as poetry can get, probably due in part to the inherent contradiction. If you have never heard the song "Not Enough" check it out at: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZe0kKSlp71roLc Tissues or a handkerchief are recommended.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks Doc......Joe

[@danny_deandavis6314]

Love you EmyLou ! would be fun to jam with you! My all time favorite singer! could sit and listen to you for ever lol!

[@tonkaGuy888]

The $30 Kay is a rite of passage. I got mine in 1963 but foolishly didn’t keep it. I believe Lee Sklar said he started on a Kay upright bass.

[@margaretroseallenanciola6994]

🎉❤

[@CORNPOP24]

I love this show. I'm switching to LBRY and dropping KZbin. I hope to visit the hall of fame and maybe see if your guitar store is still in business.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Hi Timothy... I hope to meet you when you visit the museum but all of my guitar shops are long gone. Thanks again for watching....Joe

[@ClintonCaraway]

I'm going to visit the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum just to see her $30 guitar.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Hi Clinton….. wait till I get it:)… thanks for watching…Joe

[@arkybeagle6159]

Joe Walsh is the source of so many people's iconic guitars.

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Arky…. Yes Joe Walsh is great…. Very funny too… best, Joe

[@rogerwilliams2629]

I checked again to see if you told her I love her. LOL

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Roger......Haven’t seen her yet.... Joe

[@lilmelvin11]

Singing a song is acting, the way she does it....

[@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum]

Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts Terry....Best...Joe

[@jdf5170]

,