Daniel Lanois talks about Robbie Robertson

[@WinstonGuitar]

The opening song, Fallen Angel, is one of my top 20 favorite songs of all time.

[@ikkenhisatsu7170]

Robbie's first solo record was an absolute masterpiece. RIP, Mr. Robertson.

[@ohcanada7838]

Still one of my favorite songs. It embodies all things Indigenous. Peter Gabriel's voice is so haunting.

[@mrs.mcnamara1669]

The entire album was perfection, but Fallen Angel always chokes me up.

[@DennisMorassut]

Thanks so much for this Rick... RIP Robbie Robertson, your music and spirit will live on.

[@robertearly6347]

God, it's just so good to hear this...No forgetting the first time I heard it when I was fifteen. Drew something out of my soul immediately....Mystical....Lost for words...I don't want to point out any one thing I love so much about it, because it's the way it all comes together....Holy... Sacred Music...Nothing better.

[@ReubenZed]

Thank you so much Rick, Fallen Angel is one my favourite tunes!!! A ‘soulful place’ is so true.

[@StefanEngler-rb8lu]

I watched this whole interview, it was amazing and informative as they all are. Thanks Rick.

[@bobhoran9778]

Brings back memories of when that came out. Gives me the chills to hear it again. I never knew what it was about, but it was certainly something special. Listening to it is like watching a team of painters creating a masterpiece before your eyes, or ears. This coincided well with Peter’s soundtrack of “The Last Temptation of Christ”, both which I listened to religiously. So fortunate to have been in my 20s when this music came into existence. What an experience!

[@lightningstrikes7314]

Falken Angel was about/a tribute to Richard Manuel the Band's keyboard player who committed suicide while on tour the year before the song was written.

[@steve215]

What a great solo record. All the subtle touches make it what it is. Manu, Gabriel, and of course Robbie.

[@ultramet]

With Manu Katche’s groove, Levin on Bass, and the overall sonic vibe this sounds like an outtake from Peter Gabriel’s “So” album.

[@StratsRUs]

It totally sounds like a Peter Gabriel song ! I thought it might have been a cover at first.

[@ejRecording]

Guess what they have in common, Daniel... this is really his sound it seems

[@charlescdt6509]

A Peter Gabriel/Sting vibe. I dig it, sounds like a real bass lol.

[@seanwinkel8890]

It's the brilliant Tony Levin on bass

[@pcsherman]

If you like Robbie’s first album, you will love the follow-up, “storyville”, which is amazing, esp. “soap box preacher”

[@mikearchibald744]

Yeah, just as everybody in the media was saying he couldn't write songs and just stole the limelight in the band came those two albums. Levon had gone through the media saying pretty nasty things and Robbie took the high road and wouldn't respond, but those two albums especially showed this guys songwriting was getting even better, even if Tony Levin added his usual magic touch, yes, would have been nice if it were Rick, but there it is.

[@26aitches]

Storyville is my favourite album. I never tire of it.

[@MisterWade74]

Yeah I love ‘Day of reckoning (burning for you)’ and ‘Sign of the rainbow’. Stunning songs and production.

[@user-jd9fl2zx2u]

Love love love this album !!!

[@richardthurston2171]

Terrific. Some of my favorite sounds ever recorded come from Lanois. Fortunate enough to see him live back in 1995 with Darryl Jones on bass and the remarkable Brian Blade on drums. Their performance of Robbie Robertson’s ‘The Weight’ was stellar.

[@mkaris1484]

One of my favorite all time albums.

[@juliamaddox4408]

I just loved this whole album when it came out. Still a personal favorite.

[@quentincrisp6933]

Wow! What a beautiful track that I haven't heard in ages and now know the backstory of. Thank you!

[@AidanMmusic96]

Sad that Robbie’s gone now as well. What a sound.

[@gmhedon]

Peter Gabriel IS in the room. Both Keyboards and vocal chorus...

[@irpacynot]

A very soulful place. Didn't know the inspiration before this, though.

[@chromeboy1]

Thank you, Rick, thank you so much. I have been searching for this song for more than a decade.

[@GIBKEL]

❤ I just love knowing folks like yourself and Daniel are in the world. Even if I never meet these characters, there out there and they always enrich my life whether they make art or bag the groceries. We are surrounded by genius and good souls but it is up to us to take notice and appreciate the beauty. Music, like a good story is unique in its effect though. If ever I’m low, stuck in some form of grief, I know a record I can put on that can tap into whatever emotion I need to stew in or escape from. That is the beauty of this medium. All it requires is to have a heartbeat, and it can be so immediate, intimate and part of my forever.

[@dr_tomK]

That is a abeautiful piece of music

[@mahadevshunmugam6818]

Brilliant work by all of them!

[@OTOss8]

Somewhere down the crazy river.... (somewhere down the crazy river).

[@uncle-epicurus]

This song is beautiful and sounds like a straight up Peter Gabriel tune, to me.

[@PaulLoughrin]

Awesome, Mr. Rick. I purchased your Beato Bundle, and am learning a lot! Cheers from Jacksonville, Florida.

[@sassulusmagnus]

Elvis Costello apparently didn't like the album when it was released. He had hoped it would sound more like Robertson's work with The Band. Even musicians can tend to pigeon-hole one another. Whether it's what one expected from Robbie Robertson or not, it's a stellar piece of work in every sense. Superb songwriting, performances, engineering, mixing and production. There are no throw away tracks on that album, but Fallen Angel is certainly a standout.

[@guybeauregard]

It's brilliant soulful work. RIP.

[@marks.3303]

Well, he was working with Lanois, which is going to leave its mark. Plus, Robertson was looking towards his Indigenous heritage more consciously with this album, so I think that had a lot to do with the overall sound.

[@american_cosmic]

What other standouts from that album? HUGE Band fan, but I never delved into Robbie's catalog before.

[@MisterWade74]

‘Fallen Angel’ is my favourite from the album but I’ve got a soft spot for ‘Somewhere down the crazy river’. ‘Broken Arrow’ is a beautiful song too but I prefer Rod Stewart’s cover.

[@joeguajardo5092]

Who cares what Costello likes RIP Robbie

[@connievanbeek2659]

I loved that record. Robbie was a forward thinking artist that was big part of the history of popular music.I read at one point he wanted to collaborate with Robin Guthrie of the Cocteau Twins on this LP

[@american_cosmic]

It's what separated him from the other guys in The Band, IMO - that and his songwriting. He was always moving forward and I think they all got to a place of stagnation and Robbie said 'yeah, I'm moving on to better things now'.

[@hannejeppesen1809]

I think that is true, that is what I got from reading Robbie's book, and also Barney Hoskyns biography of The Band. Although Robbie wanted to get off the road, spend more time with his young family, and also felt if they continued to tour something bad would happened, There had already been several car crashes, Ricks (whom I love) had the most serious one. Too bad many blamed Robbie for the break up of The Band and other things as well, not understanding what an impossible position he was in.@@american_cosmic

[@briangriffing]

Glad I downloaded the vid before it disappeared. Been enjoying the KT run.

[@andrewmcgee1001]

I remember when that album came out. I was living in Atlanta at the time and often would go down to Little 5 Points to this really cool chick's place; a nice apartment in a duplex with a great stereo and tons of LP's. This was one of them. Thanks so much Rick!

[@theskylab4623]

So timely...sadly. What an epic clip, Rick. The emotion says it all.....

[@chuckbouscaren3898]

A meeting of the minds here, like musical Newton and Einstein discussing the late great Robbie Robertson, another musical genius.

[@MegaStonik]

Drums of Fallen Angel indeed... God rest your soul Robbie Robertson!

[@tas22222]

his first solo effort was SO SO SO Good he deserved a grammy I believe he was nominated ? correct me if im wrong. LOVE his solo work, thank you for this great interview RIP ROBBIE i am sorry Daniel in losing your friend XO

[@Fatstrat1079]

A beautiful song here with a haunting Peter Gabriel Vibe ( Vocals and percussion background ) I would love to hear the full version!

[@StefanMichaels-ut9jg]

Daniel Lanois is pure gold

[@hanksta34]

Wonderful album. Antithesis to the mainstream 80's FM playlists.

[@KittyCarlile-490]

Great album, song is heartbreaking. I didn't know Daniel Lanois was involved w the album. I was just listening to Lanois, Acadie yesterday. Think I'll play it again today .

[@KittyCarlile-490]

RIP Robbie, Richard, Levon, Rick. Long live Garth

[@Bubba-zu6yr]

Beautiful tune! Nothing disrespectful on Robby because I’ve always loved him, but if you told me Peter Gabriel was in the room I’d believe it.

[@rifosi]

Definitely agree

[@brianschoner3350]

Gabriel may not have been in the room when the rest was recorded, but he did play keyboards and sing backing vocals on that track...

[@brucegibbins3792]

Subjectively speaking, not into that dirge style music at all.

[@TN-D18]

@@bobsyerunkle5638 That’s why the call it the comment section. 😉

[@Nick_Barre]

I think Manu Katche on drums is another reason for the similarity.

[@anthonywhite2960]

Richard Manuel R.I.P. Thanks Rick Beato

[@WhiteRabbitAnne]

Only Daniel could improve on the masterpiece that was Robbie Robertson But Daniel did that with every musical genius he met. I remember a time in the 80s when I looked at all the albums I had in heavy rotation. They all had one thing in common Daniel. Even for artists I'd loved for years it was Danny's touch I wanted to hear . Rip RR , one more and you can be God's Band instead of Bob Dylan's! I'm convinced all great musicians have a pass key to heaven. It's part and parcel of the mysterious ways and miracles you hear tell about 😉 God bless RR and God bless DL.

[@cliveburgess4128]

Red Rain, falling down on me!

[@swlfm]

Hey Rick, I'm a big fan of your channel. I'd LOVE to watch an interview with Jody Fisher. The "Complete Jazz Guitar Method" series taught me a lot. He has some old videos on here that I used to watch on repeat back when I was first learning about Jazz. I don't see much about him anymore though and I figured you would have to know who he is.

[@GerardMcwilliams-k4l]

Listening to the Groove....Manu is such a great drummer. I was a huge fan of the Soul Cages when it came out and what he does on Wild Wild Sea is stunning. Saw the tour w Vinnie on drums.

[@TheSteve1037]

Would love to see some videos on The Band!

[@danmayberry1185]

Lanois extracts the essence of an artist. I made a Band radio documentary, spoke to Robbie (pure class), but if you're trying to describe the man, just play Big Pink and that eponymous album.

[@RockandRollWoman]

It's the bass that gives it the Sting vibe.

[@joriver5739]

gracias

[@minigrok]

Rick, an interview with John Patitucci, Dave Weckl and/or Eric Marienthal is in order. These guys are probably the closest you'll get to interviewing Chick Corea. Thanks you once more for all your efforts and impressive interviews.

[@ChristopherRyanPhD]

First time I've heard this. I kept thinking how much it sounded like "So," and then learned why. Same producer, same bass player, same drummer.

[@Caperhere]

The look grown men get in their eyes when they need to cry.

[@ScottRandall31]

Of course that’s Tony Levin and Mane!

[@wbjr6715]

M-F-ing Magician for Real.

[@1rwjwith]

One of my favorite songs on that RR album. The song was not only about RICHARD but I think Robbie was channeling him on the vocal in parts of the song..but I do think it sounds like Peter Gabriel maybe a touch too much in feel and production ,he was on there I believe …

[@ottosdad]

A+ for the fade out..i detest hard stopped music.

[@tomoflaherty3638]

I’ve only recently discovered this album and loved it, especially after recently absorbing PG’s ‘So’ album which I also loved, it starts off like a missing track from it. It also made me check out Lone Justice.

[@chickenlickin3820]

Booootiful!!

[@andrewdickson1977]

Just happened on this. It strongly recalls Peter Gabriel to me immediately even before I knew what I was hearing.

[@ford1546]

Hello. Did you know that Mötley Crüe and Def Leppard and TNT and Europe were playing at Trondheim Rocks in Norway? It's also soon (Tons Of Rock) in Norway where Iron Maiden was visiting in 2022.

[@exdemocrat9038]

Rest easy Robbie.

[@CJenkinsMusicLover]

RIP Robbie.

[@TheBella2u]

Broken Arrow, the song of Robbie’s that Rod Stewart covered is my favorite from that record.

[@thomasayala626]

😍😍😍😍🤗🤗🤗

[@moonchildjs59]

"You got to play the hand that's dealt you. That's what the old man always said" refers to Robbies father who was a professional gambler.

[@hannejeppesen1809]

He died before Robbie was born.

[@FirstLast-nk3lm]

Native drums

[@uncletom618]

Right away, I thought it sounded like a Peter Gabriel tune!

[@dagobaker]

really cool percussion never was a huge robbie vocal fan...... guess with the effects its listenable

[@jackielitten2865]

Apparently, he wasn't too much of a fan either during his time with The Band. Rick Danko pushed for him to sing more, but Robbie figured that three great lead singers on board rendered it unnecessary. For me, much of his solo work is outstanding, vocal limitations notwithstanding.

[@brianmoffet7237]

It's Manu Katché that makes this song.

[@guybeauregard]

He's utterly brilliant.

[@eliotfish7757]

You missed a whopper of a typo on the thumbnail, Rick!

[@WSS_the_OG]

Oh my, what a song indeed. I remember when this album came out. I simply could not believe it was made by the same "kumbaya folk" sounding guy from "The Band." Manu Katche, Tony Levin, Peter Gabriel, and Daniel Lanois; talk about a group of superheroes. This album came out of nowhere, really, and cemented Robbie as a legend from that day forward, at least in my heart and mind. I do wish this album was better known, recognised, and appreciated. Quite sad to hear of his passing.

[@splashesin8]

😊

[@Gesusthebarbarian]

Baseddddd

[@mpk33]

While in Stockholm Rick, can you please interview someone from Meshuggah?

[@GPSjammer]

Who are either of them

[@fluttergirl75]

Showdown at Big Sky

[@vruz]

Manu Katche + Tony Levin + Daniel Lanois... pretty much sounds like Peter Gabriel's "So".

[@cliveburgess4128]

I agree with other comments, Sting, Gabriel sound, just started watching, no clue who it is

[@lcdubs7847]

I was really tempted to watch the full video, but 3 hours is a bit much for those of us with jobs.

[@brionhausgeld2415]

When PG is backing you, you have license to fly.

[@markmarsh27]

That first solo album used to be my 'Church,' every song on it is a Sacred Prayer and Robbie was my beloved Spiritual Leader. (The tears ran down my face watching you listen to Fallen Angel with Daniel Lanois, reminding him how great his work is, and will always be). You're KILLING IT RICK! We love what you do!

[@sailingsvzara]

Sounds like Peter Gabriel.

[@pathofprophecy]

Sounds a bit like Sting too

[@mouloudo]

Album released 6 months after So by Peter Gabriel 🙄

[@joeybenoit6269]

Manu katche wasn't he percussionist for STING!!!

[@GerardMcwilliams-k4l]

Huge fan of Danny, Tony, Peter, Manu...I' appreciate Robbie's contribution in the Band....this is so dominated by the sounds of the other 4 it's difficult to see this as his song....personally I see Robbie as the choice for those who cannot ....or refuse to....see the stunning songwriting catalogue of Garcia/Hunter..(which truly dwarfs Robbie overall).for whatever reason... Garcia was a monster musician , i instantly recognizable and singular probably the smartest musician I've heard speak, period....I feel he is not appreciated as he should be, while robbie is a little overrated...

[@jackorion7157]

Rixk

[@timgelder4263]

Robbie Robertson demonstrating that he was a graduate of the Bob Dylan school song writing. Edit not that that is a bad thing

[@brazzer26]

Third

[@acousticshadow4032]

I appreciate Robbie's contribution to THE BAND, indeed. But to me, his solo stuff sounds incomplete; as if it's missing something. That "something" could be THE BAND.

[@hannejeppesen1809]

I love The Band, I love all the Band members, none more than Robbie. His solo stuff is very different. I think it is best to not compare. Robbie wanted to do something different after The Band, I read his book, he seem to always be in search of something. So although his solo stuff is not as catchy as The Band stuff, I can appreciate what he was trying to do. He was paying homage to his band member Richard Manuel, who committed suicide, and also to his native heritage.

[@jackmundo4043]

I’m thinking Peter Gabriel wrote it and Robbie claimed it. He’s good at that.

[@TheRuinedPariah]

First!

[@stevel9188]

sounded good... but... nothing like The Band.. which makes me think that Levon was the music writer in the Band...robbie got the $$ but it's obvious Levon made the Band's music ..

[@handle-schmandle]

It’s odd though that Levon completely ran out of ideas as soon as Robbie left. Coincidence I guess.

[@stevel9188]

its odd that Levon won 3 gramys and robbie won zero...i followed both post Band..it's so obvious, all you had to do was listen..@@handle-schmandle

[@MisterWade74]

Levon wrote the checks to buy the heroin.

[@stevel9188]

do you realize Levon won 4 grammy awards ? Do you realize Robbie won 0 grammy awards ? Who ran out of ideas ? Levon was making music and Robbie was chasing stardom in Hollywood . They both got what they wanted ..@@handle-schmandle

[@iancollier4684]

See why he never sang in the band

[@MisterWade74]

You probably think Bob Dylan shouldn’t have sung on his albums too.

[@iancollier4684]

Mmm unfortunately he did !😊