The Captain Meets Robben Ford

[@kester30]

"I'd like to hear it played by a good player" "Who can we get?" What a dude.

[@michaelcope9501]

Is it strange that I am genuinely thrilled for the captain, a good man I never met, gets to meet robben ford, another kind man I never met. And I get to enjoy the interaction from the comfort of my phone 4000 miles away. What a wacky time we live in...

[@tindejavu]

true true true :)

[@geetarnut]

And what a truly nice man Robben Ford REALLY is!!! Way back in 1988, just after Robben's "Talk to your daughter" album came out, Robben toured around and he came to Amagansett, Long Island, N.Y. to play at the "Stephen Talkhouse", a really cool historic old music lounge were lots of famous acts come to perform. I had been a huge fan of Robben's for years, and at the break during his show I went over to his table to meet him. And he was so very cordial and willing to truly talk with you! Just before I finished asking him important questions about music and guitar techniques I asked him if he would be willing to do a guitar clinic on Long Island, and he immediately said ""sure absolutely,,"" and he looked around on the table and finding a paper napkin, he pulled out a pen and wrote the name and phone number of his manager, and he said ""just call him and tell him I gave you his number, and he'll set it up"". That's the kind of guy Robben Ford is! If I remember correctly,, his managers last name was "FERGUSON", I'm not certain of his first name though?!?! Maybe it was Gary, ?!?!?! Anyway,,,,, what a great memory that was~!~

[@FloridaManMatty]

Sonny Cannon That’s awesome! That’s the difference between people who play just to get paid or get laid and the guys who genuinely love the music and the fans. The guys who try to interact and relate with their fans are just the best. Dimebag Darrel from Pantera and Eric Johnson (both Texans as it happens)were/are great examples of down to Earth legends. Robin Ford is as nice as they come!

[@geetarnut]

Hi @@FloridaManMatty Thanks very much for your nice comment! Yes, I guess it's all about who you are as a person, as to whether or not you'll become a snob, or not!!! The egotistical guys who happen to become famous, would have been jerks regardless!!! LOL!!!

[@bluespig1]

No different to TV dude.

[@johnrobie9694]

Two very humble / down to earth people. Very refreshing.

[@russianvideovlogguy]

John Robie humble dumble

[@mattiv1]

I don't get this "humble guitarist" talk. Can you name 3 not humble guitarists that made it and got to top? Do you care how they behave as long as they play top notch?

[@dadadeede7713]

Robben Is humble Yes But not that Shop owner

[@Brian-pr1dq]

​@@mattiv1😂

[@jdock2]

Robben Ford on Anderton's TV. Fantastic! Thank you so much!

[@manawarrior2010]

What a lovely bloke.

[@johnnyh4857]

in my opinion robben ford is just about the most tasteful guitarist on the planet. He has nailed that whole "what not to play/when not to play" thing perfectly. I've played all my life and my solos have always tended to be pretty fast. robben has shown me it doesn't always need to be so. Watch and learn...

[@aussierule]

And he's got such a humble "BB King" type attitude which makes him all the more loveable.

[@MarkJVSomers]

Also worth checking out in that respect is Adam Levy (plays with Norah Jones and many others).

[@steveb9325]

That's exactly how I feel about Larry Carlton which is ironic since they love playing together as much as possible.

[@topografer]

Same thoughts about John Scofield. What & when NOT to play is such a good quality for a guitarist

[@frankfreeman691]

The captain was right Robben Ford - Legend I’ve stil got a smile on my face just listening to him jam 😊

[@FatihPekbas]

Wow, what a nice and lovely person Robben is.

[@Geotubest]

Love Robben Ford. A musician's musician.

[@corso461]

Great interview!!! I think Robben’s guitar had a bit more clarity in the sound. But they both sound great! Thanks for this video, it was a pleasure to watch.

[@themaninme]

What a sweet guy and a fantastic player !

[@bluespig1]

Bless The Captain, he didn't realise Robben's joke about best album he ever made @17:24 The smile on RF's face says it all! Great interview both of you.

[@pooritech]

Robben ford is just elegant no matter what he plays! Lucky you lee!!!! Lucky you

[@DannyJamesGuitar]

Loved this! My only complaint is that I wish it was longer.

[@Tom64]

+Danny James That's what she said.

[@PC160]

Rimshot!

[@rafabern31]

+Tom64 LOL

[@blackie75]

or he...

[@maccrazyg5]

thrilled and impressed to see one of my long time favourite guitarists at andertons

[@whisperthiefmusic]

How lovely is Robben?!! What a nice man.

[@laurieharper1526]

What a nice, thoughtful guy. Very understated and modest (and a terrific musician - goes without saying). You're a natural interviewer, Lee. You ask intelligent questions and allow your subject to speak, adding brief encouragement to keep the flow going occasionally. This is excellent.

[@Claimjumper55]

That was an awesome interview! Thanks Captain.

[@bluesteel5688]

RF is a phenomenal guitar player...love his jazz-blues style....although he can play anything.....and a genuinely modest and nice man....a genius who has been around for over 40 years

[@juniorhacksaw4783]

Bloody lovely bloke, Robben. I met him briefly after a gig in Bath about 20 years ago. Instead of bumming a pick off him, I gave him one of mine. His face was a picture then broke into a great smile, bless him.

[@miklc8537]

such a nice, humble but talented player. Thank you for the interview.

[@philturner1242]

Great interview, thank you. We all know Robben Ford is a great musician, but now we also know he seems to be a genuinely nice bloke.

[@narvul]

+Phil Turner Knew that for a long time too!

[@AW-kr9fl]

He always comes across like a very nice, genuine and humble guy for someone with so much talent

[@guitarist100]

I visited Andertons for the first time on Friday 11th ,great music store ,very helpful friendly staff , I recommend it cheers from Scotland

[@bgdempsey]

I just love Robben Ford...cool video.

[@geoffwright9684]

Had the immense privilege to meet and play with Robben in the early 90's in Melbourne Australia. Firstly ..the man is a HUGELY developed musician..to sit at close range and lock into his groove and melodic sense while trying to hold up my end forged me as a player forever... Secondly ..a more humble and non bullshit guy would be hard to find.. so generous and sweeeet! Thank You Mr.Ford. PS...the hints he gave me regards comping I still work on nearly 30 yrs later and I'm still scratching the surface...BIG MUSIC

[@geetarnut]

What a truly nice man Robben Ford REALLY is!!! Way back in 1988, just after Robben's "Talk to your daughter" album came out, Robben toured around and he came to Amagansett, Long Island, N.Y. to play at the "Stephen Talkhouse", a really cool historic old music lounge were lots of famous acts come to perform. I had been a huge fan of Robben's for years, and at the break during his show I went over to his table to meet him. And he was so very cordial and willing to truly talk with you! Just before I finished asking him important questions about music and guitar techniques I asked him if he would be willing to do a guitar clinic on Long Island, and he immediately said ""sure absolutely,,"" and he looked around on the table and finding a paper napkin, he pulled out a pen and wrote the name and phone number of his manager, and he said ""just call him and tell him I gave you his number, and he'll set it up"". That's the kind of guy Robben Ford is! If I remember correctly,, his managers last name was "FERGUSON", I'm not certain of his first name though?!?! Maybe it was Gary, ?!?!?! Anyway,,,,, what a great memory that was~!~

[@spike_4174]

I got to see Robben Ford this past weekend in Cincinnati Ohio. His band is incredible. If any of you have not seen him live, you have to.. Incredible playing, and incredible tone!

[@bigteno4597]

What a lovely man

[@matalmike]

Twenty minutes of total GOODNESS!!! Great interview Cap.

[@spiderdaniels2854]

An old friend of mine from Ukiah,Ca. went to high school with Mr. Ford, always had good things to say about him. One of the greats.

[@PeterKertesz2013]

Robben Ford, what a Legend! Great interview 👍

[@MarkJohnsonJams]

Captain Lee, these are some of my favorite videos you do. Please keep doing these. And then come to America and open an Andertons. 🤘😁🎸

[@Ely-qh8iv]

Had the privilege to hear a lecture from Robben Ford in the Berklee summer sessions. He is an incredible person and guitar player, amazing experience.

[@DanielSchim]

Ely I was running monitors for that. Also where I got the gig to work with Robben Fords Tech, Rick wheeler. Awesome concert and lecture.

[@yofs4198]

This is the most humble and wise blues or rhythm and blues guitar player and of course talented. The way he communicates is so clear and honest.

[@ronhatcher7734]

he's such a good guy...what a nice person.

[@DustyKorpse]

Lovely Guy, beautiful Guitarist 👍

[@gggfx4144]

Robben comes across as so authentic and straightforward, which is really refreshing - a lot communicated in only 20min

[@injeralover]

Lovely chat and always a treat hearing Robben play. I love his attitude and his philosophy of a good guitar and a good amp. Pedals and distortion can overshadow the talent of many players. Great video!

[@TheRealSasquatch]

how can anyone not love this. Thanks.

[@glennselwitz6598]

One of the best Captain youtubes ever Robben Ford one of the all time greats...

[@fpapaleo74]

Robben Ford, my favorite guitar player! Leve, great talk show with the genius Mr. Ford!

[@sethreidmusic]

That was the coolest interview yet. Robben Ford is such a bluesy player! This had to be awesome for the captain.

[@digitalsketchguy]

Another legend. His jazz blues playing is the best in the business

[@gainbear8853]

I agree with Mr. Ford. Nashville is a magnificent place for musicians. What a great interview.

[@BigEdWo]

robben. fantastic. i could watch him play forever.

[@11calman]

Robbin Ford, What a nice guy, such a smooth player

[@Cvweare]

Damn, Robben is just amazing with a guitar in his hands.

[@rjosephinterrante621]

I like the brighter pups in Robben's guitar.

[@xWILZTAx]

What a legend, Robben comes across as very humble and polite. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@9418matthew]

Quality, Robben is just awesome!!!

[@30smsuperstrat]

Robben is so cool! Kindness makes a person we all want to be around.

[@alanohagan6999]

Fantastic, what a totally nice bloke

[@darrenbrush1200]

These are awesome Captain thanks so much for doing these.

[@byebyebeano8616]

Fantastic players coming over at Andertons. This is just great! Thanx.

[@mushkamusic]

This was great! Lee makes for a very humble, witty and watchable interviewer.

[@bluespig1]

I've followed Robben since the 1970's and was thrilled to watch his success rise over the decades. I can't believe how old 'Talk to your daughter' is now & the albums as a trio that followed were all superb. His tour with Larry Carlton is available on YT and features Robben, Larry, Travis Carlton & Toss Panos on drums. It is possibly some of the best live work from Robben & Larry that I have heard over the years. Thanks to both artists for such a massive contribution to the music world.

[@mudwiser1391]

Great job Captain... I love these chats.

[@louisgerber65]

Wow! The Captain meets... is establihsing itself as THE source for relaxed interviews with outstanding musicians. I've seen Robben Ford for the first time in 81 at the Montreux Jazz Festival together with the Yellowjackets. And after all this years it seems, that he is not only a great player but a nice person as well. Thanks Captain for the best TV channel around!

[@galshochat4956]

Both guitars are absolutely amazing love that vintage les Paul sound!

[@aschneider70]

I love this guy. A Genuine genius and a so generous! Great interview, by the way.

[@gnultswede3204]

One of my favourite guitarists, nice one captain!!

[@52Tele]

The captain knows so much about guitars and the sounds which really matter to a real bluesman. I've learned so much from this man for the past 4 years. Cheers Lee for being the captain that he is.

[@ChemicalWool]

What a nice guy Robben Ford is!!

[@mightyOmouse]

Wow Robben Ford has played your guitar. Awesome!

[@wsguntoro]

great interview.. Thanks Capt

[@ericbeil3912]

Big time surprise! So great!!!!

[@kaschbowman]

Sooo Cool. "My guitar will never speak to me again now it's been played by you..." priceless.

[@patrickjaroch5084]

wow, ive seen a few interviews but honestly robben was so comfortable here i loved it. what a great interview. and what a classy guy. Instant fan

[@mchristr]

Certainly one of the most gracious and interesting guitarists around. Lee, thanks for the interview.

[@mackslovelace]

Still one of my favorite Capt meets!

[@mikeadams4605]

Two beautiful Les Paul's both with Pick guards!!! :-)

[@TheMagcee]

I had the pleasure to be at his show at the (very tiny) Larvik guitar festival in Norway this weekend. It was wonderful! His playing was pure silk. Strong, stil delicate.

[@ryan.1357]

"I'm not a proponent for Seymour Duncan particularly, but shit..." Ladies and gentlemen, Robben Ford.

[@Dogsrule777]

Hahaha! I live in LA- I saw Robben play at the Temple Bar in Santa Monica like 20 years ago. I was young (had no idea who he was at the time) and was so blown away by his playing that I approached him after the set and asked: “Hey man, do you teach lessons?” and he said No he didn’t... Now I get all his Truefire vids and it’s an awesome insight! He’s the best-

[@jadipeperzak4034]

Robben is really humble man! Good player

[@mojo5763]

One of my top 5 all times players. I always say if I could only listen to one guitarist the rest of my life, it would be Robben Ford. Blues and Jazz master. Amazing range. What a great video.

[@BillDutton]

Pure. Class.

[@rj_connor3779]

Ah, man, Robben is the best! Thanks for sharing this!!!

[@PedroBellora]

Fantastic interview. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@Zach-Rosicka]

What an Awesome guy is Robben! Awesome interview as always!

[@M4Y0_]

This channel is so great. Thanks for the interviews, they're all amazing!

[@MarkZabel]

Good interview. It's so nice to actually hear the guitar without being totally doctored up and heavily overdriven.

[@GeorgeKam]

Someone that gets it!

[@r.weaver3769]

I love the sound of a Les Paul clean, Robben’s bridge pickup is the SOUND!

[@jamesgrobertson8024]

That was awesome well done the Captain

[@sacredgeometry]

So much love for Robben, what an absolute dude!

[@TheMusicfan189]

I watch these even if I don't know who the artist is, gives me an insight into some really good guitarists that I otherwise would never have heard of. Really cool stuff.

[@pedrobravo4404]

Same here dude, That's a. good thing to do

[@thorestey]

+TheMusicfan189 The best thing so far that happened to this show imho was Nick Johnston. What a guitarist! The other players are definitely extraordinary artists, but damn, Nick Johnston really changed my music library :)))

[@duleyone]

My Les Paul '79 cherry sunburst pickups are both 7.5k and do sound sweet. Seen Robin in New Orleans when he came out with the blue line cd and played most of the songs from it. Did not know who he was and was blown away, definately influenced my playing. Long live Robin Ford.

[@jimgillan8184]

Fantastic video What a player Thank you for this Mr Lee Anderton

[@RichBischoff]

Saw Robben in Salt Lake City a couple of years ago. We were at cross walk, stopped in a car in front of the venue. A guy with a pony tail and a guitar case crossed the walk right in front of us. I looked at my friend and said, "that looks like Robben Ford", in a sarcastic voice he says, "I believe that is Robben" and indeed it was! It was funny to just see him crossing he street in front of our car. Needless to say, it was a great show! But funny to see him in that situation before the show.

[@ClarenceHW]

Wonderful interview of a truly great musician, great job Cap'n.

[@TheLynus]

Now that’s a gentleman, a fantastic player and a better human being.

[@adam872]

Had a smile on my face the whole way through that interview. What a top bloke.

[@vikramjitbanerjeetuki]

wow that was just out of this world,tone is in the hands and this video is proof of that,what tone Robben generated out of both the Les Paul's,amazing ! kudos to Captain for the best in this series of videos.

[@peonwarrior]

Living Legend! great catch up/interview!

[@gingerbeard638]

Robben seems very impressed by all the research Lee has done on his record :)

[@duartelucas8129]

Damn his "simplicity" and taste are hard to match. Very nice indeed! Thank you Mr. El Capitán!

[@sargentppeper]

Excellent interview! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🎸

[@itofranco]

Great interview, thanks a lot Captain Please keep up and cheers from Argentina!!!

[@cawfeedawg]

Wow robben. Legend!

[@MarkJVSomers]

Great man. Heard him first on one of my all-time favorite albums 'Miles of Ails' by Joni Mitchell, where his tasty subtly playing immediately struck me.

[@craig4fsu]

If Robben Ford played my guitar, and liked it, i'd be running around like a giddy little girl.