The Larry Carlton Interview

[@michael_caz_nyc]

How could you not love Larry Carlton. He is not only an incredible player, but a humble, down-to-earth great guy. Really enjoyed this.

[@dancolley4208]

I'm 72 years old and have been playing music for 66 of them. Arthritis is beginning to take its toll now yet I'm STILL looking for that perfect sound. I've come close but just haven't got there yet. The more I can relax, the closer I get. That is not to say that I'm disappointed... not at all. The journey has been amazing. I suspect that Mr. Carlton knows what I'm talking about. It's like the old quote: "it's not necessarily the destination, it's the journey."

[@diegosuarezcastro4081]

such a beautiful and inspirational thing you wrote Mr.Dan. Thank you!!

[@bchops4537]

Hope your well Dan .

[@peasandricepress]

Here's 2 The Journey: Every Step of the Way...

[@dogcatman7069]

I'm 2 years behind you, Dan, and have been playing since '65 or so... I hear ya, man!! I love this interview and what Rick brings to us. Best to you, keep groovin'!

[@jesusislukeskywalker4294]

🙏 same here

[@MikeFloutier]

It's the early 80's, I'm in a record shop in London, England in my lunch hour and I hear this sound that reminds me of Steely Dan's Peg. I ask at the desk and find out that it's Room 335 and I buy the album. After giving up trying to learn it I wrote to Larry Carlton and was amazed to get back a long hand-written reply along with a copy of a hand-written chord chart for Room 335. This man is a true gentleman. Thanks Larry for everything!

[@hitoshikawaicom]

Mike Floutier wow, what a story! Thanks for sharing.

[@jackblevel8296]

That is truly awesome, glad you told us all about that

[@jameschant2740]

Wow, unheard of anywhere else.

[@jjohn341]

Those were the days , when you had to hope that the Radio DJ would say the name of the song and artist when the song finishes , pulled up at the side of the road ready to scratch it onto the back of a cigarette packet , no mobile phone , no nothing .

[@PeterPatterson-vt2cx]

Wow. Incredible.

[@scottjames2355]

Rick is a great example of "listening" after he asks a question and not interrupting. Really makes the conversations so much easier to enjoy. Thank you Rick. Larry really is one of those guys you just have to wonder. I don't think we should leave Elliot Randall out of Steely Dan dialogue.The solo on Reelin' is right up there. Not comparing, just acknowledging.

[@terrycarthy4433]

Apparently Jimmy Page said Reelin' is his fav' ever solo !! Some compliment !

[@ldhorricks]

indeed...it feels like Solos on Steely Dan tracks could take up 50% of the top 100 solos of al time...@@terrycarthy4433

[@Dan-o-Steely2000]

@@terrycarthy4433 The great guitar soloist on Reelin’ In The Years was Elliott Randall,not Larry.

[@bogatibokorakos]

This channel is so much better than TV... Thank you, Rick!

[@LudwigSC93]

Great channel but I will up that with videos in general that you can select your own content are the way to go. Haven't had cable for years!

[@joerobinson2538]

Bogáti-Bokor Ákos couldn’t have said it better myself! If only we could get one of the major networks to switch to Beato TV! 24/7 of Rick!

[@TheSimonScowl]

Enjoy it while it lasts and fight for it when they take it away!

[@hkguitar1984]

@@joerobinson2538 I believe big-corporate would ruin this fantastic content. Right now Rick is in the driver's seat, and that is "What Makes This Channel Great"!

[@mixerD1-]

You posted this on my sons birthday, to whom Larry Carlton is a legend....thank you Rick. Happy Birthday Mick. 🎉🎉🎉😁😁

[@MrDallman]

I remember the day I first heard the opening solo on “ don’t take me alive” .i was 16 in the hot summer of 76 and I had never heard of Steely dan let alone Larry Carlton......it took my mind apart and refocused my listening ability......what a seminal guitarist and at the age of 60 now I’m am still listening to the Dan and the totally amazing Mr Carlton. Thanks for the ride Larry.

[@tonygallo1104]

I agree... i was 13.....maybe 14. I thought album came out in the fall....regardless it was played on rock radio a lot. Always really really liked it!

[@tonygallo1104]

MrDallman... you are correctamundo. i can't believe critics didn't love this.

[@vincognito]

Larry is a class act. I remember watching Eric Clapton's Crossroads DVD featuring a ton of great guitarists. All of these guys strutted their stuff to the max, ad nauseum. Except Larry. He's a master of understatement and leaving you wanting more. The song on the DVD he played was Josie. He played the melody to the tune but when the opportunity came up for soloing, he gave it to his tenor player. That's class. He doesn't need to strut his stuff. A master doesn't need show others he's masterful. He just knows he is and is content with knowing that much. I've modeled so much of my playing after him but I simply don't have his restraint. I still play a lot of notes. It's going to take a few more lifetimes for me to develop the class of Larry Carlton. One of the true greats.

[@ClintScottFischer]

Love that DVD. I believe that's the one where I discovered Tedeschi/Trucks band.

[@jerrywitaj]

Well said.

[@SDsailor7]

On what Crossroads DVD does he appear? there are about 3 or 4.Thank you

[@H1Guard]

Yeah, he's been a favorite since the 80s. Right behind Phil Keaggy, but only because Larry isn't really a writer.

[@ufaccount9540]

I also think Jeff Beck is a master of that understated playing style

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

My hero!!! Thanks Rick & Larry!!

[@shashankrao23]

I am a big fan of your work also :)

[@davidyanez9212]

Rr

[@tonygallo1104]

Good stuff

[@saltydog4787]

I'll second that!

[@jamesparr6840]

Wow!

[@ckallaher]

Larry is a national treasure. Thanks for bringing this to us, Rick.

[@narvul]

Everybody knew already.

[@bishlap]

why'd Rick have to go dig him up?!?

[@wserafin11]

Larry Carlton and Rick Beato, now there’s a pair of classy guys!!! Great interview Rick! I could see how excited you were throughout the video. It’s great to see your admiration for Larry shine through! Very classy!

[@dmottolo]

Larry Carlton is a hero, and Rick, you are a hero for being the most-qualified person on the planet to interview him. He's so good because as he says he's always going for the sound he wants to hear (not the mechanics of finding what scale to use, or thinking that making things complicated means they are better). Rick, thank you so much for this interview.

[@joehenry9787]

Larry Carlton is just a beautiful human being. What a phenomenal phenomenal gentleman. So is Rick. The generosity of spirit of these guys. And the music they've given us - it's riches beyond the imagination.

[@lloydwilliams5649]

They say never meet your heroes. I met Larry Carlton in 2015 and the man was an absolute gentleman. He had time for everyone after his gig where many would have just gone to their hotel. Thanks for the interview Rick.

[@kilgoretrout3966]

Agreed. i've not had the fortune to have met Mr. Carlton, but as off season director of PR & Marketing and at event time, Main Backstage mgr for a large Midwest city's Festival commission, i met HUGE heroes of mine, globally famous people, and it was only the rarest of occasions that someone you respected a lot acted a fool. However, when people that worked for me at the event would get stars in their eyes, i'd move them out of the Artists area tout suite....nothing can try the patience of anyone quite like someone relentlessly fan-boying out. Not a good look and everyone becomes instantly uncomfortable. It is also how phrases like "never meet your heroes" likely get started, cuz its just creepy for them...or as Neil Peart put it; "I can't pretend a stranger is a long awaited friend."

[@dominicmattina5858]

What a great interview by Rick. Larry Carlton is such a inspiring, interesting and is never predictable. There are no guitar players like him any longer, he’s a treasure and artist.

[@northof50now]

Rick is the "gold-standard" when it comes to interviewing musicians. Another great interview.

[@rickjensen2833]

It's like guitar player magazine for free. Great balance of interviews, personal stories, lessons on gear, mixing, playing. Whatch more than anything else on my phone. We should all buy a shirt or something from rick to show our appreciation. He has a club membership also.

[@geoffwales8646]

I was thinking exactly the same thing. Even though he talks quite a bit it never feels intrusive or attention seeking.

[@morrisfoster5106]

Always Loved jazz Larry I lays loved listening to .alot of jazz I did t realize it was him stealy Dan recording was Great

[@morrisfoster5106]

Wes Montgomery another absolute Great American jazz Guitarists and Influence on me

[@stevenheath741]

Absolutely .....Kid Charlemagne solo is the best solo of All Time...Thanks Guys love it

[@DavidDiMuzio]

I'm loving these interviews with legendary musicians. The way you interview them is just the best :)

[@ericzion2025]

You prolly dont care at all but does anybody know a tool to log back into an instagram account?? I somehow lost the login password. I appreciate any help you can give me

[@kylenjensen9976]

@Eric Zion Instablaster :)

[@peasandricepress]

I have Loved Larry Carlton's playing since his days with the Crusader's. I drove up to Santa Barbara to see him with the Wilton, Wayne, Stix, and Joe Sample back in '76 or '77, so that was my first time seeing him live. Peak Life Experience!! I was just out of high school, but I'd been listening to him for a while already by then. So much of my life has been shaped by the work that he's done. I am Grateful.

[@wilbern92751]

Im 68 years old and I love guitar. this was the best interview i’ve ever watched. Things I never knew...Thank you.

[@RichAtNaxos]

Great interview. Such a nice guy and beyond great guitarist.

[@g4p5l6]

Listening to this with a big stupid grin, loved Carlton's work as a kid long before ever knowing who it was. Steely, Joni, his own solo material. And a warm, humble soul. Thanks Rick... amazing.

[@mikkelandersen6242]

"emotions wound us so" is one of my favorite guitar tunes from Larry Carlton, so much feel in that one.

[@egyptianminor]

Larry Carlton is one of my favorite guitarist, he can play Jazz, Rock, Blues, Pop with great taste, class, swing, groove, fire and lyricism. Great interview! thanks for sharing, Rick!

[@coldtricky]

Rick, in addition to being a superb musician you are apparently also great at conducting a good interview for us. Thank you!

[@MarkMcPeak5895]

Wow! I love Larry Carlton's work on Steely Dan's early recordings! Thank you so much for interviewing!

[@DwayneJohnsonCochran]

This is a golden interview. Carlton created some of the greatest guitar parts in modern music history. Well done, Rick.

[@Priyadarshan_Nag]

“I was a servant, I wanted to please them” What a humble musician.

[@WarHog38KCS]

Wanted to keep a lucrative job. Talented session musicians are not that rare in recording capitals around this country.

[@mnky47]

@@WarHog38KCS larry carltons are rare though

[@peacefulruler1]

Larry is a long time Christian; Jesus said the servant is the greatest.

[@JoeCarnaggio]

The work ethic and substance behind this man and his playing is so heartwarming. In all sincerity…Larry, God Bless you and your profound contribution. Don’t be going anywhere anytime soon!

[@warrenbutterfield4208]

He's a born again Christian and yessir God has bless him with great talent and Larry glorifies the Lord by using it to the fullest....

[@katyland1015]

Rick...you are one lucky guy! If ever there was a "dream job," you have it. Getting to meet, and talk, with people like Larry Carlton, would indeed be a dream come true. And, you are an incredibly gifted musician! Please continue doing what you do so well...letting us see the wonderful world of music, though your amazing ears, eyes, and hands. Thank you so much.

[@garytobin7446]

Larry is so genuine and authentic. Always accessible. I could talk to him after a concert when he was signing CD's and always was gracious and supportive. Recently, he made time to sign my blond 335 at Jazz Alley in Seattle for my 60th birthday and was open and conversational - after playing for 1:20. He is certainly one of the most gifted guitarists in popular music, but more than that, he is a wonderful person. So thankful for his influence in music and in life.

[@detroitrocker4098]

Epic interview! Rick, your enthusiasm and passion are front and center!

[@eleetse6701]

What an awesome human being! I became aware of him from Court and Spark. There is enough guitar to listen to for a lifetime on “Help Me.” The outro is so emotionally Malibu and is as integral as words to that song, it just fits perfectly. Joni called his guitar style “Fly Fishing.” Rick said in the interview that back in the day Larry seemed to play on all the classic albums that everyone should own and Larry says yeah “it was a great time to be a studio musician.”

[@davidflint12]

1978 I was 21. Saw Larry’s name on Steely Dan Albums but didn’t know his solo work. I saw the Larry Carlton album at Wherehouse and bought it. Probably one of the best vinyl purchases I’ve ever made. I was blown away and an instant fan of his playing. Definitely a major influence on my playing. Thank you Rick for this interview and everything you do to further my appreciation of music. ⚡️

[@CARDINAL701]

Larry Carlton is a legend in his own time....whether he knows it or not. His solo on Kid Charlemagne made that song. Thanks, Rick, for posting this.

[@Gilyslas]

Thank you Rick for interviewing a music legend and one of the nicest people too. Been following Larry's career since mid 70"s.

[@chetheflin7447]

Thank you! I was in a music store in San Jose in the 80’s when Larry Carlton did a clinic with his keyboard player. He had his guitar, but not his amp. The store set up a Mesa Boogie amp and Larry messed with it in front of us 50 guys until he got the sound he wanted, and he sounded like, well Larry Carlton. I still can’t get his sound. Larry Carlton has always been my favorite guitarist when it comes to tone and melody. Thanks Rick!!!

[@gillesflorid]

As a Steely Dan fan, Larry Carlton was one of my heroes. So great to hear his stories about these legendary tracks. He is awesome. Thanks for interviewing him, Rick!

[@GREGMILLOY1]

I've seen Larry live many times solo and with Fourplay. What I wouldn't give to be able to play like him. One of my all-time favorite guitarists. Thank you Larry for all of the great music!

[@trainaction911]

This is fantastic, Rick. I was a fan of Larry before I even knew who he was other than his amazing playing. I am also a huge fan of "Help Me" by Joni Mitchell, to me Larry just played it perfectly.

[@zatoichi1973]

I wasn't ready for Larry when I was a younger man, but now I can't get enough of this guy. Legend doesn't even begin to accurately describe him with regards to his contribution to music. He is an inspiration and shows what can be achieved on the instrument with hard work and dedication.

[@NandanoBlackett]

Larry's solo on Kid Charlemagne has always been my favourite guitar solo!

[@N8QIO]

I agree wholeheartedly

[@JJMMWGDuPree]

It's odd. I'm here because I worship Larry Carlton, but I still think the ultimate Steely Dan guitar solo is Elliot Randal's 'Reeling in the years'. And not just because I can still play that one! :)

[@WarHog38KCS]

I liked the Steely Dan of the first three records far better. Jazz music puts me to sleep. This dude has probably never rocked just like Steely Dan never did after those early three records.

[@kareljanssens5606]

Same here

[@philipbonafede7320]

Excellent interview! I have been a dedicated Larry Carlton fan since the late 70's and bought all his albums. Absolutely my favorite go to music...

[@drumlover1687]

You don't need ego when your as great as Larry Carlton. One of the all-time greats! Thanks Rick for another great interview.

[@chrislestermusic]

Thetripletman60 The less ego, the more space for talent!

[@drumlover1687]

@@chrislestermusic Couldn't agree more.

[@ceruleanbandit1692]

Rick!! This interview is UNREAL!!!! Larry Carlton is an icon. You have continued interviewing music icons throughout the years but he DESERVES a high-quality audio interview!

[@andyfern6671]

This is so great. I first heard Larry when my parents bought home Joni Mitchell's Hissing Of Summers Lawns in '75(?)...and it just blew my young guitarist mind. The intro to Edith And The Kingpin still makes my spine tingle 40 or so years later. So inventive, so cool and so humble. Thanks Rick.

[@bobwells1517]

What an absolute treasure Larry Carlton is. Such a gracious and insightful conversationalist. Truly enjoyable interview!

[@TheSparkythespark]

His playing touches my soul like no one else. It's an absolute privilege to get a window into his genius, so thank you as always Rick!

[@BenCDaugherty]

Man oh man. I got to meet Larry at Cory Wong’s summer camp in August. After his performance me and some friends introduced ourselves to him in front of the stage. I told him how much his melodic soloing had influenced my own playing and he was very polite and engaged. After our short conversation I hopped up next to him on the stage for a picture with him and I’ll never forget his “Geez son, you’re a tall drink of water!” Such a special moment :)

[@therealjeffstein]

My mom taught elementary school with Larry's wife at the time (now deceased), and his son Travis taught me my very first guitar chords on a camping trip when I was 8 years old or so! I remember meeting Larry at the local shopping mall and he autographed his empty Orange Julius plate for me, which I still have. Larry Carlton RULES!

[@XHuntinatorX]

Marla Hooch ... That’s too cool!

[@splashesin8]

❤️

[@jamestucker457]

Larry: "Joanie was a great editor., she made me look good". Humble words. Thank you Rick for such a great interview. The sound of the interview was fine. The discussion, fantastic! As a guitarist, I was mesmerized by "Kid Charlemagne", and "Don't take me alive", the first time I heard them.

[@RMTocakforever]

Larry is so classy and humble. Rick is like "How do you music so good??" And he's just like "Well, I just like hearing these nice chords so I learned them and I play them :)" ❤ ❤ ❤

[@harrygaul4475]

Larry is a nice guy who replies to comments on KZbin.

[@visitur4914]

"If I liked it, I learned it." Maybe the best place for any musician to start.

[@petergoddard1960]

Those two solos on The Royal Scam still take my breath away and I first heard them when at 16 I bought the album the day it was released. What a fabulous interview. I was almost as thrilled as you were, Rick! Best regards from the UK.

[@jblandryiii]

Great spontaneous interview Rick... and what a great guy to interview!

[@jbaraness]

Rick. This was incredible. Thank you so much for this interview. Larry seems like a super humble and great guy.

[@bpronewage2584]

This was a great interview, what stood out the most is how humble of a man Larry is. It almost seemed as though he was taken back by the compliments.

[@joseherran7114]

This guy's career amazes me. Amazing solos with steely dan. Third World Man, my god. I'm from Argentina, and this guy played guitar for a famous artist here, Charly Garcia, in his 1983 album Clics Modernos. What a legend...

[@boatfaceslim9005]

Third World Man - Yep! Doesn't get mentioned much but awesome guitar work.

[@Juanjo-Quetzal]

Queeeeeeeeee? Carlton tocó en clics modernos?

[@jiaconis]

Thanks Jose! I’m from the SF area of Ca and I totally agree with you!!

[@skipbauchmam5995]

That was an incredible interview. Larry has always been an incredible musician. I’ve listened to him play And read his interviews in Guitar Player Magazine for years. It’s still cool to listen to hi play.

[@rogerriggins8319]

That was the best Rick!! Larry Carlton is the man. Best interview. Thank you so much.

[@samcoffeymusic]

Absolutely beautiful! Two humble cats appreciating good music. Thanks for sharing this, Rick. You're great!

[@MrBlessmann]

So great you managed to interview the legendary Larry Carlton. Thanks Rick, this is a special one!

[@karlhanson6119]

Rick: I've long considered Larry Carlton's solo on "Kid Charlemagne" and "Don't Take Me Alive" my favorites. He made "Royal Scam" great.

[@RBC2_]

Great interview. Good to have an interviewer that actually knows his stuff.

[@Jeremythemarketer]

exactly, when you're dealing with a musician of his level he can only be properly interviewed by someone in the same vein.

[@robertrohwer6965]

Ok-this is such a great interview... it's one of those that is beyond any number of "likes" received. Really, this video should be enshrined somewhere for posterity. Larry is the icon guitarist of his era, and of course, just a wonderful and fascinating human being.

[@tirepunk7367]

LC is the greatest, and my favorite, player of all time. His Steely Dan stuff is epic.

[@jimnoble1611]

I'll never forget the night I caught Larry Carlton and Robbin Ford playing together at a smallish venue here in Salt Lake City. Just an absolutely amazing night of musicianship by two the greatest guitar players out there.

[@rexyoshimoto4278]

My Gawd! I heard a bootleg of Robin Ford at the Keystone. It's only in my head, forevermore.. . wish everyone could have heard it. Live and improvised.

[@bradhardisty1652]

The Zephyr?

[@MrRichulan]

An interview like this is also interesting because Rick knows what he is talking about.

[@thomasconrad2630]

I am not a jazz guitar player, but I am a jazz guitar listener.Rick you did a great job of asking questions that made it able for Mr. Carlton to answer in a way that I felt led to an insightful way of experiencing Mr. Carltons life long processes of his personal evolution on the guitar, this was a very enjoyable " listening journey" very digestible for an outsider to the jazz world. I thank both of you!

[@savariaxa]

I love Larry Carlton his amazing contribution as a studio musician especially in the 70 ‘s is out of this world my favourite though is his playing on Third World Man from the Gaucho album 1980 he is the best so stylish great interview !

[@SwedestThing]

It wasn’t from Gaucho, it was from an earlier session (Larry says Royal Scam, Donald says Aja). It was added to Gaucho after the Second Arrangement debacle.

[@hotwireman49]

By the way, thank you for taking the time to post and add to your Channel. You have helped me very much in my quest to learn theory. Started playing at 12 , guitar that is, but had a very long hiatus picking it up again about six or seven years ago. I'm 62 years old. Loving it. Guitars are like potato chips you can't have just one

[@darrellrobinson9354]

I first heard about Larry Carlton from a Steely Dan documentary, since then I've discovered all his solo work. Session Masters is a must listen.

[@MattWarnick]

Great job Beato Man!... Larry was and is one of my all-time guitar heroes. Sweet interview... Keep up the great work!

[@sh230968]

Rick it is always educational to watch your videos. Thank you for interviewing Larry. Great man behind great music. I wish he was a regular member of some stable band and had as much money as his talent and creativity deserved.

[@charlzthehuman6550]

What a great interview! Larry changed my reality as a guitar player & musician..& what a wonderful human being too

[@dudleefing]

I love Larry Carlton ... the world loves Larry. What a phenomenal musician and man. He's inspired me more than any other guitarist!

[@andrewowensrussell]

I am amazed as I watch a genius speak to another genius and they discuss nuances and chordal inflections that only they can understand. Musical mechanics talking shop in the back of the garage at 11:30 p.m. on a warm Saturday night.

[@mikemcfadden1927]

What a wonderful interview with a master of his craft Larry Carlton. Rick I think this is your best interview yet thank you.

[@Stardust15121978]

Realy heartfelt and honest interview. Thank you for the work and effort you do Rick! A spark of inspiration you do give .

[@midnightblues717]

GREAT interview Rick! He watches your channel, how cool is that! I've been listening to Larry since his days with the Crusaders and in my book, he's the founder of "Fusion". My wife and I were lucky enough to see him several years ago and even more lucky to meet him after the show. What a kind and generous man he is. One of my all-time favorites! Thanks Rick and cheers!

[@paulconnelly4050]

Rick, thank you for bringing all these amazing interviews and breaking the music down. Larry Carlton is one of the best and this interview was fantastic.

[@MHZHellGuitar]

"If you like somethin , then eventually , it should come outta your playin" words to live by!

[@DreamPurpleFloyd]

Well at least now I know why I sound like ass...

[@andyroid5028]

It's not only fantastic to witness Rick's genuine "like a child on Christmas morning"-ish reaction to finally meeting many of his 'music idols' from his formative years, but you can also sense that these musicians respect Rick as not only a great interviewer, but they also respect him as a very knowledgeable & multi-talented musician (and music teacher) in his own right. I really do sense the admiration & respect in the room isn't just one-sided. IMHO, Rick has a real knack for nailing these interviews & I think many of these 'legends of music' seem to let their guard down a little more while being around him, as opposed to being interviewed by an actual 'music journalist'. I'm just glad that Rick is kind enough to allow the world to see these outstanding, well-produced, & informative interviews of these varied legends of music. Looking forward to seeing what other singers/musicians/bands he'll be interviewing in the years to come. *From a fellow Georgian... much appreciated, Rick!* PS: And if, by chance, you're reading this also, Mr. Larry Carlton, it really enjoyed seeing this great interview! And, like Rick stated, I (your fans) ALSO appreciate your valuable time in granting this interview. And lastly, a huge thanks from all of your fans... for all of the great musical memories you've created over the past several decades, sir!

[@Jamsterboy]

Boom!...knocked me flat out again!..brilliant interview..thank you Rick and Larry for sharing 💖

[@metallicarocks911]

I am so glad that you got to speak with Carlton personally about Kid Charlemagne... Definitely my favourite guitar solo on a record from that era. So musical, tasty, and not so busy. I find that a lot of solos are just shredding notes... It is nice to hear the notes ring out, and hear the intent and choices behind Carlton's playing. :) Such an amazing human being, and definitely one of the most prolific jazz fusion session players ever!

[@thormusique]

Thank you so much for this! Larry Carlton is the best. And all those great records! Thanks also for mentioning Hejira. I do believe that 100 years from now, that record will be viewed as one of the very best of the 20th C.

[@hmmmmm7499]

One of the best in any century. Joni Mitchell is a genius who surrounded herself with the same.

[@joe-vz6hx]

no it won't, because the people "viewing" it think rap is great music and his greatness is light years over their heads. the truly great stuff will live on, but a shrinking minority will even get why it's great

[@lancecarmel1056]

@@joe-vz6hx Set one of them down in front of a nice system, after they stop fidgeting and are alone. Ears and mind will change.

[@ralphjohns5179]

The word ‘legend’ is often applied casually these days but Larry is the real deal. Listening to him play is like falling in love with the instrument all over again! Great interview Rick 🤘

[@dbuck5350]

The "Don't Take Me Alive" guitar solo floored me the first time I heard it. My personal favorite guitar solo to hear.

[@paulriversband]

I love love love Larry's guitar work and this interview is wonderful! I wish Rick could do a second part with better audio. Love it!

[@rkoblues24]

One of my favorite albums, and I still have the LP, is "Last Nite", LC live at the Baked Potato in the mid 80s. Saw him live in Seattle several times in those years in smaller venues, bars. Great video, do more of these, Rick, for us old folk.

[@Spitaman1]

Hey Rick, thanks for Larry Carlton, you are are a lucky guy. Larry is a Legend and an excellent musician. God Bless you both, you doing a great job.

[@davidmargolis3372]

Rick thank you so much for this interview. I have listened to Larry for years and enjoyed his work immensely. Keep up the good work!

[@setecastronomy53]

What a wonderful interview! Thanks so much!

[@steelyman08]

A truly down-to-earth interview, but what a wealth of information! Thank you to both Rick & Larry. That's the first time I've ever seen the man behind the epic solos on Kid Charlemagne, etc. I've heard so many Dan Heads talking rather aloofly & condescendingly about session musicians and detail after detail within the studio between Becker & Fagen, etc. But here is the real deal (Larry Carlton) right on my screen and I sense nothing but humility & wisdom. The best of the best & yet a perfect gentleman. A pleasure to watch & listen. Thank you.

[@manurewaboy]

Love this guy been listening to him since the 70's and keep coming back! Thank you for the beautiful interview Rick.

[@tylerboley1786]

another great interview, another phenominal musician you've brought to us, thanks Rick

[@seantyler]

Man I’d love to see more interviews! This is the best music channel on YT. So much diverse content and packed full of knowledge. You’re the man Rick!

[@enchantedpassions5808]

🎸🌹Larry Carlton's Choice Of Notes/Chords Are Intricately Melodious & Awesome🌹🎸Nice Interview🎵

[@pietdv]

I’ve watched this interview over and over. So nice to hear from Larry, the nicest person I’d say. Rick, the best interview. I just missed Larry performing at the Jazz Alley in Seattle by a few days last year. I dream of seeing him play. I’m from Sydney Ausralia

[@smitskee]

Monster player. Saw him twice in the mid 70s with The Crusaders. I remember Wayne Henderson joking when he introduced Larry, saying if you’re going to break the color line, we did it with the best. Also saw Larry and Robben Ford on a double bill years later. That was also a special guitar night.

[@lynnestamey7272]

Yes! This is so true!

[@trevorwaugh1952]

Absolutely the best Rick, and Larry is the legend ...this is a treat interview Thanks from UK 🇬🇧