Tom Bahler: Quincy & Michael's Vocal Maestro

[@MattPicsET]

Not only are you a synth wizard, you’re also an impeccable host, Anthony!

[@ANSWERTHECALLOFJESUSCHRIST]

There's just something tangible but inexplicable about these videos, like this is the right time for their content to be revealed. I can't be the only one feeling this. It's like they provide a subconscious sense of relief.

[@GgWhyfye]

A large group of people on the planet have been meditating and reflecting on Michael over the past two years. His legacy and reputation is being karmically restored and resolved. Society is somewhat catching up to Michaels perspective. Social media and the internet has given normal people an inside look at fame. Super stardom isnt such an exotic idea to grasp and understand now

[@kitchrst]

I love these stories. I could listen to the two of you talk for hours. Anthony, I was drawn to you for all the synth stuff originally, but now after watching all of your videos I must say… you are a fantastic interviewer. You ask great questions, and then just let the one being interviewed talk. Can’t wait for more…

[@tonylancer7367]

I must confess, until your videos, I didn't know much about Tom Bahler, in fact, I find it quite strange as a person that loves reading the (well, has become of) the "liner notes" or credits on the Wikipedia pages of those classic albums, his name never popped out and yet, he is one of the most talented human beings I've ever seen and come across. What an incredible story. Keep them coming Anthony.

[@davidfogg1845]

love hearing Tom's stories, thank you

[@ischmidt]

These Tom Bahler interviews just get better and better. For years it's been relatively easy to hear the inside stories of my parents' music of the 60s, but only recently has there been anything comparable for 80s kids like myself.

[@Md2802]

I love the people that Anthony interviews. And how they open-up with him. You can find plenty of footage of guys-guys like David Foster and Steve Lukather sharing their stories - which I love - but it's so rare to hear from the more sensitive people involved. At least not with this level of comfort and freedom to get into the weeds. And to really understand the kind of music Quincy & Michael put out, these are the voices you need to pay the most attention to. Thanks to Anthony and his team, I think everyone who's watched this recent series of videos has fallen in love with Tom Bahler.

[@albanoclassicfamilymovies]

Tom is a national treasure. I can’t wait to hear more stories!

[@raphaeleagle]

This was great storytelling, thank you 🙏. RIP Michael , we miss you

[@MeltWithU]

One of the few channels on KZbin that I could sit and watch for six hours straight and still not be satisfied that I heard enough. Great stories, I’m sure great memories for the both of you. Really incredible.

[@GTChris]

I can not compliment you both enough on this whole series. The way this interview/story telling played out naturally and is allowed to divert into all directions, yet never once felt like I was hearing information I didn't come here to absorb. It all shows how two people can share a passion, while being different, and with integrity compliment each other presence from beginning to end. From the straightforwardness when you both seem to disagree, to the respect shown for the others recollection of events. All while staying true to your your own experience, is something I admire. I started off taking notes as a musician and I ended up taking notes on the side on how to be a story teller, a listener as well as a dignified human being. I can not recommend these episodes enough to people around me who are interested in memoires from that time and that space in music history. In this age of male driven podcasts and interviews it's surprising to find such high quality content. Can not wait for more!

[@themotownboy1]

What great stories! Thank you Anthony and Tom!! Tom arranged for Diana Ross and also sang back up on her version of "I Won't Last A Day Without You" from her " Touch Me In The Morning" album. It would be great to get a career retrospective with Tom where he shares his experiences with all the artists he has worked with.🙂

[@lartisan6274]

wow so emotional

[@michellemarchiano9878]

This is an incredible story that everyone should hear. Michael was an angel on Earth. ❤

[@jimlemons9231]

Excellent history in storyteller form!! Thanks, Anthony, for sharing and hosting this.

[@inertGas23562]

Listening to these stories your documenting is an honour - amazing

[@kcaparotta]

What a remarkable talent Tom is, not only as a songwriter and vocal arranger, but as a primary source for so many important moments in music. Kudos to you, Anthony, for having the vision to help Tom share these astounding anecdotes.

[@MikkelGrumBovin]

I bow in your shadow , mr.Marinelli , - Its such a treat to be the proverbial fly on the wall , in these excellent interviews , you are making . I learn from the best - i learn from you , sir ,-

[@hansdampf4923]

It's so interesting to hear these inside stories. That makes the whole music more understandable. You get a feeling for how much work and talent from everyone involved (performer, songwriter, producer, musician, sound engineer and so on) is behind all of these iconic compositions...the effort that went into creating these masterpieces. I am grateful to you for these insights! ...and I am grateful that I was born into this time and was able to experience this music (thank God also live)! Greetings from Germany!

[@charlieramella2886]

Tom, forever the best singer, for many artists in the past decades, and the best teacher of famous artists in the modern decades.

[@kingdommelodies]

Congratulations Anthony, you just have overtaken me in the subscribers count . . . 👍👍

[@Smartie1B]

Beautiful stories! You make us feel like we were there. Thank you so much!

[@yungtown]

The history and the value in these interviews and synth breakdowns are incredible. Thank you for using your time and resources for preserving musical history through these stories.

[@djceejaay]

I really wasnt aware of the genius of Tom Bahler until about four years ago, when I first thought of the concept of my podcast, which I ended up beginning in December 2022. There's no doubt that he is one of the greatest vocalists arrangers ever! MR. MARINELLI! YOUR CONTENT has taught me so much about the music of our generation, Mahalo!

[@robertohoyos1734]

Thank for explains the answering service how that worked back then. Loving all the details! Great interview chops Anthony!

[@blueg8731]

Can't help watching these videos... Can't help it if I wanted to Wouldn't help it even if I could Can't help it if I wanted to Wouldn't help it noooooo :)

[@91splash]

This is one of the best channels on KZbin. These stories and knowledge that you're passing down is amazing and I love watching all your videos

[@danpeltier1354]

keep at it you too i love it thank you.

[@TF242]

You’re such a great interviewer Anthony

[@dghazd5862]

So incredible and emotional to listen to you guys. Thank you.

[@WoodworkerDon]

Very touching stories.....again. 👏👏👏 Please keep them coming. Thanks! 🎵👍

[@ronpdf2084]

I am in Brazil. I am loving your videos. great idea interview the musicians from Michael's time

[@musicsoulcreation]

Love this. wonderful stories .

[@waynepayne864]

i think youre doing important work documenting stories of what happened in major label records back in those days. to us younger ppl who make music in our little rooms, we're somewhat flooded with behind the scenes of digital era music (a lot of which is wrong or snake oil), the older stuff where you cant simply share a screen and have to get a real person to write stuff down instead of just clicking a midi piano roll.... it's a total black box. like i didnt even know how many ppl worked on these records until recently, nonetheless the skillsets my god the nerdy stuff is what im here for, but humanizing part of...like... that older model of deifying artists is something you have a great talent for in addition to the synths.

[@rosalindwebb7729]

Fabulous thank you for sharing.❤

[@user-uq5qw1fk3d]

Beautiful stories!

[@Koolade]

So good! Thanks so much guys!

[@Rico_Suave_]

good memories

[@Clupea101]

Awsome stuff, what an insight

[@ReginatorNet]

Amazing video! Thank you so much for sharing Tom's stories!

[@WeHoBo]

Did he just say the Jackson brothers didn’t sing in tune?!

[@bruzm.1737]

Please be more of these videos! Please!

[@danielesignoriello485]

So beautiful.

[@CrisBlyth]

This.. IS INCREDIBLE... I'm SO happy to be watching this. :) I'm supposed to be editing.... totally watching this instead.

[@cactus-wren]

I forgot to reply to this video! Great video, always makes me happy to watch you guys, I could watch you guys talking for hours, very insightful! Very nice, have a nice day Anthony! So officially I'm your fan, haha!

[@CopenhagenCollabo]

Hi Anthony Thanks for great content I really love all the stories and stuff you put up on this channel..❤ Copenhagen supports

[@D.nada_47]

These are great stories, keep up the great work!

[@Swat-ed5bt]

Great show ❤

[@Esperluet]

Rappers never talk about their memories, know why.

[@stonecoldpes6]

Great stories man

[@KingMJForeverAndEver]

💗💗💗

[@187onasimp]

WOW!

[@PJ....]

… Miss’n Bubbles 🐒 in the 👍🏽 💅 …

[@Guitarisalways]

❤️👌🎉

[@therogueinventor]

How did you get sold on synths? After seeing several of your shows it went from 1 to 11 and have others on orders on per-order, how do you feel on the vst's vs hardware? Are they any good?

[@Fallingmonsters]

He has a very good video addressing these questions

[@daanfischer5452]

3:57 i dont understand Quincy said you are not white, but.. he is white ? 🫣 i dont get it someone explain

[@amaderuelo]

I believe he really thought Tommy was black and got so surprised that made a joke to him.

[@JH-lo9ut]

Got the same impression. Quincy had heard his work and assumed he was black. Same when he started working with Motown, they put out an ad for a "black vocal arranger". Tommy showed up and gave them a tape, proving he was. The point being, he could arrange black vocalists. True story? I don't know. Obviously, Tom won the trust of many great African American artists and producers, so I have no reason to believe anything else.

[@brynolf11]

That guy is not white?

[@martinmarheinecke7677]

In the end, skin color is a less important characteristic - Tom makes black music, he understands black musicians, he lives and loves black culture, and at some point a black producer like Quincy didn't care that Tom didn't have black skin, he wasn't white to him. It's a matter of culture - and there are no human races anyway.

[@juandenz2008]

@@martinmarheinecke7677 That might all be true, but the way it was phrased in the anecdote was a bit odd. Like Quincy was expecting a white person, and there was some other ethnicity that arrived at his door.

[@a.c.7501]

I'd say Tommy's inflection was not right. it was probably more like Quincy's way of saying, "you can't be serious".