Tony Levin on Beat Tour Rehearsals

[@Zoombeanie132]

Levin is a living legend. In awe of this man's contribution to music!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Endless

[@zenhighwayman]

certain people have a vibe that suggests they deserve the success.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Tony is a total pro.

[@GuitarSoloReactions]

What a cool and amazing person.

[@winterphoenix09]

Tony has been a hero of mine forever. Seen him play with Crimson and Peter Gabriel, he’s a bass legend. When I heard no Fripp I was kinda spooked, but according to Fripp himself, he said he totally encourages the project. Sooo, bought the tickets. I’m there Tony!

[@davidofpiano423]

I simply cannot believe he's nearly 80 years old. Saw the first BEAT concert in SJ last week and it was pure bliss. They sound so locked in, it's insane.

[@LarsonGuitarPlayer]

Nearly eighty, but not old. I've met people in their fifties or sixties that seems older than him. Gives me hope.

[@sam_uelson]

Pretty ballsy do be doing a bus tour at age 80. Much respect to you, Mr levin

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Right?! I can’t imagine.

[@colinburroughs9871]

with a little good luck and not focusing too much on that, hopefully it all goes well

[@yournamehere6719]

Yeah, but On The Road! Think of the groupies!

[@Fervillasmil]

Thank all gods for T Levin. What a source of joy in Music he is. All the love to Papa Bear.

[@nicholasrella6904]

Tony might just be the greatest performer I've ever seen live. The man has a stage presence that's unmatched. There's just something magical about his live energy. Tony Levin puts on such a great show. Very few have impressed me the way Levin has. For me, seeing Tony play is right up there with Holdsworth. My only regret in life is never seeing Bruford live. None of my friends ever wanted to see Eathworks with me & I didn't want to go alone. I should've just went by myself. I've since learned my lesson & try not to miss a great show, even if it means going alone.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

I hate thinking back to shows I should have seen. Fact of life, I guess.

[@ajones957]

Saw Broof and Levin live with ABWH in Philly. It was AWESOME...

[@michaelvaladez6570]

Sometimes going alone is a awesome time !

[@nicholasrella6904]

It sure is. I never let going alone stop me anymore. I've met so many cool people that way.

[@matthewleclair6817]

Absolutely

[@jigsaw6246]

Have tickets to see Beat on 9/18 in Phoenix, have seen Adrian and Tony multiple times but this will be special with Steve Vai and Danny Carey, can't wait

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Hey, me too! See you there? Look for me and say hi.

[@jonathonmcmillan9410]

I'm taking my son to the Phoenix show from Albuquerque. There was no ABQ show on the schedule (now in December) when I bought the tickets, but that's ok. It'll be a fast and fun trip. I saw Adrian, Tony, and Danny in 2011 in a small club in Santa Fe. They were doing a US van tour - literally 2 Ford passenger vans - which was just amazing to me given their global statures. Really looking forward to the addition of Vai!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

@jonathonmcmillan9410 Come say hi! I’ll be there with my mom and son

[@casimsalabim]

pleeeeeeeeeas come to Europe!

[@gringochucha]

The fact that we‘re missing out on this historic tour is absolutely tragic 😢

[@drprick7432]

My favorite bass player of all time! And super nice guy. He came out and hung out with the crowd in line to see one of his shows in Seattle. Just chatting it up with fans! So glad I could see him in various bands!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Tony can be very friendly, that's for sure!

[@9642SM7]

These interviews working up to the tour are having me looking forward to this show even more. Maybe a Danny and/or Adrian interview?

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

In the works….

[@craiganderson6880]

World class player and gentleman

[@vinnydauria9023]

what a gem this guy is.. he looks fantastic for approaching 80.. I am going to see this in AC for sure..

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

He really hasn't lost his abilities on the bass, either, unlike some other elderly musicians

[@theworldaccordingto4555]

I was lucky to meet Tony a few years ago and what a real gentleman he is. I can't praise him enough, a great musician and a great human being. He is such a modest man. Wish I could come to the US to see this BEAT tour. It's gonna be great even if it is just a little different sounding from the 1980's tours. I'm jealous of all those who get to see this tour, damn it, you lucky lucky people. ;-) I can only hope that for fans unable to go to the USA, that it is filmed and recorded as a consolation prize for all of us to see/listen.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Where do you live?

[@zenzenzen4741]

What a nice guy, met him in Boston once shook his hand

[@newellbate]

Tony. ! Great to hear you

[@reidwhitton6248]

Thanks, Anthony! I went to see the Stick Men at the end of July and I loved their original music. The level of touring that Tony is maintaining at his age is incredible. This should be an historic tour. I hope they do decide to document these performances with a professional quality audio/video product if it's possible.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

From what I've seen and heard, that is the plan!

[@N1IA-4]

Looking forward to the Clearwater FL show later this month. Got my tickets!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Sweeeeet

[@Four4For4]

Such a nice and humble musical legend. Great interview!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Thanks!

[@paulauksztulewicz7381]

The new Levin album is outstanding! Both my wife and I adore the track "Fire Cross the Sky". The stick and Tony's poetic lyrics are a work of art!

[@stephenv6054]

Thank you Tony for your warmth and dedication to some of the best inspiration that has entered my life. Also your voice and cadence reminds me of my Uncle who was a fan too🥰

[@9Universe757]

Great to see an interview with Tony. Thanks for posting.

[@chrisarnold3553]

Awesome. Hoping they are coming to the UK soon. Belew/Crimson was a major influence on our music. (Chris, The Perrinormal)

[@davel.9467]

Tony is the coolest dude.

[@rvrijen]

Beat tour please come to Europe!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

I really hope so!

[@escargotomy]

This guy is the real deal. Saw him first on the NYC Pier with Crimson in about '82 or '83 when I was still in high school and was just mesmerized. I've seen him perform at least 10 times over the last 40 years with Gabriel, Crimson, LTE, and a totally random time when me and a couple friends decided to see Peter Frampton an hour before showtime. My jaw dropped to see him there on stage. Biggest disappointment was him not being there for the 2 ABWH shows I had tickets for in my area. That really sucked. But the Gabriel shows have always made up for that thankfully.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Man, that's awesome you have so much history with him

[@fariamario]

I attended the Fort Lauderdale Beat concert last night. It was impressive. It was probably the most technical show I have ever attended. What a fantastic bunch of musicians.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Really amazing show. Glad you enjoyed it

[@brentheathersimons7042]

Such an amazing and humble artist! Tony is simply amazing! 😀

[@benbarletta2927]

I can't wait to see this show! Tony is AMAZING!!

[@janewells5970]

Feels like I’ve waited my entire life for this moment! So excited!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Yay! Thank you!

[@DarkeningSkies1]

Tony is, in an overused phrase perhaps, a class act.

[@donaldanderson6604]

First heard Tony with Peter Gabriel at Hammersmith Odeon in 78. And many times with KC. Please come to the UK soon.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Lucky you!

[@jackielinn3079]

He, they ALL were incredible!!!!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Agreed!

[@snjsilvan]

Love you, Uncle Tony!

[@roberttarrh3969]

Yes, yet would you love him with Rain-Bow Sprinkles on top?

[@snjsilvan]

@@roberttarrh3969 I prefer bald to that, but sure.

[@spiritstovelit72]

,luckily there isn't another show like this. Keep it comin'

[@Squirrelconga]

He looks extremely healthy and happy!

[@bill_AZ]

Fun update! Cool to see Thomas Nordegg behind Steve's rig in one of the still pix. He'd be a great interview (if you haven't already)!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

He would be fun! I've spent several hours with Thomas, including time at his apartment. Fascinating guy.

[@Sludgepump]

Just checked out Tony's photos on his website. Excellent! Thanks for doing that Tony. Really great to see what the band is up to as you all approach the Vancouver, Nov 25th show! Really jazzed about seeing you guys there.

[@willemniehorster9836]

Tony is amazing, mad respect!!!

[@theinfinitelyexpandingartist]

I can't wait for the tour to kick off, I'm still super hyped. Vai & Carey + OG Crimson members playing Crimson is what the world needs right now but doesn't deserve

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

For sure! I saw some rehearsal footage yesterday and it's awesome

[@paulauksztulewicz4803]

Just preordered Tony’s new album. Can’t wait!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

It’s really good. I prefer side B. Full interview coming soon.

[@HomeOnTheRange]

Steve is funny. Tony is awesome. Hello from Bass Frontiers 30 years later.

[@RichardFriendartist]

awesome interview and the diary is going to be amazing!! Seeing Tony in San Diego for I believe show #1!

[@marcofuentes2975]

Have VIP tickets to see them in Dallas. I Saw Levin with Peter Gabriel and was blown away, can't wait to see him play King Crimson

[@simonbernal3934]

I was lucky enough to have seen the original Beat lineup at Hammersmith Palais 1982/3? Incredible I’ll never forget it- the power of the rhythm section and the soaring leads of Belew / Fripp

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

I can't even imagine. Wish I could have been there

[@TMZR248]

Love Tony Levin.

[@sharonbaker3007]

Oooh nice! Lovely pics too? Thank you so much for answering my questions!💙

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

No problem 😊

[@bingefeller]

Thank you for this. Is this part of a longer interview? I love hearing Tony speak, I could listen to him for hours.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

It is. I need to edit the rest of the conversation. Club Weird members have access to the whole thing for now.

[@JuanEspinosaLunaMGA2023]

esperemos que saquen un disco ya sea en vivo o un nuevo material

[@nicholasrella6904]

They've added more dates to the tour in case anyone hasn't checked lately. New show added in Brooklyn. Us weirdos in NY have the opportunity to see them twice! The Beacon is a great place to see Crim. The acoustics are amazing.

[@PooNinja]

It’s getting closer to launch!!!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Turbines to speed!

[@matthewleclair6817]

SUCH A SPECIAL PLAYER

[@BeatlesBowieKrimson]

Super-fantastic interview, questions, and answers! I love Tony's musicianship. Thanks for posting.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Thanks! I just posted the rest of this interview today

[@markmorgenstern]

lovely. thank you for this.

[@Belquer]

Such a good vibe, outstanding talent and kindness!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

I agree. I think the mood was good that morning.

[@mrbunngle3866]

Cannot wait for that tour to get here next month

[@MikkelGrumBovin]

i love that man to bits,-

[@orchestratedpassage9468]

December in San Antonio will be a good time to visit...

[@Z-eb]

I wonder if they will play the show (s) in the vein of the LIVE 81-84 adding "Red" and "Larks Part II" in their setlist !!!!! AND COME TO NORWAY Please !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

I think they’ll do Europe in 2025

[@Z-eb]

@@MakeWeirdMusic Fantastic !!!!!! Ive never seen Crimson Live, only a Bruford/Bortslap concert, It was amazing, i had about 30 LPs with me, Bill said so lovely to me "I`ll sign 6 of them" (I managed to get 8 ones signed ;)))))))))

[@JuanEspinosaLunaMGA2023]

hi, saludos from México

[@Bob-of-Zoid]

Tony is just toooooooooo cooooooooooooooool! I can't wait to hear these cats play soon! I can only imagine it being really good ar candy with this lineup.🥳🥳

[@gingergeezer3685]

Big Love for T-Lev!

[@emolovetree]

Assuming the stage plot is the same as the 80s lineup I'll be front row on Tony's side. Extremely excited

[@davidsummerville351]

Looking forward to this. Get the a/c fixed on that bus! 😁😎🤓

[@lubernaut]

very excited for this!

[@MrRicardobarata]

Please come to Porto Alegre, Brazil?😊

[@MultiMikey81]

Tonys looking great ' what a musician 😮 Wish they could bring the beat project to the uk

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

I really hope they do, too

[@callingchristiano]

Top Bass Player !! A Real One !!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

100%

[@findJLF]

Excellent :). Great interview and good questions from the audience , well done all.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@michaelgrossman5913]

Hi Anthony! Hope all is well. Good things come to those who wait. I have great seats to see Beat at the show that was added at Kings Theater in Brooklyn. I saved over $200.00 and don't have to go to the dreaded Beacon. Fracture a leg at Moon June!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Awesome!! Have a great time, Michael

[@myprogrockshow3025]

See you in December Tony!

[@spiderbass65]

See you in Boston! I bootlegged you there in ‘84 ( don’t tell Robert) sitting right beside Tony’s parents. Best live show I’ve ever seen.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Funny how they hate bootlegs when they’re happening but decades later the bootlegs are valuable

[@spiderbass65]

@@MakeWeirdMusic Haha! Exactly! Mine’s pretty muddy but a nice little keepsake.

[@TheWickerMan1981]

Killer tour

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Totally agree. I loved it.

[@jimiwills6226]

Pleeeeze offer a night of live stream or DVD!!! Pleeeeze! 😊

[@nicholasrella6904]

Crimson with zero British accents. What a world we're living in.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Still lots of notes though. Haha

[@nicholasrella6904]

All the notes & then some.

[@stuartwaby3081]

Yes but it's not Crimson without Robert 😊

[@danburnes722]

Interesting, much like the new Yes with Jon Anderson… all New York accents but Jon

[@Musician_Robert]

@@stuartwaby3081or Bill.

[@ChrisHorror85]

TL is number one man!

[@TheRealTomWendel]

Thanks, Anthony! I’m sure you’re as excited about experiencing these performances as the rest of us. Assume that you’ll be at the Celebrity Theater. Are you going to get to see more than one performance?

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Thanks, Tom! I will be at Celebrity. Come say hi. Might also see the Tucson show in December.

[@TheRealTomWendel]

@@MakeWeirdMusic We met at the Stick Men show at the Rhythm Room. I picked up “Failure to Fracture” and found it fun to read. The publisher, who I met at the show, did a fantastic job of putting together a visually beautiful presentation. You pointed Pat Mastelotto out to me, and he and I subsequently had a chat about his start in Chico and some of the great NorCal music venues including Harlowe’s in Sacramento where I had enjoyed the “Three of a Perfect Trio” program with Adrian, Tony, and their respective bands.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Oh awesome! Sorry, I only see usernames and small avatar pictures in this youtube comment feed. See you next week

[@tone9930]

Wow, thx!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Welcome!

[@Jath2112]

That's a very young "almost 80" holy shit. It's... no surprise I guess.... but it is also a surprise.

[@davelanciani-dimaensionx]

Just looked at Tony's first pictures from the Beat Road Diary - looks like they are practicing at Vai's Studio, The Harmony Hut. What a great setup. I'd love to go, but most of the tickets in the New England area are gone (or VERY Expensive at this point).

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Totally understandable. Maybe something will pop up

[@robertforman3494]

I paid for the expensive seats. Saw them in Napa. Sooooo worth it!

[@beta14ok]

Press the vinyl please. Nice rapid-fire Q&A. I'm a big fan Tony! Keep it true, keep it beat.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Full interview coming soon.

[@pytski4345]

God I love this man.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

He loves you too. He told me. :D

[@pytski4345]

@@MakeWeirdMusic 😀

[@JimmyInKona]

I'd love to be able to make it to this tour...but living in Hawaii makes it kinda hard...hope we get some good quality audio and/or video from the shows!

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

I know they are filming stuff already. I think it'll be well documented.

[@mke35]

T-Lev - one of the first bloggers ever. I followed his Papa Bear site for years

[@mj_7777]

Please come to brazil

[@sveinunglidsheim5828]

After all these years, i'm still waiting for Word Diary part 2....

[@davidwatkinson1226]

A true master

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Yes. He is the best.

[@agsmith001]

wow Tony looks great! such an inspiration!

[@damorgan2000]

hey Alan

[@agsmith001]

@@damorgan2000 fancy seeing you here!

[@daviddevilliers2828]

Come in Europe please

[@areyouserius1]

🤙

[@peteytwofinger]

we are so blessed for this tour . PLEASE tell me there will be a dvd , PLEASE ! i do have a ticket , but i just never imagined i would see SV and AB sharing the stage playing KC music ... its just the darndest thing i say

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Tony answers that at the end. In short: they don’t know yet.

[@exeuropean]

when are they playing in Europe?

[@moon_pan_]

🤟🏻

[@terrat3048]

Tony Levin always seemed to me like the Bass Overlord.

[@yournamehere6719]

Sounds like a Zappa tour prep: they are learning everything from all 3 albums and more, so who knows what the set lists will be? different every night? Hope they can get the A/C fixed on that bus...

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

Hahaha, well there's only so much material to cover. Maybe they'll write something new, too?

[@brandon1351]

Tony Levin doesn’t age, he’ll still look the same when he’s 110 😂 He’ll be spoken about decades after he passes just like Jeff Porcaro

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

He doesn't age, he evolves. :)

[@brandon1351]

@@MakeWeirdMusic love it 😆

[@wahid-lg1kk]

Only questions from people? The X'rln want to know if they will play the Mud Beach Festival on Fomalhaut IX. They will be paid in six g'rrls of the metal of their choice.

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

You don’t have to be human to join club weird and ask questions. Just need a credit card.

[@OlivvYeah]

Will there be a VAInyl? 😂