Tony Visconti on David Bowie's Berlin Trilogy, The Harmonizer and More | Red Bull Music Academy

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[@kikeheebchinkjigaboo6631]

Genocide of Beauty: CULTURAL MARXISM IN THE ARTS

[@marypartridge5154]

Takes me back to Norfolk where as a young teenager I,met Roy Thomas Baker. And he took me to London and I remember he was a terrible driver. And he spoke about Marc Bolan. Roy went onto be with Queen.

[@seanpages__]

This is how you interview a legend! Let them talk and be chill.

[@Zobin211]

Great point Sean. The hallmark of a great interviewer is that they LISTEN and let the guest do the talking. This host was incredible. He never cut off Mr. Visconti or attempted to steer this interview in any particular way. And then, when he did ask his questions, they were always really good ones that compelled very deep and lengthy answers. Of course it certainly helped that Tony was very open to sharing his thoughts and was quite articulate. But, yes, this is how interviews should go.

[@michellem.winstanley-south243]

This gentleman is an absolutely brilliant human being whose contribution to music is unsurpassed. He is truly a gift and a light in this world! Bravo Mr. Visconti!!!

[@jamiecalder2093]

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[@Servoboy]

Totally agree , I buy music I like and often over the years I've bought Music and its been Tony who's produced it. It makes me feel there is a relationship with his production that I like. Two examples were Evil Spirits the Damned and Good , The Bad and The Queen - Merry Land. On buying them found out Tony Produced.

[@sandrabecht4489]

Interviewer did a good job by not interrupting👍🇩🇪

[@cyclesgoff9768]

I must say that young chap handled the interview really well.

[@mightyV444]

Oh yes! Much better than Trevor Horn's interviewer!

[@topofthemornintoya]

He was leaps and bounds above the other RBMA interviewers

[@Halfagrapefruit]

What’s his (the interviewer) name?

[@ianturton4976]

Anybody remember that MTV kid that was a total asshole and probably the most disrespectful, ignorant idiot interviewer ever?

[@viennagramophone3103]

@@Halfagrapefruit Benji B

[@johnhenni2808]

I love how he speaks about Marc Bolan, always very respectfully.

[@tinabolesful5184]

African Night Flight is my favourite David Bowie song of all time. Loved that story

[@Zobin211]

I smiled when Visconti asked that the host play "African Night Flight" as the Lodger track. Incredible song off an astonishing album.

[@dimitreze]

great guy, great interview I just can't get enough of it

[@Zobin211]

This was a fantastic interview. As a huge Bowie fan I, of course, have known about Visconti for years and have always valued his contribution to Bowie's catalog, but I learned a LOT more about Tony's other projects from this program and that was wonderful.

[@atlantaguitar9689]

I think Tony is too modest here but he is a class act in my opinion. His contributions to both Bolan and Bowie were much more than most people realize.

[@jessica5497]

Lol this reminds me of that parody "It is on KZbin" an animation of Tony saying "producer tony Visconti, doing more than people think"

[@stevetobin7495]

And lizzy

[@johnmchugh8049]

Tony is a genius

[@inranglhood60]

And McCartney

[@Servoboy]

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[@GoDamnWeird]

I have to say that the only way anyone could dislike this is if they have no idea what they're watching and no appreciation for music. Thank you Tony Visconti, you were an influence on the development of my ears and helped broaden my musical horizons long before I knew who you were. Credit where it is due, man. Amazing to hear you explain your process. Truly one of the Greats.

[@johnhenni2808]

Tony Visconti is such a brilliant man and is so generous in how he talks about all the great musicians he worked with.

[@todd3205]

This gentleman speaks of the music and musicians that were our life. Phenomenal.

[@cmjones83]

That photo of Siouxsie Sioux, Bob Geldof and Phil Lynott! What a party that must have been.

[@joegombold]

Great interview! These 2 hours just flew... Thanks Mr. Visconti for sharing all that and for the great contribution to music.

[@Servoboy]

A must watch for Marc and David Fans. Tony is relaxed and talks from the heart. As always. Lovely man.

[@Nomo_Popo]

Legend. I like his attitude and lack of hubris. Any wannabe-producers should see him as the template.

[@christineharrelson4831]

This was fantastic. How anyone could put a thumbs down I do not know. Listening to the methods of making music as well as the side stories was so fascinating. Thank you for the upload!

[@chopsueykungfu]

Brian Eno says the Berlin trilogy is 1) The Idiot by Iggy Pop 2) Low by Bowie and 3) Heroes by Bowie. Bowie produced The Idiot, Tony Visconti produced Low and Heroes. All three were created in and around Berlin. Lodger was made in NY and Switzerland, and often thought to be part of the 'Berlin trilogy'.

[@hazelwray5307]

Brian Eno said that Tony doesn't get enough credit for those ('Berlin') albums; that he was able to distil and shape a lot of disparate information.

[@slaterslater5944]

@@hazelwray5307 Tony says Tony doesn't get enough credit too ;-)

[@CormacFourteen]

But The Idiot was recorded in France, finished off in Munich, and mixed at Hansa in West Berlin (although not the same Hansa studio as Heroes was recorded in). Low was mostly recorded in France at the same studio as The Idiot, and finished off at the same Hansa studio. So I am not sure of Eno’s logic. I believe Iggy Pop’s Lust for Life was entirely recorded in West Berlin so that would make a better candidate.

[@versioncity1]

I love these sort of talks where people talk about their 'craft'. Wether you write, paint, play music, make films, etc etc, you can always learn something from people like this and bring it into what you do.

[@gpeddino]

Amazing interview. Tony is such a graceful and charming person. Not to mention his outstanding talents.

[@girlinagale]

Frickin copyright, this is important historical documentary, I want to hear the music.

[@Dave_Sisson]

When they cut some music, I stopped the video, opened another KZbin window and listened to the track he mentioned, before resuming this video.

[@girlinagale]

@@Dave_Sisson Yes, working for ourselves. It never stops.

[@myaphextwin807]

@@Dave_Sissonreally? A lot of effort if you already now the songs.

[@yragnellaable]

Excellent interview. I'm embarrassed to say I always thought Eno produced those Berlin albums . Visconti is a true gentleman.

[@twkotb]

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[@TheBrightjay]

A good watch on lockdown Nice way to pass time

[@bouffantmoose]

And again, now! 10 months later

[@marypartridge5154]

Ive found this often, the more talented they are the more they are modest. And this is Tony, such a natural genuine guy. I can see why David Bowie would love him.

[@zambrota55]

It's hard to believe how few people saw this interview. How lucky I am to have been exposed to this ... Tony has always been one of the greatest and ... humble ... to see what records he produced ... just as important as George Martin .... at least

[@niksanike6583]

Because today peoples are ignorant pricks.

[@jackiesmith1085]

Really a genius producer

[@broncodeviltexas]

Bang a Gong and Heroes. OMG. Thanks Tony.

[@ivannio5836]

Absolutely as I said 100s of times to myself "Scary Monsters is Bowies Sgt. Peppers!" Bravo Tony Visconti for saying it loud ;) Great interview by the way. Thank you :)

[@stevenmcgihon3278]

Does Mr. Visconti discuss lyrical content and dramatic overview of the 3 albums? Or is his review all of the innovative music. Tony deserves Rock Hall status.

[@bluntsafety]

Art Decade (a pun on street names) is the one that turned my world around, and around. The idea of something expanding opened me up. I play it on my Yamaha organ. Sounds great!

[@johnnyhartley4330]

I wonder if it is a play on words, maybe Art Decayed?

[@ericmalone3213]

"There's something else going on besides The Beatles... That was George Martin." And it was also, very significantly, Geoff Emerick.

[@PontusWittenmark]

The guy doing the interview is also really good - all the right questions, and at the right time.

[@sspbrazil]

The photo of Phil Collins that Tony couldn’t remember the session is from the Argent album “Counterpoints”, Phil played drums on the album filling in for Argent’s regular drummer Bob Henrit who was ill. I’m glad he talked bout Gentle Giant, but I also wish he would have talked about The Strawbs, he produced 4 of their albums. “The Man Who Sold The World” is one of my favorite albums as are “Scary Monsters” and “Lodger”.

[@oskarklang8616]

Tony is a legend.Very humble and clever man.

[@Alun49]

'Low' turned me on to Bowie and Eno. A landmark album and completely unique.

[@tyronerodgers]

Amazing anecdotes! What a guy! Love his stories!

[@twisttrax]

Bolan was my hero and biggest influence on my life so thank you tony. It must have been so exciting. I loved Bowie too so i have so much respect for you!

[@stevenmcgihon3278]

Dear Mr. Visconti, It took me "Blackstar", to figure out some things on on "Low", "Heroes", and "Lodger", which helped me understand "Alladin Sane". And understanding "Scary Monsters", helped me understand everything else. Was David a Time Traveler?

[@nickybedo7455]

I love Tony's New York accent, fantastic interview!!!

[@buckleygeneration]

Wonderful interview. This is a minor thing, but I love Tony’s accent. You can really tell how much time he’s spent in Britain.

[@todd3205]

This is a gem.

[@mitfreundlichengrussen1234]

So effed up to cut out the music - pure sign that the music industry is completely rotten. Thanks, Mr. Visconti for trying to share.

[@ericjourdain892]

The bright side of Visconti.

[@twisttrax]

A very interesting and absorbing interview!

[@Bawookles]

Love both Bowie and Gentle Giant, glad they got a shout out at 1:41:47

[@stevenfielden8955]

The man with the golden eardrums..

[@hamsterbass123]

youtube gem right here fellas

[@fistsup5700]

I would loved to seen Tony work in the studio after this talk. I would be amazing to see him work.

[@almo2001]

I love his work with The Moody Blues.

[@robertiaccarino4363]

Classy guy; much respect to T. V.

[@JuanJLopez-ge7vi]

One of the best lectures!

[@ludwigbagin]

What a great interview!

[@thomasraven]

Why cut out even the alternate music tracks? So frustrating to watch this great interview with the music removed.

[@SungazerDNB]

It's because copyright law is completely fucked.

[@linden5165]

I paused and listened in another tab.

[@gandalfshakur8235]

Before his remix, Lodger was my least fave 70s Bowie album. After the remix, in my Bowie Top 3. You can find the whole remixed album here on YT.

[@MegaSickcat]

Totally enjoyed listening to Tony...So informative and knowledgeable...Too bad the audience seemed to be sleeping...

[@tarynmcnamara6006]

He's from one of my old neighborhoods, Dyker Heights, Brooklyn!!

[@johnmchugh8049]

Tony is amazing

[@rawspaghetti9185]

Thank you very much , amazing interview

[@dafyddil]

To have done the things he's done and seen what he's seen. WOW

[@nummernein]

What a great interview. Cheers!

[@thevonlmo5906]

This interview is a terrific companion piece to his autobiography. However if you read his book, have Utube on standby as he mentions a ton of artists that he was involved with over the decades.

[@tarynmcnamara6006]

Live and direct straight from one of my neighborhoods, Dyker Heights, Brooklyn New York!!!🌉🌃

[@jiggersotoole7823]

17:00 courageous recording

[@spelf]

What a fascinating interview 👌👌

[@ZINCOVIX8754]

Brilliant interview.

[@gary.solexa]

Very cool and dignified guy, and great interview overall.

[@patordie]

someone get this man some water for the love of god

[@festersuncle6298]

I was listening to Station to Station while watching this. Hey Tony, you made it!!!!

[@iantaylor5911]

Tony didn't produce Station to Station. That was Bowie/Harry Maslin.

[@festersuncle6298]

@@iantaylor5911 Thought TV was involved? But uncredited.....idk.

[@iantaylor5911]

@@festersuncle6298 My understanding is that he had other commitments and so wasn't involved. I've seen him quoted as saying it was his favourite Bowie album that he hadn't produced. Anyhow, a great album and in my top three along with Hunky Dory and Heroes.

[@stephenbrown7545]

@@iantaylor5911 Bowie barely remembers recording Station to Station.

[@sadderthanyou7793]

All this mighty talk and he's crushing the dynamic range of his masterings like an amateur. His recent remasters of the Bowie albums are horrible.

[@LlewynDaviesTheThird]

great interview

[@DjangoThunders]

The man the myth the legend!!!!!

[@telsutton]

Klein and Hummel OY monitors @1hr34mins... bagged some for £20 two years ago. Incredible.

[@Johnnywhamo]

Is there anything Red Bull doesnt get their greedy claws into? Seriously, when I think of music I think Red Bull.

[@graaarm]

Married Mary Hopkin and May Pang. What a legend!!

[@samsquid65]

Fantastic!

[@clausm2203]

Great interview

[@dela4153]

whats with the weird rubber bands on the sofa?

[@robbiepeterh]

The records may say David Bowie on the cover, but really it should read Bowie, Eno and Visconti ✌🏼

[@idicusmax]

My favourite Producer of all time.... on my bucket list is; to hire Tony to do a record.

[@djsjjd15]

From this video, I learned that if I'm tasked with making a set "cool" ("Extreme"?) enough for Redbull and all I have is a bland, dirty, old, gray couch, I can just wrap some hot neon straps around the cushions and I'm in business... Also, if the armrests happen to be so dirty that you don't want the artists' clothes to get anywhere near them, just grab some bar mats in a complementary cool/Extreme color, put under said straps, then paint audience chairs in the entire hot neon palette and people won't even notice.

[@Dave_Sisson]

After seeing this video, I'm about to head out to buy some electric blue tape to brighten up the old beige couch in my living room.

[@bigneon_glitter]

Bootsy Collins in the audience? Mindblowing. Great conversation.

[@niksanike6583]

Bowie was true gent and Visconti is true gent to

[@peteriuliano5846]

Did Tony Produce BOWIE Prior To The Berlin Saga? Like Earlier Records Going Back To 1970-1973?

[@freyafarmer7789]

Yeah, their relationship dates right back to Bowie's very early days with Space Oddity

[@hazelwray5307]

Not, Hunky Dory; "Ziggy"; Aladdin Sane; Pin ups.

[@ericcrawford9827]

Sometimes the past catches up with you, sometimes it kicks you in the teeth. x

[@AlfredoRoccia]

Does someone know for which other record, apart from Band on the run, Visconti and McCartney collaborated with? That picture seems to be more recent than the 70s...

[@twkotb]

Press To Play album 1986, Tony is credited for orchestral arrangements

[@AlfredoRoccia]

@@twkotb thank you!!

[@Nomo_Popo]

Imagine being 22 and moving to London in 1967 OMFG

[@milesdufourny4813]

All I want to know is why Michael Rother wasn't asked to play on any of the Berlin sessions?

[@peteriuliano5846]

I Guess He's Saying That There's An Engineer In The Room Along With The Band And Along With Tony (The Producer) Who Will Translate Requests For Sound Control Into Specific Dials And Switches But Tony Will Help Create That Sound I Suppose.

[@senzarivali]

Gold!

[@hazelwray5307]

"your indestructible"..."always believe in" (cue Bongo's)

[@rini6]

If I think a recording is something that will make or break me I’ll probably be frozen in anxiety. 😂😂😂

[@albertosordina7777]

i love you tony

[@Trogdor204]

Fantastic interview! But WTF is up with that couch?

[@linden5165]

I thought the same! The wall and sign are pretty ugly too.

[@averyadrian1534]

Are those supposed to be sand bags forming the walls?

[@johnmcquarrie5041]

Avery! 😰✌

[@francescaruby1150]

His passion is communicable.

[@hazelwray5307]

Palpable

[@merlussaoficial]

wou !! i love this interview

[@peteriuliano5846]

The MORRISEY Comments Are Quite Interesting.

[@suginami123]

Great essential history.

[@shedoesconcerts5762]

utterly shocked to hear that the french horns were out of tune

[@festersuncle6298]

T.Rexasty!!!! Bowie and Bolan = Big and Ballzy.

[@gandalfshakur8235]

Too bad the music playback bits were edited out.