Gibson | Father's Day With Ray Burton
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 21 ส.ค. 2024
- Earlier this week, one of the most famous Rock’n’Roll Fathers Ray Burton, Father of the late Metallica bassist Cliff Burton, sat down with Mark Agnesi to reminisce about Cliff Burton’s musical history and what it means to be the Dad of a child who shows interest in pursuing a career in music.
Thanks to photographers Brian Lew and Harald Oimoen, Mark Weiss, Kevin Kitt and Vidz-R-Us for sharing photos of Cliff and to The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for providing video for this special project.
Extra special thanks to Metallica for allowing us to share both audio and video of Cliff and a very special thanks to Ray and Kaycee Burton for inviting us into their home to sit down and share memories of Cliff’s life and legacy.
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“I’’m going to be the best bassist for my brother.”
- Cliff Burton
In my opinion he did it
The Dancing Guy its not an opinion its a fact
Oh boy, he just did it
@@thedancingguy828 no, he became something far better than just the best bassist.
@@gcat7145 best musician
And now he's gone too. I hope he catches up with both of his sons now, wherever he is.
Ah shit when was that?
@@soopahsoopah I read that he died back in January of this year...I just read the comment from the person you responded to...I couldn't believe it, either...but at least, now, he's with his boys...and he lived to a ripe 94 years of age...he sounded like he was a good man. And, a tough trooper...
Damn im just getting the news =( he lived his life but now he csn be with his son's
me too
I didn't know Cliff had an older brother that died when he as a teen. Having lost one child, then for his parents to lose another with Cliff...my god life can be cruel sometimes.
Yeah, dude, it is an awful thing for a parent to have to bury a child. It is heartbreaking that this gentleman had to bury two of them. Neither boy even reached 30 years of age. Very sad. Mr. Burton has been through an awful lot of loss in his life. Children..wives..etc. The dude is a trooper. It is extremely cool that Metallica has kept Mr. Burton in the loop with the band and the band business. I am sure that he still receives Cliff's share of the royalties..even if they aren't legally obligated to pay him anymore.
Cliff wanted to be the best bass player in the world in his brother's honor. That makes it even sadder
Lmfao who cares we all die eventually
Cliff's brother's death was actually the reason Cliff started playing the bass guitar
ingamEx- the death of one man ultimately led to the death of himself
RIP Ray Burton the Father of the Century. A truly wonderful man and the Godfather of Metallica!
thank you for saying this. I’m glad it got a heart. ❤️❤️
Same here, and well put!! RIP Ray and Cliff
Amen!!!!!!!
Such a sweet guy, shook his hand at NAMM one year.. I told him how much of a fan I was of his Son's music . He replied.. "Me too." Lol.. genuinely nice. R.I.P. Sir .
"When I grow up I want to be Ray Burton." _ James Hetfield
Poor Ray Burton outlived his two sons. I couldn't hold it. I cried so hard
I cried too. The man is so strong and just rolls with it! I don't know how he did.....at least now he's in paradise with his two boys. God bless them all...
And Daughter
@@ofir_likes_beer he didn't outlive his daughter, his daughter is still alive
@@billrobertjoe Didn't realize the word "outlived" lol
Stupid me
So tragic. He also lost Mrs. Burton in 1993 to breast cancer. What a strong, loving man he was too.
His father showed that he really cared about Cliffs interests and didn't judge him and make negative discouraging comments like some parents do. That is what really empowers children. When your dad gives a shit about hearing your latest thrash song and doesn't put you down it means a lot. What a beautiful father and human Ray was. He gave a shit.
Under that positive environment, cliff Burton became the god of bass.
Some parents? I feel like MOST parents are critical and condemning.
@@dropkickmurphy4114 That's because they don't approve of themselves.
Cliff's parents were hippies so they were open mind and always supported their children
Wait a second..Cliff didn’t just write the bass parts to Orion, he also wrote guitar parts? That’s insane.
He composed pretty much the hole song.
All of those parts were played on the bass though. People often don't recognize that.
Also wrote the acoustic intro to fight fire with fire
And the Damage inc. Intro as well.
@@dez1989 all of the parts of Orion are not played on a bass
Not many 24 olds have a legacy, let alone one that has endured for 33 years and still going.
And will never end
can’t forget randy rhoads too
It will last forever did you not here Orion in the library of Congress that's fuckin amazing
34yrs now
Cliff is another galaxy bass wise. He had a real mind for music and gave zero crap about what others thought. He was driven.
I almost lost it when the part comes up with Ray accepting the Hall of Fame award in Cliff's place and it pans over to Jan Burton crying. Imagine being so proud of your son and heartbroken that he can't be there to relish in his accomplishments.
Cliff mom died in 1993 for what I heard about! So I am guessing that’s cliff step mom that was crying. Not sure.. if so you can clarify! Have a good day!
Trudy-Ann Brown THATS LARZ MOM
@@justpunishingvaginassince1923 Lars mom died in 98 lone Ulrich. I think in garage days revisited from 87 the pics of that recording, there in garage inc. theres a pic of her
There I believe.. Oh and Jason newkid is using cliffs Aria bass. Makes me fukin sick
@@ArronP At least the bass was put to good use and was still in the band that the music written with it was for
LF X well said! Jason is one cool cat!
Cliff Burton... now this guy played authentic
😂😂😂
Yes he did!
He had one (1) gibson pickup in this bass
here here
"These young men behind me." Jason and James look at each other and laugh. Well, when someone knew you when you were in your young 20s, and they still do about 30+ years later, you will always be a young man to him. Somethings never change.
Well said. And mister Ray Burton always was so supportive of the band after his son's passing. He was a great human being.
Love how he called them "Good Kids". Being part of that time, most parents called us dirt bags and burn outs. We were just kids, Mr. Burton got it. A good man and great Father for sure.
R.I.P Ray. Tell Cliff, we miss him.
Ray is the best, thank you for this interview
Ray only lives a few blocks away from my house.
Tom Tobin Thats pretty cool
Steve Austin Completly agree with you and especially with the type of music they made at the time
Never seen this amount of wholesomeness from one man, what a legend
"Bach is God." - Cliff Burton
lmao
That's the truth
No disrespect what do you mean God
Barroque music god
KhalSenpai God is Bach!!!!
I don't get it........what's so funny about that quote?
Wow Rays memory and mental capacity at his age is very good. I don’t mean to sound insensitive to the elderly it was just an observation.
Bradley Huddleston it’s normal and naturally expected to assume bad health or mental illness in the elderly. But yes , Ray Burton is In Better shape there then I am right now at 50.
Definitely. Bless his heart.
@@val13c59 well not anymore
Scott, Ray and Cliff are all together now
💜🙏🏻
Side note: Orion is my fav Metallica song too Ray, a gd masterpiece.
sleeping until the Great and Terrible Day Of The LORD . : )
Scott, Cliff, Jan and Ray are all together again
Arguably the most successful Metal act of all time, Metallica, packs their bags and moves from L.A. to San Francisco, for a bassist!! I have no second thoughts about giving up guitar for bass.
“FUCK LAAAAAAAAAAA” 😂😂😂
I had the opportunity to sit and chat with Mr. Burton earlier this year at the NAMM Show down in Anaheim. We talked about everything from Cliff, to music, to football. In spite of all of the tragedy he’s endured in his life, he is one of the most gentle, kind souls you could ever meet. A true class act. Thanks to Mark & Gibson for putting this video out there. 🙏🏼
-Christian
Makes me wonder what HIS parents were like, if they were the ones who instilled in him the character he had.
That’s for sure
Rest in peace Ray Burton. You and Cliff will be missed. CANNOT THE KINGDOM OF SALVATION TAKE ME HOME.
ok, this is just overwhelming... I was not supposed to cry, but Ray is just unbelievable... Thanks Mark!!! Killer interview! Hope you get more Gibson People to the channel, because after all, music is the players, not just the instruments they love.
I am not a Metallica fan but I am father and this made my cry.
@Mr. Fireman Shut up Junior :)
I've seen a lot of Marks interviews and they never stood out as anything great. After watching this I thought he did an exceptional job and he handled it.
No wonder Cliff was an incredible talent and person, he had an amazing father 👍
Ray Burton is one of the most wholesome and real men I've ever seen. A great father to a great musician and someone who's just so inspirational and caring that it hurts. RIP Ray and Cliff
Ray is a great example of a father’s love and support for a son who wants to fulfill a dream!
Ed King and Cliff are jammin upstairs no doubt!! Long live Ray Burton!!
with Ronnie Van Zant and Allen Collins
M3rlin dude shut up with your atheist crap. Who cares if you believe in there being an upstairs or not.
Regardless of the afterlife all I know is life here on earth is here and it goes in the blink of an eye but Cliff's legacy lives on forever
Chad Underwood Thank you Chad 😎👍
peteM3rlin yeah seriously bro, take your disrespectful crappy opinion elsewhere. Have fun become one with the earth.
Amazing interview, what a beautiful human being and incredible father. May God bless his soul.
The part about Jan supporting James, Lars and Kirk after Cliff's passing was a perfect example of how amazing of a parent she clearly was.
And Jason. Do not forget him!
@@olskzeri2723 You're right, Jason also spoke highly about the Burtons but I mentioned these three specifically because they were together, they were friends, they were brothers and Jan, despite what she was going through herself after losing her son, was a mother to them all.
@@gooner03 Good comment.
I love 💘 this man!
RIP, Scott
RIP, Cliff
RIP, Ray
when he said his favorite song was Orion, it warmed my heart 😭 although i see their other songs as masterpieces, i agree with Ray that Orion has a special place in my heart too ❤ R.I.P Cliff
i believe when he saw To Live Is To Die on Justice and there was Cliffs name then he listened the song it must've really be like.. Orion for him ..couldn't get one exact word in my mind of the feeling but you know
Wow, to lose two of your children and still have the presence of mind to support your kid's friends who are grieving their loss speaks volumes about the kind of people this man and his wife are. Respect.
I’m 19, just became a father this September, Cliff has been a huge influence on me, and Ray now is the same way. God bless you Ray, and Rest In Peace Cliff
19 and you're married??? Dude
@@aliceinchains7325 lol.. uh.. it's rare but perfectly normal.
Alice In Chains
Noone said married..
Just became a father.. ;)
@@regolithia ok.
Some people are married when they turn a legal adult, its rare to be married and become a father/mother before 21 but its ok.
This dude is a walking metal history book,Thanks Ray for creating a legend, and Thanks Mark for doing this interview
Who is cutting onion..... . . . . . .
Rest in peace Cliff Burton.
ah that's what that was..... Love ya Cliff!
You did it
Your mom
When you think about the personalities of James, Lars, Cliff and Dave it's incredible that they existed as a band for a year. I can't help but imagine "what if."
That lineup in concept alone is like what the Dream Team is to the NBA, but it was something that could never happen due to egos and creative issues
Dave was too volatile with alcohol in his system.
We should all strive to be like Mr Burton here. A wonderful kind hearted man who you can tell was proud of his son.
Is Ray Burton the coolest dad or what....seriously such an inspiration and an awesome guy!!!;
What a huge loss he was :( I think it was his influence that gave Metallica the epic classical element that made Ride The Lightening and Master Of Puppets masterpieces
James has credited Cliff with teaching him 3 part guitar harmony's and melodies.
@@metalmaniac8640 cliff loved thin lizzy and the Eagles.
@@metalmaniac8640 *harmonies
Ray Burton, what an absolute gem of a man
I got a few tears coming when Orion started playing in the background. A truly amazing song, now even more special after seeing this video.
So this gentlemen carried on and grew old after losing first one son & then another at the prime of his talent? Suddenly my son living with his mum on the other side of the country doesn't seem so bad after all. I salute you sir. You're as inspirational as the music your son was a part of. Thank you.
Gods rest Cliff Burton and his soul. He was a talented guy and a very nice person.
Hearing Ray say that he's BEYOND proud is the most painfully beautiful thing...no matter who you are or what you do, one of the main goals is to make your parents proud...and hearing Ray gives hope for everyone.
I have that friend who was a genius musician and an incredible human, who made me a better musician and person just by working with him, he was run over a year ago by a drunk driver... I hope there’s a great place in heaven for these people who were just too good to stay here.... what an incredible father he had...
Ray is great. I met him at NAMM and he was super kind. Always love hearing him talk about Cliff.
I really miss Cliff, I I just want to hug Sir Ray Burton 😔😔
what a beautiful interview. To lose a child is every parent's worst nightmare, and I doubt I'd have the grace and acceptance of Mr Burton. I want to go to a parallel universe where Cliff isn't dead, and listen to the incredible music he would have made with Metallica. This bought a tear to my eye. Again, what a great video, thanks Mark and Gibson (and ne didn't even use Gibson). Happy father's day from the UK
He used Gibson pickups
@@elvergalarga3908 being a guitarist, I didn't know that. Good that Gibson didn't plug that. Thanks for the heads up :)
R.i.p. Ray . Now you are with Cliff again as well as Scott and Jan .
I believe that Mr. Burton is 94 years old. Amazing.
He died a couple of months ago now, RIP cliff RIP ray
Simply beautiful. By all appearances a wonderful man, husband and father. I’ve followed Metallica since 1984 and this man’s warmth, magnanimity, love, generosity and compassion has been a constant trait in Metallica’s journey. Although I neither met nor knew him I am glad to have had him in my Metallica life! Rest In Peace Mr Burton!
them closing lines from Ray about enjoying music and encourage your kids will stick with me for the rest of my life.....🥺🥺
Burton Is the best !
I love youre music
Rest In Peace ☠️🤘🏻
What a great person mister Ray Burton was. I glad that the world showed a lot of love and respect to him after losing tragicaly his sons...a great person that created the best bassist of all time. I'm so sorry for the passing of Ray Burton but in the same time the world has lost a good man, he is reuniting with his two loved boys in the Heaven. Thank you very much for being an inspirational human being, Mister Ray Burton. God bless your soul.
Connie Burton, Cliff's Sister is on FB. She's a FB friend of mine. Very cool, humble, and down to earth lady. It's a damn shame what happened to her brother. He was just starting to hit the big time. Sadly, Billy Joel was right....Only The Good Die Young. God Bless The Burton Family. 🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸
My heart sings when i see Ray talk about Cliff. We're so lucky to have Ray be an integral part of Cliffs legacy. Cliff wasn't around long but he sure made an immense impact on the world. I love Cliff , his style , his attitude , his talents. You know he was well respected because he has a BASS SOLO on their first album. How many other bands have a bass solo track??? none!!! He was a force of brilliance! THANK YOU CLIFF FOR YOUR BRILLIANCE! THANK YOU RAY FOR BEING AN EXCELLENT DAD! Thank you Mark Agnesi for this, you know whats up. Metal up your ass \m/
What a beautiful man. God bless them. Cliffs bass playing was badass. 🤘🏽
Didn't know about this guy... I was a kid when Cliff died. His father is phenomenal!!! Let your kids be who they are and they will figure it out... If you are a true parent they will come to you as needed.
This was a tear jerker, but I expected it to be. RIP Ray, Cliff, and all who've left this Earth behind. To live is to die.
Ray Burton is one of the greatest humans that ever lived.
Jan and Ray were wonderful people, Ray always reminded me of my Grandfather because every time I saw him he was wearing a bolo tie (the things we remember about people). When I met them, I had just taken a position playing bass for a Castro Valley band called Snyper the members of we’re friends of Cliff and as it turned out Jan was Co-management of Snyper. I was one of the masses of Bass Players that auditioned for Metallica, Jan and Ray were so nice they always made you feel welcome, we (Snyper) had a meeting at Jan and Rays apartment in Castro Valley and there was a corner of their place that had the gold records on the wall. Cliffs Basses were on stands witch Jan insisted I play a little bit while I was there, I still feel a little awkward about that, especially playing the “Legendary” Red Rickenbacker. Cliff was such a great player and musician witch I really didn’t realize until I started trying to learn the songs for the audition, that Man had some skills. Although I never met Cliff the man changed my life....RIP Cliff, Jan, and Ray....Love Always..♥️
What a nice man! No wonder he brought up someone like Cliff. It‘s a blessing, growing up with a father like him.
Outlived both of his sons but still has a smile on his face when he remembers them, what a true gentleman.
I watched this yesterday. As a father, a musician, & Metalhead, I did not expect to have such of an emotional moment/response to this video. I think this piece transcends the music.
The band loves Cliffs dad like he's their own.
He's apparently always been there for the band even long after Cliff passed.
I imagine it's alot of things, but i mostly think it's like staying around something that was a huge part of Cliffs life.
Must be like still having a peice of him around.
The band would agree, something about Cliffs playing and Cliff himself that had the band always bring him up till this day.
They’re together now ❤️ what a beautiful family, rip cliff Scott and ray.
The way he pronounces "Ritchie Blackmore" might be the "stonedest" thing I've ever heard😂😂 what a dude 🤟
nicholas dilling
most important lesson in your whole life.
Spiderman = 🤟🏻
FUCKING SLAYER = 🤘🏻
Ray is now with his sons. Ray was a great man.
That's a world class family right there. They lose their first son when Cliff was young, they lose Cliff and help the other band members get through it.
What a beautiful man he is,just a proud dad...
Little Cliff. So cute. ☺️
One of the best interviews I ever heard. RIP Ray and Cliff.
My pleasure ... What a Man... we will miss you Ray.. as much as we miss Cliff ... God Bless you all.. and your family too ..
Kirk’s face when Ray is excepting the award is just haunting. He must’ve felt so much guilt being the one on that stage instead of Cliff.
I honestly think Kirk carries a lot of guilt that he could've been in Cliffs bunk and died, and to this day watch how emotional Kirk gets when talking about Cliff.
My gosh Cliff looked so much like his father. R.I.P Ray Burton and Cliff Burton
I can't believe he's gone, man. Rest among the stars and find Orion
I think it was an old Issue of Metal Maniacs I read (1989) where Ray and Jan wrote in and thanked the Metal community for their support on Cliff's passing. If I remember correctly they listed their address and said they loved hearing from people talk about their memories and thoughts of Cliff. Ray is an exceptional guy, this was a great video.
Rest in Peace Mr. Ray Burton! Such a great father and to much stories to tell... Thanks for keeping the legacy of Cliff alive until your last day on this place. Rest in peace!
Fantastic interview! Cliff was blessed to have such loving, supportive parents. I had no idea that Cliff’s parents treated the other band members like family. So when Cliff passed away and Metallica hired Jason Newsted as a replacement, this would explain why the band hazed Jason constantly. Jim, Kirk and Lars had found a second family with the Burtons. When Cliff died, however - it completely changed the dynamics of everything.
Ray's words always move me.. he and Jan have been wonderful parents who who have gone through tremendous tragedies such as the loss of two sons…the most unnatural thing in the world.. when he says that when you watch a Metallica performance they bring a smile in your face he tells the truth… Cliff is a great musician and a wonderful person, full of joy and enthusiasm towards his job. He’s still a great source of inspiration for me. I hope that Ray was able to hug his children again. Thank you Ray and Jan for having raised that wonderful creature that is Cliff..there should be more parents like you. A big hug to all of you.
Godspeed Ray Burton... I'm sure he's up in heaven with Cliff and his other son cranking the tunes! What gifted bassist and a top notch father!
What an amazing father and human being Ray Burton was RIP Cliff and Ray Burton
Happy Father's day Ray Burton 🤘🏻. A.K.A the coolest, down to earth dad ever
Really good interview by the guy. He had Ray talking about Cliff earnestly. Really thought out, enlighting, Joyful and loving. I could sew that Ray was very proud of his boy and you really can't blame him at all. Gibson guitars picked one of the best people to interview in their father's day celebration of Fathers involved in music. I so love knowing and seeing Cliff Burton's legacy is still ever burning with life love, respect and shear fight in it. Thank you Ray and Jan Burton for allowing us as fans of Cliff and a collective...Metallica. His time with the band may have Been short but he made a humongous impact in the band, music, other people and his loved fans. His fuxk you attitude was and is to be highly regarded and admired. He was a sheer force to be reckoned with. I am so happy to of watched this video. Ray is going to be forever missed from this world and millions will be ever indebted to having three loving Burton be given to the world. Ray's life is one to be happy about and admire the storms his had to weather. Thank you for this interview. I throughly enjoyed and love it. #cliffandrayburton. Forever in our hearts and memories to treasure a huge as legacy they both have left behind. Much respect, love compassion and sincere gratitude Rosie 💜😁😢💔
Oh the tears...
I love this guy! I love my dad!! Oh god more tears.
Thankfully there are some great things about life.
It's difficult to remember, but this is proof.
Huge Cliff fan, huge Metallica fan, brought up two sons, not sure I've have coped as well as Ray did having to bury one boy, let alone two. What a great human being. Bless you and RIP.
Man, that was really excellent. Great interview and fantastic composition in the editing room. Some real high quality shit here, Gibson. I've been a Metallica fan for almost 30 damn years now (since I was f'n 9 or 10 years old!) and I learned things I didn't know from this video! I had no idea Cliff had an older brother who passed when he was 13. God, that makes Ray and Jan seem even more amazing that they endured all that suffering and STILL managed to be so graceful and helpful to the surviving members. I will never ever stop wondering what could have or would have been if he survived that accident. What would Justice and the Black Album's have sounded like? RIP Cliff. Glad to know Ray and Cliff are re-united up in the great beyond.
Bless you sir. Thank you for your insight and thank you for Cliff. You were a great father. RIP to the Burton’s.
I'm turning 50 this year and I can remember the revolution that was Metallica. Thrash was born and Cliff Burton was cool as fuck, his attitude,playing and appearance made him an icon straight away, his sad, early death turned him into the timeless inspiration he still is to this day. One of the true greats. RIP Cliff.
Rest In Peace to one of the nicest, and happiest people I will have ever known, the most generous human being I will ever know!
What a man to out live 2 sons that's awful. In the 90s i played in bands and lost two good friends, brothers killed in a car wreck just painful as hell i just can't imagine as a parent of 4 today Rest easy ol boy.God bless him and his view on life what a wonderful father!!
Metallica was lucky to have Ray Burton
Im the Only Heavy Metal head out of my whole Family...What a beautiful and Heavy interview. his wise words of wisdom at the end had me choke up, Kuz that's exactly how my Father talked and had encouraged me and supported me thru out my life, he made me the person I am today, a mature gentleman on being a well known Artist of Canvas paintings, and to keep going and not give up. And sure enough. My art career got bigger and bigger. Thanks Dad for giving me that extra push and uplifting my spirits when ever I felt like Art painting wasnt for me during my struggling years. U brought me back up to be even Stronger. I will forever to keep in my heart the wisdom u taught me and to share the love and support for my future kids... R.I.P DAD. 🖤🤘
Ray is all that is good in this world!! And of course his wife !!! Both need to be love by all of us the metal family
What a lovely and kind man Ray Burton is. An amazing father. Thank you Ray, Cliff’s talent will live on.
Rest in peace to the legend of Mr. Ray Burton!
Ray is the guy you just wanna give a hug to and have a cup of tea or coffee with
Men who hug each other are gay
@@eazye519 dude, grow up
@@ToTheGateway Don’t bother. Whatta dickhead lol
I bet you're homophobic 10y.o
This is the best interview that I’ve seen in years. To the Gibson guys I have to say that the changes you are making are showing and the whole perception of the brand is improving.
J Cassany it’s mark. Great Music, person, and business man.
Its so legendary to me that Metallica offered Cliff a spot in the band and he pretty much told them
_"y'all can either come up to San Francisco or find another bass player."_
Long before Cliff told them that, he had decided he was gonna live life HIS way.
11:13 damn. Witnessing the birth of Orion, probably the best instrumental ever. Got goosebumps.
Ray is a shining example of how to be a supportive, awesome father. Just a top shelf kinda man.
The love and respect I have for Ray is off the charts. His smile and the gleam in his eyes tell me that not only was he proud of Cliff, but that Cliff lives on.