My mum was that 5 year old Sara!! We just watched this at dinner together. She’s told us this story 100 times. ☺️ Hope we get to meet you one day Santa.
I was 11 (and the eldest) and I remember that concert so well, it was the best night of my life. I was so sorry I was out of the country and couldn’t meet you in Dublin again recently. Next time!! X
Mr Sklar, it is so nice to get to know you much better than just the legendary great bass player that you are. Born in 1973, I literally grew up listening to you unconsciously. Stay safe and healthy. Love from Holland
Aw thank you so much Lee You will never know how much you have touched my whole family .You are one very special guy and we all love and respect you so much Love and friendship Adele❤️❤️❤️
My favourite story from you in the last year was listening to it with my Thai daughter in Thailand. , I am now in UK waiting to go back to my Thai 👪 Take care Pete and gang
You are a great person. To play with Genesis, Phil Collins and all that music that you put out only serves to show how wonderful you truly are. This story only serves to prove that there is still hope in the country. Thank you for allowing us to see a side of humanity, that seems to be lacking in so many today. Hooray for you, "Santa".
Love your story that proves that you are not only a great bass player but also a wonderfull person. I am a metalhead, but love your bass playing, no matter with whom you play. Just following a simple principle that says "any music is good music, as long as its played by real people."
Regardless of the sordid crap that the media seems to prefer, *these* are exactly the type of story that matter, and should be shared! You're a wonderful human being, Lee Sklar! Be safe and be well. :-)
I am a 56 year old man and I cried when that train appeared! Leland you are a great man and musician, thank you for sharing this and all your recent videos.
Wow... What a touching, true human story. I bet you could make a movie out of it. I know you got all kind's of other COOL stories for us and that's why i'm here... Thank you again Leland!✌😎
Hey leland, That's a beautiful story, I'm a Dub and Dublin, although a small town, is an amazing town, full of creative and amazing people. God bless you Leland, Phil Lynott is looking down upon you with a great big smile on face.
Love that I ran into this story again. It meant so much in the early days of the pandemic and is now a lesson in kindness and forming life bonds. Thanks for your channel, Leland.
What a beautiful story! Lee, you are a great human being. I'm glad I've followed you since the 70's with James! I enjoy much your videos and this one is exceptional and full of meaning! I just loved the train!
That's a wonderful story that speaks to the kind of person you are; God has blessed you with many gifts Mr. Sklar, not the least of which is a kind heart.
👍😂OMG I just posted a note on the previous video I watched about you looking like Santa. So I’ll post it here too.😂 👍When I saw the thumbnail pic my first thought “oh goody…Santa” so I clicked…I’m happy I did because I got sooooo much more than I ever could have expected. Now I have to binge watch all of your videos. Thank you. 🙏💝🎁
You know it’s true. These are the best stories from tour. One time my band was on tour in Wales, and my drummer and I were lost outside Cardiff. We met this amazing family and they drove us and helped us find our hotel. We put them on the show guest list. They were so happy just to come to a rock show, and they had a warm generous energy. We stayed in touch after, and it’s always those experiences that stay with you the most. Just connecting around the world. That’s the beauty of music. I hope we get that back soon. That’s the hardest part of this is not being able to crash into other human beings in happenstance like random strikes of lightning. We took that for granted.
Sir, you are one of the coolest and kind hearted people I've seen in TH-cam. Someone with your caliber in the music industry might not give a rats ass about regular people, but you are definitely something else. I was born in 60's so I have spent my best years listening to your bass playing. Thank You for the music and good vibes. 😎😀
Thank you for doing these videos. I have always felt your playing had a beautiful humanity to it. After hearing your stories and learning more about your life I see why we love your music so much.
It is becoming the highlight of my day listening to you play and tell stories. I have been playing drums / vocals and guitars / vocals since the mid 80’s in the UK and now live in NZ. It’s quite amazing that over the years of playing I have got to know some incredible people and indeed some of my idols in the craziest of situations. I have also been lucky enough to have played alongside some of them by sheer chance and being in the right place at the right time. I find myself telling stories of gigs and chance encounters that made me so happy, friendships I have made, amazing opportunities that present themselves and the reasons why I get up, stay up till all hours, travel for miles with piles of gear and smash through hours of music and end up a sweating puddle. It’s truly inspirational to listen to you speak let alone play. I have seen you so many times at gigs over many years and you are always on point.... a true legend, thank you Mr Sklar !!!!
Who in the "world" can give this man's video a "thumbs down"? Love to hear from you.....if you have the guts to reply. Amazing. You're a sweetheart Lee. Love you man.
What a sweet story. I' m playing bass on a lousy level for 30 years and everytime I see a pic of yours I' d tell my 10 year old daughter: "santa is a bassist"...all the best to you man, Arne
What a beautiful story! I think the rock journalists miss the boat thinking the real fans of great musicians only want dirt. What I want in a great interview is the stories that tell how human the great player real is ... stay healthy and safe!
I have watched this video a couple of times before and stumbled upon it again this morning. It is such a wonderful heart warming story and I can almost visualise the events! A story of a lasting friendship from such a random event, that transcends continents and celebrity etc. It actually brought a tear to my eye! Great story, so beautifully told, thanks Lee 🙂
Hey Leland. I'm a lifelong musician, certainly not as successful as you but doin' it. I get on the road from time to time - small venues with my own group and bigger venues with some of the other groups that call me and those kind of stories are EXACTLY the ones that I cherish most. I've met people that have remained friends for many years and we visit when we can. I've had them put me up when I was passing through with a dark night. AND I shared your story with all of them. Thanks for a lifetime of great music!!!
Leland... you are so humble and down to Earth!! AND GENUINE!!! A talented man who deserves the accolades you receive TEN FOLD! We love the pic we recently saw with our friend and a fellow bass player Johnny who was with Willie Nile last week. We all loving your new band too!
Thank you for sharing this cool story. I think it’s great that you still have the train. I first remember hearing you play on Billy Thorpe’s Children of the Sun album in the 1970’s. I’ve always admired your play and your stage presence. Be careful and stay healthy. I look forward to more stories.
Leland You are Santa Claus and such a sweet and humble man. Sklar if you don't get a star on the walk of fame or induction to the Rock hall it would be a shame. I have seen you play with so many bands. You deserve to honored for all that you have done. Peace brother, Michael.
What a wonderful personal story. You’re being so generous in sharing pieces of your life with us. Thank you so very much! And of course: Stay home...stay safe...save lives!
Leland: thank you for sharing this story. I was fortunate to see you while you were on tour with Jackson Browne many years ago. I have always enjoyed your musicianship and it is nice to experience your humanity. This story is balm for our battered souls.
One of the best parts about music is its ability to connect people, and cultivate wonderful relationships. Thanks for sharing this with us Leland!!!! I'd be most appreciative if you could share more road stories with us. Hope your finger feels better fast. Stay safe and well friend!!!
Leland, I love your stories and even more your connection to the world around you. I just began working in a major hospital in sterilization dept. and I see the deep commitment of everyone there to extend themselves to the cause of helping people get back to healthy lives. Thanks. I'll try to pass you page on to others.
My mum was that 5 year old Sara!! We just watched this at dinner together. She’s told us this story 100 times. ☺️ Hope we get to meet you one day Santa.
That's beautiful Wow! :) Lee's the best isn't he Such a gentleman
Please give her a big hug from me. ❤️
I was 11 (and the eldest) and I remember that concert so well, it was the best night of my life. I was so sorry I was out of the country and couldn’t meet you in Dublin again recently. Next time!! X
Your story is critically essential, to so many, at the perfect time. I hope you don't mind if I share.... thank you Mr. Sklar.
LESLIE LENTZ Would be happy if you share it. 👍🏻
I've been following you for quite a while now, and am always entertained-but THIS WAS THE BEST EVER-thanks so much for posting and sharing...
Mr Sklar, it is so nice to get to know you much better than just the legendary great bass player that you are. Born in 1973, I literally grew up listening to you unconsciously. Stay safe and healthy. Love from Holland
In Nederland zijn we gek op hem
Oh man, this channel just keeps getting better.
You are so right!
Another great video, Lee. You are indeed Santa Claus when it comes to wonderful stories and adventures. Thanks.
Come for the stories,
Stay for the humanity!
Thank you
I saw this video and seeing the responses by the family in discussion, Lee ... You are a true gentleman!!!
What a sweet memory and great story! You are right!! in this times there are people who are a lot worst off than us.
When you showed *the train*, I think I got some dust in my eye or something.
As I continued to read Lee's story the room got so warm my eyes started to sweat.
Kindness costs nothing... but means so much. This story is so moving. Thank you for sharing.
What a beautiful story from a beautiful humane being 🙏❤️🏴
"Santas helper" that's the best! It's like a true Christmas story...oh wait
Aw thank you so much Lee You will never know how much you have touched my whole family .You are one very special guy and we all love and respect you so much Love and friendship Adele❤️❤️❤️
Hi gran xxx
Hi Bella ❤️❤️
This is so heartwarming. Your story has made Lee's work all the more meaningful. I hope you & yours are doing OK.
Zidders Roofurry thank you We all love Lee here in Scotland and Dublin 🙏❤️🙏
One of the coolest stories I’ve heard. ❤️👍🏼 love it.
My favourite story from you in the last year was listening to it with my Thai daughter in Thailand. , I am now in UK waiting to go back to my Thai 👪 Take care Pete and gang
You are a great person. To play with Genesis, Phil Collins and all that music that you put out only serves to show how wonderful you truly are. This story only serves to prove that there is still hope in the country. Thank you for allowing us to see a side of humanity, that seems to be lacking in so many today. Hooray for you, "Santa".
Great story. You're a good man, Mr. Sklar.
Thank You so much for the years of playing bass ! You are the best ever!!! Stay well .THANKS ACE
There aren't even words for this, Mr. Sklar. It's simply beyond...beyond...
👍This story is so sweet. Thanks for sharing. 🙏🎁💝
I'm just crying. What a wonderful story.
Thank you Mr. Sklar
So great, wonderful, thank you all !
Beautiful story. You know, world is full of wonderful people and stories. I think that is what we need to remember these days. Take care
Love your story that proves that you are not only a great bass player but also a wonderfull person.
I am a metalhead, but love your bass playing, no matter with whom you play.
Just following a simple principle that says "any music is good music, as long as its played by real people."
Such a great story! Thank you for sharing ✌️😎❤️
What a wonderful story! Just a smile from ear to ear. You are a good man, Charlie (Santa) Brown!
Beautiful, you make this world a better place. Light, Love and Peace to you all 💚🙏Namaste
Regardless of the sordid crap that the media seems to prefer, *these* are exactly the type of story that matter, and should be shared! You're a wonderful human being, Lee Sklar! Be safe and be well. :-)
That train is a lifetime of memories in a single piece. Great story. Thanks for telling us.👍❤️
I am a 56 year old man and I cried when that train appeared! Leland you are a great man and musician, thank you for sharing this and all your recent videos.
What an uplifting story. Just what we all need. All the best from Bonnie Scotland.
Wow... What a touching, true human story. I bet you could make a movie out of it. I know you got all kind's of other COOL stories for us and that's why i'm here... Thank you again Leland!✌😎
i get that all the time Lee " Look Mom it's Santa ! " Amazing story your are a true hero
Awesome Story Leland. I didn't fall asleep at all, your story is what life is about. Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!
Hey leland, That's a beautiful story, I'm a Dub and Dublin, although a small town, is an amazing town, full of creative and amazing people. God bless you Leland, Phil Lynott is looking down upon you with a great big smile on face.
Love that I ran into this story again. It meant so much in the early days of the pandemic and is now a lesson in kindness and forming life bonds. Thanks for your channel, Leland.
Wowzers.....Big Love and Hugs for these Amazing Stories.....Thank You
What a beautiful story! Lee, you are a great human being. I'm glad I've followed you since the 70's with James! I enjoy much your videos and this one is exceptional and full of meaning! I just loved the train!
What a wonderful story.
What a wonderful story. There's not many famous people in the music world that would do what you have done. Thanks Leland for being who you are.
It is always the simple things in life that connect people. A kind word will form friendships that last a lifetime...
That's a wonderful story that speaks to the kind of person you are; God has blessed you with many gifts Mr. Sklar, not the least of which is a kind heart.
This is one of the best stories I've heard about friendship. You are a very decent man. We're lucky to share this world with you.
This story made my day! Thanks Leland!!
👍😂OMG I just posted a note on the previous video I watched about you looking like Santa. So I’ll post it here too.😂
👍When I saw the thumbnail pic my first thought “oh goody…Santa” so I clicked…I’m happy I did because I got sooooo much more than I ever could have expected. Now I have to binge watch all of your videos. Thank you. 🙏💝🎁
the bright side of you hurting your finger is this beautiful story
I’ll bet Mark Zuckerberg hasn’t got a nice story like this to tell, Santa.
You know it’s true. These are the best stories from tour. One time my band was on tour in Wales, and my drummer and I were lost outside Cardiff. We met this amazing family and they drove us and helped us find our hotel. We put them on the show guest list. They were so happy just to come to a rock show, and they had a warm generous energy.
We stayed in touch after, and it’s always those experiences that stay with you the most.
Just connecting around the world. That’s the beauty of music. I hope we get that back soon. That’s the hardest part of this is not being able to crash into other human beings in happenstance like random strikes of lightning.
We took that for granted.
Im sure he could buy one 😀
What a truly lovely human being, so touched by the compassion and wise words.
Thank you Leland. Of all the people you've played with and met, the fact you remember this family tells me a lot about you and I appreciate it man.
I wish I was as good a human as you are. Great story.
Sir, you are one of the coolest and kind hearted people I've seen in TH-cam.
Someone with your caliber in the music industry might not give a rats ass about regular people, but you are definitely something else.
I was born in 60's so I have spent my best years listening to your bass playing. Thank You for the music and good vibes. 😎😀
Hi Leland I really liked the story. Made me smile and I don’t smile often lol.thanks
Thank you for doing these videos. I have always felt your playing had a beautiful humanity to it. After hearing your stories and learning more about your life I see why we love your music so much.
Lee, I am so loving your videos. A great bassist, wonderful person and lovely story teller to boot :)
Thank you for a wonderful story of "friendship"......and thank you for your music.
These are the stories most of us want to hear. So sweet. Screw the tabloid crap !!!
It is becoming the highlight of my day listening to you play and tell stories. I have been playing drums / vocals and guitars / vocals since the mid 80’s in the UK and now live in NZ. It’s quite amazing that over the years of playing I have got to know some incredible people and indeed some of my idols in the craziest of situations. I have also been lucky enough to have played alongside some of them by sheer chance and being in the right place at the right time. I find myself telling stories of gigs and chance encounters that made me so happy, friendships I have made, amazing opportunities that present themselves and the reasons why I get up, stay up till all hours, travel for miles with piles of gear and smash through hours of music and end up a sweating puddle. It’s truly inspirational to listen to you speak let alone play. I have seen you so many times at gigs over many years and you are always on point.... a true legend, thank you Mr Sklar !!!!
Awesome brother, thank you so much for sharing that.
Those are the kind of stories we need, not the dirt, there's too much of that going around.
Lee, you are a class act. I'll wager that blue train of yours is priceless. Stay well.
No words man!!!! Special moments! Life!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ah sweet Jesus Leland, I'm in tears now
Reseeing this just now. Wonderful story for all the best reasons. ❤️
Adorable story..magic.Make for TV moments 💖.
HaHa. You’re Santa’s big helper actually, without even realising it!
Who in the "world" can give this man's video a "thumbs down"? Love to hear from you.....if you have the guts to reply. Amazing. You're a sweetheart Lee. Love you man.
I was thinking the same. What can cause someone to give a thumbs down to such an uplifting and touching story?
What a sweet story. I' m playing bass on a lousy level for 30 years and everytime I see a pic of yours I' d tell my 10 year old daughter: "santa is a bassist"...all the best to you man, Arne
What a beautiful story! I think the rock journalists miss the boat thinking the real fans of great musicians only want dirt. What I want in a great interview is the stories that tell how human the great player real is ... stay healthy and safe!
I have watched this video a couple of times before and stumbled upon it again this morning. It is such a wonderful heart warming story and I can almost visualise the events! A story of a lasting friendship from such a random event, that transcends continents and celebrity etc. It actually brought a tear to my eye! Great story, so beautifully told, thanks Lee 🙂
That is a beautiful story. Thank you for sharing the sunshine!! You are right with your words of caution. Thank you sir.
Keep them coming, lee. Love your inside stories. ❤️
Great Story!! What a memory for you and that family!! This is what life is really about.
What a beautiful story! Thank you for sharing this with your fans. Peace and Love.
Very cool story! I'll never forget that tour. I was 18 at the time and I'm 49 now! Really digging your channel Lee
OMG Lee you should have primed me to get the tissue box first.
This story has me balling. Kindness 100% pure
Love you for this story.
What a great story. I was having a frustrating day and this story just turned things around. Thanks.
Lee, I'm sitting here with a smile and misty eyes. Thanks for sharing this story. The beat goes on. : )
A pure and beautiful of a story from a beautiful human being.
Hey Leland. I'm a lifelong musician, certainly not as successful as you but doin' it. I get on the road from time to time - small venues with my own group and bigger venues with some of the other groups that call me and those kind of stories are EXACTLY the ones that I cherish most. I've met people that have remained friends for many years and we visit when we can. I've had them put me up when I was passing through with a dark night. AND I shared your story with all of them. Thanks for a lifetime of great music!!!
This is SUCH a better story than any of the sleazy stuff could ever be. I love your channel. Great way to end my day.
What a beautiful story. Love from Scotland.
So, so glad you're doing this, Leland. Rays of sunshine and hope. Lots of love. Thank you!
What a fantastic story about a wonderful human experience. Thank you Leland
Leland... you are so humble and down to Earth!! AND GENUINE!!! A talented man who deserves the accolades you receive TEN FOLD! We love the pic we recently saw with our friend and a fellow bass player Johnny who was with Willie Nile last week. We all loving your new band too!
Thank you for sharing this cool story. I think it’s great that you still have the train. I first remember hearing you play on Billy Thorpe’s Children of the Sun album in the 1970’s. I’ve always admired your play and your stage presence. Be careful and stay healthy. I look forward to more stories.
What a fantastic story. You are one of the good guys Mr Sklar! Look after that finger!. We'll see you again tomorrow.
Leland You are Santa Claus and such a sweet and humble man. Sklar if you don't get a star on the walk of fame or induction to the Rock hall it would be a shame. I have seen you play with so many bands. You deserve to honored for all that you have done. Peace brother, Michael.
....y'all are a very sweet soul mister...enjoyed these memories of yours tonight...ty
Fantastic story Mr. Sklar. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful story with us.
The greatness of a musician is also measured by the stories he has to tell... these people were really lucky to meet you!
It was my uncle David and gran Adele. They tell this story all the time. ☺️☺️☺️
What a wonderful personal story. You’re being so generous in sharing pieces of your life with us. Thank you so very much! And of course: Stay home...stay safe...save lives!
What a wonderful gracious quality human being .. humanity at its best
Leland: thank you for sharing this story. I was fortunate to see you while you were on tour with Jackson Browne many years ago. I have always enjoyed your musicianship and it is nice to experience your humanity. This story is balm for our battered souls.
One of the best parts about music is its ability to connect people, and cultivate wonderful relationships. Thanks for sharing this with us Leland!!!! I'd be most appreciative if you could share more road stories with us. Hope your finger feels better fast.
Stay safe and well friend!!!
Music is a universal language. Love and music, love of music, music of love. So inspiring.
Leland, I hope you heal quickly.The stories and jokes are great and of course the music.Stay healthy.😁
A heartwarming story. Thank you for sharing it with us. You are a beautiful person and a great musician!
Thanks for that lovely story Lee. You are a rare gem. God bless you
Lovely heartwarming story. What a sincere, kind, wonderful person you are.
Leland, I love your stories and even more your connection to the world around you. I just began working in a major hospital in sterilization dept. and I see the deep commitment of everyone there to extend themselves to the cause of helping people get back to healthy lives. Thanks. I'll try to pass you page on to others.
This is the best Rock & Roll story ever...
I cherish your stories. They sooth me in the time of extreme anxiety. Thank you so much. 💕
Guys like you are tough to find . Glad I found your channel. Incredible talent, incredible person. Thanks