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.
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!
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.
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
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!
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!
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.
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🥰
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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.🥳🥳
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!
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 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.
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!
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).
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 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 ;)))))))))
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
Tony one of my bass heroes. Amazing player and eclectic. First time with ABWH & Gabriel @ many times with Crimson. Unfortunately they say never meet your heroes. This rang true a few years ago Liverpool Beatles convention. Tony talking about his contribution in Double Fantasy. Ask him for a picture & autograph. Sadly he was extremely rude to me & a friend . It would have been much easier to take the selfie a move on . But hey still a big fan 🎸
Tony is human. 99% of the interactions I've heard about and experienced have been kind and generous. You probably just caught him at a bad time. Or maybe you were too pushy. :)
@@MakeWeirdMusic yes maybe. But when you consider following and supporting his illustrious career at great expense with all the different bands . I expected more ,perhaps you had to be there. Totally out of character I’m sure. But disappointing all the same 😎
@@MakeWeirdMusic interesting that you initially loved my comment at first glance. Then after reading full comment it was removed. Fair enough for that you have my respect. Good luck with your channel ✊
I understand the experience you had and I don't want anyone to see me "love" your comment and misconstrue it as support for Tony being "extremely rude." He was probably just having a bad day. No offense. I'm glad you met him, I'm sorry it wasn't a great experience.
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...
Amazing interview!!!! How did you get his management contact? I'm journalist from a Brazil huge prog channel and magazine and we really want to interview him, but we can't find his proper media enquire. Do you know where I could find?
Levin is a living legend. In awe of this man's contribution to music!
Endless
What a cool and amazing person.
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.
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!
Thank all gods for T Levin. What a source of joy in Music he is. All the love to Papa Bear.
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.
I hate thinking back to shows I should have seen. Fact of life, I guess.
Saw Broof and Levin live with ABWH in Philly. It was AWESOME...
Sometimes going alone is a awesome time !
It sure is. I never let going alone stop me anymore. I've met so many cool people that way.
Absolutely
Pretty ballsy do be doing a bus tour at age 80. Much respect to you, Mr levin
Right?! I can’t imagine.
with a little good luck and not focusing too much on that, hopefully it all goes well
Yeah, but On The Road! Think of the groupies!
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
Hey, me too! See you there? Look for me and say hi.
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!
@jonathonmcmillan9410 Come say hi! I’ll be there with my mom and son
what a gem this guy is.. he looks fantastic for approaching 80.. I am going to see this in AC for sure..
He really hasn't lost his abilities on the bass, either, unlike some other elderly musicians
Tony. ! Great to hear you
Nearly eighty, but not old. I've met people in their fifties or sixties that seems older than him. Gives me hope.
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!
Tony can be very friendly, that's for sure!
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.
Where do you live?
World class player and gentleman
pleeeeeeeeeas come to Europe!
The fact that we‘re missing out on this historic tour is absolutely tragic 😢
These interviews working up to the tour are having me looking forward to this show even more. Maybe a Danny and/or Adrian interview?
In the works….
Such a nice and humble musical legend. Great interview!
Thanks!
What a nice guy, met him in Boston once shook his hand
Tony is the coolest dude.
Great to see an interview with Tony. Thanks for posting.
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🥰
Such an amazing and humble artist! Tony is simply amazing! 😀
I can't wait to see this show! Tony is AMAZING!!
Looking forward to the Clearwater FL show later this month. Got my tickets!
Sweeeeet
Love you, Uncle Tony!
Yes, yet would you love him with Rain-Bow Sprinkles on top?
@@roberttarrh3969 I prefer bald to that, but sure.
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.
From what I've seen and heard, that is the plan!
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!
What a great guy. Amazing artist.
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.
Man, that's awesome you have so much history with him
Feels like I’ve waited my entire life for this moment! So excited!
Yay! Thank you!
He,
they ALL were incredible!!!!
Agreed!
,luckily there isn't another show like this. Keep it comin'
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.
Really amazing show. Glad you enjoyed it
First heard Tony with Peter Gabriel at Hammersmith Odeon in 78. And many times with KC.
Please come to the UK soon.
Lucky you!
Just preordered Tony’s new album. Can’t wait!
It’s really good. I prefer side B. Full interview coming soon.
Awesome. Hoping they are coming to the UK soon. Belew/Crimson was a major influence on our music. (Chris, The Perrinormal)
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
For sure! I saw some rehearsal footage yesterday and it's awesome
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
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
I can't even imagine. Wish I could have been there
Tony is amazing, mad respect!!!
Oooh nice! Lovely pics too? Thank you so much for answering my questions!💙
No problem 😊
Love Tony Levin.
Beat tour please come to Europe!
I really hope so!
It’s getting closer to launch!!!
Turbines to speed!
Thank you for this. Is this part of a longer interview? I love hearing Tony speak, I could listen to him for hours.
It is. I need to edit the rest of the conversation. Club Weird members have access to the whole thing for now.
i love that man to bits,-
Such a good vibe, outstanding talent and kindness!
I agree. I think the mood was good that morning.
awesome interview and the diary is going to be amazing!! Seeing Tony in San Diego for I believe show #1!
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.
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.
SUCH A SPECIAL PLAYER
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.🥳🥳
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.
Funny how they hate bootlegs when they’re happening but decades later the bootlegs are valuable
@@MakeWeirdMusic Haha! Exactly! Mine’s pretty muddy but a nice little keepsake.
Cannot wait for that tour to get here next month
Tony is, in an overused phrase perhaps, a class act.
lovely. thank you for this.
Super-fantastic interview, questions, and answers! I love Tony's musicianship. Thanks for posting.
Thanks! I just posted the rest of this interview today
December in San Antonio will be a good time to visit...
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)!
He would be fun! I've spent several hours with Thomas, including time at his apartment. Fascinating guy.
Crimson with zero British accents. What a world we're living in.
Still lots of notes though. Haha
All the notes & then some.
Yes but it's not Crimson without Robert 😊
Interesting, much like the new Yes with Jon Anderson… all New York accents but Jon
@@stuartwaby3081or Bill.
wow Tony looks great! such an inspiration!
hey Alan
@@damorgan2000 fancy seeing you here!
Tonys looking great ' what a musician 😮
Wish they could bring the beat project to the uk
I really hope they do, too
Wow, thx!
Welcome!
very excited for this!
Killer tour
Totally agree. I loved it.
Excellent :). Great interview and good questions from the audience , well done all.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Pleeeeze offer a night of live stream or DVD!!!
Pleeeeze! 😊
hi, saludos from México
Looking forward to this. Get the a/c fixed on that bus! 😁😎🤓
He looks extremely healthy and happy!
Steve is funny. Tony is awesome. Hello from Bass Frontiers 30 years later.
Big Love for T-Lev!
God I love this man.
He loves you too. He told me. :D
@@MakeWeirdMusic 😀
Assuming the stage plot is the same as the 80s lineup I'll be front row on Tony's side. Extremely excited
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!
Awesome!! Have a great time, Michael
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?
Thanks, Tom! I will be at Celebrity. Come say hi. Might also see the Tucson show in December.
@@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.
Oh awesome! Sorry, I only see usernames and small avatar pictures in this youtube comment feed. See you next week
Top Bass Player !! A Real One !!
100%
See you in December Tony!
Press the vinyl please. Nice rapid-fire Q&A. I'm a big fan Tony! Keep it true, keep it beat.
Full interview coming soon.
A true master
Yes. He is the best.
TL is number one man!
T-Lev - one of the first bloggers ever. I followed his Papa Bear site for years
esperemos que saquen un disco ya sea en vivo o un nuevo material
Please come to Porto Alegre, Brazil?😊
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!
I know they are filming stuff already. I think it'll be well documented.
Please come to brazil
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).
Totally understandable. Maybe something will pop up
I paid for the expensive seats. Saw them in Napa. Sooooo worth it!
After all these years, i'm still waiting for Word Diary part 2....
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 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I think they’ll do Europe in 2025
@@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 ;)))))))))
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
Tony answers that at the end. In short: they don’t know yet.
That's a very young "almost 80" holy shit. It's... no surprise I guess.... but it is also a surprise.
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
He doesn't age, he evolves. :)
@@MakeWeirdMusic love it 😆
Come in Europe please
🤙
Tony one of my bass heroes.
Amazing player and eclectic.
First time with ABWH & Gabriel @ many times with Crimson.
Unfortunately they say never meet your heroes.
This rang true a few years ago Liverpool Beatles convention.
Tony talking about his contribution in Double Fantasy.
Ask him for a picture & autograph.
Sadly he was extremely rude to me & a friend .
It would have been much easier to take the selfie a move on .
But hey still a big fan 🎸
Tony is human. 99% of the interactions I've heard about and experienced have been kind and generous. You probably just caught him at a bad time. Or maybe you were too pushy. :)
@@MakeWeirdMusic yes maybe.
But when you consider following and supporting his illustrious career at great expense with all the different bands .
I expected more ,perhaps you had to be there.
Totally out of character I’m sure.
But disappointing all the same 😎
@@MakeWeirdMusic interesting that you initially loved my comment at first glance.
Then after reading full comment it was removed.
Fair enough for that you have my respect.
Good luck with your channel ✊
I understand the experience you had and I don't want anyone to see me "love" your comment and misconstrue it as support for Tony being "extremely rude." He was probably just having a bad day. No offense. I'm glad you met him, I'm sorry it wasn't a great experience.
@@MakeWeirdMusic; @liammolyneuxmusic good conversation
🤟🏻
Tony Levin always seemed to me like the Bass Overlord.
when are they playing in Europe?
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...
Hahaha, well there's only so much material to cover. Maybe they'll write something new, too?
Amazing interview!!!!
How did you get his management contact? I'm journalist from a Brazil huge prog channel and magazine and we really want to interview him, but we can't find his proper media enquire. Do you know where I could find?
@@kelvyn_araujo email me and I’ll get you in touch with his agent.
@@MakeWeirdMusic Ok! I'll contact you soon
@@MakeWeirdMusic E-mail sent!!!!
@@kelvyn_araujo Forwarded it to his agent.
@@MakeWeirdMusic Thanks. As soon as you get any reply, answer my e-mail. Again, thank you very much!