I’ve said it before and I’m saying it again. Joe Chambers is doing the lord’s work with the Musician’s Hall of Fame, and by preserving history with the hall and these videos. For a music fanatic like myself that can never have enough details or stories of those very special times, it’s a goldmine. Lastly Joe, if you all start a Patreon I know lots of us would gladly give you $5-$10 a month to do what you do. Either way, thank you Joe and the rest of the people at the hall. I’m looking forward to the trip that brings me back the area so we can tour it. Take care
me too LOVE the Funk Brothers the Wrecking Crew, The Applee Jacks and the cats from Muscle Sholes and from the studio that did the Impressions and so many others
I agree with you Tom W 100%. I am a Memphis musician and love hearing about this stuff and the history of it all, Joe digs in and gets the real story. Thank you Joe Chambers for doing all of this for us.
I come away with the same feeling every time, it's amazing the talent that share such insight into their lives and career. Joe must have skin in the game in all facets, these legends seem so relaxed, obviously there's a trust that Joe and all those at the museum will share this once in a lifetime slice of americana, truly legendary.
I moved to Nashville in 77 to play with Del Reeves on the Opry. It went on from there but Pig was "the man" and I have *never* heard him interviewed. So cool, Joe... and I can't thank you enough 😎👍-Will
Ah Pig. What a sweet, lovely, talented guy. My Grannie, Helen Burns, played for the Opry when they'd go through Montana. She was a pianist also. Billy Walker remembered her. What a joy it was to talk to him about that. Thanks Joe. Love from our house Darlin' One.
I'm just now listening to the interview. I'm already blown away by this guy. The intro to Behind closed doors is a riff a lot of people recognize. I'm a big Charlie Ritch fan, and I always thought he played the riff.
Dewey Watts Pig is such a kind man, private. Easy to work with. And, no wonder he was selected to tour with for seven weeks. Musicians need to be surrounded with people they feel comfortable with and can enjoy the time off together between shows.
I own two CDs Joan Baez recorded in Nashville in 1968/69 with Pig Robbins on piano and the rest of the Nashville A team. One with Joan singing songs by Bob Dylan. Great recordings.
My musical hero. I learned more from Pig and never got to meet him. I did get to talk to him on the phone and I got to tell him how much he influenced me. A wonderful kind man. I still use his licks today. He was the best.
You hear Pig's name come up when there's studio musicians talkin' about the Cream of the Crop players. Broke my heart when he did the Charlie Rich intro. Hey he can't do that! That's Charlie!! Incredible .How great. Thank you Joe.
What a beautiful, modest and humble Gentle Man. Pig's fingers tickle the ivory's in such a meaningful and effortless way. His support to so many musicians, literally made the magical hook that made them. God bless - great interview just like sitting in the front room with a Cup of Tea and biscuit (sorry for my American Brothers and Sisters - Cookie!).
Paul, that’s exactly how my dad, Joe, wanted it to feel. Glad you enjoyed, thanks for supporting the channel. Hope you can visit the museum sometime. Best, Britt
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum He clearly shows his ability to put the interviewee at ease and enjoy the experience. Your Dad is a natural and clearly well- read in to Pig's past.
Fantastic interview, Joe, as always. And, Pig seems like such a nice, modest guy, in addition to being a fantastic musician. Many thanks to you both for this.
I admire the Nashville session musicians, including Mr. Robbins. Very talented people. My favorite singer is Jim Reeves. Pig did some wonderful stuff on some of Jim's records.
What a legend. The body of work that Pig played on is incredible. Joe, you're a lucky guy to be able to interview these fascinating people. It's sad though, that most of the original Nashville A-team are no longer with us.
And now Joe Chambers is no longer here. I think Charlie McCoy is the last remaining one from the A team as of this crew. I have to say though he almost seems to live on in Gordon Mote - both blind and both A list session piano players in Nashville, just different generations
Hi Joe what a lovely surprise to find this interview. Pig is one of my heroes, and as a pianist myself I know how incredibly difficult it is to have a unique signature style so when someone does, the greatest respect
I played in a band about 35 years ago where the singer went down to Nashville to record a single; he spoke about this amazing 'Pig'-guy who played piano. Pig re-arranged the song he'd brought as a demo. Apparently Pig rearranged it in 5 minutes, and it was NOTHING like the demo. They then recorded it in 5 minutes; it was around THAT time I decided to pursue another line of work:)
Great questions Joe, I always think if an interviewer can make someone smile, laugh and take a moment to reminisce, before answering the question, it's a great question. I grew up listening to the 'A' team and Pig Robbins was a big favourite of mine along with Pete Drake. That group of musicians had such a recognisable sound.
Tom..... I am very humbled that you would say that as it was never what I intended to do. For that fact neither was writing country songs or founding a museum. I wanted to be in a successful rock band. Luckily I have enjoyed it and people like you have made it all worthwhile. Thank you very much.... Joe
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Pig has so much talent. What a great historical part of the Nashville music scene he was a part of. Joe your channel is the most informative and enjoyable music channel on TH-cam. Thank you for sharing to us all!
No doubt. This channel is one of the most educational on youtube just because of the names one learns that were never celebrated. The anecdotal material is priceless.
I believe they called them custom sessions. Charlie McCoy was the band leader and he had Sonny Garrish on steel!!! He used a ray -gun type hairdryer to warm up his pedal steel. We cut at Wayne Moss's studio and I remember a gold record for "Greatest Hits of the Steve Miller Band" on the wall. As to your question it was a song writer whose was friends with Terry Dearmoor, the writers name I do not remember,but we did a whole album. It was great getting some master scale checks !!!! Pigs playing was really Outstanding for his Style. I played for Charlie Rich Live for several shows. My first Nashville session was when I was 16 at Shelby Singleton Studio, for a Arkansas songwriter named Billy Cole. I remember the parking lot had signs that read "Studio Musicians Only" I also remember wanting to change a mistake I made and the producer refused saying " The Farmers wont know and the Teenagers wont care"
I have to admit I have never heard of Pig Robbins, but those riffs are timeless. Yet again Joe, another excellent interview with a true gent. Thank you.
Well jeez! You learn something new everyday. I definitely had no idea that it was anyone other than Charlie Rich playing the intro to Behind Closed Doors. The second Mr Robbins finished, I launched into "My baby makes me proud..." I'm sure I saw a dozen or so TV shows with Charlie performing the song as well. That was back when AM radio played everything, Top 40 had country, pop, standards, novelty tunes, rock, it was more of a wide open format, it wasn't so "niche" in the early 70's. Those unheralded session guys have really been getting their due lately with The Wrecking Crew documentary on Netflix,definitely this channel, and it really helps to tell the whole story of how popular music is made. I like how these songs and sounds we hold near and dear are things that some of these guys think of "Oh yeah, that was a good session....". :)
Interesting point is that producer Billy Sherrill didn’t want Charlie to play on his own records because he told Charlie he was “too busy” on the piano and had Charlie stand over Pig’s shoulder during tracking so he could watch his phrasing while he sang. Charlie really loved jazz and his playing in later years (Pictures and Paintings) display that. I’m a mega Charlie Rich fan. Sam Phillips said he was the most talented artist he ever worked with. Cheers
I love Joe Chambers' interviews, he doesn't ask stupid questions. He asks about the things us musicians and music lovers want to know about. He can bring up questions that might be a little touchy in a gentle and respectful way and he can tell when an artist isn't comfortable talking about something and quickly move on. He gives credit and respect to the many great artists like Pig Robbins that most people have never heard of. Thanks for your work Joe.
Msoiseth3419, my dad, Joe, was very close with Pig & would use always him on his sessions… this interview in particular was at our home. Thank you for your very thoughtful comments & continued support for the channel, it would have meant so much to Joe, and does to me too. Hope you can visit the museum sometime. Best, Britt
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum I didn't know that Joe had passed away, I'm sorry to hear that. He had great knowledge about music, particularly the lesser known 'behind the stars' stuff that I love. Sorry for your loss.
Thank you for the interview of a man whose talent has been a continual inspiration for many years. Search YT for "Mel Robbins Save It Argo 5340" to hear the white-hot rockabilly thumper Pig cut for the Chess family of labels in 1959.
Yet another great interview Joe! I was not familiar with Mr. Robbins before watching this. Obviously an amazing piano player & studio musician. It always amazes me how someone with significant sight problems can learn to play an instrument. Looking forward to part 2 of your interview. Be well & stay safe....👍😉
Dang Joe....another home run...wow. Did you happen to ask Pig how he got into session playing (and stayed there like no pianist before or since) without being able to read? Of course we know another studio icon - Glen Campbell - couldn't read music, but Pig very literally coudn't even see. So he would not have been able to take visual cues from colleagues. This just blows my mind!
Hi Jake... yes I did.... Pig said he took piano lessons at the school for the blind. I agree.... it has always amazed me how all of the session players can just listen to a demo tape without a instrument in their hand and write the chord or in Nashville the number charts . It’s even more amazing that a blind person like Pig can just sit there and remember everything. Even help the sighted players occasionally. Be sure to watch part two with Pig in a few days. Best... Joe
Mr. Robbins still plays. I have hired him through my producer Chris Henry to work on a couple of demos. Each take is better than the next. I am forever grateful. If you need a great session player, call him!
LEGEND player you actually got him to play closed doors and brown eyes blue ..i need this Respect to this channel ..side note. Crystal Gayle is fine af though
Joe, awesome interview! Pig got to work with some great talent, being part of the Nashville A Team! He mentioned Larry Butler, who was from Pensacola Florida! Larry got his start on a local TV show, the Lynn Tony Show! It was a daily after school children’s show featuring cartoons, during breaks Larry would play piano with Lynn on a standup bass! We never imagined he would become a big time Nashville producer! Looking forward to seeing part 2!💫
Hi Larry... yes I knew Larry... great musician and producer... he made Kenny Rogers record Lucille... Kenny hated it... they had finished the album because Kenny kept passing on Lucille every time Larry tried to record it. They had 15 minutes left on the clock on the very last session and Larry insisted Kenny record Lucille... Kenny said Ok I’ll sing it once and that’s it!! Larry ran over the music with the players while Kenny looked over the lyrics.. They played it once.Kenny sang it while they recorded it and no overdubs. That was the record... if it had not been a hit Kenny was going to be dropped from the label.. best... Joe
Hey, Joe! I just discovered your channel and I am so happy that I did. You have such a nice interviewing style: personable and respectful with insightful questions.
Not about Pig, but about Loretta Lynn and Patsy Cline: When Loretta had been in Nashville just a short time, Patsy Cline came up to her and said, "Well, ain't you the stuck up one!" Loretta shot back, "Me? Where I come from the people who've been there welcome the newcomers, and you ain't said a word to me since I got here!" Patsy started laughing and said, "You're alright, kid. You gotta have some gumption to stand up to The Cline like that." I don't think either one of them was a pushover.
Willie, thank you for your kind comments…. It would have meant a lot to my dad, Joe, and does to me too. This particular interview was at our home… he would always use Pig on his sessions & they were close friends, so I know like many of these interviews, it was really fun to do. Hope you find more on the channel to enjoy & hope you can visit the museum sometime too. Happy New Year, Britt
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum I hope some of them get to see how people all over are learning about them and recognizing their massive contributions. I rewound this three times to listen to him play again. No idea who made and played these tunes I’ve heard a million times. More pure Gold from MHOF. 💎
Joe Chamber’s love and respect for Pig Robbins comes thru in every minute of this interview. Joe’s knowledge of the people, the places, and the music give him a huge advantage when speaking to someone as experienced and revered as Robbins. Anyone else conducting this interview would not have done as well as Joe. I found it twice as interesting because I’m a big fan of both Joe and Hargus.
notbraindead, my dad, Joe, would have so appreciated your kind comments. Dad was a songwriter and producer, and when he was in the studio he would choose to use Pig as often as possible. They were great friends, and although most interviews he would travel to them, in this one Pig came to our home. Thank you for your support of the channel, if you haven’t been to the museum I hope you can visit- I know you would love it. Best, Britt
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum I did not know your dad passed. It saddens me deeply. It is so rare for someone to have the courage to act on a dream. What a huge undertaking the Musicians Hall of Fame must have been and to invest his personal fortune is the true gift of an angel. Joe Chambers created and built the Musicians Hall of Fame, with love and dedication to its purpose. There's a special place in heaven reserved for Joe Chambers, may he rest in peace..
Notbraindead… that was very special to read, thank you so much for all you wrote. I agree with you on it all. We spent 3 weeks with Dad in ICU and beyond all the content we already have I left my phone on record everyday… he was so full of truth and kindness towards everyone until the last breath… he loved his life but he also had such peace going to Jesus. Beyond that, I am really thankful for this interview- and I think you may like it. It is on The Sessions Panel. th-cam.com/video/_cFjvNUIWvo/w-d-xo.html Again, thank you for your kindness & support. Best, Britt
Your channel is educational. I never fail to learn things I would have never known if I hadn't watched Joe's interviews! Pig is an amazing talent. Thanks again Joe!
Joe, when you started asking Pig about all the hits he had played on for the many varied artists… my head was spinning so fast I thought it might explode… !!!
What a legend Hargus"Pig" Robbins is and this interview is wonderful. Joe I can't help but wonder if theres a story behind the stand up bass in the corner.
Hi David..... yes very much so. I had just bought the bass. The museum was under construction so it was at my house for a couple of years... That’s the bass Lightin used on Your Cheatin Heart.....Too many other songs and artist to mention now. Best, Joe
Billy Sherrill's father was an evangelical preacher and Billy would play piano for some of the services. Apparently, his father whacked him once as Billy played a thinly-churchified version of " Bye Bye Blues" at a funeral service!
It would have been easier to just list the ones he didn’t play with. I sincerely hope he, and others like him were compensated well enough. THEY are the ones who made the public love the people they elevated to stardom. It’s quite a revelation when you fully appreciate this and what they really did. Yes there were others who made it happen, but people fall in love with those tunes for the music. Once again, pure Gold Joe.
Eric, thank you for supporting the channel. My dad, Joe, and Pig were great friends, this interview in particular was at our home…. I love it too. Hope you can visit the museum sometime. Best, Britt
❤we sure miss you Joe Chambers. I saw Mister Robbin’s sit in at the Nashville Palace in the very late 80s. What a privilege. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours Britt❤️
Thank you so much for getting them to talk about all the hits and the parts he played it's so fascinating to hear his little peace his little piece of the hit jigsaw puzzle , Except the incredibly iconic ,Behind Closed Doors and Brown Eyes Blue..always Yeah assumed closed doors was Floyd Kramer I thought that was his kind of signature lick ,style?that Lilting ,half step thing...wonder who played on that Dougie Kershaw Louisana Man? Thats some rockin' 88's chere! Was hoping Pig would mention my bud, from Houma kung fu karl Himmel who played drums on Neil's Comes A Time,came up with that half time groove...he's got a CV of gold records,long as a politician's verbage! Thnx for great content sir!!
Hi 6412..... no kidding.... Pig ...part two will be up soon... I hope you get to see it too. It has some funny stories about some of the sessions and the A-Team family.... and they truly were family... Best, Joe...... P.S.... if we ever meet I’ll share some stories I can’t put in print:)
Thanks for watching Thomas… basically that’s what I did but included well known musicians too… not as singers but as musicians. No body who’s not a musician . Best… Joe
Thank you! Would really love to hear something about the great background singers that worked in those days, like The Anita Kerr singers and The Jordanaires.
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum True. But, I was born in 1960, and wasn't a whole lot into wanting to know the personel till around 72-73. But, I often find myself looking over Wikipedia for many folks that grab my attention. Great following your work, Joe. Teddy
@@seeburg10 It was the International Harvesters tour 1985. Saw them in CLE. Mr. Rollins said in his part 2 interview that was the only time that he was on tour! 💞
@@wash711 That's correct, I had the name of the tour wrong. Wasn't it great? I remembered Neil encored with "Down By The River" (OK, not country at all) and his distorted but beautiful solo made me think of Hendrix.
@@seeburg10 I saw them in 84 and Waylon opened. In 85 David Allen Coe opened. Neil encored Ohio at that show. There's a youtube video I believe from Boston. Video isn't great but the audio isn't bad. They do Down by the River and it's phenomenal!! Mr. Rollins added a whole new feel. And Neil's soloing is otherworldly.
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I’ve said it before and I’m saying it again. Joe Chambers is doing the lord’s work with the Musician’s Hall of Fame, and by preserving history with the hall and these videos. For a music fanatic like myself that can never have enough details or stories of those very special times, it’s a goldmine. Lastly Joe, if you all start a Patreon I know lots of us would gladly give you $5-$10 a month to do what you do. Either way, thank you Joe and the rest of the people at the hall. I’m looking forward to the trip that brings me back the area so we can tour it. Take care
Thanks Thomas… we do have a account if you’d like to donate. Either way I appreciate your watching… Joe
Session players are the musicians I look up to the most!!! Unsung heroes🙏🙏🙏
me too LOVE the Funk Brothers the Wrecking Crew, The Applee Jacks and the cats from Muscle Sholes and from the studio that did the Impressions and so many others
I will type this again; Joe's interviews are the best in the business.
(and Joe, I am not just stating this to be nice!)
Many thanks Tom... Joe
I agree with you Tom W 100%. I am a Memphis musician and love hearing about this stuff and the history of it all, Joe digs in and gets the real story. Thank you Joe Chambers for doing all of this for us.
Thank you too 1978.... joe
I come away with the same feeling every time, it's amazing the talent that share such insight into their lives and career. Joe must have skin in the game in all facets, these legends seem so relaxed, obviously there's a trust that Joe and all those at the museum will share this once in a lifetime slice of americana, truly legendary.
Tom, I find myself repeating the same thing over, and over, and over again with each new release from Joe and MHOF.
I moved to Nashville in 77 to play with Del Reeves on the Opry. It went on from there but Pig was "the man" and I have *never* heard him interviewed. So cool, Joe... and I can't thank you enough 😎👍-Will
Thanks for watching Wilbur..Joe
I was intrigued watching 'Pig' play on LB sessions for Kenny Rogers!
Pig is not only a great musician, he is a curator of music history. He knows everything!
The only person who knew more American music history than Pig was Cash. And it was pretty close. Both were walking encyclopedias.
Tiny Tim also!
Ah Pig. What a sweet, lovely, talented guy.
My Grannie, Helen Burns, played for the Opry when they'd go through Montana. She was a pianist also. Billy Walker remembered her. What a joy it was to talk to him about that.
Thanks Joe. Love from our house Darlin' One.
Thanks Goldie.... Best, Joe
This is quickly becoming my favorite channel on TH-cam.
Thanks Catfish... Joe
Mine too. Thanks, Joe.
I'm just now listening to the interview. I'm already blown away by this guy. The intro to Behind closed doors is a riff a lot of people recognize. I'm a big Charlie Ritch fan, and I always thought he played the riff.
I thought he played it too. This guy is amazing.
His brother Forrest Robbins taught me whatever I know about playing drums
Pig is great. With this series, I feel like the musicians of my youth stopped by the house for a drink and a chat.
Dewey Watts Pig is such a kind man, private. Easy to work with. And, no wonder he was selected to tour with for seven weeks. Musicians need to be surrounded with people they feel comfortable with and can enjoy the time off together between shows.
What an age we live in
I own two CDs Joan Baez recorded in Nashville in 1968/69 with Pig Robbins on piano and the rest of the Nashville A team. One with Joan singing songs by Bob Dylan. Great recordings.
My musical hero. I learned more from Pig and never got to meet him. I did get to talk to him on the phone and I got to tell him how much he influenced me. A wonderful kind man. I still use his licks today. He was the best.
You hear Pig's name come up when there's studio musicians talkin' about the Cream of the Crop players. Broke my heart when he did the Charlie Rich intro. Hey he can't do that! That's Charlie!! Incredible .How great. Thank you Joe.
Thank you too Buddy... Joe
What a humble soul. Thank you, Joe.
Best of the BEST, then there's Mr.Pig Robbins !!!!! Thanks for all these videos & your time Joe !!!!!!!!
So glad you’re enjoying watching them Thomas… thanks, Joe
Wow, that was fantastic. I've known the name but that resume was ridiculous. Thanks again for all these great interviews Joe.
Simultaneously the most low profile yet awesome guys I have ever seen.
Excellent!
What's funny is that Pig played both of these intros in C on this video. "Brown Eyes" was recorded in Gb and "Doors" was in Db! 🎹
What a beautiful, modest and humble Gentle Man. Pig's fingers tickle the ivory's in such a meaningful and effortless way. His support to so many musicians, literally made the magical hook that made them. God bless - great interview just like sitting in the front room with a Cup of Tea and biscuit (sorry for my American Brothers and Sisters - Cookie!).
Paul, that’s exactly how my dad, Joe, wanted it to feel. Glad you enjoyed, thanks for supporting the channel. Hope you can visit the museum sometime.
Best,
Britt
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum He clearly shows his ability to put the interviewee at ease and enjoy the experience. Your Dad is a natural and clearly well- read in to Pig's past.
Again Paul, thank you- I know your kind words would have meant a lot to him.
Always saw this guys name on a lot of records he is awesome the true real deal love your work mr pig I play guitar love playing with u
Fantastic interview, Joe, as always.
And, Pig seems like such a nice, modest guy, in addition to being a fantastic musician.
Many thanks to you both for this.
I'm speechless again; can't wait for part 2. Thanks, Joe.
Hi Too... it’s good... I love Pig... as you have seen he’s very funny as well as a great player... best... Joe
I admire the Nashville session musicians, including Mr. Robbins. Very talented people. My favorite singer is Jim Reeves. Pig did some wonderful stuff on some of Jim's records.
I'm related to pig he's like my great uncle
Jim is the greatest. One of s kind.
What a legend. The body of work that Pig played on is incredible. Joe, you're a lucky guy to be able to interview these fascinating people. It's sad though, that most of the original Nashville A-team are no longer with us.
Yes I am very lucky Deke..... thanks again for watching...Joe
And now Joe Chambers is no longer here. I think Charlie McCoy is the last remaining one from the A team as of this crew. I have to say though he almost seems to live on in Gordon Mote - both blind and both A list session piano players in Nashville, just different generations
Great interview.
a history lesson in country music
Thanks Mike... Joe
He's my great uncle
Great interview Joe! Gordon Mote carries the piano torch in Nashville these days. Pig is certainly a treasure!
love Gordon too
Hi Joe what a lovely surprise to find this interview. Pig is one of my heroes, and as a pianist myself I know how incredibly difficult it is to have a unique signature style so when someone does, the greatest respect
Glad you enjoyed it Dean... Joe
Awesome interview and amazing musician. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Take it easy Pig. Thank you for leaving behind all the great music and this tremendous interview. Gonna miss you.
I played in a band about 35 years ago where the singer went down to Nashville to record a single; he spoke about this amazing 'Pig'-guy who played piano. Pig re-arranged the song he'd brought as a demo. Apparently Pig rearranged it in 5 minutes, and it was NOTHING like the demo. They then recorded it in 5 minutes; it was around THAT time I decided to pursue another line of work:)
Funny story but true.... I too decided to pursue songwriting after hearing these studio players... Best... Joe
Great questions Joe, I always think if an interviewer can make someone smile, laugh and take a moment to reminisce, before answering the question, it's a great question. I grew up listening to the 'A' team and Pig Robbins was a big favourite of mine along with Pete Drake. That group of musicians had such a recognisable sound.
Nobody is a better interviewer than Joe.
Tom..... I am very humbled that you would say that as it was never what I intended to do. For that fact neither was writing country songs or founding a museum. I wanted to be in a successful rock band. Luckily I have enjoyed it and people like you have made it all worthwhile. Thank you very much.... Joe
Pig has so much talent. What a great historical part of the Nashville music scene he was a part of. Joe your channel is the most informative and enjoyable music channel on TH-cam. Thank you for sharing to us all!
Thanks again Jose’.... Joe
Absolutely love this channel
Thanks 567.... Joe
No doubt. This channel is one of the most educational on youtube just because of the names one learns that were never celebrated.
The anecdotal material is priceless.
I believe they called them custom sessions. Charlie McCoy was the band leader and he had Sonny Garrish on steel!!! He used a ray -gun type hairdryer to warm up his pedal steel. We cut at Wayne Moss's studio and I remember a gold record for "Greatest Hits of the Steve Miller Band" on the wall. As to your question it was a song writer whose was friends with Terry Dearmoor, the writers name I do not remember,but we did a whole album. It was great getting some master scale checks !!!! Pigs playing was really Outstanding for his Style. I played for Charlie Rich Live for several shows. My first Nashville session was when I was 16 at Shelby Singleton Studio, for a Arkansas songwriter named Billy Cole. I remember the parking lot had signs that read "Studio Musicians Only" I also remember wanting to change a mistake I made and the producer refused saying " The Farmers wont know and the Teenagers wont care"
I’ve watched this 100 times. Whenever I get the blues this cures it.
I have to admit I have never heard of Pig Robbins, but those riffs are timeless. Yet again Joe, another excellent interview with a true gent. Thank you.
Thank you too Anthony... Joe
Thanks Joe for another great interview. Looking forward to the next one!
Thanks Rick... Joe
Well jeez! You learn something new everyday. I definitely had no idea that it was anyone other than Charlie Rich playing the intro to Behind Closed Doors. The second Mr Robbins finished, I launched into "My baby makes me proud..." I'm sure I saw a dozen or so TV shows with Charlie performing the song as well. That was back when AM radio played everything, Top 40 had country, pop, standards, novelty tunes, rock, it was more of a wide open format, it wasn't so "niche" in the early 70's. Those unheralded session guys have really been getting their due lately with The Wrecking Crew documentary on Netflix,definitely this channel, and it really helps to tell the whole story of how popular music is made. I like how these songs and sounds we hold near and dear are things that some of these guys think of "Oh yeah, that was a good session....". :)
Interesting point is that producer Billy Sherrill didn’t want Charlie to play on his own records because he told Charlie he was “too busy” on the piano and had Charlie stand over Pig’s shoulder during tracking so he could watch his phrasing while he sang. Charlie really loved jazz and his playing in later years (Pictures and Paintings) display that. I’m a mega Charlie Rich fan. Sam Phillips said he was the most talented artist he ever worked with. Cheers
I got to work with him and he was great!!!
What did you play with Pig Steve? Best, Joe
I love Joe Chambers' interviews, he doesn't ask stupid questions. He asks about the things us musicians and music lovers want to know about. He can bring up questions that might be a little touchy in a gentle and respectful way and he can tell when an artist isn't comfortable talking about something and quickly move on. He gives credit and respect to the many great artists like Pig Robbins that most people have never heard of. Thanks for your work Joe.
Msoiseth3419, my dad, Joe, was very close with Pig & would use always him on his sessions… this interview in particular was at our home. Thank you for your very thoughtful comments & continued support for the channel, it would have meant so much to Joe, and does to me too.
Hope you can visit the museum sometime.
Best,
Britt
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum I didn't know that Joe had passed away, I'm sorry to hear that. He had great knowledge about music, particularly the lesser known 'behind the stars' stuff that I love. Sorry for your loss.
Thank you msoiseth3419.
Thank you for the interview of a man whose talent has been a continual inspiration for many years. Search YT for "Mel Robbins Save It Argo 5340" to hear the white-hot rockabilly thumper Pig cut for the Chess family of labels in 1959.
Keep em coming Joe :)
Yet another great interview Joe! I was not familiar with Mr. Robbins before watching this. Obviously an amazing piano player & studio musician. It always amazes me how someone with significant sight problems can learn to play an instrument. Looking forward to part 2 of your interview. Be well & stay safe....👍😉
Best Steve... Joe
me too had a hard enough times sometimes when i played and i can see
What an incredibly modest man!
Dang Joe....another home run...wow. Did you happen to ask Pig how he got into session playing (and stayed there like no pianist before or since) without being able to read? Of course we know another studio icon - Glen Campbell - couldn't read music, but Pig very literally coudn't even see. So he would not have been able to take visual cues from colleagues. This just blows my mind!
Hi Jake... yes I did.... Pig said he took piano lessons at the school for the blind. I agree.... it has always amazed me how all of the session players can just listen to a demo tape without a instrument in their hand and write the chord or in Nashville the number charts . It’s even more amazing that a blind person like Pig can just sit there and remember everything. Even help the sighted players occasionally. Be sure to watch part two with Pig in a few days. Best... Joe
I really enjoy your interviews Joe. You are a great person to do this as you seem to know everybody already.
Thanks David..... glad you are enjoying watching them.... best, Joe
Pig is and always will be the GOAT on piano.
Great interview.
You ask all of the right questions.
Thanks Live Wire..., I appreciate it... Joe
Great interview! Mr. Robins just an incredible talent!!
Mr. Robbins still plays. I have hired him through my producer Chris Henry to work on a couple of demos. Each take is better than the next. I am forever grateful. If you need a great session player, call him!
Great interviews. Iconic musicians and riffs/hooks.
Joe is such a great interviewer, letting the musicians' stories and personalities shine through, without interjecting. Quite enjoyable, yes.
Thank you Don…… Joe
Pig played the organ on "Hey Paula" by Paul and Paula
LEGEND player you actually got him to play closed doors and brown eyes blue ..i need this Respect to this channel ..side note. Crystal Gayle is fine af though
Hargus's piano takes center stage on Tom T Hall's song called Little Brown Suitcase, one of my favorite TTH songs. Sets the mood for the song.
Hargus nailed it on George Jones', "Warm Red Wine." One among many other memorable contributions to others' recordings.
I'm in awe of all these session players Joe interviews. But to be blind and understanding the arrangement - by ear- and making gold is amazing!
Thanks again for watching and sharing your thoughts John...Joe
Others are Ray Charles and Ronnie Milsap.
Absolutely great interviews!
Thanks for watching peach….. Joe
Thank you Joe for this awesome video interview. I'm learning a lot from originals.
Thanks Ivan... Joe
Joe, awesome interview! Pig got to work with some great talent, being part of the Nashville A Team! He mentioned Larry Butler, who was from Pensacola Florida! Larry got his start on a local TV show, the Lynn Tony Show! It was a daily after school children’s show featuring cartoons, during breaks Larry would play piano with Lynn on a standup bass! We never imagined he would become a big time Nashville producer! Looking forward to seeing part 2!💫
Hi Larry... yes I knew Larry... great musician and producer... he made Kenny Rogers record Lucille... Kenny hated it... they had finished the album because Kenny kept passing on Lucille every time Larry tried to record it. They had 15 minutes left on the clock on the very last session and Larry insisted Kenny record Lucille... Kenny said Ok I’ll sing it once and that’s it!! Larry ran over the music with the players while Kenny looked over the lyrics.. They played it once.Kenny sang it while they recorded it and no overdubs. That was the record... if it had not been a hit Kenny was going to be dropped from the label.. best... Joe
Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum , amazing story about Lucille, that explains why he and Kenny became life long friends!💫
These interviews are awesome!! I love em all !!
Thanks Todd.... joe
Hey, Joe! I just discovered your channel and I am so happy that I did. You have such a nice interviewing style: personable and respectful with insightful questions.
Thank you James..... I’m glad you found us tiijn
Not about Pig, but about Loretta Lynn and Patsy Cline: When Loretta had been in Nashville just a short time, Patsy Cline came up to her and said, "Well, ain't you the stuck up one!" Loretta shot back, "Me? Where I come from the people who've been there welcome the newcomers, and you ain't said a word to me since I got here!" Patsy started laughing and said, "You're alright, kid. You gotta have some gumption to stand up to The Cline like that." I don't think either one of them was a pushover.
That was Jan Howard, not Loretta Lynn.
This legend has more of a mark left on history than all that's in the bible, great work recording this,huge country fan from Ireland!
Willie, thank you for your kind comments…. It would have meant a lot to my dad, Joe, and does to me too. This particular interview was at our home… he would always use Pig on his sessions & they were close friends, so I know like many of these interviews, it was really fun to do. Hope you find more on the channel to enjoy & hope you can visit the museum sometime too.
Happy New Year,
Britt
Strange how you’ve never heard of him but you’ve heard him.
Hi E.B ..... that’s the reason I founded the MHFM and shot all of these interviews... Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts... best... Joe
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum I hope some of them get to see how people all over are learning about them and recognizing their massive contributions. I rewound this three times to listen to him play again. No idea who made and played these tunes I’ve heard a million times. More pure Gold from MHOF. 💎
what a perfect way of sayin' it!
that is the sad thing about studio musicians they never get the due they are due
Love this an interview from your home & wonderful history of great musician Thanks so much God Bless
Thanks Nelly... Joe
Joe Chamber’s love and respect for Pig Robbins comes thru in every minute of this interview. Joe’s knowledge of the people, the places, and the music give him a huge advantage when speaking to someone as experienced and revered as Robbins. Anyone else conducting this interview would not have done as well as Joe. I found it twice as interesting because I’m a big fan of both Joe and Hargus.
notbraindead, my dad, Joe, would have so appreciated your kind comments. Dad was a songwriter and producer, and when he was in the studio he would choose to use Pig as often as possible. They were great friends, and although most interviews he would travel to them, in this one Pig came to our home.
Thank you for your support of the channel, if you haven’t been to the museum I hope you can visit- I know you would love it.
Best,
Britt
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum I did not know your dad passed. It saddens me deeply. It is so rare for someone to have the courage to act on a dream. What a huge undertaking the Musicians Hall of Fame must have been and to invest his personal fortune is the true gift of an angel. Joe Chambers created and built the Musicians Hall of Fame, with love and dedication to its purpose. There's a special place in heaven reserved for Joe Chambers, may he rest in peace..
Notbraindead… that was very special to read, thank you so much for all you wrote.
I agree with you on it all.
We spent 3 weeks with Dad in ICU and beyond all the content we already have I left my phone on record everyday… he was so full of truth and kindness towards everyone until the last breath… he loved his life but he also had such peace going to Jesus.
Beyond that, I am really thankful for this interview- and I think you may like it.
It is on The Sessions Panel.
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Again, thank you for your kindness & support.
Best,
Britt
Your channel is educational. I never fail to learn things I would have
never known if I hadn't watched Joe's interviews! Pig is an amazing
talent. Thanks again Joe!
Thanks again Kathy .... did Vince Gill today.... should be out soon......joe
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum Oh great! I can't wait to hear
it Joe! Thanks so much!
Thanks for the memories!
Joe, when you started asking Pig about all the hits he had played on for the many varied artists… my head was spinning so fast I thought it might explode… !!!
TUN….. I still get that feeling after all these years knowing and booking Pig on sessions. Thanks again for watching…Joe
So many of these greats Ive not heard of, only because of "Brown Eyes Blue" do I know this guys name. As usual, great stuff Joe.
Thanks Playpen... joe
What a legend Hargus"Pig" Robbins is and this interview is wonderful. Joe I can't help but wonder if theres a story behind the stand up bass in the corner.
Hi David..... yes very much so. I had just bought the bass. The museum was under construction so it was at my house for a couple of years... That’s the bass Lightin used on Your Cheatin Heart.....Too many other songs and artist to mention now. Best, Joe
Wonderful interview. Discovered Pig thru Vince Gill interview. Amazing career. His blindness didnt stop him being a great.
Thanks for watching Rog...Joe
Love your interviews. 💚🎸
Thanks 6.... joe
I'd always assumed that it was Charlie Rich playing piano on Behind Closed Doors. He is indeed an excellent piano player.
Billy Sherrill's father was an evangelical preacher and Billy would play piano for some of the services. Apparently, his father whacked him once as Billy played a thinly-churchified version of " Bye Bye Blues" at a funeral service!
It would have been easier to just list the ones he didn’t play with. I sincerely hope he, and others like him were compensated well enough. THEY are the ones who made the public love the people they elevated to stardom. It’s quite a revelation when you fully appreciate this and what they really did. Yes there were others who made it happen, but people fall in love with those tunes for the music. Once again, pure Gold Joe.
Thanks Pat... Joe
After listening to the whole interview I went back to 0:45 and listened for a minute and eight seconds three times. Off to see part two now.
Thanks for watching Ed.....Joe
Really good Joe. THANK YOU!
Thinking about ya Joe on Memorial day 🤟❤️🤟
I really enjoyed this, thank you very much
Eric, thank you for supporting the channel. My dad, Joe, and Pig were great friends, this interview in particular was at our home…. I love it too.
Hope you can visit the museum sometime.
Best,
Britt
Legends! Both of them.
Thanks for watching Truitt.... Merry Christmas...Joe
❤we sure miss you Joe Chambers. I saw Mister Robbin’s sit in at the Nashville Palace in the very late 80s. What a privilege. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours Britt❤️
Thank you SeeCSee, you are always so kind.
Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving today!
🤍-Britt
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum ❤️ I love you guys. Thank you for all you do and all you’ve done.
Thank you so much for getting them to talk about all the hits and the parts he played it's so fascinating to hear his little peace his little piece of the hit jigsaw puzzle , Except the incredibly iconic ,Behind Closed Doors and Brown Eyes Blue..always Yeah assumed closed doors was Floyd Kramer I thought that was his kind of signature lick ,style?that Lilting ,half step thing...wonder who played on that Dougie Kershaw Louisana Man? Thats some rockin' 88's chere! Was hoping Pig would mention my bud, from Houma kung fu karl Himmel who played drums on Neil's Comes A Time,came up with that half time groove...he's got a CV of gold records,long as a politician's verbage! Thnx for great content sir!!
Better to ask Pig ..who did you not play on..lol..thanks Joe
Hi 6412..... no kidding.... Pig ...part two will be up soon... I hope you get to see it too. It has some funny stories about some of the sessions and the A-Team family.... and they truly were family... Best, Joe...... P.S.... if we ever meet I’ll share some stories I can’t put in print:)
Joe... you should start a Hall of Fame just for studio people.
Thanks for watching Thomas… basically that’s what I did but included well known musicians too… not as singers but as musicians. No body who’s not a musician . Best… Joe
Great interview.
Thanks Tom... joe
Wonderful interview. I wasn't familiar with Pig's work. Is he still doing session work? Thank you again for these great interviews.
Hi Ray... yes Pig has been playing sessions but at the moment is under the weather... best, Joe
Thank you!
Would really love to hear something about the great background singers that worked in those days, like The Anita Kerr singers and The Jordanaires.
First saw Pig Robbins on the Marty Stuart Show on RFD-TV. Saw Marty's respect. Now I see why.
Since the 70's, every country music album/cd I pick up, I automatically tell myself "Pig" is gonna be credited for keys/piano.
Hi Ted.... that’s probably true but you need to start in the 60’s. Best, Joe
@@MusiciansHallofFameMuseum True. But, I was born in 1960, and wasn't a whole lot into wanting to know the personel till around 72-73. But, I often find myself looking over Wikipedia for many folks that grab my attention. Great following your work, Joe. Teddy
Thanks Teddy... joe
What an amazing career wow
777.... thank you for watching our channel.... I’m glad you liked Pigs interview... Joe
Would have been a shorter one if youd asked him what hits he didnt play on. Lol. J/k, but...damn.
Roger... this is only part one:)... Joe
lol
Awesome :) Thank you
His 1959 Jerry Lee Lewis style rockers for Argo records (as "Mel Robbins") are great as well!
Thanks for watching and sharing 747.... joe
There can only be one that's the best... Pig is the best at what he does.
Thanks for watching Nick…. Yes Pig is great. Best, Joe
Thanks To Gordon Mote I Heard About Pig Robbins ❤ This Guy Is AMAZING!!
I know Pig played on some Neil Young songs. Once an Angle is one for sure, on the Old Ways album. His piano is as distinctive as Neil's guitar! ❤️
Pig also toured with Neil Young after "Old Ways" on the "Rusted Out Garage" tour around 1985. That was a great band and a fine show.
@@seeburg10 It was the International Harvesters tour 1985. Saw them in CLE. Mr. Rollins said in his part 2 interview that was the only time that he was on tour! 💞
@@wash711 That's correct, I had the name of the tour wrong. Wasn't it great? I remembered Neil encored with "Down By The River" (OK, not country at all) and his distorted but beautiful solo made me think of Hendrix.
@@seeburg10 I saw them in 84 and Waylon opened.
In 85 David Allen Coe opened. Neil encored Ohio at that show.
There's a youtube video I believe from Boston. Video isn't great but the audio isn't bad. They do Down by the River and it's phenomenal!! Mr. Rollins added a whole new feel. And Neil's soloing is otherworldly.
Charlie was one of my fav piano players