Songs had a human feel as well. Of course, Jam's level of musicianship is exceptional, but everything wasn't quantized into oblivion back then. Feel was and is just as important.
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis wrote the soundtrack of me becoming an adult. Now my kids are listening to and enjoying the music that you produced. Thank You Jimmy and Terry. 🔊🎵🎼🎶🙏🏽
@@robertmason7553 Yes, one of my favorites. He talked a lot of trash weekly and backed it up. He was tossing out bulletin board material quicker than anyone ever. 😎😎😎😎
1st time I heard about it I reprogrammed the patch in my obxa (all patches had been deleted during a repair) and spent the afternoon jamming along the original song!
BigBobbyBolo, so true my man! I've always wondered what was used for that bass line,.. well now I and the rest of the world finally knows! Score Brotha'! 😎
Very cool to see the keyboard collection, love to see Jam play, rarely do you get to see Jam and Lewis actually play. I think that's part of their mystique and legend. I easily see why these guys are so successful, sure they are uber talented musicians and songwriters, but the music is truly who they are. They are humble enough and accepting of art, they are also interested in learning and remain aware of what's available and what's possible. Cutting edge. Jam is smiling the entire time he was going through all of this, and that inner joy is the real source of the magic, his gift. You can feel it. For sure, the only music producers who are clearly more famous than their clients.
To think that Prince created those first 2 TIME albums by himself is still crazy to me and those guys were talented enough to replicate it to perfection in concerts
"Terry loves Las Vegas." I can attest to that. In about 1997 or 1998 I was living in Vegas. I am a die hard Time fan, but was only like 14-15 when they were touring with Prince before they broke up. Always wanted to see them in concert, but was too young then. I saw the Time was playing at one of the Station Casinos. I decided to go. It was Morris and original Time members Jellybean, Monte, and Jerome. Terry was sitting in with the band. Great show for me as it was the first time ever seeing them. I hung out after the show. Heard a commotion at the craps table. Low and behold, Terry Lewis, Morris and Jerome playing craps. I stepped up to the table and played too. All the guys were very nice. Now how many people can say they played craps in Vegas with Terry Lewis, Morris Day, and Jerome Benton.
Hearing him pronounce Moog properly (long "o", not "ooh") actually speaks to the depth of his relationships with the manufacturers. The man is a genius and he's from a time (no pun intended) when you had to be able to play. You had to perform the songs...beginning to end...without the safety net of editing. Short of the occasional punch in/out, it's a lot of complete takes in those days. You might comp, but you recorded whole takes. This man deserves the career he's had. Big fan.
THE SOS BAND GAVE US WHAT I CALL DIVINE R & B ~ IT HAS THE COOLNESS OF THE HOOD AND THE SWEETNESS OF A GREAT GOSPEL SONG ~ LIKE FUNK FROM BEYOND ~ BRINGIN HEAVEN TO EARTH ~ HARMONY & BLISS BLESSINGS Y'ALL ~ HU SONG
Man - this blew me away. I love Jimmy and Terry's production. I remember when they did the SOS album when I was in 10th grade. I played the heck out of The Finest. Jimmy is smart - so naturally gifted, coupled with hard work -- and he is a talker. He loves to talk. You did a great job - you knew the music and that really pumped up Jimmy. Does Michael Dean know he was shouted out? Great job!!
Legends. Defined my music listing life in the 80s and 90s. All of their songs were bangers. No fillers. Janets stuff was off the chains. Id wish that sound would come back….
This was a very intriguing tour as Jimmy Jam talked about the songs he play on each instrument. I kept hearing each song in my head as he talked/played them. It brought back great memories.
He's the Ambassador of the Minneapolis Sound! Jam and Lewis along with Tyka Nelson have been keepers of the Flame with great humility. Prince putting together a lot of creative people from the neighborhood for his vision was probably the greatest thing he did. 💜
Because of tuning in to this video music museum James Harris III Aka Jimmy Jam u have influenced me so much that I've become music producer singer songwriter material I was born, fit, and built for this field. Along with ur partner Terry Lewis I'm so grateful to God to have enabled me and afforded me to live and witness legends like Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and L.A. AND Babyface and others on their musical journey and sharing their experiences ups and downs in the music industry their wisdom and Elmo if I have the man's name correct. It was a blessing to listen attentively that everything Jimmy Jam shared about the songwriting had a story behind it every instrument what he shared about his keyboards, pianos and how they were refurbished and redone and how manufacturers/designers worked so diligently with him. What a very inspiring video. Congratulations on u both being in the Hall of fame I can't remember what category it was pertaining to the Hall of fame but u Brothers had a positive impact on everyone of us across the country and around the world 🌎. I would love to meet you one day soon because you truly inspire me, encourage me and are like mentors to me. Keep up the good work and God bless you ur wife, children and entire family, Flyte Time production👍💯🙏
This is awesome. Note for fans there have been a few Flyte Tyme Studios over the decades. The original in Minneapolis on Nicollet Ave, the second in Edina, MN…and then things shifted to other states. I had the privilege of visiting the Edina version when it was in operation as a guest of Audio-Technica for an event. One of the coolest experiences of my life.
And unless you knew where it was, you’d never have spotted it. Boring looking building surrounded by other boring looking buildings, until you walked inside. Got demolished a few years ago…was sad to see it go.
Loved every minute of this. Thank you for sharing this. Hope this generation latches on to the impact this man and colleagues made to our modern sounds. Wish I was a fly on the wall!!!
Jimmy jam,Terry Lewis are one of my inspiration to do music,this is a honor and a dream seeing the studio that so many classic tunes where made.its emotional ❤
One of the coolest interviews ever , and the walk through was PRICELESS !!!!. Brought me back to my old band days when we were trying to get a record deal and the Tyme was one of our favorite bands
I remember Flyte Tyme Studio in Bloomington, MN. We were a little pop band working with David Rivkin and he booked their place for horn and steel drum overdubs. Little did I know how famous it was.
Love Jimmy jam and his productions for 40 years! But, I have never heard the word "cool" used so many times in an interview like this one! It was cool!!
I worked for Ensoniq in tech support. I am happy that Jimmy mentioned us here. We used to have signature series libraries on the EPS and ASR series samplers. We should have ported over the Mirage stock library and called it the Flyte Tyme Signature library... HA!
I see Jimmy Jam content, I watch. He’s the definition of cool. I don’t know the first thing about music but I could listen to him talk about choruses/snares etc all day and not get bored.😎👍🏾
They should have a tour of the studio during downtime and possibly a meet n greet at the end of the tour.. I would love to pay a small fee for a wonderful meetup with them and hors d’oeuvres and drinks at the end.❤
Wow...Thanks so much for this. This is like oxygen. Hearring the story behind the soundtrack of our lives by the man who created it. And such an eloquent, friendly man. Jimmy Jam is a legend.
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis will !!!ALWAYS!!! be my guys no matter WHAT , WHERE, and WHEN they produce it!!! Those two brothers are the best ever, hands down!! TOTALLY 2 GENIUSES'
Super EDUCATIONAL! I have said it before on Twitter that the programming of the 808 and now the other gear throughout the years have been unsung because as this video shows, everyone has not pushed instruments to and beyond the limits like FlyteTyme has! ♥️🎯🔥🎉🏆🎤🎹🎧🎶
thank you for sharing all your blessings. I appreciate it. Someday maybe I'll be walking through my studio giving a tour. L O L. Dreams come true, look at this guy. And the comment where somebody said they wrote the soundtrack to their life, so accurate. So entangled in the 80s and 90s. Revolutionized music.
I really thoroughly enjoyed this tour and interview! Thank you so much for allowing it out into the atmosphere. The humility and mellowness of Jimmy Jam is authentic. For many who always wondered what equipment was being used to output the sounds and songs they create(ed). This interview and tour was a TREAT! It was also educational in that as music composers/writers/producers...Jimmy Jam keeps it simple. It's no doubt that he has a gift to be able to sit at a table, be in conversations, then begin playing. This interview and tour encourages those of us who don't necessarily want to become famous for our craft, but want to use the gifts God has given us where we have been designed to be at creatively and with great skill. There is just soooooo much to take from this Interview and tour that I will post again.
This was soo cool to hear the core sounds from some of the classics that he created. Who would have known that bass from what have you done for me lately was steel drums!! Crazy!!!
I love producers but I can’t think of any today that will ever achieve the legendary status of what Jam&Lewis have accomplished. I think it’ll almost be impossible. 😳
I find it no small irony that the one word that's used constantly throughout this studio tour is the word 'C-O-O-L'. It is a fact Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis; that there ain't nobody bad like 'thee'. Big respect.
I swear this is TOTALLY EQUIVALENT to walking through Paisley Park!!!!! The sheer amount of history he and Terry have made is absolutely unbelievable!!!!! I am most happy that I've had the oppportunity witness the ORIGINATORS of the Minneapolis Sound!!!!!! (Now we just need to see a walk through of Andre Cymone's spot... HINT, HINT😁!!!!)
The fact he was playing all the way thru full songs, no copy & paste is Crazy! His timing and ability to stay locked is amazing
The man toured and played live for decades... It's in his blood
Songs had a human feel as well. Of course, Jam's level of musicianship is exceptional, but everything wasn't quantized into oblivion back then. Feel was and is just as important.
The difference between a musician and a beat maker🤷🏿♂️
@@souloshinobi7307 exactly
A musician can play their instrument for a whole four minutes on a Pop song. Crazy!
The fact that he remembers every song he produced on each instrument is amazing
This is literally a walk through a live action music museum by the curator of all the exhibits. 👍🏾
100000%!!!
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis wrote the soundtrack of me becoming an adult.
Now my kids are listening to and enjoying the music that you produced.
Thank You Jimmy and Terry. 🔊🎵🎼🎶🙏🏽
Ahhh my favorite Redskin of all time. No 72.
@@robertmason7553 Yes, one of my favorites.
He talked a lot of trash weekly and backed it up.
He was tossing out bulletin board material quicker than anyone ever.
😎😎😎😎
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis been jamming all my life, I’m 47 years old. I’ve literally grown up with their sounds! Real OGs💯
Same for me I’m 44!!!!!
Same and I'm 51! 👍
im in my 40s, and its the same, a life times journey along with these guys. PIONEERS and LEGENDS of GOOD music!
When you think about the impact they have had on the soundtrack of our lives, it's astounding.
@@marneebragg9839 It truly is. There's not enough words to describe the love I have for Jimmy and Terry's work.
the steel drum bassline reveal, blew my mind!
💯💯💯💯
Facts🔥🔥🔥
1st time I heard about it I reprogrammed the patch in my obxa (all patches had been deleted during a repair) and spent the afternoon jamming along the original song!
BigBobbyBolo, so true my man! I've always wondered what was used for that bass line,.. well now I and the rest of the world finally knows! Score Brotha'! 😎
Yep
Sir Terry & Sir Jimmy are two Proper Icons, Proper Legendary musicians
Jimmy and Terry are certainly one the most prolific songwriters and producers of this generation. Masters of their craft.
22:30: The Minneapolis sound wasn't mostly based on the Linndrum but on the Linn LM-1, Prince's favourite drum machine.
Such a humble LEGEND. 3:41 Casually busts out with FORCE MD's Tender Love 🎹
34:57 Wow ✅
I love hearing Jimmy Jam talk he’s so articulate & knowledgeable and has a brain like an elephant.
Very cool to see the keyboard collection, love to see Jam play, rarely do you get to see Jam and Lewis actually play. I think that's part of their mystique and legend. I easily see why these guys are so successful, sure they are uber talented musicians and songwriters, but the music is truly who they are. They are humble enough and accepting of art, they are also interested in learning and remain aware of what's available and what's possible. Cutting edge. Jam is smiling the entire time he was going through all of this, and that inner joy is the real source of the magic, his gift. You can feel it. For sure, the only music producers who are clearly more famous than their clients.
To think that Prince created those first 2 TIME albums by himself is still crazy to me and those guys were talented enough to replicate it to perfection in concerts
They’re practically prince albums featuring Morris Day
@@marlonjefferson7940 pretty much
I'm 58, and this is what I grew up with, most of my life. Thank you Jammcard for making this video.
Our pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it
Man Jimmy and Terry are true legends. I would have never guessed that they were using a steel drum sound for bass. Jimmy and Terry are so talented.
"Terry loves Las Vegas." I can attest to that. In about 1997 or 1998 I was living in Vegas. I am a die hard Time fan, but was only like 14-15 when they were touring with Prince before they broke up. Always wanted to see them in concert, but was too young then. I saw the Time was playing at one of the Station Casinos. I decided to go. It was Morris and original Time members Jellybean, Monte, and Jerome. Terry was sitting in with the band. Great show for me as it was the first time ever seeing them. I hung out after the show. Heard a commotion at the craps table. Low and behold, Terry Lewis, Morris and Jerome playing craps. I stepped up to the table and played too. All the guys were very nice. Now how many people can say they played craps in Vegas with Terry Lewis, Morris Day, and Jerome Benton.
Awesome story. Thanks for sharing!
He LOVES this. That’s why it’s so good and has lasted so long.
Exactly
I hope there is a part two to this studio tour. I want to hear more about their immersive sound technology.
Such a fun day
The knowledge, warmth and experience......oh this humbleness....brother thanks so very much for all your music!❤❤❤❤
37:51 Sands of Time by S.O.S. Band - 1986 album cover frame behind him!! I'm crying!!!!
This is the coolest interview I have ever seen
Hearing him pronounce Moog properly (long "o", not "ooh") actually speaks to the depth of his relationships with the manufacturers. The man is a genius and he's from a time (no pun intended) when you had to be able to play. You had to perform the songs...beginning to end...without the safety net of editing. Short of the occasional punch in/out, it's a lot of complete takes in those days. You might comp, but you recorded whole takes. This man deserves the career he's had. Big fan.
THE SOS BAND GAVE US WHAT I CALL DIVINE R & B ~ IT HAS THE COOLNESS OF THE HOOD AND THE SWEETNESS OF A GREAT GOSPEL SONG ~ LIKE FUNK FROM BEYOND ~ BRINGIN HEAVEN TO EARTH ~ HARMONY & BLISS BLESSINGS Y'ALL ~ HU SONG
This is iconic… literally him just running thru the memorabilia… in the first 10 mins… and so sincere about it. 👑🙏🏽 beautiful souls
I am so proud to have the privilege to see Jimmy Jam take us to some real sound tracks of greatest.
I love Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis! They are my 2 volunteered AKA (drafted) musical big brothers! 😊
I could have watched this easily for another hour!
Man - this blew me away. I love Jimmy and Terry's production. I remember when they did the SOS album when I was in 10th grade. I played the heck out of The Finest. Jimmy is smart - so naturally gifted, coupled with hard work -- and he is a talker. He loves to talk. You did a great job - you knew the music and that really pumped up Jimmy. Does Michael Dean know he was shouted out? Great job!!
I wore out that SOS album out too! That's when I discovered jam and Lewis. I've been a fan ever since
Legends. Defined my music listing life in the 80s and 90s. All of their songs were bangers. No fillers. Janets stuff was off the chains. Id wish that sound would come back….
This was a very intriguing tour as Jimmy Jam talked about the songs he play on each instrument. I kept hearing each song in my head as he talked/played them. It brought back great memories.
He's the Ambassador of the Minneapolis Sound!
Jam and Lewis along with Tyka Nelson have been keepers of the Flame with great humility.
Prince putting together a lot of creative people from the neighborhood for his vision was probably the greatest thing he did. 💜
Because of tuning in to this video music museum James Harris III Aka Jimmy Jam u have influenced me so much that I've become music producer singer songwriter material I was born, fit, and built for this field. Along with ur partner Terry Lewis I'm so grateful to God to have enabled me and afforded me to live and witness legends like Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and L.A. AND Babyface and others on their musical journey and sharing their experiences ups and downs in the music industry their wisdom and Elmo if I have the man's name correct. It was a blessing to listen attentively that everything Jimmy Jam shared about the songwriting had a story behind it every instrument what he shared about his keyboards, pianos and how they were refurbished and redone and how manufacturers/designers worked so diligently with him. What a very inspiring video. Congratulations on u both being in the Hall of fame I can't remember what category it was pertaining to the Hall of fame but u Brothers had a positive impact on everyone of us across the country and around the world 🌎. I would love to meet you one day soon because you truly inspire me, encourage me and are like mentors to me. Keep up the good work and God bless you ur wife, children and entire family, Flyte Time production👍💯🙏
Love that his first synthesizer has a Heatwave sticker on it. One of the classic bands.
This is awesome. Note for fans there have been a few Flyte Tyme Studios over the decades. The original in Minneapolis on Nicollet Ave, the second in Edina, MN…and then things shifted to other states. I had the privilege of visiting the Edina version when it was in operation as a guest of Audio-Technica for an event. One of the coolest experiences of my life.
And unless you knew where it was, you’d never have spotted it. Boring looking building surrounded by other boring looking buildings, until you walked inside. Got demolished a few years ago…was sad to see it go.
Absolute icon...yet so humble and kind. Love Jimmy Jam~
Loved every minute of this. Thank you for sharing this. Hope this generation latches on to the impact this man and colleagues made to our modern sounds.
Wish I was a fly on the wall!!!
Greatest
Video
Ever.
Thank you!
the life time of Storie this man has!!! listing him talk is likening a kid at a toys r us store for Keyboards
!111
The brother is clean even on his day off !!
Jimmy jam,Terry Lewis are one of my inspiration to do music,this is a honor and a dream seeing the studio that so many classic tunes where made.its emotional ❤
Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis are thee GREATEST PRODUCERS OF ALL TIME🔥✅🫡
One of the coolest interviews ever , and the walk through was PRICELESS !!!!. Brought me back to my old band days when we were trying to get a record deal and the Tyme was one of our favorite bands
Greatest Producers of all time hands down. No competition
This is wonderful.... these guys were a massive inspiration in my world.
All of the history in that building is just mind blowing 🫨🫨
I remember Flyte Tyme Studio in Bloomington, MN. We were a little pop band working with David Rivkin and he booked their place for horn and steel drum overdubs. Little did I know how famous it was.
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis just might be 2 of the coolest people to ever exist on earth
I love Jimmy Jam. In addition to being extremely talented, he's also incredibly thoughtful and intelligent. Thank you for this deep dive.
The men with the golden touch, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. I grew up to their music, nothing but classics.
I enjoyed this history tour with Jam! Such a classy, intelligent and generous Man! The knowledge❤
amazing talent !! and these guys grew up together.....jimmy terry morris andre cymone prince alex oneal many others...crazy...all gifted
Love Jimmy jam and his productions for 40 years! But, I have never heard the word "cool" used so many times in an interview like this one! It was cool!!
Absolutely magnificent!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jimmy Jam is pure musical genius.
I worked for Ensoniq in tech support. I am happy that Jimmy mentioned us here. We used to have signature series libraries on the EPS and ASR series samplers. We should have ported over the Mirage stock library and called it the Flyte Tyme Signature library... HA!
Enjoyed this walk through musical history and tyme. Awesome to see the tools that created the soundtrack of our lives. Long live Jimmy and Terry!
What a pleasure it must be hanging out with Jimmy, hearing those stories and seeing all the amazing synths at the studio. Absolutely legend!
I see Jimmy Jam content, I watch. He’s the definition of cool. I don’t know the first thing about music but I could listen to him talk about choruses/snares etc all day and not get bored.😎👍🏾
Definitely, Mr Super Kool.
I LOVE IT.
I'm in TOTAL AWE!!!!
They should have a tour of the studio during downtime and possibly a meet n greet at the end of the tour.. I would love to pay a small fee for a wonderful meetup with them and hors d’oeuvres and drinks at the end.❤
Jam is showing off all the Master pieces and giving a master class in the art of musicianship. 😊
national treasure ! Thanks Jam !!!
Wow...Thanks so much for this. This is like oxygen. Hearring the story behind the soundtrack of our lives by the man who created it. And such an eloquent, friendly man. Jimmy Jam is a legend.
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis will !!!ALWAYS!!! be my guys no matter WHAT , WHERE, and WHEN they produce it!!! Those two brothers are the best ever, hands down!! TOTALLY 2 GENIUSES'
This interview was a Christmas treat!!!! I stumbled across it... excellent
Great interview. Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis are both musical 🎵 Treasures. 🎹🥁🎸🎺🎤🎧 So many great memories with their music .
Dope interview getting those gems from the living legend!👍🏾✌🏾
He is such a genuine person. I can see how he brought the best out of artists along with terry.
Thank You, Sir, for sharing such a rich history. Indeed, those were the days of legendary music, created by Legendary songwriter and producer
Our pleasure!
This was absolutely amazing!!!!!!!
One word.... 'Excellence ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽'
Epic From Start To Finish
Super EDUCATIONAL!
I have said it before on Twitter that the programming of the 808 and now the other gear throughout the years have been unsung because as this video shows, everyone has not pushed instruments to and beyond the limits like FlyteTyme has! ♥️🎯🔥🎉🏆🎤🎹🎧🎶
💛💛💛
thank you for sharing all your blessings. I appreciate it. Someday maybe I'll be walking through my studio giving a tour. L O L. Dreams come true, look at this guy. And the comment where somebody said they wrote the soundtrack to their life, so accurate. So entangled in the 80s and 90s. Revolutionized music.
So much memories of the sounds of Jam and Lewis when I was young and started got into R&B
This is so special to me. I don’t even have words to describe it!!!!
I really thoroughly enjoyed this tour and interview! Thank you so much for allowing it out into the atmosphere. The humility and mellowness of Jimmy Jam is authentic. For many who always wondered what equipment was being used to output the sounds and songs they create(ed). This interview and tour was a TREAT! It was also educational in that as music composers/writers/producers...Jimmy Jam keeps it simple. It's no doubt that he has a gift to be able to sit at a table, be in conversations, then begin playing. This interview and tour encourages those of us who don't necessarily want to become famous for our craft, but want to use the gifts God has given us where we have been designed to be at creatively and with great skill. There is just soooooo much to take from this Interview and tour that I will post again.
Thank you! Glad you loved it!
Incredible, these guys are the coolest 💯
Unparalleled storyteller, and amazing musician! Such a legend...Jam and Lewis are my favorite producers of all time!
What a legend!!
This was soo cool to hear the core sounds from some of the classics that he created. Who would have known that bass from what have you done for me lately was steel drums!! Crazy!!!
This is amazing. Imagine the energy in that room😊😊😊I would have to just sit and soak it all🤷🏿♀️
I love producers but I can’t think of any today that will ever achieve the legendary status of what Jam&Lewis have accomplished. I think it’ll almost be impossible. 😳
IMPOSSIBLE!!!!
Thank U so much for this. Long time Jam and Lewis fan and I so enjoy the process, so this was immeasurable!
Glad you enjoyed it! Make sure to watch the full interview with Jimmy Jam on the Go wIth Elmo TH-cam channel
Greatest memory in the world. Bravo Mr Jam. 😊
YES! Been waiting for this!
Sorry for the wait! hope it was worth it
Gotta be my favourite producer, legend!
I find it no small irony that the one word that's used constantly throughout this studio tour is the word 'C-O-O-L'. It is a fact Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis; that there ain't nobody bad like 'thee'. Big respect.
soo much fun watching this!
Happy to hear!
Great Episode from a Musical Legend, /2 of my favorite Producers
amazing video..my favorite producers Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis..much love!
Thanks for watching!
Wow!!!
I swear this is TOTALLY EQUIVALENT to walking through Paisley Park!!!!! The sheer amount of history he and Terry have made is absolutely unbelievable!!!!! I am most happy that I've had the oppportunity witness the ORIGINATORS of the Minneapolis Sound!!!!!! (Now we just need to see a walk through of Andre Cymone's spot... HINT, HINT😁!!!!)
It would be nice to see Jesse Johnson’s setup too
Jimmy is my literal musical hero. Love how generous he is with bringing people into his world these days. Awesome video! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
This was awesome 👏!!!
Amazing.
This is such a huge treat! Thank you!
I love that Elmo is fully aware of the honor he has been given to be there. Holding their Grammy would have been the highlight of my life.
Thank you! We realize and appreciate how lucky we are :)