Kenny G | Club Random with Bill Maher
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Bill and Kenny G on why Kenny stays in the same hotel as his band on the road, power dynamics in bands, how Kenny played with Barry White in high school, Kenny being bullied at school, Kenny’s collaboration with The Weeknd, Bill’s Oscar bit, Kenny’s song that’s played every day in China, why Bill has never been to Japan, and Kenny’s Stevie Wonder story.
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Kenny G was an absolute fabulous guest. Affable, deprecating, great stories, rolled with Bill's punches. They had a great chemistry. Kenny G genuinely seems like a nice guy.
He seemed to enjoy it more than Bill but poor Bill can't be with anyone without being high. I think he is too high sometimes and it loosens the lips more.
Yeah man. Its great to see a genuinely nice, happy guy. Id like a friend like that in my corner.
This forum is a great way to actually get to know someone
I went to one of his concerts back in 2017 and got to meet him. I could not agree more. He seems like a genuinely nice guy.
@@MarcBookProSame in 2011! Told him Forever In Love got played on a local radio station when I was a teenager every night at midnight. He was pleasantly surprised!! He did Christmas music it was last show in 2011 and the other half his hits. Soo awesome Kenny played Barry White in high school!!!
Kenny nailed the tactic to get Bill to stop interrupting...shower him with compliments 😂😂😂
Kenny G knows Bill's thing is blowing his own horn. Kenny G is a professional at that.
Lol
Just think to his turning down that song; they left no space for Kenny to solo. Bill left hardly any space for a guest to solo.
@@user-vg2eg7oo5nBrother, you don't know how TRUE that statement is. 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Went to high school with Kenny G; besties with his older brother. Shout out to Franklin HS; and yes, was very much as Kenny described. Kenny Gorelick was adorable kid; more talented than the rest of us!
Do you still keep in touch with him? This is really Cool that u Know him.
It's really Sad to hear he doesn't believe in God? I'll Pray for his Soul!!!
@@kathleenshostrand6006that’s why he is such a genuine good person. He does not need god
I had really never heard Kenny G in an interview. I loved this, what a pleasant man.
This is the interview that the world does not deserve, but needs to be seen and/or heard by every person on the planet.
hahahahahahahah...best comment ever.
This is the 1st time i watched Kenny G having a talk. He is a really cool dude.
My mom would play Kenny G when she cleaned every Saturday...now I'm cleaning my apartment listening to Kenny G on a podcast....the circle of life!!
You just unlocked a core memory. Every Saturday morning, Kenny G and Michael Bolton blasting as mom cleaned the whole house.
Even if he is a commie.... (anyone actor or musician who plays in China is a commie - Bill Maher nailed it) Kenny G is the man ... great soul ... great person ... China is big money ... cant blame him ❤
I'm 4 minutes in and I already love Kenny G. What a cool dude.
Amen!
EXACTLY! Haha
I only intended to watch a few minutes just to get an idea of what he was like, but I ended up finishing the whole episode.
Definitely a super pleasant surprise!!
45 mins into the episode, I have never watched a Kenny G interview before and he's great. I hope Bill asks him about his health, Kenny looks great and Bill often likes to talk about health.
Kenny G holds his own in an always friendly supportive way. Really well developed person.
He had a really hard time finishing a sentence.
The world needs more neighbors like Kenny G. He's definitely got his shit all together.
True
And a handy plumber Too!
this was surprisingly one of the best interviews he's done
He's great at interviewing himself....
Cuz Kenny actually got a few words in
Yeah it was. 💥💯💥
i agree.
Bill is killing it with so many versatile guests!
I actually think Bill is letting Kenny talk more than his other guests. Kenny is a Rock Star, Period.
I think he's blown away at how PC Kenny G is lol
Thats just because Kenny really asserts himself - but I thought the same thing.
All the flattery at the beginning from Kenny paved the way
He let him talk because Kenny "How to Win Friends and Influence People'ed him. He started a lot of conversations with "What I love about you, Bill.."
@@AmyLyleauthorI was thinking the same thing. It’s a master class on how to do so.
Kenny G , from Barry White to the Weekend . Legend
The Weeknd definitely deserves props for appreciating a musician like Kenny G.
Kenny seems like the nicest person on the planet. its great to hear someone postive about life.
Thank you for this episode Bill. This was about the coolest episode I've seen. Basically because Kenny G is just a sincerely nice and genuine guy. Very gracious and laid back. Huge fan.
I loved his "interested" face he'd put on every time Bill interrupted him. Classy.
I'm sayin'
I am from Seattle...somehow, hardly anyone knows who I am...but they know that Jimi Hendrix, Kenny G, Quincy Jones, and Larry Coryell are from this area! Strange thing about Seattle, it breeds great musicians, yet they have to leave Seattle to become famous.
Kenny G is great! Such a talented musician. I love his positive and light attitude about everything, what a delightful person!
Kenny staying at the bands motel elevates him to boss in my book.
It shows he doesn’t make social differences.
Same!
Yes Bill appeared to be really really shocked when he learned Kenny would actually degrade himself down to the level of his band. Something Bill admitted he would never do and that it shouldn't be done.
Yes he does...otherwise he'd hold the black to the same standard of civilized behavior he expects members other races to uphold@@RocStarr913
I wasn’t interested in this interview but then I got hooked. He’s a great guy
I Know.
Kenny is a living royalty. Thanks for having him on the show.
Kenny G has found a way to become rich off of selling himself as a jazz musician while paying little to no respect to art form and its rich history. Overdubbing himself over Louis Armstrong's original recordings is irreverent. He ought to be ashamed of himself.
Get a life dude@@dougsours1
No. Pat Metheny, who generally does not speak ill of anyone, holds this guy in contempt. And with good reason.
He's a musician for crying out loud. Contempt? Some people take themselves way too seriously and need to find hobbies if a dude playing a sax, triggers them that much.@@DavGreg
Kenny G. is/was HUGE. People liked to clown him. But, he laughed all the way to the bank and international fame.
Yes, many artists are made fun of but do very well for themselves.
Fuck that, he took a giant shit on a true American art form.
For real. His music is extremely dorky, but what does he care? He's very wealthy, has a great life and seems to be a really cool guy!
It’s the schlock-y “look.”
At least Michael Bolton (lost his hair or cut it…) “changed his look.”
He was also one of the first investors in a little known coffee place in Seattle called....Starbucks. He made a shit ton
Terrific show, I love how the show developed and people are surprisingly more interesting than I first thought.
i love kenny now
There was a great documentary made about Kenny G a few years back. I never cared much for his music and agreed with the dental humor in Wayne's World before watching it. The doc revealed how remarkable a musician and person he is.
Same. Bill often has ppl I couldn’t care less about, yet I give it a chance & I find some laughs & interesting points. I don’t end up liking the people I didn’t like anyway, but enjoy the podcast. 😅
Yes.....saw that too; loved it. Gifted musician....and such a nice person to boot. @@mathematrucker
What a cool man. I can see why his kids turned out well
In 1997, a Guinness World Record was set for longest held musical note. Kenny G used circular breathing to sustain an E-flat on a saxophone for 45 minutes and 47 seconds. Net worth 200 Million. He is also a trader and astute investor. Sold over 75 million albums. Pretty cool hey.
This was one of the best ones I've seen. I'm actually mostly amazed on Kenny G's personality, never thought he was like this, very stand up guy
WOW!! ... So Appreciate Being Able To Watch Two Of My Favorite People Having A Beautiful Conversation!! .. Kenny G Is Always Most Gracious And Kind!! .. Saw Him 30 Years Ago Outside Of Lincoln Center (NY). . I Thought He Was An Adorable Kid With So Much Curly Hair Standing Outside!! .. He Gently Reminded Me That The Show Was About To Start And Held The Door Open For Me!! .. Was Blown Away When I Saw The Cute Kid Standing On Stage Blowing Everyone Away With His Amazing Music!! .. Have Been A Fan Ever Since!! ... ❤❤❤
Halfway through the show and I don’t know much about Kenny G, but he seems like the nicest and most genuine dude. Will def check out some of his music after this.
Over the years I have heard so many "Kenny G is such a nice person" stories from my friends. After watching this interview, I can see why. I love his music, "Forever in Love " and "Missing You" my favorites. This podcast is better than everything on TV. Bill makes the interviews interesting and lighthearted. Thank you.
37:08 "It's like morning sax wood." - Bill
"My horn's about that long too." Kenny G
Funniest part of the entire interview.
I like this space best of all your Random settings. Bill always seems more at home in this setting. This makes us, watching online, feel more like we are with them at the bar. And yes, I'm drinking while I watch. Great show. Who knew Kenny was SO cool?
Love it. I like how Bill takes a backseat as the barkeep and lets the guest be the patron and the most important part of the bar.
I really enjoyed this conversation. Feeling a little sad it ended so soon!
Club Random is where Bill is his most honest self and his guests all seem to relax and be their most true selves. Kenny G was real, genuine while sharing his extraordinary inside superstar stories and the lovely hug from Bill at the finish, had me murmuring aah ☺️
Mr. Maher, I’m Chinese and grew up in China. I can’t speak on behalf of all Chinese people, but personally, I truly love your shows, and respect your career!
A WHOLE new appreciation of Kenny G, the PERSON! Thank you, Bill.
“Morning Sax Wood”!!! Bill ripped some good zingers in this one!
Kenny G back in the 80s was one of those acts you wouldn't let your friends catch you listening to, but man he was good. Great music to zen out to and draw or color or something, and a super cool guy to boot.
Great episode, Bill!
I have reached the end of this sit down and I have to say Kenny G is awesome! Thanks Guys!!!!
Always glad to hear people having normal conversation with common sense. The mainstream media wants to drown this out or make you forget it exists.
I've always loved Kenny G, saw him first time in concert last year, he's fabulous!! He's handled critics well, his fans know he's talented and creative. Thanks for having him on!!
Kenny is authentic as it gets. So glad that he did his interview…. 🎉😊❤❤
Overdubbing himself over iconic jazz recordings from the past is authentic? come on man
And you're buying the bit about how he holds no animus against negros for stealing money from him throughout his youth
I never realized I love Kenny G. I love Kenny G. There. I said it.
I’ve known about Kenny G since the early 90’s. I had never seen an interview or conversation with him.
What a lovely, down-to-earth guy!
Learning that despite all his talent and experience, he still practices his scales daily inspires me!
Wow, never really heard KG speak before. His duet with Sinatra is the best on the album. That version of, One for my Baby, perfectly combines with Frank's aged voice.
Kenny seems too perfect. He def yelled at his kids before🤣🤣
YES - that mouth was saying one thing, and his body language betrayed him and noped out.
Right! with two divorces in his pocket, this guy has got an undercurrent to him. Amazing no one talks!
I'm living in Thailand. Kenny will headline a free Jazz Festival on the beach next weekend. So excited to be going to see him.....
Yes! Kenny G is one of my all time favorite musicians. What a treat to come home to this video notification. Loving the podcast and guests Bill.
Super positive guy, Kenny G. I took my elderly mother to the 4th of July show at the Rose Bowl and to my Surprise Kenny G played. It was great my mother enjoyed it immensely
This is my favorite Club Random episode so far. Funny, refreshing and 2 guys sharing life stories.
Really? When did Bill get a chance to speak? I missed it.
He was never my thing but I’m glad I gave this a listen
what a well rounded guy that Kenny G ... excellent interview/rap session.
Such a fun interview. Exceeded expectations, Bill. Opened my mind to Kenny a bit. Bravo.
I love seeing celebrities that are so humble and down to earth. What’s nice guy!
So here’s what I’ve learned today: The world picks on Kenny G because, for the most part, we’re innately bullies. Kenny is important, and remains relevant because of his massive talent, and for better or worse (better maybe), he maintains a beta personality that surfaces when he over exerts himself trying to be cool for people like Bill, and allows everyone of us that consumes him (who he’ll never meet) to make jokes about him while still enjoying his talent.
I think we should like him for his talent, and love him because he needs it. Or because we want to, likely the same reason.
I like Kenny too, and I'm seriously asking, can you espouse more on what your point was? I probably agree with you but I just want to make sure I understand you correctly.
Um, no.
@@jackwilliams5474 it’s natural for people to be mean to people who have a beta personality, no matter how great they actually are. I think it comes out clearly in this interview.
I'm trying to follow you here. I really enjoy his music. I, by no means, intend to be mean towards him or anyone else for that matter. I have enjoyed his music for over 30 Years, way before the term "podcasts" even existed, and my opinion of him (I like him) has not changed 1 bit now that I hear it.@@kevinrmaguire2852
Wow…I have a new appreciation for Kenny G. What a nice human….awesome work ethic…loving what he does!😀🎶
Unfazed by negativity. Kenny G is a great guy. I love him.
Thank you Bill for this one with Kenny G. First of all, my best friend at the U of A was Carol Carter. Her brother is Scott Carter. That aside, I never knew that much about Kenny G. I REALLY like him better than before. He is very interesting, smart and talented and SINGLE! I'll go out with him! Seriously, love Kenny G. A LOT NOW!!
Kenny G is a living legend and looks great!👍This is awesome
Kenny is such a friendly, fun guy!
I had no idea!
Kenny was hilarious! Loved when he mentioned taking a crap in Bills tree house waiting area. Great episode Bill. Love it
So many hilarious moments! Bill should invite Kenny to join him onstage for comedy, be like a Martin & Lewis!
Terrific, talented and driven . Loved this . Thanks to you both.
God I love this show. Bill, please never stop doing it!
Hands down, this is one of my all-time fave Club Random episodes. What's NOT to like about Kenny G, as both a world-class musician and human being ??!
As a former alto saxophone player, Kenny G is one of my modern sax "idols", and I've considered learning Soprano sax because of his beautiful melodies and solos (and I started on clarinet, so it might even be a more "natural fit" for me than Alto, due to the way it's played, as well as its smaller size & lighter weight).
He's truly "MADE SAX GREAT AGAIN" ! 😉🤣
Hate his music, loved the episode, this guy's a real character!
This format is so much better than the early stuff. I almost gave up on this show, but Kenny G saved it. So smooth.
Kenny G was surprisingly good guest don't know why expected less. Does seem very genuine and down to earth.
Very enjoyable show Bill. I gotta say that when I first saw this episode in my feed I said to myself “Kenny G you’ve got to be shitting me😂 “ but after watching it I think it’s one of your better shows because it truly came across as very genuine human interaction. Thanks
Kenny G is a bad ass; never would’ve thunk! Much respect.
his duets album is the best! Tower Of Power cover with David Sanborn is priceless!
My Gen X heart cannot process how this crossover happened.
A cool guy.Musically,like a lot of people, he doesn't connect with me,but his heart❤ is in the right place.He handles his many detractors and their often mean-spirited comments with the humor one would expect of a person of character such as he. Success should not be grounds for resentment or jealousy if it is earned honestly.
He's a brilliant musician but his style has never been my taste. That soft 1980s stuff you'd hear in the dentist's office. But Kenny's a great guy and certainly talented.
@@robvangessel3766Dentist’s office or the elevator there , so accurate
Damn... who would have thought! Kenny G is probably the coolest dude you'll ever wanna hang out with! Love this guy! And a good plumber is very hard to find, Bill....😁
Kenny G has and always will be the boss.
Great work Bill and Kenny! What a trip to witness these 2 talking together. Been listening to Kenny G since I was a kid and the fact he's a nice guy to boot is just icing on the top. Thanks for giving Kenny a place to share himself with us all.
Awesome, my favorite Club Random interview so far.
Kenny G is a better dude than I expected. Good talk.
Kenny G the GOAT❤
This was a great show, thank you Bill.
Seattle's own! Garfield High School graduate. Went to high school with former Almost Live host and Rocket Magazine editor, John Keister and humorist Lynda Barry.
Love the new location within the house along with camera angle… 10 out of 10!!❤
In China, they do play Kenny G's "Going Home" at night everywhere... even if you're still eating at a restaurant. The crew is there putting up the chairs and rolling out the floor polisher. It ain't subtle.
Liquor before Beer every clear. Beer before Liquor never been sicker! Kenny G is Awesome!
I wasn't too thrilled seeing that Kenny G was the guest, but damn, was he really good. Great conversation with Bill!
100%
What a beautiful soul Kenny G is, he even talked about his kids, I sensed Bill being uneasy cause a guest talked more than Bill.
Ok Bill. I think it’s time to have the genius, Todd Rundgren on your podcast. Besides bringing up his accolades in the music world please bring up the subjects of the things he’s accomplished with regards to computers and multimedia. At least Todd will sit down with you and smoke a joint or two. His favorite drink for now is a dirty martini so have the good stuff and ready! Thanks a million from one of your biggest fans, The Mighty Quinn! 😂🎶🎸👍
Yes!!! Todd Rundgren would be a fun podcast.
I've been waiting
(patiently waiting ... 😅)
for Bill to have Todd over. 💕
No doubt my dream will come true, someday. 💞
He's on our mainland, throughout the year, so, it's inevitable. ✌️❤️
Good to hear others wanting Todd on here. I’ve never gotten into Kenny G’s music but after listening to this I have more knowledge and respect for the guy. I’m glad Kenny has made a good life for himself and others. Wishing the best, Kenny G!👍👊🎶
Another A Class Guest. Thank you, Bill
What a great show! I wasn't a huge fan of his music, but I love how open and honest Kenny is .
Bill you need to accept the offer of kennys installation of a Japanese toilet. Then film it and make a show out of it. It would be incredible.
Going Home is my favourite Kenny G song. This chat could have been twice as long.
What a nice guy!! I always liked his music, not rabid about it or anything but if I want to relax it works for me. He's been on a couple of late-night shows but nothing that showed his personality and he has a good one and doesn't take himself so seriously. No "star" attitude.
When’s Tim Heidecker coming on?
The actual true musician. Just love it
Kenny G is a good human being, great ray of energy.
The irony here is that for a guy only known for his music and no words, Kenny had a lot to say and managed to prevent Bill from taking over the conversation as he usually does. While Bill's rants can be amusing, I think we all know them by now, and it's nice to have a guest get a word in.
IKR I abhor Kenny's elevator music and almost turned this down, but a few comments made me curious. Damned this was funny and entertaining as hell! I never would have thought that such a bland musician could have so much going on under the hood!
This man and Grover Washington Jr made me buy a soprano sax. Love their tunes.
The moment you realize... damn, I dig Kenny G, lol
67? Your kidding..unbelieveable..Music keeps young
Saw Kenny G 40 yrs ago in North Bay, Ont. ❤
Hearing Kenny G drop the F-Bomb......PERFECTION!!!
The "Going Home" China thing is super-cool.
To create something that affects so many people in such a nice way!
To have, "Thank goodness, THAT'S what I wanna hear..." come pouring from all those hearts...
That’s way more seismic of a cultural impact than any hit single he ever could have had anywhere else, even in America.
Seismic is a good choice. Imagine all of those soundwaves radiating out!
I knew absolutely nothing about Kenny G. I always thought with a name like that he was Black. But I see this interview and I hear this story and WOW. To make so many people happy everyday like that a miracle. I listened to the song and it made me cry so fair warning: th-cam.com/video/YZL_r3uUdD4/w-d-xo.html
Why were the two followup comments deleted?
I've found out that if you go one way with the Sort By choice you will miss stuff. I thought TH-cam was deleting my comments but it's just the Sort By algorithm that confused me.
Love the banter about Hotels in Seattle! I went from Portland to Seattle for my favorite Metal band from Norway... booked a room at the Red Lion or maybe it was Holiday Inn... LOL after the show getting settled in for the night when LOW & BEHOLD here comes the Band I just watched!!! I was thrilled when they also showed up at Breakfast ... just like ordinary people... I didn't bother them... Just relished listening to them speaking Norwegian!