Elliot Easton Remembers Benjamin Orr (Martin Guitars Q & A)

Поделиться
HTML-код
  • Опубликовано: 11 дек 2024

Комментарии • 123

  • @morrisonreed1
    @morrisonreed1 2 года назад +28

    its a video of" bye bye love" . Ben looks and locks up with Elliot for the final break down , it ends and Elliot spins towards the camera with a joyous grin and it cuts out . Thank you Elliot and Benjamin for spreading that mutual high

  • @princesskitu
    @princesskitu 3 года назад +98

    What a sweetheart you are Elliot. We miss Ben terribly as well.

  • @danielcleary3914
    @danielcleary3914 Год назад +21

    Elliot, not only are you a guitarist supreme, you gotta be one most genuine, sweet people in the public eye I’ve seen . Thanks for sharing your story about your incredibly gifted band mate Benjamin Orr. We miss him and Ric too. God bless all of you. Thanks for the great music.

  • @bradfordrand1
    @bradfordrand1 2 года назад +40

    Those last words got to me as well... Elliot says "I miss him terribly" with such hurt, sincerity & sadness. He must of had countless memories with Ben, making music, touring, laughing, sharing their successful experiences together... I can't imagine being in a band with Benjamin Orr. Everyone loved him... and we ALL now miss him... Terribly. Rest in Peace Ben

  • @dianegargano175
    @dianegargano175 3 года назад +19

    Him tearing up , is making me tear up.

  • @sherryjohnson2152
    @sherryjohnson2152 3 года назад +113

    No doubt, real caring people just do kind deeds, they dont look for attention from them. I got tears form Elliots last words about Ben, "I miss him terribly"

    • @kipponi
      @kipponi 3 года назад +9

      Yeah, me too. We all miss our lost one's.

    • @dianegargano175
      @dianegargano175 3 года назад +18

      It makes me so sad when i see him or david & greg alone in posts , it makes me think that they went from being together all those years to now being alone and that breaks my heart.

    • @analiajimenalopez4666
      @analiajimenalopez4666 7 месяцев назад

      Oh Yes ..i miss him terribly..😢

  • @loumonte658
    @loumonte658 11 месяцев назад +2

    What a beautiful soul he was/is.

  • @jeffreyrichard2575
    @jeffreyrichard2575 Год назад +2

    We all miss him.

  • @thebandthatisDAVE
    @thebandthatisDAVE Год назад +10

    My memory of Ben is of a fun heart felt guy that always chatted to me and made me feel very welcome on our heartbeat city tour. Along with ALL the guys. Great times opening for you guys. Thank you. DaZa. Wang Chung. Xo

  • @veronicalane1458
    @veronicalane1458 11 месяцев назад +1

    We All Miss him Tearably!

  • @georgelentz920
    @georgelentz920 2 года назад +18

    Hi Elliot - You and Ben had terrific chemistry onstage and it was obvious you were friends. It must have been so tough seeing him depart much too early. I feel so lucky to have enjoyed what you guys created together over the years. We will always love you for all of it. Cheers

  • @paulaann7543
    @paulaann7543 3 года назад +17

    Thank you E.E. Love You!!! ❤ 🎸 🏁 🚗💨

  • @funkycandycool
    @funkycandycool 3 года назад +38

    What a huge loss for the world. Imagine what he would have done during the past 20+ years to help others. It breaks my heart.

  • @DetVen
    @DetVen Год назад +3

    The Cars had 4 sold out shows in Detroit in early September 1980. I was at the second show and I remember it cuz the day after the concert, was my first day of high school in the 9th grade. The only reason my parents let me go was because my sister and her friends took me. I remember Benjamín Orr looking like the coolest cat on earth, total rockstar and what a voice he had!

  • @bushbeachlifestyle6721
    @bushbeachlifestyle6721 3 года назад +60

    Elliot really moves me when he speaks. I can't i.d. exactly what it is but unguarded comes to mind, free with his words and expressive. Heart memories & thoughts. He genuinely loves people is what I get from him.
    When I hear him speak of Benjamin, I can feel the respect, the love, and the pain 100%.
    I wish he could know how much we appreciate his recollections of band life, & his appreciation of his band mates. It means so much to have a lil insight on their lives and their evolvement over all these years.
    The remaining Cars lads still have so much to give, & say....much love to all xxx
    And thankyou for keeping them alive @sweetpurplejune x

    • @MissJensk1
      @MissJensk1 3 года назад +4

      I agree with you, he's a lovely guy & so modest.

    • @bushbeachlifestyle6721
      @bushbeachlifestyle6721 3 года назад

      @@MissJensk1 💗💗💗

    • @martyc2637
      @martyc2637 Год назад +2

      Unguarded is the perfect word to describe Elliot. Just a straight from the heart guy. Met him in Vegas and he was so down to earth. RIP Benjamin

    • @bushbeachlifestyle6721
      @bushbeachlifestyle6721 Год назад

      @@martyc2637 💓💓💓

  • @gracewolf16
    @gracewolf16 8 месяцев назад

    I love hearing these kinds of memories. ❤

  • @briansauk6837
    @briansauk6837 Год назад +1

    what a beautiful take on a beloved musician - wonderful!

  • @susanwiggins7847
    @susanwiggins7847 3 года назад +25

    Sounds like he was a wonderful man ❤️

  • @richardburton4635
    @richardburton4635 9 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for telling us about your memories of Benjamin Orr, Elliot. This was one of the best memories of him that I've found. It also speaks highly of you. You and Benjamin have always been my favorite members of the Cars and I am so grateful for both of your contributions to the band. You are amazing musicians and obviously people as well. God bless you and thank you for all of the incredible music and memories over the years!

  • @Missgibson2u
    @Missgibson2u 3 года назад +21

    Elliot is a great guy. Love the memories he shared. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @aimeepollock1579
    @aimeepollock1579 3 года назад +6

    He sounds like the perfect man . It's so rare to see people like this anymore

  • @rhemmie2825
    @rhemmie2825 3 года назад +16

    I read about this and have seen this clip a few times. Every time it gets me.

  • @DJ-bj8ku
    @DJ-bj8ku Год назад +4

    Elliot is so articulate and well-spoken, and he had great memories of Ben who reminds me of the Polish guys who live around me. They’re hardworking and generous. RIP, Ben.

  • @moniaguerra8023
    @moniaguerra8023 3 года назад +13

    ❤️ Benjamin always in our hearts

  • @chacabraka2549
    @chacabraka2549 3 года назад +12

    Ben was my "Man-Crush". What a unique Guy. Thanks for sharing Elliot!

  • @v.turner8465
    @v.turner8465 3 года назад +32

    Love all the memories Elliot shares with us. He always tells a story with such animation and sincerity. This one is really touching and from the heart. Thank you for sharing.

  • @tmlenn9885
    @tmlenn9885 3 года назад +9

    sweet memories !

  • @vivianmartinez5028
    @vivianmartinez5028 3 года назад +11

    Ben Orr sounded like an amazing man with a sweet spirt. RIP dear man.

  • @jcdova29
    @jcdova29 3 года назад +15

    Hi Mr. Elliot! Thank you for sharing great memories of Ben.

  • @notsure64
    @notsure64 3 года назад +6

    I love Benjamiin Orr, thanks Elliot!

  • @davisdeen-ty4so
    @davisdeen-ty4so 11 месяцев назад +1

    Great Singing BASS PLAYER❤

  • @lindaperez9646
    @lindaperez9646 3 года назад +13

    Thank you Elliot for sharing your memories of Ben. This is sweet.

  • @jmm1817
    @jmm1817 Год назад +2

    Thank you Elliot that was touching it means a lot to the fans as well. you seem like a very sweet guy yourself. Thanks for your music contribution and being part of my childhood memories

  • @abelyerikaguerra1540
    @abelyerikaguerra1540 Год назад +1

    What a sweet person RIP Benjamin.....both him and Ric had beutiful songs RIP Ric ....loved the cars...

  • @tomf9292
    @tomf9292 21 день назад

    Thank you EE for all the great music. I remember exactly where I was when I first heard “ just what I needed”, it was in the family car. My dad and brother were about to change the channel and I said NO WAY! It sounded like no other music I have ever heard in my then 14 yrs on the planet. Now at 59 and a long time bass player, the Cars will always be one of favorites.

  • @sgt.thundercok4704
    @sgt.thundercok4704 Год назад +1

    Ben needed to be heard more. They would have gone on longer.
    Elliot created his own thing. Those lead runs and fill riffs. All so unique, and for the song first, but with hints, and full on tells here and there, of the various styles he picked up and used to make his own creations.
    Two of my favorite guitarists; Elliot Easton and Robbie Krieger. True artists.

  • @bertram_oredrock
    @bertram_oredrock 3 года назад +19

    What's sad is Benjamin and Ric couldn't overcome their differences and continue to do what made them so great. Create and play good music for all to enjoy. It doesn't matter now. May Benjamin and Ric rest in peace.

    • @newavatar2947
      @newavatar2947 3 года назад +2

      Elektra Records only wanted Ric's songs.

    • @jacklawer6389
      @jacklawer6389 Год назад

      Do you know why the cars broke up?

    • @sgt.thundercok4704
      @sgt.thundercok4704 Год назад +6

      @@newavatar2947 - Calling 100% BS. It was all Ocasek's ego.
      Right... Elektra didn't want the great voice and look of many of their hits. Yeah, all they wanted was hiccup-boy.

    • @newavatar2947
      @newavatar2947 Год назад

      @@sgt.thundercok4704 Ric knew how to write better songs faster. Plus his gold digging wife wanted to have Ric on his own so he wouldn't share royalties. Ben just had that one solo record with the Top 40 hit, then nothing.
      Ric was far more creative though Ben had the better voice

    • @terrihilder8217
      @terrihilder8217 Год назад +4

      @@newavatar2947 No doubt Ric Ocasek was a genius with lyrics. However, the great Benjamin Orr had the look and the voice. That's huge.
      Interesting that back in the eighties when Miami Vice show was so big, it was Ben Orr whom they wanted to make a guest appearance on the show. Unfortunately, Benjamin was out of the country doing Live Aid and wasn't able to do it.

  • @adrianreyes4702
    @adrianreyes4702 10 дней назад

    We miss him too, and we didn't even know him except for what we see. One can only imagine the void he left to those who actually knew him well. On stage my memory is his big smile he'd give on occasion. His humor was evident. His ego, or lack thereof was truly admirable. When Elliot was about to play his lead, he'd take quick steps back out of the way to let Elliot shine. What a gentleman.

  • @mjklewin
    @mjklewin 2 года назад +6

    Ben was one of the all time greats! So were the Cars!

  • @joyced277
    @joyced277 11 месяцев назад +2

    Wow. That's for sharing this!!

  • @mamabear6403
    @mamabear6403 3 года назад +12

    Awe!! Such a great story!! I miss Ben and I didn’t know him! Thanks for the beautiful story.
    I can imagine him jumping in his Blazer and
    plowing drive-ways through a storm. I hope his son has heard these beautiful stories.

  • @veronicalane1458
    @veronicalane1458 11 месяцев назад +1

    I have trained my voice to be able to sing Ben’s Songs. He is/was more than an Inspiration to me, he was my muse.

  • @MegaKillerwatt
    @MegaKillerwatt Год назад +1

    Thank you for sharing that memory of a selfless Benjamin Orr. It was wonderful hearing that caring for others was his medicine for the soul.

  • @JP-pf1nj
    @JP-pf1nj 3 года назад +12

    Wow.... thank you...I always felt Orr and Easton were quite empathetic.

  • @ElectricAngel181
    @ElectricAngel181 9 месяцев назад

    Thank you Elliott, Your kind words about Ben will stay with me forever. Hes a forever Star 🌟.

  • @Jamestele1
    @Jamestele1 Год назад +1

    He sounds like he was a really good guy, and really good friend to have! Thanks to the great Elliot Easton for sharing this heartwarming memory

  • @marydillon1329
    @marydillon1329 4 месяца назад

    Elliot is one of the greatest guitartist who ever recorded/played-amazing he and Ben Orr arent as well known as they should be. Thankfully theres always a new generation that discovers as my 12 year old nephew can attest. He heard the Cars music in some movie he watched & now wants to know/hear all about them

  • @denisem270
    @denisem270 3 года назад +7

    Love ya Elliot this really touched my heart

  • @darkhero781
    @darkhero781 Год назад

    Great, distinctive guitar player…sounds like he’s even a better friend.

  • @marycarroll9915
    @marycarroll9915 3 года назад +10

    Thanks Donna! Elliot is just an amazing guy himself!

  • @JozeeWalz
    @JozeeWalz 3 года назад +8

    A very sweet soul and awesome vocalist we will never forget 🙏🙏❤

  • @yeahright302
    @yeahright302 3 года назад +8

    your a good guy elliot for sure!!you will always have better memories then people have in there real lifes!!

  • @sharonkennedy5536
    @sharonkennedy5536 3 года назад +11

    I miss Ben terribly myself…..😪

  • @user-tg2fg9ry1s
    @user-tg2fg9ry1s 3 года назад +13

    Love hearing someone talk about Ben and sharing with us of what he was like! I wish i knew where i could hear more of Ben in videos like this! I could listen for hours. But thankyou so much for sharing!

    • @donnasweetpurplejune6335
      @donnasweetpurplejune6335  3 года назад +7

      There are several here on my channel, if you get time to poke around. Stories from Jeff Carlisi, Liberty DeVitto, Leo Yorkell, and Joey Kurilec, plus there is a tribute video that features segments from several of Ben's loved ones. Hopefully there will be more coming.

    • @user-tg2fg9ry1s
      @user-tg2fg9ry1s 3 года назад +3

      @@donnasweetpurplejune6335 thank you so much!!!

  • @christinegp
    @christinegp 3 года назад +3

    My eyes are sweating 💔

  • @thecarolinashreds196
    @thecarolinashreds196 3 месяца назад

    Just stumbled onto this video. It makes me thankful that I was able to be around when this better than most bands called the Cars released their first album. It changed the game for sure. I miss them and the wonderful music they played. What a great video talking about Ben. He left way too quick. Thanks Elliot for sharing this with us, oh and by the way you my brother are one helluva guitarist.

  • @davidrice3337
    @davidrice3337 Год назад +2

    i grew up during the late 70s and 80s - always appreciated Elliot - I'm a lefty - but was never really In to the Cars - I have a new respect for them and their music -
    Mr Ben - it sounds like he was an Angel on Earth - He sure sang and played like one -

  • @laurelwood791
    @laurelwood791 2 года назад

    22+ years after his pssing....almost a quarter of a century gone from This place....I hope he knows, ass the crowds dwindled....that he wasn't forgotten. I hope he sees now....the thousands that still seek, listen, watch and appreciate this very talented multi-instumentalist, with a voice unlike any other. Benjamin Orr. Sorely missed.

  • @doubleuplsst3149
    @doubleuplsst3149 2 года назад +1

    Thanks, Elliot. I'm sure that Ben misses you, also. I'm also sure that friendship survives the passing of a person. True friends. Bless you...

  • @robnation2475
    @robnation2475 3 года назад +4

    Yep, that makes sense

  • @erikakathleen509
    @erikakathleen509 2 года назад +4

    God thank you so much for the glorious music you all created. Just moves me in ways no other band does.

  • @doubleuplsst3149
    @doubleuplsst3149 2 года назад +2

    We all miss Ben. I would so go back to the seventies...

  • @AnthonyJones-qi1vq
    @AnthonyJones-qi1vq 7 месяцев назад +1

    Wow! What a great guy Benjamin was! He was neighbors with my younger brother, in Atlanta, when he ,unfortunately, passed away. When I see their videos, I compare The Cars to The Beatles. Benjamin is Paul McCartney, Elliott is George Harrison and Rick is John Lennon.

  • @b.wiggins714
    @b.wiggins714 Год назад

    I’m so glad I found this tribute to Benjamin Orr on here. I grew up with the Cars and play guitar to as many songs as I can learn. Thank you for sharing this. We miss you too, Ben.

  • @iwantthe80sback59
    @iwantthe80sback59 3 года назад +6

    Thank you Donna for this and all the others you’ve uploaded. Knew/heard much more about Ric over the many years but very little about Benjamin (or Elliott, Greg and Dave for that matter) so it’s really nice to see vids like this. RIP Benjamin and Ric.

  • @Longisland95
    @Longisland95 2 года назад +2

    Great story. You guys are and we’re all amazing with all your talents you brought to the table. Also all sincere real People. Your one of the most underrated amazing guitarists ever and in my opinion Ben was one the best vocalists/bass players ever. I’m 53 play bass and am still trying to emulate his style and Vocals but there was only one Ben.

  • @nobodythatyouknow305
    @nobodythatyouknow305 2 года назад +1

    Aweeee I love Elliot 😍😍😍

  • @analiajimenalopez4666
    @analiajimenalopez4666 7 месяцев назад

    Elliot is brilliant, so polite and fine guitarist...And Ben was too much for this earth...a gentleman with a perfect voice ..a special man . We miss terribly Benjamin Orr..

  • @kevinkhoy7171
    @kevinkhoy7171 Год назад

    Met Elliot Aug. 1998 back stage at a music Festival in Meridian Mississippi. The Coolest Guy! Great Ben Orr Story! Just a regular guy at ❤️ Snow Plowing neighborhood Drive Ways! ✝️ 🙏 👍 All the Best Elliot! Hoy

  • @alexnutcasio936
    @alexnutcasio936 Год назад

    Elliott, real nice guy, great guitar player.

  • @kenlandon7803
    @kenlandon7803 2 года назад +1

    What a guy. Proving the good die young. God love you Ben. Success didn't corrupt his good nature.

  • @morpher44
    @morpher44 3 месяца назад +1

    who's gonna plow your driveway, when your snowed in? Thanks for all the great music Elliot.

    • @jamesgoetz4625
      @jamesgoetz4625 22 дня назад

      Very clever. I would add, It can't go on, now that, Ben is gone, tonight.

  • @donnaleone3818
    @donnaleone3818 Год назад +1

    I appreciate you all. Your music takes me back to some of the most important times of my life whenever I listen.

  • @jenniferbielitz2179
    @jenniferbielitz2179 2 года назад +2

    Awwwww you are a sweet lovely man too ! xxxx

  • @spaztekwarrior
    @spaztekwarrior Год назад

    The Cars will always be one of my favourite bands. Heartbeat City came out in my grad year. Fun music. Fun times.

  • @mjp96
    @mjp96 4 месяца назад

    This is so genuine!

  • @jimray2281
    @jimray2281 2 месяца назад

    Love this story about Ben (snowplow guy) and I’ve repeated it on different platforms. It really speaks to what a beautiful soul Ben was.

  • @adamcotton2121
    @adamcotton2121 5 месяцев назад

    Beautifully sad. What a chap!

  • @ВераДУХ-л3д
    @ВераДУХ-л3д Год назад +2

    БОЖЕСТВЕННЫЙ ГОЛОС БЕНА БУДУТ СЛУШАТЬ ВЕКАМИ! ТАЛАНТ И ЛЕГЕНДА! СВЕТЛЫЙ ЧЕЛОВЕК-БЫЛ БЕН! И СПАСИБО БОЛЬШОЕ ЧТО ТРОГАТЕЛЬНО СКАЗАЛИ О БЕНИ! ВЫ ТОЖЕ ВЕЛИКОЛЕПНЫЙ ГИТАРИСТ! 👌👏👏👏👌👌🇸🇮🇸🇮🇸🇮2023г.

  • @Orrphan
    @Orrphan 3 года назад +2

    Nice. For some reason I knew about the snow plow thing but missed the first half. Maybe I had read it and never saw this video.

  • @mariaisabelgarciamoncada6391
    @mariaisabelgarciamoncada6391 2 года назад

    Que lindo... Dios mío ....guitarrista te admiro hoy mañana y siempre

  • @robinshepard4571
    @robinshepard4571 Год назад +2

    Want you to know Elliot I grew up watching you and the cars I was a lot younger so in 1977 I was in the seventh grade I grew up in Alameda California across the bay from San Francisco so you guys were my first rockstars I fell in love with and of course I didn't get to see you only a day on the green with Bill Graham presents in a field of people all over the place and as a tight as a youngster in the seventh grade I thought you guys are brilliant men I just wish that I would have came and seen you as a grown up girl at 21 I'm in love with all of you from the Cars I just want you to know you're my first rockstars I fell in love with love you all so much you'll always be in my heart and my dreams thank you Elliott for keeping the dream alive❤✝️💪🕶️😊💖🎸🌹👍🥰💕🌟🕊️🙏❤️👁️✌️🇺🇸

  • @jasonwhite7452
    @jasonwhite7452 2 года назад +1

    Need a ❤️ button for this!

  • @jamaral81
    @jamaral81 2 года назад +1

    I just finished reading the book "Let's Go! Benjamin Orr and The Cars", a fantastic book about him. To my suprise, I found out Elliot Easton declined to be interviewed on the book. Would anyone know why he would decline? My guess is that it might have been too painful for Elliot to re-live the past like that. You can tell in this clip Elliot starts to cry when talking about Ben. RIP Ben and Ric

  • @carl_anderson9315
    @carl_anderson9315 Год назад +2

    Ben’s “baby-face” was deceiving. It surprised me to know the was the second oldest member of the band after Ric. He was 6 years older than Elliot.

  • @Cutter-jx3xj
    @Cutter-jx3xj Год назад +2

    It's called agape love. Matthew 6 talks about the right way to do things. Glory to God.

  • @shudarschway9479
    @shudarschway9479 2 года назад +2

    Very interesting. I did the same thing in the 1980's and 1990's with my snow plow. Never told anyone no one ever knew i just did it for about 18 people and 2 churches

  • @veekatore8983
    @veekatore8983 3 месяца назад +1

    In 78 my sister gave 2 tickets to ss the Cars. She worked for the concert co and big fm rick station. I often got back stage. But I was seeing a insanely hot girl. Almost living w her. When my dad 1st met her he almodt dropped his drink. She was 3 yrs older. I was 17 and she was 20 21. Well she thought Ben was the most beautiful musician she ever saw..lol I remember her wanting me to get black leather pants? I was a young drummer. Well she MAULED me that night at her apt..lol I will say Im 100% hetro no doubt..in fact women have been my kryptonite..lol But I can honestly say he was a stunning man.. There are a few, Elvis, McCartney, Prince and Ben is one as well. So sad we lost Ben and Rick. Best of times and again Thanks Ben!

  • @helena20000
    @helena20000 3 месяца назад +1

    ❤#BenjaminOrr@#TheCars❣️

  • @aliasmith0425
    @aliasmith0425 2 года назад

    Awwwwww🥺❤️

  • @tinkdust1632
    @tinkdust1632 2 года назад +1

    ❤❤❤

  • @josephcollins628
    @josephcollins628 5 месяцев назад

    Wow Ben was a great guy

  • @westfield90
    @westfield90 Год назад

    We miss Ben too

  • @antonellaminecraft2715
    @antonellaminecraft2715 Год назад

    Puedes colgar otro que este subtitulados al español porfavor

  • @fcbassman
    @fcbassman Год назад

    Did ben Own a white Spector NS-2 Bass? I was told he did and I think I have it.

  • @antonellaminecraft2715
    @antonellaminecraft2715 Год назад

    Sigue en inglés 😔 no funcionó donna

  • @DJ-ALIXX
    @DJ-ALIXX 2 года назад

    Thx for posting this Donna ! We made an "Drive" Cover , check it out ! Greetings Alex

  • @antonellaminecraft2715
    @antonellaminecraft2715 Год назад

    Donna soy de Perú puedes subtitular en español por favor 😍🖖

  • @fromalongtimeago
    @fromalongtimeago 10 месяцев назад +1

    Elliot looks like one of those Halebop cult people from San Diego

  • @googoo-gjoob
    @googoo-gjoob Год назад

    Henrietta Lange was in the Cars _?!!?_