Yeah I loved this so much..loved funk years and bootsy is a huge oart of it.only been watching bootsy interviews just now but this was awesome!! Like golden pieces of knowledge
Okay people real TALK!!.I have been with the Parliament Funkadelic since 1974,. I've seen them in concert numerous times I've been backstage with them, I've talked to George during his Rolling Stone interview in 1987,. And I will say this.. if it was not for Bootsy, Bernie Worrell,. Garry shider Michael Hampton.. Ray Davis, fuzzy Haskins, Grady Thomas,. and cool man Calvin Simon there wouldn't be no Parliament Funkadelic.. Bootsy brought the ONE and SOME!!!. He played the drums as well as the bass on the majority of the songs for the Parliament Funkadelic albums and other acts... he played the drums and bass on Chocolate City, let's take it to the stage, Mothership Connection, the Clones of dr. Funkenstein. He actually showed Bernie how to play the bass synthesizer on funkentelechy vs the placebo syndrome specifically flashlight, he also played the bass and drums on Bop gun, funkentelechy and flashlight Him and Bernie actually put Aqua Boogie together, he played drums on it.. he played the drums on One Nation Under a Groove and Not Just Knee Deep,. Oh and let's not forget roger and Zapp's first album.. as well as his own solo career..BOOTSY IS 1 BAD MOTHER!!!!
That’s what’s up it’s sad you ain’t get enough notice cause some probably didn’t even read this but MANNNN!!i know you had a blast yo everyday I wake up to the show with him and the rubbber band singers Rather Be with you !!bro Bootsy is the shit imma 81 baby so my aunts and uncles etc.. was playing this when I was knee high to a fly but the past weeks I’ve realy been hearing him and that RUclips live show was so on point just wowed me so much respect and appreciation goes out to for sharing fr ✊🏽bless
Bootsy played alot of the drums on those records but Jerome "Bigfoot" Brailey played on Funkentelechy and many other tracks. Not to take away from Bootsy, because he's a force for sure but you gotta give the drummer some. Bigfoot was a big part of the Parliament sound.
I am from Argentina. There is a band here called Illia Kuryaki & The Valderramas, and one time i was listening to a song from them called ''Joya+Guinda+Fuego''(ruclips.net/video/NSz8sRQ-s_g/видео.html) and i couldnt help but thinkin holy shit they stole this from Bootsy's Munchies For Your Love! and i left a comment on it (i was listening to it on youtube). Somebody replied saying that not only Bootsy recorded this song with them, he also recorded the entire album with them, and gave them like a funk certificate or some funky shit like that hahaha. I was mindblown. If you are interested, the album is called ''Leche''.
Bootsy is that dude, His big bro Catfish RIP was awesome in his own right, students who became the teachers. Their contributions alongside Kash Waddy were pivotal to P-Funk and Funk period.
I’m watching this before bed, so I’ll have to watch it in parts. But I’m ten minutes in, and I love it! Bootsy just makes you want to pick up your bass and get funky!! I’ll have to get up out of bed and play for a few minutes so I can rest!
What an awesome interview laid back and extremely informative flow Loved it no dull moments ! Bootsy laid down so much wisdom here as a musician and his approach towards his craft its a true impartation of his musicality. The questions were great and opened up the dialogue to a wonderful flawless flow . I learned a lot
Bootsy & P-funk made my childhood so much more interesting, adventurous & creative, musically speaking. The whole thing ...the language, the concepts & the spectacle. They were like The Beatles for me, to the previous generation. Not in terms of the popularity of course, but the creativity & albums , as a complete piece of art. The complete subversiveness of it all as well, from the album covers to the lyrics. Truly one of the the greatest bands ( & empires) in Rock.
that dude from sweetwater is the king of interviews, on youtube their is so many interviews from different people, but he sure make em look like kids and groupies.He is professional and appreciated from musicians
Nothing like sound instrumentation!! 🎸🎸🎹🥁 It gives just a richer sound and you get to see the musicians at work!! The way they can make the instruments feel like they are conversing with the audience!! Live performances!! Beautiful Sound!!
Mitch might be THEE SINGLE GREATEST INTERVIEWER OF ALL TIME, and BOOTSY IS DEFINITELY THE GREATEST INTERVIEWEE OF ALL TIME. I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS INTERVIEW. Bootsy is the greatest bass player alive simply because he is the Legacy of Funk and his understanding of music laid the foundation for all of the music of today.
The engineer that Bootsy mentioned (Jim Vitti) was and still is out of this world. I'm currently an engineer at the studio (United Sound Systems Recording Studios) and I love to hear old stories from band members and anyone else who roamed the halls here. We've received our historic marker last year and we're still making history! Power to the Funk! Thank You Sweetwater!!!
I adore and think this man is the most humble yet the funkiest ever around, one quote from FRED WESLEY has stuck in my mind ""Bootsy is one of the naturally funkiest people in the world, he could pick up a stick and hit it on aground, and it's gonna be funky". If this isn't the best CV tell me!
His sprit was always positive I remember when he did Bootszilla he acted like the success he had was no big deal one of the few people that loved what did for a living look at his resume he worked with James Brown George Clinton and he acts like no big deal
Fantastic interview. Insightful, on point and very relaxing. The interviewer does a great job and hearing Bootsy recount his life is a joy. Made my day. Thanks Sweetwater.
Man, what a great interview! Props to Sweetwater for this very informative and entertaining few minutes of well spent RUclips-ia. Every band, group, etc. has its pinnacle period. This was the JBs'. Bootsy, Catfish, Kash, Chicken, and Robert...the sound from Cincinnati that launched a thousand funk licks. Music owes this dude a huge debt of gratitude for his everlasting groove! 👑🎸🎵
I have watched this video repeatedly and it never gets old. I love Bootsy's energy, his humbleness and his love for music. I wish I could sit with him and just listen to him talk. Wonderful interview! Thank you!
I'm so glad u got him. He looks fabulous, I read he had surgery around the holidays. One of the best interviews I've seen.. excellent keep up the good work Sweetwater
James Brown was a Great teacher. I love hearing the fact that Bootsy had great experience even before James Brown. His brother Catfish was an extraordinary Guitarist also. Did Great work with James Brown and The Funk Mob
Bootsy is a real humanist and a good musician .. TRUE ARTIST!!! IT S ALL ABOUT THE MUSIC AND THE FUNK... the rest is irrelevant.. We all need to lighten up and to know where the ONE is.. THAT S IT.. GO BOOTSY.. 👍🏻👍🏻😂😂
Always great to see a legend talking so down to earth...unlike some musicians, for example, Mr. Eddie Vedder- when Pearl Jam got signed, "This is great man, I just love making music!" When Pearl Jam got some fame and big shows, "I'm an artist you know..."
That tough, classic question that bootsie struggled with is interesting. It seems that he is chasing a moment that is formed in his mind by the music he’s hearing and then works towards creating that moment. Robin Williams does this with his own words, Zappa does it (with much more forethought) with his electric guitar.
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bootsy's so incredibly humble and down to earth for how legendary and talented he is
I could listen to boots talk for hours.
Bootsy is a great musician, great performer and a great man. Thanks Bootsy!!!
What a nice guy he is, so genuinely down to earth, with a voice you could listen to for years! one of life's real good Souls.
Bootsy doesn't look like he has hardly aged. Great video!
10:21 Bootsy's answer to this question is really humble and honest. No bullshit. I like that.
Bootsy Collins, a goddamn legend in the flesh!
What a personality, great instincts, coolest musician on the planet.
I still remember Bootsy.. it takes 2 to funk. love you man.
Hearing a master like this say they didn’t know where the one was at first gives me hope.
This is one of the best Bootsy interviews I've see. As a musician, I really enjoyed this. Thank you Mitch for being a great interviewer.
😎👊
It is very cool. I could listen to Bootsy talk for hours.
Yeah I loved this so much..loved funk years and bootsy is a huge oart of it.only been watching bootsy interviews just now but this was awesome!! Like golden pieces of knowledge
The man. The legend. The persona that is....BOOTSY.
Those interviews are dreams come true for musicians.
Luv Bootsy Collins...so professional so down to earth a legend for sure..the real deal ❤😎
Bootsy always brings that laid back and positive energy. Glad he is well. Really good interview.
Okay people real TALK!!.I have been with the Parliament Funkadelic since 1974,. I've seen them in concert numerous times I've been backstage with them, I've talked to George during his Rolling Stone interview in 1987,. And I will say this.. if it was not for Bootsy, Bernie Worrell,. Garry shider Michael Hampton.. Ray Davis, fuzzy Haskins, Grady Thomas,. and cool man Calvin Simon there wouldn't be no Parliament Funkadelic.. Bootsy brought the ONE and SOME!!!. He played the drums as well as the bass on the majority of the songs for the Parliament Funkadelic albums and other acts... he played the drums and bass on Chocolate City, let's take it to the stage, Mothership Connection, the Clones of dr. Funkenstein. He actually showed Bernie how to play the bass synthesizer on funkentelechy vs the placebo syndrome specifically flashlight, he also played the bass and drums on Bop gun, funkentelechy and flashlight Him and Bernie actually put Aqua Boogie together, he played drums on it.. he played the drums on One Nation Under a Groove and Not Just Knee Deep,. Oh and let's not forget roger and Zapp's first album.. as well as his own solo career..BOOTSY IS 1 BAD MOTHER!!!!
That’s what’s up it’s sad you ain’t get enough notice cause some probably didn’t even read this but MANNNN!!i know you had a blast yo everyday I wake up to the show with him and the rubbber band singers Rather Be with you !!bro Bootsy is the shit imma 81 baby so my aunts and uncles etc.. was playing this when I was knee high to a fly but the past weeks I’ve realy been hearing him and that RUclips live show was so on point just wowed me so much respect and appreciation goes out to for sharing fr ✊🏽bless
He's My Mentor ! I Hold Him In The Highest Regards.
Eddie Johnson Thanks for sharing your insights. This is what I dig about RUclips..
Bootsy played alot of the drums on those records but Jerome "Bigfoot" Brailey played on Funkentelechy and many other tracks. Not to take away from Bootsy, because he's a force for sure but you gotta give the drummer some. Bigfoot was a big part of the Parliament sound.
I am from Argentina. There is a band here called Illia Kuryaki & The Valderramas, and one time i was listening to a song from them called ''Joya+Guinda+Fuego''(ruclips.net/video/NSz8sRQ-s_g/видео.html) and i couldnt help but thinkin holy shit they stole this from Bootsy's Munchies For Your Love! and i left a comment on it (i was listening to it on youtube). Somebody replied saying that not only Bootsy recorded this song with them, he also recorded the entire album with them, and gave them like a funk certificate or some funky shit like that hahaha.
I was mindblown. If you are interested, the album is called ''Leche''.
Great interview. I love Bootsy , what a sweetheart!
Thanks for being around, Bootsy. Your wisdom is a fortune for upstart musicians
Bootsy is still a young guy at heart!!!! Looks like he stays young forever.
What a beatiful soul and what a genius and no arrogance at all, love Bootsy!!!!
Bootsy is that dude, His big bro Catfish RIP was awesome in his own right, students who became the teachers. Their contributions alongside Kash Waddy were pivotal to P-Funk and Funk period.
Ohio was kicking ass in the 70s and early 80s Funk was killing it,,,Ohio could have it's own Funk Hall of Fame,,,,
they do its in Dayton
They do! It's in DAYTON OHIO, I thought you knew? 1love
I so agree!
It totally could! No static on that!
FACTS
Thank you lord for this wonderful man and his God given talent !! I would love to jam with bootsy Collins !!!
What a legend, one of the warmest interviews I've ever seen. Definitely someone I'd like to go for a beer with
What an incredibly humble and nice man! And beyond talented too!
He is a living legend. Great interview SW.
Thanks for checking it out! 😊
This is one of the best interviews of a musician on youtube. No ego from the interviewer. Brilliant all around!
Bootsy is the real thing! Authentic to the core!
I’m watching this before bed, so I’ll have to watch it in parts.
But I’m ten minutes in, and I love it! Bootsy just makes you want to pick up your bass and get funky!!
I’ll have to get up out of bed and play for a few minutes so I can rest!
Much love for Bootsy!! The quintessential feel musician. It's a gift man
This is one of the best history lessons😻👌
The soul walks with this man on and off music
What an influence
What an awesome interview laid back and extremely informative flow Loved it no dull moments ! Bootsy laid down so much wisdom here as a musician and his approach towards his craft its a true impartation of his musicality. The questions were great and opened up the dialogue to a wonderful flawless flow . I learned a lot
Oh man, always love hearing Bootsy talk. Great questions from the interview man
Bootsy & P-funk made my childhood so much more interesting, adventurous & creative, musically speaking. The whole thing ...the language, the concepts & the spectacle. They were like The Beatles for me, to the previous generation. Not in terms of the popularity of course, but the creativity & albums , as a complete piece of art. The complete subversiveness of it all as well, from the album covers to the lyrics. Truly one of the the greatest bands ( & empires) in Rock.
Living legend. 👍
What a great low key interview! loved it!
that dude from sweetwater is the king of interviews, on youtube their is so many interviews from different people, but he sure make em look like kids and groupies.He is professional and appreciated from musicians
Luv this guy💯💯~ totally respect👏👏💕
Nothing like sound instrumentation!!
🎸🎸🎹🥁
It gives just a richer sound and you get to see the musicians at work!! The way they can make the instruments feel like they are conversing with the audience!! Live performances!! Beautiful Sound!!
Mitch might be THEE SINGLE GREATEST INTERVIEWER OF ALL TIME, and BOOTSY IS DEFINITELY THE GREATEST INTERVIEWEE OF ALL TIME. I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS INTERVIEW. Bootsy is the greatest bass player alive simply because he is the Legacy of Funk and his understanding of music laid the foundation for all of the music of today.
The engineer that Bootsy mentioned (Jim Vitti) was and still is out of this world. I'm currently an engineer at the studio (United Sound Systems Recording Studios) and I love to hear old stories from band members and anyone else who roamed the halls here. We've received our historic marker last year and we're still making history! Power to the Funk! Thank You Sweetwater!!!
😎👍
MixedByScience hey what’s your ig or social media we should link up.
Fever Dog rules !
That's one of the most interesting points, Mr. Jim. The engineer. Changed music in droves.
@@MsImy12 I'm literally just now seeing these comments. lol
Fantastic interview... Big respect to the Legend Bootsy Collins
I could listen to this guy's voice all day.
Same . He’s got a real soothing voice
Excellent interview always love hearing bootsy talk
Man! Do I appreciate his musicianship! Master Craftsman.....
I adore and think this man is the most humble yet the funkiest ever around, one quote from FRED WESLEY has stuck in my mind ""Bootsy is one of the naturally funkiest people in the world, he could pick up a stick and hit it on aground, and it's gonna be funky". If this isn't the best CV tell me!
If you are unfunky and don't like the music, if you are a decent person, Bootsy's grin and laughter will make you like him as a human.
His sprit was always positive I remember when he did Bootszilla he acted like the success he had was no big deal one of the few people that loved what did for a living look at his resume he worked with James Brown George Clinton and he acts like no big deal
One of the very few geniuses of our time
The best Sweetwater minute interview I´ve ever seen.
Fantastic interview. Insightful, on point and very relaxing. The interviewer does a great job and hearing Bootsy recount his life is a joy. Made my day. Thanks Sweetwater.
Man, what a great interview!
Props to Sweetwater for this very informative and entertaining few minutes of well spent RUclips-ia.
Every band, group, etc. has its pinnacle period. This was the JBs'. Bootsy, Catfish, Kash, Chicken, and Robert...the sound from Cincinnati that launched a thousand funk licks. Music owes this dude a huge debt of gratitude for his everlasting groove! 👑🎸🎵
Bootsy, excellent info. 👍🎸😲✌
Very insightful interview Thank you so much for this
What a great interview! You did a great job Mitch. Plus, Bootsy looks great!
I make hip hop beats and when you put that 808 on the one it's a winner much respect mr. Collins that .
Look at Mitch and Bootsy,just sitting around chillin',and talking about funk,This is too cool🗽🛸🤖
Said it before, I'll say it again. Bootsy is always the coolest cat in the room. Even if I wasn't about the funk I'd still love Bootsy.
Excellent in-depth interview by Mitch, much respect.
I have watched this video repeatedly and it never gets old. I love Bootsy's energy, his humbleness and his love for music. I wish I could sit with him and just listen to him talk. Wonderful interview! Thank you!
Just awesome. Bootsy is just a force... Thanks for this interview Mitch Gallegher. Just awesome!!! :-D
I'm so glad u got him. He looks fabulous, I read he had surgery around the holidays. One of the best interviews I've seen.. excellent keep up the good work Sweetwater
He lives 10 minutes from me in Cincinnati and word on the street is that Bootsy ain't doing so good. Like, not good at all health wise. Tears of Joy
@@andrewmorgan4650 heard anything recently on him? Hope hes doing okay the world needs Bootsy
So eye opening! What he said about the bass and phrasing
Never Forget the P-Funk days,,,👍👍🎶
Bootsy Collins... DaKingofdeeFunk!! He don't know where he's goin' but he's on his way... what a ride. Thank Bootsy!
James Brown was a Great teacher. I love hearing the fact that Bootsy had great experience even before James Brown. His brother Catfish was an extraordinary Guitarist also. Did Great work with James Brown and The Funk Mob
This is one of the best of Sweetwater interviews. Thanks.
OMG I loved this interview. Seemed so natural and organic
His approach to the funk changed my life. Right on. 🤘🏾
Bootsy rulez! So glad to see this great interview. Thanks Mitch and Bootsy! :)
Much respect for the awesome Bootsy!
Such a cozy interview, I’d love to smoke a blunt and listen to this in person.
Great questions
8:44
He is even in the right key of that song!!! long live the funk and bootsy!!
Sweetwater and Bootsy two of my favorite things !!!
Bootsy is a beautiful soul.
Thanks brother, great to give some love to a legend such as Bootsy!(maybe you can get him in studio Asometime)
great interview with a legend. I met Bootsey, he is the most down-to-earth living legend there is.
Great Interview . As a bass player myself Bootsy is so interesting and Humble.
Awesome interview, also a great insightful lesson as well.
True
He was bringing the Mothership in when he was playing!!
I love Bootsy. He made it through it all. A living legend. Good vibes always. Thank you man. You rocked the DC/MD/VA area. We love you!
😎🤘
Super cool!!!!!
What an enjoyable and informative interview. Thx guys! Bootsy🤘🔥🤘
Just a great interview..great interviewer ❤
Bootsy's late '90s goth look in this video rocks my world.
Very nice, excellent interview!
Classic interview. R.I.P James Brown
One of The Godfather’s of Funk....no 808’s needed.
You just gotta love Bootsy. Funkiest man alive
"WE LOVE BOOTSY"
Bootsy is a real humanist and a good musician .. TRUE ARTIST!!! IT S ALL ABOUT THE MUSIC AND THE FUNK... the rest is irrelevant.. We all need to lighten up and to know where the ONE is.. THAT S IT.. GO BOOTSY.. 👍🏻👍🏻😂😂
I took shrooms the other day and watched some bootsy rubber band live.. that was the best stuff ive ever seen..
a million years ago, my very first trip to NAMM (anaheim), Bootsy Collins was the first "star" i saw there
What cool guy! Class act
Always great to see a legend talking so down to earth...unlike some musicians, for example, Mr. Eddie Vedder- when Pearl Jam got signed, "This is great man, I just love making music!" When Pearl Jam got some fame and big shows, "I'm an artist you know..."
That tough, classic question that bootsie struggled with is interesting. It seems that he is chasing a moment that is formed in his mind by the music he’s hearing and then works towards creating that moment. Robin Williams does this with his own words, Zappa does it (with much more forethought) with his electric guitar.
Bootsy always shows cool demeanor
I know its already been said but this was a great interview
I play by air as well and thought I couldn't pursue music. Now hearing my idol's story the universe is my limit. 💛💛💛💛💛🎵