88. Jackson Browne / Doctor My Eyes

[danieljorissen]

Does everyone realize just how amazing it is to watch Leland Sklar play along with this track? ... it's a secret window into the heart of this Jackson Browne song ... and he is using the same bass from the original recording. It is truly magical.

[ScootersGroove]

I don't know about anyone else but I got chills the moment you started playing, fantastic bass line. You were the groove to my growing up with the FM radio playing on a summer day. Thank you Lee.

[rayjeske]

Lee, you're an American treasure. Thanks for creating this community. It means so much to all of us.

[russevans]

Sir, I can understand why so many call you their friend. You have a big heart, and that comes through in your playing. Not to be insulting to others, but I'm so glad you didn't get into the drug scene over the years - your memory is great, and the stories you tell are enthralling to many of us. I'm now in my 60s, and I grew up listening to the music you have been a part of. Thank you so very much for sharing your gift and your life with us fans.

[MrGilperc]

Never realized how intricate and involved this bass part was. It's awesome!

[steverochon]

You’ve been standing in the background of my life’s soundtrack for almost 50 years now. Your work was always noticed and love, and yet this is the first time I’ve heard directly from you. Loved it! Thanks for all your work all these years. Stay healthy and safe Lee!

[petehorton]

Thanks Leland. I’ve been listening to Dr. My Eyes since about ‘72 and it sounds as good today as it did back then. It never gets old. Once again, Thanks!

[Scott-McIntyre]

@Leland, man i cannot thank you enough for laying the groove for so much of my youth in rural Michigan. You say you were “sloppy” in this bass re-visit—RIDICULOUS. That was flawless and you are a real gift.

[micheleerwin]

I discovered jackson browne in 1975 when I was pregnant with my son. I have seen him so many times in concert. I had tickets to take my friend to see Jackson and James Taylor, but covid put the Kakash on those plans.
I am 66 and absolutely set in my choice in music. I detest that crap they try to pass off as music these days. I cringe when sitting at a red light and having to listen to something that sounds like busted speakers and someone screeching.
I deal with chronic pain and have my head phones on, listening to some beautiful soul with some awesome talent.
Thank you, Leland for the gift you share with those who truly appreciate your talent.

[peterconnolly]

"I'm losing my chops"... then starts to play this song in such a way that the rest of us mere bass players can only weep....

[whodder]

Each of your video's is like an episode of "Inside the Actor's Studio" (except it's Musicians) and at 57, I'm still being educated! Similar to my comment on your Linda Ronstadt post, you are such a class act! Many musicians look at gigs as a way to pay the rent and I get that but you always focus on, and pay homage to the artists you play with and how they influence and elevate you with such passion. You are SO gracious and again are the Coolest Cat! Everyone gets mentioned and you show such great respect and sincere gratitude. Sure, the only people you did not mentioned were the cleaners! (I guess you would have but you were all gone by the time they came around!) Thank you for sharing this wonderful story Lee!

[helenespaulding]

Lee, you have become very dear and precious to so many of us. We cherish you, and our time with you. Please in your hammock in your beautiful yard and just recharge. You don’t owe us to show up every day. But I will warn you that if you skip more than two, you will be getting many of us checking in to make sure you’re OK. You have become like a dear friend and thousands of us just want to hang with you....Please take are now very important to us all.

[bassmangotdbluz]

Lots of us can play every figure you just played but very few have the sense and good taste to know when to and what not to play. That is one of the many reasons that make LS the quintessential Bassist who everyone wants on their project and the musical low-end Barometer of a generation. Many thanks for all you've given us by just doing your thing.

[buzmey]

What a great man. You will never know how many people you have moved with your musical contributions. Thank you.

[StringPassion.]

I'm getting addicted to this channel.

[Islander]

Beside the beautiful melodies and lyrics, the bass line of this song is the HOOK!
Thank you so much!

[patmancrowley]

Leland Sklar, it was an honor to sit these few minutes with you as you reminisced about your past with Jackson Brown. My older brother, Michael (GOD rest his soul), was a huge fan of Jackson Brown music. When I listen to these songs that you were apart of I am reminded of him before the cancer. It was a real treat to sit here with you. Thank you so much! Peace, Love and Happiness to you and your family.

[waldosgrade]

Stay well Leland! You have a universe of fans who love and appreciate your work through the years.!

[DannyDep]

Thank you Leland for all the memorable musical performances you have ever been part of.
I'd like to give a shout out for your performance of Doctor My Eyes with Jackson Browne for Playing For Change....
and to all the other musicians world wide who also took part in that performance.
Such a unique organization... can't imagine some musician on the other side of the world feeling delirious that he is playing
with the great Leland Sklar. All the best Peace. 🙏

[KC-rden]

Leland, I toured with the Everly brothers in the early seventies and Waddy was on guitar and Warren Zevon on piano...miss those days....