TAL WILKENFELD INTERVIEW - JANUARY 2020
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Ahead of her Bluesfest debut and Australian side shows, the multi-talented Tal Wilkenfeld chats to Australian Musician editor Greg Phillips about her career, gear, the new album Love Remains and how much the upcoming Australian tour and Bluesfest appearance will mean to her.
Tal Wilkenfeld is an Australian-born bass player, singer, songwriter and guitarist who rose to fame after featuring in a 40 minute jam with The Allman Brothers in New York in 2006 at the age of twenty. Word spread quickly of Tal’s remarkable talent on the bass and before long she was performing alongside artists such as Jeff Beck, Prince, Eric Clapton, Mick Jagger and Herbie Hancock. She also attracted an endorsement from respected bass manufacturer Roger Sadowsky. Her debut instrumental album Transformation featured acclaimed musicians Wayne Krantz and Keith Carlock as part of her backing band. Since then Tal has continued to collaborate with some of the world’s finest musicians and in March 2019 was featured on the cover of Bass Player magazine. Also in 2019 Tal released her debut vocal album Love Remains, further developing her multi-faceted gift.
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What a genius talent Tal is! Condolences to her for Jeff's passing. Instrumental geniuses working together like magic.
@ALEXONLIFE
Жыл бұрын
Actually Jeff wasn't much of a genius at all. Quite the opposite. He killed himself. You don't sound much of a genius either. Or actually, you are a genius on the level of Jeff Beck. How about that? You will be seeing Jeff soon.
I love her original compositions and everything else
She’s a great musician. Hats off to her.
What a bonus that she’s articulate and practical.
Hats off to this amazing musician, been a fan since her early appearances with my hero Jeff Beck.
This soul has genius! Absolutely unique!
Watching this young lady playing with Jeff Beck at the 2007 crossroads was so unbelievably enjoyable for me. She is so talented. RIP Jeff.
I can't believe this amazing talent is also so beautiful ! Wow!
Articulate verbally and musically. All of the gifts without rampant ego. Amazing talent.
Awesome talent who's played with countless legends. Def has a mid pacific accent after living in the US for so long. Her playing with the late Jeff Beck at Ronnie Scotts is sublime. RIP Jeff.
@fifermcgee5971
Жыл бұрын
She is Australian so there is a slight hint of the Aussie accent. Her English has been Americanized.
@toggler6985
Жыл бұрын
@@fifermcgee5971 The girl from Bondi… my hometown! Still has the Aussie accent!
@fifermcgee5971
Жыл бұрын
@@toggler6985 She is a lovely girl. Thanks for the info,, once an Aussie always a Aussie.
@peteraddison4371
Жыл бұрын
@@toggler6985 ... Yeow, a bit curly with her r'z, like her beautiful hair, but the Strine still shines through & true. Her playing bass is sumwot comperable to the late n Gr8 prodigyes Jacko P'story-ass ...
@ALEXONLIFE
Жыл бұрын
@@toggler6985 She is actually an Israeli Khazar. Look it up.
BECAUSE YOU ARE GREAT!!!!
I love this woman!
She is SOOO Talented she set the bar for bassist thanks for all your awesome music 🎵🎶🎸👍
watched her play as a young girl, never recognized how beatiful she is or her demeanor and Intellect, very smart and poingnant young woman.
I've always enjoyed watching her play for how effortless she made it look. She has such a soft touch playing, even when she's digging in.
Whenever I see concert footage of her she's almost always smiling. She's obviously having fun. That tells me a lot about her heart and soul. you have to love Tal.
@asfsfafafafafaf3382
Жыл бұрын
bladibla
@boataxe4605
Жыл бұрын
And she has a great “Stank face” when she’s really digging in!
@ALEXONLIFE
Жыл бұрын
Its too bad you don't realize that she thinks of you as a subhuman. I might agree with her.
@jimvandemoter6961
Жыл бұрын
@@ALEXONLIFE Wow, you must omnipotent, god like even. How could possibly know what she would think of me? In fact you don't know me and I don't know you. I can only conclude you must be God (or think of yourself as God.)😄
@vomitingconfetti7187
7 ай бұрын
@@jimvandemoter6961He's a fucking troll.
The talent, the vocals, the playing experience, songs she has written, her attractiveness, future music, and being so well spoken is the total package. I wish her the best future. A wonderful spirit
I love your bass playing and I really like your overalls.
she is an amazing, and i mean amazing, bass player. by ANY standard. Go Tal...
Beatiful lady. Beatiful soul. Beautiful music. Also... adorable, happy, content, and sorted-out (that's rare in the world of celebrity).
Tal is so gorgeous and natural with an amazing musical brain.
Very well spoken, coherent, intelligent, expressive and introspective...all of this as part of the package of this very talented woman and musician. Refreshingly inspiring.
@barryjones690
Жыл бұрын
walkengield
@ALEXONLIFE
Жыл бұрын
Yes, Khazarians have high intelligence but they do use it for evil.
She is so laid back. She transforms into a different creature with a bass in hand.
saw her play with Jeff Beck. She's a badass :)
@billyz5088
3 жыл бұрын
Saw her with Beck - Colaiuta - Rebello in spring of 2009 - about same time they did the R&R HOF gig where Jimmy Page played with them - she is an amazing musician and you pretty much have to be to get on a stage with Jeff Beck !
@ronniefarnsworth6465
3 жыл бұрын
Yes she was at Her Best playing with Beck & Vinnie !!!! : )
@MrSacman88
3 жыл бұрын
I hope the concert levels were correct. The Live recordings pushed Jeff's guitar too loud. - Bad mix IMO. Her playing is amazing.
@ALEXONLIFE
3 жыл бұрын
@@billyz5088 Not really, you have been fooled. Jeff Beck does not make any of these political decisions. She/he is very well connected due to her race. The whole thing is a deception. Her answers regarding her past were very vague, if you did not notice.
I so loved and so relate to Tal describing her experiences with the "greats" as "musical conversations" from which she picks up their vibe and digests only what resonates or inspires. And now, relatively young and brilliant Tal is going through the loss of her first world-famous "champion", the one who literally believed in and introduced Tal to the world and opened the door to playing to larger audiences and limitless musical possibilities. In Tal's Facebook post about Jeff, she described him literally as a father to her. Perhaps, more of the leading artists can now be inspired to follow in Jeff's footsteps, lending a helping hand, ntroducing the world to the next generation of genius's they run across. Jeff was so, so generous that way.
@Astro_touches_children
Жыл бұрын
All you say is true, but she definitely belongs in such company.
@dominiccrimmings6925
Жыл бұрын
Well, it wasn't Jeff who opened a lot of doors or introduced her to the wider audience, it was Derek Trucks along with Vinnie Coliuta. But yeah, she's a great talent though I'm not really into the style of bass she plays - it's very mid-tempo and doesn't really carry enough energy for me.
@arnebey
Жыл бұрын
@@dominiccrimmings6925 Hmmm. Apparently, the official backstory is that Herbie Hancock was about to launch his tour in Australia and his bass player could not make it at the last moment. Somehow, Tal was suggested and as I recall a recording of her work was sent to Herbie and as they say the rest is history.
She's one of those people who is like a beam of light that just shines on the possibilities and doesn't see obstacles and just keeps going and getting there. And of course it takes loads of work, too.
@asfsfafafafafaf3382
Жыл бұрын
Grow up!
@Hithere-ek4qt
Жыл бұрын
Another ass fart comment from asdf blah blah blah
Tal Wilkenfeld is so captivating. I like the joy that comes through in her playing and this interview. She’s definitely one of my heros.
@asfsfafafafafaf3382
Жыл бұрын
How old are you?
Saw her with Jeff Beck at Clapton's Crossroads festival...... The Absolute most Talented Beautiful Soul on the Planet...... Truth
Just like her musicianship, her beauty is equally captivating. Dazzling personality!
@simonkeyse8185
Жыл бұрын
It's exactly that that I find irritating about her.
@booshting3520
Жыл бұрын
Easy, son.
Tal's playing is epic. A consummate musician with a great future. Cheers Tal. Blessings.
She was at the best in everyway playing with Jeff Beck & Vinnie !!! : )
@gerriepieters9033
2 жыл бұрын
Watch her gig with Herbie hancock
@ronniefarnsworth6465
2 жыл бұрын
@@gerriepieters9033 Yes she's great with Herbie !!
She is a very special young woman, talented, intelligent, charming, and very savvy for her young age. Her story is unique because her progress in her music career has been so rapid, in part because she managed to connect with influential artists and people in the music business who were impressed with her potential and talent. Jeff Beck generously has boosted the careers of many young musicians, and Tal is a prime example of how performing with icons like Jeff Beck and Chick Corea not only allows one to learn from masters and polish their skills but also to get the exposure which will open doors and provide new opportunities. I can only imagine how hard the recent passing of Jeff Beck has been upon her, and I am sure she will always treasure the time she spent performing with him. She is standing entirely on her own two feet now, writing and performing her own music, and I expect to see and hear much more from her in the coming years. Her success is very uplifting to witness.
Love her hair
I love her bass tone with Beck! Spot on tone!
Saw Tal and Jeff Beck at Foxwood's in CT. A-h-mazing!!!
She melts me
She makes my knees weak just looking at her, and then she starts playing. Amazing woman...
@ALEXONLIFE
3 жыл бұрын
Is she possibly a lesbian? It would not be surprising.
@Dakhaos-ou812
3 жыл бұрын
@@ALEXONLIFE Who cares? Seems to me like the friend we all love to have.
@jonylawson73
3 жыл бұрын
Perv
Listen to her with Jeff Beck at Ronnie Scott’s. Incredible talent.
@AM-we8hj
3 жыл бұрын
That's where I discovered her, in that 2min-smth solo in "Cause We've Ended As Lovers". I remember I was in a mcDonald's queue in Nancy, France 2009, when and where I was studying music. She changed uplifted my whole conception of what a bassist can do and share with a guitar player.
@pearlexport32
3 жыл бұрын
I just watched it and it was a fabulous performance! She looked so young. I also noticed Jimmy Page in the crowd watching the show.
@alansenzaki4148
3 жыл бұрын
She reminded me of the late acoustic bass player Scott Lafaro.
@machia0705
3 жыл бұрын
Pearlexport32 Robert Plant you mean?
@pearlexport32
3 жыл бұрын
@@machia0705 1:20:16
She's a beauty 🤩
People like Tal bring their genius into this world with them; it's in their soul.
A class act at its best. Saw Tal first with Jeff at Eric's early Guitar Festival (video, not in person). Truly amazed at the ability to go with the music unplanned and let it flow. Beautiful playing and quite eloquent.
Talent and beautiful. I love her hair
That hair....love it. Oh yeah, and her playing.....incredible.
Yes I too know her because of Jeff Beck but she is more than just a pretty Bass guitarist. She is having her feet firm on the ground and she is well Deciplined and a good human being. God bless🙏
Her talent is immense. I’m still amazed at how she climbed so fast in a genre of music that seems so closed. Overnight sensations are common in rock and pop, but in jazz, the Chick Corea’s and Herbie Hancock’s always seemed so much less accessible to young people and far more intimidating. She must have known, intuitively, that her skillset was on par with theirs. That’s very rare with someone so young.
@carlodave9
Жыл бұрын
Being young AND very skilled AND female AND very attractive helps with the ‘overnight’ thing.
I liked her style of play
Magnificent musicianship. Incredible creativity and the chops to prove it. The fact she is drop dead gorgeous is just a bonus.
@curbozerboomer1773
Жыл бұрын
Her being gorgeous, is likely how she got where she now is!
“What you learn can’t be said in words.” Picking up instincts, vernacular, etc. Music is language. She’s for real, all right, and when you watch her play with anybody, she’s full of joy.
@scottvelardo700
3 жыл бұрын
Yep. Tal gave the most honest and accurate answer to that question (which has been posed many ways) that I’ve ever heard.
Shes as talented as she is beautiful!
Such a talented musician and singer. I’m so in love with Tal.
So many comments about waiting/wanting to see Jeff, dreams that will never come true. R.I.P., Mr. Beck. A GOAT has left us mortals. 😢🇨🇦
was listening to return to forever 50 yrs ago, would have enjoyed seeing her play with them.
I'd been aware of her bass playing for a few years and how damned great she is, but I listened to her Love Remains album for the first time this week, and was absolutely blown away by her singing and writing as well. Wonderful.
An incredible natural talent, a musicians musician and although Tal will hate me writing this, she's also beautiful!
Beautiful person! Beautiful Musician!.....total package!
I have never seen a woman that beautiful before. The hair. The Eyes. The Lips. When I see you Tal, I was blown away. Oh and what a bass player. One of the very best in the world.
As a player myself the base is what we here we're onstage to stay in time
I really admire that she slowed things down, took her time and was in charge of the music and finances for her second album. Love that she is a creative person who is tapped in and has a dream that she is building. Good Luck Tal.
Musical Talent is GOD Gifted...proud of you....
What a wonderful spirit and mind, I actually never knew. She's very intelligent. Then I realized all touring she spoke of has been canceled. Shame. She's amazing.
What a band with Tal, Vinny, and Jeff. I would go out of my way to see them.
@michaelpaduch2917
Жыл бұрын
Me, too. ❤
@Hithere-ek4qt
Жыл бұрын
And don’t forget Jason, he added to the mix.
@paulkeeling6442
3 ай бұрын
You'd have to pop Your clogs and wait for Tal to catch up....😂couldn't help myself
I think what happened instantly is you kid .....ya got the magic .....big fan here, just keep rockin !
THE BEST GUITAR GIRL BASS PLAYER FROM SOME YEARS AGO ..RESPECT TAL WINKENFELD 👍ONE FRENCH fan FROM YOUR tone BASS PLAY.
an humble journalist and simple and clear responses sounding awesome thank you both
tal......your the complete package. such talent and beauty!! i love everything about you girl!!!
An excellent and coherent flow of great questions; well done Greg.
@michaelpaduch2917
Жыл бұрын
I wanted to say the same: very competent interviewer.
Displays a lot of wisdom that's so pertinent to having a meaningful musical dialogue. Im a 63 year old rock musician and she gifted me some knowledge maybe I forgot to remember.
@DonaldGerbino
3 жыл бұрын
I'm a 54 year old rock drummer and I love to improvise, unfortunately most "ROCK" musicians refuse to try to improvise or maybe they just can't, and they won't admit it , and they are happy to play the same crap every other band plays ,how boring ?
@jirusjirus9322
3 жыл бұрын
Yea many drummers have been bored to death, the running gag that drummers get wasted and explode is from playing the same crap over and over like blues and the singers and guitar players get all the glory and attention. I love to jam with different drummers and improvise hard rock/metal with vocals. I'm a 65 yr old freak. Tal is primo
You are a singular talent, Tal! Your singing matches your bass and guitar prowess! Can't wait for the return of touring. Peace!
She’s so beautiful…
What an impressive woman, not only from a musician's point of view but the personality is what you only find in exceptional people. The way she answers some of the questions by thinking first, reflecting, and correcting as well is very rare. Keep that as long as you can.
❤ So great and so humble the solo at crossroads 2007 with Jeff Beck... Unforgetable
I was surprised at how quickly she learned the bass. Amazing person.
i love her hair
After seeing her with Jeff Beck I knew she could play, and was well on her way to be a major talent. Now I know that she's a wonderful young lady who is well spoken. She's also on a incredible journey. Tks.
The Best!!! 🎼
Love you Tal ❤️❤️❤️❤️
What a truly spiritually gifted and insightful wise musician.
i can't imagine how hard it has been for her in handling Jeffs death. I hope she's holding up well.
amazing woman and talent!
Love how you play Tal Wilkenfeld Amazingly Beautiful Vibes!
I don't even understand how one can have such a meteoric rise so quickly. By that I mean from the time she picked up an instrument to her first gig with the Allman Bros. is pretty crazy.
Wow, I hadn’t known she collaborated with His Purple Highness himself. Dayumm
Brilliant conversation, I enjoy her choice of vocabulary, descriptive of her depth and intelligence.
Terrific interview, thanks
Love your talent Tal ...Awesome...keep writing and writing
Excellent musician who can hang with the greatest , IMO Her bass solos are very musical
Tal = the most gorgeous woman on earth...Cardi B does has no reason to exist. Make Music Great Again!🐰❤️🇺🇸🎸🎶🤝✌️
I love this woman!!!
She is a special talent for sure!!
@ALEXONLIFE
3 жыл бұрын
No, just a chosenite.
Super talent, great original material, can’t wait to hear more from her
She's an absolutely brilliant musician..........a very rare talent with her.
She's awesome! She's going to a great voice for female bassists. Great job!
Really an amazing bass player!! Her hair is adorable too!
love it!
Apaixonado por essa moça!
Hermosa y Talentosa,Tal..
Memorable and then Some
You are awesome TaL
You definitely have the MOJO. Thanks so much for sharing your songs.
What a sweet, unpretentious, woman. Plus, the interviewer asked good questions. I wish you all the best Tal