He's the one in the middle of the stage in every bjm concert. He's the real frontman of the band, Anton is the one who composes and writes the music but he is the one who creates the iconic image of the band. Always standing there with style shaking his tambourine, what a fucking rock star!
Saw BJM in my hometown of Wellington, New Zealand earlier this year, swaying and tranced out on MDMA. They were outstanding! Sounded incredible. They weren't as loud as I thought they'd be which turned out great because it made the sound mix impeccable. Could hear each and every intricate sound crystal clear. Joel was a total winner on stage. Was clearly loving it, big smile on his face, in the zone. The guy is an amazing percussionist. There's an art to it and he is quite the artist. Major kudos to him! :)
the fact that joel has made a life for himself from playing tambourine in such a relevant band and is still being viewed on you tube makes a mockery of you people that say this is sad...why is it sad? At least he has made his mark on this short life and that's more than most can say. The total essence of the punk ethic of taking whatever talent you have or dont have depending on your viewpoint and staking your place in the world.
I do not know how Joel does his job....have you ever played the tambourine throughout a whole song? It's like....or actually IS hitting your hand really hard with a piece of wood. He does that for hours every night...his nerves must be completely dead in his hand.
At one of the BJM shows I saw Joel was playing so hard during the song Yeah Yeah that his tambourine smashed into a bunch of pieces. Being in the front I caught a big chunk of it mid air. Anton signed it after the show. Its one of my most prized possessions. I’ll get Joel to sign it too one day if I run into him after a show.
I was fascinating watching this Tambourine Man behavior in the stage. The rest of players of a band are in some way behind their instruments and of course the vocalist bring also a character on the stage but Tambourine Man is almost "naked". So, I think he needs a lot of guts to stand there with his tambourine. Joel is a class act.
I discovered Brian Jonestown Massacre from watching boardwalk empire. I can’t understand why they were not more popular. They are/were great. Joel is one of the reasons why. They have such a unique sound that everyone in the band puts everything they have into it.
I agree, they have not stopped putting out great hits including their newest album! I think one of the reasons they never took off mainstream was they were bat shit crazy back in the day and were known for walking off stage, picking fights, being difficult to work with, and just acting like a bunch of psychopaths lol (perhaps mainly Antone) but they definitely seem to have mellowed out
This is the instrument that ties everything together. Rhythm, beat, vocals and guitar. So strong and subtle at the same time, you may not be aware of it. Mad respect for Joel. 👏👏👏👏👏
i love this band, i really really do. Anton newcombe has opened upp new pathways in my brain ( as i myself is on the go to make some music to this world) but what i always unconsciousley pay attention to, is how very important the tambourine is to the music in the brian jonestown massacre, with all my heart and soul i say salute to you tambourine man! you are extremely crucial to this band, and may you forever have the role for the brian jonestown massacre as you have
jOEL U MAKE TAMBOURINES REAL TO ME!! It is an instrument that maybe we don't always appreciate . Hoel you so make me love the tambourine "Hey Mr Tambourine Man" you are wonderful!!
This is why Joel is usually the favorite member of BJM. If it was Anton’s idea to have him front and center, that was a brilliant move. Joel’s personality, style, and on stage presence draws people in. If you go through any comment section on a BJM video, most comment their love for this guy.
He was just young and high and hanging out with Anton in the 90s who was without a doubt higher than him at all times. Yet they still continue to crank out incredible rock and roll music. Love Joel, and Anton can be abrasive but he's undoubtedly a great songwriter.
@T1C2A3F4 "Nailing Honey To The Bee". One of my favorite BJM tunes actually. There is a studio version on the "Tepid Peppermint Wonderland" compilation that's really worth getting.
I'd like to hear some TBJM songs without tambourine, I bet they would lose a lot of their magic. And Joel seems like such a nice and funny guy, loved him on Dig! Edit: And his solo album, Apple Bonkers, is pretty good too.
There is that scene in Dig! with him making out with (I think Peter Davies). Of course that doesn't necessarily mean anything. I have wondered about his sexuality as well but in my opinion it adds to his mystique.
He's the one in the middle of the stage in every bjm concert. He's the real frontman of the band, Anton is the one who composes and writes the music but he is the one who creates the iconic image of the band. Always standing there with style shaking his tambourine, what a fucking rock star!
He really gives BJM a pull
Saw BJM in my hometown of Wellington, New Zealand earlier this year, swaying and tranced out on MDMA. They were outstanding! Sounded incredible. They weren't as loud as I thought they'd be which turned out great because it made the sound mix impeccable. Could hear each and every intricate sound crystal clear. Joel was a total winner on stage. Was clearly loving it, big smile on his face, in the zone. The guy is an amazing percussionist. There's an art to it and he is quite the artist. Major kudos to him! :)
Absolutely an essential part of the band both visual and musically!
Joel.....Front and centre...Where he belongs!!
the fact that joel has made a life for himself from playing tambourine in such a relevant band and is still being viewed on you tube makes a mockery of you people that say this is sad...why is it sad? At least he has made his mark on this short life and that's more than most can say. The total essence of the punk ethic of taking whatever talent you have or dont have depending on your viewpoint and staking your place in the world.
Anybody who thinks this is sad is retarded.
You wouldn’t have Brian Jonestown massacre with out Joel playing that tambourine,
Rite on man
Those people are idiots, because honestly Joel is my favorite band member!
This man is a total legend in my eyes. He's so essential visually and musically to this great band we call the BJM!
This guy is the best ever. The Hendrix of the tambourine!
The Keith Moon of tambourine... The original Mr. Tambourine Man
Dan D. Warhol Well, he needs to start smashing them more man! :)
Bruce Langhorne who passed away last year was Dylan's Mr. Tambourine Man.
motorengine.wordpress.com/2012/10/25/bob-dylans-mr-tambourine-man/
Does Joel Gion have a tambourine tech?
Hendrix was the Joel of his time
Joul tambourines deserves to be in the rock & roll museum.
even what's left of the oldest ones!
The only band with a prime front vocal tambourine man, who performs the greatest body language and attitude. i can watch them for hours and hours.
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Yes. An underrated art form!
He checked me out many times at Amoeba. I never wanted to annoy him by asking for an autograph, but he was always the sweetest guy ever.
I love this band....
They seem like the last surviving rockers from the 1990's that haven't sold out.
Deftones as well
Pavement
I do not know how Joel does his job....have you ever played the tambourine throughout a whole song? It's like....or actually IS hitting your hand really hard with a piece of wood. He does that for hours every night...his nerves must be completely dead in his hand.
I use my leg. It leaves a bruise, thats for sure.
best tambourine documentary out there folks.
this man is the soul of the band, i love joel.
if you like this you might like my brothers music. His name is Stu Morris and She has a car is a good song
@@karlmorris-xz6iq ufffff, man!
why the are not famous, its a total sound bomb
Joel is the man. Just a cool cat with a good heart. And a damn fine tambourine player.
the whole 'tude dude
At one of the BJM shows I saw Joel was playing so hard during the song Yeah Yeah that his tambourine smashed into a bunch of pieces. Being in the front I caught a big chunk of it mid air. Anton signed it after the show. Its one of my most prized possessions. I’ll get Joel to sign it too one day if I run into him after a show.
I was fascinating watching this Tambourine Man behavior in the stage. The rest of players of a band are in some way behind their instruments and of course the vocalist bring also a character on the stage but Tambourine Man is almost "naked". So, I think he needs a lot of guts to stand there with his tambourine. Joel is a class act.
I discovered Brian Jonestown Massacre from watching boardwalk empire. I can’t understand why they were not more popular. They are/were great.
Joel is one of the reasons why. They have such a unique sound that everyone in the band puts everything they have into it.
I agree, they have not stopped putting out great hits including their newest album! I think one of the reasons they never took off mainstream was they were bat shit crazy back in the day and were known for walking off stage, picking fights, being difficult to work with, and just acting like a bunch of psychopaths lol (perhaps mainly Antone) but they definitely seem to have mellowed out
Joel probably has a killer record & music collection..
Funny and bright guy.....
fucking love this good hearted dude..would love to have a sitdown conversation
This is my favourite thing ever
This is the instrument that ties everything together. Rhythm, beat, vocals and guitar. So strong and subtle at the same time, you may not be aware of it. Mad respect for Joel. 👏👏👏👏👏
I didn't even knew i needed this
I always wonder how much his hand hurts.
i love this band, i really really do. Anton newcombe has opened upp new pathways in my brain ( as i myself is on the go to make some music to this world) but what i always unconsciousley pay attention to, is how very important the tambourine is to the music in the brian jonestown massacre, with all my heart and soul i say salute to you tambourine man! you are extremely crucial to this band, and may you forever have the role for the brian jonestown massacre as you have
Joel’s work with the tambourine is awesome. He makes it very musical and it’s an integral part of the BJM.
No band brings out the haters like BJM. Anton makes good music. Yeah, he imitates the 60's bands, so what? He is good at it.
Imitates is such an understatement though. Anton reinvented that sound and made it better than it ever was before.
Slim Shysty its impossible to imitate art.
jo man
got it
It is done all the time. Some are better than others. Anton makes music that sounds new and old. A nice trick.
I can just imagine Anton saying, "I don't want to be front and center, you do it Joel."
then, "Just me and my tambourine? Yeah, I can make that work!"
if you like this you might like my brothers music. His name is Stu Morris and She has a car is a good song
Big like for this majestic tambourine man! 😎👏🏼
I saw Joel play a few nights ago and got a new appreciation for what he does
Love u Joel. Your even temper allowed Anton to create…bless you hon. You are so loved.
Joel Gion is a cool dude! Thanks!
ogosh, i just see this interview 10 years after its release.....thanks for it anyway
"Nailing Honey to the Bee" is one of my favorite songs by BJM, Cool video, very interesting and so well done
400 years later Joel’s still my rock and roll hero
if you like this you might like my brothers music. His name is Stu Morris and She has a car is a good song
I love you, Joel and musicianship.
You should mass produce your own TAMBOURINE'S JOEL
The Joel Gion signature tambourine? I'd buy one.
Changing the world, one tambourine beat at a time.
jOEL U MAKE TAMBOURINES REAL TO ME!! It is an instrument that maybe we don't always appreciate . Hoel you so make me love the tambourine
"Hey Mr Tambourine Man" you are wonderful!!
Oh how I love you Joel, your just the best. I think every band should have a Joel in it
mr tambourine man steals the stage, definition of coolness
Superb doc about a superb multilevel band
if you like this you might like my brothers music. His name is Stu Morris and She has a car is a good song
How many people are known for playing the tambourine? He really needs his own line..
adorable video
Sometimes you need a member of the band who completes the circle, & adds to the spirit. Happy Mondays had Bez
Joel!!! Best Tambourine Man!! I’m available to be his “Tambourine Helper” LoL
BEST JOB EVER!! 😍
Right on!!!!
Love this man !
Love this dude!!
This is why Joel is usually the favorite member of BJM. If it was Anton’s idea to have him front and center, that was a brilliant move. Joel’s personality, style, and on stage presence draws people in. If you go through any comment section on a BJM video, most comment their love for this guy.
Mazzy Star and BJTM are the reason why I love tambourines! They sound fantastic!
Legend
Thats it, I'm selling my guitars and going all in on percussion. Joel Gion is about 673% more rock and roll than any guitar player, ever.
You’re a delight Joel
Your the best Joel, I'll see you in Phoenix & Denver!!!!! 2013 !!!!
You rock Joel!!!!!
I LOVE JOEL GION Joel Gion He is a really nice guy and really talented and funny!
Such a genuinely nice guy.
There's nothing better then an aging badass
I’m lovint lovint your style...Mercy . From Spain vlc...some day go concert bjtm the bestial banda
Joel is forever my favourite
I love you Joel!!!!
1:00 - a cat running from tambourines.
He used to be so crazy
cnaficy like pourin dish soap down his pants crazy?
He was just young and high and hanging out with Anton in the 90s who was without a doubt higher than him at all times. Yet they still continue to crank out incredible rock and roll music. Love Joel, and Anton can be abrasive but he's undoubtedly a great songwriter.
Remember him off his head with the greatest lamb chops in the world giving out about Peter Hayes leaving the band in Dig?
Joel is just the best
If u dont have EVERY BJTM album.....GO OUT RT NOW AND GET THEM!!!
He has to be the nicest dude I have ever met.
Joel must be the coolest person in music industry. ; )
Just too cute to not be on stage. 🖤
Hell yeah!
Such a cool guy.
Simple is as Simple Can Do.
@T1C2A3F4 "Nailing Honey To The Bee". One of my favorite BJM tunes actually. There is a studio version on the "Tepid Peppermint Wonderland" compilation that's really worth getting.
God I love that guy
The Spokesman For The Revolution. The coolest cat in RnR history. Up there with Brian, Keith Moon... Just so bad ass.
Right on joel
Does anyone know where I can find this full performance of the short clips of nailing honey to the bee?
I'd like to hear some TBJM songs without tambourine, I bet they would lose a lot of their magic. And Joel seems like such a nice and funny guy, loved him on Dig!
Edit: And his solo album, Apple Bonkers, is pretty good too.
Now I really want to go to San Fran....
this makes me wanna buy 10 tabmboriines, tell everyone to wear white , and come when I call!
this man is an absolute hero
Joel is the man!
I have tambourine pieces from Joel that i caught at a show he signed them!
the entire time i was watching dig! i was thinking "is joel gay? he has to be gay"
+b sher - How and why does that matter to anything, unless you want to date him?
+b sher haha. didn't see that one coming!
oh yeah, he cracks me up. as much as i hate anton, i love joel.
There is that scene in Dig! with him making out with (I think Peter Davies). Of course that doesn't necessarily mean anything. I have wondered about his sexuality as well but in my opinion it adds to his mystique.
Now I want a tambourine.
The look on his face at 0:46 is fuckign hysterical.
Joel is the best!! Cool guy!!
wouldn't the sounds of those tambourines tumbling down the road sound like heaven?
Joel Awesomeness Gion
but where's the green tambourine???
Joel Gion is awesome
coolest guy ever
fun Fun FUN this guy !
legend
if you like this you might like my brothers music. His name is Stu Morris and She has a car is a good song
He reminds me of Jim Carrey , great guy wouldnt be BJM without him....
Joel is still the Man and hasn't become the Man he fought against back in the day! Still hip and cool!
What's song playing on, at: 4:48 ?
The most hipster member of the most hipster band that has ever existed, take that as an insult or compliment
We are all aging
Hey what’s that last some playing there? Thanks!!
Joel is the 🐐
Joel Gion
Spokesman for the revolution!