Rudy Sarzo is a famous bass player who played with Ozzy, Quiet Riot, Whitesnake, etc. Rudy stops by Norman's Rare Guitars to chat it up with Norm and reminisce about the good old days!!!
Rudy Sarzo is like the Robert Horry of bass players. He always joined the right band at the right time, just as they were hitting it big. Ozzy > Quiet Riot > Whitesnake
Rudy was also a great bass player and made any band he played with better. I had a chance to meet him at the NAMM Show in New Orleans in 1984 (maybe 83) when he was with Quiet Riot. He was great, He was nice and very sharing of technique. I spent the whole show basically hanging out with him. One thing about him is he has beautiful hands with long skinny fingers. The reason he played in such a variety of good bands was he was also ego-less in an industry full of egomaniacs.
So often when you hear about pro musicians you hear about a lot of time on stage; 5 nights a week for 3 years or the double shifts on weekends(9 to 1 and 2 to 6). That is how you get in the zone and stay there. Play with people as much as possible, not just in your room.
I was fortunate enough to hang out with Rudy and jam with him in Hollywood in 09'. Such a nice guy, and so very humble. We also did an allstar jam show at the Whisky a go go, with Ace Frehely and many others. Hes one of my musical fav people that is so down to earth and approachable. Hi Rudy, Mj
It's very true, Rudy is a people person. Hard to think of any better person who is considered a Rock Star that interacts with fans any better than Sarzo.
I really could listen to Rudy talk all day he’s my favorite bass player. He’s actually one of the few bass players I know.(not personally) I wish I did know him personally.
Zach H I know Rudy personally. Rudy is a super down to earth kind of guy! I met him in 1992 in Miami actually. I was surprised how short he was when I met him. I think that’s why he’s sitting here. I know Norm as well and he is tall.
AWESOME! hmnnn....what are the odds I would walk into Norms on a Saturday, and see this interview go down? not sure, but I did!! got a chance meet Rudy myself after, talked a little bass stuff. super nice guy.
Magic interview. My 1st gig was QR Metal Health in Cardiff, Rudy did his upside down bass solo and I thought how the F does he do that, so I learnt to play guitar and bass to my best ability. Watching here czcams.com/video/gf1tQxNHs_g/video.html 35 years later the question is exactly the same. A great musician.
Norm asks about Randy Rhoads. Rudy wrote a great book about him, "Off The Rails" which really makes you feel like you understand Randy and pivotal moments in his life. 5:42 Rudy is a super-sweet guy and an accomplished player. Liked what he played there!
I think it was kinda shitty Norm asked him about Randy Rhoads. Don't get me wrong. I think Randy Rhoads was awesome but this clip was supposed to be about Rudy.
Garegh62 wrong. You don’t get asked to join so many high profile bands by being a poser! Ozzy, Whitesnake, Dio had their choice of bassists and they chose Rudy because he is professional and gets the job done! No pose there!
That's funny, we might of met before. I'm his nephew and helped him put that place together. He open another one in the Ocala area 10 years ago, we ran it awhile then he just retired for the 10th time. I remember going to the Tampa studio as a kid, I heard alot of stories about that one. You guys had a good time.lol
Man I love Rudy, such a cool and down to earth guy.
Always a class act.
Rudy Sarzo is like the Robert Horry of bass players. He always joined the right band at the right time, just as they were hitting it big. Ozzy > Quiet Riot > Whitesnake
Rudy was also a great bass player and made any band he played with better. I had a chance to meet him at the NAMM Show in New Orleans in 1984 (maybe 83) when he was with Quiet Riot. He was great, He was nice and very sharing of technique. I spent the whole show basically hanging out with him. One thing about him is he has beautiful hands with long skinny fingers. The reason he played in such a variety of good bands was he was also ego-less in an industry full of egomaniacs.
john9944
Yeah, unless you're writing lots of songs then leave your ego at the door.
Rudy is one of my favorite guys from down here in Miami. Those were the days.
Rudy is such a great interview. This is so cool. Just two guys talking music and the guys who make it.
So often when you hear about pro musicians you hear about a lot of time on stage; 5 nights a week for 3 years or the double shifts on weekends(9 to 1 and 2 to 6). That is how you get in the zone and stay there. Play with people as much as possible, not just in your room.
Really nice guy is Rudy Sarzo. Met him a few times, always smiling and courteous to fans wanting an autograph
I was fortunate enough to hang out with Rudy and jam with him in Hollywood in 09'. Such a nice guy, and so very humble. We also did an allstar jam show at the Whisky a go go, with Ace Frehely and many others. Hes one of my musical fav people that is so down to earth and approachable. Hi Rudy, Mj
It's very true, Rudy is a people person. Hard to think of any better person who is considered a Rock Star that interacts with fans any better than Sarzo.
I think he learned from Dio :)
RUDY SARZO- HIGH QUALITY BASS PLAYER , NICEST MAN YOU COULD EVER FIND AND BEST OF ALL- LOYAL 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
I really could listen to Rudy talk all day he’s my favorite bass player. He’s actually one of the few bass players I know.(not personally) I wish I did know him personally.
Zach H I know Rudy personally. Rudy is a super down to earth kind of guy! I met him in 1992 in Miami actually. I was surprised how short he was when I met him. I think that’s why he’s sitting here. I know Norm as well and he is tall.
wow thank you that was a true gift god bless norm and his love of guitar
Rudy is my all time fave bassist! So mellow & cool " professional..
ACE music in North Miami, brings back some great memories.
Norms knows everything, he even knows what a dead goose sounds like.
Was hoping for more details about the sounds of the dead goose. Lol
Wow, we are all getting old :-O
The video was 18 minutes of pleasure. Thanks for posting this
great conversation! talking 'bout the old days
Rudy for president!
What a nice guy! Thanx.
Rudy has great energy!
Awesome interview video! Rudy Rockz
Great memory's for sure...
looks damn good for 63..nice guy too...
AWESOME! hmnnn....what are the odds I would walk into Norms on a Saturday, and see this interview go down? not sure, but I did!! got a chance meet Rudy myself after, talked a little bass stuff. super nice guy.
Rudy seems like a really cool dude. I am also a HUGE RR fan.
Rudy Sarzo is the worlds best hard rock & heavy metal Master Bass Guitarist in Europe, USA & the worlds.
Rudy is a cool bassist.
RUDY ROCKS!!!!
rudy has been through it all and still is going strongs, more power to ya brotha, ur a true bassist
Magic interview. My 1st gig was QR Metal Health in Cardiff, Rudy did his upside down bass solo and I thought how the F does he do that, so I learnt to play guitar and bass to my best ability.
Watching here czcams.com/video/gf1tQxNHs_g/video.html 35 years later the question is exactly the same.
A great musician.
I'd love to hear more of norms stories he nos everyone man
Ready 63 he may throw a little bit of just for men on his head but it works for Rudy love you Rudy awesome
He looks great man
Cool Points in this Conversation !
are Norm and Rudy talking about Jaco Pastorius?
I'd pay him 5 bucks to do the bass intro to Believer. Not like he would even need 500.
rudy seems like an easy going fella....great bass player back in the late 70s and early 80s...love the ozzy shit
That Jazz sounds Like Shit
Norm asks about Randy Rhoads. Rudy wrote a great book about him, "Off The Rails" which really makes you feel like you understand Randy and pivotal moments in his life.
5:42 Rudy is a super-sweet guy and an accomplished player. Liked what he played there!
What did Rudy say the reason is for licking his fingers? My computer speakers are shit and I couldn't understand him.
8:01 Kansas City!
I didn't know dead geese made sounds.
Question since NO ONE wants to answer me on Twitter and Facebook and the question is - What's the difference between a regular bass and a Jazz bass?
Jazz bass necks are more narrow, especially at the top of the neck near the headstock. There are typically two narrow longer pickups on the body.
fearclownz- That's it? That's the only difference? Is there a different sound to it like some people say?
fearclownz- That's it? That's the only difference? Is there a different sound to it like some people say? Does the tones sound different?
You should head out to the music store and see the difference between a Fender Precision and Jazz.
fearclownz- I will do that as I am just a beginner.
haha yeah i was at that show too lol nice
I thought his licking fingers (and objects) was just a rock thing he did. Turns out, it's a Miami humidity thing.
I think it was kinda shitty Norm asked him about Randy Rhoads. Don't get me wrong. I think Randy Rhoads was awesome but this clip was supposed to be about Rudy.
Garegh62 wrong. You don’t get asked to join so many high profile bands by being a poser! Ozzy, Whitesnake, Dio had their choice of bassists and they chose Rudy because he is professional and gets the job done! No pose there!
Did you know Studio 70 in Tampa Blair Mooney?
That's funny, we might of met before. I'm his nephew and helped him put that place together. He open another one in the Ocala area 10 years ago, we ran it awhile then he just retired for the 10th time. I remember going to the Tampa studio as a kid, I heard alot of stories about that one. You guys had a good time.lol
the consert i was styx I WISH IT WAS ALICE COOPER XD
Rudy can walk into any club and still pick up on chicks
lol! Your right! Styx!
As did I. I think they opened for Alice Cooper.
NRBQ!!!
His hands look like Alien when they jump on your face to impregnate you
Play something already!
Tell me Rudy isn't wearing makeup??
NORMAN DOESN'T HAVE PASSION
HE'S GOOD AT SALE GUITARS BUT HE DOESN'T SHOW INTEREST IN THE STORY.
LIKE I WOULD!!!
He's been a salesman for so long he doesn't realize how much he sounds like a used car salesman.
18 minutes of bull shit and didn't play a single thing
That’s because Norm never gave him a chance when he did play Norm cut him off to ask about Randy