Leland Sklar Archives
Proof That Taste Wins: Leland Sklar with Phil Collins, Live in 1990
This complete 1990 Berlin show captures Phil Collins at full scale, with Leland Sklar locking in the groove and holding together a massive band.
Lari Basilio’s “New Chapter” Pairs Soulful Guitar with Leland Sklar’s Legendary Low End
“New Chapter” is the latest live video from Lari Basilio’s Redemption, with Leland Sklar bringing signature tone and feel on his Dingwall 5-string.
Leland Sklar’s Birthday Is the Perfect Reason to Rewatch This 1990 Live Cut of “Inside Out” with Phil Collins
Leland Sklar turned a year older yesterday. We’re marking the occasion with his stellar 1990 performance on Phil Collins’ live version of “Inside Out.”
Lari Basilio Previews Upcoming Album with “Redemption” Video Featuring Leland Sklar
Get a first look at Lari Basilio's upcoming album as she releases the video for "Redemption," featuring Leland Sklar and Vinnie Colaiuta.
Leland Sklar’s 36-Year Journey with Lyle Lovett’s Large Band Continues – 2025 Tour Announced
Bass legend Leland Sklar's 36-year journey with Lyle Lovett's Large Band continues as the group hits the road for their 2025 tour. Check out the full list of dates and venues to catch this enduring collaboration live.
The Section: Live at the Morris Civic Auditorium (1973)
Recorded live at the Morris Civic Auditorium in South Bend, Indiana, in 1973, here’s The Section’s complete performance.
Leland Sklar: James Taylor’s “Mexico” Play Along
Leland Sklar’s YouTube channel has so much incredible content. Last week, he posted this video, sharing some personal stories and then playing along to James Taylor’s “Mexico.”
Lyle Lovett Announces Large Band Tour Dates with Leland Sklar
Singer, composer, and actor Lyle Lovett has announced a lengthy summer tour with his Large Band. The 15-piece ensemble is anchored by the bearded bass master Leland Sklar, who has been working with Lovett for four decades.
Leland Sklar and The Immediate Family’s “Skin in the Game” Out Now
The Immediate Family crafted the sound of the ’70s by backing up nearly every important musician of the era in the studio. Now the band has dropped a fresh studio album, “Skin in the Game.”
The Immediate Family Announce February Tour
Leland Sklar and The Immediate Family have announced a tour just ahead of the release of their upcoming album, “Skin in the Game,” which is out on February 16th.
Leland Sklar: James Taylor’s “There We Are” Play Along
Leland Sklar closed out 2023 with another one of his terrific videos, sharing stories, music, and some hilarious comments along the way. In this clip, he plays along to James Taylor’s “There We Are.”
2023 Reader Favorite Bassists – #6: Leland Sklar
One of the busiest bassists on the scene, Leland Sklar, kept it going in 2023. He lands at #6 on this year’s reader favorite bassists list.