Damnnnn dude... this was an amazing story. Thanks for sharing!

Thank you so very much for this beautiful tribute. Bob was my uncle - his widow is my dad's sister. I am a guitar player and music professor and Bob was, without doubt, the single most important musical mentor of my life. I don't know if I would have a career in music now without his guidance. I love him dearly and your video moved me so much. Thank you!

Great work, Paul. Welcome to Jazz Video land.

I met Bob years ago at the Local 802 community room. He was playing a pro bono gig in support of affordable housing in New York. His wife, my friend Bobbi Cranshaw, invited me to Bob's memorial at St. Peter's Church in Manhattan. What a glorious send-off his friends gave him. Thank you for this wonderful tribute to a great musician and an exemplary human being.

Thank you thank you. Bob Cranshaw was my Dad's best friend. They grew up in Evanston, IL and stayed in touch until he died. In fact it was Cranshaw and his wife who helped me find my home in NYC. I lived across the street from them! I appreciate you making this documentary!!

One of the absolute greatest jazz double bassists ever recorded. His work during Blue Note's Golden Age, as well as other labels is legendary. He is quite underrated as one of the titans of New York sessions. The accolades for his work are many and varied. But even more so noteworthy is how he branched out in so many different venues. Rest in peace Mr. Cranshaw. Your body of work will never be forgotten. 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

Had the pleasure of meeting Mr Cranshaw. He was a total legend

In pursuit of the 27th man, played this record 10,000 times ! Was in Detroit at some outdoor tuxedo gig and the band played Midnight at The Oasis and Bob Cranshaw was playing the bass. He tore that up ! Brilliant musician !

Paul: that was a beautiful tribute. I’ve always loved Bob’s playing on both electric and double. He was always one of the BIG guys. His presence on an album alone was enough for me to buy it. I never knew you had such a close relationship with him. I don’t think you could have had a better champion in your corner. You honor him with both your words and your playing. Bravo.

Great tribute to one of the giants. Thanks and God bless you!

I was lucky enough to know Bob when I was a teenager. He was the coolest, sweetest, and a truly supreme being. Thank you for such a beautiful tribute!

Oh yeah! What a great selection of musicians. I luv Bob Cranshaw's bass playing!

Beautiful, wonderful tribute to a great person and Iconic Bassist.

Yeah man l remember seeing Bob on every BlueNote record that came out. I have no doubt Bobby heard your vast talent from day one when he told you you were the cat. I truly celebrate your brave sincere and touching video. Most people tend to replace sincerity with flash. You touched me by reminding me of my relationship with my mentor the wonderful Cecil McBee. I thank you for that. Unfortunately, we've lost contact.

Thank you for posting this beautiful work. Good luck always. So nice to hear your love for B.C.

catching up on your old vids...what a beautiful story!

Bob Cranshaw!! Enough said! I was introduced to BC by listening to my Dad's Horace Silver and Lee Morgan albums when I was a kid.

Bob was my godfather. I miss that dude SO much. Thank you for this.

So emotional!! I got goosebumps.. beautiful tribute!! thank you Paul

Thank you for witness such as a great bassist. That 's touching. I can't forget him. He with his bass and Sonny Rollins have accompanied me since adolescence. I could never forget the Perugia Concert at Umbria Jazz in 2010. Bob and Sonny made me feel once again an happy boy.

thank you for sharing your experiences, you really are talented and are very lucky to be surrounded by great talent too. God bless ✌️

Wow! What a beautiful tribute. I can’t believe that all of those years ago I was hearing Bob Cranshaw while watching Sesame Street.

🙏❤ beautiful and inspiring man. Thank you for your passion and heartfelt tribute to such a talented musician.

What a story! Many Thanks!

That was beautiful man. Thank you for sharing this with us.

Thanks for this beautiful, heartfelt tribute to Bob Cranshaw, Paul. I always appreciated him but not nearly as much as I do now after your video. So much soul in the man but in your tribute, too.

Hey Paul, thanks for entroducing these amazing players to us.

Thank you so much for sharing and being so open about your relationship with Bob!!! I will dig real deep. Keep playing.

Thanks so much for sharing this beautiful memories of him❤️

Cranshaw is the man! The Pointers on Pinball Number Count is pure fire, glad to know it was BC on bass.

great stuff man. really enjoyed the video. i've got an upright being built in the works right now. so awesome that you got to play with milt jackson and gary burton? that's heavy!

I did not know Bob Cranshaw placed one my favorite things on Sesame Street! I love that one two three four five groove! Loved it as a child love it as a middle aged dude!

Watching this as a learning bass player, the first jazz CD that caught my ear was Sonny Rollins, with Sunday mornings filled with MJQ in our house. Halloween just passed and I made a Bat costume with an additional 3 feet wingspan to my arm span (even though I'm 46), as outside of music I've always loved making costumes. Jim Henson was my hero and the first passing of a public figure that really hit me. After that beautiful tribute, hearing 1234568910 11 12 just glued it all together. Thank you

I’m glad I wasn’t the only one crying.

Thanks for hidden details on one my favorite electric bass players featured on several jazz recordings released on Muse Records (NYC) in the 70s

I don't much like jazz, although my friend Marc Miller keeps trying to elevate my taste, but I *LOVE* a good bass line, and even more, I *ADORE* beautiful heartfelt tributes like this. It's so obvious that you loved him dearly, and that he had a profound impact on your live and those of others. May we all learn from Bob's generosity and passion.

Beautiful story For an amazing musician And for your truly emotion And what a story Bob and You !!! I hope one day to meet you in person !!!!!❤

All I can say is AMEN! Thank you for doing this Paul

Paul. Thank you for sharing this amazing tribute, and personnel story. The world needs more Bob Cranshaws, that’s for certain. I was a PBS kid, and heard a lot of his grooves without even knowing it. 1-2-3-4-5 from Electric Co in your closing totally captures it. Each number got a bass masterpiece . Just brilliant. Thank you.!!

Your videos are Classic! Bravo

Thank you. Such a beautiful touching story. 😢

Thanks for sharing with the bass comunity!

Thank you! Beautiful. Bob was a great musician and a generous, lovely human being.

I loved this and this was incredibly touching! Congratulations and beautiful work!

What a beautiful tribute.... I was at a recording session at C.I Studios on W. 57th., in 1978- and he was in the next studio.. passed by him, and was too nervous to speak to him. One of my big regrets. Still on the top of my list of favorites. A great bassist.

What an amazing story. Thank you for the education and sharing your deeply personal connection with Bob.

thanks for this. Bob Cranshaw is THE MAN

Thank you for a moving tribute. I knew Bob back in the day. He was a gentleman's gentleman. His passing is well sad.

That is a beautiful story. Thank you for sharing it.

what a touching tribute. thank you for sharing! bass players are the best! :) bob remains one of the greatest!

Very enlightening. Many thanks.

Damn, Paul… thank you, love what you’re doing with these.

Bassman, thank you so much for sharing not only your deep knowledge of these incredible bassists, but also sharing your personal experiences of them. This is easily my favourite channel. Thank you again 😊🎵🎶❤️✌️

For some reason Paul this video reached out to me today and I decided to watch it. I’m so happy that i checked it out, what a phenomenal story you presented on Bob Cranshaw. And yes you were definitely blessed to have a met him and became a friend of his. Bob Cranshaw genius bass player and a lovable beautiful soul !!! Thanks for another rare gem of a very moving video Paul!!!❤️

Saw him at a tv show we did and he was with Billy Taylor killing it !

Wow- very well done. You really capture the highlights is such an inspiring way!

I was truly moved by your story.

Thanks for sharing this video about one of the greatest bass player. I had an honour of meeting Bob Cranshaw in Atlanta at the JEN Conference. He was walking along with Larry Ridley, the encounter was very brief but I felt the warmth in that brief moment. Not only was He a great bassist but He was also a beautiful human being.

What a beautiful tribute. Thank you man!

Paul; I have just started to subscribe to your site, thank you for making me aware of Bob Cranshaw, I had never heard of him, till today. I will investigate him further, keep up the good work.

That was beautiful.

Dear Paul, I just discovered your channel. Congratulations for bringing humanity, ability and wisdom to the internet! Greetings from Germany.

That's beautiful, man!

I'm so happy I found this channel ... and I'm not even a bassist. Thank you!

Aw man...this was beautiful. Thank you for telling this tale.

What a moving tribute. Thanks for sharing this.

Thanks a lot for this beautiful tribute!

I appreciate your openness in telling us your story and the love you have for this amazing man. I also Grew up on Sesame Street and I love …Rhymin Simon. (Also met Mr Rogers in Pittsburgh when my mom marched me right up to his front door when I was 8. He was very kind)

This is the most touching video. I appreciate your willingness to share such a beautiful moment. You are God's child!!! Thank you.

A wonderful tribute!

Wow! It was really touching, Bob was a real cat, a legend. Greetings from Turkey.

What a lovely, heartfelt tribute!! It's really nice to get a deep dive backstory into a bassist I've known about and admired for years. The personal anaecdotes are wonderful. Thanks!

Paul, Thank you. This was Amazing.

A superb tribute, lovingly told. Your emotions shone through in your personal experience with Bob. Thank you for educating me about him, and reinforcing my commitment to be supportive of other bass players.

What an awesome video. I'm trying to play my humble "Rock Guitar" for 35 years now. Your videos actually have me fired up for Bass AND Jazz at the same time. Can't understand how you don't have the 500K subs you at least deserve. Best wishes from germany!

Thank you very much for beautiful tribute and shared your memories with Bob. Tears came out from my eyes. Yes! He was proud of Sesame Street and love to wear Sesame Street clothes. I’m writing this and tears are still coming. It means how much Bob touched my heart. When I was living in Cuba, I called him but always voicemail system. After few months I knew he was suffering cancer. I couldn’t tell him my gratitude enough. But always, he lives in my heart and Bob is on a wall of my room. Thank you again. Such a beautiful video.

Beautiful tribute!!

Thank you for this. Sesame Street brought me here, but I learnt a lot. Very insightful and inspirational.

Bob Cranshaw is my favorite bass player hands down. Upright and electric. I learned a lot of things about him here that I never knew. Thank you educating us all and for sharing your personal story. Now I'm off to go learn some more of Mr. Cranshaw's lines...

This video was tremendous…a very moving tribute. Thank you for generously sharing your experience with us. Thank you for all the passionate, educational content you have been producing.

I had no idea about Mr Cranshaw. Sesame Street had some amazing music. The cats that played on Mr Rogers Neighborhood were also the smoke.

Great video Paul!! I was thinking did he play on 123456789101112, low and behold you close out with it! That's one funky baseline. Thank you for bringing this full circle ❤️

Touchfull ❤️

Great Video :) Awesome, nice job…

Hi Paul..recently discovered your channel and have been devouring on it everyday tbh..as a bass player for over 30 yrs thanks so much for the knowledge and the teaching and bringing to knowledge there contributions to the Bass world in the jazz art context.. This was a very moving story and again letting the world know about Bob is wonderful..thanks again.. Subscribed and sharing..

Wonderful story!

Wow! What a great video. Thanks so much for sharing.

This was fantastic. I have become a huge fan of all your videos, great takes. Appreciated your personal story, touched the heart my friend. All the best always. 6:48

This By FAR the absolute BEST thing I have ever seen on the Tube. Bless You Brother.

Thanks so much for this Paul. James Williams introduced me to Bob many years ago, I think at Zinno on 13th St in Manhattan. I saw him many times over the years with different groups and he's on many of my CD's. Thanks also for bringing a tear to my eyes..

Beautiful story! Love your channel, man!

As a person, I am finding that you are amazing. I am really, really enjoying your education to us on Bob Cranshaw. Today is the first time that I have seen one of your videos. The first was all about Oscar Pettiford. It was so good that I jumped to this one after subscribing to your channel. Keep up the fantastic work!

He was rightly proud of his work on Sesame Street. That show was groundbreaking!

What a great story! I am glad I found your channel tonight. Lots of great videos in general. But this one was really touching and inspiring. I was surprised to learn he's been on so many things that I've heard and enjoyed. I definitely needed to hear his name. And your personal experience was beautiful. Thank you.

Such a beautiful tribute man. Thank you for sharing this. May we all have the generosity and warmth he shared with so many.

This was a beautiful, moving tribute to a major figure in jazz who, to my shame, I’d not really registered before. Thank so you much! Paul, it is abundantly clear that you are seeking to “pay it forward”, in exactly the way that Milt Hinton did for Bob Cranshaw, and that Bob in turn has done for you and so many others. I want to assure you that you are indeed doing just that. Your channel elevates me and my spirit, and I’m sure does for so many of the rest of us bassists out here who are lucky enough to have subscribed to your channel. I’ve just shown several of your videos to a friend of mine who isn’t a musician (let alone a bassist), and he found them fascinating. He was also (like me) in tears watching this - at the end of the video he turned to me and said of you “what a lovely man”. I said “he sure is”. Thank you for all you do.

Nice work! Thanks!

Wonderful vid! After hearing The Sidewinder and watching/hearing G-Man, I've been seeking out Bob Cranshaw's stuff to dig into his approach on bass (I'm learning upright--and jazz--after playing only electric for years). Love it! I had no idea his lines were behind Sesame Street and Electric Company! A HUGE thanks for relating your personal connection with him. I appreciate learning about giants in music that are giants in giving back. Thanks again, and hope to see you playing live in Pittsburgh soon!

Thank you so much for this