I was behind the stage in memphis. They had a fake speaker cabinet beside Gary. During a song when the lights were down a bit a tech who was sitting in the cab would reach out and take one of Gary's guitars off a stand and tune it with an oscilloscope and put it back on the stand.

Love Dave dropping in. Great interview. Bryan is a great drummer and REO is amazing as always!

wow, what an interesting story, always loved his intro on 157 RSA

Never liked this guy Gary was REO not him he can't really sing his voice is strange sounding sorry GARY was the Best

I love his bass lines. He doesn't run the scales. That isn't bass playing. I jam a few times to In Your Letter.

I love Gary but Neal on keyboard was a huge part of the sound and he was really good.

Here we with meeeeee

Just saw what is left of REO and Neal has hung it up after 50 some years - and then there were two.

Cronin messed up the first line of second verse😂😂on the Carmelita betrayed me she said take me home serenade me. Richrath rules!!!@

Cool Stuff!

I always liked Kevin's voice especially up to the double live REO album "You get what you play for" from 1977. I was very disappointed when original bassist and founding member the late Gregg Philbin was replaced. He grooved and filled on the bass much better than his replacement but hey, when you're going for the money, you can't allow too much expression and creativity happening especially on the bass! Just my opinion but I do like early REO!

Bruce sounds like a nice guy and probably was a good replacement when REO decided to go commercial and become more of a ballad band. I still prefer listening to pre 1978 REO when original founder and bassist the late Gregg Philbin was with REO. Gregg played the amazing groove and fill bass lines on the double live REO album "Go for what you know". Just my preference. By the way, for any long time REO fans out there, there are interviews with original REO Bassist the late Gregg Philbin on KZfaq if you search...

Would have been interesting to hear him jam with original band member and founder the late Gregg Philbin on bass! Gregg played on REO's "You get what you play for" double live album in 1977. Then he was replaced. He was the best bassist they ever had.. in my opinion.

Neal was always a great keyboard player for REO Speedwagon. I prefer listening to early REO featuring Mike Murphy on vocals and original founding band member bassist Gregg Philbin. RIP Gregg Philbin.

I find him to be a delightful conversationalist. One question Neil, did you break the addiction to Soap Operas? You sir, got me strung out! Haha! Charming human being, doesn't put on Aires to impress. Just "Real", authentic & genuine. Also, can keep a 3 year old entertained in a baby pool for hours. I admire his skill and artistry greatly...I wish you a very Happy New Year Neil & the whole REO Familia! Hugs, d.crow from the Rocky Mountains

Where is the rest of the interview? My musical start was similar to Neal's except my mom made me take PIANO lessons. I never got good on piano, but I did learn about harmonies, and some music theory, so that like him, when the Beatles appeared, I taught myself guitar, using the musical ideas I had learned from piano. I NEVER learned to properly read music, and I'm sure Neal can. Also, I never got rich or famous playing music, but I DID eventually get myself an honest to goodness Hammond tonewheel organ and twin rotor Leslie speaker, which I LOVE. No offense to Neal, but it was first Jimmy Greenspoon, then Jon Lord, who got me hooked on the Hammond/Leslie magnificence. My first instrument remains the guitar though. There's a lesson in all my rambling ................ whatever musical instrument you finally hook up with, play it with passion, love and joy. Music is a universal language that we all can enjoy and help us all connect in one way or another. Play it the best you can, and if you aren't THE best, don't worry. Someone out there is wishing they could play as well as you can. Just be a good ambassador and bring them into the fold.

Lol "well I can kinda play the keyboards". Wow! Destiny!

Gary rips Amato so easily

Legend, pure and simple! Totally unique, *nobody* sounded like Gary and nobody ever will. You can really feel how special this moment was for everyone on stage that night. Rest east, Mr. Richrath 🌹

RIP, Gary. I remember you. One of the great ones

The one and only Gary

Neal Doughty and his keyboards has always been my favorite part of REO Speedwagon. I don't believe I've ever heard him speak before. Where is the rest of this interview?

Yall DESERVE and have earned a place in the rock and roll Hall of fame!!! That will happen!!!

Rock and roll came back

wow Kevin has him a awesome fro . wow Wearin it Proud, sounds great too

I liked the REO Speedwagon name from the beginning of my being a fan of the band. The name stuck with me right away. I just didn't know the origin of the band's name.

RIP Big man. Your awsome. Always have been. Thanks for the memories.

R. I. P. GARY YOU ARE MISSED

I gravitated to thin picks. Thick ones are much harder on the strings and unless you are trying to shred which I never do, I'm not shredder and don't want to be , thins are great picks.

Hammond B3 like Gregg Rolie.

Man spoke with humility and truth.how many bands have collapsed after a big hit mmm.

It's like trying to be Van Halen without EVH. No Gary, no real REO.

Sharing the love!!!🙏🏼

Great discussion, and great attitude about music and the teaching thereof! I think Neal D is the only surviving member of the original REO (last one still in the band), although maybe Bruce Hall was there, too (Kevin Cronin might as well be a founding member, although technically he isn’t). And yes, I *did* know the origin of the name “REO Speedwagon” - I’ve seen a real one at a classic-car show.

So great to see him having fun R.I.P. Gary thank's for the music of my youth !!

there is no r in reo without gary... rip sweetest guy who ever walked and one of the best axe men that ever lived..

I still like REO

Had a few drinks with Gary one night, great guy!

When Gary was gone REO lost their fire and ability to truly rock.

No Gary, no REO. Period. Kevin "The Douche" Cronin cut off his nose to spite his face. Too long ago they became their own tribute band. Cronin better never cross paths with me.

I really love Gary so much but, I have to say that I refuse to see this video. I know it's Gary because of His gestu res and the way he plays but I prefer remembering Gary when he was in better shape. It just hurts me to see him that way.. I'm sorry!!!😟😟

Neal is old school and a GAWD. And a survivor..... Late 70s to early/mid 80s REO SPEEDWAGON music (with Richrath) FOREVER! 🔥🙏🎸🥁

He was in the marching band...Belleville Township High School West..Belleville,Illinois

It's time for REO to make serious personal changes. Young, vibrant, sweet talking studs!

I'll miss seeing you this weekend Gary... rock the heavens ⚡

Neal is an interesting guy. Probably the smartest member. I would enjoy a long conversation with him. After he leaves REO he should consider speaking to groups about his experience in a rock band for all those years. I'm tired of hearing Gary this and Gary that. Gary should have been grateful to even be in this band. I wouldn't mind being the #2, 3, or 4 member. Cronin played his part. It so happened he was the singer. Everyone should get over it and admit the ballads were rock gold.

Where are you, Julio?

I had the pleasure to meet Bryan in México City, I think her sister had just passed away (RIP)in an accident here in Mexico, My friend and I took him to have lunch to Villa María a nice Restaurant In Polanco (CDMX) I had one of the greatest moment in my life. Nice chat about 80's music, Terry Kath accident, Brad Delp. Bryan is a gentleman at the highest level. Very Nice person.

Solid drummer. Really nice guy.

In your letter - was a true story about how His wife wrote a letter to him saying she was leaving him