Brad Smith of Blind Melon talks No Rain, Shannon Hoon, songwriting, music biz & more

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  • @nanamelon82
    @nanamelon82 9 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    "As an artist, you never know if you've made a difference". Oh, Brad, you did. And still do. Great interview!

    • @michaelpal5807
      @michaelpal5807 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Brad for your Awesome Interview!!! Shannon was A Beautiful Spirit so kind of you to show such compassion and respect!!! I'm sure you have so many stories about your time with Shannon and B Melon!!! You guys were Amazing together!! Raw Energy and so much Chemistry !!! Love and peace to you!! 💛💛💛🌟🌟🌟💛💛💛🌟🌟🌟💛💛💛

    • @michaelpal5807
      @michaelpal5807 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Brad for your Awesome Interview!!! Shannon was A Beautiful Spirit so kind of you to show such compassion and respect!!! I'm sure you have so many stories about your time with Shannon and B Melon!!! You guys were Amazing together!! Raw Energy and so much Chemistry !!! Love and peace to you!! 💛💛💛🌟🌟🌟💛💛💛🌟🌟🌟💛💛

  • @gamayun6102
    @gamayun6102 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an mazing guy Brad is, truly a joy to listen to him.

  • @ScottElblein
    @ScottElblein 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great interview. Brad seems like a really good, quality dude. You can also tell by his body language how hard it is to talk about Shannon's death; he was sitting back comfortably the entire time before the question was asked, then he leans forward, kind of closing himself off, and leaning away from the interviewer, and his right hand starts fidgeting on his left knee.
    I love hearing the band members give insight into Shannon that I've never heard before. Got a lot of that in this interview.

    • @robertpalmieri2467
      @robertpalmieri2467 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      J. Scott Elblein hi

    • @MeLoNHeAd00
      @MeLoNHeAd00 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      From what I understand he was like the "dad" of the band and really like Shannon's voice of reason . It hit him the hardest when Shannon died .

  • @michaelpal5807
    @michaelpal5807 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thankx Brad you are the Real Deal !!!! You and BLIND MELON we're the MOST UNDERRATED BAND!!! SHANNON HOON holds a special place in your 💓 Heart!!! You are so talented keep up the Good Work you are one COOL dude!!!

  • @haydenhollenbaugh3958
    @haydenhollenbaugh3958 9 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    When he talks about how much talent shannon had and would have gone on to do, I just want to hug that dude. He must think about that every day.

    • @MeLoNHeAd00
      @MeLoNHeAd00 หลายเดือนก่อน

      One of the most gifted song writers ever ! His voice was so unique and amazing as well .

  • @j.d.miller8675
    @j.d.miller8675 9 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thanks for posting Darren. Blind Melon is the most under rated band ever! I'm a true melon head and i love the entire band, but since Shannon is no longer with us i am always looking to see new material of him. In this case just insight about him, but it is always sweet to pick up any and all new melon footage. Thank you Brad for sharing your thoughts and feelings on Shannon and Nico. Glad to see your still making music. I am for sure gonna check out your new material.

    • @GeriDoc8
      @GeriDoc8 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Underrated? Whatever you say

    • @philjoy6635
      @philjoy6635 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Underrated .?......for sure best band eva

    • @GeriDoc8
      @GeriDoc8 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@philjoy6635 🖕 best band?.. overrated. You Fanboy orphan

    • @philjoy6635
      @philjoy6635 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cock

    • @GeriDoc8
      @GeriDoc8 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@philjoy6635 chicken shit

  • @MrCashewkitty
    @MrCashewkitty 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Graduated in 97 and was big into Tool, AIC, Soundgarden, etc. I never checked out Blind Melon because I assumed it was all like No Rain. A great song, but not really my style. I saw a TH-cam short of them live about 3 months ago and thought i needed to check them out. Hook, line, and sinker man. What a great band and transcendent talent in Shannon Hoon.

  • @TheManCone
    @TheManCone 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Born in 83 No rain is still my #1 bandaid for my soul when I'm numb to good feelings brings me back till this day. Thank you guys. Just thank you.

  • @davidrbecken
    @davidrbecken 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It's nice to hear him speak well of Shannon Hoon. There could be room for some bad feelings there, for opportunities lost, but he seems to have none. Also, every band needs that one person who is the 'star' of the show, and Shannon was definitely that. To sit back and appreciate it takes a lot of maturity, which you don't always find in bands, with everyone wanting the attention for themselves. It is a shame they didn't have more time together.

    • @jcc152509
      @jcc152509 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They were by far one of the most underrated bands from the 90s. People love chalking everything up to "No Rain." However, they often ignore the rest of the first album. Their second album was exceptional. It was genuinely different, quirky, odd, and of immense depth. Their last album was rough, but very good. One could just see the potential of the material had it evolved more naturally. And no, Blind Melon was no grunge. They get bunched with that movement and they didn't have any of the classic characteristics.

    • @MeLoNHeAd00
      @MeLoNHeAd00 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@jcc152509folk , blues and grunge blended . It has a lot of grateful dead influence.

  • @dlafaive1989
    @dlafaive1989 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love hearing these stories. I wish Shannon was still around and that the band could make more music

  • @blindsoup
    @blindsoup 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow - well done. Awesome interview...

  • @kickbushrecord
    @kickbushrecord 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great poolside chat. Enjoyed it. Thanks!

  • @andrewloya76
    @andrewloya76 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just finished the audiobook today!
    Man what an amazing band...my favorite!

  • @MeLoNHeAd00
    @MeLoNHeAd00 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    22:45 the best way i have ever heard someone describe Mr.Hoon !

  • @MeLoNHeAd00
    @MeLoNHeAd00 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    At the end where he says" i have different versions." It was like listening to blind melon live. Each time you saw them shannon may change lyrics or the way a song was delivered.

  • @lancesimons7834
    @lancesimons7834 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    R.I.P. Shannon Hoon

  • @theowias3
    @theowias3 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great interview. Thanks for posting!

    • @Darrenroseradio
      @Darrenroseradio  10 ปีที่แล้ว

      theowias3 thanks for watching! Hope you will subscribe :)

  • @tyestrada502
    @tyestrada502 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey brother I miss all you guys you Rogers and of course Shannon

  • @jakobholmes6909
    @jakobholmes6909 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very good interview. Subscribed

  • @Gekokujo76
    @Gekokujo76 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved Brad Smith in Blind Melon AND Unified Theory. "Look at them buildins"

  • @nancyhansen4074
    @nancyhansen4074 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are both a CLASS ACT!

  • @michaeldalton8374
    @michaeldalton8374 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It would have been interesting to see where they went from Soup. What is the next album, after you’ve basically said goodbye. They were so young and so good. And then it was gone.

    • @Edgepotts01
      @Edgepotts01 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve always wondered this

  • @emerson5077
    @emerson5077 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks for this!

  • @melistuzun1297
    @melistuzun1297 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    "pateekier" haha! great interview.
    Very good interview. Subscribed
    HEY BRAD!
    I like your feathered hat.

  • @ams2230
    @ams2230 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    awesome interview! thank you.

    • @Darrenroseradio
      @Darrenroseradio  10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you for checking it out... More stuff to come - hope you will subscribe to my channel!

  • @Siouxzylee
    @Siouxzylee 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love this interview.

    • @Darrenroseradio
      @Darrenroseradio  10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for listening and subscribing!

  • @jayybirdberg6545
    @jayybirdberg6545 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Heroin, Coke, Booze got Shannon. I wish this guy was more straight forward about it. It's all good man

  • @0nly714
    @0nly714 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks Brad for sharing your story. #blindmelon

  • @chrishere4272
    @chrishere4272 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brad, you are a virtuoso.

  • @MeLoNHeAd00
    @MeLoNHeAd00 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    26:42 they were "neo"grunge or acid grunge as i call it.

  • @EvanWCraig
    @EvanWCraig 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love u brad!

  • @philipatoz
    @philipatoz 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    At about 29:25, how sad to hear him speculate about what might have been if Shannon had lived - I mean, how many others have pointlessly died from drugs. I particularly think of Hendrix, and the incredible solo career and records he would have made. Thing is, no one starts taking drugs and thinks they can't handle it, because, at first, it's just about having fun. Damn!

  • @Soviless99
    @Soviless99 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    HEY BRAD!
    I like your feathered hat.

  • @dannster
    @dannster 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "pateekier" haha! great interview.

  • @lancesimons7834
    @lancesimons7834 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sweet

  • @checkyourhead9
    @checkyourhead9 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    15:22

  • @christopherburch1904
    @christopherburch1904 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    He went to college?

  • @loungefly92
    @loungefly92 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    9:30 LMAO !

  • @hardluck8732
    @hardluck8732 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    VH1 hell yes!

  • @michaelmassey1261
    @michaelmassey1261 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    kimbra is awesome!!!

  • @checkyourhead9
    @checkyourhead9 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Until you lose your lead singer? Are you fucking serious bro??????
    That's some bold shit
    I'm embarrassed for you God you are insensitive
    His son??????
    God man you are a fucking jerk
    He was so patient love you brad 💜

  • @jbizird67
    @jbizird67 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    pooooooooooooooool

  • @billbradleymusic
    @billbradleymusic 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    c'mon Brad.... the song was about being glad it rained so you didn't have to pour concrete!

  • @andrewg7327
    @andrewg7327 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lousy interviewer. Kept cutting smith off before he was done speaking

  • @checkyourhead9
    @checkyourhead9 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brainwash rotation lol