BAD WOLVES' Tommy Vext Goes In-Depth on His Past, A Near Death Experience & Sobriety

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 ก.ค. 2018
  • Frank sits down with Tommy Vext of Bad Wolves to discuss everything from growing up together, being persistent with your dreams, looking back on his near death experience, what happened behind the scenes for Bad Wolves when the world lost Dolores O'Riordan of The Cranberries, and so much more.
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  • @andrewbostian2328
    @andrewbostian2328 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    You can't hate this guy, he's such a positive great man

  • @missyv932
    @missyv932 6 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    With all the negativity in the world today, I like to see someone like Tommy that is so positive despite the heartbreak.

    • @GypsyRock
      @GypsyRock 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Missy V amen. In person he was even more genuine. Mad respect

    • @tucko11
      @tucko11 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tommy is a hero a humanitarian

  • @GypsyRock
    @GypsyRock 6 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    I just took a trip to Seattle, and my first day there, the first restaurant I sat down in (in pioneer square), Tommy was at the next table. I waited for him to finish eating, and then timidly approached him. I had just asked for an autograph, but he was so cool, so kind, stood up, Hugged me, shook my guy friend’s hand, asked if I want to take a picture, scrawled my name in a message to me on my little Seattle paper, and I have a even bigger respect for him now. Love you tommy! Great show in Seattle btw

    • @missyv932
      @missyv932 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      you are soo lucky girl!!

    • @GypsyRock
      @GypsyRock 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Missy V I consider myself very lucky for that. Normally I have terrible luck, so that was a nice gift from the universe :-) I was going through a particularly hard time when that happened, so I took it as a sign, a sort of gift from the universe as I said. :-) Lucky me :-)

    • @Roberob1189
      @Roberob1189 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I just went and saw them 2 nights ago and I got to meet him right after. It was amazing. He’s such a great person. I was in awe how cool he was.

    • @wickedlove229
      @wickedlove229 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So jealous!!

  • @cmdrriotz5283
    @cmdrriotz5283 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    This guy seems like one of the most well grounded human being's I've ever heard. Damn.

  • @tucko11
    @tucko11 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This guy is my hero . Like a solider coming back from war, except he went through a different war within his own life enduring a personal life tragedy,I’m a huge fan !

    • @tucko11
      @tucko11 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      7:35 such a sad story .

  • @TCreech24
    @TCreech24 6 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Just saw Bad Wolves with Nothing More in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and this dude is amazing. They did a free meet and greet because he doesn't believe in making people pay to meet bands. When I met this dude it felt like he was my best friend he's that down to Earth. If you have any doubts of seeing them live just do it please you won't regret it.

  • @vawaken3860
    @vawaken3860 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    "Don't quit before the miracle happens"

  • @bryanrboyer09
    @bryanrboyer09 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I love listening to Tommy's interviews! I am 6 years sober and I hear him say things that have resonated with me over that time.

    • @pastortommymiller6099
      @pastortommymiller6099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Congrats on the sobriety. Keep up the good work, and know that you’re respected and valued. I’m thankful you were born, and I’m thankful you’re alive.

  • @__Vaudevillain__
    @__Vaudevillain__ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    He's such a beautiful and raw person.

  • @scare-a-medic9112
    @scare-a-medic9112 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I just love this guy. Such a great human being. Not bad on the eyes either 😃

    • @shaydame0777
      @shaydame0777 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Dukey Doo the Boxer Dog Sorry for a random comment, but just wanted to let you know i love your page. Anyone following the Conserv Twins(Hodge Twins) and Candice Owens, not to mention Tommy and Bad Wolves, has gotta be cool ! 😬😊🤘🏼 Love that doggo too!

    • @scare-a-medic9112
      @scare-a-medic9112 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Shannon Dame thanks 😘

    • @shaydame0777
      @shaydame0777 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dukey Doo the Boxer Dog You’re very welcome! Blessings and hope it’s a blessed 4th of July! 😘🙏🏼

  • @NathanShines
    @NathanShines 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm here because I came across this gentleman from his explanation of BLM. I just came across him on an Instagram sobriety page and damn is this dude awesome. 115 days alcohol free today!

  • @landonleuschner6078
    @landonleuschner6078 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Saw him tonight... one hell of a vocalist, really commands the stage and the crowd... awesome show!

  • @christopherhays4187
    @christopherhays4187 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I seen bad wolves live this year with nickleback in my state of Melbourne Australia I met tommy an he is one if the most nicest down to earth people you could possibly ever meet so if you have not seen bad wolves live yet than do it because I can promise you that you will not regret it

  • @Jorgetime
    @Jorgetime 6 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Glad this guy finally has the band he deserves, I like Divine heresy more but this is not bad.

    • @VanitasVA
      @VanitasVA 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Jorgetime Westfield Massacre is really good as well.

  • @gothic_angel
    @gothic_angel 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Love Tommy beautiful man and awesome vocalist transforming people's opinions of rock metal genre and bringing the new generations to the music. Tommy is just incredible

  • @riotrainville950
    @riotrainville950 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Tommy thanks for sharing your story....I being a person of mental health hearing this I know now more than ever I am not alone besides me and my wife. I would love to know more about how you handle your struggles.

  • @rossmusic25
    @rossmusic25 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I’m seeing him tonight on that Breaking Ben, Five Finger, Nothing More line up

  • @cassiesuders1
    @cassiesuders1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He is definitely a positive person that I love to hear his thoughts on so many issues. He’s a great man and if I knew him I would definitely call him a friend.

  • @seanmclennan429
    @seanmclennan429 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I have followed Tommy for years and have loved all of his work, good to hear from him and hear your guys stories.

  • @marisolhudson553
    @marisolhudson553 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I can listen to this man talk forever and be hypnotized by his lips 😍😘

  • @rachelcoloradow3kidz722
    @rachelcoloradow3kidz722 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Tommy!!!! That is amazing gift! You ROCK!! Amazing and so sorry those 3 babies. To lose her and our world she was admired!

  • @Roberob1189
    @Roberob1189 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just saw bad wolves and asking Alexandria, 2 of 3 of my favorite bands ever. It was the highlight of my life. First I got the guitar pick from Ben and then after the show I ran to merch quickly before it got crowded and I got to meet tommy. I couldn’t believe he was standing in front of me and he was the coolest person.

  • @user-su6ys8nn3z
    @user-su6ys8nn3z 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    love tommy he is such great talent and he has been thru soo much but yet never gave up his dream gives me motivation best wishes to tommy

  • @deborahparker8220
    @deborahparker8220 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    congrats on you're 9 years. Ur awesome helping other addicts & alcoholics. keep doing what you do :)

  • @kalyncapito9673
    @kalyncapito9673 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Bless this dude

  • @yarbsacoustic
    @yarbsacoustic 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Instant respect, instant fan!

  • @sierrasmith5193
    @sierrasmith5193 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Just seen him last week and he put on an amazing performance. Great concert!

  • @wendyxx0777
    @wendyxx0777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm so in love with this man

  • @lindaortega7873
    @lindaortega7873 6 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    Gosh damn he is fine!!!

    • @xsoxuxlxeaterx
      @xsoxuxlxeaterx 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahaha is that what you got from the interview. Lol

    • @WankFrest
      @WankFrest 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      No he is Tommy

    • @sherinuss3598
      @sherinuss3598 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You know it!!!

    • @Anna-gg1wp
      @Anna-gg1wp 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Beast 😍😜💪

    • @dralithi
      @dralithi 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      He's taken, ladies! 😂

  • @robertpoole5652
    @robertpoole5652 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Tommy is and has been one of my favorite vocalists/ lyricist! I been a fan of his since Vext, DH. I thought he was a great cjoice for SNOT, and Westfield Massacre was the shit. Tommy is a BIG inspiration to me and my sobriety and my own music career. I ABSOLUTELY the Bad Wolves album and I have purchased the ALL the singles, the album and everything. I hope one day I can meet him amd thank him for all he has done for me and inspiring me. 🤘 ROCK ON BAD WOLVES 🤘

    • @GypsyRock
      @GypsyRock 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Robert Poole just met him at the table next to me in Seattle. I was the only one to recognize/approach him and he couldn’t have been more cool

    • @robertpoole5652
      @robertpoole5652 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      GypsyRock I am mad jealous! I always wanted to meet Tommy. He is my absolute favorite vocalist amd a true inspiration to me and my sober lifestyle.

  • @chellecopley67
    @chellecopley67 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this guy. He is just so real.

  • @juliewatson1925
    @juliewatson1925 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It was an amazing tribute. Thank you

  • @brandymusson9838
    @brandymusson9838 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just found bad wolves a little bit ago and they have tyed for my favorite with linkin park he has some crazy powerful songs I love them💙💜💙 hey Tommy vext your song are helping me though a lot right now keep up the excellent work love ya

  • @rocknrolloutlaw6113
    @rocknrolloutlaw6113 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Both of these guys deserve every bit of success that has come their way. Congrats on all of your accomplishments. I can only imagine what the future holds for these cats!! Thnx for the upload!

  • @satricon
    @satricon 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great interview! Love that MI is still going strong

  • @susanrednour1605
    @susanrednour1605 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tommy Vext is a sweetheart!

  • @heathersamarayates-reed610
    @heathersamarayates-reed610 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You Gotta Love Tommy❣️ I Sure Do He's Absolutely Beautiful Inside & Outside. I Truly Respect And Admire Him. He's Got Spiritual Depth. Rock On Tommy ❣️💕❤️🔥🤜🤛💋🤘

  • @GypsyRock
    @GypsyRock 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love the humility this cat has. And it comes off in real person too. Meeting him was amazing. Especially when I wasn’t planning on it, just sitting down at a restaurant eating. He was at the next table. I love the respect he has for other musicians, and what a huge fan he is. Phil Anselmo is the same way, in that he has claimed to be such a huge music nerd, and he really is. It’s so awesome to see successful musicians back each other up and admiring and fanning out for each other. Tommy rocks

  • @brandonsholes8289
    @brandonsholes8289 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of my favorite artists ever all his music hits home and he so diverse that heart shaped box cover was fuckin insane and that cry me a river I never like the original but he killed that ..and he is down to earth and original Much Respect bro Stay Blessed

  • @nomdeplume2213
    @nomdeplume2213 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    God i love Tommy 😍

  • @melissamartin9066
    @melissamartin9066 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    His voice is up there to disturbed besides his band and five finger death punch he's wonderful if I was listening to it on the radio I never would've known behind they music thank you

  • @shannonmcintyre-bird
    @shannonmcintyre-bird 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    No matter what. No matter what your twin does. You always love them. It’s a bond that will never be broken.
    Being a twin has been a blessing but it comes with a fuck load of baggage. ❤️

  • @ericamorgan8563
    @ericamorgan8563 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    All I want before I die ...is a picture with tommy vext and ivan moody... maybe, hopefully ,one of these days maybe my wish will come true both men are great and inspirational..

  • @wingnutmcspazatron3957
    @wingnutmcspazatron3957 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Real cool guy.

  • @TheDamnedUchiha
    @TheDamnedUchiha 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Holy shit....what a genuine person.

  • @emeralddragon1712
    @emeralddragon1712 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Warrioooorrrrr!!!!! 🔥🔥🔥

  • @Nikki77713
    @Nikki77713 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My sons 2 and he sings to zombie as well as a reason to fight by disturbed

  • @thomasstunts
    @thomasstunts 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    With ear phones in you can hear some live metal band playing in the background lol

  • @MetalRush666
    @MetalRush666 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    What Candiria song did you do?! Very cool stories.

  • @morgankane1643
    @morgankane1643 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I remember him on metal injection talking about divine heresy, and they completely dodged that band XD

  • @heatherlupo2620
    @heatherlupo2620 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I grew up in starrett city building c7 and I went James Madison high school.

  • @jacquelinehammell1241
    @jacquelinehammell1241 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The love of my life I hope I’m not in competition wit DIAMANTE Hahahah your soo inspirational and you can feel the emotion in ur voice....especially gettin sober and soooo strong “he scared the shit outta me”frank “it will never go away”oh baby...family that is severely mentally ill addiction alll day just lost 2 men that were the slightests father figures I had that were alc./drugs I love you tommy 🙏🏻🙏🏻thank you

  • @victorkempe5661
    @victorkempe5661 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Pretty funny that I got an ad for wine when he talks about being sober

  • @willowwonderbull7100
    @willowwonderbull7100 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    great dude and great band anyone know what hat that is ?

  • @wickedlove229
    @wickedlove229 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey! What did you cut the song short?!

  • @josharena512
    @josharena512 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He was best in Divine Heresy!

  • @blackchaku7557
    @blackchaku7557 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    B's C's Tommy Vext for life #AlvinIsANiceGuy

  • @ajsawyer4497
    @ajsawyer4497 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    First song??

  • @julienbendel1349
    @julienbendel1349 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Is it just me, or does his speaking voice sound slightly like M.Shadows'? :)

  • @rebeccatracy-haines6889
    @rebeccatracy-haines6889 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I cant get any sound :(

  • @serviceangelmisty5374
    @serviceangelmisty5374 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    can never afford tickets or he never comes near my state even so just youtube for me

  • @nine73soldier
    @nine73soldier 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It’s a slippery slope from cake to drugs.

  • @drested1793
    @drested1793 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    His brother tried to kill him!?

  • @paulmoreno3556
    @paulmoreno3556 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dino kicked him out of the band cause he brought him his menudo cold...Dino had a hunger attack he was hangry

  • @scroppy6953
    @scroppy6953 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    How old is he?

    • @danielwood7540
      @danielwood7540 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      48

    • @scroppy6953
      @scroppy6953 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@danielwood7540 really I thought he was 36

    • @danielwood7540
      @danielwood7540 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nope he's 48 he was born in 1970

    • @ellavonyle7806
      @ellavonyle7806 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ronzoe! Wth I thought he was in his early 30's!

    • @ObnoxiousCamoToe
      @ObnoxiousCamoToe 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@scroppy6953 The lyrics for "Remember When" tell his age. "When it was 1992. Two little kids stealing records, skipping school. We must've been like only ten--"
      He was born April 15th, 1982.

  • @GypsyRock
    @GypsyRock 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lol”I’m yo fatha “

  • @davebatson7641
    @davebatson7641 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    9 people desparately need attention

  • @rain8222
    @rain8222 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not bad of a band TBH

  • @patientmental875
    @patientmental875 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tommy "drama queen" Vext

  • @thomasm3100
    @thomasm3100 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well I used to like this guy, but apparently he beats women. If those allegations are true then he’s a coward. If not then I’ll apologize