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If Andy reads this, he could never pick up a stick again, but rest assured, your legacy in metal is set, dude. You laid down some awesome drums during your time in Chimaira. It'll live on. We all want you to come back and play, but don't feel any pressure. Legacy = set! 🤘
Andols went deep and personal when he didn’t have to. It takes a strong person to do that. Thank you for expressing yourself because someone else is watching going through the same or something similar and now they know they aren’t alone. Thanks for this great conversation with your friend Rob. 🤘🏼😑👍🏼
So glad your doing these Rob. Its nice to hear from the guys that helped shaped a band so influential to me. Thanks for the videos and keep safe my man! Also, thanks for being the biggest influence on my playing style for guitar. Cheers!
Hands down one of the most underated metal drummer from the american metal bands devil driver, lamb of god, shadows fall, kill switch, unearth and so on.. Andols is something special and brutal in his unique way that no one else can duplicate in my opion.
It was cool to watch this, was a roller coaster of emotions. Also interesting to see Andols get very physically animated when talking about music, it was like a switch flipped and he was energised and happy. I’m wishing the best for you Andy. Thanks for the interview and insight Rob!
I love how excited Andols got talking about music and getting back with Chimaira on the resurrection album. He wants to get back with Music so bad!!! and you can tell his sickness is taking him away
Not to divulge too much of my personal life on here but listening to what he went through is 100% exactly what I went through, around the same time. The gut issues, sleep, ADD, memory, chronic pain, doctors. I quit playing drums, guitar, and couldn't ride my motorcycle anymore. I used the Ketogenic diet to slowly get my energy back, like seriously low carb for almost a year. This cleared life long gut issues. I went from going to bed after going for a 15 minute run to running 5k and lifting 300 pds off the ground in about a year. Since my year long stint on Keto I use periods of fasting and eating once a day (it's been 5 years now). My only explanation is that it is some kind of mitochondrial dysfunction. I was told the keto diet would kill me and was highly advised not to do it and he's probably been told the same and that's a shame because it might catapult him out of it. Fasting is key for me and if your body is not using fat as a source of fuel then you need to train it, it's vital to health. This has made a massive difference in dealing with the chronic pain and brain fog long term. I wish him the best, I want to see him, you and Chimaira back at it! Cheers Andols for coming out and speaking about it because we are not alone and so many can't relate at all. We are in the dark! A very talented friend of mine also struggles with this.
"document your come back".... Rob your are a legend. half way through this now and it's amazing. thanks for getting Andols(andy) on board. Much love from Ireland
I think all the advice Rob shared with Andols was spot on. One thing I’d add, is for Andols spend at least 15-30 mins each day doing something that helps him reach his goals - workout, practice drums, etc. And do it, even if he doesn’t want too. Plus remember it’s ok make mistakes or have set backs. Something else I’d suggest... maybe start an Andols Herrick come back group Where fans like myself can all come together and support Andols in his journey - it may even help many of us. Ex: He works out Mon, we all work out Monday. He practices music, we all practice music. If times align, maybe even do a large zoom / google meet video. Basically a support group. Lord knows I could use something like this as well.
As someone who also suffers from CFS as well as chronic pain and arthritis among other issues, I really feel his pain with how it affects daily life and the whole guinea pig routine having to go through a million different doctors who just are in it for the money. I’m also someone who has always been into fitness like Andols and it’s true about how quickly your body can change and go downhill. I hope he gets some relief soon, I would love to hear more drumming from him, he’s one of the best.
you have no ideea how happy it makes me to see Andols again. The fact that he is at this point where he is ok to talk about his problems openly , is a step towards getting better. Andols i wish you all the health you need and i'm looking forward to seeing you behind the kit. \m/
Germany, Sunday, 11PM. Damn it‘s late. Oh, Andols?!? 2h?! Let‘s get it on! Andols, if you read this: You are a legend in the drummer world and influenced my drumming and the thinking process about it so dang HEAVILY!!! I worried about how you’re doing so often, man! From the very bottom of my heart, I wish you the very very best. 🍀🍀🍀
Really touched by this video, absolutely tragic what has happened to Andols. Remember watching him in his element on the Roadrunner United DVD, hammering out the cuts with Rob Flynn. Incredible musician and great guy as well.
It's so cool to see you two talking!! I know for a FACT after all the years I've been a Chimaira Megafan, that you two always had an amazing chemistry in the studio. You can just see it in every Doc or random video!! Im 45 minutes in, going to be sad when I'm done.
Andols, your manhood and legacy are 100% intact! If Chimaira were to do a benefit show for you no matter where in the US I will be there!!! Thank you for going completely raw for your fans. Love you brother!!!
Awww man, Andols is a boss on the drums. So sad to see him going through this kind of pain. Horrible what stress can do to the body. I hope he heals up soon.
Since i got into metallica in my early teens, there was really never another band after that, where i purchased the dvds, the records, shirts, merch and just really connected with since i heard "painting" on wsou 89.5 when i was about 21. Chimaira was top tier for me, and so was andols. Again, to get me to be invested in a band as heavily as i was into metallica, took a shitload. You've absolutely shaped my mind further into what metal is and how aggressive it can be, but also how beautiful it can be. Thanks for that. Cheers from NYC.
I watched the entire video, and it's extremely appreciated that Andols was prepared to open up. There are many people who can not picture his daily ongoing battles, but there really are people out there who do understand. I too am in a sortof similar situation, where I kinda isolated myself hermite-wise so I didn't have to bother anyone with my issues (from a medical incident 3 years ago). This video kinda made me realize it is possible to open up, and just come clean.... That's a moment that still needs to happen ... This could actually have happened in March for me, but unfortunately covid got in the way of things, and my route to opening up got blocked. Now it's a waiting game for me ... on more than one level... Strength, perseverance, and support wished to Andols! And I spotted some positivity in his eyes when talking about the glorious nostalgic stuff. That indeed is good alternative medication when everything else fails. Positive memories, positive thoughts, positive energy! And thank you for asking about the Roadrunner United project! I love his work with Robb Flynn on that album! Robb Flynn actually did a cool interview with Monte Conner some months ago, in which he talked about the RR project, fantastic to have watched it (once, however, because the video was pulled down recently, bugger!)
throws drumstick almost against the ceiling while playing .. catches it without watching and plays ahead ... what an epic move .. never forget .... godspeed man !
Hi Rob, this chat you had with Andols was truly awesome. I can tell by just watching this 2 hour video that his whole persona changed for the better the longer this conversation went on. Seeing Andols become so frail is hard to take in, but he started to seem more positive the longer this went on. I honestly think your time spent with Andols here has reopened his enthusiasm to truly want to come back. It's one thing laying around thinking about it but it's another thing entirely when you have real people communicating the fact that he's missed, and that people actually care! I honestly believe that regular chats like this with Andols and yourself (or any of the other guys in Chimaira) will help him. (They don't have to be made public for all to see) A massive thank you goes out to Andols for agreeing to do this with you. I can't imagine it was easy for him. I truly look forward to purchasing the album that you and Andols have created. I don't know too much about it, but, are these songs all instrumentals or is there a singer, if so, who? All the best to BOTH of you!
Sending all my love to you Andols. Saw you drumming in the 90s in Tilburg, The Netherlands. Never saw such a great and tight drummer. You were almost like a machine behind the drumkit. Still remember that!!
Andols was a nuclear power plant behind the kit. I've been listening to metal for many many years and I've still yet to here another drummer with more creative fills and soul crushing groove. And who else brings home a breakdown like him? Like a sledgehammer to the chest you can't help but move your head. Hang in there buddy. We love you🤘
Really Awesome show!!! Yes Andols!!! Record yourself practicing everyday, play anything, I will watch that!!!! Its not everyday your hear your Favorite Band of All Time Is Getting Ready To Make A Come Back To Rule The World!!!!! I really like the videos seeing all of you!!! The Good. The Bad. its real life for Everyone here!!! We are all going through it Together!!! Maybe You Don't know Your Still the Top Metal Band? Really did you hear the shit out there! As a fan I want a new album and for you to come to Michigan on tour! Maybe that just how things use to be. The world is changing. You might be able to make it on TH-cam skip the record company. I would pay a normal ticket price to watch you guys play a show on youtube! I think you guys could pull off a couple Chimaira Covers, That would be Cool!!! I think if you had a guitar and he had a pair of sticks, I could have heard a song today! Will be sending Prayers, Keep Rocking No Matter What! We will be Listening!!!
This took some serious bravery to do, thanks Andols, keep doing what you need to do and know people respect everything you do and have done Keep fighting 💪
Andols has always been one of my favorite drummers. I'm glad he came on the podcast. I'm sure it was brutal to put all this out there. I hope he does documents his return. I hope he understands we all want to see him get better. He is sorely missed in music. I also can't wait till Jim and Chris come on as well.
Fuck yeah Rob, Andols is one of my favorite drummers. Sorry to see he's still having such a rough time with his health but it was awesome to catch up with him. Thanks for making this happen man!
From my own personal experience it sounds like Crohn's disease. Andols keep fighting dude. My girlfriend has very similar issues. You're not alone. We all want you behind the kit again. Stay strong. Keep your head in the game you have thousands of fans behind you wanting you back. Never forget that man!!! You CAN do this!!!🤘🤘
Hope nothing but the best for Andols and how you over come the obstacles of health and rob your rock for reaching out to your members of chimaira ....like everyone else is writing a reunion tour is needed rock on guys
Andols is one of THEE best drummers in modern metal. His double bass work on the disappearing sun is absolute PERFECTION along with literally every other song he's on. Excellent interview rob and much respect for being a good friend. I wish andols the absolute best and I really hope he gets back in the game! The community is missing his utterly sick drumming!!
A lot of bands have good guitarist and drummers, but there aren't too many where the guitarist and drummer can riff off each other as well you two do. Whether you were just groovin out or firing on all cylinders with agression, Rob you an Andols were and will always be a force to be fucking reckoned with. Chimaira, will always be a massive part of the soundtrack of my life. Love you guys \m/
Rob, tell Arnold that almost a year later, we hope he's doing great or as much as he can, he have us, the whole fanbase to chat or to do whatever he needs. Best regards from across the world buddy!.
He is such a talented and creative drummer, he has crazy timing and fills and techniques and all that but he has this sense of groove and imagination. I don't play drums but it's kind of like Cliff Burton how he had a style totally his own. Pure Hatred, or Worthless - two great examples of drumming that really catches your ear. All the best to Andols
Andols rocks. He needs more support, and less interrogative digging even though I acknowledge you’re doing your thing out of the same love of music and mutual awe and inspiration from how the Andols handles his art.
Andols, you truly are a kind heart. No need to apologize for anything because you have given us all so much during your time behind the kit. Thank you for sharing your time with us and I send nothing but love to you and your family. Thank you for posting this also Rob. Keep up the great work.
Thanks so much for this video, Ive been a massive Chimaira fan since Pass out of existence and bands like yourselves have influenced me so much and made me want to learn to play the drums myself and I now play in a local metal band. I too suffer with Anxiety and depression (although not to the high degree that Andols does)and have done for over 15 years and the physical and mental symptoms that Andols has described I can relate to so much. Some days are good and some days are bad but working out at the gym, playing drums and listening to metal music is my Savior and has helped me keep pushing on. Massive thanks for Andols for being so open and talking about his struggles as too many suffer in silence and think they are the only ones going through physical and mental pain when in actual fact many others are in the same situation and people talking openly about it makes a massive difference to other sufferers. Cant wait to see Andols behind the kit again and I know it will happen one day! Thanks again
Andols you need these guys in your life, you need music in your life. We love you guys and truly miss your music. Thank you Rob for making this happen.
Damn i have the same problems..I'm running around for more than five years..From doctor to doctor..Still don't have a real diagnosis..I can totally understand how Andols feels..That interview really hits me hard..Thank you for this..
Besides the legendary drumming.. one of the funniest things ever was when you guys had Andy go through his apartment on one of the DVDs I have. Like an MTV cribs episode lol.. minus the expensive crib..classic..
For me, you are the brain of the beast but Andols, without any doubt, is the heart. A hell of a drummer and very smart, funny guy. And I'll never forget all the freedom fries thing 🤣🤣
Rob, this was simply the best!!! Thank you so much for this!!! Much love for you and Andols!!! May he find the help he needs and may you two rock once more in the future!!!
So impressed he recorded to a plain click track mostly. That just shows the true brain memory power this guy has. I bet 1 in 50 drummers might be able to do that. He wanted clarity. That is next level in itself. Once I recorded to a click it made writing so much cleaner. Reference points etc..
I appreciate Andols opening up about how things have been for him. Wish him all the best on his path to healing. Stoked when he mentioned First Blood! Another great job hosting the video chat Rob 🤘
Hope he’s getting all the support he needs, can’t imagine going through that alone and no one should. Anxiety is no joke and I’m surrounded by people who have it. Take care of yourself Andols, I promise you have a lot of people in your life that love you more you could ever know.
I can’t thank you guys enough for your work in Chimaira and indirectly helping so many people, myself included. Stay positive Andols! We believe in and support you no matter what! 💪🤘
This is so sad man. I hope andols gets better in himself and maybe he'll drum again one day I hope so but the most important thing is his recovery. He's one of the greatest drummers to ever pick up the sticks. His drumming is quality!!! Get well soon andols
2 days ago I came back all the way to Jade to release some harsh emotions and your music still works even 15 years later from where it meant the world to me. There I saw you guys did it and like a month ago, I am really stunned. I remember hanging out with you guys before your gig in Warsaw which by the way was great while you were doing your Ressurection EU run. That gig was a total blast. Chimaira will always have a very special place in my heart. What is more, Katatonia being my most favorite band of all time since the beginning of 2000s. Makes me really feel Andols and his struggle. Katatonia is like a medicine that heals you when you shift through the dark. Love you guys for sharing your awesome music with the world and this deep and meaningful conversation. I have picked up drumming again after 15 years of not playing and I realise Andols is one of my biggest influences when it comes to drumming. Rock on guys, and all the best to both of you forever and always!
Yeah, the moshpit was the best ever. And when you played Resurrection for Vitek from Decapitated as a last song of the set, damn... it cracked me up man. This was a beautiful experience one of the best of my current lifetime! Thx, for shouting out!
I have always been jealous of the name “Andols Herrick”. It sounds awesome; just like his drumming. Chimaira fan for 18 years here. Amazing how every album is good, despite the line-up changes. Inspirational on a daily basis, man. Thank you.
Being a former metal band guitarist who toured extensively in the 2000’s, this hits home what was talked about with the anxiety and not having any interest in the instrument currently. This was a good listen, thanks guys.
Rob, when Andy was talking about his low stuff at the beginning...the look on your face was the look of a man who, should he bump into the deciding force for humanity you’d rip its fucking head off for hurting your friend. You guys may not have spoke in ages or whatnot but real friendship is like family. You so love him and that look of rage behind your eyes for his circumstances was louder than any words xxxx send my love to him
Aye bro... Yeah the whole thing in a f'n shame. I'm still always hoping for the best, but unfortunately I don't think any progress has been made on Andols end. Cheers👊
Without struggle there is no progress. Best wishes Andols. One of the coolest names ever. Lol. Andols always has this mysticism about him. He is so talented, he could play anything or any style. In the DHP doc, I remember him destroying a part in the studio, after he finishes he starts slowly punching his snare. My read into that- I’m soo good and can play anything, but Rob has programmed me to destroy! 🤘♥️👊
I hope to see Andols behind the kit with Chimaira again soon. Can’t help but feel it’s 100% mental though. I hope everything comes together soon. Much love
I had to span the watch of the video on 2 different days between yesterday and today (struggle to find time sometimes) but it was so worth it! I think a lot of people were expecting and looking forward to this video. So great to see and hear from Andols. Thank you for your work again Rob, well appreciated. I hope he can find that spark again and get behind the kit again soon. I say it all the time but I am SO stocked for that Rob/Andols album still in the works !! ;)
Andols!!!! Great to see you, great to hear you!!! Hope you get well, would love to see your triumphant return!!! Rob thanks for putting this out there, Andols thanks for opening up and updating! Chimaira will always be one of my favorite bands, you guys are the best
My first gig was seeing Chimaira, Spineshank and Ill Nino at Portsmouth Pyrimids, UK in 2003. Blown away and have been a fan ever since! All the best to Andols and his recovery, what a lovely dude he is!! Definitely a big influence in me becoming a drummer md now drum teacher. Sending my love from one drummer to another. 🥁🤟 Love the channel Rob, keep up the great work. 😊 x
Hey Rob, thanks for setting this up dude. Good to see Andols again. I could see it was difficult for him to open up . Hope hes doing better and back smashing the skins. Solid work bro \m/
Andols is by far my fave drummer from chimaira!!! Epic beast mode drumming!! And although he wasn't the drummer when I saw chimaira, I still will never forget that show!!!
So glad you had this talk with andols , he is by far one of my favorite drummers I met him at mayhem fest at San Bernardino with the rest of the band I hope he gets better and plays drums again
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If Andy reads this, he could never pick up a stick again, but rest assured, your legacy in metal is set, dude. You laid down some awesome drums during your time in Chimaira. It'll live on. We all want you to come back and play, but don't feel any pressure. Legacy = set! 🤘
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Andols is a beast behind the kit.. When I first heard his intro on Pure Hatred I was hooked. And his comeback on Resurrection. Animal 🤘🤘
yeah intro to pure hatred was so memorable!
Pure hatred was my intro to Chimaira as well and I have been hooked ever since.
Pure Hatred was recorded by Kevin Talley on the drums
@@vadiknetsko8504 Eh, NO! They didn´t even know Kevin when that song was recorded, smh...
Andols is so TALENTED!, having him with you guys as a band the chemistry and everything is what made Chimaira such a phenomenal band.
Andols is definitely one of my favorite drummers of all time. Really miss the guys talent.
Essential to true Chimaira sound. Saw him live in 2008!
Andols went deep and personal when he didn’t have to. It takes a strong person to do that. Thank you for expressing yourself because someone else is watching going through the same or something similar and now they know they aren’t alone. Thanks for this great conversation with your friend Rob. 🤘🏼😑👍🏼
Andols, your legacy will live forever on all those CLASSIC albums. You don't owe anybody anything!
Regards.
So glad your doing these Rob. Its nice to hear from the guys that helped shaped a band so influential to me. Thanks for the videos and keep safe my man! Also, thanks for being the biggest influence on my playing style for guitar. Cheers!
Cheers Allan!👊🙏🎸
Hands down one of the most underated metal drummer from the american metal bands devil driver, lamb of god, shadows fall, kill switch, unearth and so on.. Andols is something special and brutal in his unique way that no one else can duplicate in my opion.
This makes me impatient for Spicuzza and LaMarca videos. Keep 'em coming, Rob.
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The longer the videos the better in my opinion. As a truck driver I love putting these on in the background and listening to them
Great to know Wes! Stay safe out there!🤘
It was cool to watch this, was a roller coaster of emotions. Also interesting to see Andols get very physically animated when talking about music, it was like a switch flipped and he was energised and happy. I’m wishing the best for you Andy. Thanks for the interview and insight Rob!
So weird man, super emotional to see him in person again!!! I miss this guy tremendously.
I love how excited Andols got talking about music and getting back with Chimaira on the resurrection album. He wants to get back with Music so bad!!! and you can tell his sickness is taking him away
Really hope Andols gets better , a huge influance on me as a drummer .
Man I'd love to see this guy behind the kit again. I really hope he gets better soon. Love his work on Impossibility 🤘🤘🤘
Mark may have been able to part the Red Sea, but Andols could close it again with a massive tidal wave. Thanks for sharing this conversation Rob.
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I got 10 minutes in and Andols is talking about people remembering chimaira. Andols, we’re begging for more chimaira 😃😃😃😃. Ok, continuing to watch 😍
2 hours of Andols? Yes please!
One of the most underrated drummers in metal. Hope for a speedy comeback for Andols!
Andols is a big reason why I got in to Chimaira and was very influential to me in my drumming days. Finally!
Not to divulge too much of my personal life on here but listening to what he went through is 100% exactly what I went through, around the same time. The gut issues, sleep, ADD, memory, chronic pain, doctors. I quit playing drums, guitar, and couldn't ride my motorcycle anymore. I used the Ketogenic diet to slowly get my energy back, like seriously low carb for almost a year. This cleared life long gut issues. I went from going to bed after going for a 15 minute run to running 5k and lifting 300 pds off the ground in about a year. Since my year long stint on Keto I use periods of fasting and eating once a day (it's been 5 years now). My only explanation is that it is some kind of mitochondrial dysfunction. I was told the keto diet would kill me and was highly advised not to do it and he's probably been told the same and that's a shame because it might catapult him out of it. Fasting is key for me and if your body is not using fat as a source of fuel then you need to train it, it's vital to health. This has made a massive difference in dealing with the chronic pain and brain fog long term. I wish him the best, I want to see him, you and Chimaira back at it! Cheers Andols for coming out and speaking about it because we are not alone and so many can't relate at all. We are in the dark! A very talented friend of mine also struggles with this.
Glad to hear under similar circumstances that recovery is so possible!
"document your come back".... Rob your are a legend. half way through this now and it's amazing. thanks for getting Andols(andy) on board.
Much love from Ireland
Cheers bro!👊 That would be great right?! Let's encourage him!
Andoooollllsss!!!!!
I think all the advice Rob shared with Andols was spot on. One thing I’d add, is for Andols spend at least 15-30 mins each day doing something that helps him reach his goals - workout, practice drums, etc. And do it, even if he doesn’t want too. Plus remember it’s ok make mistakes or have set backs.
Something else I’d suggest... maybe start an Andols Herrick come back group Where fans like myself can all come together and support Andols in his journey - it may even help many of us. Ex: He works out Mon, we all work out Monday. He practices music, we all practice music. If times align, maybe even do a large zoom / google meet video. Basically a support group. Lord knows I could use something like this as well.
That's a great idea!🤘
As someone who also suffers from CFS as well as chronic pain and arthritis among other issues, I really feel his pain with how it affects daily life and the whole guinea pig routine having to go through a million different doctors who just are in it for the money. I’m also someone who has always been into fitness like Andols and it’s true about how quickly your body can change and go downhill. I hope he gets some relief soon, I would love to hear more drumming from him, he’s one of the best.
Exactly how it goes. Best to Andy
you have no ideea how happy it makes me to see Andols again. The fact that he is at this point where he is ok to talk about his problems openly , is a step towards getting better. Andols i wish you all the health you need and i'm looking forward to seeing you behind the kit. \m/
I agree with that!
Germany, Sunday, 11PM. Damn it‘s late. Oh, Andols?!? 2h?! Let‘s get it on! Andols, if you read this: You are a legend in the drummer world and influenced my drumming and the thinking process about it so dang HEAVILY!!! I worried about how you’re doing so often, man! From the very bottom of my heart, I wish you the very very best. 🍀🍀🍀
Two hours! Oh Rob my sweet Prince, you spoil me ❤️😂.
In all seriousness, thanks a million for what you do bro 👏👊.
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Really touched by this video, absolutely tragic what has happened to Andols. Remember watching him in his element on the Roadrunner United DVD, hammering out the cuts with Rob Flynn. Incredible musician and great guy as well.
Andols Herrick was my favourite member of Chimera back then. I subscribed to his channel! Tell him we're waiting for progress videos!
Cool! I forgot to mention in my intro that people should comment and encourage Andols to start building his channel! We all want it! Spread the word!🤘
It's so cool to see you two talking!! I know for a FACT after all the years I've been a Chimaira Megafan, that you two always had an amazing chemistry in the studio. You can just see it in every Doc or random video!! Im 45 minutes in, going to be sad when I'm done.
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Well now this is the one we've all waited for brother 💙🤘
🤘Yessir!
So bloody awesome seeing Andols, thank you Rob
Andols is a true drum hero !
Andols, your manhood and legacy are 100% intact! If Chimaira were to do a benefit show for you no matter where in the US I will be there!!! Thank you for going completely raw for your fans. Love you brother!!!
Awww man, Andols is a boss on the drums. So sad to see him going through this kind of pain. Horrible what stress can do to the body. I hope he heals up soon.
Since i got into metallica in my early teens, there was really never another band after that, where i purchased the dvds, the records, shirts, merch and just really connected with since i heard "painting" on wsou 89.5 when i was about 21. Chimaira was top tier for me, and so was andols.
Again, to get me to be invested in a band as heavily as i was into metallica, took a shitload. You've absolutely shaped my mind further into what metal is and how aggressive it can be, but also how beautiful it can be. Thanks for that. Cheers from NYC.
We're honored!👊
I watched the entire video, and it's extremely appreciated that Andols was prepared to open up. There are many people who can not picture his daily ongoing battles, but there really are people out there who do understand. I too am in a sortof similar situation, where I kinda isolated myself hermite-wise so I didn't have to bother anyone with my issues (from a medical incident 3 years ago). This video kinda made me realize it is possible to open up, and just come clean.... That's a moment that still needs to happen ... This could actually have happened in March for me, but unfortunately covid got in the way of things, and my route to opening up got blocked. Now it's a waiting game for me ... on more than one level... Strength, perseverance, and support wished to Andols! And I spotted some positivity in his eyes when talking about the glorious nostalgic stuff. That indeed is good alternative medication when everything else fails. Positive memories, positive thoughts, positive energy!
And thank you for asking about the Roadrunner United project! I love his work with Robb Flynn on that album! Robb Flynn actually did a cool interview with Monte Conner some months ago, in which he talked about the RR project, fantastic to have watched it (once, however, because the video was pulled down recently, bugger!)
Sucks that video was pulled down! I would have liked to see it!
@@RobArnoldWorld yay, the No F'n Regrets video with Monte is back online, awesome!
Glad to see andols talk about it and hopefully he gets well soon👊
throws drumstick almost against the ceiling while playing .. catches it without watching and plays ahead ... what an epic move .. never forget .... godspeed man !
Andols is a great talent, really love his drumming! I wish him the best!
Thanks Rob for the video!
Hi Rob, this chat you had with Andols was truly awesome. I can tell by just watching this 2 hour video that his whole persona changed for the better the longer this conversation went on. Seeing Andols become so frail is hard to take in, but he started to seem more positive the longer this went on. I honestly think your time spent with Andols here has reopened his enthusiasm to truly want to come back. It's one thing laying around thinking about it but it's another thing entirely when you have real people communicating the fact that he's missed, and that people actually care!
I honestly believe that regular chats like this with Andols and yourself (or any of the other guys in Chimaira) will help him. (They don't have to be made public for all to see)
A massive thank you goes out to Andols for agreeing to do this with you. I can't imagine it was easy for him. I truly look forward to purchasing the album that you and Andols have created. I don't know too much about it, but, are these songs all instrumentals or is there a singer, if so, who?
All the best to BOTH of you!
Awesome Keith! The album is just the two of us, all instrumental. Lets hope for an Andols rebuild!🤘
Thank you Rob Jose godina jr thanks andols
Sending all my love to you Andols. Saw you drumming in the 90s in Tilburg, The Netherlands. Never saw such a great and tight drummer. You were almost like a machine behind the drumkit. Still remember that!!
Andols Herrick is the biggest reason I still play drums and take them seriously to this day. Glad to hear from you. Wish you the best, my dude.
Andols is the reason I picked up drumsticks. Pass out of existence shaped my late teenage years musically.
Andols was a nuclear power plant behind the kit. I've been listening to metal for many many years and I've still yet to here another drummer with more creative fills and soul crushing groove. And who else brings home a breakdown like him? Like a sledgehammer to the chest you can't help but move your head. Hang in there buddy. We love you🤘
Great analogy! 🤘
The drumming on Resurrection is absolutely insane. I’d love to see Andols behind the kit again. Wishing him the best!
As a drummer myself, Andols was and still is one of my favourite inspiring drummers🤟wish him the best from Russia ❤️
Really Awesome show!!! Yes Andols!!! Record yourself practicing everyday, play anything, I will watch that!!!! Its not everyday your hear your Favorite Band of All Time Is Getting Ready To Make A Come Back To Rule The World!!!!! I really like the videos seeing all of you!!! The Good. The Bad. its real life for Everyone here!!! We are all going through it Together!!! Maybe You Don't know Your Still the Top Metal Band? Really did you hear the shit out there! As a fan I want a new album and for you to come to Michigan on tour! Maybe that just how things use to be. The world is changing. You might be able to make it on TH-cam skip the record company. I would pay a normal ticket price to watch you guys play a show on youtube! I think you guys could pull off a couple Chimaira Covers, That would be Cool!!! I think if you had a guitar and he had a pair of sticks, I could have heard a song today! Will be sending Prayers, Keep Rocking No Matter What! We will be Listening!!!
This took some serious bravery to do, thanks Andols, keep doing what you need to do and know people respect everything you do and have done
Keep fighting 💪
Andols has always been one of my favorite drummers. I'm glad he came on the podcast. I'm sure it was brutal to put all this out there. I hope he does documents his return. I hope he understands we all want to see him get better. He is sorely missed in music. I also can't wait till Jim and Chris come on as well.
Yasss Andols is an icon
Fuck yeah Rob, Andols is one of my favorite drummers. Sorry to see he's still having such a rough time with his health but it was awesome to catch up with him. Thanks for making this happen man!
From my own personal experience it sounds like Crohn's disease. Andols keep fighting dude. My girlfriend has very similar issues. You're not alone. We all want you behind the kit again. Stay strong. Keep your head in the game you have thousands of fans behind you wanting you back. Never forget that man!!! You CAN do this!!!🤘🤘
Hope nothing but the best for Andols and how you over come the obstacles of health and rob your rock for reaching out to your members of chimaira ....like everyone else is writing a reunion tour is needed rock on guys
Andols is one of the most underrated metal drummers and one of the best!!!
Andols is one of THEE best drummers in modern metal. His double bass work on the disappearing sun is absolute PERFECTION along with literally every other song he's on. Excellent interview rob and much respect for being a good friend. I wish andols the absolute best and I really hope he gets back in the game! The community is missing his utterly sick drumming!!
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The infection album has the best drums on any Chimaira record.
A lot of bands have good guitarist and drummers, but there aren't too many where the guitarist and drummer can riff off each other as well you two do. Whether you were just groovin out or firing on all cylinders with agression, Rob you an Andols were and will always be a force to be fucking reckoned with. Chimaira, will always be a massive part of the soundtrack of my life. Love you guys \m/
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Rob, tell Arnold that almost a year later, we hope he's doing great or as much as he can, he have us, the whole fanbase to chat or to do whatever he needs.
Best regards from across the world buddy!.
He is such a talented and creative drummer, he has crazy timing and fills and techniques and all that but he has this sense of groove and imagination. I don't play drums but it's kind of like Cliff Burton how he had a style totally his own. Pure Hatred, or Worthless - two great examples of drumming that really catches your ear.
All the best to Andols
Andols rocks. He needs more support, and less interrogative digging even though I acknowledge you’re doing your thing out of the same love of music and mutual awe and inspiration from how the Andols handles his art.
his drumming in Chimaira was awesome, love his creativity on drums
Andols, you truly are a kind heart. No need to apologize for anything because you have given us all so much during your time behind the kit. Thank you for sharing your time with us and I send nothing but love to you and your family. Thank you for posting this also Rob. Keep up the great work.
Thanks so much for this video, Ive been a massive Chimaira fan since Pass out of existence and bands like yourselves have influenced me so much and made me want to learn to play the drums myself and I now play in a local metal band.
I too suffer with Anxiety and depression (although not to the high degree that Andols does)and have done for over 15 years and the physical and mental symptoms that Andols has described I can relate to so much. Some days are good and some days are bad but working out at the gym, playing drums and listening to metal music is my Savior and has helped me keep pushing on.
Massive thanks for Andols for being so open and talking about his struggles as too many suffer in silence and think they are the only ones going through physical and mental pain when in actual fact many others are in the same situation and people talking openly about it makes a massive difference to other sufferers.
Cant wait to see Andols behind the kit again and I know it will happen one day!
Thanks again
Thanks for sharing bro! 🤘
Andols you need these guys in your life, you need music in your life. We love you guys and truly miss your music. Thank you Rob for making this happen.
Twas my pleasure. Hopefully it has a positive impact!
Rob Arnold I am definitely cheering for him and you guys. Continue to inspire brother, thanks again.
Damn i have the same problems..I'm running around for more than five years..From doctor to doctor..Still don't have a real diagnosis..I can totally understand how Andols feels..That interview really hits me hard..Thank you for this..
Besides the legendary drumming.. one of the funniest things ever was when you guys had Andy go through his apartment on one of the DVDs I have. Like an MTV cribs episode lol.. minus the expensive crib..classic..
Haha yeah man that segment rules!
For me, you are the brain of the beast but Andols, without any doubt, is the heart. A hell of a drummer and very smart, funny guy.
And I'll never forget all the freedom fries thing 🤣🤣
Andols in my opinion is in my top 5 metal drummers of all time!
Rob, this was simply the best!!! Thank you so much for this!!! Much love for you and Andols!!! May he find the help he needs and may you two rock once more in the future!!!
So impressed he recorded to a plain click track mostly. That just shows the true brain memory power this guy has. I bet 1 in 50 drummers might be able to do that. He wanted clarity. That is next level in itself. Once I recorded to a click it made writing so much cleaner. Reference points etc..
Gotta keep this interview relevant for the Legend. Hang in there 'Dols !!!
I appreciate Andols opening up about how things have been for him. Wish him all the best on his path to healing. Stoked when he mentioned First Blood!
Another great job hosting the video chat Rob 🤘
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20 years later still my most favorite drummer to listen too
YES!!!! Andy!!!!!
Hope he’s getting all the support he needs, can’t imagine going through that alone and no one should. Anxiety is no joke and I’m surrounded by people who have it. Take care of yourself Andols, I promise you have a lot of people in your life that love you more you could ever know.
Andols and chimaira are the reason I keep playing drums! I hope you get better soon bud! Hands down you guys are the fucking best🤘🤘🤘
I can’t thank you guys enough for your work in Chimaira and indirectly helping so many people, myself included. Stay positive Andols! We believe in and support you no matter what! 💪🤘
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Andy likes Katatonia! He is such a lovable guy, hope he gets better soon!
Get well man Chimaira needs you and we need you to be back.
This is so sad man. I hope andols gets better in himself and maybe he'll drum again one day I hope so but the most important thing is his recovery. He's one of the greatest drummers to ever pick up the sticks. His drumming is quality!!! Get well soon andols
2 days ago I came back all the way to Jade to release some harsh emotions and your music still works even 15 years later from where it meant the world to me. There I saw you guys did it and like a month ago, I am really stunned. I remember hanging out with you guys before your gig in Warsaw which by the way was great while you were doing your Ressurection EU run. That gig was a total blast. Chimaira will always have a very special place in my heart. What is more, Katatonia being my most favorite band of all time since the beginning of 2000s. Makes me really feel Andols and his struggle. Katatonia is like a medicine that heals you when you shift through the dark. Love you guys for sharing your awesome music with the world and this deep and meaningful conversation. I have picked up drumming again after 15 years of not playing and I realise Andols is one of my biggest influences when it comes to drumming. Rock on guys, and all the best to both of you forever and always!
Awesome Marcin! I LOVED that Warsaw show man! Would love to come back some day!🤘
Yeah, the moshpit was the best ever. And when you played Resurrection for Vitek from Decapitated as a last song of the set, damn... it cracked me up man. This was a beautiful experience one of the best of my current lifetime! Thx, for shouting out!
Good on you Andols, I hope things get better for you dude.
I have always been jealous of the name “Andols Herrick”. It sounds awesome; just like his drumming. Chimaira fan for 18 years here. Amazing how every album is good, despite the line-up changes. Inspirational on a daily basis, man. Thank you.
Being a former metal band guitarist who toured extensively in the 2000’s, this hits home what was talked about with the anxiety and not having any interest in the instrument currently. This was a good listen, thanks guys.
Rob, when Andy was talking about his low stuff at the beginning...the look on your face was the look of a man who, should he bump into the deciding force for humanity you’d rip its fucking head off for hurting your friend. You guys may not have spoke in ages or whatnot but real friendship is like family. You so love him and that look of rage behind your eyes for his circumstances was louder than any words xxxx send my love to him
Aye bro... Yeah the whole thing in a f'n shame. I'm still always hoping for the best, but unfortunately I don't think any progress has been made on Andols end. Cheers👊
Without struggle there is no progress. Best wishes Andols. One of the coolest names ever. Lol. Andols always has this mysticism about him. He is so talented, he could play anything or any style. In the DHP doc, I remember him destroying a part in the studio, after he finishes he starts slowly punching his snare. My read into that- I’m soo good and can play anything, but Rob has programmed me to destroy! 🤘♥️👊
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He is an absolute kick ass drummer!!
Awesome bud. So glad yall got to sit down and chat.
I hope to see Andols behind the kit with Chimaira again soon. Can’t help but feel it’s 100% mental though. I hope everything comes together soon. Much love
100% on all!
I had to span the watch of the video on 2 different days between yesterday and today (struggle to find time sometimes) but it was so worth it! I think a lot of people were expecting and looking forward to this video. So great to see and hear from Andols. Thank you for your work again Rob, well appreciated. I hope he can find that spark again and get behind the kit again soon. I say it all the time but I am SO stocked for that Rob/Andols album still in the works !! ;)
Cheers Simon!
Andols!!!! Great to see you, great to hear you!!! Hope you get well, would love to see your triumphant return!!! Rob thanks for putting this out there, Andols thanks for opening up and updating! Chimaira will always be one of my favorite bands, you guys are the best
Just finished the video till the end. Loved it. Very pleased to see his face again. Wishing all the best.
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My first gig was seeing Chimaira, Spineshank and Ill Nino at Portsmouth Pyrimids, UK in 2003. Blown away and have been a fan ever since! All the best to Andols and his recovery, what a lovely dude he is!! Definitely a big influence in me becoming a drummer md now drum teacher. Sending my love from one drummer to another. 🥁🤟
Love the channel Rob, keep up the great work. 😊 x
Awesome brother! I remember that show well! Good times! 🤘
Hear this Andols, rise up my friend and destroy and dominate us!
Hey Rob, thanks for setting this up dude.
Good to see Andols again. I could see it was difficult for him to open up .
Hope hes doing better and back smashing the skins.
Solid work bro \m/
Andols is by far my fave drummer from chimaira!!! Epic beast mode drumming!! And although he wasn't the drummer when I saw chimaira, I still will never forget that show!!!
We all love you Andols. We hope you can make it back on stage some day. I guarantee it will help your health 100 %!
I'll watch an andols comeback !
So glad you had this talk with andols , he is by far one of my favorite drummers I met him at mayhem fest at San Bernardino with the rest of the band I hope he gets better and plays drums again
Aww, this was awesome, thanks so much, guys. May Andols get well and back behind the kit soon!
I loved the little extra, too :) 2:00:27 Hello, Jim!
Haha right on Jonathan!