RED FANG return with their highly anticipated new album, Arrows! Their first album in five years, everyone's favorite beer-crushing, zombie-killing, air-guitar-contest-judging metal heroes are back in action, doing what they do best- AND MORE.
“This record feels more like Murder The Mountains to me than any record we’ve done before or since,” bassist/vocalist Aaron Beam ventures. “It doesn’t sound like that record, but Murder the Mountains was us doing whatever the fuck we wanted, and that’s what this is, too.”
Arrows was recorded at Halfling Studios in the band’s hometown of Portland, OR, with longtime collaborator Chris Funk, producer of Murder The Mountains and 2013’s Whales and Leeches. “Chris is a major influencer as far as the weird ambient stuff in between the songs and the creepy incidental noises within the songs,“ guitarist Bryan Giles points out. “I think he definitely creates an added layer of atmosphere that we wouldn’t have otherwise.”
Arrows is also a proper title track, which is new territory for the band. “This is the first time we’ve named an album after a song that’s actually on the album,” Beam explains. “We have other albums that are named after songs of ours that are not on those albums. So this time we’re really fucking with you because we didn’t fuck with you.”
Similarly, fans might not believe what the song “Arrows” is partially about. “If you’re confused by some of the lyrics to the song, that makes sense,” Beam explains. “But it makes reference to meditation. I started meditating six years ago, but I can only do it when I’m not feeling too anxious. So, when I don’t need it, that’s when I can do it.”
Elsewhere, “Fonzi Scheme” was named after legendary Happy Days cool guy Arthur Fonzarelli-if only because it’s in the key of his famous catchphrase, “Aaay.” Producer Chris Funk came up with the idea of bringing in string players from the Portland Cello Project to class up the track.
Meanwhile, the opening riff of closer “Funeral Coach” was written 11 years ago. But it took until recently for the song to blossom into its full double-entendre glory. “I was driving around and I saw a hearse that said ‘funeral coach services’ on the back,” Beam explains. “So the first thing that popped into my head was a dude with a headset and a clipboard going, ‘Alright, dudes-more tears! Five minutes in is when the tears are critical, or no one’s gonna believe that anyone cares that this person died.’”
In a nod to tradition, Arrows will be available in formats that include all the drums, bass, guitars and vocals. But it could’ve gone another way. “Our original idea was to release the album with no vocals or guitar solos,” Beam explains. “If you want the guitar solos, it’s an extra five bucks. If you want the vocals, it’s an extra ten bucks. So basically people should feel lucky that we didn’t do that. You get to buy the whole thing altogether.”
Highly anticipated indeed, after it was supposed to drop this time last year, then again in December, and then no news until now, had to dig through the band's instagram to make sure I hadn't imagined this album
After a quick search, it seems that a well-made Katana (as opposed to a cheap mass-production one that would get wrecked by serious use) would in fact be as much or more than the $5000 in the video for Wires. Good Katanas are not cheap.
@Dizzy Gear I think you can easily take the sludginess tone and consider it quite heavy. This is heavy, Mastodon is heavy, Devil Driver is heavy. It's all in how you interpret it.
Check out Twelve Foot Ninja. They are an Australian Djent metal band and their videos are gold. They sound like a cross between Korn and Mr. Bungle or really anything with Mike Patton. th-cam.com/video/r-v9Aeb7Pr0/w-d-xo.html
Exactly what I was thinking! Right - We don't want the baby turtles getting their necks caught in our six pack holders. I still cut them before throwing them in the garbage.
I love how no one complains when they realize their entire budget has been unilaterally spent on a sword. That's broship right there. Great band. Great vid! Definitely NOT an idiot.
Y'alls videos always get me. They all remind me of the beginnings of youtube videos from smosh to the darker stuff. Just guys doing cool shit and getting hurt in the dumbest ways.
@@TransistorLSD was kinda wondering the same. Don't know why Glenn likes it. The video is funny n stuff, but the sound is cliche-like undefined like most other bands in stoner rock imo.
These guys have easily become my favorite band over the past 10 years. Beyond hilarious music videos, met them at a beer fest in Atlanta and they were all super cool dudes. And their music kicks fucking ass!!!
Gotta love when the premise is supposed to be ironic but actually totally works, that was entertaining as hell. Their video for prehistoric dog is still the greatest video ever made, but this was pretty kick ass. Oh and the song is really good too.
Kawt dayum when that fuzz started at the intro, it gave me chills. Listening to this at work at my desk. I was fighting the urge to jump on muh desk and kick over my own computer screens!
RED FANG return with their highly anticipated new album, Arrows! Their first album in five years, everyone's favorite beer-crushing, zombie-killing, air-guitar-contest-judging metal heroes are back in action, doing what they do best- AND MORE.
“This record feels more like Murder The Mountains to me than any record we’ve done before or since,” bassist/vocalist Aaron Beam ventures. “It doesn’t sound like that record, but Murder the Mountains was us doing whatever the fuck we wanted, and that’s what this is, too.”
Arrows was recorded at Halfling Studios in the band’s hometown of Portland, OR, with longtime collaborator Chris Funk, producer of Murder The Mountains and 2013’s Whales and Leeches. “Chris is a major influencer as far as the weird ambient stuff in between the songs and the creepy incidental noises within the songs,“ guitarist Bryan Giles points out. “I think he definitely creates an added layer of atmosphere that we wouldn’t have otherwise.”
Arrows is also a proper title track, which is new territory for the band. “This is the first time we’ve named an album after a song that’s actually on the album,” Beam explains. “We have other albums that are named after songs of ours that are not on those albums. So this time we’re really fucking with you because we didn’t fuck with you.”
Similarly, fans might not believe what the song “Arrows” is partially about. “If you’re confused by some of the lyrics to the song, that makes sense,” Beam explains. “But it makes reference to meditation. I started meditating six years ago, but I can only do it when I’m not feeling too anxious. So, when I don’t need it, that’s when I can do it.”
Elsewhere, “Fonzi Scheme” was named after legendary Happy Days cool guy Arthur Fonzarelli-if only because it’s in the key of his famous catchphrase, “Aaay.” Producer Chris Funk came up with the idea of bringing in string players from the Portland Cello Project to class up the track.
Meanwhile, the opening riff of closer “Funeral Coach” was written 11 years ago. But it took until recently for the song to blossom into its full double-entendre glory. “I was driving around and I saw a hearse that said ‘funeral coach services’ on the back,” Beam explains. “So the first thing that popped into my head was a dude with a headset and a clipboard going, ‘Alright, dudes-more tears! Five minutes in is when the tears are critical, or no one’s gonna believe that anyone cares that this person died.’”
In a nod to tradition, Arrows will be available in formats that include all the drums, bass, guitars and vocals. But it could’ve gone another way. “Our original idea was to release the album with no vocals or guitar solos,” Beam explains. “If you want the guitar solos, it’s an extra five bucks. If you want the vocals, it’s an extra ten bucks. So basically people should feel lucky that we didn’t do that. You get to buy the whole thing altogether.”
Highly anticipated indeed, after it was supposed to drop this time last year, then again in December, and then no news until now, had to dig through the band's instagram to make sure I hadn't imagined this album
fjhgdask yeah!......now sporting a semi
Excellent music, although I refuse to order the "sword of chaos" that is being advertised in the video. Is there a NERF version instead? Uhhhh...
Nice sword Gandalf
June 4th can't come fast enough.
It’s like they should have their own metal TV show on adult swim
My god, an entire Red Fang TV show directed by Whitey would be incredible.
That would be bad fuckin ass
damn that would actually be amazing
srsly
Shut up and take my money!
'And that's why their videos are idiots!'
Almost spat out my beer! 😂
I did in fact spit out my beer. A spit take, literally. Choked a bit too
I peed a little
I’ve shown people this video because of that line alone😂
Record label: How much budget do you need this time?
Red Fang: We want a Katana!
Record label: done! 👍
After a quick search, it seems that a well-made Katana (as opposed to a cheap mass-production one that would get wrecked by serious use) would in fact be as much or more than the $5000 in the video for Wires. Good Katanas are not cheap.
@@drpibisback7680 Note that regardless of how well it was made, if your technique isn't good, you can still destroy any katana
Red Fang has set the gold standard for "heavy songs with hilarious music videos" It's like between them and Mastodon.
I'll never forget the first time I saw the video for "Prehistoric Dogs". Where did the time go?
And iron reagan/municipal waste?
@Dizzy Gear I think you can easily take the sludginess tone and consider it quite heavy. This is heavy, Mastodon is heavy, Devil Driver is heavy. It's all in how you interpret it.
Check out Twelve Foot Ninja. They are an Australian Djent metal band and their videos are gold. They sound like a cross between Korn and Mr. Bungle or really anything with Mike Patton. th-cam.com/video/r-v9Aeb7Pr0/w-d-xo.html
@@davidfredrickson3410 Yep. Definitely a sludge metal sound which I happen to really like.
bass tone is insane
so good. it makes my chest rattle in a beautiful way
Hermoso
First thing I thought too.
I concur
always but you already knew that
Did anyone else catch when David was cutting the six pack plastic in the kitchen. I can’t stop laughing. Save the turtles!!!
It's good seeing them act responsibly
i caught it. me and my friends all do this as well.
Exactly what I was thinking! Right - We don't want the baby turtles getting their necks caught in our six pack holders. I still cut them before throwing them in the garbage.
No one does music videos better than Red Fang
Rammstein is pretty good...high productions.
Whitey McConaughey always makes the best videos.
...have you seen ninja sex party?
OK Go have some pretty high quality production on theirs
it's pretty much every day here lol
the only thing that matters is right here
discerning taste indeed!
@@laurelstearns1160 Surprised, but not dissapointed lol
yep
Boom. You said it 🙏🏼
Imagine if Red Fang opened for Portugal...That would be a show I couldnt miss!
Knowing we have a new Red Fang album due out has made this year so much better, awesome song as per usual
Awesome song as per usual 2 hehe
So is meshuggah. Life is almost worth living. reminds me of 2016 when they both dropped albums and made a shit year tolerable
This makes me beyond happy, the "Wires" Flashbacks are strong with this one haha
Have they done this before?
I have to admit, that "split the check" bit was ingenious. I knew it was coming, but the "execution" (eh? eh?) was hilarious.
Katana privel-edges!
@@ZX-ou5op Got to be careful if you tell the guys to "cut the shit" when they're off doing they're shenanigans.
Always the best video clips. ALWAYS!
These Red Fang videos keep getting better and better
Red Fang being Red Fang for 4 minutes straight, that's what I needed today! Can't wait to hear the rest of the album.
What's your new song "Arrows" about? Red Fang - "Swords."
They used their 2020 to study the blade.
"Should we split the check?" BAMM. I love it. Red Fang know how to deliver
Back to the old days - I love it! Well done!
Everyone is rightfully praising the clip but what about the actual song? Because it's bloody stomping! This is my 2021 anthem.
Finally a new Relapse release where the drums don’t sound way over produced like they’re hitting a plastic bucket
I very glad and honor that Czech symphonic composer (Dvorak - Vltava) and his master piece was used and known for you :)
I love how no one complains when they realize their entire budget has been unilaterally spent on a sword. That's broship right there. Great band. Great vid! Definitely NOT an idiot.
so good. just so good.
Hell yes. This absolutely made my Monday.
Red Fang are the Mythbusters of metal.
Finally! Back with an old-fashioned video and song! 🤘⚔🤘
Just saw these guys live on Friday in Boulder! Great show, they friggin rocked!
It's like watching wholesome Jackass while jammin' some Melvins. Bass makes me feel all warm and fuzzy.
Warm and “fuzzy”...
I see you
Like King Buzzo's hair
I always forget how epic you guys are.
Than watch a video again, and reminds you of the amazingness of it all.
Keep on Bruvas
Fuck yes! The boys are back. Sick song, cant wait for the album.
@DecrepitOrigin888 try murder the mountains
J'adore la Moldau en intro ! Trop fort ! Well done !
BEST video ever... I wish there would be an UNCUT version...
Alright, get out.
3:00 The hidden fortress. My brothers & I used to stay up late & watch that one on weekends
I knew I saw that before! Thanks for the reminder!
The king's of dad metal are back.
Just metal. Don't put that whole "dad" moniker as if people from your generation can't enjoy this. They're a good band period.
These dudes are way better than to be labled as a "Dad metal" band.
JUST DISCOVERED! Imagen what i feel right now!!
"Odd Couple" reference at 3:13. Damn, Red Fang, that's a deep (katana) cut.
This just became my favorite band.
"have we done this before?"
Yes my dude, Exactly 10 years ago🤘
Red fang makes the best videos hands down
This easily just became one of my favorite music videos of all time.
nice to see that they still have their old dojo.
"while you were getting high, I studied the blade."
RED FANG RULES!!!!!!!!!
Ah, my favourte bunch of daddies doing boyish stuff is back!
This album will be on repeat this summer as I cruise down the road in my 79 boogie van. Needed this album. Thanks boys.
This tune is HUGE
Y'alls videos always get me. They all remind me of the beginnings of youtube videos from smosh to the darker stuff. Just guys doing cool shit and getting hurt in the dumbest ways.
Fucking amazing! Great job, guys!
Hey Glenn, isn't it kind of smashed with distortion? Im not enjoying the sound much, but the song is great
@@TransistorLSD was kinda wondering the same. Don't know why Glenn likes it. The video is funny n stuff, but the sound is cliche-like undefined like most other bands in stoner rock imo.
idk why but i read all coments with that pitched voice Glenn using in his videos
@@BlackDarkPeace LOL
@@BlackDarkPeace we all do
Video of the year. This is awesome!!!!
:"How much fuzz do you want?"
:"Yes."
ALL FUZZ
bro as soon as I heard the fuzz I cranked everything way up!
At guitar center:
"Is it possible to chain 16 Fuzz pedals?"
"Why would you want to know that?"
To be fair, there's less fuzz after 1:45
They even "fuzz" the drums on this one ahahah
Best neighbors ever.👍🇨🇦
This is what the world needed, now i can take on 2021 and 2022
self referencing, swords, sludge riffs. thank god for red fang's music. cheers from brasil
"These guys look like my plug."
"Which one?"
"Yes."
Thank u 4 the killer show you gave in Toronto Last night. Love your bass patters. You rocked. The drums were incredable.
Keep up the good work lads!
These guys have consistently put out some of the best music, and videos of the past thirteen years.
Great band. Reminds me of Clutch and Melvins for all the good reasons.
Fabulous as expected. I lost it at the Odd Couple bit
"Mom those old dudes are out destroying stuff again. They stole our watermelon"
haha xD
Seriously like they have the BEST MUSIC VIDEOS EVER!!!! NO ONE ELSE PUTS OUT VIDEOS LIKE THESE.
1:30 massive party fowl !!!
I see Red Fang video, I upvote. I've seen these guys twice now, can't wait to see em again!
Coyle never gets a break.
These riffs and melodies? Peak.
2:12
They need to release that book as part of their merchandise
Damn, this is kickass, those buzzing guitars and that bass!!
One of those songs you like immediately...
Fuckin awesome, hope to see you guys soon back in Mexico, I had a blast that night 🌯🌯
Red Fang is back! I love that their videos are them just fucking around
Glad to see the flag helmet is still going strong after 10 beer soaked years.
And when the world needed them most, Red Fang returned
Thought this was going to be a lame and tired schtick.
Nope.
The video kicks ass!
Bloody hell I love you guys! Miss you here in Oz, Miss you there in Portland too! I'll keep playing the tunes on my show, forever!
2:22 So many times I wished to slice my alarm clock with a katana
Congratulations!! Your riff WILL KEEEEL!
I started to cry when they destroyed the vinyl...
Same here with the bear and the bong
Red fang you guys are absoulte legends, as I sit here beer after beer, I think to myself as a parent this is life lmfao
Spanish Love Songs now gonna make a depressive song about not having the best katana music video
These guys have easily become my favorite band over the past 10 years. Beyond hilarious music videos, met them at a beer fest in Atlanta and they were all super cool dudes. And their music kicks fucking ass!!!
Here in Germany there is a saying that men live to be 7 years old then they only grow xD ... damn i need a Katana :D
Always a pleasure
Nerds be like:
Saying "katana sword" is like saying "cafe' coffee"
or "chai tea"
Felt like a subtle Samurai Cop nod to me.
You are all fairly proficient with that thing 💯💯💯
Y'all are the coolest dudes ever
Red Fang have their personal planet on YT 😁
Yes, more please!
This main riff is unbelievable I can't get it out of my head. so good.
Glad to see the Evel Knievel helmet making another appearance. Can't wait to hear the whole record!
I love Red Fang. I've had friendships that were formed solely on a mutual love for this band.
That tone is so CHONK I love it 😍
Gotta love when the premise is supposed to be ironic but actually totally works, that was entertaining as hell. Their video for prehistoric dog is still the greatest video ever made, but this was pretty kick ass. Oh and the song is really good too.
OK these guys are brilliant
Thank you once again for setting things right in the world.
Red Fang has some of the best music vids I've seen, ever. Looking forward to the next time they're touring again.
This is beyond and above art. This is visual poetry!
This song keeps getting stuck in my head, and I'm definitely not mad about it...
Kawt dayum when that fuzz started at the intro, it gave me chills. Listening to this at work at my desk. I was fighting the urge to jump on muh desk and kick over my own computer screens!
Friggin AWESOME!! You Ruckers FOCK!!!
Those crazy old dudes know how to rock!