Your voice is beautiful. Been a fan for years. I love playing your stuff for my daughter. Even at 5 years old she becomes very animated when she hears you, she has autism and music is when she loses herself and dances. It's a joy to see.
I just had to say that I love this comment! It reminds me of a song by Canadian rockers, Triumph, called "Magic Power." Not to take anything away from the music of The Darkness....In fact, I'm fairly certain that Justin would approve of this endorsement. No doubt that your story you shared with all of us is what music is all about!
no effing way you're the guy from the darkness!!!!!!! I knew you looked familiar !!!I flipping loved this band when I was a kid. you look so elegant and mature now I didn't recognize you! you're extremly talented
That was me literally yesterday... I discovered this channel months ago and was like "he looks familiar." I only learned that he's the lead singer from The Darkness because yesterday TH-cam recommended a video to me of him critiquing a cover of his own song LOL
Gotta say, as a fan of yours for nearly 20 years, I cannot emphasize enough how much I love your music! It is such a breath of fresh air in today's musical climate.
Today's musical climate is even better than 20 years ago... Just stop listening the radio. Great music is being made and there are great young artists. You just need to look for it beyond the mainstream.
Me too and he just came out of nowhere with his band in 2004 where I live. I remember getting the cd 💿 at circuit city and thinking I had found a sacred item or a start of a legendary band that would be awesome and extraordinary in the music industry.
Justin, I am a new fan! I have to say I didn't get into The Datkness at all back in the day, but these videos are amazing. Really insightful, funny and you come across as genuinely a nice guy.
Your voice is phenomenal - hearing that you failed the audition has to be the most motivational thing for any performer. Saw you with the band a couple of times and you are a rare talent.
Peter Gabriel agrees with your album idea. He named his first 59 albums Peter Gabriel. And at the same time, unrelated, Phil Collins stuck his face in a tight close up on everyone of his (popular) albums. And ironically, Genesis never put themselves on their covers.
Hi, I am so glad I found your channel. I’m a dyed in the wool rocker, 65 years old with dementia. I think that music is going to play a big part of my future, if I can keep music in my brain, other things won’t matter so much.
Permission to Land is one of the best albums of opening decade of the century, every song, the arrangements, the placement of the songs the production....its a perfect play album start to finish just like Ziggy Stardust or Abbey Road etc etc...honestly this came out right as i was graduating from high school... perfect timing, was a great soundtrack to me growing up...love it man ...glad i found this channel, keep up the great work, love it.,..
Great fun, thanks man. My abiding memory of The Darkness was a gig at Edinburgh Corn Exchange where we had a really good spot, then 30 seconds before you came on, two guys in glitter suits and ON STILTS - like 9 ft tall - came in and stood right in front of us. I've never wanted so much to set fire to someone's legs. Lol.
Best channel on here! You’re a gentleman and an intelligent, hilarious, insightful voice enhancing the most precious thing we’ve got in life - music. Cheers!
@@Krullmatic @JohnnyBuxton If it was Justin and not his producer that replied with "Cheers Andy!", that's to be applauded, as he is saying a special Thank you to those who contributed w/ little & larger monetary contributions; much like a gratuity tip after a great meal. It is an honest expression of thanks and an acknowledgement of their added effort. Now it would be difficult; JH actually conversing in detailed reply down here in comment after comment. Hence, this vlog JHRA where he takes the time to talk & share musical bits and reflections of his extraordinary career. (crikey, he's damned if he do and he's damned if he don't. If no one was acknowledged for Super Thanks, it could/would be construed as rude or ungrateful. Yet when acknowledged w/ a "Thanks mate!", is sh*t on with snark.) smdh
Hi Justin, thanks for a cracking show at the Enmore tonight. Good on you for getting the audience to put their phones away, it was so much better after that. The Southern River boys were great too.
Great questions and even better answers this week Justin. I love that you don't just open your mouth and the first thing that comes out is it. You actually sit and ponder the question for a moment and then give an honest and structured comment. You can't buy that stuff and is one of the reasons I love your channel so much. Thank you so much. Keep on rockin' 🤘🤘🤘
You're a genuine guy. Respect the humility. Excellent singer, but as you said, an acquired taste. Your range is world class. Rick Beato agrees... need I say more
The thing people forget is how you managed and produced yourselves as a band after the pubs n clubs you fought to get where you are. you went through some really rough times and as a kid as I was at the time it was hard to see but now looking at you and listening to you I’m so happy I stuck around for the ride. I’m 34 now but I will never forget seeing you guys for the first time and you were the reason I was desperate for a les Paul so thank you 👍🏻
"It's a multisensory experience." What a great way to put it. Although as a teenager and then as a young woman I had some "multisensory experiences" in crowds that I could have done without!
"the sound of an amp hitting you in the chest" is what I missed and quite literally the cells in my body missed during the pandemic years... also "queuing up and your tickets aren't going to work" is a real & true rush nowadays (admittedly, "almost" as fun as waiting in line for three hours at some department store and then getting an actual paper ticket in your hand back in the day...)
Very true. As a guitar player from a very young age, I've realized most people don't understand the power of a cranked 100w tube amp with the full 2 4x12 setup. Beyond that, having 2 or 3 on stage behind you screaming. Rock music is about the feel, and the feel that gives you is incomparable. This modern DI modeling setup will never get that feel, where you are fighting this monster behind you that's literally making you go deaf. It's dangerous, thrilling, incomparable. If that goes away, we will truly lose something intangible that makes rock what it is. In-ears, phone speakers, your car, it isn't the same as hanging over the rail in front of the stage and behind hit with that. You are experiencing it with the players, a shared energy.
Seen you last night in Adelaide Australia.... 1st concert since this whole COVID nightmare started. loved the effort you and the band put in. was a fantastic show.
Truthfully, Hawkins (you) is one to aspire being. A man who experienced all of these feats, yet always remained centered, and grounded to the most important things in life, which is doing what you love, but also remembering, that you’re not above anyone, not below, just a regular person doing what they love and connected to reality. Always appreciate the musical insights Everytime! Keep on riding the winds, Mr Hawkins!
I stumbled upon this channel a couple days ago when trying to learn “helplessly hoping” on guitar. I thought you were someone In a band or something but kind of just ignored it. Can’t believe you’re the singer from the darkness! I believe in a thing called love brings me a lot of nostalgia from me childhood. You sound like a based dude, I have subscribed.
I booked my tickets to the Canberra gig and V.I.P experience for 18th October back in May.. 2 days to go!!! How cool is it that I live in shittie Canberra and the best rock band in the world come here 😀 I'll be " dancing on a Tuesday night " I've got ping pong on Wednesday Archery on Thursday
Hey Justin! Your insights and experiences are incredibly interesting and I will never tire of hearing them. Before I discovered your channel, TH-cam was simply a resource for looking up music videos or to learn how to do something. Justin Hawkins Rides Again is the ONLY channel that I have ever followed and looked forward to the next video! I admire your intelligence and wit, your honesty, kindness and compassion, your supreme sense of humor and Boss Musicianship! This channel brings so much joy to my life (and millions of others) and I hope you are able to continue JHRA for a long time. You are one of my most favorite people ever. For real. 💛
My wife and I just saw you in Adelaide, and you're absolutely right - it couldnt be simulated. I got two of your picks, I bought the second to last hoodie and (if you remember) I pushed you back up when you almost fell during the stage dive (getting back on stage). That whole show was one of the best things I have ever experience in my life - So Thank You, Dan, Frankie and ROOooOfus! I had a smile the whole time - And im generally a sourfaced git (unintentionally).
Have you ever thought of doing a couple of albums of cover versions featuring some of your favourite songs from the past 50 years? As someone who often looks for stocking fillers at this time of year, a Darkness covers or even a Darkness Christmas album would be most welcome, especially if released on vinyl. Perhaps you could ask your youtube subscribers to vote on a shortlist for songs to make the cut.
Not a fan either but I too can listen to Justin talk all day. although I did love a tune they did called bareback with no lyrics just great raw sounding guitars
I know Justin most likely won't read this, and anyone that does probably won't care, but I'm too excited to keep this to myself: I saw The Darkness last night at Adelaide, and while I'm glad Justin was able get his life back on track, him and the band stayed just the right amount of crazy to make it possibly the most fun concert of my entire life! Most bands aren't able to rock as hard as they did when they were younger; The Darkness were a total blast! Not to brag, but I managed to catch one of Justin's picks, and I even got to help Justin when he was crowdsurfing! 10/10 concert, will definitely try to go again if given the chance. (Also, I'm aware of all the exclamation marks, but again, excitement.)
You might be surprised, he not only reads the comments here but responds to some too - I discovered if you bung him a couple of quid via the _Thanks_ here he tends to reply, not because he needs the cash but just to acknowledge and appreciate it, top man 😉
@Rebecca Johnson. As a matter of fact, they are. The Darkness is currently doing a tour of Australia and New Zealand. I figure these videos were pre-recorded, as I don't see any significant changes to the location (aside from recently moving his studio setup, of course). I mean, thinking about it, I guess it makes sense; as cool as it would be to see Justin making these videos while on the road, I imagine it would be quite a hassle to always have to set up a decent studio in all their venues. EDIT: Added specific information as to their being in Australia.
Thanks for mentioning "The Bends"... been listening to that non-stop while making a game for the past few weeks. Such a great album! Probably one of the best.
met u in vienna airport 2 years ago and u were a gentleman, saw darkness afew times with Metallica in Dublin etc and it was awesome. much love Justin to u
Hey Justin, I’ve been a fan of your music since 2005 and I’m very happy I’ve just discovered your TH-cam channel. I’ve also struggled with alcohol and I want to congratulate you on your sobriety. Thanks for doing what you do! 🖤
I'm 58 and my wife and I are VERY worried about our future, gas and food prices rising daily. We have had our savings dwindle with the cost of living into the stratosphere, we are finding it impossible to replace it. We can get by, but cant seem to get ahead. My condolences to anyone retiring in this crisis, 40years nonstop just for a crooked system to take all you worked for
If you can afford to take the risk, do everything you can to achieve financial independence as soon as possible. It is made possible through bitcoin. Thousands of people have done it.
Hey - I've been hearing about Richard for a long time now. Started during the pandemic and I've heard of how accurate his signals is.. I really do appreciate hearing your advice and feel that it is genuine
You cant simulate it completely. There is a transfer of energy that takes place at a real gig that cant be replicated in a simulation. Energy goes where the attention goes & i've felt the rush of being on stage myself & it's quite a powerful thing both for the audience but for the band as well. For the band it's an addictive substance.
Your voice is easy to love. Lol, you are a crack up! I have loved your voice and music, your mad guitar playing and everything about The Darkness since I first ever heard you! I finally saw you at Forum recently! If you heard my voice you’d know how great and likeable yours is! I love to sing though so that won’t stop me 😂❤
I love what he said about the concert experience and how you can never replace that. The whole thing from the sites to the smells to the feeling of the amplifier hitting you in the chest. And he said going around back to meet the band. It's funny because recently I actually paid for one of those VIP package things where you get to meet the band. And it was cool and everything, but I remember as a teenager, me and a couple of my friends sneaking into the back of venues trying to meet the band, this was attempted a few times and we were successful and maybe 10% of the time. If we were chicks we would have been more successful, but the times we were successful, we had such a great time and it gave you more of a story to tell later on. It was significantly more fun than paying for it, and being let in with no problem. Just something about being dumb kids who are up to no good. That was definitely a big part of the concert going experience. It's just not the same today, but it's something you just have to experience. Nothing can replace that.
I have to thank you for introducing Polyphia to me in one of your previous videos. It’s the first time in a very long time, where after hearing one song, I preordered a record by a band I just heard. It’s exciting when that happens, so thank you for that.
Can you please do a video on Frightened Rabbit? Scott Hutchison was a songwriter of his generation. Midnight organ fight is the best break up album of the last 20 years.
Live in person music will never go away. At the end of the day people enjoy getting together and having shared in person experiences. Especially when you're young and free of too many obligations.
Hey Justin.. I'm back in college after a 30 year break. I'm taking a rock history class and we have to post videos that influenced the genre of rock music to move forward. We're posting on the 70s now, but "I Believe in a Thing Called Love" will be my 2000s post. I already have my write up on The Darkness ready to post! I've learned so much about rock music from your channel that I consider you my professor's secret teaching assistant. Cheers and thanks for helping me get top grades!
My wife gave birth to our baby girl yesterday, a new Queen Song was released these days and now in hospital, watching my baby girl getting prepared for life i found a TH-cam Channel from the frontman of my second favourite band after Queen. Can it get any better?
This tells me now how i can love watching these shows, and honestly i didn't hear any of the music until recently. You don't have the ego that most singers/lead have - and i say that as a compliment.
I've got a request for a future video. I'm currently watching Betelgeuse and it just occurred to me that it would be awesome if you did one on Danny Elfman. Thanks for the great content as always❤
Live gigs win. If we had sat at home for last night's gig instead of being at The Enmore Theatre in Sydney, we would have missed that charming green haired young lady and her delightful proclamation 🤦♀️😆 Stay live! It's a pleasure watching the crowd almost as much as the show.
If we ever get to a point where any kind event with large amounts of people in one place is done virtually, without you even leaving your house, that is when we can say for sure that the conspiracies are true, and we are so under control that we are isolating ourselves to avoid any possible sedition that mass gatherings might inspire.
Thanks! I have never heard a Darkness song but have been watching your channel for several months. I really enjoy your perspectives. I will definitely look into your musical work but just wanted to say I enjoy your conversations and insights
Hey Justin, have you listened to the new Queen song that they released? It was recorded during the making of the Miracle album. Freddie sounds great on it...of course.
Love the channel Justin. Curious if you have or if not when will you have your own label to get new talent out there? Feels like you are a perfect fit already in that producer chair.🤔🤔
Justin you're always so forth coming about everything, I always find something to take with me when your show has concluded. Thank you for being you. As far as even thinking about sitting on my buttocks at home to watch a live show WTF No Finging WAY.
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Even if they do vr. You'll never get the emotional build up you would. No one is going come up with the things that just happen you can't program errors you can't control.
The reason why I love this channel is due to Justin’s wide ranging taste in music and mainly due to how normal a bloke he is . I really don’t care much for the darkness stuff either but it’s fun I get that )I also know that Justin is a brilliant guitar player and highly rated by those in the know from what I’ve seen
I met you during the 'Messy stage' probably back in about 2002 in Amsterdam Airport. To this day, the only 'celebrity' I've ever met. I was really into the darkness and was blown away to see you there, my one chance to thank you. You were horrible! Really mean, refused to talk to me until Ed forced you to! I'm empathetic enough to realise it wasn't personal, though it did hurt to be dismissed with so little thought. I really appreciate that you're honest and, seemingly, apologetic for that period!
You never know what people bring in with them when you meet them. Someone could be having the shittest day and you have an expectation. Generally, I avoid meeting idols.
I have a contrasting answer to Daniel's question. I know of several musicians (Mathew Sweet for one,) whose system is to never leave a song unfinished. Get at least 4 verses, 2 choruses, and maybe a bridge on (the proverbial) tape. It doesn't matter that songs written during this time aren't any good. The idea is a: you get to say you finished it, b: you are still exercising your musical muscles/working toward your 10,000 hours, c: you never know when that spark is going to arrive to pull you out of the dark time, d: when not working toward your next masterpiece you can be freer to take huge risks.
don't know why but I keep coming to se you talk and play that amazing ever evolving intro. I like a lot your topics and how you approach them! I used to listened to The Darkness years back and now im starting again because it makes sense hahah! keep the good videos coming!
This really is a great channel. I love that TH-cam allows people like myself to watch people like yourself ourside of their “day job” so to speak. Especially considering while I liked the songs I never really listened to The Darkness much. Though I was the guy who would do I believe in a thing called love in karaoke because I was the only one who could hit the high notes.
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Your voice is beautiful. Been a fan for years. I love playing your stuff for my daughter. Even at 5 years old she becomes very animated when she hears you, she has autism and music is when she loses herself and dances. It's a joy to see.
I just had to say that I love this comment! It reminds me of a song by Canadian rockers, Triumph, called "Magic Power." Not to take anything away from the music of The Darkness....In fact, I'm fairly certain that Justin would approve of this endorsement.
No doubt that your story you shared with all of us is what music is all about!
Beautiful story! Love it!
My 18 month old LOVES the darkness. She sings along. Think her favourite is open fire
That’s beautiful and so awesome
no effing way you're the guy from the darkness!!!!!!! I knew you looked familiar !!!I flipping loved this band when I was a kid. you look so elegant and mature now I didn't recognize you! you're extremly talented
That was me literally yesterday... I discovered this channel months ago and was like "he looks familiar." I only learned that he's the lead singer from The Darkness because yesterday TH-cam recommended a video to me of him critiquing a cover of his own song LOL
Gotta say, as a fan of yours for nearly 20 years, I cannot emphasize enough how much I love your music! It is such a breath of fresh air in today's musical climate.
Today's musical climate is even better than 20 years ago... Just stop listening the radio. Great music is being made and there are great young artists. You just need to look for it beyond the mainstream.
It's just average glam rock. Relax. Listen to some brutal death metal. There's a breath of fresh air for ya.
@@adriantrusca1245 Eh, I love glam rock personally. Not a fan of a lot of music that is considered pop.
You could have left off the last line. Ruins the first.
Me too and he just came out of nowhere with his band in 2004 where I live. I remember getting the cd 💿 at circuit city and thinking I had found a sacred item or a start of a legendary band that would be awesome and extraordinary in the music industry.
You can't replace the feeling of a gig. Like you said it's a whole experience from the moment you leave your house. Keep Music Live!!
Up until you get back in bed when you get home afterwards. Great gigs stay with you forever too. Lovely
Watched every day for 6 months. Fuck it. I’ll subscribe, you magnificent bastard
Thanks Charles!
Just saw the Darkness and Southern River Band in Adelaide tonight. Such a fun experience and amazing stage presence, Justin. Thanks for the show!
seeing them tonight in Sydney yay!
Was also there, what an amazing gig!! So much fun, high energy and we left with huge smiles on our faces. Brilliant stuff😄
I was there too!
Justin, I am a new fan! I have to say I didn't get into The Datkness at all back in the day, but these videos are amazing. Really insightful, funny and you come across as genuinely a nice guy.
Your voice is phenomenal - hearing that you failed the audition has to be the most motivational thing for any performer. Saw you with the band a couple of times and you are a rare talent.
Peter Gabriel agrees with your album idea. He named his first 59 albums Peter Gabriel. And at the same time, unrelated, Phil Collins stuck his face in a tight close up on everyone of his (popular) albums. And ironically, Genesis never put themselves on their covers.
Thanks Justin for answering my question, you've really helped!! Loving your videos😀😀😀
Hi, I am so glad I found your channel. I’m a dyed in the wool rocker, 65 years old with dementia. I think that music is going to play a big part of my future, if I can keep music in my brain, other things won’t matter so much.
I love you and your band so much Justin. I'm glad you're all happy and well and doing what you do.
So much love to you Mr. Hawkins ♡
Permission to Land is one of the best albums of opening decade of the century, every song, the arrangements, the placement of the songs the production....its a perfect play album start to finish just like Ziggy Stardust or Abbey Road etc etc...honestly this came out right as i was graduating from high school... perfect timing, was a great soundtrack to me growing up...love it man
...glad i found this channel, keep up the great work, love it.,..
J adore cet album ❤
Great fun, thanks man. My abiding memory of The Darkness was a gig at Edinburgh Corn Exchange where we had a really good spot, then 30 seconds before you came on, two guys in glitter suits and ON STILTS - like 9 ft tall - came in and stood right in front of us. I've never wanted so much to set fire to someone's legs. Lol.
Yes, still love your channel. Great entertaining commentary from a gifted musician. A special talent. Thanks for doing these videos.
Best channel on here! You’re a gentleman and an intelligent, hilarious, insightful voice enhancing the most precious thing we’ve got in life - music. Cheers!
Cheers Andy!
Didn't realise you could purchase replies!
@@Krullmatic That's categorically untrue. I've seen Justin reply to hundreds of comments without financial incentive. You're talking piss!
@@Krullmatic @JohnnyBuxton If it was Justin and not his producer that replied with "Cheers Andy!", that's to be applauded, as he is saying a special Thank you to those who contributed w/ little & larger monetary contributions; much like a gratuity tip after a great meal.
It is an honest expression of thanks and an acknowledgement of their added effort.
Now it would be difficult; JH actually conversing in detailed reply down here in comment after comment.
Hence, this vlog JHRA where he takes the time to talk & share musical bits and reflections of his extraordinary career.
(crikey, he's damned if he do and he's damned if he don't. If no one was acknowledged for Super Thanks, it could/would be construed as rude or ungrateful. Yet when acknowledged w/ a "Thanks mate!", is sh*t on with snark.) smdh
Hi Justin, thanks for a cracking show at the Enmore tonight. Good on you for getting the audience to put their phones away, it was so much better after that. The Southern River boys were great too.
I wish I had a friend like you. Intelligent, down to earth, funny and talented and not a big ego despite of being famous
Great questions and even better answers this week Justin. I love that you don't just open your mouth and the first thing that comes out is it. You actually sit and ponder the question for a moment and then give an honest and structured comment. You can't buy that stuff and is one of the reasons I love your channel so much. Thank you so much. Keep on rockin' 🤘🤘🤘
Of course I still love it! This channel just gets better and better, and it was brilliant to begin with.
You're a genuine guy. Respect the humility. Excellent singer, but as you said, an acquired taste. Your range is world class. Rick Beato agrees... need I say more
The thing people forget is how you managed and produced yourselves as a band after the pubs n clubs you fought to get where you are. you went through some really rough times and as a kid as I was at the time it was hard to see but now looking at you and listening to you I’m so happy I stuck around for the ride. I’m 34 now but I will never forget seeing you guys for the first time and you were the reason I was desperate for a les Paul so thank you 👍🏻
"It's a multisensory experience." What a great way to put it. Although as a teenager and then as a young woman I had some "multisensory experiences" in crowds that I could have done without!
That's what you get for going to a Morrissey show.
Lesbians rule! They're the best!
@@boofert.washington2499 Because making light of underage girls and young women being molested in crowds is hilarious. Great work.
Flying beers is something I can really live without
"They've literally shit themselves and it's time for them to go home" - that was funny as hell man! Cheered me up on a crappy day.
"the sound of an amp hitting you in the chest" is what I missed and quite literally the cells in my body missed during the pandemic years... also "queuing up and your tickets aren't going to work" is a real & true rush nowadays (admittedly, "almost" as fun as waiting in line for three hours at some department store and then getting an actual paper ticket in your hand back in the day...)
Cheers Robert!
Robert Johnson… awesome name you got!!
Very true. As a guitar player from a very young age, I've realized most people don't understand the power of a cranked 100w tube amp with the full 2 4x12 setup. Beyond that, having 2 or 3 on stage behind you screaming. Rock music is about the feel, and the feel that gives you is incomparable. This modern DI modeling setup will never get that feel, where you are fighting this monster behind you that's literally making you go deaf. It's dangerous, thrilling, incomparable. If that goes away, we will truly lose something intangible that makes rock what it is. In-ears, phone speakers, your car, it isn't the same as hanging over the rail in front of the stage and behind hit with that. You are experiencing it with the players, a shared energy.
I wish these comments day videos were longer. Love hearing about you and your answers to all these questions.
Seen you last night in Adelaide Australia.... 1st concert since this whole COVID nightmare started. loved the effort you and the band put in. was a fantastic show.
Seeing you this week in Brisbane Justin so playing Darkness songs on guitar this morning! Cant wait!!
Truthfully, Hawkins (you) is one to aspire being. A man who experienced all of these feats, yet always remained centered, and grounded to the most important things in life, which is doing what you love, but also remembering, that you’re not above anyone, not below, just a regular person doing what they love and connected to reality. Always appreciate the musical insights Everytime! Keep on riding the winds, Mr Hawkins!
I stumbled upon this channel a couple days ago when trying to learn “helplessly hoping” on guitar. I thought you were someone In a band or something but kind of just ignored it.
Can’t believe you’re the singer from the darkness! I believe in a thing called love brings me a lot of nostalgia from me childhood. You sound like a based dude, I have subscribed.
I booked my tickets to the Canberra gig and V.I.P experience for 18th October back in May.. 2 days to go!!!
How cool is it that I live in shittie Canberra and the best rock band in the world come here 😀
I'll be " dancing on a Tuesday night "
I've got ping pong on Wednesday
Archery on Thursday
Love it when you share stories from your life. Your comments about Top Gear was interesting :) Subscribed
Hey Justin! Your insights and experiences are incredibly interesting and I will never tire of hearing them. Before I discovered your channel, TH-cam was simply a resource for looking up music videos or to learn how to do something. Justin Hawkins Rides Again is the ONLY channel that I have ever followed and looked forward to the next video! I admire your intelligence and wit, your honesty, kindness and compassion, your supreme sense of humor and Boss Musicianship! This channel brings so much joy to my life (and millions of others) and I hope you are able to continue JHRA for a long time. You are one of my most favorite people ever. For real. 💛
I second that emotion.
We need Justin to go on Rick Beato's podcast, or vice versa. They seem like kindred souls.
@@cecilcharlesofficial , I just saw that that video is up. I’m not a Beato fan, and haven’t watched it, but since you were asking about it, it’s up.
My wife and I just saw you in Adelaide, and you're absolutely right - it couldnt be simulated. I got two of your picks, I bought the second to last hoodie and (if you remember) I pushed you back up when you almost fell during the stage dive (getting back on stage). That whole show was one of the best things I have ever experience in my life - So Thank You, Dan, Frankie and ROOooOfus! I had a smile the whole time - And im generally a sourfaced git (unintentionally).
My take from this video? I’m feeling super lucky that I’ve never been to a show where anyone near me has soiled themself! 😂😂
Literally first? You are the best Justin! Much love from Sweden ❤
Have you ever thought of doing a couple of albums of cover versions featuring some of your favourite songs from the past 50 years? As someone who often looks for stocking fillers at this time of year, a Darkness covers or even a Darkness Christmas album would be most welcome, especially if released on vinyl. Perhaps you could ask your youtube subscribers to vote on a shortlist for songs to make the cut.
Hi Justin Hawkins, I love your videos so much. Thank you for taking your time to make them. :)
Not really a fan of the darkness but they are obviously talented musicians and I could listen to Justin talking about music all day
Not a fan either but I too can listen to Justin talk all day. although I did love a tune they did called bareback with no lyrics just great raw sounding guitars
I know Justin most likely won't read this, and anyone that does probably won't care, but I'm too excited to keep this to myself:
I saw The Darkness last night at Adelaide, and while I'm glad Justin was able get his life back on track, him and the band stayed just the right amount of crazy to make it possibly the most fun concert of my entire life! Most bands aren't able to rock as hard as they did when they were younger; The Darkness were a total blast! Not to brag, but I managed to catch one of Justin's picks, and I even got to help Justin when he was crowdsurfing!
10/10 concert, will definitely try to go again if given the chance.
(Also, I'm aware of all the exclamation marks, but again, excitement.)
You might be surprised, he not only reads the comments here but responds to some too - I discovered if you bung him a couple of quid via the _Thanks_ here he tends to reply, not because he needs the cash but just to acknowledge and appreciate it, top man 😉
He does read the comments, probably not all but he does read them and responds. That's part of the reason I love his channel and his Patreon.
That’s awesome man! I’m unashamedly the same kind of fan… to many bands.
If he won't come to Germany I'll be really really sad.
@Rebecca Johnson.
As a matter of fact, they are. The Darkness is currently doing a tour of Australia and New Zealand. I figure these videos were pre-recorded, as I don't see any significant changes to the location (aside from recently moving his studio setup, of course).
I mean, thinking about it, I guess it makes sense; as cool as it would be to see Justin making these videos while on the road, I imagine it would be quite a hassle to always have to set up a decent studio in all their venues.
EDIT: Added specific information as to their being in Australia.
Justin has really grown into this jawline
Thanks for mentioning "The Bends"... been listening to that non-stop while making a game for the past few weeks. Such a great album! Probably one of the best.
the Bends Rules!
Thank you for being you Justin
I hate looking at old photographs so big respect to Justin for his candid honesty.
met u in vienna airport 2 years ago and u were a gentleman, saw darkness afew times with Metallica in Dublin etc and it was awesome. much love Justin to u
Hey Justin, I’ve been a fan of your music since 2005 and I’m very happy I’ve just discovered your TH-cam channel. I’ve also struggled with alcohol and I want to congratulate you on your sobriety. Thanks for doing what you do! 🖤
Just got home from the Enmore :-) what a brilliant night. Thank you so much for the 🎶
Got my third Darkness album and love it! Watching your videos and learning about you helps me enjoy the music even more.
Enjoy them all in order. Each one is fab.
I'm 58 and my wife and I are VERY worried about our future, gas and food prices rising daily. We have had our savings dwindle with the cost of living into the stratosphere, we are finding it impossible to replace it. We can get by, but cant seem to get ahead. My condolences to anyone retiring in this crisis, 40years nonstop just for a crooked system to take all you worked for
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I started from the bottom... now I'm here!
smashing it all 💥 €2000 to €21k 🤟
Hey - I've been hearing about Richard for a long time now. Started during the pandemic and I've heard of how accurate his signals is.. I really do appreciate hearing your advice and feel that it is genuine
Did Justin say his voice is an acquired taste? Holy hell he has some of the most distinct,powerful pipes in the biz.
Live , his voice is out of this world, great rock voice, only does the high bits sparingly I think.
Great Justin...have a nice week end..I love you and your channel, greetings from Italy
You cant simulate it completely. There is a transfer of energy that takes place at a real gig that cant be replicated in a simulation. Energy goes where the attention goes & i've felt the rush of being on stage myself & it's quite a powerful thing both for the audience but for the band as well. For the band it's an addictive substance.
Your voice is easy to love. Lol, you are a crack up! I have loved your voice and music, your mad guitar playing and everything about The Darkness since I first ever heard you!
I finally saw you at Forum recently! If you heard my voice you’d know how great and likeable yours is! I love to sing though so that won’t stop me 😂❤
I love what he said about the concert experience and how you can never replace that. The whole thing from the sites to the smells to the feeling of the amplifier hitting you in the chest. And he said going around back to meet the band. It's funny because recently I actually paid for one of those VIP package things where you get to meet the band. And it was cool and everything, but I remember as a teenager, me and a couple of my friends sneaking into the back of venues trying to meet the band, this was attempted a few times and we were successful and maybe 10% of the time. If we were chicks we would have been more successful, but the times we were successful, we had such a great time and it gave you more of a story to tell later on. It was significantly more fun than paying for it, and being let in with no problem. Just something about being dumb kids who are up to no good. That was definitely a big part of the concert going experience. It's just not the same today, but it's something you just have to experience. Nothing can replace that.
I have to thank you for introducing Polyphia to me in one of your previous videos. It’s the first time in a very long time, where after hearing one song, I preordered a record by a band I just heard. It’s exciting when that happens, so thank you for that.
Pretty good shit huh. 🤳
In case you missed it they have just released another single, Ego Death, magnificent...
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They are good. I think Justin just was not getting it, but nice you got introduced.
@@Man_Ray78 Or he did “get it” and didn’t like it regardless. You can just not like something without being accused of “not getting it”.
Yes, thank you from me too! So talented ❤️
Saw you last night in Adelaide, killer show. Glad we went, first concert in a couple years. Saw you guys first time at the BDO 15+ years ago!!
Can you please do a video on Frightened Rabbit? Scott Hutchison was a songwriter of his generation. Midnight organ fight is the best break up album of the last 20 years.
I like this "Wish I was sober" version
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Can you recommend more?
Second this, would love to see Justin’s take on the album, one of the best.
Live in person music will never go away. At the end of the day people enjoy getting together and having shared in person experiences. Especially when you're young and free of too many obligations.
Hey Justin.. I'm back in college after a 30 year break. I'm taking a rock history class and we have to post videos that influenced the genre of rock music to move forward. We're posting on the 70s now, but "I Believe in a Thing Called Love" will be my 2000s post. I already have my write up on The Darkness ready to post! I've learned so much about rock music from your channel that I consider you my professor's secret teaching assistant. Cheers and thanks for helping me get top grades!
Greetings from Argentina Justin, I love your channel.
I love ya more and more Justin. Your honesty and vulnerability are inspiring.
My wife gave birth to our baby girl yesterday, a new Queen Song was released these days and now in hospital, watching my baby girl getting prepared for life i found a TH-cam Channel from the frontman of my second favourite band after Queen. Can it get any better?
Congratulations! 👣💕
Love Love Love Love...Love this video!!!🙏❤️
This tells me now how i can love watching these shows, and honestly i didn't hear any of the music until recently. You don't have the ego that most singers/lead have - and i say that as a compliment.
On the "future of music" thing - live music isn't going anywhere. That's the one thing the computers can't give us
I've got a request for a future video. I'm currently watching Betelgeuse and it just occurred to me that it would be awesome if you did one on Danny Elfman. Thanks for the great content as always❤
Live gigs win. If we had sat at home for last night's gig instead of being at The Enmore Theatre in Sydney, we would have missed that charming green haired young lady and her delightful proclamation 🤦♀️😆 Stay live! It's a pleasure watching the crowd almost as much as the show.
If we ever get to a point where any kind event with large amounts of people in one place is done virtually, without you even leaving your house, that is when we can say for sure that the conspiracies are true, and we are so under control that we are isolating ourselves to avoid any possible sedition that mass gatherings might inspire.
Thanks! I have never heard a Darkness song but have been watching your channel for several months. I really enjoy your perspectives. I will definitely look into your musical work but just wanted to say I enjoy your conversations and insights
Thanks Lennie!
Hey Justin, have you listened to the new Queen song that they released? It was recorded during the making of the Miracle album. Freddie sounds great on it...of course.
Seeing the Darkness tomorrow (Brisbane 19th Oct), f' yeah.
I audibly cheered when your guitar FINALLY found itself a guitar stand.
Love the channel Justin. Curious if you have or if not when will you have your own label to get new talent out there? Feels like you are a perfect fit already in that producer chair.🤔🤔
Love your channel, watch every day!🙂
Justin, you and this vlog are like an exact combination of herbs and spices... ;) thanx again for more great vibes and candid replies... cheers
Justin you're always so forth coming about everything, I always find something to take with me when your show has concluded. Thank you for being you. As far as even thinking about sitting on my buttocks at home to watch a live show WTF No Finging WAY.
The advice about melody over riff is golden!
I've smashed 10gb of data watching all these videos back 2 back, brilliant stuff, love it.
Mint mobile has unlimited data for better prices than I’ve seen on other carriers. I sometimes use a terabyte in less than a month (or did before I moved and got internet).
Interesting on the album title discussion. Is this why weezer have a bunch of self titled albums (but different colours?)
Even if they do vr. You'll never get the emotional build up you would. No one is going come up with the things that just happen you can't program errors you can't control.
Justin, huge fan! I'm really looking forward to seeing you guys in Glasgow with Black Stone Cherry!
The reason why I love this channel is due to Justin’s wide ranging taste in music and mainly due to how normal a bloke he is . I really don’t care much for the darkness stuff either but it’s fun I get that )I also know that Justin is a brilliant guitar player and highly rated by those in the know from what I’ve seen
Yes I do ❤ I love it!!! I’m a new subscriber so looking forward to catching up 🥰
I met you during the 'Messy stage' probably back in about 2002 in Amsterdam Airport. To this day, the only 'celebrity' I've ever met. I was really into the darkness and was blown away to see you there, my one chance to thank you. You were horrible! Really mean, refused to talk to me until Ed forced you to!
I'm empathetic enough to realise it wasn't personal, though it did hurt to be dismissed with so little thought. I really appreciate that you're honest and, seemingly, apologetic for that period!
You never know what people bring in with them when you meet them. Someone could be having the shittest day and you have an expectation. Generally, I avoid meeting idols.
@@DeathsHeadNihilism All true. I was young and naïve; Justin was the first 'Idol' I met, so also my lesson not to approach!
I love Justin’s honesty, about everything. ❤
Great shit Justin. Keep it up!
What a wonderful description of the creative process as a diary entry.Not too precious,true.That is art.
Thanks for doing you Justin!
Think about writing another Xmas song,you could,reflecting these times,cheers Mr Hawkins 👍
Looking forward to seeing you in Sydney tonight!
I have a contrasting answer to Daniel's question. I know of several musicians (Mathew Sweet for one,) whose system is to never leave a song unfinished. Get at least 4 verses, 2 choruses, and maybe a bridge on (the proverbial) tape. It doesn't matter that songs written during this time aren't any good. The idea is a: you get to say you finished it, b: you are still exercising your musical muscles/working toward your 10,000 hours, c: you never know when that spark is going to arrive to pull you out of the dark time, d: when not working toward your next masterpiece you can be freer to take huge risks.
Justin - Is that a TH-cam award on that shelf?! Keep up the great work.
I could listen to this all day.
don't know why but I keep coming to se you talk and play that amazing ever evolving intro. I like a lot your topics and how you approach them! I used to listened to The Darkness years back and now im starting again because it makes sense hahah! keep the good videos coming!
This really is a great channel. I love that TH-cam allows people like myself to watch people like yourself ourside of their “day job” so to speak. Especially considering while I liked the songs I never really listened to The Darkness much.
Though I was the guy who would do I believe in a thing called love in karaoke because I was the only one who could hit the high notes.
Hi Justin, just wanted to say that I've just found your channel and have loved the band since i saw you at festival too kings Lynn a few years back.
@@modoZaffa no, festival too is a seperate event
lol for the guitar intro. Heartwarming to know that people with brains are involved in the mainstream music industry.
Great video as always
Love ya man. Super fan.
I am back, your extrinsic rival! I see you are delivering some thoughtful insights...clever of you Mr. Hawkins...very clever