Architects' Sam Carter on their Royal Albert Hall livestream, working with Biffy Clyro & "BLEGH!"

[@novaasher1185]

"People ignore the heartfelt lyrics and they just want the fcking noise." Aww Sam.

[@Be3b4theyrenot]

Yeah but blegh 😅😂

[@musicalstan_6612]

@@Be3b4theyrenot stop

[@Heavymetalspirit710]

im here for the lyrics

[@toyotaecw]

But now I want a spoken word track of just Sam going blegh.

[@hypershadow015]

Honestly I'm here for both

[@murielleburr]

The guy everybody wants to be friend with ❤ wise, funny, talented and down to earth

[@maximiliant79401]

Thx to the interviewer for this fantastic interview and not interrupting Sam and just having a nice flow in the conversation. Really well done

[@joaovitorgalindo2685]

people forget how important charisma is for a front man in a band... and this guy's got tons of it.

[@malcolmk2878]

Listening to this, I now totally understand why Sam wants to distance himself from the Bleghs. He's right. It gives an idea of "Who cares about the heartfelt lyrics, we just want the bleghs". It does come across as that. Song can be an incredible banger, with extremely pertinent and poignant lyrics and people will go "What, no bleghs?". It annoys me too. But I still did enjoy the occasional, well-placed "blegh".

[@jimjob1056]

I never got why people care about the bleghs so much, like they're cool and fun to hear and do, but they're the same as an oh or Aaaa. If people are getting so distracted from architect's beatiful lyrics by the noises then they're idiots

[@spencerandrews6676]

I get what you mean, but if he was to play a set on the moon, I would want to hear a what we call in the space music industry a “moon blegh”

[@malcolmk2878]

@@jimjob1056 100% with you. And I think that's what he's getting at. I'm glad they addressed it, even if he did reply half-heartedly, it helps to get that insight. And it made a lot of sense to me.

[@jimjob1056]

@@malcolmk2878 ye, honestly it's more of a live thing anyways, sounds pretty meh in studio in comparison. Also it's cooler when stuff like Blegh isn't written into the song. I think that's what he may be doing, can't tell until we see a significant amount of live performances of thr new songs and watch out for any though

[@omramoryth]

@@jimjob1056 Because they sound amazing in the context of the song. That's why.

[@mstringer90]

sam is such nice guy, he's so humble.

[@ClintRog00]

I want an Architects acoustic album so bad! I absolutely love their music 😍

[@anthonymonterosso7472]

Their Memento Mori and Wasted Hymn were so beautiful!

[@RiverBelow93]

If there's going to be an acoustic album, they have to do Hollow Crown, Heartburn, An Open Letter to Myself, Doomsday, Momento Mori

[@beriorroch2617]

He has such a beautiful mindset, so down to earth and definitely the kind of person you'd want to cherish

[@lils8289]

Sam is such a lovely bloke - so glad to see Architects seeing such success

[@tnsmmu3269]

He is such a chill dude.

[@CoronaryArteryDisease.]

Hey Sam, just wanted to say that I appreciate all of your music. I feel I live a very oppressive and difficult life. Your music reminds me to have tenacity in fighting for my life. Thank you.

[@BadAndNaked]

Sam Carter you are the absolute best

[@TheMetalTris]

BLEGH! This was a fantastic and incredibly insightful interview. It's made the wait for the record that much harder but I can't wait to really dig into some of the themes. Well done Jen! And well done NME for having her host the chat!

[@savinakelly]

Sam Carter : best person of the world😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@osarumenerhunmwunsee]

No he is not. You know his private life?

[@grandeosity4276]

@@osarumenerhunmwunsee what are you on about?

[@hammybammyy]

I mean, there are brilliant musicians out there.... brilliant, talented songwriters, activists, kind, honest, emotional and handsome people; people that stand up for the shit that is happening in the world but then there is Sam Carter: everything desirable united in one body, I mean the whole band combines honesty, aggression, anger and sorrow so damn well addressing so many serious topics (that every single one of us should think about, cause change starts on a personal level); and all of this is carried by Sam's incredible voice gosh, I'm over the moon with this Band, for 6 years now maybe I can give Sam a hug one day...... and make him a sandwich

[@bjornoldskoolfitness]

A vegan that realises that forcing your views on people and condemning them for their actions isn't the best way to effect change. Great perspective.

[@Jakob_W3Ch4rg3_]

8:16 It was at this moment that everyone suddenly remembers that Adam is the only one in the band who isn't British.

[@lucasmedeiros.]

He is such a gentle person

[@PaolaWestower]

"If everybody in the world just didn't eat meat for two or three days a week it would make such a massive difference". It fascinates me the fact that there's a sense of coherence between what this band say and what they actually do. I love how they're not just spreading a message but also making themselves part of the change and encouraging others to do it.

[@callummason6589]

Meat is a staple of the teutonic peoples diets and the diet of his ancestors, in a northern climate we need it to survive and it allows us to have enough protein to be strong enough to fight against those who would oppress us, this doesn't mean we can't treat our animal friends kindley and be thankful for their sacrifice that allows our survival.

[@Richwiking318]

@@callummason6589 🙏🙏🙏👌

[@PaolaWestower]

@@callummason6589 whenever people put the word 'survival' into this topic seems to me as if they were using it as an excuse to justify their own denial to quit it. You see, if we shall live or perish in this planet it's not up to an animal based diet. This is a proven fact nowadays. But I understand you might have a sense of respect for your ancesters traditions and this is your own decision to make.

[@drkstrnd]

@@callummason6589 wtf is this bullshit? As if you couldn't leave out meat a few days a week?

[@FabianHorn]

I love to see him smile and laugh so much. The last three concerts i saw, he seemed unhappy or even pissed.

[@SONICHeartofRoxas]

Well their music is unhappy and angry most of the time so he’s got to bring that energy to the songs

[@battmarn]

He’s been pretty outspoken about suffering with depression and anxiety recently so he might have been feeling low. I hope he can work through it and get better because I love and cherish this band and their music so much

[@kinoko_senpai]

This was such a good interview. It's ridiculous how nice and humble Sam is as a person. What a beautiful soul. I specially loved the point he made about not promoting new content beforehand. Cause literally that's what i felt with Black Lungs. The song just dropped out of the sky and i woke up one day and it was on my feed, and that distinct feeling is so precious, specially comming from a band that is so talented and dear to my heart that they almost cant do no wrong at this point, and i know deeply that everything they release is gonna be amazing. And well, as expected, it fucking was :) keep doing your thing, Sam and Architects. You're all very amazing people

[@antonmakovetskyi8350]

Really glad to check out this interview and understand what they have been up to over the past 2 years better. Thanks! :)

[@PaulieboyisGreenday]

I was already excited for the new album, but after hearing about the collaborations, this may be the pinnacle of anticipation.

[@dimensional9536]

I've met this man and quite a delight he is!

[@TheVQed]

Thanks for the share Sam and NME. your guys rocks hard

[@everett880]

Sam Carter...what a man!

[@LunaBianca1805]

Oh Sam, you definitely seem like a genuine and nice guy to talk to :) I'm sure that - just like with everyday life - critics are always screaming the loudest while the majority just enjoys silently. Which maybe should be a lesson to all of us: Let's be louder and more outspoken than the critics that only want the "Blegh" and disregard the depth of your guys' lyrics. I personally have always been into artists/bands BECAUSE of their lyrics, not despite of them and from the get - going have enjoyed YOUR lyrics and your vocals (the clean ones just as much [or even more than] as the angry, despairing, heartfelt and harsh ones). I always be here for those and can damn well do without those "Bleghs" if you don't feel like adding them into the mix. So, sending a big virtual hug to you and everyone else in the UK from my snuggly small little hometown in Germany. Stay sane, happy, safe and sound everyone 😘

[@tnsmmu3269]

I really hope I could see them live one day.

[@TheVQed]

I have so many values that I share with Sam's phylosophy and way of looking at live in general. And he's pretty constant on his ideals too. I gonna have to shake his hand before the Big Sleep.

[@NadineBarcosTrimaglio]

live music is therapy ❤️

[@willhelmudit366]

Brilliant band

[@TheVQed]

Im all for the heartfelt lyrics Sam. Go to The Light.

[@ninaisokay0812]

First of all beautiful nails! (and oddly they are the same colors as on the interviewer hahah) Second, god I wish I was friends with Sam. Everyone deserves Sam in their life 😢

[@martagalicka7763]

Hansome (beautiful smile), funny and talented guy, big heart for him 😍😃

[@TheNOBODY2810]

This mans soul is pure

[@barbodbehnian5126]

This buddy is among my top 3 vocalists of the metal scene.... Humble....Hyper Cool And Super Talented..... Whether There's any Blegh... Or not.... I Can Feel That The New Album gonna Be Among Top 3 Aoty.... For Everyone.... It's the Third time after polaris The Death Of Me That I'm that much Hyped... It will Deliver.. Undoubtedly..

[@iancallender2432]

Absolutely love Sam, great dude. Also - appreciate that Moog Matriarch* (edited, mixed up that and the Grandmother) in the back there Jen, real nice synth!

[@aestheticherry]

He's so humble.

[@meshukorina]

I love his coloured nails

[@unicornspinach4071]

Wow.. welcome back with the greatest album ever 😍👏👌#myvocalcrush

[@2012Ronan]

Performance was so good I actually didn't think it was being performed live...

[@Patchogs]

They're one of the best live metal bands, incredibly talented!

[@zakwillhoite7551]

Sam i love the blegh and trust me it doesn't take away from the meaningful lyrics

[@romycullen17]

I think I might be in love with this man (and I totally had to skip the dolphin part because I'd cry otherwise)

[@MyOnlyRob]

Sam name-dropping Mew is my favourite thing this year.

[@jbasti227]

SAME. Never expected that but definitely made my day.

[@MooseN7]

Sam is such a fucking legend

[@nickkduhh]

When he talked about waking up and seeing a new song, I literally got off work at 4am and saw that they released the music video for animals an hour prior, complete surprise

[@betaguitarist9385]

Biffy Clyro is the most underrated band in the world. Check them out!

[@Raskem_UwU]

No

[@pipedream690]

Who underrates them? Their albums consistently hit top 10 in Scotland and they're worth millions. The lead singer alone is a multimillionaire.

[@civiloranges]

@@pipedream690 in the U.S. they don’t have a big following at all

[@willhelmudit366]

Im huge biffy fan. but wouldn't say they're underrated they headline festivals and get constant number 1s aha

[@wllulu]

Bro they headline festivals there's no way underrated

[@micky_jd]

i can tell its too early and im still tired because i got totally baited by the space x playingfirst on the moon joke haha

[@Giovanni6501]

Absolutely love the band and love Sam as a person as well. Not sure if i'm going to like their new direction after just listening to Black Lungs. We'll see!

[@LoveScreamTrue]

Listen the "Discourse... " thingy.. might be something to it.

[@eytrash7137]

discourse is dead

[@Sticky_Tea]

one small blegh for man, one giant meme for mankind

[@kriskeyser9679]

Can’t wait to see and hear you do Animals live....one of these days!! 😂

[@tirstalent4806]

NO FUCKING WAY. MY TWO FAVORITES BANDS OF MI LIFE....BIFFY AND ARCHITECTS....IM CUMING

[@melissahayes2611]

I love Architects so much but how have I just noticed that Sam Carter is just mighty hot!!

[@Raskem_UwU]

He never grew facial hair before i think🤔

[@melissahayes2611]

@@Raskem_UwU oh yeah prob love facial hair haha x

[@hammybammyy]

@@Raskem_UwU yeah he only started to grow a beard within the last two years, but before 2018 it was usually just a few stubbles, if anything my gosh, I would do things to this man 🙏🏻

[@LoveScreamTrue]

In general, smiling makes people more attractive.

[@taylorbryantisjustdust]

Best dude

[@Patteh01]

I missed the livestream, where can I listen to it.

[@nickkduhh]

Someone posted it the other day Just look up architects royal Albert hall on here

[@Storiesjakemurray]

❤️

[@era2327]

🔥🔥🔥

[@TonyCOBHC666]

How can you view the concert? Dying to see animals and black lungs live

[@bmthstanforlyfe]

hey sam 😍

[@zzvvoonnee24]

33:10 that would be small BLEGH for a man but giant for metalheads

[@ShiftyFacts]

The moon stuff has already been done! We all know the first band to play on the moon was Rammstein

[@kindnessxx]

Sam 🤍

[@Lw1337]

If i would be into men i would have a crush on sam for sure

[@thyartisconor]

Hope there is a BLERGH on the album

[@Raskem_UwU]

There wont

[@Mora-tp1rl]

​@@Raskem_UwU bet you there will be at least one heavy blegh!

[@Raskem_UwU]

@@Mora-tp1rl bet you havent read anything about it nor watched the video

[@atka0076]

How people still find the blegh jokes funny is beyond me, but it's fucking ridiculous that they have to keep talking about this even in interviews.

[@TheNOBODY2810]

I fucking mist it !!!

[@ontologicalpotato]

The people that want the “Blegh” aren’t the real fans. Imagine putting your heart out in deep lyrics and then read the comments to see that people want you to make a random sound that you have no emotional connection to. My fave songs on the record are Dead Butterflies and Animals as far as sound goes. Lyrically, Black lungs is incredible, it spreads the message about how important it is to not be in denial about climate change.

[@boredxxx1452]

Sam is so beautiful, and hot, i love u baby, come Chile (country jajaja) please

[@zeninspriggan794]

Who's here cuz of endwalker XD

[@Rain47]

ALL LOVE IS LOST

[@bistekwan]

Stull missing new ‘blegh’s’

[@WhereOceansMeeet]

If he's waiting for everyone to be kind to each other or other species', he might want to invest in a good boat because the ice caps will all melt before most people give a fuck about anyone but themselves.

[@AndreLandauro]

Sam seems depressed :(

[@jamieortiz7481]

How do you figure? To me he seems very happy and excited about the things they've done and where he is in life and very passionate about many very important things. I cant imagine he isnt still upset the loss of his twin brother but he seems to be living his life happily and full of purpose.

[@nicolascheggia4742]

@@jamieortiz7481 Tom was Dan’s twin brother (Architects’ drummer). But yes it’s clear that he’s upset for losing a bandmate, btw the main Architects’ songs composer

[@jamieortiz7481]

@@nicolascheggia4742 holy Jesus u just clarified my entire existence lol. How that one flew over my head I have no idea. I always thought it was sams brother. Woahh

[@nickkduhh]

He openly talks about being on antidepressants(he recently announced he got off them) and going to therapy. He's a human being after all

[@jddamn5750]

BLEGH!

[@osarumenerhunmwunsee]

The dude looks like the homealone actor guy. lol

[@utbplay]

why are his nails painted?

[@battmarn]

Because it looks cool and he likes it?

[@utbplay]

@@battmarn looks gay

[@alisonm6266]

Sam, knock it off and give your fans what they want...BLEGH. And stop pushing your diet agenda!

[@battmarn]

Opposing animal cruelty is not a diet agenda