Big Wreck - Blown Wide Open (LIVE at the Suhr Factory Party)

Big Wreck performs 'Blown Wide Open' Live at the Suhr Factory Party during NAMM in California.
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[@khd17]

Why aren't these guys more recognized by the Canadian music industry is mind boggling! Ian Thornley and the guys are some of the most talented musicians ive ever heard!! Thank you Big Wreck!!

[@donk2427]

They are incredible. Prolly didn't suck the right d, if you know what I'm saying. They aren't sell outs, just love making music they love to make! You don't stroke the ego of some megalomanic music producer, good luck. That's just a wild guess though. But it sounds about right when applying logic and some basic knowledge of the music industry.

[@Jojo-o6o6w]

I feel like most things in canada just suck.. we are a cultureless culture and no one seems to have any interest in anything

[@craigw.q4819]

Big wreck have been around for more than 25 yrs now, I was only 20 yrs old when they first came out in 1997 and saw their first show in 2000.. but it's ironic some ppl are now discovering them now and others have always been fans . They were just signed to a major label to warner Bros in 2019 to promote there 6th studio album But for the sun.. so I guess to say they hit the big time now 🤗🎸😎

[@art_by_di]

I feel like I’m over here single-handedly trying to get this video 1 million views

[@Jarrettguitar]

Ur not alone

[@art_by_di]

@@Jarrettguitar #teamwork 🙌

[@robertwojtowicz3649]

Watched this a 1000 times myself😅

[@alanglen6589]

Just fantastic !!!! Amazing vocals and musicianship .....

[@Im_Still_LightSpeedLayne]

without a doubt the most underrated musician / songwriter / guitar player / VOICE of my time. Ian , u r IT!

[@davidyellowstar4910]

EPIC, so moving. And his voice absolutely kicks in this, better than the original I'd say for sure

[@katscissorhands4141]

🌹

[@fallingawake2092]

yup

[@Valarien777]

Absolutely!

[@bhosterman]

I couldn't have said it better!

[@Nblades78]

This is absolute greatness. RIP Brian Doherty.

[@karenbaumgartel6077]

Which guitar player was Brian?

[@Nblades78]

@@karenbaumgartel6077 - Stage Left.

[@karenbaumgartel6077]

​@@Nblades78thanks! Although I'm from Canada, I've been in Germany since 2000 and this band is new to me. There's an interesting interview with Thornton on a podcast called The Stumble Forward from September 2023.

[@billwheatley-qd4wl]

Brian was a better person than he was a musician..all the guys are great people..means more to me than great musicians which they are and then some..worked with a lot of awesome bands that were plain assholes..sad what fame does to some..and some just nasty to the core .then some are just down to earth normal folks with a gift they're to happy just sharing with the world..them are the people that matter

[@WaterdownBOY]

epic performance, I keep coming back to listen to this version of his song over and over. One of the best and most underrated Canadian bands.

[@ChevelleMalibu402]

Big Wreck= Canada's best kept secret

[@andrewlaw5628]

Along with I Mother Earth

[@JoeyMcSmokey]

Ryan Berry we knew about him in Colorado since 95 ish. IFT is a master. So thrilled to see them back again and touring .

[@dklaming]

...and Devin Townsend

[@Bingo235]

I agree there is Billy talent as well but and they are great an all but Big wreck is just something else

[@danielrobeson3608]

But everyone knows about Beiber and Bryan Adams...go figure. Lol

[@tommchugh3752]

This band is unbelivable live. Saw them Friday night at the Paradise in Boston. Blown away by the talent!

[@philw8193]

goosebumps and stop everything I am doing when this plays. Ian Thornley is the best musician to come from Canada period. Please tell everyone who appreciates music to give this a listen and remember it's recorded live...one take one masterful performance!!!!

[@kevin-gs7jn]

I think Burton Cummings would disagree. Lol ... Lots of great singers and musicians from Canada...

[@mikewalkey7520]

Devin Townsend is also an amazing Canadian musician

[@kristopherroberts6775]

Don’t forget Rush, of course.

[@roymombourquette4402]

live, nothing compares... Everyone needs to see them live, in a smaller venue and "feel" the music. They aren't just there to play to an audience, they connect and no 2 concerts are ever the same! Kudos to the best band I have ever seen bar none!

[@frustratednoname]

Pure raw emotion, wrapped in velvet. Set gently on the floor inside the front door that's been kicked down for delivery.

[@drumtravelfun]

This is musicianship. Young players take notice. Learn to let a song BREATHE. Also Ian's little vocal run at 6:37 is just...wow.

[@raffiequler7510]

+drumtravelfun You mean BREATHE, my nigga. Learn Chinglish and then come back, my nigga.

[@johnw3443]

+Raffie Quler good thing you pointed that out , it was impossible to figure out what they meant until you clarified it

[@starskyfiddler3258]

drumtravelfun well said that's the music is played!!

[@heybunk1969]

drumtravelfun Nice catch. Also, check out how he is playing notes that are following his vocal melody. Real nice. In my exp, I mainly here this in jazz. In rock, LedZep does it as well. Also, that guitar into is great, add libbing around the chords to come. This live version brought this song to a whole new level , for me..

[@q.taylor2921]

drumtravelfun Very well said, mon ami. 'Musicianship' pretty much nails it. I haven't heard this song in a long time and coming across this version of it, well...simply brought it back to life for me.

[@discoveryman59]

Quite possibly the best rock performance in the history of the world!!

[@seattlesauce]

I had to come back here to watch the video. I didn't believe these guys were actually playing live. They definitely earned a fan in me.

[@jiminycricket2230]

He writes this stuff, plays it and produces it. He plays killer guitar and a fantastic voice all while looking like he just out of bed 5 min ago. I love Ian's music. Every song takes you for a ride.

[@Craigonater]

He does have a little bed head. Lol

[@Joe-bc7si]

I know, right!! hahaha Always impressed with his talent and professionalism. An unappreciated Canadian talent.

[@mmullen2112]

He is an amazing performer, writer, player….and Canadian!! I can understand why this group didn’t get more attention world wide? A real oversight if you ask me!!

[@josieburton8406]

It is a corporate party they don’t even know or care real bands playing real instruments

[@eyeofbass]

🙏

[@fl6stringer]

He gets higher on my list every time I listen.. and I've been a fan since his band's first US release.

[@betbuk]

Have you heard Big Wreck's latest (especially Fear & Cowardice)? GREAT tasty variety! kzbin.info/aero/PLXv_ECFUO-1GmAYH6SQF_g2YnD3PNjped

[@DrCheeks]

Another “new” band that’s been around for years.. Alas I am always late to the party.. glad I got here eventually though😏

[@entegar3]

damn it, whatta song and the interpretation ! .. how could I've missed this ?

[@dayglo98]

That intro sounds soooo good. Hopefully that concert in Montreal isn't cancelled in April

[@thedagwood1972]

They are astounding live.

[@IamtheActionman]

Easily one of the BEST BASS lines ever recorded.

[@GMHG777]

Kinda forgot about Bog Wreck even though I was a big fan when In Loving Memory came out, but this is stinking, Ian’s voice is just ridiculous and his playing is stunning as well. This song is so powerfully beautiful !

[@ericdanielson4177]

Saw these guys in a small venue in Seattle a couple of years ago. Just blew the roof off the place.

[@GMHG777]

I’ve yet to see them but watching vids Insure hope I get a chance to soon ! Also, had a misspelling in my comment above surely didn’t mean “stinking”, meant STUNNING !!!

[@Bingo235]

I love your profile picture

[@GMHG777]

@@Bingo235 Boardwalk in Wildwood New Jersey

[@sandyc3994]

Thornley is a god. 20 years later and his voice is still smooth as butter.

[@bruceabbott1881]

I've never heard a guitar cry quite like this. What a sound.

[@jazzymatt77]

If Big Wreck isnt on your Top10...you need to add them!!

[@mattwhittington1702]

If my soul spoke out loud. I think this is what it would sound like. Every time I hear it tears well up

[@PedalingDave]

There isn't a better band. This particular lineup cannot be beat and no one will ever change my mind.

[@ickdon7999]

lol. Metallica, for one.

[@barbarabrown3100]

That's how you sing with emotion!

[@mopardude6969]

These dudes ROCK!!

[@davidyellowstar4910]

Extreme passion. EPIC, so moving. And his voice absolutely kicks in this, better than the original I'd say for sure

[@brettmossot6625]

2014 Suhr factory version is the platinum standard

[@maggieellis2303]

I think I said (or thought) approximately 4-ish years ago that I would be pleased to get buried with this song playing on repeat. I recognize the illogic in this, but, after all this time, I stand by that shit. Period.

[@christopherscheno9918]

The break at 6:35 is damn heart-breakingly ethereal! Voice into guitar into...the blown wide open.

[@andyswain1680]

awesome guitar sounds! Not sure what he is doing at the beginning (maybe jamming) but those sounds coming out of that guitar are epic!

[@DeneyuAdam]

Brian Doherty rest in peace, gunna miss you when I see them again.

[@aarphi1984]

Absolutely breathtaking to see these guys live. Was at a concert of theirs right after a bandmate had passed away, and the emotion Thornely put into his singing and playing was unbelievable. Loved the atmospheric playing, especially the medley's of Albatross/Amazing Grace. 😭

[@coryclark9336]

Ian is just so inspiring. And the bald guitar player/singer stage left is amazing. Secret weapon.

[@maynardpuryear5391]

Paulo Neto

[@desmenjohnston7623]

Rip

[@TheSebtrain]

Desmen Johnston 💔

[@desmenjohnston7623]

A shame Brian left us and also a shame Paulo left the band they’re in better places now

[@chupathinga]

Paolo is a gem, yes🤘🏻

[@vickyalton3399]

I love everything they do. It is so calming to me.

[@jcookonbass]

This song has gravity to begin with, this performance simply multiplies it. Very emotive rendition.

[@jesseowenastin]

was utterly blessed to be able to see them at smith's here in atlanta on the pleasure and greed tour when i was in high school. my dad fought to get me into the club. one of the best performances i've ever witnessed.

[@betbuk]

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[@amitbidaye7855]

Hands down, of the the best Canadian guitarists out there. I could watch this video over and over. True organic rock...real music. Would love to see them live again.

[@fl6stringer]

They're in _MY_ rock and roll hall of fame, that's all I have to say.

[@betbuk]

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[@Jungletrump]

Damn Ian....those tones ....there's not a word available to describe them.

[@derekmatthewtutorials2847]

This song speaks to that place in me that needs to be “blown wide open” ... and I think that’s why I get the goosebumps/healing every time...can anyone else relate ?

[@game_4_growth]

Derek Matthew Guitar - every single time; it's my 'go to'

[@brent3611]

Yes, I can relate. It's pretty painful actually...

[@oilcitybassguy]

I absolutely Love this version!!

[@maxxnolagy]

So damn good, like seeing an old friend, who's talented, beyond belifef, so r all his friends,

[@vickyalton3399]

I hear ya man, love this guy. Love all of them.

[@Keoughan]

if I could smash the "like" button a thousand times, I would. Soundtrack to my 1998 life - FINALLY saw them in concert on Canada Day here in Brampton a billion years later, and three weeks later in Guelph. Had me in tears to finally be witness to this in person. Thanks for that, guys!

[@_guitar_dad]

That tone. That jam at the start wow

[@jameskelman9856]

Multilayered talent creates one of the world's greatest " Eargasm " , Most Satisfying ! Thanks !

[@andreystarikov1870]

Criminally beautiful guitars as are the sounds they translate

[@sandrabrown880]

I listen to this version all the time!! Saw them sing it this way in Kelowna BC a few years back … always makes my heart feel… love music ❤

[@IVPATXX]

undoubtedly some of the best musicians, I ever heard in my life.

[@Gonzo2112]

Thornley is an awesome musician....one of Canada's finest.Superb guitarist and very original songs...can't wait to see Big Wreck in concert again...they ROCK!

[@brandtus]

If this isn't a showcase of one of the best men in music. I dont know what is.

[@bobby9727]

Chills and goosebumbs.

[@susanwallace1963]

Titillating to the senses...euphoric..

[@edwardbinion7485]

Thorny...love this dudes soul.

[@edwardbinion7485]

That vocal/guitar run was fucking awazing

[@jams4jcmusic]

They played a free show in my home town Leduc Alberta !

[@JaxH]

I love Big Wreck! Seen them so many times! They just get better and better! They are the band you WANT, no HAVE TO, see live!

[@maggieellis2303]

Jax Herbert We are flying up to Philly from South Carolina to see them for the first time on Feb 1. We got the VIP tix and I am so stoked I can barely think straight!!!!!

[@kered0198]

Goosebumps every time.. NOTHING like these guys. I wish the world could listen.

[@brianjames5552]

Wow Blown away again. What a great group of talent. In my top 5 of all time bands.

[@SDCDIABLO]

These noises make my ears have emotion, jesus.

[@GaryMaheu]

What can you say about this truly amazing work of art. Speechless.

[@wnyrailfan9510]

Love this. I wish this concert was on spotify

[@Roymac01]

Every Big Wreck tune is a sonic journey.

[@thatsMrSmileytoyou]

Masterpiece.

[@angelabertrand9684]

One of the best EVER

[@chirologypalmistry]

out of this world

[@superstrato9571]

Il gruppo rock migliore degli ultimi 20 anni, ed ancora oggi pochi lo hanno capito. Le radio di tutto il mondo dovrebbero vergognarsi se non proposto questi fantastici artisti.

[@codygittins4652]

Beautiful voice , beautiful music. One of my favourite songs. Ian puts so much passion into every performance. Amazing.

[@katnorris6258]

I love this band so much!

[@betbuk]

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[@dougurch8778]

This guy is so fucking underrated I could puke. What a singer. What a guitarist. What a talent.

[@CameronCox]

This live performance...is something else

[@queenofsandbanks5432]

Oh ya!!! That was a great live Blown wide open... Seen many live!! Wish I was there for this performance!

[@JaxH]

REP BIG WRECK!!! ANY CITY, ANY TOWN OR HOLE IN THE WALL!!! REP!!!!!! #BigWreck #ExcellentMusic

[@darbirhian]

Love this band almost too much. Xoxo!

[@bruceabbott1881]

Now that I think of it, the opening notes sound so much like a lament, especially aa it compliments the jump onto the steps in the video. It takes a lot of nerve to do that, but when the heart is hurting....

[@brandtus]

all surrounded by Canadian rock...and I love it. this is one of the best songs I know and the best version as well. Love Big Wreck.

[@annarks70]

blown it wide open...with the guitar and your voice!

[@James-fb4bt]

And I wasn't even warned 🎶🎵

[@paulawilliamson637]

They are Canadian grown !!! Quality

[@goodbar440]

That was great thank you

[@GrumpyColoradoDad]

I wish this whole show was available for purchase, I'd buy it in a heartbeat. Wow...just...wow...

[@outpacer_ca]

Just saw these guys live in Toronto a few days ago - THE BEST! Now I can't stop having this playlist on repeat while i'm working..

[@outpacer_ca]

FYI - They are THIS GOOD live!

[@dyanetti]

Christian Toms ...and Hamilton on Sunday. Miss the band with Paulo but holy crap do they ever rock. Took my 14 yr old son, and he was blown away with the talent, and has taken to practicing his bass and guitar with renewed vigour since!

[@boorat3573]

🇨🇦 Best bands come from 🇨🇦

[@BAHDK]

layne is my favorite....im Canadian....my god...didnt know he was canadian...............his voice is killer......a match for certain.............and match of cornell

[@Filthed]

what a song , what a band. PERFECTION!

[@antoniocolaco1156]

So beautiful 💖

[@wingman8586]

Insanely good

[@allendeflorio6849]

Perfection Ian

[@mark.wilko1969]

Super special music.

[@amrit386]

These guys were so under appreciated

[@mjmarcjohnston]

I think I got something in my eye. No worries. I'm good now.

[@deborahsthisthat5034]

This...makes me..emotional.. Love this man! His music..his voice... Soothes my soul to it's very core..

[@someguyfrommaine]

Great to see the enthusiasm from the crowd.

[@DanOughton]

Im loving this... great playing, great song!!

[@dsharp2981]

My mind was just blown wide open....

[@tomcatt7159]

Wow Great , so fresh , love it. No better then this , crisp sound. Make me feel that Canadian air breath in my lungs.M

[@RLC2020]

How am I just discovering this band now???? Excellent music

[@betbuk]

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[@AdamAmikons]

Hi

[@debrabickerton2067]

Blown wide open, Awesome.

[@ozwraith1]

This performance blew my mind wide open

[@glengratto]

Pure natural talent. Nothing like it.

[@mrosaine]

Ian SHREDS! Love this band!