Breaking Benjamin - talk writing 'Red Cold River' and releasing 'Ember.' | HardDrive Online

Breaking Benjamin talked with HardDrive Online's Paulie Walnuts about their new album, Ember, virtual reality gaming, Red Cold River, and much more!
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[@SkylaneMusic]

I love how eager they were to talk about video games instead of the same boring questions like “what’s it like to play music?”

[@flightlevel-flightsimulati2037]

Been like that with Ben forever...he talks about the craft and loves it, but you set him on FIRE when you mention gaming lol

[@starxhilmie]

you should watch the video when he got mad of battlefront reboot tho LOL

[@mrmike320]

BB is a great fuckin band I loved them since the beginning

[@mrmike320]

I agree dude. but as much as it hurt to hear LP talk back to people bashing them, like I felt they were saying that to everyone including me who would like to see them return to their roots but I always respected them and I felt hurt hearing the things they said. besides that I truly hope chester rests in peace.

[@ogbee9690]

@Nick Joost bb is just the best in general. songwriting, vocals, guitar everything. so extremely underrated because of the era they started in which was filled with a bunch of generic post grunge mush.

[@anthonyspencermusicofficial]

If you listen to Breaking Benjamin than you will live forever.

[@chriskeller3229]

AnthonySpencerMusicOfficial Noooooooo, somethings getting in the way,

[@psychosocial8035]

Chris Keller Somethings just about to break

[@willgreen9880]

Who wants to live forever

[@anthonyspencermusicofficial]

Will Green my ball sack

[@rockisrealmusic5338]

*AMEN*

[@MegaNickster007]

No matter what age he is, Ben's voice doesn't change.

[@videosdelaucheveresd7235]

These guys are so humble and so badass as musicians at the same time, not like every crappy pop douchebag out there. Respect for BB!!!

[@bonniebonnie5724]

videos de la u cheveres :D preach it brother!!!

[@jakeklossing4352]

Breaking Benjamin talking about Resident Evil... I never thought I'd hear such a wonderful thing.

[@Boomblox5896]

I love how Benjamin is a gamer. This guy is cool and humble, while also doing epic things in his free time.

[@RelMCProgram]

🎶🎵RRRRRRUUUUUUUUUUNNNNNNN!!!!!!!!!!🎵🎶

[@nicktheowned3688]

RRREEEDDDD CCOOOOLLDD RRRRIIVVVVEEERRRRR

[@headlesnorseman701]

i never realized that ben was such a humble guy. he seemed like a bit of a ego/headcase in the old version of the band. Maybe he was, i dont know. But there is no denying the strength of brand Ben built and is basically giving his friends credits for helping. thats so cool

[@robbylavender1999]

I dont think he ever was egotistical. When he was drunk he was possibly self absorbed, but I think sobriety has really made him better. And he said he never wanted to be the only guy making songs so he is probably happy in the environment he's in now.

[@cobrajeff96]

Back in the Phobia days, the drinking brought out the inner Ahole... but hey thats almost everyone.

[@JohnSmith-yf4un]

Ember is such a perfect album.

[@ponchoandy]

I love BB, but it really isn't. It's half done in a lot of places.

[@kristinowens899]

I love every one of their albums!

[@denhelsing2167]

​@@ponchoandy could you directly point at its flaws

[@fueledbypaintwater]

Don't hurt me, but Ember is my favorite album by them. All of them are amazing, but this is my favorite. 😅

[@jamiehoekstra11677]

Man I love Breaking Benjamin! So humble, so centered, so talented, so bad-ass!!!

[@owlberry5997]

Ben looks so good now

[@andiclimactic]

Ben is so soft spoken while his singing voice is loud and intense. i love it ❤️

[@jay_joseph23]

Useless Guardian I love his soft voice, and love his intense singing voice like I love all of Breaking Benjamin video

[@DoiInthanon1897]

Same as David Draiman from Disturbed lol

[@ShintyShinto]

DAYUM breaking benjamin a bunch of gamers thats awesome

[@kirstysixtus7669]

I had no idea ben is 41, he looks amazing for his age. I swear hes found the fountain of youth lol.

[@mars-the-ethereal9609]

right, he looks like hes in his mid-30s

[@ghostofbungie9780]

"I fucking love this band. They are the best band ever. Period!"

[@kristinowens899]

Hell yes!!

[@kornfreak78]

Fucking love this band. Breaking Benjamin has always and will always be awesome.

[@groff2313]

Good interview, those guys are so humble.

[@amandacollins748]

I love how BEN is holding that mic.

[@elifierro8309]

Ben and Aron look a whole lot skinnier now

[@r7cowboy824]

I know right

[@courtnrysalamone7677]

Ben with an unenthused face "Yeah we're stoked"

[@chriskeller3229]

Dark of you, really deserves a video, but (down) is gonna be the next video

[@mprior93]

Down or Blood

[@chriskeller3229]

m prior down

[@corbinm5237]

I would bank on Down or Psycho being the 3rd video. Maybe Feed The Wolf. The Dark Of You would get a great music video if they made one but I don’t think they will. Plus if they did,maybe Derek Hough could be in it? Who knows.

[@thelonelywolf88]

The Dark of You could work as part 3. I'd love to see a video of that or Blood

[@stringdiddler]

Was tournequit

[@blazing6string]

Thank you so much for correcting the 360 comment hahaha 🙈

[@adamfishsticks2186]

Brittin Meany I appreciated that too but saying your life did a 360 kind of still makes sense. It’s kind of like saying you were so shocked that something spun you in a circle.

[@RoseRevival]

I absolutely love this band, every single album they've done, and cannot wait to continue listening and watching forever! Also, where is Ben's wedding band?!? I'm a lot obsessed and a pretty much in love with Benjamin 😍 so...Details on that situation needed asap. 😁

[@kristinowens899]

SAME!!!

[@michaelbar570]

Looks like he got rid of his wife just like he did the original members! But everyone says he is such a great guy....lol. it ok I guess because it seems like these guys blow him on a regular basis. Just trying to keep the job I guess.

[@crystalstipes9969]

Born in 1990 an this is still an forever will be my favorite band!!!! My 7 daughter likes to hit the growl/hollar notes in red cold river, away, so cold, Angel's fall... thankfully I can expose her to the amazing feeling this music gave me when I hear it, love this whole band and pray for ben and his health conditions he shoves to the side, hes an inspiration to so many

[@jackspedicy]

Breaking Benjamin is awesome!

[@JamesThomas-dz4vj]

"Ember" is my favorite album from the band yet, which speaks to how consistent they have been over the years. Now 16 years after "Saturate" hit the shelves, they have just now released their best album, in my opinion. I truly enjoy the entire album, but if I had to pick a couple of favorites, I would probably say "Psycho" and "Feed the Wolf" would be up at the top. But tracks like "Tourniquet" and "Blood" are fantastic as well. Get this album and rock out!!

[@seanathonhooper]

It's hard to choose a favorite and song in this album

[@kristinowens899]

Every one of their albums are sick!! They are just so good!!

[@Sovereign.Alignment]

😊 That was so thoughtful what Aaron said at the end! We love you too Breaking Benjamin!

[@rick1021]

I remember Shaun just doing drum covers on KZbin.

[@amonamarth4107]

Ben plays skyrim damn he just became my favorite artist ever

[@jdillinger888]

This was a great interview! The best part was when Ben corrected the 360 comment. So happy to hear that Aaron plays Overwatch! However, God of War already came out so pick it up already man!

[@YourBoyEobard]

Refreshing when an interviewer actually knows his shit too..

[@shadowknight1939]

Thank you, Breaking Benjamin, for not letting rock music die! I didn't even know some of their songs played on the radio because I don't listen to radio; most music on the radio these days is vulgar and meaningless...but not Breaking Benjamin's songs! Their lyrics are so vague that they're filled with multiple meanings!

[@theworldlegacy8440]

The song Down have a very original Phobia sound to it out of all the songs on Ember. Ember itself is an awesome album.

[@travistheaderman241]

These guys are so talented and humble. Love Breaking Benjamin 🤘🏻

[@djgreekgod]

Red Cold River is the type of song that can invoke tremendous emotions for anyone who's listening. It also can help you through dark times. This is the essence of all music

[@kristinowens899]

It's the same with almost all of their songs! They've gotten Mr through some dark times. Love them!!

[@matthewfielding288]

Loved that shoutout to skyrim! Very fun interview to watch. Keep rocking guys 🤘

[@ZeRoCooL-ht8rf]

They are the best!

[@royfairchild6895]

BB will always be my favorite band

[@iZombiegirl15]

Ahh I love you guys ♥️ Can’t wait to see you for the first time in two weeks from today 🤘🏼

[@matthewsmith4647]

New fave modern band due to them supporting St Judes.

[@kristinowens899]

That was awesome! He loves kids, he's such a good guy!!

[@ChrisSmith-il5qe]

Holy shit. I'm more impressed with their taste in games than anything else lol I wanna chill with these guys and play some Overwatch and Skyrim lol!

[@yolandacolby]

I seen them recently for the first time auburn wa 2019! I seriously cried it was my anniversary present to my husband for us to see them. I cant wait to see you all again! They played my favorite song Dancing with the Devil! Love u all 💋🧟‍♀️

[@kristinowens899]

Took my daughter to her first concert this summer, 2019, in our hometown in PA!!! It was epic, we both love them so much, both cried, it was the best day ever!!! Can not WAIT to see them again!!

[@yolandacolby]

@@kristinowens899 lol i did too, cried. Tears of joy!!!

[@TTANA]

this is awesome there's going to be a third video !!!!!! I love Breaking Benjamin :)

[@CherryTailAF]

You guys look awesome, sound awesome, and I love that you have such a passion for gaming! It makes me feel that much closer to you as a fan. Keep doing what you're doing guys, you're the greatest band in existence in my eyes and I can't wait to see you all live in August!!

[@kristynelson7531]

Just seen them live last night! They were unbelievable! Great show.

[@AJ_1namillion]

Saw them on aug 31st in noblesville Indiana. Truly amazing! I came to see Breaking Benjamin and 5F but bad wolves and nothing more were all fantastic

[@Mrnothing1777]

I am here for breaking benjamin but Paulie Walnuts is awesome as well :D nice interview thank you

[@charlotter8266]

These guys kicked ass in SLC! Thanks for the unforgettable show!

[@hellomynameisamyy]

OMG 3rd VIDEO ?!?! AHHHHHHHHHHHH CANT WAIT ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Also ... ben is so thoughtful I love it!

[@breakingbeautiful4736]

Truly a blessing and therapy. Thank you guys

[@ShannaRiley]

Love these guys and "Ember" is awesome.

[@CocoPuffkat]

Great interview!!! Ben don't give up on Starcraft!!

[@billyearlledet9289]

Seen BB twice this year and all I can say is I'm looking forward to seeing them in December with FFDP in Mississippi.

[@EroSensei0]

got me into rock back in 2005 love them ever since best band ever

[@sirnasty1553]

They need to make a game soundtrack

[@nikkovallena8249]

Yes same like Blow Me Away from Halo.

[@Muscle462Memory]

Their Masterpiece as of yet. The Music video releases put the icing on the cake

[@TheArrow22677]

The story behind the vids is what i find to be heart touching

[@Vetionarian]

Ben is such a great guy I really hope he's having the best life with his son I know he's a proud father and I hope they're having a blast!

[@sparkymmilarky]

Been my fav band since 2006! I love some of their more ballad style songs. Forever and ashes of Eden. Fav from ember is phycho and down!

[@adamfishsticks2186]

Great interviewer

[@marygracesmith296]

3:10 Ben blessing us!

[@ogbee9690]

Still my favorite band of all time after all these years

[@ParadiseDecay]

It's great to hear people spreading the good word of 'pancake gaming' ;) VR for life! :)

[@themetalghost]

Who doesn't love Pancakes? :)

[@ParadiseDecay]

:)

[@darkroom8165]

Para mi unos de lo mejores discos de rock del año

[@dancer_to_a_discrodant_system]

That's my favorite albom!

[@justinfrye965]

Man EMBER is such a good album I listen to it probably 3× a week

[@thelonelywolf88]

Ember is just absolutely phenominal

[@onofreoliveira6022]

Amo essa banda

[@youmakemehappy7]

Watching them talk about gaming was so wholesome 😭😂

[@jerseyltd]

Im not a rock guy but their music bumps haha. I workout listening to these guys

[@malcolmadams2105]

Yes I love that their Gamers!!!!!!

[@Deskbotboy]

My body is ready

[@Dragonlords1002]

that would be cool if they did a concert in VR with like a whole spectical.

[@b5delossantossky85]

Señor Benjamin

[@ancrosby]

a part three

[@breakingbeautiful2127]

🙏🏻❤️

[@Prairiedrifter1]

That beard though

[@cuauhtemocmorisco3493]

Damn aaron's been losing weight! So awesome!

[@LonewolfeE5]

WHO ELSE WAS AT THE START OF THEIR CURRENT TOUR WITH 5FDP AND BAD WOLVES!? THEY FUCKIN *KILLED* IT! THOSE GROWLS FOR RED COLD RIVER WERE EPIC!

[@madelineblaze5072]

The fact that Ben plays Skyrim just made him one of my favorite musicians ever

[@benhramiak8781]

I find it kind of amusing that the singer looks calmest and sounds the quietest. then when you listen to something like Red Cold River you think, 'Huh...'

[@VibesAlive45]

♥️u B.B.

[@kawirider920]

Is it me or does Ben kinda look like Christian Bale a little bit from the side with that beard? Asking for a friend.

[@isai9823]

kawirider920 YYYEEEESSSSS!!!!!

[@momfromnj911]

Me too, he was soooooo cute. Wtf happened?????

[@DxxTheFighterxx]

@@momfromnj911 hes sick

[@BlueRoseShilloh]

Ben suffers from hypocondria so i’m not supriced he looks so sick

[@kristinowens899]

He does a bit.

[@jcrusher556]

Not gunna lie. I'm upset. I missed when they came to wilkesbarre because I had work :( I preordered and didnt make it. I still have my slip though! Lol great work guys. Been my favorite band since you played at Hanover high school!

[@mvmhunterkiller]

Awesome, not only is this a great band but they are part of the PC master race 😁.

[@thekiminthenorth504]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@MegasXLR]

Aaron would make a great Kratos haha I'm now replaying Chains of Olympus and Ghost of Sparta on my Note9 via PPSSPP :)

[@Jay_LT4]

I miss baby face ben

[@themawsjawz_9491]

DearTag25 Yeah i miss the early 2000s too

[@Jay_LT4]

TheMawsJawz TM yea it sucks

[@garrettrocks9888]

DearTag25 I was just thinking the same thing! The beard makes him look so much older!

[@kince7629]

I think he looks really damn hot with a beard. He was cute when he was baby face ben but omg that beard

[@kristinowens899]

@@kince7629 I didn't like the beard at first, but now I love it, I think it really fits him.

[@MegasXLR]

I always thought the first part was Never Again since it's the same guy that dies last there who is kinda the boss in Torn in Two.

[@Thelizzyrose13]

♥️😍 I fucking love them

[@danielgibeault8060]

10:46 LOL ARON "I'm not going to either one of those places"

[@robynrayann8816]

💝

[@onofreoliveira6022]

2019 fortaleza ceara 2 de junho

[@betheverett1673]

The ember album is fucking amazing

[@chriskeller3229]

I cracked up laughing at 10:00 -10-45

[@bezugsstelle]

Even though they exist quite a long time, I just started to recognize them deliberately. Can anybody suggest me their best records? I´d go on and buy them, adding them to my collection.

[@WetNoodles1367]

I wish these guys played Rainbow Six Siege on Xbox and talked about it it's one of me games

[@StealthSim1]

I just came from some 2015/2016 vids and how crazy does Aaron Bruch look only 2 years later so skinny. The other guys too and of course Ben's weight fluctuates but Burch looks like a whole different person huh

[@hivemind5137]

Ben can grow an awesome moustache