CANNIBAL CORPSE's Corpsegrinder Reflects on His Life & Viral Target Video | Metal Injection

Frank sits down with George "Corpsegrinder" Fisher to revisit the viral Target video they made together and how it’s effected his life, an in-depth discussion about his family, his feelings on covid, the process of writing a new album in quarantine, how their crazy lyrics come to life, his origin story of going from a metal head as a kid to musician, the determination to become the best death metal vocalist, reflecting on how much he misses touring, ways to keep up on mental health and much more!
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[@thomascrocker1264]

This man is a national treasure

[@cancorp29]

Facts 💯

[@Nekrotvrtle]

Make that global treasure

[@jmlm5479]

He have to be one of the coolest guys on earth.

[@voodoochild3395]

Hell yeah

[@CJNooberson]

I love how much of a nerdy Dad Corpsegrinder is. Dude is awesome!

[@te9591]

Yeah he's like a 270 lb stout man buying toys and shit, lol it's awesome.

[@derrick7384]

Scaring old ladies is something I always do cause I dress like a creep

[@palex313]

Has two, they do it to you. In fact, I finally just embraced my total nerd side because of them.

[@te9591]

@@palex313 what are you nerding out about?

[@palex313]

@@te9591 Board games, tabletop, card games etc. Anything to get them to low key read and do math without realizing they're doing it

[@nipulkradmsinatagras8293]

Seeing him healthy is probably the best thing.

[@candersson60]

@@AnalEyesAnalyzeAnalLies-666 There was a period he looked kind of haggard, a couple of years back or so. Also; pandemic.

[@joeyuzwa891]

@@AnalEyesAnalyzeAnalLies-666 well, i think it’s just that he’s a legend and quite a few legends have died in the past year (sean reinert and sean malone from Cynic, and LG Petrov from Entombed just to name a few).

[@jesselee2549]

coronavirus is afraid of Corpsegrinder

[@candersson60]

@@jesselee2549 Big 'Rona: "I am here to give you coof" Corpsegrinder: *starts windmilling* [Big 'Rona flies away]

[@h.k.295]

@David McGuire Rip Petrov I really regret never seen Entombed live

[@opethmike]

For someone who lives with severe depression almost everyday, it means a lot to hear George speak openly about his own issues with depression. Thank you, George.

[@gabrieldzwonowski9815]

I think you and corpse grinder along with most true death metalheads are part of the minority who know what REAL depression is. Hang in there

[@oumgia5643]

Death Metal absolutely has been beneficial while in some kind of psychological hell. Simply because DM is just straight up, real, no fancy fake display of itself, you get what you came for. It makes you feel understood by its nature alone.

[@gabrieldzwonowski9815]

@@oumgia5643 and then mainstream posers come along and have to ruin amazing music by turning it into a joke. Stay true to the death brother 👍

[@getawaydriver5363]

“Digging up the graves to fulfill my needs Of my necrophilic lustful greed Sex with the dead is what I crave Touch the cold flesh that drives me insane”. Maybe this is why you’re depressed listening to this 🗑

[@opethmike]

@@getawaydriver5363 Ah, I see we have a troll joining us. Good morning Mr. Troll; how are you today?

[@2jojojojojojo]

Protect this saint at any cost

[@carmelparenzee1715]

he has more value than the president

[@aaronmoore8166]

He’s an incredible human being

[@skbche]

This man’s neck is a national treasure.

[@itisforza8025]

It was 69 before my upvote, sorry

[@Rattles02]

As described on the Blabbermouth commetns years ago, he is the human thumb.

[@te9591]

He looks cool.

[@reaperhunter7297]

Is it just me or did his neck shrink?

[@skbche]

@@itisforza8025 nice

[@DjBillman]

I’m almost in disbelief at how genuinely nice he is. Don’t ever change. You’d think he was a scary crazy wild killer and it’s all a show. Awesome guy!

[@Guanjyn]

I don’t know if he wants to but I think he would do well on Twitch. I know he’s a gamer. Would be cool to see him play WoW or something.

[@amortuus_]

my biggest goal in life is to hug this man.

[@DeadGlassEyes]

I have before. Just go outside and hug a wet piece of oak, it's basically the same thing.

[@thelastdaybreathinginetern1385]

Your Playlist section is perfect. I have my Children of bodom shirt on rn. My Hatebreeder shirt. You should check out Archspire- Human Mumuration.

[@jonas6666]

@@DeadGlassEyes this seems pretty fun

[@carlamiglorini6506]

I did!!! :)

[@happysteveworld]

Me too

[@wesley00s]

This guys represents us metal fans! I mean, onstage he's a monster, but out of it he's just a normal dude, who loves his family. We need more guys like him on metal

[@leonkennedy4936]

Hell yeah we do!

[@wesley00s]

@@leonkennedy4936 YES !

[@jedisentinel1499]

Metal is poor man’s therapy. 🤘

[@DizzyDez613]

Frank knows how to sit back and let the man talk. Thank you, Frank, for letting George go on his crazy rants and tangents over and over. You didn’t try to reel him in once. Just wind him up and let him go. Lol

[@dahmersbraindrill9585]

Dudes windmills could generate enough power to run a small third world country

[@rowhaus5478]

He’s literally like a big metalhead kid in a grown man’s body

[@prakashusha3006]

He's a humble metal vocalist

[@nr655321]

Safe for Lars, Dee and Gene they all are.

[@Benjamin-om3ih]

Protect him at all costs. Honestly the cannibal guys just seem so sweet. George and Alex in particular. Such an incredible band too

[@themetalkid9864]

They are so sweet I talk to them once in Montréal after the show even after 30 years they still come out of their bus to talk to their fan we need to protect every Single soul in Cannibal Corpse Paul , Erik , Goerge , Rob & Alex are my heroes

[@Benjamin-om3ih]

@@themetalkid9864 Pat too! I hope he's ok these days

[@themetalkid9864]

@@Benjamin-om3ih did not have to met him cuz he was in prison sadly when I saw em but ye from what Ive heard

[@Fujino490]

Imagine going to a miku expo and seeing corpsegrinder with his family there

[@internetexplorerchan2697]

Lmaoo

[@VirgoKing89]

I am not a Cannibal Corpse fan but he’s a really down to earth and friendly guy. I may give their new record a listen. 😊

[@XxxXxx-hk7wp]

Hell yeah man. You should watch the videos of these guys in the studio. They are all super down to earth. Even if you're not the biggest CC can you will enjoy the videos of them in the studio

[@VirgoKing89]

@@XxxXxx-hk7wp cool I’ll check the videos out. :)

[@seanodonnell2780]

👍👍👍

[@VitrificationOfBlood]

Also the documentary, it’s like 3 hours and covers the history. Amazing in depth and fun even for non fans

[@XxxXxx-hk7wp]

@@VitrificationOfBlood yes agreed. That documentary is fun to watch. Cheers mate!

[@tsconn23]

Corpsegrinder keeping it wholesome AF

[@KarnageReigns]

I love how much of dork Corpsegrinder is. He's my spirit animal.

[@patriklanzen]

Killer interview with the most down to earth and friendly deathmetal musician I met. Met Corpsegrinder the first time before a show in Gothenburg, Sweden - 2003. Amazing 🤘🤘🤘🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪 //Pat_Corpse

[@magnuszetterqvist5936]

Restaurang Kreta? Vomitory förband?

[@patriklanzen]

@@magnuszetterqvist5936 Stämmer bra det, även Myrskog och Sinister var förband. 👍

[@Metalhead-4life]

For 👍 sure dude is cool as a fan

[@AbtinX]

I was at that show! Dead fish on the ground, George out front saying hello to everyone.

[@magnuszetterqvist5936]

@@patriklanzen vi kom sent och var tvungna att dra tidigare. Fick signerat live cannibalism och en pratstund med alla. Genuint trevliga gossar!👍

[@BERSERKER-1313]

One of the most normal most genuine, nicest guy in the business..🤘🏼🔥🤘🏼

[@nachomansandyravage2346]

There better be no dislikes....how can you dislike this guy?

[@carlamiglorini6506]

You're right. It's impossible!

[@SuperBoomshack]

Justin Bieber twinkies

[@DizzyDez613]

Any dislikes are probably because the video is only an hour long.

[@tpags7398]

@@SuperBoomshack Justin Bieber hasn’t been relevant for several years, I doubt his fans would even find metal injection, nor would they dislike the video

[@SuperBoomshack]

@@tpags7398 He has always been irrelevant but i can assure you he still has fantwinks

[@MadPunky]

Corpsegrinder is a good ambassador not only for death metal but for music in general. The misconception of metal as a whole is that it's evil and it makes people to doing evil things. If you're true to metal and have invested in the music and genre, you know that it's actually the opposite of what the stigma is. Metal is a release, it's an expression and to be honest one of the most artistic ways to create music. The life that surrounds Corpsegrinder is similar to many of those that are gods in metal. They have families and have love in their hearts. They understand how hurt someone can be and create this kind of music to absorb how much pain someone is in. Metal saves people. I hope Corpsegrinder makes himself more public because I think a lot of people can benefit from hearing his words on how to be kind and a good person and that it's ok to be you.

[@bloodthrone1]

Sauron watching in the background. Awesome!

[@MA-iv7ol]

The great eye sees all!

[@nathanridenour8380]

dude sings for an awesome death metal band and looks like a badass....still gives money back to an old lady

[@OleksiiTheAngry]

Presumably THE scariest person in music picks up money to give it to an older lady and his family members making masks for free?.. yeah, tell me death metal is bad.

[@dannyandhisbass]

This dude legit loves target 🤣 He needs to be in a commercial

[@burttheburger]

I want to see Corpsegrinder on stage, during one of their craziest sets, building lego sets while singing. Imagine it 😂

[@Destroyer_13]

At Target.

[@redonk1740]

a song that incorporates stepping on a stray logo piece would be pretty metal.

[@michael-tx8rw]

47:45 he's so right, music and going to shows is a getaway for a lot of people. you do seriously make a difference in peoples' lives. Awesome interview! Thanks for this!

[@kevinberstler]

I love hearing George sharing his thoughts, quite reflective and beautiful really.

[@0bzen22]

Sings about murderape and necrophilia, and is the #1 best dad in the world.

[@SERGIO-cr6uy]

I'm not a Canibal Corpse fan, actually I've always disliked their music. That being said I've always liked watching his interviews, he's such a likeable guy.

[@nev8413]

Corpsegrinder! 🔥🤘🔥🤘🔥🤘🔥

[@vexomnight3079]

This man deserves his happiness He earned it in every way Legend

[@volvlov759]

Cannibal Corpse should write a song about how sheepish people get duped into taking a jab that turns them into crazed programmable magneto zombies.

[@JustRockMySoul]

dude makes me smile every time i see him

[@cynthiaanneallen2657]

DUDE ..🤩🙂😊🙃🤗....EVERY TIME .... ...ME TOO

[@diptyajitbanerjee4935]

You know, sometimes I really find it hard to believe that this man has sung songs about serial killers, violence, gore, plague, zombie apocalypse, perverted topics and bloody masturbation by one of the most brutal growl.

[@Chilloutandwatchanime]

To be fair most of the perverted topics was Chris Barnes era cannibal corpse

[@Norman-Bates-60]

Corpsegrinders neck is a vampires wet dream.

[@jmar482]

George has to have some Italian in him, he talks with his hands 😆. Love this vid shows how down to earth he really is.

[@christopherj.854]

Surprised O'Brian has just been quietly swept under the rug after being such a integral part of this band for roughly 2 decades.. I mean even just a explanation! Just crazy. I miss O'brian, his technique is alien.

[@Chris-qv2vr]

They might not say anything about Pat out of respect for his case because he has a jury trial today, March 18th.

[@ExhumedToConsume]

Pat isn't being swept under the rug. Pat has a lot on his plate with mental health and his legal issues which are will now prevent him from leaving the country and most likely his state. The band has said that they support him and look forward to him being in the band again, George has talked about how sad it made him to see Pat in the suicide vest at his trial and yeah, Paul said no comment because they probably have no information right now. Erik has filled in for the last few years and it just makes the most logical sense that he is made a permanent member of the band for the foreseeable future.

[@arthur_kayser]

@@Chris-qv2vr How do you know his trial is today ?

[@cortarelva]

They could be exploiting it for fame being that they just released a new album and such but they are doing the decent thing which is letting Pat deal with his stuff without making a fuss about it.

[@ExhumedToConsume]

@@cortarelva Exploiting it for fame? I don't think you know Cannibal Corpse that well man.

[@Lord_Aghast]

Immolation are truly one of the greats. I have my signed copy of Kingdom of conspiracy and it kicks ass.

[@stefan86wtf]

The level of quality that they keep up is unbelievable, not to mention their live shows. Daaaamn!

[@crescentfresh8001]

Not my kind of metal, so I know nothing about Corpsegrinder (basically listening to this for background noise), but he seems really likable. Always seems to be the way with bands like CC: Either supreme assholes or the nicest people ever, lol.

[@fmlAllthetime]

Hella the truth.

[@discountvalium9484]

As a metal head with clinical depression & anxiety (as well as being a complete softie), I’m even more impressed with George after seeing this interview. It just goes to show how reaching into the darker parts to prevent them from consuming you is important.

[@dylanvalorfall]

Wow. He's 50 YEARS OLD. Looks 40 max.

[@-whiskey-4134]

Music has been one of my biggest “treatments” for my depression. I’ve been dealing with it for over a decade and guys like George and Mitch Lucker inspired me to start doing vocals. And I feel that about the masks. It’s almost weird being able to see other people’s faces. Im actually moving to FL next month because they’re more relaxed about things. Plus I fee like I can work on my music more out there with the house+land I bought. The covid thing doesn’t help with my depression and I hate being stuck inside with nowhere to go and nothing to do if im not at work. I need a fresh start.

[@Tomy-nk8nf]

U can!!! I really hope u can do the thing u want!!

[@DisgustingSemla]

HE IS SO COOL AND SWEET, LIKE A BIG BEAR

[@callebergqvist8071]

Worlds biggest kid! He seems so nice!

[@AndrewGrey22]

Metalheads are always the nicest people in the universe. That's why I am proud to be one.

[@danhiara]

I really love him, the appreciation he has towards his fans is great, there are other guys who don't give a shit but Cannibal Corpse members are not like that. I even started crying, I hope sometime I can see Cannibal Corpse live. It was moving to hear about his teacher too, he really seemed sentimental when talking about it.

[@DarkSideOfLucca]

Holy shit, this interview is one of my favorites all year. You have no idea how much of a hero this man has been for me since the early 2000's when I started to first listen to CC. Such a humble man for such a fucking legend \m/

[@EvilSSP]

I've always been amazed at how people don't care or protest horror movies, but if you write music about the same content you're a devil worshipper/etc. People take music so seriously.

[@KeymoEmbryo]

absolutely loved that story that Corpsegrinder says at the end, with him and Rutan, Webster, and Barrett in the dressing room or whatever just yelling at each other, "THAT's HOW YOU FUCKIN' END A TOUR!!! YEA! " lol I swear, that story got me a little teary eyed just picturing all these dudes at the point they are in their careers just loving what they do decades later, that's FUCKING METAL! \m/

[@michaelangeloh.5383]

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[@loveinskool]

I love Corpsegrinder ! He’s such a nerdy dude and i love his personality. 🤟🏽

[@donaldduckdid9118]

Beg for your life, you won't escape the wife Your fate was sealed today Disease has spread, you pray for death c o r o n a v i r u s p l a u g e

[@yoe91]

That part towards the end about walking, going to Target, being alone being therapeutic etc... was genuinely interesting. He should start a (very) lowkey mental health thing.

[@yattmanntatt3360]

The Most Badass Windmill = The Most Nicest Frontman

[@stevemuzak8526]

It's always makes me happy knowing that singer from the most violent death metal band is one of the nicest guy ever. He love pop culture. He's like huge child but in a positive way. Enthusiastic about life and horror :D

[@BradPearce-dx7fs]

I love how he married the girl he was seeing before he got famous

[@crazyjoedavola5430]

Corpsegrinder helps little old ladies....that's metal

[@jasonhatfield4747]

OMG if I ran into Corpsegrinder in Target I would literally shit my pants and freak the fuck out!

[@brandynkilpatrick]

everyone that says "metalheads are evil" have clearly never seen this guy, seems so nice!

[@johnbillson3767]

No acoustic? Fuck dude ive been waiting for a bonus track like that for years :(

[@shredwarfare5446]

So sick of decent people being brainwashed

[@Metalhead-4life]

"Ah your such a nice man" you should have given her a copy of your latest album, she woulda shit herself that you were the nice young man giving her back her lost money lol. Can never see CC enough times live, you guys are awesome!

[@justinweisel4451]

Haven't worn a mask unless forced to and haven't gotten vaccinated still haven't gotten COVID🤷‍♂️

[@charliebrownsconscience8775]

Me too brother.

[@kylemcgill2966]

*I love how George talks about Target like it's a drug. LMAO! \m/*

[@magnetarkhan]

Nice to see Corpsegrinder talk about vocaloids

[@bryceharney5960]

His stage name and his personality are polar opposites lmao.

[@seanwinter5360]

Can't believe he mentioned Rob Urbinati. Classic Canadian Thrash band Sacrifice😁🤘

[@michaelsmith1314]

Corpsegrinder is AWESOME!!!

[@MatthewOceanXVX]

That wholesome shit we need for 2021. Lmao he said “whenever I hang up my neck” 😂. Seeing him get emotional talking about meeting fans, and younger fans especially got me emotional. What a good dude.

[@_CPP_]

Corpsegrinder is like the teddybear of metal

[@etihidalgogarrido8519]

He just killed Sauron. Now he's Corpsgrinder the white.

[@jonasness]

42:38 - "I'm a dumb-ass, butthole from Baltimore, Maryland." ~ Corpsegrinder, 2021

[@AvB.83]

Sadly, I've only seen Cannibal Corpse live once (yet), but that kind of started it and anything after, just like this interview, just confirmed it... Corpsegrinder is probably one of the most likeable people on this planet

[@ChasingFear-q6u]

I randomly came across this video. I must say I haven't herd of him I'm strictly down with rap music. Underground I should add. But I genuinely respect this man as a person. I've going to actually start listening to this guy's music. Seems like he is a legend and Paved the way for others with is unique style. Quote me if I'm wrong. And sorry if iv disrespected anyone. But any------wayz. Much love too this band I'll be supporting for sure. Please everyone stay safe from this stupid Corona virus 🤘🤘🏻🤘🏼🤘🏽🤘🏾🤘🏿

[@Avliv_Satan]

George is such a wholesome guy, that alone is why he's one of the best vocalists out there.

[@Frosty-kz4om]

He's such a cool dad. It's so cute how proud he is of his kids and how involved he is.

[@pane36]

Corpsegrinder knows about Hatsune Miku....I have no fucking clue what to do with this information, but it feels significant.

[@cancorp29]

Corpsegrinder is a legend. Thank you for putting out yet another masterpiece album. Can't wait til release date!

[@overlydorkishdude8400]

The fact that he has Sauron’s helmet in the background makes me love this man even more

[@ReinventingTheSteve]

can we start a petition to get Corpsegrinder to read bedtime stories... I NEED THIS

[@rocx_tour_once_said]

1:54 Yeah. I sing about ripping out intestines, but here's your dollar, Ma'am ^v^

[@fretburner89]

Such an amazing interview! Major props to Frank for just letting Corpsegrinder talk at length at anytime so we could all hear the great stories he had to share. I hate it when interviewers never let their guests get more than a few words in before they fire off the next question. Again, amazing interview!

[@GladiatorKirion]

we must protect Corps grinder. LOK'TAR OGAR

[@Garbrel80]

Cannibal Corpse are at the top of my list of bands to see live once COVID has sufficiently diminished. I also hope George gets to bring his daughter to Japan on tour. What a rad dad & dude. I miss that windmill.

[@Chilloutandwatchanime]

Seeing em live tomorrow 🤘

[@Bultjaevel]

What a wholesome fucking dude George is. We need more Copsegrinders in the world.

[@DeathMetalDerf]

I just love this guy. Everything about him just makes me smile.

[@lukecoleman23]

Six feet under - human target. Alt lyrics “shop at Target”

[@JustAPairofLegs]

I love corpse grinder hes so wholesome, and he always makes me smile

[@mlgjesus2260]

He is such a nice man. If someone is making or listening to agressive music it doesnt mean person is mean or full of haterade... This music helps us kick out our frustration :)

[@michaelpritchett9856]

I’m still single and it sucks. Hopefully I can find a good woman like Corpsegrinder’s Wife Stacy even if she doesn’t listen to Death Metal. She told me she really only listen to Death Metal.

[@MrSlayermen]

We need the video: Corpsegrinder meets his highschool teacher

[@tatunyman242]

I remember one time in Helsinki, Finland in front of Nosturi Venue back in a day suddenly met George before CC gig and we high fived. It's weird to look back and it was all normal then compared this situation! 😄

[@kiamkuczynski6786]

Best head banger EVER

[@busterdouglas593]

I love that he has a Retaliation shirt, I wish more people liked Carnivore.

[@nayibtorrez6413]

right

[@Fabio.Enchilada]

George is such a nice, wholesome dude. He's no different in concert as well!

[@loganarmstrong8709]

His neck has atrophied slightly from a lack of touring haha

[@susanhaas2083]

When he slightly got emotional, I’m wiping tears away here at work. He’s very touching. 🤣🤣🤣🔥🔥🔥