Converse x Decibel Collaboration: Hanging with Phil Anselmo

Down frontman and rock legend Phil Anselmo discusses boxing, running, Housecore Records and living in New Orleans in the latest installment of Converse x Decibel.

[@paulmader1052]

I don't care what people say about Phil he is a awesome guy

[@Steveo3332]

Damn rite brother CFH for life Stronger Than All Getcha Pull. The ones that talk s*** about Phil. Are jealous of him.

[@Steveo3332]

The only thing I'm jealous of Phil is if it's bad ass f****** scream. And I love how people want to talk s*** about him he don't have it no more. I think he sounds pretty goddamn good still

[@Steveo3332]

Do you have any Pantera tattoos? I have a dime tattoo on my left forearm and a Pantera leg.if you want to send me a friend request on Facebook. You can if you want

[@serialkiller9642]

@@Steveo3332 you must be the best cashier at 7-11

[@Steveo3332]

@@serialkiller9642 what is that supposed to mean?

[@unscarredbytrials1767]

“The day gets better, which means the week gets better, which means the month gets better”...... The words that got me off heroin..... Thanks phill

[@karlchuckberry]

Unscarred By Trials good to hear man. Keep it up. Still battling myself. Just can’t break that cycle man.

[@xavierouellet3748]

Unscarred By Trials good job man ! hope it get better every day

[@midnightflyer7510]

plaguelock If you stay clean for a while and relapse, be ever so careful not to dose at the same level you left off at!!! I lost my best friend last year from that and I think anyone with experience knows this, including him, but it seems too easy to do! Either that or he just decided to nod out and not come back! I think multiple attempts to get clean started to way on him! Stay strong brother!

[@wood4life]

Kicking in jail is a bad experience.

[@NEWSUPERCHARGER]

the words that have gotten me off of sugar, alcohol, drugs, distraction and negative habits. I'm freaking stoked that I'm reminded of my passion for living and taking chances with your passions of life.

[@t.o.mcconnell4001]

Phil is so authentic. He has Converse come over, and rocks his Vans!

[@huzztv18]

GLAD SOMEONE NOTICED THAT hahaha

[@primalconcretesledge3137]

What a fucking great voice on him. If I had that voice I'd be talking to myself all day just to hear it.

[@Alfador42]

LOLZ right?!

[@Klanecawker]

Powder Keg your an idiot

[@ricklepick5134]

“Your an idiot” LOL

[@Paniekzaaiertje]

If you talk just to hear your voice, you have nothing to say.

[@primalconcretesledge3137]

@@Paniekzaaiertje Do you write fortune cookies for a living?

[@avsky837]

He's honestly a legend in metal up there with Ozzy at this point. He's done so much to define the genre and progress it.

[@shanemiller2046]

Jonas Ernest. A legend.... But Ozzy? No man. BS created metel. Pantera just pulled it out of a slump. Don't get me wrong. Pantera is my fav and I am from NOLA so you know Imma fan of Phil's. They just werent there to kick it ofd like BS was. Had they been there......No doubt.

[@kuzrahfan2004]

@Goat but he does he just said they didn't create it. I don't even listen to black Sabbath and pantera is and forever will be my favorite

[@deadinsidemcgee411]

Agreed, he’s a legend, but not on the level of Ozzy

[@doublezero3338]

@Goat we see tge impact. However nothing like sabbath or ozzy. FuckNo

[@cactaceous]

Up there with Ozzy?! Yeah, not quite my man. Not quite.

[@endoffate5475]

That's the words of a man who went to hell and back to find peace and wisdom.

[@crusnikrage2337]

the ONLY way out is through

[@arcodesign0]

@@crusnikrage2337 thruth

[@jerryk7862]

I was thinking the same thing "the words of a man who went to hell and back"

[@nekrohell8540]

long live phil you are the best

[@eyellgeteven9928]

It's refreshing to watch a vid about Phil and read the comments and there is very little shit talking about him for like the first time ever.

[@phill6646]

Haters are gonna hate

[@dw9549]

Messed up person, but the man when it comes to Metal vocals

[@costantinoandruzzi2219]

I've just discovered the deep, spiritual, and philosophical side to Phil's personality. What a surprise!

[@lol4793]

Same here, I'm kinda surprised

[@NavidKhan84]

Wisdom from Age

[@johnnyscifi]

Heh...same

[@Steveo3332]

Right I was surprised when I first watch this to.

[@Steveo3332]

I did not think it was Phil at first to us see the cfh tattoo and strength tattoo on the head.

[@smom25]

Phil is such an inspiration. Badass yet very kind.

[@karlchuckberry]

When he was feeding the ducks I was expecting to see a wild Dave Hill running with the sword of truth.

[@aafisher100]

Haha same

[@RENEGADO_FANTASMA]

🤣🤣🤣

[@joeythejoey5206]

It’s the Sword of Ghouls and Sword of Truth. But that would’ve been awesome.

[@patryk2905]

It's nice to see him sober, finally.

[@johnnynbk]

@@Atmkthndr I think sober from heroin, still drinks.

[@chucklove8709]

@@johnnynbk i pretty sure he quit drinking late 2018. Idk if that's true tho. Smokes hella weed.

[@kevinmurtagh4996]

Ice Kube Qwerty The consensus I’ve gotten from the most recent interviews and podcasts is that he successfully quit drinking in mid-2016, but he still smokes weed. These are his own words at least. He definitely sounds more lucid and not-drunk is any interviews or videos since late-2016. He’s obviously caused himself some permanent damage, which is why he still has that natural slurred speech. But it’s a far cry from when he was openly inebriated before late-2016. He wasn’t stated this aspect himself, but I get the feeling that the DimeBash incident in January 2016 was probably a big part of what led him to really take quitting drinking seriously, whether it’s conscious or not. Just my take on it.

[@daveyboy8907]

johnny memory does not drink at all man, He quit about 3 years ago.. Smokes weed and I think thats it these days.. PHA

[@PIPA1302]

ONLY HIM KNOWS THAT, AND MAYBE HIS GIRLFRIEND, AND THIS IS NOT ALWAYS THE CASE, I COULD SPEAK FOR HOURS, HOW MANY TIMES I'VE LIED WHEN I WAS A WRECK, I'm not saying Phil is doing dope, i think everybody can see that, BUT SOBER IS A HARSH WORD MY FRIEND...

[@emeraldcelestial1058]

I don't think I've ever had an initial worse impression of someone to eventually completely loving someone. For YEARS I didn't like Pantera, but I LOVED the guitar work by Dimebag... Now I just love Phil as an inspiring force of nature.

[@Rdfelic]

Does this fucking dude age? Phil's a bad ass

[@avalondreaming1433]

No he doesn't, but have you seen Rex?

[@ashleyp287]

I know right!!!

[@AbbieThoms]

Best interview ever with this great man.

[@Elinasuperkar]

I really love him from my heart...

[@eyellgeteven9928]

Me too. He gets a lot of shit dumped on him that he doesn't deserve...and some he does, but I know deep down he's a good guy.

[@tetsusiega2]

I never in a million years would I have bet my money on Phil out living and being healthier than the rest of em.

[@gabeackerman4964]

I think the Abbott brothers deaths? Kinda saved him in a way. Idk...just what I think.

[@Brendan656]

If Dime was alive today theres a very good chance his health would be horrible due to his major alcoholism

[@user-kp1ry3so2s]

@@gabeackerman4964 agree with you. As sad as it is you could be right

[@CaptainSpaulding83]

phil has been my hero basically my entire life. my older brother turned me on to metal when i was in like kindergarten and he looks a lot like phil and my big bro was the coolest and toughest dude i knew. im a 29 year old turd now with two herniated discs and sciatica and had to use a cane for almost a year. this video was pretty awesome

[@partidocomunistadespringfi8533]

RE-SPECT

[@1victoriag]

He's a beautiful man.

[@thanethagreat]

I have grown up around addicts of all sorts and have never seen someone go so deep over the edge and comeback and display the sheer will that Phil has, love this guy

[@ClutchPlayNation]

There's a lot to take away from this video. I've been a huge fan of Phil for years, but this video is motivational on a level that not many others are. Hearing some of this stuff from a guy like Phil really brings it home.

[@truthstorm9879]

I used to hate Phil and now all I wanna do is shake his hand and talk to him while we feed his ducks or something. 😆 He just seems like a genuinely cool dude.

[@virtualparasite]

That's love Bro.

[@Dalton13]

How could you hate this man?!?! The guy is the absolute best!

[@hungryfilms3707]

2:44 all the vocal work and singing Phil has done and yet this is my favourite sound he’s ever made.

[@fbiopenup8371]

Same 😂❤

[@rockdog2843]

Phils bone marrow is magnetic.The man is metal through the BONE -period! I can see him being an awesome metal producer in the studio.I wish him great success with his bands and prospects!

[@christophergallipeau76]

It's not metallic,its fucking electric

[@chrisgreen1904]

So happy to see Phil getting healthy. His music is an inspiration and has completely changed my life, getting through times I wouldn't wish upon my worst enemy. Thank you for staying alive

[@TheManwithafan]

9:26 Crocs for the metal

[@DarkFoX750]

The only guy that can rock crocs and still look like a tough son a bitch!

[@deadinsidemcgee411]

Just so long as he didn’t wear socks

[@vapordreams983]

Chuck Schuldiner used to wear sandals onstage.

[@saintsrown]

I think is more of a Louisiana thing...

[@nwjones1]

Good interview. I live through the woods from him and he's very approachable. He doesn't know me but you can always say hey to him at the store.

[@Dalton13]

You still live by him? Have you been able to speak with him yet?!? What a cool fuckin neighbor you have. I want to strangle mine lol.

[@adamturner1563]

ICON of rebirth and strength. The pillar in my youth and present day

[@pameladiez4933]

You are very fortunate,because you still are standing tall,and you are telling us about it.thank you Phil your fans love you always.i am glad you as an artist.you are in a good place in your life.i wish nothing but the best for you.🤘😁💖🌟🤑🎊🤪💡👍

[@MetalBaller83]

This was Phil absolutely stone cold friggin’ sober. It’s amazing to see him like that. It reminds me of the Phil from 1991-93. Sharp, funny, laidback, lighthearted, but still absolutely driven. (No pun intended actually) Very cool to see.

[@MrSNESChalmers]

Sad that Converse and Decibel did a better doc on this guy than VH1, who made him out to be this fucking monster. Phil is deh real.

[@LaserGadgets]

Approachable.....still have to hold back tears and blood from the eyes recalling THEY FORGOT ABOUT ME on that meet and greet. Was damn hard to rock in front row. Next time Phil.

[@08superbee]

My man 🔥🔥

[@andreadonald1414]

"I'm a Big, Giant, Nerdy Fan!" ME TOO!!

[@patriciahomenchak6688]

Thank you Phil for showing everyone what the adult in the room does in life. You have always been my favorite. My daughter is trying to get off drugs and she is using Phil as her guide. Never let the assholes break you 🤘 Thank you for everything over the years

[@mattconway6814]

"i been a fortunate man" :)

[@johnrocket9188]

phil makes me proud to be from new orleans

[@ronarmitage533]

The Kid left his mark. He is a good dude. I respect the way he has handled the past and what we all lost. I was pissed at him for years. Time has showed me his real heart. Much respect Brother.

[@therevolution91]

One of the biggest rock stars/ vocalists of all times. And a funny one. 😂 🤟

[@juanantoniocarmonacamacho3344]

He ia not a rockstar, he is a normal person down to earth and human

[@justinwesterman4389]

You have to go through it to live it I had back surgery at age 23 never 100% again in life lost 25 kg ended up having 7 boxing bouts in my 30,s all the best phil

[@justinkrann7406]

Hes legit. Hes genuine. He rules.

[@hermanmelville3871]

"You lose ducks."

[@Megamare1]

Phil is real, no BS an full RESPECT👊🏽🖤

[@GridDownSurvival]

Phil has evolved so much.. very cool to see!!🤘👍

[@poisonousy]

Being a fellow child of '68 and having been through a lot of the same thoughts and feelings as Phil, I sure wish that I could meet him again with my head on straight. Like the others said, all and only the best wishes for Phil. God Bless

[@thomasbardwell4151]

I always thought Phil was tough speaking badass... but I think he is a nice guy... and it looks like he is clean and sober!! Good for him!!!

[@porkchop803scwilliams9]

Tased awake every fucking day of my life,,,I felt your pain, keep on shinning King Phil

[@Hephepkharumnuid]

I love phil man..the real dude🤟

[@midwayer11]

“Perception is one thing. REALITY is a whole other animal.” Pearls of wisdom from a dude who,s been through some shit. Fuckin thanks Man. 🙏🔥🔥🔥

[@DadpoolM46]

This is one of my most favorite interviews with The Kid, to listen to each morning and start my day

[@kerryfischer9879]

We are fortunate to have you Phil, after all you've been through man were happy to have you around.

[@kylesyverson286]

My all-time favorite!

[@DadpoolM46]

My absolute most favorite musician, performer and personality in the music world. Been a fan since Cowboys and still a fan of The Illegals and his Housecore label. I need to get one of the #PhilsEyesLogo #Hoodies.

[@BIGD-gj1vb]

Good to see him sober. Addiction is a beast. Especially when it's all you've ever known. Best wishes phillip!

[@samporter7018]

I got so much respect for Phil hes been through hell and back but keeps on living incredibly talented singer and a genuine heart

[@sickdrummer3831]

I am a full time Drummer and I’ve had 7 back surgeries ending in a 13 level fused spine with rods and screws. 3 hip replacement surgeries as well. I have had to re learn how to walk and it’s been a heel of a ride. Giving up was never an option for me. Point is DONT EVER GIVE UP ON LIFE! Stay strong and get some

[@swampshack1018]

Holy fuck, you’re a legend - keep up that positivity man, genuinely inspiring

[@jablescreed]

Phil..if you’re listening. ❤️🙏🎼 ✌️

[@shelbyclaar4093]

Phil I 💚 You!!!! 💚💚💚💚 Been trying to meet U forever...Closest I got was in Wiconsin Everyone got quiet & I screamed I 💚 You 😉...Im from Pittsburgh...but went to see You there too! I feel for You hardcore & I hope You Heal - in Everyway & many blessings come!!! Been A Phil Lover for at least 30 yrs. I'm on 45 now & Hope You keep touring!!!!! Keep Boxing 💚 boxing.... Please..please Be good to Yourself 💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚 Love Always ~ Shelbz

[@lagattolla]

Thank you Phil. Now as in the past.

[@TheDarkJackal1000]

Could listen to this guy talk for days

[@dieselgrandpa4181]

The word you were struggling to not use is blessed, I am religious and I do love metal. You definitely have a talent and one of my favorite metal voices. Yahweh is real and you are blessed, each day the father gives us is a blessing. Peace to you brother.

[@therevolution91]

🙏 you, Phil. A true hero & a living legend. 💜 🤟

[@sundeflector2402]

Phil is a symbol of how legends exist on earth....how motivating, inspiring, genuine and positive one can be! A true Metalhead.

[@PauloJorgeMonteiro]

His speech has progressed very positively. So many times I have seen his interviews with a blurred speech. Good for you Phil!

[@kingcyanide6194]

A true pro in the "industry" a student in life... he's humble and grounded his songs/lyrics have moved me for over 2 decades now I love the dude and will always support his projects/bands etc...

[@tangoarmy]

Solid dude much respect.

[@cyclopsvideo1]

Man,Ive seen Pantera 5 times live,godly.Phil's been thru alot.To see how he has evolved is inspiring.It's called evolution-going forward not back.Cant wait for his solo album and biography,he's always interesting to listen to.

[@jt624]

Phil......damn it is great to see him back on track, cleaned up, healthy, lean, and mentally sharp as a knife. Much respect Phil. You practice what you preach. Stay motivated and stay positive. It's where you come from.

[@TheAvatarVV]

well said

[@daveyboy8907]

Had to come back for my motivational speech from PHA...

[@sengaija]

Seen so many interviews with Phil over the years, this is hands down the best one. Awesome.

[@orrymr]

5:15 - "Pineal Gland" written on wall - just about the headstock of the guitar, surrounded by exclamation marks. I guess this is where Superjoint's "The Alcoholik" music vid was shot

[@laynestaley2563]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻 3RD EYE!

[@shawncardin4962]

Side of Phil I've never seen...gives me hope for myself....here's to gettin off dope....2 days in...this made today seem easier.Thank You Phil!

[@phill6646]

Hope you stayed with it.. here's some words that somebody wrote that stuck out to me: I'm not a 100% but who is? I lose a little sleep but who doesn't? I wake up unmotivated and a little weak but so does everyone else. That's just part of life. Remember this and go beat that addiction! Long live Phill and PANTERA

[@LemonLimeSqueeze]

He's such a down to earth, cool guy. Definitely an inspiration to us all.

[@Dalton13]

Your name kicks ass.

[@swahiliburger]

I think Phil is the only person who could possibly ever wear crocs

[@carlostello4576]

Legend...!

[@do-yothang2414]

He's so amazing and brilliant! I'm so sorry about his back.

[@axelpteeg]

Phil is a true Music fan and a great human being . Love and power to you Phil

[@carlossandoval2974]

Man! Looong time since I ßaw an interview with this guy being this sober, lucid and strong. I want to see him on top again. Best wishes.

[@thedadyouneverhadchannel3544]

carlos sandoval you must not watch a lot of what he does then.

[@theopoiesis]

Wonderful interview. Phil Anselmo? The Man 💪🏻

[@nc139]

Phil played at Slayers last tour. We saw him in Asheville, 2019. He was genuinely grateful to be there and it was awesome to see him.

[@ericanthony1982]

Hilarious to watch people fight the urge to say they’re religious or have been blessed, love ya Phil!!

[@cobyporschifer221]

Having a major injury to your back/spine. Can be debilitating. It's very easy to take pain killers as a quick fix. Then they don't work anymore and you start taking more and more. Now your fight 2 things. The pain and addiction. To come back from addiction with major pain issues is a MAJOR accomplishment. My deepest respect for all that have traveled this road. It can be done. Phil is proof. Good Vibes 🤘

[@juliantorres8818]

I wish I would have seen this a long time ago

[@rob8482]

Phil is a real person! Love ya, man!

[@BudgePZ]

Im a vocalist in the band, and I fucking truly admire this man. My biggest inspiration!

[@OpalOmen-OpalOmen]

I really wish Phil could only know how much I appreciate the message of strength he's put out and who he is. He's my biggest influence and I wish to find peace toward the second half of my life in a way he has. From music to simply just existing and finding wisdom he is just a wonderful person

[@driekone]

Man, Phil is really fucking smart too. He's a bit of a philosopher, and I love it. He is an inspiration of strength.

[@lifeontheskaterside]

Before I die I just wanna tell Phil about how much of an inspiration he is to me.

[@ShadowLord3220]

What a great guy! So much wisdom

[@ufcfan921]

Such a great fucking guy man. Nothing but down to earth and laid back.

[@LaserGadgets]

On that thumb and first video frame right here, he looks like twenty fuckin five dammit xD

[@setheast2773]

Thank you Phil for doing what you're doing and promoting these guys out there that are trying to make it and produce good music. Got good memories here seeing you and your brothers days and I've had all your albums that all of you all made in the past. Good influence in my life. I'm more of a percussionist but I damn sure have played every instrument and I used to scream my heart out just like you at parties with my friends. We would play sometimes until the sun come up playin Pantera songs Primus White zombie no effects and a huge list everything that we could. We had some really good parties and really good covers. Glad that you and wrecks got together and got this going again

[@xenalin1]

My speakers can't register Phil's voice...

[@RussX5Z]

Wow this is probably the best and most genuine interview or side I'd seen of Phil Anselmo! Best interview ever. Its refreshing to take a look at Phil's personal life and realize that he truly is a down to earth and genuine person. I feel very bad for his back pain though. He is such a trooper, he makes me look like an idiot when I complain about small things. And its also good to see that he is very positive, light hearted, and most of all genuine as how he always was.

[@Naktikok]

one of the best interviews i've seen in a while. Wish all the best for the guy, he deserves it.

[@greydecember1]

Thats a good piece. Might be my favorite Phil Piece since Loyola.

[@rikosimmo]

Wise words from a man who has made an indelible mark on my life with Pantera

[@jamestgreyiv]

Phil is the man. It’s a pleasure to listen to him spread wisdom.

[@mitigiant5328]

Love you Phill 🤘🏻

[@jessejameslv702]

I never expected to hear Phil Anselmo say "I love animals and nature".

[@thedigitalemotion]

This guy is as real as you get. 💯