Devin Townsend | Funeral | First Play Live

Devin Townsend performs "Funeral" for CBC Music.
.
Subscribe to our channel! / cbcmusic
CBC Music is your hub for coast-to-coast-to-coast Canadian music. Watch exclusive performances, candid interviews, and behind-the-scenes content featuring your favourite artists. Visit cbc.ca/music for more.
Follow us on Facebook: / cbcmusic
Or Twitter: / cbcmusic
Or Instagram: / cbc_music
--------------------------------------------------
Get more music, film and arts interviews at CBC's q: / qtv

[@darryllzwiers7257]

I'm not a fan of every devin song, but watching his live performances like this let's you know you're in the presence of greatness. I listen because he's just so undeniable. Even if you hated his music, you'd have to be a cretin to deny he's god-tier talented

[@ShawnFerrell]

Agreed. He's amazing and such an inspiration.

[@MrMetalDanny]

Been listening to Devin Townsend since he was in Strapping Young Lad and I had to privilege of seeing him in Ozzfest ‘06 and shortly after discovering his side project via a live video of deadhead and became immersed in his solo work this song hits home I lost my best friend of 10+ years three years ago to suicide and this song hits me in the gut thank you Devin for your beautiful music

[@idreamtoomuch9926]

When he sings I don't feel alone anymore

[@gardhul]

I think the shyly way he smiles when the crowd applauds shows how an humble and beautiful person he is...

[@KK-sc5kg]

Goodness radiates from this man. His talent is incredible, but his goodness and humor is what makes him so extraordinary. I'm so glad that I lived long enough to discover Devin back in 2016. His music has been a high point of my life ever since.

[@davidDW3434]

From heavy metal to this ............ perfection 😮

[@Selaphiel83]

For the love of God, please release this concert as a live album for streaming, CD and vinyl. Beautiful recordings and amazing music like this deserves it

[@johnmorgan7262]

The engineer for this performance needs a raise. Devin is hard to mix under the best of circumstances and the CBC is not his normal crew, I expect. This is truly a wonderful recording.

[@davidDW3434]

Let alone being the singer for STRAPPING YOUNG LAD , Devin has amazing vocal skills 🤟

[@Alexisodaigle]

The Quality of the recording is simply amazing. Thanks CBC.

[@cbcmusic]

Thanks Alexis Daigle!

[@mickrise]

@@cbcmusic I'm in Australia. Devins performance of "Bring Him Home' on this card is not available here. It would be nice if it was.

[@2kanchoo]

Yes absolutely awesome!

[@Wyst3207]

@@cbcmusic Please release a FULL recording of this live performance. PURE GOLD. Amazing recording quality!!!

[@minkorrh]

Yep. Amazing production quality. I won't credit CBC often, but you nailed it here. For once tax dollars did some good.

[@Weinmaste]

I just lost my boxer dog of 11 years last night after midnight. He died in my hands with my wife and son beside us. I feel so hollow, so empty. Like I literally lost a human son. For some reason I don't feel closure and it scares me. Devin this song is really magical and brings me comfort. I no longer will think people are weird when they lose a pet and it hits them hard, I now understand. Never knew I loved him so much til today, playing this song on repeat. Just had to get that off my chest.

[@annewick3287]

Husker you are not alone I just lost a beloved pet of 10 1/2 years. I totally understand

[@DlcLotus]

I'll be right there with you when one of my pets decide to cross that rainbow bridge. Sorry for your loss, friend.

[@thd9325]

Just when you think most youtube comments are mean...I see this wonderful interaction with you all on here. Awesome to see support out there for people when they open themselves up. Thank you all, this was pleasant to see 😊

[@Weinmaste]

Just revisited this song a year after my boxer dog Frazier passed, still hits like a truck, I want this song played at my own funeral as well, so dam beautiful

[@minkorrh]

For the love of all that is anything if not holy...............please don't ever feel bad for your emotions. That dog was as much a part of your family as a human. Cry for your friend. No one ever said that tough, hard people don't have emotions....it was all just an assumption because we can handle stuff.

[@ulfingvar1]

This dude has a way with sound that is unequalled. The songwriting and performance is, of course, impeccable, but how he uses reverb is stunning!!! It is THE icing of the cake.

[@DreamsxofxDeath]

He manipulates us all with his wall of sound. Even with the way he has his reverb set in this it blanket our ears in sound. He truly awes me.

[@tarantul-anvil3851]

I believe he uses more chorus than anything, I've heard him speak of it a few times

[@PenitusVox]

It's truly amazing how something as horrific as the death of a teenage boy could cause something as beautiful as this to come into the world.

[@mistersixtynine7399]

Written in memory of a classmate who was murdered by some other kids who wanted his hat. Killed for a goddamn HAT. What a world

[@cherylthorpe3875]

That is tragic ... but this song seems very timely given all the horrific and tragic news we are bombarded with for the past couple of weeks ... it is hauntingly beautiful and may help to calm our frazzled nerves and wounded souls ... thanks for commenting as I did not know the story behind this song ...

[@UncleAnaesthesia]

Devin Townsend has such incredible range. I was big on Strapping Young Lad, but this side of him really strikes a chord with me and I was totally not expecting that. Kudos to the man!

[@Zaq716]

You might consider looking into Casualties of Cool, which was a DT project with a softer, acoustic feel more in line with this.

[@ronaldothomejunior3702]

One of the greatest artists that ever stepped on the Earth. Nothing more. Same level than Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins.

[@joelchurchill6297]

As a fan of both Collins and Gabriel, I 100% agree

[@meanoldfatlady5071]

u jokin? He's above them loool

[@nomadman123]

Yeah he’s definitely the greatest artist, in his prime, that hardly anyone in Canada is aware of. He’s not only a great talent but an incredibly engaging, entertaining, human being, that should be celebrated in this country. I’m glad to hear that the CBC is giving him some air time.

[@robertyoung4958]

Phil Collins LOL

[@gabrielalemes5351]

Indeed he is!

[@antoineferdinand5513]

Can't believe he wrote this when he was like 16 or so, amazing and poignant song.

[@cherylthorpe3875]

Seems even more appropriate this past couple of weeks with all the tragic media stories we are bombarded with ... something to soothe our frazzled nerves and wounded souls ... hauntingly beautiful

[@nurikhadem7880]

Imagine 16 year old Devin watching Devin of today perform his song.

[@motanium]

@@cherylthorpe3875 Oh boy, your comment didn't age well in 2020

[@cherylthorpe3875]

Motanum 2020 has been soul crushing in far too many ways ... watching it all unfold as a critical care nurse ... it breaks my heart 💔

[@MrWizwag]

Setlist 0:00 Funeral

[@adventureswithnate]

My mom passed away 27 years ago today. This album that Devin created got me through. This song especially holds a special place in my heart.

[@jimbob20051]

Once again I am reduced to tears... Masterpiece, master of sound. I don't think I would be here without Devin's music. Just like so many other people, Devin's music has changed my life for the better.

[@cbcmusic]

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

[@geddyleesowlnose]

Spirits will collide like this would be amazing..

[@caitlinodwyer9295]

Love ur username lol

[@christinetrefalt]

It was amazing to witness this live..

[@cbcmusic]

Thanks for being there!

[@toddders1427]

A human who shows that we have multiple sides. His music is to the bone - truth.

[@Wyd4]

I was fortunate enough to see him perform this song (in this format) from the front row in Melbourne and it was breathtaking. Hair literally standing on my arms. It was amazing.

[@cbcmusic]

Thanks for sharing!

[@jaredsparr8536]

He is pretty awesome in person. And truly humble.

[@uberdruid]

Me too. Front row as well. He was absolutely amazing

[@Iamhere12333]

I would be in a very dark place without your music Dev

[@icemancometh74]

I have repeatedly talked to Canadians who have never even heard of Devy. I find that extremely perplexing. A supreme musical genius. And having met him, I know he's also an incredibly nice and warm person. They say never meet your heroes, but I'm really grateful I got to meet Devin

[@Saintpanda26]

Devin is such an inspiring, remarkable talent.

[@VandelayKavorka]

DEVIN TOWNSEND = MUSICAL GENIUS

[@travisgibson79]

I thought I liked the original live version but...this is a whole new song. Wow 👏 😮

[@cbcmusic]

He really brings it to another level live. Cheers!

[@mcdcurtis]

Glad to see Devin finally get some recognition in Canada!!!

[@joshd270]

Absolutely the greatest musician on earth

[@AntiPattern123]

I cry every time when I hear this piece

[@chubthebishop]

I have heard this performed by him a few times, but man this version legitimately has me in tears

[@baumansound]

SO good!!!! It was a mind blowing experience (and I keep getting distracted by myself in the bottom there haha). This was a very unique experience! And got to talk to Devin... He is not just a genius, he is also EXTREMELY nice, very attentive, carries on a conversation when talking to someone... truly emphatic.... was unforgettable!

[@Bobsikus]

this "acoustic" version of this song is really strong..

[@machinegunmessiah8038]

something in his voice just brings instant tears to the eyes...the "tear note", thank god he doesn't use the brown note

[@MegaStevie1990]

Wow. What an incredibly mind blowing performance. We are truly lucky to have him in this lifetime!

[@dermikeh]

Is it too cliched to say that Devin's a once in a generation talent? How about if I really mean it?

[@dermikeh]

@@crust6120 Change my mind

[@dermikeh]

@@crust6120 I'm not terribly enamored with black metal. Very good musicians, but their creative range and construction lacks what it takes to grab my attention.

[@subarufreak4237]

Devin and Trent Reznor are two of the greatest songwriters in the last few decades in my opinion. Are there artists that I listen to more? Absolutely! But those two guys are basically our modern day versions of great composers like Bach and Beethoven.

[@dermikeh]

@@subarufreak4237 High praise. Of course we all have our preferences, but talent can't be denied.

[@intraterrestrial5035]

He's one of em, that's for sure... That's a status that comes down to song writing ability, performance skill, quantity of output, manner of conducting himself with others, and philosophy that drives it all (in no particular order).

[@MarcelZeboHommes]

The vocal reach of Devin is truly amazing.

[@martinslvsten428]

Wow. That was really pink floyd-esque. It was touching and mesmerizing.

[@SliverCAN]

One of the most underrated Canadian musicians, maybe ever.

[@BreckKitts]

Taken from a recent interview on the Metal Hammer site: "But the most stirring songs on Ocean Machine are those that confront that cruel plane of existence head on. Life, a sonically uplifting rumination on the preciousness of existence, and Funeral, a hymn-like address punctuated with desperate cries, were written following the death of 16-year-old schoolmate Jesse Cadman. On the evening of October 18, 1992, he was senselessly stabbed. “He was killed walking home by a group of kids that wanted his hat,” says Devin quietly. Though Devin and Jesse weren’t close, Devin was good friends with Jesse’s sister. He also played in local band Grey Skies, of which Jesse was a fan. When it came to organising his funeral, the Cadmans asked Devin to speak in church - something that left an indelible impact on him. “I hadn’t experienced death in a tangible way prior to that, so when we went to the funeral and I had to speak, I remember I hadn’t anticipated they were gonna bring the body out, and I just panicked,” he says. “I couldn’t cope with it, and I wasn’t alone in that, either. It was a real heavy time for a lot of people, because it was our first experience with that sort of thing, and it was senseless. It affected my teen years profoundly.” Jesse’s parents became involved in youth work and politics, and Devin is moved to learn that his mum, Dona Cadman, has publicly spoken alongside the mother of her son’s killer. “It’s a testament to the parts of the human condition that are worth fighting for,” he says."

[@CammedFox]

This performance gives me chills.

[@FaithsFallen]

Devins voice WHAT a gift WOW!

[@Porta6677]

I'm so in love with this song.

[@KjeXXXer]

When you're feeling a bit down and you're just lying around listening to another Devin video and its nice and its starting to get to you and then his voice just SOARS

[@050sniper]

This is the type of atmosphere i wish i was in forever nice warmth feeling inside my stomach, Slight jaw ache from smiling and feeling comfy, To let my mind rest from all its over the top irrashional mind rides that only seem to be at ease with this type of atmosphere. I love Devins musicianship and humor.

[@minkorrh]

OMG. He's as amazing a performer in an acoustic setting and as powerful (in a different sense) as his live gigs. Order Of Canada Please.

[@digibirder]

A beautiful poignant song. Chokes me up to hear it.

[@Arapuks]

Beautiful version of a beautiful song.

[@Amavere]

This is the one song on this planet that can convey all the feelings I felt a little over a year ago, which have never really gone away, and this acoustic rendition is just as powerful, if not more so, than the original. Cheers, Dev. Keep kicking ass, my dude.

[@Weinmaste]

May I ask why or what you felt a year ago, I'm just curious. I only ask because we just lost my dog, died in my hands, feeling so hollow, like I lost a human, this song helps a lot. Cheers.

[@profoundsinger]

It’s hard to put into words what this song just did to me...unbelievable

[@cbcmusic]

His music has power, that's for sure.

[@Sc-tch]

Devin donated the guitar he's playing here to Gojira's auction through Propeller in 2021 to raise money for indigenous people in Brazil. That guitar is the prototype for his signature Empath guitar by Prestige. What a mensch!

[@franlovelsimic8421]

Breathtaking rendition of one of my all time songs.

[@cbcmusic]

Thanks for watching!

[@deathrider7]

Amazing man with an amazing voice.

[@Porta6677]

This is directly sang for the soul. Breathtakingly stunningly beautiful!!!

[@lukebeatty3065]

This made me cry. So good

[@rodechsyrinx1406]

If he existed centuries ago: he'd be revered as a God of music. And I would be one of his worshippers

[@cbcmusic]

There are likely fans who revere him as a God of music in the present.

[@John10781]

Thanks for sharing cbc. Devy is certainly one of the most important performers of this generation.

[@cbcmusic]

Agreed!

[@GiladSteinberger]

This is amazing at so many different levels!!

[@differenttigers]

It would be awesome to see Dev on q, I'd love to see Tom Power interview him.

[@sdws91]

Just discovered Devin. Speechless and in awe.

[@JonTimi]

My best friend Sammy died in a car crash 25 years ago. This song has carried me through the grief ever since. Thank you, Devin

[@christopher6101]

I really love the way Devin keeps his reverby guitar sound for his acoustic shows, it gives the songs this floating, ethereal quality

[@brileystewart]

God this is a wonderful track. I’m in love.

[@eniacx64]

Damn, that's beautiful

[@AnimeshDasAsmo]

Thanks CBC and Devin for these. I experienced this set live in Bombay, India. And while the night remains unforgettable, these videos will help the show and tell.

[@Godsknight72002]

This man always seems to impress me every time i listen to him. Simply amazing song and performance.

[@sleuthed]

Seen him live three times and look forward to many more. Devin's an absolute god among men.

[@rolandlemus203]

Canadians give birth to some incredible talent! Love DTP, insightful, emotional journeys, crescendos, what more can you ask? Love it! Devin is incredible, his fomating of songs is intense! sp.s. "home" lyric, Seems to be a topic he likes as an anchor in his songs, interesting.....

[@FriesinNF]

Ein Meisterwerk! Aktuell der beste Sänger!

[@austinborders550]

Back in March my brother passed away. Coincidentally, his name was also Devin. His music has gotten me through some of the hardest times of my life. Thanks Heavy Devy; you are appreciated.

[@ericstalnaker2803]

Sorry for your loss man.

[@WhatsGoinOnMate]

So sorry for your loss Austin, stay strong 💪 mate

[@leemackay888]

My older and only brother died in August of 1986... I'm sorry you have to go through this man. Much love and respect to you and your family .

[@danielrogers2470]

Wowwwwwwww, Dev is just amazing, beautiful song

[@denisefinlay7443]

One word - BEAUTIFUL !

[@DlcLotus]

This sounds so beautiful.

[@AkiraSpectrum]

Devin Townsend is an amazing talent.

[@believer2223]

I'm speechless at the beauty of this♥️

[@annewick3287]

Going to my best friends funeral and listening to this. Devin thank you for your music and for your heart of gold. You beautiful human being you!! In all of your humanity thank you man

[@-IYN-]

one of my top 100 fav songs made by Devin! 2:29... holy that was brilliant reharmonisation!

[@ferox965]

One of our most important artists. Townsend is royalty.

[@devintownsendonsteroids7404]

I'm a super buff Devin Townsend from another dimension. Ziltoid introduced me to my alternate self's music. Its FANTASTIC.

[@777hexed448]

I got the chills so many times during this song.

[@Zhgarr]

The part at 6 minutes in reminds me of Mars Attacks, the part where the guy drives around with his gramp's record player that blows up the Martian heads. 😁

[@naj5999]

Goddamn man, the production on this is stellar. Wish I could get a live sound like this....half Dev's talent would be nice too.

[@moebius5396]

He produces every one of his live sessions too :) such an awesome bean he is.

[@PrincesSmusicProject]

... just feeling so sad and happy at the same time. Devin can do this too.

[@89saur]

thank you Mr. Townsend... for your soul touching inner self

[@anonwara]

Ethereal and haunting

[@DrPetr-yl7mx]

Yessss

[@jiivesuli6669]

masterpiece of performance and music, thank you' =)

[@destiny-theseries]

Devin is a genius more people need to know about.

[@andresmafla4487]

Besautiful!

[@shirleycampbellclair9876]

Would love to hear the Sound of Silence sung by Devin

[@dragos_irl]

With tears of pleasure I am listening to this song at the moment. Wouw, wouw 💯❤

[@allanlincoln9089]

This song cleared my soul...

[@psychodiver]

Magnanimous

[@_waveseven_]

The ultimate lad

[@joshd270]

A strapping lad some would say

[@josueisidoro6939]

I love the reverb

[@GooseKaiju]

He really has a masterful command of sound even casually

[@DlcLotus]

The way his voice becomes the background ambiance at 1:00 is genius.

[@jebbiew97]

If I don't dance to this at my wedding, I did something wrong. I feel so much with this song alone...

[@MrAzureMosty]

the chills are real!