Devin Townsend | Hyperdrive | First Play Live

Devin Townsend performs "Hyperdrive" for CBC Music.
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[@digibirder]

One of the greatest things about Devin Townsend is he's just a local boy, and also a world-class artist, all in one. He engages with you on a personal, human level. Yet he manages to make music for the whole human race.

[@da-p6814]

we all enjoy a wild colonial boy

[@andrestricker4118]

He already did during SYL times but in a much more offensive way ;)

[@jaymz_rg1003]

@@andrestricker4118 Lmao 😂 Yes, he did.

[@grayesmith9774]

Perfect

[@inkagiz]

Spot on, my man. -John from Steveston

[@Duke_Sliscus]

Devin Townsend is a national treasure.

[@binlagin]

this x 239482390842903480234908234

[@rerditirerthz5568]

Universal*

[@jaymz_rg1003]

@@rerditirerthz5568 Yes, it would be selfish for Canada to keep him for themselves.

[@joshd270]

Multi dimensional

[@clemencegrumble6531]

It's just him and one guitar, and it still sounds like a God singing in a dream

[@cbcmusic]

His talent knows no bounds :)

[@HardKore5250]

We are gods we might as well get good at it.

[@minkorrh]

@@cbcmusicThe most truthful thing from CBC in quite a while.

[@OKay-lu8jq]

Representing Canada with a song about rivers, cold nights and being apologetic!

[@Audard]

He is representing music. Why bring race into this? How narrow minded are you?

[@scorba3]

@@Audard Canadian is not a race

[@lukanikolic9522]

@@Audard also entirely missed the point and a great example of good humor, take a chill pill

[@conz1012]

Audard is full of fun

[@LakeLeePrism]

I heard he was drunk and his kid almost drowned in a river while he wasn't watching him and that's what this song is about and also why he got sober.

[@Sc-tch]

I own the very guitar that Devy is playing here. It's the prototype guitar for his Empath acoustic, and it's possibly my most prized possession. :)

[@monicaa.4378]

All of Devin's music from the screaming metal, to the soft acoustic, and the dramatic musical songs, hit parts of my soul. Things light up in me and it is just so magical. ❤

[@franlovelsimic8421]

His acoustic renditions are so underrated. Absolutely stellar artist and an eternal inspiration.

[@cbcmusic]

Yes! Which is your favourite acoustic rendition?

[@minkorrh]

Great yes, but no comparison to the live, electric event. Just look here on the TUBE

[@authormichellefranklin]

Give Devy the Order of Canada, please. Our metal ambassador

[@UncleAnaesthesia]

Get the petition going, I'll def sign. Petitions now make it to the House of Commons much easier in the digital era.

[@EdBMetal]

👍👍👍

[@jarshall2]

I love that Devin is featured on CBC. He’s our best export since Rush.

[@minkorrh]

@@mohammedebaad1685 Do tell us what your best export was.

[@kramersurfer5280]

As ive said before Devy is a Genre on his own.......

[@arivana10]

This man has created his own musical genre called “Devy”. Why hasn’t this been done yet?? This needs to happen now!

[@UmidHasanov]

We all love you, you talented goofball :)

[@knotid]

What a fucking master of the stage is Mr. Townsend. A perfect interpretation of this powerful song in a moody acoustical masterpiece.

[@TheStallionforce]

Hilarious that metal is never covered on CBC until it is "unplugged." Then it is suddenly 'serious music' worthy of inclusion.

[@jesselewis7347]

True, maybe Unleash The Archers should do an unplugged set...

[@MegaTantrum42]

I guess they want to see how stripped down version sounds. if Still good = serious music

[@Psymon1471]

I guess they assume unplugged appeals to more people

[@drewboo925]

I was star struck when he came to Dallas. I know he’s human just like me but his music expanded my mind so much I was just blown away how close I was to a person that changed me for the better. Fuckin rock n roll

[@CammedFox]

As an American, I will forever be thankful for my three favorite Canadian exports: Rush, Devin Townsend, and the Trailer Park Boys

[@julioluiz]

man of culture

[@kirbylouisjeune8462]

Give the people behind the mix a round of applause. That reeverb and echo was AMAZING

[@Tio-Nino]

Thank you Lisa.

[@julioluiz]

of course Devin did it himself

[@kitpalmer1583]

I love that in every one of those videos he comments on how much echo there is 😂

[@rockerboy_2049]

If you told me I could only listen to this song forever on repeat for the rest of my life... I'd be perfectly okay with that. This makes me feel so many things, nostalgia, rebirth, beauty, resolution, peace, calm... so many good things.

[@DerekHunt]

How does this only have 51k views? It's one of the best songs ever written and Dev's performance here is perfect. Also, why did 9 people thumbs this performance down? Remember: horray for love and you can find a new way.

[@cbcmusic]

We're glad you're one of the 51k!

[@baumansound]

Hah! Me rocking out in the bottom is distracting me! Hhaha. This was AMAZING to see live. Everyone go see his acoustic show. The atmosphere is epic!

[@calebknott8021]

Every performer is glad to see someone rocking out, you made the event special for Devin with your enthusiasm

[@EdBMetal]

Holy shit this is giving me goosebumps

[@barmetler]

He emanates such positive energy, listening to him and seeing him just makes me happy

[@keinchu]

His voice is drug!

[@MrDumpitout]

I tried showing my friends and number of his albums a couple of months ago and they couldn't get into it, but now all of them have been listening to him regularly.

[@frances2912]

Nice work!

[@KnoxParanormal]

Blows my mind how perfect his music is.

[@rachelroberts3131]

Just can’t even get my head around how perfect this is!

[@juilescieg]

I got shivers.

[@The-LongRoad-Home]

David, you really are the Indiana Jones of lost gems. You continue to expand in a world of bought and paid for. Don't ever stop please

[@tehSalvia]

he's so cool and unique😭

[@Teds1223]

Don’t know if it was the sound engineer or Devin just being phenomenal when it comes to; recording, performing, producing etc. But this recording and mix is amazing!

[@heyitsfp]

According to CBC, Devin actually did the mixing.

[@Teds1223]

Francois Provost he really knows his stuff

[@torspomedia5861]

Damn these goosebumps. There aren't words to describe how awesome Devy is. Lovelovelove.

[@offroaders123]

THIS is the video that reaction channels should watch next 😊

[@JM-db8ez]

Beautiful spirit.

[@GastonMTG]

Yesssss so good. Great song. This man is amazing.

[@-IYN-]

Devin is pure music genius. Will never forget the moment I bought "Sex & Religion" (S. Vai) when I was 13... back in 1993. Devin on vocals. Blew my mind although I was into death metal already. Changed my life.

[@Eff_dawg_]

That was the first time I ever heard of him as well. been a fan ever since

[@richsellers8144]

The brilliant Steve Vai saw then the burgeoning musical genius and phenomenal vocalist that time has subsequently revealed Devin to be...my favorite individual musician of my 55 years of living on this rotating sphere...and it started with the Sex and Religion CD when it initially came out.

[@christinetrefalt]

Looking back at me made me lol. I was really happy! Cant wait for the next show!!

[@IsometricAgenda]

For sure the most beautiful music.. Devin and the Contortionist are in my opinion the most tallented musicians out there

[@gianttodd1]

I wish I was one of lucky ppl in the crowd that got to listen to this master!!

[@Irvine141]

The GOAT

[@jaymoore2738]

It's rare to find someone who's discography consists of mostly live tracks for an entire album. However, once you listen to him "live" right here and good ol' KZbin, you start to understand that there could be no other way. Who gets their sound perfect nearly every time? The only other example that comes anywhere near that is the sound on Peter Frampton Live. God, I love this stuff!!

[@straysky]

Great to see him enjoying the show!

[@nickadams8952]

Hoorah for Love!

[@Jaycee95]

I love Devin so much dude, what a pure soul

[@rolfloucos]

absolut masterpiece🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@nataraja123]

Chills !!! every single time...any version! they're pure gold

[@danshow5507]

hurray !

[@javytragedy]

Siempre es un privilegio ver a Devin! Saludos desde Colombia.

[@seb5587]

tambien soy de Colombia y fan de Devin

[@lobotomeh]

This face... Really filled my eyes with tears and my heart with joy ! And I find myself saying things like that.

[@martinsmithson7292]

A genius walks among us

[@beth2693]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@TheRealAb216]

If I had the money I would pay him to just follow me around with his guitar playing anything that he wanted.

[@308Repins]

Just saw his show in Tucson...OMG it was legen... wait for it...DARY!!!! have got to find another venue close by to see another show. No kidding people, if you have an outside chance of seeing one of his shows, do it!!!!

[@308Repins]

I'm seeing him next week...can't freaking wait!! Next few days are going to take forever

[@cbcmusic]

Enjoy the show!

[@DatFaceDoe]

Devi!!! I'm putting you in my will...

[@tommydacomicguy741]

Most excellent

[@inkagiz]

Finally...a performance where I was actually there! (Or can I say “I was at that concert “)?

[@foxbat1766]

So cold, in the night Where the river flows Where the river flows So cold, in the night Where the river flows Where the river flows Sail away Hey, I'm sorry! Every day's a new day Hooray for love Hey, I'm only trying to find a new way So cold, in the night When the river's low When the river's low So cold, in the night Where the river's low When the river's low So cold Shut it! So cold, in the night Hold on Hold on So cold, in the night Hold on Hold on Sail away Hey, I'm sorry! Every day's a new day Hooray for love Hey, I'm lonely Trying to find a new way A new way A new way A new way She loves me!

[@andreasleonlandgren3092]

I had ocean machine on cd when it came out

[@frances2912]

He must be protected at all costs

[@mariomarini1806]

Sei un grande!

[@GiladSteinberger]

Amazing!

[@ElArlequin]

I mean. You can't NEVER beat Anneke. She is God himself. But this was PRETTY very well done. :D

[@Dannyael1977]

Amazing....!!!

[@ImChrisLuke]

My favorite song of his!

[@minkorrh]

It's amazing that a song like Hyperdrive can transpose like this, considering the live version (Addicted-Live) with Anneke Van Geisbergen has such power and feel it isn't funny. Look it up .

[@metusaalemi]

Fantastic!!!

[@Tylercorrell]

Smooth

[@The-LongRoad-Home]

God every time

[@ShawarmaBaby]

Devin I willblove you all my life

[@danielcapo1991]

👏

[@SecretCailev]

Damn he has big hands! Wow :D

[@tadhg1959]

I'm a bit ashamed to admit, I've never seen Devin and his band live. That has to change when all this bullshit is over and bands are able to touring again. I mean, this guy is one talented individual....🎶🎼🎵🖤

[@mrbenrice]

Hello! Is there any way these could be made available to download/on streaming services? Amazing quality and I'd love to be able to listen to this on the go

[@resington]

I prefer this version.

[@neerajsiyer8820]

Somebody should also recognise the great Ian Thornley from Big Wreck. Hes on the same league as Devin, Vocally as well with his outworldly guitar skills.

[@Japhex]

You know I saw Strapping Young Lad way back in 2006 at a festival and its taken me this long (until I'm mid 30's) to understand Devin Townsend, and I kinda think he's a genius now?

[@HronisArva]

💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@jonathanjollimore7156]

Who doesn't want Devin to be at there camp fire but I am sure he just get sick of taking requests LOL

[@SpeedPants]

fantastic acoustic version of a ziltoid track

[@saltomanga]

This song and version literally got me through my divorce

[@Quarksi]

For the first time I'm glad I was born speaking english

[@Me04120]

Wow, that's crazy. It took me several years after I was born to get decent at English, and that's the only language I know.

[@Nobody41126]

@@Me04120 I was born speaking gibberish, and fluently might I add!

[@jacksonmarsden4737]

Anyone know what tuning Dev is playing this in? is it open C tuning?

[@kieronphillips63]

Yeah he mentions that he tuned to that to play a rolling stones song I think. Stayed in it ever since. Also plays in open B on 6 and 7 string for some songs

[@sealogic4552]

@@kieronphillips63 "Friends" by Led Zeppelin

[@Crod_]

What tuning is his guitar in? I can’t figure it out.

[@hairychris444]

He usually tunes open C: CGCGCE

[@MrPeabody67]

This is open B

[@5ema55unto]

i can't remember seeing a bad perfomance from this dude.

[@projectbalrog2140]

what guitar is Devin using

[@christinetrefalt]

project Balrog it’s from a local Vancouver brand called Prestige Guitars

[@magnuszetterqvist5936]

👍😘🇸🇪

[@_leo.andre96]

God

[@FaithsFallen]

No greater a man ever lived! Apart from my Dad, Martin Luther King Jr. and Mahatma Gandhi other than that no greater a man!

[@Fimwind]

JUHA TAPIO!

[@BlastBeatAneurysm]

HYVÄ PROFFAKUVA

[@aponcapone]

First play live?? 🤔

[@michaelquinn4704]

First time acoustic live

[@sealogic4552]

It's not, that's just the name of the show.

[@Mark-iz5in]

Open C tuning ?

[@KnoxParanormal]

Correct sir

[@Mark-iz5in]

@@KnoxParanormal Thank you Scott. The journey of frustration has begun

[@neonblack612]

Every time I listen to him sing other than the syl work, I have to think... if god had a voice what would it sound like? Well .. probably devy

[@Dee-gl8mc]

Jesus

[@lanceleader163]

*Ziltoid has left the chat*

[@Audard]

Is this legal?

[@lashersquirrelslayer]

Wel a tad bit different then SYL no? Oh my bad...Eh?

[@Steffendust]

Sadly...too much autotune. 🤷🏼 But still the greatest of all! 🫶🏼

[@gabrieldiazcomoretto]

It's beautiful but it would have been even better without the autotune

[@FlyinyourSoup]

Lol autotune? XD

[@gabrieldiazcomoretto]

@@FlyinyourSoup yes sir ! Listen carefully

[@FlyinyourSoup]

@@gabrieldiazcomoretto M'am. And no, that's reverb and echo my friend. If anything it amplifies bum notes. Watch the song Ih Ah from this set, near the end he sings a bum note.

[@thanashs]

He looks like the Kurgan

[@friendlyenemy2314]

A beautiful soul with an ugly exterior