Explaining The Glastonbury Controversy!

[@jaysee7283]

I’ve actually binge watched this channel on my weekend off to the point where I’m literally sleeping, eating and watching this channel. I fell asleep watching, I woke up watching…. This is what I was missing!

[@davids736]

Sooo, not a great deal going on in your life then, eh Jay? 😁😉❤

[@jaysee7283]

@@davids736 😂 I’m living the dream here! Been looking forward to not a great deal going on in my life for months! 😂❤️

[@TheJackTheLion]

@@jaysee7283 I hear that buddy.

[@emilybuzekvalentino3116]

Same here friend ! lol seriously

[@grayk02]

So how long did you have “Juuuuustin Hawkins Ridessss Againn…….Againnn” stuck in your head for?

[@karenharrison1212]

What a cool guy, very down to earth and really interesting to listen to. I can’t stop watching these now 😂

[@benevolentwisdom]

Hi Justin, off topic BUT I have a weird question/story for you. I have a really hazy memory of a scenario that happened while I was on holiday with family years ago. As a 10 to 13-year-old in one of the sunny go-to areas that the British and Irish usually invade yearly for a splash of sun. I want to say this was around 2000-2003 in a popular vacation spot in Spain or maybe Portugal, I cannot remember exactly. On one of the warm nights we visited a karaoke bar. After our amateur hour of crap songs and worse singing, a group entered the bar and I remember looking in awe: Two similar looking men with long slightly frilly brown hair wearing colourful shirts, another with a tank top showing arms and black hair that covered a bit of his face and a tall man with a hulk Hogan moustache and sunglasses at night! I was in awe, they came in, took a table and got some drinks and not 20 minutes later got handed some microphones. I suddenly learned that men could actually do a high vocal range, as the two long haired guys sang and motioned out an incredible and funny performance of Queens Bohemian rhapsody. Was this you early in your career? Do you remember something like this? It would make my day to know if this true.

[@w666est]

I bloody love how ‘ordinary’ and in touch you are. The answer to the question about the one-way ticket to hell perhaps being a ‘Day saver return’! A genuine rock star using the name for a bus fare just got me 😂

[@markpr73]

I have to say, it's so refreshing to listen to someone talk who has such an obviously deep appreciation for the English language. Kudos, Justin!

[@tomitob7364]

Now you say that, yes you are totally right. That is another great aspect of Justin's videos.

[@synchronicity1470]

an extensive and well arranged vocabulary is appealing and an extra added asset. Justin has always been an articulate person and I love this about him.

[@elijahjakobsen7898]

Life passes so fast. Enjoy yourself, Justin. You've made it. Whatever that means. You seem like a nice fellow. Take care, as I'm sure you do.

[@nkirk8740]

The more I watch and listen to Justin the more I'm liking him, great channel, great content, great bloke. 👍👍👍👊✌️.

[@sunnysunde3495]

You are such a sweetie, I just want to give you a good squeeze! Thank you for sharing your light!

[@d.genxerWV]

It makes my day brighter when I see a new video from this channel. G'day & I appreciate YOU & this channel, Justin Hawkins! Thank you!

[@TheGlingfram]

You dress up for the video, play the intro live and generally are thoughtful about your content. You really do give of yourself. Nice to see.

[@tompotucek5885]

My first ever act act my first ever Glasto. I got blown away that Friday morning

[@TheGeorgeHarry]

I love this channel. Such a charismatic, talented dude.

[@mgthestrange9098]

Justin has such a soothing voice. 🥰

[@donovanpain83]

What a down to earth rock god. Saw them in Birmingham in 2006. Remains the best show I've ever been to. Every song played like it was the last. Just everyone having a great time.

[@terryf8078]

We went to see you at Glasto that year, we knew one song and wanted to see what you were like live. Spandex, energy and guitar solos that early in the morning was frickin awesome, best start to a Glasto ever!

[@elizabethschmidt9594]

Thank you so much for your video's I have learned so much from you and your brother!

[@mattjackson9859]

Yay for Phantom of the Paradise! One of my favorite films! Look forward to seeing your feature on it!

[@THEMOONWOLF]

I remember carrying a mate back to our tent as he sung I believe in a thing called love at about 4 o’clock in the morning! Loved that glasto performance. Seem to remember you playing street spirit as well (I think!?)

[@labbern]

Saw you at Tons of Rock in Oslo yesterday! Was great!

[@draetonalimoffatt8780]

This channel actually turned me onto to the darkness, I'd never heard of them but really liked Justin's personality on these videos, awesome he in a proper band!

[@nathanman8]

Brilliant news!!! I’m coming to,see you in Cardiff in January. Hope you’re the headliner.

[@neilgreenwood6992]

I was at the reading festival gig, you were so humble about being there but rocked it, thank you!

[@tiktokmachin3]

LOL the way you describe the helicopter entrance gone wrong ☠😂very Spinal Tap🤘

[@allentastic]

Love your take on guilty pleasures and your continuing positive as per usual 💙💙💙

[@abbasidanny]

Hi Justin, loving this channel, and your performance at Download the other weekend was phenomenal. Would really like to hear about the formation of The Darkness and what you did up to the release of Permission to Land - getting the band together, writing the songs, rehearsing, recording (or if you could point us to where you've already talked about these things). It seems like a really inspired time full of joy. Many thanks, Danny

[@DnoboDy]

This is just a simple,humble thanks! It's a pleasure and, in the same time a learning experience, listening to your ideas,opinions,comments!

[@Marwell_21]

Hi Justin, I was there for your 10.00am Glastonbury slot and at your headline at Reading a year later. You rocked both times!

[@tobemixthis]

Saw you yesterday on the dreadful motorbike show. You were brilliant and made my day. Thank You!

[@tommorris7310]

Thanks so much Justin, appreciate the feature! Hopefully, one of the festival organisers is watching this and can get you guys booked again soon. It was so god damn long ago now! I'm sure there's a recording of your performance somewhere (the same for the full Reading festival performance), but I can't find anything anywhere. A world without smartphones eh!?

[@NothingBox]

Thanks Justin! Steve Taunton from NothingBox here. I love the channel. Your blend of insight, humour and compassion is refreshing in such a divisive and derisive climate of social media these days. I hope you’ll consider reviewing one of my videos on a segment (or off)… maybe on a “Be Nice” episode? I can take it! I think…😒 If you do decide to address one, I have created a shortlist of videos for your consideration in a playlist called Songs for JHRA. Please consider those or any others. When you see somebody that clearly shares LP’s hairdresser, you’ve arrived! Thanks! Cheers!

[@aaronhawks7982]

Was into your most famous songs when I saw you at download festival. Now I can’t stop listening to your albums. Much love man🤘🏼

[@kyleglover8582]

The new stuff is just as class

[@thechunkyone7118]

Not really a fan of his music, although respect him as a musician. but love listening to his input on things.

[@jimbanda]

Your honesty and contrition is a strength that will stay with you. 👍

[@iainmacdonald8099]

I love you Justin. You increase my enjoyment of music!

[@chitlun]

I was in front of the Pyramid stage in 2003. I’d never heard of you and my mate said “you gotta see this lot man, you won’t regret it”. Absolutely blew us away, nice one!

[@Liverpool-axeman]

This has become my new evening wind down, TV session. If only you knew how much you changed my life for the better. Recovery is a long road but I’m inspired. Love you mate.

[@benbaxter1047]

Hi Justin. I have become a fan of the pod cast because of your honesty. I have started sampling the Darkness albums and now understand the music. It is fun to watch the music videos and the live shows. Youre style reminds me of the heyday of live rock. Keep it up and cheers.

[@korbendallas3128]

So pleased I’ve stumbled on to this What a lovely job you’re doing bud 🙏🙏

[@jaderobbo]

You are just lovely

[@Rompler_Rocco]

If he hadn't strummed that final chord, I wouldn't have been able to continue my day 😌

[@Dave062YT]

I loved your performance at Glastonbury in 03 .It was my 1 and only Glaso and you were the second act we saw after the also brilliant Har Mar Superstar and you both killed it no one matched it the whole weekend ..

[@deansheppard7630]

I was there in 2003 and you did indeed bring us rock before breakfast! Still a highlight.

[@stuartconnelly5397]

Keep on trucking matey! Love listening to your comments.

[@charliebluechaos4963]

Oh wow I LOVE the suit jacket. Looking fantastic. You get better as a musician, and more handsome! with age. All the good vibes to you being able to run circles around your current self in the future. So much love to you Mr. Hawkins ♡

[@Reid_Jorgensen]

Thanks Justin! I always feel better listening to your thoughts and takes. Thanks for sharing your gift! 👍

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

Thanks again Reid!

[@zumabilla]

Loving your channel Justin. Would you be kind enough to breakdown and discuss your Top Gear performance for Comic Relief and the arrangement of Red Light Spells Danger. This is my all time favourite rendition of that song.

[@deborahanlon2323]

I can't WAIT for your video on Phantom of the Paradise !! That movie is one of my absolute favourites!!! 💕

[@stickynorth]

This is my new favourite channel from an old favourite artist! As a journalist, I love honest candid interview questions and answers and there's nothing more honest and candid that people on the internet! Would love to see you tour Western Canada at some point... Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Winnipeg!

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

We just toured there in May!

[@deniseb3917]

Always enjoy your videos. Thanks Justin

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

Thanks Denise!

[@juliaotoole6913]

Justin this channel is bringing me so much joy! Thanks so much. Would love to hear your take on Wet Leg. Love from Lowie x

[@BarbaraAntoinetteVeronica]

It's been a completely unexpected surprise to me that I am singing better than ever as a senior. So, I agree that if you take good care, you can still sing when you arrive & become an elder. I thank God every day for this gift.

[@briankermode8759]

my first ever Glastonbury and you were the first band I saw there, coming out saying give me a d, crowd shouted back D and you followed it by saying give me an arkness 😂 absolutely amazing show!

[@mbrando4403]

Yay!!! an EP on Phantom of the Paradise!!!!! HECK YES

[@ibookboyuk]

I was there for you opening up Glastonbury 2003. It was an awesome moment actually. I got the album as soon as it came out and it was a very exciting time in music. Also we just put on Black Shuck and I got tingles

[@markukeley2924]

Such a strapping young lad! Only just discovered your smash 2004 hit in the Year of Our Lord 2022--still, inspiring! 🙏

[@juzzie]

God you’re a legend .. I love how you tell us you regret some of your calls back in the day .. Thankyou!!😊

[@GenetikSlayer]

Love this! I'd like to hear you doing a podcast or even an interview style program. These 10 minute minuets are awesome! Keep going! Pat

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

I do a 2-3 hour livestream podcast every Sunday at 9pm BST on Patreon here: www.patreon.com/jushawk

[@joegatrill6634]

I saw the darkness on tv in 2003 and thought they were amazing! When I was at glasto that year with my brother I said "we have to see this band!" We got up extra early and got right up the front. When it started, I said they dont look like I remember from the tv. After a few songs and a double check of the programme we had indeed turned up an hour late and were watching Inspiral Carpets... gutted! Saw you guys at reading the same year I think.

[@danielhoskins4690]

Love it! 😂 sounds like something I’ve done

[@CarlosNightman]

I was at Glasto that year, had no idea who The Darkness were but there was nothing else on that morning which interested me. They kicked ass, did a great cover of Street Spirit, and I saw them again supporting other bands over the next year or so.

[@Pureevilhotsauce]

🤣🤣🤣

[@brunchbarcafefarquhar222]

Listen to you and the boys all the time a dose of darkness every day keeps the blues away love you all 💘

[@emilybuzekvalentino3116]

this is so true ❤

[@russellnewton6660]

I remember you recording a album near Alford in Lincolnshire, it’s a long time since I lived there, but I vaguely remember it. Oh and I love the intro lol.

[@ianrotten4453]

This will sound sad Justin, but I subscribed to your channel because I like your takes on modern music. I had zero idea that you're the singer for The Darkness. Wasn't and still isn't my cup of tea, but I do really appreciate your content. Thumbs up!

[@stringybarkin]

As an almost 60 year old musician, I enjoy your views on life cheers

[@ej_8888]

Great venue ! I've been a few times especially back in the day. Love NIN I bet there was a great vibe in there. Loving the channel & you have a wonderful energy. Really find you voice rather soothing 😉😍

[@terrysalt]

I definitely agree that you shouldn't be embarrassed by what music you like. If someone thinks less of you for liking a song that they don't, they probably aren't anyone who's opinion you should value.

[@Retrorixy]

Justin, regarding your band introductions and playlists, what 4 songs would you choose to introduce The Darkness and why? Keep up the great work! Rock on

[@Endersgamejp]

Obviously that one that everyone already knows.... I believe in a thing called love. Honestly it's the only song I know... I remember when it first came out around 2003-4. Lol

[@Retrorixy]

@@Endersgamejp feel a bit of the other way around. I'm a bit of a Darkness nerd and know them all. Just can't begin to narrow it down to 4

[@andreascott9676]

It was T in the Park that year I saw you guys and I was blown away 😍

[@tonydeltablues]

Love the fact you were dropped in the wrong field to play Glasto...a bit Spinal Tap as they were trying to get to the stage? ;-) The pattern...the lapel!! Love the jacket x Tony

[@jaymowil]

Hello Justin from a Canadian, and fellow Ron Sexsmith fan. I’ve just started watching your videos, and they’re very enjoyable. If you do another comments show, I’d love to know your thoughts of Ben Folds’ cover of “Get Your Hands Off My Woman”. Thanks!

[@stormynortherner]

Loved your set at Leeds Festival in 2004 :-D It felt like classic rock songs with proper guitar solos were finally back!

[@VolvoImpala]

I'm glad to hear the personal insights. I'm not jealous of my friends if they have success, either. I celebrate them succeeding, honestly. I can't say I was this way for my whole life but I think that's the attitude you should have, otherwise why call them friends?

[@iammoog]

How exciting you're going to do a Phantom Of The Paradise episode. I was wearing my death records t-shirt just the other day.

[@MuseRunner]

So lucky to have been at the front waiting for you guys in 03 to play Glastonbury! Fucking amazing show

[@samanthabage8662]

Justin, it is I, Manfa. Please can you do a video about some of your favourite fashion items and any great stories you have about them? I love both your stage style and your everyday vibe and would love to hear about some of your pieces. Just booked to come and see you and Black Stone Cherry in February…can’t wait! Keep up the good work, my man.

[@dominicstiegler1129]

Heya Justin, love your channel , very interesting and great to hear stories about being in the rock biz. I’m relation to ageing rockers , what about ones that get better with age like the fantastic nicke andersson from the hellacopters , would love to see a video on him and or the copters . Rock on !!

[@marcrontsch2597]

"No such thing as a guilty pleasure" - couldn't agree more!

[@BVRDSTR]

I enjoy ur channel thxs again Sir Justin from a hillbilly in prescott az

[@brianaltizer2343]

For the next round of questioning! I’d love to know about yours and the band’s headspace during the ‘One Way Ticket to Hell and Back’ era? I love the song ‘Girlfriend’ and the music video for it, but it definitely stands out from the rest of your songs from that time. I wonder if there was a lot pressure on you guys to try and have another mainstream hit and that was the one they thought would be it on your sophomore album? Thanks, huge fan! 🤙

[@gordonisalive3508]

Hey Justin, love the channel especially the industry insights. Michael Eavis once came by to check out a band at a small venue in Edinburgh that I was working at, it's a tiny venue and hardly anyone was coming to see the band which was a shame as they were great Anyway, as Eavis approached the door he tried to walk straight in and because I asked him to pay the 5 pounds cover charge he was very rude! I was holding my own as I knew that both the band deserves people to pay to see them, sound engineer etc need to get paid and of course that he could afford it. He proceeded after 10 mins of arguing back and forth to take out a money clip and handed me a 50 note with a smarmy look and said I hope you have change. I was genuinely shocked at his behaviour and hope it was an off night. Long story short...no one likes a cheapskate when they are a millionaire and secondly no music venue likes the old "I'm friends with the band" to get out of actually supporting the band

[@ppeter1982]

I saw you guys when you opened Glastonbury. Loved the show. Couldn't work out if you were for real or just taking the piss but the music absolutely rocked 🤟🏻

[@simonvegas793]

What an open, honest, humble and likeable guy!

[@mikenorris7866]

I remember seeing the darkness live a ridiculous amount of times around then - supporting the Wildhearts, def leppard and of course at glastonbury!

[@jomoore4135]

With you on the Brixton Academy love and wanting to attend Glastonbury one day Jus. Can I request more "be nice" videos, they are my favourites! Also nice pants! 😉

[@drstkova]

Glad to see you use the most excellent G7 capo. I first used one twenty years ago and haven’t bought a different brand since.

[@JKGuitar]

Great to hear your insights Justin! Question for the next video. What was it like writing 'I've had it up to here' with Rivers Cuomo/Weezer? It feels like that songwriting collab went under the radar but the song has a strong Darkness vibe!

[@soundexphonetic.1]

Hello Justin, I remember very clearly ( surprisingly ) in 2002 or 2003 ( I haven’t bothered to check to be exact on the year ), I asked a few or so friends to go see this band at T In The Park in the morning as I was well slept, energised and motivational. The Darkness were playing roughly or bang on 12 noon as it said on the list, sounded interesting. I - and nobody else present at the time - knew much at all about you guys. I’m sorry to but I thought, at first sight, that youse were a parody of some sort but also a very good one... the more the set went on I realised I was watching ‘the real deal’ of Rock as it was and should be in its authenticity. I was not at all expecting that energy and pro eccentric rocker vibe at that time of day. When your set ended, I bet my brother a tenner that You guys would be headliners the following year. You were. I never got my tenner though but I always know whose going to be and not... I was pleased enough to be entirely correct. Bless ya. Love from Bonny Scotland.

[@StuNewnham]

Hi Justin! Bloody love your vids! In relation to you mentioning writing 'sister' songs, was the chorus bass line in One Way Ticket deliberately similar to I Believe In A Thing Called Love? It was the first single from that album and I was curious whether it was a cheeky nod/wink melody to jog people’s memories of who you were? Take Care! Stu, Birmingham, 39.

[@lazarus3068]

Great Q&A!...

[@bretthefret]

Phantom of the Paradise is one of my all time favorite movies! Enjoy your channel, love your band!

[@Musicaldg1980]

Justin, lovin the channel, and of course, the tunes! To that point, any chance you could do some videos on your songwriting process. As an aspiring songwriter I'd love to know more about your approach. (Also, what model is that Gibson acoustic...it's sounds fab)

[@FayeBarnesMusic]

I saw a scathing (and hilarious) review of Alestorm's new album this week...perhaps one for a 'Be nice' episode!??? Much love to you Jussy ❤️

[@Chartley1983]

I was one of those people who was at that set at Glastonbury. I was also at the Reading set..

[@peterwillett2536]

Speaking of Glastonbury and older rockers, how 'bout offering your thoughts on Supergrass, their place in 90's British rock, and their recent live performances including Glastonbury and Jimmy Kimmel on US TV. I feel they always sounded top shelf live when I saw them here years ago, but recent clips sound super boss!. Age, practice, wisdom, improved sound gear? Interested in your thoughts.

[@83zoso]

They were a great band. One of the absolute best British bands of the ‘90s. They were dripping with quality tunes like Going Out, Sun Hits The Sky, Mary, Pumping On Your Stereo, Moving etc.

[@susanmoon5113]

Justin. What an incredibly intelligent gentleman you are. Xxx

[@grantmck9659]

I hope I dont offend you by describing your channel as almost a musical Russell brand. I very much enjoy your open and honest approach to your channel especially your ability to retrospectively look at all number of things but most of all how you apply it to your past, be it good or bad. Your frankness and honesty hopefully will inspire more to adopt these values that seem to be in short supply these days. Many thanks as always. 👍

[@TheSavagederek]

I had a go on a previous video, regards you stopping to talk too much. I love these videos, and apologise for being grumpy. The way you answer these questions and talk about other bands, is always handled with respect and class. Keep up the good work.

[@johnnie3Chords]

I mentioned your Brixton Academy Show as one of my all-time favorite live performances at least in a few other videos in my comment , Brian May Band had a great performance there too , great venue !

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

I am blown away by how articulately written all of these questions were. Most of the time people ask questions they're filled with typos and clunky wording.

[@Meatball2022]

I suspect he’s cleaning up the English, but you’re so right about typical population-sourced questions

[@stevewoolley4224]

I was lucky enough to have been there. It was bloody brilliant.

[@WhiskyWhims]

Been binging a few of your videos now. I listened to the De La Soul track on the back of these videos, what a song! Great lyricism with the raps and singing, plus it was good to hear your vocals on the track. If I'm being honest, I only know two of your songs with The Darkness - the Christmas song being my favourite Christmas song. Anyway, what I wanted to say is, these videos are awesome and that I need to listen to more of your songs. Cheers.

[@AuntieDanaReads]

Is it true that bands dread meet and greets? Does it feel weird or humbling when a fan is crying from over-excitement? And finally, what is the craziest/bizarre thing a fan has ever done/tried to do. I'm loving your channel.

[@wickamahn1852]

Love your channel Jussy Bhoy