Helms Alee - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)

[@oceanstarlake]

friends don't let friends miss bands like this when they come to town.

[@ZEKRENXIA]

also love that the songs get instantly better as soon as the bassist starts in.

[@mr.pearlmountain]

That basstone melts faces

[@didjeriddim]

That harmony sublimates peaches

[@emoedison]

Goddamn, Hozi's physical approach to the drums is insane -- she's dancing on them, not trying to punish them, and you almost never see that in heavy drummers. She is fantastic.

[@blaire.mansell8945]

Saw them a few weeks ago with the Melvin’s… my jaw hit the floor watching and hearing her kill the set with her drumming skills. So happy I got to discover them while out seeing the Melvin’s!!

[@virgilgoodwin6446]

The amount of space this band fills as a 3 piece is unreal. Fucking epic

[@MrSnuffian]

virgil goodwin I just saw them last night opening for whores and thought the same thing

[@crackthefoundation_]

Fuzz/distortion on the bass is incredible... just found this band thanks to the Melvins and.. hell yes. Love it

[@dudeok5978]

I met Ben Verellen once. He told me he was worried that the long guitar thing at the beginning of "Pretty As Pie" was a little long and indulgent - but that the other 2 band members wanted to keep it that way because they loved it. Very nice guy, humble and honest.

[@MikaelLewisify]

Dude OK...yeah...should have left that out.

[@LandDonovan]

I met him too, before their gig in Rome a couple of years ago supporting Russian Circles. We played football together under the ruin of a Roman aqueduct. He is just an awesome person, friendly, funny and pretty timid indeed. He's also a great electronic engineer, his amps are badass.

[@christopherfettes390]

I met him and we talked about the Seahawks. I was wearing a Seahawks hat and didn't really think about the fact that he's from Seattle and is also a fan.

[@JG-lc8do]

Dude OK It’s so fucking crazy, I was working on a sketch a few years ago that sounds very similar to that intro. We must have been on the same frequency during that time. Badass!

[@rocketsauce420]

it was a very atmospheric solo, i thought it was alright. i probably would’ve cut it in half tho

[@MegaDknox]

Saw these guys last night with the Melvins. KILLER SHOW!!!

[@chickenblaster]

This band is fantastic, just discovered them thanks to "Why am I doing this? (A movie about touring)!

[@Foxywaterable]

They are having so much fun playing this. I love to watch a band have such a fun time with their music!

[@darrylehm]

You can only describe The Mighty Helms Alee by putting "The Mighty" before their name. This is the greatest band in existence.

[@redoryx1872]

THE BASS THO

[@cosmicgiggle5942]

This band is a breath of fresh air. Gives chills. 9/10.

[@schindlersfist8839]

This is one of the most special bands ever.

[@averagemillennial]

6 years later and I’m still obsessed with this sesh. I miss seeing these guys live. Much love 💕

[@stockholmthaw7352]

Amazing guitar work, but I'm hooked to that drum and bass synergy. Extremely tight stuff. Well done!

[@Nerdsplayingcards]

You guys rock for posting this love the 206 God bless the green house, showbox, Linda's tavern and neumos my old work joint

[@iemsquarebabeh]

Hauntingly beautiful vocal melodies

[@DrewDawkins]

I'm hoping I can catch them AND Russian Circles at the same show at some point....That's a dream set.

[@tmage23]

You might be in luck. They start touring together next month (along with the Melvins)

[@pretentioushipster8295]

+tmage23 yeah, what he said. Saw them on the 17th the other day. Absolutely fantastic. I wanted to hear more from them.

[@okokokokyep3573]

Both are playing in DC on Oct 1st

[@benwilson1710]

same show tomorrow, sat 24 in cincy midpoint fest

[@RussellJones]

Just saw them together in Detroit. You will love this show

[@MouthlyKnives]

a tremendously heavy and gorgeous band. So much love for em

[@DavidWicked]

Saw them last night. Never heard of them before. Stellar. I will see them perform any chance I get now!

[@PL-wg8co]

I love this band so much. Never been in a band this good but totally agree how writing songs with your friends remains a mystery and a blur in the end, that is if everyone is on the same page... Which can be hard.

[@lukester5280]

I saw Sumac play in Denver recently and I was really stoked to see Aaron Turner and Joe Preston using Verellen amps. Helms Alee are the greatest fucking power trio out there

[@derekstitt7215]

There's like a cult of bands that use verellen amps and they are all bands with disgusting bass tones lol. KEN Mode, Spotlights, Sandrider, Brian Cook bands. It's awesome! 🖤

[@leonsandall4636]

I want that Verellen amp so bad. Ben's little bro makes a KILLER amp.

[@Creed_fan_69]

Ben makes the amps

[@jaywalker9616]

Love this set and interview. Always come back to it because it's really good.

[@alvarogarcia5270]

This band is so good. I have seen in Sevilla and was amazing

[@theonlyspacemummy]

Love bands where all the members sing.

[@perrylow1128]

Brilliant group. These are my best friends..

[@dtfilament]

it's official! I have a crush on a drummer!!!

[@mistamuthafuka]

Saw them last year in San Diego with Red Fang and I almost fell in love that night...

[@brightelephant]

Jeff Richards After seeing them in Atlanta I couldn't stop talking about her. My wife was not pleased. She just kicks so much ass...

[@skatopolisii624]

+David Tomlinson lol do her sticks not have the biggest tips, ever? i have never seen such big tips on actual, non-novelty, drumsticks. whatever works for her of course.. i just noticed is all :p

[@derekstitt7215]

She's married to Aaron Beam of Red Fang. Power couple 😂​@@mistamuthafuka

[@conorbreen6929]

Ben's amps are next level.

[@westernhemlock]

Found this band while scrolling through my Bandcamp feed before work this morning. So glad I did! Such a powerful trio.

[@thronesdominions]

BIG BUSINESS x HELMS ALEE Europe Tour is needed

[@johnrobinson6945]

I saw them both this summer, and...yes!!

[@AHewett]

Lawd, the SOUND! "Pleasure Center" wrecked me in all the best ways. I love that drummer!

[@zirconencrustedtweezers]

Saw them live a few hours ago. Bass tone is epic as shit. Reminds me of GC Green from Godflesh.

[@TheJackpineSnag]

so damn good, I wanna cry. wish they were coming to Michigan.

[@faunoram]

a new year and a new mind blowing band i discover !! thanks KEXP !

[@thethundermash247]

Found these guys as an opener for the Melvins these guys fucking rock man

[@JohanSundberg1971]

Love this band! I'd just started listening to them when they showed up with Russian Circles in Stockholm, Sweden. Great band and since I´m a drummer I was extra glad to steal a hug from Hozoji, who did a magnificent performance. They all did, actually :-)

[@TheySayUK]

Awesome music, in the truest sense of the word...Epic and heavy as fuck.

[@doctorsinmexico7714]

Sweet mother mary! Crazy goosebumps and scratching teeth...

[@GregNovakOPINvideoCT]

Just saw them last night in San Diego. Great sound. Great conviction. Great timing. Great Show!

[@Cragiesea]

Annie has such a cool drumming style and she is also a sweetheart! Yay music

[@neurochunk]

The girl on drum seems super focused, great to see her smile while playing. Excellent stuff!

[@dubz7t2]

blown away by this .. superb

[@Iskariothe]

Pedazo de banda!!! excelente presentación!!!

[@Haiasiriku]

The kick in scared the shit out of me!!! Badass bass tones!

[@jathomas29]

I seen them at Cain's ballroom last night and the bass melted my face off

[@Spolodaface]

in this video it appears that the bassist has no face

[@chiefjustice7691]

yes - as good as these kexp shows are, the camera work is very juvenile and always overly focused on one individual ---- Back Up And Show The Whole Band A Couple Times!!! at least more of the performance areas... Please!

[@alexhelms8048]

Your name is mostly like my name.

[@claudiamonster]

SO IN LOVE WITH HELMS ALEE OMGG

[@LukeLine]

So good.Come to the UK! London

[@ElRodeo1970]

They made me want to want to want to want!

[@DG-sf5oc]

Seen them last night in Atl with Russian Circles. Was absolutely blown away. Drummer is a beast on the kit.

[@youcomm2816]

this is totally awesome

[@coffinshaker]

Love these guys. Glad my friend found this live vid.

[@amisklabel8202]

I don't know how I got linked to this, but pretty cool.

[@TheSummersgill]

one of the best bands in the world

[@thraftofcaanan281]

I almost skipped ahead during the intro but daaaang this is crunchy and good and the change into the song was super good

[@zeeeeroin9981]

Saw them live.....awesome.

[@PokeABrain]

why havent i heard this before!?! OMG media is saturated with garbage and wont let the real music come afloat. This is awesome!!!

[@MrTopunky]

Yeah Helms Alee Yeahs.

[@deluge71]

Great performance and good interview questions. :)

[@JG-lc8do]

The drummer is amazing and if uou don’t mind me saying, very beautiful

[@Fifiira]

Best find in a loooong while!

[@pierrel1810]

I wish Helms Alee to come in France on an European tour, they're so good!!!!

[@samthompson4815]

His screams are the most epic thing I've ever heard

[@derekstitt7215]

I'm completely convinced the man channels Poseidon! 🙌

[@surferRosa7]

Man, I am so excited to get the new album in the mail and hopefully catch the show with Russian Circles and Ken Mode! Because that line-up is pretty great.

[@keitaro21]

It's smells Hydra Head at its finest ^^ Thank you Sargent House to pass the baton.

[@marcopinto1000]

Great band,wicked! good music and a hot drummer,

[@EshuOdara21]

been sooo hooked on this band since they first came to Miami a few years back with Torche and BigBusiness.... Sparked the bassist up to a fatty and would like to think that I made her visit to the magic city that much more enjoyable

[@danielspils]

Gorgeous stuff!

[@arcp_]

saw them in rome a few days ago. epic.

[@douglasvt6824]

great great band

[@ZEKRENXIA]

gotta admit...that's one attractive drummer, digging there sound alot.

[@petetebond]

Fascinating!!!

[@empisamosir8243]

This is insanely awesome

[@JoelSully]

Awesome. Thanks for uploading this! The drummer looks to be having alot of fun haha.

[@whitemonster]

are you fucking kidding me? best band in the universe.

[@ondagster]

that was intense. hope i get to see these guys next week in sf.

[@Xhaosz]

See you guys in Brussels! Fuckin A, solid stuff!

[@piznatch74]

So good! I have high hopes for all of you. Stay together - keep doing what you're doing :)

[@luaamoon]

💜💜💜

[@DannybFlat01]

I was in a Coma for 5 years and found this right before Covid 19.

[@MrSnuffian]

Saw these guys open for Whores and was blown away. Immediately thought of Neurosis, they’re the only two bands to put me into a trance

[@lobotommy837]

That drummer sounds sooooo tight.

[@Freaksnake]

aww dang. Short attention span had me waiting for something nutty within two minutes. *continues searching*

[@MACHETE_KILMISTER]

Qué maravilla!!

[@fritzfearsome8275]

Fucking Brilliant!!!! That and completely Awesome as well!!!!🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@TACOMENyum]

They will be at the "Sasquatch" music festival this year!

[@DJUnderWaterExperience]

Mastadon x melvins

[@emannershyatt]

Hell to the yes. Can NOT wait to see these guys with Russian Circles in SF

[@Echo_III]

Dammit, Ben has very good scream! Amazing.

[@suchmaiden]

Holy fuck what a fucking band

[@betchawanaknw]

✨ ♥️ ✨

[@pearlchsiung]

SO AMAZING!!! Power trio!! Btw what kind of camera was this shot on? Thx!

[@bnfox]

more killer rock from my hometown. Yummy.

[@AxAxSxS]

So good, cant wait for the 1st as well as the show with russian circles.

[@BaconNationChannel]

funny that both bands use verellen amps hehe. they sound freaking awesome live

[@AxAxSxS]

Isaac Bacon yeah they do! last night was so good. Dana's bass just crushes.

[@SamLibman]

Seeing them with Earth tonight!

[@JosephHitchcock]

So. Fucking. Awesome.

[@ryantroyford]

the breakdown in Pleasure Center fucking rips. can't believe this is only 3 people and i just found out about them.

[@Roosefer]

What's the deal with not showing Dana James face at all? haha

[@TheeFinchLynch]

I was just wondering that. She's a joy to watch play.

[@ewetubevideos]

3:22 :)

[@sevenmileswest2444]

OH, HELLO. FANCY RUNNING INTO YOU HERE.

[@bubbastain]

So fucking bad ass!