I Believe In A Thing Called Alex Melton.

[@AlexMelton]

Wow, I can’t believe I never thought of the term “uplifting emo”, that so perfectly describes what I try to make. What a gift this was! I’m honored to be featured and I’m very grateful for your graciousness in your observations. Thanks for your art!

[@novaGnomes]

awesome cover..

[@michaelclayton3990]

Its great to see you getting more recognition 🤘🏻

[@seeyouinhale2317]

Kudos on playing it all; killer strings, sticks, vocals, and mix.

[@debandjoelrobertson8046]

Alex you are a legend. When I saw you did this cover I sent it to Justin to do this review of you. Legends!

[@bonn1771]

Nice cover

[@richardpoll95]

Alex Melton is one of the best content creators on KZbin. The guy deserves every plaudit he receives.

[@megano2000]

Alex Melton is a blessing on this Earth. Thank you so much for checking out his work!

[@scottlindholm8938]

Love that you did this. Alex Melton is so talented. His version of "Fast Car" is so good. And his way of making songs "blinkified" is so fun.

[@TheSalPic]

what's cool about Alex is he doesn't just add guitars and double time drums. He re arranges songs and you feel like it's a multiverse thing. The original was a "drop everything and Rock out" song with my college roomate. We recreated it at my wedding even!

[@animatedbreak]

"Mmm! Saucy Voice" compliment from Justin Hawkins is probably the best compliment you can receive. So chuffed for Alex :D

[@PeterCleff]

Super cool to see Alex get the love he deserves. He's a massive inspiration to a lot of people in this space. Great reaction.

[@danielhulan3058]

Im in my late 30s now and was a teenager when I believe in a thing called love came out. My family thought i was wigging out but i absolutely loved it. Still to this day, one of my favorite songs that take me back to my childhood. I always tried to play guitar along with you but could never be that good. It was quite frustrating lol. Now Im a therapist and i regularly play that on yt in my office down low of course. Thank for the memorie!

[@punkermd73]

Alex is a supreme talent, I am constantly amazed by his work. So glad you appreciated his interpretation. Yay!

[@originalkangarootoo]

I do love the conversational style of your videos, but also I never fail to be impressed by casual displays of musical knowledge (whether instrumental or singing technique). Lovely stuff.

[@dicarpio2177]

Alex Melton is a genius. I’d love to see the two of you perform together!

[@nedim_guitar]

I discovered Alex Melton during this past year. He's brilliant! I love his covers, and it helps that I like that style. Hearing Alex's covers is actually inspiring, because I hear what one can do with different arrangements. Really cool!

[@skast3r]

So cool to see this reaction. Been a fan of Alex for a few years now. His covers are consistently well thought out, exceptionally produced, and performed. Two of my fave YTers together. Love it.

[@ArmyBVR]

I wanted you to notice Alex Melton and I'm glad you did!

[@jaymcs]

So happy that you are giving Alex work some attention. He is one of my fav youtube artist. Dude is talented as hell and his covers, i mean his versions of the songs are amazing.

[@robbswain]

“Just missed it…” at the end haha. Love your music and these videos are awesome, hearing a true artist talk about all the intricacies of their own song reimagined is really cool.

[@rickwatts6969]

You, dear Justin, are anything but a one hit wonder. You're blessed with many wonderful hits! Every album has been great!

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

Also even if he was, it's better to be a one hit wonder than a None hit Nobody!

[@54spatula]

Justin is a brilliant songwriter. IMO they’ve wrote much better stuff than their singles

[@georgel3657]

Permission to land was full of bangers! I admit I never specifically looked for Darkness music and then I randomly got "why don't the beautiful cry" and got hooked all over again

[@Chris_Stanley007]

Damn, you have bad taste in music

[@54spatula]

@@georgel3657 that is indeed a great and well written song.

[@lifeafterarmy3019]

I have said it many times before, but this Song/Riff is the BEST Rock riff from the past 20 years BY FAR, and I will fight anyone who disagrees. Playing this riff/Solo(s) always de-stresses me. Thanks Justin for the great content/music.

[@rpfcreates4476]

Love a lot of your stuff. Melton is great too. It’s funny nowadays most people only know “Hotel California” by the Eagles or “Dream On” by Aerosmith despite super deep discographies so knowing the main hit is not the same as their being one hit. Translation- you rock!

[@jamlemon]

Been following Alex on KZbin for years now. His gospel style covers are amazing too.

[@spk_eze]

Glad I replied to the comment on Alex Melton's video saying they can't wait for the reaction video, someone replied that Justin had uploaded one 😊

[@J.D....]

Alex always delivers, hes a great musician, but his arrangements are always top notch.

[@drop830]

It has not been 21 years since you put out "Thing called love". I refuse to believe I'm old

[@MiaBeedo]

The fact that my eldest turns 21 as well means I was not into the music scene and totally discovered The Darkness at Oceans Calling this year. They made my 2024 Spotify Wrapped ❤️❤️❤️

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

Whether you think you're old or not, you're right! Seriously tho my dad is 68 and he acts and functions like he's 45. And I know some people who are barely 50 and act like they're 85. It's ridiculous!

[@Xzanthos]

I was 19/20 when this song came out, I was into the heaviest metal I could find and I hated this song. At the age of 41, this song is fantastic!

[@drop830]

@Xzanthos dude I just can't believe it was 2003 when that song came out. I honestly thought it was like 2008ish

[@alexsherel3344]

We are..weee arrrrre

[@FaceFixation]

Yesssssss!!! LOVE Alex Melton and LOVE The Darkness - amazing world collision! 🥳

[@jimmythepirate494]

Melton is brilliant. His versions bring deep cuts back to the surface!

[@HatedJared]

Alex's drumming will forever be epic. I have a thing for half-time drumming.

[@curtiswilson3569]

Alex melton is in my top 10 Spotify artists last year, for a person who has over 1000 artist and 18000 songs played.. that’s pretty impressive. He is amazing. Also, love you Justin, you have a ton of hits in my life.

[@CityDinnerNight]

Is that time of year where we come together to celebrate the best Christmas song ever. Justin you’re a legend, may we never see the bells end.

[@noleafclover9106]

Love Alex Meltons covers, always puts his own spin on things

[@erickleinwolterink3524]

Love that he didn't take this one super far away from the original feel of such an iconic song with the historical vocals...but he really did flesh out the song to something wide and colorful like that.

[@dograin]

Justin, the new song is an instant GRAND SLAM. The new album is my most looked forward too album for quite some time. & The longest kiss was easily my favorite song of the year. ❤🤘

[@joeclifford183]

Alex melton is a boss 😂 I love all his emoify covers but some of my favourites are his blink 182 country covers ❤ This one is great though, awesome to see your take on his work.

[@peggyh8937]

Loved this one! Thanks, Justin!

[@MJWinters]

the first reaction that was actually worth watching, super interesting takes

[@bullhornzz]

Love the show, longtime listener, absolutely Love Alex, he's a fabulously talented musician.

[@joecooper1703]

One hit is more hits than 99.9% of musicians ever have. And, there's still time for more hits.

[@stefangro2675]

Very very true. 🎉

[@gregplaxton2682]

I'm not counting so-called hits. I like the honesty and Justins obvious enormous charisma.

[@swall359]

YES!!! Alex is great, so awesome of you to use your platform to highlight his work!

[@timwindling]

I always love when two channels I subscribe to have an unexpected collaboration.

[@brendanfisher]

Yes!! This happened me too!

[@DBHErazor]

Alex is such a fantastic musician, love all his stuff. Thanks for the reaction

[@ridasKSEuk]

I've been listening to Alex for just over a year and I love his stuff. he's such a great musician/producer. great to see you checking him out.

[@bex82uk]

Imagine if you were in your hotel room then suddenly hear Justin start recording his podcast next door 😅🤘🏻

[@ImMattFromAus]

Fuck yeah, Alex Melton is a BEAST. You should check out far more of his work, he's incredibly talented multi-instrumentalist and singer.

[@lwlagrange]

Your song, always one of my favourites. One of my favourite guitar solos impossible vocal range. You’re a champion sir. Make us some more!!!

[@EXZACHTLYWRIGHT]

Yaay! Love you both so much as creators and humans. So glad these worlds are colliding❤❤❤ .

[@robbiepemberton]

Alex's covers are absolutely fantastic.

[@user-oi3ry9dx9u]

So happy you popped back up in my feed. Definitely gave me the boost i needed. Cheers, Justin!

[@dannymorgan1263]

Alex Melton is insanely talented. I have a Spotify playlist that I only ever maintain 100 songs on (one has to die to add a new one) and his hero/heroine worship cover has been on there since he added it.

[@thefilmjerk901]

Imagine covering one of the greatest rock songs of all time and the guy who made it reacts and his first comment is ‘brilliant’

[@angermanagementstudios]

I knew you’d love it JH! Let the bumming commence!

[@MashaT22]

I’ve never heard of Alex Melton, but I appreciate hearing another take on a song I love - and an interpretation by the original artist, no less! Thanks Justin!

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

I've heard of his YT channel and shorts, he's done tons of rehashed versions of popular songs and it's really cool!

[@mattjones1992]

Super cool seeing two people I fucking love making this kind of content.

[@Butters1251]

Forever one of my favorite songs.

[@aaronbra4974]

Love is only a feeling is the #1 hit imo if u had to pick

[@terrymcguniess7582]

alex is very talented when it comes to his covers you can tell that there a labor of love and not a cash grab

[@definitelynotadj]

13:33 Is love an emotion? I thought it was only a feeling...

[@cameronfontana]

Ahh this is the greatest!! Two of my favorites in one video. So stoked for Alex and brilliant content as always by Justin

[@jonmoore873]

Made my morning seeing you and Rufus on Sunday brunch Justin. Plimsoll was a nice touch.

[@UncleRicoOSU]

Looking forward to this one. I came across Alex’s channel a couple of years ago. He’s great.

[@Mike-my8fb]

I'm one of the guys that asked you to review it!!!!

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

Well, I appreciate!

[@Mike-my8fb]

@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain I appreciate you! Next artist to review is Petey

[@earlmasangkay8573]

I was today years old when I also heard of him now I'm binging.

[@barryvercueil2346]

Better than i expected. Fun factor elevates this rendition. Cheers

[@Orchie]

I'm a bit late to the party, but I really enjoyed you giving Alex Melton his flowers. Fun Cover, you're both great!

[@travisparadis5035]

I saw you perform at the house of blues in San Diego in like 2010 or some where around then and I new your song and who you were and liked the song but I just went cuz my boss took me and holy shit brother you have an amazing voice I was blown away you guys sounded incredible!!

[@Cajerunner]

Hey! You found Alex! This is awesome! He’s a great performer! Nice one Justin! ❤

[@JeeliBeeli]

Thank you, Alex only puts out the best stuff.

[@paxo666]

Having a lovely time... or... simply having a wonderful Christmas time? I'm very much too proud of myself for this. Thank you. I'll see myself out.

[@mickeogh]

liked before watching, the cross over we all needed!

[@toxicsquirrelboy]

Justin Hawkins being visibly giddy 5 seconds into an Alex Melton cover is everything.

[@rockflint123]

I'm not here to make anyone simpathy or to create a circle of hugs.. i'm really talking from my core and what i really think of this band. This band never had a non hit album. I found albums even more recent way more explorative joyful and with really amazing songs.. then permission to land or one way ticket. You have to appreciate this guys work or even listen before throwing a judgment on the table.. that's all

[@heidiiiiiiii]

Exited our wedding ceremony to this song 😁

[@JoHisey]

This was a delight. Cheers!

[@davek2234]

Great version. Justin your a legend glad your not up yourself down to earth fella and you were gracious in your appraisal.

[@mattlombardi54]

Your songs are all good man, far from a one hit wonder! I have loved your music for a while!

[@racerx3065]

Finally this guy is getting noticed, he's so good.

[@lesliehutchins326]

Anyone who has the NERVE to ask you that one-hit-wonder BS question clearly doesn’t know much about you or music in general! Hope you are going to get to relax for a bit with the family😻💕🎄

[@crush40cool]

I’ve been watching this guy for years! He’s super talented, so glad you’re covering!!

[@Ronanjack93]

He’s brilliant! Cool cover

[@DougRG]

Been waiting for this! As you know 😆-- Glad to see it was well received by its original creator! Great stuff, JH.

[@mrtaylorhelm]

Oh hell yeah!

[@aprilkurtz1589]

Obstinate ostinatos. Love them. This Alex Melton fellow really did the original great justice. That must feel really great, Justin. I cried when a band covered one of our songs, and I'm not a crier. This is indeed fun emo, not the navel gazing hopelessness of a band like August Is Falling, for instance. I'm a total dunce at re-arranging songs. I can bust rhymes all day, lol, but my idea of turning "Get Your Hands Off Of My Woman" into a 60's lounge singer song is harder than I expected.

[@leeweber85]

Been watching Alex’s remixes over the past few years. I love that Justin took a look and appreciates/respects his cover of it. ❤

[@Kitastrophe97]

Check out a band called Powder Chutes from New Zealand. They were in the crowd at one of the Highly Suspect shows, threw up their hat, and got asked to open for their next two shows. They got pulled out to play Lydia with them too 🤯

[@jasonspencer9246]

Love Alex’s. Videos Panic at the disco country style is my fave

[@slimjimfpv]

I’ve followed Alex for along time now (due to our mutual love of blink 182) and he’s awesome! So happy you’ve found him now too

[@Nicolasmondragon707]

Justin Fucking Hawkins Rides Againnnnnnn! 🎸🎶🎶🎶

[@LeKretch]

Personally I love “Love is only a feeling”, which means there’s atleast 3 hits in my book!

[@SeanAzelton]

Love the new Darkness ... Cant wait for Dreams on Toast - hope all is well Justin!!!

[@purplewoodencustard]

I couldn't care less how many hits you have had or going to have ,you're a f*cking legend 🎉

[@Texas240]

I'm here because I just watched the Fall Guy movie and caught this song and had to go back and look it up to see if I remembered it correctly. The Darkness on this track always struck me as Queen mixed with the early Beastie Boys.

[@ericcoombs]

Justin you rock 🪨

[@jonwoodmass2849]

I was waiting for this

[@robs.1868]

WHOA!! TWO OF MY FAVORITE CHANNELS HAVE CROSS POLLINATED!!!! ❤😅🎉😅🎉😮😮😂😅😂😅😂😅😂😅

[@SuicidalLemonade]

Been waiting for this since I saw Alex's cover.

[@kaminznanna]

100% agree, 2 hits! (My favourite song was neither of them, “Growing on me” was and is my Jam! 😂)

[@LooneyTune666]

Alex is awesome.

[@MIKE-TYTHON]

Intro was class 😂

[@Molly11ross]

The Darkness are a specialised subject on Mastermind tonight.

[@Life30Thirty]

I subscribe to both of you with my personal account, but somehow, my public account's suggested videos are moving away from the true crime genre I work into my other love: musicians who talk about music and create hit songs in a different genre than the original. Alex is one of the best at doing this. I love this video and I had the widest smile on my face throughout the whole thing. Thanks for being a good sport, Justin. I wish more artists could appreciate someone doing a cover of their song like how Alex does and comment in kind.

[@andymoore7755]

Alex is great, followed him for years 🤘