I'm Never Doing This Again.

[@thereallybigdotcom]

I really appreciate you, Justin, for just being calm. These days it’s nice to feel the presence of a good-natured person.

[@duckylove3930]

Love, love LOVE your comment, perfectly said!

[@monkmell]

I totally agree! My husband's followed Justin for a while now, kept telling me "what a great guy" he is, but I started following him after watching his reaction video to Ren, but it's Justin's character, humanity, intelligence and humour that's kept me here. xx

[@copperkid95]

can we get an episode with your brother and/or the band? id love to see maybe you guys going over old performances or videos

[@autex2609]

Every once in a while it dawns on me that.. YOU ARE THE LEAD SINGER OF 'THE DARKNESS'. Cheers

[@KatSnow11]

Justin, spending a few minutes each day with you is good for the soul!

[@LaurenStellerSeaEagle]

Brilliant answer to my question, Justin! Your wit is truly a gift. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@JohanErikssonSWE]

so lucky to be alive in an era where its possible to have such an access to your idols and favourite artists, thanks for sharing your thoughts and reflections, you are a truly unique person and an inspiration. Break a leg on the Tour, hopefully while doing a dance macabre down the spillways of your soul. 💖💛💚

[@mrbig1022]

Except for the leg part!🦵

[@te9591]

You may find that they struggle just like we do.

[@Plumeria6460]

Love watching and listening wherever, and however you get your content out. Thanks for finding time on a busy day to record. Much love. 🤍

[@BigDawgGibbsy]

Superb as always Justin, up to Cardiff tomorrow to see your yourselves and black stone cherry. Going to be an awesome evening as always. Brilliant stuff mate see you tomorrrow. ❤🥳🤘🏻

[@thegroovyhead]

You are simply fabulous. I just discovered you; I'm not a rocker save the stuff I devoured in the 60's so do not keep up with the last few decades, of greats, haha. I so enjoy your articulate, lovely nature. I love the fact that you say, "It is I." Correct and uncommon. Yep, I'm a bit of a language snit. Some of the riffs in your introduction piece make me think that you would be a great flamenco player. Not the "Flamenco light" (that is heard in Starbucks coffee shops: polished and cookie-cutter, mad-making rhythm spat out by a machine), but the real, gritty, raw stuff of the art of flamenco. The deliberate flat tuning of the high "e" chord. The intensity. The emotion. It is not many who might understand the "whatever it is" that a flamenco player, singer, and dancer must have, right in the cells and soul, which the proud gitanos (gypsies) call the "duende" -- a ghosty, spirited, magical little monster of sorts...perhaps the perfect monster of true passion... (pronounced dwén-deh) Anyway, I am a singer and I do a lot of material in Spanish. I would, however, never presume to sing flamenco, as I am not blessed with that flamenco duende that is an absolute requirement for assuming the right to perform this intimate, very culture-specific music. I think that you have the duende. Would love to hear you do flamenco. I shall dream. Meanwhile I will continue enjoying your videos and lovely countenance and "vibe." Perhaps you already know and do this already...I’ll have to find out. So happy to have come upon you. Many cheers.

[@mariafantasma4409]

I have always loved your songwriting and didn't anticipate you being such a really cool guy. I got dumped and got sober last year and had to to a lot on my own but you having a daily podcast gave me a positive way to start my day. I finally got covid but you made it bearable. Thank you, for real. I love ya.

[@mirapiccolo6601]

You are simply fantastic Justin.....

[@nullternative]

07:38 "... first Darkness album came out when I was eight years old." No wonder you could hit those high notes.

[@sah-win]

Open Fire!! YES!! I’ve been looking everywhere for Justin talking about the reason for the different vocal style for that tune! I absolutely love it!!! Kinda sucks it tore up his vocal chords. Which, btw, answered me other question as to why he hasn’t done that style on other tunes or sing the song like that live. Huge THANK YOUS to Chester! And, of course to Justin!

[@hollylewis5302]

You are a gem! Adorable! Thank you! Againnnnnnnnn. 🥰

[@zoedowning2585]

Can’t wait to see you in Birmingham on Tuesday!!! Love this channel and you so much ❤

[@Bradford659]

I love the dedication to making content while at venues & when on tour

[@joet6434]

How about a justin & Dan Hawkins ride again or possibly for the first time episode? It would be cool to see a back & forth episode where you discuss music & and how, if so, your differences or similarities help forge the creative process of former & future records.

[@Nicolasmondragon707]

Justin Fucking Hawkins Rides Againnn 🎶🎶🎸

[@NinStardust]

Again…. 🎶🎶🎶 🥰

[@User-435ggrest]

Nice one, guys!😁👍

[@sethdognaux7966]

he fucking rides again.... fucking agaaaaain.

[@BVRDSTR]

Thxs for the channel and riding again Justin From Prescott AZ

[@heathd6199]

Justin I love your channel!!! I admit I wasn't a fan of The Darkness. I was wrong, you are now one of my favorite vocalists. What you do with your voice is incredible!!!

[@Toracube]

One of my fav channels. Thanks for being you, Justin.

[@mich10150]

Seeing you and Black Stone Cherry in Liverpool tomorrow. Cannot wait!

[@marcelosebastian333]

We just care about you...dont worry about the cameras mic and all that shi...thanks in advance!

[@elleeme9451]

What a wonderful person Justin is I knew that you would be. Because, whenever I felt down, one of my go to songs was "A things called love". The song and the attitude/ humour in the performance/ optimism of it, always lifted my spirits and sort of took me out of taking life TOO SERIOUSLY! So, it doesn't surprise me at all that you're a good spirited/ hearted person. 🙏👍🤗😊

[@Tomeddy123]

Keep the channel up Justin, these videos make me happy everyday! I look forward to coming home from work to watch them for a few minutes a day 😂👌👍

[@jeremythornton433]

Love your show, man. Your honesty is amazing! Like your music is. Keep it up!

[@steph_ssdd]

Comments day is my favorite ❤. Melt some faces this week!

[@jody3883]

Haha,,, hell yes we want merch!!!

[@chelseabrown2503]

We love vinyl too, we need all the albums available to buy! Some are hard to find on vinyl 😢 I need a complete set 😩

[@sethdognaux7966]

your so right! my mother was trying to purchase " permission to land " forme for Christmas but couldn't find it . come out w more vinyl so people can buy it lol!

[@Buzzer-ww3my]

Deluxe albums/B-sides often house hidden gems....Million Dollar strong (Last of our Kind) is a stunning song, the opening riff will take your face off! Look forward to seeing the Darkness 4th Feb.

[@sherynp9340]

Completely agree! That’s a brilliant song

[@arceyes]

Merch and long form content! 🤘🏼 much love from South Africa

[@andrewlofthouse7121]

Justin. I saw you and the band last night in Cardiff with my son. Absolutely fantastic; keep the songs coming! Andy.

[@alsaunders2490]

More long ones, Justin - pleaseeee

[@elizabethschmidt9594]

Always listen to your daughter...Mr. Hawkins! Hate to hear about you ever injuring yourself...stay safe!

[@moreheff]

I love the bonus tracks that you put out. I know Hot Cakes is not your favourite album and I understand why but I love it and the bonus tracks. I particularly love Pat Pong Ladies, which also makes me chuckle (would love to know the inspiration for that one!) and Cannonball with Ian Anderson. Superb stuff. Lovin' the channel as always and can't wait to see some merch ❤

[@Drummerjeffkazee]

Amazing singer you are Justin!

[@andrewmcgee1001]

Thanks Justin for another entertaining video. BTW, absolutely loved the Beato interview. You both seemed to have a great time..Keep up the great content.

[@jamestanton7424]

'Ere Justin, will you be performing your theme tune live on the tour? See how many of the audience sings along!!!

[@RickReasonnz]

That would be great to pick out who the true fans are, haha!

[@stevepoleri7604]

Thanks!

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

Thanks so much Steve!

[@rebeccarockchik6704]

Love your channel!! ✌❤

[@stephenhall9456]

I really enjoy all your content, gets me through the working day. Have a blast on tour. More stories about touring and mental health would be ace!

[@aatihenderson147]

Hi Justin Great channel - your upbeat and positive outlook is so refreshing to watch. So much so my wife is now an avid viewer and fan of the Darkness. Cheeky wee request to give a shout out to my wife Teresa as I secretly got her tickets for your gig on Monday in Glasgow. It would be an even bigger surprise to get a name check as she will be watching your channel beforehand. We might not see you on the ice, but we will see you at the SECC! Slainte Iain

[@adam5588]

Great video Justin!!!!! 🙌🙌

[@williamrobinson7435]

Nice sound there. The short Darkness clip also is mega, there an example of strong chord tones in the vocal. All the best with the opener! 🎶🌟👍

[@abbyhanson6308]

Hey Justin. Have a great tour! You're a legend.. Enjoy!!

[@StrangeDevice]

Looks and sounds great!

[@samjohnson326]

Huge shout out to you and your channel ! My 3 year old daughter even knows your intro to your videos because it's so catchy lol

[@polmorgan3533]

I like your chequered background....Thats a nice kitchen too.

[@Kat22Kit]

I’m loving your channel reactions etc!! Would love to see some Behind the Scenes stuff etc from the Tour!

[@blueberrylemonz4536]

Love this Chanel Justin , it’s just superb! Love the coat too, although, at first glance, I thought you were wearing a curly wig 😃🥰

[@jaynine6136]

As your theme song lives rent free in my skull, and often randomly distributes itself publicly via my mouth, I would absolutely buy merchandise 👏😎

[@synchronicity1470]

roaring here!! 🤣🤣😂😂 Justin's fans are a whole 'nuther level. Because we appreciate Jus' vast vocabulary and clever turn of the word, we regularly get pithy comments like jaynines. all, stars! brilliant 🤍

[@jaynine6136]

@@synchronicity1470 😎🥰🤭

[@NinStardust]

Don’t bring out the JHRA merch too quickly please Justin! I’m already planning on spending ALL my money on The Darkness & Black Stone Cherry merch at the gig tomorrow! 😂 It’s going to be F***ing awesome! Can’t wait! 🤩😁🥰

[@suzirox6599]

Ooh that was lovely♥️♥️♥️

[@britta.photography]

"... there's really no need for me for wearing shirts anymore, it's just a waste of time" 😂 Love it. // Sorry to hear about the ups/downs/demonitization thing. These social media channels have huge advantages but also huge disadvantages for creative people. Keep going, your channel is outstanding. Love the way you treat topics, people, art - and us as your audience. And I already have to thank you for one or another discovery of musical jewels, e.g. Ren💯. Curious to see your next set for this talk. Maybe another kitchen. Maybe that white furniture piece with the open top drawer again.😛And now all the best for the arena tour! 💥💪

[@tracywilliamson4275]

On-line skating is dangerous, Justin. Once you break an arm or leg, it never is the same as before you hurt it. And we are not getting any younger!😘🌟

[@billymurphy4800]

Justin Hawkins, the greatest Living Embodiment of the Rock ideal, kicking out the jams...and a terribly nice fella too by the looks of things. Thanks for all the posts.

[@charliebluechaos4963]

Speed of the Nite time is so absolutely beautiful. Please please let us know what guitar you used for that song. I was so in love with the guitar timbre that it took me like 4 listens to get over the beautiful guitar to actually be able to understand what the song was about cause all my attention was in the guitar. But then your voice is rich and velvety and beautiful in it too. Just absolutely beautiful song in every way♡ Much love to you Mr. Hawkins

[@dwightsurgan9887]

Does anyone else get Billy Idol vibes from that song? To me it sounds so 80s I love it. Drastically different from the rest of the songs on Motorheart imo. I'd really like to know the inspiration behind it.

[@cfcuker]

@@dwightsurgan9887 Sounds very 80s Australian to me as in Icehouse, John Farnham etc. To be honest not my fave track.

[@Weeeeeeeeeg]

I also think this song has one of the more notable bass lines in a darkness song. It’s rad! It’s awesome when the riffery finally kicks off with a vengeance, a restrained guitar track by their standards!

[@charliebluechaos4963]

@@Weeeeeeeeeg in a way I understand what you mean with "restrained" but that guitar timbre is everything but, that guitar timbre IS everything actually, it's just overly beautiful, I wonder if it's the ES Casino, or I have no idea, it's beautiful.

[@carlavonsander423]

The backing vocals sound heavenly.

[@anthonymichael3029]

Open Fire is a monster tune. I typically bounce between that and Black Shuck as my favorite Darkness tune. Either way, can’t go wrong

[@katetallent4032]

Same

[@bevanc3829]

Totally love that whole Album

[@strawberrycrush4967]

The man don’t give a fuck

[@emmahartley2368]

Thanks! We've just been to your Liverpool show. And after the shenanigans with the fire my question is have you had to stop any shows before and why? Awesome gig by the way. It was my present to my husband for his birthday. We had a blast. Thank you sir!

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

Cheers Emma!

[@emmahartley2368]

@@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain thank you! Wish we could come to Wembley. Enjoy!

[@zsoltlajtos6527]

Do you still have your one way ticket to Helen Beck? Jokes aside, thank you for everything you do for us fans. Keep up the good work and long live The Darkness!

[@Burkhimself]

In your life, what was the artist/band you toured with that was the most fun ? Which was the least fun ? Would love to hear any stories explaining each ! 🤘🏼greetings from Texas

[@jsp2866]

Apologies for finding your story about your inline skating experience funny but it’s given me a good laugh. Reminds me of the time I attempted roller disco and fell painfully on my arse. Some things are better left in childhood. Skating is one of them 😂😂😂

[@sues6944]

Some B sides are as good as A sides for some artists. Love JHRA merch idea. Did wonder if you were going to put some items out, specific to your YT channel. A good old 70's band style t-shirt with screenshot picture of you in the studio and matching mug of course, lovely! Good luck on Saturday and may your tour go smoothly! 🎸🤘

[@tommymclaughlin-artist]

As a rollerblader and avid watcher of inline skating KZbin I am delighted that this opened with an inline skating anecdote.

[@harmonic3350]

Epic mini Epiphone ending! Have a great tour.

[@NevilleWearsPrada]

Great guitar

[@lisaozols]

I love this video as per usual! Super excited as I'm going to see you perform on Sunday!

[@scott7521]

You are a good man Justin

[@bettynetch]

Love your channel Justin I watch every day!I have been lucky enough to win tickets to see you in Liverpool on Sunday so very much looking forward to seeing you guys live!Am hoping Open Fire will be on the set list but regardless will be awesome seeing you perform!!!

[@nomasnofuss8393]

I hope there's a Justin Hawkins catsuit in the march store !!😻🐱😾🙀😼

[@jody7214]

Love the tile dude…

[@denverrandy7143]

Damn!!!That "The Darkness" song was killer!!!Yea,I'm going to hafta pick up that album.Awesome possum!!!Thanks Justin.🤘😎👍

[@paulmarsh9838]

I’ll be watching The Darkness this time next week in Leeds. Can’t wait

[@ththejackjumper]

You should have a chat with Ian Thornley! Another great singer of a great hard rock band.

[@jameshannis4487]

Hey Justin! The Cardiff show was absolutely amazing, you guys get better every time I see you! Just wanted to tell you that I've been a Darkling right from the beginning. I was 8-years old when Permission to Land came out, my mother was less than impressed but I bought the album anyway! This was my earliest taste of financial independence, and to this day it has been my best decision ❤️

[@RichardSmith-ry8hk]

You have turned me on to music I never would have heard and a Darkness fan now because of you and this pod going to do any from the road?😎

[@ruthlessrog1]

Such great content, amazing stories, jackets, tunes, etc... i honestly enjoy all your uploads, its refreshing from the mundane daily reccomended list. 🤙

[@thomaschilds8781]

Seeing you later. Super stoked

[@tracyopera5401]

That wee guitar makes your hands look huge! Haha...sounds beautiful....

[@estefanimelgar0]

Hellooooo there❤❤❤ I hope someday you read my comment, loving this channel and sending love from Peru

[@AnthonyPhillips-jr8sm]

Superb show in Cardiff!!!

[@neilfrost1752]

My brother and I came to see you in Brighton last year. Amazing show and the sound was amazing. Just wondering how you get the balance to do the leg clapping against the drum kit? So entertaining! Keep rocking Justin!

[@H0LT-85]

Ahoy fine Sir, greetings from Liverpool.

[@ourmail9044]

Mr Hawkins have you considered going into acting? I think you would be very good at it and the result would be highly amusing IMO

[@lornakarimjee]

Great curly coat goals 😀

[@maniaccc666]

Justin, please please please, do Jason Richardson- Hos down It is one of your new favourite math-djenty-metal-virtuoso-shred-funny-mindblowing genre

[@coffeejabberwocky]

Good luck n enjoy your shows mate ❤️

[@joyfrancis1434]

Hi Justin, hope the tour is going well. Must be on a busy schedule.

[@tbailey94]

Justin please could you do a video on Nothing But Thieves? One of the best up and coming bands of modern times, smashed it at Reading & Leeds and Conor Mason’s voice is UNREAL! I recommend ‘I’m not made by design’ official live video !😊

[@ED-2O9]

Do guys play Givin’ Up live? Always loved that song despite it’s subject matter, the lyrics are darkly comical, love the Channel Justin keep it up great stuff!

[@Lisztomania1]

We heard here in America that you and KISS are playing a festival in the near future....that is very 😎 cool

[@haroldkellermier5502]

Property value went up in that kitchen 😊👍 after Justin’s visit 🙃

[@dewdew34]

95 , 95, 95 ! i was yelling in my mind...

[@mary-janebelec9082]

Skating is hard, & I have skated all my life (of course, being a French Canadian). BTW, I thought you seemed kinda Frenchie in the Open Fire vid, mais oui! And I don't think we all care so much about the visual quality of the post as much as we care that you do post. Love the jacket

[@grahaml8838]

More long form! I agree. Perhaps with guests covering your theme tune??

[@philipjennings3490]

That's an interesting idea!

[@magnussoderman6676]

an interesting idea would be a long time chat with Mary Spender. Your channel, Rick Biato's and Mary Spender's is the most interesting music-related channel on YT

[@olsinbad6815]

Last week you mentioned Hot Leg, on that EP you guys cover the great Darcy Clay, as a huge fan of New Zealand underground music this was a surprise to see to say the least, care to explain how you heard Darcy’s music and how you came to record it?

[@Rocksarum]

Lovely outro today!!! 🎶🎶🎶🎶 Who is "El Niño"?🎸

[@coventrykid08]

If the Darkness did a concept record what would it be about and can we suggest themes if you did.

[@blakkat4126]

I loved the camera pan-in when trying to remember your birth date. LOL! Aside from being extremely talented, this fella is just hilarious. Cool guy.

[@Thedrunkenodyssey]

Mr. Hawkins may dispense with a shirt, but does strive for a jacket because he is a gentleman.