If Dammit Was A Country Ballad (Y'allternative Cover)

One of the biggest (and most covered, maybe?) Blink 182 songs gets the Alex Melton treatment this week - stick around to the after show for some fun drum production insights. Thanks guys!
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[@benm2784]

This ain’t “Dammit” this is “Dangit”

[@SkawarsXE]

hahah yeah

[@Dukesmokey]

Dagnabbit

[@LoveSpellzFB]

Darnit lmao

[@Mathew2190]

Can just see Hank in the background "dang it, Bobby"

[@Aerobane]

Dagnabit

[@BenAck912]

More like "Dad Gummit."

[@Lord_Marquaad]

dosh garnit

[@hellfire66683]

Dag gummit

[@TheSalPic]

Gat dangit

[@Thomas_McCoy]

gum blanket

[@Endersgamejp]

Dag nabbit

[@Steamerbeen]

As a musician you have to give so much respect to this guy.

[@sgjuxta]

Turning early like Pop-Punk Blink into, not just a country ballad, but a WALTZ country ballad is absolutely incredible.

[@jampetson]

It’s in 6/8. A waltz is in 3/4. But I can see the confusion.

[@wontootreefoe]

BRO!!! you just compounded them!!!@@jampetson

[@gregprice4834]

I mean, the feel is the same just notated differently, 6/8 creates more a movement and drive to the song over a waltz style in 3/4 which is a little floatier and spacey.

[@roachwerks3043]

@@jampetsonit’s the same thing lol

[@fromthistexasbreath]

@@roachwerks3043 well yes, but also not really. One feels more like |XxxXxx|XxxXxx| and the other is more like |XxXxXx|XxXxXx|

[@IamNinetyFour]

Every cover feels like an original with how much character Alex puts into it. Well done!

[@copious187]

The switch from 4/4 to 3/4 is amazing. Well done.

[@donhartfield]

He specifically calls out a swung-6/8 timing; can be reduced to 3/4, but it's 6/8 per meter

[@Jobrill]

Your country covers were what I first came across, and they still may be my favorite thing you do. This is nice and smooth, great lazy sunday afternoon listening.

[@switchback80]

Alexandra Kay also did an amazing country version of dammit too. Both of them are amazing! Great job Alex!

[@andy5auru5]

I came into the comments to mention this too!

[@crunbinklins]

I like how Alex has been picking up where the Punk Goes... series left off, doing a consistently better job of it, AND doing the inverse with stuff like this while absolutely killing it there too.

[@ethanbendler7352]

its hard to explain, but the feeling I experience between the chorus to the verse is so incredibly powerful in this version. likes its being magnified.

[@paulus7you]

A therapeutic take on my favourite childhood song. Love how Alex changes the emphasis off key angsty passages, bringing a sense of uplift and hope. This song feels like a big hug.

[@namelesswalaby]

y'all......dang thats pretty good son

[@imchronicallyme1339]

I love your country ballads. My favorites. An all country album would be amazing. Oh I just saw your new album with all the country covers. Listening now 😊

[@avenshmit66]

Honestly this just proves that Blink were bona fide brilliant song writers. Just high quality chord progressions, lyrics, pacing, etc. Alex has obviously done an amazing job to add to it and create something new.

[@remardspeccolownie981]

I agree 100%

[@somebodyandthem]

This is the most common chord progression lol

[@jericjamias6921]

It's sunday night in my side of the world, sudden heavy outpour of rain, just about to put my son to bed..this then came out in my suggested vids and it didnt disappoint, such a fit to the whole scene i described too. Awesome cover as always.

[@andyslater5248]

absolutely loved this treatment, added a whole lot of depth to the original

[@EverythingFizzy]

This was my favorite song 25 years ago when I was a wild skating middle schooler 🤙🏻 Now that I’m a lame 40 year old this hits differently but still somehow the same! 🙏🏻

[@skast3r]

Big Blink fan here, and that was incredible! The chorus soars. Love it. A country cover of Look What Happened by Less Than Jake would be great... 😁

[@melissap5649]

THIS

[@Vienershmaken]

Seconded

[@grahamcrackergaming630]

This is some of your best stuff. I'm really impressed by the melody of the verses being on the back note of the swing beat in a 6/8 signature - effectively being on beats 6 and 9 in a 9/16, which is absolutely wild. Such a fresh take on a well-loved tune. Outstanding work.

[@jeffoh5787]

Man, phenomenal job on this song!! I started listening to Blink when I was a young teen in the mid 90's.

[@PankoBreadcrumbs]

Between the original, the After Dark version for when the depression is feeling spicy, and now this BANGER for when I need to yeehaw my mood back to normal I think I finally have all my bases covered. Thank you Alex! 💙

[@IneptHatred]

which after DARK Version? 😮

[@Migtosis]

​@@IneptHatred Dead On A Sunday

[@IneptHatred]

@@Migtosis thanks a lot, this version ist awesome!!

[@Viddarius]

Don't forget the outstanding Alexandra Kay version

[@TheAVAMovement]

Always delivering the best blink covers! PS: how come the lyrics on Dammit keep getting deeper and sadder every day?! 😢 A timeless classic.

[@UkyoSensuke]

I guess that's just growing up.

[@oc0dyc]

@@UkyoSensuke Ayyyyyy

[@TheKalven]

This cover got to me😢 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZm2iGeGopqcbacsi=hzc_JKtMX7HNj9z-

[@lew-e]

It would be awesome if they brought you along on a tour and did a few renditions of their songs at least as an opener or intermission. You've covered so many!

[@jimidave6281]

That was excellent. You've turned a teenage anthem into something I could happily listen to... I guess this is this song growing up!

[@aarondolan]

Alex brings out a new meaning in his alternative covers. I love it!

[@nategeorgenson5179]

I really appreciate the "how it was made" section at the end. Great cover as always

[@bengotagun]

This sounds like how the song feels in my soul.

[@360Pros]

Man you achieved everything you wanted to and more with this. All your covers and genre fusions demonstrate total dedication and a nuanced commitment to the craft. And on top of that you're also a raw talent. Love it.

[@BrewCityGillz]

7:36 - This freeze frame actually fits the mood of this song well. It was meant to be! Always appreciate your work and the care into each song. 👍

[@amolm3597]

I've never really liked country music, and then Alex started doing covers of my childhood songs. I still don't like country music, but I can jam to his covers all day long.

[@SaigeLecteur]

Same!

[@Kwright304]

One of the marks of a good song is that it can be covered cross genre. If a punk band covers a pop song and it’s actually good, I know it’s because the original had something good baked into it.

[@Doradexplora]

I'd amazed if you didn't vibe with Chris Stapleton. Sincerely, Another person who dislikes country music

[@TheMxboy199]

I used to hate country now I love it Zach Bryan is pretty cool you might like his vibe it’s kinda punky. Hes said he’d make a Midwest emo album when he’s done with his album deal

[@Kwright304]

@@TheMxboy199 ew

[@brwnumygwel]

This is incredible! The feeling, the sound, the energy.... Congratulations Alex, truly a work of art!

[@fatherbear_418]

Dude! Thank you so much for going into more detail with your mixing process, i’m a huge fan of getting to hear musicians that I really respect going through their creative process, I appreciate that you don’t necessarily want to give away all of your tricks and secrets, but I really enjoyed hearing you talk about how you modified the mix wave plug-in. I recently invested in that same kit and absolutely can’t wait to try more creative uses of that library after hearing this! As always, phenomenal job.

[@GasolineBoots]

Huge Blink fan, and i love all of Alex’s reimaginings of their songs, and when he does other songs in the style of Blink. He is an AMAZING musician!!

[@wvanbev]

The love and care you put into this is so apparent! Strong work!

[@neonsigns6721]

You do really good work. Thank you for posting these for all of us to enjoy

[@SeamusCameron]

This cover is fantastic and the explainer is incredibly insightful to the process. Love it!

[@jeffwatts1510]

This is so impressive man! It sounds like blink and the sad country songs of the 90’s I grew up loving. Really feels like it tells the rest of the story!

[@wadehays5462]

This IS the best cover and one of my new favorite songs. Wow, man. Nicely done!

[@topro4school]

this cover just blew me away, you're getting better and better with each new song you release. keep it up man

[@stevensmith250]

Definitely hear the Pinegrove influence here. So happy to hear more praise for them!

[@Abeyptfc]

Superb big man, you're videos are tremendous!

[@hellfire66683]

You have a gift for this and I'm here for it all the way.

[@TheLindsay720]

That was cool man! Thanks for the Pinegrove tip! Love them and haven’t seen that video.

[@2rustysporks]

Woah. Excellent. Right in the feelings, and really does spin how you interpret the 'story' of the song as you listen. Really cool stuff.

[@prisonmike4971]

Great time sig, great arrangement, great bass line and the clever use of capos for both guitars in both songs. This song is just a great cover...as per usual

[@juishjaknife]

If I could go back 7 years to my first dance at my wedding, I would try to convince my wife that this should be it!!! Maybe I’ll re-visit if (when) we renew our vows.

[@ajjones64]

You and your damn covers! Always amazing. Thanks for this beautiful rendition.

[@44chubbs]

To be honest I loved the whole thing but the thing that woke me out of it and made me realize I had to mash that like button was the relatability of having a camera fall out at the end and just rolling with it

[@xtopherus20]

This really really works. Also a big YES to this video format.

[@stellabella89]

Alex this is incredible. I genuinely think you're one of the most talented people on earth!

[@sarjxxx]

Literal chills. You killed it dude. Keep it up

[@dragon11rider88]

The freeze frame at the end😂 nice work once again and I really enjoy the arrangement breakdown at the end.

[@kumaaddi5139]

I cant wait to see you get a million subs casuse I'm eclectic, a failed composer and when I see this much talent in your videos, it makes me think about all I've missed. I would be so happy to see someone with this much talent and passion get where they deserve to be! Thanks for your music and thank you for being you dude!

[@randysvids4774]

It's not too late. You can do this

[@andrewjones519]

The soaring vocal and arrangement at the end could sneak this song onto one of those Christian radio stations

[@batmanman0888]

This works way too well! This is great, thank you

[@ericfoster5267]

IMO, this is your best one yet. Bravo!

[@BrunoPeixotoVieira]

That was awesome. You are a beast man!

[@strongboy7289]

Man you have a great talent for turning these songs into virtually new ones.

[@brushedred777]

Forget the epicness of the song, that slow push into the frozen frame at the end of this video had me rolling! That is freaking GOLD

[@robertlosolla640]

Love the behind the scenes and explanations

[@RIDE-o-REBELLION-o-FLOATCAST]

Good God. youve got all this talent and you dont waste it. All the applause and respect.

[@5thElementDFW]

Legend says Alex is still stuck in that distracted gaze

[@TechGuyWiz]

Always truly amazing work!

[@thegodofpez]

Fantastic rendition! Loved it!

[@pip4168]

This is just beautiful! Nothing else needs to be said 👌

[@tragicastronaut3783]

Timebomb from angels and airwaves in country sounds like it would be amazing.

[@haven444]

i love this one! I really enjoy these explanations at the end. Even if I don't know what your talking about, you make me feel like I do 😅

[@rudispruell883]

You never fail to impress

[@smashthatthumbsup9707]

I want an entire Country album!!!

[@benjamineastman2214]

He did half of one already

[@HazyTrails]

How do you not have multiple million subs?? Every cover is pure gold!!

[@brendankenna3343]

Wow, just wow! This was amazing!!!

[@Rushtechsupport]

I like the explanation after the video vs in the beginning much better. Great job!

[@MHomer5401]

LOL the slow zoom at the end. Perfection.

[@Jaggernaut]

I can def see the pinegrove acoustic/room tone influence. I love those performances

[@cvanims]

Awesome job, per usual, Alex! Loved it.

[@lepanzon]

Bryant Roses also did a Dammint ya’llternative cover which is really good. That one’s the bluegrass version whule Alex’s is the CME version, both amazing❤

[@CollideWithTheSlope]

If i never heard of Blink before i would've thought Dammit was really a country ballad like this

[@vinman403]

Love the background info on what goes into these.

[@peterblombergmusic]

Dude, i love amperland so much. that video is amazing for that feel

[@the_Sarahnator]

Nice! Also snorted laughing at the very end.

[@beelzedog]

Not only does the care you’re taking with this really cool, but you mentioned Pinegrove. Much love from Montana. 🏴‍☠️

[@zacchilcott6012]

You changed the time signature this is seriously impressive

[@jonathanlopez9696]

My dudeeeee!!! This is 🔥

[@cptslow5374]

That freeze frame lol. Keep doing what you do man, I love every song you do

[@samanthakopsa6107]

I love the pace of this cover!

[@cristhiangabriel8453]

The section explaining the approach is just as amazing as the song itself

[@harm285]

Waited for this a long time 🥳 Edit: I really liked that you put time into explaining the feel and stuff of the song. It makes the video has so much more body.

[@KeikoMushi]

I am having a real problem deciding which version of this song I like more. Not a bad issue to have. In any case, good job on the arrangement. If Blink 182 ever hears this cover, I bet they'll love it. :👍

[@Michael-ll6px]

Dude, this is smooth.

[@kurtisswanson6976]

First listen Friday. This tune has been in my head all weekend! So good

[@zachking1206]

this was amazing!

[@nlm6183]

I love your arrangements. They're stellar talent of the highest quality. That said, this must have been hard to slow down. This was one of my favorite songs for a while though and I think the lyrics fit better with the fast paced music. Or maybe I'm just not just a huge country fan. Lol. But what you've done on a technical level is great (as always.)

[@coolwill78]

Absolutely magical

[@highwaylover389]

This has to be top 5 genre change covers I've ever heard. Instant follow after the first verse.

[@ben_hatton]

I'm getting a bit of All Too Well from this. Absolutely ace!

[@JordanTomb]

I love that I never know what to expect from each new video. Obviously, the music will be incredible, but will there be a skit, or a song breakdown, or an announcement, or something else!? My man keeps rockin and keeps 'em guessing.

[@TimbiT333]

Did.. Did I just shed a tear listening to Dammit?!

[@heathbranch1823]

This was dope bro 💯🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@jasonjoros3804]

Love it!! Keep it up, my dude.

[@wigs3430]

Yet another banger thats gunna be on repeat