The Truth About Why I Changed How I Look.

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

Tickets for my Justin Hawkins Rides Again LIVE Tour go on sale Friday 27th Oct here: www.axs.com/uk/series/19790/live-justin-hawkins-rides-again-for-the-first-time-tickets?skin=aegpresentsuk Dates: 18th March - Norwich LCR UEA 19th March - Bristol St George's 20th March - Sheffield Memorial Hall 21st March - Glasgow The Glee Club 22nd March - Gateshead The Glasshouse Sage 2 24th March - London Bloomsbury Theatre 25th March - Hayes The Beck Theatre 26th March - Cardiff The Glee Club 27th March - Birmingham The Glee Club 29th March - Manchester Salford The Lowry 30th March - Liverpool St George's Hall 31st March - Leeds City Varieties Music Hall

[@AlsoCullyHamner]

Please do Justin Hawkins Rides Again... For The First Time... IN AMERICA!

[@martinkasper197]

Where is Ireland?🤔

[@donnawaldron3261]

And Plymouth Pavilions?

[@susanb.1113]

Oh, I have to get Glasgow tickets❤

[@jamesfisher-martins7482]

Please come to Copenhagen!!!

[@ortonphotoart5770]

For me, the coolest thing that happened at a Darkness gig was in Bristol. You had a wireless jack on your guitar and came out into the audience on a roadie's shoulders. I jumped onto my mates shoulders and called you over. You then played the whole solo whilst I had my arm around you. It was epic! Thank you!

[@jbiel3617]

What venue was this?

[@ortonphotoart5770]

@@jbiel3617 I'm not sure what is called now, back then i think it was called bristol academy. The venue has 2 or 3 floors, when it starts, the bottom floor gets super rammed, everyone jumping, it's a tough gig, thought i was going to have a heart attack within the first few songs.

[@jbiel3617]

@@ortonphotoart5770 ah it could be what the o2 academy, it’s definitely a pretty packed venue when it’s a popular gig

[@ortonphotoart5770]

@@jbiel3617 yeah think that's it

[@avidadolares]

I knew after the first 2 words this was gonna be a comment thinly disguised as a compliment but gonna be all about you.

[@MrStevendoyle]

What a lovely honest genuine answer from Justin about the impact and importance having his teeth done made to his life. He seems like a great guy and as a guitar player myself, I appreciate his hard work and talent.

[@reemclaughlin4260]

I need my teeth. Good for him. Justin looks awesome!

[@JohnHuxleySavage]

Love when anyone famous is just super honest and humble and upfront about such things. Whether its adult braces or Invisalign or hair transplants or otoplasty or any small thing that isn't so much chasing "perfection" (like the Hollywood look) but is just a small point of self-image and confidence. There's often some weird stigma attached to it (especially for men) which is just silly.

[@Obironnkenobi]

10:00 - My favorite thing about Ringo Starr is that he once introduced himself for an interview as "My name is Ringo Starr, also known as the least famous Beatle."

[@thelawfus]

I had never heard any of Justin’s music before I found this channel. I love a few song from The Darkness, but I am a big fan of this human being.

[@voxi666]

Best band ever!!!

[@_Jay_Maker_]

Man, you missed out on how hype it was when _Permission to Land_ first dropped. The video for "I Believe in a Thing Called Love" is very accurate, because it was like these guys just landed from another planet. This was in 2003. Nothing sounded like them on the radio at the time. It was awesome.

[@TRDarnell]

Love is Only A Feeling is in my opinion exactly what a "timeless song" is. Couldve been released in the 80s or this week and it still hits the same. Beautiful track.

[@ac0pt]

I still don't know any of is Music ... Justin is just Awesome

[@Larryharrybarry]

This guy reminds me so much of Gary Cherone. He's a goofy guy and sn actor and i can totally see him doing something like this

[@OnlyUkeThatMatters]

"It was embarrassing; it was painful; it was really dangerous, I think; and then I tried to do it again and the same thing happened!" - Justin Hawkins (truly riding again)

[@ekek9510]

There's multiple kinds of wisdom in that story for sure 😂

[@JamesJoy-yc8vs]

". . . Again-n-n-n . . ." That is so important to me, for some reason

[@donnawaldron3261]

​@@ekek9510you could say that about the teeth fixing too. I had all my Wisdoms removed. 😅

[@ekek9510]

@@donnawaldron3261 😂

[@VintageParkingTV]

Haha, I looked at this comment as he was saying this line. 😂

[@IAMNationX]

As recovering Alcoholic you are a true inspiration. I feel you on the teeth, alcohol has ruined my teeth I hope to get mine done one day but living is better atm

[@northernthrifter8817]

I had to have what was left of mine ripped out after 30 years of opiates amongst other things, fresh set now and 4 years clean, I hated smiling I was totally ashamed of my teeth.

[@NathanLemmon]

With the teeth, I knew you would say that and I applaud you Justin for saying it. A smile breeds another - not just for yourself, but for everyone around you and everyone watching you on line. Good job man.

[@sole__doubt]

My life changed for the better when I had my teeth fixed. That and going to the gym have changed my life.

[@noleftturn5964]

Same for me: saved up and had all my teeth fixed. Friends still say "you seem so happy these days, it's like you're always smiling". Made me realize that I used to cover them up at all times.

[@dorianpod77]

Can I ask why you have done to your teeth?

[@NoodleMutt]

Thanks for answering my question! The Philadelphia show was literal magic; I still haven't recovered. 😅 See you all next time around!

[@slaterslater5944]

LITERAL magic?! Did he summon the demons of Asmeoth? Turn lead into gold? Saw a lady in half?

[@dennisdrass9277]

I was there, too! Magic, indeed!!!

[@trustmeimaphysiologist]

​@@slaterslater5944massively underrated snark. Excellent work.

[@elpatudo3670]

​@@slaterslater5944yes ALL of it!

[@murphyr31]

Literal Magic? The Darkness? 🤔

[@chelseaburge2026]

Saw you guys in Las Vegas. Seeing y’all play was the first show I had been to in over 4 years. I have chronic pain and am unable to stand for long periods at a time but I wanted to be closer and stuck it out. I must have looked absolutely f*cking miserable but I was legitimately having the absolute best time that I’ve had in years. So thanks for coming here and making that happen. 🤘🏻

[@Diffy1972]

Love that. God bless you fella

[@ldillin9698]

I can relate to the teeth issue… I’m a 60 yr old Grammy now & have dark gray stained teeth from tetracycline meds when I was a baby… I was teased a lot as a kid about having rotten teeth & I still don’t like to have pictures of myself with a big smile. I’ve done ok with it as an adult but it’s still a “thing” I haven’t had the financial means to get new teeth & now they’re all falling apart… I’m now on disability & if I wait long enough I might be able to get them fixed from being on govt healthcare… it would be fun to see how I look with white teeth! 😃 I love these podcasts & love the DARKNESS!! Much love Justin! 💜

[@RenzoRavioli]

i'm embarassed i had never heard of the Darkness (must have been that rock i was living on in hawaii ;-)). . . .somehow I stumbled on your youtube channel and thought it was the best thing I've ever seen, positive, insightful, british accent. I checked out the Darkness and fuck, damn, i play it all the time. my daughter is like "are the Darkness your favorite band". i'm 57 and thought i'd never find anything new an exciting (for me at least, 15 years late) in music again. mahalo. it's a joy to watch you work and inspiring in ways you might not immediately know that are unrelated to music, but overcoming the struggles of life. after watching this, i guess i need to smile more too now, damn you Justin Hawkins you are making the world less miserable!!! ;-)

[@NinnaJensen]

I honestly think Justin is very charming and attractive both before and after getting his teeth done 😊 But I really like his reason for getting them done!

[@felicitymcdonald6673]

I love crooked teeth, but I'm happy it made him happy

[@DanielBoonelight]

@@felicitymcdonald6673 i do too.

[@JF-NYC-NJ-Girl]

I honestly thought he was adorable even w the before teeth!! ❤

[@NinnaJensen]

@@JF-NYC-NJ-Girl Me too! He is very charming 😊

[@hollygrinstead7252]

The new teeth look great. Justin Hawkins was my big crush as a kid and he just gets better with age ❤

[@Szaam]

Never in my wildest dreams did I expect to see Justin Hawkins in an Obituary shirt 🤘

[@cindyadzukichang]

This man's work ethic is truly impressive! Just back from the DC show in the US last night and he's in the driver's seat again, fresh as a daisy. Las Vegas show was incredible BTW. I miss you all already. Good questions on this episode.

[@treyb387]

I went to the Philly show with VIP tickets. They were incredibly kind, sincere, and hilarious, especially Justin. Loved the show and would love to go back via VIP experience of course. It was my first time seeing them live and they were awesome to answer our questions. Yeah Justin, you are one dedicated man!

[@cindyadzukichang]

Nice!@@treyb387 I think everyone should do a VIP experience with the Darkness at least once! They were the kindest, funniest guys. I was nervous about meeting them, but they made me feel totally at ease.

[@lukejonesme]

The DC show was so freaking good, the atmosphere was great.

[@kilgoretrout3966]

I would like to encourage all to see the Darkness, and with the ridiculously reasonable price of the VIP Experience, everyone should jump on that if they can. Haven't had a better time hanging in forever. They were all cool. I guess Dan is shy perhaps, as I really didn't get much chance to talk with him...He could have just had his head in the game, and was focused on the gig. Net time, I will make a point of saying hi, cuz I really do admire and respect his energy, playing, presence and CHOPS. I implore all, go to a Darkness gig, #2 Buy VIP passes (Best entertainment value per dollar I know of) #3 Have the greatest night out in forever, (now remembering what its like to go to a concert again)..#4 Enjoy the show, DON'T WATCH AND RECORD IT THRU UR PHONE!....and #5 Have SUCH A GREAT TIME...that you want to book tickets for next time, right then. This isn't coming from a fanboy...I am almost 60...Yes I came up during the Golden Age of the Recording Industry & Huge, Million Dollar production type concerts. Thats all cool, I'd rather be young & hearing stories about it, lol. Sad you never smell weed burning at shows anymore...save for some outside ones...I was able to be discreet with a vape pen. I do miss the communal experience of starting a joint, then passing, and it may go 10-12 people before it is burned up. That kind of sharing is built into us from before history, like any group of nomads, in a circle, taking something from the bowl, and passing it..I think thats why I liked passing joints, I knew I wouldn't get back at concerts. Most important thing is, everyone was so keyed up to see The Darkness..It felt like a weight being lifted...."We are at a CONCERT AGAIN!!!!" I know that sounds silly, but I really felt that giddy inside, at soundcheck, and Showtime was even ramped up from that.....Then it goes dark, gets LOUD, and Here comes the "Black Shuck!" 💢💥🤯😃😁🥳👏🎼🎶🎸🎸🔔🥁🎤

[@raquelsnt]

I like very much "The comments day". I had a teeth corrector too and i agree with you about the importance of smile without feel insecurity.

[@staciheaton9424]

I had the pleasure of meeting Justin some years ago and he had braces at the time. Lovely human, and I appreciated that he had braces just like one of us mortals would. Hee.

[@kylepretorius2982]

Dude, that question, where you answered regarding your teeth... HOLY SH*T HEAVY, but so much respect to you for your answer with your wonderful smile. Damn dude. high 5 to you, Sir Hawkins!!!! (Is it a high 5 or a bow, to a Sir like yourself)

[@PamelaDaley-b2g]

Ur brilliant ❤❤

[@jcooksey2003]

Question from Ben (my 3yo, and your newest fan) - "How did they get on top of the mountain?" on Love is Only Feeling Video. FYI - awesome show in Denver, can't wait for your return

[@MsSecretPoet]

Great question. I love that song and music video so much. I’d love to know the answer too! Did you shoot it all in one day? Did you get vertigo? How safe was it etc?

[@ChrisSztybel]

They climbed it like the damn professionals they are.

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

Thank you! Check the next comments video!

[@callumfriend2523]

I'm with you on the teeth response. I hated my teeth for years. I was able to get invisalign a few years ago and I never stop smiling now

[@hallhv01]

dude your teeth look awesome - love it! As lovely as your personality.

[@lovejoy1738]

Ringo Star's drumming is so good that it is mind blowing.... his timing and ability to bring life to the drums and the empty spaces are perfect... Its not the heaviest or fastest etc. It's just alive that's the only word I can find...

[@ZuzuTheLemon]

The hawk tattoo IS awesome. There is a beautiful lady sparrowhawk that's recently taken up residence in our garden - we call her Justine in your honour. 🙂🦅

[@MariaFrancesca]

I have no less than two bird skeletons tattooed, but seeing Justin's hawk, I start to think I should get a live one tattooed, as well 🙂 ... ... Just realized I DO have a live bird tattoo, too... Well, I don't have a FLYING live one! 🙂 Having Justine the sparrowhawk living in your garden sounds absolutely lovely 🙂

[@ZuzuTheLemon]

@@MariaFrancesca you should get a flying live one! I love birds of prey, technically Justine lives in the nearby woods, but she comes for her daily bath in our pond. 😄

[@MariaFrancesca]

@@ZuzuTheLemon Right! Aren't they just the most magnificent creatures? So regal soaring up above. Love seeing them 🙂 We have lots of ravens around here. Really cool birds, too. Best thing about living in fucking nowhere - the wildlife 🙂

[@ZuzuTheLemon]

@@MariaFrancesca exactly! 😄

[@raquelsnt]

Justine 😂

[@MariaFrancesca]

I do miss the long form podcast a bit, I love to listen when I draw, but it totally suffices that you still managed to prepare so much for us on here while on tour. We are so spoiled!

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

It'll be back, don't worry!

[@MariaFrancesca]

@@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain It's the highlight of my week, no lie. Big thanks to you and Jenny! 🙂

[@raquelsnt]

​@@JustinHawkinsRidesAgainbut you haven't gone!

[@tjatkinson88]

Justin, you are one cool dude. As real as it gets. Thanks for all you do.

[@ThePeps1776]

For the ringo star question i was the same. I didnt think he was that great because the songs sounds simplistic. But when you have a kid who started playing drums at 5 and is now 11. His first favorite band was The Beatles and trying to teach him Ringo's parts that is when i realized he was an amazing drummer. My appreciation changed once i began to really listen to Ringo, now he is one of my favorites.

[@JustPlayingBass]

My wife and I have always loved your videos Justin.....can you and your subscribers please send some love.

[@ragman1960]

❤❤❤

[@benjaminbaird9303]

Love 2 u my man. We all need it.

[@Marcus_C51]

Hey Justin, your comment about getting your teeth worked on so "I'd have the appearance of a happy person and it permeates my bleak veil"...LOL-nice! I can relate. Enjoy your tour and continue to kick ass with your brother and mates.

[@KineticWars]

this is so so wild. as a kid (im 28 yo) i used to LOVE the darkness!!! listened to yall alot back then, and im following this page for so so long and ive never realised youre actually the singer, I LOVE THIS CHANNEL AND THE DARKNESS hahahahahahaha

[@christigerwalker2712]

The ‘Logo! Logo! Logo’ show was at Ynot festival in 2013, it was the first time I saw the darkness live and they’ve been my favourite band ever since 🤘keep up the good work Justin love the channel 🤙

[@thegrinderman1090]

I was there and had completely forgotten about that until now... As he explained it I could see it clearly in my mind, and I couldn't tell if I was inventing a memory or not, haha. The Darkness and The Cribs, what a magnificent pair of headliners for a small festival.

[@FuriKuri666]

Slowly we rot! Love that album ❤

[@Carte-Blanche-NZ]

I’m pleased for you that you got your teeth done. It’s a big job and I must say, what a great smile and handsome man!

[@AbigailRobots]

I got very close to getting adult braces over the past decade and Justin was literally the only role model I could find for encouragement. I know of one particular music video where they're actually visible (and they looked awesome). Interesting to see that altering teeth didn't affect his voice as I know Freddie Mercury avoided dental work to preserve his.

[@CJ-oi7zm]

Who knows if dental work would have affected Freddie mercurys voice. Obviously he believed it. Also his issue was differed. It was overcrowding that created a larger tooth palate and larger mouth opening so it could have impacted the breath flow while singing. But who knows, David Bowie had his teeth corrected in his 40s and it didn’t affect his voice. I think it was so smart and brave of JH to get braces and have his teeth corrected. It’s a procedure that’s not just for looks, but as he said, the phycological impact is so important, but also as we know, uneven teeth lead to gum issues which cause inflation leading to other serious health issues with heart and other illnesses. Braces are not just for pre-teens, everyone needing teeth correction should do it. Congrats JH on making such great choice.

[@339blackdiamond]

I have really small teeth and because of gastric reflux, which I was unaware of what it actually was for most of my life, I want straight and just, flat ending teeths, but my local dentists keeps on insisting that you don't work on a smile in reguard of aesthetics and repositioning them. I don't fucking get it. Straightening your teeths is bad they tell me. Everywhere I look, people have their teeths worked on or redone. My dentist always advise against it. Wth? I don't know what to believe anymore, am I stuck with my teeth or am I not.

[@CJ-oi7zm]

@@339blackdiamond get a New Dentist, get an opinion from a orthodontist. I had braces in late 50s ( getting braces late in life does not get them perfect like it would as a child, but it definitely makes a big improvement) , couldn’t afford braces as a child, and never been vain enough to do anything about it, although now I believe there’s nothing wrong with some degree of vanity, it’s basically doing for yourself what makes you feel good, I guess it’s that phycological impact, the happier inner feeling JH noted. But I invested in myself in getting braces at a late stage in life for health reasons. To lower inflammation, and reduce heart risk from the inflammation damage. Inflammation is the origin of many illnesses. Do more research, get second and third opinion and do what you feel is best for yourself.

[@wellesradio]

I wonder if Freddie wasn’t simply afraid of the dentist and/or dental surgery and used the singing thing as an excuse to stop people asking about it. Bowie always seemed to be somewhat self-conscious about his teeth as you can see from footage of him when he had long hair. I think he started having them cleaned more often around 76 (when he starred in The Man Who Fell to Earth) and then had them fully corrected by 82 (Let’s Dance). Of course the most inspiring was seeing Shane McGowan fix his teeth and how happy it made him.

[@CJ-oi7zm]

@@wellesradio I think you’re right. But in the 1970s that type of surgery might have been risky, and he would have had to wear major head gear braces to correct the overbite.

[@jcc455]

Thanks! Your reminded me of a poem my dad loved; The Value of a Smile A smile costs nothing, but creates much. A smile enriches those who receive without impoverishing those who give. A smile happens in a flash and the memory of it sometimes lasts forever. None are so rich they can get along without a smile, and none so poor but are richer for its benefits. A smile creates happiness in the home, fosters good will in a business, and is the countersign of friends. A smile is rest to the weary, daylight to the discouraged, sunshine to the sad, and nature’s best antidote for trouble. Yet a smile cannot be bought, begged, borrowed, or stolen; for it is something that is no earthly good to anybody ‘til it is given away. For nobody needs a smile so much as those who have none left to give. by Frank Irving Fletcher 😊

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

Thanks you so much!!

[@RosieHarp]

I watched the Jonathan Ross interview. I thought you looked lovely and came across as a warm engaging chap. You look even better now 😀

[@Sabu7676]

For question day-What do you like right after a show- do you like to immediately mingle with people and chat or do you need a quiet moment?

[@mirapiccolo6601]

Great video Justin...I love your beautiful SMILE😘

[@Ammerstol]

Love the Obituary shirt! Quite didn't expect the teeth-answer, but that was a really good one.

[@markb9064]

Just saw The Darkness in Brighton this week. Mind officially blown. Especially Justin's Power Point Presentation as to why you shouldn't film on your phone at gigs. Legendary. Voice, sixpack and headstands as powerfully as ever. ❤

[@deetcool7267]

Thanks for the subtitles. Im deaf in ne ear and i used to have to hold you next to my ear. Now i can watch the programs. Thanks.x

[@KowankoMusic]

Thank you so much for your show in DC last night! My mates and I are also on tour and happened to have the night off. Couldn’t have asked for a better way to spend it. Cheers!

[@vacantalleyways]

Just saw you guys in Jersey a few days ago. Another incredible show as always! Thanks for taking the time to chat for a bit Justin🖤

[@jo19871945]

Justin I’m so glad getting your teeth done has made you more confident- they do look great. I’m just sorry that it was necessary, I always liked them as they were and if anyone made you feel they weren’t totally fine then I’d be interested who… I just want to talk I swear 😈

[@EvilWizarddd666]

Love the Slowly We Rot shirt, phenomenal album 🤘🔥

[@IDieHardForever]

Dude your show last night at 930 Club in DC was AWESOME. Thanks. Cheers!

[@bowlochili]

Last night in DC was magical.

[@elizabethlane880]

This is a bloody great channel to discover Justin. Love your upfrontness. It was a big time in my life to turn on the late night music tv show RAGE here in Australia and bands like yourselves were coming about, I always have maintained that the early 2000s era of music was a highlight of the last 20 -30 years and you guys were a big part of that. How fantastic to come full circle and find you here doing this great show I will stay tuned reguarly

[@craighughes3495]

Had a great time at your show in sf a few weeks ago, i was the only one singing love is only a feeling when you asked for your best song, to lead into a thing called love, sorry, i was a bit drunk but later, when the cringes subsided and the mrs stopped laughing at me i realised i stand by this. Awesome new tat, i mustve watched hawk the slayer a thousand times as a kid.

[@amandavm]

Good for you! Getting teeth sorted is life changing. Gave me much more confidence. So I agree. Investment in your smile is worth it ❤

[@kbutcher]

We saw you in Denver and will see Depeche Mode in November. So funny to hear you talk about going to see their show. You guys were amazing ❤

[@robgarnett3767]

I was at the Boston show simply awesome love you guys! Can’t wait till you come back to the USA for another kick ass tour!

[@SpicyTricialicious]

You looked amazing then & you look amazing now! 👏🏼

[@CazTanto]

My Niece is not long turned 5. For about a year and a half now - maybe even two years - one of her favourite songs is Bohemian Rhapsody. She also likes other Queen songs. The fact is nobody told her to like these songs. I can attest first hand, from our car journeys, she isn't one to be swayed. She knows what SHE likes and she knows which of my songs she doesn't like. The point is most of what she likes is the sort of kiddy stuff you'd expect. But Queen was just this outlier. To me that is testament to how brilliant and captivating their music is. So I think it doesn't matter when Queen happens. Just to continue the story a bit, a few months ago she heard another "grown up" song that is now one of her favourites. Her little playlist had run through and so YT Music just started playing other random stuff. As I was driving at the time I was blissfully unaware, just not really paying attention to the fact her young mind was now in new music territory. Fast forward a week or so and she asks me to play this new song. She says, as though it makes perfect sense, "Can you play the Pink & Purple song". I enquire if this is a song they sing at school about colours, but it wasn't. Then I remember this thing she's been watching on Kids YT where these children have the room split in two colours. It must be some song that they sing, but it wasn't! She's getting a little frustrated with me because apparently I know what the song is and we listened to it before. But I persuade her I can't think of it right now but we will find it later. However, a couple of minutes later I see it in my mind, clear as day - pink and purple. The song was Ain't no Mountain High Enough, and it was the album cover for Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell's Greatest Hits! She also got me again just the other day. Told me she couldn't find the "Mud" song. Again I had no clue and was asking her where she hears this song. Though, a minute or so later she spots it. As it begins to play I recognise it instantly - In the End by Linkin Park. As I glance at my phone and see the album art it seems to make sense. It does look kinda dirty or "muddy". However, when I told my brother the story later he first agreed, but then began to laugh in a moment of realisation. He put the song on but the video version; it took all of 20 seconds to realise why it's the "Mud" song 😂

[@mark.guitar]

Nearly half a million subs, and 26k views in 24hrs, gives you a great base for a label without needing traditional marketing. Go for it mate!

[@kevinaldridge]

Justin can you please do a yodelling version of your theme tune. You know it makes sense. 😁⭐️

[@peggyh8937]

Interesting perspective by the dude commenting on Queen but that makes me wonder how much he knows about them. Queen were not going to be denied. I don't think their attitude would have been any different today. They worked hard, had great music, and are the best live band ever, IMO. The fan base is not a coincidence. They had the fan base because they put on a fantastic show with great music. They were excellent musicians who really enjoyed performing and making the audience feel like they were part of the show. The way they connected with the audience made them who they are today. That is a gift that not every performer has. The fact that they are still relevant today even without Freddie is due to their ability to adapt. They continue to bring in new fans. I do not think they would have been rejected by the record companies. They had a great product and the determination to go after what they wanted. I believe they would be successful in any era.

[@MollyStar1979]

Justin, I just saw you all in Detroit. It was the second time I had seen you in Detroit, and it was just as much of a party as the previous time. I knew it was a moral imperative to make it to the show. The previous time, I was right up front, and both you and your brother handed me guitar picks during the show. I still have them. I treasure them. At the time, my concert buddy and best friend was pouting with his arms crossed at the end of the show because you both had handed me picks… I asked him what was the matter and his response was, “Why do you always get everything?!” 😂. So, I offered him one, but he refused. This time I was in the middle, because I had to wait for a friend to meet me who’s ticket I had purchased for them as a treat. They had the best time, as I knew they would. Even though we were still in the middle, you were carried right past us while playing on your security guard’s shoulders. You gents never disappoint, and I am just so glad to have had these wonderful experiences with you all in Detroit. I’ve been a fan since the first time I heard you. Thank you, all, for all that you do.💛😎

[@cupidhart-james4277]

Teeth are important! Way to go, Justin!

[@Helen-Scorpio]

Keep rocking🤘🤘🤘 You're doing a great job!! Love is the answer to any question ♾️💜

[@dh1380]

Where do my taxes go?

[@steveh88]

Oh damn, I wouldn't have expected to see him wearing an Obituary shirt \m/

[@CJ-oi7zm]

Really, why not, didn’t you see his prior commentary on it? Look for it

[@jaystel2381]

Love these episodes! Can’t wait for the Melbourne show in February! Hoping the VIP Experience will be running again 😁😁👏🏼👏🏼

[@eily_b]

I think your natural teeth were really charming and they were part of why I noticed you back in the early 2000s in the first place. But I don't know the backstory obviously and how they affected you

[@wendelynmusic]

I think comments videos are my favorite. I'd love it if you did them more often. Wonderful. :)

[@ivybator6167]

I am happy, you're coming with your Band to Hamburg / Germany in just 2 more weeks 👍🏼

[@Yourfavguitarist]

I’m going to a gig today and the opening song is I believe in a thing called love. You have been such an inspiration thank you

[@timdeeter2211]

I love The Darkness also love you wearing an Obituary shirt. You rock hard my friend.

[@Aemirys]

Just booked tickets to The Darkness in Australia while listening to this very pleasent chat! See you there Justin! Lets ride!

[@downtime-p8u]

You know what I'd love to see....you and a few fans jamming together on stage....not entirely sure if any of your live events would be filmed of course 😊 but if they were....I think it could be a cool idea. Maybe fans could post vids of themselves playing their favorite instrument as part of an "audition"...to win the chance to get up on stage 😅

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

I'm doing a music clinic where I'll be breaking down an audience members song on stage.

[@manuela-6998]

Uauuu bella l idea / peccato che non ci sono date per ITALIA 😞👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👍🏿

[@pags409]

Thanks for playing Sacramento!!!! So much fun!

[@davidkatz7997]

Loved the show the other day in NJ! 5th time seeing The Darkness, and this was my favorite show yet. Thanks again for coming out to say hello to all the fans out back afterward

[@elliewright8096]

Hi Justin, just commenting as my boyfriend and I have just brought tickets to rides again in Birmingham, we got our cinema tickets for the darkness documentary last night and we will be seeing the darkness twice In December :) some may say that’s obsessive but you can never have enough darkness if your life. Thank you for the countless hours of joy!!! P.s anyone reading this if you haven’t experienced the darkness live your missing out it’s truly a life changing experience.

[@Mdrobile]

Hey you'll probably never see this but i just wanted to thank you for the great music and endless hours of rocking out all due to you hawkins guys. Cheers mate

[@MrAaronbathory]

Super props for the Slowly We Rot shirt. Easily the best Obituary album. An American death classic.

[@stiffk666]

I noticed that and the fact it looks like it's been washed a few times. You do wonder when artists have on a brand new t shirt. Not that I'd doubt Justin anyway with his love and knowledge of metal along with many other genres. Just happy it looks lovingly worn. My Motorhead and Slayer tour t shirts are falling to pieces but I can't bring myself to throw them away.

[@victoriagypsy3226]

He's done an episode on Obituary too

[@MrAaronbathory]

@@victoriagypsy3226 really?!

[@victoriagypsy3226]

Yeh it's called This is why I like Obituary 🙂👌🏻

[@MrAaronbathory]

@@victoriagypsy3226 Interesting

[@marcusp726]

Omg I'm so dumb I just started listening to this channel and I love it but I didn't know till now that he's the singer from the darkness how cool and I feel silly admitting this but yeah rock on

[@fastrobert]

Saw you in DC at the 9:30 Club last night - best gig of the year! Had a great night and you were dead right about Paris Monster!

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

Yay! Thank you so much!

[@jamesfirth4168]

Very enjoyable Q and A, thank you. Also that’s a lovely timepiece on your wrist.

[@TedFerguson-ni6gf]

Hey Guitar Hero 🎸So happy to see you are alive and kicking! Justin, mate…you truly are a guitar hero and a power chord improviser. You have a ‘feel’ for Rock ‘n’ Roll that cannot be learned…..as Keith Richards once said…”If it’s in the Bones, it’s in The Bones! Keep on licking that Gibson Justin…I Luv Ya Mate 🎸❤️

[@eternalextrapolations]

That was a very nice thing you said about your teeth and your smile and how smiling more made you happier. You took what could have been a question about material acquisition and made it an insight into the human condition. That's impressive. Cheers.

[@antoniocaro5315]

I'm going to play your music at my funeral. I Believe In A Thing Called Love is my favorite song of all time. It makes me cry it makes me happy. I Love You.

[@jessehutchings]

I love how your channel demonstrates that rock stars are fans, too. Every performing musician is a super fan of somebody else and that kind of camaraderie really creates the sense of a community among music artists

[@carmeng06]

WRONG-OH! The coolest thing that ever happened was that your favorite fan Carrrrmen went to her first show in Austin Texas last year. Oh wait that's my coolest thing...

[@aquaman461]

Dude I had to stop watching this after you courageously admitted being manic depressant. While I'm not diminishing the effects of that know that so many people watch you with joy and you bring such joyous levity to so many. Hang in there keep a smile and revel in the fact that you are a cool cat! ✌️

[@yesitsdenise7525]

you look great then and now. love the jumpsuits!! hopefully I'll get to see you in the zebra stripe one on the cruise next year : D

[@RandyGageOfficial]

Dude you are simply amazing. Please keep sharing your gift with the world.

[@misteress3840]

Saw you and the amazing band at the Wiltern, Justin. Loved the terrific songs and wonderful performance. Dressing gowns? Loved it. Switching instruments? Loved it! Thank you and the guys! (Opener were great, too)

[@joshuavaillancourt9877]

I have liked the Darkness for a long time. Listening to you talk about music and tell your stories has made me love the Darkness. Any band with someone who is so humble, funny, and intelligent is worth loving. Thank you for being you and sharing your greatness with us!

[@Carson-pv4hr]

Tony Blairs favourite band he's a cool guy

[@scottswan5266]

Justin I'm just glad that you're alive, happy and still making music .you're looking great mate , keep healthy! 🤘🏼

[@carlhungus2521]

as someone who has some similar demons.....it's great to see you smile and gives me hope

[@myslodsiewnia114]

We listen Your songs today with my husband first time together. That's was amazing. We sing "Friday night" all day. 😊 I think you are strong, amazing, crazy talented person. I love your personality.

[@joanquerzoli5201]

PLEEEEASE bring Justin Hawkins Rides again to the U.S. Missed your show in Boston…again! 😢😢😢 Been a fan here since the beginning of this show. Would make up for the show I missed.

[@youtubeme7195]

I saw the premier of the video for "I Believe in a Thing Called Love" whenever it debuted, I thought it was further back than 2003 (I looked it up) but I can't remember what channel, surely not MTV. But I heard about a new sound and band that's releasing a "groundbreaking video" so I said, Okay, I will stay up and watch this thing. No offense, I THOUGHT IT WAS HILLARIOUS! but at the same time I loved. It was a friday or saturday in the US I think, and I visited my brother the following day and had him find the video, and he did. After watching it my brother said, "Is this serious? No really? because if it is, it's AWESOME, if it's not serious it's even more awesome" And then we made comparissons to some of the videos that "The Cars" had. The good music, driving a completely over the top video was and still is FANTASTIC!

[@CJ-oi7zm]

All music is serious. But ppl have different tastes in music.

[@R_SENAL]

I too was a late convert to the Darkness, the high pitch stuff just wasn't for me 20 years ago, I didn't give it a proper chance to really earworm into my brain. Nowadays I drive my wife crazy playing your records all the time! I caught her in the Kitchen singing Girlfriend one day and then she scowled at me and said "this is your fault!" 😅 Two weeks ago we were helping a friend paint a house and I played for them all of Easter is Cancelled and I left the room to wash my hands while In Another Life was on, and I distinctly heard my best friend tell my wife: "I wonder if he clenches his butt-cheeks really hard for those high notes." 🤣

[@sole__doubt]

Love the Slowly We Rot shirt. Excellent taste brother.

[@nikcrosina]

That is very sweet of you to share how having your teeth done helped you to be happier all round. ;)

[@nicoladouglas3270]

Instant relaxation with Justin.... listening to you speak is like sitting round an open fire and drinking Hot Chocolate..all cozyfied

[@sherrybrown2830]

I thoroughly enjoy watching Justin breaking down the music and the artists. 🎶

[@stevenpick9451]

Cheers for including Gateshead on your tour - Sage Gateshead is a pretty fab location for live gigs, swanky architecture from Mr Norman Foster.

[@AussieMarcel]

All seriousness aside, I want that Obituary shirt so badly🪦