Ministry - (Every Day Is) Halloween Acoustic

Featuring Al Jourgensen, Dave Navarro, Liz Walton, Dan Cleary, Michael Rozon, Morgan Kibler. With Charlie Clouser on Keys.
Footage shot & edited by Thaddeus Bridwell www.thaddywarbucks.com

[@connivingkhajiit]

I really love seeing how Al seems to be appreciating his older content much more as of recently

[@connivingkhajiit]

@Cory Thompson I doubt they've played this pretty much at all since the 80s

[@rodneyboyd404]

He needs money to fill his spoon!!! MWAHAHAHAHA!!!

[@frankyfrankson3850]

@@rodneyboyd404 youre a pretty stupid fuck arent you?

[@satanikslut9997]

You think a 'With Sympathy' reworking is coming soon?

[@nroks]

@@rodneyboyd404 weed only

[@paullanphear5201]

Don't know how to express how freaking amazing this remake is. This isn't a piece of music anymore, it's a work of art!

[@BlissfulBombshells]

STR8!!!🤗💜🖤💫

[@benjaminwalkenhorst9670]

Uh, music is art, though. But you are right, this is some next-level goodness.

[@robgoald]

To all my fellow misfits and vagabonds who took on this song as our anthem... We are still here, we are still relevant, we still trod through life with a hope of something bigger than ourselves.. You are NOT alone. There are many who understand what you feel. I am one of them ...and I love you.

[@Euthymia]

Back atcha, brother

[@mCblue79]

Were Still Here🤟

[@joanna_adler]

I don't know if this song actually was the result of him being on the Phil Donahue show oh so many years ago, but check out what he says around minute 8:30 in the video. ;) kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3iygoiXnaagrsk

[@erikkenney1897]

So many times did I fight for I looked different then everyone else. Listening to different music or had different friends. Yes this has more meaning to me then you can imagine. Long live the Dirty’s

[@chazgross4519]

Yes Brother..Being someone whose been playing the music for 40+ now. I'm still on the road and appearing soon before your naked eyes. That's me and Al.. Anyway my mission in life aside from making Goth girls wet has been to encourage everyone different just be you..

[@thirdeyes9993]

OMG Al Jourgensen and Dave Navarro collaborate together and this song makes me shiver down the spine. Stunning.

[@1968scottyd]

Right!!?

[@vafangul5716]

Makes me want to puke.

[@BlissfulBombshells]

Had Me All😢🤗🖤💜💫

[@candy.......]

First time im hearing this i have the chills too

[@conradpoos2859]

I wish Al would do an orchestral version of "I Wanted To Tell Her"

[@mermaidliontarot3927]

Conrad Poos Agreed! Love that song!

[@AngeleDeux1]

i love Al since With Sympathy!!

[@jasonandros9395]

My favorite from that album was always I should have known better! I love I wanted to tell her too...that would be amazing

[@elisaatsignet184]

Gawd, YES!

[@andyr7267]

Ooh, yeah

[@ryanhession2282]

I hate to say this but it gave me goosebumps .

[@paradisemind5627]

It brought me nirvana and a vision

[@AthenaScissorhands]

I feel like you can see his rediscovered love for this song. I'm happy they filmed the process.

[@rickneal4967]

I like how you can tell that this song still means something to him. Don't deny your past Al. You really created some amazing things.

[@riekepotters]

Get me the chills, I remember listening to Dark Matter Radio where Al was a guest. Dave Navarro suggested to sing " Halloween" in the studio. Al replied" it's been 30 years that I have performed this song" Gladly Al accepted the challenge, it was magical! Thanks, Al and Dave, for this beautiful gift!♥️

[@JoeMartinez-oz6fq]

They just made the song even more electric. Restarting the hearts of us who were honored to have lived, and experienced this new born dynamic era of music changed our lives forever. Showing the younger generations what brought us up to become what we all our now, the future that succeeded to express ourselves inside and out, and still make it in life to work any job, or have a PhD etc.. while looking how we want, saying what we feel, and publicly caring for anyone no matter the gender, color or religion by staying 100% real. The ultimate anthem of our time. We MADE IT!

[@marcstov]

I agree thoroughy and passionately. This was in my "prime time" of music....was 17. This was everything.

[@BlissfulBombshells]

@@marcstov DITTO🖤💜💫

[@pangeapiercing]

Al, "With Sympathy" is unironically one of my favorite albums. I'd knock an old lady down a flight of stairs to see what you'd do with retro synthpop nowadays, or a country album with Barry Kooda in Dallas.

[@dianeperez7300]

Barry kooda is greatness as well

[@bonniecreevy2642]

Lol

[@list3058]

I know he hates it, but it's so damn good. This version of this song is great. I just want to kill every single time I see Dave Navarro. Jeez, I'm watching as I type and this video...I'm gonna' go get a dictionary and see if Ministry's currently next to the definition of "Pretentious".

[@buggernut3643]

It’s not from With Sympathy. It’s from one of his Wax Trax singles.

[@DrummingKid78]

I agree! I love their harder stuff way more but With Sympathy is just so catchy and it may be from a bygone era but that's what makes it such an escape from reality.

[@grungil7570]

Halloween is the most shinning pearl in Ministry whole discography. I love this version.

[@ollieroks]

Just when you think Al has already taken music to another level.

[@fillphat]

youve never even done a 10th of the drugs ALs had huh?

[@oneskinnyhonky]

Some of us are only mere mortals,@@fillphat, not creative celestial beings like Uncle Al

[@fillphat]

@@oneskinnyhonky took the words out of my mouth mate...🤘

[@5orgen51]

This is literally from the '80's

[@fillphat]

@@dougcameron6609 you had to be there to appreciate it mate...and were not drooling just reminiscing... 😎

[@boag3144]

There will never be another Al Jourgensen ever!!!! ..............................lyrics ........ Well I live with snakes and lizards And other things that go bump in the night 'Cause to me everyday is Halloween I have given up hiding and started to fight I have started to fight Well any time, any place, anywhere that I go All the people seem to stop and stare They say "why are you dressed like it's Halloween? You look so absurd, you look so obscene" Oh, why can't I live a life for me? Why should I take the abuse that's served? Why can't they see they're just like me It's the same, it's the same in the whole wide world Well I let their teeny minds think That they're dealing with someone who is over the brink And I dress this way just to keep them at bay 'Cause Halloween is everyday It's everyday Oh, why can't I live a life for me? Why should I take the abuse that's served? Why can't they see they're just like me It's the same, it's the same in the whole wide world Oh, why can't I live a life for me? Why should I take the abuse that's served? Why can't they see they're just like me I'm not the one that's so absurd Why hide it why fight it? Hurt feelings best to stop feeling hurt Denials, reprisals It's the same it's the same in the whole wide world It's the same it's the same in the whole wide It's the same it's the same in the whole wide It's the same it's the same in the whole wide world

[@hans747]

What a great rendition of this song. I love how he breaks out that signature gravelly tone foe the last few lines of the song. Beautiful.

[@grimacres]

This will be played at my funeral from the speakers in my casket.. Everyone will receive a copy of the lyrics printed on linen card stock embossed in black and purple. We are all the same..... Thank you for sharing your beautiful talents with those who will listen.

[@scottrichmond1961]

That was my first notion too: How appropriate a comment on my appreciation of life in poignant words and beautiful, unique music that Uncle Al and friends have done again! A most fitting song for a funeral for those that have truly appreciated and enjoyed his (and Ministry's) works.

[@trevorsflatroundspun-vinyl9803]

Absolutely beautiful! I am so happy that Al is [finally] embracing his early past.

[@StanHolmes]

25 years ago: /me stomps angrily to Ministry Today: /me still stomps angrily but meaningfully 'cause I know the lyrics You guys nailed it. Brought a tear to this old grumpy goth's eye. Thank you.

[@TheBigMclargehuge]

Cry more, pussy.

[@candiedlemonz]

@@TheBigMclargehuge ok

[@frbyrd-tg5co]

I'm proud that my teens can drop into the Bop-be-bop-bop chorus at the mere suggestion of Halloween. I figure this Gen-Xer raised 'em right.

[@StephenMPlant]

discovered WAXTRAX! in 87-88 through college radio legend L.D.(little dave) and his UCF Orlando FL program the INDUSTRIAL FEST. with a "MIND.." tour PSA from AL - "Hi this is Al from MINISTRY .. our true fans are the ones who shoplift our records cuz they'll do anything to hear the new sounds!" u guys are my culture so thank u !!!!

[@StephenMPlant]

thank u Al, Chris, Paul,Will, Novel ETC

[@thisisit3333]

Class Of 1986 this was my Anthem 🥰🧙🏼‍♀️😈I was proud to look obscene. Still Am!!! Glad to see we are all aging gracefully. This is a fantastic arrangement!!! 🎃😈 #frisson

[@dakenscholz3585]

I’m not even done listening to it & I’m in awe! It’s beautiful, brilliant & absolutely epic! Love it so much, those strings & the bombastic drums, yes!

[@davesimmons9033]

Listen live

[@kevinsmithstears2009]

Re-issue "with sympathy" uncle Al!

[@Ministryband]

Theres a UK re-release on red vinyl

[@gabrielsoares4183]

Dude, would be very nice to listen to an remastered version of with sympathy with some unreleased songs

[@mindmy609]

that was a terrible album lol

[@matthewwilliamlosure]

Shut the complete entirety of the fuck up. All of it. That album was amazing. Youhushayoumouth.

[@Fcreceptor]

I have that album on CD and also the 12” collection that I probably bought way back in 1990 something 🙌🏻 Club favorites for sure. “Work for love” was a great club song.

[@golfhm427]

Was fortunate enough to see Ministry and Mark Walk of Skinny Puppy play in Hollywood 1989. Two drummers that night.......no words can describe how awesome it was. The mind is a terrible thing to taste

[@David-nk5ey]

Numbers in Montrose Houston is where I first heard this song. Still incredible!

[@bobenny2673]

good call, good memory. I am hetero, but am an artist, so you most likely heard it at a gay bar...which is awesome..Montrose rocks

[@thundergodthor6285]

Into the rabbit hole of Houston, I was... Numbers was where I met and saw many perform the first time. Having connections to dance mixed 12' albums helped refine our choices of trips to the area. The Cult, Ministry, Love & Rockets, just to name a few. This even brings back memories of vivid occasions to downtown at Mecca on straight nights.

[@oliverklozoff5637]

Me too. Do you live in or around Houston?

[@lagrotesquerie]

Uncle Al, thank you so much for this Halloween present! I remember singing along and dancing to this in the 80s, and I'm still happy to be a weirdo. I saw you and Chris do this at House of Vans on Record Store Day and it brought tears to my eyes. xoxo

[@noth1ng5id]

Sang and dance at the Goth club new year 99 into 2000 this will never not be an awesome song

[@Lisamwessel]

This literally brought tears to my eyes it is absolutely the best thing I have heard in a very very long time!!! More of this please!!!

[@Orangegrapefruit2006]

I agree !!!

[@atomictraveller]

i don't think there can be more, we set out own paths "where roads are made i lose my way" - tagore but yeah - a lifetime eh keep fucking fighting for west papua

[@clvrswine]

Oh, please. It's just a song.

[@Lisamwessel]

@@clvrswine it might just be just a song to you but it's more to a lot of us, it's memories, it's life, it's the good times from back in the day...

[@tglennbane]

No tears. But I sat silent for the entire song, and just let the lyrics carry me.

[@User_Unknown123]

This song is very relatable as a metalhead who mostly wears dark clothing and band shirts i got accused of being a satanist and got called other awful names just for being who i wanted to be

[@adamturner1563]

Stronger than all! .. 👊

[@user-wv6dv1yz3f]

Yes!!!

[@TheBigMclargehuge]

AWW DID SOMEONE USE WORDS ON YOU SNOWFLAKE? The hidden meaning of this song is this: you chose to continue to dress a certain way in spite of knowing what would happen. But why oh why won't the world change FOR ME?? You take the abuse that was served because, right or wrong, you volunteered for it.

[@sethmatthews7394]

@@TheBigMclargehuge Wow, that is a gross, twisted misinterpretation. This type of thinking is why bullying doesn't die out.

[@cuztanksrule4774]

@@sethmatthews7394 just another keyboard warrior. Even with the rock and rule pfp

[@cybergnosis244]

This gave me that feeling I had way back in 1985 when I first heard the original version Absolutely amazing

[@floodchan]

I'm blown away. This is incredible.

[@sengirsagrav7255]

Im crying! This is so nostalgic! Awesome!!

[@r0ssi75]

Why did I find this version only now? Amazing redefinition of a legend.

[@MickPsyphon]

I love the original version of this track, because of all the memories and history attached to it, but this is a seriously righteous version! Amazing! Only the originators could take it to this level. 🍺😋👍

[@cmorrisx]

It was almost 30 years before I found out that it was a James Brown sample not Al screaming during the scratching break

[@anthonyw2605]

I'm so pissed that I found out about this a day late. Either way, this blew me away. Exactly what I needed to hear the day after Halloween when the shift now is to the Winter holidays. Rock on Al!

[@EndreGiovanni5869]

Takes me back to high school and hearing Ministry for the first time ❤️❤️❤️

[@brandondevoe3366]

This such a awesome version of this song. I like both versions equally.

[@Andre-dc6qf]

Stumbled upon this just KZbin surfing. Am blown away by this version

[@rayaguilarjr]

Twitch was the first album that got me into industrial music at that time. Would love to hear acoustic version of all of the Ministry hits.

[@buzzardneckseahag]

Been listening to Al since the 1980s the power is still on!

[@RickNelsonMn]

right on

[@melissapyle7290]

This is, hands down, my favorite version of this song. Amazing. Just amazing guys!

[@Mad_Maxotron]

PUT THIS GEM ON SPOTIFY ALREADY!!!!!!!

[@steeleduke]

Damn that was badass. So cool to see Al revisiting that classic.

[@davidwbrashear]

Holy crap this is amazing!

[@angellocastro1327]

Speaks to my Gothic heart and soul, only darkness protects my inner light 🖤

[@drzaiusman]

Amazing. Loved the original and this one blew me away.

[@MontaguStudios]

Hope this becomes available on Spotify and Bandcamp soon because I need it in my playlist pronto!

[@vicarelli]

It's still not available correct?

[@arclight1214]

It's just beautiful, so raw and full of emotion. An awesome version of a classic song.

[@andrew2393]

Damn. His voice has changed so much over these 35 years. Still sounds great! Now we just need him to do With Sympathy.

[@dystopian2153]

And the Twitch album!!

[@johnb5057]

thing is... it really hasnt. al uses a lot of effects on his voice. he can still sing that old synthpop stuff if he wants to. i think his surgical meth something side project had a song where he sang clean and his voice is actually quite great for his age.

[@MrAmc1291]

It’s happening. He did an interview with Yahoo where he announced he’s reworking the album to fit their current sound.

[@noneyabusiness1302]

I saw him a year or so ago. He lip syncs....everything. 😢 except NWO and it sounded terrible. But I still had a great time and prob would go again.

[@AleksaNoeksa]

So glad to hear this, I thought Al swore off all his old stuff. Acoustic Twitch album next?

[@williamdewey9568]

If I remember right this song is what pushed him to industrial

[@rebelinkontrol5601]

its theme song to a German movie called Radio Silence

[@twistedviewlabs]

It was mostly the With Sympathy material. IMO, that was a brilliant album

[@Maschinestorm]

Front 242 was a big influence.

[@dennisweber9159]

@@williamdewey9568 yes I agree... he hated New Wave, synth music. This song he had to do because his producer made him do it.

[@DarthShayanTool.]

this version gives me chills and tears in my eyes every time I listen to it ... like a hymn to my life and all my friends ...

[@tglennbane]

It's one of my favorite songs, since the first time I heard it on MTV in th 80s. Thanks for making it new to my ears again.

[@lisastrunk361]

I am so here for this acoustic masterpiece!!! This sounds awesome!!!!

[@FawazK]

The weed pen had me in stitches! I love you, Uncle Al. Edit: just noticed the video is 4:20 mins long LOL!!!!!!

[@Andf-kc4xx]

its the weed pen or the heroin

[@FawazK]

@@Andf-kc4xx he doesn't do heroin anymore, I thought that was a common knowledge?

[@Yumicpcake]

How do you know it's not ejuice with nicotine. He was a smoker

[@JennB331973]

@@Yumicpcake because he's got a cigarette in another shot.

[@CaffeineInjected]

Al is the man! Met him at Wax Trax Records in Chicago so many years ago....

[@KylesVacations]

Wow I have loved the song since the old days. Thank you. The is a awesome version. strong!!!

[@jasonandros9395]

God bless our seniors..gotta look up to them, now more than “ever”

[@wedreamtogether]

I remember listening to Ministry for the first time more that 25 years ago and getting goosebumps... listening to this version gave me goosebumps again...

[@cherrydarling909]

Brought tears to my eyes and chills down my spine 🖤

[@StellaPolaris-Topic]

What a present! From aged 5 to 32, my rebelious Cherokee-Irish ass has been enthralled by your anthems! Thanks. My music will keep coming! The anti-slavery movement I created, was born from the likes of Ministry. It's small, but the love is impalpable. Thx. Truly, thank you, again. I love you.

[@slamboy66]

Crazy, it fit me 40 yrs ago and still does today.

[@mick_c_horror_and_pop_culture]

Classic, Ministry!🎃🤘

[@JGBreton]

What an amazing arrangement. It conveys so much of the originals emotion and power. Absolutely touching, wanted, needed, and loved. Thank you!

[@brockula1372]

When I realized this was gonna be quite and acoustic I got chill bumps. This song always reminds me of cold air and smell of burning leaves.

[@crisgallardo4239]

The best from Al & Dave in years, hope this isn't the last time they collaborate.

[@shruggzdastr8-facedclown]

This is the first new music video that I've watched multiple times in quite awhile -- gets better with every viewing!!! So of my favorite moments are: When Al leans back in a chair wearing this beaming smile on his face so full of joy and genuine warmth; When everyone joins together, choir-style, harmonizing in a sing-along of the chorus; The scenes of Al playing with knobs, dials and other twiddly bits on the soundboard; When Al growls lyrics into the mic as the song nears its close!!!

[@NemesisDestiny]

This made my day.

[@JKParmer]

Seeing the Cruel World set, wow! Speechless. I am so glad the band is venturing back into the old catalog! A refreshing surprise! AL sounds fantastic!

[@ShinerBock2007]

Wow....just amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 150/100!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@misfitsa2826]

Outstanding acoustic. Great even now. Its cool to hear this again. Made my day👍

[@michaelamatlochova8359]

I listen to Haloween every day in my car! Love it, thx!

[@lilithscasket4808]

Ministry is excellent, you made life worth the trip.

[@TheAlfakitty]

It;'s great to see these folks older now and still as rad as they ever were. Esp. Dave Navarro.

[@SyntheticFilms]

Happy Halloween!! The ultimate TRICK or TREAT!! Well done Al, Dave, and company!!

[@totmacher6807]

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!!

[@LaVozDeLaTortuga]

Absolutely STUNNING 😍

[@fearsomebeard4290]

Stunning. Thank you.

[@jasonandros9395]

I wish I could tell Al in person how great this was and how amazing he is at whatever style you want to call it..I’d love to see and hear so much more like this! I really have a new appreciation for him and love everything about this song and video/footage..sincere and has feeling. Good feeling

[@francisbottoni6470]

Absolutely Gorgeous!!!

[@rblfrmthewstdwn]

Al, thank you so much for what Ministry has done for me. I got to see you in Louisville live for the first time and definitely not the last! You're a true rock n roll hero and I'm glad your light still burns bright!

[@asheranna]

Thank you for doing this... amazing...

[@louweedoficial148]

Fantastic!!! I love that time of Ministry!!

[@willbunnell889]

Such a beautiful spin on a classic. Thank you Al!

[@michaelalago7033]

STUNNING! THANK YOU!

[@crystallambert4247]

Fantastic!

[@esc8engn]

this is mad nice. thank you all for making this.

[@JennJohnson9217]

This is the most amazing thing ever

[@olsk0004]

Dude. Just amazing...

[@TheMagicalCaldera]

Beautiful!!

[@disciple012]

Can't tell if I love this or the original version more. So damn good.

[@Polly13Pinhead]

I'm in love. Ive obsessively listened to the non acoustic version for weeks now. I seriously about cried listening to this today.

[@tglennbane]

Fantastic.

[@edatthegovernance]

The carol of the season in its perfect form. I do like the original, but since release I play this one when the mood hits and especially this time of year. It takes what worked originally and uses all that Al has learned, with some really great people helping out.

[@reddays8448]

This is beautiful I love the acoustic and original version

[@randyd5881]

Wow, he’s actually finally acknowledging his own work again after 20+ years...

[@lesliebarth8026]

Beautiful.

[@redcoat4ever323]

Cant get enough of this!! Brilliant!!

[@tyler_61]

oh man, this is so goоood and makes me cry) Thank you, Ministry!

[@Buckpwnz]

...awesome!

[@taractaylor]

I love this song!

[@KyOte13]

This is just fantastic

[@sickunit2096]

Never thought I’d see the day when Alain went back to the old stuff.