Motley Crue Weren't That Bad, Or Were They?!

[@vadwanuu7825]

Dude, i suffer from the same disease as Mick Mars, Ankylosing Spondylitis. I'm only 52 and it kicks the shit out of me on a daily basis. The fact that he's 71 and is up there with a guitar strapped on playing for hours every night is amazing. He's a tough old man, no doubt about it!

[@RickReasonnz]

Had to google that... So he's doing all that with fucking fused vertebrae?! Badass!

[@janewhitzend688]

Exactly..massive respect

[@drunvert]

I saw Crew in San Diego 15 years ago and I thought Mick was on his last hurrah. He's amazing

[@dhrichardson5798]

Mick Mars is criminally underrated as a guitarist

[@TheBent139]

When Mick is gone, he will be hard to replace. He is the Crue sound. It would be like replacing Angus. Mick is incredible, like the walking dead but he still puts out some serious sound. A very good player.

[@cruesome1971]

Vince hasn't been "perfect" or "near perfect" since 1987 and I don't expect that from him anymore. It is what it is. He's going to sing every third word of most songs and allow the audience to sing the rest. The rest of the band will usually sound really tight, so you're not missing out on much. Go for the spectacle and keep your expectations at ground level when it comes to Vince's performance.

[@paulbryden4006]

It's the same with ozzy tbh you always new he wouldn't sound the best but always put on hell of show

[@Shauma_llama]

Saw them in San Francisco about ten years ago, no complaints, I enjoyed it immensely.

[@readmore4178]

I’ll stay home.

[@neilr4867]

Agreed. I've seen them a few times along the way and that's a pretty spot on assessment

[@Dave-Rough-Diamond-Dunn]

Saw them real close up in 2015. I absolutely loved it, and thought he did a good job. Now, watching people's phone footage of that show, it doesn't seem so great. On the night, it was fkn great!

[@christopherguzzi1316]

Best commentary on music out there. I laughed out loud when Justin did his impression of someone watching Mick Mars tread water on guitar before taking off with his next flurry of notes up higher on the neck. Brilliant.

[@yeahdudejoshishere8381]

Not Tommy Lee here it’s actually Tommy Clufetos filling in. But he as well has BIG energy. Saw him with Black Sabbath and he killed it.

[@Dave-Rough-Diamond-Dunn]

Big Dick Energy? I know what you've been listening to! 😄

[@subliminalaudio]

Correct

[@martymartin2894]

Great drummer

[@68Warpigs]

Also, Mick Marrs has Ankylosing Spondylitis (so do I) and to be doing what he does with that condition is a feat in itself.

[@71771PAULTHEWALLOFSOUND]

I personally think Vince did great, he was using that football pitch of a stage to run from one end to the other to interact as best he could with the crowd. And I'm in your camp when it comes to not expecting perfection in live gig's, after all we are just human and he's up there singing his little hart out. I think all the bands did really well, and for me 80% was just nostalgic watching them do what they love.

[@floorticket]

Your comment about "sharp, flat, forget the words..." reminds me of David Crosby's description of The Eagles: "They take no chances."

[@AutismRocksOfficial]

We saw the Stadium Tour this past weekend in Jacksonville. It was AMAZING. The music, the spectacle, everything about it. We sat through two weather delays and still had the best time. Don’t know what everyone is complaining about. (Side note-kickstart my heart was their closing song so yes, he was a bit winded)

[@motorcity7137]

Vince Meal winded ? Say it ain’t so Joe !

[@edmakatu]

Click tracks and vocal tracks help

[@TrilogyNjStorm]

@@edmakatu exactly

[@scottdecker3]

I was there! kicked ass! ❤️🤘

[@johnnythefox9830]

Old men of rock. Jeez I'm 59 and enjoyed ALL these bands in my yoof but seeing them now, I'm just glad I can view the 'spectacle' from the comfort of my sofa.

[@bongodoug]

As your videos continue, I see the wheels turning in your head as you slowly work out your theme song to its full conclusion. A tidy 2 minute number ranging from tears to joy to utter seriousness. Plus I feel the solo would smoke!

[@lilmelvin11]

The headband bit. Yep. Hysterical video. Funny diagnosis!

[@jtmichaelson]

HEAVY on the stage make-up. He thought it made him look younger but I thought it made him look like a mime.

[@jamescoderre9595]

I will be seeing the Joan Jett , Poison, Def Leppard Motley Crue tour when it hits Vancouver in early September, looking forward to the show.

[@lonepoorboymusic4365]

I like how you stay positive. It's easy to crap on things and seems to be all the rage on the internet anymore.

[@angeladmager7464]

I appreciate Justin’s charitable and kind remarks. I’m a huge MC fan, and love that they’re still out there!

[@WarriorEsoteric]

Your always a gentleman, taking it easy on a lot of these “Rock Stars “

[@pulse4503]

is it Justin or Frankie?

[@greengoog22]

🤣

[@richiep3520]

It's frustin!

[@rhysm.5915]

Thought the same thing. 😂

[@rhiannonstundon5184]

ha yes!

[@cainjake7940]

Justin poulaine

[@brien1301]

I FUCKING LOVE THIS CHANNEL!!!

[@mystilearmor]

Keep in mind too, Kickstart My Heart was towards the end of their set. He's out of breath and exhausted at this point. He's sounded much better at the start of the gig.

[@mread8230]

Hi Justin. My kids favourite song is “I believe in a thing called love”. My two year old especially loves belting out “GUITAR” line. They also managed to spot your playing on “Graces amazing machines”. I was wondering have you ever thought about a foray into voice acting? I can’t help but think you would dominate the scene. Much love, Matt in Devonshire

[@jimmyjames1161]

As a fellow musician from Lowestoft, I respect you and have much admiration for you

[@TJPenitencia]

The only rock-n-roll YT channel where the host uses the word "hirsute." Keep being you, Justin!

[@chirschGA]

My friends and I grew up on Permission to Land and to this day I annoy my children,trying to imitate your voice. So kickass that you can be my favorite KZbinr too!

[@stevelibby6852]

The videos of him singing with captions are priceless. Seek them out.

[@bigstylee6700]

Haha so goood.. Thanks for that!

[@danielwatson7319]

They really are the best

[@jimbob4456]

Yea, they are hilarious.

[@RockInterviewSeries]

This is the best podcast on KZbin!!!

[@1683clifton]

"I'm so virile and hirsute", these rules don't apply. God bless you young man And as always I was entertained

[@Willhomes71]

I was so impressed by the Citi Field show, all of the bands were fully on their game. The Crüe set was astounding loud and so bass heavy that even with ear plugs in I had trouble making anything else out (we were on Nicki’s side about twenty rows back.) But due credit to Vince and the rest of ‘em, they really kicked ass and the crowd was going nuts. That’s what it’s about.

[@aylapantswb]

How do you keep up this pace of practically daily videos?? It's great! I love the commentary, and you're voice is very easy to listen to.

[@Mesatallic]

Hey Justin, would be great to hear your views on Def Leppard. How the first 4 albums were the best. Rick Allen’s car accident, the death of Steve Clark and how their sound changed after Vivian Campbell joined the band (His time in Dio, Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy) Maybe how they’re currently doing playing LIVE and how Phil Collen can’t keep his shirt on, although I guess he’s copying you!🤘😀🤘

[@rugdnit911]

Viv has very little to do with their sound since Steve left us. He’s a hired hand- He’s not going to rock the boat. Definitely a massive talent who is underutilized in that band. I’ve been to many live shows where he occasionally runs off the leash with some of his solos which are incredibly true to the mood of the song, but in recent years has stayed extremely true to the original. The truth is much of Def Leppard’s signature sound died with Steve. That’s not Vivian’s fault.

[@animalistic670]

You guys have stayed young. I'm literally amazed by The Darkness in so many ways.

[@shanemolloy09]

Another great video Justin, my new favourite channel on KZbin easy watching at anytime of the day or night.

[@CravingBeer]

Over the last few years a lot of people laughed at Vince. After the latest footage, who's laughing now? OK, pretty much everyone.

[@AaronPharaoh]

Hello Justin. I recently came across your page and I love the content. Your thoughtful and unique analysis and commentary is brilliant. Can you speak about Alterbridge and the playing/singing of Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti. Keep up the good work both here and in your band. 🖖🏾✌🏾

[@Bulldawg1975]

Dude, I literally just laughed my ass off(yep) watching this video. Love the on point review, spiced with positivity, and your brand of humor. Subscribed!

[@simonc1uk]

The issue is, are the punters getting value for money? People paid $300/400/500 plus for their tickets and Vince has had over two years to get into shape. I used to be the biggest Crue fan, but they really are mercenary when it comes to taking the money and running (the only running Vince does, clearly).

[@JoeBaermann]

Age shows it's wear, you have to remember that some musicians live style in the past affects their performance of today too. The price is for a 4 band show, right? Apart from that, Vince wasn't on pair with some of the really good vocalists singing live in the 80's either.

[@simonc1uk]

@@JoeBaermann Personally, and it's just my opinion, but I don't think it matters how many big acts are on the bill. Many fans originally bought the tickets because they thought it was a Crue headlining tour, not a co-headline tour. Regardless, they are (co) top billing and Vince should IMO, show more professionalism or at least, more respect to the punters. Having said that, many American Crue fans lap up this shit anyway, so what the hell do I know. Lol.

[@eily_b]

Vince Meal looks and sounds A LOT better than the clips I've seen from him in the past years.

[@I-Libertine]

Justin, I appreciate your optimistic, positive outlook. Thanks for not being cynical.

[@user-yx2xm1bg6j]

Just take a moment to appreciate that no-one (generally) expects a professional sportsperson to perform in the same way at 60+ as they did in their 20s and 30s. That kind of performance is just as physical and mental. And more fun 🤘

[@seanmurray976]

Well done Justin! It’s fun getting into a battle with your band mates of who the winner is for each song! Ultimately it’s the fans that win isn’t it? CHEERS! Sean

[@gmoulder4567]

Most Crue albums are in D standard tuning, but the recent performances I've seen have been in C standard, so they are trying to help Vince out a bit.

[@OAlem]

I knew someone here would know. Thanks! Justin has some smart people in his audience. It's hard to tell but I suspected as much. I've heard that even in his prime he rarely got the 1st take in the studio. However, rock it till the wheels fall off, I say!

[@Hanzey1966]

That wont work for ( Fat)Mickey Mouse doing a Donald Duck Karaoke performance ....

[@gmoulder4567]

@@Hanzey1966 Wut?

[@AgtX999]

I prefer it when a band splits at the end of its prime, then its music & its members are immortalised, rather than seeing them slowly fade & wither away before our eyes. To be fair though, if it wasnt for youtube serving up videos like this id have no idea that bands like GnR etc are still trying to do it. I guess the die hard true fans will appreciate them.

[@ej_8888]

loving you & the channel Justin. Looking cute in the scarf too 😍Always interesting to hear your thoughts & you always give me a laugh 💀🖤

[@DJ_Cub]

Oh my god the head band bit being a cover for an ever receding hairline was too good

[@nancyfansher4791]

I use to give Vince all kinds of hell. When you're not even singing half the words and half of the words you are singing sound like a secret language children would use, you're being lazy and are taking peoples hard earned money. Now I just find Vince endearing. You can't help but root for the guy. He's a 61 year old that put his body through hell. It is really tough losing weight at that age and the endurance it takes to get around that stage night after night is not an easy task. He is singing better and singing more words than he has in the past 25 years and in the original key. The dude is a legend and I think most of these haters are more pissed that he hasn't crashed and burned as they hoped he would. What a sad existence for such a person to be having a rough go to bring you pleasure. On a side note Justine, I just watched an older video of The Darkness on KZbin. It was the one where some tool threw a beer at you as you were strapping on the white Les Paul Custom. Oh how I wanted to jump through this screen and save my dream guitar from hitting the floor. 😭 You handled that situation with great class my man.

[@TheBrightSounds]

JH - is hilarious, stylish, and a gentleman who looks for the good stuff. Big thanks for that.

[@dynamitecity9667]

I remember being a teenager being into metal more than like 80's glam bands. Though I did like Van Halen. My bands were: Metallica, Iron Maiden, Megadeth, AC/DC(hard rock I know). Also love bands such as Judas Priest, Black Sabbath. Saw Iron Maiden twice and was lucky enough to see Metallica. AC/DC live was something else though, just amps turned to 11 and got on with it. Simplified it so well and that's what I love most of all. And how fucking great is the rhythm between cliff Williams and Phil Rudd?

[@jimbob4456]

The ever expanding head was hilarious 😂

[@jimbob4456]

Reminded me of Brett Michael’s

[@mitchgosche3618]

Vince Neil was never exactly putting on a master-class vocally, even back in their prime. He's gone through an awfully rough patch in the last decade, and it's nice to see him getting back to a place of competency.

[@candy4320]

I went to the show in Cleveland. I personally think Def Leopard was amazing. Motley music was on point,Vince struggles and it shows. Still worth every penny. I do and did take into consideration he's in his 60s. Great concert.

[@robbiepeterh]

Vince Neil: 🎶 kickstart my heart 🎵 … no really, kickstart my heart 🪦

[@klauskarlkraus]

Kicksta ma ha

[@ThePlaySpace-CurtainCall]

Your show is hilarious. And you make excellent points. It's nice to see someone who actually knows what they're talking about analyze this stuff.

[@pumpkinpumpkin2077]

Last thing at night my mind sings " Justin Hawkins rides agaaaaaaaiiiiiinnnnn" and I wake up " Justin Hawkins rides agaaaaiiiin" , then I arrive at work!! All day!! It's a hook!!

[@witch_haunts_ghost]

Same! I've started changing the words and singing the melody to other things in my world, like singing to the cat and using his (the cat's name) More hooky than a pirate's hand! Thank the universe Justin Hawkins Rides Again!

[@pumpkinpumpkin2077]

@@witch_haunts_ghost it is, I sing to my dogs : " Mr Zeus" and " Babadadink" ! In Justin Hawkins style 😎 x

[@witch_haunts_ghost]

@@pumpkinpumpkin2077 Hahaha! I love it! And I'm certain our pets love it too....how could they not?!

[@victorshapona3909]

Vince has definitely improved! Good on him!

[@krystalklearwater]

Justin I had no idea who you were before stumbling across your channel, but I find you funny as hell...keep up the great work!

[@motorcity7137]

Anyone who pays to see Motley Crue after the first two albums , I feel sorry for. Some bands need them Old Yeller treatment

[@ronaldsweet3484]

Very nice opening theme. It's about time you played that guitar. I do appreciate your sense of humor, but, you are a serious musician. Give the fans a bit of a free show... You can keep your trousers on.🤣

[@DanaNussair80]

Can you do Def Leppard next? Cause lately I've been getting really into them and feel like I want to catch them live sometime 😄

[@stevedamien638]

If you are an Hard Rock fan then get their High n Dry and Through the Night albums. Their best. Unless you are a plastic radio girl then get any studio fakery albums they did after that. Pyromania is the in between,very good still

[@lunchb0x1986]

@@stevedamien638 fuck this is so arrogant lol.

[@sunraider0_0]

@@stevedamien638 yeah anything with Steve Clark on guitar is true Lepps.

[@brentwhite9712]

Good call, there is some great stuff on the new album, and they are incredible live. A Def Leppard feature would be great Justin!!

[@DanaNussair80]

@@stevedamien638 I've known their super radio friendly stuff for years which made me not dig deeper into their music, I mean it's good but not impressive. I heard Switch 625 on Cobra Kai though and it made me listen to the whole high and dry album and gave me new found appreciation for their music! I will check out On through the night then, thank you for the suggestion 😊

[@ajmiami9990]

They all sounded awesome. The concert was amazing.

[@jonaswhite5842]

Thoroughly enjoyed this one Mr. Hawkins. First saw the crue in ‘87, and honestly never would have guessed theyde still be chuggin along

[@MegaSting1981]

Hello Justin! Darkness fan since the OG days here! Just wanted to ask if you were a fan of Pink floyd at all and would they be in a future video? Keep on being you x

[@bridder01]

You rock, Justin! Love the headgear gimmick :)

[@cstomp1]

The expanding headband as the hairline recedes is brilliant!

[@witch_haunts_ghost]

It cracked me up too. Just genius.

[@barjacarrigan9905]

I give all these men major props for getting out doing their job!

[@BadMofoMusicCritic]

The beauty of the stadium tour is that def Leppard rocks hard, and then everyone is completely shitfaced by the time Crue comes out and it's a great time. Awesome show!

[@DavidSmith-ne1zp]

So glad I met you here Justin. I smile every video!

[@philmasecar8542]

I saw Motley Crue on the Carnival Of Sins Tour, when they came through Ontario, right after they released Red, White, And Crue album. Everyone was shitting on them back then and it seems nothing has changed. From then to now, Vince looks good, and he sounds about the same, which especially for a 61-year-old currently if freaking awesome. And a couple of more things, Vince was flat in parts when he recorded Kick Start My Heart back on The Dr. Feel Good album, listen to it again if you don't believe me, as for the sound at the venue, maybe don't record or sit under the goddam amp, you will always have the sound go over you unless you're by the wall on the floor to get that reverb. The Crue are still killing it

[@martymartin2894]

I'm just about familiar with the darkness from the song a thing called love and I think it's a great song. Just recently stumbled on this channel and the first thing that hit me was. This guy must have the same DNA as Freddie Mercury and should be in queen now instead of that other guy. Even the intro to the show is so much like Freddie singing.

[@darenwilliams4149]

You're a very kind person.

[@kieranmullins1020]

Hi Justin, I got the same skull like the one on your table. My has a Celtic design and the top lifts off to act has a ashtray.

[@j.r.shartzer]

The ticket prices for this were crazy. The first 5 rows were in the $5,000 range. Most of the floor behind that was $2,500. This show looks preposterously expensive. Imagine the electricity bill for all those lights alone. They have to pay the Nasty Habits a livable wage and provide good health insurance to their team of gaffers, etc, etc, etc. So much security and logistics to manage. And that's just for one of the four major acts. So I get it. However, $350 is probably the most I've ever spent on a single ticket for myself for a concert. A 3-day Coachella ticket is $500. I was excited when the stadium tour was announced but I couldn't justify paying that to sit in the very back row of a huge baseball stadium. I might have paid $500 to get in the first 20 rows but they were selling for 6 figures. It blows my mind that they were able to sell it out. There's a lot of rich people out there. And they fucking love Mötley Crüe.

[@ontaka5997]

With all the booze, drugs, and decadent rock-n-roll lifestyle, it's a miracle those three (Vince, Nikki, and Tomi) are still alive! In the case of Mick Mars, it's a different miracle still standing on stage, him fighting arthritis since his late teens.

[@farrington7971]

You fixed the title Awesome….. I enjoy your channel keep up the great content 😀

[@patrickt4095]

Saw them in DC, and they were amazing! The replacement drummer was also awesome! Joan Jett and the Blackhearts sounded as great as they ever have!

[@douglassloan6831]

If you want it perfect, go home and listen to the records. The great thing about live performances are that you never know what will happen. Enjoy these classic bands. They are awesome at an age that a lot of folks are retiring. At least they aren't lip syncing.

[@thedethrocker8858]

Damn straight

[@jamesrudd8705]

Perfect? This isn't even adequate. Cringe worthy at best. This is just awful.

[@douglassloan6831]

@@jamesrudd8705 I didn't say it was perfect or even close to it. In fact I said if you wanted PERFECT listen to the recordings. And, what is adequate? Are you comparing them with performances they gave 40 years ago? That's like saying Nolan Ryan should still be able to go out and throw a 90MPH fastball, or Joe Montana a 60 yard TD pass or Jerry Rice to get under it and catch it. If you pay your money to go to this show, and you have basic math skills, you should be able to deduce that what you cannot expect is 25 year old Vince Neal in full voice hitting every note he did back when they were playing the Troubadour and the Starwood. What you CAN expect is a bunch of guys bringing you the best possible versions of songs that sold millions of records and bring back great memories for those of us who were actually there the first time around.

[@philipreedwallace]

I’ve been going to see Mötley since 85. Vince did great . Not an easy task. Now I’m almost 51. Rock on Justin.🤘

[@ianmason3040]

Thumbs up for the intro alone :)

[@BVRDSTR]

Thxs for riding again Sir Justin from HB in AZ

[@schism6600]

Never really liked this band but I have a shit ton of respect for mick mars

[@bryanwilliams3417]

Brilliant commentary!

[@kirkwilson8738]

I am so sick of all the Negative crap being said obout Vince.. The Guy looks like he has lost 70lbs.. Hes moving around good, gettiing the crowd going and singing better than he has in 20 years.. Its not like he just sat around and did nothing.. You can tell that he has been working hard to get to this point.. You can tell that he cares.. Everyone that has been going to the shows have been having a complete blast and enjoying it.. The hate needs to stop.. You don't kick a guy when he is down and you especially don't when that Guy has been doing alot to correct himself.. Vince is an Icon and to actually work on getting your shit together after years of neglect is impressive in my opinion.. He did not give up and continues to fight to get better

[@bourdieufan7433]

good at the youtube game ain’t he

[@GnRmike]

Was at the show in Denver last night…Vince sounded good…a lot better than he has in years. It’s probably due to the background singers and production, but I only remember him struggling on Kickstart at the end of the show. Kicking ass for 60yrs old for sure!

[@davidyeend4150]

Says baldness will never be an issue for him... yet his hair was clearly receding on the "One Way Ticket To Hell And Back" tour. Miraculous comeback.

[@TheBent139]

What Justin says at a bit after 3:03. Rock n roll is meant be a bit sloppy. Perfection is not desirable.

[@PompeyMatt17]

from the thumbnail, genuinely thought it was Steel Panther...🤣🤣

[@tymiller2526]

For your next Q&A video: I’m a big fan of The Darkness, especially your vocal performance and guitar work….any specific reason why you’ve been drawn to LP Customs?

[@bravestarr8857]

Hammer-Ons and Pull-Offs... A great friend to me when trying to impress girls at college. Looks like a really fun concert, even if Vince is struggling to get up there a bit. Many thanks for the upload... "What's wrong with being sexy?".

[@dBro4769]

For those that don’t know, Justin featured on Def Leppard’s cover of Hellraiser by Sweet for their 2006 covers album Yeah!

[@amirnasser8072]

Hey Justin, great channel very funny. Thank you. You might have an opinion on Father John Misty? You might wanna start on his debut or his second record ILYH and then Pure Comedy.

[@pumpkinpumpkin2077]

Hello Justin. I'm a fan of alternative music ( can't stand limp commercial music) I'll confess I never listened to the Darkness.....BUT... I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL!! You are extremely talented in the way you dissect tunes, talk about music , and opnions on 🎶 music . Thus far I've totally agreed with you. Your channel is refreshing. Keep it up!! 😏 marvellous Justin...x

[@RodencyRoyalist]

Hey Justin. I'm here once again to request your viewership and review of a certain rock band named 'Interpol'. It would be an interesting deal to see you break their game down. Enjoying your work so far!

[@stellaotto5654]

A friend of mine always used to sing to me stella was a diver and she was always down, cause my name is stella 🤣

[@RodencyRoyalist]

@@stellaotto5654HAHA. Perhaps my favourite song of their discography, what a coincidence. You're lucky.

[@infinitusfinitus]

Ooh, I second this request!

[@greatwhite3676]

I saw Motley in 2005 on the Carnival of Sins tour and it was one of the best rock shows ive ever seen. Mick Mars wails!!!

[@dimebagsixx]

Agreed !!

[@CityHunter_Kai]

They should really retired after that

[@jismism9515]

Give credit to where credit is due > To the accountants, mngrs, lawyers & brainwashers in the Crue camp; Other than that - Justin's commentary is spot on

[@0773heidi]

The Band played brilliant Vince s voice isn’t the best Poison was the best they played amazing x

[@Reid_Jorgensen]

I thought you'd focus on the "Whoa's" as there are plenty in Kickstart My Heart! 9:12 😂

[@nkirk8740]

Another great video, thanks Justin. 👍👍👍👊✌️.

[@johnywaffle1365]

You do make me laugh Justin. Keep up the good work

[@AngeloBoca1]

Justin, what are the headphones you are using if I may?

[@brzk]

I love bow Nikki Sixx is always smiling and is always happy to see his fans rather than giving a little smirk every 10 minutes during a song like he doesn't want to be there

[@charliebluechaos4963]

The guitar commercial that popped up is hilarious. Dude suggesting you can be good at guitar without practicing. Lol. I do perceive something not quite so "on" about this performance. The xl stage definitely adds a bit of awkward. Much love to you Mr. Hawkins ♡!