NAMM 2016: Devin Townsend Live At The Dunlop Booth

Part guitar icon, part stand up comedian, 100% performer...Devin Townsend brought the noise to a packed crowd at booth this year with a few songs and a few musings on the music industry.
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Devin Townsend
Framus/Warwick Gutiars
Mesa Boogie Amplification and their Mark V 35, www.mesaboogie.com/
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[@harleysrocknrollchat]

"How many people have no idea who I am?" Classic Devin Townsend

[@mcr0741]

Proceeds to raise his own hand immediately after that... Classic Devin!

[@JoaoFerreira-fx3xp]

Devin is the Deadpool of metal musicians

[@CaptnBadassary]

João Ferreira without a fucking doubt! Amazing comparison, I never thought about like that till you said something. Wow, mind blown.

[@FanaticDrummer]

HE FUCKING SLAYS SLAYER

[@iemandanders2577]

that doesn't make sense to me.....

[@lancedonati]

sooooooo accurate

[@RichardFriendartist]

that is such an awesome analogy. I will never forget that when I listen to him!!

[@suzfm]

I’m the smiley brunette. It wasn’t my first time to see him. Yes I was uber excited to see him in this capacity & meet him. To those asking why the unusual circumstances of the show - it was NAMM so it’s not like an actual show. Any more questions? Lol

[@brandondavis8984]

Was your boyfriend jealous of the orgasm Devin cause you while he was performing?

[@thescrapperone]

Honestly...stupid comments made by fucking morons aimed at women and their sexuality, like, now wonder 90 percent of men can't meet a woman. And you make it harder for the rest of us that actually give a shit about how their day was instead of if they had an orgasm watching Devin play...makes me wanna bash my head against the wall for fucks sake. Literally a babyman...SMH

[@blackmarketyardsale]

Why were you filming vertically? That's the only question I have....

[@brandondavis8984]

Why is everyone being so sensitive about it? It was just a joke referring to how much she was clearly enjoying the performance in the video. Acting like I asked her why she didn't show her tits or something.

[@suzfm]

His was equal lol

[@greekfreak1980]

Somebody should give Devin a late night show,I would totally watch it.

[@dxtv0]

yes!!!!!

[@roneirac]

+greekfreak1980 indeed ! I agree

[@fartsare2023]

Fuck yeah. I agree

[@ghostofgar]

+greekfreak1980 That my friend is a brilliant Idea, He's totally got the personality to pull it off!

[@jasongenung]

I get the feeling that he's not too comfortable with that kind of fame

[@lern2swim]

He is so uncomfortable, and it's amazing.

[@user-po8ot3db2w]

I've seen him live that's his whole shows feeling it's pretty great

[@nickred652]

+lern2swim It's like he's comfortable in is uncomfort. That takes some mental stamina :)

[@smurfnm156]

"'Save Our Now'! NO! Next song!" Love Devin.

[@robgreen1818]

smurfnm156 no love for save our now....

[@drewbrewer8379]

just short of "Suck a door knob! NEXT!"

[@ZackBrannon]

both his voice and guitar tone are so huge sounding that he almost doesn't even need a band

[@akabeeks9074]

Jump forward 3 years.....

[@RobertoReyesChHC]

I could never quite put my finger why this particular performance has so much impact and stands on its own. It's beautiful, chaotic, visceral (being hilarious too thanks to HevyDevy is a plus!). Huge ethereal ambient delay/verb rich distorted geetar and beautiful operatic.. with br00tal pitched screams.

[@demyanvakhrameev4190]

Love the face of the girl in the background, she's so happy! :D

[@Crowncamo]

+Demyan Vakhrameev True reaction to when you hear devin the first time

[@bobaphat3240]

+Demyan Vakhrameev and that yawnin' dude in hat. he is so happy i belief

[@DegavolverMusic]

+Demyan Vakhrameev i love it too. because i'm most certainly in love with her now

[@iseeu-fp9po]

+Demyan Vakhrameev Yeah, she's really cute! :)

[@normalwhitedude]

+Demyan Vakhrameev The panties were moist I'm sure.

[@hevydevybrasil495]

Ha! I suggested him to play "Storm" and he played it :D Devin is a genius!!

[@ivanao]

+HevyDevy Brasil Thanks!! :D

[@nicksisson7538]

Great album

[@NowUrJustIncoherent]

I love how what you wrote implies that you're the genius XD Must have been such a cool moment! I'm seeing him Sunday, can't wait!

[@anamethat]

Thank you for doing that.

[@smokejc]

Storm is an awesome song.

[@JElam-zy4ow]

It's been so many years, and Devy has done so much cool shit since then, but occasionally I get an urge to watch this NAMM performance again and I am always blown away. The guy is a natural born performer. It is a crime that Devin isn't a "household name" musician. The only people who don't love Devin Townsend are the people who have never heard Devin Townsend. That is a fact.

[@TrashMojo]

everything devin does makes me feel emotions

[@thadood4373]

+TrashMojo Everything Devin does makes me want to pump my shaft at a vigorous pace

[@JoshuaLTRyan]

that right there folks is one hell of an endorsement.

[@mrhard2000uk]

+Tha Dood least it will give your dad a break

[@sebastianlacroix5871]

+mrhard2000uk that was lame and immature and it made me laugh out loud devy would be proud

[@gamefellah]

+Tha Dood that may have been the best and most appropriate comment

[@mesaboogie]

Genius - musical, comic and beyond. Epic!

[@shreddykrueger9465]

Been using your amps for a while thanks for that tone bro

[@drock1383]

i dare u guys to a/b any recto against a peavey classic 100. dont ask why. just go find one for less than 300 bucks and compare. you guys will shit bricks.....d

[@brianbowersox8392]

+D Rock The Peavey classic 100 and Recto are completely different amps. I've owned both.

[@drock1383]

+Brian Bowersox of course they are! but just plug and play, i can get massive scooped recto tones out of any peavey classic without the recto fizz that i got with any version recto. i had to run mucho racks on my mesas just like every other famous recording artist. i know im comparing apples to oranges and im a peavey classic fandboy.....the question is, have you ever tried your classic 100 through a v30 loaded recto cab? it fukn slays for days man. on my 87 custom lites, or my esp's. and im running all tungsols in the el84s and my pres are v1 jj v2 ehx v3 tungsol on both my classics. my marshall 2553 is now just a dust collector. bout to be ebayed or on mylespaul

[@drock1383]

+Deconstruction 32 different, yes. better drive? opinion. just my experience is why i put the classic 100s on a pedistal. ive been playing guitar over 20 years, and have had the single recto v1, dual recto v2, mark 4 short head. yes theyre great in different types of tones, but to me, i find the peavey to beat mesa for that "modern" switched sound, plus without the fizz ive always seemed to have in all my mesas (and i dont dime the gain. maybe halfway at most) now the mesa cabs are insanely great. i know talk is cheap and a vedio would help, but i have no decent recording equipment to show you. yet..... just my .02 not trying to argue.

[@bubsyfinnigan4462]

"My name is Devin, i hate myself today." same tbh

[@akabeeks9074]

Your name's Devin, too? 😄

[@matzchase]

Not sure if art, insanity or a perfect mix of both.

[@karasujigoku]

+Matz Chase There's no art without insanity.

[@jacksmith4460]

+Karasu to know the face of god is to know madness..or so the saying goes

[@muriloninja]

Considering it's DT, a massive mix of BOTH! lol

[@HabAnagarek]

Art...insanity...semantics.

[@CrebleStar]

Haha well said Matt! :P

[@Mel7vc]

always love Devin for being so honest

[@thinkhard45]

+Melenie Ffowcs Williams Devin makes you smile. He hast heart to his music and to his fans. Many artists lack that.

[@NowUrJustIncoherent]

Yeah, that honesty and humor makes me feel so at home. It really warms the heart

[@NowUrJustIncoherent]

Yeah, he's one of a few that has those abilities

[@digital-alchemist]

Devin's voice hasn't lost a step. He still sounds fantastic. Love it.

[@Ravelle17]

ElektrobanK he got better, in fact

[@Tuskanr]

Couldn't help but watch the gal in the background. Such a beautiful smile! She is so happy, and enjoyed every second of it. I can't blame her, having been in the presence of greatness a few times myself.

[@minisurfbanana]

Jacob Cline perv

[@aspyr5681]

I didn't notice at first, but now when I watched again, I don't think I've seen a happier person in my life

[@TheOfficialCaseMade]

Mesmerisingly pretty, and such a pure, joyful smile. Definitely not some booth babe hanging around for a paycheck. She digs the music.

[@susanmonti197]

That’s me! I love DT! Met him a few times, seen him live - such a fantastic artist and fun human :) thanks for the kind words

[@acgm046]

Susan Monti I think I'd also be super mesmerized just watching him play live. Must be unbelievable to meet him in person! I'd hate you for being so lucky, but your smile of appreciation for Devin makes me smile too!

[@geogabora3729]

Christ, every f***ing time I see this dude perform I have this massive grin stuck on my face. Clutch.

[@JDBManalo]

his improv comedy skill is on the spot...and singing? jeezus.

[@geetarguy777]

man I love this guy. whole different kind of energy resonating from him and the music he makes.

[@Drumavarium]

He's an enigma. It's so genuine, human and real. He's become one of the most important people I've ever found on this planet.

[@brendanjames8818]

What a fantastic person

[@suitsandstrings55]

Devy alone on that stage still fills a room man. Man's a testament to heavy music.

[@Games4two_]

Idk what it is but everytime he sings "Oh Tracy please.. can't you see... its just.. its just me baby." gives me chills.

[@Opethianaut]

Transcendence is amazing btw. Go out and BUY IT!

[@Korneo54]

That sound ! He's Fishman signature pickup seems incredible ! And the girl who always smiling to him is really cute :-)

[@suzfm]

That girl is me lol

[@clifftotten1116]

God, I LOVE Devin. I love everything he does. Seriously, the guy could record bathroom sounds and run them though a pitch shifter in his studio and I'm telling you....he WILL make that shit sound EPIC! I dont know what his secret is but it works really damn well. Nobody else in the world has what Devin's got. The guy is a genius.

[@licoricelain2514]

Cliff Totten knowing what he does during production, he probably has done that! Hell, Decon starts with shitting and it has quite possibly the most beautiful climax of any of his songs.

[@JoshuaDalviken]

Devin never fails to make me smile.

[@guitarvibe75]

When Devin asks the crowd around what he should play and knocks away suggestions, i t reminds me of that great scene from Amadeus. "Play Salieri."

[@FeelingShred]

is it from a movie or something? sounds interesting, I wanna see it

[@tommyellis7728]

+FeelingShred It is about Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

[@beyondtheradio]

holy fuck yes

[@fartsare2023]

The madd scientist of metal impresses again.

[@arsxxmoriendi]

He's also the most genuine dude in metal. A friend of mine in high school got christmas cards from him every year .

[@GuitarAnus8]

This man is a true artist, musician, and person. I wish everyone could have half the integrity and honesty he does.

[@redfurydubstep]

Ive been watching this video every now and again regularly for the past 5 years and I still can’t get over how good it is

[@WhaleWTFMetal]

Being able to produce this kind of performance in those conditions is incredible !

[@LynnNew.]

Hot damn, I've seen this so many times but here I am 2019 still youtubing it. It will never get old. Devin townsend is bad ass. Still miss strapping young lad to.

[@AlbertoBalsamm]

What a fuckn ball of talent that guy is

[@aidanumpherson]

Devin's amazing. My favourite musician and performer walking this earth.

[@Ftanel]

that lady behind made this even better! Just how happy she was from Devins amazing music and performance!

[@TheMathMog93]

Devin is a true entertainer! I can't NOT be happy looking at his personality!

[@FanaticDrummer]

So awesome that his comedic elements make him even more of a fantastic performer. So underrated.

[@robertdukarm2578]

I'm always wishing he would grow himself the "Doc" Haircut from Back to The Future. It makes perfect sense.

[@pzych0o]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppKUo2SNj9mMmcU Close enough haha

[@fatboyphl]

No matter what music this man composes, I do not hate it.

[@JICM25]

My first I ever heard of this guy, and WOW, just WOW

[@matthewlindley5026]

This gave me all the feels. Devin is, without doubt, one of my idols. Everything he does is dripping with creativity and emotion. Self-deprecating, legitimately hilarious, mind blowingly creative, and 100% humble. And this song is just always "wow".

[@myauralfixation]

Devin is the best. He's so ridiculously talented but also hilarious and lovely. xx

[@IAmKingHomey]

when i learned that he makes only about 3k a month by his own choice i realised he only lives for his music.

[@WeWantYouToStay]

Source? He must make more than that that is literally impossible to live on

[@IAmKingHomey]

+WeWantYouToStay www.metalinjection.net/shocking-revelations/harsh-reality-devin-townsends-reveals-his-monthly-salary-and-its-not-a-lot it takes 5 seconds to google it...

[@WeWantYouToStay]

+IAmKingHomey sorry for some reason I thought you said 3k a year which was why I was so so shocked

[@IAmKingHomey]

WeWantYouToStay lol yeah thatd be a little ridiculous

[@digital-alchemist]

+IAmKingHomey Yep, the article said he averages about 60K a year before taxes. That's pretty much middle class in most of North America. However, he probably works a lot more than 40 hours a week. But... doing what you love every day is priceless.

[@adrianmarshall5851]

"My name is Devin, I hate myself today" Why do I relate so damn hard to that lmao

[@snail415]

After following his 'ness for 16 years, I never tire of it. Never change, Dev.

[@childofdogon]

I love hearing him jump octaves like that , one of the most unique and creative minds I've encountered as well as being a true inspiration for finding one's own path and voice , if we so desire . JMHO

[@educostanzo]

Damn, that scream at 5:58 it's just unbelievable... the sheer power of it. I have the impression that if I could manage to scream like that just once, all the tension and stress of my entire life would be gone. How he builds up to that point is also amazing.

[@AmagrasMUSIC]

Art, rare find. Thanks for posting this beautiful piece.

[@disfibulator]

The man, the myth, the legend. I am glad this got recorded.

[@followfornothing]

That was amazing! Thank you for sharing.

[@shook9042]

Always love what Devon does.

[@mco7776]

I think that chick in the back smiling was her first time discovering you. Epic. Beautiful moment.

[@suzfm]

Not discovering but first time seeing him live - it’s me :)

[@CuddleShit2]

I'm the girl in the background who can't stop smiling at Dev.

[@JTLocke815]

Seth Howie lucky you!

[@Hadidas009]

Nice try, Seth.

[@gh0stdem0n666]

yeah riiiiight

[@darrenguitar]

the one with the hat ?

[@nairblab4061]

^LOL

[@MedalionDS9]

Still come back to this vid every so often... this was my proper exposure to Devin's work years ago

[@latemnf]

what a legend.

[@SpartanLaserCanon]

His tone is always so epic and I love the sound of his newest pickups and guitar and the shape is pretty interesting.

[@armff4817]

the last notes like freddie mercury! Devin is some mix of metal moster with pavarotti for me amazing

[@joeyvpoisonfree]

What a gem of a video

[@montychristo86]

Some how reminds me of old school Jim Carrey in parts. Pure gold!

[@danielseale9636]

Lmao I can see it

[@rsoulburnz]

i've got a sweet wine buzz and this brought tears to my eyes. how fortunate it is to be alive during the reign of devin

[@robonez]

What a guy! Devin Townsend is simply amazing! \m/

[@DA-tj9fb]

This is just beautiful.

[@Yupppi]

So glad he started with that song. Makes my back tingle.

[@therewasascene]

Beautiful display of humanity, musicality, and showmanship.

[@GoatMee]

So naked and raw, outstanding.

[@dylanjacobs7491]

How can someone not like this, let alone 289!!

[@schmeatpoo]

that's Angel Vivaldi at 2:37!! haha awesome!

[@TheDamnBeast]

How are these people not drooling?

[@999morpheus]

thanks Devin !

[@andrewsantos3283]

Outrageously good. Complex and bizzare in a great way

[@NeedITDeathHeated]

I love Storm, this brought tears to my eyes.

[@brazzzzz]

Blown away!

[@hedgeknight8646]

Lol, that's my guitar teacher to the far right of him, bald guy with goatee and sunglasses. Devin is the greatest guy ever, met him twice. So humble and down-to-earth as well as a genius.

[@tonefingerz2021]

how have i not heard of this genius. his taste in gear is top shelf

[@Thomas-ci9ej]

i love this guy so much

[@seba5837]

whoever have no idea about devin could think, who the hell is this guy and what is he talking? well thats why i love it

[@robertjohnson2831]

I could listen to this guy all day!!...😎

[@LordJahr]

Seriously, the woman in the back with the glasses on top of ther head, bless her. Im mesmerized watching her. You can really see how she enjoys what Devin does

[@sinisalicanin]

From Berlin ,,,,DEVIN rules,,,,,,,amazing ,,,,,,I am always impressed whenever I see and hear him !! ;-0))

[@ARMYStrongHOOAH17]

haha, this video got my like as soon as he said something to the effect of "if [music] is about the money, try pop" lol. this DT is a beast....truly!

[@SteveDmoYT]

His voice is strong and melodic. Love it!

[@donniedarkestra7771]

He always inspires me

[@squashedmike]

Dev is so many levels of AWESOME!!

[@Icelandrobot]

My favorite performance of Storm

[@CaptnBadassary]

Just a badass. Just gets up there and becomes a beast. Long live Devin Townsend!

[@BDaMonkey]

I don't like a lot of his stuff, but the man is truly blessed. Amazing voice and he owns the stage.

[@simonl1785]

Utterly brilliant

[@AstroNiels]

So good! What a vocalist!

[@kunk76it]

Storm is one of the first songs that made me love him, this video shows exactly why

[@stevejpm1]

I'm speechless.

[@manfredlietz1722]

Saw him in Hamburg 2019. I am even flashed!

[@metalmouth13]

GOLD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@wilhelmshtem7167]

I can't describe how happy I was to find Devin; I never thought I would find someone like me.

[@wilhelmshtem7167]

Also, I'd love to find a woman that looks at me like the lady just left/center of Devin :D

[@michaelbryczysz]

Devin is an Absolute legend Love artists that can joke and not up themselves

[@jeromealanchan]

I met him 3 times and had a little talk,he was kind.Hes awesome!

[@calebhohneke8482]

I met Devy in person on a sidewalk in Chicago before his gig....He was walking about 20ft in front of me, and I said "Uhhh Devy?"...and when he turned around I was like "0.0" So I freaked out before the master of music for a good 20 seconds, and he asked if I wanted a picture with him (Of course I did)... I asked him a few questions about his soundcheck, set, stuff like that. Really crazy experience meeting one of your biggest musical heroes. The fact that he asked me if I wanted a photo and took a few minutes out of his busy day to talk with me just shows how amazing he is. He really cares about his fans, even the painfully awkward fanboys like myself. :)

[@ishupradhan9293]

I LOVE DEVY SM

[@dogarnruatdika4155]

I am 100% positively certain that this dude would get somewhere if he did stand up comedy