RED FANG - Why (Official Music Video)

[@relapserecords]

RED FANG return with their highly anticipated new album, Arrows! Their first album in five years, everyone's favorite beer-crushing, zombie-killing, air-guitar-contest-judging metal heroes are back in action, doing what they do best- AND MORE. “This record feels more like Murder The Mountains to me than any record we’ve done before or since,” bassist/vocalist Aaron Beam ventures. “It doesn’t sound like that record, but Murder the Mountains was us doing whatever the fuck we wanted, and that’s what this is, too.” Arrows was recorded at Halfling Studios in the band’s hometown of Portland, OR, with longtime collaborator Chris Funk, producer of Murder The Mountains and 2013’s Whales and Leeches. “Chris is a major influencer as far as the weird ambient stuff in between the songs and the creepy incidental noises within the songs,“ guitarist Bryan Giles points out. “I think he definitely creates an added layer of atmosphere that we wouldn’t have otherwise.” Arrows is also a proper title track, which is new territory for the band. “This is the first time we’ve named an album after a song that’s actually on the album,” Beam explains. “We have other albums that are named after songs of ours that are not on those albums. So this time we’re really fucking with you because we didn’t fuck with you.” Similarly, fans might not believe what the song “Arrows” is partially about. “If you’re confused by some of the lyrics to the song, that makes sense,” Beam explains. “But it makes reference to meditation. I started meditating six years ago, but I can only do it when I’m not feeling too anxious. So, when I don’t need it, that’s when I can do it.” Elsewhere, “Fonzi Scheme” was named after legendary Happy Days cool guy Arthur Fonzarelli-if only because it’s in the key of his famous catchphrase, “Aaay.” Producer Chris Funk came up with the idea of bringing in string players from the Portland Cello Project to class up the track. Meanwhile, the opening riff of closer “Funeral Coach” was written 11 years ago. But it took until recently for the song to blossom into its full double-entendre glory. “I was driving around and I saw a hearse that said ‘funeral coach services’ on the back,” Beam explains. “So the first thing that popped into my head was a dude with a headset and a clipboard going, ‘Alright, dudes-more tears! Five minutes in is when the tears are critical, or no one’s gonna believe that anyone cares that this person died.’” In a nod to tradition, Arrows will be available in formats that include all the drums, bass, guitars and vocals. But it could’ve gone another way. “Our original idea was to release the album with no vocals or guitar solos,” Beam explains. “If you want the guitar solos, it’s an extra five bucks. If you want the vocals, it’s an extra ten bucks. So basically people should feel lucky that we didn’t do that. You get to buy the whole thing altogether.”

[@boomselecta]

I would not pay 15 bucks for the extra solos and vocals... 😁

[@michaelgonzales92mg]

Date of Release?

[@kristophertibbets5986]

😂 I love it! You should have! Then I'd say jokes on you and bought the peice of shit version. To save some more money make another production black metal style and that will be the one you sell the most of because black metal doesn't sound good unless it sounds like shit! 😂 You're awesome! You have a new fan.

[@ty1298]

The uploader for their video The Meadows is no longer on KZbin. Can ya'll do anything about this, or at least make sure Red Fang's aware of it?

[@kittywampusdrums]

Took me awhile to find these guys but glad I did!

[@believe07]

This one caught me off guard. At the beginning I was expecting the video to be funny like many others but DAMN. The ending was BRUTAL.

[@garysymmons895]

The bubble gun made me laugh but otherwise it was definitely darker than most of their videos.

[@sergiodanielcarvalhocanuto9516]

When I cliked, I was like... nice! a new funny video... by the end of it... I question if thou gaze long into an abyss, the abyss gazes back into thee

[@VICTORYOVERNEPTUNE]

Red Fang is criminally underrated

[@NarrowedSound]

This actually is pretty sad. Too real.

[@guitardadsinc]

Ridiculously pleased with clicking this. From 3 years recovering from heroin and meth I know exactly what this is saying, and I regret deeply I didn't set my mask on fire sooner. It's amazing, throw it in the fire kids.

[@artwallace2366]

I don't you or your struggle but I can relate. Stay stong and never look back

[@jonathanharvey3087]

Long battle with Heroin, lost a lot of people and finally sought out recovery. This hits home for me too, keep recovering guys

[@OfTheDead666]

Thanks for sharing my dude.

[@vardito10]

well done on getting clean

[@TheRockOffice]

I'm glad for you! I didn't understand this video as one with a happy ending though? I thought the sabre tooth burned with the rest of the stuff...

[@ThrashingBasskill]

*This.* "In a nod to tradition, Arrows will be available in formats that include all the drums, bass, guitars and vocals. But it could’ve gone another way. “Our original idea was to release the album with no vocals or guitar solos,” Beam explains. *“If you want the guitar solos, it’s an extra five bucks. If you want the vocals, it’s an extra ten bucks.* So basically people should feel *lucky* that we didn’t do that. You get to buy the whole thing altogether.”"

[@sludgetrudger]

Lol did Red Fang get bought out by EA.

[@abovethedownside2521]

"and if you get the 30$ subscription pack you get..."

[@kristophertibbets5986]

@@abovethedownside2521 all of that plus all of the cuts!

[@toppersundquist]

@@abovethedownside2521 "But next year we come to your house and take everything back unless you buy a new stereo. People still buy stereos, right?"

[@Krimsonking420]

So with red fang "premium" u get to hear the extra keyboard they snuck in

[@GregBourne]

I actually love that Red Fang took their fraggle rock cover from 6 years ago and wrote a whole new set of lyrics to fit the riffs they came up with.

[@peachmelba1000]

I _thought_ this sounded familiar...

[@crackrocklighter]

I cant find the cover. any link?

[@kristophertibbets5986]

@@mrsnarks4291 it works 60% of the time 100% of the time.

[@TacoSallust]

@@mrsnarks4291 I remember being this new. Sixty percent of the time, it works every time.

[@artwallace2366]

Those open strings and Diminished 5ths make me love this band

[@harleythesalami6956]

Red Fang never fails!

[@FC-mn8ne]

Truth!!!!!

[@recon3113]

No one puts this much effort in to their videos anymore! 🤘🇨🇦🤘

[@tyclips4155]

except for Pup.

[@noisevoyager7307]

We should consider legalizing pizza… this documentary is so thought provoking.

[@Koettnylle]

Fat tax could also work

[@russellzauner]

it's not the pizza it's the cheese man the cheese

[@believe07]

I disagree. Pizza could be a gateway to heavier stuff. Like calzones

[@noisevoyager7307]

@@believe07 be careful here, mister... some kids may be around

[@DannyHealy1989]

@@russellzauner exactly, I heard that Gorgonzola is the bomb!

[@kwmusic4560]

If MTV was still a thing these guys would be huge stars. Also, I know MTV still exists but it is a completely different product than what it used to be. In the 80's and 90's it literally changed the landscape of music and was by far the defining influence in what was popular and what wasn't. Bands went from complete obscurity to megastars overnight because of MTV. Even a mediocre song with a great video would get a ton of exposure, and nobody makes better videos than Red Fang, so they would've been huge. I'd love to see what Beavis and Butthead would've done with these videos.

[@ScumProducoes]

1:24 - Trainspotting & Requiem For a Dream - wonderful reference

[@dennisk.1337]

Also 2:19 the screaming in the bathtub from requiem

[@cschwab]

How do these guys keep cranking out such incredible videos year after year....this one blew my mind....still processing its greatness a year on.

[@alexxendoudou2671]

Lyrics for "Why? - Red Fang" It's time to hurry home You know he can't be left alone Dim the lights and try to find a cure And we may never know Why the systems overflow Drowning all the storms inside his head Why not try to fight at all? Why not scale the skies? Why would any fix be a fix? Why do you feel? Why? Digging in again Try to be an honest friend Want to help but can't get too sucked in Save yourself from him Place the mask on nose and chin Breathe in deep to steal the oxygen Why not try to fight at all? Why not scale the skies? Why would any fix be a fix? Why do you want to die? .

[@mikes2381]

Welp. Some of those hit home. The video just sets it in further.

[@lc1138]

Sounds like something my friends should ask themselves.

[@4W0RD5]

Almost scrolled right past this because the thumbnail made me think it was a new FNAF trailer or something. Glad I slowed down to read the title lmao

[@grumpy138]

I feel like this is a personal attack on my pizza addiction.

[@jeroll1347]

2:02 I had this playing in the background in a mix and didn't expect to look upon the screen and recognize where they were haha what a fun way to discover a local band

[@calebbillodoux4719]

I’m listening to this on repeat all day.

[@joeycalderon1556]

Holy shit, how am I JUST NOW finding this video? I love Red Fang, and all of their beer flavored videos are awesome, but come on, this was epic.

[@tdub5585]

Damn that has some serious childhood chuck e cheese flashbacks. Also, Sizzle Pie.

[@Mizzelphug]

*Showbiz Pizza flashbacks.

[@mellendegenerate]

If SOAD wrote a song and Primus directed the video. Exquisite as always Red Fang!

[@HaxMasterP]

the tri-tip special at the restaurant they filmed this at is actually pretty fire

[@erozillupo330]

I can't believe how underated this band is 😞

[@sulkyjim]

Not by you or me …

[@kevinyount1653]

Really?

[@bobdole7451]

The fans appreciate them. Who cares about the people who don't?

[@Ifiantonio]

😔me too

[@danielbones9090]

They alright

[@michaelgonzales92mg]

When Primus produces and directs you're music videos

[@Dylan-sd6mq]

forreal?

[@TheSentry2k]

*your

[@clayhenss4687]

This is wonderful in every way.

[@onesmallax]

Got this vinyl on per-order , these guys have the best videos . The artisanship transcends your typical band .

[@SICRoosterKido]

Probably a more unique way to portrait the real situation. Well done!

[@aldusxenon]

This is pretty dark. Haunting ending. Love it!!!

[@benparamore9977]

Killer video concept, as always.

[@Pannemat]

That Domino's Pizza ad I got at the end was a killer.

[@AJvsEverything]

I didn't really dig this song at first, but the more I hear it and the more I remember the lyrics, the more I come to love it...I'd love to know the inspiration behind it, because it really seems to cut deeper and deeper the more I listen to it...

[@Cursethedawn]

Damn, that got DARK!

[@Impetus_717]

This song is incredible, period

[@vorhese]

I didn't know where this was going to go, but I definitely know we need to see more.

[@bepivisintainer2975]

great bass sound!!!

[@kristophertibbets5986]

A guy with a vinland flag better know good bass! Good on you sir. Would you pay 15 american dollars?

[@bepivisintainer2975]

@@kristophertibbets5986 :-) : roughly 13€. Sure. What for through?

[@ZNC16]

well This was shot in Portland, where I live, and now I won't be able to look at these places the same anymore. lol

[@SuperFuzzyman123]

New Red Fang video? Perfect start to the day

[@Trossity1234]

2:40 is a reference to something and its driving me insane!

[@left4cash]

Amazing video and song, good job

[@stephentrager3147]

Pure nightmare fuel. I LOVE it!

[@albertocazzoli3124]

in withdrawal right now, felt it on a personal level

[@conorfinn1109]

Stay strong brother

[@albertocazzoli3124]

@@conorfinn1109 thank you! It's definetly better now!

[@chrishauge291]

You’ll make it. Stay busy and active.

[@xuchilbapa]

Hope you made it through.

[@chrislytle3531]

I grew up with chuck-e-cheese, the 80's version when the puppets looked like they would eat your soul. That and the Mad Hatter! I still get shivers When I think about that place.

[@johnrestrepo8942]

Can relate to the video. Deep metaphors. Red fang 🤘🤘🍺

[@courtneyvalencia4997]

Oh man, I'm always stoked for Red Fang!!! Happy to be getting to hear new stuff :)

[@IOA612]

I'm not sure if anybody outside the Midwest knows how frightening it was to be a toddler & being forced to have your birthday at CHUCK E CHEESE. I couldn't believe any of my childhood friends actually wanted their party at that place.

[@user-vl4jy3pr4e]

Nah bro if u lived in Michigan in Warren we had a little Cesars palace play place in the 90s if was legit gross and grungy af. But like 6 year old me was all about it. I think this song was super political but I’m also drunk so like I could be reaching

[@patdisaster8543]

We had Shakey's pizza and chicken.....3 stooges 8mm movies....old wooden booths and a glitchin' Centepede video game ....alot of fun though.... early 80s.

[@parabolparabola8941]

Brilliant! Very deep and sensitive...

[@jeffbruntmyer5830]

Kicks ass

[@heluphicclovanass8954]

Their videos are works of art by themselves

[@Koloratursopranist]

This is soooo awesome!

[@adammanveiler1188]

This sums up my last week in a disturbingly accurate way. So much internal turmoil drowned/numbed/comforted/decimated by weed and pizza!

[@gardenclaw6995]

Stay strong.

[@judgeholden849]

>smoking weed

[@fungi42o0]

Weed is for enhancing things.. not numbing

[@adammanveiler1188]

@@fungi42o0 Enhanced the pizza which numbed all else ;)

[@tommyjacobs6tj]

I've been sorta chasing the dragon here, ever since I first heard Wires. I think this is it!

[@MRtwoTricks]

NEW Red Fang?!?! Holy shit, I just soiled myself with a joygasm!

[@oleksiispitsyn7139]

It is beautiful and I demand more

[@charlesswag4858]

This jams out good tunes.

[@hestorlopper1147]

Parmesan OD... Sad times 😢 great tunes!

[@TacoSallust]

The struggle is real. Ask Hunter Biden.

[@mattswensen3030]

Red thing always has the coolest videos. It looks like it would be so fun to be on a set of one.

[@kreamofkorn1455]

You hit the nail on the head. Great job

[@jeffreynichols2505]

Love this song and the video is awesome!

[@MachineGunStudioProd]

The ending has some serious Midsummer vibes. Chills.

[@SenorSaud]

That was heartwarming

[@russellzauner]

0:00 Fun fact: The building seen here used to be one of a chain of segregated/racist restaurants called the Coon Chicken Inn, on Sandy Blvd. It is now Clyde's Prime Rib, owned by a man named Clyde and it's a dinner jazz/blues club. Delicious layers of irony cake. Thank you kids for using this venue.

[@samcoffman5385]

satoshi kon reference seals the deal! 10/10!!

[@hescher997]

Beautiful

[@nickhasinternets]

Best music video I’ve seen in a long time!

[@ZGtx]

It got pretty dark pretty quick indeed.

[@Mickm0j0green]

totally awesome love the deep bass. Red Fang does it again.. love it.

[@BeatdownRevival]

100% Excellent!!!

[@buttercheeks8429]

That might be the best music video I've ever seen. Seriously.

[@rebeccabowers6615]

Oh how I love Red Fang! Mozzarella in a spoon? 😂

[@MrG75]

Great song and video ! I wasn't too much into their last release but I like the heavier sound on this album.

[@kingkahuna666]

Possibly their best Video yet And thats saying a lot!

[@leandro5221]

what an awesome video! and song too of course, but that video was wild

[@PotionDranks]

I need a slice now after watching this....and a hug from a furry fella. On the real this movie deserves a golden trophy award!

[@masterphillips]

Getting high from parmesan cheese, where have I heard something like that recently? 🤔

[@TXhooligan6]

Hahaha underrated comment imo.

[@masterphillips]

@@TXhooligan6 someone gets it, thank you

[@Skinnbones33]

Careful bro, the algorithm is watching. Better not speak of ill of our glorious leaders son.

[@masterphillips]

@@Skinnbones33 I have no idea what you're talking about

[@Skinnbones33]

@@masterphillips Of course, must have been someone else I was thinking of. Our glorious leader family would never allow such disgraceful behavior.

[@rufusdrums8831]

Another instant classic from the FangBangers!!!

[@888garson]

Ребята!Вы и не знали...Насколько-же вы не знали. Спасибо!Thx , DUDE!

[@Roman-yp7he]

Прикольный и поучительный клип.))))))) спасибо

[@Lucho-ri3js]

BRAVO!!!! 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@m103904]

Had to pre-order after watching.

[@cmystery4180]

wow literally was my birthday yesterday, ty for this gift red fang

[@cl7510]

Happy birthday!

[@PureMetalBanzai]

Brilliant!!! Cant wait to buy this album

[@ellwoodwolf]

I heard this on no control radio the other day an Immediately thought of the melvins

[@farronistudio]

the scene in the bathroom is fantastic!!! requeim for a dream docet! i love you

[@IRUKANDJIY]

Wow Killer song 😍

[@doktorfellatio438]

This is a fooking jam!

[@In_Thy_Flesh]

YES!

[@stepitupandgo67]

Whoa heavy....

[@perimetroprimitivo5734]

Una radiografía de la adicción.

[@bradblackstone5794]

This is one of those sad and beautiful videos that is also hilarious and brilliant

[@tommytntx]

Perfect, as always

[@ni2899]

Hell yeah, couldnt ask for a better birthday gift, thx for this guys! \m/

[@mikhailrazuvaev1833]

dudes, this is very cool... my respect...

[@carlitosStudio844]

5 hours ago it was uploaded? hahaha I feel such fans of the band hahaha, greetings, what a powerful sound they have, I introduced them to my best friend and he immediately liked that sound they achieve

[@darcewold433]

Awesome

[@ducko5404]

As a person with crippling pizza addiction this hits close to home.

[@SteveFigueroa-kk1xk]

DAAAAAAAGONIT 🤣🤣🤘

[@circleofstone3114]

Goddamn, what an awesome piece of work!

[@HerrTelef]

New album just ordered!☝️

[@xspawn1387]

The greatest video I've seen in years... .. Thanks to all the awesome fuckers who made this happen... . You are legendary ... .. .

[@sz3th61]

Wow... this got super real.