Collective Soul's Ed Roland: The Hitmaker You Didn't Know You Knew

In this episode, I talk with my longtime friend Ed Roland, who also happens to be the lead singer and songwriter for Collective Soul, one of the most integral rock bands of the 1990s. Ed shares stories from his prolific career, and details how he wrote many of alternative rock's catchiest hits.
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[@jeffwhitmire5466]

My son was at a songwriters festival in Key West. He and 8 of his songwriter friends went to dinner, and while sitting at the bar found out he was sitting next to Ed. When Ed found out they were all songwriters he insisted on paying their tab. My son was blown away at all of the encouragement Ed offered them. He really is a humble, and good dude.

[@MrHilltop77]

What a great story!🙌

[@cjc2]

😊❤

[@onevoiceinc]

This comment puts a smile on my face.

[@gailmyerswellnesslife]

Cool Story, I’m a Key Wester and you never know who is visiting.

[@toonzboss]

Great guy! He really encourages others to do what he’s done with even trying. If that makes any sense.

[@charlescdt6509]

You know you are a humble person with no ego when you let someone remind you how to play your song. Good stuff as always.

[@mphillips4324]

I've met Ed Roland a few times in person. He is one of the most humble musicians you'll ever meet.

[@maxandmoose]

That was a great interview Rick! Loved it. CS was part of the sound track to our lives back in the 90s and early 00s.

[@samjones1954]

no ego...lol you obviously have not seen them live.

[@RubnerFamily]

@@samjones1954 Collective Soul is a MONSTER live band. Saw them in Tempe in 2002/3 (ish). They burned that park to the ground. One of the best I've ever seen

[@charlescdt6509]

@@samjones1954 I have seen them live twice, still didnt get that vibe. Didnt have VIP passes tho lol.

[@Frank15672]

This interview deserves to be on the main channel

[@downboys]

agreed. I don't understand why it got put on the 2nd channel.

[@NJStew22]

@@downboys He might be trying to drive more subscribers to Rick Beato 2, which seems to usually be clips of the interviews from channel 1.

[@FlankinspanK]

for sure. for what its worth this interview is just as awesome as any of the others

[@williamcleek4922]

Agreed.

[@jeremysiron9622]

Definitely should be, but Rick is smart to get traffic on this channel as well….

[@todddacus8215]

I worked promotions for a rock station on the Jersey Shore back in the early 2000’s. Collective Soul was playing the Stone Pony and the station was giving away a signed guitar from the band. I had to meet at the bus and have the band sign the guitar before the show. Nervously, I knocked on the bus door, and Ed opened the door. He couldn’t have been nicer! He invited me on the bus, offered me a beer and was asking me questions about my job, life etc. I’ve meet other singers from other bands and most of them couldn’t be bothered to have a conversation or would be rude, 22 years later, I still remember that day, and appreciate how genuinely nice he was to me.

[@Wills.musicpage]

Omg I was at that show in (presumably) 2006/07.... I actually was pulled onstage with them (I have pics to prove) at that show.... Literally a dream come true.

[@heidecosta7834]

They're gentlemen from Georgia 🥰🎼

[@DanielWheeler-yn6ni]

I think its his southern raising

[@jamesmurphy5585]

great memory !

[@VisualAFMedia]

i love this.

[@ArtGuglielmo]

I got married in 1995, right in the middle of collective souls heyday. They were the soundtrack to our lives. I lost my wife to cancer in 2018, but to this day, hearing anything from the band puts a smile on my face. Even the new stuff, as his voice just sounds like us. Please don’t stop making music

[@davidversusthegiant]

My Heart goes out to you for your loss. I’ll forever be your friend through this music. Healing & happiness to you for each of your days. 🙌

[@WARStPierre]

Sorry brother. The thought makes me so sad. Keep those memories close and stay strong

[@Rainoutreachtv]

R.i.p. ❤❤❤❤

[@gregorybryan9988]

So sorry for your loss.

[@jonathanstout9920]

Man, reading your post brought a tear to my eye.

[@calfolk7381]

I met my wife at Collective Soul concert in the Ventura Theater 8/16/1995. If Ed had never written the song, “Shine” the last 29 years wouldn’t have happened for me 🙏🏻

[@DennisAlvey]

I'm from Ventura county. Awesome!

[@Arirmar]

Wow! I was at that show too! That’s a great story!

[@calfolk7381]

Were you really? Nice!

[@andrewbonica]

I now live in VC. Nice! 🤘🥳

[@jeremysiron9622]

That’s some awesome butterfly effect stuff right there, congrats on your long relationship and may God continue to bless it

[@a.nelprober-rl5cf]

7 #1’s on the billboard rock charts and still so criminally under appreciated.

[@DerekLand]

...including being on Rick's #2 channel instead of the main one. :(

[@lukeaway]

When my mother died in 1994, I left the hospital and went to my car. "Shine" was the first song to play and it washed over me to give a sense of peace. Collective Soul and their music is part of my life story.

[@jessicalove4089]

I got lyrics from Shine tattooed after my dad died. He loved them.

[@matthewguziec1243]

Collective Soul played local festival that a number of family members and I were volunteering at, 2 Uncles had working it for almost 25 years at this point. So I got to meet the band, which was awesome because I am a huge fan. Unfortunately one of my uncle had just passed away some months prior and almost that entire side was in attendance for Collective Soul. So when I meet the band I asked a favor, when they play The World I Know, could they dedicate it to my uncle and of they said yes. About 15 min into their set we have to shut it down because a massive storm was heading our way. They refuse to leave until they played The World I Know. So I'm standing on top of hill that is the arena bawling my eyes out, watching a massive storm rushing towards us, lightning is flashing every 5-10 seconds as they play the song. Thank you so much for that amazing memory as painful as it is I will never forget it.

[@heidecosta7834]

Wow, what a beautiful tribute 💓

[@PatrickBrady-e2s]

Never had any exposure to Collective Soul over here in Scotland. Went on a journey through their catalogue on the back of this fantastic chat and have had a musical epiphany! Im now boring my friends into passive submission regarding the majesty of Collective Soul. Thank You Rick and Ed for opening that door

[@andyzar1177]

“I retired at 14” ..beautiful answer! Music is not a job, it’s a vocation! Long live musicians!

[@SuppressiveSquirrel]

But for most, just don’t quit your day job.

[@Sinsation27]

@@SuppressiveSquirrel I don't think saying that kind of thing is helpful to aspiring musicians. If you're a musician and you've got something going and get presented with a choice to either give up your day job or give up a big opportunity - give up the day job. That one or two opportunities (a big tour with established artists, fly out to meet a label exec) are so few and far between and could change your life. You can always find another menial day job. Life's short, do what you love and it'll bring you where you need to be.

[@kennethmckeith7908]

No, its a job also. It takes a lot of work to become successful when you are really good at it and not just a sideshow (most pop stars for example)

[@SuppressiveSquirrel]

@@kennethmckeith7908 In other words, if you're not making bank, then don't quit your day job.

[@kennethmckeith7908]

@@SuppressiveSquirrel ?

[@truefanboy]

One of the few bands from the 90s that has consistently put out good records ever since.

[@RIOTEARTH]

They've fallen off since Ross was booted from the band IMO.

[@chrisross-fd3fo]

I was just on some react channel trying to get people to listen to the genius of Ed and the rest..not mentioned enuff when the 90s greats are argued or discussed

[@lhart99]

Facts, dog. The 90s weren't all that great for a teenager like me. Grunge is dog shit. Very few bands of the 90s stand the test of time. Nirvana sure as fuck ain't one of them. Kids nowadays are waking up and realizing it.

[@vids595]

@@lhart99 The MTV Unplugged concert that Nirvana did is actually great.

[@jackleonard2088]

When Ed started to sing with Rick on guitar, the hair on the back of my neck went up. Mad love for these songs.

[@BlankSlate1111]

Same!!

[@Wild_Potato]

Me too!

[@Old_B52H_Gunner]

Me three.

[@bradenscott2]

His voice is still there at 60. That also helps. lol

[@SuperDerezzed]

I've been waiting for collective soul to finally get the recognition they deserved. Feels like they've been swept under the rug for so many years. Not by you but the mainstream

[@matthewghardy]

I always loved Collective Soul. Now I love them even more.

[@steveheyman2831]

Ed is not only a brilliant singer, songwriter, etc but also a genuinely nice human being. CS played a benefit for my son's school for kids with special needs in Austin TX and we met him after the show. He took my son (about 10 at the time) onto their tour bus and got the band to sign the setlist as well (which hangs proudly in his apartment now!). We need more people like Ed in this world...

[@zebulonswearingen4607]

I got out some Collective Soul CDs I hadn’t heard for years, as I had gifted them to my father. Many years later, he died and I got them back. I was surprised how good the music was - and how I liked the band even better now then I had when they first came out. I thought I’d hear an album side’s worth of music, then put something else on. My autistic son and I listened to the 3 (their first 3 LPs) back to back to back. We were both amazed how good the music is. And the lyrics, don’t even get me started.

[@claudestuder4199]

Ed has some serious vocals. Deep, dark but warm. Quite unique.

[@newspapertaxis1]

Amen! Ed is a great vocalist........

[@cbeserra]

His performance at the end of the video is so good.

[@joesmith9216]

yeah, he is an amazing singer.

[@tonyr669]

Me and four other buddies from Florida went to Park city Utah during the Sundance film festival because we knew no one would be on the mountain. We stayed at the canyons and we went down to go to a restaurant and we saw a stage set up so I asked the guy who is standing there who’s playing and they said Collective Soul and we freaked out needless to say we didn’t go to dinner we sat there and waited for the band to come on and they put on a free show that I will never forget, thank you Collective Soul. Thank you, Ed Roland you made our trip.

[@rone801]

Ed's story about how they got signed is proof that if a song is amazing, it will break thru all barriers and rise to the top. Awesome story

[@ziggyinc]

now I understand why EVERY collective soul song sounds SO good.

[@intentionaloffside8934]

Ed just comes across exactly as I imagined. Great songwriters are often great storytellers. I have always loved Collective Soul music. Some timeless songs.

[@joeyoungs8426]

I agree on all counts and their songs also possessed a groove that others lacked at the time.

[@arrowdriver]

Their music was just different at the time. Hooks galore.

[@marcusbusekrus8966]

Love this band, but why is Ed dressed like a grandma?

[@JeffTiberend]

@@marcusbusekrus8966 Thisbisnthe first time I’ve seen the voice behind Collective Soul. But, I was wondering that as well. But, you never know. I’m not judging. Just curious.

[@Berndaddie]

Sometimes you can forget how much you love a song until you hear it again. Thx Rick

[@MerchantsofSolace]

Getting hard to remember them all

[@grantorino2009]

Roland is a musical genius. Maybe the best singer-songwriter of his generation. Criminally underrated.

[@JarOfMoMack]

That accolade belongs with Travis Meeks - by miles. Roland was/is great though.

[@RIOTEARTH]

@@JarOfMoMack Travis deserves credit too. Days of the New had some bangers.

[@erikgreenip3191]

I agree , I've always thought that of Ed also.

[@JIPS1993]

I would add Jerry Cantrell to that list as well.

[@johnphillipsjr7238]

@@JarOfMoMack🤡

[@briantost7125]

“The World I Know” hit something rock solid at the heart for me and I couldn’t contain myself. Heard that song a thousand times, but sung solo with a voice carrying decades of life behind it just really connected. Thank you Ed.

[@NHndrsn1234]

I was monitor engineer for Alice Coopers annual CoopStock in Arizona where Ed was a guest vocalist. It was an absolute pleasure to work with him. I had goosebumps as he sang my High School songs. One of my career highlights 👍🏽👍🏽 - Navajo Nate AZ

[@alstrummer2446]

I've known of Collective Soul and some of their hits for a long time but never had an idea of Ed Roland the man. What a humble, talented and all around cool spirit. Love this interview.

[@mphillips4324]

Ed really is a great guy. I've met him once in the 90s, and a few times since. He's got the southern charm for sure - it's no act. Very humble. Just to give you an idea, when I saw him in the mid-90s, I brought a friend who didn't know their music too well. When we met Ed after the show, he asked my friend, "what are some of your favorite CS songs," my friend replied that he didn't know their music too well. So Ed asked him for his favorite all-time songs, and then suggested some CS songs that he might like based on his preference. He took a bit of time to chat with someone who wasn't necessarily a fan (at the time), and I thought that was cool. And he wasn't trying to "sell" the band or music either.

[@andyroid5028]

​@@mphillips4324 I assume you are in the music biz in some way here in GA? If yes, I bet you have a lot of awesome 'behind the scenes' type of stories, eh? FYI, I am a GA native that went to a LOT of concerts & shows from the 80s up to the 2010s. Not bragging at all about this, but thought it might sound interesting to you and whomever else has read this far: Also, I was 'lucky enough' to have met and dated a PR girl that worked for a Sony Music PR location in Atlanta during the early 90s (for about 3 months). We dated during the summer of 1993 or 1994 - not entirely sure of the exact year. Honestly, that relationship lasted about 5 weeks longer than it should have. LOL But man... I saw some awesome concerts (many w/backstage access!) during those final 5 weeks of dating her. 😀 I have a few noteworthy stories myself of some experiences that summer that I'll never forget. OK - sorry for rambling!

[@alstrummer2446]

@noautotunejustpuretalent Yes.

[@automachinehead]

i chuckled when i saw him here and dressed like how i remembered my grandmother went to her last catholic mass

[@martyc2637]

Glad the love of his life delivered football tickets to him and they met. I bet they are a great couple.

[@timbethea9705]

15:49 Tears in my eyes when Ed starts singing. That was a legitimate surprise. I thought you were just going to demo the guitar. Truly a top ten moment on this channel. Bros for life. 😢

[@GreatbarrierislandtourismCoNz]

Me too mate !

[@Code_Is_Poetry]

Same here thank you Ed

[@WayneKitching]

He should have carried on singing.

[@timbethea9705]

@@WayneKitchingmaybe he’ll release it later!

[@kenkeyes8148]

My friend died in the Singapore airlines crash of 2000. I performed "Heaven's Already Here" at his funeral because they were his favorite band.

[@grimakastatik]

I just saw him in concert for the first time. I don't know how a 61 year old has so much energy, passion and performance after all this time. A lady there said she seen him 15 times and it's great every time. One of the best rock concerts I been to. You can tell his band LOVES what they do.

[@lisalavender3818]

Collective Soul saved me through my difficult times. Cancer free for twenty years. On Sundays I clean to the best band ever (besides The Who). We Thank you so much. You have idea how much you all have nurtured people with your music. Much love from Chicago.

[@fash414]

Before my best friend Mike and I formed our band Jealousy Curve we were in another band when we were in college. We were fortunate to support Collective Soul on a series of shows on the east coast in the summer of 1999 on the Dosage tour. Ed and the band could not have been better to us. They watched our sets each night and were so kind. Following one show at Trump Marina in Atlantic City on 6/26/99 our band and crew were eating in one of the buffet restaurants. There were about 12 of us at a table. Ed walked in and insisted on paying our entire tab, throwing down several hundred dollar bills on the table. He is an incredibly humble and generous man. Fast forward to April 2005 and our band Jealousy Curve had just released our debut record. We were fortunate to share a bill again with Collective Soul along with Billy Idol, Halestorm, and Silvertide at Temple University for WMMR's Spring Break show. I truly regret not making more of an effort to find Ed that day even though it was a festival and let him know how much his kindness nearly 6 years before meant to me. I will never forget it. He really is one of the most genuine people in this business.

[@JoeyD913]

I remember Jealousy Curve. Didn't you guys play the big Grape Street Pub when it was at Shurs/Main st.?

[@CharlieBoy360]

Quite a few comments from musicians here about meeting Ed out on the town and him paying their tab. Pretty awesome story.

[@travkatz]

Rick, I could never thank you enough for interviewing our heroes. You bring out the very best in people. Their love and respect for you is a big part of it.

[@MusicWizard85]

I love Collective Soul! I learned to play guitar teaching myself their songs in the 90s. Their albums have been a huge part of my youth and life. I met the band about 5 years ago and was going through some things personally at the time. We did the typical quick meet and greet/picture and I quickly mentioned how much they inspired me to play & write music while the photographer was arranging us. Picture snaps...They started shuffling me away but then something happened I'll never forget...Ed said "hey wait a minute, come back over here man" and I'm like who me?! He gave me a huge 10-15 second hug and said something like "thank you so much for believing in us, you're what keeps us going and inspires us" or something close to that. I just said "thank you so much Ed, that means a lot to me". I was in shock and teary eyed that somehow Ed sensed I was going through a rough time & instead of quickly getting rid of me for the next photo op, he took time to acknowledge me as a person and give me a hug and heartfelt appreciation. Who am I to Ed Roland? A nobody in a long line of people waiting for their CS meet & greet. Ed could've easily just moved on but to call me back made me feel like I had worth...that I mattered. I've done many meet and greets with bands and to this day that was the most meaningful one I ever had. He's a truly good hearted man and I will always support Collective Soul! Thank you Ed for all the beautiful music and memories. 🙏👏

[@stratman1192]

What a great story! Keeps the soul hopeful...

[@mtrainor999]

Awesome story! Thank you for sharing. 🙂

[@chrismitchell4665]

Pretty amazing dude

[@xdudeifartedx]

So awesome....he always seemed to be a very genuine person.... they were also such a huge part of my youth.....love these guys..... still jamming to them to this day 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@xdudeifartedx]

So awesome....he always seemed to be a very genuine person.... they were also such a huge part of my youth.....love these guys..... still jamming to them to this day 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@SP-gi4pq]

I remember this time in my life vividly. I was going through a divorce, and I was heartbroken. That first album came out around that time, and I listened to it thousands of times. Collective Soul has always had a special place in my heart because of that time in my life. Seeing how humble Ed is makes even that much more special. That album's production was incredible to me.

[@doseofsoul]

Same was happening to me and bought hints and that changed everything....have been buying their music since and see them every time they come thru...

[@colbynealy946]

I never realized how cool Ed was. He seems like such a fun, self aware guy. These interviews are always a good listen, keep'em coming, Rick

[@MrDslacker]

"Dosage" is one of very few records that I still can listen to from start to finish. Not a single track that irritates and just great song-writing all the way through.

[@isaach5489]

It's a masterpiece

[@Prossdog]

Dosage was freaking incredible. Their self-titled got the most publicity but Dosage was my favorite for sure.

[@boozhwatrash]

Was fortunate to see the band 2x on the Dosage tour.

[@SuppressiveSquirrel]

Amen brother, it’s one if my ten stranded on a desert island albums. What a classic.

[@billsutherland3935]

Was gutted when I couldn’t grab a copy of the vinyl at record store day this year.

[@blake_mathis]

Obviously Ed’s not going to bring him up, but Ross Childress’s guitar work on the first 5 albums is legendary. A master of perfect tone for every song.

[@michaelhein5455]

Why did Ross and Shane leave? I miss their artistry immensely.

[@blake_mathis]

@@michaelhein5455 unsure about Shane but Ross’s departure was due to having an affair with Ed’s wife

[@IrishRob95]

I believe Shane’s departure had to do with some substance issues but not 100% sure.

[@rubbertoad3681]

Agree, but Ross was nothing after Collective Soul. He greatly benefited from some just great riffs written by Ed. Current guitarist Jesse started slowly IMO, but has really dialed it in and is awesome.

[@isaach5489]

Yes, Ross brought another dynamic with his talent. You can tell he's missed on the music they produce. That being said, this new album is as good as anything they did with Ross.

[@onewireman]

I'm an 80's rocker that never really cared for 90's music. I went to see CS at Summerfest in in Milwaukee a few years ago. I was totally blown away! I am late to the party but Collective Soul opened me up to 90's music. I am hooked!! Thank you Ed.

[@thedappercook]

Collective Soul are absolutely amazing. Huge 20 year fan here. The World I know saved my life.

[@Missie-sq6rd]

The Collective Soul album got me through some tough times. We've seen them multiple times over the years, always a great show.

[@SuperForged]

RICK HAS BEEN HOLDING OUT! Ed provided the soundtrack of the 90’s and Rick you and Ed are buds!? A true salute Rick. I’m sending this to everyone.

[@patrickwrx]

Collective Soul, Live, Cranberries, Counting Crows....hugely impactful bands and the soundtrack to my life in the 90s. Great interview!

[@vladtheinhaler8940]

Collective Soul and Counting Crows are amazing.

[@mphillips4324]

@@vladtheinhaler8940 they're honestly my two favorite bands of all time! Awesome taste in music, people!

[@JimJones-ek1ei]

I saw Collective Soul in Milwaukee when they opened for the Cranberries.

[@QuietBeatle-w2h]

90s was the last best decade for rock

[@EricGranata]

@@JimJones-ek1ei jealous of that.

[@holypaper]

Collective Soul's "Run" and "The World I know" are two of the most beautiful songs of 90s. Beautiful voice and melody maker.

[@SandwaterStudio]

Run hits hard for me, glad you mentioned it!

[@zack6701]

Needs is another fantastic tune

[@skyseasun_333]

The World That Ed Knows..? Ross wrote that song!

[@privacyrules]

Gotta say, if I never heard "Run" again, I wouldn't miss it. I worked for too many years in big retail and I would hear that song (along with many other songs) almost every single day for over a decade.

[@anthonylanni9804]

Run is so underrated

[@prestige20]

so underrated, one of the best songwriters of our time.

[@terryeaster1]

16:12 Singing harmony on this first line of December, Rick on guitar, Ed singing lead. That was awesome. Wish I was there with you

[@joshsmith3927]

My bad had the absolute PRIVILEGE of opening for Collective Soul at the Recher Theatre in Towson Maryland many years ago. They were the most humble, encouraging and kind humans on earth. They are class act!

[@QuestionMan]

"Yeah!" in Ed's Shine voice was the default greeting/catchphrase for me and my buddies when I was living in NYC in 94. Good times. "World I Know" came out at just the right time for me in 95. Broke my heart. I'd listen on repeat while walking the empty streets for hours. Thank you sir.

[@cristoballagos1958]

The Shine solo is one of my favorite from the 90s

[@Jasontheguitarist87]

Ross Childress had some killer solos. The story goes that he banged Ed's wife and was kicked out of the band. I guess that's why Ed doesn't mention him by name when talking about the early days.

[@abrackas1]

Ross!

[@Prossdog]

@@abrackas1yeah, he was an awesome guitar player. Shame he had to go and steal Ed’s wife 😬

[@e.castlerock8454]

Great, and at times, hilarious, interview! I'm even going to watch it again. I love Collective Soul! Hope to see them inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

[@stevecook9000]

what AN AMAZING interview. i've always appreciated and loved Collective Soul. This dude is seriously down to earth and talented out of this world!

[@SteelheadTed]

A common theme in so many of your interviews Rick is the tenacity of the artists early in their career. They just kept after it. Like Ed here, he spliced together extra tape! So committed to the art. Love it.

[@TomCaverly]

Beato, you did it again! Another killer interview of a down to earth legend. You bring great joy to this 65 year old man!

[@westlandtoys6455]

Was leaving the Collective Soul concert the other day and thought to myself, “not a chance Rick Beato would interview Ed Roland” and saw this gem today! Wow! They are one of my favorite bands and Ed has that voice that takes me back to my adolescence and my favorite musical decade (the 90s) in that bittersweet kinda way. His voice is iconic and there is no other one like it!

[@crucifixgym]

I always heard this dude’s songs on the radio but never wanted to buy the music and listen to it, as I had other musical tastes that overshadowed it, but the songwriting genius of Ed’s definitely got into my subconscious at the time and I had no idea what a genius and cool dude was behind Collective Soul. Really grateful to be able to see him sit and explain all of this.

[@spartannole71]

Saw Collective Soul on the Marine base out here in Hawaii around 2000-2002 time frame. They played Personal Jesus by Depeche Mode. As they started Ed said " we didn't write this but man I wish we would have". Then they killed it!

[@bombie1138]

At 62 soon,I have taken on a new job and I play Collective Soul on the 15 minute ride in,. It puts me in a good place,.Thank you Rick, Thank you Ed

[@bryanolivo8093]

Collective Soul always boosts my mood!

[@heaththompson6034]

Fantastic interview. I've never heard Ed interviewed and it was a genuine pleasure - so humble, articulate and interesting. Great stuff. One personal story on December to Rick's point of it being instantly recognizable and easy to play: I was in Tokyo about 10 years ago, out with a close friend, and we came across this little street-side bar - really more of a shack. But they had a guitar on the wall, and after being a few sake's in, I grabbed it, tuned it as best I could, used a coin as a pick, and played the intro to December. A couple of guys walked over and said "hey, you're playing that Collective Soul song". So, a below average guitar player, on a sketchy guitar, in a random place in Tokyo, and people were able to recognize that opening riff.

[@samuelbasye3508]

❤

[@JeffWeatherford]

I love this interview! Ed is so down to earth and humble and he deserves all the accolades and success he’s garnered throughout the years!

[@mphillips4324]

I've meet Ed a few times in person. He really is like this in person. He's not putting on a show.

[@cabofalcone]

14:44 Fantastic! "December" is a perfect song for me. The Riff, the sounds, that voices!

[@foundationsbaseball]

One of the most underrated bands of my era. This session is amazing

[@neonom1024]

YES! Ed has been responsible for so much of my favorite music for the last 25 years. A true treasure of a man

[@anthonylennen4067]

I’ve been listening to rock music since 1967. Name another band or songwriter that, 30 years after its genesis has produced the quality and quantity of music that is From Here to Eternity. It’s unprecedented and a great testament to Ed’s genius and the band’s talent.

[@bangslamwham88]

What a pleasant surprise! I'm a huge fan of Collective Soul's three albums: Collective Soul (1995), Disciplined Breakdown and Dosage.

[@happycanayjian1582]

Ditto

[@jorgecontador8923]

What about "hints, allegations and things left unsaid"? It was they first one I owned

[@silkywellman9046]

They fucking rock!!

[@mphillips4324]

Check out "Afterwords" - that's a great album.

[@user-fi7ju4nj9b]

I got hooked when I heard Simple. What an absolutely 10/10 jam that song is. Then Disciplined Breakdown came out, with several songs that also had killer riffs, and I played the shit out of them. Was at a friend's house listening to the radio and playing darts when I heard Heavy for the first time. I almost lost my mind. The song flew by, and after the solo, I swore that I had just heard the best hard rock song ever recorded. This band will always be legendary to me. So cool to get to know Ed through this interview and hear the stories behind the songs.

[@bradhakeman7463]

I just started trying to learn the December riff after catching the short this week. Even better to watch the entire interview.

[@richardshueydc1529]

Oh My God! Rick does it again. Collective Soul totally got off my radar and Rick does an interview and now I have to break out their albums and dust off some great memories that happened when those songs came out! Great songs, awesome memories!

[@happycanayjian1582]

Saw them play almost 30 years ago. Man, they were so good. Ran into my future wife at that concert, too. ❤️

[@billybutcher4995]

Just want to mention how brilliant the original Collective Soul guitarist Ross Childress is. Amazing leads and riffs throughout the 90’s.

[@martyc2637]

A shame how it all blew up

[@osspillkits]

Sooooo true

[@philippooley1870]

Ross is a great guitarist. Agree, shame it all went bandy.

[@osspillkits]

Watch 2 broke kings. It's really really sad

[@martyc2637]

@@osspillkits omg one clip it looked like they were playing in a restaurant with a bucket to get donations. Ross did not look good . Oh the webs we weave!

[@josevicentelazo2769]

Ed Roland is a gentleman, a class act, and an amazing artist..... Love this interview / conversation..... No Ego among these two... Love it ❤❤❤❤❤❤.

[@jeffreynelson5938]

love Ed and Collective Soul. Some of their deeper cuts are epic and nostalgic.

[@jasondbirnstihl]

I’ll be honest, living through the collective soul era of rock, I really never thought of them as much more than maybe a slightly more interesting variation of creed. I have to say though after this interview I have a newfound respect for that gentleman and his work.

[@geol1936]

Ed wrote some of the best call and response choruses during the 90s era when it had its moment. Great stuff.

[@AkelaTalamasca]

Not always true that an artist you admire is also a nice guy. This has been wonderful!

[@mphillips4324]

Ed has aways been kind and down to earth. I met him in the 90s, and a few times since.

[@tammyvanderveen364]

Love, Love Love Ed Roland. Such an unique sound. Heard one song on the radio and hunted down ALL Collective Soul albums

[@itstrizzo]

Hints and Allegations got released when I was stationed in Korea. Armed Forces Radio played Shine and I was instantly 'WTF?!'. Had my mom send me the CD to get me through the last 6 months. Kept missing these guys through the years, but finally was able to catch them live at the Rose Center in Dayton a couple years ago. Easily one of my top 5 bands of all time.

[@HaydnOosthuis]

Ed is such a humble and immensely talented guy and Rick is such a great interviewer.

[@Reed-Publications]

Collective Soul is my favourite band of all time, and has been since I was 11 years old. I'm now 41.

[@letrasdejalisco]

Same here!

[@Tiago_007]

I’m adding myself to this one. I know all the albums, all the songs.

[@Chadrock5]

Such an awesome interview for one of THE MOST underrated rock bands of all time. Thank you Rick for digging deep into the songwriting process and pulling out the best in your guests on your shows!

[@ChuckWortman]

Definitely very underrated. So underrated theycmaycnever make it unto RR HOF, which is a joke now anyway

[@ChrisvonChamier]

I saw Collective Soul about four years ago at Britt festivals in Jacksonville, Oregon. Holy smokes I was completely blown out of my shoes. What an amazing band and familiar songs that I grew up listening in the 90s. Bravo rick for this amazing interview. Thank you so much.

[@MarcCotnam]

Just watched the Ed Roland interview....been hooked on the band for about 5 years now....love the Band....Love the tunes....but more than anything else ....love the Ed Roland story and how he stuck to his guns and did it HIS WAY....what a great successful story....man that guy is talented and very smart....good job Rick I envy you and your job

[@salamandermusic7334]

I can’t tell you how inspired I am by this interview. I’ve always loved the sound of collective soul, but to hear the stories behind the songs is absolutely incredible! Thanks, Ed and Rick!

[@PaulMikna]

I think the thing that always impressed me with CS was Ed's unique voice and all the killer guitar riffs that hooked you. The guitar lines were as memorable as the vocal melodies, such as December. Great band and great interview! (And great studio sound, as well!)

[@tsparks4133]

Who knew. Songs created by Ed and Collective Sould in the 80's and 90's were meant to be performed by a 64yo man to perfection 30+ years later. After watching Ed in this interview, I now get Collective Soul and will give them more money.. Bravo!

[@rwb4463]

His voice has turned into a very close Cat Stevens sound.

[@grimakastatik]

He's amazing in concert. It was borderline ACDC status. So good. I was amazed for his age. Felt like it was the 90s in there lol

[@bobward7489]

Wow, the interview was cool enough (as yours always are Rick) but then to get Ed sing 2 songs at the end just him and a guitar, was mind blowing. What a talent he is.

[@SuppressiveSquirrel]

Dosage is one of those desert island albums I could not live without. What a fabulous production.

[@stevenmichaels388]

Collective Soul was loud & proud in my car in the 1990’s. World I’ve Known is haunting & genius, still listening today

[@UnboundOdysseus]

I was a 16 year old kid when I saw Collective Soul in my hometown and I was lucky enough to meet them after the show (me and a friend sort of "ambushed" them by their bus lol). They were very gracious and kind and lead guitarist Ross Childress gave me some guitar advice that I never forgot: "Listen to a bunch of different stuff and learn as many different styles as you can and never stop trying to improve." Great band who made solid records.

[@joesmith9216]

yeah, good advice.

[@heavychevy4616]

i dont care who likes, agrees with, dislikes, or disagrees with, or is offended by this next statement... but for me, COLLECTIVE SOUL are my Beatles ...if u get it, u get it... God Bless yall!

[@DirtyCityMick]

Hahahahahha! They had three good songs dude not 300. Chill out dude. Not judging you though, shines a great song. 😂

[@ronaldbaglien3457]

@@DirtyCityMick Three good songs? Did you miss the mention of SEVEN #1 songs at the start of the video? Why hate on someone elses' enthusiasm?

[@DirtyCityMick]

@@ronaldbaglien3457 Not hating but the comparison of collective soul with the beatles kind of fried my circuits. One is a pretty minor 90s band and the beatles were... Supernatural. But his fantasy world is fine. December and shine are lovely little songs. 😁

[@OpheliaDarkling]

get what? spooky language.

[@HAMMERHEAD-g3h]

​​@@DirtyCityMickYou have to understand where he's coming from. I grew up in the '90s as well and hearing good music for the first time is what made a lot of us fall in love with music. I have no attachment to the Beatles because that was way before my time but I remember watching bands in the '90s play songs on TV for the first time in that made it magical to those of us that grew up in that era. He's not saying that they are better than the Beatles He's just saying for him, that's the experience that he got. And I had the same experience.

[@louisrosario9522]

I’m 59 and got in on Collective Soul right from the word go because l have been in Orlando since 1980 when l was 15 years old and WJRR is my Rock N Roll station. Another great conversation with a great musician!👍🏻

[@luricious]

This interview made me so incredibly nostalgic. Collective Soul was a huge part of my life as a teenager in the 90s. When he started singing... What a wave of emotion for me. Tears!

[@debosgoodmusic4969]

Both of you have aged so beautifully. So glad you’re still in the music scene. Peace and Love to you. Rock legend guitar heroes still kicking strong and making cool waves. ☮️ ❤🎸🎀

[@jackgilchrist]

I played the hell out of that first album, driving around in my root beer brown '64 Ford pickup. The '90s were dark times for many of us, but Collective Soul was a ray of light.

[@ryansmith-gk5uw]

It still gets played regularly on my drives. Never gets old.

[@mgourley1234]

OK Rick, this is going to be hard to beat. When Collective Soul came out with their first album I was immediately hooked. I was around 30 and was a typical "classic rock" "70's prog" guy, but this band just opened my eyes. Great interview.

[@thomasdunn1107]

I was born in '90 and my mom would play Collective Soul cassettes in the car until the tape snapped or the car ate it. Always been a fan, their hits were some of the first songs I learned to play on guitar, and the Collective Soul 'Blue' record is one of my most played vinyls today. Absolute masterpiece of an album

[@williamrobinson6680]

Rick; One of the greatest gifts to music, bringing back these icons and chopping it up. Brings chills and emotions revisiting eras. Music is a priceless treasure.

[@david.mcmahan]

Having been a college student in the late 90s, Ed's voice and CS are a cherished part of the sound track of my life. Thank you!

[@michaelmeehan9083]

Eastons solo on "Just what I needed" is awesome!!

[@alecj3454]

What a cool guy. Was always a fan because Collective Soul was so unique sounding & Ed wrote amazingly memorable songs, but it brings me joy to know that the guy behind it all is a friend of Rick Beato....and obviously a class act. "Shine" held a special place with me & my friends, as it was central to one of those stories you tell your whole lives. Thank You Ed Roland. Thank You Rick Beato.

[@davewegener5049]

What hooked me into Collective Soul back in the late 90s was hearing Ed's voice. What I loved about his voice (and the quality of their songs) was how familiar it sounded to another favorite artist of mine - Terry Scott Taylor. I don't know if either one of them, Ed or Terry, have ever heard or heard of each other, but the similarity is uncanny to me.

[@neomacchio4692]

Ed!!!! Damn!!! That acoustic first song you performed… we want more. I’ve never heard you solo/acoustic. Freaking fantastic. You have one of those voices with so much attitude and tone…. Great inflection.

[@chriswalch5696]

Ed and the band are a class act back from Day 1. I was fortunate enough to work for promo at Atlantic with them through the first 3 albums. Some of my best days at work were spent with them, and watching them grow into that band!