ROCK SUGAR-Don't Stop The Sandman

[@Natashina01]

Last year, my husband was on the verge of dying from cardiac failure. It was rounds and rounds of doctor's for 7 months straight. Whenever I was feeling down or defeated, I'd put this on and realize there was a light at the end of the tunnel. And there was; my husband is healthy now. This really gave me some hope when I thought there was none.

[@herveytorresoficial]

Awesome!!! Rock is with us! 😇🤘

[@kerious9367]

I hope all is still well

[@markmueller3734]

Made me look at the song in a different light. The Sandman is taking everything away. They are opposing forces. It ends with don't stop. :)

[@arnornight]

And now Im crying

[@TrueBlue170]

The fact that the lead singer is *Wakko Warner* is insane. I knew this, of course; I don't say this out of shock, more out of being EXTREMELY impressed. The versatility and ability that Jess Harnell has to stretch and change his voice is nothing short of amazing.

[@michellebrennan8468]

I'm FN impressed, unsure can't stop looking at him and this clip l adore both bands but this covering them is fucking insane unreal fucken HECTIC CUNTZ!!!! OMG l love it do me Boyz pleaze!!!!!

[@zpbstudios9551]

I mainly know Jess as the voice of Crash Bandicoot from Tag Team Racing to On the Run.

[@roxannemoser]

Steve Perry took them to court because he thought they actually used his voice without permission

[@dishmanw]

Yeah, I heard about them "Professor of Rock". kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIG6iptqbs-Ki5I

[@weerwolfproductions]

@@roxannemoser Ah has that been confirmed now? I knew one of the bands from ReImaginator took them to court. Most ppl suspected it was Metallica.

[@frankrappa4765]

Who knew Metallica & Journey would sound this good mashed up together? Rock on Wakko🤘🤘

[@1bigrowdy]

One song is in minor the other in major that's why it works so well

[@EyeInTheSky982]

2020; and I'm just discovering this now!?!? OMG!!! Incredible!!! 😊😁😍

[@thefatmanreacts1223]

I know....I feel like I've been under a rock also....this is utterly EPIC!!!!!!

[@EyeInTheSky982]

@@thefatmanreacts1223 These days, good music gets thrown to the side; or isn't promoted properly, just to make way for bland garbage. 😒😒

[@CalicoJackal]

Just got here from Retro Replay.

[@kitty4kat1]

Yeah, too bad they got caught up in a lawsuit & haven't had any new stuff in years now. Would love to hear more of them & be able to buy their music! :(

[@mistervstudios4239]

ME TOO!

[@nachomama55]

I remember my daughter dancing to this while I held her in front of the mirror. She wasn’t walking yet, but loved to stomp her feet. Haven’t heard this in a while. Cried my eyes out. Such a happy memory.

[@dianewilliams1125]

Im 66 and i just discovered these guys! I love it!😮😮😮 Rock on!

[@mminlamesa1032]

I've been hip to them for close to a decade and I'm 73. Their mash ups are terrific. I've just about worn their CD down to a nub, it's great music to work to in my studio.

[@LoriannSmithsanpell]

13 years old and I just got blown away today! I saw this randomly in my feed from the channel, Professor of Rock. I am SO glad I looked up the song!!

[@Mark-db1ok]

Exact same here. I'm a musician and watch tons of music stuff, how have I never run across this before?? These guys are (were?) outstanding.

[@DebH.]

I follow Professor of Rock too!😃🎧🎵✌️

[@JessRansdellSmith]

@@Mark-db1ok They just released their second album last year or the year before. :D

[@denverscott37]

Journey sued to stop this, claiming they "stole" Steve Perry's voice.. Steve Perry believed this band sampled his actual voice..!!. The rest of the band was freaked out, but the singer here said he was stoked that Perry believed it was his real voice..

[@unionjobs6677]

Love the Hetfield-esque "YEAH" right before the sweet Journey harmonies. Love it

[@briankulesz9410]

@@Hatchetforce Thx. I couldn't find any specifics on the lawsuit. I thought it was Ozzy or Steve Perry.

[@crazytalkal]

Right there with you! *fistbump*

[@crazytalkal]

@@Hatchetforce Agreed. He takes himself way too seriously.

[@BJMallory]

Not just anyone can tackle Steve Perry's vocals. This guys hits it outta the park!! Does it justice without sounding like another soundalike. Well done!!! \m/

[@andrewbroyles8747]

So good he sued

[@dr.krinkleweldon5934]

Steve sued him on this one.

[@rebeccajohnson8769]

@@dr.krinkleweldon5934 Which is funny because I can't help but hear a little bit of Wakko Warner in there. I'd never confuse their voices.

[@dr.krinkleweldon5934]

@@rebeccajohnson8769 yes true. He's Mel Blanc plus

[@rebeccajohnson8769]

@@dr.krinkleweldon5934 Yup, well aware. Been watching his work for decades. :D

[@ivansloe]

This is the most ridiculous and brilliant thing I've seen in ages.

[@poppaluv]

Well, you're half right.

[@susanp7251]

Haha! For sure!

[@MrPoeEA]

Me too

[@niccostarr2741]

I love it..... kicking it ;D

[@AreaArea-pk3ub]

JOURNEY better than Metallica 😎

[@OmniphonProductions]

HOLY CRAP!!! THAT'S JESS HARNELL!!! Kudos to the rest of the band; great instrumental work and _tight_ harmonies! Now, if you haven't seen "I Know That Voice" find it, and add it to your queue!

[@venomgl]

You should look up ALL band members. Everyone is VERY impressive.

[@OmniphonProductions]

@@venomgl You're right! I _should_ because they _are!!!_ Thanks for pointing out what I _should have_ already realized. Can't wait to explore this rabbit hole!!!!!

[@FullMetalWhovian81]

At first I thought "... what... what is this?" And then as soon as he started singing I instantly fell in love! This is so AWESOME!

[@ILikeSquirrelz]

I did too. It's amazing

[@leonardking84]

This is awesome. How am I just hearing about this on December 25, 2021. Merry Christmas, KZbin !!!

[@tygriscalcutta729]

Yakko and Dot must be proud of their brother here.

[@ladisneyprincesse]

Then Dot would leap into a joyful stage dive!

[@CliftonPhotographer]

What kind of maniac are you?!?! An animaniac. 🤪

[@nickregian636]

Oh I get it.... Because you'd have to be pretty 'Wacko' to pull this off?!? 😅 😜

[@bup8294]

@@nickregian636 No, it's because it's Wakko's VA.

[@tylersteensma2338]

Working hard for that hay penny!

[@StackedHeels]

I saw them live at their first LA gig..supporting Steel Panther. Had never heard of them before..they blew me away!! Fantastic showmen!!

[@1krani]

Rock Sugar, on behalf of all the people whose ears continue to suffer because the mainstream music industry doesn't seem to care anymore, I thank you for this wonderful gift you have bestowed upon us.

[@MrNedbe]

Beautifully stated!

[@frankdiscussion9988]

>>>What's this fucking bullshit about "bestowing a gift" upon you. Fucking clown.>>> Calm down son...being an asshole is no way to go through life.

[@nealjr2875]

Never put down an artist because you do not like them. Music, no matter what form, has the power to motivate people. My shoulders move from side to side listening to Skrillex, and I headbang to this. Respect goes to all musicians who move people.

[@jalderink]

@@frankdiscussion9988 Talk about lowering the bar! What kind of moron asks for a Metallica/Journey mashup? You make a good point, Frank but sometimes, just sometimes, people need some sense smacked into them. Verbally, of course. I honestly wish I'd never seen this travesty-mashup of, junkie vomit and bat guano.

[@mikes8386]

@@jalderink .... did you read the post above yours? OBVIOUSLY not.... until you can do BETTER.. shut thy piehole.

[@djdimigaming5324]

Best mix of songs. You wouldn’t think they would have been a masterpiece

[@djkrazykeithbadbrad]

I just discovered your band.... Better late than never... I am a former Radio and Club DJ.... We are doing a huge 80s party in Dayton, Ohio tonight and I am gonna hit the crowd with this song. Keep rocking....

[@kenrobinson8522]

I can't believe I just found out about these guys.. FUN FUN FUN!!!!!!!!!!! Now to binge all of there stuff. WOOT WOOT!

[@BoogieEffect]

That drop from sandman chorus to guitar solo. Epic

[@metabel]

4:54 the voice sounds so natural and effortless... just spot on, fucking amazing!!

[@jesarablack1661]

Spot on was the problem he got into, he got Sued by Metallica, and they Won. Despite proving that it was his (Jess Harnell) voice, the judge decided it would be "Misleading to the public" because he sounded so much like James Hetfield.

[@kristopherguilbault5428]

​@@jesarablack1661 I think the lawsuit was against Steve Perry actually lol

[@ChainSawEarle]

When i got married 2 years ago this was the song we play at the end of the night to shut it down, best night of my life

[@COSMO97]

I'm just visualizing Wakko becoming a rockstar of some sort while listening to this song. ❤😊

[@modernworldproblems2127]

I was this day old when I found Rock Sugar. wow. start the come-back .

[@scottb8035]

8 years ago and I STILL listen to this video!

[@mickkruger]

Two songs that nearly everyone can agree that they love

[@ipKonfig]

100% brother!

[@playdiscgolf1546]

Pre-Black album Metallica fans entered the chat lol

[@catserver8577]

Came here because of Professor of Rock's interview with the singer, I can see the merit of the lawsuit, but not the why. Kinda surprised by the who, too. Would have guessed the other party. Relax rock stars, imitation is like free promotion. If you're not gonna give the fans what they want, don't gripe when someone does. JMO. I've already bought your version a bunch of times in many formats, as have about a zillion other people. You've been compensated and recognized for your talent. Better to burn out than fade away, etc., etc., etc.

[@Donb1233]

He's good but not good enough for a lawsuit. I don't get it.

[@lonniemo]

Professor of Rock brought me here, so glad he did! Great band!

[@Balderayne]

6 years later and it STILL kicks ass! lol Jess is a maniac....

[@rattlemebones317]

He's an animaniac

[@CFrodyR]

oh man, you win me the joke...

[@GigiSmiley]

BRILLIANT

[@alrockman4646]

And still does in Nov 18

[@jharbie]

@@rattlemebones317 I was just about to say that

[@Natashina01]

Who knew that Wakko Warner was so talented? This was one of my favorite mash-ups and it got me through some hard times. The fact that Jess was the voice of one of my favorite cartoon characters helps too. ;)

[@VoiceofAmericana]

Great vocals... slammin' metal and arrangement! Good to see you, Chuck and Jess... in your comfort zone!

[@projectanimation7730]

I always imagine Wakko, Secret Squirrel, or B'rer Rabbit singing this and I can't help smiling. Jess Harnell is a god. :)

[@ladisneyprincesse]

Also Cedric the Great!

[@projectanimation7730]

Of course, of course!! :D

[@ladisneyprincesse]

Imagine Cedric breaking into that song in Sofia's castle!

[@RockstarChuckPTW21]

I imagine Wakko, Br’er Rabbit, Roger Rabbit, and Scary Terry (from Rick and Morty) singing this.

[@jwelch5742]

Jess Harnell was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Performer in an Animated Program for playing Swanky and Gumpers in Pet Alien. He lost to Maile Flanagan as Piggley Winks in Jakers! The Adventures of Piggley Winks. In 1990, Jess Harnell served as a casting director on DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp, Jess Harnell served as a voice director on Pet Alien and produced Comic Book: The Movie.

[@inspiredtiny]

Learned about this band in The Prof. of Rock... this band is great... thier song is true rock mashed-up...

[@akocbibbo]

Just discovered them today, Jan 3, 2022...this is gonna be 1 helluva a rabbit hole tonight

[@naomibartlett662]

VERY talented musicians, great energy, vocals and stage presence. It was just so much fun to watch!

[@imlistening1137]

Anyone here after watching the most brilliant interview of Jess on Professor of Rock?

[@hstruzyt]

That would be me. 😎

[@hg321]

Yes and I'm glad I did

[@TheArchangel911]

Yessiree

[@chalpinm]

That was absolutely incredible. What a good performance.

[@Xehemoth]

Man, I was really expecting a cover... and I got one.... Got two in fact.... Two times the cover, 2x the awesome.

[@ALEX_JOTA]

Long live to Rock !!!!! 🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@qbear17]

Came here directly from Professor of Rock. Great stuff!

[@ritaandrunt5767]

this cover or rather mash-up of these two songs is quite simply put the best thing I've ever heard in my life

[@RockstarChuckPTW21]

Ikr? Now every time I sing along to Don’t Stop Believing on the radio I sing the Rock Sugar version. Jess is a god I swear. 😎

[@ritaandrunt5767]

@@RockstarChuckPTW21 indeed he is so talented and very versatile

[@thelolguy007]

Yep, even after all these years it’s still BRILLIANT 🙌👏🤘🤘🤘

[@traywilson]

I discovered them thru the Professor of Rock interview. Good stuff!

[@businessoutsidethelines]

Who knew Wakko Warner had such range... without burping! Jess Harnell is a gift to humanity bringing joy to all generations!

[@milldawgj9598]

Love this! It’s the absolutely the best mashups I’ve ever listened to.

[@isprongkloink]

It's 2019 and i've just discovered this mash up gem!

[@Col0strum]

Same for me !

[@mrpeaweesir]

70s and 80s music still rocks!!!

[@mustangpatty51]

Me too. it's awesome....

[@scottharvey3848]

🙂a mixture of Metallica and Journey making this one great metallic journey

[@dastrnad]

Where has this been all of my life?!?!!

[@timmutina1619]

WOW.. Very cool.. Why am I just finding this??? 80's rule!!!

[@RawkLobstah88]

Me: "Well, it's a pretty good cover of 'Enter the Sandman', but I don't see why my friend likes it so mu--" Rock Sugar: "Just a small town girl..." Me: *mind explodes*

[@JessRansdellSmith]

Crazy Girl is my favorite one of theirs. Crazy Train meets Jesse's Girl. Awesomesauce.

[@iknowwhatthedogdoing8025]

Meme before meme

[@v4l392]

Hahhaa

[@jamesonhiggins9547]

That is how I felt when my drum teacher first showed this to me! 🤯🤯🤯

[@carlsimons6616]

They got sued by Perry for this.

[@whodeyfan4064]

I'm getting married on 10/16/21 and the band called Rockstar who is playing at the reception is going to perform this. I can hardly wait cause I've always loved this song 😎🤘🖤

[@LSwick-ss6nm]

That was awesomeness. Great Steve Perry sound, super solid musicianship, great take on two classics.

[@Fakeaorta]

It's a bummer Steve sued Jess for sounding like him.

[@LSwick-ss6nm]

@@Fakeaorta what I read about it says that Steve thought they had sampled his voice and so they had to prove in court that it was in fact Jess. But Jess says that there are too many complications to sell the music. So I suppose it's a odd compliment to be sued for sounding so much like someone that even they can't tell it's not them...lol

[@jimehrlich7389]

Well, my mind is blown. The best Mashup I've ever heard. Add the fact he absolutely NAILS Steve Perry..

[@xStormbloodx]

2022 and thought I knew all the best mashups... what a find!

[@khloelechaton4190]

I realize I'm about 8 years late, but I'm obsessed with this now!

[@mustangpatty51]

OMG, I was not expecting that. His voice is perfect for that song. I love the Sandman riff. so awesome. The whole band looks like they are totally enjoying this and fooling everyone 🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟

[@annhull2764]

I just love these guys...took rock music to a totally level...awesome !!!

[@Moondoggy1941]

I would like to thank Top40 US radio for never playing this song. Keeping it safe and away from the Masses, God Forbid that we get to listen to something that totally rocks.

[@tod1way]

This. Is. AWESOME!!!!!

[@romans323ful]

Amazing! I cannot believe it's 2019 & I've never seen or heard this before today. Just awesome!

[@dustyjoe71]

Same here...

[@toniahugheswillis4583]

Ditto. Wandered here from a Steve Perry video. Just wow!!!

[@BakkiBoo]

OMGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG I dont know whether to Cry or Applaud that was unexpectedly awesome!

[@ryanbobadilla2527]

Steve Perry was a bitch for suing them. This mashup is amazing!

[@gregmunson7320]

I actually thought it was James Hetfield that sued them.

[@grouchomagic]

Eff me! As a 60 year rock drummer, this blew me away. I just saw the video with Jess, and I had to watch this. Seems like a friendly bloke, and I had no idea that he was a voice actor. Sweet, man! Steve.

[@donnasummers6534]

And youre a voice actor too?! You were at Pensacon this past weekend. I sat with Rob Paulsen. I really enjoyed Twisted Toonz saturday. Please come back again.

[@lucanidae100]

Rockin good group

[@renegadewolf961]

Holy shit! I knew his voice acting was great but hot damn! I love Jess Harnell

[@johnthompson1918]

I had no idea anything like this existed!!! My brain almost split the first time they jump to "Don't Stop" … BRILLIANT!!

[@creation1233]

Hold on a gosh darn second. Are you telling me that Jess Harnell. Who has voiced so many characters I know and love and has a band. Also Sings One OF MY FAMILIES MANY HOUSE MEME SONGS?!?!?! THIS SONG IS WHAT WE RANDOMLY SING AND OTHERS WILL FINISH OFF THE CHORUS- My day has been made even better than I thought possible

[@rettekram]

Still listen to this at least once a week. God bless you all.

[@fryode]

Freaking love you guys. Salt Lake Comic Con 2015 was amazing because Rock Sugar performed at SKY SLC. I bought three Reimaginator CDs, danced my introvert ass off, got a hi-five from Jess for a Presidential nomination, and just plain had a great time. I really hope this wasn't a one-off. Come back, Rock Sugar. My little daughter needs to meet you all so she can get the full experience of why Daddy loves the music he does.

[@1krani]

+Fryode Might I suggest introducing her to Queen's "A Kind of Magic"?

[@fryode]

Ikrani She got started on Queen from birth. "A Kind of Magic" was one of the first she heard while she was still sleeping in her "baskinet" (laundry basket set up as a bassinet). That and "Radio Gaga". I only wish I still had video of it.

[@1krani]

Fryode Okay, what about Iron Maiden's new album, Book of Souls? At the very least, Tears of a Clown warrants a listen.

[@fryode]

Ikrani On it.

[@fryode]

+Ikrani Wow! I can't front. It's worthy and then some.

[@laca7676]

Holy cow this one rocks great cover

[@boohenry5150]

I have a soft-spot for Journey, so this is absolutely fantastic!! Another great voice. I do hear the Metallica creeping in here and there. What an absolute treat!!!!

[@VioletCrystal_OFFICIAL]

FREEKING LOVE JESS HARNELL - Would love to collab with him and rock sugar in the future

[@RandomStuffIFindonVHS]

I love that the lead singer is the voice of Wakko Warner and so many animated characters I know... and damn Steve Perry for putting an injunction on them releasing this song

[@ChitoDrop]

Are you kidding me!?! For years I've heard this song and never knew who sang it, nor did I know what the song was called. I'd hear it on the radio pretty much everywhere and I always enjoyed listening to it but never knew who sang it. Now I'm learning it's a song from probably a few of my favorite people in the world and just...WHAT!?! Why am I just learning this now T-T gawd I love this song ♡

[@RobTween]

all i can is I am floored...great musicianship....

[@mikehorne67]

after 5:52 minutes of rolling on the floor laughing my ass off I stood up and yelled...YEAH!...Great Job ROCK SUGAR

[@MegTheGem1]

Even my purist Queen BFF loves this song..this is song #1 in my "Drive" playlist, the list of songs I could drive for hours to...oh, thank you, Jess and Band!!!

[@Micah940]

Greatest mix mash song of all time! ROCK ON ROCK SUGAR! Wish you guys would come to Alabama.

[@RidetheLightningNow]

holy shit... i've been living in a cave i guess. This is AWESOME.

[@69whitediam]

love it!!!! they should get radio time!!!

[@GorgeyPoo]

Thumbs Up if you know Jess Harnell is also a voice actor!

[@zom8979]

Jordan Mehta Wakko Warner, Roger Rabbit, Captain Hero

[@barryallen3158]

Zo m he also Voiced Ironhide and Barricade in the transformers movies

[@zom8979]

Barry Allen yep

[@techguyteaches789]

Charles Fleischer voiced Roger Rabbit.

[@CeciBunnifly]

Mr. Cedric!!! ♥ ♥ ♥

[@1stupidfish]

Best band I've never heard of. It's amazing what pops up on your KZbin feed when you're nowhere near your phone

[@yeseniaeguia256]

It's official. I'm a Rock Sugar Metal Head. I like 4 of there songs. • Rock You Like A Hurricane. • Shook Me Like A Prayer • Don't Stop The Sandman. • and LinkinPark Queen MashUp Keep this up fellas. 🤟🏻(⁠✯⁠ᴗ⁠✯⁠)🤘🏻

[@cleonicestella8886]

Adoro essa música,top dê mais 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻

[@frankpinmtl]

So just saw on Professor of Rock on how Steve Perry sued them thinking they used his vocals.

[@Crapcom86]

Let's be honest. If Jess Harnell was the new lead singer of Journey no one would know that difference between his and Steve's voice.

[@NitroCigarette]

Jess secretly records all of their studio albums and no one knows. Shhh...

[@Crapcom86]

***** It explains so much.

[@trentonparanormalresearchs6383]

jOURNEY WITH STEVE WILL ALWAYS BE MY FAV BAND OF ALL TIME AND I TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU THERE BUB

[@TheUnderatedJC]

AGREE

[@scottm2109]

***** Heard this on the radio once. DJ said that Jess actually took these guys to court because he didn't believe this wasn't his voice. They had to get someone to analyze the sung voices(which cost like $3k)to prove this wasn't Jess. Rock Sugar won. Also,......the singer here is Wakko from Animaniacs.

[@djkrazykeithbadbrad]

Follow up: I played this for a crowd at an 80s party last night. You should have seen the hard rockers reactions when it started the Journey lyrics lmao...I had some pretty big names in local radio there last night. I was asked where I got this mashup... OMG, I think I may have created some more Sugar Heads.... Keep it up guys, good sh1t

[@bdpickett]

How have I not looked this up before now?

[@jamlemon]

Just saw the Professor of Rock vid, guessing this is the song/singer he was alluding to!

[@jamlemon]

@Sweed Savage yeah, had a feeling it would be after he was talking about Journey then I heard this vocal.

[@dreamboy1119]

my mind was totally blown when he started singing! a total wtf moment lol

[@yohsephcassidy7324]

i love this song. throw it on for anybody they say " oh i love enter the sand man" then the singing starts ... " wait wut?" and half way threw the second chorus they are singing along " this iz awesome" yea it iz buddy, yea it iz

[@mikequade2932]

Yohseph Cassidy I do the same thing lol

[@rokipanjul8765]

oke

[@FlexciaDreamon]

My friend introduced me to this band and this song. Me and an ex of mine used to argue about Enter Sandman and Dont stop Believing. As to which song was better... Now there is now arguement

[@CLIFFLIX]

COOL!!! I love this!

[@calseeor]

I had no idea how much I needed this in my life until I heard it! Holy shit! Is that really him singing almost exactly like Steve Perry???

[@GardenOf_Evil]

Eryk Tilton welcome to the RS Fandom ... yes that is Jess Harnell singing. Yes he sounds incredibly similar to Steve. Jess is an amazing voice guy as well (Wakko, Scary & Terry just a few ) sadly you can’t buy this cd anymore due to this song..and a certain after the permission to record was given being recanted. But we have it here! The whole cd is awesome!

[@FurbyFlash]

i can't believe the lead singer here is the same guy that voiced burnard and meltus on mixels that's fucking crazy

[@wakkowarner3716]

He also voiced Wakko Warner from Animaniacs

[@FurbyFlash]

@@wakkowarner3716 yeah i know that but a lot of people have already mentioned that he voices wakko so i thought i'd pay attention to 2 of his more obscure roles

[@TheDarkKnightJF]

And he's also Ironhide and Barricade in the Transformers movies, and Cedric The Sorcerer from Sofia The First

[@TheDarkKnightJF]

​@@wakkowarner3716 Oh wow you must be a big fan of Wakko haha

[@wakkowarner3716]

@@TheDarkKnightJFI am.

[@PixarShark]

YOU ROCK IT WAKKO!!! XD

[@traceyway6524]

Wow ❤ pretty cool 💯❤ I'm loving this. It's 2023 just hearing this ❤❤

[@krissdj]

11 years later im here omg !!!!!!