Saves The Day - Daybreak Documentary

Music video by Saves The Day performing Daybreak Documentary. (C) 2011 Razor & Tie Direct, LLC

[@halgalardinj]

In Reverie is a crazy story. I loved this band, then didn't like the album when it came out because it was different, and his voice sounded different. A few years after it came out, I fell in love with it, and I still listen to it at least once a month, 15 years later.

[@TobermoryIscarabaidX]

Been listening to Chris since at least the age of 16. I’m 38 now. I still love Saves The Day. 9, I’m still hashing out how I feel, but it hasn’t deterred me from Saves The Day as a whole.

[@MichaelBrown-bf7zr]

This documentary has helped me so many times since it came out. I'm twice an ex drug abuser and a lifelong addict, but now an addict in recovery, and anytime it's ever gotten bad on either side of the sobriety fence I watch this, and I feel not alone. Saves the Day is one of the all time greatest bands of our generation. I'm about to turn 24, and it took a while to realize why I needed to be clean, and this video talks about those reasons, even if they aren't necessarily about getting clean, the feeling of happiness and peace is something everyone chases. "So you lost your way, that's okay."

[@aleksandr_dus]

Michael you are awesome!!! Live BIG! Finish HUGE! Much love!

[@vadermasktruth]

Stay sober brother, stay sober! I'm right there with you. Except I'm 48 (you're now 27) and it doesn't get any easier. Sobriety is where it's at.

[@ingry]

hope you're doing well, the universe loves you, saves the day loves you, we all love you.

[@Danisaurrrr]

I've liked this band for roughly 5 years now--starting in 8th grade and now I'm about to graduate. Saves the Day has guided me along in my teenage angst and pain and anger and hatred and loneliness and sadness with their music and lyrics, and has helped me through every shitty thing that has ever happened to me. I relate to their lyrics more than any other band. I met Chris once. I wish I could have talked to him longer. After watching this documentary, the band means more to me than ever.

[@InYourFaceFolk]

...and if you really listen, In Reverie is amazing.

[@albertmendoza5963]

Many many thumbs way up

[@jejoey5898]

The two best album of my life.

[@johnjohnson4237]

STD's best album imo

[@TimothymakeupsDitzler]

Been saying that for years now

[@crescendopez]

I really hated 'In Reverie' at first, but I gave it another listen a few years ago and it really grew on me.

[@figureeightli]

he figured it out, love life the way it is with out having to change it... and then everything will change in your favor

[@michaeljamrozy4299]

I met Chris Conley on this tour and he couldn't have been nicer. Beautiful person

[@MichaelBrown-bf7zr]

Anytime I fall into a slump, I watch this. I love you, Chris!

[@gogetsuable]

Woah man, In Reverie was such a great album.

[@saulibus1]

This album is a masterpiece

[@javiertellez3771]

I love this documentary, now I feel more inspired by Chris and Saves the Day to keep doing what I love even there's not enough money for a 'normal' way of life as a songwriter and a rock musician.

[@iowa_alex]

its hard to believe its been since 98' that this band has been the glue for holding myself together threw everything, every up and down, every heart break, every joy. thank you Chris. don't slow down. CAN'T SLOW DOWN.

[@chris_topher1984]

my favorite band of all time. chris is the best song writer i've ever listened to. we love you bro.

[@LMBECIL]

wow just found this, and I never thought that In Reverie is was not that great on the time, right now is one of my favourite albums from all time

[@glassbone8852]

Wow, 9 years late but this is so deep and helps a lot right now. Thanks Chris!

[@fanana_bishh]

I think it's more along the lines of how Rivers Cuomo got when Pinkerton got such brash reviews. Essentially it comes down to pouring your heart and feelings into something only to be given the idea that your feelings are wrong and worth absolutely nothing. It's a tough experience that not many go through.

[@valbauermusic]

I'm so, so happy this is posted here. Just like the music of Saves the Day, it's helped me through dark times and helped me find inspiration, both as a songwriter and someone who suffers from depression. Thank you, Chris, for your boldness in standing up and speaking out and furthering the dialogue about mental health awareness, both here and in your music :)

[@Iamabum21]

I can't believe it's taken so long for myself to come across this documentary, but the timing is perfect. I understand everything and I can very well relate to this and where you want everything to "just stop". I had failed at that attempt recently, and thank fucking God I had found this. It's given me so much to look forward to and channel it into music that I've been writing since I was 18. Chris Conley, thank you.

[@Nikkyeshiva83]

Still enjoy them

[@donchouch]

I fell in love with Saves The Day when I put on the headphones at the listening station at Hot Topic in Albq. to hear this new release of an album Through Being Cool.... and "this guy" was saying all the things that I felt and it sounded so good. I got it. A few months later they were playing a show in El Paso. They had just been in the van wreck and I couldn't believe they were on stage totally busted up & playing their hearts out! Saves The Day's evolution astounds me with every album...

[@NESADDICT]

Whoa! That is literally my same exact story except Greenville SC… literally the head phones in hot topic probably summer of 99/00. It was featured in this little glass case with 3/4 other albums

[@TIMMY236]

I picked up Daybreak a week after it came out and i fell in love with it! Ever song on that album is so good! Saves The Day will always be my favorite band of all time! dont care if his voice change,Chris Conley is so awesome! Saves The Day

[@carebearstare1992]

Saves The Day is amazing. For every experience or feeling I've ever had, Chris has written something that has captured it just right. It's like he's been right there with me all along, like a best friend of sorts. If he ever saw this, I'd just want him to hear the thank you in this response.

[@crk140]

My favorite band always. I saw them on that tour, with Weezer

[@johnedward430]

ive watched this at least 6 times and each time is just as great as the last. I love you Chris

[@fungi42021]

love you std. fan since 02

[@sherryoutside]

my love for chris and the new and ever changing saves the day is exponentially better every single album. period.

[@SuzFigueroaOficial]

Thanks for sharing your feelings and ur life songs with us. Saves the Day is a beautiful band with touching and real emotions. Lots of Love from Chile.

[@saamay1]

this makes me feel even more grateful for actually meeting him in person =)

[@1971Turk]

I've been a Saves the Day fan for over a decade but just watched this documentary that came with the digital download of the album. Chris your description of how depression feels put me in tears. You described exactly what it feels like to be in such a dark place that it feels like there is no way out but to find a way to make everything end. You've given me hope that there is a way out of this feeling and it can change. Thanks Chris you may have just saved a life.

[@ryanjavierortega8513]

The 4th time I saw them, I remember telling Chris that he rocked when he played The Factory (Florida venue) and that they rocked out that evening in Allentown, PA, and he was so cool about it - seems like a really cool guy.

[@teamchoi29]

I feel your daydream album dude, it can show light through every darkness

[@CarryTheZero1980]

Amazing, worthy of extending into a feature length documentary, truly fascinating.

[@neiltobias3588]

This is fantastic, What a great guy. Daybreak was awesome and i can't wait for the next album.

[@turbosix]

daybreak never fails to give me goosebumps.

[@keratopia]

Makes me want to throw up.

[@SloppyDiarrhea]

You're really good at conversational hypnosis and trance and stuff. I love how youre using it for good though :) It shed some good vibes and keep on rocking

[@coflamjj]

Creo que con el tiempo Daybreak es mi disco favorito de Saves the Day, es maravilloso!!! 👏👏👏

[@zactranten3235]

I don't know how many times I watched that acoustic video of Hold in the alleyway.

[@chromeeyelashes]

Saves The Day kicks ass.

[@drummerjake777]

if i have to watch the same damn ad again im gunna freak out

[@Xplorer228]

I love his brutal honesty. Not afraid to bare his heart for the whole world to see. That's fucking bravery.

[@rosesandprose]

Chris Conley went to my school! Whoo! Go Princeton Day!

[@ontherunhome]

i have not been able to get the album because where i live they do not have any places to buy it!!! agh!!!! i love this band. i hope i can see saves the day someday. amazing documentary

[@Mr.February]

Chris moves and talks like Marty Mcfly's dad in Back To The Future.

[@cpasculado]

This vid really justifies why i've loved this band since Can't Slow Down =)

[@carlosvramos]

this was amazing!! so real! so honest! just absolutely beautiful!

[@dirtykidrecords5511]

saves the day saved my life

[@ConnorEubinag]

That should've been a lot longer. I enjoyed that too much

[@rollinours]

i was starting to doubt i could really do this. actually make music, write songs, make people believe in something great and let the love embrace, but then i saw this. thanks chris. through the ups and the downs, you've helped people all over, and you made me believe again.

[@lilherb3]

i didnt want that video to end.

[@alttabman]

im low and watch this made me realize

[@cb24203]

There was a somewhat recent podcast with original drummer Bryan Newman. He had some good things to say and it was interesting but one thing he said that made no sense was: “Saves The Day has been a slow motion car wreck since I left.” It came off like he was a little jealous that the band still exists when he probably thought it was going to fizzle out soon after he left. From what he said, his choice to leave 20 years ago seems like it was made out of fear of not making it in the industry so he took a safer route. I guess the professional musician life isn’t for everybody so in the end I really can’t criticize his choice to leave. What he’s missing though is that everyone who has played in this band has contributed something meaningful, especially Arun and Rodrigo who’ve become the backbone of the band over the past 12 years. Both solid musicians who play the old songs how they’re supposed to be played and have also created a ton of great new songs. The Grapefruit album is an underrated gem. In my opinion I think every album they’ve released is great in its own certain way.

[@countaplay6749]

As a fan of theirs since really Can't Slow Down/Through Being Cool, I'll just say the band really did take a turn when Bryan left (after SWYA). He wasn't technically very good at drums per se, but when he left the wholesomeness of the band went with him. The songs captured the spirit and energy of what it was like to be young at that time better than any band in the scene. I'm not saying their newer stuff isn't good, or the new members aren't great (they are) but when the old songs just hit different. I think Bryan, Ted, David, and Eben were every bit as instrumental in that as Chris.

[@cb24203]

@@countaplay6749 I disagree that Bryan isn’t that technically good at drums. In my opinion he’s a great drummer and plays with a swing that a lot of other drummers lack. His compositions and performances on both TBC and SWYA sound like someone who’s been playing and touring for 25 years when at the time he was still really young. The drummers they’ve had since Bryan all have had different styles but all have fit in good. Since the beginning this band has always been in constant flux. I think Bryan’s drumming was important early on in establishing the band’s sound but I don’t see Eben and Ted really having a huge influence on the band. I could be wrong but I just don’t see it. I don’t think the albums would have sounded that much different had it been other people playing bass and rhythm guitar. It was Chris writing the lyrics and alot of the guitar riffs and those guys were only in the band for a very short time. David is the most important member aside from Chris. When he left the band lost a bit of magic but after seeing them a bunch of times over the past 10 years with the most recent members I’ve realized it’s the songs that are important and every person who’s been in the band has done a good job performing them. Just my opinion tho.

[@cb24203]

@@countaplay6749 also, it almost sounds like you were into the band 20 years ago and then didn’t pay attention to any of the albums after SWYA. When People only love those early albums usually it’s because they were young at the time and it’s sentimental. A lot of people grew out of the phase while Saves The Day continued releasing albums. So when those people go back now and listen to the albums that came after SWYA there’s no connection to the music. I’ve listened since the beginning so all of the albums are sentimental to me in some way. They all remind me of what I was doing at the time and who I was with. This may not be the case with you but it’s something I’ve noticed in general. The Grapefruit album is a hidden gem.

[@countaplay6749]

@@cb24203 I'm almost positive there are interviews that mentioned Bryan struggling to track drums or play live. I'd have to dig, it's been a while. Doesn't matter though because he was a good drummer. And Eben was probably the most technically talented player in the band, and hugely influential in the music. His bass lines in SWYA and In Reverie are next level. But more importantly, the band wrote their best (I'd say - certainly their most far-reaching/popular) music during that time. Yes Chris wrote the lyrics and did the lion's share of the writing, but those members definitely helped, Dave/Eben particularly. Their live shows were insane too. There's one on KZbin where they play the Palladium and I wish I could've been there. Subsequent songs and iterations I'm sure are great, but songs I'll listen to songs like Always Ten Feet Tall, You Vandal, Freakish, and those songs are still great and just hit different.

[@cb24203]

So because some random interview 20 years ago said he struggled he shouldn’t be considered great drummer? Lmao. All anyone needs to do is listen to the recordings. He was better and more creative than most his age at the time. The playing on TBC and SWYA isn’t just a guy beating on some drums following the band. All of his drums parts are composed, purposeful and tasteful. Eben is an amazing bass player but if you replaced him the songs wouldn’t have sounded that much different in my opinion. He’s great but he doesn’t anchor the band or define their sound at all. It’s just getting really old hearing people say how the new music isn’t as good as TBC and SWYA. It is, people just aren’t paying attention and don’t have the same sentimental connection. It was a fun time and people will always remember the TBC lineup of guys but the band has continued a long time without them and is still great in my opinion. If there’s anyone who should be remembered for his importance it’s Sean McGrath. Had a huge influence on the band and If it wasn’t for him there would be no Saves The Day.

[@ahartgers1]

Truly inspirational and uplifting.

[@quinnkimbrell1650]

I’m so glad I found this video on KZbin. STD fans are life long fans. This band is the anthem of my years trying to navigate this crazy ass world. It’s been crazy but Chris we love you and wouldn’t change a thing about the journey with the band.

[@bluesetsfire]

Thank you.

[@jeremyunderground41]

You can tell that the fellow New Jersey band Man Overboard was inspired by these guys.

[@Bossmetalzone]

jeremyunderground41 you are amazing

[@pleasure.93]

#NOSTALGIA

[@-_-Code-_-]

ive always been amazed that he couldnt see his fanbase revolting at in reverie.. i mean he knew what he was doing, they were evolving and changing on purpose. but in doing so it ticked off a lot of us who were down since the beginning.. he such a good song writer and TBH every incarnation of the band has been amazing, it just baffles me that he didnt see that coming... dont get me wrong i bought the album and so did alot of my friends.. but i still remember sitting in my car with some people on the day it came out and being like WTF happened?

[@younglobwedge]

How does Saves The Day only have 3k subs? Although I haven't been the biggest fan after Stay What You Are. CSD and TBH are like the soundtrack of my adolescence.

[@redredwiine]

One of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. Thank you guys for staying so true and amazing. Forever love

[@timfenning3518]

wow this was amazing best band ever😁

[@imjeff3]

That was amazing...

[@grahammangini-harold3800]

This might be the most positive thing on the internet...EVER.

[@ryanjavierortega8513]

It's sad to see everyone - including Dave - gone from this incredible band.

[@GamerAnalysis]

no they are amazing now!

[@fernandagarattatuajes4421]

beautiful!!

[@rastus81]

Fuck yes!!! Thank you for your music and for this documentary! You’ve helped me navigate some dark times over the years; cliche, yes, but true. Keep burning bright!

[@1thess523]

I totally agree

[@adriansaninja]

4:34 was that higher ground by the chili peppers?

[@xwigwango]

I was thinking the exact same thing!

[@anusperfecto4786]

Oh fuck I love Glassjaw and didn't know the connection after listening to both bands for like 15 years.

[@fecastillo6]

Gracias por esto.

[@JamieMalerba]

I'm probably responsible for at least 1k of these views. More people should be in love with Saves The Day.

[@itstimecompliance1173]

made my day

[@gutterphenomenon24]

really inspiring A+++++

[@johnedward430]

@thepricetag im 14 and ive only been a fan for about a year

[@1thess523]

i just saw a vid of him talking and he was saying people keep leaving for financial reasons

[@n0rgan]

Chris Conley is such an amazing human being.

[@fromUnderTheTub]

@supercolors1234 It's called "Don't Know Why" :)

[@wtfbbqjacob]

@cashbanning It's called Hold

[@vadermasktruth]

Emotional hardcore.

[@noodraider]

Damn. I feel bad now talking shit on In Reverie. It was just shockingly different

[@ToastTwoThree]

Not even 10k views? WTF???

[@jonathanclaire]

a sorry state of affairs when this video has had 244 hits in 2 days but someone uploading their cat falling off of a christmas tree or a guy falling off a bike gets hundreds of thousands.

[@Dreamzrule]

8 AM. It's a section in Daybreak.

[@assis9009]

I'm sorry guys but I'm not a native english speaker so I might have missed it when he said but... Does he say why did his voice change? or he just says that it has changed?

[@billbecker3023]

The record label told him his voice had changed when they didn't like the album In Reverie

[@SloppyDiarrhea]

IDK if he'll ever even see these comments but idk, what with their fame and stuff...

[@mcnb10]

i cant believe such low amount of hits watching this video makes me want to listen more so truthful and honest. what is the world coming to when wheatus teenage dirtbag gets 3m plus hits and such a person who writes and sings songs that effect us all SHOCKING

[@hillortiz]

Did I just hear right?? Did he say his rhythm section was from GLASSJAW??????

[@apach47]

What is the song at 11:20 ?

[@roofus2652]

oooof

[@carloslanda4362]

👍

[@octobernight6766]

What's the acoustic song at around 9:00?

[@drigo_226]

It´s HOLD! :)

[@GamerAnalysis]

shout out to arenas and mega stars

[@samu10k91]

song at 6:38?

[@bbdrew3137]

Jason 10K Hold.

[@ANDYWOUNDSABRXS]

but hey.. atleast im through being cool.

[@ramseszesati3994]

Chris end up therapy ??

[@michaelbeutel9546]

I miss his old voice :(

[@bpxo.creations]

😂😂🥰🤠😎😘

[@georgew5038]

I never realized how gay this band was but i loved them

[@ryanjavierortega8513]

Do you know why they continue to leave the band? I heard that 'The singer got a big head' from a rather reliable source - any word as to the veracity of this statement?