Shinedown's Brent Smith talks about drug use, nerves, inspirations in a Tea Time interview!

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Elizabeth Zharoff is an international opera singer and voice coach, with 3 degrees in voice, opera, and music production. She's performed in 18 languages throughout major venues in Europe, America, and Asia. Currently based somewhere between Los Angeles and Tucson, Arizona, Elizabeth spends her days researching voice, singing, teaching, writing music, and recording TONS. She also plays Diablo and Dungeons & Dragons.
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[@chriswaller9362]

I have never seen an artist more engaged in an interview as Brent was here. Normally at some point you can see or hear a sense of “how much longer” or “here we go again”……not once here. I watched the whole interview and it was great to see two people with respect and admiration for each other talk about things that drive them.

[@M11969]

Nine of the interviews she's done feel that way. The artists are very engaged with her and it truly feels like a conversation.

[@alphazebra01]

Brent's just an all around decent human. He loves people and he's interested in what they have to say. The lyrics he writes are always to the individual and not the group. Not many busy, successful, famous musicians who can stay relatable to the people after 20 years. Major accomplishment there!

[@Chrills-rs4nx]

Hey man, I met him twice here in Sweden. This guy is so genuine u cant Believe it. And the way be cares about mental illnes and they way he cares about People, its amazing. First time I met him, he cancelled his flight because be wanted to answer questions to us (his fans). This guy is a beautiful human being!

[@InauspiciousComing]

Completely agree!

[@KevinBergin]

Each time I've met Brent, he gives everyone this same level of focus and genuine interest. Something I've never seen before and totally refreshing

[@leahc.2160]

Anyone else five minutes in and already in love with brent?

[@troyodell3686]

This man is incredible I love the fact he is so humble and values the fans like he does it's so amazing.

[@Jessica_Crease87]

My husband and I have been clean for 14 years! I think that's why Brent/Shinedown is my husband's favorite singer! He relates! My husband also drank to get wasted and fall down. He also suffers with mental health and is constantly in his head! We went to Shinedown Concert this month and the whole crowd was jumping and singing while my husband just watched and took it all in! He is the complete opposite of me! My husband is the most selfless person I've ever met!!!! He never asks for anything! I bought Shinedown tickets for his bday and he was mad almost because I spent money on him! Our daughter also saved my life! I'm lucky to be alive. She filled a hole in my heart that was missing my whole life! I wouldn't be where I am today if it wasn't for my daughter! Chris Cornell is my husband's favorite singer and then Brent! My husband's thought process is identical to Brent's! My husband is always in his head also! We are both super open minded and can listen to differences without negativity! I can clearly see why my husband lobes shinedown so much! As do I, I just don't think about things like my husband does either! I just go with the flow and my husband is a observer and listener. He doesn't argue or correct people ever. He's the most observant person I've met!

[@shavielou205]

I let out an embarrassing little yelp when I saw that you'd be interviewing Brent Smith. I couldn't wait to get home to watch the interview when I saw that it dropped. What a class act is Mr. Brent Smith. He's a wonderful and engaging interview. The willingness to be vulnerable absolutely floored me. I learned so much! I'm grinning from ear to ear. One of the very best interviews you've done yet, Elizabeth. Well done!

[@GreekLady188]

I LOVE HER REACTION. IT'S AUTHENTIC. She was so sweet. He can truly see that she is genuine not Hollywood. He absolutely enjoyed this conversation

[@jbrock11]

Been a Shinedown fan since the beginning and if I had to pick a song to ecompass what the band is to me, it'd actually be two songs, Fly From the Inside and Burning Bright from their first album. Absolutely incredible songs that showcase their mix of aggression and soaring, emotional vocals. Can't wait to hear this entire interview, Brent is the man.

[@kpemb84]

Ditto

[@lantzkeefer6]

One of the best vocalist's in any Genre.🎤👌

[@Terri6868]

For me The Crow & the Butterfly 🦋 & Through the Ghost.

[@Terri6868]

Got to go watch the live concert

[@ut6857]

Seen them twice and Chevelle. They are favorite modern bands. I could see them everyday. My wife won a signed guitar from Shinedown and look forward to see them again.

[@FailingGH3]

Elizabeth, would you ever consider doing a series of "Lets React" where you bring the singer/artist/band in to sit with you during your initial reaction? I think it would be fun to get to see a band "show" you their song, and then to analyse it together, in the moment.

[@zachhenderson7982]

That would be awesome

[@landontoney]

Count me in for this! That would be super cool

[@jerrygfan]

Great idea!

[@tinakeith5822]

That would be cool to see!!! I’d tune in!!!

[@lisawallace3124]

What an absolutely fantastic idea!!

[@Tedphoenician]

I'm originally from Winter Springs, and Brent gave a relief concert after 4 hurricanes hit in a row. Shinedown was one of my favorite bands and that free concert always stuck with me.

[@sentenced03]

I have a story about the song simple man. my dad was a huge skynyrd fan and when I let him hear shinedowns cover he was so excited he went to buy the cd and bought the original version twice before he finally found the one with simple man on it. he passed away in 2005 and I made sure to play it at his memorial as a send off.

[@zacheryhathorn7560]

I remember I was locked up in 2008 and Shinedown was on the radio station talking to people taking in colors to talk to shinedown and I only got one hour of radio time a day. And just by circumstance my mom had called into the radio station and got to talk to Shinedown about me in my situation and the song second chance I heard on the radio it changed my life while I was in jail, so my mom mentioned that to Brent of Shinedown and he did a shout out for me and I heard it over the radio live, which is a one in a million chances that I heard that on the one hour radio time I had and I'll never forget that moment.

[@MBrulla]

I think what works with Brent is that what you get is genuine. Vocally, in interviews, lyrically, at meet and greets...it's a music lover who busted his ass to be able to work in the industry and damnit, he deserves every single ounce of it. Not a nicer guy in modern rock. Up there in my top 10 rock vocalists of all time for tone, timbre, and range, too. Just unreal talent.

[@brucescherrer1581]

Brent is always engaged in his interviews, but the level of investment in this one was fantastic. Usually questions revolve around inspirations, influences, projects, the band members, their relationships, and every other personal detail. He seems really energized and excited to be talking about the technical details of actually how he sings. It's like asking a physicist what motion is when they're usually asked to just recite Newton's laws.

[@artemiswhitlock5202]

My grandpa really likes Shinedown. He's in his seventies, and really picky about music. He normally refines his music taste to AC/DC, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Led Zeppelin, Boston, Nazareth, etc. But I heard the Simple Man cover and immediately had to show him. He loved it so much. He keeps asking for me to play "Raindown" lol

[@johnlombardo7816]

Glad to hear it is accepted by the older generations as well, simple man is an iconic song, and as much as I love the original and Skynyrd, Shinedown's version just sounds better to me, and has more emotion in it .

[@diegomazzaron9191]

Oh really? Also the new Shinedown?

[@ivytepes]

The one thing the band loves the most is that their music spans generations. There was an interview where Brent was talking about the video for The Human Radio. The video is 100% all fans in it. They did a call out for fans to be in a video and thousands jumped on it. Some flying from far to get involved. The video shows the diversity of people who love them.

[@tinamarie2121]

Nice! I've got my mom hooked on them, too. She's in her 60's. I'm finally taking her with me to a concert this September! My son likes them, and his best friend's boyfriend loves them, too, and my husband (after being inundated with their music so much from me) was FINALLY becoming a fan of them after years of listening to them 😂...and a couple of concerts with me.

[@ethanudall]

My grandma listens to them sometimes in the car with us, she calls them “moonshine” 😂😂😂

[@nickwelch3649]

Him talking about Chris is so emotional 😭

[@awg6397]

Ive seen Shinedown 5 times now, my wife never got the chance to until the Planet Zero tour came through town. After the show, she said "man, now I see what you were talking about...thats one of the best shows Ive seen!"

[@Nkjones1]

I first saw him do Simple Man in Iraq in '04. A much needed respite at the time. Thanks Brent.

[@StevenA-fp3zj]

Brent...There are many people who feel the same about Chris as you do.... However there are many people who feel that same feeling about you. Your voice has touched many souls....

[@anthonyturner1808]

Really liked the part where Brent was very open about his addiction and where he stated that Shinedown didn't save people lives but that they themselves did it. They just helped. I totally understand what he was saying. Early in my recovery I would listen to every album I had on my phone especially the song " Save me " . Their music help me in some very rough times.

[@zombiiesque]

I feel the same way about Save Me. It's gotten me through a lot.

[@ulventorden5293]

Dude I was heavy in addiction for a long time and got clean. I saw shinedown for the first time while clean and Brent actually handed me a pick and shook my hand. It amazes me that 2 addicts getting clean shook each other's hand without knowing it. But honestly his lyrics helped me, even during addiction they helped me realize I was at rock bottom. I was actually getting high on something other than weed while listening to the radio when my younger sister called and actually called me out on my being high. As I listened to the song after cussing her out, later that night I was looking in the mirror while the same song was playing and the next day I decided to quit everything and get clean. I spent the next 3 weeks puking my guts up getting clean and it was shinedown that helped me and ultimately starting my road to recovery. It's awesome to find out we were getting clean together.

[@2ShoesPhoto]

I have every Shinedown Album, my all time favorite band, his voice is just incredible.

[@yourpainisagift6171]

Brent and his band members are such incredible, humble and generous human beings. I had the pleasure to meet them on several occasions and these guys are so down to earth! Not to mention that Brent was a huge part of my weight loss journey. He supported me so much, not only with being a role model for me in this case, but his encouragement was incredible. These guys will always have my heart! No matter what 💜

[@gearbanger]

I just saw them in concert. Brent has an extremely powerful voice and they are excellent live.

[@tinamarie2121]

I liked them before I saw them in concert...I LOVED them when I saw them for the first time. I was hooked. Anyone who can sound THAT good in person always gets added to my lifelong music love category for me. Like Brent is talking about his Jazz music love? Right up there for me.

[@keep.clam.shine.on.]

He's just so honest and open about everything. Makes u like him even more really not that it was really possible as his talent alone is off the charts amazing!!!

[@KaoruTakarai]

Brent is such a humble, down to earth guy. I love him and I loved this interview.

[@ashliewilson4451]

Omg can’t wait for this Brent smith nicest/ most down to earth man in rock

[@mammashona5846]

He brought me back,from my darkest time. I could never show enough appreciation. Unity is my Battle song. Thank you Brent and the rest of Shinedown. See you again in Sept.2022. Maryland Hights St.Louis Mo.

[@howarderwin60]

I took my two eldest daughters to see Shinedown. We had several rough years and things were finally turning around. We all liked Shinedown so I bought tickets. It was their first concert. Shinedown blew us away! It was a really great night and one we really needed!

[@ihateusernamesgrrr]

That's the kind of dude you really want representing the band in interviews. The lead vocalist generally gets all the attention but often due to arrogance and ego really shouldn't, but Brent seems like a cool dude and I respect the fact he props up the other members of the band when ever he gets a chance and it's not all about him. I love the fact he wanted to support TCV aswel, that's cool. I don't have the money myself so my support is ad rolls I guess, but this like the others was a really cool interview. It's cool that these vocalists aren't just giving you a 10 minute interview but put aside a good hour or 2 and just chill out with you.

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Brent is an amazingly humble and inspirational person, I adore him so much! As far as supporting the channel, you being here, watching the videos and commenting is what makes you a part of this fantastic community, and all of us are better for having you here!

[@rustybarnacles1969]

So damn cool! I have personally met and chatted WITH Brent after a Billings, MT. early tour, Salt Lake City bar/scene in middle of SLC a few months later, then almost a decade later in Youngstown after. I have this GENUINE gentleman’s signature on a band shirt fully signed in Billings by their tour bus. I have no qualms stating this is the most human heroes we have in music.

[@williamsporing1500]

Ah, Brent lol My wife has your autograph tatted on her foot, the shine down logo on her other foot, and a picture of you with her on the shelf. She has seen you guys like 25 times, from the beginning where there were only a couple hundred people. I think you’re the only guy she would leave me for lol Stay safe man, keep rocking!

[@tomwhite1857]

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[@mattsmenagerie6864]

Brent Smith is one of my favorite musicians. Shinedown was one of my growing up bands, still listen and love them. Was struggling this past year and randomly heard some Smtih and Meyers and it made the pain lessen. Just a beautiful voice, person and light to my darkness. Love you both.

[@bigtimebobby6644]

First of all, I want to say congratulations to you and your husband. I think you'll be a great mother. I would also like to say congratulations to Brent on his recovery. I actually discovered Shinedown about 10 years ago after beginning my journey of recovery. I recently saw them in Birmingham and was blown away by their performance.

[@kellyjohns6612]

He's right on. The Sound of Madness is the one all of us started on. Hey Brent, more like that and Enemies. They rock!!

[@jasondayton1581]

Enemies...good call.

[@kellyjohns6612]

@@jasondayton1581 THANK YOU. That one gets overlooked because of all the rock-ballods that came after. "Diamond Eyes" and "Unity" are pretty good. What you thinkin'

[@tinamarie2121]

Ooh, Enemies is one of my FAVORITES! I used to have to drive a lot for work and, hehe, I may or may not have blew out a set of speakers in my car...🙈🙉 I was hell on speakers when I was still working on site for the hospital.

[@kellyjohns6612]

@@tinamarie2121 it will wake ya up better than coffee

[@hayneshvac2]

An excellent guy that possesses a great deal of wisdom and intellect. I remember when his first album came out, and I could tell by his vocals then that he was inspired by Chris Cornel...His music does exactly what he intends it to do, it inspires, tells a story, and envelops you into his world...The best music is relatable music...You have to be able to read people quite well, as well as be able to read yourself, and relate that we are all really the same yet individual...As he said, people are inherently good, or at least want to be...we can't judge someone who hasn't learned all the lessons that we have learned, and we must acknowledge that we also haven't learned all the lessons that life has taught them...Experience is the best teacher...I am happy to have learned that Brent has this humble view that everyone should learn...this tells me that he truly has lead a hard life, yet it has taught him so much...wonderful interview, and great to get to know Brent and Shinedown that much more...thank you for your content.

[@kayl7260]

Elizabeth, this was such an incredible interview. I could’ve listened to the two of you chatting for an additional two hours. I love that you do research beforehand and don’t just ask the same boring questions everyone else does. Not sure if you’re currently taking requests for these or not, but I’d love to see a Tea Time interview with Corey Taylor and/or Spencer Charnas(Ice Nine Kills) in the future. With Spencer, I could see the two of you geeking out over theater for hours.

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Corey Taylor will happen sometime, maybe this year. I'm not familiar with Ice Nine Kills, so I'll have to hear some of their music first!

[@Agentlien]

@@TheCharismaticVoice "Corey Taylor will happen"? Wow, that's amazing! Really looking forward to it. I was so happy that you analysed Duality and was just thinking how great it would be if you would manage to invite him for one of these.

[@zombiiesque]

@@TheCharismaticVoice oh my goodness, YESSSS! Can't wait to see that interview, I love Corey!

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Listen to the first half of this interview early at: thecharismaticvoice.com/podcast/

[@nightmusic8]

Great use of the podcast options..

[@nightmusic8]

Also good podcast. Didn’t want to miss this. (Perhaps you could work on the audioquality from the other end. It sounds like a phone, lots of midtones.) still 5 out of five stars ⭐️

[@RKevinRankin]

The interview was fantastic. You can really tell the type of man Brent is! Down to earth and humble. My wife and I just saw our first Shinedown concert in Atlantic City on 08/10/24 and it was electric! THE best concert I've ever seen. My wife, who enjoys Shinedowns music (mainly because I subject her to it in the car) said that the concert was AMAZING! I don't disagree. You guys really put on a first class show and make the audience feel like family, and that you are grateful for them. Keep doing what you are doing guys!

[@CRBalls1337]

Now we need an Outshined cover. Damn, Brent!

[@Pimpdaddyleif]

Everybody definitely needs to up vote this comment and get an Outshined cover

[@alphazebra01]

Uh...that's right.

[@maryhelenbuchele7342]

He did do Black Hole Sun at their 1st Smith and Myers show after his passing it is ion KZbin.

[@BoonkyEdits]

I love Brent Smith's talent on stage and sinnging, but after this interview i absolutely love even more with his way of talking, his huge knowledge about music and how motivational feels sometimes.

[@dvvelasco134]

I"m so excited for this Tea Time interview! Big fan of Shinedown here!

[@stormyandsnowy]

I really enjoyed Brent taking time out of his day to do this. I don't normally see bands live, but Shinedown seems like something special to see live! ♥️

[@DranethVindan]

At some point, you've got to do the "Shed Some Light" trifecta. The original Shinedown version, the Shinedown cover featuring Lizzy Hale, and the Lizzy Hale cover featuring Brent. They're all SO GOOD.

[@taruninja]

If I could pick ONE voice to listen to, from a singing perspective, it's Brent Smith. hands down, no questions. Beyond excited to see this interview!

[@HeatherColemanYoga]

I am an even bigger fan of Brent Smith, and Shinedown now- if that's even possible- what a real, honest, and just himself, down-to-earth good human. Awesome awesome, love real down-to-earth honest talk. Great interview

[@triciaworthan3881]

By far the best interview with Brent I've ever heard. Love how he opened up about his relationship with his son.

[@gregg900]

such a cool guy. really love how much respect he shows elizabeth during this interview

[@nathanbrown1292]

Wow, such a great conversation. New found appreciation for Brent hearing his story. I'm an hour and a half in and there's still something that stuck with me from minute twelve, "if you're gonna play it, play it with attitude!"

[@tonydeluna8095]

@The Charismatic Voice and @Kirk McCune, thank you so much for this day. A Shinedown day, I hope you have a blessed weekend! Once again, thank you so much! ❤️

[@kirbys1370]

Hi Tony, I hope you have a wonderful weekend too!

[@tonydeluna8095]

@@kirbys1370 hello Kirby S! Thank you 🙏! I hope you too have a blessed weekend!

[@Shrinkingviolett2]

I have a good friend in common with the guest, and I have to say that my respect for Mr. Smith has only grown with every thing I hear. Seems genuine and authentic. My friend suggested Planet Zero and it kept me going through the hardest year of my life. I owe Mr. Smith and our mutual friend so much gratitude.

[@Dustinthewind-rt7qj]

On one side it's a dangerously honest man hold his heart on the palm pointing at you right there... on the other there's an incarnation of compassion itself ! No wonder I couldn't stop this interview 🏁🏁🏁

[@M11969]

I love his collaboration with Apocalyptica, I'm Not Strong Enough. For Shinedown, it's Bully, hands down.

[@LynxfireeGaming]

I love that song so much! Such a great collaboration

[@ELeon-gq7vk]

Shinedown is a strong evolution among popular rock bands. I don't know whether they will hold up in 50 years as have some of their classic progenitors, but Brent Smith is a good sign they will. He gave you a FANTASTIC interview, and I'm not even a huge fan, but this is perhaps your best tea time to date; truly excellent and on point.

[@vector8222]

Nothing short of amazing! When I first looked at the 2-hour length of this video I thought no way am I ever going to watch all of this... Boy was I wrong, Brent Smith was very engaging and far more centered and grounded than I had imagined as I had never heard an interview with him before. Appreciate all your vocal breakdowns... They definitely give me a new appreciation and respect for vocalist.

[@W1nggam1ng]

Brent Smith has one of my favorite voices in rock and roll. I've seen Shinedown three times in concert and I want to see them more. His song with Apocalyptica is amazing as well.

[@venomspawn5422]

Been a shinedown fan for a long time. I remember seeing one of their early shows, and I was drunk, and he said the next song was controversial and they won't play it on the radio, and I started yelling PLAY 45, PLAY 45. I was right up against the stage and he stopped, looked at me and said Dude! We're about to. Always thought that was funny

[@kevinstafford3583]

Always been a "moderate" or "passive" fan of Shinedown, but never really studied that much into them. After this, I'm still a moderate fan of Shinedown, but I'm a HUGE fan of Brent....I'm not one to sit and listen to a couple ppl talk for 2 hours very often, but I was honestly riveted to this. Kudos to Elizabeth for bein a gracious host and just letting him speak as much and as often as he did. Outstanding interview.

[@daryldavirro4237]

Was never a huge Shinedown fan, but this was a great interview. Now I will definitely have to go back and listen to more of their music. Brent has definitely opened my mind. He looked like he had a great time doing a 2 hr. Interview. Most singers wouldn't have made it 20 minutes. Really impressive. Elizabeth you knocked this one out.

[@rickchandler2570]

I love that dude! He's such a cool and down to earth guy. Love their music as well.

[@apokw]

Shinedown is one of those bands that I saw as a warm up for something else that I was going for. They absolutely blew the roof of the joint and especially Brent made a lasting impression on me with his vocals. Diamond Eyes for me is their best song and his vocals are captivating in it!

[@alljackedup408]

Only he would give a solid 2 hour interview. Shinedown is the jam.

[@nerissadebeer5865]

Met all of the Shinedown guys and I can honestly say they are the most engaged, talented and humble people in the industry. They love and put their fans first and ALWAYS have time for them. Their talent is unrivaled!!! To see them live is an honest privilege because words can't even convey how amazing they are! ❤️

[@rodneyharrison5868]

This is a great interview. You asked the right questions especially for those looking for a little direction vocally. I like how you asked really engaging questions and let him speak. He is a very interesting guy, or unexpectedly not about himself. Most interviews are not this intelligently led. Very good job!

[@JaneAquaz]

I was so excited to see you had an interview with Brent. I am a huge fan of Brent and that incredible voice of his. Shinedown is one of my absolute favorite bands and have been for many years. Brent is such a down to earth guy and is always very engaging with the interviewers and this one was one of my favourites that i have seen Him do. You can't help but love this man even more than you already did! I am so beyond grateful that he got himself cleaned up and is still with us. He needs to be protected at all cost. When he was talking about Chris Cornell I lost it when he became emotional. I was totally devastated when I heard of his passing and my heart broke for Brent and all Chris's friends and family, But I am so glad the guys chose to let Barry tell Brent about Chris's passing instead of him finding out on the news or social media posts. That could not have been easy for Barry and the guys to break it to him but so glad they were all together when the news broke to support Brent and each other . Chris is and will continue to be greatly missed. He was an incredible artist and and loved all his work and incredible vocals as the frontman of his bands Audioslave and Soundgarden. He is gone but not forgotten and will always be in our hearts.

[@lantzkeefer6]

Awesome Elizabeth The Sound of Madness is definitely my go to song, and the newer song Monsters is so good.

[@roadrunne255]

A BEAUTIFUL interview by two in-tune, passionate people. Your channel and interviews really do show the magic of music.

[@metalmark1214]

Glad to see you interviewing Brent Smith Elizabeth. Another great Tea Time interview I'm sure.

[@adamshea8380]

1. Brent has some of the best pipes on the planet. 2. Your absolute love of music is infectious.

[@WhoYouDrew]

I could totally see you geeking out when Brent was talking about nuances in the vocals and pronunciations. I loved every minute of this. Thank you so much for doing this interview! I've been a huge Shinedown fan since their beginning. Brent has been seen to give some time to interviews but I've never seen him open up this much for that long!

[@pirate_duck4985]

Thank You Brent, Thank You Shinedown. Beautiful songs, beautiful people, so much love for him & the gents.

[@otisdriftwood8469]

His voice is one amazing gift, and we are all lucky he shares his music with us all. Love shinedown. He is so right on the current climate. People are not against eachother.

[@yesdeere1376]

Man I love you Brent! Much like a lot of folks, I can say you played a huge role in my music life and just regular life in general. I’m a drummer so Barry is my hero too. I’ve been with you since the very first Johnny dare morning show days and all the rock fests in KC. Man you guys are so huge to me. Thank you for all the music. I’m 43 now and you’re still in my ears on a regular. Love the new stuff as well. There’s a reason I have a huge red shinedown tattoo on my arm. 😂🤘🏻🤘🏻 Elizabeth! You’re great too. Thank you for this interview even though I’m late to the show.

[@jdogj]

Brents vocals +Jason + berry= truly amazing and yes they did save me and i got to tell them after seeing them in LA and was taken behind the table and talked to me ill never forget that for actually wanting to know and that is hard to come by in a person much less a band thank you you guys thank you ....

[@cjtrkn]

That was absolutely the best interview I have seen ever, with an artist. It felt so real, like I was just lucky to be sitting in a room listening to two people who have such a love for music. Definitely looking forward to many more to come. Thank you for that. It was a real conversation, no fluff.

[@kellyt12463]

He's so interesting I could listen to him all day

[@justarandomguy7276]

This interview deseves much more views! Brent is one of the greatest in rock music. Love it, so humble and outgoing.

[@christianryan3918]

I just wanna say I love this interview, but that also I remember when Shinedown did the live on WAAF. I was in the 3rd grade with a pocket radio, I was just getting into music. And I heard this band cover simple man. And it was as if time stopped. AAF played that song for a long time after an I had it recorded on an old tape recorder. Unfortunately you can't find that live studio version on KZbin anymore, but I can honestly say, hearing that performance as a 9 year old changed my life forever. It was a once in a lifetime moment

[@lisawallace3124]

Brent said he was lucky to be alive...I submit that we are ALL lucky he is alive. Thank you so much for sharing your gift with us!

[@davidenderli4391]

That has to be one of the best interviews I have ever watched. So open, honest, humbling. Explaining the music and where it comes from. His past. The band and how close knit they are. How their songs come about and where their songs come from. The way they have evolved. I was so in to this interview that I watched it all the way through. The only other music artist who's interviews I have been so captivated by was Meatloaf. I love Shinedowns music and have been a huge fan from their beginning. The songs that resonate with me the most are Get Up and The Sound of Madness because I can relate to the words of these songs in so many ways. Having been medically diagnosed with severe depression and anxiety I have been in those deep dark places and the song Get Up is so uplifting knowing it was written with those things in mind giving hope to those that suffer with depression and anxiety. Total Shinedown fan!

[@1leathalls1]

My favorite concert ever is Shinedown. Brent smith has the most amazing voice and sound. Its amazing that you can sound like the radio in person. Big props to you all. I also love the Smith and Meyers acoustic albums they do. Great covers!

[@kirbys1370]

Thank you, Elizabeth and Brent, for this Fun and Fantastic Tea Time Interview!!! 💙

[@88winsn08]

As a trumpet player I’m still amazed how things brought up in these interviews make me think about my playing/performing. These ideas are so universal! All musicians can get something from this!!

[@davemorrish4716]

That was just an amazing interview. Brent is so inspiring. Dude has one of the most powerful voices I've heard live. He talks louder than some people can sing.

[@tomkazmierczak8864]

if you ever get a chance to see his acoustic show Smith & Myers do it. i can't recommend it enough. much more intimate show and absolutely incredible

[@scottakam]

Cool interview. I've been a Shinedown fan for about 15 years. My 7 year old daughter became a Brent Smith super fan 2 years ago. She's seen Shinedown and Smith & Myers live 4 times in the past 2 years.

[@daver4590]

Wow. Elizabeth, Brent, this was a fantastic conversation to witness! Thank you so much for sharing it. I was a fan of you both before watching. I’m a much bigger fan now. Thank you for taking the time and sharing so much of yourselves with us!

[@eabtx]

Great interview, Elizabeth! I've seen Shinedown about a dozen times in different states and countries. They never disappoint. Many bands say they have a lead singer, but I've heard the members of Shinedown say they have "a Brent." Amazing singer and so dynamic.

[@jasondayton1581]

I saw Shinedown in the mid 2000s (long hair days) and again in 2018...great shows...powerful vocals. His stuff as "Smith and Myers" is absolutely phenomenal.

[@cludowig]

Such a brilliant interview! Very interesting, inspiring, emotional, very worthwhile. Thank you Brent & Elizabeth!

[@batonrouge6446]

If any of you good folks really want to be floored check out the living room live version. Absolutely beyond incredible. (Shinedown Simple Man in my house) Just Wow!

[@davidward588]

Brent Smith is s hero to so many! Thank you for that bro❤

[@travisreynoldsmusic]

I've NEVER been roped into an interview and couldn't stop watching and listening. Elizabeth's admiration for music and singing is toxic and a pleasure to watch!!! Brent has been my Fav since 2002.

[@Michael777Simmons]

Start with the album Sound of Madness because that's when the band changed.. They are 2 different sounds Before & After Sound of Madness. Awesome on both side of this wall of musical light. Before was Shinedown after is a Shiny'er band. Respectfully, a little more commercial. Both giving to music and the future of it. Yet Brent's venture into Smith & Myers has given new space and awesome creativity to a musician that refuses is get stale. Oh and let's not over look the fact he knows how to pick the best in talent to share his light. I.E. Zach Myers.

[@danielcapece782]

Shinedown is so influential! I have not heard one bad song from them

[@bodazaphfa]

What a great interview! Thank you Elizabeth and Brent. I’ve been a Shinedown fan since 2008.

[@boldcitymike]

I'm just now watching this after seeing your breakdown of "Simple Man" and wow, where do I begin?! I'm from Jacksonville, Florida, I live 2 minutes from Ronnie Van Zant's childhood home and went to the same high school as Ronnie and Gary Rossington. I also went to middle school & high school with a buddy who was a drummer in a local band, which.. long story short, were good friends with the guys in Shinedown being they're also from here. I was AT that show at Freebird Live when Shinedown played that cover of "Simple Man." That buddy of mine's band opened up for them and we all hung out the entire night. Brent is 100% genuinely EXACTLY like this, there's nothing artificial about him at all. Brent, Jason, Brad and Barry, the original lineup, were a blended group of musicians who were in other bands, but came together and created something really magical. I never imagined I'd ever see Brent talk about those early days in an interview, but I'm beyond floored to be watching this and just wanted to come by and share a little from what I experienced. Also, if you've read this long, PLEASE look up Shinedown Simple Man Welcome to Rockville for a nice surprise ☺

[@barbbalaska4420]

I have been a Shinedown fan since "Us And Them" and this interview was BRILLIANT! Thank you!🖤

[@nightmusic8]

This was a freaking cool interview. Love Brent for the person he is. Need to rewind and watch this whole interview soon. Also very curious about what happened with the other 2 hours of chat you didn’t get to use..

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

:-) That footage goes in a vault.

[@jm860421]

Brent is one of the greatest vocalist on the rock scene ever, neve stops amaze me when listening to a live version and it sounds close to better than the studio verision. THE best!

[@jd_portland]

That guy seems so down to earth and obviously a great talent! Would love to meet him someday