The Front Bottoms: Fairbanks, Alaska (Official Video)

[@toddschmidt5703]

I really appreciate the line about people high fiving and freaking out over seeing the northern lights. My first time seeing them was at a bar in Homer, AK. A band was playing, and somebody runs in from outside of the bar and yells, "HEY EVERYBODY THE LIGHTS ARE OUT!!!" and it was like lifting a needle up off a record. The entire bar cleared out, the band stopped playing, and everybody sat in the parking lot on the hoods of their cars just enjoying the greens, pinks, and purple ribbons dancing across the sky. Plenty of people whistled, hooted, hollered, and just all around had an excellent time. Once the aurora died down, everybody shuffled back inside the bar, the band started playing again, and it was business as usual. Truly a magical experience.

[@RebornLegacy]

Beautiful story man.

[@beau9220]

this is a great story, made my day.

[@travytravtrav]

Love this story. Made my day.

[@AvitalShtap]

What a human moment, like we're all one big tribe of humans again :)

[@johnplayzguitar1118]

Was the bar the salty dog cause that’s my favorite place to stop in at when I take the ferry from kodiak on my way to anchorage

[@skywing5051]

I really cannot overstate how much I love this band

[@halfmyhome8234]

Same

[@ettttteruca]

God, me too. Have been listening to them since 2015... They have been my fav band since. ill love ya forever guys im in love with your music and the vibes its got

[@Latka.Gravas]

SAME SIS SAME

[@bikeybill]

overstate how much you love this band right now

[@skywing5051]

@@bikeybill I simply cannot find the words to do so, sorry to disappoint you

[@calabria30]

This song really reminds me of my home town F A I R B A N K S, A L A S K A

[@R0D5DP]

lol!!!

[@CaveDDECanem]

Alaskan pride for life homie!

[@kellielynn3856]

Y’all

[@isaacfenigsohn3839]

Haha, its the gold dredge at the start and northern lights over the pipeline that got me.

[@Givens43]

It reminds me of my hometown too. P H I L A D E L P H I A, P E N N S Y L V A N I A. Not sure why.

[@tony.aces1991]

I feel nostalgic about a place I've never visited

[@gage3180]

That's called ✨serotonin✨

[@cassandrasmith9004]

“I love places I’ve never been, I love the idea of places I’ll never go.”

[@spaghettispaghetti3956]

the big man in the sky reminds me of brian sella from the front bottoms

[@strawberry.lex__8329]

Brian is God

[@stickywickett3572]

really? i dont see it.

[@wokesalmon6933]

I think it’s Jesus get your eyes checked

[@wrmz333]

i liked this comment before i watched the video 😂 i was like yeah i like the idea of brain as god

[@jax7267]

Ain't that just nifty?

[@SmashCubeGaming]

Its so strange how much this band's unique sound has come to define my adolescence. From rocking out to Joanie under a bridge drinking cheap cider out of the bottle at age 15 to playing Camoflage whilst decorating my front room with my fiance at age 21

[@theworstpear6080]

this video has good vibes

[@kikoonthemove]

TFB has a lot of people who haven’t seen the northern lights in years crying in the club right now

[@AK_allday_907]

Fr man I miss it. I lived there for 15 years and even then no matter what you never missed an opportunity to see the lights.

[@wholesalewhale]

@@AK_allday_907 Man I miss Alaska too. Hope to go back someday soon. It would have been a great place to sit out this pandemic and generally shit year.

[@dusknightwings7821]

I want to go someday. Who knows when though.

[@sethamphetaminess]

This band is becoming like a religion almost. Advising me on how to live my life. "Its all about giving what you got to someone else."

[@Latka.Gravas]

Yes the lyrics omfg 🙌🙌🙌

[@nickdebone6744]

That’s what NA is for

[@khaihoe6174]

AIDS

[@sethamphetaminess]

@@khaihoe6174 what about it

[@khaihoe6174]

Seth Amphetaminess it's all about giving what you got to someone else

[@4kitani]

Just when you thought TFB couldn’t get any better they go and post another great song like this-

[@gaybeans7498]

This is a certified bop but the latest stuff has been kind hit and miss tho

[@4kitani]

Gay beans || Yeah, I know. :/

[@zwinky588]

@@gaybeans7498 y'all trippin. Camouflage, Montgomery forever, and everyone blooms all slap.

[@jennyralgrievous6192]

The boys are back with anxiety soothing tunes 👌

[@cjbeckwith1708]

As a Lifelong Alaskan and a TFB fan for as long as I can remember... my life is now complete

[@jordanberries6598]

This band has done nothing but bring me joy and emotions I wish I could thank everyone of them....THANK YOU GUYS

[@mjmsdcs]

Found Alaska tourism authority’s new theme song.

[@elliewilliams4118]

The Alaskan Tourism Authority's theme song is a soundtrack into the wild

[@emo4149]

Nah the anthem of Alaska and the tourists who travel there is still the soundtruck "into the wild" it was and will remain so

[@Tinybonesart]

It’s so nice being from Alaska and seeing this it means so much to me I feel like crying

[@zacharyseay3089]

i did, i want to go home so bad

[@daniel.santos]

I feel like I'm being followed. I found TFB years ago when they played at Quinnipiac University. Maps and Flashlight were the soundtrack of my early college years. I grew up in RI and was stoked to have a song named after our tiny state. Now I live in Fairbanks, and feel very flattered that one of my favorite bands keeps making music for me.

[@missmikyb]

vibes are immaculate

[@oliviapasquarelli99]

Inspired by other comments here to share my Northern Lights story. I was a camp counselor in Northern Minnesota. One night, a counselor ran into our lodge where we would hang out after the kids had gone to bed to let us know that the Northern Lights were out. Everyone ran out and stared at the sky in wonder, high-fiving and freaking out. After a short deliberation, we decided to wake up all the kids in their cabins to go outside and look at the lights. We decided that for some of them it may be their only chance to see something so beautiful, and didn't want to deprive them of the experience. They were confused and groggy when we dragged them out of bed, but as soon as they saw the sky, their faces lit up from the magic. Some of them cried. Some of us cried. It was one of the best memories of my life.

[@kevinjohnson1088]

I'll always remember riding the carriage trails in bar harbour Maine In the fall with my new wife to this song. Beautiful song.

[@user-hn5zw8nq9m]

im glad i exist at the same time as this band

[@leoheartstrings4720]

Just moved to AK and this came up on my recommended videos. It was so cold and I haven't seen the dreamy lights. Feels like the vibe of this song.

[@leoheartstrings4720]

Still haven't seen the lights who the hell do I think I am

[@jaimeeashley]

Thank you for this :,) it’s giving such good “having fun with friends” summer vibes and like covid19 has cancelled all my plans for trips to see my friends and this song made me feel weirdly comforted ?? Also it’s just a bop.

[@sethamphetaminess]

My friend mason always says tfb has the summertime vibe all the time. Hes right. Just like summer time having fun

[@jackiel.5805]

2:54 That's a really cute polka dot bikini she has on

[@ZachisntReal]

She looks so sexy, I bet she speaks a little french

[@welp-help5534]

@@ZachisntReal i bet she spent two hole semesters drinking wine

[@madocofcatarina7190]

@@welp-help5534 While I was stuck in Jersey, trying to save some money...

[@hazelandcats]

Madoc Of Catarina guess we’re just another thing she left behind

[@jackiel.5805]

@@ZachisntReal I bet she knows goodbye at least

[@devvihummel4840]

I just moved back home to Pennsylvania from Fairbanks, Alaska. This brought back so many fond memories of my time there. I love this band even more now ❤🙏🏼

[@5MilesMusic]

My hometown Fairbanks! I saw alot of people I know in this video, good work 👍

[@jeremiahkingston6101]

I hope this means that TFB are gonna play some shows in Alaska soon!

[@kylekalmbach]

Wait they filmed a video, but haven't toured? Wow fuck that.

[@ephybateman8508]

@@kylekalmbach They played here a couple years ago, I think UAF brought them up.

[@kylekalmbach]

@@ephybateman8508 UAF would be a show, not a tour. 😉 But good enough for me haha!

[@isaacfenigsohn3839]

@@ephybateman8508 Holy shit really?! Shame I started undergrad last year :( Also with the new budget I doubt UAF can afford our programs let alone a band haha

[@ephybateman8508]

@@isaacfenigsohn3839 Yeah, by way of the Concert Board and the student radio station KSUA. You'd be surprised, some of those concerts are funded in part by the student life fee, so if you want to get involved there are ways you can have some input. I started volunteering at the radio station my first semester...uh, over 10 years ago, and still go back to DJ from time to time. This year is weird with covid shutdowns, but it's a fun way to get involved.

[@milliedickey8710]

I lived in Fairbanks for three years while my dad was stationed there and I kinda miss it after this song

[@tomk4484]

Fairbanks is chill. VERY chill.

[@ScantilyCladPlatypus]

this video makes me smile so much and just gives me memories about how great that night was when I saw y'all in Fairbanks and went to that party, just some real happiness

[@vagabondjohn2004]

Fairbanks,, "the armpit of AK" Been here 20 years now.. maybe im just in to armpits... cool tune, thanks,, wish there was more.. i miss the Loon.....

[@mirandairaheta4058]

My husband and I have been considering moving to Alaska in the near future. This song just felt like a sign that we need to go.

[@sethamphetaminess]

Do it! I, a random stranger, supports you!

[@CaveDDECanem]

As long as you dont mind the drug shit thats been on a rise the past few years youll be fine. I recommend juneau or anchorage If you like trails wide open scenery and mountain ranges

[@kylekalmbach]

How do you plan to contribute if you move? What will you bring with you too benefit Alaska? And it's not the drug addicts faults it's the failings of a conservative government. That being said. It's winter for 5 months in Alaska. You have maybe 2 months of good sunny days. And it's quite common to go all summer with no sun.

[@mirandairaheta4058]

Kyle Kalmbach I am currently working towards my masters in school counseling.

[@mirandairaheta4058]

MINDSET OF AN ALASKAN thank you for the recommendations!

[@clairenotbear8810]

born and raised in wasilla alaska, moved to oregon about 6 months ago and this video made me cry so hard

[@goodguygav4522]

Long haired Brian is back.

[@MicahRion]

+

[@kurtbusness6508]

I love this state and this band

[@Mayyde]

i want what this video has so badly

[@aidan6924]

the vibes bruh

[@leegornik8656]

Glad I found this great song, thanks wilby :)

[@luvmufvin5752]

change all you want, cus you will never not be honest and beautiful in your music

[@oinkawasaltyshima3590]

You already I’m gonna have this song blasting on repeat on my speaker everytime I shower

[@Isimarie]

I’m super hyped for a new album! This is already a great start!

[@d.o.n.t.l.o.o.k]

goosebumps. over and over again

[@brggghhh]

definitely adding this to my spotify playlist

[@cloroxwipestastefunny1653]

*KZbin: 10 comments* Uhh, can I see them? *KZbin: nO*

[@patrickneeley8077]

I'm about 10 years too late for this band, but better late than never.

[@akbychoice]

Alaska will always be home no matter how far I roam.

[@julii9436]

Lyrics: I'm here to certify that I am an official member Of the latitude 66 Aurora Borealis life Good stuff is happening all around me People are high-fiving People are freaking out... I haven't checked my time and I haven't checked my mind Since I saw the northern lights in Fairbanks, Alaska I will keep you posted the same way you keep me posted It's all about giving what you got to someone else But I don't think it's fair that I got stuck here having surgery For something that you did to me While you get to run around... I haven't checked my time and I haven't checked my mind Since I saw the northern lights in Fairbanks, Alaska Fairbanks, Alaska... When I die fall to pieces, who the hell, do I think I am Close my eyes feel release and who the hell, do I think I am When I die fall to pieces, close my eyes, feel release And when you look me in the eyes Who the hell, do I think I am Do I think I am When the river freezes over, I will drive across Fairbanks, Alaska But now it's never cold enough, so I am forever lost Fairbanks, Alaska When the river freezes over, I will drive across Fairbanks, Alaska But now it's never cold enough, so I am forever lost Fairbanks, Alaska I haven't checked my time Fairbanks, Alaska And I haven't checked my mind Fairbanks, Alaska Since I saw the northern lights Fairbanks, Alaska Since I saw the northern lights Fairbanks, Alaska

[@Victoryayaya]

When I tell you I’m crying, I mean it. This is such a cute song :)))

[@BradenCarlsonAutos]

Been waiting for this since the Summer Shandy video

[@kaise5315]

It seems I always find a deep personal connection with the lyrics of the newer TFB songs,, i cant wait for this album its gonna be Amazing

[@Jason-vm7bg]

Love the front bottoms. Best band ever. Great song. Can’t wait for the drive in concerts!!!

[@spitjunki]

if this band gets cancelled i will bawl my eyes out. they are probably my biggest comfort band, their music is always so oddly familiar to me. and their consistency is incredible

[@---tk4rp]

there’s been way too many bands/artists i love recently being cancelled. it hurts hearing about the things people myself and many others have looked up to have done.

[@waterwraith1189]

Yeah ☹️☹️

[@TwistinFool]

So you're telling me I should visit fairbanks Alaska?

[@clementine8970]

D O I T YOU WONT REGRET IT

[@Latka.Gravas]

Yes dude

[@geraldturner4770]

Best summers in the Multiverse.

[@AK_allday_907]

Do it, be here summer solstice and watch a outdoor baseball game in the middle of the night, run in the midnight sun marathon, then party hop the hundreds of all night parties.

[@cyber_eternal]

Yes, you won't be seeing northern lights if you go there in the summer like these guys did though lol. 24/7 daylight in the summer, slowly turns to 24/7 darkness in the winter, both seasons are amazing

[@penningtonlovesyou]

This made me cry thank you I wanna go back

[@radthesnake]

This made me so homesick. I miss Alaska

[@Mariacastillo-yw2cj]

TFB is the band you listen to just vibe and chill and enjoy the moment

[@breanna2638]

This is so beautiful

[@huejbols994]

This makes me wanna visit this so-called paradise fairbanks

[@junda17]

This dudes can't make a bad song, a song that my soul can't get, thank you dudes. Really, thank you.

[@aurenofark]

this song and video just have the best vibes

[@MrFairbanksak1]

I recognize several places in this music video. It's my hometown after all.

[@mintrose983]

As an Alaskan, I get excited when Alaska is mentioned. Imagine my joy when a whole ass song by one of my favourite bands whole theme is my home town.

[@BYOFS]

thank you TFB

[@cyber_eternal]

*sings about the northern lights in Alaska* *makes the video them being there during 24/7 daylight*

[@funnyfather771]

Been to Alaska twice and this video/song makes me want to go back so badly!

[@devinh8948]

That Snowing shirt is the business though.

[@zachlol2]

NO WAY I CAME HERE BECAUSE I JUST LIKE TFB BUT WILBUR LIKES THIS SONG⁉️ POGCHAMP!!!

[@savedname9959]

Wilbur gave me a recommendation, took me a few days to get to it. But I am glad to see he has good taste.

[@asteroidesesteroides]

the violins are so good on this album, great addition

[@jakegrice5853]

Loving a song I haven't even listened to yet, that's how much I love TFB :) Edit: yeah i lived for those four minutes

[@sethamphetaminess]

Lmao same. Just from that clip they posted I was singing fairbanks alaska all day yesterday

[@number2withmacsauce]

Im here early and yes im proud of that, be proud of me. I'm super excited for a new album I hope i can see you guys live soon performing this new record.

[@daniel.santos]

Totally butt hurt that I moved to Fairbanks and didn't know one of my favorite bands we're filming a music video.

[@stefanfella5736]

So amazing!

[@cherrybeugaus8438]

Ouch it hurts so good

[@lonely_bones_boi]

this song means so much to me as someone who grew up in Alaska and started listening to the front bottoms before i moved out. i cried when i listened to this song for the first time.

[@tiumalualii]

I'm totally in this. ALso FUNTIMES!!!!! nice work all--love it.

[@iwantwafflefries7599]

Immaculate vibes.... Another great one

[@jackdean6300]

Good song

[@xxrush420xx]

Looks like I’ll be going to Fairbanks this winter!!

[@graypaw123]

dont go in the winter, go in march. everything is closed in the winter and most people cant handle -30 and the darkness for 20+ hrs a day. memorial day (may) everything opens up but it’s a bit too far out to see the northern lights (by june it’s 23+ hrs of daylight). depending on what you want to go for either march or april for scenery, or may for actual places

[@BrandonStewartCS]

I like this band.

[@helenenichtfischer6181]

this makes me... miss humans?

[@selenekitsune8641]

GOOD VIBES

[@jle238]

Another great song by a band that has gotten me through a lot! Keep up the great work!

[@ottaboyrei]

so many familiar faces!! god sometimes I hate living here, but y'all captured the positive vibes so well

[@Zoe-fd8ll]

The eye part was so cool!!! As was the rest of the video, that too ❤️

[@joshua765mundy]

THEY DO IT EVERY SINGLE TIME

[@neros12346]

needed this today. thanks, tfb.

[@AdamTheWorker]

Again, this song is like talking to me.

[@slayingcube8805]

tfb songs do that to you dude

[@hannahgoldman8167]

God i love them

[@kerry5769]

Starting my day with new Front Bottoms😍😍😍

[@pyro8184]

WILBY

[@ScottsSlasherWorld]

Love love love it!!!

[@stephysoo8644]

Ssoooo good , good vibesss

[@esteven_8771]

I loved all their releases, but it seems like this album is really a return to form, so stoked for Friday!

[@derekrobinson8955]

I will never forget the time I stumbled across TFB on the If You Make It website and made it a point to see them live. I managed to see them open for BTMI! and had the best time I've had in a long time and in a sense that night saved me from horrible depression, if even for the night. I'll never forget Matt coming up to me telling me I should give him a dollar and complying and kinda bummed when he walked away, but before the sadness crept in he returned and gave me a beer and we watched on as people were playing sex toy bingo. It was in that moment I realized this band was not only great musically, but personally as well. I've never been so stoked for a band to blow up the way that they have and its weird having this pride for them. I've never felt so connected to a band and I don't know if you guys actually read the comment section of your videos, but I want you guys to know that I love y'all and will always listen like your music is the soundtrack to my life. Keep on kicking ass!

[@ryanoneill625]

Wilba

[@traxonjackal]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME NOTHIN MAKES ME SO PROUD AS THIS MUSIC GETTING HAPPIER!!! IT MAKES ME FEEL SO GOOD!! Sad I couldn't see you guys in Detroit today... It would have been so perfect! Turning 21, August 21st, with my favorite band... You guys took my concert-virginity two years ago in grand rapids and gave me a new love for music and life. ALWAYS KEEP GOING!! TFBFOREVER!!

[@chancedudley6970]

Words cant express how much I've missed this sweet sweet sound yall create

[@Emopony330]

Top tier star gazing song wow

[@ZackAndBeard]

New album and I cannot wait!

[@TM_Benny]

153 plays later: "Yea I mean it's alright..."