Underoath Video Interview 2011

[@MeLlamoBradly]

"Good God, if your song leaves our lips If your work leaves our hands Then we will be wanderers and vagabonds They will stare and see how empty we are...."

[@johnnybenavides033]

Love this verse ❤️

[@kerrylover85]

Underoath got me through some bad times in my life and thank you Spencer and Underoath for making awesome through out the years of my youth

[@IAmMattLewis]

This is one of the best Underoath interviews I've seen yet. Good questions.

[@ConArdist]

Terrific interview. I loved the up-front questions. There were no barriers with this interview, and it touched upon a lot of subjects that interviewers usually steer clear from. Thanks, Bringthenoise!

[@Sabrandfaith]

underoath is so influential on my life

[@bolleslander]

I love how he mentions Michael W. Smith. Haha.

[@wallyfunk1987]

The man's being honest and telling the truth about how he feels. Good on him!

[@06a09]

this guy seems so down to earth and genuine.

[@Emanuelskatee]

changing of the times is terrific

[@himaxdvd]

This guy doesn't talk shit, he get's to the point. He is not a liar. He is by far still a massive christian influence as he is down to earth. He doesn't rub his faith in your face. He is honest, upfront, and confronting. If only 'actual' christians could be as forward.

[@sammnunnally777d]

I am Christian literally because of his scream in some with seek forgiveness. that song has been my anthem for almost 3 years now (January 20th) I will never, ever doubt spencers heart or actions. without him I would probably not be a christian today. and I know that true for a lot of people (Ross Kenyon ex confide vocalist) He never said he wasn't a christian. He said he loved music. and he is pretty freakin great at making it. love underoath!

[@metinyfoot]

he is awesome.. im in love with spencer since i was 16 :D

[@ramathorn6]

i love underoath!!

[@VeraGracetube]

He has such a level perspective on everything. Huge respect for that. I don't think Underoath have changed too much since Aaron left, the new album is probably my favourite of theirs. I think Spencer is a brilliant vocalist, both singing and screaming. They have such a massive influence on our music too.

[@Roflmao0001]

One cannot be big headed by turning to a worship/gospel band. The whole idea behind worship music is humility and praise

[@Doplg]

Great interview. Nobody should be angry at what he said. You should be happy for him and Underoath.

[@RADiR3L4ND]

I fucking love Spencer's honesty.

[@J_P_B]

Great music.

[@para_bellum_1984]

Sounds to me like Spencer's true religion is Music. And whether he's aware of it or not, that is something I personally can appreciate more than anything else. Spencer is a true artist. I hope he can keep on doing what he does best for the rest of his life.

[@copyright12222111155]

Underoath's newest album is the best one they've released. They've broke through that emo/screamo barrier that was keeping them back for so long. Daniel Davison (Underoath's new drummer and former drummer for Norma Jean) is a GREAT addition to the band.

[@777DHUO777]

i like how when he said "if there is a God," everyone stopped listening and assumed he wasn't a christian.

[@highradicals]

i like how he answers about the part in 10 22 i think best describes how i love music too but ya in my own way with lyrics

[@gogears567]

Spencer, God gave you those talents so that you could spread His name. Praying for you dude.

[@ludvigottosson8023]

I gained so much respect for Spencer in this interview. I'm atheist but I respect peoples choices in life so I think it's awesome that he isnt pushing it in peoples throats.

[@adufresne1]

"We make better records without him, and him without us." All he is saying is that they had opposing styles and it was holding both of their writing back, and that both Aaron and UO are making better music now without that resistance.

[@imricck]

so many years i stood up for underoath telling my parents , ppl from church, that u guys were really christians... now im 22yo and ive been listening to underoath since changing of times... and well sadly i was wrong about you guys.. obviously Aaron was the only real christian there.. and im glad he left the band.. for good..

[@MuSiKmaN94deroo]

Aaron and Spencer was the reason i listened to this band. Without Aaron now, i only like them half as much as i used to.

[@JessicaFox93]

Spencer is amazing, he gives me hope that Religious people aren't all idiots. Plus he is completely honest, this is the most epic quality in an artist!

[@aaronc777]

This interview is filled with bitterness towards Gillespie and an agnostic view of existence. You can tell that Spencer is unsure of his own beliefs and I'm glad he finally cleared the air whether or not they are a "Christian Band." This really answers a lot of questions as to why Gillespie is no longer with Underoath and I applaud him for walking away. That being said, while UO still makes great music, it's not the same. Aaron's voice cannot be replaced in their music.

[@dianaaguilar777]

i think hes on point about everything:)

[@bolleslander]

There you have it, "I'm not the one judging people, and I shouldn't be, and neither should you." 13:09 Choose your words carefully people.

[@EgoKllR54]

OH yea I WAS AT THE ALASKA SHOW!!! FUCKING AMAZING!

[@frogbeergolfgolf]

Remember when you lost a best friend even though you went through about everything together wether it was you that cut the ties or not? It's the same thing here. Over glorifying them to not understand what they're going through is ridiculous. They're people like you and me and we lose some friends and gain new ones. What DID work no longer works, I'm sure we've all gone through this experience.

[@christopherjames2011]

Spencer's my hero! I love his honesty and I've heard him sing live and he is a great front man, not quite as good as me! Hes still great

[@pkdrummer95]

I love Spencer, I love this band, I love Aaron. I love their hearts and really lead me to faith in Jesus Christ, it's interesting the mixed feelings I get from this interview. They really do show God in a different way that connects to a lot of different people, especially atheists like what I used to be. It is refreshing to see someone who has faith in God but not in your face about it, but at the same time you do need to do what you've gotta do as someone who follows the gospel, and this kind

[@friik182]

i remembered their shows where before "writting on walls" Spencer will come forward and say that he stands at that stage in Jesus name...

[@robbertboon1985]

I Respect Spencer! A proper musician!!!

[@InTheory123]

Continued from above (I had a lot to say. After all, there's quite a bit in the interview): And about his comments on religion, I think that UO still spreads a positive message, they just don't preach. And I can completely relate to his situation - I consider myself religious, but I, like many, began to play music for the love of music. The love for God came into my life later, for I had to find it for myself.

[@lenchmobbof1]

i love arron but true fans wont stop listening turst us spence we love you

[@camspivey1]

He has the perfect outlook on life in my opinion and the same I have. Don't judge people for what they believe in. And don't try to force someone into a religion. I have much more respect for someone like that rather then someone that says you're wrong and going to hell for having a drink or cussing..

[@Dan-Payne]

I feel exactly the same way as this guy about Religion and music. I'm a Christian, but I do music because I love it.

[@EZYves]

@bebop0409 OMGD!!! Thank you! Thank you! I'm glad at least someone gets it!

[@camspivey1]

"We all write songs about life, we just sing them different. You sing the words but you don't know the song, And you expect us all to sing along, how selfish"

[@IFight4God]

I like Underoath. Old and New. Whether or not they don't have Aaron, doesn't affect the great music they've made

[@Deathandbliss]

LOl idc what anyone says im still a underoath fan i ve listened to their old shit nd their new shit spencer is a real down to earth guy nd he just said its not our place to judge people i hope they come to new york soon =\

[@HaginHenderson]

"I hope if there is a God we didn't piss him off too much". Wooowwwwwwww, I'm blown away right now.

[@watermelonygoodness]

This was a great interview I think.

[@andythedrummer89]

I love Spencer's honesty in his interview. He made some good points that really showcase that this band is not the same as it once was before (or that I assumed it was). This interview should make it clear to everybody who Underoath is, and was. Even though some of his responses may have seemed harsh, it's plain to see there were some skeletons to confess. They may not be the "greatest" christian dudes, but they are a great band/artists.

[@beckylilly7697]

So true!

[@Mannymustdrainyou]

ha i do have both of those eps!

[@Ocelot911]

TBH underoaths new stuff without aaron is just as good with aaron. They are both different but you cannot deny the greatness of the new album. Spencer has defintely stepped up to the plate and continues to get better and better. And if you have seen underoath live then you'll understand the greatness this band has with or without aaron.

[@TheDeadlySinsPS3]

Spencer Chamberlin is amazing When will they start a new album?

[@NatVellacottMusic]

the way spencer said the sentence about "if there is a God". the context that he used is like speaking to the interviewer not being a christian.

[@dontforgetthedream]

comfortable is a dangerous place to be, you should always being pressing forward in life.

[@Aloubin]

see guys the changing of times (first album) and acts of depression and cries of the past (only eps, somebody must change that in wikipedia) famous since they're only chasing safety (second album)

[@prodigalson56]

I agree with you, you're either hot or cold...there is no middle ground (and if you're cold, ask God to send you that fire again)

[@WhiteWalls75]

10:49- to be honest, i get the same feeling when i listen to Pink Floyd and led zeppelin than when i listen to underoath. so to Spencer, you've completed your goal in my eyes

[@Interestingenough4]

Fair enough. I was just expressing my own perspective. I have listened to samples of "The Changing of Times", so I was basing my critiques on that.

[@ameagher45]

Flyleaf has the best answer to this question, whether or not you like Flyleaf: "Well, you know what? I don’t know what you mean by a “Christian rock band.” It’s hard to say that because people all have a different definition of what that means. If it means that we’re Christians, then yeah, we’re Christians, but if a plumber’s a Christian, does that make him a “Christian plumber?” I mean we’re not playing for Christians. We’re just playing honestly and that’s going to come out."

[@EZYves]

@himaxdvd I know right?! That's what I was saying! I know every show I've gone to see underOATH, he always puts himself out there for his fans and is always open about his faith. Also when I went to Warped Tour one year, I got to met him and the rest of the band (highlight of the whole event mind you), and he and the others were soo personable, soo humble. Like he doesn't put himself on a pedestal like most musicians do!

[@MeLlamoBradly]

@Degslon a lot of people are disappointed because this band was very inspiring and led these people to Christianity... that's the main reason why a lot of people are upset. It bothers me too, but I do agree with you. I am glad he is honest and not pretending to be something he's not.

[@adayinforever]

@MeLlamoBradly Good point he did say when asked if he could give himself a piece of advice at the time he joined Underoath it would be to not do drugs, possibly hinting it's a problem he is still dealing with.

[@t9g1239]

So give glory to God because without Him we wouldn't even exist

[@Roflmao0001]

Eric Gregson from Sleeping Giant is also a pastor. Also Tommy is the coolest dude I have ever met in my life

[@guitartedoutlaw]

I think some of you guys are taking this to the extreme. He even goes to say their hearts are in the same place. He says that he'll share his beliefs all day, he just loves music. When he mentions "if there is God we didn't piss him off too much" he might also just be going through doubts. It's normal. The best thing you can do is pray for him. His relationship with Christ is his business, not ours. Everyone is already judging him and that's what he says disappoints him, it's up to God, not us

[@jadenbasco]

anyone who sees spencer in this interview and hears him disrespect god is out of their mind for supporting him and agreeing that he's "still christian".

[@DavidTodor]

I loved underoath not only because they were a great band, but because the message behind the music was amazing. This video killed it completely for me. Since they are not considered a christian band, there is nothing that keeps me attached to them. If I want to listen to cool unchristian music, there is Lamb of God, Rammestin etc. It was awesome to see a Christian band perform so well, but Spencer basically denounced everything Underoath stood for in the past.

[@pabloYTC]

agreed 100% with everything you said bro.

[@MeLlamoBradly]

@111whitepony111 in my experience it has made me stronger. Questioning and building a firm foundation is better than just mindlessly accepting

[@WhenPigsFly741]

spencers not at all saying hes not christian, hes just saying they arent a christian band

[@GuitarGuy22221]

I'm unsure about Spencer's personal thoughts, but my opinion: Give glory where glory is due.

[@ryanl7987]

@sophos34 agree 100%. Took a few listens to get into, but it is by far my favorite now.

[@EpicFork]

i cant imagine what it is going to sound like If UØ's next record is better than disambiguation.

[@bigtakeshi]

As someone who's a personal friend of Aaron Gillespie, I know for a fact that he was not the sole reason UO were a "Christian" band. He left because he felt God had a different calling than in Underoath and like Spencer says in this interview that was pretty evident. Aaron doesn't doubt the UO guys faith and I stand with him in that. Underoath wasn't and isn't a bad thing. Aaron's issue in Underoath were his personal issues, not about UO. Underoath still loves Jesus.

[@Selenzr]

Also For Today is a christian metalcore band and Mattie talks about God just about every show. I've actually seen videos of him preaching at concerts.

[@honson7]

Sharing Christ with people isn't judging them, Spence.

[@prodigalson56]

That doesn't matter, I'd rather listen to people that are okay musicians but filled with The Holy Spirit... Underoath are leading people down a dangerous road; I see no difference between these guys and Deicide spiritually.

[@johnhimura1000]

i really believe that aaron made what underoath used to be called a christian band.. i mean before before long ago when underoath was "one" like with dallas taylor and Aaron they were the very root of what underoath was IMO.. but now theyre arnt anymore but props to spencer for being an honest person its rare to see such people nowadays

[@salgueddie]

and visualizing what you want until you get it ("The Secret" type thing), which at the same time matches the quantum mechanics theories of physics that we create our realities by wanting and mentalizing things because at the smallest scale of things, at sub-atomic scales everything is chaotic and possible, which allows the changing of the realities on bigger scales. Also god be in every living creature, in all of us, in life itself,,we could have our own gods in each of us.....

[@MattNicholson7]

How can you say you know God and say things like, 'i hope we didn't !^%# Him off'? Praying for you Spencer, you are in a position of great authority

[@111whitepony111]

it's weird that he says that the dynamic didn't work.. because it obviously did. they wrote 3 amazing records together... and they always seemed to get along great in past interviews and on stage. they even said they all loved each other. spencer struggling with drugs may have driven a wedge between them.... i'm not sure. i don't think him saying 'we write better records without him' is bad though.. that's just what he believes is true.

[@RichardIsAlive]

@metaltildeath4eva you get like ten thousand thumbs up. holy shit, i love you broski.

[@GuitarGuy22221]

I love UnderOath. There's a lot of truth being said, but at the same time, I love music, but I play music to share the gifts that God gave me because HE is the one who gave them to me. Music is a sacred, sacred thing, and it's blessed by God. Theres nothing wrong with entertaining people or putting on a good show, but I know at the end of the day the only reason I do this is because of the man Jesus Christ who loves me. To me, there's no reason to play music if there was no God. It's all His.

[@NarGuilhermeReal]

Exactly

[@DubCha25]

when emotions dominate things you know/believe to be TRUE. and if they think that the words shared in this video will not meet a mixed response, then this is wrong. I pray for Spencer A LOT. and my personal opinion is that the words coming from his mouth are from a place of not being spiritually kept in check and being pruned and growing within a body of believers. MANY "Christian" bands need to get into a "Congregation" to help them stay sharp and grow... and many Christian bands who do not

[@joeymoehlenkamp1097]

You could see the pain in Spencer eyes

[@AndThenCameThenC]

@BlueFluidStudios in some ways i can agree with you dude, but in all seriousness with LITSOS its kinda like you could hear how much aaron held them back with how good disambiguation is. but with that being said i looooooove the guitar work more than anything in that album (LITSOS). Tim NEVER fails to please

[@EpicFork]

@Madichamp Think of it, aaron wanted to do his sound and the rest wanted a different sound, now look what they are doing now. its good. they all get what they want. we are just fans.

[@MeLlamoBradly]

@thecreationoflife hence the question mark at the end of "They NEVER sang songs about Jesus or God?"... I was asking this person what band they were listening to... I agree with you...

[@TheCDVigil]

@Jesusrocks84 This doesn't mean that he's any less Christian. He just said it in that way so that he's not forcing his view on anyone. You may disagree with the way he went about it, and maybe he shouldn't have gone about it in that way but all you need to do is listen to the music and that should be enough evidence of Spencer's faith.

[@notclayreeves]

imo this is great. i'm glad to see aaron gone as well. i agree with what he said..pretty much about everything and being a fan you could kinda see that aaron was holding them back from doing what they want..you could also see that they aren't a christian band like so many label them. i never thought of them as a christian band either.

[@salgueddie]

of a God, but this God be anything. It could be all they say and it could be nothing like what they say, it could be a being or a group of them, it could be alive or just "there"....it could also be benevolent universal energy that flows amongst us, especially when we long for it in the form of praying, wishing, wanting, hoping, being positive about some thing or just plain mental repetition,,,if you think of it, it matches the idea of praying and seeing results and also longing and

[@Ricky11435]

actually you should not question on your faith or doubt thats spells trouble

[@BlueFluidStudios]

In my opinion defining the great line was their best album and I didn't like the album after that but after Aaron left their new album was better than Lost in the Sound of Separation. I freaking loved Aaron's voice and his drumming, but I think after Lost in the Sound of Separation he felt he needed to leave and in some ways I'm glad he did because the new album is much better than Lost in the Sound of Separation, and Aaron's music is awesome and so is Underoaths, love both styles of music.

[@iamtheSoup]

If you love music and you love God, you should automatically be drawn to share God through your music. That's what I do. I share my music for both reasons. Of course I want to play because I love to play but I also feel drawn to share God through the music I love to play.

[@jakehobbs]

wow.

[@Interestingenough4]

Spencer Chamberlain > Dallas Taylor (vocally and talent-wise) I like that Dallas Taylor had a more Christian-based outlook (unlike Spencer, as indicated in this interview), but Dallas' voice on their first major album really drove me nuts. Spencer Chamberlain's voice, to me, was so much better in about every way, shape, and form.

[@InTheory123]

So many points he made are the cold hard truth: One, so many bands have got on the bandwagon with labeling themselves a Christian band. And think about this: they have been badgered constantly about Aaron, and Spencer finally spoke the truth. In some sense, it's like a bad divorce-you will always love you ex in some way but it's time for you both to move on. I think that's what he was getting at when he spoke of Aaron's departure. NO ONE WILL KNOW WHAT THE TENSION IN THE BAND WAS REALLY LIKE.

[@TrixR4Trey]

he starts saying about how they will tell you about them selves if you ask, but then he starts saying IF there is a God like all of a sudden he is questioning himself.

[@StanDew]

@IlluminatourRS He is speaking in hypotheticals...