When The Worship Band Is Really Into The Goo Goo Dolls

[@michaelbdayton]

My man, as a former worship leader, current worship drummer, and massive Goo Goo Dolls fan... this is so spot on. Your band humor is so perfect. Hats off.

[@Ang3l12_3D]

as a former worship drummer, former worship leader / jack of all trades in a worship band, and just fan of all music, Alex has this series down. Almost makes me think he's played in a few worship bands himself...

[@ZEROIDEAPodcast]

Hi hats off*

[@psychlops924]

@@Ang3l12_3D He said at the end of the first one of these that he was in a worship band growing up.

[@allan2oo7]

I also find It pretty impressive the amount of acuracyness.

[@chickox]

I need a whole Emo Worship album please and thank you. So incredible

[@firstcrcoostburg]

"Ascend the Hill" might be your jam

[@BrentCayson]

@@firstcrcoostburg came here to say the same thing. ATH even did a hymns album.

[@chickox]

@@firstcrcoostburg looooove Ascend the Hill

[@josuecastellon7]

ASCEND THE HILL were incredible. Blessings from El Salvador.

[@jayvee4321]

Wolves At The Gate. It may not be emo but it's hardcore, so...

[@lil_revive115]

All jokes aside, that classic “worship sound” is always so uplifting. The ambient guitars, the big drums, the powerful vocals, it all comes together for this BIG sound that I try to implement into my own song writing. I love it.

[@jessekulbe1855]

Coldplay does the same thing, it's a huge part of their sound

[@lil_revive115]

@@jessekulbe1855 hell yeah they do! I love Coldplay a lot!

[@CaraVerde]

I've learned that too, in my case, from U2.

[@lil_revive115]

@@CaraVerde yesssss. U2 is awesome!!! They do it perfectly.

[@KissellMissile]

The "joke" is that it's lazy, uncreative malaise masquerading as being uplifting.

[@Stinkydinky666]

Haven’t been a Christian for many years but I cannot deny the warm hug I get from the vibes of a worship song. It’s a very conflicting feeling lol

[@AlKydaKilla]

That is the holy sprit my friend.

[@hngloose4]

For your sake I'm glad that it isn't triggering. I know lots of folks got a lot of church hurt.

[@AlKydaKilla]

@@hngloose4 church hurt is a real problem. Far too often the church acts a lot like the Pharisees in Jesus’ day and not at all like Jesus himself.

[@asicduck]

@@AlKydaKilla I'm on the path of Satanism. Does that count?

[@AlKydaKilla]

@@asicduck I mean, that’s cool. You do you, right!

[@powboy7894]

"Ableton sounds great today". This series of "when the worship band is really into _____" may be my favorite series on youtube.

[@TheRealJohnSouth]

Ugh great idea

[@tyrennus2293]

@@TheRealJohnSouth The Ableton joke made this for me. lmao

[@iammandalore]

I'd love to hear you turn this theme around and play worship songs in the styles of other bands. Give me O Come To The Altar in the style of Paramore or something.

[@ztl0927]

This would be awesome!

[@esoterrestrial9627]

"When The Music Fades (Heart of Worship)" by State Champs.

[@cornholes]

Give me a pop punk Glorious Day.

[@maradupras7278]

i want an emo version of oceans

[@jfaub0224]

@@maradupras7278 so just the original version of Oceans? 😂

[@jessemansbridge4858]

Man this is so good! The barely audible acoustic, the stock standard drum loop, the ambient guitar, the Ableton tracks doing half the work, the extra bar into the second chorus and the 20 million bridges of the same thing. Brings a tear to the eye. Also, I don't know who the female vocalist is but definitely a welcome addition to the Alex Melton band! She smashed it.

[@hastyscorpion]

She is one of the ableton tracks

[@TheHansonkid]

@@hastyscorpion plot twist: Alex's voice is an Ableton track too.

[@drewzalo]

His wife

[@ivywoodxrecords]

Ambient guitar is great lol

[@wheredidjasongo]

well said

[@ianlotts]

Love hearing Maddie getting in on those vocals some more! Please tell her how much we love her on these!

[@MatthewMiller716]

They're amazing!

[@wish5355]

That's Maddie!? A part of me kinda wondered. She has a beautiful voice!

[@creedjm]

Seconded. Amazing!

[@relaxationmusiccertified3684]

Samedth

[@tiggins1565]

Yep we need moor

[@kurtpleavin]

I saw the Goo Goo Dolls play Iris a few years ago at Polandrock Festival whilst high as balls on MDMA surrounded by thousands of people screaming the lyrics and have to admit, this comes pretty close to that transcendent experience.

[@justintime_3]

That’s the Holy Spirit, I take that drug regularly.

[@toxicsquirrelboy]

@@justintime_3 All drugs are bad, mkay?

[@zimmejoc]

@@toxicsquirrelboy even the one the drove my cancer in remission? 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@toxicsquirrelboy]

@@zimmejoc must have been the holy spirit 😆

[@98Demon]

Great video, better comment.

[@xzavierwolgamuth9072]

As a worship director and being the weirdo at church who loves punk and hardcore. These videos always make me happy but this one in particular is so incredibly accurate with the meeting beforehand and just the rendition of the song. Makes me feel like I’m not alone especially in church world.

[@onevoiceinc]

Nah, not even. I came out of the club and hard rock scene into a megachurch stage in 2003. This video nailed it. I also was possibly the ONLY pdub musician I've ever encountered who played a Floyd Rose bridge. I weathered through all the snooty trend-seekers, and just recently I saw a Floyd Rose guitar (a Hamer) being used for the song Lion by Elevation. Rock isn't dead yet. :)

[@ThisIsChandler]

These are always a favorite haha as a worship director I find them hysterical. And the La Crox on the keyboard stand is such a nice touch haha

[@JohhnyBoy4]

The starting line ... h#ll yeah. F#ck yeah. Do The Starting Line “A Goodnight’s Sleep” or perish into thine owns flame.

[@guitardude0909]

You should do covers of old christian bands like Five Iron Frenzy, Pillar, Relient-K etc... that would be fun to watch

[@eliotdriver1100]

Sadie Hawkins Dance gone country, please!

[@jeremymenning56]

Stryper.

[@substandardtim]

@@eliotdriver1100 kzbin.info/www/bejne/eavIqH5rhdl6eNU A number of years ago someone did a whole bluegrass album of Relient K songs

[@Andy-up5fc]

@@eliotdriver1100 This was the first thing I thought of too, and I want it badly

[@rockandrollisyourmom]

It must be done.

[@jfaub0224]

As a church bassist I can confirm that lick in the last chorus was completely accurate for what we all do.

[@RatzaChewy]

Think it's pent-up emotion from having to hold back our chops in every other section of the song. (Planetshakers and the entirety of Gospel music excluded).

[@jfaub0224]

@@RatzaChewy it’s so true, anytime we would do a Planetshakers song I knew immediately 2 things, 1. My fingers would have some new callouses and 2. I needed more of me in my in ears.

[@RatzaChewy]

@@jfaub0224 I was never a fan, personally. Their music, while different, always sounded like cheddar cheese to me. Funky & tight rhythm parts that never gelled with the vocals.

[@MartyNES1]

Came for the Blink 182, stayed for the worship. Haha seriously incredibly talented. Can't believe you don't have a million subscribers. Definitely wanna hear more emo type songs as worship.

[@akharder658]

“Not really sure about the theology presented there but honestly I’m not really sure about any of the songs we do in that regard.” I involuntarily laughed out loud.

[@chadmtt6375]

“Honestly I’m not really sure about any of the songs we do in that regard” is the most truthful line.

[@the_Sarahnator]

My boyfriend walked into the room last night laughing going, "Look, this guy made xyz into a country so--" and at the same time I was like, "Are you listening to Alex Melton?!" And it was a ✨️moment✨️.

[@joshuabenton3785]

True soul mates

[@krisnaarya6439]

I just hope I was ur boy rn

[@jerbear97]

absolute keeper

[@Q_Channel1]

The female backup vocals are simply angelic

[@skydaddy4192]

Yep, that's him

[@l1teralcanc3r78]

The pastoral outro was a long list comfort I didn't know I missed. Wonderful cover.

[@navara5040]

When I was a kid I had a bad experience with church. I was surrounded by people who 'felt' Gods presence, who knew God and had a relationship with him. I was maybe 10 years old when during a service I asked God to come in to my life, to speak to me, to make himself known to me but I felt or sensed nothing. I was always told that God knows your heart and feelings so in that moment, knowing how desperate I was for God's connection.. to feel nothing was to me, rejection from God. I cried my eyes out because I thought I must be so bad God doesn't want me. I'm 40 years old now and am once again trying to build a relationship with God. I do believe that he has always had his hand on my life, he never let me stray too far from the path and I'm pleased to say I've learnt to recognise Him. So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10

[@uikmnhj4me]

Praying for you! Strong feelings of presence are great but can be a crutch. It’s beautiful that you’re continuing to seek. “Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe.”

[@bartkroon126]

My brother so pleased to read. ‘Feeling’ and experiencing God is a big part of church culture and should be dealt with more discretely. God loves you and i also am sure He never ever let you go. Your comment inspired me to build more on my relationship with God. Bless you my friend

[@jafuni9349]

Your testimony really touched me. Feelings are great, and can add to the worship experience, But can lead to experiences such as yours, where the necessary conclusion is, if I don’t feel it, it must not be there/real. Over emphasizing feelings caused your church to be a millstone for your own spiritual awakening/growth. I’m glad that God kept touching your life and that you kept seeking out God. Bless you, brother.

[@0oMag]

I'm glad you found Him I was fortunate enough to do so as well, on my own volition So now there's only but to rejoice

[@roberthowse2753]

You sir have just created a sitcom around music creation and I love it. Keep them coming!

[@Kyle_Duffy]

An Alex Melton worship album would be a great pregame before adoration

[@megancurrie4633]

Just lost my uncle this week and I'm not a big church goer but I do believe "in the big man upstairs" and this was honestly just what I needed to be reminded that sometimes when you're best friend dies, they're still here, just hanging out upstairs. Thanks you guys for doing this for us, I personally appreciate it. 🇨🇦

[@lucasDwooten]

Sorry for your loss. I am glad you acknowledge God, but I caution you going forward with the “big man upstairs” mentality. God is not a just our friend hanging out upstairs. He is the Almighty Savior and referring to him as the big man upstairs is quite honestly just a way of dumbing him down to make him easier to sin against since we’re more comfortable with that definition. I don’t say this to turn you away from him, but to turn you toward him in a more reverent way. He loves you and is always there for you in your time of loss. God bless!

[@guitarzan31]

I have played in a lot of worship bands in a lot of churches, and this hits so close to home in so many ways. I know this is all done in good fun and it was absolutely hilarious; but more impressively incredibly well done and produced. The song itself was extremely impressive, and capped off by a perfect impression of probably 95% of Protestant church endings right now (other than maybe a reference to a football game). Kudos on what was undoubtedly a lot of work!

[@batteen92]

I love how real this is. In highschool, the majority of the musiciansin the worship band, including me, were actually a metal band outside of church. So the whole exchange between the leader and the back-up singer with the dummer is absolutely something that that was actually said in a worship team meeting

[@itscraigfontes]

I love all your covers, but it's the skits before the worship ones that get me every time 😂😂😂 they're so accurate lol

[@kuh8x154]

How can something be so triggering and so comforting at the same time? 😅 I’m from the UK but this is very, very accurate for me and my experience in the youth church band in the early 00s. It’s throwing up some interesting feelings and emotions this morning 😂

[@user-kt4km9df3f]

Worship music's craftsmanship is on another level, the amount of swells, echo, delay, build up is superb. I listen to the instruments more than anything.

[@chronicmango]

Thank you for the wonderful service and good word today, Pastor Melton.

[@basedtrack]

Y’all keep killing these worship band covers. Can’t wait for more

[@eufrik]

loving this series!! hope you could do Kings and Queens - 30 Seconds to Mars for this series. first time i heard it was when a friend in youth church snuck it in the playlist during band setup and i legit thought it was a worship song lol

[@stylestep111]

Awesome, those female harmony parts are amazing!

[@joelamey91]

As a worship musician for most of my life this is just seriously the BEST 😍😍 absolutely love these videos bro 😀 God bless Alex

[@Biker790]

Love how you turned the typical youtube like & subscribe memo into the pastor's closing notes. Oh, also the cover was pretty cool too :D

[@drones96]

“Not really sure about the theology presented there…honestly not really sure about any of the songs we do in that regard…”. Brilliant

[@townerperry9845]

Big props to you Alex!! Seriously God bless! But the bridge wasn’t long enough

[@TwentyPercentDash]

The worship covers you're doing have been my favorite songs of yours. I keep coming back to Hero/Heroine and Only One. You make them sound so big and uplifting.

[@JBDuncan]

My thoughts exactly!

[@prisonerr24601]

Bringing up youth group PTSD

[@SeraphsWitness]

Straight up, we're playing "This I Believe" on Sunday and the solo breakdown is the EXACT same rhythm of the solo from Iris. Also, for what it's worth, there are lots of churches like mine that dislike the musical emotional manipulation and needless repetition. We play songs (both ancient and modern) that are great musically/lyrically without purposefully whipping people into a cult-like frenzy.

[@SeraphsWitness]

@El Novice Bassist almost all the songs on "Christian" radio don't do it for me. You're not alone. There are lots of great bands. Enfield, Keith and Kristen Getty, Sovereign Grace, Kings Kaleidoscope, Citizens and Saints, Shane and Shane... I could go on. I have a huge library of music we play on Sunday. Lyrics/theology come first, then the music should serve it. The problem with Christian radio music is it tends to be an inch deep and a mile wide.

[@williamjohnson9284]

My dude.

[@Mattybee34]

Spent almost the entire last decade playing on a team and this entire thing is spot on 😂

[@ProfessorSmoothBrain]

Honestly in the context of a Worship song the song itself works lol. It unironically a good cover.

[@AnthonyTackett]

Great video! This is a perfect example of how music can be arranged to manipulate emotions and how often the church takes advantage of that. The lyrics don't matter if the music moves a certain way.

[@ThePentium3Master]

You've managed to make this more intimate and impactful than the original while keeping the original vibe of the song and its idiosyncrasies. Goddamn musical genius you are mate, absolutely top notch work.

[@coolhand1983]

Iris was my wedding dance song. Unfortunately as the song says, everything's made to be broken - currently divorcing after a long separation and this song has hurt me for a long time Thank you for bringing it back to me

[@ryanhulla8322]

I’m so sorry you have to go through that. I will keep you in my prayers.

[@laisfeliciano3010]

I'm so sorry to read that, i hope you're ok now ❤‍🩹

[@Jameshrooms]

That inverted chord at 6:09 hit hard 🤣🤣

[@penguins.227]

worship bassist here, we have to invert at least once for added depth hahaha

[@eyo8766]

6:09 You even included this "off note" bass thing that we usually do during some worship songs XD

[@chrisdavis6853]

Thanks for the remix. Iris is mine and my wife's wedding song from the same year that song came out! Nicely done, it worked well as a gospel song. Jesus already knows who I am, so I want to live so that I can know who He is!

[@davidneale9113]

As a devout Christian, this is absolutely spot on. Loved it all - especially the x341 repeated lyrics.

[@naminenegi5296]

The water bottle got me lol! You know you're an actual band when everyone has a sort of connection like that LOL! 5:56

[@chibisven]

I spent a few years playing in a a worship band and that pre-set meeting caused me some flashbacks. The cover was 100% spot on for sure. Another "nailed it" for alex.

[@RVBFan182]

This is killer as always, Alex! Great to hear your wife on backing vox again too. looking forward to more!

[@gtoger]

Running sound in Worship tomorrow. Can confirm sound man vibes are on point here.

[@robertporter6641]

This is an amazing cover! I hurts so bad knowing that the state of worship has reached the point of parody. You’re right to poke at it. The elevation of self, the promotion of emotionalism, and abandonment of theology in our music has led to an anemic church. This has been a great video all around. I hope that it’s been a gut check to any Christian who views it.

[@geroldjacob1315]

YES , im christian passing by. I agree with you completely agree with you.

[@issyv]

@@geroldjacob1315 x2

[@riffbw]

I'm currently on the sound team at church. You're not wrong.

[@lordyboi8460]

Been listening to Alex since his 2k subs.. glad to have seen him gaining success.. he's very underrated

[@BRoss-mo5iz]

You Sir are a creative genius. This series of songs are great. I love the dialogue at the beginning of each one. Thanks for sharing your talent with us.

[@hitsonacousticguitar]

I've never been in a worship band but I really like this cover.

[@JtheBurger]

Growing up my family would go to these churches with this contemporary style of music and they all sounded like this! From the opening notes I instantly got flashbacks. You absolutely nailed it sir.

[@DashCat9]

The build up to the final chorus was exactly as amazing as advertised.

[@chriskettlesonmusic]

It took me 8 years to realize I was in it for playing music on stage and not for "god," but dang did it feel good to make everyone feel exactly how you wanted them to feel just by pressing buttons on a synth.

[@grammar_shark]

Amen.

[@Capt_Diabetes]

Played in a worship band for about 6-7 years. This hit ALL the right notes, EXCEPT you forgot the part where the band comes in with one final chorus after the closing prayers/statements 😂🙌🏻 This was incredible though, made me almost miss all those years, keep up the amazing content!

[@wendellstutzman4918]

Soooo good! I’ve been playing in worship bands for many years…you nailed it! Great touch with Pastor Melton temporarily questioning the theology!

[@citonita2207]

The repeated "I want you's" would've absolutely torn me up during worship service i just know that LOL.

[@VocaPerson]

oh my gosh.... this is my favorite series you've done. it's so gooooood. keep it up man!

[@ReddersTV]

This made me cry. It's so beautiful.

[@lk29392]

Goo Goo Dolls are probably my favorite all time band - I love this Alex!!! You are truly a blessing to us all!!!

[@boast1570]

Definitely using that prayer in our band prayer circle this Sunday.

[@rotolotto]

I'm an apostate of about 13 years or so now and I have to admit. I do miss the experience of leading worship and how moved everyone is by a talented team of musicians really putting passion forward. That heartfelt feeling is so intoxicating and pure, it's an unmatched sense of belonging and security. Great work as always Melty.

[@TheSamyop]

So glad these became a series!

[@Lohengrin1850]

This song was my absolute favorite for a really long time, including the period when I was in Youth Group and went to worship band concerts. Also reminds me a lot of a friend of mine who I miss dearly. Thank you for this cover, as always!

[@mikeunser6730]

Dude the 1/3 on that last chorus 😂 i literally ask our bass player to do that every week!

[@Devinoch]

This was a fantastic reimagining! I also love the female vocals you've got layered in the chorus - very well done!

[@cmja09]

Ah finally the latest video is another installment in the worship band series, my favorite.

[@aaronmorrill3716]

Female harmonies are so good and match this vibe perfectly!

[@92Koondog92]

How come I just discovered you? Good Lord, this is just so spot on! I've been pretty much everyone in these skits (and still am), and I just about lost it with your benediction, lol. Absolute perfection.

[@Bubblezz47]

I love these videos! Some of my favorite covers you have done. Keep up the good work man!

[@wesworswick2816]

Worship music is one of the things I miss about church...you nail the vibe with these videos every time!

[@rrppodcast3347]

Bro, this new stuff with the skits is NEXT LEVEL! I love it! You constantly amaze! Thank you for being just UNREAL! You’re living my dream! And I love to watch it and hear it! Every time you just blow my mind. Clap clap clap!

[@xbrandon]

This was killer, all the 'comical' stuff was spot on. Everyone always has something to drink nearby. Only 'trope I haven't seen yet is turning yourself up last minute bc you know the sound guy has you so low in the mix. #wealldidit

[@kennethgamble5498]

So i wasn't the only one? I feel better now

[@xbrandon]

@@kennethgamble5498 nah dude we all know the deal.

[@BhindTheScreen]

Ah yes… you must be a worship bassist as well then?

[@xbrandon]

@@BhindTheScreen i no longer subscribe to the faith. While I played bass a little bit I primarily played elec guitar. Bass, keys and acoustic were always crystal clear. Meanwhile me who learned every lead lick and at times would loop a rhythm part then play over it... nope. Fun times :D

[@BhindTheScreen]

@@xbrandon well at least you played and looped the rhythm! Our best rhythm guitarist is Ableton, never misses a note! Sorry to hear you left the faith, I’m glad the music part was at least “good times.” From many I know the deconstructing/leaving process is not always a pleasant one, but I hope all is well!

[@stefanwossner2007]

After being one of my favorite songs for 25 years I finally know why this song works. Thank you! 🙏 😂

[@danielgordon3819]

You keep nailing these Alex! Make your way up to southeastern Virginia one of these days. I wanna buy you a beer. Also, laughed so hard at, "not so sure about the theology presented there, but I'm not sure about any of the songs we do in that regard.". Finger on the pulse of the reformed crowd vs Bethel, Elevation, Hillsong, etc. debate, huh?

[@christislord1995]

Lol as a reformed Baptist worship leader…yes.

[@laviathon10]

Goo Goo Dolls is my favorite band of all time so seeing this really brightens my day. It's so good.

[@Christopher_Wheeler]

As a worship pastor, this is freaking hilarious. Well done!

[@wbales2592]

Can’t help but notice how perfectly the recorder melody from My Heart Will Go On fits in the bridge…

[@keerobz]

been looking forward for this worship versions of your covers

[@calebrcrawford]

If only my worship team could have someone with a Starting Line hoody. I’d be blessed for sure.

[@AronBagel]

The pastor coming on stage at the end was just *chefs kiss*. Well done Alex, well done.

[@philq76]

The bridge interlude buildup is so classic! It follows the worship playbook perfectly. The only thing missing was a key change to the final chorus!

[@blackiefitzpatrick6611]

Brilliance Of The Truth. Amen

[@brianharrell267]

The Patreon push at the end veiled as the offering reminder is just perfect. Wow

[@kansaimarc]

You have seriously inspired me to get back into music. Thank you for all the incredible content. Love all your videos!

[@reptaronrice]

Can’t wait to see more of this. Maybe Thunder by Boys Like Girls covered by the worship band?

[@S1erra107]

Good god the guitars are so perfect I wanna cry

[@NathanPhelpsMcPhelpsius]

Thank you, Pastor Melton

[@marksalotsalot]

The AE doing FOH is killing me with the “Im overqualified for this”

[@blackaccordlx]

LMAO the bass player tripping and pulling out that sweet riff hahaha felt that in my soul. total whhhhhoooops... did any one see/hear that moment.

[@mkculverbaker2756]

This is stinkin beautiful. Also LOL "Ableton sounds great today."

[@derickcollins4163]

Damn dude. I usually don't like covers more than the original but I think I do with this one. It's so beautiful!

[@loganattaboy5680]

I'm so much addicted to this song, the melody of the song, your wife's harmony... Wao... Thank you.

[@aaronhammer36]

we need more of these asap

[@2Sor2Fig]

As an atheist who was once a christian youth-group leader, I'm loving this worship band series. It's one of the few things that brings back very fond memories of when I was still religious. I definitely wasn't the best at the job, but I've always felt humbled I got the chance to do it. I was 17 at the time and had a license, so after friday night youth services I had to drive everyone who needed a lift back home. I hope all those little bastards are happy, wherever they are. Anyway, this series reminds me of that feeling of singing in the church band... and, tbh, some of the bullshit. Edit: Also, I really like how you talk about music theory in your videos. Listening to the skit, I just realized that this is what professional musicians must sound like, discussing keys and tempo and which parts of the song need more emphasis and where. I understood almost none of it (I'm a lowly scientist, sorry) but I would like to keep listening. Oh! I was always a fan of "Dance Dance" (I was 14 when the song came out, sue me), and I always wondered at one of the lyrics: "Falling apart to half-time". I always thought is was an American football reference or something (born and raised in Africa, I don't know what you guys are up to over there. Here we play rugby). It was only after watching you do Mr. Brightside that I realized half-time was referring to the drum pattern. I'd subscribed to your channel long before then, but that day I was proud I did. Much love as always from Zimbabwe. 4:53 - .... I love this moment because everyone always complained that my song choices were _boring_ . Philistines.