You Ain't Foolin' Anyone, Ezra.

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

Is George the new Rick Astley?!

[@ledroses1985]

Unfortunately yes, shame as first album was promising but output since then deserves to be in the bin

[@thegoddess9831]

Sadly, I think so.

[@davetbassbos]

There will never be another Rick Astley!

[@StevenTwoTwo]

Kids don't love Rick Astley. Kids love George Ezra. So no.

[@itookallthenames]

With less charisma

[@marklane2583]

The thing is, he always seems like a really nice guy if it makes him happy and people like it then that's cool. Can't all be pushing boundaries, I'd rather listen to him than sheeran.

[@icelara5972]

Me too. Ed Sheeran, I have no idea what the fuss is about?

[@marklane2583]

@@icelara5972 Its the rice pudding of music. Always there in the background being inoffensive and filling the gap if nothing else is available.

[@foxual13]

@@marklane2583 Excellent observation. Occasionally a skin forms on rice pudding which some love to consume yet most find unpalatable

[@EchoBravo370]

@@icelara5972 It is what happens when someone has limited musicality but happens to be able to hold a tune. Plain jane music.

[@suecox7944]

Agree with you re Ed Sheeran

[@heather23renae]

I loved Wanted on Voyage. I saw him on Graham Norton singing Budapest, I think, and was instantly googling him and downloading his album. A few days, maybe a week later, I was visiting my great grandmother and we were chatting when she said “I saw this musician on Jimmy Kimmel and he was so good! I think you’d like him, oh what was his name…?” And with zero knowledge of who had been on Jimmy Kimmel lately I said, “George Ezra??!” And she said “that sounds right!” And then I played the song on my phone and she said “yes, yes, that was it! Oh, I just love that. He’s got a beautiful voice.” And for that, he will always, always have a special place in my heart.

[@norwayva]

I went to BIMM with George and saw him play a lot of open mics. His sound was completely different and much better than the stuff he’s been releasing since he was signed. He used to have this dark folky kind of sound. Nothing pop about him. Having seen the before and after there’s definitely a big whiff of label/producer influence.

[@natashaing4999]

I see what you mean, I love George but miss his earlier stuff.

[@jacobgiaimo9679]

100% agree

[@oscarh24]

Fellow BIMMer(london), Seems you brighton lot produced quite a few stars over the years!

[@norwayva]

@@oscarh24 Bristol actually. But BIMM had had very little to do with it. They like to claim they had a part to play but as an example, George only did one year at BIMM because he was already dealing with label interest before he even got there. An example from my personal experience is that I spent ages over the course of my first year talking to one tutor who had contacts who kept telling me over and over that my band were something that his contacts at places like Subpop would be into but the mix of our record needed fixing. Then when he was happy with the mix he turned around and said the music wasn’t right. And that’s a pretty consistent example of BIMM if you ask me. That being said, I hope you’re having a better time of it than I did. That was about 10 years ago now so hopefully that sort of thing has improved.

[@Area-eu4kg]

I quite like George, his music always gives good summer vibes.

[@fab208athome]

He looks like a mortgage adviser and the music is what you hear in the lift of the mortgage adviser and on the phone when you have been put on hold whilst ringing up to complain about the mortgage adviser.

[@andreajames5010]

Yes!!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@parati1309]

Perfect description.

[@absta100]

💯🤣🙌🏼

[@adamleon3501]

So you mean it sounds like smoko?

[@chernobylcoleslaw6698]

🤣😉😉😉

[@robbaldwin2402]

Ezra's "Did You Hear The Rain" is one I genuinely enjoy, especially the long version with the vocals at the start.

[@neilwilson5785]

Please, don't. Ezra bot lol

[@lilmoe4364]

But have you ever seen the rain?

[@Formally-known-Prince-Andrew]

@@lilmoe4364 ccr👌

[@CitroenC407]

I will happily admit to liking his first album, there are still many songs on there that I enjoy now. He seemed to change his approach after that to doing more anthemic pop tracks just like this. Pure mainstream. Sales are through the roof as he is now directly appealing to the masses. I think his music has suffered for it though. No substance to his music nowadays.

[@scootaymildo1070]

I liked Budapest and there was a more rocky tune on his 1st album I can't remember the name of that was decent. The album itself was fine, not great but not terrible. Ever since though you're absolutely right, he's writing tunes purely to sell records devoid of any real emotion or artistic vision. Just bland, terrible shit.

[@iliketrains3495]

@@scootaymildo1070 You mean Did You Hear The Rain? Yeah that song's aight

[@scootaymildo1070]

@@iliketrains3495 aye, that's the one I think

[@steam_jane5580]

To be honest I like the second album more than the first one, not that they both didn't have good tracks or that it was a bad album, I would happily listen to both and the first one has grown on me. But my favourite song by George so far is probably Sugar coated from the second Album. That's the beauty (or some would say the problem) of music that everyone has a different taste and I respect that's your opinion, but I disagree.

[@AidanMcGovern]

He's as exciting as sliced pan. I did however have to to take my mum to see him a few years ago and it wasnt bad. He filled out the live sound with a horn section and backing singers and it elevated the music to a whole grain loaf level of excitement.

[@ioncewasmikey]

"I was surprised to hear he's 28 years old, like me." 😂 Me too, Justin, me too buddy. ❤

[@aweleo.1220]

And me!

[@MIKEBORGIA]

He’s a solid writer for pop and knows how to play to his audience regardless of his Fake showmanship. I’m too much of a purist to listen to corporate cubical music, but at least his voice is full and robust unlike a lot of todays tiny sounding vocalists.

[@maggiepie8810]

'George Ezra IS a less edgy version of Rick Astley.' You never let us down, Justin. Brilliant. 😂

[@lilmoe4364]

He's never going to let you down. And he's never going to give you up, either

[@bobbynip66]

‘Slightly less edgy version of Rick Astley “…yep, you nailed it 😀

[@CarlyonProduction]

Hahaha

[@sphagnummoss8284]

Rick Astley was edgy…?

[@I_Don_t_want_a_handle]

@@sphagnummoss8284 that I think is the joke. I'd whoosh you but I cannot be arsed, really.

[@charlienewbold9809]

@@sphagnummoss8284 no - and that's the point!

[@MonticArckeys]

And that's saying something!

[@alangreenway6695]

I always imagine him singing wibbly wobbly woo for every lyric. It’s the timbre of his voice.

[@yvonnesanders4308]

It's not like he's pretending to be a rock god. It's radio friendly pop

[@rangerlcfc]

@@jamesnunn7181 dreadful “music”

[@steam_jane5580]

That's his vibe a nice man, with in my opinion a good voice, a pleasure to listen to. Therefore everyone from Kids to adults enjoy it. But if you don't that's fine, that's music for you we all like different things which makes music so magical when we do.

[@LMTino]

Heard Ezra in an interview relay origin of this song. In looking back at a journal entry 4 years later, he spotted "Green Green Grass, Blue Blue Skies, You better throw a party on the day I die." That day with friends he heard local music and headed off in pursuit. When there he asked what was the occasion - and learned that they were celebrating 3 lives lost. I think that says something about a guy looking for inspiration. What has your journal done for you lately? Don't keep one? End of story.

[@queenb3570]

You can learn a lot from taking the time to truly find out about an artist by watching interviews. One song is not enough to properly critique someone. I have total respect for Ezra and he's got a career as long as HE wants it...He has plenty fans...all ages!!!

[@steam_jane5580]

@@queenb3570 I agree. I really like his music, and it's totally valid not to I mean that's the magic of music everyone like something different. You can only say from one song I don't like that song or the vibe/sound/music video. But I'm sure we're all guilty of saying we don't like an artist from only a few songs and maybe it remains true or we find one we like. I would say the second album or first album would be interesting for him to react to, maybe Sugercoated, Shotgun, Paradise, Budapest, Pritty Shinning People, Casy O, Blame It On Me, Blind Man In Amsterdam or Sweetest Human Being Alive from the new album. These are ones off the top of my head that if he hasn't and he chose maybe 1 or 2 would perhaps give a clear picture of his sound.

[@TabbsMcgee]

Totally agree with the tame Rick Astley assesment, at 8:10 that part also sounds exactly like The Gambler

[@george-skinner]

Most stuff traces back to Bob Dylan eventually

[@christopher_ecclestone]

@@george-skinner Isn't The Gambler by Kenny Rogers?

[@zulupenman]

Kind of disagree with you guys with the negative comments…, I stumbled across this Dude … never heard of him before Justin Hawkins … man …he’s impressive indeed …I’m not really into his kind of music, but his insight… knowledge … extreme guitar playing panache… professionalism and just general communication and presentation style is absolutely bloody first class 💥💥 I wouldn’t be too quick to judge …. respectively I would suggest those of you listen to what he says you could learn alot because this dude kicks ass …. I’ve been presenting content on KZbin for 8 years and a professional at doing this …. and man he is absolutely nailing it… dedefinitely try doing it yourselves sometime you’ll be blown away with how hard it is… so good stuff Justin Hawkins keep up the great work :) Andrew Penman KZbin ⚔️

[@Halz1010]

I had my playlist on shuffle, and Love is Only a Feeling came on. Thank you for the guitar solos at the end, I'm sure my neighbours appreciated it as well

[@neilwilson5785]

Careful, this video contains mild peril

[@petermercury]

Justin, you are a natural at this - keep it up. Beach Boys top five please.

[@wallsgreebo8352]

Totally agree with this evaluation. Less edgy than a piece of cheese. Utterly mundane and middle of the road. The 'even the presence of a gun' bit was hilarious. I'm sure George is a lovely guy but his music makes me want to sit in silence instead.

[@CaseyEvans.]

Used to be a fan of George Ezra, his newer material isn't my sort of thing but each to their own, and if it's what sells then fair play to him.

[@I_Don_t_want_a_handle]

I recently spent a few hours waiting in a car showroom for the 'just ten minutes' it took them to finish washing my car after a fix. Radio 2 or one of the other soporifics was on. Quite loud. I've always thought the staff were arseholes, as car showroom staff often are, heightened by the mid-end mark. They have a certain air about them. However, after spending hours watching them do nothing, I was the only customer there most of the time, I started to get agitated and angry. It wasn't the wait, it was the music. How do people listen to that shit all day and not lose their minds?

[@razorcatshark3223]

The contrast of shirt on back with jersey on chair provided more visual excitement than anything displayed on the subject video 😜

[@TheEvdoggy]

Not his best work for sure but by his mid twenties he's already had incredible success and written some classic songs. Ease up.

[@marsailimavor2984]

It’s like the comments under any musical Guardian article. The seething jealous and resentment is palpable. They have no musical talent and live normal uneventful lives all they can do is bitch. Try and be happy instead of resentful.

[@Lil_Valor]

Classic songs is a bit of a stretch

[@steam_jane5580]

The one that's most popular doesn't mean the best. I mean i like this song but its not as good as say Sugar coated, Pritty Shinning people etc there are lots of good ones in my opinion.

[@whitestarbulbcompany]

One market you missed, he seems to have nailed it for the under 10's, my kids love him (though he's banned in my house...) make of that what you will.

[@richardwells7883]

My daughter (5) played Shotgun in her school rock band. I wish I could have banned it but we had to practice! You’re right. I think it’s the simplicity that the kids love.

[@thebouncinghearts]

George Ezra has always, to me, looked and sounded like somebody who works for Royal Insurance and has decided to record a single.

[@pitchforkcustom5379]

have you listened to george on his podcast? he’s a lovely guy, stop sniping at people like you’re working for a tabloid gossip column. you’re not his demographic.. 🙄

[@thebouncinghearts]

@@pitchforkcustom5379 I'm sure he's a nice guy, I'm not sniping and, as you point out, he is not my demographic therefore I have no interest in listening to his podcast...I am however entitled to my opinion and, rightly or wrongly, I think that ALL art forms should show some imagination and attitude...I'm aware that plenty of folk are into anodyne, unimaginative muzak, but I'm not one of them...I think it's lazy.

[@davidcunningham9282]

that perfectly describes him. music by pencil pushers

[@pitchforkcustom5379]

@@thebouncinghearts i agree it’s your opinion and it’s a discussion etc.. but to dissect his songs proves you are interested 😀 give his podcast a wee listen why don’t ya.. it’s funny. i think his record listening audience will be about 8-22. the sort of audience who’d listen to bay city rollers singing shang a lang back in the day.. they ain’t interested in the high art of pj harvey yet.. although hopefully one day they will 👍

[@pitchforkcustom5379]

dexys looked like that for an album.

[@jimbanda]

You are slaying it Mr Hawkins , 3k new subs per week . 👏👏👏

[@thegoddess9831]

Just wanted to say, been listening to all the darkness stuff again lately. It’s been many years since I’ve listened to a full album (motorheart) and loved every single song on it. Last one was maybe nirvana -nevermind, way back when. Just listening to the complexities of your music, lyrics that make me laugh really just tics the right boxes every time. Rock & Roll deserves to die…my god, not what I was expecting, just amazing! It was so many of my teenage rock heros/songs all mashed into one song. I could hear the influences. Then to also go from slow paced, to rage and back, with one quick stroke of a chord…just phenomenal. It was like listening to zeplin, queen, megadeath, motorhead, ac/dc, Metallica, Thin Lizzy, Boston, the Eagles, with the 80’s kick back and more, all in a single song. I personally, never write this kind of stuff, but just felt compelled to comment. You’re doing Lowie, proud. Watching the concerts on YT and hearing you sound in perfect pitch, like the original recordings and they way you all sound live is incredible. Too, having Taylor on board really added such a fantastic new element the music overall. And to see that amazing humour also come through, all puts me in such a great mood every time I listen. Anyway, enough of the ego boost. Keep going hun, love it all. P.s…nice bum, didn’t expect that at the end. Super ‘cheeky’ love it. If you ever fancy a pint at the commodore, or lady of the lake, give us a shout. What cha reckon to Kessingland?

[@careful...Icarus]

Diggin the new coiffure. You kinda look like a Lebanese shop owner in NYC circa 1981 trying to sell me HiFi. Most righteous.

[@matthewrice7590]

Justin, I just watched a video of you and the Darkness performing “Growing on Me” live on Jools Holland. Truly incredible stuff, that song and in particular that performance is up there with the best of the best imo.

[@saundrab3023]

Ok just watched it. Was struck by how similar his voice is to Robert Smith at points. Some might not be able to hear it but as a Cure fan from way back I can. Check out the song “A Few Hours After This” for reference. One of their best in my opinion.

[@matthewrice7590]

@@saundrab3023 oh wow I had never thought about the Robert Smith similarity, but now that you say it I can totally hear it. I think it’s a combination of both men singing with such conviction and sincerity along with the fact that they don’t hide their British accents when singing, which is awesome. Justin sounds like Robert Smith and Freddie Mercury’s love child :)

[@StevenTwoTwo]

I'm not sure you're right about the demographic... I mean, maybe that too, but kids actually love him! My niece and my 2 nephews love him! They're not the only ones, my housemate works in a school and the kids in her class love him too.

[@StevenTwoTwo]

Also, he actually has some talent, so the people in the comments acting like he's one of the worst things they've ever heard are a bit weird. Be willing to bet they all hate Ed Sheeran too, they're just that type of person. You know, the ones who think if you're not playing rock but you're successful then you're a disgusting human being.

[@queenb3570]

Wait...he's accusing Ezra's audience of being people his age...right? Ezra's newest video had over 60k watch it the first day...Ezra's doing something right!!!

[@paulburner3817]

Its amazing that there's so many middle aged bitter failed musicians on this comment section berating a young British artist for being successful. Pop is so called because its popular, songs don't need to be complex or have a mixolydian based middle eight to connect with people. Take a lead from Justin and try to be positive and if you can't then say nothing at all. You simply come across as bitter out of touch bores. It may not be for you but I guarantee he sells more tickets and singles than you'll ever sell.

[@iliketrains3495]

That's pretty much every comments section around here. His video on Foals for example had a bunch of comments along the lines of "nobody's gonna remember these Foals dudes in a couple of years" I'm just saying, Foals have been in the limelight for a way longer period than the Darkness ever were

[@paulburner3817]

@@iliketrains3495 I don't understand how people can follow an account that has a v clear positivity message and tone and yet they fail to see it and resort to boring knuckle dragging comments because band X dares to play a different genre to what they prefer.

[@itookallthenames]

Middle aged, bitter failed huh? Yep, 3 from 3. But I don’t hate it because he’s young and successful. I hate it because it’s shit. That’s just like my opinion man.

[@NormanTiner]

I don't like it, but it's interesting. I also am a bit confused because usually Justin Hawkins is all about positivity when it comes to music. Maybe because this guy is young and British it hits too close to home.

[@Johnkostercreative]

The hair looks terrific! I really enjoy your channel, I'm always looking forward to the next video. You're funny as hell, bright and a very generous soul. Thank you!

[@christophercowan1645]

Whew, I almost thought you were not going to do your opening jingle. Love it!!!!

[@kevgamble]

Everything new in pop seems to just scream "PRODUCT!" from the opening notes. The formula has been found, the production hits you over the head like a bag of hammers wrapped in soft pillows, you have absolutely no doubt of exactly what you'll be experiencing for the next few minutes. Trite nursery-rhyme chord progressions, pre-chewed dance beats, the first time you hear it it's like you've been hearing it in dentists' offices for a decade. At this point it barely needs humans to make it or consume it, with every aspect of both so pre-determined at this point.

[@theelemental5690]

Perfect summary

[@LarkKristensen]

"Was surprised to discover that he's 28 yeras old.. like me". lol!

[@09counago]

Mr. Hawkins, your channel is alarmingly addictive. Is it ok if I ask two questions? I hope so. 1. I loved De La Soul's and your 'Lord Intended', and thought the guitar playing was great. I've searched high and low on the internet, but sadly I've failed to find out who played the solo. Was it you? Was it someone else? It sounded a bit like some of the playing off Fishbone's Black Flowers to me...(which is a good thing), can you tell me whose fingers were on the fretboard so I can stop worrying about it. 2. Would you please take a listen and comment on some Buckethead. He's as addictive as your lovely channel! Thank you kindly.

[@user-bl7qy8jk6o]

To Georges credit, to capture muzak version in the original recording is quite clever.

[@ioncewasmikey]

Lmao, at least that way department stores are forced to play his version. If it can't be muzak-ified any further than it already is, they gotta settle for the original. 🤣

[@oceanandarock2909]

You Sir, are an absolute legend. Enjoying the verbosity of your approach, generally. I reckon if we'd have grown up together that we'd have been mates. Stay loose.

[@SRDhain]

Enjoyed the flourish of notes at the end, which reminded me of the end of Love Ain't For Keeping by the Who (Pete Townshend's a brilliant guitarist). Keep up the good work & thank you 🌅

[@dadnelson4008]

"28 years old like me " haha OK

[@watersideanimals215]

I start singing Mighty Quinn every time this comes on the radio .

[@ioncewasmikey]

You've not seen nothin' like the George Ez-raaaaaa.

[@TheKingOfBeans]

I’m sure the darkness have been on a few radio 2 playlists 😉 😂

[@paulcurtis5317]

I watched him on a festival on telly and i was pleasantly suprised. He was quite good. It was all very safe and non threatening, the sort of stuff you could take your nan to watch (if shes not an old punk rocker)

[@kenrehill8775]

My gran watch it in tv. She did a shit on the tv.

[@itsdaviaquino]

Just came across your channel Justin!! Why the hell it took me so long?? Really enjoying it, thank you!!!!!!

[@JustinHawkinsRidesAgain]

Welcome my friend!

[@thecamberwellcarrot4926]

10/10 for that outro with the blues lick Mr Hawkins.

[@blindeddy2220]

I'm embarrassed to admit I own the Rick Astley record on vinyl. In my defence, I bought it because I had to learn the song for a wedding gig. I'm old, this was before KZbin or even Napster. It's in impeccable condition. One song was played one time when I recorded it to cassette. Anyone want to buy an impeccable first pressing of Rick Astley?

[@jeromedawson1753]

Rick astley is a national treasure, I'll take it off ya

[@blindeddy2220]

@@jeromedawson1753 I said buy not charitable offering. Make me a reasonable offer and I'll dig it out of the basement.

[@vinsta76]

I would like to hear your views on Panic at the Disco - I Write Sins Not Tragedies. Was a time when it was played almost non stop on Radio 1. To me it's just so basic and terrible. 1 verse, then a chorus, then half a verse which is repeated to make it the same length of the first verse. . and that's the whole song anything else is just a repeat of what came before. There is a bridge but it's simply the chorus sung much slower over the same beat. The only song I have to switch off when it comes on the radio. Would be good to hear your thoughts.

[@mikeshaw7006]

Was this a 'be nice' episode? Thought you were very restrained, Mr. Hawkins. Nice 1!

[@stevensmith8876]

This is the MOST "damning with faint praise" video I've ever seen. Brilliant!

[@dannyp-ufc8883]

I find his music pretty refreshing. He just did a great live show in Halifax, I'd say a majority of the audience were under 30.

[@zenashalvin6890]

Now I want a full Darkness version of Mighty Quinn please

[@sadie376]

It doesn't surprise me that the sharpest music journalists work for the Financial Times...

[@aprilkurtz1589]

I would call his blazer a dark Pelham blue, Justin.

[@bennyblanco1407]

"The soundtrack to doing something else". Perfect

[@robbietuna2902]

You are the best video commentator since Bevis and Butthead. I’m glad I found your channel.

[@robinmayenfels9675]

I was going to mention he’s Rick Astley and boom, you said it yourself, nice one. Love the jersey cameo!

[@Mushwomb.mp3]

His older stuff was dripping in blues. Did you hear the rain was exquisite.

[@ktpuss]

Hmm. My other half’s mum (in her 60s) who never mentions or listens to any music previously suddenly announced the other evening how she likes George Ezra’s music….that sort of summed it up for me.

[@witch_haunts_ghost]

"I was surprised to learn he's 28, like me". I oved that comment. You ain't foolin' anyone, Hawkins!

[@timothymallon]

6:05 oh hell no! You are NOT going to Rick Roll me Mr. Hawkins! Hahaha

[@dombarnes7092]

I came out of my mum on the 22nd of April just in 1977🤷‍♂️ happy birthday George’s song🤗

[@tomaspbury5489]

First time I heard George Ezra was late night on 6music - they played a version of his song ‘Just My Skin’ that isn’t the album version. He sounded like an old blues man - it is a blinding recording, he sounds amazing on it. Subtle and then powerful vocals. Once that first album came out though, he’d been transformed into the “Astley-light” character we all know these days. Bit of a tragedy really. If meh had a soundtrack…

[@steam_jane5580]

How people hear stuff is always interesting as to how they perceive it. My experience was hearing Paradise on a car ride with Woodcraft Folk (if you don't know it kinda like pacifist scouts), we were playing the top hits from the radio and I couldn't get the refrain bloody veins out of my head. I no longer try to have this but sort of dismissed it as popular pop. My friend at school said she knew his music. I like his voice and now have been to 2 shows and have all 3 albums.

[@blakkat4126]

" I mean, it's not exactly the same, I'm just saying the way the chorus is structured works in exactly the same way." LOL! I love this guy.

[@sour37]

I think he probably writes decent songs, but the “top 40” production ruins them for me. Be interested to see what they sound like when he takes them into the studio.

[@yakkmeister]

The Darkness should cover The Mighty Quinn

[@angelocatani1800]

You make me laugh out loud!! Wonderful humour!! Always a highlight of my day.

[@timmadison5410]

So, in essence, you're saying Rick Astley is better than Ezra?

[@adrianoconnor3020]

You know you are more than 28 when every song sounds like something else 😄

[@TopblokeGolf]

Maybe but I’ve never liked shite music even when I was 19

[@nkirk8740]

That Ezra guy is alright ish I'm not a fan of muzak but great for a throw away song on the radio when your minds elsewhere concentrating on driving and what you mustn't forget from the shop on the way home. Great channel, thanks Justin. 👍👍👍👊✌️. Ps now I'm a massive fan of Manfred manns earth band. 👍👍👍👊✌️.

[@nemnock1583]

Keep up the great work brother .always have enjoyed the darkness and still do. Also enjoy your KZbin contest, love the positively and honestly . Much love and peace.

[@smdntn]

"its the sound track of doing something else" Great comment. Sums it up nicely

[@garypage]

between 9 and 4, is that am or pm...surely pm in to am would be decidedly dangerous with listeners falling asleep at the wheel through musical boredom 😀

[@ddbsketchupforthesoul6488]

i love the way you shit over people in the most polite way

[@OullieMcGoullie]

😂

[@francesrdl]

It's really charming 🤭

[@richardclark.]

Yeah, like," I was just remembering a joke". Lol.

[@kellygrant3074]

How can you follow...... You didn't hear it You didn't see it You never heard it not a word of it You won't say nothin' to no one Never tell a soul What you know is the Truth How can you follow? My favorite Tommy lyrics!

[@steam_jane5580]

I love George Ezra's voice, but I wasn't sure about that music video when I first briefly watched it, perhaps it will grow on me. Edit, to to get an idea of the age of one fan, I'm 16, well 17 in a few days.

[@chrislambert505]

He’s making Mumford and Sons sound alnost dangerous. Sort of🥴

[@Cragget]

"Good stuff, George. Well done. Congratulations" oh my goodness I just about wet my pants 🤣

[@prmm218]

Well….started out with a folky singer songwriter vibe…..transitioning into a pop vibe. Kind of like Ed Sheeran. Right? 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@Cthulhu_Awaken]

I've always wondered something, from my very little knowledge of the English language as a foreign speaker... What's the line "good day to you one and all *desire* " should even mean? Am I hearing something wrong?

[@StratsRUs]

He does have a cool voice.

[@richardheinz]

What team is that hockey jersey?

[@MadgazGaming]

why the hate for george.... he doesnt try to be a rock god, he just does what he does and it works well, im a fan of you both

[@ShaneBermingham616]

It's as if a loaf of white bread wrote a song

[@wirelad2007]

That made giggle

[@aronmazzon8731]

Justin, always a pleasure to hear your insights, however, I have to ask, drinking coffee out of a mug with a metal straw?

[@joyclark2605]

Hello Justin. I was just scrolling through my KZbin feed and found your "Christmas time" listed under Christian music..

[@kJ922-h3j]

This song is especially bad for George Ezra though 😂, those ‘Budapest’ and ‘Shotgun’ songs are very simple but catchy pop songs

[@nickjones9867]

Shotgun is baby shark.

[@cpome7]

I IV vi V

[@roterfuchs8201]

That song is so over produced and plastic it makes stuff like Bros sound cutting edge

[@jables420tx1]

Can we please have a loud “Justin Hawkins Rides Again” intro on an electric guitar? Maybe your fat headstock strat?

[@thebhoyciebus]

Love this show. Any chance of sending us that shirt Justin or telling me where I can buy one? Class.

[@theneonchimpchannel9095]

I'd heard a few George Ezra songs before. My main thought was that I couldn't understand what he was singing most of the time. At least though, he seemed to have his own sound that wasn't just the same modern pop muck. This song however, sounds like it may as well be by any modern pop singer, although I can understand the lyrics a bit more so I guess that's something. Stylistically, I'd compare it to when Jewel went pure pop. He hasn't quite committed to it to the same degree as he's still got the guitar, but it gives me that same sort of vibe. Not that either of them is the first to sell out like that.

[@thomasroberts9872]

My friend described his singing as sounding like gargling a bollock

[@frixrules]

Justin, love your videos and of of course the intro song as well. Would ever you consider changing up the ending chord to a G Major? The E minor is mysterious and intriguing, and like it a lot. However , an occasional G Major ending could give you that extended, “happier” Guns n Roses type ending aka “Don’t Cry.” Just a thought of course. Keep up the excellent work!

[@planetjoe]

I thought this knocked off Kenny Rogers' Gambler, personally. Very similar. Check it

[@lorenzodicapo6305]

'the soundtrack to doing something else' perfect

[@kickmusicmikeyjones9788]

Yes, it's 80s Rick Astley with lampshades... glad a light was shone on this one👍❤ Nexxt... Good shout, Justin👋!!

[@byronloeppky3251]

Hey Justin, have you ever had any of your balcony jumps go wrong? Or nearly wrong?

[@fromchomleystreet]

Does anyone else find Zane Lowe nauseatingly sycophantic in every interview he conducts?

[@neilstimpson6681]

Know nothing of Ezra, but 5 seconds of that video/song immediately took me right back to, wait for it: MILLI VANILLI