Devin Townsend - Love/Life (Full Live Concert)

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  • Devin Townsend performs "Love/Life" for CBC Music.
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Komentáře • 374

  • @kode-man23
    @kode-man23 Před 5 lety +1028

    The next time that you get sad, just remember that you are on earth at the same time as Devin Townsend.

  • @canoestothemoon
    @canoestothemoon Před 5 lety +715

    Devin should be pictured on Canadian currency.

    • @joaonabo1026
      @joaonabo1026 Před 5 lety +4

      Indeed. I feel trully blessed for being able to share the world with Devin as we're both alive. Taking into consideration the number of peeps who've stumbled upon this world throughout it's history, am I a lucky bastard or what? Yes I am, yes I am. Thanks Devin!!

    • @artilerypheonix
      @artilerypheonix Před 5 lety +5

      the old devin with the skullet.

    • @heavymetalheretic5386
      @heavymetalheretic5386 Před 5 lety +2

      As a Canadian, I approve this comment

    • @ChrisLight1
      @ChrisLight1 Před 4 lety +1

      Fuck that, let's up the stakes... American currency

    • @coryanthony5134
      @coryanthony5134 Před 4 lety

      😃 bawahahah! Lol great comment..lmao

  • @cysquatch5862
    @cysquatch5862 Před 5 lety +440

    I will never tire of seeing Devin's facial expressions when he performs.

  • @virgiliotagliaferri8068
    @virgiliotagliaferri8068 Před 5 lety +472

    The control he has over his voice, in both gentle and aggressive techniques, amazes me every single time

    • @danymalsound
      @danymalsound Před 5 lety +3

      Totally! Incredible talent

    • @TheLambLive
      @TheLambLive Před 5 lety +7

      Agreed... 2:42 - That slip from head voice to falsetto is so smooth. Reminds me of Freddie Mercury.

    • @gringochucha
      @gringochucha Před 3 lety +3

      Yeah, his level of vocal control is pretty insane. And I remember him saying at the last acoustic tour that he basically self-taught.

  • @lianna3814
    @lianna3814 Před 11 měsíci +12

    This version of "Love" is so wicked!!! Makes it so much more terrifying and creepy!! And I just love the humor of the audience finding out this song was on an ACOUSTIC set lolol

  • @gracicot42
    @gracicot42 Před 5 lety +149

    I vote for Devin Townsend to be the King of Canada

  • @DerVagabundli
    @DerVagabundli Před 3 lety +53

    This one dude with just his guitar and his utterly outstanding voice casually creating an emotional rollercoaster and making me actually burst out with laughter. Devin Townsend is a real gift to mankind!

  • @markokecman1177
    @markokecman1177 Před 5 lety +76

    How can anything be creepy, funny AND beautiful all at the same time??

  • @ShawnFerrell
    @ShawnFerrell Před rokem +16

    The only acoustic performance to have both metal vocals, comedy, burps, and an incredibly deep connection to the human spirit. Also: Props to that one guy!

  • @ogelsmogel
    @ogelsmogel Před 5 lety +156

    If he wasn't gifted with a voice from the gods I'm 100 % sure that Devin would be doing stand up comedy. He likes to make people laugh.

  • @FanaticDrummer
    @FanaticDrummer Před 5 lety +138

    Devin: Merging stand up and metal since NO ONE EVER

  • @bloodsling
    @bloodsling Před 5 lety +141

    1:50 stepping on a lego in the dark

  • @sukitta2
    @sukitta2 Před 5 lety +90

    Damm, Devin is what any performer should aspire to be. He really owns the room, doing crowdwork mid song... What an experience this must've been.

    • @cbcmusic
      @cbcmusic  Před 5 lety +8

      Truly! Thanks for watching.

  • @kuroinamida4630
    @kuroinamida4630 Před 5 lety +113

    nobody mentioning that he burped in the mic at 4:14? Okay! Gotta Love Devin

    • @phanke8685
      @phanke8685 Před 7 měsíci +2

      Just when you think you’ve seen the full extent of his vocal range, he surprises you 😂

  • @xshadow193
    @xshadow193 Před 4 lety +14

    This rendition of Life has to be his best yet. I laughed and cried.

  • @-IYN-
    @-IYN- Před 5 lety +69

    God... this man is genius. It's been 25 years and Devin still surprises me!

    • @cbcmusic
      @cbcmusic  Před 5 lety +9

      He really is a genius! Considering that you have been following him for 25 years, do you have a favourite Devin Townsend moment of all time?

    • @AlanFlanger
      @AlanFlanger Před 4 lety +5

      @@cbcmusic "It's been over a year since the reply. I've been waiting. Dust gathers still. The computer next to me is grinding slowly to a halt. Help."

  • @treeofnoreturn3238
    @treeofnoreturn3238 Před 6 měsíci +3

    I was in a very downer mood today, and this just made me feel better. Whether he's singing about sad things or happy things, his music just brings comfort.

  • @jimbob20051
    @jimbob20051 Před 5 lety +16

    9:17 "sweep picking part that I can never play live"
    I'm wheezing hahaha
    Devin you are god's gift to this fuckin world 💖

    • @RiverBelow93
      @RiverBelow93 Před 4 lety +3

      The acapella solo leading up to that statement. Such delivery!!

    • @rbarreira2
      @rbarreira2 Před 12 dny +1

      He said "sweep arpeggio I can never play live".

  • @S133S
    @S133S Před 2 lety +3

    I love you Devin

  • @wyg2935
    @wyg2935 Před rokem +4

    That "sweep arpeggio I can never play live" at 09:16 really caught me off guard LMAO. I should use that excuse more often on my band practice
    I love this man's sense of humour

  • @RattieRae
    @RattieRae Před rokem +4

    That was so, so cute. 🥺💕💕💕

  • @jcariasj
    @jcariasj Před 2 lety +6

    Devin is just one of his own kind. A true living legend...

  • @gringochucha
    @gringochucha Před 3 lety +5

    "Everyday it's a buffet of meaning"
    I'm keeping that one. Thanks, Dev ; )

  • @digibirder
    @digibirder Před 5 lety +65

    What an amazing concert that was. I will never forget it. Even got to meet Devin himself! He was so gracious. He talked to everybody there after the show. A great musician and entertainer.

    • @EndItAll11
      @EndItAll11 Před 5 lety +3

      Yup, even back in the Strapping days Devy has always made time for the fans. We're not there for him, he's there for us. Hands down the most genuinely humble guy who's ever been on a stage.

  • @jongibirdi1394
    @jongibirdi1394 Před 3 lety +4

    An angel, a demon, a madman, a genius all in one

  • @infiniteRebels
    @infiniteRebels Před rokem +2

    this performance is haunting

  • @suburbanhavoc4997
    @suburbanhavoc4997 Před 5 lety +8

    Saw him a few weeks ago. There were light-up balloons bouncing around in the pit, and he kept saying he wanted one, so someone tossed one at him in the middle of Why. He hugged it, humped it, drew Ziltoid on it, and tossed it back to the crowd. It was a good show!

  • @jbbya6040
    @jbbya6040 Před 3 lety +10

    He has one of the most expressive faces I’ve ever seen.
    Sometimes subtle; sometimes not so much.

  • @myauralfixation
    @myauralfixation Před 2 lety +2

    My love for Devin is endless.

  • @isaaccurrier
    @isaaccurrier Před 4 lety +12

    I love how Devin makes these super uncomfortable faces when he plays but he makes it feel comfortable to the point where it totally sets the mood and setting..🤘

  • @JS-jo3wj
    @JS-jo3wj Před 5 lety +59

    I don't think these videos capture the fun of this tour. I was in tears and impressed simultaneously when I saw him last weekend and this isn't nearly as funny. His voice is still mindblowing

    • @cbcmusic
      @cbcmusic  Před 5 lety +7

      Thanks so much for sharing this! Listening in person is always different.

  • @thedronedownunder3919
    @thedronedownunder3919 Před 5 lety +12

    Genius. I am on such a Devin trip of late. Why did it take me till 50 to discover him??

    • @123abhinand
      @123abhinand Před 5 lety +1

      Craig Duncan 42 for me 😬

    • @jmpsthrufyre
      @jmpsthrufyre Před 5 lety +3

      Craig Duncan irrelevant!what matters is that you did

  • @Ironsvillage
    @Ironsvillage Před 5 lety +21

    He's always so incredibly on pitch and hits every note. One of the greatest

  • @adamstevermer3161
    @adamstevermer3161 Před 5 lety +5

    Devin Townsend is a treasure. Never change.

  • @ayeapprove
    @ayeapprove Před 5 lety +34

    he is the master of reverb/delay fx

  • @happyface7836
    @happyface7836 Před 5 lety +12

    This shit keeps me alive

  • @MadsMcKay
    @MadsMcKay Před 5 lety +36

    This is one of the most amazing things I've heard in my life.

  • @Goshoonkeys
    @Goshoonkeys Před 4 lety +5

    here we have the man, putting out the best record of the decade and go on tour with a acoustic guitar. I just love sneaky old Devin.

  • @marcelo.bassalo
    @marcelo.bassalo Před 5 lety +83

    "See you in the other side" that one guy hahaha

    • @n34z3r
      @n34z3r Před 5 lety +27

      Dev: The 1 loud guy goes 👈
      Loud guy: SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE!!!

  • @veljkoradovnikovic373
    @veljkoradovnikovic373 Před 5 lety +5

    Amazing. Beautiful. That voice...

  • @alexmurphy5289
    @alexmurphy5289 Před 5 lety +21

    Devin is such a confident and inspiring performer. He's a blast to see live

  • @jordanstuck747
    @jordanstuck747 Před 4 lety +3

    This dude just makes me cheerful

    • @cbcmusic
      @cbcmusic  Před 4 lety +1

      He's got a knack for that!

  • @n34z3r
    @n34z3r Před 5 lety +38

    What an amazing experience and performance. His vocals are insane. Dev and Prince are my fav artists because they do/did what they want/ed with talent thats unattainable.

    • @cbcmusic
      @cbcmusic  Před 5 lety +5

      What a great comparison! Both Devin Townsend and Prince are so unique.

    • @davemakesnoises
      @davemakesnoises Před 5 lety

      Neil Neazer it’s not unattainable. It’s hard work. It’s dedication. It’s finding obstacles to one’s creativity and then finding solutions to them. It’s consistency and it’s levity.

  • @SamBrem76
    @SamBrem76 Před 4 lety +6

    I really love HevyDevy. He 's so talented as guitar player, composer and singer. And he always seems to be a super nice and funny person.
    He is a 360° both artist and human.
    If you know him and his music, you can just love him

  • @Yesmaxno
    @Yesmaxno Před 5 lety +4

    That's what's called solo performance, and the performer is genius!

  • @Mel7vc
    @Mel7vc Před 5 lety +3

    This just adds another reason for me to love Devin a little bit more. If that was possible.

  • @legudu
    @legudu Před 5 lety +5

    Dude never fails to make me smile.

  • @ar156
    @ar156 Před 3 lety +5

    This is the best video to send to someone that never has listened to Devin and wait for their reaction

    • @arxonypersuntelikos4356
      @arxonypersuntelikos4356 Před 2 lety +2

      Haha just did that and now I saw your comment. Let's wait and see...

    • @ar156
      @ar156 Před rokem +1

      @@arxonypersuntelikos4356 I'm a year late (sorry about that lol), but how did they respond?

  • @davidDW3434
    @davidDW3434 Před 8 měsíci +1

    A truly 100 % artist, in every way 🤟🤟

  • @lassala
    @lassala Před 5 lety +4

    This man's control of his voice is just something out of this world. Not to mention the tones and colors of his voice. Well, yes, and the fact that he's a badass guitarist and songwriter. Ah, and there's also the fact he's an outstanding entertainer. Thank you for all of that, Devin!!! :)

  • @DortheKarinLarsen
    @DortheKarinLarsen Před 5 lety +7

    Watching this and so many other videos with him reminds me why this guy is one of my absolute favourite singers. He completely puts his heart and soul in to what he does and not only is he SO hilarious but he´s incredibly talented and down to earth. The times where I have been so fortunate as to see him live have been amazing. He has a way of completely spellbinding the audience from the word go having us in the palm of his hand. I bow to thee Devin Townsend xx

    • @cbcmusic
      @cbcmusic  Před 5 lety

      What's your favourite Devin Townsend song?

    • @DortheKarinLarsen
      @DortheKarinLarsen Před 5 lety

      @@cbcmusic Gosh I really have to give that some thought. There are so many to choose from :D

  • @melvingira
    @melvingira Před 5 lety +96

    I think I might actually enjoy his comedy more than his music...and I LOVE his music ;)

    • @GeoffBarone
      @GeoffBarone Před 5 lety +13

      MelvinGira Mikhael from Opeth and Devin should do a comedy tour

    • @CTeves97
      @CTeves97 Před 5 lety +8

      Geoff Barone prog metal comedy tour 😂

    • @GeoffBarone
      @GeoffBarone Před 5 lety +2

      Add Yes’ Rick Wakeman to this prog rock comedy tour...he’s hilarious

  • @RazielNecronomicon
    @RazielNecronomicon Před 8 měsíci +1

    This is phenomenal! Heavy Devy + Ziltoid 4 lifeternality!

  • @DortheKarinLarsen
    @DortheKarinLarsen Před 5 lety +5

    This guys is amazing! So talented so witty and so much down to earth. Wonderful voice :-))))

  • @thedrtime
    @thedrtime Před 5 lety +5

    Devin if you ever read this know you changed the earth for the good, this made me laugh, think, question and relax all at the same time, absolutely perfect.

  • @chriscurry2512
    @chriscurry2512 Před 4 lety +2

    Love the crazy that is Devin. A one of a kind Canadian treasure.

  • @tony.kmullinsstudio818
    @tony.kmullinsstudio818 Před 2 lety +2

    Class act, Devin. I'd love to come to a show like this with Devin playing sometime. Really fantastic.

  • @GangreneBallbag
    @GangreneBallbag Před 3 lety +2

    seen Devin 4 times live in Australia, ill continue to see him until he stops touring :)

  • @GiladSteinberger
    @GiladSteinberger Před 5 lety +13

    I love this guy so much!!

  • @yeaosh
    @yeaosh Před 5 lety +6

    Long time Devy fan here and this is one of the most incredible videos I've ever seen.

  • @Liz-cmc313
    @Liz-cmc313 Před 5 lety +5

    The Man is absolutely Beautiful and Brilliant.

  • @edwincoster7072
    @edwincoster7072 Před 4 lety +3

    I enjoyed the hell out of this.

  • @draugrnecrobird3780
    @draugrnecrobird3780 Před 2 lety +2

    Hi Devi! Lisa here. Thank you!

  • @JSBMable
    @JSBMable Před 3 lety +2

    such an amazing talent...

  • @stormangelus6638
    @stormangelus6638 Před 5 lety +4

    Okay, the meaning behind the song is creepy af. It went from being funny to suddenly this serious situation juxtaposed against the still humorous presentation of how Devin performed it. The realization is abrupt, dramatic, but still enrapturing. Love this!

  • @Jimjolnir
    @Jimjolnir Před 5 lety +10

    Crazy dude. The new album is epic.

  • @anthonymanley2143
    @anthonymanley2143 Před 5 lety +2

    Devin, you're simply the best.

  • @matthewgaffney2213
    @matthewgaffney2213 Před 5 lety +2

    Devin is the man!

  • @MegaStevie1990
    @MegaStevie1990 Před 5 lety +9

    I love him so much lol!! He’s such a joy 🤣

  • @j-sin3344
    @j-sin3344 Před 5 měsíci

    Hevy Devy!!!! THE KING OF KINGS OF METAL!!!

  • @MrJpm1989
    @MrJpm1989 Před 5 lety +3

    I love this guy because he is on such a higher level of talent than most people. Devon picks you up ,takes a bit chews you a bit then spits you out. If your able to survive you come out a better person with just a little bit more than most .

  • @symmetricalsyndrome6501
    @symmetricalsyndrome6501 Před 4 lety +2

    Holy crap this is crazy

  • @TheReTurnersFlips
    @TheReTurnersFlips Před 5 lety +2

    His voice. I've been a fan since way back in the Strapping Young Lad days and it never ceases to amaze me. It's just awe inspiring to see the range and control he has over it

  • @Gruggo
    @Gruggo Před 4 lety +2

    I love this man.

  • @GregoryDSelwah
    @GregoryDSelwah Před 5 lety +83

    I think Devin is the modern day Frank Zappa.

    • @cbcmusic
      @cbcmusic  Před 5 lety +9

      Interesting comparison. :)

    • @DerBroeckel
      @DerBroeckel Před 5 lety +1

      While they're definitely extremely amazing musicians/composers, I wouldn't really compare them with each other. Both are/were extremely creative and funny, but so unique it wouldn't be appropriate.

    • @DerBroeckel
      @DerBroeckel Před 5 lety +3

      Btw, aren't they kinda connected? Wasn't Devin the singer on a Steve Vai album (who was basically discovered by FZ AFAIK?)?

    • @EndItAll11
      @EndItAll11 Před 5 lety +2

      I've often described him as the love child of Zappa and Pavarotti

    • @themoviecapo
      @themoviecapo Před 5 lety +2

      Mike Patton fits better IMO

  • @heidibaltom8138
    @heidibaltom8138 Před 5 lety +1

    Im new to Devin only heard maybe 1 or 2 songs and holy crap im only 2 mins in and i have no words to describe this. Ive heard of him and know that hes a funny guy too but screaming like that with an acoustic guitar in such a quiet begining of a song takes commitment and one hell of a voice.

  • @ifyouarenotintometalyouare9445

    the ultimate frontman

  • @wansukteeha7052
    @wansukteeha7052 Před 5 lety +1

    Such a unique brilliant person god bless you thanks for the beautiful outstanding music
    Cheers devin

  • @alessandroborghese8148
    @alessandroborghese8148 Před 5 lety +1

    I don't know how but i just can't have enough of devin... yes it's funny but i find him to be so pure
    he's just fantastic and every time i hear his songs or him speaking i feel better
    Love you devin

  • @thatonedude1003
    @thatonedude1003 Před 5 lety +1

    One man and one guitar should not be this entertaining...surreal. Thanks Devy...

  • @ClintEwingFreestyle
    @ClintEwingFreestyle Před 3 lety +2

    Death stare at random audience member 1:30 legendary Townsend

  • @JoshAshConceptArt
    @JoshAshConceptArt Před 4 lety +1

    Devin is the absolute best!

  • @starwolffan13
    @starwolffan13 Před 5 lety +9

    Seeing him perform an acoustic set opening for Avatar next month! Super psyched.

    • @jakemoresea7415
      @jakemoresea7415 Před 5 lety +2

      I saw them at Mr Smalls in PA and they were amazing, you won't be disappointed. '68 and Dance With the Dead are awesome too. All around amazing performances.

    • @cbcmusic
      @cbcmusic  Před 5 lety +1

      Hope you enjoy it!

  • @robharris3922
    @robharris3922 Před 5 lety +5

    Saw Devin in London earlier this year...so consistently brilliant - roll on Dec for the Empath tour!

  • @Alumdeles
    @Alumdeles Před 3 lety +2

    Loved him since I heard Strapping Young Lad. Love the new haircut since then :P

  • @michaelcooke5443
    @michaelcooke5443 Před 5 lety +6

    This is one of the best things I've ever seen in my life. Love or hate the man's music, he is indisputably talented.

  • @satchito
    @satchito Před 5 lety +1

    I had the absolute pleasure to see this man live in New York City. One of the greatest musical experiences of my life. A true artist.

  • @xMRxZEROx
    @xMRxZEROx Před 5 lety +2

    I'm so happy I got to see him do this live a couple weeks ago. It was amazing. Now I just need to see him live with a full band and I can finally die happy. This man is pure genius wrapped up in succulent Canadian Bacon.

    • @brettkeepin808
      @brettkeepin808 Před 5 lety +1

      Tyler Messer yup it’s amazing,I’ve seen him as syl and Devin, so I’m gonna die happy, also my last song at my funeral is Thing beyond things, with the big scream at the end, I think in my coffin I’m gonna have big grin on my face😄

    • @xMRxZEROx
      @xMRxZEROx Před 5 lety

      @@brettkeepin808 That's awesome! I need to make sure I have a stipulation to play some Devin at my Funeral. Now I just need to decide what song. Haha

  • @stri8ted
    @stri8ted Před 5 lety +1

    Most beautiful human I have encountered

  • @BloodmoonCollective
    @BloodmoonCollective Před 5 lety +89

    Am I really seeing Love on CBC? what is life aha...

  • @PennsylvaniaDualSport
    @PennsylvaniaDualSport Před 4 lety

    Dev. You make me smile at times when there’s nothing to smile about. Thank you

  • @Ammiel1234
    @Ammiel1234 Před 5 lety +2

    What a great singer/songwriter.

  • @jordenlama2059
    @jordenlama2059 Před 5 lety +4

    Devin oooh Devin.... Genius

  •  Před 5 lety +1

    I want to go to that kind of Devin show immediately

  • @aLr_boosh
    @aLr_boosh Před 4 lety +1

    That was awesome! Never expected to hear Love acoustic in my life haha. Boosh!

  • @danglesify
    @danglesify Před 5 lety +2

    So beautful!

  • @rdbintang
    @rdbintang Před 5 lety +11

    1:37 psychophat screams of him that makes me wow since 1993

  • @dvincentblack
    @dvincentblack Před 5 lety +1

    Genius, as usual. Namaste!

  • @th3n3wc4d
    @th3n3wc4d Před 5 lety +3

    it's about damn time cbc gives Devy some "love'

  • @SpartanLaserCanon
    @SpartanLaserCanon Před 4 lety

    Even though band was not playing wirh a band when I saw him in Calgary, it was worth it for the guitar tones, his humor, and his singing and lyrics touched my soul like no other singer so far. Such a diverse musician. I hope he keeps going as a musician.
    That one concert was 6 hours with all the bands and the headliners being Avatar which I just recently got into and it was worth it. A band called rhe 68 inspired me by there stage presence and rocked harder than any band I have seen before and was one of the better punkish bands I have heard.