Disturbed's David Draiman on 'Fire It Up' + 'Sound of Silence' Cover
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David Draiman speaks of Disturbed's weed-inspired track "Fire it Up" and their cover of Simon & Garfunkel's "Sound of Silence."
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He speaks so eloquently and seems so down-to-earth.
Also, you can hear his goatee clinking.
+Ethentent
Well he does have three bachelor degrees, I'd assume he is pretty articulate.
I want him to be my father,
well my father is dead so I guess that would be a bag idea.
Goatee clinking...lmao
Omg! I never noticed the clinking.. it does clink and would drive me nuts.. lol
@@dazedconfuzed6 Saw another interview where they took truth posted vs fiction. He has a Bachelors, but I can't remember the full official, it's multi and pre law. He had tested (LSAT) and was ready, so crazy sharp. This after coming out of heroin addiction at 18. Really good interview, wish I had the link.
This dude looks like a beautiful human being. We need more David Draimans in the world.
Also, their cover of Sound of Silence is PHENOMENAL.
I honestly think they did outdo the Sound of Silence song because David's vocals make that cover so much more powerful than the original. They were right that it didn't need to be more upbeat or aggressive, but their skill made it so much more emotional to me than the original.
I agree with you completely
+rofire9 I get where you're coming from but I'd honestly say it was too powerful for the song. The original is so haunting and empty, similar to the meaning of the song. I think making it more powerful detracted from the implied feel of the song.
bullo247 You make a good point, but the way I see it, the lyrics convey the emptiness of the song, while the power added by the strings and David denotes the feeling of helplessness and pain that accompanies that emptiness. That's just how I see it. Both versions have strengths and weaknesses. I just prefer Disturbed's version.
+rofire9 it's not an emotional song, it's a very prophetic song and a dark one at that. Covers can never ever out do the original, because the original is the way it was meant to be.
Dark Child In order to have any meaning the song must have an emotional context. Otherwise it is just a bunch of words being sung. It is the emotion that draws attention from the listener and gets the point of the song across. Both songs had that emotional context. The only real difference is that they approached that context differently. The best way to get someone's attention is evoke an emotional response. Both the cover and the original do that. Therefore, in that respect, they are equal. As for prophetic, I would say poetic would be a more accurate description, but I will agree is does have a certain quality about that lend itself well to the prophetic description. One last note - I know you have your opinion and you have no intention of changing yours just as I will never change mine. All I am doing here is explaining my point of view. I am not trying to change your mind. You have a very interesting view of both songs. You also make some very logical and valid points when it comes to discussion. Thank you for sharing your views with me as they have helped me take a closer look at both songs and how I perceive them.
The original version of "Sound of Silence" was perfect for the 60's and this version is perfect for NOW.
Now and forever
@@codebreakeractivate6366 I bet they thought that in the 60s too . lol.
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David was right, many would see it as 'untouchable'. They didn't just do it justice though, they made one of the greatest covers of all time. Arguably better than the original.
I'm 52. It takes a lot to move me. That song had me in tears.
Well done.
Ohh David you and Disturbed absolutely out did that song.
Yours beyond doubt is the best version I've ever heard it's turned me into a fan.
I play this every night before bed.💜💜
I am 76, so 6 years ago I was 70. I remember when it came out with Simon & Garfunkel. I did not understand the song then but finally understood it after hearing Disturbed's version about a year ago.
I was walking in a mall (a very noisy one at that) when I first heard this cover. I faintly recognized the music and I was like "That's Sound of Silence, but it sounds different." Then his booming voice came through and I said to myself "I am going to find this song, and I am going to BUY it!"
As a Child of the 60s and 70s I grew up with the Simon and Garfunkel version of the classic song. IT never ever moved me in the way Disturbed have.
Jim Cull agreed 💯%
With all due respect to Simon and Garfunkel...I don't get chills when listening to their version. David nailed it! I can't get enough of this song!
Spine shivering stuff, simply incredibly good.
I've always been a fan of Disturbed but the fact that he admitted The Sound of Silence as almost untouchable makes him amazing. I applaud you as always
personally i felt that the disturbed cover of the sounds of silence out did the original
+Jordan “randomjunk101” Washko Definitely. Unbelievable cover!
+Jordan “randomjunk101” Washko I thought so, too. The original song addressed a fairly heavy theme with a lighthearted sound that just doesn't seem appropriate in my opinion. I think Disturbed brought literally the perfect amount of darkness and aggression to the song
There was a balance of elements just the right instrumental sounds mixed with proper vocal tone
+Alex Funes HATE ALERT HATE ALERT HATE ALERT!!!!
+Alex Funes I wish that there was the sound of silence but you are dribbling hatred out of your mouth
disturbed has been with me since i was young.. and always love when they did a cover.. but this specific cover.. all i have to say about THAT is... IF THIS COVER OF THAT SO G DOES NOT TOUCH YOU IN THAT SPECIAL PLACE ONLY MUSIC CAN... NOTHING WILL..!! its absolutely fkn brilliant..!!!
David said he hopes that their rendition of "Sound of Silence" moves us like it moves them. I"m completely moved every single time I listen to this amazing, amazing performance. Bravo!
So, "Fire It Up" is a fun song. That's it, it's that simple, and I love it when I can jam to it in my car. As far as "Sound of Silence" goes, I'd heard my daughter needs back surgery (for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis) that day, and I was listening to it in bed that night, with all the thoughts and images in my head of my 13 year old girl in the hospital, and "Sound of Silence" came on and in the dark of my bedroom, I cried. Then, I slept. And it was amazing.
hope the surgery goes well and she recovers fast. I cried to this song thinking about my grandads funeral
+StormyLaura H best for your daughter. I heard this music with 17 years and I think: maybe I can see something good from stay in the silence... I just spent 7 hours meditating and writting to clear my mind and my soul
+StormyLaura H amen sister i like this song
Hope she's well my friend
"I can only hope that affects everyone else the same way."
Oh, it *does*! I was absolutely gobsmacked by how affected I was by your rendition of the song!
Your powerful cover of Sound Of Silence opened up a whole new window into that lyric. I am an old hippie who is still in search of the deeper meaning of everything. So in that light, I must say that this brought me to a vast place of understanding. It also prompted me to read the lyrics out loud to myself, and I was reminded what a brilliant writer Paul Simon is. Thanks for giving that song the attention it deserves.
+Kathy Zimmerman The best analysis I've read is that Simon & Garfunkel's recording was a warning of what the world was heading toward: a dark and foreboding performance. Disturbed's cover sounds more accusatory of what we have now become: angrier and more powerful (certainly vocally), while retaining the same haunting tone of the original.
I would love to hear Paul Simon's opinion of the cover.
+Harv72b Couldn't have said it better!
+Kathy Zimmerman I, too, am an old hippie. In our day (for lack of a better word), the original was amazing. I remember being totally stoned and singing along with my 45 record. David's voice is amazing but the fact that we can see his facial expressions make this song so powerful. I can't imagine that Paul Simon and Art Garfunkle would have anything but praise for David Draiman and Disturbed. One hippie to another........
+Kathy Zimmerman Beautifully said...
+Kathy Zimmerman so trueeeeee
I loved S&G's sound of silence, having never heard of Disturbed before (sorry), I thought nooo, leave it alone. I think I've played it over and over ten times in the last 30 minutes already! Fan bloody tastic, I'm off to find out what else they have done! One of the best covers I've heard to date!
+Rokviik Plays hahahahahaaaa
celticslimjim
Whachu laffn' at foo? Ain't nutn' funneh!!
They did a cover of genesis land of confusion and a cover pf u2s still havent found what im looking for
Re David's comment about how he felt listening to his vocals on Sound Of Silence: totally did that for me. Sent chills up & down my spine & the hairs on my arms stood on end. It's awesome. I'd never realised how powerful the song, the words, really were. At 61 years old, I must have heard that song hundreds, literally hundreds, of times, but felt that this was the first time I'd actually HEARD it. It's inspired & I love it. Thank you, to David & Disturbed.
In its small meaning way, Disturbs rendition of Sound of Silence changed something good in me.
It was sticky goodness for my soul.
I don't know how he gets through the song without breaking down. I heard this on the radio today and several repetitions since. I cant make it through without breaking into tears. The emotion he puts into his performance starts out humble and then envelops you and is absolutely wrenching as his voice soars over the last half of the song.
The fact that it hit him in the same visceral way is awesome.
When I saw remake of S&G's Sound of Silence my first thought was "sacrilege"... I hadn't heard of Disturbed before so I decided to give it a listen. WOW, you guys rocked it. I don't think anyone can ever "outdo" the original, it's just a classic. However, you guys definitely did it "justice" and your version is just as powerful and compelling. OUTSTANDING job.... ;-)
I don't know why Disturbed's version of this song made me think of my deceased son, but it watered my eyes and I really think they outdid themselves. It sounds so powerful yet soothing. Thanks guys.
It's beautiful. It brings me to tears and moves my soul. I've heard the original thousands of times and love it. This version just does so much more. Thank you for covering it.
I can't stop listening to this version. Gives me goosebumps. Simply stunning!
I love his dramatic edge to the song that has been one of my favorites from Simon and Garfunkel, It does the same to me every time I listen to it...Misty eyed with so much emotion, This is what I love about music and some songs does this to me, I gravitate to sounds like this...it grabbed me!
So glad you went there! I can't wait to hear more! I love your voice David Draiman, it's awesome! Gave me chill bumps 1st 5 times I listened to it.
David Draiman's video and voice absolutely affected me - his voice is UNBELIEVABLE and I truly like it better than the original version. I've listened to this song so many times in the last few days and I can't get enough
Beautiful, sticky-icky goodness.
Must...not...make...dirty...joke...oh goddammit it sounds like semen
+ihatemcdonalds if its green you need that shit checked out
If you're Shrek it's perfectly normal...
+ihatemcdonalds I'm crying....think about Nickelodeon slime!
That loud shit
...I will be 62 in Aug. I have been listening to this song since my early teens...until Disturbed cover...I had Never really Heard the Words...It was never as PROPHETIC as it is Now...I could loop this All Day
Sound of Silence is a song I’ve adored since I was a child - they made an absolutely hauntingly beautiful cover of it. Couldn’t have asked for anything more epic.
OMG .....I thought I knew that song but you have made me realize I knew nothing. You made me feel that song for the first time. I am a grandmother of 9 and it gives me goosebumps everytime I listen. Now a Disturbed fan and can't wait to get to know some of your other music. Your voice and the music you make is amazing. My Grandchildren will be proud.
It absolutely did. It did effect me. It is simply beautiful. Absolute perfection.
Can't seem to get enough of it I play it over and over❤👍😍
I grew up with Simon & Garfunkel's version of "Sound of Silence" and I have to admit that David Draiman and Disturbed NAILED this, it is by far so much more emotional and real, I love it, I play it at least three times a day, can't get enough of it! Hope someone tells them, y'all are terrific! David, your voice in this was phenomenal!
I am glad they pushed David as well because the first time I heard the cover I choked up and almost cried as well. Right in the feels.....I'm a manly man.
Not just a singer but a wise and honest guy. S & G cover ... BRILLIANT !!!!! 💖💚💙💛💜❤
I think it's safe to say that it does move most of us in the same manner as he speaks of in this video.
I was a pup when the first version came out and I love it. I love the fact that you took this song and brought it to another generation
Have to say as a person who was around when Simon & Garfunkel sang this. Disturbed's version is brilliant
The Sound of Silence affected me, and most of the people I've played it to in the same way. My eyes still water every time I hear it!
I love this guy. So real and genuine. I'm here because of Disturbs rendition of the Sound of Silence. An absolutely brilliant cover song.......but let's not forget, Paul Simon WROTE this incredible song and he and Art Garfunkel created this genius classic. It stands on its own, as Disturbs version is second to none. Yada Yada Yada.
The first time I heard the cover of Sound of Silence I got chill bumps and I do every time I listen to it !!
I feel like this song is relevant today and this version really drives it home. I've had it on a loop and it still gives me chills. Absolutely amazing work.
I've always loved the 2 versions (acoustic and electric) that Simon and Garfunkel made. This version just adds a third fantastic take. I would almost say it is better than the originals, but I think it's more that they simply compliment and complete each other. I am a 62 year old hippie who listened to S&G constantly. I am very happy to find out about this version. It is perfect!
Amazing.
Sound of Silence gave me goosebumps and tears. So beautiful. I was a fan of the original and now at almost 60 I have heard the best version of the song. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you
as a child of the 60's and 70's this cover for Sound of Silence was mind blowing, the power behind it was amazing !
absolutely brilliant cover,Simon and garfunkle would be proud 😊
Paul Simon messaged David after the Conan performance to congratulate him and posted a link on his page. High praise from on legendary artist to another.
Great Sound of Silence cover. Well-spoken artist. Good job.
I am blown away by the Sound of Silence cover. It has been haunting me since I heard it 2 days ago. I used to make fun of the vocals of Down with the Sickness for my husband and sons, but now, you have made a fan of me. David, your vocals are amazing. The lyrics to Sound of Silence are still relevant today, and hearing it in your version really speaks to me.
I remember at one point, I used to really not be into Disturbed. I wasn't really into aggressive rock. I've been in a few cover bands, and one or two of them did cover Down with the Sickness. It was actually a very cathartic song to perform.
A song that sold me on Disturbed was "Prayer". I loved the feel of that song...the vocals especially.... as a singer, vocals are what sell a song for me, and David Draiman struck a home run with me on that one.
Then I heard their song "Darkness". I remembered "WOW! David Draiman has a beautiful voice...I bet he and Disturbed could smoke a song like 'Dust in the Wind'!" I was cemented. David Draiman had become my favorite singer of the last couple of decades.
Then I heard their cover of "The Sound of Silence". Any and all doubt was removed from that point forward. The integrity and honor they do this song is beyond any criticism or reproach anyone can level at it. It is one of the most beautiful covers I've ever heard in my life...and DIsturbed have done some bad-ass covers before....but this one....I don't think there are enough superlatives that can be said about it.
I think this Band is just the catalyst of my late teens, my 20's taste of hard Rock...and now my 30's...Im in Love
I gotta say. That every artist has that one song where everything comes together vocally, mentally, physically, and spiritually in such a way that perfection oozes out of it. I believe sound of silence was meant for David's voice. He was made for that song
I am in love with Disturbed's version of Sound of Silence. Have always loved the song and now found a new way of listening to it. It's amazing and the vocals on it are amazing and I hope he does other songs with vocals like that. Simply perfection.
I listened to Sound of Silence the first time because a friend posted it on fb and said "Epic!" The imagery and music in the vidoe is stunning and David Draiman's voice is so full of passion gives me chills.
Vocals are worth performance of the year. Chills up and down my spine. Song of the year, only a few can make a remake their own, Disturbed can and did. I'm 54 years young and have always enjoyed your music. Keep rockin!!!!!
The first time I heard the Sound of Silence I got goose bumps. Still do sometimes. I went back and listened to the original just to compare and Distributed blew it away. It is now David's song. Amazing!
Love all of you guys! It's AWESOME that you're going back on tour! LOVE YOU DAVID!
I have heard the Simon & Garfunkel version of this a million times. When I came across Disturbed's version it brought tears to my eyes and gave me full body chills. Every time I listen to it it does the same thing. I love the different ranges David's voice works through - starting off so haunting then getting raspy and powerful at the end. This is one of the most impactful songs I've ever heard. I LOVE IT and it TOTALLY out does the S&G version. That's my opinion anyway. But I'm a sucker for good metal
Sound of Silence is not only the greatest cover song I have ever heard, but it is one of the most beautifully haunting songs (because of David's voice) I have ever heard!
Beautiful Powerful Amazing!!! I keep on replaying it, it's affected me deeply. Am 62 remember the original and still love it! You have created something which moves me deeper and my Heart. Thanks I have just discovered you and really like you❤️
As a child growing up in 60's and 70's and the U.S. in a cold war with Russia. Their were times with tensions between our two nations during these years, that when I went to bed at night, you sometimes wondered if you would wake up in the morning fearing that a all out nuclear exchange between our two nations could start at any moment! Disturbed's remake of the song "Sound of Silence" brought all these emotions back to me that I remember as a child! Very powerful song! It made me cry!
has it effected me , well hell yeah. I have this song in my head, over and over all day, and wake up having heard it in my dreams all night. I cant thank you enough for this cover. its forever one of my favorite songs
this guy is an inspiration for me, since my childhood i listen to Disturbed and David's voice give me all that other singers doesn't gave : emotion, it's like all your sentimental things are gone and you are in the song in his voice I don't know how to explain.. but I know I'll always be in love with this band and his voice .
Sounds of Silence shouldn't be compared to it's earlier version. It stands alone. Both great songs during strained times in America. I appreciate both versions immensely and love listening to both.
The sound of silence is one of the songs that grabs you, it is simply wonderful. And I love it
It most definitely affected our household. Gave all of us the chills. I would love to know what Simon and Garfunkel think of it. What an amazing and powerful homage to their phenomenal classic.
Their rendition is the most powerful and haunting version I have ever heard. To answer Davids final question...IT DOES!!!
If you keep singing with THAT voice, I will love your music. Sounds of Silence was absolutely brilliant and I am totally in love with THAT voice! Magnificent!
Anomie Jo he always had that voice
I just love this version of Sounds of Silence and it blew me away!
I didn't think anyone could touch sound of silence, but Disturbed certainly touched it! An amazing cover!
I have to agree with Jordan: It out did the original. THIS is how this song and it's powerful lyrics was meant to be played. I'm 65 and grew up with Simon & Garfunkel but David and the band hit it right on. The first time I heard I cried openly for it's beauty, honesty and power. WELL DONE! And I bought the album after hearing that song. √√√
Sound of silence stopped me in my tracks- David you intensified it and I was brought to tears listening to it. I would love to hear you sing in concert. Vancouver BC
I fell in love with the Disturbed cover of "Sound of Silence" & Davids range in that song, which, led me to listen to other albums .
Thank you Disturbed & David for that cover & a host of other songs & albums, so Awesome.
I was super high driving to Walmart and sounds of silence came on....BEST MUSICAL TRIP I'VE HAD EVER!
did my research when I got home and found out it was a cover it just amazed me. Best song in the record in my opinion.
Both versions are great. Somehow disturbed manages to make another cover that is better than the original. Imo
+Self Destruct oh dude hell yeah its different! you become one with your car every single note of your music hits, its fun I recommend it
(don't drive drunk though that's different)
The Sound of Silence.... a song that has been in my soul since it first came out way back when. It's format then fit the times and Simon & Garfunkel couldn't have been outdone. NOW ... Disturbed's version moved me to tears and re-fired my tired rebel heart because the cover is presented in a way that fits the current times. The same issues exist today as then ... but more dark. This cover couldn't be more perfect. I love it ... and I love what it says to my heart. Both versions live side by side in my soul. And David, your vocals ... OMG we need to hear your voice more.
It's a beautifully done cover and makes you think about the original in a different way. Which is exactly what I'd hope to feel when a band does a cover.
The first time I heard this with my 4 year old daughter I started singing. Now whenever it comes on she's says to me "Daddy, sing it." It's a wonderful way to introduce her to a band I grew up with as well as one of the classical masterpieces from the 60s at the same time.
sound of silence, especially the video, feels like a tribute to dead musicians. the band is in some ethereal place, like another dimension, a transitional world, where musicians cross over to the afterlife, and disturbed are watching and narrating, in the graveyard of lost songs, that will never be completed and played, for the living. very touching video. i honestly needed this after the death of so many great rockstars, recently. bowie, dio, lemmy, hanneman and weiland, i will miss you all.
Not many songs give me goose bumps, this one did. Great job, great cover!
I love how they did the Sound of Silence, OMG is was awesome!!
omg...this version blew me away....it brought the meaning of the song right to this very moment in time....i think disturbed has outdid themselves ...the song has new meaning to me and gave me goosebumps and tears....such a beautiful message...thank you for doing this sound of silence
Yes, David, it sure did effect me, got misty eyed myself. It is a beautiful rendition of the song, your and the band did quite a job of paying homage to it and it's original artists.
I'm 52, and have adored the S&G version of Sound of Silence for most of my life. I was pretty leery of listening to Disturbed's cover, but I'm so glad I did! David Draiman needs to sing acoustically more often! His "normal" voice is simply amazing. It's so smooth, hypnotic, and addicting. I'm also grateful they treated the cover with the respect such an iconic song deserves. This is going on my playlist.
YOU HAVE NO IDEA HOW YOUR VERSION OF SOUND OF SILENCE AFFECTS US. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR BEAUTIFUL VOICE REMAKING THIS SONG. ALL I CAN SAY IS WOW AS I WIPE TEARS AWAY. PERFECTION!
The original is so iconic but the vocals and the power behind it make you understand what the words are saying more. The original more or less passes through you but this hits you at the heart.
Amazing voice on this track. I have friends that all say that this song rocked them to their core. Amazing rendition and it truly pays homage to the original. Well done.
What a smart, nice, grounded and insightful person. And very musically talented. I wish more rock stars were like this...and who don't believe their opinions and words are the be all and end all. Great interview.
Dude, trust me, whether people want to admit it or not it's a moving piece of music. when I first heard it I had to play it back like 5x's but by the 2nd play I was like you, got real emotional. not too many songs can do that. great job. and thank you for having the balls to put that out!
i loved the sound of silence and im a huge fan of simon and Garfunkel song.. so well done to all.. great version and thx for not changing it too much..
When I first heard Sounds of Silence by S&G it blew me away. The message, however, meant something completely different in those days. Yesterday I heard Disturbeds cover of the song, and suddenly, the incredible relevancy knocked me back ten paces. Never before in the history of man have people talked so much without speaking, nor 'heard' without listening. Suddenly, Paul Simon appears to me as a prophet, because he couldn't have possibly known society would arrive to this place we are today. The video goes on to show that no matter how silent mankind may become with each other, music continues to be the one sound we all seek, thirst for, and what defines us. I wish you would do more in this vein, David, your voice is so powerful, and your rendition of this song is how I felt it in my soul for all these years. Thank you.
I am incredibly grateful you guys had the idea and the courage to follow up. You respected the original (which I have always loved) and made it so much more powerful. IMHO the best cover any band ever did of any song, ever.
you gave me goosebumps with that song. the oscillation of your voice in sound of silence is amazing when you dont push your voice to hard. your voice has a great tone, embrace it...my hope is you can somehow pull off another epic sound like that
I love that song, and I admit it, I might be a tough guy Alaskan logger, but that song gets me teary eyed as well!! Great version!!!
A beautiful Homage David. Thank you.
the power and strength and meaning in the song wow you gave me goosebumps listening to it even my mum who doesnt like metal loves the album
He was right, they didn't and couldn't outdo the original but they did put another spin on a already epic song and made it more epic and heavy in their own way. Absolutely incredible, made me have chills and misty eye's too.
It definitely affects me that way. Every time I hear it, there are tears. It's truly a master work. The video, too.
I so much love Sound of silence, I am so glad that David was pushed to do this.
All I can say is thank you. You guys are an awesome team and it shows with the quality of your work. In my own opinion you guys did a better version than the original, stirring up so much emotion it's unreal. Keep up the good work and I'm looking forward to whatever you chuck out of the studio next. Rock on!
His voice his PERFECT for ‘Sound of Silence’
I did not even know who Disturbed was until after hearing this song and doing some research. (Okay maybe I live under a rock-or maybe I am just old) The cover of Sounds of Silence is amazing and so much more moving than the original. It is like it should have been to begin with.