The Contortionist - Michael Lessard - "Ethan's Story and Language / Clairvoyant Explained!"

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I was very lucky to be able to have a chat with the absolutely delightful Michael Lessard before The Contortionist's incredible headline show in London where I asked him about Ethan and many others and the truth behind Language and Clairvoyant. Enjoy guys!
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@subjectbigy 4 года назад

Finally, a interviewer who asks REAL questions

@TheMetalTris 4 года назад

Hey there my friend, well thank you ever so much! I have to say I think that this was one of my favourite interviews. I feel like The Contortionist really strike an emotional chord with their fans and to be able to pick Michael’s brains was a real treat. One of the nicest dudes as well! Plus you get the added bonus of hearing Palm Reader screaming in the background hahaha thanks for the love! Be safe out there

@subjectbigy 4 года назад

@@TheMetalTris Definitely subscribing. Keep up the good work. Think you can hit Being As An Ocean next?

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

@@subjectbigy Oh damn, apologies, I hadn't seen this man! I will do my best when they might next be on an album cycle but currently I've got Gojira, Fear Factory and Alustrium all in my sights - all killer bands for very different reasons haha - thanks for replying as well my friend, sorry that mine was so late!

@jamesclark8682 6 лет назад

07:18-08:03 thats me holy shit I didnt even think he'd remember me meeting him!!

@TheMetalTris 6 лет назад

Hey James! Man how awesome is that?! I'm so glad that you got to see that he really did remember you, thanks so much for watching the video man. I bet that must have been pretty special for you, he's such a lovely dude! Thanks again man and out of curiosity what is your favourite song from TC?

@jamesclark8682 6 лет назад

he's one of the nicest dudes out there for sure I'd have to say my favorite song from them is either return to the earth or thrive

@jamesclark8682 6 лет назад

that first time I saw them was great too back in 2014 they played a few tracks from language intrinsic and exoplanet

@rockkid407 5 лет назад

He's a really great guy! I met him when he was in Last Chance to Reason and briefly for a moment when he was filling in for TC's old vocalist, and I bought VIP for a headliner a couple years later and he remembered my name and where we met and what show. It blew my mind and made me fan boy so hard haha

@GhANeC 5 лет назад

His friend must be so proud, wherever he is, that Mike wrote the lyrics to such an incredible song like Return To The Earth in tribute to him.

@justindesjardins5186 5 лет назад

The clairvoyant album saved my life after my mother died. She was the last family member I had besides my children. I don't know if I'd be here now if I didn't have those songs for nights I was alone and couldnt sleep.

@Hellion6325 4 года назад

Kudos for being brave enough to choose life over death, man. Hope you're doing better these days

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Justin, apologies for not seeing this sooner. I always trying to reply to as many comments as I can but this one must have slipped through the cracks. It is incredibly brave of you to say that man - I hope that the interview was nice for you and fingers crossed we might get a new chapter from the band soon eh!

@justindesjardins5186 3 года назад

@@TheMetalTris hey man no need to apologize! I'm in a much a better place theses day mentally. I hope you are well, take care. :)

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

@@justindesjardins5186 That's fantastic to hear man! This is what I love about RU-vid and music that there are so many people looking out for one another. Glad to hear that you're doing so much better man :) - now all we need to see is new Contortionist material!

@hardsoftgames8344 5 лет назад

honestly this interview was sick. no lame questions, great responses from an intelligent dude

@TheMetalTris 5 лет назад

jakemch Hey Jake! Man thanks so much for the kind words! You’ve caught me at a good time normally it takes me a while to respond to people haha! I’m so glad that people have been enjoying the interview. Michael was such a lovely and down to earth guy and chatting to his was a real joy. Thanks so much again for the kind words my man!

@hardsoftgames8344 5 лет назад

@@TheMetalTris you set him up well for great responses. keep up the awesome work

@jasey8134 5 лет назад

Language and clairvoyant will remain one of the best progressive albums forever

@BTBAM819 5 лет назад

I completley agree with you! And Lessard is one of the best singers of the current scene IMO.

@user-id2dx4qd6j 4 года назад

Darkbloom really tho. maybe not the most technical, and most prog, but I think The Contortionist has great musicality, something that a lot of prog bands lack. they’re one of a kind.

@Heinrick192 6 лет назад

The philosophical depth of Language, and moving into Clairvoyant, is incredibly profound. Both are among my favorite albums. Great to hear Michael talk about the dual concepts here.

@TheMetalTris 6 лет назад

Hey Heinrick192! Man I can't agree with you more. There's so much depth on both records that I feel that even if you're listening to it for the bajillionth time, you'll still hear some form of nuance you might not have before, discover a new melody or a new lyric but simultaneously none of is overbearing! Its absolutely fantastic. Thanks so much for watching and I hope that you enjoyed the interview :)

@Heinrick192 6 лет назад

For sure! I've been listening to Language close to everyday for years now, and I just found out that the ending guitar melody during the "Ebb and flow" section of Language I and II is at the end of Primordial Sound, which is referenced in Language II's lyrics. The idea of the ebb and flow of modes of being is highlighted throughout the album lyrically, of course, but I didn't realize there was a musical motif that reappeared as well. I honestly think Language is one of the greatest albums ever written.

@ichwillmehrleni 6 лет назад

@@Heinrick192 one of the greatest albums ever written? definitely! * its's so good, it's (in)sane.

@DearFreja 5 лет назад

This. My two favourite albums also. Just wonderful.

@snusk741 5 лет назад

some random interpretation of an album =/= philosophy

@edsmeds7233 6 лет назад

Michael seems so real. I hope to shake his hand and harmonize with him someday.

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Hell yeah! That would be amazing, thank you for taking the time to check out the interview and hope that it gave you even more perspective on the band. Means the world! I'm sure you'll get to do that one day!

@danielnstr 3 года назад

The story about that 8yo kid and the school using the "Intuition" line from Language was tear jerking. What an awesome story Michael!

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Hey there Daniel, thanks so much for the kind words about Michael's story man, I think that this has over time become one of my all time favourite interviews that I've had the pleasure of doing. Amazing stuff. Hope you enjoyed it and fingers crossed we might get their next instalment soon eh!

@danielnstr 3 года назад

@@TheMetalTris I would love that and I look forward to watching it if/ when you do! Also, are you stoked for their online performance of "Clairvoyant" this Saturday! I know my girl Kristi and I are. Anyways, much respect and look forward to more content.

@youraveragefloridaboy519 Год назад

Thanks lol. I'm the kid he's talking about. I'm 14 now

@danielnstr Год назад

@@youraveragefloridaboy519 well nice to meet you! I enjoyed hearing about your experience very much.

@youraveragefloridaboy519 Год назад

@@danielnstr its very surreal seeing a video with me being mentioned in it. I hope to meet him again

@kriskenard 5 лет назад

shout out to you, Ethan!

@fnxych3penicillin350 6 лет назад

I loved Language and Clairvoyant but after watching this interview and realizing the concept of both albums, I loved it even more. What a classy guy. Great interview btw.

@stuartsarre 5 лет назад

This is how I feel too! The lyrical content takes on a whole new meaning to me.

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Hey there Mustapha! First off I just want to say sorry for taking so long to respond to your comment my friend. I try to answer as many comments as I can on here but with me only being the one person it can be a bit tricky. I just wanted to say thank you ever so much for the kind words - it really does mean a lot and to see just how much of an impact this interview had on so many people really is heartwarming. I love this band so much and Clairvoyant and Language are both exceptional albums. Can't wait to see what we get next from the guys. Sending all the love and positivity to you and be safe out there my friend. Thanks again for checking out the video!

@Paroton 5 лет назад

Intuition, speak to me. Damn. That line hit hard more after Ethan's story.

@erichodges9536 3 года назад

Much Respect for both of these guys being professional throughout the whole interview.....with the whole other band sound checking behind them. Lead singer is very intelligent.

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Hey there Eric! Thanks ever so much man, this, unfortunately is the blessing / curse of The Underworld here in London that it can be incredibly difficult to get interviews all done and dusted whilst the band are sound checking but I have to say, this was one of my favourite interviews that I've ever done and I can't wait to speak to Michael again whenever we might get a second album from The Contortionist. As the old adage goes, good things come to those who wait eh! Be safe out there my friend and I hope that you enjoyed the video my friend!

@samsavage712 6 лет назад

"SHIIT SHIIT SHIIIIIIIIIITT"

@samsavage712 6 лет назад

6:46

@dub____8409 5 лет назад

lol he's saying "check" like vocalists do while they're setting up

@James-yt6to 5 лет назад

Lmfao

@jbasti227 5 лет назад

Lmfaoo that caught me off guard. Pretty sure he's saying "check" as in a soundcheck but still funny as hell

@horizontaljumper1991 5 лет назад

I’m dying 😂😂

@MarkToast99 Год назад

Clairvoyant has been one of my favorite albums of all time since it came out. The way it was written through metaphors and designed to capture specific *feelings* rather than just specific sounds makes it so immersive. Never heard an album that feels like a physical space the way this one does

@zachrizzo6525 4 года назад

His intellect and sharpness is very telling. Great work with a great band

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Hey there Zach, thanks so much for the kind words and I am so glad that you enjoyed the interview so much. I genuinely think that The Contortionist are one of the most fascinating modern Prog bands out there - still one of my favourites to this day. Hope you enjoyed the chat! Sorry that I am so late in replying!

@lenilopez7880 Год назад

The language album spoke to me differently. I always tought it was about life being life, the universe itself. To this day this album is one of my favorites. Super inspiring. And gets me out of really dark places.

@lukasdiwoky5 6 лет назад

Wow. I love how he describes pop-music. Gotta pay more attention to what he talked about in the future.

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

I've got to say, after chatting to him I really started to do the same and looking for different nuances in surroundings that perhaps normally I wouldn't have immersed myself in you know? Thanks for taking the time to check the video out and apologies that my reply is like 2 years late lol

@nemesisnine3297 Год назад

That album has power. I was able to let go and write a song for my ex wife who left and i see her smile in every thing and in all the cute things. I was able to let go of the pain and i embraced happiness. Christ bless such talented musicians. And thank you for the clairvoyant album.

@jfredtiell4100 3 года назад

godspeed is by far one of my favorite songs of all time

@stefanlorusso9349 6 лет назад

Just became a fan today. Never realized how amazing last chance to reason and the contortionist is.

@samsavage712 6 лет назад

On a serious note, thank you so much for this interview I really enjoy this deeper stuff.

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Hey there Sam, It's an absolute pleasure! Sorry that it has taken me so long to get back to you but I appreciate every kind word said here. I try my best to reply, regardless of how late it might be in the game but it really does mean the world that you enjoyed the interview. Seeing the response here, it has definitely become one of my favourite interviews that I've done for sure. Be safe out there and thanks again!

@Ryo7_7 3 года назад

Huge fan since Exoplanet with The initial singer and relates to my, and others, life that I’ve dealt with. Enjoyable to listen to and be inspired by. 🤙🏾

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

That’s awesome! Exoplanet and Intrinsic are two fantastic records but for me i think it’s Language and Clairvoyant that are my all time Favs. I think The Contortionist are one of the most inspired bands out there and this interview has become one of my all time favourites. Thanks so much for checking it out and your words too!

@franlovelsimic8421 6 лет назад

Loudwire, Metalcucks, Blabbermouth, all of them have nothing on your interviews Tris! Keep up with the amazing job. Adore Contortionist and watching this excellent interview made me love them even more! Lessard is a wonderful human being, quiet but so well-spoken and polite.

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Dude! I hadn't seen this comment until right now haha - better late than never eh? Thanks so much Fran, means the world and I hope that you're still doing your Loveloth reviews dude! I am sure that they're opening up all sorts of worlds for others as well :) be safe man

@Hahvayz 5 лет назад

Beautiful band, everything they make is magical, awesome interview man

@TheMetalTris 5 лет назад

ShookHot Hey dude! I’m sorry it’s taken me so long to see this, I try and reply to as many comments as possible but it can sometimes be problematic haha! They truly are such a wonderful, wonderful band. Speaking with Mike was also really profound too. Been a fan for a while and had a lot of questions I wanted to ask. Thanks so much for taking the time to watch the video dude. Hope you’re doing well!! :)

@PastorShayne 5 лет назад

Return to the earth was a profound song for me when I lost one of my closest clients to a relapse death after he was clean for more than a year... thank you man... I shared it with the whole family

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Oh man, I'm so sorry to hear this. Honestly I think that this interview is one of my all time favourites truth be told. The amount of raw emotion that you can feel from Michael is truly lovely, not to mention that he was such a lovely spirit when we were chatting. My sincere (and very late!) condolences - I try to reply to all comments but sometimes it can be a little bit difficult - thank you ever so much and fingers crossed we might get some new material from the band soon eh!

@ruthlessrog1 2 года назад

Lessard is amazing vocally & lyrically. The Contortionist is def a stand alone force.

@sicboi80 6 лет назад

Mike is such a good person. Love The Contortionist!

@tylerbaars1173 5 лет назад

Wow. I would've never known any of this without the video though in the newer music there's definitely more hints but this was a fantastic interview I hope I can meet him one day

@TheMetalTris 5 лет назад

Tyler Baars Hey Tyler! Well thanks so much for the kind words man. It really does mean the world. Especially as I am somewhat of a one man operation and it’s just me haha! I have loved the contortionist so much more after Lessard joined and this was definitely one of my favourite interviews I did last year. Thanks so much for the kind words man, are you a big fan? It sounds like it!! :)

@steffren 4 года назад

Big love for Ethan! My best friend passed away in November and there are so many questions I never got to ask. The Contortionist really help when it comes to putting those broken pieces together, trying to make sense of it all. He always had issues with drugs, he passed away near enough on his birthday at the age of 29. I spend a lot of my time trying to work out what went wrong and just coping with this surreal amalgamation of emotions and unanswered questions. Clairvoyant's lyrics help me a lot at times like these, to make some sense of the chaos. For that, I'll always be grateful.

@LootFragg 3 года назад

Wholesome.

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

I couldn’t have put it better myself. This is definitely one of my favourite interviews I’ve done to date for sure. Thanks so much for checking out the interviews and hope you enjoyed it? :)

@LootFragg 3 года назад

@@TheMetalTris Yes. You did this well. Good interview.

@KRAPYBARA84 6 лет назад

What a cool story about Ethan!!

@danglol 2 года назад

i JUST saw them for the first time in Nashville. they played all of Language (which I had never heard), and Exoplanet (which got me to write music 10 years ago), and I could not even move. Despite being exhausted from a very, very long tour, they were giving the audience a straight up exorcism. First time seeing them live and the best show i’ve seen.

@theriffnotebook8412 5 лет назад

Ah man, that means he was probably still pretty sick when I met him in Atlanta on that tour. You would not have known it though. He was super kind to everybody at the VIP, and he was an absolute beast on stage later that night!

@kevinm.n.5158 3 года назад

His voice and the thoughtful, composed way he talks reminds me of MM although beyond that you couldn't compare the two men. Both musical legends in their own rights

@fullmetalmedia4877 6 лет назад

Absolutely loved this interview! Very well spoken man and seems very easy going, been wanting to speak with Michael for quite some time. Well done man! Love the raven that refused tattoo. Keep it up \m/

@TheMetalTris 6 лет назад

Hey Full Metal Media! Thanks for the kind words man especially about The Raven hehe, honestly one of the best albums I have ever heard. Like on par with Language and Clairvoyant. I think I just love the depth of just how much all three of those albums not only show you but reveal over time as well. They're classic albums for sure! I've picked up Language on vinyl as well, beautiful eggshell pressing! Thanks so much for the positive vibes though and I'm so glad that you enjoyed the interview as well :) Thanks as ever for the support!

@youraveragefloridaboy519 Год назад

Hello everyone. I am actually the kid from the story. I still listen to contortionist.

@ckokomo808 4 года назад

Such an amazing interview. Beautiful to see Michael’s recognition of his ability to impact others and the caution that comes with that. The band is a truly special group. Thanks for doing this interview and thanks Michael for sharing.

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Hey there Christopher! Man apologies for not getting back to you until now, I forget just how many comments some of these videos get but I am hugely, hugely grateful for you checking out the video and thank you so much! I absolutely love The Contortionist, genuinely think that they are one of the most exciting bands of the current era. Fingers crossed it won't be too long until we get a new record eh!

@ckokomo808 3 года назад

@@TheMetalTris Super stoked for their live show on Saturday! My fiancé and I had tickets to see them, Haken, and Devin Townsend before Covid. This will have to do for now! Thanks for getting back to me. Definitely keep up the great work!

@AdrielnerEPinto 3 года назад

This interview introduced me to Palm Reader

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Dude that's so cool! I'm so glad that you were able to check out Palm Reader, they're honestly one of my favourite UK bands at the moment so to hear that this led you onto them is absolutely massive! I actually had a chat with Andy from PR before this chat on the day which is on my RU-vid channel as well but we talk all about Braille so not really related to their new one Sleepless but still, thought I might let you know if this might be your thing :) Thanks again dude and hope you enjoyed the interview!

@AdrielnerEPinto 3 года назад

@@TheMetalTris Yeah man Palm Reader is so sick! You know, I've found in them what I've missed from bands like Underoath. Their composition is unique and fresh. The screaming is brutal, and clean vocals are on point. Even their instrumental tracks are unbelievable. I saw this interview in mid 2019 and let me tell you this band is amazing.

@ZeeKat 5 лет назад

Dude seems really well put together.

@kelliesharpe5333 6 лет назад

I discovered this band later on, after they "came through". When I first heard their music, it spoke to my Soul and I have been a fan, ever since. So glad to see Michael is so articulate and "real".

@JustinWingate76 6 лет назад

Great interview!

@frank00nixon 2 года назад

The power of music...

@keithgabbard4816 4 года назад

I would love to see this band so much . Wow they are just so awesome .

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Man I had only seen The Contortionist once before and that was with Tesseract when they were last in London but this headline show was something else, not to mention that they were SO LOUD - amazing band and I hope that you get the chance to see them soon my friend!

@AidanMmusic96 5 лет назад

Language helped me a lot; Thrive and Primordial Sound were two tunes that helped me come out late last year, and I've tried to thank them for it! :) Looking forward to seeing them at ArcTanGent in August!

@zaesoodl 6 лет назад

thank you for this. really really deep interview.

@TheMetalTris 5 лет назад

Cosmogranpa Hey there! Sorry for the incredibly late reply but I try to get back to as many if not all comments if I can. Sometimes it just takes a while haha! Thank you so much! I’m a huge fan of the band and have been wanting to interview them for quite sometime now so it was lovely to be able to speak to Michael in person but thank you so much for the kind words. Are you a big fan? I know that the band have just announced a new EP which I can’t wait to hear. I’m sure it’s going to be brilliant. Take care my friend :)

@JamesSweeper 5 лет назад

hmm.. I took most of the lyrics in clairvoyant to pertain to an intimate relationship, maybe it's because I was going through the end of an intimate relationship at the time and naturally related to most of the songs that way.

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Hey there James, I think that is one of the beauty's of lyrics is that we can really attribute anything to them at the end of the day and you're probably right, you related to that at that time and that's what you kind of pertained the lyrics to mean. For me it was always about a journey and more to do with the macro scale of life itself and how it is manifested. But that is why I love interviewing bands, you get to discover so much more all the time and it's just fantastic. Thanks for taking the time to watch the video and apologies for being so late in getting back to you. I try and reply to as many comments as I can but I am just the one person at the end of the day haha

@DearFreja 5 лет назад

Been listening since before Exoplanet, but my absolute favourite albums of all time are Language and Clairvoyant. Great to hear him talk about them like this, so thanks for this. Adore Michael, wish I could see them live.

@sirrobert23 4 года назад

wow, so its like a concept album

@doommantia6925 4 года назад

Dude language is like the perfect album for LSD

@TriviumFanBoy1 5 лет назад

great video!

@TheMetalTris 5 лет назад

Hey Bill! Thank you ever so much for the kind words - I'm really glad that you enjoyed the video. It has definitely become one of my favourites! Alongside when I had a chat with Michael Keene in this very spot as well. What did you think of their new EP - I think they are one of the most forward thinking Metal bands out there. Absolutely amazing! Thanks again for the words. :)

@gmorkins6006 5 лет назад

Seems like a really good guy.

@Payne823 6 лет назад

Michael is such a legend. Great interview man!

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Hey there Andras! Thank you so much for the kind words there dude, that really does mean the world. Apologies for being so late with my reply but I like to try and reply to as many comments as I can but sometimes it can be a little tough to keep up with it all! Take care and thanks again

@Duckvan79 6 лет назад

Great interview, I was at this show being an old man I struggled with the sound a little, it was sooo loud! Fantastic set though and I really hope they play at another venue in London soon as I will be there! Great raven tattoo too dude! Saw SW at the Royal Albert hall this year and you've given me food for thought for a next tattoo (hand cannot erase) 😁

@DD-tf6wf 5 лет назад

i seen steven wilson in milwaukee for the to the bone tour, incredible show, even got to meet him afterwards :)

@bryanshively967 5 лет назад

You gotta get $15 sound dampening ear plugs man. You can hear everything perfectly but cuts the sharp frequencies.

@TheMetalTris 5 лет назад

DapperDuckie79 Hey there! Oh man I’m so sorry it’s taken me so long to get back to your comment. I try and reply to as many as I can but sometimes it can be hard haha! Mate I’m glad you said that too. I thought that although TC were fantastic they were INCREDIBLY loud. My fiancée and I thought it was a little too much. Absolutely brilliant performance though. Hopefully they’ll come through London soon though I know they’re playing a festival I think near us. Also that’s brilliant! You have to show me if you get it done. My Raven is one of my favourites and a friend of mine, whose dad passed away, when the album had just been released did it so it was a real story you know? Also which RAH show were you at? Absolutely love Steven Wilson, were you a fan of TTB? Thanks again for checking out the video and apologies for my late reply!!

@Duckvan79 5 лет назад

@@TheMetalTris Ah no need to apologise! Great to hear back from you ✌🏽. Yes I see the UK dates for TC and hoping something comes up for London soon. I Secured tickets for Sleep Token at underworld which I'm buzzing about!! but also hoping the sound doesn't break my ears 😂 That's a really nice story to hear behind your tattoo! I'm booked in at the end of August which might include this idea for me. I was at the SW show on the middle date the 28th of March and I loved TTB. I've only found him In the last 2 years so digging through his back catalogue has been amazing for me and interested to hear what direction and concept the next album brings.

@TheOfficialTLM 5 лет назад

Language resonated with me so much. It came at a time in my life when I really needed it. To this day it is my all time favorite album. And I remember meeting this dude in the bathroom of NV Nightclub in Knoxville. I'll never forget it, because It was my first seeing periphery live. Even got to shake hands with Nolly. Anyway, I was leaving the bathroom and he was walking in. I stopped him and was trying to tell him that I liked the band he came from and was really happy that he joined my favorite band, the contortionist. But I couldn't remember the band he came from and I started stammering. Made me look like a fake fan, or a bandwagon whore. Kinda sucked. It got awkward really quick and he just turned around and started walking away lol. I turned around and left the bathroom, realizing I blew it. Lol. Anyway. I still think he's a cool dude, and he's a musical inspiration. Hope he reads this so this can kinda make up for me being an idiot years ago. It's Not everyday you meet one of your heroes and get a chance to thank them for their work.

@TheMetalTris 5 лет назад

Mind and Spirit Oh man don’t think of that encounter as you being an idiot and not a ‘true’ fan. I speak to loads of artists and there have been times where I have fucked up because you’re only human! I think I once accidentally called the drummer of Psycroptic the bloody singer. And he was in front of me Hahahah! Point is, you got to see one of your favourite frontmen and have a chat with him :) that’s awesome! Also thank you so much for checking the video out. I hope you enjoyed it! And speaking of bathroom stories, I was at this awards thing and I went to the toilet, had a wee and then who comes in but Sam from Architects hahaha! Had a chat with him and made some terrible joke but it’s all part of the experience man :). Take care my friend

@TheOfficialTLM 5 лет назад

@@TheMetalTris Hahaha, well now I feel better about it. I appreciate that. And great interview. One love broski.

@josephbell6130 3 года назад

Lol!! I can relate. Once met one of the guitarists of BTBAM and called him the other guitarists name. Felt like such an idiot because any other moment, i knew the difference between the two. Years later i commented on one of his IG posts telling the story. He replied with a laugh and a short/sweet response

@shillian4770 2 года назад

@@TheOfficialTLM yea it’s always a gamble going up to talk to your favorite musicians, sometimes you just shit the bed.

@Doughboy14145 5 лет назад

This was a great interview 🤘🏽

@TheMetalTris 5 лет назад

Elijah Rashaad Hey Elijah! Thanks so much for the kind words there my friend. It really means the world that people enjoy the content that I put out. It’s just myself so it’s a bit of a tough one to try and keep on schedule with everything but I think it seems to be ok haha! Are you a big fan of the band? Thanks again for checking out the video my friend :)

@Doughboy14145 5 лет назад

@@TheMetalTris Dude, you killed it! You really asked questions that as a fan, I was genuinely interested in hearing the answers to. I can tell you really did your research before conducting the interview. You've really got a talent for it man. I definitely hit that subscribe button. Keep it up 🤘🏽

@Wanderor2003 4 года назад

That is the power of music / songs. :P Good interviewer by the way !

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Hey there man! Thanks ever so much for the kind words and I'm so glad that you enjoyed the interview. It really does mean the world that so many people have been so positive about this interview, sorry that it's such a long time after you initially commented but I always like to try and answer as many comments as I can!

@jeremiegonzalez 3 года назад

This is crazy! Much love!

@GhANeC 5 лет назад

Dude i feel this was such a meaningful interview and just as long as it needed to be. Thankyou for the right questions and for letting Mike answer freely and thoroughly.

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Hey there my friend, well I just want to say thank you so much for your kind words! I know that I am only a year late in getting back to you lol - but sometimes it can be tough to keep up with all of the comments. It really does mean the world and I'm so glad that people are still so excied about this amazing band. Hopefully we get some new material from them soon eh!

@user-sl4sx6dp4c 3 года назад

subbed, great interview

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Hey there! Oh man thanks so much, honestly this has to be one of my all time favourite interviews that I’ve done. I feel like Michael was just a total dude and really open to talking about some really interesting topics. Not to mention that they hit close to home. Thanks so much for the kind words all the same though :) means a lot!

@tanveerbal3678 5 лет назад

Such a good interview. You have to have the right questions, to get such detailed answers. Thank you so much. I love The Contortionist so much.

@TheMetalTris 5 лет назад

Hey Tanveer! Thanks so much for the incredibly kind words my friend. I'm glad that you enjoyed the interview and that you found that there was something to gain from it :). Its definitely become one of my favourites for sure, I always love these interviews that seemingly come out of nowhere and end up being some of my favourites. I really do think that The Contortionist are one of the most forward thinking bands in Prog though. What did you think of their EP and thanks again for all of the kind words!

@avrianobrien 6 лет назад

Thank you so much for this!

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Hey there Avrian - it's my pleasure! Thank YOU for checking out the video and I'm so sorry that my reply was such a long time after you initially posted. It really does mean the world! Fingers crossed that we might get some new material from the band soon eh!

@avrianobrien 3 года назад

@@TheMetalTris Ah no bother man, thanks for taking the time to answer regardless, love your channel. It actually partly inspired me to start my own music reviews over a year ago!

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

@@avrianobrien No way! That's such awesome news, you'll have to link me to where it is and I would love to check it out. Thanks so much for the kind words though dude, I'm really hoping that we might get some new Contortionist material over here soon enough - we can always hope eh!

@avrianobrien 3 года назад

@@TheMetalTris You can find it over at instagram.com/thenoiseblog/ , I'd be absolutely delighted if you gave it a glance! And yeah, I'm really curious to see where The Contortionist are headed to after "Our Bones" for sure!

@PrisonMike-_- 3 года назад

You are so so good at what you do in interviewing and reviewing. Thanks for this awesome channel

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Wow man, thank you so much!! That is incredibly high praise, I'm really sorry that it has taken me this long to see the comment but it really does mean the world to me. I'm just glad that people really enjoy the content that I put together on here - this has definitely been a highlight on my channel and speaking to Michael was really incredible. Thanks for all of your support Aidan my friend :)

@PrisonMike-_- 3 года назад

@@TheMetalTris there's a lot of us that like to think about the stuff we listen to and I appreciate you providing the platform to help us explore that. So you my friend deserve all the praise!

@hectorThechilldudeonacouch 6 лет назад

Loving the interviews

@TheMetalTris 6 лет назад

Cheers Hector! Man you have ALWAYS got my back :). Are you a fan of TC or not too much? I can't remember if you have mentioned them when we have spoken, hope all is good in Puerto Rico!

@hectorThechilldudeonacouch 6 лет назад

TheMetalTris hey yes i like them. I am originally from Puerto Rico but I live in Miami

@hectorThechilldudeonacouch 6 лет назад

TheMetalTris plus I did not know those contortionist albums had such a deep meaning. Hearing the stories behind album makes it more interesting. I will listen today.

@Jordan-uj1bc 4 года назад

I don’t know much about this band aside from I like the music. But this dude is cool for explaining the meaning behind lyrics , a lot of musicians aren’t down with that.

@jirlaaaay9051 5 лет назад

great interview man! just wondering, was it you at arctangent taking pictures of the contortionist playing?

@TheMetalTris 5 лет назад

Hey there! Sadly, it was not! I would have loved to have been at the festival but unfortunately I was down in Wales visiting some family. I heard that their set at the festival was absolutely astounding though. I'm very excited to see what they bring next. Did they play their new EP? I would imagine that they would have. Anyone else that was of note to watch? Thanks ever so much for the kind words about the interview, its become one of my favourites I have to say! Thanks again :)

@jirlaaaay9051 5 лет назад

@@TheMetalTris Hey man, thanks for the quick response! They did play Early Grave off the new EP, which is really cool because I absolutely love that new EP! Other memorable acts were (for me at least) Daughters, Conjurer as well as The Algorithm (I might be biased since I really like those bands though ahaha). The Physics House Band seemed quite insane as well but I didn't watch their set for long enough in order to make myself a real opinion. Keep up the good work mate and hopefully I'll see you there next year!

@JackCarlino 5 лет назад

Beautiful interview

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Thank you so much! You're all honestly too kind :) really does mean the world

@Cestariarts 5 лет назад

Steven Wilson fan detected

@TheMetalTris 5 лет назад

Abner Cestari Hahahaha man you know the most surreal thing ever was when I had the pleasure of speaking to Mike Portnoy and he was like, Dude I fucking love your Raven tattoo on your arm. I could have died hahaha! Thanks for watching the video and I hope you enjoyed it :)

@kylebessettemusic8437 4 года назад

"CHECKKKKK CHECKKKKKCLEFHCKKKKKK......."

@PleaseForgiveYourself 6 лет назад

sick pvris shirt bro.

@danielscottoliver 3 года назад

Great interview. This is off topic but does anyone know Michaels age or the age of the other members in the band? Just curious.

@GhANeC 5 лет назад

How do i get Mike’s tshirt?! It’s awesome! I want it

@GhANeC 5 лет назад

The tattoo on the host’s right forearm. Can someone remind me where it’s from? Damnit i know that, why cant i put my finger on it now

@TheMetalTris 5 лет назад

Hey my friend! Host here haha, so I'll put you out of your misery haha, its a Steven Wilson tattoo from The Raven That Refused to Sing. Its one of my all time favourite albums and it has a special place for me. Especially given the fact that the artist who did it, is a massive fan of Steven Wilson too haha! Is that the one that you meant? Also thanks so much for checking out the video and I hope that you found it insightful and engaging my friend. It always means the world to me when people really get engaged with the content on here so thanks so much! Have you heard their new single yet? Thanks again my friend!

@GhANeC 5 лет назад

@@TheMetalTris THAT's it! Thankyou for reminding me hehe. Nice tattoo choice. And tattoo artist choice hehe. Now if only I also knew what was Mike's beautiful looking tshirt... Yes I've heard their new single. It's gorgeous. The music and the video... The colour and mood between the scenes of the band in the woods and of the girl in her room. Just great.

@NativeLuna 3 года назад

Great interview, but what the hell is going on in the background 0.0

@TheMetalTris 3 года назад

Hahahaha this was when Palm Reader were sound checking! Unfortunately Underworld here in London is notorious for having terrible places for interviews. The sound just spills through everywhere but I’m glad that you could enjoy the interview all the same haha - means the world!

@brendanhorner5727 2 года назад

Dude is fr fr

@tomcellamare2705 3 года назад

CHHHHECKKKKK

@Fire-Toolz Год назад

!!!!!!

@tingkagol 5 лет назад

He has an epic nose bridge

@igunzOsick 4 года назад

Someone do the guy screaming in the back a favor

@waltz1853 5 лет назад

CHECKKKK CHECKKKK CHEKKKKKK CHEECKKKKK D-:

@jrbaconcheez 5 лет назад

Interviewer is actually a pinterest ad

@TheMetalTris 5 лет назад

jrbaconcheez hahahahaha oh dude that made my day! I love the comments on RU-vid sometimes. Thanks so much for checking the video out though man an I hope you enjoyed it! :)

@looking_glass2022 2 месяца назад

Only Jesus Christ can change people. Pride tells us otherwise. Biggest enemy is pride WWG1WGA

@thurmanator6969 Год назад

The only reason I’m not sharing this amazing interview with people is because of how awful the sound check is in the background.

@TheMetalTris Год назад

Haha that is unfortunately the curse of The Underworld! There was literally no where else we could have done the interview. Even in the green room the sound is even worse. It’s a little better now but I’m sorry that it made the interview trickier to hear dude. It was one of my all time favourite chats haha and so glad you enjoyed it!

@northtimo666 Год назад

It is not that bad.

@nomannershannerz5578 5 лет назад

can't stop thinking about how this interviewer looks exactly like a white Floyd mayweather jr. fuck the interview, uncanny valley over here yo. our parallel universes are collapsing! bush did harambe... trust no-one