1:58 - Ron Jeremy & Counterparts 4:38 - Early influences in metal 7:49 - Starting music 14:18 - Being from Canada 17:57 - First U.S. show 22:40 - Victory Records 28:24 - Toronto Hip Hop 29:34 - Gaining traction as a band 32:15 - Myspace "marketing" 35:28 - Lyric writing 40:40 - Mental health while writing 46:25 - ADHD/ADD while writing 50:02 - Straight edge Counterparts 54:16 - Dislike for older Counterparts 58:31 - You're Not You Anymore 1:05:00 - Counterparts Easter Eggs 1:08:41 - Aesthetic of Counterparts 1:11:30 - Counterparts Emoji 1:15:44 - Future of Counterparts
Brendan is such an inspiration to me, particularly because of mental health relatability and his compassionate/empathetic personality. It just kills me to hear his story about finding people to jam with and eventually starting a band, though. I want that so bad, but I’m so self-conscious and critical that I find that to even be a nearly impossible challenge. Wish I could do what he did. Anywho, great vid as per usssse, Cayem.
Never been able to get into Counterparts, but Brendan seems like a good dude. Would be a fun guy to have a beer with. May have to give their music another go.
Love these podcasts/interviews, less structured. You can tell brendan is comfortable and enjoying this. The length gives so much more wiggle room than other interviews and brendan is one of a kind. Love him and the band. Thanks so much
This was an awesome interview. I pretty much got everything I wanted to know about the band and even some more insight with the House of Blues show I missed out on. Mad respect for calling out security. Brendan is also hilarious on and off stage and I'm happy to see the band prosper and am stoked for their future.
Yooooooo!! I live in San Antonio and was at the rabbit for that show. Legit went specifically for counterparts. Bought the live grey hoodie “we are armed with hope & heart” and still wear it proudly
Absolutely great podcast! Been following you since your Norma Jean interview back in 2013. Still my favourite interviewer. I'm also a drummer, so I love your drum cams too! Keep killin' it \m/
damn son you're an OG for sure! I think I had under 1k subs when I did that interview. Glad you stuck around and love the channel man. Much appreciated
They’re all amazing and reflective of every era. TBH Prophets is the only one I listen to now and find myself scratching my head at certain points but at the time it was pretty cutting edge. I wish more people were into The Current Will Carry Us because it was a departure into a lot of the shift of lyrical content with incredible moments and a “Raw” insight into what they’re about, which to my knowledge was the intention.
It’s fucking crazy to me that Brenden saw From First Last the same tour I saw them. I went and saw them at the glass house in Pomona. He Is Legend, Haste the Day and FFTL. One of my favorite experiences and I was only 6. Lol
I’m pretty sure I’ve gone to every Counterparts show that has come through Baltimore in the last 5 years and have still been waiting to hear John Locke and Reflection. Sadface
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1:58 - Ron Jeremy & Counterparts
4:38 - Early influences in metal
7:49 - Starting music
14:18 - Being from Canada
17:57 - First U.S. show
22:40 - Victory Records
28:24 - Toronto Hip Hop
29:34 - Gaining traction as a band
32:15 - Myspace "marketing"
35:28 - Lyric writing
40:40 - Mental health while writing
46:25 - ADHD/ADD while writing
50:02 - Straight edge Counterparts
54:16 - Dislike for older Counterparts
58:31 - You're Not You Anymore
1:05:00 - Counterparts Easter Eggs
1:08:41 - Aesthetic of Counterparts
1:11:30 - Counterparts Emoji
1:15:44 - Future of Counterparts
Brendan is such an inspiration to me, particularly because of mental health relatability and his compassionate/empathetic personality. It just kills me to hear his story about finding people to jam with and eventually starting a band, though. I want that so bad, but I’m so self-conscious and critical that I find that to even be a nearly impossible challenge. Wish I could do what he did. Anywho, great vid as per usssse, Cayem.
I’ll start a band with you
You got this bro, I totally feel the same way. I hope u find your way to do what you're passionate about
Where you from my guy? Starting a melodic hardcore band we need a bassist
God damn I love Brendan. As always, thank you so much for doing these man
Max you’re so welcome
Never been able to get into Counterparts, but Brendan seems like a good dude. Would be a fun guy to have a beer with.
May have to give their music another go.
Took me a while to finally get into their music, now they're one of my favorite bands
Love these podcasts/interviews, less structured. You can tell brendan is comfortable and enjoying this. The length gives so much more wiggle room than other interviews and brendan is one of a kind. Love him and the band. Thanks so much
totally agree man. thanks for watching and the kind words
This was an awesome interview. I pretty much got everything I wanted to know about the band and even some more insight with the House of Blues show I missed out on. Mad respect for calling out security. Brendan is also hilarious on and off stage and I'm happy to see the band prosper and am stoked for their future.
Yooooooo!! I live in San Antonio and was at the rabbit for that show. Legit went specifically for counterparts. Bought the live grey hoodie “we are armed with hope & heart” and still wear it proudly
I don't normally watch podcasts, but this was rad as hell
serper thanks for watching!
Man, that chain show was off the hook lit. Glad this is out now, keep up the great work tim!
David Soong thank u David!
This one of the best podcast I'll I ever enjoy
Love your interviews & podcasts, keep up the great work dude
Nick Seul thanks for watching bro
I need those throwaway tracks in my life. ❤️🚫
this is one of the best interviews i've ever seen, so sick
Absolutely great podcast! Been following you since your Norma Jean interview back in 2013. Still my favourite interviewer. I'm also a drummer, so I love your drum cams too! Keep killin' it \m/
damn son you're an OG for sure! I think I had under 1k subs when I did that interview. Glad you stuck around and love the channel man. Much appreciated
Seriously, your interviews are the best. You manage to get inspiring answers from such great artists. Can't wait for future content!
much love dude
Tim, you’ve been picking all of the right people for these podcasts thus far. I’m excited to see who comes next!
Boom what an awesome guest
I appreciate this podcast so much I love Brendon and his way of thinking
Love the long interviews. Brendan is of course a real DUDE.
Tragedy is so slept on, i kinda like it better than YNYA
Tyler West drown gets me more hyped than any other counterparts song tbh. The drum intro is unmatched
Resonate for me. Song gives me goosebumps every time I listen to it.
I think tragedy is the best album , but I love them all honestly
YNYA is amazing but Tragedy will always have that special spot in my heart
They’re all amazing and reflective of every era. TBH Prophets is the only one I listen to now and find myself scratching my head at certain points but at the time it was pretty cutting edge. I wish more people were into The Current Will Carry Us because it was a departure into a lot of the shift of lyrical content with incredible moments and a “Raw” insight into what they’re about, which to my knowledge was the intention.
would love some more podcasts doood
Pretty cool hearing about Micheal Barr saying how he likes counterparts years ago, and even today you see him talking about em
friggin sick as podcast
It’s fucking crazy to me that Brenden saw From First Last the same tour I saw them. I went and saw them at the glass house in Pomona. He Is Legend, Haste the Day and FFTL. One of my favorite experiences and I was only 6. Lol
Cayem’s laugh (;;;;
siiiick
damn i just love that guy
anyone else notice the angry face, gold toothed alien on the ceiling of the van?
It's a secret to everyone... lol 😂
Don’t blow its cover👽
Is this available anywhere as an actual podcast?
Funniest frontman ever. Fucking love this guy.
Take a shot every time Brendan says "you know"
everytime he says "yeah, for sure"
O H H E C K Y E A H
I’m pretty sure I’ve gone to every Counterparts show that has come through Baltimore in the last 5 years and have still been waiting to hear John Locke and Reflection. Sadface
that's hot
I love Brendan, though. 😍
sick.
Am I the only one who thinks Brendan looks like Austin Carlie every so often in this interview...
Dude I really hope you did a new podcast/interview with brendan for their upcoming record.
Love your interviews !
Alexisonfire FTW
Cayem, my christian brother, whats with all the meaningless cursing?! To each his own, just caught me off guard man. Much love and great interview.
I broke someone's nose at a Counterparts show.
CP merch is the best in the game 🚫
Been waiting for this since I saw Brendan and run get in the van at chain.