These songs demonstrate that Chris Holmes was the REAL driving force behind the old W.A.S.P. Blackie Lawless just based all the rest of the albums on his Crimson Idol melodies...seriously, all that repetitiveness drives me crazy. Chris' new album really brings me back to the good ol' Last Command and Inside the Electric Circus days. Awesome job Chris! Rock on brother!
+TheZombie... Well you will have to deal with it because Chris is and will still the singer but i'm sure you will all deal with it knowing he is not the only singer with this kind of voice right ?.... Hope to see you in one of our shows :)
Catherine Holmes I would love to see a show. I saw a clip on here, and he sounds MUCH better live. With all due respect, why doesn't he want to hire a singer? I love his music, but he's just not great at singing. Hell, I'll do it for free. Thank you for taking the time to reply. Very cool.
Because he want to sing and I think his voice is perfect for his songs , no one will do better than him in his songs in my opinion . Wait to see him onstage and you will change your mind . Send me a email if you want more infos 😀
+Catherine Holmes I can respect that he wants to sing his own songs. Nothing wrong with that. As I said, he sounds better live. I've been called a shitty singer, too. If it doesn't matter to him, it doesn't matter to me. I've listened to this song 5 times in a row, anyway. lol
Chris, Respect to you sir for overcoming your drug and alcohol issues and for your past work with Blackie and WASP and your newer material. Keep on rockin'
Marco Tikkanen Yes I know it is a Jackson Rany Rhoads. There was someone saying it is always nice to see Chris with that black Flying V. I was only stating, that Flying V is a Gibson trademark, not Jacksons.
Damn I love Holmes and his "fuck it" attitude.. I wish he left wasp earlier to make raw stuff by himself, look at the old lives of wasp he was the coolest of the band, a true non stop performer..
Best music video i ever saw. Or better it contains what i always wanted to see. The raw voice of Chris, his outlaw realistic punk look, his amazing, outstanding guitar-work, combined with brutal demolition, dust, stones, oil en machines. It shows the flipside of life, not the chique classy New Age and hipsters Pop shit. Genuine handwork! My respect for Chris Holmes, outstanding track with great solo-sound!!!!! Big upsss
That chord progression grabs you by the face!!! Not for the weak careful kids it'll rip your ears off and make you come back for more,,great it rocks hard and heavy.
That guitar tone is what made WASP what they are. Its what made them heavy. That guitar is like a continual drill bit being driven through your chest. I didnt realize how important that sound was to WASP. Glad to see its not lost and that we can continue to bow down to it.
Low budget production deal. But I do like the tone he is twisting out , he can still play, well done Chris, no pretence or preening, just the real deal.
Chris is Chris Holmes, not someone unapproachable and full of ego! WASP died when Chris and Johnny Rod were no longer in the band! They brought energy and coolness to that band! As Chris once said and many can agree, 'KFD' was Blackie's response to Marilyn Manson trying to muscle in on his 'shock-rock' patch! Glad for Chris having the freedom to do what HE wants to do and loves! Keep up the good work, Chris! 👍
Nothing is more satisfying than watching one of your guitar heroes grab life by the reigns and write more hard n fuckin' heavy music... Not only subscribed, but I will be buying the album...
Usually the lead singer defines a band, but at this point it sounds like Blackie is just singing cover tunes from W.A.S.P. Chris was the heart and soul of that band. His sound is unmistakable and was the driving force behind W.A.S.P. You could easily hear him play anywhere, anytime, without seeing him, and instantly know. Most guitarists lay back when they play, Chris is forward , in your face, head bangin, metal. . Keep it up Chris.
OMG,,,He didnt say "Sounds" He said "Reminds" Its the "I dont give a fuck what you think about my singing, I am going to do it anyway" Attitude Dumb ass
I met Chris outside a Dennys restaurant in Los Angeles years ago. I asked if I could bum a smoke from him. Not only did he give me one, but he lit it for me as well. Blackie would of probably told me to piss off.
Super, awesome aggressive song! The rhythm guitar playing is incredible! Cool vocals! Chris sounds a bit like Tom Araya, but with more melodic presence.
Always cool to see new clips from the Mean Man. The best clip he did this far. In my opinion, his best musical performance was "Born,Work, Die". His guitar solo still so impressive, it sounds like a shoot coming from space. PS: Didn't know you were in Belgium this Summer, i would have been there if i new that on time. ;(
Chris Holms is the Beast that just won't die. This song is just so damn organic that I can't not like it. Chris i hope the money coming to you gets there when you want it. I know you say the most ey shit don't matter (and I literally belive you) but I hope it gets to you regardless. You put in the time and you deserve it.
Damn dude! Chris Holmes fuck the world!!Love that no compromise way of saying the things! You still feel that 80's vibes in him. Good riffage,good vocals,catchy chorus great lyrics. What else do you want?!?
I'm just happy that Chris is back in business again. Hope you come to Denmark and Scandinavia soon. Lots of fans of Chris Holmes up here. And as Blackie won't play The song 'Animal' anymore, why not add it to your set list? If Blackie really is the Christian he says he is, then he will have no problem with you playing this song live or trying to get any royalties out of you using this song at all. He has written that he doesn't want anything to do with this song due to his new found beliefs, so....he would destroy his religious reputation if he tried to make money out of the song ' Animal'.
Nobody ever gives two shits about my opinion but I swear I love everything you've done.this simply had to be listened to twice...and then again. Thanks for sticking around to kick my head in for a while longer.I mean that shit.
Blackie may have had more muzik success over the years than Chris ,BUT, now we know who the real brains & talent behind (WASP) was. Chris can stand tall 4 staying true 2 the spirit of rock/metal as the 21st century rolls in2 view, by not becoming a commercialized "Sellout" clown that Blackie has become notorious 4, lol. #LONGLIVETHENOISE #LONGLIVETHEMAYHEM \m/
what a great message, Proud that you Chris and your band, and your wife, manager Sarah, love you both, one day, who know"s? we might be playing together, there are always dreams, peace my brother, I better get with it.because mommy and daddy ain"t here any more .much love from Burningsunday
This is the best thing I've heard from Holmes' recent 2 solo (aka Mean Man) releases IMO. With the right singer Holmes could get taken more seriously again.
Great to hear Chris's shredding again. Vocals and lyrics are rough and premature, but I'm not slamming ya Chris. please don't stop giving us new Holmes tunes, but maybe with a more refined singer (respectively ), lyricist. Rock on metal brethren.
Ok I guess I am first ... ... This is good shit ... I saw him in the 1980s. This proves he has what it takes to kick ass in to the new century ... This is good, no bull , no prisoners , intense Rock N Roll .
I'd like to drink a bottle in a small brown paper bag of Thunderbird on the floor in a dark alley with Chris Holmes, and have that true wino experience.
+CathrineHolmes Chris has always been one of my all time favorite guitar hero's.....very cool, mysterious, bad boy of rock n roll. I would love to see you guys bring his band and show to the New Daisy Theatre in Memphis, Tennessee, or The Rev Room in Little Rock, Arkansas.... preferably on a Friday or Saturday night.
Better than the first track I`ve heard. The one with the strange woman in the video, don`t remember the title. I really like this one, and now I will check out more.
Chris your tone is fucking epic!!! This new shit you're pumpin' out sound fucking great and I totally agree with whoever said you and Brian Johnson should hook up. Your tone & playing with his vocals is a fucking platinum record, if they still have those anymore. You fucking rock man, keep it going \m/
He reminds me of a metal version of. David Allan Coe. He doesn't care what people think of him he just wants to play his music on his terms. I can respect that.
still got the chops man. i was in cannes last week my parents live there. would be great to go out for a few beers next time (I'll have a few). ok i know you quit drinking, would be nice to meet though.. i am on fb. cheers.
One thing for sure, Chris was never a poser.
I fing love this guy. His sound hasn't changed since wasp. I dont care his vocals aren't great. This shit is epic metal.
Yeah, I Love chris Holmes voice.
Chris Holmes is the Tyrannosaurus Rex of the REAL rock N roll! Feared, and never gives a shit about what anyone else thinks!
Gotta hand it to Chris, he's as Metal as Metal gets.
These songs demonstrate that Chris Holmes was the REAL driving force behind the old W.A.S.P. Blackie Lawless just based all the rest of the albums on his Crimson Idol melodies...seriously, all that repetitiveness drives me crazy. Chris' new album really brings me back to the good ol' Last Command and Inside the Electric Circus days. Awesome job Chris! Rock on brother!
+Luis Rodriguez
Agreed, but he needs a singer!!! There are not enough exclamation points in the world to get that point across.
+TheZombie... Well you will have to deal with it because Chris is and will still the singer but i'm sure you will all deal with it knowing he is not the only singer with this kind of voice right ?.... Hope to see you in one of our shows :)
Catherine Holmes
I would love to see a show. I saw a clip on here, and he sounds MUCH better live. With all due respect, why doesn't he want to hire a singer? I love his music, but he's just not great at singing. Hell, I'll do it for free. Thank you for taking the time to reply. Very cool.
Because he want to sing and I think his voice is perfect for his songs , no one will do better than him in his songs in my opinion . Wait to see him onstage and you will change your mind . Send me a email if you want more infos 😀
+Catherine Holmes
I can respect that he wants to sing his own songs. Nothing wrong with that. As I said, he sounds better live. I've been called a shitty singer, too. If it doesn't matter to him, it doesn't matter to me. I've listened to this song 5 times in a row, anyway. lol
Chris, Respect to you sir for overcoming your drug and alcohol issues and for your past work with Blackie and WASP and your newer material. Keep on rockin'
Not to mention cancer!
Chris Holmes is one of the best rock-stars ever. Such and pleasant and down to earth guy and a huge part of my teenage years and even now at 48!
still a guitar god. thanks for keeping the heart of rock and roll alive Chris. Great song!
Chris is the epitome of rock n roll, up there with Lemmy, Ozzy etc. The mean man still kickin ass!!!
great video. Always good to see Chris Holmes with the black flying v.
its a Jackson randy rhoads :-)
+krixarn Yes. Flying V is a Gibson trademark model.
+Mikko Jalonen it's not a gibson it's a jackson ...
Marco Tikkanen Yes I know it is a Jackson Rany Rhoads. There was someone saying it is always nice to see Chris with that black Flying V. I was only stating, that Flying V is a Gibson trademark, not Jacksons.
His guitar sound makes me insane! Amazing i can write a thousant words for his playing!
Chris is such a badass. I'm really starting to realize the raw gritty riffs on the first few WASPs all sound like his writing style.
I love this, so glad he's making a comeback and using all his old guitars too
i would just like to wish you well mr holmes in your recovery over cancer. may you have a full and speedy recovery.
Damn I love Holmes and his "fuck it" attitude.. I wish he left wasp earlier to make raw stuff by himself, look at the old lives of wasp he was the coolest of the band, a true non stop performer..
Well, but nothing beats old wasp
Chris certainly has that kick-ass sound
Best music video i ever saw. Or better it contains what i always wanted to see. The raw voice of Chris, his outlaw realistic punk look, his amazing, outstanding guitar-work, combined with brutal demolition, dust, stones, oil en machines. It shows the flipside of life, not the chique classy New Age and hipsters Pop shit.
Genuine handwork! My respect for Chris Holmes, outstanding track with great solo-sound!!!!! Big upsss
His playing is still awesome like no other ever.
That chord progression grabs you by the face!!! Not for the weak careful kids it'll rip your ears off and make you come back for more,,great it rocks hard and heavy.
I love the way the guitars are tuned.
Chris is 100%... love the guy.
That guitar tone is what made WASP what they are. Its what made them heavy. That guitar is like a continual drill bit being driven through your chest. I didnt realize how important that sound was to WASP. Glad to see its not lost and that we can continue to bow down to it.
Low budget production deal. But I do like the tone he is twisting out , he can still play, well done Chris, no pretence or preening, just the real deal.
Chris is Chris Holmes, not someone unapproachable and full of ego! WASP died when Chris and Johnny Rod were no longer in the band! They brought energy and coolness to that band!
As Chris once said and many can agree, 'KFD' was Blackie's response to Marilyn Manson trying to muscle in on his 'shock-rock' patch!
Glad for Chris having the freedom to do what HE wants to do and loves! Keep up the good work, Chris! 👍
Killer attitude, killer guitar tone, killer music, and killer come back ! Respect and admiration from Morocco.
Finally,metal has some swagger back.
This fantastic, it’s heavy & great lyrics!!!!
Nothing is more satisfying than watching one of your guitar heroes grab life by the reigns and write more hard n fuckin' heavy music... Not only subscribed, but I will be buying the album...
Pure metal badnessss***Tooo the Bone!
Awesome song and video! Now that's what I call rock'n'roll with attitude!!
I'm still coming back to hear this song in 2024. It effing kills.
God bless.
Chris Holmes the biggest badass rocknroller, fuck yeah!!!
Usually the lead singer defines a band, but at this point it sounds like Blackie is just singing cover tunes from W.A.S.P. Chris was the heart and soul of that band. His sound is unmistakable and was the driving force behind W.A.S.P. You could easily hear him play anywhere, anytime, without seeing him, and instantly know. Most guitarists lay back when they play, Chris is forward , in your face, head bangin, metal. . Keep it up Chris.
your, bangin, up. you know what the fuck I meant.
Goddamn im totally digging the solo Chris Holmes. Its raucous as hell, killer tones and just driving.
Cris Holmes will always be the Best would love to see him play live
tattooed madman still ROCKS!!! Pretty cool)
Am I wrong, isnt its a L.O.V.E. machine riff? something like that ive seen....
The vocals remind me of Lemmy from Motorhead.. Raw but honest. What ya hear is what ya get.
i noticed that too lol
el duce from the mentors
Chris sounds not a bit like Lemmy
There are opinions in this world & then there's just being wrong. You are the latter.
OMG,,,He didnt say "Sounds" He said "Reminds" Its the "I dont give a fuck what you think about my singing, I am going to do it anyway" Attitude Dumb ass
Hell yeah, The Mean Man..Holmes made his own guitars and his tone is cool as hell
This is one fn great song! Every song so far has been hard as , Keep rocking Chris \m/
I love Chris`s music and i love his singing , keep rocking brother cos its awesome!
I met Chris outside a Dennys restaurant in Los Angeles years ago. I asked if I could bum a smoke from him. Not only did he give me one, but he lit it for me as well. Blackie would of probably told me to piss off.
that is cool as fuck
this song has a message. that's cool
Super, awesome aggressive song! The rhythm guitar playing is incredible! Cool vocals! Chris sounds a bit like Tom Araya, but with more melodic presence.
Always cool to see new clips from the Mean Man. The best clip he did this far. In my opinion, his best musical performance was "Born,Work, Die".
His guitar solo still so impressive, it sounds like a shoot coming from space.
PS: Didn't know you were in Belgium this Summer, i would have been there if i new that on time. ;(
You rock Chris!
Chris Holms is the Beast that just won't die. This song is just so damn organic that I can't not like it. Chris i hope the money coming to you gets there when you want it. I know you say the most ey shit don't matter (and I literally belive you) but I hope it gets to you regardless. You put in the time and you deserve it.
This was AWESOME. Chris made WASP with his guitar sound and tone...and he hasn't lost it. Come to illinois sometime Chris, I'll buy ya a soda.
Oh wonderful, a new Chris Holmes video! Rejoice!
Damn dude! Chris Holmes fuck the world!!Love that no compromise way of saying the things! You still feel that 80's vibes in him. Good riffage,good vocals,catchy chorus great lyrics. What else do you want?!?
The sound of wasp came from rock god Chris Holmes. Underrated guitarist. Still remember all the crazy riffs from early days of wasp...
Awesome. That Jackson kicks ass as well. Love the Manson sticker.
Love his music...damn good guitarist!!!
Hell yeah Chris Holmes the new Lemmy
I'm just happy that Chris is back in business again. Hope you come to Denmark and Scandinavia soon. Lots of fans of Chris Holmes up here. And as Blackie won't play The song 'Animal' anymore, why not add it to your set list? If Blackie really is the Christian he says he is, then he will have no problem with you playing this song live or trying to get any royalties out of you using this song at all. He has written that he doesn't want anything to do with this song due to his new found beliefs, so....he would destroy his religious reputation if he tried to make money out of the song ' Animal'.
CHRIS you are still The Best!!!
Nobody ever gives two shits about my opinion but I swear I love everything you've done.this simply had to be listened to twice...and then again. Thanks for sticking around to kick my head in for a while longer.I mean that shit.
Blackie may have had more muzik success over the years than Chris ,BUT, now we know who the real brains & talent behind (WASP) was. Chris can stand tall 4 staying true 2 the spirit of rock/metal as the 21st century rolls in2 view, by not becoming a commercialized "Sellout" clown that Blackie has become notorious 4, lol. #LONGLIVETHENOISE #LONGLIVETHEMAYHEM \m/
Chris Holmes the OG rocker from a better era ... Thanks for the great music bro this shit rocks !!!
This is a great rock sound, much more powerful sounding than when he was in WASP: I definitely prefer this sound!
what a great message, Proud that you Chris and your band, and your wife, manager Sarah, love you both, one day, who know"s? we might be playing together, there are always dreams, peace my brother, I better get with it.because mommy and daddy ain"t here any more .much love from Burningsunday
Awesome guitar sound and cool dude to go with it...my kinda guy.
This is the best thing I've heard from Holmes' recent 2 solo (aka Mean Man) releases IMO. With the right singer Holmes could get taken more seriously again.
+Patrick Whitaker Or also, if he ups the ante in his vocal department.
LEGENDARY
Great to hear Chris's shredding again. Vocals and lyrics are rough and premature, but I'm not slamming ya Chris. please don't stop giving us new Holmes tunes, but maybe with a more refined singer (respectively ), lyricist.
Rock on metal brethren.
Ok I guess I am first ... ... This is good shit ... I saw him in the 1980s. This proves he has what it takes to kick ass in to the new century ... This is good, no bull , no prisoners , intense Rock N Roll .
I'd like to drink a bottle in a small brown paper bag of Thunderbird on the floor in a dark alley with Chris Holmes, and have that true wino experience.
+CathrineHolmes Chris has always been one of my all time favorite guitar hero's.....very cool, mysterious, bad boy of rock n roll. I would love to see you guys bring his band and show to the New Daisy Theatre in Memphis, Tennessee, or The Rev Room in Little Rock, Arkansas.... preferably on a Friday or Saturday night.
got a chance to meet him and blackie at the Troubidor when the released f like a beast , nicest dude and friendly too!
great song and solo
best song on the album
When Chris Holmes is playing, you just know its him... his tone is awesome, in a world of copy cats, Chris is an original... hes the real deal...
Better than the first track I`ve heard. The one with the strange woman in the video, don`t remember the title. I really like this one, and now I will check out more.
Best video yet!
he just needs a singer, he writes killer music.
+Rick Neal
Or, alternately, he just needs to train his voice, to be the singer he wants to be.
***** I think it's a rhetorical question.
Man I'm really happy for Chris…I wish you all the success brother:)
If Kerry King and Zakk Wylde had a baby...lol.
Love the guitar tone! Great to see Chris still rocking.
Love the riffs. Keep rocking Chris and Sara \m/
This tune is super cool Chris... awesome.
Hes still a bad ass
I'm not being funny, this is better than the new Motorhead and WASP albums! This real 80's party music!
super morceau , super clip !!!
I love the cd Shittin Bricks. I just bought it. does anyone know if nothing to lose was ever recorded on a cd and not just on I tunes?
Chris your tone is fucking epic!!! This new shit you're pumpin' out sound fucking great and I totally agree with whoever said you and Brian Johnson should hook up. Your tone & playing with his vocals is a fucking platinum record, if they still have those anymore. You fucking rock man, keep it going \m/
Raw as fuck from the Mean Man-great song and video.
Those riffs.......
My guitar hero!
Cheers from Brazil!
sick guitar tone..great song
awesome song & awesome video \m/
awsome liked and subscribed thumbs up keep on riding for heavy metal
Killer song, excellent video!
Love this Chris you go get it !!
He reminds me of a metal version of. David Allan Coe. He doesn't care what people think of him he just wants to play his music on his terms. I can respect that.
I fucking love his guitar tone
Great fuckin song. This tune rips. Cant wait to get a copy of this disc. All sold out on the website???
The best.
Insane guitar sound
still got the chops man. i was in cannes last week my parents live there. would be great to go out for a few beers next time (I'll have a few). ok i know you quit drinking, would be nice to meet though.. i am on fb. cheers.
I had this craqnked and it woke my 82 year old transgender grandma all it said was turn it up and lets f----ng moshh!!!!!
Chris you´re the best ! I love you! hehe
Keeping it real. Love it