Had Devin Townsend for coffee, or well he interviewed me basically... What a man, I think we all should be very lucky to have this human being in our lives.
"I feel like life is so goddamn difficult that we should be supporting people. Like, dude, if you like dressing up in a fur costume and that makes you happy, here's a brush." - Devin Townsend, 2020
One of the reasons I love Devin so much, he's really developed a pretty beautiful outlook on life, and it's been an interesting journey to see him arrive where he is now as a person!
@@graysonwilson-cacciapalle7989 So fucking true man. It's why I'm such a devoted Devin Townsend fan. Other than his music being absolutely PHENOMENAL, he's just a beautiful and warm hearted human being who just loves making music and being happy. There are so many reasons to admire this man. He's the greatest musician this world has right now. His vocal abilities are on par with the best in the world. He's kind. Generous. Funny. Passionate. Hard working. Dudes my idol. 🤟🏻😁 #DevinIsGawd
The personality of a guy who's really had to work for his success and doesn't take anything for granted. For such an immensely talented guy he is very grounded. Also conforming to the stereotype that Canadians are absurdly nice people.
I interviewed him before a show back in 2013 and he played beautiful ambient guitar the entire time while talking to me. It actually calmed my nerves 😅
*"I just want things to be awesome. So I just spend shitloads of money. I'm in debt every project I do. Every tour I do. Everything."* This is just one of several reasons I admire this man. To say nothing about this man's seemingly infinite talent. His kind hearted and generous nature. His uplifting and positive message. His humor. The fact he doesn't take himself too seriously and just wants to have fun with his fans. He could easily be a cocky, arrogant bastard and be justified in it based on his accomplishments alone. But he isn't. He's the most humble man I've ever seen. A man unaware of just how talented he really is and how much what he does means to all of us as fans who follow his career with avid anticipation. The fact he's willing to invest so much of his own money into his work speaks volumes. And it's why I will forever support this man. We love you, Devy. I could listen to Devin talk for days. Such a fascinating mind. 🤟🏻😁 #DevinIsGawd
I saw a video that he describes how he met Chad from Nickelback and how Chad taugh him how their writing and producing at Nickelback works and how they basicly "prints money". But the commentary Devy did about it was amazing for me. He said that even though it would be amazing to make shit loads of money it wouldn't be true to him. It would be meaningless, although he said that he trully admires Chad for what they accomplished with Nickelback. And that was one of the most amazing things for me about Devin Townsend.
I agree except for one thing. He is aware of how good he is and I think he chooses to be more humble because he sees how crazy and arrogant people can become. He thinks to himself....nah I am too good for that crap. All it does is slow things down and mess things up anyways, which he knows.. That being well known, alot of people take it way over the edge anyway. Alot of confidence is what you need. Not arrogance.
It’s impressive just how much Devin has changed physically over the past ten years. Dude looks like he’s put on some mass and is taking care of himself. Don’t get me wrong, I love Strapping Young Lad, but not at the expense of his health.
SYL was horrible for Devin's mental health. As much as I miss SYL I'm glad Devin is in a better place mentally because the devin Townsend project is incredible.
@@SnEaKeRSkEr I overall miss the old Devy but clearly he's in a much better place now and that matters the most. But I do miss SYL and i'll never get over that. But hey, he'll be playing some SYL stuff this year
Geffrey van der Bos he is one of the few musicians who isn’t treating the interview like marketing. He’s very honest and more importantly, his fans like that honesty. Think of his contemporaries - there is some Really Really dark stuff under the hood and they are expected to be superheroes. Interestingly enough, my favourite Devin stuff was done 25 years ago. I want super Dev.
Love how Ola just mentions something and Devin then goes off for 10 minutes on a string of topics and then always returs to "what were we talking about again?"
That interaction with Devin did not feel it was an hour long! And Ola being an awesome host allowed Devin to take the wheel of the conversation allowing Devin's mind to roam free making this one of the best interviews I have seen so far.
This video is not just an interview. It is two human beings talking about life, existence, and music. Wholesome. Educational. Inspiring. Humbling. Thank you Ola for doing this with Devin. You both are breathtaking.
Two of my favorite people in the music world right here interviewing each other. Such a legendary talk between two of the smartest most down to earth people. Hellyeah getchapull.
@@OlaEnglund I think a lot of people do... It's just amazing how much hard drive Devy's brain has... I think his subconscious is in the limitless cloud
There's a great "humaness" about Devin. What makes him stand out is beyond how very talented he is,he doesn't come off as full of himself and very normal with flaws like everyone else. His singing is phenomenal as is his guitar playing. I have always been a huge fan of Ocean Machine and so many years later Empath strikes a similar chord. Having met him a few times he is the most down to earth really nice guy as was DTP.
I clicked as soon as I saw devy's name on the title. Also, you should add devin to your future work, collab with other artists and call it 'Ola and Friends' lol
Thee Obeast One just a heads up with having the same name as him we don’t like devy dev is alright but we just have an awful name anyways but my mom or wife don’t call me devy just dev.
I met Dev once and he was so warm, friendly, humble and nice. I told him I'd been along for the ride since 1993 and he gave me a hug. They say you should never meet your heroes, but I'm so glad I met this one
I hardly ever make a comment on RUclips but this was by far the best music interview that I've ever seen and I watched a lot of them. it was amazing to see an interview with Devin be so genuine and give up some really cool information about his Psyche on when he creates music. it gives me a whole new appreciation for him as a musician.. Devens 1000% correct you do the community a great service. continued success sir !!
Watching this again. I watched this when it originally aired and it has had such a ripple effect in my psyche. Devin is so layered; he is like slowly pealing an onion. Thank you Ola for making great content and thank you Devin for making music to fit every possible emotion we can experience. You write the best soundtracks for most of my days!!
Fantastic Ola! It's such an incredibly refreshing thing to see someone who is so authentic and self-aware in a world where people in his position are heavily incentivized to be anything but. Thanks for bringing this to us!
Devin Townsend is an actual musical mastermind. From being Steve Vai's singer to Strapping Young Lad to his Empath album. He's one of my favorite all time musicians. Thank you so much for this interview! Seeing him next weekend in Orlando.
the least surprising thing I learned from this video is that devin townsend loves all genres of music and yet is highly discerning about quality. i think this is true of every musician i like or respect.
All you need to know on how Devin treats his fans: I visited LOTS of concerts, but Devin so far is the only who shaked my hand from the stage after show. Best attitude ever.
True! I saw him a few years ago & after the concert, he stayed & shook all the hands of everyone who approached him. WHO DOES THAT?! F-ing cool guy! Love him.
I've seen him now a dozen or so times and after every show I shake his hand and thank him for the experience and he always thanks me back. He's the most down to earth performer.
Devin is so well spoken! Hilariously dark sense of humour too!! Also, what a cool guy to ask to try your guitar! I honestly had no idea that Louise made the Solar logo. Such a badass design!!
Wow, I don't listen much to Devin's music, but the man himself is so fascinating. Great interview Ola! You asked just enough to get Devin to go off on his tangents and that was very entertaining. You guys are both awesome assets to the guitar community!
I don't have any market data, but I think having tons of models with Evertune really helped Solar sell guitars. When I was shopping for an Evertune guitar I really only had 3 choices: 1) a noname cheapo guitar with questionable quality on amazon 2) one Epiphone model only in LP shape 3) any of the Solar ones with Evertune. So here I am, almost 2 years later, with my Solar A1.6ETC. I definitely made the right choice.
I was sooo curious about this episode that I had to watch it before commenting. I agree on each single word that came out of Devin and him, Guthrie and Steve Vai are the 3 people on this planet earth who I could talk to forever because their way of talking is beautifully philosophical and simply honest! Loved this episode! (... oh yeah and add Ola to the “conversations-could-go-on-forever” people list of course...) Devin rules!!!
This is by far my favorite interview that you have ever done. I love how off-the-cuff it was with the going back and forth. Devin is so smart. He has a way of explaining and dissecting things that I can listen to all day.
There aren’t many people who I idolize but Dev and SYL were one of my segues into more extreme metal. I owe alot to this guy as a Canadian and a musician. Glad that I’ve had the opportunity in the past to personally thank him for making music.
7:02 Spot on! I've been waiting for someone to mention Stravinsky's influence on John Williams! ("Starwars", "Superman", etc.) In fact, the first time I heard Stravinsky's Firebird Suite, as a young teenager, my first thought was: _"Aaaah! That sounds like the soundtrack to a _*_great_*_ movie!"_
this dude would be intimidating to interview. An intelligent complex guy, beautifully creative, but you'd have to choose your words well if you wanted to compliment him. Love that Willie Nelson joke though!
As a fellow Canadian....Dude can talk !!!! Highly Intelligent and extremely important issues. Thank you again Ola for the interview. Miss Strapping Young Lad SOLID!!!
Devy knows the struggle is real and does his best to keep it together so he can continue doing what he loves, making awesome music and performing it for our lucky ears, minds and souls.
I finally met Devin at NAMM 2019. Sorry for sitting there for so long eavesdropping on your conversation Dev! I just couldn't miss the opportunity! I don't usually get starstruck, but I definitely did there.
That was fucking awesome!!! I finished work, grabbed the iPad and a beer watching this I literally felt like I was there in the room.. epic chat with 2 fucking legends!! 🤘🏼🇦🇺🤘🏼
Okay, I watched it! A whole hour o' Devin rambling about things and losing track of what the original topic was. This truly is a gift! Also, I remember when Lucky Animals came out and a bunch of people sent in little videos of them dancing in their fursuits- seeing him here a few years later saying 'here's a brush!' is so validating lol. Devin is one of my favourite humans for sure
I met devin a few years back. Such a nice guy, signed my shirt and was super down to earth and took the time to talk with me and a lady that had cancer.
Wish I could sit with you and Dev. I would absolutely love to see what I could learn from you both as both a musician and just a human. Thanks for this one Ola!
I first heard of Devin when he was with Steve Via. Saw them in a club on Orlando FL. He came out wearing adult onesie pajamas with multicolored polka dots. Like Wonder bread. He was awesome. Of course Steve was also. Great musician with a statospheric I.Q. Thanks Ola. Could you please get Obituary on. My friend Kenny is the lead guitarist.
If you think about it....how awesome is it to meet one of our musicial inspirations, heroes...whatever you want to label 'em...and they turn out to be even more cool than we had hoped. I'm sure Ola, you'll agree. It's so refreshing to see someone who is a man among men creativity wise, acknowledge that at times, just like the rest of us, he feels life is "G-Damn difficult" and doesn't for one second feel the need to apologize for saying it. It's why I've been a fan of DT for years. He gives off this vibe that even if he wasn't creating art for the ears, he'd still be the guy you'd want to hang with. This was one satisfying cup of java Ola. Well done.
This just made my day! I´ve been looking forward to this episode the moment you announced it. Enjoyed every minute of it! Two of the coolest dudes in music contemplating about farts, evertune and a-namm-nesia :-D thanks Ola! again
A thing that would make me very happy would be invite Devin to have some pinneaple juice. I cannot describe how much his music, lyrics and thoughts helped me to see life now the way I see it; I really feel in peace with myself and think I'm a better person. Anyway, thanks Dev and Ola for another amazing talk!
I love Devin, he must really be an alien or some sort of thing. I wish every human being should have a 10% of what Devin has in his brain. I'm happy to see you two sharing common ideas and beliefs. Ola thanks for this video series and in particular for THIS video. I really L O V E D it. Cheers from Italy!
Devin in the Academy in Dublin was my favorite gig last year. A small venue which holds only around 800 people. And I saw the Foo Fighters in the RDS, and Metallica in Slane with over 80,000 people. Every musician on stage was amazing. Mike Keneally, Markus Reuter, Nathan Navarro, Morgan Agren... Bliss!
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Had Devin Townsend for coffee, or well he interviewed me basically... What a man, I think we all should be very lucky to have this human being in our lives.
Devy!!!
Does this mean I’m Hevy Kevy?
Ola Englund , so wish I could talk to Devin,he’s very inspirational.
@@777james777 he is to us all
Letting u know. What u said about cats and dogs eating their masters... is 100% correct and I can confirm it, several times.
The man, the myth, the legend. Great interview Ola! You need a nerf Solar guitar though now.
"I feel like life is so goddamn difficult that we should be supporting people. Like, dude, if you like dressing up in a fur costume and that makes you happy, here's a brush." - Devin Townsend, 2020
One of the reasons I love Devin so much, he's really developed a pretty beautiful outlook on life, and it's been an interesting journey to see him arrive where he is now as a person!
So much compassion on that phrase!
That line hit me too.
@@graysonwilson-cacciapalle7989 So fucking true man. It's why I'm such a devoted Devin Townsend fan. Other than his music being absolutely PHENOMENAL, he's just a beautiful and warm hearted human being who just loves making music and being happy. There are so many reasons to admire this man. He's the greatest musician this world has right now. His vocal abilities are on par with the best in the world. He's kind. Generous. Funny. Passionate. Hard working. Dudes my idol. 🤟🏻😁 #DevinIsGawd
As a furry and a Devin fan this just makes me love him so much more.
Is official now: Ola Chug Englund
Ola von Chuglund.
Maybe his soloing skills will also level up when he appends an "h" to the end of his name. "Englundh". That's how it works in Sweden, no?
Andriy shskjskslalalva
Please change your legal name to this, Ola.
Ola Chuglund
Devin asking 'may I try' a solar guitar is unbelievably sweet and humble.
Top man 👍
You mean Canadian
He's adorable!
The personality of a guy who's really had to work for his success and doesn't take anything for granted. For such an immensely talented guy he is very grounded. Also conforming to the stereotype that Canadians are absurdly nice people.
I love how putting a guitar in Devin's hands was like a security blanket, and he opened up immensely afterwards.
Good observation man
Bravo 👏
I interviewed him before a show back in 2013 and he played beautiful ambient guitar the entire time while talking to me. It actually calmed my nerves 😅
*"I just want things to be awesome. So I just spend shitloads of money. I'm in debt every project I do. Every tour I do. Everything."*
This is just one of several reasons I admire this man. To say nothing about this man's seemingly infinite talent. His kind hearted and generous nature. His uplifting and positive message. His humor. The fact he doesn't take himself too seriously and just wants to have fun with his fans. He could easily be a cocky, arrogant bastard and be justified in it based on his accomplishments alone. But he isn't. He's the most humble man I've ever seen. A man unaware of just how talented he really is and how much what he does means to all of us as fans who follow his career with avid anticipation. The fact he's willing to invest so much of his own money into his work speaks volumes. And it's why I will forever support this man. We love you, Devy. I could listen to Devin talk for days. Such a fascinating mind. 🤟🏻😁 #DevinIsGawd
I saw a video that he describes how he met Chad from Nickelback and how Chad taugh him how their writing and producing at Nickelback works and how they basicly "prints money". But the commentary Devy did about it was amazing for me. He said that even though it would be amazing to make shit loads of money it wouldn't be true to him. It would be meaningless, although he said that he trully admires Chad for what they accomplished with Nickelback. And that was one of the most amazing things for me about Devin Townsend.
I agree except for one thing. He is aware of how good he is and I think he chooses to be more humble because he sees how crazy and arrogant people can become. He thinks to himself....nah I am too good for that crap. All it does is slow things down and mess things up anyways, which he knows.. That being well known, alot of people take it way over the edge anyway. Alot of confidence is what you need. Not arrogance.
@@justinnix1347 I don’t think he knows *quite* how good he is, moreso he takes his craft extremely seriously and is unwilling to compromise on it
It’s impressive just how much Devin has changed physically over the past ten years. Dude looks like he’s put on some mass and is taking care of himself. Don’t get me wrong, I love Strapping Young Lad, but not at the expense of his health.
SYL was horrible for Devin's mental health. As much as I miss SYL I'm glad Devin is in a better place mentally because the devin Townsend project is incredible.
@@GeneralShermanDidNothingWrong He's done with DTP as well
I just miss his hair from SYL...
@@SnEaKeRSkEr I overall miss the old Devy but clearly he's in a much better place now and that matters the most. But I do miss SYL and i'll never get over that. But hey, he'll be playing some SYL stuff this year
He was jacked af a little while ago
Devin is THE PERFECT interviewee. He'll talk. He'll 'save' the conversation.
Geffrey van der Bos he is one of the few musicians who isn’t treating the interview like marketing. He’s very honest and more importantly, his fans like that honesty. Think of his contemporaries - there is some Really Really dark stuff under the hood and they are expected to be superheroes.
Interestingly enough, my favourite Devin stuff was done 25 years ago. I want super Dev.
He looks like the guy from Strapping Young Lad
Naah, that can't be right, he has no hair
@@MahtiHiiri Hmm good point
or does the guy from strapping young lad look like him?
@@haus05 That;s impossible that's illuminati 666
Probably his brother ^^
If more people thought the way Devin does the world would be a better place.
Ola has amazing posture...
Now that you mention it he f'n does...
Ola's posture CHUGS.
Maybe he wanna do drums
1 year later: Well, this aged well.
Even in spite of sitting on the open plains designed for jabba the hut
It's all the Swedish yoga.... Ola Miyagi?
Yeah, him and Matt H. from trivium
"Somewhere between Enya and Myrkskog is where the truth lies"
Devin in a nutshell.
The Myrkskog demo rules!
@@Farvann hell yeah love your channel too \m/
Those old Enya albums are awesome!
I thoroughly enjoyed this.. relaxed feel
Devin is a really interesting guy
That anyone at all is mentioning Enya and Myrkskog in one breath is making me more existential than I already am.
Devin is one of those musicians like Prince where you just can't help but be jealous of their genuinely absurd levels of talent.
And it's so uncompromisingly individual
Dude. Devin Townsend’s mind is incredible. He’s insanely self-aware! I could seriously have listened to him speak for another two hours.
Love how Ola just mentions something and Devin then goes off for 10 minutes on a string of topics and then always returs to "what were we talking about again?"
Ola you’re such a good listener man. I can tell. When people talk, you listen. That important especially for this segment. I dig it.
That interaction with Devin did not feel it was an hour long! And Ola being an awesome host allowed Devin to take the wheel of the conversation allowing Devin's mind to roam free making this one of the best interviews I have seen so far.
This video is not just an interview. It is two human beings talking about life, existence, and music. Wholesome. Educational. Inspiring. Humbling. Thank you Ola for doing this with Devin. You both are breathtaking.
Two of my favorite people in the music world right here interviewing each other. Such a legendary talk between two of the smartest most down to earth people. Hellyeah getchapull.
Except I felt incredibly stupid in his presence :D
@@OlaEnglund I think we all feel stupid in his presence, he's definitely on a different plane that's for sure. You held your own man, great interview.
Your both geniuses
@@OlaEnglund I think a lot of people do... It's just amazing how much hard drive Devy's brain has... I think his subconscious is in the limitless cloud
@@OlaEnglund Ola the Humblerer ! ... This was an awesome interview, it was like the Tinder date that started awkward but then just took off ;)
Shit!! Never really heard of Devin Townsend before and now i search all over youtube after his music!! Really great music!!
"Clickbait with Ola", there's never coffee in these, i'm here for the coffee! Ziltoid is displeased....
They're tricky, they oviously hide their finest bean... Prepare the attack!
Fetid!
And then once there was a bear out there... a real live bear... and he... ate the coffee.
I just wanted to watch a bit, but ended watching the whole thing. And I wish it would have been much longer. 😂
There's a great "humaness" about Devin. What makes him stand out is beyond how very talented he is,he doesn't come off as full of himself and very normal with flaws like everyone else. His singing is phenomenal as is his guitar playing. I have always been a huge fan of Ocean Machine and so many years later Empath strikes a similar chord. Having met him a few times he is the most down to earth really nice guy as was DTP.
Wonderful interview. I have to check out more of his music now.
Devin: "Hi"
Ola: "Mhm. Yes."
Devin Townsend always comes out as such an intelligent guy. Love to watch his interviews.
HEVY DEVY! Two of my favorite people, at the same... I don't think I can fanboy any harder.
So awesome you're in the comments. Your channel is fantastic!
Plague Scythe Studios Just remember to clean up after yourself 😜
Never really heard him talk before. You'd never guess that those screams come out of this person!
I clicked as soon as I saw devy's name on the title.
Also, you should add devin to your future work, collab with other artists and call it 'Ola and Friends' lol
Thee Obeast One just a heads up with having the same name as him we don’t like devy dev is alright but we just have an awful name anyways but my mom or wife don’t call me devy just dev.
@@dedo7326 He introduced himself as devy a few times
@@dedo7326 His official website is HevyDevy.com so I don't think he'd be offended, Devy.
I met Dev once and he was so warm, friendly, humble and nice. I told him I'd been along for the ride since 1993 and he gave me a hug. They say you should never meet your heroes, but I'm so glad I met this one
Hey Ola! Next : Coffee with Gojira's Joe Duplantier!
Coffee with MAX CAVALERA!!!! 🤘🤘🎸🎼
Been saying this for ages!
please 🙏
Devin is fucking awesome, a complete genius.
He seems so chill and humble. Love his attitude and work flow.
I hardly ever make a comment on RUclips but this was by far the best music interview that I've ever seen and I watched a lot of them. it was amazing to see an interview with Devin be so genuine and give up some really cool information about his Psyche on when he creates music. it gives me a whole new appreciation for him as a musician.. Devens 1000% correct you do the community a great service. continued success sir !!
Watching this again. I watched this when it originally aired and it has had such a ripple effect in my psyche. Devin is so layered; he is like slowly pealing an onion. Thank you Ola for making great content and thank you Devin for making music to fit every possible emotion we can experience. You write the best soundtracks for most of my days!!
Devin is one of the greatest musicians alive today. Awesome that you got to sit down and talk with him one on one.
10 secs in, I already know this is gonna be the best coffee with Ola ever! Love Devin
Fantastic Ola! It's such an incredibly refreshing thing to see someone who is so authentic and self-aware in a world where people in his position are heavily incentivized to be anything but. Thanks for bringing this to us!
I love the fact that Devin embodies the no fucks given attitude. It's refreshing to see someone who completely embraces who they are.
finally, even before the video started, i knew that this is going to be legendary!
Devin Townsend is an actual musical mastermind. From being Steve Vai's singer to Strapping Young Lad to his Empath album. He's one of my favorite all time musicians. Thank you so much for this interview! Seeing him next weekend in Orlando.
the least surprising thing I learned from this video is that devin townsend loves all genres of music and yet is highly discerning about quality. i think this is true of every musician i like or respect.
Devin is definitely one of the most awesome personalities in the guitar-world! Makes you laugh and really think about stuff!
All you need to know on how Devin treats his fans: I visited LOTS of concerts, but Devin so far is the only who shaked my hand from the stage after show. Best attitude ever.
True! I saw him a few years ago & after the concert, he stayed & shook all the hands of everyone who approached him.
WHO DOES THAT?!
F-ing cool guy! Love him.
I've seen him now a dozen or so times and after every show I shake his hand and thank him for the experience and he always thanks me back. He's the most down to earth performer.
The best personality in metal. Period. Nobody is as funny and candid.
Devin is so well spoken! Hilariously dark sense of humour too!! Also, what a cool guy to ask to try your guitar!
I honestly had no idea that Louise made the Solar logo. Such a badass design!!
Easily one of the greatest episodes of this series!
Wow, I don't listen much to Devin's music, but the man himself is so fascinating. Great interview Ola! You asked just enough to get Devin to go off on his tangents and that was very entertaining. You guys are both awesome assets to the guitar community!
I don't have any market data, but I think having tons of models with Evertune really helped Solar sell guitars. When I was shopping for an Evertune guitar I really only had 3 choices: 1) a noname cheapo guitar with questionable quality on amazon 2) one Epiphone model only in LP shape 3) any of the Solar ones with Evertune. So here I am, almost 2 years later, with my Solar A1.6ETC. I definitely made the right choice.
I bought the LTD LP with Evertune... and didn't like it. I quickly bought an A1.6RD and the LTD has sat in it's case ever since.
I love that Devin's wardrobe is very muted, *except* the socks.
That lewd individual wants you to look at his sultry ankles... ( ಠ ͜ʖಠ)
I was sooo curious about this episode that I had to watch it before commenting. I agree on each single word that came out of Devin and him, Guthrie and Steve Vai are the 3 people on this planet earth who I could talk to forever because their way of talking is beautifully philosophical and simply honest! Loved this episode! (... oh yeah and add Ola to the “conversations-could-go-on-forever” people list of course...)
Devin rules!!!
This is by far my favorite interview that you have ever done. I love how off-the-cuff it was with the going back and forth. Devin is so smart. He has a way of explaining and dissecting things that I can listen to all day.
Addicted is a massively great album. The melodies and vocals are so beautiful and powerful.
The fact that Devin is almost 50 and still seems so young gives me hope that even though Im almost 30, maybe I can make it as a musician someday...
It's never too late man I'm 31 and still fucking sorting out what I truly want to do with my life 😂
Go for it man. It's never too late. Best wishes to you.
There aren’t many people who I idolize but Dev and SYL were one of my segues into more extreme metal. I owe alot to this guy as a Canadian and a musician. Glad that I’ve had the opportunity in the past to personally thank him for making music.
7:02 Spot on! I've been waiting for someone to mention Stravinsky's influence on John Williams! ("Starwars", "Superman", etc.)
In fact, the first time I heard Stravinsky's Firebird Suite, as a young teenager, my first thought was: _"Aaaah! That sounds like the soundtrack to a _*_great_*_ movie!"_
4 a.m won't stop me from watching Devin's interview.
Thank you, Ola, for bringing up the genius for a coffee :)
The 2 favorite musicians I met at NAMM.
Devon even signed a photo for my Waman but he signed it Pete Townsend... Classy man! lol
Lol thats fucking awesome!!!!
Two signatures for the price of one!
@@pd4165 Yeah she thought he was Simon Townsend - Pete's brother that plays bass for the Who touring. lol
We ran into Devin at NAMM and he was just hanging out. He had us grab pictures just because. Super humble dude.
I think this is the best Coffee with Ola episode, hands down. Devin is such an interesting dude, smart as hell too. Quality content Ola, thanks man!
Man, everytime I hear Devin talking, I learn something, and not just about Devin, but about stuff. I cant say that about alot of people. Thanks
Devin definitely has a deep well of wisdom. He always has something insightful to hear.
I clicked on this SO fast. It only had 20 views on it. We've all been waiting on this one! Thank you Ola!
Devin Townsend interviews are always so interesting and he always makes me laugh. My favorite musician by far.
this dude would be intimidating to interview. An intelligent complex guy, beautifully creative, but you'd have to choose your words well if you wanted to compliment him. Love that Willie Nelson joke though!
Oh.....i missed it. Did he farted?
This guy makes me so proud to be Canadian. He's a National treasure for sure!
“I AM COFFEE MY FRIEND”
This is a very good discussion. Devin is a sharp fellow and is really likable.
Great job Ola.
Hey, man, those coffee-drinking alien songs are some of my favorite pieces of music.
As a fellow Canadian....Dude can talk !!!! Highly Intelligent and extremely important issues. Thank you again Ola for the interview. Miss Strapping Young Lad SOLID!!!
GOOD LORD ITS A ⓒⓗⓔⓔⓢⓔⓑⓤⓡⓖⓔⓡ
A double!
Devy knows the struggle is real and does his best to keep it together so he can continue doing what he loves, making awesome music and performing it for our lucky ears, minds and souls.
omg Devin relics his own guitars. This guy gets cooler every day.
I could listen to you two talk all day. Best CWO everrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
I love that Devin finally let “the artist” out.
I finally met Devin at NAMM 2019. Sorry for sitting there for so long eavesdropping on your conversation Dev! I just couldn't miss the opportunity! I don't usually get starstruck, but I definitely did there.
I'm still waiting for coffee with Jerry Cantrell
YES!
dude it's an another level :)
Ola reminds me of Jerry when he plays his new Fender :D
@@svartsjokolade exactly
What a fantastic idea!
That was fucking awesome!!! I finished work, grabbed the iPad and a beer watching this I literally felt like I was there in the room.. epic chat with 2 fucking legends!! 🤘🏼🇦🇺🤘🏼
I don't have the time to watch this at the moment, but I'm absolutely positive that it's amazing
It is.
It really is
Come back, or keep looking over your shoulder 24/7, LOL
If Devin had time to do this interview that means you have time watch it bro. Check yourself.
Okay, I watched it! A whole hour o' Devin rambling about things and losing track of what the original topic was. This truly is a gift! Also, I remember when Lucky Animals came out and a bunch of people sent in little videos of them dancing in their fursuits- seeing him here a few years later saying 'here's a brush!' is so validating lol. Devin is one of my favourite humans for sure
Thanks mother nature for giving us Devin Townsend.....best Coffee with Ola ever.
That insanely levitating lamp shade distracted me the whole time. I mean, the metal rod just ends and then shit....idk! Good interview Ola!
Half way through and now look what you've done.
well that was fun, thanks Ola! Great to just be a fly on the wall for a killer conversation.
When worlds collide!!!
Dev is such an influence, so cool that he is on here. Thanks Ola 🤘🎸🎶
Devin Townsend is genuinely the most interesting guy to listen to best episode of coffee with ola by far imo
31:15 The curling of the string around Ola's Tuner he referenced in another recent video.
Remember which video?
@@Invertiga I'll have to take a run through a few of his recent videos and I'll post it back here when I find it.
@@ebenezerspludge8369 bump
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I met devin a few years back. Such a nice guy, signed my shirt and was super down to earth and took the time to talk with me and a lady that had cancer.
Great interview.Greetings from Norway.
Wish I could sit with you and Dev. I would absolutely love to see what I could learn from you both as both a musician and just a human. Thanks for this one Ola!
Devin is hilarious! I appreciate his sense of humor.
I'm From Alaska.. I hope we treated you well and you had a great time. Peace Devin... Ola.
I first heard of Devin when he was with Steve Via. Saw them in a club on Orlando FL. He came out wearing adult onesie pajamas with multicolored polka dots. Like Wonder bread. He was awesome. Of course Steve was also. Great musician with a statospheric I.Q. Thanks Ola. Could you please get Obituary on. My friend Kenny is the lead guitarist.
his vocals in the song 'pig' were insane. definitely my favourite vai song ever
via Steve Vai?
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Dude, you're friends with Kenny? He's fucking awesome. Basically the only lead player in obituary after James Murphy who's been properly good.
Steve Via are THE BEST Steve Vai tribute band
😁
@@kampfkustomer2343 my mistake. I are a collage student.
If you think about it....how awesome is it to meet one of our musicial inspirations, heroes...whatever you want to label 'em...and they turn out to be even more cool than we had hoped. I'm sure Ola, you'll agree. It's so refreshing to see someone who is a man among men creativity wise, acknowledge that at times, just like the rest of us, he feels life is "G-Damn difficult" and doesn't for one second feel the need to apologize for saying it. It's why I've been a fan of DT for years. He gives off this vibe that even if he wasn't creating art for the ears, he'd still be the guy you'd want to hang with. This was one satisfying cup of java Ola. Well done.
This just made my day!
I´ve been looking forward to this episode the moment you announced it.
Enjoyed every minute of it!
Two of the coolest dudes in music contemplating about farts, evertune and a-namm-nesia :-D
thanks Ola!
again
A thing that would make me very happy would be invite Devin to have some pinneaple juice. I cannot describe how much his music, lyrics and thoughts helped me to see life now the way I see it; I really feel in peace with myself and think I'm a better person.
Anyway, thanks Dev and Ola for another amazing talk!
Devin is the sort of guy that you really would love to have as a friend and hang out with 4 days a week.
I don't know. The man's an introvert. As an introvert myself I know how difficult spending that much time with someone is.
I love Devin, he must really be an alien or some sort of thing. I wish every human being should have a 10% of what Devin has in his brain. I'm happy to see you two sharing common ideas and beliefs.
Ola thanks for this video series and in particular for THIS video. I really L O V E D it.
Cheers from Italy!
Really good panning on the voices.
These guys seem to be a good match.
What were we talking about!! I think i fell down the rabbit hole watching this.. loved this!!
A more appropriate title would be "Ola Englund chilling with Devin Townsend."
Just checks all the boxes. Humble, funny, charismatic. He's not a guitar player or a musician, but a composer with a grander vision.
Hevy Devy: "Why feel upset about things you can't control?"
Also Devy: "I don't understand why all of you people aren't using Evertune!"
slappadabass this was the best part. Devin doesn’t care about politics or music but he hates music gear evangelists and loves evertune. 😂
Devin in the Academy in Dublin was my favorite gig last year. A small venue which holds only around 800 people. And I saw the Foo Fighters in the RDS, and Metallica in Slane with over 80,000 people. Every musician on stage was amazing. Mike Keneally, Markus Reuter, Nathan Navarro, Morgan Agren... Bliss!