Failure Looks Back at the '90s and Ahead at Making New Music

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10 жыл бұрын

After disbanding nearly 17 years ago, Los Angeles Alt-Rock heroes Failure have reunited and are laying down plans for new music. Ken Andrews and Greg Edwards explain the events that lead to the breakup, including drug addiction and being caught between the Grunge and Nu-Metal movements. Read more here: news.radio.com/2014/02/13/fail...
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@Kevindust29 9 жыл бұрын

I saw them open for Tool at Porter Hall in Ottawa, Canada on Feb 22, 1994. I still have the ticket stub and the demo cassette that they threw to me. I've been a Failure fan ever since, glad to see them back!

@MBloke 7 жыл бұрын

Holy shit you have a demo cassette? Which songs are in there? :O

@mastervader218 7 жыл бұрын

holy cow! this may sound weird, but i too saw them in 94 at the Roseland opening for TOOL where they also threw a demo tape into the crowed, it literally landed on my head! lol ever since i've been a fan till now. great music!

@hauntedhose 5 жыл бұрын

I saw them a week prior in NYC feb 14 94’

@hauntedhose 5 жыл бұрын

Alex Berman I was at that fucking show!!!

@sabyrk 4 жыл бұрын

I had pretty much the same experience -- only in Buffalo in January of that year. And I didn't catch the promo cassette w/ the three songs from the album. But I was blown away and became a fan on the spot.

@Ar41e 7 жыл бұрын

Along with Trent Reznor, Maynard and Raymond Watts - Ken Andrews is my favorite musical inspiration! Complex artist with a unique musical landscape vision! So sincere and a truly real one!

@JakeTheMDog 10 жыл бұрын

Nice! These guys are fucking heroes and pioneers in music.

@caiusmadison2996 Жыл бұрын

@@JakeTheMDog they went on to record many good artists too.

@JakeTheMDog Жыл бұрын

@@caiusmadison2996 I know, they are still awesome

@jiznak2000 2 жыл бұрын

Seriously the most underrated band of the 90s and I would even say they’re underrated now.

@caiusmadison2996 Жыл бұрын

Agreed, Failure is the secret sauce of alternative music to me... they are very good at that vibe of melody over heavy, but remains solid in heavy territory too.

@drumtravelfun 6 жыл бұрын

Ken/Greg, please, please, get Kelli to replace the drum machine parts on the Magnified demos, and release them. Sincerely-every Failure fan EVER.

@mrhobs 4 жыл бұрын

Do they still have the original 4 track recordings necessary to do that? I always thought it all ended up being recorded together and that’s why they were forced to re-record the whole thing over, even though that was their plan to begin with... they didn’t allow for the possibility of using the demos... well, what do I know...

@stanjones9936 9 жыл бұрын

Saw these guys in Atl with Local H in the 90's. One of the best shows I have seen. New album is awesome

@billyhughes9776 10 жыл бұрын

Discovered Failure back in '96 after hearing "Stuck On You" on the radio. I bought Fantastic Planet based on that one song and was totally blown away -- that record is a masterpiece. Bought their other two, Ken's solo stuff, Year Of The Rabbit. It's exciting to see them back together. I hope they tour and come to the D.C. area.

@wesleywiggins86 10 жыл бұрын

They are coming to Silver Spring @ Filmore 6/5.

@billyhughes9776 10 жыл бұрын

Got tickets my brother!

@wesleywiggins86 10 жыл бұрын

Billy Hughes me too!

@mikereseigh 5 жыл бұрын

Hell yes!

@JayZombie1216 5 жыл бұрын

Funny enough, they were just at the 9:30 club a week ago.

@sydbarrett5 9 жыл бұрын

Just discovering these guys. They seem like a cross over between grunge and shoegaze. I like what I hear. I heard their version of "Enjoy the Silence" and I loved it. Glad they are back!

@caiusmadison2996 Жыл бұрын

Don't forget the industrial drums and dilapidated keys. That's a main bench post of their sound.

@pepebutter 10 жыл бұрын

Been a fan since 92 with the comfort days, and saw them last night in SF. Was blown away by how tight they are and how big the sound is. This is one of the best atl bands EVER. Go see them, then go see them again. Very happy everyone is clean and I hope that it stays that way.

@cudahendrix3372 10 жыл бұрын

Holy shit, I can't believe Failure is back! Now if HUM gets back together my life will be complete.

@draculamountain 10 жыл бұрын

HUM plays a few shows every couple years or so. Mostly in Chicago though.

@ehi8243 10 жыл бұрын

They play random shows here and there, but they never really came back as a proper reunion. One can dream, though.

@Misanthrope1989 9 жыл бұрын

Cuda Hendrix Amen!

@BobStevens789 9 жыл бұрын

Cuda Hendrix Not sure if you're aware, but they're touring together in August.

@plazmikpond 3 жыл бұрын

Well your life is complete now. Hum's 'Inlet' is a phenomenal return album.

@vidsforsquids 10 жыл бұрын

These two guys have a unique slant and twist to their songs that is just so alluring. It was really cool to attend the El Rey reunion show and chat with fellow fans. Everyone seemed cool and laid back with their own stories to tell. Good people. Now we'll wait for that Failure EP or album!!

@AegisEpoch 6 жыл бұрын

failure has a way with melody that i really like. i knew "stuck on you" back from when i was 12, but recently i've been getting into "undone".

@ilyas_elouchihi 17 күн бұрын

They're geniuses when it comes to creating original and effective chord progressions, that's why I love them

@kriskenmonroe1 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for finishing up Magnified and sticking with it. I wish you would go back and fix up Comfort in the same way. Just amazing music, and you are right that the music didn't get the recognition it deserved. Great music, great stuff.

@anihilist460 10 жыл бұрын

The Failure show in Houston was beyond words.

@blisterpacman 9 жыл бұрын

right saw em tonight here in austin it was so badass

@pessimystica 9 жыл бұрын

Anihilist I saw that Houston show! I'm about to see them again in Austin this weekend too. I'm so glad they're making music again.

@blisterpacman 9 жыл бұрын

pessimystica I didnt nkow they were coming back to austin , where at? I saw them at fun fun fun fest here in november it was badass

@pessimystica 9 жыл бұрын

Yah! They're playing Emos this Saturday. I found out about it last month when I went to the new album listening session at Waterloo. It'll be nice to hear some new songs live.

@blisterpacman 9 жыл бұрын

pessimystica cool i got my tickets see you their! i will be the skinny guy with the dark hair!

@mrmanback 10 жыл бұрын

I am beyond stoked to see these guys play on the same stage as T00L, again, 17 years later

@DFSrlz 10 жыл бұрын

Only 421 views? These kids nowadays need to know about these guys. SPREAD THE WORD!

@pogijuice 6 жыл бұрын

i saw ken andrews when he was with year of the rabbit touring with thursday. fell in love of that band too. all his songs were great!! YOTR!!

@crimsonhead6936 8 жыл бұрын

Hell yeah the new album is crazy good. These guys are amazing. Dynamic duo

@trickster398 10 жыл бұрын

Im so overjoyed that you guys reunited! After all the years that passed away and you guys laying off the drugs its like fate gave you guys time to recollect and start on other material that would conclusively lead to you guys back together! Failure is a success story! :D can't wait to see you guys live again! Your gigs are extrodinary!!!!

@roger3198 9 жыл бұрын

they just played last night @ Sunset Street Music Festival here in L.A and they blew my mind! definitely a diamond in the rough. i'm watching them again!! listen to their story, lots of bands probably have gone through the same but these guys are bouncing back with a humble approach.

@smathfury 10 жыл бұрын

I can't wait to see you guys in Jersey!!! Literally, Failure is my favorite band of all time.

@dedmex666 Жыл бұрын

Damn u can tell it’s genuine answers the way they answer it I’m 22 now about to see failure live for first time

@colonelspicymustard Жыл бұрын

where? i don’t believe they have any upcoming dates as iirc they canceled their appearance at that festival in vegas

@dedmex666 Жыл бұрын

@@colonelspicymustard oh shit that’s where I was supposed to see them @sicknewworld

@caiusmadison2996 Жыл бұрын

@@dedmex666 yeah, they canceled, only show I've wanted to see too, since moving here to Vegas 2 years ago, and it's canceled.

@kaylamcanally9456 8 жыл бұрын

Just saw them in STL....still crying

@mannyurbina5684 7 жыл бұрын

discovered 6 years ago love this band in my top 10 for sure!

@erevno 10 жыл бұрын

Great news! can't wait to hear some new material.

@mynameismark25 4 жыл бұрын

everyone raves about Fantastic Planet, but Magnified is flawless IMO.

@Wolfdragon92584 3 жыл бұрын

I agree, although i love both. Magnified catches my ear a bit more. But the lyrics of Fantastic Planet really hit hard for me

@christopherrincon6051 7 жыл бұрын

you guys are amazing

@mikereseigh 5 жыл бұрын

We dig the hell out of you guys. Going to see you in Detroit for the first time in April.

@CyclingTrivialities 5 жыл бұрын

Been listening since 96 and that was my first show too :) hope you enjoyed it as much as I did!

@Wolfdragon92584 3 жыл бұрын

I love these guys. Their music is so badass and otherworldy but as human beings, they seem very down to earth and humble. Hope i can see them play live, maybe meet them one day.

@iamthepinkylifter 6 жыл бұрын

their fantastic planet set in new york was literally perfect. one of the best shows i've ever seen

@Dalimagnus 10 жыл бұрын

New album. Hell yes.

@FtheLeftSF 10 жыл бұрын

these guys where such a great surprise in San Francisco with Tool this past week - what a great show !

@emchammer1815 9 жыл бұрын

They are following the same path as glam bands did. Many glam bands reformed in the early 2000's to surprising success. I think grunge bands are starting to reform and that is fucking awesome.

@bartkadolphII 9 жыл бұрын

Alright ladies and gentleman... APC's 13th step when I was introduced to FAILURE. I was 11 when these guys were approaching Fantastic. Seen m live, hung out with Andrews and support them throughout the rest of their legendary ideas. Speaking of "drugs" as an issue?? Well... A wise man once said "Rockers against drugs?!?!?" Boy they suck!" - ?

@hauntedhose 5 жыл бұрын

Attn Failure fans: do yourself a favor and check out Starflyer 59

@rubin.b2783 8 ай бұрын

Always love failure ❤

@bobbyjunior3126 10 жыл бұрын

Love Failure, but this is straight up like a Portlandia sketch.

@mikereseigh 4 жыл бұрын

Ken was right. They are playing better than the 90's the new albums are the best stuff they have ever done.

@user-xl8kb6oq5z 9 жыл бұрын

Nashville, Tennessee please

@xxczerxx Ай бұрын

Interesting about the Magnified demos. Although they are EXTREMELY close to the final product performance-wise.

@KiliFili13 7 жыл бұрын

I'm in my early twenties and I just found these guys a little under three years ago. I truly wonder how much of their fanbase is relatively new?

@nataliee9 7 жыл бұрын

Farfig Noogan For me the same, discovered them like three and a half yrs ago. 26 years old though.

@execration_texts 2 жыл бұрын

Oddly I also found them at 26. Strange...

@caiusmadison2996 Жыл бұрын

@execration_texts I wish yall would have been a youth like I was in 1996', there was a Bond film that featured "Stuck on You" as the main theme for the opener, and then this song was on a Doc Marten's Music Sampler, a gift to get you to buy their expensive sandals/boots, that co trained a mic of 10-12 songs, all current hits. It was really neat getting a pair of the sandals to rule them all, then hearing this as an extra. It was straight to Barnes and Noble to pick up Fantastic Planet, and Magnified, as a shot in the dark. One thing I found with this band, you're never disappointed, each album has bangers that have me coming back if not daily, every other day.

@termsofusepolice 9 жыл бұрын

The new record is as good or better than FP. Would have never believed such a thing was possible but that's this reviewer's humble opinion.

@kriskenmonroe1 7 жыл бұрын

Agreed. The Heart is Monster is amazing and so strong. Shame more people aren't finding this bad.

@JessHart006 5 жыл бұрын

It's crazy. I OBSESS over Failure and their greatness, and when "The Heart is a Monster" came out, I was convinced it was nostalgia telling me how great it was, but no; it sounded just like it needed to sound to be an evolution of the band and a continuation of their sound. And then "In the Future..." came out and I was blown away by how they managed to top themselves again.

@ryanmccormick7072 8 жыл бұрын

Best band.

@CMeier213 10 жыл бұрын

SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY!!

@sethprops4404 5 жыл бұрын

Fuck yeah!

@derka5938 2 жыл бұрын

I feel stupid not knwibg these guys back in the 90s. Notmy fault cause i heared everything else that was sick

@Franklinberry773 9 жыл бұрын

My goodness ken sounds nervous

@mrhobs 4 жыл бұрын

He probably is, but that’s kinda just how he is too. I have a similar thing...hard to make my sentences flow on the fly sometimes with words occasionally getting stuck

@brendan5235 Жыл бұрын

I don't think he's nervous I think he just has a stutter

@JessHart006 5 жыл бұрын

How is it even possible that they broke up for 17 years and have reformed and put out two albums of some of their all-time best work? And doing so without just mining the same sound of the first 3 albums and not evolving?

@lornajeanheath6330 9 жыл бұрын

we fucking love you in aotearoa. please come here. 'magnified' is like part of my flesh. and i am not alone. please come come to new zealand. please. PLEASE. you will be pleasantly surprised by how much we dig you. you might even get a haka out of it

@whothennow24 3 жыл бұрын

Is the background music of this video Failure songs without vocals?

@musicdump7795 2 жыл бұрын

hell no

@onewhitepony 10 жыл бұрын

whats the background song?

@Aurganic 10 жыл бұрын

Heya. Just discovered our music is in the background. Check us out at www.aurganicmusic.com! Thanks!

@onewhitepony 10 жыл бұрын

Aurganic im following you on fb and soundcloud now... but whats the name of the song? Great stuff btw!!

@Aurganic 10 жыл бұрын

David Nash Thank you! Our song Choices was used there. The stuff in the beginning is not ours. There are credits in the end. The Spanish Armada is the other artist credited. Cheers!

@onewhitepony 10 жыл бұрын

Aurganic thank you I appreciate it!! ive had your song "the lost and found" on repeat since yesterday lol

@pixzie_ 3 жыл бұрын

Solaris is such an underrated song that it angers me

@LuxeXx 8 жыл бұрын

Failure is underrated, Tool is overrated.

@gracesarahoktovina8781 6 жыл бұрын

LuxeXx in my opinion, Failure is soo much better than Tool

@borislavm.8148 6 жыл бұрын

They're totally different bands, moreover, most of Tool fans aren't actually understanding what they're listening to and it's meaning. I greatly appreciate both bands, but they're very different; no need for competitions. I guess Tool has been around for more time, won a Grammy award, has more material and so on. I guess that's why they're more famous than Failure, but after all it's great to see that more fans of Failure's music are gathering. We must appreciate every band and song independently. Like Ken said, people were obsessed with Nirvana and Pearl Jam that they didn't have the opened mindset to understand and appreciate our music.

@AegisEpoch 6 жыл бұрын

the truth

@Dillonmac96 4 жыл бұрын

Yea failure is better than tool! Nirvana is better than RHCP too. ( gunshot heard,last breath whispered “jk”)

@nedim_guitar 4 жыл бұрын

@@Dillonmac96 I actually don't like Nirvana. I can still listen to RHCP, but I can't listen to Nirvana. It's like I've grown up out of that phase. RHCP though and the album One Hot Minute... To me, not even Nevermind comes close.