SHINEDOWN'S Brent Smith On How Close Was the Band to a Breakup & Why They Replaced Original Members

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SHINEDOWN frontman Brent Smith joins ‪@ReelTalker‬ host Jim Alexander for an in-depth conversation. Brent discusses the early 2000's rock explosion. The tensions in the band with the original members and why a change was needed. How close was Shinedown to breaking-up? Current relationship with the original members that are no longer with the band. The bands most important record and how it changed the game for them. The record producer that was a huge part in the band's success.
Brent also discusses the new Shinedown movie and previews the 2022 record and what fans can expect from it. Plus, Brent opens up about his former weight and addiction struggles and what someone close to him told him that changed his life around.
Learn about Brent Smith as he shares his vulnerabilities and opens up in this insightful and in-depth interview with one of the superstar rockers.
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@cupcakelove29 2 жыл бұрын

Been a fan since 2005. This band has brought me out of some very dark places.

@thechroniclesofainfp 2 жыл бұрын

same got to see them in Toronto ON. best day of my life 🥰🙏

@alisongunther6486 2 жыл бұрын

I think that's why we're all fans. ❤️

@beckymartin2717 2 жыл бұрын

Same here. Love these guys. I get where they are coming from. Such deep lyrics . Done EVER go away!!!!!

@leahoakwood9988 Жыл бұрын

Same. They pulled me right out of a grave.

@donnadottoli5744 Жыл бұрын

Shinedown gives me a better life. They love us.

@RNemy509 Жыл бұрын

Brent Smith is just an excellent human! Love this dude and Shinedown

@TheOriginalTraumaQueen87 Ай бұрын

No……. He’s really not…….

@corpmonkeyfarts 3 күн бұрын

@@TheOriginalTraumaQueen87 bro what

@rachelbyington463 Жыл бұрын

Brent looks a lot younger than 40. We love you guys. Shinedown is awesome!

@ReelTalker Жыл бұрын

Brent looks better than ever, I actually just spoke to him yesterday, I’ll have that interview posted soon, so stay tuned Rachel

@theladyoftheinvisibleempire 4 ай бұрын

I know this is a year old but he's actually 45 or 46 and no, he doesn't look it

@bikesandbrass Жыл бұрын

I've been a fan since Leave a Whisper. 45 and Burning Bright were some of my anthems in the last year of high school and Shinedown helped carry me through college and now well into adulthood. I still hold this group as one of, if not my absolute favorite group ever. I saw them in PHX in 2022 and it was unbelievable. best concert I've been to in a long time. It's not just Brent's voice (but HOLY CRAP Brent's voice..........) but their message, and I feel like I've taken a similar growth journey in my life along side them. Lastly their consistency. Even Five Iron Frenzy (my favorite band overall) has a few songs and even a full album that I just don't care for. I can't think of a single Shinedown song that just falls flat or doesn't hit. Thank you for everything you've done and all the music over the years. I BEG YOU, keep going.

@ReelTalker Жыл бұрын

Well said. Agreed they are one of a kind band.

@elizabethjones7735 2 жыл бұрын

Just saw Shinedown on Thursday night April 14th at the Huntington Center in Toledo Ohio. I and my husband are very big fans. He's seen them twice live now. It was the best concert I've ever seen. I can't wait to see them again!! Brent, Barry, Eric and Zach are an amazing group of rockers!! So many of their songs have such deep meanings. What I love most about Shinedown is they are amazing performers that are down to earth and real!!

@rooh5825 Жыл бұрын

I had started working at a windshield warehouse back in 2003, and they would play the local hard rock station, and wow "Fly from the Inside" came on the radio and I was immediately hooked. 20 years later, I've purchased every album, seen Shinedown multiple times in concert, they are absolutely amazing, but Fly from the Inside remains my favorite song from the band. Thank you guys, you've got me through so much.

@ReelTalker Жыл бұрын

Very cool. They sure have that impact on people

@Patrioticways1776 8 ай бұрын

My first was Monsters. Ny friend got me hookrd o. Them

@ronws2007 2 жыл бұрын

I totally get what Brent is saying. What if they had not changed the people? Would they have been able to create Amaryllis and such breakout hits as "Bully"? That is still one of my favorite albums to listen to, as well as being a favorite from Shinedown.

@diegomazzaron9191 2 жыл бұрын

They are a good band anyway in the same way with the old members or with the actually members.

@sharonscurti8024 Жыл бұрын

I was lucky enough to meet Brent and the original members in 2004 and 2006 at Chicago House of Blues . Leave a Whisper and US and Them will always be my favorite but every Shinedown album has been phenomenal since. I always see Shinedown concerts if they tour anywhere near Chicago

@ReelTalker Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome, they are great live

@diegomazzaron9191 8 ай бұрын

Lucky you, this is awesome.

@diegomazzaron9191 2 жыл бұрын

I love all the guys in the history of the band, but for me the best Shinedown are: Brent on vocals, Jasin on lead guitar, Zack on rhythm guitar, Brad on bass and Barry on drums. 🤘🔥🔝

@diegomazzaron9191 2 жыл бұрын

This is a very great interview, because most of the interviews almost never asking at Brent or Barry about the early years of the band and obviously with the former members like Jasin and Brad. I personally think this band is great anyway once and now, but for me their first three albums are very special and great.

@maryhelenbuchele7342 7 ай бұрын

Do you see why things had to change there is no way they could have toured together for all the years. Pretty sure the band would have never made it. It would be cool for Jasin to play for 1 tour but maybe Jasin isn't interested in that. I just wish people would stop hating Brent for the band breaking up because it wasn't just him.

@shereegolden7677 Ай бұрын

I remember the 1st time I heard you.. 2001. KISW. 99.9 ....."45".. I told my friend's this guy is going to be a ROCKSTAR. 23 years. You're not the same person ... I've watched you're progress.. Phenomenal.. Muuh respects.. Sheree

@ReelTalker Ай бұрын

Nice

@shereegolden7677 Ай бұрын

How does one meet Brent..a dream ...im sure he has no problem meeting women. Pass this to Brent much respect Sheree

@lifeafteryou8179 2 жыл бұрын

Been a shinedown fan since there first album an i love all there albums they just get better an better imo

@nreising2722 10 ай бұрын

Another great show last night❤ epic! Thanks 4 the memories!

@ShOoTeR7386 2 жыл бұрын

From leave a whisper to planet zero I've been through many concerts seeing them live 16 and counting. Love this band. 🎶🎶😜 Also if you really wanna go deep into his career check out the band Dreve the song grudge is an early randition of BURNING BRIGHT.. Look harder and you will find about 7 others songs shinedown used on other albums. 👌🎶🎵💯

@lisawallace3124 Жыл бұрын

"I won't be left defenseless As God as my witness I'd rather be dangerous" makes even MORE sense now!

@donnadottoli5744 Жыл бұрын

This is awesome getting to know Brent and Shinedown band members.

@ReelTalker Жыл бұрын

Yea he’s super cool as you can see

@annahg92 2 жыл бұрын

Great interview. That must of been cool interviewing as a fan

@dorothymyers9639 2 жыл бұрын

Nice interview, well done!! ❤️ I love Shinedown!!

@ReelTalker 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. Shinedown is the best!

@mainjframe Жыл бұрын

Great Interview!

@tampametal Жыл бұрын

I like original and current Shinedown lineup but the Jasin years they were so raw and rockin.

@ReelTalker Жыл бұрын

Agreed

@diegomazzaron9191 Жыл бұрын

Because Jasin was the rock soul of the band.

@ashleylee5445 2 жыл бұрын

Been a fan since 2007 met Zakk & Barry in Milan Italy in 2018. Seriously nice guys. It was a damn pleasure. My favourite band period. 🤟🤟🤟

@JoeTayMetal 2 жыл бұрын

Go back to the originals. Much better flow and chemistry. And music! Leave A Whisper will never be topped.

@diegomazzaron9191 2 жыл бұрын

I agree 🙌

@mikeboyd2204 2 жыл бұрын

Very enjoyable Interview

@ReelTalker 2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated

@debimoseley3590 Жыл бұрын

I found you on the rob Thomas matchbox 20 channel. If I had found you before them you would be my favorite.... Just saw you at the pond in Anaheim. Best show ever....we don't do vacations we spend are money on concerts.... We had tickets to see you for the first time and then COVID. Had to wait years to Finally see you. Rob only still has the #1 spot because of "Sidewalk angles" animal charity and homeless woman. But your voice is everything. You are 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩😍😍😍😍. I'm a handicap person so Shriners and sidewalk angles are who I give extra to. What charities do you deal with. So I can look into them. God I love your voice. No one can touch your amazing voice

@averagejoe9851 2 жыл бұрын

Seen them in Spokane......Total pros on stage......They earn their money and then some......

@JohnSmith-rg3nf 2 жыл бұрын

I love this group

@tracyneighbors7059 Жыл бұрын

MUCH LOVE AND RESPECT YOU'LL, GOD BLESS!

@tammymiller506 2 жыл бұрын

Rick Beato should get a shout out you know why

@maryhelenbuchele7342 7 ай бұрын

Brent has given credit to him in other interviews he just didn't come up this time.

@benjaminmoyer741 11 ай бұрын

This whole have been heartbreaking.

@michaelrau7003 2 жыл бұрын

And no, it did not change the Music. the band and music is still Awesome!!!

@leahoakwood9988 Жыл бұрын

For me, BEST BAND since the RAMONES! Thanks, gents!

@devilish9924 2 жыл бұрын

The first song I heard was not strong enough and automatically made me a fan of shine down 😅🔥🔥

@tntchace 2 жыл бұрын

"Not strong enough" is not a Shinedown song, but a song by Apocalyptica that features Brent Smith singing... just so you know. Although of course Brent NAILS it

@ShOoTeR7386 2 жыл бұрын

@@tntchace facts. Also theory of a Deadman - so happy is a great track ft. Brent Smith.

@joesmitherman5597 2 жыл бұрын

@@ShOoTeR7386 Not Strong Enough also features Doug Robb from Hoobastank too

@ryanandersen7417 Жыл бұрын

@@joesmitherman5597 separate version but yes 😃

@maryhelenbuchele7342 7 ай бұрын

@ShOoTeR7386 I would have liked if Brent had more singing than just the explicit chorus and backing vocals.

@jayrobbins8467 Жыл бұрын

So Brent et al if you are not living on the edge you're taking up space brotha. 👍 I get it my man!

@lisasharp6990 Жыл бұрын

Brent your the Greatest I Love the Bands sound so much more now! Monsters is on point! And I'd Love to sing Bad at Love with you! If I get the chance to ever see you Gentlemen in Concert you all are # 1 on my list! But life keeps me from being able to

@azurikstone333 2 жыл бұрын

I am more of a fan of the old guitar player he wrote killer songs with killer guitar .

@diegomazzaron9191 2 жыл бұрын

He is the great Jasin Todd, this is the name of the man. 🤘

@liamsweeney972 Жыл бұрын

Jasin

@dngrouscrgo Жыл бұрын

Shame he basically faded into obscurity after he left SD

@duanewillis7058 Жыл бұрын

Jasin Todd is the guitarist who made this band great once upon a time. Now, Shinedown plays pop music and are mere hipsters. Sellouts.

@azurikstone333 Жыл бұрын

He wrote with feeling the new guitar player is a filler behind all the other shit going on now.

@diegomazzaron9191 2 жыл бұрын

I love Shinedown, but I miss Jasin Todd the original guitarist of this band. I hope he come back someday. 👍🤘❤️

@GiBsOnX92 Жыл бұрын

It will never happen. I also miss both Jasin Todd and Brad Stewart

@diegomazzaron9191 Жыл бұрын

@@GiBsOnX92 I don’t know man, i hope something for the twenty anniversary of Leave a whisper the next year.

@GiBsOnX92 Жыл бұрын

@@diegomazzaron9191 For the best Shinedown album. Would be great.

@diegomazzaron9191 Жыл бұрын

@@GiBsOnX92 Yeah it’s a great album but for me their best is Us and them. 🤘

@GiBsOnX92 Жыл бұрын

@@diegomazzaron9191 Both Leave a whisper and Us & Them are 💪 for me

@TaterTotGaming 2 жыл бұрын

"Your way more dangerous when your sober" i wonder if thats where the song dangerous came from.

@ReelTalker 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting thought 🤔

@TwistedbutOptimistic 11 ай бұрын

I love y'all so much....jacksonville? ... really? That's bonkers.

@janetharrison2377 Жыл бұрын

love

@SeanDIY 2 жыл бұрын

I feel like the interviewer has more homework to do. You need to know the movie is already out and not say things that. make it clear you are trying to pretend you "know". Time will get you there though.

@jitkasustrova2243 2 жыл бұрын

🖤♥️🌹👍

@michaelrau7003 2 жыл бұрын

Stupid question, but I was just wondering.

@werewolfofthemoon544 8 ай бұрын

I wonder why did Jason and Brad, left the band🤔

@maryhelenbuchele7342 7 ай бұрын

I thought the interview was good. What did you think of the movie and Planet Zero?

@ReelTalker 7 ай бұрын

Thanks! Movie was interesting and good background look into the album and process, album was really good overall.

@diegomazzaron9191 Жыл бұрын

I love Shinedown but please guys do a “second chance” at Jasin Todd.

@zombeast23 5 ай бұрын

🌎 🌎 🌍 🌍

@zombeast23 5 ай бұрын

🌍 🌍 🌎 🌎

@rachelbyington463 Жыл бұрын

Need more of Brent and less of the guy asking questions

@ReelTalker Жыл бұрын

Well you’re getting more of me so deal with it

@JarOfMoMack 4 ай бұрын

Jasin was the sound of this band - once he left, the sound changed - and not for the better.

@bostonbeanz3446 2 жыл бұрын

It's so funny!! I am almost certain i met him in Manchester new Hampshire with different band members

@findme5270 2 жыл бұрын

Saliva is based in Memphis not Jacksonville

@mindcrime828 2 жыл бұрын

Saliva was formed in Memphis, but current lead singer Bobby Amaru is from Jacksonville.

@findme5270 2 жыл бұрын

But he said the band came out of Jacksonville which is not true

@liamsweeney972 Жыл бұрын

and guess who... Zach Myers came from Memphis and started with Saliva before joining Shinedown live band

@jjohnston1686 2 жыл бұрын

And I have to be honest here ,

@michaelrau7003 2 жыл бұрын

Why did you cut your hair?

@JeronimoFalls 11 ай бұрын

pretty sure he had a hair transplant.

@maryhelenbuchele7342 7 ай бұрын

@JeronimoFalls No I don't think he had that. I think he had surgery on his head back with TTS. The hat was hiding something not sure what was with the sunglasses. He was sick during that tour. He took out his nose ring too. Zach let it slip he had 15 MRIs of his head that isn't normal. I did work at a hospital I know why multiple MRIs are done. It is just what I think. I did see him & I met him multiple times before and he was definitely off & not feeling well but still took a pic with me at tour bus.

@siliconvalleyengineer5875 8 ай бұрын

thats bull shit, 3 band members get kicked out of the band and brent says there are no hard feelings? had brent been kicked to the curb he would be saying he got ripped off.

@maryhelenbuchele7342 7 ай бұрын

Because they have made up Brent and Jasin talked they are good. Jasin is friends with Barry and Zach so yea they really are good. That is ignorant to say I'm sure Brent really wouldn't say anything he would have been hurt but he would just move on.

@siliconvalleyengineer5875 7 ай бұрын

@@maryhelenbuchele7342 BS

@shamwow7996 Жыл бұрын

The first 2 albums are the best though!! It was raw and rocking.... This new shit is over produced shit they can't replicate live...

@zombeast23 2 жыл бұрын

shinedown shinedown rammstein rammstein

@dianenaylor2104 Жыл бұрын

The interviewer talks too much! I’d rather hear Brent!

@ReelTalker Жыл бұрын

It’s called having a conversation

@crescendo5594 7 ай бұрын

I really enjoyed Shinedown back in the early and mid 2000s, and then I kind of quit actively looking for new music because I was becoming frustrated with the direction music was going. I’ve gone back and rediscovered Shinedown and taken myself through the journey of their last few albums, and some of those songs hit me like a ton of bricks. I should have never left.

@zombeast23 2 жыл бұрын

shinedown american band rammstein German band

@duanewillis7058 Жыл бұрын

I was a fan once. Then Shinedown sold out to the corporate overlords and completely changed everything that made them what got them noticed. Listen to their first album and then listen to the pop garbage they are selling today. Brent likely doesn't even write his own lyrics anymore. He stabbed Jasin Todd in the back during his selling out.

@maryhelenbuchele7342 7 ай бұрын

No you didn't listen it is more Jasin did that. He obviously didn't support Brent at all when he got off drugs and they only fought almost seriously hurting each other. They just couldn't get along when he got off drugs. Unfortunately that happens alot with friends that got along while high. Brent and Jasin are good so just let it be.