"The Wesley Willis Experience" - A Documentary by Darren Leis & Matt Marshall

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13 жыл бұрын

This is a documentary about the Chicago artist/musician Wesley Willis. If you aren't familiar with him, do yourself a favor and look him up. This documentary should serve as a taste of what to expect from the man who was the great Wesley Willis. His art, music and personality were so original, he never ceased to put a smile on the face of anyone who stepped into his world.
This documentary was shot over a few year period in the late 1990's and completed in 2001. Darren Leis and Matt Marshall toured around California and the Northwest with Wesley and some fellow musicians. This documentary short was made as a teaser to what would be a full length documentary. That larger project was shelved and unfortunately Wesley Willis died in 2003. There are many other projects out there that honor Wesley as this one does. If it interested you, I encourage you to seek out and enjoy more of the world of Welsey Willis.
Shot, Produced & Directed by Darren Leis and Matt Marshall (C) 2001 Six-Count Productions and Leiso Productions

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@alisonx7762 4 жыл бұрын

I met Wes in Wrigleyville before his fame. He was drawing pictures of the buildings. His drawings were beautiful.

@TheOldOakSyndicate 8 жыл бұрын

Wesley Willis is whipping the werewolfs ass with a belt in heaven!

@djsimplejack3892 4 жыл бұрын

The dudes right about people remembering him long after he’s gone. He died right around when I was born and I’m just now finding out about him. He is a rock legend

@Joshbaity79 11 күн бұрын

Bet your mommas ass he is.

@Thestarandswords 6 жыл бұрын

I loved him so much! I met him at a show once and had him talk to my roommate on the phone. He said “hello! Michelle?! This is Wesley Willis. Say rock. Say roll! Have a nice day.” She couldn’t believe she was on the phone with him.

@DrMackSplackem 5 жыл бұрын

That's awesome. He was such a character. I once got to interview him in Seattle in 1998 (on condition of a head-butt, of course).

@supermeansadie6753 4 жыл бұрын

I remember the say Raawwwk say rooooll thing! He was so awesome. It's cool to see other people on here who spent their time going to Wesley Willis shows as well!

@Itsa6stringthang 4 жыл бұрын

That's fucking awesome! I also got to hang with him for a few days while he was on tour. It was pretty sweet because we got to jam with him. I received many headbutts from him. When he gave you guys headbutts did he also say rauuuul after? He said that everytime! Such a nice dude...

@Itsa6stringthang 4 жыл бұрын

@@supermeansadie6753 yeah that was his thang! I still say rauuuul sometimes as a greeting because of him lol.

@mcjsrn 7 жыл бұрын

I met him at the Double Door in Chicago while visiting from California, in the mid 90s, and saw his performance.He is unforgettable. When Super Size Me the movie used Rock And Roll McDonald's I nearly flipped. I was so excited for Wesley.

@dalisman Жыл бұрын

He was gone by then but yeah it was good to see that

@Itsa6stringthang 4 жыл бұрын

It's really cool to hear Henry Rollins say that about Wesley. I met him (Wesley) back in like '98 and got to hang out and jam with him for like 3 days while he was in Ann Arbor. He was such a nice and gentle dude, that always stands out in my mind. I also received many headbutts from the man. Rauuuul Wesley, rauuuul!!! Till we meet again...

@DrMackSplackem 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, to jam with Wes must have been something else. I'm just happy I got to meet the man.

@thomasdupont7186 Жыл бұрын

That's a cool story, but regarding Rollins, frankly I've always saw him as a overconfident asshole that doesn't have much interesting things to say

@alexandrasmith9254 9 жыл бұрын

i think i may have accidentally stumbled upon the best documentary of our generation

@taavihaapala 3 жыл бұрын

I agree

@Noonootank 2 жыл бұрын

It was no accident…now preach the gospel my friend 😂😂😂

@DrMackSplackem 5 жыл бұрын

5:58 WHOA, that's me headbutting Wesley Willis. Or rather, that was Wesley Willis headbutting me! And that was my second time around, too! RIP Wesley, you were a sweet person.

@loopedchopped 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! RIP

@izuehenderson9512 10 жыл бұрын

Wesley Willis singing a song about himself is so heartwarming

@mc_lars 4 жыл бұрын

This dude changed my life. Was honored to have met him a few times. RIP.

@supermeansadie6753 4 жыл бұрын

Man, Wesley Willis was so awesome. I miss going to his shows. He head-butted me hard as fuck and did that to all his fans.

@3ShotTGK 4 жыл бұрын

When Henry Rollins says you're cool, you're fucking cool.

@pauliamsocool 10 жыл бұрын

it is my assertion Wesley was a modern day Robert Johnson. using a simple, standard medium to drive home his message of life and his blues.. God bless Wesley, I hope you're happy now..

@Ninja_Gaijin 7 жыл бұрын

R.I.P. Wesley - much love and respect

@kakstin 7 жыл бұрын

"Number 4, I'm gonna fuck ya up like a goddamn accident! And number 5, Jesus is the answer!" "...Mitsubishi: The word is getting around!" I've been a WW fan for 15 years, and this little clip shows why. :-)

@yehat17 6 жыл бұрын

Truly an inspiration for the human spirit. You are pure rock and roll, Mr Willis, and I hope your inspiration is remembered for a long time to come. His work is far more thought provoking than any top 40 release I've heard in years.

@jclevenger7580 6 жыл бұрын

One of the most individual musicians I have ever encountered. I would have enjoyed jamming with him. R.I.P. Wesley

@taavihaapala 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this. I thought about Wesley today and searched Spotify for his music, listened and it lifted my spirits, then found this doc, thanks again so much. Wesley is a great artist, the art is so pure and raw I love what Henry and everyone said 🙏🏼🐬

@dpleis 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words. Wesley was such a special person and I feel lucky to have been able to spend time with him. I'm glad this doc could bring you joy!

@dpleis 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kudos and thanks for watching! Let's keep the spirit of the brilliant Wesley Willis alive!

@gazriley624 3 жыл бұрын

he didn't seem to like rare and endangered spices which cracks me up

@homedog3654 8 жыл бұрын

ROCK N ROLL WILL NEVER DIE. SCREAM DRACULA, SCREAM.

@jakelaconte2319 Жыл бұрын

Part about Wesley being remembered long after whatever metal trend was popular is the truest shit ever

@OctopusVolcano 9 жыл бұрын

if you want to hear someone pissing go to 3:49 I love Wes!!

@SoundsOfSushi 4 жыл бұрын

I love Westley Willis. I used to play his music on-air when I worked in college radio.

@edpontius2629 10 жыл бұрын

The first dead milkmen record is what got me into punk rock.

@etmmeonjfscasap6511 7 жыл бұрын

Greatest artist in the history of the world

@misturchips 5 жыл бұрын

3:47 "..and I think that's part of his appeal..." . Such truth!

@briang8766 3 жыл бұрын

This guy is fucking awesome!

@celsogarza6372 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome documentary.... wesley was amazing

@dpleis 4 жыл бұрын

Celso Garza I was very lucky to have spent time with this unique man. Glad you enjoyed the doc, keep the spirit of a Wesley alive!

@jimbo2346 8 жыл бұрын

It's definitely better than Five Finger Death Punch.

@kakstin 7 жыл бұрын

Kinda goes without saying... ;-)

@chainsawteddybear 7 жыл бұрын

jimbo2346 why even compare the two you fucking child

@dallassurfersclub8872 Ай бұрын

Thank you Lord for Wesley Willis!

@matttassiello1937 10 жыл бұрын

he embodies what it's all about

@ClemProductions 12 жыл бұрын

Superb man and artist

@TheDarkkirby64 11 жыл бұрын

R.I.P Wesley Willis

@dpleis 13 жыл бұрын

@CaptainRon2341 - We were lucky enough to get in touch with Wesley's people and go on a few small tours with him, having full access to shoot what we want. Along the way, we happened to meet some of his biggest fans, including Rollins and Jello. Things just came together over a year or so. Lucky to have met the man! A unique talent who will be missed.

@LulaCae 10 жыл бұрын

thank you for sharing this, so beautiful!

@druha10304 9 жыл бұрын

Rock over london , Rock on Chicago , TACO BELL CROSS THE BORDER

@666kvlt 5 жыл бұрын

I WANNA HEADBUTT HIM 😭

@youcanbesmartaskhow3857 4 жыл бұрын

I met him in southgate house venue KY. I bought his cd from him, at the merch table. I saw him head butting friends but I stayed outta that line. Love to lie but I settled for a handshake. He was a legend I couldn't believe when I read he had passed soon after. Within a year I believe. Stil blast that cd whenever things get too serious.

@johannwilder1437 6 жыл бұрын

"That's the way it is just like serpent drag. And that's the way it is on the side of the serpent drag wheel."

@EuroFootballNew 3 жыл бұрын

This shit was sad because he’s gone now and how troubled he was but damn he seemed like a lovely guy

@Joshbaity79 11 күн бұрын

Note the mark on his forehead... he headbutted EVERYONE... and it was an act of love

@pandanurse 11 жыл бұрын

thanks for this fantastic documentary

@dreadfort 11 жыл бұрын

Amazing documentary, guys! Loved it.

@spayspay 12 жыл бұрын

Great job!!!

@smirch 9 жыл бұрын

Damn you comic sans!!!

@Paul_Whaley 11 жыл бұрын

This was really awesome.

@edanmacabre1604 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing 👏!!!

@nobloodforfoil 11 жыл бұрын

Incredible!! :D You got to meet many amazing people!! :D

@djjoel1 3 жыл бұрын

Guy taking a loud piss 3:58 is the best part of this video

@check22 3 жыл бұрын

Powerful stuff.

@beownaah6300 3 жыл бұрын

He sometimes sounds a bit like Lee Scratch. Thank you Mr Willis!!!!

@handlit7123 Жыл бұрын

3:45 piss in the background hell yeah i miss this guy

@HomeMadeKrazy 10 ай бұрын

My dream is to have someone talk about me the way Jello talks about Wessley

@cozycabin2606 4 жыл бұрын

God bless him. 👐

@johannesmusta5746 3 жыл бұрын

This dude must have 15 different documentaries about him

@shitfer 12 жыл бұрын

Love his song on the Harvey Birdman : Attorney At Law set-up part of the dvd. At the end of the disc i'll let it run to listen to him.

@edanmacabre1604 3 жыл бұрын

If I welsey was still alive I would buy 1000 💿

@brandonhosman4697 4 жыл бұрын

I feel like the Comic Sans font fits Wesley perfectly

@CaptainRon2341 13 жыл бұрын

That was fantastic! Where did all of this footage come from?

@BigfishinonWhidbey 12 жыл бұрын

At four mins if you listen you can hear someone taking a piss.

@RXTV 9 жыл бұрын

tracy morgan could play wesley willis

@eddiehitler1400 3 жыл бұрын

Winamp brought me here.

@oClucker 12 жыл бұрын

4:52 - 5:00 AMEN works everytime

@Lepiotaphage 13 жыл бұрын

Holy smokes, Get The Fuck Away From Me is amazing.

@bvaia 4 жыл бұрын

awesome doc but the scene where the guys talking about wes someone just starts pissing like a waterfall you can tell he got uncomfortable

@ricebastard 7 жыл бұрын

listen at 3:48 Why did they do an interview in a bathroom?

@kevincoleman6804 3 жыл бұрын

not until 3:48 did i realize this interview is taking place in a bathroom

@bondedwithpotatoes0076 3 жыл бұрын

If the Sex Pistols set out to ruin what was Rock N Roll, Wesley repaired it. Rest In Peace.

@Tanner8266 12 жыл бұрын

3:50-4:00 INTENSE PISS

@fourplayerarcade 11 жыл бұрын

@mccraejeremy He had messages probed into his songs rock and roll mcdonalds was talking about how you can become over weight at fast food resturants in america very easily.

@stevermacsoucher1625 5 жыл бұрын

Is that jellow from dead Kennedys

@jordannietos 4 жыл бұрын

@alexcarter8807 5 жыл бұрын

It's too bad he got so overweight and unhealthy. He could still be rockin' now.

@TheDarkstar6996 3 жыл бұрын

3:48 guy is just pissing in the background of the interview

@donaldbiden636 3 жыл бұрын

Rock and roll McDonald's 😔

@isiahjay791 8 жыл бұрын

anyone notice his enlarged pineal gland?

@chainsawteddybear 7 жыл бұрын

Ninja Gaijin no reason to have brought up the Muslim example dude, unnecessary

@djjamesporter4740 6 жыл бұрын

E Vercetti no? How's it unnecessary? He's giving an example that some people know so it'd be easier to understand how he got the bump on his head?

@technerdbird 5 жыл бұрын

@@phatmanpushimbak8903 are you wesley willis

@Ninja_Gaijin 7 жыл бұрын

In grade 7 & 8 I used to headbutt girls I liked as a way of physical touch lol. It was a conversation starter but yeah not too effective lol.

@girlnarly 11 жыл бұрын

hahaha

@matttassiello1937 10 жыл бұрын

how can that man take his music seriously

@chainsawteddybear 7 жыл бұрын

Lil Per Vert he's not a fucking circus animal you pathetic piece of shit. It's all about experiencing the living embodiment of rock n roll's free and fun spirit in its most purest of form

@slattset2631 6 жыл бұрын

Eddy Vercetti I would never look at Wesley as a circus animal or anything less than a wonderful soul with the aim to make others happy. Off yourself for even implying that, shitstain.

@yehat17 6 жыл бұрын

When he says his ma smokes crack, he's telling you the truth. When he says "cut that mullet", it's good advice. There are few artists who are capable of being this honest. Also true with comedians. He sings the truth and accomplishes both. The question is, can you tell it's the real thing when YOU see it?

@plexpopper8763 5 жыл бұрын

Was he a comedy act or is that how people wrongfully interpreted him? Like was he being laughed at or laughed with?

@youcanbesmartaskhow3857 4 жыл бұрын

An HONEST ANSWER right here,;I saw him in 2002 having never heard of him before. He played cut the mullet, and he played'suck a palominos d$ck" and we laughed out loud. After 15 to 20 songs and listening to more honest lyrics about who he liked and who he had beefs against, well our laughs turned to " hell yeah" and he communicated more feelings than any new pop acts for sure. His artistry, confidence, and appreciation were pure and honest. He didn't know how to fake. Rocked it like a car crash. Rocked all the way to Russia.bought his cd straight from him at the merch table southgate house Ky R.I.P.