Tom DeLonge On Angels & Airwaves Album, Box Car Racer & Playing Blink-182 Songs Live

Tom DeLonge On Angels & Airwaves Album, Box Car Racer & Playing Blink-182 Songs Live | Video Call

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Tom DeLonge spoke to us over Zoom from his California home to chat through his new music with Angels & Airwaves including recent singles 'All That's Left Is Love' and 'Kiss And Tell'. Plus, he tells us why he believes their upcoming new album, due out later in 2020, includes some of the best music he has ever written, from hard punk sounds to soaring synth melodies. Elsewhere, we chat about the possibility of a comeback for his Box Car Racer project with Travis Barker. Finally, he talks returning to the live stage for a huge US tour last year and why he chose to include the Blink-182 classic 'Aliens Exist' in the setlist.
Interviewer: James Wilson-Taylor
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@rocksound 4 жыл бұрын

What's your favourite of the new A&A songs so far?

@yorikbernard8054 4 жыл бұрын

Rebel Girl is amazing :)

@anafrancio 4 жыл бұрын

Kiss and Tell for all the same reasons you stated (: Also because it was nice seeing this new divorced Tom rebirth, it reflects a lot in the song and the music video and looks like he's really vibing and having fun.

@sethniebaum7477 4 жыл бұрын

Rebel Girl

@thebeatlesandoasis05 4 жыл бұрын

All That's Left Is Love. Just a great song and means a lot to me. His lyrics are amazing on this track

@adrien3736 4 жыл бұрын

Rebel girl. I really appreciated that they bring something different.

@idk_1234q 4 жыл бұрын

Tom's voice instantly puts me in a good mood - no matter what band he's singing with. I used to think I was a Blink fan -- once I discovered AVA, I realized I'm more of a Tom-fan.

@kindkidbk 4 жыл бұрын

That’s literally me as well. It’s like no matter what i’m hearing from him, it’s all amazing. From Ava, to Blink, to Boxcar Racer to his solo album, it’s all so amazing.

@CaptainAMAZINGGG 3 жыл бұрын

SAME. He just has a way of lighting up the world around him. I used to think Mark was so awesome, but after hearing him after he's not really around tom, and is instead around others more... i realized I do love Mark, but, I love Tom's Mark. Tom is just fucking magical. Tom is LIFE.

@TheSomberGamer 4 жыл бұрын

Angels and Airwaves is criminally underrated

@Glosoli4 4 жыл бұрын

Yep. They are sooooooo good.

@blueflash1374 4 жыл бұрын

The Somber Gamer as is boxcar racer

@zacharyallanstark182 4 жыл бұрын

The Somber Gamer isn’t it sort of backhanded to compliment in that way? Rogan put it best that saying someone is underrated is like saying they’re considered good but not good enough but still saying they’re not good in a way. I get what you’re saying and I don’t think you mean it that way but I thought it’d be an interesting thought to share

@anthonyalaimo5087 4 жыл бұрын

Maybe bc he left his original family lol but you right underrated for sure

@IDiggPattyMayonnaise 4 жыл бұрын

Tom chose to not be a big deal. He didn't want to be played on the radio, no big ads, and no big arena tours. He talks about it openly.

@flex_piper 4 жыл бұрын

Whatever *Tom Delonge* creates I will always listen to and enjoy 🤘🙏

@ryanperez3883 4 жыл бұрын

100% agreed!!!

@PainfulSin2811170 4 жыл бұрын

I love this man so much. He's so wholesome and Angels and Airwaves has single handedly helped me get through some really dark times in my life. To me, Tom Delonge is a gift.

@gaintrainwompa1133 4 жыл бұрын

14:45 Boxcar Racer talk You’re welcome

@rockboy360 4 жыл бұрын

thnaks dude!

@TrueAffection 4 жыл бұрын

thank youuu

@taylortrevor909 4 жыл бұрын

GainTrainWompa 1 THANK YOU. 🙏🏼

@sdrpro9388 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, dude. Yeah, that's would be great new!

@joshuajohnson9383 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@bored7743 4 жыл бұрын

Everything he did from 97-2003 will forever be legendary. The emotion conveyed in those years will always be unparalleled.

@TheAVAMovement 4 жыл бұрын

Great interview! Zoom calls with Tom DeLonge are the best Zoom calls.

@peter9111 4 жыл бұрын

The AVA Movement Really? Have you done one with him?

@Billcoll85 4 жыл бұрын

I was so bitter about Tom leaving Blink. For years I refused to even listen to Angels and Airwaves songs. I am happy to admit that I was wrong, I love Angels and Airwaves' music.

@19guitarshredder 4 жыл бұрын

I saw AVA live in Milwaukee back in December, it was my first time seeing Tom perform live and I've gotta say, you could tell magic was in the air. He sounded great, and finally being able to see the person I've idolized for years perform in their element, let alone 10 feet from the stage was just breathtaking. Definitely one of the best concerts I've been to. They were the midliner so they skipped the acoustic medley which was sort of sad, but seeing the videos is so great honestly.

@ZWortek 4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love Kiss and Tell, I don't even know why but its just incredible.

@robertmckinney6284 4 жыл бұрын

This is the only interview that didnt try to make him look crazy n asked great questions thank u

@teamLeon928 4 жыл бұрын

It’s a good interview. Also enjoyed his Pursuit of Tone piece for Ernie Ball from a few years ago

@sethniebaum7477 4 жыл бұрын

And Tom is so spot on. Went to the AVA show in OKC in December and it was such an experience.... so much energy.

@MoneyMan-xt3pg 4 жыл бұрын

I was at that show as well, it was phenomenal

@kindkidbk 4 жыл бұрын

OMG I WAS AT THE DALLAS SHOW AND THE OKC ONE AND I PROMISE THE OKC ONE JUST HAD A DIFFERENT FEEL!!! such a great night. also in OKC he played wishing well and told more jokes. it was greatness

@Stark-Raving 4 жыл бұрын

Tom really seems like he grew the most out of all of Blink. He seems to have really come into his own since he went off on his own.

@templetonbob 4 жыл бұрын

Let’s be honest though. The aliens found him and did stuff to him, changing him forever.

@ashcosmo3854 4 жыл бұрын

Of course he did, have you heard Mark and Skiba ? Still singing about drinking on the weekend and first loves. New Blink is aimed at fortnite players.

@johndeer4936 4 жыл бұрын

tom was so sweet in this 😭❤️

@13b80p49b91 4 жыл бұрын

He just dropped a possible BCR reunion?

@George182HD 4 жыл бұрын

Chris Bartha he’s been teasing it for years now. Can’t picture it ever happening to be honest.

@13b80p49b91 4 жыл бұрын

@@George182HD you're right. But the hope dies last, you know

@eliaxmustdie 4 жыл бұрын

@@George182HD even travis has hinted at it from time to time, so at this point I don't even know what to believe xD

@icecoldleone3988 4 жыл бұрын

How could he not ? He realizes how dumb he is sometimes

@raquelross4503 4 жыл бұрын

I would legitimately shit my pants.

@plushman3685 4 жыл бұрын

Caught the show in Dallas, it made my heart fill up with joy when you played "Aliens Exist" and the entire crowd ended the song "Tom Has Sex With GUYYYS." We still love you. I grew up with Dude Ranch up to now. But I have to admit, I love Angels way more than Blink now. Tom's vocals and melodic choruses and guitar hooks are incredible.

@kindkidbk 4 жыл бұрын

I WAS THERE TOO!!!! so so great

@Sean_Twomey 4 жыл бұрын

Such an awesome interview! I love when Tom talks about his music, his creativity and his personal challenges and growth. I also love the positive energy and themes of his Angels And Airwaves music ... Love, Hope, Spirituality, etc. As much as I love Blink, I'm glad Tom moved on and followed his own path to a new and different level of creativity and maturity. I look forward to the new AVA album and as I type this I'm inspired to write and record more of my own music.

@upfrown68 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome interview - CANNOT wait for the new album!!

@Mitch-cv4bf 4 жыл бұрын

I’m the biggest box car racer fan around, just can’t imagine tom signing box car like he did 18 years ago..

@kindkidbk 4 жыл бұрын

did you hear circle jerk pit off his solo album? i imagine it likr that

@Blinkoneeightyluke 4 жыл бұрын

Great interview, NME should take notes! I saw an interview they did with the blink guys recently and the interviewer knew nothing about the band. It’s nice to see Tom at ease, he seems much more comfortable in his own skin these days. Big love for Tom ❤️

@aprilnicole8116 4 жыл бұрын

Gave me Chills!!!! I can’t wait for the new Album!!!

@timothymorgan3018 4 жыл бұрын

Been shaking off the cabin fever myself and listening to Tom is such a good thing thanks to his compassion for the world

@strat1428 4 жыл бұрын

He really does seem like a great guy who knows himself well and just indulges in his art and passion. Happy to see him doing well these days

@TVCColin 4 жыл бұрын

That was one of the best interviews I have ever seen

@dudefood825 4 жыл бұрын

Great interview man, this is much needed and appreciated during quarantine.. crossing all body parts for another BCR album!

@ejoshcoron 4 жыл бұрын

Great to get this update from Tom. Great interview!

@samMASCOLO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this interview man! Can’t wait for the new album, loved the 3 singles so far. For me, LOVE Part 1&2 is the best album ever made. Peace gang !

@macktravels68 4 жыл бұрын

Saw AVA when they came to Dallas. Amazing concert. Kiss and Tell a GREAT song. Tom is in his element right now. Can't wait for the full album.

@journeyblink 4 жыл бұрын

That was awesome! Great interview and he is right on point... I brought my kids to the last tour and told them “these are my people” and was an honor to share them with the kiddos and everyone was completely awesome bringing them to the front row so they could experience AVA

@jdt.13 3 жыл бұрын

Why aren’t there more comments on this?!?!?!

@IkechiUkazu 4 жыл бұрын

Dude awesome interview from both Tom and the host. Much respect

@WhateverWhenever888 4 жыл бұрын

Tom is amazing and i love everything he makes, I've only heard of a couple Angels & Airwaves songs but man i love them. Rebel Girl is beautiful and i can't get enough of that song. Amazing stuff.

@kellybertrand3557 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. Great interview. Made me revisit the Pursuit of tone episode as well. Saw the Austin and Houston concert. Fantastic.

@houthoofd13 4 жыл бұрын

I wish BCR made more than one cd!

@artvandelay837 4 жыл бұрын

Always leave em wanting more. The BCR album is a master piece and I'm glad they only did 1 album.

@AlexFarleyMusic 4 жыл бұрын

Cd lol

@higuk999 4 жыл бұрын

@@artvandelay837 Definitely think BCR is probably the best blink related projected, just the perfect amount of heavy with great lyrics and such a great vibe

@IDiggPattyMayonnaise 4 жыл бұрын

It just goes to show you that Mark Hoppus is the worst part of blink.

@higuk999 4 жыл бұрын

@@IDiggPattyMayonnaise I mean i think he's the preferred singer to non diehard blink fans he's a huge part of blinks sound I wouldn't say he's there is a worse part o mean in the neighbourhood era tom definitely was

@jon_marshall 4 жыл бұрын

Great interview, cracking job by James. Tom said it - he'd obviously done his homework, showed interest (whether he's a fan or not), listened and had a decent conversation vs. typical q&a. Stoked about BCR, the new album and maybe a 2021 tour.

@lovelight8838 3 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to hear it! And see you live🤟⚡❤️

@connorjones2622 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve recently started too listening to angels and Airwaves more as I never used too like them but this definitely made me appreciate the band more understanding what it’s about

@tl7014 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic interview; Great questions, not cringe and knew your stuff. Great job James!

@ccalhoun0016 4 жыл бұрын

Best interview EVER!!!!!!

@TheJayLordx 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant interview, conversation flowed brilliantly and the host was very knowledgeable and genuine. Plus any Tom content is good content

@landmarkcreations1183 4 жыл бұрын

In my opinion Tom is one of the best melody writers of our time. Simple but so so catchy and good. Same with his riffs, simple but great

@annajjjjkkk1530 4 жыл бұрын

Dumm

@TheBlinkisback09 4 жыл бұрын

He could always reboot modlife to connect with the fans 👀

@jcc1ked 4 жыл бұрын

TheBlinkisback09 man I have been wishing and waiting for that. One of the best platforms. I miss strange times too. I guess we have TTSA now tho lol

@TSandstrom30 4 жыл бұрын

Yes pleeeease. Miss the modcams and all the modlife content

@saudisinaudis 4 жыл бұрын

I needed this. Thanks Tom.

@markrathbone2849 4 жыл бұрын

Great Interview ....needed this .. ava to the uk tour and maybe bcr reunion....

@OwenKimbleofficial 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing interview as always!

@Scrubber89 4 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic interview.

@Jonathan-ze6oo 4 жыл бұрын

Can't wait for the new album to come out around my birthday in Autumn!!!! I am it will be a classic again!!! Love from Paris! Stay safe guys!!! cheers

@renoslash1890 4 жыл бұрын

Fuckin great interview! Love hearing from Tom in this way. He seems so upbeat and free right now. Cant wait for AVA to return! 👍👍😊

@LostinFrance626 4 жыл бұрын

I hope I get the chance to meet that man. He's one of my favorite people

@Aquana19 4 жыл бұрын

Loved this interview!!! Well researched, entertaining and still bringing out the info, great job!

@krishantalati5709 4 жыл бұрын

When they come to Australia.. hopefully.. I believe it's gonna be a show like no other

@PlopstoperGames 4 жыл бұрын

Springdawn89 __ nice profile picture

@902103462 4 жыл бұрын

Omg would be a dream for us down under

@dreyganwestlake3729 4 жыл бұрын

i hope they do an under 18 show, but i doubt they will. :(

@larrygarcia6356 4 жыл бұрын

It’s funny that he mentions U2 since his continuous guitar riff from his first AVA album sounds spot on U2. AVA is a very cherished band to me. Looking forward to his next album.

@trhenryvlogs9638 4 жыл бұрын

He’s doing his own thing right now with AVA and BCR probably won’t happen would be surprised if he got that back together instead of going back to Blink for a reunion tour. Cool to see this new interview/chat with Tom our a real perspective on what idea he has and what he is doing.

@congresstart_ 4 жыл бұрын

Great video and an even better insight into who is an amazing human being

@GC-bj1kx 4 жыл бұрын

I have a feeling this Angels & Airwaves album, will be WDNTW pt.2. Cant wait for it Brother.

@richardfetherston210 4 жыл бұрын

He is sooo cool, I seen Blink182 in 2012 and it blew me away. Please get back with blink tom 👍

@samholt715 4 жыл бұрын

Great interview!

@AngryBootneck 4 жыл бұрын

He likes a lot of British bands, the man clearly has excellent taste in music! 😂💂‍♂️👌

@pksk8d 3 жыл бұрын

I get the impression that James the interviewer is low-key freaking out inside that he's on a video call with Tom DeLonge - I know I would be!

@vitalikklishin9435 4 жыл бұрын

what a nice interview

@joeholloway182 4 жыл бұрын

whatever it may be, I really hope he and Travis make something together again one day. That's an unbeatable drums and guitar/vox combination

@joeglo_ 4 жыл бұрын

Saw AVA this past October... Blown away! They sounded fucking good and the music they’ve released in 2019 has been killer

@liamchapman3479 4 жыл бұрын

Tom is an international treasure and must be protected at all costs!

@bowhunter2 4 жыл бұрын

Tom is so genuine

@skramzzz1956 4 жыл бұрын

I love Tom so much

@Mr420Dankbudz 4 жыл бұрын

We will only get one Tom DeLonge in our life. He is the most inspirational person ever! Wish he would make more BoxCarRacer music! He did tease it so it may be in the works. You can tell he’s going thru a tough time cause the world has truly changed before our eyes. You should’ve asked how many tracks on the new CD.

@elftower907 4 жыл бұрын

well that was amazing

@dannyb7371 4 жыл бұрын

Wish they would come to Aus, would love to see them live.

@EK-dt4cp 4 жыл бұрын

Love me some Tommy D!!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻

@ramirorenteria42 4 жыл бұрын

Dude, he mentioned the group consciousness having effects on actual reality, so can we have like a national weekly good intention focused thought choir session? Peace love happiness prosperity and health for all✌🏽

@andriymelnychenko4174 4 жыл бұрын

I love AVA! New album is coming out in mid fall

@IDIOTEQTube 4 жыл бұрын

Such a great dude

@Yrellify 4 жыл бұрын

Spread HOPE Like fire !

@ryanbuckley5529 3 жыл бұрын

Tom and his brother are my heroes!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

@anniiaha 4 жыл бұрын

Tom is fucking amazing. His confidence and believe in his work is truly inspiring.

@blakedavis2447 4 жыл бұрын

I’m not a big ava fan but kiss and tells a bop and I’m excited for his new album

@rayuriz5511 4 жыл бұрын

Nice Interview Working on New Songs Myself

@garyroberts2014 4 жыл бұрын

Rebel girl now the tune just rocks ✊👌

@lovelight8838 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on your movement 👏👏👏 US Navy mentioned you✨

@NotHere12345 4 жыл бұрын

I see Tom and BCR, I click.

@ryansvlogsandvideos953 4 жыл бұрын

Tom your so awesome dude you rock my brother I pray I well be able to meet you I know people hear like me love you man in England 🙂🤟👊

@bruisedbug 4 жыл бұрын

tom is so appreciative and sweet

@M.O.L.D.EFfects 4 жыл бұрын

Okay! **searching for plane tickets for next spring to the UK**

@kenshigo3833 4 жыл бұрын

Those 20 min were over WAY too fast! Such a humble, nice dude, I wish I could meet him one day!

@manuelfong2648 4 жыл бұрын

Man drop the new album and make bcr album PLEASE

@himanshudoley9589 4 жыл бұрын

Tom DeLonge is the best thing that has happened to me in my life.

@MultiJagoff 4 жыл бұрын

love everything he do around music, but UFO to.

@daymonpancheri9700 4 жыл бұрын

More lead singers should be more chill & down to earth like Tom Delonge!

@Katarinarabbit 4 жыл бұрын

Daymon Pancheri I honestly think Tom and Matt should do something an alk 3 AvA mash up would be great

@SA3LIE 4 жыл бұрын

Love Box Car Racer! Wonder what’s brewing...

@WestSideModSquad 4 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to the album drop in the fall. L)ve AvA forever.

@The_Professor123 4 жыл бұрын

I've seen the glowing orbs in the night sky. They travel as fast as a jet with no sound. They come to stop and speed up almost instantly.

@ndv123ndv 4 жыл бұрын

Toms the king

@TJmusic24 4 жыл бұрын

I usually don’t talk about style cuz it’s such a personal thing, but I’m loving the shirt, pants etc... suits him looks alittle ‘03 Tom

@flex_piper 4 жыл бұрын

Thought the same thing, and the bracelets 🤘

@danegagnon 4 жыл бұрын

duuude I'm so glad you made this comment. I literally checked these comments to see if anyone else thought the same thing as me hahaha

@TJmusic24 4 жыл бұрын

Dane Gagnon haha yeah man

@PedroDiego 3 жыл бұрын

Ava has to come to Brazil!

@SAMHPWRTH 4 жыл бұрын

I have a lot of time for Tom. Yes him leaving blink was heartbreaking but he seems so happy in what he’s doing and just seems in a good place, and we’re getting interviews like this from him! Good interviewing as well, sick of people making him out to be a nutcase. He knows what he wants to do and he’s doing it, if it makes him happy leave him be. And it seems like he’s right.

@FlyingV555 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed. People keep asking him "When are you gonna rejoin Blink" or "When's Boxcar Racer coming back?". I'm sure it bugs the shit out of him deep down. Just let him do his thing. Besides if he wanted to he'd never have to work again.

@sethniebaum7477 4 жыл бұрын

More BCR; take my money

@iaindewar 4 жыл бұрын

Great interview. Could you try one with AAR? See they are banned from coming into the UK would be interesting to get the full story.

@thetimeswithwillyd2032 4 жыл бұрын

"Elsewhere, we chat about the possibility of a comeback for his Box Car Racer project with Travis Barker." Where can I find this interview?

@EliYBY 4 жыл бұрын

It's in this video after the @14:30 mark

@NoNotMySandwich 4 жыл бұрын

Tom 😍 I love your work. All of it. Don't tease me 😂 I'd die so happy if you came to my door and kissed me. Your music and humor are gifts to your fans! Thank you!!