THE DARKNESS 'May 2011 Rehearsals'

[5150VanAlien]

Frankie has the mandatory 70's Porn Pizza Delivery Man going...

[nowitsdone]

justin car is a lotus elise! nicee!!

[SuperTransistor]

@nowitsdone He had a Ferrari......

[eddygrocks2008]

the darkness record there record on tape and just don't care unlike like foo fighters who try make it sound amazing justin just goes yep it's tape

[tatsandteles]

Selling out all over their North American tour. Going to drive 16 hours round trip to see them in MN. Saw them once in KC, 7 hour round trip. Definitely, absolutely worth the drive. These guys are badass live. Rock is saved...

[FuiKaka]

Literally just found out they're back together... went from 6 to midnight.

[11RattleHead21]

I love Justin SO much. This band is SO aweosme!!!

[pigpi3]

WELCOME BAAACK JUSTIN AND THE GUYS!!!!

[darkaddict18]

This is the best news so far. I was hoping for a return someday. Justin looks hell of a lot better

then he did when he departed the band. I wish him nothing but the best of luck and hope he stays Clean. I met them a couple of times. They were pretty cool guys. I can't wait for their

new album.

[Hazimmm182]

OH MY GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!­!!!!!!!!

[gamemasterzoomzoomom]

They're going Foo Fighters on this album also. Glad to see bands using the tape recording.

[MrJJModern]

glad to see them back together in action!

[snackajack117]

The tache/goatee combo is a welcome addition to Justin's face. Long live Justin Fawkins.

[1CrowLaughing]

2:08 : This one goes up to 11. You can almost hear it. No, don't touch it. Don't even look at it, come on. ;D

SO glad to see The Darkness back together!

[DizziBunny]

Justin looks way better with a small beard and a moustache. It just suits him. I saw them in Birmingham and they were amazing !!

[redphonedeb]

they were amazing at Glasgow last night - THEY'RE BACK - worth the wati.

[afnannn]

still using that white les paul i see :) happy you guys are back! cant wait for the new album\

[xtetube]

small beard and moustaches donate to justin a more mature aspect!!!

[fakefruit]

i couldn't belive this is him! he lloks sooo different!

[akosiremaru]

Justin looks like stoned! Haha

[123456cephiro]

dammmm is about time THEY ARE BACK!!!!!

[criskers]

fuck YES!! you guys are outstanding! and frankie's back too. this couldn't be more perfect. please please come to california!! xxxxx

[firststatebank2]

love The Darkness and hold all in most esteem. Best group since ah.. years! I want to marry Justin and have his baby. Oh. I forgot. I'm already married with no children. Dramatic soprano w/ 3-4 octave range depending on piece. Justin sings in a falsetto? No.Tiny Tim did. Justin is a naturally trained gifted vocalist baritone / tenor.Higher notes natural voice progression.Guitars smoke!! Been trying to reach couple years. 571-323-8163 USA,DC nun-olsen@gmail.com Cynthia

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[garryaileen]

It is good to see the boys back together again,keep up the good work guys,and ROCK on dudes;)

[zombieddeath]

Dat 'stache.

[argonaught11]

GO The Darkness!!!!

[TheChicagoChef]

justin hawkins left me the best tip as i was his waitress that night i had never ever got a tip like that before it was a back stage pass cant wait to see you again hurry back justin i would like another tip way to go on that movie you made

[MrStevie777]

@TheChicagoChef Great story, yeah i'm looking forward to catching them again, but It might just clash with the most important band reunion of all time next year, so if that's the case i'm afraid i'll have to give the Guys a miss.....na, fuck it... i'll clear my diary...;)

[TheChicagoChef]

justin hawkins left me the best tip as i was his waitress that night i had never ever got a tip like that before it was a back stage pass cant wait to see you again hurry back justin i would like another tip

[TheChicagoChef]

i cant wait until they play chicago agin for 2 nights in a row we had so much fun he is so sweet and great fun to be with it will be so nice to see them again i thought it was all over for them i cant wait guys come back and kick ass also love the movie jushe was in and the power horse drink i bought 6 cans wild it realy works buy the way hes was very hot in that movie cant wait to see him again

[TheChicagoChef]

but the next night me and my friend took the night off work and went to see the band the darkness who i injoyed so much we were back stage and then we went to the party we had a great time they are great guys and so funny we kept in touch and he ask me to come to see him at a state fair in milwakee for 2 nights in a row we had so much fun but the sad thing was he never came back to the states i had found out they had spilt up i hope they play chicago for 2 nights in a row again

[TheChicagoChef]

I mit justin years ago when they played chicago i was working as a cocktail waitress him and his brother came in and i was his waitress i had never seen them before did not know who they were hewas trying to make a date him and his brother and there was another person with them but as i was saying there trying to make dates with me and my co worker he kept telling me how cute i was and would i join him and could not do that i was working at the time

[MrStevie777]

Nice facial fuzz maaaayn, Frankie, part justins balls for....well' who cares, just part his balls for him, keep the daft bugger in check.....cant wait to catch you guys in Glasgow...it's been a long wait since the last time....;)

[TheChicagoChef]

@MrStevie777

[viralfunnies]

their time is past...they wont come back

[thedandiesmusic]

we recorded at this studio! it rocks here! love this video!

[SuperTransistor]

finally I know how dan sets the tube screamer!

[seanjosephhayes]

I love how they're just normal down to earth ordinary guys and arent egotistical or overly aware of their status and drive theirselves around so they're not bothered about status or materialism or looking important.. Absolutely class.. Refreshing to see such humbleness in such talented guys :-)

[beastalitator]

Hey Justin, nice mustauche. (:

[rastanijak]

YES YES YES YES!!!!

[shaindaman13]

I'm so glad these dudes are back!

[Zeppelinguy666]

fuck me thats justin!

[michaeljacksonislvbl]

i love this, Justin you made me laugh so much, as always =)

[hootyhaha]

I hope they make some cool Darkness T-Shirts (2XL). And available to us U.S. Yanks that love them just as much over here :)

[RyleeStrange]

Is there something i missed with Justin calling everything a music-album, music-song, etc?

[rebolta]

Justin is a pirate! Bring your crew to NZ!!!!!!

[Lobwho]

Wow Justin you look so different, good different!!!!!!!!!!

[HardAsARock222]

Justin looks amazing!!!!!

[TheErnestoVidales]

@HardAsARock222 He looks like D'Artagnan

[Krrrimmi]

MAN, JUSTIN LOOKS LIKE TONY IOMMI IN THEIR EARLY YRS. lol \m/

[Krrrimmi]

I hate skinny jeans. :-p

[velvetjuzzy]

come to australia guy we love you

[PleadThaFizif]

FUCK YEAH!

[Roberto666guitar]

Is this studio on his house?

[Roberto666guitar]

he looks really Good !

[LesPaul2006]

Guy Fawkes as the new frontman of The Darkness.

[Gucio2810]

Can't wait for new album!

[spikeycread]

is this a offical youtube acount

[CloudsBeyond]

My nipples exploded with delight when I heard of reunion, and the prospect of new album coming has made my buttocks quiver like jelly. Their music is great and I feel a very deep stirring in my loins when I listen to it.

[mlechman]

I never thought I'd see these four guys together again. Ed and Frankie have returned and the brothers are back together. All is right with the world. Thank you.

[KhoobBoob]

come to canada now. like right now.

[oldtimee]

COME TO GREECE PLZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ­ZZZZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[15MaRyGaiL15]

it feels really great to know they're actually coming back. Their songs are like sunshine when it's always raining on me.. Love em! :)

[15MaRyGaiL15]

justin hawkins <3

[RichardMcSundy]

<3

[ChgoChef]

this is a shock i did not think they would ever get back together again i was hopeing that some day it would happen

[ChgoChef]

were is his new wife from the movie he did

[360free]

Justin is like the Rock Star version Russell Brand

[RobertLSmith85]

Cannot tell you how awesome it is The Darkness got back together. From all us Darkness lovers downunder in Australia, Please Please come back down here. Didn't get to see you last time you were here in Brisbane. PLEASE COME BACK!!!!

[wipers86]

is it just me or does Justin Hawkins look younger with a goatee

[christianfurr]

The phoenix rises

[NCBITTER]

so stoked they got back together

[TheNormanhousehold]

I LOVE JUSTIN,CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU IN BRUM IN NOVEMBER!!!

[jimboc88]

long live the darkness cant wait to see you guys at norwich uea music has become a duler place in your absence and back to the proper darkness lineup rock on

[tomsaint316]

the flames on the mic lol ;D

[Catalysthere]

Ahhh!! It's lovely to see you guys back and bonding again.

[HateLoveLive]

RECORDING?! Fuck yes!

[Twintone2007]

i LOVE you guys - this original lineup reunion is just unreal really..... ROCK ON guys!!!!!!

[benjaminrichardshoop]

LOOOOOL

[denemante]

A W E S O M E - can't wait. The Darkness..it's perfect magic - the culmination of everything rock should be. It's just so important that these guys are back.

[rockpiranha]

oooohhhh yeeeaaaahhh!

[Courtney94]

awwwwwwwwwwwwww!!!!!!!! LOVELY!!!



[FuzzboxVoodoo94]

Dan has an awesome fro goin' on there.

[eusoujf]

Put BRAZIL in this TOUR man!

[nialllprule]

robin hood!



[DarknessUnofficial]

1:43-1:46 reminds me of Freddie Mercury. Something about the smile.

[SnapPromotions]

can i marry you please? Dan xx

[JazzRoyalty]

I'm begging you to come to France!!!!

[kweenantz]

love love love it ! ed cycling - THA'MAAAN !!! lol

[OfficialElsie]

Ed likes to cycle.. pishing myself! Really tickled me! hahaha :)

[goldenchrist]

Enter Shikari brought me here, i used to love the darkness!

[pshhgay]

woo Ed <3

[turkbabasi1987]

can't believe that u guys r back GOOD ON GOING GUYS AND LOVIN THE NEW LOOK JUSTIN HAWKINS

[Tristanmage]

If they produce anything that sounds like the first album, I'll be sorted for life.

[varajohtajakumpula]

Boys are back!

[japiooo321]

i Actualy hoped to hear a preview of the new songs recording xD but still cool video :)

[GrahamSimmonds666]

SO HYPED FOR DOWNLOAD! The Darkness are gods of rock, i can't wait for the new album!

[Jackalofhighwater]

Seeing them in the studio.. Rock Gods seen as normal people.. which they are and nice guys too =)

[DangerRifai]

Justin looks well! So pleased.

[Kidrocker000]

This honestly just made my week :D

[sammason89]

@Kidrocker000 mine too!

[Kissito27]

HEEEELLLL YEAH!!!!

[love2rocknroll4711]

wow the beard is different had no clue it was Justin !!

[SMProductionJNFan]

This video puts a smile to my face. =)

It's so amazing to see these guys back together. =)

In my opinion they are the best band who could reunite. =)

The Darkness is my favorite band at the moment. =) The Hawkins brothers rule \m/

[kawell]

Can't wait to see you on stage guys !

[T0ol95]

AmbushReality liked it ;)

[steveny689]

Funny cunt haha . expressing himself lol....

[lazzapie]

@BarbequeRock amazing, is there any news on if there are any support acts for the London show, get Nally and co down

[Volgin93]

Wow Justin changed... a loooot :D And he is so cool! I can't wait for them to come back!

\m/ Rock on guys.

[deadagain33]

My friends hate me. Since decemember 2010 I've been like "The Darkness could comeback... and it would be awesome" and at each hint or drop of news I've been like :O!!! Can't wait for 2012- beginning of rock, end of the world. This video excited me! Although I wonder if hotleg and stonegods have just disapeared.

[Angelo90210CA]

When I heard the firsts rumors about your reunion that all i do is talk about this!!! My friends hates me!!! :) I'm so anxious to hear your new masteripece!!! I know all your songs by heart!!!

P.S. I'm italian, excuse my shitty english...

[hootyhaha]

@Angelo90210CA I'm Sicilian, but born and raised Texan (Proud to be Texan) :) But I admire your true Italian'ness, don't worry about your English. :)

[rocker3272]

Hahaha does anyone not notice Justin jacking off the mic at the end?

[Spooner22]

@rocker3272 haha, yeah, pretty sick...not sure if that's sick in a good way or a bad way though

[superextremelaser]

you guys should sneak a few hotleg songs in there....we can't just let them go to waste! you probably wont, but thats ok...darkness is still SUPER awesome and im stoked

[Boogeyman777]

The band sounds great! I wonder if any Hot Leg tracks will be in the set list. That would be the gravy on the icing on the cake! Awesomeness!

[BarbecueRock]

@Boogeyman777 Don't be silly.

[kbrinson85]

why two of the same delay pedal in one rig?

[wylderhodes]

Epic can't wait. Hopefully the good old USA gets some action too

[thedarknesspiczo]

they are SOOOOOOOOOO AWESOME! :)

[AdrieliJoplin]

I loved it, come to Brazil!

[nicoloqu]

Fuck Yeah again

[tfrdawesome]

fucking amazing, when I heard about the reunion I jizzed

[HelloweenAndi]

This is so awesome xD

[pizzariadofelix]

FUCK YEAH

[Vordrab]

I'm so happy that you're back. Great video!

[NEILHAMBURGLAR]

Ten years ago The Darkness made music that was fashionable in the 80s. Now they're dressing like hipsters in the '00s with waxed moustaches trucker caps and ironic afros. I'm so confused.

[BarbecueRock]

@NEILHAMBURGLAR Hipsters? That's not very British. How can an affro be ironic? I'm also confused.

[soysublimeylose]

SUBLIME

[Intruppaman]

That's fuckin' Legen..wait for it....dary!

[bobbydazzler77]

@Intruppaman when the Darkness get sad, they stop being sad and be awesome instead!

[Intruppaman]

@bobbydazzler77 LOL!

[brainstormmediauk]

There is nobody better than The Darkness... ignore the negatives below, they are lovers of the male exclusive part of the anatomy. As always, loving everything you are doing, see you at Leamington! Kevin

[DanThomasMusic]

Justin looks like a pirate

[DarknessUnofficial]

@DanThomasMusic Which is why the pirate outfit from 2004 would fit exceptionally well with the new look.

[ChgoChef]

@DanThomasMusic weres his wife from his movie

[2011punkrock]

@ChgoChef justins married? or are you talking about dan cause he has a 3 month old?

[m00ngaz3r75]

Excellent ! It is nice to see Justin and these guys together again, this is how it should be, I am sure they are recording also new material together with their best songs from their first album. :-)

[KickstartKittyTV]

Justin's Still Got The Fuckin Voice :D

[RyanTL85]

Why are they recording stuff they released 10 years ago? Oh wait, it's a subtle joke about how they are only famous for 1 album so they don't need to record new material. Very clever.

[Irishspeedstacker]

@RyanTL85 The video is called "Rehearsals" for a reason you know?

They are recording new material, and will be playing 2 new songs at Download.

[BarbecueRock]

@RyanTL85 Actually 2 things are happening in this vid; Rehearsals for upcoming shows and the recording of new music for album 3. It's all terribly confusing.

[RyanTL85]

@BarbecueRock

I would like to hear some of the 'new' stuff, instead they just showed them rehearsing the songs we already know. Maybe if they showed they weren't living in 2001 people wouldn't be hating them quite so much.

[smezec]

@RyanTL85 People will always hate the Darkness no matter what. It's not because of a lack of new material (which they probably don't have a say on when they release), its because some people are just cunts without a sense of humour.

[BarbecueRock]

@RyanTL85 Yes I completely agree. The Darkness should post all of the new material on YouTube a week before their first shows in 5 years. The last thing anybody wants is to hear their greatest hits when they play at a big festivall, so why would they bother rehearsing them? It's like 2001, 2 years before the first album came out, all over again.

[Kidrocker000]

@RyanTL85 Tbh, you probably wont even hear new stuff at their shows in the build up to download. I would expect that they are saving everything for the "big one" so to speak.

[dave8386]

@BarbecueRock

Are you gonna have that beard for the show, Justin?! Either way - awesome!

[BarbecueRock]

@dave8386 I'm undecided.

[dave8386]

@BarbecueRock

Are you willing to give a setlist yet? Or is it still a secret. I'm sure we can expect the debut of some new material at each of these shows?

[flyingv666]

@tallicalad JESUS CHRIST

[tallicalad]

@flyingv666 MOSES!

[flyingv666]

Download is gonna be insane

[funtimeharesy]

@tallicalad Humour and sarcasm are clearly not lost on you...

[JobForAMaxboy]

@tallicalad He was joking you fucking troglodyte. He had digital recordings up on the computer, and you still took it seriously? Fucking hell.