A message from Arin Ilejay (Post Avenged Sevenfold set at Download Festival)

[Medweasel]

It's hard to fill someone elses shoes. Especially someone as talnted and loved as the Rev. One day though young artists will be looking up to Arin and citing him as the reason they're into music just like we do with the Rev. Anyway, he seems like a nice guy and is very talented. I wish him all the luck in the world.

[Bl0wn1]

he always sounds like he's sick :P

[dellabona69]

fuck.................ozil playing drium for a7x?

[TheGloryfighter1000]

Who the fuck is this kid

[md2metal]

guys don't complain.

the band can't play without drummer :S:S.

true story or what?

the guy is cool and as long as the band members accepted him he's cool

[immAdeadCupcake]

hes kinda cute though

[TheMiniGamez]

Mesut Ozil ? :D

[md2metal]

@TheMiniGamez the same idea came across my mind when i first saw him

[vegetafan100]

lol vacky's gettin man boobies. X3

[rufiiiia]

welcome to the family arin ♥

[925explicit]

this guy has a multi cultural blood line no wonder he has skills!

[mirror827]

He is young but talented guy

[mirror827]

@mirror827 <3 <3 welcome to the family!

[NaruSaku2006]

he looks like he's on fucking meth

[Sofiafromhell]

I will always be sad not to see the Rev behind the drumkit. A7X could have ended the band but they wanted to keep on writing songs, and that's what Jimmy would want.Arin is a great drummer!With Mike Portnoy, even Shadows had said that if they kept him it'd be like "A7X featuring Mike Portnoy" and he didn't want that. Zacky had said that they just hated the fact that they were looking for a drummer, but when Arin played, "he was a true demon" and they felt as if they had Jimmy back. RIP Jimmy <3

[simcHyt]

so... he is new drummer and he is going to write drums ?

[SynysterxLisa]

God I fucking love Arin so much. <3 <3 *keymashes* Like everyone, I was wary at first while still getting over JImmy's death, but after seeing him play with A7X, you'd swear it's Jimmy sitting behind that drumkit. Arin is so amazingly talented, and all around he's just....I really hope he stays with A7X. Jimmy would be proud. TEAM ARIN!!!!!!

[yanibori]

aww he talks so cute

[ItzDuhOPATIKA2]

This is the Rev...But in another body.

[aaron3127]

Ozil :)

[0407Block]

WOW! This must be the Rev in different body :O

[EddieUchiha7]

mike portnoy is better stupid bastard .l.

[halo4life090]

@EddieUchiha7

[Apersonnamedbob]

Feel bad for Mike Portnoy considering he left dream theater because he thought he was gonna join a7x permanently and then didn't, then tried joining back dream theater and they wouldn't let him LOL

[RebelOnAWarpath]

@Apersonnamedbob he did nightmare because he found out that he was one of the rev's favorite drummers and a7x knew that the rev liked him and that would have been more of a tribute to him plus they were also looking for a new drummer and he was just a temporary fill, besides he was leaving dream theater anyway, he has his own band now, i think its called adrenaline?

[NexusHUBSH]

@Apersonnamedbob That's...not why he left Dream Theater...

[HighImpulse96]

If anyone ever noticed, he sounds like Syn and in a way his face has some features of Syn too. Agree?(:

[fabiopereirascp01]

@HighImpulse96 brothers??

[almasxvoice]

I know alot of people are goign like, oh his got no tattoos, he looks like a kid, i hate how his replaceing jimmy.....dont get me wrong i was kinda like that too, but i mean his not replacing him, he could never, the REV grew into the band and all the fans heart. how could he ever be replaced? but again, if it wernt for Arin A7x would problably not be here. and im sure jimmy would be glad that the band went on. even though it was hard, im sure he would want them to go on. R.i.P the REV foREVer.

[loghen01]

@almasxvoice that's going a bit too far though.

[mrMagman555]

hes got no tattos

[AaronRowell420]

@mrMagman555 Cause he's a pussy haha,His intro drum solo to welcome to the family blows just sounds like he's hitting random shit,The Rev can't be replaced & especially not by this dude Arin.

[charlypunk6]

Search in Google; Mesut Özil :)

[VoorbijDeRegenboog]

@charlypunk6

lol I know right? The first time I saw Arin I was like: isn't he that German soccer player?

For some reason he also reminds me of Rami Malek in this vid, idk

[fabiopereirascp01]

@VoorbijDeRegenboog what german soccer player?? I WANNA CHECK IT OUT!!

[VoorbijDeRegenboog]

@fabiopereirascp01 Mesut Özil, he now plays with Real Madrid I think

[fabiopereirascp01]

@VoorbijDeRegenboog õh, yeah. Ozil, I know who he is. Yes, he's playing for Real Madrid, now. And you're right. They are similar. Only the hair is different, of course

[gangstazombiekilla]

I just love Arin. 

[TheMikaela1992]

owh, he's a kid

[LucPachet]

@a7xforeverism I'm just telling you this so you can write an adequate résumé some day and maybe even get job, have fun with grade 6! :)

[a7xforeverism]

@LucPachet see ur still on here bitching and whining about fucking English and punctuation like honestly come on if ur that worried about shit like that go be a fucking teacher and another thing do u even think about why ppl are bad at this shit u dont know shit about me and what i've been thru

[LucPachet]

@a7xforeverism Aww, now you're getting defensive! Don't cry emo child, I'm sure 'what you've been through' totally has something to do with your ignorance of the English language.

[a7xforeverism]

@LucPachet dude wtf is ur problem like honestly this is fucking ridiculous

[A7X711]

when i first heard about them using arin i was very sceptical but when i saw them on their opening concert for the nighmare after christmas tour i was blown away.. arin your a awesome dude welcome to the fuckin family

[GianMayI]

I Mmiss this guy in confide

[ilovetheREV77]

cutie:)

[MyMusicalSyn]

Now all he needs is to get a body full of tats, get jacked, and have a kick ass stage name. Still a great drummer and role model, whose last name I have yet to pronounce correctly

[TheDeathbatgrl]

@MyMusicalSyn right?!

[tenpor07]

so humble. so Filipino. :)

[whatup917]

It's still weird seeing him behind the kit.

But he's SO good!

[chargamer]

Eh, no rev or mike but you'll do

[guitarman974011]

How did they meet Arin anyway did he audition for it or did someone tell them about Arin

[JimmyEganDavis13]

@guitarman974011 he was in another band that i have forgotten the name of

[br00t4lbreakdownzfuk]

@JimmyEganDavis13 Confide?

[twinkandbob]

@br00t4lbreakdownzfuk yep the drummer from confide :D

[guitarman974011]

@JimmyEganDavis13 Ok but that doesnt quite answer my question

[noga55]

Whats all over his sweater? xD

[NinjaGirl1359]

Hes the 2nd cutest guy in the band. Zacky V. <3

[synysterjazmyngates]

Aww, he's got the cutest eyes. Next to Synyster's of course.

[codzombiefan231]

well hes not "cute" but hes beter then justin beber ur fuckface

[alexnguyen188]

im glad that a7x is still play when a bad thing happen to jimmy (the rev) and im forward to listen to more new song.( r.i.p the rev you will never be forgotten)

[VirgoWill21]

This kid is like 24 or something and playing Jimmy's shit. Avenged: can we keep him?

[43StarGirl]

I Saw Him Play At Download And He Was Really Good! No Jimmy, But Close Enough!

[LeeroyJenkinswin]

I saw Arin at the San Diego show on Sunday, and I must say he is amazing. Believe me, i've hated Jimmy's passing just as much as anyone, but Arin is a great sit-in for the Rev. They are two exceptional drummers, and if anyone has to replace our beloved Jimmy Sullivan, this guy seems to be the best, most deserving option. RIP Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan, may you rest in peace.

[samisgay09]

Hes sooo cute(:

[RoflCockSlap]

Sure, the rev can never be replaced, but Arin is one skilled drummer!

[SirDanielFortisque]

@RoflCockSlap true

[ArkansasChuggabug]

the poor guy has to compete with the rev, who has my deepest respect. The Rev was fantastic and yes he can never be replaced, but Arin is legendary and is a great fit to the band

i didnt have the pleasure to see the Rev in concert, but i saw them in August with Arin and they rocked the fuckin house... Props to Arin for being so awesome... keep it up

[pepparmostheelder]

@ArkansasChuggabug I dont see why people have a problem? He isnt replacing the Rev, he is just filling in the spot as a drummer so the band can continue writing and performing new songs. The rev was their best friend and an amazing drummer, songwriter and singer and can never be replaced. He was with and created the band and his spirit will live on with the band and his family and friends. It was matt, Johnnys, zacky and gates choice, for the fans and for the memory of their friend. R.I.P Jimmy

[GlassCtiy]

@pepparmostheelder and when you really think about it Jimmy wouldn't have wanted them to stop doing what they do best just because of his passing. he would have wanted them to keep going.

[megapwn323]

awww i bet him and johnny get along :)

[foreignstrangervoice]

Holy fuck. His voice is just asdhagjhlgklf;kg

[MsAlexUndead]

aw :) 

[XDPeruMan]

he's cool, he's good, it'd be awesome if they try him out for some vocals

[nolanschecterdimebag]

@XDPeruMan thats a good idea !

[KRaGG101]

@Cr4nium13 hahahahaha I pity you

[QikeA7X]

can he sing?

[zucky7x]

jimmy waiting in heaven !!he's still watching!!^^

[Jacksonrr123]

HE NEEDS TATTOOS!!!

[RioSullivan0]

0:21 that's so cute

[albertepetersenmcr]

I LOOOOOOOOOOOOVE Arin :D:D he's awesome!

[carrollpatriot5909]

man he needs a sick ass name, i cant pronounce ilejay

[BrittnehRaverRainbow]

@carrollpatriot5909 Johnny said that you say it ill-hi or something... But they cant say that either so they call him pissant......

[TheWolfchildalex]

He looks so tired :/ look at the circles around his eyes. Being a rockstar definitely comes with sacrifice. But he's an amazing drummer :)

[ChildofBurningTime75]

Okay not going to lie, The first time Ifound out this was going to play for Jimmy, I didn' know him, I didn't know what band he was from, I didn't know ANYTHING. And yeah I judged him, I even started HATING him for even daring to get behind Jimmy's kit! But now, I'm starting to get to know this kid, I saw him play live with A7x In May! And damn me for EVER judging this man. He Is an AMAZING drummer, SUCH a nice guy, And I am SO proud of him. Your doing Jimmy right, Kid! Keep it up.

[italiandude719]

@ChildofBurningTime75 what show were you at? i went to the may 9th show

[ChildofBurningTime75]

@italiandude719 Ah! May 17th here :P

[TheLaurenluv]

Nobody can truely replace The Rev.

RIP Jimmy </3

[CuBaNcHuR0]

nobody is better than anyone here, jimmy is amazing and so is arin. im just glad they found a drummer with the about the same skill level, im gld hes able to play their songs. thats all that matter. but in our hearts, jimmy the rev will never be replaced

[cowbaner]

a great drummer yes will he match up to the Rev maybe its just based on if you want to compare a great drummer to another who is just starting off his career big

[MGCtacoman]

didnt he have a nose ring?

[TheMuffinAssassin]

Welcome to the family Arin. :] I'm real impressed and I feel you were the right choice.

R.I.P Rev <3

[jackasstothemax45]

...Can I adopt you and take you home with me?

[gkc25]

Hope to hear your back up vocal on next A7X album?

[3LimbedHero]

Its great that us fans dont give this drummer any hate. Its an honor to fill in for The Rev and he seems very humble about it. He doesnt go bragging or anything at least from what ive seen. :)

[bfmv3652]

i know A7x has to get a new drummer to move on but it just not the same as when the rev was the drummer

[blevripidou100]

@bfmv3652 yes but by keeping the band alive they are also keeping jimmys memory alive :')

[NineDaysTil]

Anybody else get that feeling where when someones replacing someone else in your favorite band you just hate them for no reason, but then once you see how nice they are you completely forget that you ever hated them?

[xxlindseyann92xx]

Arins awesome.. I really hope he stays.

[mpierce8863]

how do you pronounce his last name?

[LITTLEdutchBOi]

@mpierce8863 "ill-eh-hey"

[PlaystationDudeify]

much like james, hes a much more handsome fellow than i am

[foreignstrangervoice]

HES SUCH A CUTE KID!!!!!!! <3

I thought he would sound all nerdy and awkward, but he's got kind of a sexy voice ;)

[30SecondsToMars4xxxx]

This is the first time I heard Arin's voice and I thought it'd be quite high pitched but wow, he's got a deep voice! And I like it :D

[raienny]

he's loook so cool... in his own style

[chelsey1417]

I think he's adorable. He's not dark, he's friendly and humorous obviously. I wonder if he fits in with the personalities of A7x. Seems like he would, but you never know. If he can make them laugh and cut up and enjoy themselves again, that's certainly a start.

[A7X4evrr]

FUCK YOU ARINS A STUD!

[Smooth0860]

I welcome this guy as we all should now if he can bring just 50% of what Rev did that will be amazing . Shit if he brings 40% that would be good. Lol

[TheKdonnelly94]

he has nice eyes :3

[SirPaiNatal]

Welcome to the Family Arin ^^

[amandarrvengeance]

N'aww! he is just so adorable! I just wanan hug him :3

[xxtaylorsayshi]

So cuteeeeeee.<3

[ickev]

0:21 awwww,what a cute face!

[RevJunior28]

@aquaagu2 dude u chill, I agree with y'all.

[KiwisTubeofPaste]

He's AIIIGHT. But he ain't the Rev <3 But, I wish him success :P :)

[VengeanceGirl1]

he's hot.

[InevitableLost]

I like that he smiles a lot. :)

[AvengedRevSevenfold]

He's so adorable<3

[22conainali]

@lip3h17 he just got a huge tattoo of a huge tree going from his shoulder to around his elbow:)!!!

[MrsxSynysterGates]

Awww hes like a little puppy :]

[Lip3h17]

Welcome to the family Arin!! but now get new tattoos xDDD

[OfficialNikkiSuicide]

@Lip3h17 well, he does have one on his arm :)

[120rbd]

@Lip3h17 i agree if hes gonna be the new drummer of avenged sevenfold he is gonna have to get tatted up

[NickelBack1313]

@120rbd hell yea



[jacaria21]

Arin is an amazing drummer! And on top of that, he's an adorable cutie pie!

[mjjforever254]

I want to hug him...

[blueirishluck79]

Awww!! He is so cute :) He is a good fit for Avenged!! Awesome drummer!!!!

[MelindaMayhem]

I'm in love with Arin Ilejay!!! XD

[kvenz6661]

i cannot take it!!! he's just soo adorableeee!!! not to mention a beast drummer

[Jenta18]

I like his voice : D

[Drumtariano]

lol he seems like such a cool guy :D

[TwinisterVengenz]

OMG HE IS SO CUTE <3

[angel76888]

@TwinisterVengenz  hell yeah

[peacelove629]

I LOVE HIM.

[LinkinShinoda11]

His smile. His voice. That little bit of blonde hair poking out from under his beanie. I just...damn Arin. Kid's adorable and he's a hell of a drummer too <3

[InsanityZw]

omg, he's so damn adorable <3

[embla94]

Nawwuth. 8]

[TheLlamaPie]

Aw... he actually seems really cute. :3

[FictionVII]

He seems awesome... :]

[iPlaya93]

Great guy man, looking forward to see all of you live !

[Trechul]

What a bro!

[LifeOfAZombiex]

I love him<3

[digupmyb0nes]

Holy shit Arin, you are great

[Keenanite]

This kid is so damn sweet.