@konservativekirbyxi5855 I view Blackie as more of a musical and lyrical genius with one of the most amazing voices in rock/metal, as well as a businessman. Chris was the real wild child and mean man. It was obvious that Blackie was profoundly inspired by Chris. He was the real deal. A free spirit in the purest form.
@robertc7072
9 ай бұрын
Blackie is a "performer" Off stage he isn't Blackie Lawless and Chris was always Chris even off stage.
@metalmike570
7 ай бұрын
@@robertc7072 I guess Wild Child is Chris Holmes I mean was Chris!!
@MichaelHolmgaard
4 ай бұрын
@@PowerslaveWarrior People like that will kill a band. Chris got multiple chances to come back into the fold but he screwed things up every time. It was borderline embarrassing when he came back in the 90s and they had to skip every solo on the Crimson Idol songs. Bad look for W.A.S.P
@rrmorris67
Ай бұрын
Blackie and Chris, together. Chris is certainly that signature WASP guitar sound. What Blackie is doing right now ain't WASP in my book. I wouldn't pay to see it
@michaelthomas9991 Жыл бұрын
Chris’s guitar sound in concert and records was astounding! I hope he has great breaks and luck in the future because he deserves it.
@mark71 Жыл бұрын
Had the pleasure of getting to know Chris and his wife Sarah when they lived in Finland (2014) you couldn’t meet more genuine down to earth people. Had some unforgettable personal moments with a true Heavy Metal legend.
@user-tb9rw7dh2t7 ай бұрын
One of a kind.. 🎸 I hope that he gets to do everything he love's and wants to do in life. God bless you Chris.. 🙏
@squeelerjakeaxcradle709517 күн бұрын
Me and misses was invited to Chris and Cathy Holmes wedding anniversary in 2016 in south of France in Cannes at their home and believe me Chris and Cathy are superb people so lovely and having the pleasure holding Chris famous beat up Jackson guitar. He’s such a fun guy to be around and Cathy is so supportive of Chris and that’s lovely to see 🙏🎶🎸🎵
@heavymetalchainsaw Жыл бұрын
Chris Holmes looks like he's in good shape right now, nice to see that
@chevyvandweller2706 Жыл бұрын
LONG LIVE, CHRIS HOLMES!!!,
@bags5150 Жыл бұрын
Rock star over came his alcohol addiction drug addiction beat cancer moved out America to keep pursuing his passion to ply guitar live and didn’t let Blackie keep him down he pushed on !!!!! God Bless you Chris keep Rocking brother we love you !!!’ Blackie may have wrote the songs and sang them but W.A.S.P. tone belongs to you !!’ And he knows it that’s why he kept you over everyone else brother !!!!! 🤘🤘🤘🤘
@matthewwilliams9240 Жыл бұрын
Was a privilege to be there on Chris 65th birthday. Been into metal since early 80s and been to a lot of concerts. Seeing Chris in Northampton was one of the most memorable. Absolutely awesome 👌
@michaelcarar137 ай бұрын
Chris is the coolest, you're for a full recovery!
@SquierBulletBass-sj5bg Жыл бұрын
Back in the 80’s I thought Chris would be a rockstar to die young. He’s a legend.
@KevinOrtega1980 Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite guitarists, glad he is still rockin it and kicking ass!
@lorrainesewell716711 ай бұрын
Had the pleasure of seeing Chris and meeting him with his band few months back in England such a gentleman. Told him he’s been my hero for 30 years 🤘🏻
@stevenholquin212711 күн бұрын
The Mention of Normandy and The Grave Sites …..Just Got Me Choked Up Chris Holmes is In France 🇫🇷 and Is a True Blue American From Pasadena California Has Honored All Our Service Men and Women By Mentioning Normandy Thank You Chris Holmes
@cejoelvillacis41476 ай бұрын
Love ❤ Chriss You are the best with the humorist and positive attitude no matter what are you dealing with. Keep doing what you like. Great interview! 🎸🗽🇺🇸
@st.albans5560 Жыл бұрын
This guy scared me straight lol... Never going to forget his cameo scene in The Decline of Western Civilization 2. Anyways I am shocked this dude is still alive. This guy is rock n roll to the bones 😂
@joesmith9216 Жыл бұрын
Man, he does sound and look good, congrats Holmes, this guy is such a talent, he is arguably the best lead guitarist of all time.
@image30pАй бұрын
Wow. Chris you said two things that I find incredibly honest. I respect that a lot.
@dougstanley76629 ай бұрын
Chris is a great person he loves his fans, unlike some other musicians who have worked with him.I wish him the best with his health and new band .If he ever comes back to the States, don't forget to stop in Indiana. You have a shit ton of fans here that would come to your show..
@kurtekerhaugen9755Ай бұрын
So good to see Chris back in shape❤
@Scott-fv1nt Жыл бұрын
Happy birthday Chris.
@Endo-uu8mo Жыл бұрын
Chris the guy who c9uld comes around from every corner and goes in a Pub and Drink beer with you without all that 80s Rockstar attitudes,and one hell of an Guitarist 🤘
@metalmike570
7 ай бұрын
Then why was he known as the mean man? Probably just add alcohol. Also getting famous - becoming stars they have to have some armor.
@bags5150 Жыл бұрын
Love his tone always have !!!!
@619dar5 ай бұрын
I'm so glad to see Chris in good health. After seeing the doc about Chris and how he lives his now. It's much better for Chris to be out of WASP. Even though I miss him being in the band. I feel Chris now as a life where he can be at peace with himself. Only one thing for me is that I've never met Chris. I hope to one day.
@ianchristopherson1973 Жыл бұрын
1st gig I ever went to, W.A.S.P. Liverpool Royal Court 27th May 1989, I'll never forget it and they were never the same after Chris left.
@lorrainesewell7167
11 ай бұрын
Also my first gig 🤘🏻
@KevinLangford-hh9ze2 ай бұрын
I've been lucky enough to meet Chris once he took his time to come out and meet us all he's a very good guy thanks Chris for that God Bless
@gibsonexplorer87777 ай бұрын
Chris Holmes is the real deal straight up cool one of a kind hope he rocks for a very long time you can tell he really loves playing music God bless him wish i could of hung out with him when i was a roadie back in 1975 until 1984 meet a lot of really cool musicians who weren't eat up with the dumb i am a rock star crap.
@TheMack Жыл бұрын
Loved this interview! Chris is sharp and the interviewer also was great!
@tomsylvester80895 ай бұрын
Met him when I was 14 Lamours Brooklyn I’m 54
@Cjzdrums
3 ай бұрын
Awesome
@denishill311411 ай бұрын
I love you sooo much man... You are one of my all time heroes. 🤩
@panelvanhalen97173 ай бұрын
How rock and roll is it to move to France and say “ fuck that entire language “ 😂👍🏻
@bryant6282 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this fun and informative interview Chris and Dawn! 🤘🏼
@synthvault2 ай бұрын
Great interview. Chris is relaxed and seems to be in great health!
@ninamc6116 Жыл бұрын
Happy birthday Chris! I loved you in DOWC….one of the sexiest rock stars of the 80’s. Great 🎸🎸
@KevinLangford-hh9ze2 ай бұрын
God Bless Chris bloody take care rock and roll will save your soul I so glad that you're OK 👍
@mcspanners5 ай бұрын
Chris Holmes is awesome
@LuisRomero-uq1zw8 ай бұрын
Chris Holmes Great playing guitar 🎸🎶 and band Of Metal
@jamie.7774 ай бұрын
Lovely interview.
@jinkss111Ай бұрын
I'm glad he's still kicking ass! 🤘💪🎸🎶📢🥁
@TheOfficerMahoney6 ай бұрын
Look way younger, glad he is feeling better
@peterthomas35894 ай бұрын
Genuine guy, all the best!
@cesaraugustopАй бұрын
God bless you Chris!
@mr.c803325 күн бұрын
Man...She has BEAUTIFUL hair.
@gatormcklusky585011 ай бұрын
I'm about 7 years younger then Chris, I remember WASP well they were doing their thing in my youth / teens/20s, I hated that band but, I say But, i watched Chris in another program i came across the other day & i have to hand it to em, He's a fcken stand up dude. nothing but props for him Enjoy brother!!
@garylang33796 ай бұрын
Chris looking good my Man , kicked cancer’s ass , can’t mess w a mean m/f
@jamescon55 Жыл бұрын
This guy was almost like a real life style "monster" (kinda Lol) to me as a 10-12 kid, even though I was listening to all the Metal bands, back then Lol. But yeah man, Chris is the REAL deal , NO doubt. I can see why he has such a great reputation as a stand up dude, through the decades highs and lows..."And I LOVED bein an azzhole! Ohh yeah!"...LOL Guy is a CLASSIC...🤘🔥🤘
@toasttoasted34924 ай бұрын
Love ya Chris
@rv6205Ай бұрын
Good for Chris !!!...Im thiriled hes ok now
@sydneysheppard4979 Жыл бұрын
You rock Chris!! Love your music!! Mean Man is killer!! Happy birthday bro! Fukkk blackie💪🇺🇸🏁😎
@Endo-uu8mo
Жыл бұрын
haha comments like this could only comes from an wannabe Stranger Things Fan ,who never saws that Band live at their prime😅,i bed Chris finds that comment stupid too 😅
@garystafford1853 Жыл бұрын
Met Chris in Newcastle a few days later. Great bloke.
@Vbnklll
Жыл бұрын
Does he have short temper😅?
@FiveDORRA
6 ай бұрын
You met him for about 2 minutes and decided he was a great guy, cringe
@randyroberg5926 Жыл бұрын
Love Chris ❤
@mrmaxaxl10 ай бұрын
What a gorgeous woman! 😍
@FiveDORRA
6 ай бұрын
What a desperate simp!
@MariUSukulele Жыл бұрын
Hi Chris 🤘🏻 A veRRy meRRy HäqpY b-d, all the way fröm GermanY 🇩🇪
@user-oe9hn7dh8uАй бұрын
very good guitar player
@CrueLoaf11 ай бұрын
Chris was certainly having a lot of fun with WASP back in '86.
@tonythompson41929 ай бұрын
Met the man in1985 wow randy to ! Love the real deal
@1980y12 күн бұрын
🤩😎🤘
@anthonymitchellalice Жыл бұрын
Happy Birthday Chris.
@brianj92623 ай бұрын
Nooo he can't be 65. Jeez that would make me 55
@rodsdaytona11 ай бұрын
I, and DreamGuitarSystems love this!!
@Shahzadhameed762 ай бұрын
Champ
@Vbnklll Жыл бұрын
❤
@BazookaToe Жыл бұрын
The best thing about this is that’s Chris fuckin Holmes she’s talking to.
@Godovgrind Жыл бұрын
🤘🤘🤘🤘
@thebluesrockers9 ай бұрын
She looks like a cool chick to hang out with.
@FiveDORRA
6 ай бұрын
Cringe
@trautesigrun2126 Жыл бұрын
Bien chris
@robertc70729 ай бұрын
He looks in better shape than Blackie these days but man these artists form the 80's really need to call it a day they've already proven enough and given enough to the fans. But I get it, they don't know anything else. Guess you might as well go out doing what you love. Your the best Chris!
@FiveDORRA
6 ай бұрын
Funny how I can't type lawless first name, Google thinks it's racist, but he looks like an old woman today,
@Brutal_truthus7 ай бұрын
I love Chris but dam that left one is hypnotizing
@user-friendly-boiiis Жыл бұрын
His retirement money would roughly be $1,800. How can he say he shouldn't get it???? He worked his ass off and legally that money IS his. If he gets sick again he's going to need that cash. That would roughly be $21,600 a year
@jamescon55
Жыл бұрын
Agreed! .....
@ponyxpress001
Жыл бұрын
He Just Means "YET", Just Because You Reach The Eligible Age, Doesn't Mean You Have To Apply / Claim It ASAP. It's Not A "Use It Or Lose It" Deal. It'll Still Be There When He Needs/Wants It. Evidently With The Documentary & Mean Man, He's Making Enough $$$ That He Just Doesn't Need It Now.
@jamescon55
Жыл бұрын
@@ponyxpress001 Just goes to show WHAT, kinda, actual human being that Chris Holmes IS 😏.....He is just FINE/content with WHERE he IS at, financially speaking... UNLIKE, SOME of his old past timed fellow 80s rockers (cough cough Dicki Sukks and company 😒) And that he does NOT, have ta ta be a money hungry grabbing 💸💸💸 media whore where" ALL of it" is just NEVER enough, even.....
@johngranata55154 ай бұрын
He’s absolutely right about those drugs that where brought into America , It did happen.
@jeffrussell7778 ай бұрын
HELLLION ....THE DEVIL'S HELLION CHILD
@hannibalheyes3395 ай бұрын
If Blackie was there, Chris wouldn't get a word in edge wise.
@HallqvistOfficial22 күн бұрын
Dawn=😛
@jettschenker2 ай бұрын
In the 1980's this guy was drinking about a 55 gallon drum of booze every weekend....how is he still alive???
@mikeintampa25010 ай бұрын
Chris is still a chick magnet
@user-sc3gs6ot6e5 ай бұрын
Chris is the goat
@TheOfficerMahoney6 ай бұрын
Van Halen was not milk and cookies kinda band
@evenblackercrow44765 ай бұрын
He needs to share his sound as much as possible before his fingers freeze up. Maybe play/write some music for ubisoft or ea games.
@richardjaatinen44234 ай бұрын
I grew up listening to wasp in the early years. That's when they were rocking man after Chris left. Not interested
@teresaeckhardt895410 ай бұрын
OHHHH,,CHRIS IS NICE AND COOL,,I LIKE HIM❗...BUTTT,,, IM SORRY,,IM BLACKIES FOREVER FAN‼️...TRUELY...❗💋
Пікірлер: 109
He was the heart and soul of W.A.S.P.
@PowerslaveWarrior
Жыл бұрын
@konservativekirbyxi5855 I view Blackie as more of a musical and lyrical genius with one of the most amazing voices in rock/metal, as well as a businessman. Chris was the real wild child and mean man. It was obvious that Blackie was profoundly inspired by Chris. He was the real deal. A free spirit in the purest form.
@robertc7072
9 ай бұрын
Blackie is a "performer" Off stage he isn't Blackie Lawless and Chris was always Chris even off stage.
@metalmike570
7 ай бұрын
@@robertc7072 I guess Wild Child is Chris Holmes I mean was Chris!!
@MichaelHolmgaard
4 ай бұрын
@@PowerslaveWarrior People like that will kill a band. Chris got multiple chances to come back into the fold but he screwed things up every time. It was borderline embarrassing when he came back in the 90s and they had to skip every solo on the Crimson Idol songs. Bad look for W.A.S.P
@rrmorris67
Ай бұрын
Blackie and Chris, together. Chris is certainly that signature WASP guitar sound. What Blackie is doing right now ain't WASP in my book. I wouldn't pay to see it
Chris’s guitar sound in concert and records was astounding! I hope he has great breaks and luck in the future because he deserves it.
Had the pleasure of getting to know Chris and his wife Sarah when they lived in Finland (2014) you couldn’t meet more genuine down to earth people. Had some unforgettable personal moments with a true Heavy Metal legend.
One of a kind.. 🎸 I hope that he gets to do everything he love's and wants to do in life. God bless you Chris.. 🙏
Me and misses was invited to Chris and Cathy Holmes wedding anniversary in 2016 in south of France in Cannes at their home and believe me Chris and Cathy are superb people so lovely and having the pleasure holding Chris famous beat up Jackson guitar. He’s such a fun guy to be around and Cathy is so supportive of Chris and that’s lovely to see 🙏🎶🎸🎵
Chris Holmes looks like he's in good shape right now, nice to see that
LONG LIVE, CHRIS HOLMES!!!,
Rock star over came his alcohol addiction drug addiction beat cancer moved out America to keep pursuing his passion to ply guitar live and didn’t let Blackie keep him down he pushed on !!!!! God Bless you Chris keep Rocking brother we love you !!!’ Blackie may have wrote the songs and sang them but W.A.S.P. tone belongs to you !!’ And he knows it that’s why he kept you over everyone else brother !!!!! 🤘🤘🤘🤘
Was a privilege to be there on Chris 65th birthday. Been into metal since early 80s and been to a lot of concerts. Seeing Chris in Northampton was one of the most memorable. Absolutely awesome 👌
Chris is the coolest, you're for a full recovery!
Back in the 80’s I thought Chris would be a rockstar to die young. He’s a legend.
One of my favorite guitarists, glad he is still rockin it and kicking ass!
Had the pleasure of seeing Chris and meeting him with his band few months back in England such a gentleman. Told him he’s been my hero for 30 years 🤘🏻
The Mention of Normandy and The Grave Sites …..Just Got Me Choked Up Chris Holmes is In France 🇫🇷 and Is a True Blue American From Pasadena California Has Honored All Our Service Men and Women By Mentioning Normandy Thank You Chris Holmes
Love ❤ Chriss You are the best with the humorist and positive attitude no matter what are you dealing with. Keep doing what you like. Great interview! 🎸🗽🇺🇸
This guy scared me straight lol... Never going to forget his cameo scene in The Decline of Western Civilization 2. Anyways I am shocked this dude is still alive. This guy is rock n roll to the bones 😂
Man, he does sound and look good, congrats Holmes, this guy is such a talent, he is arguably the best lead guitarist of all time.
Wow. Chris you said two things that I find incredibly honest. I respect that a lot.
Chris is a great person he loves his fans, unlike some other musicians who have worked with him.I wish him the best with his health and new band .If he ever comes back to the States, don't forget to stop in Indiana. You have a shit ton of fans here that would come to your show..
So good to see Chris back in shape❤
Happy birthday Chris.
Chris the guy who c9uld comes around from every corner and goes in a Pub and Drink beer with you without all that 80s Rockstar attitudes,and one hell of an Guitarist 🤘
@metalmike570
7 ай бұрын
Then why was he known as the mean man? Probably just add alcohol. Also getting famous - becoming stars they have to have some armor.
Love his tone always have !!!!
I'm so glad to see Chris in good health. After seeing the doc about Chris and how he lives his now. It's much better for Chris to be out of WASP. Even though I miss him being in the band. I feel Chris now as a life where he can be at peace with himself. Only one thing for me is that I've never met Chris. I hope to one day.
1st gig I ever went to, W.A.S.P. Liverpool Royal Court 27th May 1989, I'll never forget it and they were never the same after Chris left.
@lorrainesewell7167
11 ай бұрын
Also my first gig 🤘🏻
I've been lucky enough to meet Chris once he took his time to come out and meet us all he's a very good guy thanks Chris for that God Bless
Chris Holmes is the real deal straight up cool one of a kind hope he rocks for a very long time you can tell he really loves playing music God bless him wish i could of hung out with him when i was a roadie back in 1975 until 1984 meet a lot of really cool musicians who weren't eat up with the dumb i am a rock star crap.
Loved this interview! Chris is sharp and the interviewer also was great!
Met him when I was 14 Lamours Brooklyn I’m 54
@Cjzdrums
3 ай бұрын
Awesome
I love you sooo much man... You are one of my all time heroes. 🤩
How rock and roll is it to move to France and say “ fuck that entire language “ 😂👍🏻
Thank you for this fun and informative interview Chris and Dawn! 🤘🏼
Great interview. Chris is relaxed and seems to be in great health!
Happy birthday Chris! I loved you in DOWC….one of the sexiest rock stars of the 80’s. Great 🎸🎸
God Bless Chris bloody take care rock and roll will save your soul I so glad that you're OK 👍
Chris Holmes is awesome
Chris Holmes Great playing guitar 🎸🎶 and band Of Metal
Lovely interview.
I'm glad he's still kicking ass! 🤘💪🎸🎶📢🥁
Look way younger, glad he is feeling better
Genuine guy, all the best!
God bless you Chris!
Man...She has BEAUTIFUL hair.
I'm about 7 years younger then Chris, I remember WASP well they were doing their thing in my youth / teens/20s, I hated that band but, I say But, i watched Chris in another program i came across the other day & i have to hand it to em, He's a fcken stand up dude. nothing but props for him Enjoy brother!!
Chris looking good my Man , kicked cancer’s ass , can’t mess w a mean m/f
This guy was almost like a real life style "monster" (kinda Lol) to me as a 10-12 kid, even though I was listening to all the Metal bands, back then Lol. But yeah man, Chris is the REAL deal , NO doubt. I can see why he has such a great reputation as a stand up dude, through the decades highs and lows..."And I LOVED bein an azzhole! Ohh yeah!"...LOL Guy is a CLASSIC...🤘🔥🤘
Love ya Chris
Good for Chris !!!...Im thiriled hes ok now
You rock Chris!! Love your music!! Mean Man is killer!! Happy birthday bro! Fukkk blackie💪🇺🇸🏁😎
@Endo-uu8mo
Жыл бұрын
haha comments like this could only comes from an wannabe Stranger Things Fan ,who never saws that Band live at their prime😅,i bed Chris finds that comment stupid too 😅
Met Chris in Newcastle a few days later. Great bloke.
@Vbnklll
Жыл бұрын
Does he have short temper😅?
@FiveDORRA
6 ай бұрын
You met him for about 2 minutes and decided he was a great guy, cringe
Love Chris ❤
What a gorgeous woman! 😍
@FiveDORRA
6 ай бұрын
What a desperate simp!
Hi Chris 🤘🏻 A veRRy meRRy HäqpY b-d, all the way fröm GermanY 🇩🇪
very good guitar player
Chris was certainly having a lot of fun with WASP back in '86.
Met the man in1985 wow randy to ! Love the real deal
🤩😎🤘
Happy Birthday Chris.
Nooo he can't be 65. Jeez that would make me 55
I, and DreamGuitarSystems love this!!
Champ
❤
The best thing about this is that’s Chris fuckin Holmes she’s talking to.
🤘🤘🤘🤘
She looks like a cool chick to hang out with.
@FiveDORRA
6 ай бұрын
Cringe
Bien chris
He looks in better shape than Blackie these days but man these artists form the 80's really need to call it a day they've already proven enough and given enough to the fans. But I get it, they don't know anything else. Guess you might as well go out doing what you love. Your the best Chris!
@FiveDORRA
6 ай бұрын
Funny how I can't type lawless first name, Google thinks it's racist, but he looks like an old woman today,
I love Chris but dam that left one is hypnotizing
His retirement money would roughly be $1,800. How can he say he shouldn't get it???? He worked his ass off and legally that money IS his. If he gets sick again he's going to need that cash. That would roughly be $21,600 a year
@jamescon55
Жыл бұрын
Agreed! .....
@ponyxpress001
Жыл бұрын
He Just Means "YET", Just Because You Reach The Eligible Age, Doesn't Mean You Have To Apply / Claim It ASAP. It's Not A "Use It Or Lose It" Deal. It'll Still Be There When He Needs/Wants It. Evidently With The Documentary & Mean Man, He's Making Enough $$$ That He Just Doesn't Need It Now.
@jamescon55
Жыл бұрын
@@ponyxpress001 Just goes to show WHAT, kinda, actual human being that Chris Holmes IS 😏.....He is just FINE/content with WHERE he IS at, financially speaking... UNLIKE, SOME of his old past timed fellow 80s rockers (cough cough Dicki Sukks and company 😒) And that he does NOT, have ta ta be a money hungry grabbing 💸💸💸 media whore where" ALL of it" is just NEVER enough, even.....
He’s absolutely right about those drugs that where brought into America , It did happen.
HELLLION ....THE DEVIL'S HELLION CHILD
If Blackie was there, Chris wouldn't get a word in edge wise.
Dawn=😛
In the 1980's this guy was drinking about a 55 gallon drum of booze every weekend....how is he still alive???
Chris is still a chick magnet
Chris is the goat
Van Halen was not milk and cookies kinda band
He needs to share his sound as much as possible before his fingers freeze up. Maybe play/write some music for ubisoft or ea games.
I grew up listening to wasp in the early years. That's when they were rocking man after Chris left. Not interested
OHHHH,,CHRIS IS NICE AND COOL,,I LIKE HIM❗...BUTTT,,, IM SORRY,,IM BLACKIES FOREVER FAN‼️...TRUELY...❗💋
Long live, you, Chris!