Matt is like Abraham Lincoln. He saved Slaves.

@joshsherwin337

4 жыл бұрын

Color Me Leighzy as of now this has 69 likes....giggity

@blaisenblaise8861

4 жыл бұрын

Matt is good but Johnny will always have my heart. But Matt definitely brought a well needed edge.

@zacharyhayes96

4 жыл бұрын

Jonny is just flat out the best singer in this genre. It's a shame he struggles so bad with drug use. This dude is really good though.

@ghastlyshimmer

4 жыл бұрын

@@zacharyhayes96 I have never ever heard someone sing like he did on DBM1. It's raw yet so smooth with enough grit to invoke emotion. Definitely top tier

@TyTrain1

4 жыл бұрын

Lol that was clever 🧐

they couldn’t have picked anyone better imo. matt is so damn good, hope the album is as good as this!

@johnnyc5851

5 жыл бұрын

Holy shit when I heard this on Spotify I thought the voice sounded a little different, I didn't realize this was Matt McAndrew?! I loved that dude back when he was on the Voice! Jonny was killer, but I am also totally on board with this new wave

@civilenggggg

5 жыл бұрын

Agree!

@HorizonEyes

2 жыл бұрын

@Mike Oxard wrong.

I am SO glad these guys didn't stop after JC's departure

@Shad0wC0mpany2

4 жыл бұрын

Jenna R Ditto!

Sorry for not having faith in you Matt, you nailed it fam

@joshtorresfdu6621

5 жыл бұрын

Mikha'il Gonato I said the same thing bout tickets to see them and didn’t wanna give him a chance because I saw a live video and it didn’t sound that great but when I seen them in person he nailed it

@tyken144

5 жыл бұрын

same

@collinrichardson4557

5 жыл бұрын

He absolutely kills it live. Then goes straight to talk to fans. Great singer and a great dude.

@YukonCorneliusMJH

5 жыл бұрын

Who's Matt?

@YukonCorneliusMJH

5 жыл бұрын

Sorry. I have no idea what happened to Jonny Craig

Johnny's voice will be missed but this dude is great. Really keen to see where this band can go now with a new frontman.

@JR-90

5 жыл бұрын

Why did he leave the band? wtf?

@thecoolestloseruknow91

5 жыл бұрын

@@JR-90 he was kicked out. He's had a lot of history with drug addiction and he's been too much of a liability. He apparently left the rest of the band high and dry at an airport I believe and so that was kinda the last straw. They made the decision to continue without him. It's apparently not the first time Johnny has been excused from a band for his addiction, too.

@josephmac1537

5 жыл бұрын

TheCoolestLoser Uknow I’m really excited too!! I mean look at DGD and Emarosa, all those bands have managed to see great success with their new vocalists

@iancamacho8344

5 жыл бұрын

TheCoolestLoser Uknow nah, he checked into rehab with his ex Taylor and instead of supporting him the band openly treated him like shit and removed him from the tour. They felt left high and dry because he chose his well-being over a tour. There are literally Instagram comments of the band members saying terrible things about him.

@thecoolestloseruknow91

5 жыл бұрын

@@iancamacho8344 wow, actual? Well yeah I only mentioned what I heard/read so can't say for sure if it's totally accurate. Doesn't surprise me how some of the truth can get lost or spun out of context like that.

As a JC fan..it honestly upsets me how disrespectful folks are towards these guys for simply moving forward. This isn't a bad song in the slightest, I wish these guys nothing but success. Like the vocals too, tbh!

@ScarletSun

5 жыл бұрын

i dont dislike it either but a song without him feels wierd, he sounds dope too tho

@sublimedoll4066

5 жыл бұрын

This guy is terrible live.. people were laughing in the crowd when the switch happened..

@collinrichardson4557

5 жыл бұрын

@@sublimedoll4066 yea thats not true at all lol. I just saw them and he slayed.

@matt7878

5 жыл бұрын

@@sublimedoll4066 idk what concert you went to

@breakinglight9422

5 жыл бұрын

​@@sublimedoll4066 Just because your heroin dealer isn't fronting Slaves anymore, doesn't mean you should take it out on Matt.

The single version will forever be better than the album version. Love Matt’s vocals on here

@aidenpilot3119

2 жыл бұрын

Right??? They need to put this version back up on streaming services.

@joesizlack

2 жыл бұрын

1000%

@Altroburst

2 жыл бұрын

Who's the hell making decision to pull that one out?. this single version is tighter than the album version

@Bamaca_B58

3 ай бұрын

​@@AltroburstI usually have good ears, but the only difference I find is the synthesizer.

@justjoannak

Ай бұрын

Agreed!

I can still feel the 'SLAVES' vibes, and it is great

"Now I'm a Slave." Yes, you are, Matt!

It’s completely different seeing the name Slaves and not hearing Jonny’s voice, but this is still good and I’m open to the change.

@sarka555

5 жыл бұрын

Short For A Stormtrooper Big For Your Mom Thanks, pleb

@annetteroaden5598

5 жыл бұрын

I agree

@laurenc9458

4 жыл бұрын

It’s still good but Johnny made the band for me

@phant0m0th_

4 жыл бұрын

Honestly when I heard the song I hadn’t seen the video yet, but I already loved the song...So I had assumed it was Johnny for some dumb reason and then I saw the video....I really like Matt’s voice for this band and I can’t wait to see them perform.

@zacharyhayes96

4 жыл бұрын

Ask dance gavin dance and emarosa fans, they have experience losing JC.

Losing Jonny was the best thing that ever could have happened to Slaves.....their dynamic is so much more positive. Jonny is unstable....it's a known fact. He is better off having a solo career. Matt is AMAZING. His voice matches the signature Slaves sound better than Jonny's in my opinion. Johnny is a crooner......I think his voice is better suited elsewhere. Matt, welcome home. Love you guys and thank you so so much for continuing the journey.

Matt bloody killed this man, onwards and upwards lads!

Oh lord that chorus hit me in the chills

@JordanRA

4 жыл бұрын

This is probably one of my favorite songs ever lol. Check out Static Scream by Sever if you're interested in more chills!

@johnnyo7817

3 жыл бұрын

I know right, the part where Matt sings in a Alto tone I was like "oh hell yes!!!" 😀👍👍

How many chances is Johnny gonna get? Enough is enough. Had his chance and now other people deserve to be in that spot. Nice work Slaves! Keep going!

@HNMcGuire11

4 жыл бұрын

Actually now that I've put alot of thought into it, that was a rude comment of me. I can't understand Johnny's position. I just see frequently that hes in awesome bands (or makes mediocre bands awesome) and is constantly parting ways due to drugs and bad behavior. I feel bad for him if addiction is throwing his opportunities away. As an always Johnny Craig fan, I hope he gets the helps he needs. At the same time, Slaves is still fantastic and I hope they blow the scene up

@Chuckhock

4 жыл бұрын

@@HNMcGuire11 As someone who has gone through some things in life, i feel it would be nearly impossible for someone like him to improve given his environment, i really doubt his members care as much as they show, you must remember this is a business. He doesnt get the help he needs, theres just no way! There no room for him to breathe i imagine. Nobody will know tho! Music is expression and we are hear to listen to and relate. The reason i admire Johnny is his persistence given how horrible his life probably is. We as humans get stuck in cycles seeing as its the only we live. He still does what he loves no matter what, that is enough for me to respect him. Learn to accept and understand. We all have too someday or die regretting it.

@bigbo672

4 жыл бұрын

Chuckhock plenty of people with shittier lives and environment but don’t turn to drugs.. instead they keep fighting to make it better. No excuse for using or what he’s doing.

@Chuckhock

4 жыл бұрын

@@bigbo672 Your statement is ignorant. You honestly just saw something positive and just said something negative, saying theres no excuse for how someones brain reacts to trauma.

@bigbo672

4 жыл бұрын

Chuckhock I’m saying the way he has reacted to it is beyond the line of what’s OK. as I said no excuses for his behavior. I personally have dealt with a shit life but I didn’t let it drag me down or others around me the way he did. Countless others react to it in a non-shit way unlike him. It’s one thing to do that shit to yourself but to drag his exgf down with him. Absolute shit. No sympathy from me.

I walked home the day i quit my job and had this song on repeat. It started rainin and all and this song just fit what i was feeling on that long walk home.

idk what it is with this band. they are utterly insane. before this album they were pumping out pure bangers one after the other, then they loose their singer who is probably THE best in the industry minus the obvious personal issues, and then they literally........ pump out even more bangers with someone who is quite possibly arguably better then the previous dude. this band is insane.

@justjoannak

Ай бұрын

I wasn't expecting the direction your comment went in but I'm here for it

Slaves keeps breaking. I love jonny Craig but this new singer is amazing

@andersonschmitz1571

5 жыл бұрын

@@mikemeadows9045 because they dont wanna '-'

@ryuiti9886

5 жыл бұрын

I don't even know why this question

@klutzkeebs

5 жыл бұрын

@@ryuiti9886 cuz dumbass people trynna start shit

@pentiindriyantisanusi5558

5 жыл бұрын

I am from indonesia ,i like jonny but i also like your new song 😔

@ryuiti9886

5 жыл бұрын

@@klutzkeebs Exact

I'm an OG JC fan. I have that mans lyrics tattooed on me in several different places, and can still say I'm loving this shit. They did great getting this guy in!

@ThiVids

5 жыл бұрын

Props man, that's a good attitude you have there.

@habsc8147

5 жыл бұрын

you have a rapist junkys lyrics tattoo'd on you...

@piercemyafflictedhorizon

5 жыл бұрын

@@habsc8147 such a weak attack for literally zero reason. Grow up. Hope you never go through anything difficult like drug addiction in your life. Not an easy thing to experience, let alone when its publicized 🙄

@xoJezzyBellyxo

4 жыл бұрын

I just put a down payment on a tattoo that I'm getting of Johnny singing 😅 I've been listing to Johnny for a good 13 years give or take.

@naviixfaarie5835

4 жыл бұрын

I'm curious as to what you have tattooed on you. I'm a huge fan, and sooo many of his lyrics spoke to me also.

This sounds way better than the version they have on Spotify for some reason

This version is mixed so much better than the Spotify version. I want to meet the members of the band just to tell them this.

@drbdystz437

2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU

@ZilverBack

Жыл бұрын

I 100% agree with this. They did have this version on Spotify then they switched it. You can hear the guitars so much more clear

@GetAsCloseAsYouCan

Жыл бұрын

Also, they can call themselves Wack Owl City all they want; this a Slaves song and with that name I’ll never listen to them again; especially without JC.

@ROADKING97_

Жыл бұрын

YO YES IVE BEEN THINKING THIS FOR SO LONG

Huge Matt McAndrew fan since I saw him sing "A Thousand Years" for his Blind Audition! He is one of the most talented musicians ever! Some of the songs he covered I never liked until he sang them... Truly an awesome musician!!! You rock, Matt!!!! 🎶🎸☑️

Such energy! Can't get enough. Matt drove this home.

This song hits right in my chest because my younger brother is struggling with his addiction and i know that he’s gonna win in some time, but in the mean time the darkness is around him... i’m your brother, and we’re gonna win this fight, thanks Slaves

Won me over at the pre-chorus! What a killer melody and amazing production, especially those panoramic delay guitar textures. Very immersive and wonderful

@RamonaMariaa

5 жыл бұрын

You couldn't explain it better 👌🏼

I absolutely loved matt mcandrews on the voice. this is the style i knew he would be good in and im sooo happy for him!

@NealBones

5 жыл бұрын

On the voice is now my new favorite term 😂

Wow the sound of someone who doesn't abuse women. Clear as a bell.

@sabastianwatson4920

4 жыл бұрын

Dont even know him personally just saying

@James-my9jt

4 жыл бұрын

So fucking true.

@sonofskaar5729

4 жыл бұрын

Fuck her

@fivemillionthreehundredeig5696

4 жыл бұрын

If you're referring to the girl that was/is his girlfriend I would like to mention how she treats animals terribly. I mean, not justifying abuse on anyone but I'm not going to have sympathy because of what she's done to animals.

@sujanbista5117

4 жыл бұрын

Yes jonny gets lot of pass because he is a singer i dont like it and he never seems to learn his lesson.

losing JC is obviously a heavy blow for anyone, but I gotta say I am digging the new vox. As a vocal teacher myself, this guy 100% has the chops. This absolutely works for this band.

@justjoannak

Ай бұрын

To be fair, he was a music teacher over 10 years ago so that's probably why

I can't believe I'm just finding out that he was on the Voice! Matt was amazing on there and one of the greatest contestants from the show! It's a blessing how he's in one of my favorite bands right now.. From this song alone I know he's gonna be a great lead singer for Slaves!

seen matt from the voice when it aired and man im glad to see him back like this

From auditioning for The Voice to becoming the lead singer for Slaves. Matt is going places!

Its like a metal boy band. I like it.

The departure of JC I think has made me realise I like his voice but not his actual melodies. How? Because it's like I couldnt get into the every band he was in until he left haha

There are very few bands that change the lead singer that still keep up the original integrity. Three Days Grace, Sick Puppies and Asking Alexandria, for me, are among the bands that I still love despite the change. And now, I'm adding you guys to that list. Johnny is an incomparable vocalist and I didn't think that I would still love you guys. But Matt is clearly one of the few who can make it his own without compromising what the rest of his new bandmates have put into their work. This song is amazing and honestly one of my favorites now. Slaves made a great choice in their decision to move forward.

Matt has proven himself to be above and beyond what they need in a singer. He also puts on an amazing show and a super nice guy. Counting down the days til I can see these guys again!

Man the hook on this song "HOOKED" me lol "And at night I beg myself to put this all to rest/ While I wrestle with these demons pressing on my chest" super catchy, super 🔥 🔥

I love Jonny's voice but damn Matt,you nailed it.

I've followed Matt forever. Loved him on The Voice and I always hoped he'd end up doing something awesome. I was fuckin stoaked when I heard he was fronthing slaves. Absolutely killed it

I can't put this song off repeat... Can't wait for more.

this song had me in a CHOKEHOLD three years ago 😭

Props to Matt for keeping the same Slaves feel with the vocals!

@joshg1529

5 жыл бұрын

David that metal dude I feel like it's different enough that's it's nice but not too different from when JC was in the band.

Honestly, I dig this singer a lot more! Stoked to hear what else you guys do.

Seriously the most underrated band there is right now.

Whatever Jonny touches is fantastic, but when he parts, it turns into a masterpiece.

Why did they take the Single version off spotify? :( it is mixed slightly different and sounds better IMO

Matt killed this track! Cant wait to hear more! Smash that replay button!!!! 🔥❤🔥

There's no way this is the same dorky Matt from the voice with the little circle glasses and curly hair... He want from zero to a hero

@justjoannak

Ай бұрын

I'm watching S7 for the first time (didn't watch it when it aired but decided to now for nostalgia reasons) and it gives me whiplash seeing how he looks now compared to 10 years ago

This is 1,000x better than the album version!

I miss Jonny Craig but I’m not going to lie this Matt can sing!!!!!!!! Love this song!!!

@khoahuynh9315

5 жыл бұрын

if you've watched The voice season 7, this guy blow!!!

has anyone notified the spotify version doesn't sound nearly as good as this one????? it used to be the same but they changed it and it pisses me the fuck off!!!!!

Slaves is still killing it. Will always miss JC in the band though. This was my favorite band he was ever a part of. Looking forward to the full album!

Johnny has a great voice but Matt has taken this incredible band to new, positive levels and they’re only going to keep going up. Matt’s voice is unparalleled to me because you can really FEEL and hear the passion with every word, every note. He’s not just singing, it’s much more to him than that and that’s art. That’s what draws people in. ❤️

The original mix on this video and the single is much better than the album version.

I've watched this at least 100 times, Matt you've filled those shoes left behind by Johnny and more. This was incredible, I can't wait to see more from you and this band.

He’s so much better. Holy shit.

A new chapter guys. I like it, and I support it.

Matt killed this song! Such an awesome song!

That feeling when you're so satisfied Slaves picked up this guy after JC leaving....wow.

God, I can't take off this of my head... This song is too nice that my repeat button is now broken.... Hahaha. Such a nice song and a wonderful band. Keep rocking guys 🤟

@JordanRA

4 жыл бұрын

This is one of my favorite songs EVER. Legit top 5 easily

So much dam talent!!! Love his vocals and the way he emotes. Drummer is freaking sick AF

I couldn't think of any better way to debut their new lead singer than with this song. Way to shake the ground 💯👍

1:20 these vocals get me crying

Matt killed this!

CANT WAIT NEW ALBUM

This version is way better than the updated Spotify version….idk why bands do that

Wow, this is fire.

I'm sad about Johnny but Matt's voice is really great 😍 I love this song and I'm excited for more!

I had no idea Craig was gone.. This new kid has that dog in him though.. Here for it 💙💙💪💪

My travel to get here is interesting and a bit winding. So I had the song Blower's Daughter in my head from one of my fave movies Closer. I forgot the meaning of it so while looking it up the Bio said Matt McAndrew did a cover on The Voice. I checked it out....CHILLS to the max! So checked out Matt's bio and that led me to Slaves. Very excited to have found this band!!!

Matt killed this Really stoked that you made it your own but kept the slaves vibe. This bands going to take off like DGD & Emarosa now 😂 Stoked to hear more.

@tableauxofficial7895

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah basically johnny starts bands and then gets kicked out of em .. Didnt you know. That or he just cold hard up and leaves em

@bradshawwwwwwww21

5 жыл бұрын

I'd love to see them tour with Dance gavin dance but im excited to hear the rest of the mew songs but this was awesome

@arealzero85

4 жыл бұрын

Could start a tour...THE WE DONT NEED JC TOUR Featuring Dance Gavin Dance, Slaves & Emarosa

@dadanddaughterbusby1726

4 жыл бұрын

Whoa whoa, there. Like DGD? They are good.....but nowhere near that level, sir.

@zionpineda5422

4 жыл бұрын

@@arealzero85 lol dude. Nice one!

Phenomenal new vocalist. Can't wait for the new album

I heard three seconds of this, immediately stopped it and and went to download it. SO good!

I 'm going to miss jonny, always in my heart i hope he had all the support in this time of issues. Matt mcandrew it is a pleasure hear you in this song!

Your voice is extremely pleasant. Been binge watching your music videos. In love!!

Matt killed it with this song. He such a good replacement, but I cant help but imagine how much better it would be with jonnys voice. There is just very few singers out there of his caliber

I miss Johnny Craig and will always be a fan but as a person he unfortunately still has to wrestle so many demons and the band saw that. On the other hand, Matt I’ve loved seeing you on the voice and now finding you become the lead singer in one of my favorite bands, yeah I can totally live with that. Straight raw talent!!

Johnny's voice is literally they only reason I started listening to slaves, then I found out he wasnt In the band anymore I was scared but Matt's good. Still gonna miss johnny.

Honestly, Matt did an amazing job and im super thrilled to see what new content they produce for us. I do think it's kind of ironic that Jonny was kicked out due to a drug issue and then the first song they drop without him, is about drugs. Either way, kick ass track and i'll definitely be keeping up!

@tonixfay

5 жыл бұрын

They're using this song and the merch that came along with it as a way to raise money to help those who struggle with substance abuse. They could've shit all over Jonny but they're rising above the petty bullshit to do some good, and I think that's awesome. It is super ironic haha

@tonixfay

5 жыл бұрын

Jonny wasn’t kicked out because of a drug issue. He was kicked out because he, once again, chose drugs over his band and left the band without a vocalist less than an hour before a month long UK tour. I don’t blame them for letting Jonny go.

@onyxmagnum5762

5 жыл бұрын

@@tonixfay That would be a drug issue dude.

Another band that’s better after a JC departure! Matt Killed it.

@ivanortega4534

4 жыл бұрын

Lol idk know about better

@justjoannak

Ай бұрын

Agreed

I just found out that Matt joined them! Damn, I love this dude. I'm from Germany and I followed his journey through the voice years ago. I love seeing and hearing him again - especially in such a nice band. Really excited for the future :)

Matt is the most refreshing thing to happen to this band. Love the 2 new tracks.

Oh, he is perfect for Slaves! 😍 Loving this!

YEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSS SING

Now that ive heared all the album i can officially come back to this song and say it is crowned the kind of "To better days", i have great memories with "heavier", it hit home when i was in a rough place, thank you all so much for the great music, and Matt Mcandrew for being such an amazing friend ❤

@spitz5183

4 жыл бұрын

Hey, have you noticed that “Heavier” on the album sounds different to the single version of the track they released back in 2019? It’s almost like they re-recorded it for the album release.

@ChreeDawg

4 жыл бұрын

@@spitz5183 yes i have, i like the single version better, its so much darker

@spitz5183

4 жыл бұрын

ChreeGaming Same. Both version are good, though I prefer the single version. I don’t know why decided to re-record the song for the album release. Strange.

I've followed johnny craig from band to band for years and still believe hes one of the best singers ever. That being said, I really enjoy this new sound. Matt is a great singer and I look forward to seeing more of slaves.

Amazing! This has become my favorite Slaves song already...

Def sticking around after JC's departure. Matt's a diamond. Keep rocking Slaves. I dig this. 🤘🏻

Matt is a beast! So good

Heard this song on octane and immediately thought this was the best rock song I have heard in a year. This song should be nominated on the biggest stages for rock song of the year. After hearing it now several times I realize it is about addiction. I am 7 months clean from many years of morphine and fentynal abuse so I am well aware I am one of the lucky ones. The song is great on every level...

My actual reaction was verbally going, "holy fuck", through the majority of this video. Incredible.

Reminds me of Too Close To Touch, I'm really digging Matt's vocals.

So cool seeing Matt from the Voice now part of this band. Wish them all the best.

I can definitely get behind this being a fan of JC’s for so long, can’t wait to hear the rest of the album

It's still Slaves, thank god. Keep makin amazing music guys. Maybe someday you'll do a feature with johny. We all know it worked for killswitch engage.

@jasonlovesmusicreacting882

5 жыл бұрын

I feel like Dance Gavin Dance could pull off a JC feature.

@ianh2527

5 жыл бұрын

@@jasonlovesmusicreacting882 and emarosa lol

@jasonlovesmusicreacting882

5 жыл бұрын

@@ianh2527 Not into the new Emarosa album but if Jonny was back for good then I'd be interested lol.

@ianh2527

5 жыл бұрын

@@jasonlovesmusicreacting882 it was a joke bro, i know jonny hates emarosa lol

@mtril123456

5 жыл бұрын

Worked for Killswitch what do you mean? As far as I know Howard/Jesse/Adam are all on good terms and when they left etc it wasnt cuz of drug use and bad terms 😂 thts why u saw both Jesse and Howard on a show

Anyone notice the Spotify album version of this song changed a lot?

@Jasputt

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah i like this version much better. The Spotify version sounds a bit «off» compared to this imo. Its annoying because its such an amazing song.

@Paladin19457

3 жыл бұрын

@@Jasputt I think they mostly changed the mixing. Matt's voice is a lot stronger as well as some of the background, but the bass overpowers most of the song on Spotify.

@ashtynfriday8385

3 жыл бұрын

I'm seriously hoping they don't change this one

The vocals, wow!

I believe this song is a perspective to Jonny Craig having a hard time being an addict. I'm glad he's clean

a bop

Does anyone else get chills cause of the chorus or is it just me 🔥😳

Matt's voice brings a new vibe to Slaves and damn good

Anyone notice this is a different mix then the album version? I prefer this mix.