We are going on tour in Australia, New Zealand and Japan next year! Get tickets here: www.thedarknesslive.com/tour-dates/

@markwalker2627

8 ай бұрын

Can we get Rick Astley on drums too 😂

@HungryHumbucker

8 ай бұрын

What about South Africa???

@getawayhs2856

8 ай бұрын

I might come if you promise Ed won't be appearing.

@squidious1662

8 ай бұрын

Canada eh?

@ewan_GTO

8 ай бұрын

The Darkness, featuring the Ginger Hobbit! Have to say, not a terrible combo😂😂 they looked like they had fun, so did the crowd, so did I, watching this. Nothing more to say, 10/10, job done!! Love to all xxx

The Darkness is pure fun. It's visibly clear how much fun these guys have playing rock'n'roll!

@richardervins

8 ай бұрын

Oh, yeah? 😁 Who doesn‘t like performing in front of a full house, cool gear, lovely ladies and expensive hotels?

@leonskum.5682

8 ай бұрын

Long live rock and roll!!!

@leesloan8216

8 ай бұрын

they are one of the best bands I've seen live ever, and I've seen quite a few!

@darrenburns16

8 ай бұрын

I missed them in Glasgow last week, gutted. Would love to see them live, like you say, pure fun, and that's what it is all about.

@babyboyz100

8 ай бұрын

Yes saw them live in June they are amazing ❤

Not really a Sheeran fan, but there's something about seeing this guy who's clearly a huge fan of The Darkness looking like a child on Christmas morning this whole video that warms my heart.

@MidlifeVices77

Ай бұрын

I only tend to like Sheeran when he does stuff like this.

Gotta be straight, I am NOT a Sheeran fan. I don't necessarily dislike him, I can just take it or leave it. But this was not about Ed's cookie cutter lyrics and song writing. This was a bunch of musicians having a good time on stage. How can you not be a fan of that?

@xrp589baby

Ай бұрын

on the contrary...when you see Ed Sheeran contrasted with the Drakness it highlights his mediocreness even more.

@simonchesterfield7517

9 күн бұрын

Spot on

French here. To our British neighbours, thank you for all the wonderful rock, metal, and pop groups that came from your country. You are the world's official brilliant music factory.

@ladylyonteeth3952

3 ай бұрын

I love this! And, I don’t like anything. ❤

@jmtproductions3650

3 ай бұрын

Scouser here 👋🏻 you are welcome for the Beatles, nothing makes me prouder that our city produced the best band the world has ever seen!

@simondavis2116

Ай бұрын

Mangetout Mangetout!

@MidlifeVices77

Ай бұрын

Merci!

@makeyourself1988

Күн бұрын

Je t’en prie 😂

Honestly... I am constantly shocked at how incredible Justin always sounds. What a freaking voice!

@braca977

8 ай бұрын

Solid on guitar, also !

@jonathanross556

7 ай бұрын

Saw him and the Darkness live back in 2010 I believe. I couldn’t believe how they sounded EXACTLY like the studio recording. Justin’s voice is impeccably on point.

@anneominous7172

7 ай бұрын

For such a high vocal focal point of a vocal range (see what I did? Did ya see it?) it's actually genuinely bemusing how immaculately his voice has held up.

We all know the Darkness can rock but Ed was loving it, nice to see a mutual appreciation.

I love it when bands bring a fan on stage and make dreams come true 👍 ✨️ 😊

The Darkness has the power to make me enjoy Ed Sheeran. They are mighty indeed.

@user-zk4hc5wv9b

6 ай бұрын

That's exactly what i thought.

@cmcc3721

5 ай бұрын

The scales of power are strong but i don't know if they are THAT strong.

@synchronicity1470

5 ай бұрын

Mr Sheeran showed he's got Rock running through his veins. 🤘🤘

Eds got great taste. The band are impeccable live as always. Dan's solos, Justin's vocals and Frankie and Rufus' groove. Gutted I missed this one. Next anniversary guys 👍

@DaveDuncanMusic

8 ай бұрын

Justins solos are even better!!

@grogu1986

8 ай бұрын

Totally agree man, can’t believe I missed this 😢

The Darkness deserves much more subscribers than 100k. I wish people could realize like I did that they're not some joke band, and they have a catalogue filled with fantastic songs. Twenty years ago I remember seeing the music video for I believe in a thing called love, and immediately went out and bought the CD after hearing their other hit, growing on me. Justin Hawkins rides again is a great channel too. I don't know what more you could want from a band. They do heavy and soft songs equally, have some of the coolest guitar solos, have great music videos, play great live, and are genuinely good people. Here's to 2024 being the year of The Darkness.

@ZuzuTheLemon

7 ай бұрын

❤

@simonhillancocacola

7 ай бұрын

Agreed permission to land is so good and I got to meet Rufus taylor in Liverpool last time they played 😊

@SupermanNew52

7 ай бұрын

@@simonhillancocacola That's awesome, Happy Holidays to you and everyone else that can see this.

@nicholasgarnett1767

7 ай бұрын

Word ✌️🌞

@SupermanNew52

7 ай бұрын

@@nicholasgarnett1767 :)

The collab we never expected… but wow 😍

@markwalker2627

8 ай бұрын

Just needs Rick Astley on drums.....

Just absolutely brilliant. You can tell how much Ed enjoyed the experience!

@honeybadger9425

8 ай бұрын

Ed a rocker at heart I think, I heard him talk about the music he listened to growing up, was a lot heavier than one would expect given what he dose himself

@bobcaygeon4533

8 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. No pressure, just have fun. It’s rock and roll. Throw away the polish and go for it.

@Chris_Nouvelli

8 ай бұрын

I saw a video (I think at NAMM) where he was talking about Nuno being his favourite player then busted out some pure shred on a superstrat.

@markob53

8 ай бұрын

​@@honeybadger9425 I think he just loves music, it's well documented he loves Hip-Hop too, even has an album full of Hip-Hop features. Seems like a really down to earth, likeable guy.

@TMCv2

7 ай бұрын

​@@markob53 fully agree, seems like he gets a lot of unwarranted hate just because he's popular. I saw him play a free gig in Camden before be became super popular. He did 3 back to back mini shows as there were so many people and when the venue kicked him out, he took to car park to play some more for the people that couldn't get in!

Great performance by all. It was extremely generous of The Darkness to allow this little fellow from the audience to have his moment in the sun. “Soaking up the moment” as Mr. Frankie Poullain might say.

@jonathanharvey2156

8 ай бұрын

You know what? I love all the jabs at Ed being “some guy from the crowd”

@glinteastwood

8 ай бұрын

@@jonathanharvey2156 In my case, it was more of a setup for my reference to an amusing conversation between Justin and Pat Finnerty about something Frankie once said to Pat on stage during his guest appearance with The Darkness.

@nealm6764

7 ай бұрын

To let some local special needs kid come up and have this moment was awesome!!!!

This is every musicians dream jam. I could feel Ed's overwhelming happiness while jamming with these guys on stage and I feel so jelous of him 🥲🥹❤️

The darkness is one of the best things to happen to the UK music scene in the last 20+ years. Crack on lads x

@nicholasgarnett1767

7 ай бұрын

Yup ! ☝️

Rufus on drums! A worthy son of his legendary father!😎🥁👑

Very lucky to witness this live. It was a fantastic night

@petermacallan4645

8 ай бұрын

Where was it?

@timruss3555

8 ай бұрын

@@petermacallan4645 At the Roundhouse in Camden

Great collaboration. Ed looks so happy, good for him!

@getawayhs2856

8 ай бұрын

Of course he looks happy. His rightful place is the cheese counter at Tesco. He cannot believe his luck.

@patgreen6902

6 ай бұрын

🤣

Man, that drumsound is pure rock! Go Tiger! And Dan's swagger reminds of late great Steve Clark❤

@cindyleej2350

2 ай бұрын

My thoughts exactly! ❤

A few things… Justin’s solo towards the end is amazing, as his solo’s have always been (he’s even fret-tapping for a few seconds!), Ed playing electric guitar is absolutely ace, and also let’s just appreciate how good the sound mix is on this, the drums in particular are so full and punchy, it’s EPIC! Also possibly the only time we will ever hear Ed sing Falsetto…

@squidcaps4308

7 ай бұрын

2nd guitar is a tad too high most of the time, that is the only little flub i noticed. Got to ride those faders to the end of the gig, man...

Ed shows the same joy I would of I were on stage with The Darkness.

Didn't know Ed is a fan of The Darkness. Great to see both of them having fun on stage.

@theexerciseedit3147

8 ай бұрын

Ed also performed a song with Bring Me The Horizon. Even better than this one IMO.

@Svenzki

Ай бұрын

​@@theexerciseedit3147 nope. I've seen that one but still, Ed's emotion and feelings are different in this jam. you can feel his overwhelming happiness like a child who got his first gift on christmas eve and it's very touching...

Ed Sheeran and the Darkness, I have died and this is heaven fucking with me. There is no greater combination, GOD please forgive me and Justin!!!

I saw these guys 3 times in Ireland. twice during their rise to fame. Then when they disappeared for a few yearsand then started playing smaller venues. Last gig i saw them the Olympia Theatre Dublin. Still one of the best concerts ive ever seen. And ive seen everyone from foo fighters, Green Day, Audio Slave, BonJovi , etc etc etc .. Never disappoint these guys. Way better than the shite that is out today thats for sure.

Nice of The Darkness to let young aspiring musicians join them. Not sure who this Edward fellow is, but I'm sure he can amount to a humble music career at some point in his life if he works hard at it.

@jonathanharvey2156

8 ай бұрын

I hope you’re joking!! 😂😂

@freddiekay

8 ай бұрын

No, I'm serious. If this Edward fella really works at it, maybe he will even get on the radio one day.@@jonathanharvey2156

Ha, Darkness. My daughter got me onto them many years ago. All I said when she first introduced them was 'who's the cool dude wearing a Lizzy t and why does the singer sing, like he's got one of his knackers caught in a rabbit trap'?. Just shows how big an idiot I am. I've since bought all their albums and seen them on their last 3 tours downunder. Best 'old styled' rock band around IMO. Go see them, you won't be disappointed. Cheers PS................seeing a Lizzy shirt 'warms my heart'

Jeeze Louise.... you can feel the power of Justin's voice versus Eds when he lets rip, I love this song and love Justin's voice, its so unique.

never seen Ed playing an electric guitar. This video is really something I have definitely not expected to find. Thumbs up for Ed Sheeran, tremendous artist!

Ed looks like he has so much fun. Like a child on a playground 😊❤️

I hope theres a love dvd of this 20 year Anniversary be a shame not to do one. Nottingham rock city the first night was incredible ❤

I think The Darkness is going to resurect hard rock!!!...When are you coming to the States

This was magnificent, clearly enjoying their guest, Ed Sheeran, Rufus ‘Tiger’ Taylor on the drums and rock & roll royalty behind the scenes with Rodger Taylor at the show! Pure joy!

@daveg4236

8 ай бұрын

I was wondering if Rufus was on the kit. Thank you

@greenogre22

8 ай бұрын

adam lambert stands next to roger behind the scenes.

@rob-c.

7 ай бұрын

Tiger doesn’t require the speech marks 🙂

Legendary band, Legendary song, Legendary Ed Sheeran.

HOLY SHIT HE DOES THE SECOND GUITAR SOLO WITH THE TAPPING FLAWLESSLY LIVE?! The Darkness are rock. That's a fact. They just are pure rock

i will fight anyone that says the outro solo isnt one of the greatest of the 21st century

I’m loving this resurgence of The Darkness going down, such a great band!

That was a true rock performance. This Ed fella did quite well. Maybe have him on again?

@philrichards7240

8 ай бұрын

I dunno. He's ok, but I can't see him having a solo career.

@Biking360

8 ай бұрын

The ginger lad could go far :)

Fuck I forgot how much I love Dans soloing in this song, such a banger of a tune. Potentially my fav Darkness track 🤔

I’m always surprised by how good they are ❤

@darrenburns16

8 ай бұрын

I forget sometimes, started watching Justin's KZread channel, Hawkins rides again ... So so funny.

Ed Sheeran is like a little guy seeing one of his dreams coming true. Amazing!

At the risk of droning on, I'm very very old, the first concert I was at was Queen in 1978. Since then I've been to hundreds and I've seen pretty much every rock band worth seeing, AC/DC, maiden, Zeppelin, Sabbath, Van Halen, Priest, Aerosmith etc etc on and on... all of them. It constantly amazes me that The Darkness, after their initial fame, have dropped off most peoples' radar, because they are without doubt one of the very best rock n roll groups, ever. Sad to think that people won't realise this until after they've eventually split up. The Darkness are sheer class. Thanks guys, you even make Ed Sheeran cool 😎

The guys are just absolutely impeccable live. True musicians

Incredible vocal harmonies!!! You guys fuckin rock what a tune.... what a band. Your the reason i picked up the guitar!! Never looked back. Thankyou The Darkness!!

This is so cool...and one of my favorite The Darkness songs. Top notch, gents!

Love or hate Ed Sheeran, you gotta respect the guy for doing these musical ventures. Would be legendary if this song hits the charts again because of this.

No matter what you write. Every guitar player wants to be in a good old rock band and just kick ass with a Paul into a Marshall. It’s just how it is. Playing rock no matter how simple it may seem is just one of those things not everyone can do no matter how talented one way or another they are. It’s a gift. Ed looks like he’s having the most fun on stage he’s ever had. The darkness rules. Such a kick ass band

What a fun performance! Nothing's better than seeing a band enjoy themselves this much while playing their music. Keep on rocking boys, cheers!

Check out their acoustic backstage jam of this, its a must!

Ed Sheeran looks as comfortable with an electric guitar in his hands as a guy does on his first ever date

Ed can play with anybody. He is a real talent and appreciates all music.

I’ve watched this at least 3 times a day for the last week leading into Xmas. You’d think Ed’s been playing with them for years. This is soo tight. The way they let each other take the lead but always come back together is amazing. Rufus running the show from the first hit and Justin’s out of this world harmony. Thanks guys for being the soundtrack of my Xmas 2023

@jonathanharvey2156

7 ай бұрын

Right there with you on playing this several times a day for the last few weeks, it has never sounded better! Justin’s solo at the end is priceless!

I've been a fan of the Darkness since the day this first album dropped, and this song has never sounded better!

@jonathanharvey2156

7 ай бұрын

YES! I keep forcing myself not to burst into tears, it’s probably a mixture of nostalgia and I don’t know what else, they soundtracked my childhood with this album, and this HAS never sounded better!

Just because it's that time of year, Christmas Time (Don't Let the Bells End) is the best Christmas song ever.

@synchronicity1470

6 ай бұрын

it is epic! 🎄🎄🔔🎄🎄

@synchronicity1470

6 ай бұрын

hope you've seen the new thing they did for BBC Radio - of that song.

This is the real perk of being famous. Gives you the opportunity to perform with rock royalty like the darkness!!

You guys sound awesome together

I love the Darkness and Ed but who the bloody he'll mixed this!!!! It's like a vocal and guitar solo all the way through. Have a word. Awesome colab though 👌

Petition for Ed to join The Darkness as a full member, it has to happen, or at the very least bring him out as a guest on this every time it’s played live!

East Anglain supergroup!! The McBusted of the 2020s

Bar none one of the best live bands. Saw them in Sacramento California on the latest tour and they were phenomenal. Darkness fan 🤟 for life. Go see this band whenever they are anywhere near you. You'll love the experience.

@sharonpothecary6200

8 ай бұрын

Agreed.....they give their all...❤

You know a band is kicking ass when they finish their songs with big smiles on their faces haha

Fucking HELL, I am OBSESSED with this right now, Justin still has it, even after all these years, and Ed’s up there just having the time of his life! I’d usually have a lot of scepticism for bands from my childhood reforming, but not for these guys, they’ve still got it!

For about four minutes Ed Sheeran got to be a Rocker. Well done, all. A Yank

The Darkness is One of My All Time Favorite Bands Because They Know How to Enjoy Themselves and Have Fun On and Off Stage. Their Just Enjoying Their Lives To The Fullest!! 👍🏾👍🏾

The little guy that won the competition to play with them must have had a blast! He did ok as well 👍

That's the only time i would allow myself to listen to Ed Sheeran

@400_billion_suns

8 ай бұрын

Ed is a phenomenal musician. Many of the people who don’t like him only know of his radio hits, but his catalog is a lot more varied.

@O-M-A-D

8 ай бұрын

@@400_billion_suns Okay.. Name me a good song of his that's more obscure

@400_billion_suns

8 ай бұрын

@@O-M-A-D That’s tough without knowing what kind of music you’re into. He has spanned many genres over the years. But there’s a reason he is so respected by numerous other artists, from Eminem to Elton John to The Darkness to Beyonce and Taylor Swift. I have no idea if you’ll like it, but this video is a lot more reflective of his abilities and roots as an artist. Keep in mind that everything you hear in this is just him, his voice, and a loop pedal, created on the spot. No band, no backing tracks. kzread.info/dash/bejne/p5Ntxdazitqalbg.htmlsi=ZPDruczYxXhB9bJd

Certified banger!!!

The Darkness are still to this day one of the best bands I’ve ever seen play live - and I’ve seen some fucking belters.

Ah you do spoil us! Thank you gentlemen (and Jenny for filming) ❤

Get Ed in the band asap. The band already with the greatest guitar attack combined with an Ed/Justin vocal attack would be unstoppable.

Love is only a Sheeran ❤

Saw them a few months ago at Terminal 5 in NYC. What a blast. They really put on a full show. Rock and Roll turned to 11 with some humor mixed in. Only knew a few tunes going in but it didn’t matter. I was thoroughly entertained.

Omg yes!!! And Roger’s boy smashing those drums! 😊😊😊🥳🥳🥳🥳

3:15 Roger Taylor & Adam Lambert just casually chilling backstage too

can't deny the fun and professionalism

Great video!!!👏👏👏👏👏 And timeless masterpiece!❤🎸

This is great The Darkness with Ed Sheeran. I love the blending of Justins and Eds voices.

Dang Justin! Lookin ripped too. Good to see everyone having a good rockin' time!

Please release this as a live single. Please!!!!

@Savagefred

8 ай бұрын

Out of curiosity, why request this? Isn't just watching the video accomplishing the same thing?

@Nick.Webster

8 ай бұрын

@@Savagefred I can’t buy watching it again to listen to whenever I want and watching it again doesn’t get you into the charts

@Savagefred

8 ай бұрын

@Nick.Webster who buys albums? Don't you stream? KZread music will find KZread videos, and play them for you anytime. There is also software to extract the audio from KZread videos for free. And neither one of these chaps need any "help in the charts" lol

@ollidix4090

8 ай бұрын

@@Savagefred loads of people buy albums! Streaming pays artists an absolute pittance compared to actual sales (especially KZread music, that one’s the bottom of an already pretty terrible barrel) and wanting to support someone for their art is just a great thing for all involved :)

@Nick.Webster

8 ай бұрын

@@Savagefred I still buy albums as streaming gives the artist much less money. I believe everyone should pay for creative services.

Literally crying watching this. Can’t even explain. So much love for this band and watching Ed jam with them. I’m an emotional wreck right now 🤣 Wtf!

@jonathanharvey2156

8 ай бұрын

Same, I managed to hold myself together though, almost didn’t when Justin ripped a massive power chord! These guys soundtracked my childhood and I have so much love and respect for them!

Even if you like me dont like eds music you cannot deny that he is an outstanding musician and especial to fit in with the talent of the darkness this video jsut show how talented all of theese musicians realy are

Always liked Ed - I adopted Suffolk as my home 10 or so years ago and he appears to stick close to his roots. And then I learned that his favourite guitar player is Nuno! And then rocks on stage with The Darkness. What’s not to love there.

East Anglian boys sticking together!!

I was taken to see deaf leopard back in 2003 and the darkness supported them. I was not quite sure what I was seeing at the time as it was bonkers rock but grew to love it

Dan is amazing

@synchronicity1470

6 ай бұрын

yes! Dan is EVERYTHING and doesn't get nearly enough love.

It's fun when artists actually just have fun having fun. Imagine if Ed just went onto a fn ripper of a solo with an electric in his hands...peoples brains would melt. Music snobs would declare him a sell out. It would have been a laugh.

That was bad ass! He seems like a genuine fan. He was having fun up there!

It was so good. I think it's fair to say that the crowd was slightly skeptical when he walked out as the support but by the end of it everyone was totally on board. He was so obviously a proper fan of The Darkness and it was a joy to see him having so much fun.

😳😮Oh.. My... God.... I have never seen so much awesomeness at onr time. That completely blew my mind. You know it's good when a rock song brings you to tears for no reason other than how amazing it is.

Best Damn Overlooked Band in History!

Saw them in Wolverhampton, utterly, utterly brilliant. So much fun, and one of the best gigs I've ever been to.

I just smiled for 4 minutes and 32 seconds. I love music, and it show's these guys do too.

Last year I saw the darkness live for the first time as the support for a band I have seen 4 times before... They on that night were the better band and made the night for me. Been following Justin's KZread rides again since. Legend. Gutted not to get tickets for this recent tour. Hoping for many more.

New album notice appeared a few days ago. Can't wait to see them live.

One of the best songs ever written

Just popped by out of interest and boy! The energy, spirit and pure magic of this track! It's as fresh and original today as when first released. Got a real buzz - shame I couldn't have been there. Pretty sure these guys lived down the road from me in Lowestoft. Could be among the last of a breed of top notch live acts. Nice one, lads. Oh - and you, Ed..

How make a great song even greaterer? just bring ed sheeran on the stage!

Ed jumping off at the end. Legend.

I love the drum cam on Rufe. Usually we only get to see the stage. Keep that going. 👍🏻

This was beautiful. This song is perfection and should be a rock classic staple. Seriously, Justin is a fucking poet. When you or I try to write poetry, always aim to write something as beautiful as any single line from this song. The words and guitar just intertwine so perfectly.

@synchronicity1470

6 ай бұрын

yep, that ASCAP award is well deserved. 🤘🤘💙