@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.
@@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
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
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.
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 👌
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 😂
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! 🎸🗽🇺🇸
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..
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.
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 🤘
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.
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!!
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...🤘🔥🤘
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 😅
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!
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
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.
@@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 was the heart and soul of W.A.S.P.
@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.
Blackie is a "performer" Off stage he isn't Blackie Lawless and Chris was always Chris even off stage.
@@robertc7072 I guess Wild Child is Chris Holmes I mean was Chris!!
@@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
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.
Chris Holmes looks like he's in good shape right now, nice to see that
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.
LONG LIVE, CHRIS HOLMES!!!,
Chris is the coolest, you're for a full recovery!
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.. 🙏
I'm glad he's still kicking ass! 🤘💪🎸🎶📢🥁
Back in the 80’s I thought Chris would be a rockstar to die young. He’s a legend.
So good to see Chris back in shape❤
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 👌
One of my favorite guitarists, glad he is still rockin it and kicking ass!
Happy birthday Chris.
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 😂
Love his tone always have !!!!
Wow. Chris you said two things that I find incredibly honest. I respect that a lot.
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 🤘🏻
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! 🎸🗽🇺🇸
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..
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.
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.
God bless you Chris!
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.
Also my first gig 🤘🏻
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 🤘
Then why was he known as the mean man?
Probably just add alcohol. Also getting famous - becoming stars they have to have some armor.
Sending Love from Chicago
Chris Holmes is awesome
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
Lovely interview.
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.
Genuine guy, all the best!
Met him when I was 14
Lamours Brooklyn
I’m 54
Awesome
Look way younger, glad he is feeling better
Chris Holmes Great playing guitar 🎸🎶 and band Of Metal
I love you sooo much man... You are one of my all time heroes. 🤩
Love ya Chris
Loved this interview! Chris is sharp and the interviewer also was great!
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 👍
Good for Chris !!!...Im thiriled hes ok now
very good guitar player
Chris looking good my
Man , kicked cancer’s ass , can’t mess w a mean m/f
How rock and roll is it to move to France and say “ fuck that entire language “ 😂👍🏻
Love Chris ❤
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!!
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...🤘🔥🤘
Chris was certainly having a lot of fun with WASP back in '86.
Met Chris in Newcastle a few days later. Great bloke.
Does he have short temper😅?
You met him for about 2 minutes and decided he was a great guy, cringe
Happy Birthday Chris.
What a gorgeous woman! 😍
What a desperate simp!
Met the man in1985 wow randy to ! Love the real deal
Hi Chris 🤘🏻
A veRRy meRRy HäqpY b-d, all the way fröm GermanY 🇩🇪
I, and DreamGuitarSystems love this!!
I love Chris but dam that left one is hypnotizing
You rock Chris!! Love your music!! Mean Man is killer!! Happy birthday bro! Fukkk blackie💪🇺🇸🏁😎
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 😅
Champ
Nooo he can't be 65. Jeez that would make me 55
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HELLLION ....THE DEVIL'S HELLION CHILD
🤘🤘🤘🤘
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!
Funny how I can't type lawless first name, Google thinks it's racist, but he looks like an old woman today,
The best thing about this is that’s Chris fuckin Holmes she’s talking to.
He’s absolutely right about those drugs that where brought into America , It did happen.
She looks like a cool chick to hang out with.
Cringe
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
Agreed! .....
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.
@@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.....
If Blackie was there, Chris wouldn't get a word in edge wise.
Chris is the goat
In the 1980's this guy was drinking about a 55 gallon drum of booze every weekend....how is he still alive???
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.
Chris is still a chick magnet
He doesn't like Blackie.
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!