Oh boy, are you guys ready for some serious feels? Because I just listened to the latest episode of the “Detours & Destinations” podcast with Rabbi David Ingber, and David Draiman, the lead singer of Disturbed, is getting all emotional and stuff 🤧. I mean, I’m not crying or anything (I’m a metalhead, after all), but it’s pretty cool to see Draiman open up about his life, faith, and music. So, grab a beer, sit back, and let’s dive into this rollercoaster of emotions 🎢.
The conversation on the podcast is pretty deep, with Draiman talking about his upbringing in an Orthodox Jewish world, his journey to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in modern heavy metal, and how music helped him process grief, struggle, and meaning. I mean, who wouldn’t want to listen to a guy who’s been through all that and still manages to scream his lungs out on stage? 🤯 It’s like, what’s your excuse for not being a metal legend, bro?
The Sound of Silence: A Game-Changer
Draiman also talks about Disturbed’s cover of Simon & Garfunkel’s “The Sound of Silence,” which, let’s be real, is a freaking masterpiece 🎶. He shares a story about his late friend Chester Bennington (RIP, dude 🙏) who told him to do more of that emotional, multi-octave vocal stuff. I’m like, yeah, no kidding, Chester! That song is insane! 🤯 Draiman also credits producer Kevin Churko for encouraging him to go outside his comfort zone and try something new. I guess that’s what happens when you’ve been screaming for years and need to mix it up a bit 🤣.
But seriously, “The Sound of Silence” is a huge deal, with over a billion views on YouTube and becoming the first Disturbed song to reach that milestone. It’s like, what’s next? A Grammy? 🏆 (Just kidding, but seriously, it’s a big deal). The song was originally released on Disturbed’s sixth studio album “Immortalized” in 2015 and has been used in various soundtracks, including “The Blacklist” and “Rock Band 4.” I mean, who wouldn’t want their music in a video game, right? 🎮
Draiman also talks about how he was hesitant to show his softer side after the backlash from their second album “Believe” in 2001. I’m like, yeah, I get it, bro. You don’t want to get roasted by the metal community for being too soft 🤣. But in the end, it all worked out, and “The Sound of Silence” became one of their most popular songs. It’s a good thing they took the risk, or we wouldn’t have this amazing song to cry to 🎶.
A Remix and a Blessing from Paul Simon
In other news, a remix of “The Sound of Silence” by Australian DJ/producer Cyril Riley landed on Billboard’s Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart. I’m like, what’s next? A Disturbed EDM album? 🤪 (Just kidding, please don’t do that). But seriously, it’s cool to see their music reaching different audiences and genres. And, fun fact, Paul Simon himself gave Disturbed his blessing for the cover, which is pretty cool, I guess 🙏.
So, there you have it, folks. David Draiman is a complex guy with a lot of emotions and a great voice. Who knew? 🤷♂️ Just kidding, we all knew that already. But seriously, go listen to the podcast and “The Sound of Silence” and try not to cry, I dare you 😭.
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