Devin Townsend - Regulator Lyrics






I'm regulated
I'm regulated
Odd times and all
Odd times and all

Regulator, no meantime at all

Time won't wait for me

There goes that old feeling, I'm free again!





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  1. M.... D....

    That keyboard player needs to calm his ass down. It's distracting.

  2. R.... B....

    Keyboards are way too loud in the mix. Great performance though.

  3. J.... P....

    The infamous Squid Vicious is onstage with Dr.Skinny again! It's awesome to see.

  4. L.... M....

    UUUUUnicooooooo fantasticooooooo

  5. R.... t....

    I bet the keyboardist is made fun of for still having hair.

  6. M.... B....

    Amazing musician 👍🏻🤘🏻👌🏻

  7. m.... j....

    to fast synth to high in the mix

  8. u.... M....

    Listening to Devin sing, scream, shred, shrill or doing anything really, whatever music he's a part of...eases the worst pain, snaps me out of any bad funk or mood. Incredible vocalist-insanely talented musician. 😍

  9. T.... o....

    Only world of warcraft nerds think this is real metal

  10. h.... L....

    Why ruin an epic song with smurf synths?

  11. W.... ....

    I understand that this was during the second set of the night but of all the songs that had an orchestra, I wish this was one of them. It would have sounded so awesome instead of having that keyboard.

  12. s.... o....

    this is fucking amazingly awesome.

  13. t.... 3....

    3:16 Matt Tuck?

  14. I.... E....

    This is magical.

  15. K.... W....

    EPIC... all these guys are rare quality musicians... and obviously good peoples.

  16. T.... G....

    Barely sounds like one guitar, let alone two. Wtf

  17. N.... ....

    That speed pedal has got to go.

  18. N.... ....

    bass man must sit? injured?

  19. P.... A....

    Ocean Machine was a magical album. Thank you Devin for giving it it's own live show.

  20. �.... �....

    это что-то нереальное!

  21. R.... M....

    I just creamed myself

  22. A.... G....

    That live mix is incredible

  23. M.... ....

    Just my experience: I used Remo heads and while they were great for about two weeks, that's it.. their life was gone. Evans heads tonality are consistently consistent and their longevity is so much better. Control is so much better with Evans.

  24. g.... ....

    Nerdy metalheads of the world unite!

  25. T.... W....

    great video editing!

  26. J.... A....

    This made me cry it was so damn bitchen.

  27. C.... ....

    Wouldn't you rather see this at Superbowl half time than fucking Maroon 5? Millions of minds blown.

  28. C.... ....

    Dev could make a half cheek sneak sound metal as fuck

  29. J.... G....

    Clicked on this expecting to hear some trippy, swirly, dreamscape ambient guitar type music played on his ocean machine delay pedal. 😆

  30. S.... S....

    Is it just me or is this one of the most medium sounding things hes done? Theres no real musicality to it other than rhythm, and it sounds like a mashup of about three different Transcendence songs into one. I rarely have aught with Devys music, but this just rang totally hollow for me

    S.... S....

    Ya know this is a Song from his Debut Album back in '96, right?

  31. M.... K....

    Sounds like a bad Pearl Jam rip-off

    M.... K....

    troll attempt rating 0/10
    enjoy the attention this comment brings you

  32. A.... ....

    They look so old. I like rock icons who die young.

  33. b.... ....

    Well that was just gay

  34. A.... ....

    Props to Squid (the bass player sitting down). M.S is a bitch but that guy came to perform and friggin' crushed it!

    Also, anyone else sing this at full volume when Dev says "SING IT!" ?

  35. J.... L....

    Has anyone here heard of 'The Machinist'; it's all instrumental music but it sounds similar to this. I am curious if Devin or this band had anything to do with 'The Machinist' instrumental music, I think it's some kind of project or collaboration, without singing. One of the songs is 'Zero By Division'.

  36. A.... X....

    Heard this gem on WSOU the other day. So happy they played it. Ab Fab!

  37. C.... S....

    Check Alexis Armion out! incredible guy!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQl_rMw0WYk&t=148s

  38. A.... ....

    The infravalorated metal genius,,,I saw three times in live shows...I hope that I see the fourth next...

  39. D.... J....

    keyboards are way too loud.

  40. D.... X....

    WTF?!? IF ANY OF MY BAND MEMBERS WERE PULLING ,WHAT I CALL "A JOHN DENVER"...ON STAGE,AND LOOKING LIKE GERIATRIC MISFITS....SITTING ON A STOOL,BENCH,CHAIR......THEIR NEXT SEAT,WOULD BE ON A BUS!!! Can't stand seeing that shit. Broke leg on the tour....get replaced, lazy,or my back hurts....fired,etc...

    D.... X....

    Dude what the fuck is wrong with you? The bassist has an accident. He can´t even walk for life. he’s got advanced MS.

  41. T.... W....

    Prog metal rock these days is one demential... But keep listening...

  42. T.... W....

    Boring says nothing does playing and singing make Devin a tuff guy from The burbs....

  43. J.... S....

    2:37 Om om om om!

  44. J.... T....

    the bass player forgot his collar at home.

    J.... T....

    The Bassist for this has MS, that's why he's sitting down.

  45. A.... L....

    Such an assault to the senses. I adore this man so much.

    A.... L....

    Amanda Laggan, got to see at Red Rocks here in Colorado. An absolute BLAST!

  46. T.... M....

    This man is so talented it makes me want to slap babies. If I can't see this man play live before I, or he, dies; I'll cry. Don't stop being hevy, Devy. 🤘🏻

    T.... M....

    I feel you, man. I'll more than cry. Just resign myself to a dark, wet cave.

    T.... M....

    @Amanda Laggan I may join you in said cave if we don't succeed.

    T.... M....

    @Tyler Messer There's plenty of room!

  47. J.... F....

    Holy shit that groove had me fired up!~!!!

  48. A.... S....

    This is good, but doesn't hold a candle to the 2006 live performance on Synchestra bonus DVD

    A.... S....

    I like both the Safe Zone version and this one, I feel like it's really comparing apples to oranges.

  49. L.... F....

    I was in bulgaria for vacation. This concert took place 2 days after I had to went home... FK!!!

  50. D.... H....

    That was fucking sick !

  51. j.... h....

    fqiu basman

  52. H.... B....

    Nolly mixed this, hasn't he?

  53. e.... ....

    That guitar note at 3:59 was just so heavenly! :O

  54. j.... h....

    I loving this band!

  55. B.... F....

    Genius. Criminally underrated performer and composer. He continually blows me away, even when performing his older material I've heard countless times. Finally got to see him live last year and he did not disappoint. Hevy Devy Forever!

    B.... F....

    I wouldnt say underrated just cause hes almost unanimously praised

    Id say "underappreciated" or "underground"

    B.... F....

    *anytime someone says "criminally underrated"
    You know they're most certainly OVERREACTING
    Calm down, cupcake.

  56. J.... C....

    He was clearly lip syncing when I saw them. The worst band I've seen live in a very long time. Pure trash.

    J.... C....

    Joseph Callahan
    Where did you see them?

    J.... C....

    VaiRoth opening for Clutch earlier this year in FL

    J.... C....

    Lip syncing? Really? I'm part of his artist management team for many years now and this is by far one of the most ridiculous comments I've seen in my whole career. You can think what you like about his music as that's totally your own opinion which will always be respected in my book but I can assure you that Devin doesn't lip sync. Ever. Period. Backing tracks: yes (lots actually) but never his own voice. - JS

    J.... C....

    Jasper Schuurmans it was obvious. People were looking at each other in disbelief. Like is this really happening. I wish it weren't true but it happened. I understand your loyalty and protection of someone's integrity as an artist. That still doesn't explain why the band that night put the audience asleep. It was just a terrible experience all around until Clutch hit the stage.

  57. R.... ....

    i just discovered this band and they have a lot of records, anyone have a recomendation on which one to start?

    R.... ....

    ReggaeMuffin Addicted, Ocean Machine, Terria and Accelerated Evolution would be nice for starting.

  58. A.... W....

    If you're into Devin Townsend, you'll probably like this band. New Swedish metal at it's best!
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Kx6Iy9kvyg

  59. L.... ....

    15 people aren't regulated

  60. C.... ....

    Not sure I dig the keyboard. Just my opinion, to me it sounds a bit like a mouse is getting penetrated in the gizzard.

  61. l.... t....

    vote #1 ryan for GOD!!!

  62. R.... R....

    Maravilloso...

  63. S.... ....

    Fkin epic..i love this song

  64. c.... ....

    OMG!!!!!!!! love this man ,this project, what a SOUND!!!

  65. D.... K....

    I've found a way through the Ocean Machines
    When it is time, we will know what it means...

  66. w.... ....

    His control over his voice just gets better as he ages. It's rare to see. Love this man and his music

  67. D.... A....

    love it! ... but... WHERE THE FUCK IS BEAV?!?!?!?!

    D.... A....

    Squid did the bass for Ocean Machine back in the day, so it was because it's a special event. And the reason he's sitting is because he has MS.

  68. J.... L....

    I was hoping for a Warren G cover. Anyone else.?😁🤘

  69. P.... C....

    One of my favorite songs, from my favorite album of all time. I've been privileged to see Devy several times, and to have sponsored his first-ever US solo performance. This show rules on SO many levels.

  70. K.... ....

    The synth is really loud in this.

  71. F.... T....

    What I love about Devin is that he could play someone's cellar and would put the same amount of energy that he puts in large festivals.

    I was at his concert in Zagreb and expected just him going through the song list like a great live musician he is but really without any added pzazz. Boy was I wrong, he came straight out of the gate pumped up like he was playing the greatest arena ever, made you wonder how he manages to make live performances even better than his studio albums, and when he wasn't entertaining the crowd musically, he did it by effectively doing standup.

    To top it all up, shook hands with the crowd and engaged in chit-chat.

    If a genre were to have it's ambassador, then Devin would be that of metal.
    What a performer and what a guy.

    F.... T....

    You’ve liked perfectly summed up the reason I’ve seen him live more than any other band I’ve seen. The man simply delivers beyond expectations, to the point where I feel satisfied with however much I’m spending to travel to see him live knowing full well it’ll be worth every cent.

    F.... T....

    Yeah I was there and actually shook his hand. I told him: "You fucking rock man!" and he was like: "No, you fucking rock man!" xD
    What a great guy he is. He does it all for the audience. A great guy and great performer. A real perfectionist.

    F.... T....

    I was there too, best day of my life, cried like a bitch during acoustic Deadhead haha. Shook his hand later and said: "Thank you." and replied with: "No, thank you!" Absolute legend and most complete artist of our time!

    F.... T....

    @Fellow Traveler - I have yet to see Devin live and hope to do so one day. It's on my list! I know of another "group" that is so much like how you described Devin. They tour around the States and have done some shows in Europe now too. They are Camille and Kennerly, "The Harp Twins". They play harp metal, covers and originals. I was amazed how how in touch they are with their fans. Very grateful to play shows for their fans. Meet and greet before and after their shows, do stand up during their set and get the audience involved. I hope they go far in life as they are such beautiful, talented women that make everyone feel like an old friend. If you have never heard of them, please check them out. Outstanding talent.

    F.... T....

    He certainly knows how to command the stage. Both times I saw him were in medium sized club type venues, and he put everything he had into it. Blew the headlining band out of the water at the second show.

  72. m.... ....

    What's the appeal of this band? Seems so nerdy. No passion, outdated synths, nothing special about vocals or lyrics, mediocre guitars.

    m.... ....

    maxdamageman I have been a fan of the singer Devin Towsend for over 20 years. Devin (and company) have evolved so much over the last 2 decades and I have enjoyed every twist and turn along the way.

    Devin has such a wide variety of sounds from punk to techo - feel free to dive in to all that is Devin Townsend and you just may find something you like ❤

    m.... ....

    i can give you the rest as that's up to personal taste, but if you think there's no passion then that's just flat-out wrong. devin's up there as one of the most passionate musicians i've ever heard. check out Bastard and The Death of Music, the original studio tracks or any live version. maybe some SYL stuff too if you're into the heavier shit

    m.... ....

    Are you an idiot?

  73. P.... M....

    How can I like this even MORE!!!!!

  74. T.... ....

    anyone now where beave is, and why his replacement is sitting down?

    T.... ....

    Trent *know and Ryan Miller he was sitting to the left of the stage with his smoking hot gf and Dave Young's wife watching the Ocean Machine part of the show.

    Devin brought in the original bass player that played bass on the Ocean Machine album 👍

    And the original bass player known as Squid was in a wheelchair.

    T.... ....

    Thank you! That's really cool of devy

  75. L.... B....

    what a fuckin' grouse venue...

  76. b.... ....

    I was lucky enough to see DTP 4 times,I really hope if not as DTP that they play together on tour again to some capacity,there's too much aurally perfect "lightning in a bottle" there for it to remain unused.

    b.... ....

    bloodsling Devin has said new music and tour in March of 2018.

    As for the rest of the band the drummer and the bass player (Beav and Ryan) have gone on to join the former bass player and guitarist from Strapping Young Lad (Byron and Jed) to form a new heavy metal band.

    They brought on singer Jon Howard and are calling their project Imonolith.

    So the music will go on just in different ways and under new names! ❤

    b.... ....

    Yep I've heard snippets of the Imonolith music,not my cup of tea,too much dry lung,good on the guys for doing something else though no doubt it'll do well.

  77. C.... ....

    Where is his normal Bass player and why is he sitting down?

    C.... ....

    Chad Harrington Beav the bass plauer for DTP was sitting to the left of the stage with his smoking hot gf and Dave Young's wife watching the Ocean Machine part of the show.

    Devin brought in the original bass player that played bass on the Ocean Machine album 👍

    C.... ....

    And Squid the OM bass player is in a wheelchair.

  78. R.... M....

    Where's Beav? :-(

    R.... M....

    Ryan Miller he was sitting to the left of the stage with his smoking hot gf and Dave Young's wife watching the Ocean Machine part of the show.

    Devin brought in the original bass player that played bass on the Ocean Machine album 👍

    R.... M....

    That's awesome!

  79. r.... ....

    omfg... flat-out incredible. (.. swoooooning) 😮😮😮

  80. M.... ....

    The mix is terrible. It's just snare and keyboards. The guitars are lost.

    M.... ....

    I agree, but you forgot to mention that kick drum...........I know Devy likes it loud, but it's too much.

    M.... ....

    it could use some more justice ;) he deserves the best

    M.... ....

    Meh. Devin is all about layers upon layer of fat sound making a massive wall of sound - To the perfection.

  81. b.... ....

    I keep coming back to this. What an epic performance!!! Gotta go place my order for the DVD.

  82. J.... ....

    Keep pressing the 9 key for the ultimate Devin moment....

  83. S.... M....

    Bringing back memories of the gig, can see myself in the crowd 🤘

    S.... M....

    Shadow Mantra Steve I see myself too! @4:18

    S.... M....

    Such an epic show!

    S.... M....

    i'm envy to you guys, Devin had never visited my country.

  84. M.... ....

    Heeeaaaaaavvvvvyyyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  85. J.... D....

    This sounds HUGE! 👊🏻🐺

  86. J.... O....

    Motherfucker God. Just fuckin' Amazing.

  87. R.... R....

    Magnífico!

  88. P.... E....

    Hey... Where's Beav?

    P.... E....

    He wasn't part of ocean machine

    P.... E....

    Cowjuice None of The Project were though.
    Guess I’ll find out when I get my copy of the concert

    P.... E....

    That's the original bassist on the album, John Harder. The "band" during Ocean Machine was essentially Dev, John "Squid" Harder, and drummer Marty Chapman. If Marty Chapman were still alive, Devin would have asked him to play drums for the Ocean Machine set in place of RVP.

    P.... E....

    I thought he was just a sit in. hardy har har.

  89. M.... P....

    🤘😎👍Y-E-S!

  90. G.... M....

    AMAZING.

  91. M.... S....

    Whys the bev not playing bass😮

    M.... S....

    The guy in the chair (can't walk, has MS) is the original bassist on the album. Dev thought it fitting to have him play in this performance

    M.... S....

    alick swiden fair enough man thanks for replying

  92. H.... ....

    The intro keys are annoying... and I'm a keyboard player!

    H.... ....

    Can't please everyone.

    H.... ....

    Annoying as in annoying to play or as in annoying sounding?

  93. L.... I....

    AWESOME performance! Bulgaria where are you?!?

  94. I.... S....

    The fact that they're playing Ocean Machine (the greatest metal album of all time, possibly the greatest piece of music ever written) in its entirety almost guarantees a 5-star rating from me. So far, the picture, visuals, audio are spectacular. So hyped up for this! Anytime Dev releases something it's like a second Christmas or birthday.

    I.... S....

    Unless your birthday is so close to Christmas that it is nearly non-existent...

    I.... S....

    My thoughts exactly. First DT album I ever listened to and still my favorite.

  95. T.... A....

    Yay! I am in the video not once but twice lol!

    4:18 I am looking so serious lol 😂

    T.... A....

    The Adventures of Kate To The Rescue lol no I'm referring to the trip in general. Seems very exotic.

    T.... A....

    The Adventures of Kate To The Rescue so sick! Glad you guys had an amazing time and made it home safe. Thanks for the response.

    T.... A....

    But u look seriously beautiful...😊😊😘😘

    T.... A....

    haha concentration/thinking face

    T.... A....

    As I was watching the blu-ray the first time through I knew I had seen someone familiar! Such a cool moment

  96. A.... M....

    This is so epic... 🖤

  97. B.... B....

    REGULATOR...



    ...mount up.

    B.... B....

    Brian Bitner YG 1 right?

    B.... B....

    First thing I thought haha