Chuck Comeau is the drummer for Simple Plan, a Canadian pop punk band that formed in 1999. Aside from selling more than 10 million albums and touring worldwide, they have a long list of awards and nominations to their name, including two Juno Awards on seven nominations. Simple Plan has a brand-new song and video called “Nothing Changes,” which is inspired by a new documentary film about the band called The Kids In The Crowd. The Kids In The Crowd is now available to watch on Prime Video, and you can hear “Nothing Changes” wherever you stream your music. And with all of that going on, Simple Plan is also out on the road on their Bigger Than You Think! Tour with 3OH!3, Bowling For Soup, and LøLø.
In this interview, Chuck talks about the new documentary and tour, as well as the female majority of the fanbase. He also discusses what it takes to continue writing with teen spirit and pop punk energy as a middle-aged man. Chuck also tells us when we might get a new Simple Plan record, and a song that might best represent the band.
“Nothing Changes” video:
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Hello everyone! My name is Scott Itter, but some know me as Dr. Music. I am a music journalist and photographer out of the Chicagoland area, and I have been in practice for over 20 years. I grew up in the 70’s with two big brothers that showed me all kinds of rock and roll. As I grew older I ventured out into different genres like jazz, funk, folk, and whatever else I could wrap my ears around. As I read every liner note and every Circus and Hit Parader like they were the Old and New Testament, I came to realize that I just love sound and appreciate all the people that create it.
I later became a stay-at-home dad and started honing my writing and photography skills to keep my mind from turning into mashed peas. My kids are now adults, my mind is only slightly mushy, and I am thrilled to have the honor of presenting my work to you!