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Chuck Comeau
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Comeau performing with Simple Plan at Rock im Park 2017
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| Birth name | Charles-André Comeau |
| Born | 17 September 1979 Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
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| Years active | 1993–present |
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Charles-André "Chuck" Comeau (born September 17, 1979) is a Canadian musician. He is best known as the drummer for the rock band Simple Plan. Chuck also helped start a clothing company called Role Model Clothing. He began this company with his bandmate Pierre Bouvier and their friend Patrick Langlois. Before Simple Plan, Chuck was the drummer for a punk rock band called Reset from 1993 to 1999. He left Reset to form Simple Plan with Pierre Bouvier.
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Early Life and Education
Chuck Comeau was born to Françoise and André Comeau. He has a brother named Louis. Chuck went to Beaubois high school in Montreal, Quebec. There, he met his future Simple Plan bandmates Pierre Bouvier, Sébastien Lefebvre, and Jeff Stinco. They all formed the band Simple Plan together. Chuck first studied law at McGill University in Montreal. However, he decided to leave university to focus on his music career.
Music Career
Starting with Reset (1993–1999)
Chuck Comeau started his music journey in 1993. He was only 13 years old at the time. He played with Pierre Bouvier in the band Reset. Chuck left Reset in 1998 to study law. But he soon decided to follow his passion for music instead. He met up with Pierre Bouvier again at a Sugar Ray concert. They then decided to form a new band in 1999. They teamed up with their old school friends Sébastien Lefebvre and Jeff Stinco. Later, David Desrosiers joined them to complete the band.
Chuck released one album with Reset. It was called No Worries and came out in 1997.
Success with Simple Plan (1999–Present)
After leaving Reset, Chuck became the drummer for Simple Plan. Simple Plan has become very popular. They have sold over 15 million records around the world.
Chuck has been part of all of Simple Plan's albums. These include:
- No Pads, No Helmets...Just Balls (2002)
- Still, Not Getting Any (2004)
- Simple Plan (2008)
- Get Your Heart On! (2011)
- Taking One for the Team (2016)
- Harder Than It Looks (2022)
Simple Plan has also released two EPs, which are shorter albums. They are Live in Anaheim (2004) and Get Your Heart On – The Second Coming! (2013). The band also has two live albums: Live in Japan 2002 (2003) and MTV Hard Rock Live (2005). Chuck also helped direct a video album for the band. It was called A Big Package for You (2002).
Role Model Clothing Line
In 2001, Chuck, Pierre Bouvier, and their friend Patrick Langlois started a clothing company. It was called Role Model Clothing. They wanted to create clothes that showed their love for music. You can even see the band members wearing these clothes in some of Simple Plan's music videos.
The brand became less active after 2010. This was because Simple Plan was very busy with their music. Chuck has said that he hopes to bring the clothing line back. He wants to keep it simple with items like hoodies and t-shirts.
Directing Projects
Chuck Comeau directed a video album for Simple Plan. It was titled A Big Package for You and was released in 2002. He also appeared in the video album.
Musical Equipment
Chuck uses DW drums, pedals, and hardware. He also uses Evans Drumheads, Promark Drumsticks, and Zildjian cymbals. His drum kit includes two floor toms, one rack tom, a bass drum, and a snare drum.
Personal Life
Chuck Comeau married Jacquelin Napal on July 8, 2014. They had their first son, London Alexander Comeau, on July 1, 2015. They later separated in September 2022.
During a concert in Detroit, a fan threw a bottle towards the stage. It hit Chuck in the face. He continued to play the entire show. After the concert, he went to the hospital for medical attention.
Musical Influences
Chuck Comeau has been inspired by many bands. Some of his influences include Blink-182, Good Charlotte, Linkin Park, Sugar Ray, The Beach Boys, Nirvana, Foo Fighters, and Guns N' Roses.
Discography
- No Pads, No Helmets...Just Balls (2002)
- Still, Not Getting Any... (2004)
- Simple Plan (2008)
- Get Your Heart On! (2011)
- Taking One for the Team (2016)
- Harder Than It Looks (2022)
Images for kids
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Comeau performing with Simple Plan at Rock im Park 2017
See also
In Spanish: Chuck Comeau para niños
