What Makes This Song Great? "Absolomb" Periphery

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  • In this episode of "What Makes This Song Great?" we explore the music of the Progressive Metal band Periphery.
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  • @MishaMansoor
    @MishaMansoor 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5337

    Hey Rick! This video was really well done and it was a lot of fun chatting with you! Also super interesting to see your detailed and theory based perspective on it.
    Apologies again for being rough on the parts, haven’t had to play these riffs since we tracked them haha.

    • @Mech288
      @Mech288 5 ปีที่แล้ว +335

      I hope Rick's real plan was to get you to practice the entire thing and play it live next tour :P

    • @RickBeato
      @RickBeato  5 ปีที่แล้ว +792

      Thank you so much for doing it Misha! I think from now on I’m going to try and have the artists involved in these videos. I think it was very cool have you demonstrating the parts yourself. I’m really looking forward to hearing the new record! Maybe next video, we can do a track off it? Talk soon!

    • @MishaMansoor
      @MishaMansoor 5 ปีที่แล้ว +488

      @@RickBeato Haha sounds like a plan!

    • @claudespeed13579
      @claudespeed13579 5 ปีที่แล้ว +266

      I just love how Misha and Periphery members are interactive online. How can people even hate on a band like this?

    • @Aryaitaly
      @Aryaitaly 5 ปีที่แล้ว +157

      Some people may not be in love with their music, but Periphery, and Misha's interviews in particular taught me (and probably many more people) how to run my underground band in the digital world. They should be remembered as pioneers in this sense, and they have a huge influence on contemporary metal musicians.

  • @Yakushii
    @Yakushii 4 ปีที่แล้ว +946

    "Reptile" would be a tremendous showcase of Mark Holcomb's work.

    • @XFC856
      @XFC856 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Yakushii Omega, Graveless and Ji even more so I’d think!

    • @B3Band
      @B3Band 4 ปีที่แล้ว +88

      It would also be like 3 hours long

    • @esprokr99
      @esprokr99 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      The Way the News Goes... would also be a wonderful breakdown of his songwriting ability as a whole and the band’s character. I think it embodies the full spectrum from the Icarus Lives days of Periphery all the way through Periphery III.

    • @nvirevolution2235
      @nvirevolution2235 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Reptile is so fucking long tho lmao

    • @nvirevolution2235
      @nvirevolution2235 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@esprokr99 agreed. One of my top 5

  • @Oilid
    @Oilid 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1941

    A gentleman chatting with a djentleman.

  • @saneksin
    @saneksin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +749

    other youtubers: "I need to listen to the recording carefully to understand what the guitars are playing"
    Rick Beato: "nah I'll just call Misha Mansoor yaknow"

  • @USHARDY
    @USHARDY 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1118

    Man, I wish I could just casually call the guitarist of the band when I’m having trouble with a riff.

  • @kbelbeisi
    @kbelbeisi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +285

    Rick: "I love that modulation there"
    Misha: "Is that what it's called?"

    • @TheEmperius
      @TheEmperius 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      ​@@paulmarkey7737 WTF?! Mark doesnt knows theory as much... the one wich most knows theory in Periphery is Jake, cause he studies since his childhood.

    • @Koivisto147
      @Koivisto147 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheEmperiusnolly too

  • @matthijshebly
    @matthijshebly 5 ปีที่แล้ว +525

    I love how Rick has a genuine love for any style of music, as long as it's performed with integrity, skill, class...

    • @RickBeato
      @RickBeato  5 ปีที่แล้ว +190

      Well put. Thank you!

    • @alexkulp9727
      @alexkulp9727 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Odell Mateo Keep listening, like any good album, it takes time to understand it

    • @RogerBarraud
      @RogerBarraud 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @Odell Mateo Rick *is* a Younger Dude. :-)

    • @RustyShackleford-bc9ce
      @RustyShackleford-bc9ce 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Odell Mateo give tesseract a listen..

    • @andromedaiscoming185
      @andromedaiscoming185 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Rick has the passion of a 25 year old guy, music is keeping him young.

  • @Terminado907
    @Terminado907 5 ปีที่แล้ว +398

    "I love that modulation!"
    "...is that what it's called?"

    • @robbievalentine8239
      @robbievalentine8239 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He knows what it's called.

    • @LAPALMAWORLD
      @LAPALMAWORLD 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      awesome how humble Rick is. letting himself be corrected this way and upload the whole thing on youtube says alot

    • @BlueZirnitra
      @BlueZirnitra 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@robbievalentine8239 Clearly he didn't, hence asking "is that what it's called?"

    • @thatlonzoguy
      @thatlonzoguy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@BlueZirnitra robbie is impyling misha is playing it up a bit for the camera, which he very well may be.. either way he knows a lot more than he lets on about his music knowledge

    • @italozanoti7180
      @italozanoti7180 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mansur says that he doesn't know theory many times. Maybe he's acting lol

  • @LeviClay
    @LeviClay 5 ปีที่แล้ว +911

    If I knew you were going to put the drum transcription in the video, I'd have done those too man!

    • @jasonbone5121
      @jasonbone5121 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Love your channel Levi, learned a ton from you.

    • @kostazarikos3383
      @kostazarikos3383 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha that’s awesome

    • @chriszoupa7898
      @chriszoupa7898 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      You're the king Levi

    • @leonardsullivan
      @leonardsullivan 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good job either way!

    • @LeviClay
      @LeviClay 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Mac Sixtyfive yeah - sending Misha an email and asking for them? 😂
      So software exists - it’s not possible. We’re human so we can distinguish different instruments and parts - a computer is just reading a sound wave - it can’t isolate tracks in it because there are no “tracks”

  • @TheCoolSquare
    @TheCoolSquare 5 ปีที่แล้ว +506

    Holy shit Periphery?! I never thought I would see this on here. More prog metal please!

    • @TheCoolSquare
      @TheCoolSquare 5 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      djent can still be a form of prog metal

    • @denglish5275
      @denglish5275 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@CJC15 actually they are periphery metal. And because they are periphery metal that means that no one can take a view of any specific song from their entire discography and assign a different genre to what they are.

    • @bottomfeederbluescbgs4132
      @bottomfeederbluescbgs4132 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@CJC15 it is prog. You need to clean the the corn out of your ears if all you're hearing is polyrhythms and chugging bud.

    • @lkwalden7
      @lkwalden7 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@denglish5275 You must've had the single most pretentious comment of 2018.

    • @denglish5275
      @denglish5275 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I understand irony is hard to get across on the internet but i thought the over exaggeration was a good indication of my sarcasm. I was mocking another commenter who was being serious. He has since deleted his comment so now my comment does seem a bit misplaced. Hope that clears things up a bit though.

  • @ChormiX
    @ChormiX 5 ปีที่แล้ว +291

    nolly is the puppeteer of periphery. he have a boundless knowledge in the production study field. takes care of every aspect of the registration process in studio

    • @gabrielmaddern6070
      @gabrielmaddern6070 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      But he isn't in the band ;)

    • @ericswearingenmusic9967
      @ericswearingenmusic9967 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Gabe Maddern Misha said himself he will always be in the band.. he just doesn’t have an active role in writing and touring but has an integral part in the sound. He is spiritually present I guess. I also agree with OP that he is a damn genius. The work he does with other bands as a producer is insane.

    • @gabrielmaddern6070
      @gabrielmaddern6070 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@ericswearingenmusic9967 i know thats the joke

    • @ericswearingenmusic9967
      @ericswearingenmusic9967 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gabe Maddern I wonder how long they will continue to have him play a part in recording? What do you think? Hopefully it stays that way

    • @LukeBass1000
      @LukeBass1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@ericswearingenmusic9967 I reckon for quite a long time unless they try something completely new. Nolly and Misha have a business together doing GGD drums and cab sims etc.

  • @jimbobgary3
    @jimbobgary3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +311

    A lot of people don't like Spencer's singing. But this really showcases his talent.

    • @EnDTh3S1L3NcE
      @EnDTh3S1L3NcE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +108

      Funny enough hes actually the reason i fell in love with Periphery, i guess its because his voice draws some similar parallels to Chester Bennington's, but Spence really gets to shine with this song for sure

    • @balltongue666
      @balltongue666 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      I think he has an excellent vocal range, which deserves to be celebrated.

    • @GrimBeakington
      @GrimBeakington 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      He’s an excellent vocalist

    • @OKay-lu8jq
      @OKay-lu8jq 4 ปีที่แล้ว +57

      Where does one meet people who dislike Spencer's voice? I need to know to avoid that place

    • @xx2
      @xx2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      fckn Spencer is lit on the last album♥

  • @mugongaiaphage7764
    @mugongaiaphage7764 5 ปีที่แล้ว +512

    I love how cooperative people in metal are. Instead of trying to copyright strike you, they help you out. Awesome video as always Rick!

    • @mollygrubber
      @mollygrubber 5 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      I'll just drop this here: Lars. Just sayin'

    • @spectre722
      @spectre722 5 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      well people in metal generally cant afford being corporate asshats

    • @Jjernsberger
      @Jjernsberger 5 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      People who write and play metal do it because they love it. It’s a part of who they are as individuals. A vast majority of other genres of music are in it to become famous, and wealthy.

    • @nathanhunt9105
      @nathanhunt9105 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well, in this specific case, the video is giving a lot of praise to the band, and probably a lot of extra airtime to people that might not know about the band.

    • @mvilla235
      @mvilla235 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mugon Gaiaphage except AILD

  • @onevoiceinc
    @onevoiceinc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +266

    Periphery is one of those bands that you hear the first time and go, "Yeah, this is gonna be good." I second those requests for Tesseract also.

    • @gomaaren
      @gomaaren 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Definitely second TesseracT!

    • @onevoiceinc
      @onevoiceinc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I didn't really have anything to compare them to when I first heard them, so I went in with a blank slate and was like "oh dang." Lol

    • @rockguy8362
      @rockguy8362 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It's one of those bands that on hearing it the first time around it's awesome. But the more you listen the more you notice things that you didn't before. And it gets better each time

    • @Varlwyll
      @Varlwyll 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The only thing I've heard from them is the "alpha" album which was hot garbage. Sounded like screamo from 2007

    • @9696Punk
      @9696Punk 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      lol when you only hear screamo in juggernaut i feel sorry for you

  • @mrtyreus0
    @mrtyreus0 4 ปีที่แล้ว +159

    One day Periphery will be regarded along with the greatest of classic prog bands.

    • @darthvader4339
      @darthvader4339 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      I know they are so innovative. They are prog but don’t just shove everything into a song. They start slow and add more is it goes along. It really makes the songs easy to listen to but it doesn’t feel like another pop song and the music has some complexity and actual good writing.

    • @benjaminz2523
      @benjaminz2523 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Absolutely they are so unique and SO listenable

    • @jonbongjovi1869
      @jonbongjovi1869 ปีที่แล้ว

      I can't stand them, or most of these modern "prog" bands.
      EX:
      if you have generic screaming vocals (etc), then you are CLICHE and ANTI-progressive.

    • @bornofstardust5910
      @bornofstardust5910 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@jonbongjovi1869okay bro💀

    • @Syhyronica
      @Syhyronica ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@jonbongjovi1869 cringe.

  • @ultratacoRX7
    @ultratacoRX7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    A "What Makes This Song Great?" breakdown of their song "Reptile" would be amazing. It'd be like a 3 hour video (the song is 15 minutes) but it'd be amazing. :D

  • @edthejester
    @edthejester 5 ปีที่แล้ว +363

    Man that long high vocal note deserves a standing ovation all by itself!

    • @danielhadida3915
      @danielhadida3915 5 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      He's holding a lot of notes in that song, terrific vocal performance all along.

    • @eddieademi
      @eddieademi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Periphery is much better instrumental, you can actually listen and appreciate the complex parts of every instrument and this guy just ruins the feel of the music and completely changes it and fucks it up...imo.

    • @AndiKravljaca
      @AndiKravljaca 5 ปีที่แล้ว +111

      @@eddieademi I mean seriously, how can you say that? The guy has projection, range, technique, he is an incredible vocalist in every definable way. I feel blessed that he's in the band. Imagine if James LaBrie was the vocalist.

    • @OBsurdityTV
      @OBsurdityTV 5 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Edi Ademi You’re In the Minority there my friend. And u don’t have to Diss spencer if u don’t like him that’s all u

    • @TheEmperius
      @TheEmperius 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@eddieademi You just know nothing about music. Several times Spencer's vocal is exactly the missing notes in the lines, fits perfectly!

  • @alejandrovaldenegro5879
    @alejandrovaldenegro5879 5 ปีที่แล้ว +663

    I see Rick Beato, I see Periphery, I hit like and stop everything I'm doing

    • @brian_of_farce
      @brian_of_farce 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Exactly what I did. I never hit like before watching anything. This was automatic

    • @manuelvelarde02
      @manuelvelarde02 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hope some day Rick can put a Gang of four, song

    • @formas3dx
      @formas3dx 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      me too haha total hypnosis

    • @alejandrovaldenegro5879
      @alejandrovaldenegro5879 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@henrythegreatamerican8136 cool

    • @K1bogam1
      @K1bogam1 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@henrythegreatamerican8136 If you don't like their vocals, check out their first album. They released a full instrumental version, and it's tight.

  • @hansolzy
    @hansolzy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    Seeing him break down the song made me appreciate it so much more! :)

  • @BaceJeleren
    @BaceJeleren 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    For anyone wondering if Spencer can pull off these vocals live - I've seen him go an octave HIGHER on some songs. Live. Blew my mind

    • @flataffect
      @flataffect 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He’s a phenomenal singer with great range and technique but I don’t think you know what an octave is if you think he can sing an octave higher than the highest notes on here lol.

  • @Gary_W
    @Gary_W 5 ปีที่แล้ว +196

    Wowwwww this just made my day. The most impressive part so far is how you're able to just call Misha and clarify things as you go along explaining the parts in the song! Thanks Rick, excellent video, Absolomb is my fav track of PIII!

    • @z.s.n.
      @z.s.n. 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes dude i know this is amazing, im so stoked that he makes videos and shares his wisdom with us for free.

  • @Lurch685
    @Lurch685 5 ปีที่แล้ว +226

    I’m really digging the parts where you got Misha to demonstrate and explain the story behind parts of his songwriting. You ought to incorporate these more often with more artists wherever possible, I think it adds a whole new depth and layer to What Makes This Song Great. Keep it up, Rick!

    • @keithwallis9799
      @keithwallis9799 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Lurch685 Excellent idea but I suspect limited in application. There aren't many musicians who combine artistry and brilliance with humbleness and openness the way Misha Mansoor does.

  • @easton_ography
    @easton_ography 5 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I'm all about Periphery's super heavy stuff but, I gotta admit, Absalomb, Catch Fire, and Lune are my favorite songs on this album. They really hit me right in the feels and I feel like they really show the band's versatility

  • @lorenzretiro
    @lorenzretiro 4 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    13:37 "the solar system has nine planets"

  • @Chord_The_Seeker
    @Chord_The_Seeker 5 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    I met Misha Mansoor at a guitar clinic in St. Petersburg, FL. He’s a very humble and straightforward guy. The amazing thing is that he said none of the guys in the band know anything about music theory.

    • @brian_of_farce
      @brian_of_farce 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      727 represent!

    • @RickBeato
      @RickBeato  5 ปีที่แล้ว +74

      Chord TheSeeker What does knowing music theory have to do with anything? They have great taste. That’s all you need.

    • @Chord_The_Seeker
      @Chord_The_Seeker 5 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Rick Beato It’s not a criticism of them at all. I’m just repeating what Misha said at the clinic. It’s amazing to me that they compose such complex music with a lot of uncommon chords (at least in metal) without any theoretical background.

    • @PelleKuipers
      @PelleKuipers 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      It's all about having an ear for it. I'm not nearly as good as they are but I know that my songwriting has evolved a lot and I tend to hear in my head what I want. And my writing has improved so much because I now know better what I want before writing it.

    • @blakekillganon846
      @blakekillganon846 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Was that the one at Sam Ash? That was a great clinic

  • @damjanp7920
    @damjanp7920 5 ปีที่แล้ว +265

    Could you please do Gojira? Any song, really.

  • @jesseskander
    @jesseskander 5 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    This is so badass! Not just the fantastic breakdown of the song, but Misha consulting on how it's played and joining in the conversation here. This is just a next level treat as both a fan and musician!

  • @e.g.systems6146
    @e.g.systems6146 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I love the fact that Rick, without bias, or snobbery, will look at almost any great any song, from bands old or new, and show such wonderful enthusiasm for music.

  • @Solanstusx
    @Solanstusx 5 ปีที่แล้ว +611

    Awesome! Time for Tesseract now? :)

    • @seth691
      @seth691 5 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Agreed... Anything off Polaris

    • @Cotramjoxxx
      @Cotramjoxxx 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Better Haken

    • @alispie
      @alispie 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Intervals plz.

    • @DiegoPujolT
      @DiegoPujolT 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Nocturne or Retrospect, please!!

    • @KiedisHaze
      @KiedisHaze 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I agree with Diego. Nocturne and Retrospect for the win! Really anything off altered state.

  • @sixtofive
    @sixtofive 5 ปีที่แล้ว +129

    Really cool analysis, and getting Misha on to discuss the parts was a great surprise.

  • @bubblytar
    @bubblytar 5 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    11:23 this is where I really think the decision to sell the individual tracks of these songs was a BRILLIANT idea. Wanna hear the song as the band intended? Unmute all the tracks in your daw. Wanna hear the song as a lush, beautiful guitar and vocals song? Mute the drums, bass, and rhythm guitars. Wanna hear a heavy groove with badass fuckin distorted bass and double kick drum? Do the opposite.
    It's like 3 songs in one and buying the producer pack kinda made it feel like a video game with unlockable content. Very unique experience and I hope they continue to do it :)

    • @ArthurLnz
      @ArthurLnz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      We can actually buy the individual tracks ?

    • @bubblytar
      @bubblytar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Arthur Laniez yeah! Or at least it used to be an item on their store, it’s called the P3 Producer Pack. Not sure if it’s available anymore

    • @ArthurLnz
      @ArthurLnz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bubblytar Amazing, I wonder if other bands do that (and I wonder how Rock get all those tracks haha)

    • @bubblytar
      @bubblytar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Arthur Laniez haha, I don’t know of any other bands that do. My band tried to but it ended up not working out. I want every band to do it lol

    • @ArthurLnz
      @ArthurLnz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bubblytar that would be so amazing to have access to this ressources :D

  • @brandongullion6353
    @brandongullion6353 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    This dude just played Periphery on a 50's LP P90's goldtop. You, sir, are a damn legend.

  • @micheleparker657
    @micheleparker657 5 ปีที่แล้ว +121

    Could you break down a Stevie Ray Vaughan song? Any one you like...
    I'm 59 yrs.old. When I was in 1st grade my school offered music lessons. My mom said we couldn't afford it, so that was that. I don't know half of what you're talking about but when you explain things while playing the song, I get it... I get exactly what you mean, and it gives me a greater understanding of the music I love. Thank you!! Better Late Than Never.0

    • @ferrinbonn
      @ferrinbonn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      It's never too late to start. Honestly.

    • @educostanzo
      @educostanzo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Keep learning, be glad today we have these amazing people on yt sharing their knowledge. It's really a thrill. :)

    • @skellydelo1
      @skellydelo1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This is really inspiring! You’re right, better late than never! The hardest part about learning music theory is finding the motivation to do so, which it sounds like you have! I know people have a hard time with it but I personally never struggled with it because I wanted to learn about it from day one. Also most things in theory are laid out very logically, almost like a language, where you can figure out what something is called by thinking about it’s name. You can do it!

    • @micheleparker657
      @micheleparker657 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@skellydelo1 Wow, I'm overwhelmed! Thank you all so very much. You're right, Skelly, music is my first love and I regret the missed opportunity to learn all about it. Mr. Beato's site is the first one I've found that REALLY helps me understand the music I love- I may be old, but my spirit is still 19!!!

    • @skellydelo1
      @skellydelo1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Michele Parker honestly that’s all that matters! That and the desire to learn. I really like Rick Beato’s channel because he has a mastery over the concepts that I learned in college when I was studying music and explains them in such an understandable way. He and Adam Neeley are really good at that, although Adam neeley’s stuff is the half of theory that’s very interesting (I think) but not necessarily useful to a beginner or a casual songwriter. He’s pushing the boundaries of theory. 12 tone is really good too, he breaks down popular music and explains all of it with little elephant drawings. Anyway, my point is there’s never been a better time to start learning than right now! I’m sure you can do it :)

  • @jbasti227
    @jbasti227 5 ปีที่แล้ว +136

    Thanks so much Rick, this has been one of my favorite songs by them since its release.
    You should do Tesseract - Of Matter.
    Also hope you were talking about The Way The News Goes when talking about Mark. Great tune

    • @bnjmnwst
      @bnjmnwst 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Tesseract are amazing

    • @DE-kn3tk
      @DE-kn3tk 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Dude, please get more votes for Tesseract. Of Matter: Proxy

    • @TwoandaHater
      @TwoandaHater 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Survival or something off Sonder would be better.

    • @DE-kn3tk
      @DE-kn3tk 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Too many to choose from. One of their more complex and syncopated songs might be Dystopia.

    • @kalikamusic
      @kalikamusic 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      YES! Of matter!

  • @TheMrVengeance
    @TheMrVengeance 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Besides the great song analysis, what I love about this video is seeing that even big professional guitarists/musicians don't know all their songs perfectly of the top of their head. Normally when you listen to a band you only hear the one time they recorded the track, or you see them play a well rehearsed set-list on tour. So it looks like they can effortlessly play any song front to back.
    It's reassuring to actually see that I'm not a shitty guitarist for having to occasionally "relearn" songs that I previously knew.

  • @codylujan
    @codylujan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Spencers voice is what got me into periphery and now they're still my favorite band after 6 years. Incredible band. Incredible people. Such a huge amount of talent between the 6 of them. It should be illegal.

  • @claudespeed13579
    @claudespeed13579 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    You can see in Rick's face how mesmerized he is in 17:35, just like probably all of us

  • @peterleventis
    @peterleventis 5 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    This is one of the reasons I love this channel! I didn't know any of Periphery's music, but I'm definitely going to go listen to some more! Rick, thanks again for all the discussion about WMTSG!

    • @gibsoadstudios648
      @gibsoadstudios648 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Peter Leventis listen to all new materials! Instrumental tho! Super good line. That and pale aura. Or the bad thing.

    • @austrianpainterhidingfromt5920
      @austrianpainterhidingfromt5920 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, I was glad to find out this wasn't all hit songs, it could just be any obscure song as long as it's musically good enough. Most of his episodes prior to this have been chart-toppers, nice change of pace.

    • @skylerpowell8149
      @skylerpowell8149 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@austrianpainterhidingfromt5920 this album almost won a Grammy. Lost out to megadeath.

    • @nocturne.nocturnal
      @nocturne.nocturnal 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Their old stuff is gonna make you get into them for sure, then. Even though i'm more of a periphery 2 guy myself I still very much love periphery's self titled, and it's pretty much just Misha's (aka Bulb) stuff. But all their albums are great imo

  • @bascurero
    @bascurero 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I'd really love to see Rick break down "It's Only Smiles". I love the layering on that song, and I think there's a lot to look at there.

  • @TheProgGuy
    @TheProgGuy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I've slept on Periphery too long and I guess I'm discovering their music at the right time in my life...what Adam does on bass really inspires me to make killer basslines. I had to pause the video for 3 hours just to practice. I guess that's what good music does, it inspires others to make music.

  • @fernandopicozzi
    @fernandopicozzi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    I think maybe its time for Porcupine Tree, Pink Floyd or The Pineapple Thief! :) I love those bands

    • @seybsnilksz
      @seybsnilksz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I want a full week-long stream about PT called "What makes this band great?"

    • @gomaaren
      @gomaaren 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Anesthetize and we're in for a ride

    • @fernandopicozzi
      @fernandopicozzi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@gomaaren if this guy do one of Anesthetize I will stop everything i'm doing, bring the snacks and enjoy peacefully the breakdown of a masterpiece lol

    • @tristanvernon5424
      @tristanvernon5424 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Anesthetize, please please please!

    • @kalikamusic
      @kalikamusic 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ^Went off in a weird direction, but yeah since ptree/Pthief would be amazing

  • @roverdover4449
    @roverdover4449 5 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    I'm now a new fan of Periphery. They remind me of Tool and 30 Seconds to Mars. Two groups I never thought about together. I'm going to check them out a lot more !

    • @KM-tv5km
      @KM-tv5km 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Rover Dover it’s funny you say that because Maynard did guest vocals on the first TSTM’s album

    • @ErebosGR
      @ErebosGR 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Juggernaut: Alpha & Omega is IMHO their magnum opus. "The Wall" of prog metalcore.

    • @Darrkness
      @Darrkness 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      You might like Erra then too.

    • @MrCrakerjack99
      @MrCrakerjack99 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Darrkness Erra’s Augment album is extremely similar

    • @nocturne.nocturnal
      @nocturne.nocturnal 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ErebosGR YES! They both hold their place on my top 3 favorite albums of all time along with Periphery II on top. Love this band and I'm hyped up for their new stuff coming soon

  • @mbrsart
    @mbrsart 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The first time I listened to this song, nothing really jumped out at me. I was listening for the technically impressive stuff like MAKE TOTAL DESTROY or Extraneous: odd time signatures, frayed rhythms, and flashy riffs. But the more I listened to it, the more depth the song had, especially after I really took in that guitar solo. It quickly became my favorite solo of all time, and soon after that, the song became one of my favorite Periphery songs. And now that you've taken it apart and shown some of the stuff that goes on behind the scenes, and shed light on some of those magical harmonies, I'm enthralled once again. Thank you for reminding me exactly why I freaking love this band. Super stoked to see the next song you dissect!

  • @junipervado6781
    @junipervado6781 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    21:45 That riff is from an old song of theirs called The Fast Ones, from back when Jake Veridika was their vocalist. I remember getting misty-eyed when I heard Absolomb was gonna be on P3, and hearing that riff seamlessly dance its way into the song sent my heart soaring.
    I recognised The Focus Hour in one of their studio updates for P4 and I’m ready to weep with joy.

  • @Suzukikawasaki69
    @Suzukikawasaki69 5 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    Something from The Contortionist would be really neat!
    Amazing video

    • @jacobsarvathayaparan2337
      @jacobsarvathayaparan2337 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't think Rick likes any extreme metal, all the songs he's covered by more extreme bands were softer songs. Closest thing he's come to covering extreme metal is Chop Suey

    • @hadoukengad6109
      @hadoukengad6109 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Jacob Sarvathayaparan Monochrome (Pensive) is all I’ll say :)

    • @TheApostleofRock
      @TheApostleofRock 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@jacobsarvathayaparan2337 lol Language isn't even all that extreme. Part 2 is as heavy as that album gets

    • @sleepytimegorillamuseum5220
      @sleepytimegorillamuseum5220 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      "Extreme Metal"??? The Contortionist? How many tracks if their's have you listened to? Not trying to attack you, bud, just curious. They have a tremendous amount of, "softer" music in their catalog.

  • @abuventertainment2856
    @abuventertainment2856 5 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Rick Beato good sir. You are the greatest gift from God on youtube.

  • @Adam-cn7it
    @Adam-cn7it 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Most often I watch these videos to see songs from bands that I’m already into... but this is one of those more rare occasions when I watch the video because I’ve heard of the band but don’t really know about them... then proceed to like the band.

  • @stephenmosher641
    @stephenmosher641 5 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    The best part about this was watching Misha have to re-learn stuff he wrote. Like, most of the time you hear something from him or other musicians you enjoy, it's a finished product, nicely polished. It was just really great to hear it a bit rusty and raw. Shatters the illusion a bit, in a good way.

    • @xViolentHillx
      @xViolentHillx 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Stephen Mosher everytime he showcases riffs and says "a bit sloppy let's re-track" I'm like "What? I'm only dreaming of that accuracy". It's a little intimidating

    • @timothynicholls8637
      @timothynicholls8637 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha I was more along the thinking he must of played it a thousand times how’s it not stuck in his head but then this is also my first time hearing of this band so I’m unsure how long it would of been since playing last till then

    • @stephenmosher641
      @stephenmosher641 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@xViolentHillx Yeah, he's definitely a great guitar player!

  • @chrisangela
    @chrisangela 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    To answer your question from a previous topic, has every song been written...wow, considering the complexity and uniqueness of this song, I'll guess an emphatic no. Thanks for breaking down this very intense song, I'm 58 and I'm confident musicians and the music they create will continue to inspire and amaze me until my final breathe...just wow. I'll toss in a break down request for three of my biggest guitar influences (any song would be fine), Ronnie Montrose, Pat Travers, and Frank Marino. Keep up the great work Rick!

  • @karlwoodward1
    @karlwoodward1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    This has to be my favorite "what makes this song great" entry so far! The depth in which you investigated this masterpiece is amazing in my opinion. I'd love to see more videos in the future where you "interview" the artists - if possible, haha. As a musician myself it's humbling and inspiring at the same time to see someone like Misha have to remember parts of his own work. It proves no matter how talented or top-tier bands are they are still made up of human beings. It makes lofty musical goals still seem possible for the rest of us.
    The entire "Periphery: III" album is an absolute masterpiece. I'm looking forward to your next dive into Mark's work VERY much. Their music is something that you cannot help but get sucked into in an unhealthy way, haha. Every time you listen you notice something new!
    As a side note, one of my favorite parts is watching you musically nerd out from 24:14 - 25:00, it shows how much music is deep rooted in your soul.
    Keep up the good work, Rick!

  • @chrischeney3307
    @chrischeney3307 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    P3: Select Difficulty is probably my favorite album of all time and I love the behind the scenes videos showing their process making amazing music

  • @caramel109
    @caramel109 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is also a testament to Nolly's amazing recording and mixing techniques, he's a studio genius.

  • @crow666ification
    @crow666ification 5 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    Opeth ?maybe?sometime?

    • @RohannvanRensburg
      @RohannvanRensburg 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Oh pleeeease. Ghost of Perdition.

    • @djentydjames985
      @djentydjames985 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Opeth would be AMAZING

    • @jackals8663
      @jackals8663 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      oh yes, anything from blackwater park would be awesome

  • @jmp469
    @jmp469 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I really like to see how Rick asks always for the parts that Musicians struggle with... He makes everyone human!

  • @studentsmusic
    @studentsmusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Rick is the stunning example for that you never really grow old as an open minded musician...lifetime lasting learning, fun and gaining depth...thanks so much for his contribution to us all out there - message received.

  • @pseudoillusion2556
    @pseudoillusion2556 5 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Do Plini.Another master of prog.

  • @HowFingCool
    @HowFingCool 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Rick, this is next-level stuff. GREAT episode. Porcupine Tree soon?? Maybe The Mars Volta? Or maybe some Ultravox for something really different?

  • @woundedmonk1884
    @woundedmonk1884 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Absolomb is one of my favourite songs off p3

    • @TheBrunarr
      @TheBrunarr 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Absolomb and Flatline are my favorites

  • @djentisnotagenre_
    @djentisnotagenre_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    periphery is just one of those bands that you can look at literally any song of theirs and find new things every time you listen. they’re such talented dudes and they’re definitely going to leave a mark on music history.

  • @microcolonel
    @microcolonel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Man this is brilliant. The progressive metal scene has given me such massive, emotional songs, and Periphery is a huge part of that.

  • @alejandro52612
    @alejandro52612 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Oh and yes more periphery but also check out tesseract

  • @JDsgreatz28
    @JDsgreatz28 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Being a music transcriber has to be one of the coolest jobs ever.

  • @BrodownRVA
    @BrodownRVA 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The end of this song will always be one of my favorite outros that Periphery has ever done. It's so heavy but soooo melodic. Great video, Rick!! Just started watching your channel when I saw the tool episode, and was so happy to see you had done Periphery as well, one of my all time favorites.

  • @Silentknight1171
    @Silentknight1171 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Im excited for the second Periphery one as well. Going back through all of your other videos...great stuff!

  • @NathanChristy
    @NathanChristy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Definitely join The Beato Club! The additional tabs for the videos are amazing! Thank you Rick!!

  • @vxrdrummer
    @vxrdrummer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have had the privelege of being Matt's student on drums and he is the best drummer I have come across. Periphery are the band that took me into the other realms of music. This is a great video.

  • @MelanieLovesDeathMetal
    @MelanieLovesDeathMetal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I don’t know how I’ve never seen this video but it gave me so many chills. I absolutely love this song and remembering when I first heard it live. Brings me back to good times.

  • @Alder232
    @Alder232 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would adore being able to sit and listen to periphery while being able to isolate separate tracks at will

  • @marvinroggon3168
    @marvinroggon3168 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Awesome of Misha to help here and give a little bit of insight. Awesome! Great episode

  • @BlottaMcTablets
    @BlottaMcTablets 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Holy crap, Rick.. thank you so much for tackling Periphery. One of my favorite bands. The time and effort you put into these videos is so appreciated and so worth while and your love of music shines in your work.
    Oh yeah, that second song you were talking about should be Mile Zero! Such an awesome track.

  • @Jethrospect
    @Jethrospect 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    When you start playing the vocals together with guitars is where I wet my pants. It's so damn beautiful! These guys are geniuses! I mean you don't usually hear there are some chords, not just C when Spencer starts to sing but all under that heavy bass part is a beautiful melody. I suddenly felt teary when I heard that for the first time.

  • @Wargasm644
    @Wargasm644 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You sir are just a true American badass! I love that you embrace ALL music. Your knowledge and understanding is second to none. Watching you dissect this with precision is really quite awesome. And it’s just a small cross-section of your ability. Ok, I’m done blowing you. Nice vid🤘🏻

  • @celestialaeonproject
    @celestialaeonproject 5 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Love these videos of yours and so cool that you focus on djent at times as well!

    • @MSLcorp
      @MSLcorp 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Torille

    • @pukelius4128
      @pukelius4128 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I wish Beato makes a video on some Profane Omen song but i guess it wont happen.. at least in a long time if ever.

  • @TheApostleofRock
    @TheApostleofRock 4 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Only beato could just be like "I'll just call Misha up."

  • @jamesmay6674
    @jamesmay6674 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love how you can transition from style to style and genre to genre.. dont know if I'll ever get bored of watching your vids!

  • @peter2f6
    @peter2f6 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    "it's changes like that.... that makes this song great"
    goodness gracious, Sir.... i keep playing this video over and over 🙏❤ thank you for being you and existing with us

  • @poopguy6208
    @poopguy6208 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    this video is just incredible, even with my incredibly short attention span i cant stop watching because im so intrigued

  • @jean-philippemorin1176
    @jean-philippemorin1176 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It is very nice to have Misha through this video... really nice to have his input

  • @ShadesmarRS
    @ShadesmarRS 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man your positivity on this song made me give it a proper listen and now it's on constant repeat, really love what you do Rick

  • @stavomusic
    @stavomusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everything in this video is amazing. I love Periphery so much. 2 Years later and I keep coming back

  • @nicolaschinchurreta
    @nicolaschinchurreta 5 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Dude! Do a Between the Buried and Me song!!!

    • @TheUltimateRantMedia
      @TheUltimateRantMedia 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Lay your ghosts to rest... 😍

    • @transient442
      @transient442 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nicolas Chinchurreta White Walls

    • @hiimpaul9387
      @hiimpaul9387 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Spectacular reflection!

    • @xscotx101
      @xscotx101 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Selkies: The Endless Obsession

  • @davidsixstring
    @davidsixstring 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Overall harmonies sound so good. Beautiful chords, tight as heck rhythm section, amazing sounding guitar tones, heavy bass. I'm really digging this band! Awesome song and musicians.

    • @benjio8294
      @benjio8294 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      They are my favorite band for a reason. They don’t have a song that’s anything short of phenomenal

  • @evan-moore22
    @evan-moore22 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Rick,
    Watching this video is what got me into Periphery. Thank you so much. I absolutely love everything you do!

  • @nathanhunt9105
    @nathanhunt9105 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've started listening to these guys pretty recently (it might have been because I started watching this video) and they're absolutely amazing.
    Now that this video was recommended again, I'll actually watch all of it (after listening to the song the whole way through).

  • @x9uij3rWD
    @x9uij3rWD 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wow this song is great I should start listening to these guys again

  • @aiyka_music
    @aiyka_music 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Never clicked faster on a Rick beato video !! And my favourite song absolomb as well !!

  • @Logan_treinos
    @Logan_treinos 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the best Periphery songs. Man everything in this songs gives me goosebumps. I can't explain. I hope they come back to Brazil soon so I can go to their concert FINALLY

  • @8thlvlMage
    @8thlvlMage 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I can't imagine how incredible music must sound to this guy. I'm sure he can find something to appreciate in any song!

  • @RoccoPezzin
    @RoccoPezzin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So glad you chose this song, these guys are amazing!

  • @CastToVoid
    @CastToVoid 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Not a Periphery fan, but seeing Misha explain it, being chill and totally not afraid to share and play some bum notes in the progress - inspiring!

  • @aAdamToRemember
    @aAdamToRemember 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Probably the coolest video on TH-cam! The appreciation you show when you hear parts you enjoy and having misha in to show parts and explain is such an awesome idea excellent work !!!

  • @dillon3433
    @dillon3433 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've watched this video so many times, and every time I just think about how great Periphery is at composing music!

  • @negromister
    @negromister 5 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    “Here’s the Darkglass”. Damn it Rick, why do you have *every piece of gear*? 😂

    • @RickBeato
      @RickBeato  5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Tools of the trade my friend. There are very few great Bass DI’s for rock and this is one of them.

    • @negromister
      @negromister 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I so wanna get one, but they're not cheap. Keep up the great work, Rick, you're making our lives much better.

    • @TheProgGuy
      @TheProgGuy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@negromister I got the B7K Ultra about 9 months ago and it's quite honestly one of the best purchases i've made, even though it's a good $400 for the pedal. It blows everyone away that hears the tones you can get from the thing, especially the overdrive/distortion which sounds natural and full, not brittle and metallic like every other bass distortion.

  • @an0va
    @an0va 5 ปีที่แล้ว +188

    is anyone else jealous of rick beato's hair?????

    • @misterknightowlandco
      @misterknightowlandco 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I wish I had that hair now, let alone when I get to his age. lol

    • @paoloscarpellini
      @paoloscarpellini 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He's a kickass worgen

    • @Mist_R
      @Mist_R 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m 24 and jealous of his hair, geez

    • @z.s.n.
      @z.s.n. 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fuckin a

    • @whatbreaksthesilence8508
      @whatbreaksthesilence8508 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I'm actually jealous of the fact that he can just casually call Misha to explain the riffs

  • @TheCyrax87
    @TheCyrax87 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was the best explanation of their music I've seen. It's nice to hear all of the instruments isolated as well.

  • @michelemolinari2940
    @michelemolinari2940 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    It is such a good sensation to see that all of your "What makes this song great" videos were written by my fav bands. That makes me feel like after all, I have good taste in music, despite what most of people I know think.
    Thank you Rick. You are awakening the passion for music in me.

  • @VOYAGEUR-YT
    @VOYAGEUR-YT 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Please do Mastodon!

  • @narutobroken
    @narutobroken 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    10:29 OMG that sounds incredible

  • @fondfarewell2
    @fondfarewell2 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    When you break it down like that, it really makes you appreciate the song that much more. awesome analysis.

  • @taeojohnston
    @taeojohnston 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    22:10 creating unresolved uncertainty is so powerful in that pre-chorus