It wouldn't be something much people would appreciate, since i see a lot of people fail to see what is the actual meaning deep within the music, they just notice whats on the surface if you know what i mean
@@victors.6255 Daniel Liljekvist? He kicked some serious ass in Subdive. Check out their song "Gasoline". It's not like Katatonia, but pretty groovy. If I'm remembering correctly I think both of the Norrman's are in that band too. I don't think they ever made it very big.
Haha, I came to the comments to say that while Agalloch probably haven't got any requests on the channel, he'd probably enjoy it as a composer, as they have an interesting "style", and should check it out sometime, in his own time or whatever... I'm pleasantly surprised. Take my upvote, maybe he actually checks it out sometime, I didn't expect him to do Katatonia either.
Such an underrated band. Not that they are small time, but they are so unique, and make such amazing artistic choices in their writing. They really deserve to be way bigger than they are.
I feel the same way as you, I've followed Katatonia since the beginning, seen all the changes and they always nail it with the changes they make, I don't know many bands that can do that and still sound great, I still go back to their old stuff depending on my mood
This is a really interesting band: They started by being an extreme metal band playing Death Doom metal (A version of Death metal that has a strong emphasis on very slow tempos and repetition to create a lot of atmosphere while still having very aggressive distorted sound and vocals) but their career took a turn for a more moderate style of metal driven by clean vocals and diving deeper into the atmospheric elements with a very tasteful use of electronics and production. Very unlike most other metal bands but not quite like most Rock or Prog acts either.
I love Katatonia, and this track is up there for fav Katatonia songs. Doom metal sort of predates death metal, so I would describe death-doom as doom metal with harsh vocals. Death-doom is excellent and has many awesome bands. Another band that followed a similar progression to Katatonia, in terms of genre shifting is Anathema.
I've been listening to one or two of their newer albums for years, so when I went back and listened to the rest of their work chronologically, I was absolutely shocked at where they started. I haven't heard many bands with an evolution like that.
The thing that really jumps out about this, with this drummer who has since left the group, is how deep his grooves are and how unique his fills are, unlike anyone else's I have heard. The devil is in the details on this drummer's deep grooves and his fills...simply amazing!
Jonas Renkse is an absolute genius. A drummer that became a lead singer/screamer (who also plays bass in the heaviest band on the planet - Bloodbath) who then came into singing clean vocals so as to not completely lose his voice. He also writes almost all of Katatonia's music currently and plays most of the instruments in the studio for demos (keyboards, guitar, drums, bass). He may have the most deeply emotive voice in rock/metal at this point. When he sings you feel an intense ache of sadness to the marrow. Don't even get me started on his lyrics... Only through deep humility and hard life work can anyone arrive at art on this level.
@@maurobilotti I think music is emotion, katatonia are masters of it, but I think music is not a competition between who is more complex or who has it longer...that's why I say it's time to listen to Soen...
A reactor that did the RIGHT starter song for a change...This is where you begin with Katatonia, the rest is all up to you. Greatest band on earth (in my opinion)
Agreed. Probably my (current) favorite Katatonia song, though Inheritance would have also been a great choice. They have such a wide range of songs, even within an album, that I have trouble picking favorites.
One of my favorite band along with Antimatter, still do not accept that the ignorant market has kept them so underrated ... Jonas Renkse is a legit poet! His lyrics goes through your brain straight to your heart... Let me put it this way, his music is made with sutil and high vibration that only awake beings can hear because is our inner self who does it...majority, sad to say it but still is sleeping...😢 I dare to say that 99% of their music the last 20 years has been pure poetry with underline messages... Now is the time to wake up ❤
I can listen to Katatonia in every mood. They may be very melancholic but they fill me up with a sense of hope, lyrically it is so positive, musically it is packed in melancholy. Anathema too, since "We're here because we're here" they are positive lyrically too. But I understand your opinions about melancholy lets make you feel sad.
If I had to HIGHLY recommend a band to react/listen to, it would be FAIR TO MIDLAND. They're unfortunately busted up, but are THE most unique and awesome band that I've ever listened to.
Katatonia have some of the best musical economy in the business. Renske and Nystrom just have this knack for never letting a phrasing overstay it's welcome, nor depart too soon. The manner in which they shift accents and timing around comes off as effortless, and even after 2 decades of listening to them avidly, I still find myself catching little nuances I missed before. They always manage to trick your expectations, and ear, in the most delightful of ways, often resolving melodies in unanticipated fashion, from one album to the next, one song to the next, one note to the next. Much like my sentiments for Opeth, I find myself honored to bear witness and feel like a part of their continual evolution. Katatonia is musical integrity/sincerety of the highest order. Your really breaking down some great songs from somene great bands man, and doing so in very interesting detail, so hats off to you man. If anyone out there is doing it better than you, I haven't seen em yet.
I'd love him to react to some of their more intimate, strong and "sad" songs such as God's Acre and Fortune. One of them two would be a blessing since they make me cry every time I listen to them.
So many brilliant songs to choose from: Lotus for the entire beauty of the song, Fraccions for the multi-rhythmic patterns, The Words for a better appreciation of Joel's voice ... And the many many songs that show off the proficiency of the entire band.
FINALLY. Last time I searced "Katatonia reaction" on TH-cam, it was just a bunch of people nodding along through the song, then saying "Yeah, that was ok... Ok, that's the end of the video, don't forget to like and subscribe--" Like, yes, I know their music is not the easiest to get into as "just a listener", like you put it, but come on... They're my favourite band and I'm seeing them live on Saturday :)
What I mean by "not easy to get into" is that their songs are quite much calmer and more subtle than many other metal bands, so people who are "just listeners" of music, miss out on the talent for a while before seeing it. They might even seem boring or lame to them, because they're used to music where a lot is happening, more obviously than in a Katatonia song.
holy shit, ive watched a ton of your videos over the whole covid lockdown thing and i never expected to see katatonia on here. insanely underrated band.
This was Awesome!!! I've only learned about Katatonia in the last 3yrs, from My Twin sister... @ 10m35s Absolutely Loved you're "I know most of you just went into labor" comment.... having yelled at the screen often, for that very thing, it was Soooo much fun being with You this time as a "first-time listener" for this song, didn't hurt my feelings at all, and understood your stop. Love You're stuff Sooo Much!!! Sorry had to edit, Soil's Song, My Twin, In The White, Deliberation... well "Great Cold Distance" is so far my favorite album....
YESSS! Katatonia rules!I kinda love how the signature sound of the band came about more or less by accident. They started out as more of a death metal band, and singer Jonas Renkse used to do death growls, but he started to have problems with his vocal cords and the story goes that a doctor basically told him that if he kept singing that way, he would eventually lose his voice completely. So he switched to doing clean vocals, which in turn changed the band's sound - and thank heavens for that.
I have heard that story before and wondered if it was true. I appreciate every iteration of this band. I dig the clean vocals. Glad they were able to continue and the change it brought to their music. Everything happens for a reason I guess.
I very rarely comment on videos but here it is - love your channel so far and LOVE Katatonia. Please give them another spin soon. Cheers and keep rolling!
Fucking great video mate, never usually comment on stuff but first time watching your channel, that first 5 mins brought me to tears genuine! Emotional wreck at the moment and somehow Katatonia push those buttons! That bass and kick….. ooofff! Keep up the good work, will watch more
Eleven albums in, and they always evolve without losing the sound makes them unique, and sets them apart. True art. Musically, I would hate to follow them onstage. Best of luck suckers!!!
Since you're doing Swedish stuff, you should definitely deep dive into Cult of Luna! Soon they are releasing other pieces of music. My suggestion for COL is "The Fall" or "I: The Weapon". Spoiler alert they have 2 drummers!
I recently discovered the band Katatonia and I can't stop listening to them. They definitely have their own sound. The tasteful playing, interesting melodies, great vocals and harmonies, and surprising rhythms that keep you on your toes. Great stuff!
Im so glad you picked up on the vocals coming in at an unusual time. Katatonia does that a lot! The vocals are layed over the songs so dynamically. They're incredible.
Katatonia In The White and My twin are best. All The great Cold Distance is great. You can also listen to some Paradise Lost and Hanging Garden songs. They may have similar traits
Absolutely one of my favorite bands and perhaps one of the best of all time in my opinion. Night is the New Day is one of my top 3 favorite albums and i enjoy every one of their albums so much.
Fun Fact: Jonas Renkse (Katatonia's singer) and Anders Nyström (guitar and main songwriter) are members of a death metal supergroup called Bloodbath along with Martin Axenrot, Opeth's current drummer. Mikael Akerfeldt (Opeth's singer and songwriter) was a member of the band as well, but left several years ago.
Katatonia has a really diverse catalogue and their current sound stands out quite nicely. It's also interesting how their sound has evolved and "matured" over the years. And appreciate how you spoke about the vocals. Jonas has some of the best vocal phrasings I've ever heard.
The video I found your channel by, think you're due for some more Katatonia ;) They did an acoustic version of this entire album where they took the original stems for the vocals and synths, and then replaced the drums, electric bass, and distorted guitars with acoustic guitars and bass, piano, and some more strings. Imo that version of the album is even better, the atmosphere it carries is just phenomenal. I'd love to see you react to the "acoustic" version from Dethroned and Uncrowned ", and see you compare the two tracks and the changes. Awwwright
As a Swede, I'm blown away that you did a reaction to this underappreciated band. You do NOT bla bla bla too much. I love your input on details I haven't thought about, even though I've heard the songs hundreds of times. ;) Would love if you did Soen soon. Either Lotus if you're in a bluesy mode, or Dissident from their latest album.
Nice pick bro. Katatonia is criminally underrated. Great band. Spot on with your assessment. His vocals are deceptively tricky with the phrasing and melodies/ harmonies. Great rhythm section and guitarwork. So smart and creative... those two elements are not always married seamlessly together but they seem to be naturals at it. It all just feels right and flows smoothly.
I think it's cool that you key in on what all these great bass players do for the music you're listening to. It's nice to give them some recognition because they really do tie it all together. Thanks for your work to make these videos happen. Much appreciated!
OLD COMPOSER, love your reactions, it seems to me so sincere, i think you can enjoy metal as well, i'm happy when people find the beauty in xtreme music 🤘 stay safe my friend
Man, so glad u found Katatonia. They have a huge treasure chest packed with gems of songs. You should also check out the swedish band LETTERS FROM THE COLONY!!
I've loved Katatonia for a very long time, they're incredibly talented musicians and have changed up their genre in the way of all good progressive bands over the past 25 or 30 years (or however long it's been I've lost track).
Favorite band of all time. And their sound has really evolved over the years. If you are open to experiencing a different side of them, definitely recommend checking out 'Brave' - it has Opeth's Mikael Akerfeldt on the vocals and it's brutal and heart-wrenchingly beautiful at the same time. I know that you don't look at the lyrics when reacting (understandable), but with Katatonia, that's the major takeaways for anyone who loves this band to death, besides Jonas's vocals i.e. A natural progression from here would be Anathema, Riverside, Lunatic Soul, or Pineapple Thief. I'd recommend the following tracks: Anathema - Are you there? (The story behind the song is truly heartbreaking) or One last goodbye (for the amazing guitar solo) Riverside - Second life syndrome Lunatic Soul - Lunatic Soul Pineapple thief - The final thing on my mind. Thanks again. Solid reaction!
They were very old when they made this album , they had so many changes through their career ..you should try something from "the great cold distance" album , maybe "July" would be cool .
I just love Katatonia, it's one of my favorite bands. You should check out the songs Last Song Before the Fade & Shifts from the album The Fall of Hearts. For me, album of the year 2016. And I would also like to draw your attention to Cynic - Veil of Maya. And I am still here...
Kayo Dot - The Manifold Curiosity Just throwing that up first to see if anyone upvotes. Fingers crossed! More importantly though... Been binging on these for a week now, and you’ve already become my favorite music reaction channel! Just the perfect amount of pure reaction plus analysis and education. I hope you keep this up forever, I’m even watching videos on bands I’ve never listened to before and expanding my own horizons. Super appreciate it dude, I look forward to your videos every day!
Kayo Dot is cool. I would also recommend Maudlin of the Well, the band that led up to Kayo Dot. Songs: Heaven and Weak, They Aren't All Beautiful, Girl With a Watering Can.
@@benrichardson7306 hell yeah, that would be awesome too. I tend to prefer maudlin of the Well myself, I'm just incredibly curious to see how a composer would react to something like Kayo Dot given how completely unconventional they are. Really though any Toby Driver or motW/KO.-alum project on this channel would be amazing.
Dude!, I’ve bit my tongue long enough.. this is the first time I’ve commented on TH-cam period in like 7 yrs. It’s an awesome experience watching the music I’ve loved for years, truly move you as it’s moved me. Tool started you on this path correct? How you haven’t done Stinkfist, from Aenima... is beyond me! Is no one telling you? Then Deftones, drive.. from around the fur. If you do those 2 I’ll suggest things that aren’t even on your radar and probably never will be. And btw.. decomposer is a pretty funny shtick, but I cld swear this experience is renewing you more than anything!
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A band I feel is very underrated, don't see many people reacting to them.
I came here to say the exact same thing. Those dudes don't get nearly enough praise
It wouldn't be something much people would appreciate, since i see a lot of people fail to see what is the actual meaning deep within the music, they just notice whats on the surface if you know what i mean
They are, in my opinion, the KINGS of hard/progressive rock/metal. Their original drummer was CRIMINALLY underrated.
@@victors.6255 Daniel Liljekvist? He kicked some serious ass in Subdive. Check out their song "Gasoline". It's not like Katatonia, but pretty groovy. If I'm remembering correctly I think both of the Norrman's are in that band too. I don't think they ever made it very big.
Extremely under-rated. It is one band that I can introduce people to, and 9 times out of ten they like them.
I am absolutely thrilled to see Katatonia getting some attention. Beautiful, dark music with remarkable musicality, composition and arrangement.
same , we need to band together and push more reactors...this would be a great intro to the band
Katatonia has had so many great songs along their long career.
I love Katatonia. I never expected to hear anyone react to one of their tunes.
Same!
The Great Cold Distance really pulled me into their stuff, but also never expected them to be on a reaction channel.
Kudos to whoever recommended them.
Katatonia has way too many good songs for how little people are reacting or talking about them. I agree, so glad he found them.
@@eatower2 *too many good albums.
Agalloch - In The Shadow of Our Pale Companion
Great idea!
Agalloch will blow him away!
th-cam.com/video/GvkavKug9jg/w-d-xo.html Here's the link for it :)
Haha, I came to the comments to say that while Agalloch probably haven't got any requests on the channel, he'd probably enjoy it as a composer, as they have an interesting "style", and should check it out sometime, in his own time or whatever... I'm pleasantly surprised. Take my upvote, maybe he actually checks it out sometime, I didn't expect him to do Katatonia either.
Epic somg
Such an underrated band. Not that they are small time, but they are so unique, and make such amazing artistic choices in their writing. They really deserve to be way bigger than they are.
Katatonia is one of the most important band in my life, thank you for listened to
I feel the same way as you, I've followed Katatonia since the beginning, seen all the changes and they always nail it with the changes they make, I don't know many bands that can do that and still sound great, I still go back to their old stuff depending on my mood
This is a really interesting band: They started by being an extreme metal band playing Death Doom metal (A version of Death metal that has a strong emphasis on very slow tempos and repetition to create a lot of atmosphere while still having very aggressive distorted sound and vocals) but their career took a turn for a more moderate style of metal driven by clean vocals and diving deeper into the atmospheric elements with a very tasteful use of electronics and production. Very unlike most other metal bands but not quite like most Rock or Prog acts either.
Don't forget an entire album with Mikael Åkerfeldt from Opeth :)
I love Katatonia, and this track is up there for fav Katatonia songs. Doom metal sort of predates death metal, so I would describe death-doom as doom metal with harsh vocals. Death-doom is excellent and has many awesome bands. Another band that followed a similar progression to Katatonia, in terms of genre shifting is Anathema.
I've been listening to one or two of their newer albums for years, so when I went back and listened to the rest of their work chronologically, I was absolutely shocked at where they started. I haven't heard many bands with an evolution like that.
Great description. I think of them as 'easy listening metal' :P
Yep, a very unique extremely talented band. They have so many damn good songs it's crazy. It's like a sort of depressive rock/metal.
The thing that really jumps out about this, with this drummer who has since left the group, is how deep his grooves are and how unique his fills are, unlike anyone else's I have heard. The devil is in the details on this drummer's deep grooves and his fills...simply amazing!
Jonas Renkse is an absolute genius. A drummer that became a lead singer/screamer (who also plays bass in the heaviest band on the planet - Bloodbath) who then came into singing clean vocals so as to not completely lose his voice. He also writes almost all of Katatonia's music currently and plays most of the instruments in the studio for demos (keyboards, guitar, drums, bass). He may have the most deeply emotive voice in rock/metal at this point. When he sings you feel an intense ache of sadness to the marrow. Don't even get me started on his lyrics... Only through deep humility and hard life work can anyone arrive at art on this level.
Katatonia are poetry ...it's time to listening SOEN
I've listened "Cognitive " good work, superband.
Katatonia is way more complex than Soen. Soen is good, but after a few listens you get that everything is pretty "verse/chorus/bridge/chorus"
@@maurobilotti I think music is emotion, katatonia are masters of it, but I think music is not a competition between who is more complex or who has it longer...that's why I say it's time to listen to Soen...
A reactor that did the RIGHT starter song for a change...This is where you begin with Katatonia, the rest is all up to you. Greatest band on earth (in my opinion)
This song is a-maz-ing.
Almost every album by them has got a song that can work like a hook. This one does the same for Dead End Kings I believe.
Agreed. Probably my (current) favorite Katatonia song, though Inheritance would have also been a great choice. They have such a wide range of songs, even within an album, that I have trouble picking favorites.
Yeah deffo in their top 3, and, by some angles of view, the greatest band on earth.
They are my favourite as well. Truly inspirational music ❤
yes, Katatonia is a hidden gem
Katatonia is in my top five for sure!
You need to listen to this Polish band “Riverside” “Second Life Syndrome” is like a modern Pink Floyd
Second this!
@Vlad the Inhaler Thanks mate...your life is different once you listen to opeth
Yes this ^^^
Ooh! I´m intrigued. PinkFloys is one of the best bands ever walked the face of this earth so my expectations are SKY high
That one, or "Left Out" or "Escalator Shrine", all great songs.
One of my most favorite things about Katatonia is exactly what he's mentioning, none of their songs sound like songs "should" and it's awesome
Just if you didn't read it so far: the singer of Katatonia is the same guy who sang the bridge in the OCEAN song you just heard a few days ago. ;-)
And now...October....
This time you won't be needing me
To run along the freeway
To weigh one's heart against the oncoming dark....
❤❤❤
I just love the band. And looove this song. I never knew why... :) Glad I'm not alone in this!
Katatonia is awesome! I swear some of the best music I’ve heard in years is coming out of Sweden!
The drummer is a beast on this one!
The quality of this song is otherwordly, a mystery. Forever one of greatest tunes I've ever heard.
Katatonia has kept me alive for 15 + years. Easily my favourite band, and the most impactful in my life.
One of my favorite band along with Antimatter, still do not accept that the ignorant market has kept them so underrated ... Jonas Renkse is a legit poet!
His lyrics goes through your brain straight to your heart...
Let me put it this way, his music is made with sutil and high vibration that only awake beings can hear because is our inner self who does it...majority, sad to say it but still is sleeping...😢
I dare to say that 99% of their music the last 20 years has been pure poetry with underline messages...
Now is the time to wake up ❤
Katatonia is such an underrated band
You just reminded why I love this song so much! New album out soon, can’t wait.
These guys are so good at what they're doing that I refuse to listen to them anymore, because they make me feel sad even when my mood is great
I feel that so much, i stopped listening to Anathema for that very reason....too deep!
I can listen to Katatonia in every mood. They may be very melancholic but they fill me up with a sense of hope, lyrically it is so positive, musically it is packed in melancholy. Anathema too, since "We're here because we're here" they are positive lyrically too. But I understand your opinions about melancholy lets make you feel sad.
If I had to HIGHLY recommend a band to react/listen to, it would be FAIR TO MIDLAND. They're unfortunately busted up, but are THE most unique and awesome band that I've ever listened to.
I second that! In fact, I may have suggested them once before. ;)
You know, they remind me of Rishloo somewhat.
This is an interesting find. Thanx
I second that, FTM is an amazing band!
Fair to Midland were amazing, I miss them every day. They really 'saved' me during a very difficult phase.
I third that!!!
I'm still here. My fav band
Katatonia have some of the best musical economy in the business. Renske and Nystrom just have this knack for never letting a phrasing overstay it's welcome, nor depart too soon. The manner in which they shift accents and timing around comes off as effortless, and even after 2 decades of listening to them avidly, I still find myself catching little nuances I missed before. They always manage to trick your expectations, and ear, in the most delightful of ways, often resolving melodies in unanticipated fashion, from one album to the next, one song to the next, one note to the next. Much like my sentiments for Opeth, I find myself honored to bear witness and feel like a part of their continual evolution. Katatonia is musical integrity/sincerety of the highest order. Your really breaking down some great songs from somene great bands man, and doing so in very interesting detail, so hats off to you man. If anyone out there is doing it better than you, I haven't seen em yet.
I cannot agree enough!
Anyone wanna recommend him Soen? 😀
YESYESYESYESYESYESEYSESYEYSYEYSYSYEYYYESEY
doit
I'll doitto
PLEASE
I did it. Anyone else?
I'd love him to react to some of their more intimate, strong and "sad" songs such as God's Acre and Fortune. One of them two would be a blessing since they make me cry every time I listen to them.
So many brilliant songs to choose from: Lotus for the entire beauty of the song, Fraccions for the multi-rhythmic patterns, The Words for a better appreciation of Joel's voice ... And the many many songs that show off the proficiency of the entire band.
One of my top 5 bands, so glad you reacted to one of their songs.
Katatonia’s song “Takeover” is incredible as well!
Bravissimo.
Complimenti per la tua splendida reazione.
Hypnos and Takeover 2 incredible pieces also. Katatonia has incredible dynamics. Jonas’s lyrics are poetic wizardry
Favorite band. This is one of my favorite songs. Shifts and Hypnone is the best.
FINALLY. Last time I searced "Katatonia reaction" on TH-cam, it was just a bunch of people nodding along through the song, then saying "Yeah, that was ok... Ok, that's the end of the video, don't forget to like and subscribe--" Like, yes, I know their music is not the easiest to get into as "just a listener", like you put it, but come on...
They're my favourite band and I'm seeing them live on Saturday :)
What I mean by "not easy to get into" is that their songs are quite much calmer and more subtle than many other metal bands, so people who are "just listeners" of music, miss out on the talent for a while before seeing it. They might even seem boring or lame to them, because they're used to music where a lot is happening, more obviously than in a Katatonia song.
If this song doesn't pull at your heart strings, check your pulse. Just full of emotion.
holy shit, ive watched a ton of your videos over the whole covid lockdown thing and i never expected to see katatonia on here. insanely underrated band.
One of my absolute favourite Bands.
Been listening too them for over 19 years :D
This was Awesome!!! I've only learned about Katatonia in the last 3yrs, from My Twin sister... @ 10m35s Absolutely Loved you're "I know most of you just went into labor" comment.... having yelled at the screen often, for that very thing, it was Soooo much fun being with You this time as a "first-time listener" for this song, didn't hurt my feelings at all, and understood your stop. Love You're stuff Sooo Much!!!
Sorry had to edit, Soil's Song, My Twin, In The White, Deliberation... well "Great Cold Distance" is so far my favorite album....
Katatonia is so underrated! So atmospheric and dark.
They released a live acoustic concert "Sanctitude" where they played this song. Beautiful.
Huge band! Greetings from Greece!
This band continues to be the most underrated band in my playlist. It amazes me that I find first video reacting to them. Much love. Subscribed!!
Tesseract - Hexes
Can't believe you actually did it, i requested it so often! Thanks a lot
YESSS! Katatonia rules!I kinda love how the signature sound of the band came about more or less by accident. They started out as more of a death metal band, and singer Jonas Renkse used to do death growls, but he started to have problems with his vocal cords and the story goes that a doctor basically told him that if he kept singing that way, he would eventually lose his voice completely. So he switched to doing clean vocals, which in turn changed the band's sound - and thank heavens for that.
I have heard that story before and wondered if it was true. I appreciate every iteration of this band. I dig the clean vocals. Glad they were able to continue and the change it brought to their music. Everything happens for a reason I guess.
So happy to see you cover Katatonia!! I love this band!!
this fantastic band is so underrated. lucky us, who appreciate hem.
I very rarely comment on videos but here it is - love your channel so far and LOVE Katatonia. Please give them another spin soon. Cheers and keep rolling!
Fucking great video mate, never usually comment on stuff but first time watching your channel, that first 5 mins brought me to tears genuine! Emotional wreck at the moment and somehow Katatonia push those buttons! That bass and kick….. ooofff!
Keep up the good work, will watch more
Eleven albums in, and they always evolve without losing the sound makes them unique, and sets them apart. True art. Musically, I would hate to follow them onstage. Best of luck suckers!!!
My Favourite Band.
Katatonia are excellent. Love to see it here!
great band, huge influence on my music
Katatonia is one of a couple bands tbat got me through some dark times. I recommend Journey Through Pressure
Since you're doing Swedish stuff, you should definitely deep dive into Cult of Luna! Soon they are releasing other pieces of music. My suggestion for COL is "The Fall" or "I: The Weapon". Spoiler alert they have 2 drummers!
If we're going this way, I will suggest Isis or Russian Circles instead of Cult of Luna... but it's just about my personal taste. ;-)
Their acoustic version of Passing Through still gives me chills.
THANK YOU! Been listening to this band about 10 years ago, completely forgot about it.I am going to relive some memories now.
Great Suggestion
Yes, Cult of Luna please!
I recently discovered the band Katatonia and I can't stop listening to them. They definitely have their own sound. The tasteful playing, interesting melodies, great vocals and harmonies, and surprising rhythms that keep you on your toes. Great stuff!
Im so glad you picked up on the vocals coming in at an unusual time. Katatonia does that a lot! The vocals are layed over the songs so dynamically. They're incredible.
Katatonia In The White and My twin are best. All The great Cold Distance is great. You can also listen to some Paradise Lost and Hanging Garden songs. They may have similar traits
Absolutely one of my favorite bands and perhaps one of the best of all time in my opinion.
Night is the New Day is one of my top 3 favorite albums and i enjoy every one of their albums so much.
Please revisit this band for your 30 day countdown! So many gems in their catalog!
For example check out New Night
Crazy to believe thay Katatonia was formed in 1991. And still going strong! 🤘🖤🤘🖤
you should listen to Caligula's horse - "Bloom" and "Marigold" they are 2 different songs but they are meant to be played 1after another.
Fun Fact: Jonas Renkse (Katatonia's singer) and Anders Nyström (guitar and main songwriter) are members of a death metal supergroup called Bloodbath along with Martin Axenrot, Opeth's current drummer. Mikael Akerfeldt (Opeth's singer and songwriter) was a member of the band as well, but left several years ago.
Katatonia has a really diverse catalogue and their current sound stands out quite nicely. It's also interesting how their sound has evolved and "matured" over the years.
And appreciate how you spoke about the vocals. Jonas has some of the best vocal phrasings I've ever heard.
The video I found your channel by, think you're due for some more Katatonia ;)
They did an acoustic version of this entire album where they took the original stems for the vocals and synths, and then replaced the drums, electric bass, and distorted guitars with acoustic guitars and bass, piano, and some more strings.
Imo that version of the album is even better, the atmosphere it carries is just phenomenal.
I'd love to see you react to the "acoustic" version from Dethroned and Uncrowned ", and see you compare the two tracks and the changes.
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totally wish youd do more katatonia, they have a bunch of interesting stuff
At this point you just seem to be working yourself through my whole record collection!
This band are fantastic and deserve more reactions in general.Thanks for this one, great stuff! Enjoying the vids
I love how they just play around with rhythms and flowing around in between them like water.. It's just magical. Love Katatonia.
This video alone deserves a subscribe to your channel.
When I listen to Katatonia I get a deep melancholic feeling in my chest, I really like that you made this video
As a Swede, I'm blown away that you did a reaction to this underappreciated band. You do NOT bla bla bla too much. I love your input on details I haven't thought about, even though I've heard the songs hundreds of times. ;)
Would love if you did Soen soon. Either Lotus if you're in a bluesy mode, or Dissident from their latest album.
Thanks for doing Katatonia! One of my favorite bands. They are amazing!
Nice pick bro. Katatonia is criminally underrated. Great band. Spot on with your assessment. His vocals are deceptively tricky with the phrasing and melodies/ harmonies. Great rhythm section and guitarwork. So smart and creative... those two elements are not always married seamlessly together but they seem to be naturals at it. It all just feels right and flows smoothly.
I think it's cool that you key in on what all these great bass players do for the music you're listening to. It's nice to give them some recognition because they really do tie it all together. Thanks for your work to make these videos happen. Much appreciated!
This band is so close to my heart.
One of my favorite bands!! Thanks for the reaction!
Katatonia - Dispossession
Katatonia - Unfurl
Katatonia - My twin
Vandraren
Tonight's music!
Dispossession was one of the first full songs I ever learned, and I used it to hone my improvisation skills to extend the short solo Blakkheim does.
Darkness coming!!!!
Katatonia is pure Art!
OLD COMPOSER, love your reactions, it seems to me so sincere, i think you can enjoy metal as well, i'm happy when people find the beauty in xtreme music 🤘 stay safe my friend
I'm so glad you're checking them out!!
Man, so glad u found Katatonia. They have a huge treasure chest packed with gems of songs. You should also check out the swedish band LETTERS FROM THE COLONY!!
I've loved Katatonia for a very long time, they're incredibly talented musicians and have changed up their genre in the way of all good progressive bands over the past 25 or 30 years (or however long it's been I've lost track).
I'm glad that someone is finally looking at Katatonia. Amazing band. I found them in about 2006 and I have absolutely fallen in love with them.
i prefer their early stuff, but i highly respect bands like this who feel they have exhausted a genre so they change, adapt, evolve, and progress
If Katatonia, then Idle Blood or Sulfur. The third one's got to be Evidence. You know you want to hear it.
The fact that you react to Katatonia gives me so much joy!
Favorite band of all time. And their sound has really evolved over the years. If you are open to experiencing a different side of them, definitely recommend checking out 'Brave' - it has Opeth's Mikael Akerfeldt on the vocals and it's brutal and heart-wrenchingly beautiful at the same time. I know that you don't look at the lyrics when reacting (understandable), but with Katatonia, that's the major takeaways for anyone who loves this band to death, besides Jonas's vocals i.e.
A natural progression from here would be Anathema, Riverside, Lunatic Soul, or Pineapple Thief. I'd recommend the following tracks:
Anathema - Are you there? (The story behind the song is truly heartbreaking) or One last goodbye (for the amazing guitar solo)
Riverside - Second life syndrome
Lunatic Soul - Lunatic Soul
Pineapple thief - The final thing on my mind.
Thanks again. Solid reaction!
The best, or at least my favourite, alt metal band.
Amazing to see a reaction to Katatonia, truly wonderful group. Maybe there's hope that Therion will get a spot too.
They were very old when they made this album , they had so many changes through their career ..you should try something from "the great cold distance" album , maybe "July" would be cool .
Such a nice surprise seeing a reaction to Katatonia! Love it!!!
I just love Katatonia, it's one of my favorite bands. You should check out the songs Last Song Before the Fade & Shifts from the album The Fall of Hearts. For me, album of the year 2016. And I would also like to draw your attention to Cynic - Veil of Maya. And I am still here...
My album of the year that year also. And my fav Katatonia album.
@@themetalpig7613 I agree, best Katatonia album ever...
One of my All-Time-Favourite songs from Katatonia. Thanks for this reaction
More Katatonia please!
Kayo Dot - The Manifold Curiosity
Just throwing that up first to see if anyone upvotes. Fingers crossed! More importantly though...
Been binging on these for a week now, and you’ve already become my favorite music reaction channel! Just the perfect amount of pure reaction plus analysis and education. I hope you keep this up forever, I’m even watching videos on bands I’ve never listened to before and expanding my own horizons. Super appreciate it dude, I look forward to your videos every day!
Kayo Dot is cool. I would also recommend Maudlin of the Well, the band that led up to Kayo Dot. Songs: Heaven and Weak, They Aren't All Beautiful, Girl With a Watering Can.
@@benrichardson7306 hell yeah, that would be awesome too. I tend to prefer maudlin of the Well myself, I'm just incredibly curious to see how a composer would react to something like Kayo Dot given how completely unconventional they are.
Really though any Toby Driver or motW/KO.-alum project on this channel would be amazing.
Dude!, I’ve bit my tongue long enough.. this is the first time I’ve commented on TH-cam period in like 7 yrs. It’s an awesome experience watching the music I’ve loved for years, truly move you as it’s moved me. Tool started you on this path correct? How you haven’t done Stinkfist, from Aenima... is beyond me! Is no one telling you? Then Deftones, drive.. from around the fur. If you do those 2 I’ll suggest things that aren’t even on your radar and probably never will be. And btw.. decomposer is a pretty funny shtick, but I cld swear this experience is renewing you more than anything!