Louis released the recorded version of change. You wanted to hear that so i thought I'll mention. And listen to the other two tracks he had released... And please do the lyrics analysis for this one, as you did for walls. The lyrics in this one is just *chef's kiss
Hi Blake, I love your channel! Can you do a reaction to BTS's leader RM's new song which came out this Friday, 'Wildflower? His entire new album INDIGO is an absolute masterpiece and has features from Anderson Paak, Erykah Badu and other greats! 🔥🔥
I mean it is all a taste thing, everyone has a different taste, BUT I don't understand how one could rate this album badly. It's a real masterpiece!!!!
Some people just dislike Louis or they were promoting Bruce Springsteen album... They were promoting the second one as album of the week, besides the radio promo...
Louis has a lot of haters. Haters gonna hate. They’re all - LIKE ALL OF THEM- mad Harry Stan’s, or ppl who think it’s just funny to hate on him bc they’ve seen their friends do it online (like the ppl who call him orphan which is just 😐). I’m totally ok if ppl don’t like artists I like music. I love Sam fender, Louis, Lana del Rey, Arctic monkeys, frank ocean, Paramore, daughter, rina sawayama, luke hemmings, Sabrina carpenter, etc. Lots of ppl won’t like their music and that’s ok but when u clearly passionately hate an artist just bc you’re a fan of his ex co worker ur opinion is no longer worth much bc you’re just biased. The person who wrote the guardians review for louis’ album has been hate tweeting Louis for YEARS. As a journalism student there’s nothing that pisses me off more - biased journalism. It truly just boils down to that.
@@Dannalasapa Louis has us with him until the end. We will gather more people because Louis is talented. Just patience and positivity, because Louis deserves it and we deserve to watch him make it. I like so many artist Hyde, One ok rock, Lana, Placebo, Linkin park, etc.
@@Thisis-vc1zp love placebo and linkin park too and i agree I’m just pointing out that he has a lot of haters and almost all belong to that specific group who even hate on him for saying he believes in making concert tickets affordable(which is just ? 😭😭). Obviously he has more fans than haters but sadly a hater wrote the guardian review which is disheartening to see as someone who likes Louis
@@Dannalasapa Is taking the whole 'I don't like him so you shouldn't either' to another level... maybe some will believe it. But everyone should form their taste. I follow music for two reasons lyrics and feelings I need the two. Some artist have pretty voices but if don't feel a thing is not for me.
For me, personally, this album just keeps getting better and better with each listen. There were standout songs to me on the first listen but I only realised how well thought out (musically and lyrically) it was when I gave it some more time. I am so proud of him. Such an underrated artist.
Your reaction to "Written all over your face" is literally everybody's reaction. I loved it the moment I heard it and it's already fans' favourite acc to streams (singles not included). I couldn't stop singing it for days. So catchy)))
He worked with Mike crossly who has produced with Youngblood, the wombats, the 1975, the foals and the arctic monkeys. He is getting better people to work with him since he went independent.
Well Blake, I don’t think I have seen you smile so much on a reaction. I have t hourly enjoyed your reaction. He may not be cool enough for radio, but he will always have a faithful fanbase.
???? “He may not be cool enough for radio”. What are you even saying. If radio play is based solely on mainstream music, then obviously Louis’ music is not the one who isn’t “cool enough”.
Louis's music is enough for the radios, but he doesn't get all the promotion he deserves (some of it is made by fans), his team is often lazy, and also because he is on the blacklist of radios, cause he left Syco and tries to be honest with the public about the music industry, this is confirmed. But we need to make people see how great Louis is, so stream guys, see any way you can help. (twitter fandom with that is very organized in helping his music)
time stamps: 2:06 - the greatest 6:55 - written all over your face 12:59 - bigger than me 17:59 - lucky again 23:05 - face the music 26:55 - chicago 34:26 - all this time 39:11 - out of my system 42:05 - headline 46:09 - saturdays 53:13 - silver tongues 59:45 - she is beauty we are world class 1:06:49 - common people 1:11:10 - angels fly 1:16:01 - holding on to heartache 1:20:47 - that's the way love goes
Watching Blake's reaction that we were waiting for for so long, seeing how happy he is all the time and remembering mysef when I first listened to FITF...We have spent the last week working our asses off, spending our money and time to get him that No1 album. Now he officially has the No1 album and literally nothing changed. If it was Harry there would be news and articles from every corner. Or any other artist. But Louis.. They keep pretending he doesn't exist, as if it's not his album is on the top of their charts. Radio, magazines, capital fm, bbc radio 1 etc etc. I get blacklisting works well, I get Louis knows his behavior had lead to it. But I can't imagine his heartbreak when his own country doesn't support him. And all these people who know everything, know all the insides and don't play his songs still smile at his face...That's why I'm writing this here, I started questioning myself maybe it's just us overexcited but seeing Blake's reaction to every song, I still think this is easily AOTY. And so it continues, louies supporting Louis, everyone else pretends Louis doesn't exist. Funnily enough even when Faith in The Future is written next to #1 album on their computers
Hi. Tell one artist who has a fan base like Louis? I don't know who the critics Blake spoke about are. To me nothing matters. I'm close upon 60. I discovered Lou a few months ago. He is one person who can bring a smile on my face without any effort. Our Louis is one of a kind. Let Louis and his young and old Louies prevail.
I'm probably the oldest Louis fan here and one of the most recent. Thankyou for your words - can you give me a little clue about the 'behaviour'/blacklisting thing? I get that he is honest and outspoken but they're qualities to admire. I hope that his talent is justly rewarded and I love both of his albums.
@@sc3942 I'm pretty sure to explain it I'd have to write a small essay here😂 you need to look it up by yourself cuz that's a decade lasting story and that's A LOT. In a nutshell, being honest and outspoken are good qualities no doubt, but not in the industry he works. These qualities, his leadership, the way he used to stand up for the boys and for himself behind the stage, him being involved in business part of one direction, absolute denial to participate in pr and playing someone he isn't, difficult relationships with simon hence with all music industry bosses, disgusting public image they forced on him which he publicly admitted to struggle from a few years ago has lead to him being blacklisted from radio and all that. Personally my opinion, the biggest part here has played simon and his obsession and hatred for Louis but ofc I could be wrong or maybe it's a mix of many factors. But the fact that Louis finally has started openly speaking how he can't get radio promo or public support says a lot. So, here we are:)
@@Ana-ko8mn Thank you. I have a bit of insight into the music industry through a son-in-law who is a well-known American DJ ... he got bad press for years but bulldozed through it. Very money-driven individual. It's a tough world and lots of sleazy managers, etc. (responsible for the breakup of my daughter's relationship really - putting lots of 'attractions' out there for his amusement). It comes back to how you measure 'success' and I'd say Louis has achieved it in many areas. He has nothing to prove here. I love his music. I hope he can be content with the incredible success that he has achieved at such a young age. I have read and viewed much on Louis, but thought it must have been something I had missed. I understand. x
This album completely shocked me, it's so well put together, each song is so unique and assumed... It's so impressive to see how much Louis has grown as an artist. I couldn't be prouder! Great to see that you are better, thank you for this reaction and for the support that you have always shown to Louis!!
I will be 50 in two months time and I’m taking my Louis obsessed daughter since 1D days (I took her to OTRA) to see Mr LT next year in concert - I have to be honest, I’ve always liked him as I admire his songwriting talent but I didn’t know it I would like FITF. It’s an amazing album and has taken me in a ride through the times from 70’s punk, SKa base drops , 80’s back beats and synths to 90’s club & R&B to 1D days listening to my daughter fan girl, to summer days at Pilton (Glastonbury festival for non locals - I’m UK Somerset) listening to Lilly Allen, killers & Cold play with a slice of chemiacal brothers and faithless - All in one ride!!!! Have to admit, I am sooooooo looking forward to seeing him in concert next year after listening to this album. It’s pure class tbh 😊 anyone at Birmingham NEC, I’ll be the old fart getting down, throwing shapes, pogoing with a side order of stop the traffic, let ‘em through 🤣🤣🤣
Totally agree about the range of cool influences! I'm nearly your age too but in the US and I love both Louis's albums and the songs from the new one were INSANE live. I love his focus on the live show and not only on production in his music and I can't wait to see the new tour ... and wherever he goes next!
We're the same age. I never really paid attention to 1D, too pop for me, but solo Louis is totally my sound, especially FITF. When I first heard it, I loved every minute of it. I'm a rock/ punk rock kid and I'm so glad younger generation finally got to hear other genre than mainstream non sense music. I know Louis has a long way to go when it comes to radio promo and being recognized, but this album is a masterpiece. In my country, radios don't play Louis' music at all, so I go in different bars on week-ends and ask them to play FITF while I'm there. I got good reactions to it. Maybe there's indeed faith in the future and rock is not dead. Younger generations can have taste in music too if offered the choice.
This album is a masterpiece!! Louis deserves his flowers and it makes me so sad, mad and frustrated that he's so underrated and no one takes him seriously because of preconceived notions.
sound departure from walls is honestly astonishing. as someone who's been here to hear his first single, all the way to the debut album to this, i'm beyond proud and i so so happy for him finally finding his true self in sound. the growth is beautiful to see. cannot wait to hear all this live, his shows are truly one of a kind !
Common People is the song that brought me to tears. What you said about the song makes me realize why it touched my heart so deeply. Thank you and I love to watch your reaction videos !
It’s a very rare occasion when the majority of songs on an album are good on Faith literally they’re not all just good they’re all pretty much GREAT!!! He’s really an incredible incredible lyricist and I don’t say that lightly either music means everything to me and I’ve seen less than stellar writers get accolades LOUIS IS REMARKABLE he deserves all the praise he’s getting and more!!!!!!
I could be wrong but I feel like Holding on to Heartache is about One Direction ending. He even snuck in lyrics like "drag me down" and "the nights, the changing"
oh yeah definitely, also “moments” and “spaces”- I mean the 1D song literally goes “the spaces between us keep getting deeper, it’s harder to reach ya even though I try, spaces between us hold all our secrets, leaving us speechless and I don’t know why, who’s gonna be the first to say goodbye?”- and then his bridge goes “the second that I see ya the SPACE BETWEEN US just comes flooding back”
No doubt he went on #4 spot on Music World Chart and even beat Bruce Springsteen for the #1 album in UK 💪 we are so damn PROUD of you Louis 👏👏👏 you really deserved everything you've achieved. FITF is truly a Masterpiece!!!! We love you so much 🥰😍😘 #alwaysLOU 🔥👑💙 And thank you very much Blake McLain for the amazing reaction on FITF 😘😘😘 God Bless you even more 🙏
If anyone cares funny story. Well it's not really funny as such but anyway I got into all of it really late in 2022 of course through one direction and at the time had no idea about Louis's tour or albums or any of it. Having gotten into it, ironically I'm watching this reaction December 2023 after having witnessed the whole tour with more to come. I just want to say I've never been more impressed and amazed. I listened to Walls as well and it is a completely different feel that's for sure. I have never been in such an amazing fandom. It's only been a year but I can honestly say this music and Louis in general has changed so much for me. I love this album, it is so good and I'm looking forward to next year.
Also, for those that don't have any sound on the video. It looks like there's a bit of a processing issue with TH-cam. It should be back soon! Sorry for the delay.
OK - I don't know what your unsaid words are. Mine include that Z word. This layered RnB vocal stuff is something Zayn is doing a lot. That little tunes like a little trumpet - jeez...
this album was like fresh air. i loved walls but this album just stepped it up so much more imo. i’m an amateur music producer too and could instantly tell the difference in the recording and mixing element of the album. it’s so good!!
I always learn so much about the music you're reviewing, I love to watch you react! Louis Tomlinson is my favorite artist right now; I saw him perform in Oakland at the Paramount Theater this year. I tried to stay in the "Pit" but I got too claustrophobic. Since I'm 70 yrs. old and dying (I have stage IV kidney disease; my kidneys are at 18%), the usher got me a seat in the mezzanine level - it was an incredible performance. I do believe this album is a masterpiece. Louis is looking back at all the lessons he's learned and he has faith in a brighter future for everyone. Lord knows, his generation is going to help save the planet! 🐧🌎☮❤
I can imagine this whole album live so vividly. How amazing it would be to experience that, unfortunately I won't be able to. Like imagine the tension it would create if he holds the last chorus and keeps singing "surrounded by lights" part for a while in She is Beauty. Or if he includes a guitar solo in Written All Over Your Face.
I saw him at the show on June 9th and he was so good that I asked my roommate/ the person I saw him with if he wanted to go see him the next day. We ended up doing that and getting amazing seats for cheap. It was even better the second time around. If you can see him live, I highly recommend because the vibe is phenomenal.
the way you described a louis show, so accurate. idk man, it just felt like a sense of belonging. i was so comfortable. i was not afraid i'd get judged. it did kinda feel like home. i loved it so much, i can't wait for his next tour. and as usual, thank you for your reactions!! you always do louis justice.
Louis’s voice is stronger on this album! I can listen over and over and not get tired of the music, beat, and harmony etc. Love listening to both Blake and Alex’s comments and seeing the reactions on all music reviews! Thank you!
It’s one of those albums first listen thinks yea that’s pretty good and then after about the 5th, 6th listen you can’t stop and you gotta hear not just a few songs but the WHOLE album over and over again!! It is just awesome!!
I love this album!!! It is on repeat in my car, my office at work, my AirPods on a walk. Lucky Again is so great!!! You mention that it has an old school vibe. I couldn’t agree more. I am 50 years old, and it does feel so nostalgic to me.
Bonus tracks! THANK YOU no one does them, they’re great & deserve some love. Come back here in 5-10 years (unless the internet implodes) I think this album will stand the test of time & Louis will be an even bigger legend than he is now
I feel like I’m the only one who has Face The Music in their top 3 of the album but idk how because it’s just so good and the line “I don’t want to face the music but I still want to dance with you” is so good!
I am happy that the radios and programs finally see Louis for what he is, a great songwriting artist with incredible music, his effort is worth it. The louies will always help however we can, he's a true icon who deserves much more recognition. Remember this, Louis Tomlinson will go even further! :)
I'm so glad I found you because this reaction video was everything I needed this week. I'm a relatively new fan of Louis, and his music just speaks to me on a level it's hard for me to put into words. I can't wait to see him live. And it's incredible to me how well you saw him even before his documentary came out, because all you said about the type of person and musician he is was confirmed in the documentary. The comfort I have felt so far from his other fans... it really is like a family. And in the doc, someone said that the best fans of 1D came to Louis and I have to say I agree. I also wasn't a directioner but I know enough to gather there was some toxicity, factions and stuff. But every single one of Louie I'm encountered so far has been on another level of humanity. And he is definitely the one that inspires that. Now I'm going to go watch all your reaction videos because THIS is how do reaction videos. Thank you for being so empathetic and respectful of his music.
Same here. And I am really old in terms of Louis average Louies ;-)- I was in my 20s with the music he likes 🙃 so there seems to be a natural bond with this kind of music. And the Louies I met at his concert were really nice and open and kind people. I am really in awe of his personality and his ability to stay so grounded and that he expresses the love towards his fans in his acts. He really had to reinvent himself after all these terrible things happened to him and his family. 😍
This album surprised me so much! It's clearly a concept album with a perfectly built flashback atmosphere, dark and shiny, full of hope. I can't even describe it, I just know It sounds incredibly good, every single song, and I love it way more than I expected. And Louis's vocals are insane! Confidence suits him so well 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
26:20 it’s so funny that you said that they are gonna have so much fun touring this, because Louis said that he thought a lot about the live aspect of the songs as he loves going on tour 😆
This album is completely a masterpiece, he broke up with faith in the future He grew a lot in the music, he found his sound, worked hard for this and it is the best way to show us the incredible things that lou can do 😌
This is probably one of my favorite reactions to music I've ever seen, you really appreciate every detail of the album and it's amazing to see a little more of that like technical part from your point of view💗
All This Time just, augh, it snuck up on me and I LOVE it. It's angelic but also grounded and the lyrics are both simple and complex, b-e-a-u-t-i-f-u-l
I had never listened to Louis before till this album. But thanks to Harry Styles I began following Louis too. And now I'm listening Louis even more than Harry 😉. Love them both and seeing them both live this year. And love your reaction video ❤.
Same here, started with Harry's solo work and now I am a huge fan of Louis music, too, and I will see them both live this year, too! Enjoy the music and the shows!!
OMGG!! I'm super late watching the video, but my first though of "that's the way love goes" was "hey there Delilah" I COULDN´T BELIEVE IT 'cause it's like a full circle for him (as he auditioned to the x factor with that song).
I was so surprised! That Louis can sing and makes music like this! I'm his fan for almist 8years! His voice is so free, clear, loud and full of energy! My favevorites are Chicago, saturdays,silver tongues......all of them!
the way i sit watching you and all of your little face expressions 1.5 hour straight for the god knows which time is telling everything about the quality of your videos ;) sending love x
You should definitely see him on tour! I went to a show on his first tour and I'm going to see him in Toronto next year. His concerts are definitely next level and you can really feel the energy radiating in the room!
I smiled through the whole album with you, but you broke me at Angels Fly. 💔 Thanks for every word. I love hearing your take. Hope to see you at a show.
I'm in love with Louis new music and I was already in love with Walls. Thats music mate, like no one is doing and his voice is just perfect for this. I wish this album would make a lot better than we know it will. Anyways, fantastic.
Leaving good reviews and giving v1ews is a way to show support. Louis in radio is not always possible. And most reviews very mean. His music is lovely and it is just shoved because he is not the guy the record labels want to have success even when I think everyone should have a spot on radios. I check Capital FM last played songs every two days and Louis in NEVER there.
@@Thisis-vc1zp I know, in the end are Lou fans calling the radios to put his music there. He went to all the radios interviews he could for this album. Also the personal energy he put out to make and to bring it to the public motivate the fanbase. Thinking about all the amazing music we lost to get to know because they are not the type.
We're gonna need the Up All Night album next, if it hasn't been covered already. But, seriously, Louis is such an amazing artist. I've been binge-listening to his music lately, and it slaps in all the right ways. He deserves more attention, tbh.
I love the way you describe the relationship between what the lyrics are saying in “Chicago” (a sad story) and what the music expresses (redemption, hope).❤🙌🏽 Thank you for sharing this full experience of the album - I really enjoy your reactions and perspective!
I love this album so much literally i can't pick one fav and this is my taste. The music made by louis tomlinson is always my taste and i literally can' t stop listening to this album!!
1:23:54 blake you summed up so beautifully. This is such good album i can't scream enough. He did wonderful job. So many different songs and yet album is super cohesive. Put together so nicely, wow i had high expectations but he surpassed them in every way possible ❤️❤️ always cool to see you react to his work. I love how you value his craft. Thankd for being genuine always ❤️
Ahh finally!!! I was excited to see you react to this album. I feel like we have all been waiting together for LT2 / Faith in the future for years and it was definitely worth it! Also same WRITTEN ALL OVER YOUR FACE is just my absolute favourite from the first album!! This, THIS sound what I wanted from Louis for years!!!! Even in 1D even though this was not their sound but this is what I always wanted from him!!
POR FIIIIN!!!! Siempre veo todas las reacciones de Lou que puedo, pero las tuyas siempre son mis favoritas. Muchas gracias por tu increíble edición Blake. Siempre es genial oírte hablar de música y ver el gran respeto que tienes hacia el trabajo de Lou. 🤍
I've been hanging out to hear your reaction because I trust your judgement and it is so much better listening to music with someone else. You didn't let me down. This album of Louis is everything I could ever hope for it tooke places I didn't even know I needed to go. It is drawn from so many era's it's almost like my listening history. He's an old soul our Louis it's a brilliant album that will outlast so many others as it's ageless I think. Thank you Blake, job well done . Hope you are better soon.
We loved your reaction!!! And the growth between walls and faith in the future is massive 😭😭 we are sooo fuckng proud of our Louis!!!! He deserves the world
This album feels like pure Louis, and I’m so proud of him for finding this peace and joy for himself. I loved your insight into his music, I have listened to these songs so much, yet you surprised me again and agin by noticing stuff (especially concerning drums or the beat in general) that I’ve „skipped over“ before. The whole reaction just felt so genuine and joyful - couldn’t stop smiling myself the whole video ❤
This album is perfect from start to end. It's the way I always expect the best from Louis because, like for me he's already perfect yet he finds a way to surprise me. He keeps redefining the word perfect. I'm just so proud to be a fan of this beautiful artist and it's physically impossible for me to choose a favourite because everything is so perfect 💙
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@@priscilasantos2859 where??
@@priscilasantos2859 but i can....ummm... You can try restarting the device maybee it helps ??
Louis released the recorded version of change. You wanted to hear that so i thought I'll mention. And listen to the other two tracks he had released...
And please do the lyrics analysis for this one, as you did for walls. The lyrics in this one is just *chef's kiss
Where s the five seconds flat reaction video😭😭😭😭
Hi Blake, I love your channel! Can you do a reaction to BTS's leader RM's new song which came out this Friday, 'Wildflower? His entire new album INDIGO is an absolute masterpiece and has features from Anderson Paak, Erykah Badu and other greats! 🔥🔥
"It feels like home" perfectly sums up everything Louis is
No control : who are you?
Written all over your face : i am you, but stronger
I thought Written all over your face was about fighting hahaha
This album deserves a Grammy
Absolutely 💯
Agree 👍
It deserves multiple Grammys🥰❤️
louis deserves so many grammys 💙💙😭
Really that's it!
I mean it is all a taste thing, everyone has a different taste, BUT I don't understand how one could rate this album badly. It's a real masterpiece!!!!
Some people just dislike Louis or they were promoting Bruce Springsteen album... They were promoting the second one as album of the week, besides the radio promo...
Louis has a lot of haters. Haters gonna hate. They’re all - LIKE ALL OF THEM- mad Harry Stan’s, or ppl who think it’s just funny to hate on him bc they’ve seen their friends do it online (like the ppl who call him orphan which is just 😐). I’m totally ok if ppl don’t like artists I like music. I love Sam fender, Louis, Lana del Rey, Arctic monkeys, frank ocean, Paramore, daughter, rina sawayama, luke hemmings, Sabrina carpenter, etc. Lots of ppl won’t like their music and that’s ok but when u clearly passionately hate an artist just bc you’re a fan of his ex co worker ur opinion is no longer worth much bc you’re just biased. The person who wrote the guardians review for louis’ album has been hate tweeting Louis for YEARS. As a journalism student there’s nothing that pisses me off more - biased journalism. It truly just boils down to that.
@@Dannalasapa Louis has us with him until the end. We will gather more people because Louis is talented. Just patience and positivity, because Louis deserves it and we deserve to watch him make it. I like so many artist Hyde, One ok rock, Lana, Placebo, Linkin park, etc.
@@Thisis-vc1zp love placebo and linkin park too and i agree I’m just pointing out that he has a lot of haters and almost all belong to that specific group who even hate on him for saying he believes in making concert tickets affordable(which is just ? 😭😭). Obviously he has more fans than haters but sadly a hater wrote the guardian review which is disheartening to see as someone who likes Louis
@@Dannalasapa Is taking the whole 'I don't like him so you shouldn't either' to another level... maybe some will believe it. But everyone should form their taste. I follow music for two reasons lyrics and feelings I need the two. Some artist have pretty voices but if don't feel a thing is not for me.
If only people didn’t have prejudice not to listen to Louis’ music. He’s so underrated 😭
For me, personally, this album just keeps getting better and better with each listen. There were standout songs to me on the first listen but I only realised how well thought out (musically and lyrically) it was when I gave it some more time. I am so proud of him. Such an underrated artist.
THIS!!!!
I’m just listening to the album a few times in a row and it’s amazing! What a great writer and amazing voice!
Like I’ve been saying: Louis doesn’t sound like 1D rather - 1D sounds like Louis!
The more I listen to the album the more I love it. His writing is so accessible. He invites you in with every song.
Exactly
Your reaction to "Written all over your face" is literally everybody's reaction. I loved it the moment I heard it and it's already fans' favourite acc to streams (singles not included). I couldn't stop singing it for days. So catchy)))
EXACTLYYYYY
I cannot name one favourite, the fact he worked with other artists as opposed to professional song writers has led to a fantastic album.
He worked with Mike crossly who has produced with Youngblood, the wombats, the 1975, the foals and the arctic monkeys. He is getting better people to work with him since he went independent.
I love how you appreciate Louis' music, he's the best and this album is so good!
He’s so underrated Blake gets us tho
We all have a theory
I'm 74 and love this man's music.
Well Blake, I don’t think I have seen you smile so much on a reaction. I have t hourly enjoyed your reaction. He may not be cool enough for radio, but he will always have a faithful fanbase.
Radio should give him a chance... a few listeners may appreciate his songs
Lol he's obviously too cool for radio. What are you talking about
???? “He may not be cool enough for radio”. What are you even saying. If radio play is based solely on mainstream music, then obviously Louis’ music is not the one who isn’t “cool enough”.
Louis's music is enough for the radios, but he doesn't get all the promotion he deserves (some of it is made by fans), his team is often lazy, and also because he is on the blacklist of radios, cause he left Syco and tries to be honest with the public about the music industry, this is confirmed.
But we need to make people see how great Louis is, so stream guys, see any way you can help. (twitter fandom with that is very organized in helping his music)
I have to say, Blake has smiled so much during this reaction!! 😍
I HAVE NEVER CLICKED THAT FAST IN MY LIFE
Same lol 😂
Ditto 😊
Same!
Me too Hahahaa. So exited for this video. Thank you :)
Omg same!!!!
time stamps:
2:06 - the greatest
6:55 - written all over your face
12:59 - bigger than me
17:59 - lucky again
23:05 - face the music
26:55 - chicago
34:26 - all this time
39:11 - out of my system
42:05 - headline
46:09 - saturdays
53:13 - silver tongues
59:45 - she is beauty we are world class
1:06:49 - common people
1:11:10 - angels fly
1:16:01 - holding on to heartache
1:20:47 - that's the way love goes
thank u
Gracias!!!
@@martinnnn5749 you're welcome :))
@@karim_lt28 de nada!!
Gracias amiga
Louis did such a good job his album is incredible and literally left me in tears
Same
Watching Blake's reaction that we were waiting for for so long, seeing how happy he is all the time and remembering mysef when I first listened to FITF...We have spent the last week working our asses off, spending our money and time to get him that No1 album. Now he officially has the No1 album and literally nothing changed. If it was Harry there would be news and articles from every corner. Or any other artist. But Louis.. They keep pretending he doesn't exist, as if it's not his album is on the top of their charts. Radio, magazines, capital fm, bbc radio 1 etc etc. I get blacklisting works well, I get Louis knows his behavior had lead to it. But I can't imagine his heartbreak when his own country doesn't support him. And all these people who know everything, know all the insides and don't play his songs still smile at his face...That's why I'm writing this here, I started questioning myself maybe it's just us overexcited but seeing Blake's reaction to every song, I still think this is easily AOTY.
And so it continues, louies supporting Louis, everyone else pretends Louis doesn't exist. Funnily enough even when Faith in The Future is written next to #1 album on their computers
Hi. Tell one artist who has a fan base like Louis? I don't know who the critics Blake spoke about are. To me nothing matters. I'm close upon 60. I discovered Lou a few months ago. He is one person who can bring a smile on my face without any effort. Our Louis is one of a kind. Let Louis and his young and old Louies prevail.
I'm probably the oldest Louis fan here and one of the most recent. Thankyou for your words - can you give me a little clue about the 'behaviour'/blacklisting thing? I get that he is honest and outspoken but they're qualities to admire. I hope that his talent is justly rewarded and I love both of his albums.
@@sc3942 I'm pretty sure to explain it I'd have to write a small essay here😂 you need to look it up by yourself cuz that's a decade lasting story and that's A LOT.
In a nutshell, being honest and outspoken are good qualities no doubt, but not in the industry he works. These qualities, his leadership, the way he used to stand up for the boys and for himself behind the stage, him being involved in business part of one direction, absolute denial to participate in pr and playing someone he isn't, difficult relationships with simon hence with all music industry bosses, disgusting public image they forced on him which he publicly admitted to struggle from a few years ago has lead to him being blacklisted from radio and all that. Personally my opinion, the biggest part here has played simon and his obsession and hatred for Louis but ofc I could be wrong or maybe it's a mix of many factors. But the fact that Louis finally has started openly speaking how he can't get radio promo or public support says a lot.
So, here we are:)
@@Ana-ko8mn Thank you. I have a bit of insight into the music industry through a son-in-law who is a well-known American DJ ... he got bad press for years but bulldozed through it. Very money-driven individual. It's a tough world and lots of sleazy managers, etc. (responsible for the breakup of my daughter's relationship really - putting lots of 'attractions' out there for his amusement). It comes back to how you measure 'success' and I'd say Louis has achieved it in many areas. He has nothing to prove here. I love his music. I hope he can be content with the incredible success that he has achieved at such a young age. I have read and viewed much on Louis, but thought it must have been something I had missed. I understand. x
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This album completely shocked me, it's so well put together, each song is so unique and assumed... It's so impressive to see how much Louis has grown as an artist. I couldn't be prouder! Great to see that you are better, thank you for this reaction and for the support that you have always shown to Louis!!
I will be 50 in two months time and I’m taking my Louis obsessed daughter since 1D days (I took her to OTRA) to see Mr LT next year in concert - I have to be honest, I’ve always liked him as I admire his songwriting talent but I didn’t know it I would like FITF. It’s an amazing album and has taken me in a ride through the times from 70’s punk, SKa base drops , 80’s back beats and synths to 90’s club & R&B to 1D days listening to my daughter fan girl, to summer days at Pilton (Glastonbury festival for non locals - I’m UK Somerset) listening to Lilly Allen, killers & Cold play with a slice of chemiacal brothers and faithless -
All in one ride!!!!
Have to admit, I am sooooooo looking forward to seeing him in concert next year after listening to this album.
It’s pure class tbh 😊 anyone at Birmingham NEC, I’ll be the old fart getting down, throwing shapes, pogoing with a side order of stop the traffic, let ‘em through 🤣🤣🤣
I'm your twin sister in Italy😂. 45 with a daughter of 23😅. My 13 Years old son Is going too,(his First concert )in Turin next fall
Best comment ever 🏆
Totally agree about the range of cool influences! I'm nearly your age too but in the US and I love both Louis's albums and the songs from the new one were INSANE live. I love his focus on the live show and not only on production in his music and I can't wait to see the new tour ... and wherever he goes next!
We're the same age. I never really paid attention to 1D, too pop for me, but solo Louis is totally my sound, especially FITF. When I first heard it, I loved every minute of it. I'm a rock/ punk rock kid and I'm so glad younger generation finally got to hear other genre than mainstream non sense music. I know Louis has a long way to go when it comes to radio promo and being recognized, but this album is a masterpiece.
In my country, radios don't play Louis' music at all, so I go in different bars on week-ends and ask them to play FITF while I'm there. I got good reactions to it. Maybe there's indeed faith in the future and rock is not dead. Younger generations can have taste in music too if offered the choice.
This album is a masterpiece!! Louis deserves his flowers and it makes me so sad, mad and frustrated that he's so underrated and no one takes him seriously because of preconceived notions.
Much of which was gaslighting.
I have listened to Faith in the Future nonstop, there’re zero skips. Louis is so talented!
one of the best songwriters of today's generation. 🤘🤘
sound departure from walls is honestly astonishing. as someone who's been here to hear his first single, all the way to the debut album to this, i'm beyond proud and i so so happy for him finally finding his true self in sound. the growth is beautiful to see. cannot wait to hear all this live, his shows are truly one of a kind !
Louis doesn't care about the critics neither do we...we all love him and his music and that is all for him! #proudoflouis 👑👑
Common People is the song that brought me to tears. What you said about the song makes me realize why it touched my heart so deeply. Thank you and I love to watch your reaction videos !
For real!! Barely anyone seems to be talking about this song and I love it to pieces, so so beautiful with such an incredible message 🥺
I always cry listening to it. It's my favorite from the album
It’s a very rare occasion when the majority of songs on an album are good on Faith literally they’re not all just good they’re all pretty much GREAT!!! He’s really an incredible incredible lyricist and I don’t say that lightly either music means everything to me and I’ve seen less than stellar writers get accolades LOUIS IS REMARKABLE he deserves all the praise he’s getting and more!!!!!!
Your smile at the Holding On to Heartache bridge single-handedly cured my mental illness. It’s my favourite song he’s ever written for sure
HOLDING ON TO HEARTACHE....My Louie heart melted and then swoled up when he came in yelling yelling his heart out. Chills.
I could be wrong but I feel like Holding on to Heartache is about One Direction ending. He even snuck in lyrics like "drag me down" and "the nights, the changing"
oh yeah definitely, also “moments” and “spaces”- I mean the 1D song literally goes “the spaces between us keep getting deeper, it’s harder to reach ya even though I try, spaces between us hold all our secrets, leaving us speechless and I don’t know why, who’s gonna be the first to say goodbye?”- and then his bridge goes “the second that I see ya the SPACE BETWEEN US just comes flooding back”
My God, you're genius!
" this album is about him overcoming his fears through music " BLAKE IT'S EXACTLY WHAT IT IS. HAVE YOU SEEN HIS DOCUMENTARY??
No doubt he went on #4 spot on Music World Chart and even beat Bruce Springsteen for the #1 album in UK 💪 we are so damn PROUD of you Louis 👏👏👏 you really deserved everything you've achieved. FITF is truly a Masterpiece!!!! We love you so much 🥰😍😘 #alwaysLOU 🔥👑💙
And thank you very much Blake McLain for the amazing reaction on FITF 😘😘😘 God Bless you even more 🙏
If anyone cares funny story. Well it's not really funny as such but anyway I got into all of it really late in 2022 of course through one direction and at the time had no idea about Louis's tour or albums or any of it. Having gotten into it, ironically I'm watching this reaction December 2023 after having witnessed the whole tour with more to come. I just want to say I've never been more impressed and amazed. I listened to Walls as well and it is a completely different feel that's for sure. I have never been in such an amazing fandom. It's only been a year but I can honestly say this music and Louis in general has changed so much for me. I love this album, it is so good and I'm looking forward to next year.
There no words to express how much I love this album... everything on it, it has such a nice contrast with Walls. Lovely albums for sure
Also, for those that don't have any sound on the video. It looks like there's a bit of a processing issue with TH-cam. It should be back soon! Sorry for the delay.
Okkkk thanks... Did you love the album Blake!!
Came back the next morning and sound has appeared! Looking forward to you're reaction 😊
Holding on to Heartache is my favorite and yes, I agree with your unsaid thoughts. 💝
finally coming across people who understand the unsaid thought
@@ginnyweasley1746 i dont😭 can u tell me?
OK - I don't know what your unsaid words are. Mine include that Z word. This layered RnB vocal stuff is something Zayn is doing a lot. That little tunes like a little trumpet - jeez...
this album was like fresh air. i loved walls but this album just stepped it up so much more imo. i’m an amateur music producer too and could instantly tell the difference in the recording and mixing element of the album. it’s so good!!
I always learn so much about the music you're reviewing, I love to watch you react! Louis Tomlinson is my favorite artist right now; I saw him perform in Oakland at the Paramount Theater this year. I tried to stay in the "Pit" but I got too claustrophobic. Since I'm 70 yrs. old and dying (I have stage IV kidney disease; my kidneys are at 18%), the usher got me a seat in the mezzanine level - it was an incredible performance. I do believe this album is a masterpiece. Louis is looking back at all the lessons he's learned and he has faith in a brighter future for everyone. Lord knows, his generation is going to help save the planet! 🐧🌎☮❤
I can imagine this whole album live so vividly. How amazing it would be to experience that, unfortunately I won't be able to. Like imagine the tension it would create if he holds the last chorus and keeps singing "surrounded by lights" part for a while in She is Beauty. Or if he includes a guitar solo in Written All Over Your Face.
The shows gonna be sick FOR SUREEEE!!!
I saw him at the show on June 9th and he was so good that I asked my roommate/ the person I saw him with if he wanted to go see him the next day. We ended up doing that and getting amazing seats for cheap. It was even better the second time around. If you can see him live, I highly recommend because the vibe is phenomenal.
The Last Part Of Holding Onto Heartache is Really Emotional And Epic At The Same Time. The Lyrics Are Very Very Sensitive
the way you described a louis show, so accurate. idk man, it just felt like a sense of belonging. i was so comfortable. i was not afraid i'd get judged. it did kinda feel like home. i loved it so much, i can't wait for his next tour.
and as usual, thank you for your reactions!! you always do louis justice.
Louis’s voice is stronger on this album! I can listen over and over and not get tired of the music, beat, and harmony etc. Love listening to both Blake and Alex’s comments and seeing the reactions on all music reviews! Thank you!
only louis fans will appreciate this but the fact that you have 369k subscribers rn is giving me life
don't know if you know but Hey There Delilah was also Louis' audition song on The X Factor so makes it all that more special!!
It’s one of those albums first listen thinks yea that’s pretty good and then after about the 5th, 6th listen you can’t stop and you gotta hear not just a few songs but the WHOLE album over and over again!! It is just awesome!!
I love this album!!! It is on repeat in my car, my office at work, my AirPods on a walk. Lucky Again is so great!!! You mention that it has an old school vibe. I couldn’t agree more. I am 50 years old, and it does feel so nostalgic to me.
Holding on to heartache is just incredible isn’t it
This is what you call a handsome, talented, and the best darn singer ever!!!!
Bonus tracks! THANK YOU no one does them, they’re great & deserve some love.
Come back here in 5-10 years (unless the internet implodes) I think this album will stand the test of time & Louis will be an even bigger legend than he is now
commenting under this so that i can come back then too
I feel like I’m the only one who has Face The Music in their top 3 of the album but idk how because it’s just so good and the line “I don’t want to face the music but I still want to dance with you” is so good!
it’s in my top 3 too! i think more than the rest of the album, the sound is reminiscent of pop punk from the late 2000s/early 2010s. i love it!
It’s also on Louis top three
@@kara4026 right! It kinda reminds me of old Kelly Clarkson in the since you’ve been gone era
Oh that line hits just right!! I loooveee the song
Ikr?! In my top 3 too
I am happy that the radios and programs finally see Louis for what he is, a great songwriting artist with incredible music, his effort is worth it. The louies will always help however we can, he's a true icon who deserves much more recognition.
Remember this, Louis Tomlinson will go even further! :)
' WAIT HOLD MY CAT !!' I had to pause to just laugh like crazyyyy. Love it already 😍
I'm so glad I found you because this reaction video was everything I needed this week. I'm a relatively new fan of Louis, and his music just speaks to me on a level it's hard for me to put into words. I can't wait to see him live. And it's incredible to me how well you saw him even before his documentary came out, because all you said about the type of person and musician he is was confirmed in the documentary. The comfort I have felt so far from his other fans... it really is like a family. And in the doc, someone said that the best fans of 1D came to Louis and I have to say I agree. I also wasn't a directioner but I know enough to gather there was some toxicity, factions and stuff. But every single one of Louie I'm encountered so far has been on another level of humanity. And he is definitely the one that inspires that. Now I'm going to go watch all your reaction videos because THIS is how do reaction videos. Thank you for being so empathetic and respectful of his music.
welcome to the fandom
Same here. And I am really old in terms of Louis average Louies ;-)- I was in my 20s with the music he likes 🙃 so there seems to be a natural bond with this kind of music. And the Louies I met at his concert were really nice and open and kind people. I am really in awe of his personality and his ability to stay so grounded and that he expresses the love towards his fans in his acts. He really had to reinvent himself after all these terrible things happened to him and his family. 😍
This album surprised me so much! It's clearly a concept album with a perfectly built flashback atmosphere, dark and shiny, full of hope. I can't even describe it, I just know It sounds incredibly good, every single song, and I love it way more than I expected. And Louis's vocals are insane! Confidence suits him so well 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
your explanation to Chicago makes me tear up a lot because i relate this song to louis and zayn and their friendship
"hold my cat" fhsjjfd that was so funny
Loved your reaction as always
THE MOST AWAITED VIDEO ON THE WHOLE OF TH-cam. FINALLY OUT. SO PUMPED FOR THIS.
ngl I've never seen Blake get so excited like he did over Written All Over Your Face 😁
26:20 it’s so funny that you said that they are gonna have so much fun touring this, because Louis said that he thought a lot about the live aspect of the songs as he loves going on tour 😆
Louis is definitely my favorite songwriter, I love everything about this new album ❤️
**I love how you’re always smiling, it’s so sweet!
"It's like home" GRITALO REY
1- Common People
2- Holding on to Heartache
3- The Greatest
4- Angels Fly
That's my top 4, I cannot stress enough how much I love These
It's amazing to see you enjoying Louis' songs, he's a great artist and this album is perfect!
This album is completely a masterpiece, he broke up with faith in the future
He grew a lot in the music, he found his sound, worked hard for this and it is the best way to show us the incredible things that lou can do 😌
Every song is perfection... Louis let loose. He let us have it... all. This is a masterpiece...
This is probably one of my favorite reactions to music I've ever seen, you really appreciate every detail of the album and it's amazing to see a little more of that like technical part from your point of view💗
All This Time just, augh, it snuck up on me and I LOVE it. It's angelic but also grounded and the lyrics are both simple and complex, b-e-a-u-t-i-f-u-l
Same.. Same..
Play it on the loop all the way to worl (took 1 hr) haha
“It’s not how you spend the time, it’s if you waste it” is something I legitimately think about every single day 🥰
Louis' music is my sweet spot. 👌🏼
Can't get enough of it!!! Love your reaction! 👏🏼👏🏼💃🏻❤️🔥
Written all over your face is STUCK IN MY HEAD and I'm not complaining. It's so GOOD
i loved this album, just when i thought i couldn't fall more in love with louis he released faith in the future!
I had never listened to Louis before till this album. But thanks to Harry Styles I began following Louis too. And now I'm listening Louis even more than Harry 😉. Love them both and seeing them both live this year. And love your reaction video ❤.
Same here, started with Harry's solo work and now I am a huge fan of Louis music, too, and I will see them both live this year, too! Enjoy the music and the shows!!
Same! Louis has become my number 1 ❤️ His voice helps me in so many ways!
It‘s like: I came for Harry and stayed for Louis🥰❤️
Now I like Louis more than Harry, too.
OMGG!! I'm super late watching the video, but my first though of "that's the way love goes" was "hey there Delilah" I COULDN´T BELIEVE IT 'cause it's like a full circle for him (as he auditioned to the x factor with that song).
I was so surprised! That Louis can sing and makes music like this! I'm his fan for almist 8years!
His voice is so free, clear, loud and full of energy!
My favevorites are Chicago, saturdays,silver tongues......all of them!
Holding on to Heartache is utterly gorgeous. Love love love it.
Seeing Blake's face light up and smile when he's sick makes me so happy :)
the way i sit watching you and all of your little face expressions 1.5 hour straight for the god knows which time is telling everything about the quality of your videos ;) sending love x
Thank you Blake! After watching someone else’s reaction…. I was scared others wouldn’t like it as much as I do. This reaction was real and honest.
Blake puts how we feel about the album into fancy producer words
thanks Blake
My favorite new hobby is watching people's reactions to the masterpiece, 'Written all over your face.' Does Lou know how brilliant he is?
You should definitely see him on tour! I went to a show on his first tour and I'm going to see him in Toronto next year. His concerts are definitely next level and you can really feel the energy radiating in the room!
I smiled through the whole album with you, but you broke me at Angels Fly. 💔 Thanks for every word. I love hearing your take. Hope to see you at a show.
Yes! Louis is my love. Artistic, musical, as a person. Hardworking! This album is telling us all: This is just the beginning for our Louis
I'm in love with Louis new music and I was already in love with Walls. Thats music mate, like no one is doing and his voice is just perfect for this. I wish this album would make a lot better than we know it will. Anyways, fantastic.
Leaving good reviews and giving v1ews is a way to show support. Louis in radio is not always possible. And most reviews very mean. His music is lovely and it is just shoved because he is not the guy the record labels want to have success even when I think everyone should have a spot on radios. I check Capital FM last played songs every two days and Louis in NEVER there.
@@Thisis-vc1zp I know, in the end are Lou fans calling the radios to put his music there. He went to all the radios interviews he could for this album. Also the personal energy he put out to make and to bring it to the public motivate the fanbase. Thinking about all the amazing music we lost to get to know because they are not the type.
Louis, Blake and a cute cat. What else could one ask for 😄🙌😍
We're gonna need the Up All Night album next, if it hasn't been covered already. But, seriously, Louis is such an amazing artist. I've been binge-listening to his music lately, and it slaps in all the right ways. He deserves more attention, tbh.
I love the way you describe the relationship between what the lyrics are saying in “Chicago” (a sad story) and what the music expresses (redemption, hope).❤🙌🏽
Thank you for sharing this full experience of the album - I really enjoy your reactions and perspective!
1:20:54 "I want to write you a song" The people who gets it, gets it🥺
I have listened to a ton of reactions to various artists and in my opinion you are the best!! Perfect balance of Music and your Reactions Than You!❤❤
I love this album so much literally i can't pick one fav and this is my taste. The music made by louis tomlinson is always my taste and i literally can' t stop listening to this album!!
On She Is Beauty...I'm convinced the the "Ooh Woah Oh Hoooo" in the chorus before Louis sings "For eh eh verrr" is Harry!!!
Yes! I've heard other people say the same thing.
Cmon Blake. We all wanna know the theory about Holding on to Heartache
Amazing album, not 1 skip, Louis voice is unbelievable
1:23:54 blake you summed up so beautifully. This is such good album i can't scream enough. He did wonderful job. So many different songs and yet album is super cohesive. Put together so nicely, wow i had high expectations but he surpassed them in every way possible ❤️❤️ always cool to see you react to his work. I love how you value his craft. Thankd for being genuine always ❤️
Ahh finally!!! I was excited to see you react to this album. I feel like we have all been waiting together for LT2 / Faith in the future for years and it was definitely worth it!
Also same WRITTEN ALL OVER YOUR FACE is just my absolute favourite from the first album!! This, THIS sound what I wanted from Louis for years!!!! Even in 1D even though this was not their sound but this is what I always wanted from him!!
POR FIIIIN!!!! Siempre veo todas las reacciones de Lou que puedo, pero las tuyas siempre son mis favoritas. Muchas gracias por tu increíble edición Blake. Siempre es genial oírte hablar de música y ver el gran respeto que tienes hacia el trabajo de Lou. 🤍
I love how you showed how the "she is beauty, we are world class" will sound live! Love your reactions and input :)
I've been hanging out to hear your reaction because I trust your judgement and it is so much better listening to music with someone else. You didn't let me down. This album of Louis is everything I could ever hope for it tooke places I didn't even know I needed to go. It is drawn from so many era's it's almost like my listening history. He's an old soul our Louis it's a brilliant album that will outlast so many others as it's ageless I think. Thank you Blake, job well done . Hope you are better soon.
You're definitely one of us Blake - welcome to the fandom!
We loved your reaction!!! And the growth between walls and faith in the future is massive 😭😭 we are sooo fuckng proud of our Louis!!!! He deserves the world
This album feels like pure Louis, and I’m so proud of him for finding this peace and joy for himself.
I loved your insight into his music, I have listened to these songs so much, yet you surprised me again and agin by noticing stuff (especially concerning drums or the beat in general) that I’ve „skipped over“ before. The whole reaction just felt so genuine and joyful - couldn’t stop smiling myself the whole video ❤
This album is perfect from start to end. It's the way I always expect the best from Louis because, like for me he's already perfect yet he finds a way to surprise me. He keeps redefining the word perfect. I'm just so proud to be a fan of this beautiful artist and it's physically impossible for me to choose a favourite because everything is so perfect 💙