They've totally misunderstood the meaning of "full band playthrough". This is not a live recording . This is the studio version. And the purpose of the video is to show "technically" how they perform the song. That is why they are so still . If they were jumping all around, we were unable to se anything.
exactly. The Jinjer song was in this same vein as well. But they may not be familiar with this type of video as its a fairly new thing in the last 4 years or so to do these sorts of videos.
No emotion?! The fact that neither of you showed ANY sign of life at any point during the song just gave me the feeling that you were just going through the motions to satisfy the request list. I get that everyone has their own opinions and I can usually respect and understand your position on different songs but I feel that you guys (especially Sori) were way off the mark here. This is the first reaction video that I've watched of yours where I felt that you had already decided the outcome well before the first note was even played. This video seemed 'off' from the start. At the very least, Vin made an attempt to give some credit. Sorry, but I disagree and am giving the video a thumbs down for lack of emotion. Still love you guys though! PS: If you want to see how this band performs live, do a search for them playing live via Dr. Light Productions.
Yeah, they said something about their "past feelings" with the band before they started listening (I personally don't remember them listening to this band before?), then once they started it was like they were purposefully sitting there as still as possible with blank faces. I found it strange as I have never seen them go into something as if they had an agenda of any sort on how they would react. I have seen them at least bob their heads a little on songs they have given like 6's and 7's to, but this was like really awkward and purposeful looking to me.
Saying it has no soul? It’s a play through video, what’d you expect? Have to start calling vin google, because he seems to think he knows everything. Very arrogant and smug putting his views across, like he’s always right. Not a cool vibe from this guy at all. Sori seems way more open minded and not so forceful with her opinions.
Have to agree with most of this. I use to enjoy watching their reactions, but now it seems more and more like they already have their minds made up on some songs before they play them. Might as well just record your thoughts on the band and then play the video. It will end up the same. I wish you both luck and happiness on the upcoming addition to your family, but I doubt I'll watch any more videos from you guys. Peace.
When they strike out they strike waaaaaaaaay out. Watch their reactions on Hallowed be thy name and Painkiller. Vin and Sori refer to having a strong opinion but are surprised/annoyed when answered with strong opinions.
Well I mean that's what it looks like in the studio lol. Complaining that they didn't jump all over when in a studio recording. You sit down and get comfortable because it's going to be a long day playing the same 20 sec part over and over and over till you hate the song.
Yeah i didn't expect this kind of critique, it is not a live video from a show so there will be no jumping around ofcourse. I think the disappointing part was watching V&S not headbang at all to a kickass song
Well like JinJer, depending on the micing and recording set up, you want to stay relatively still for the best quality possible. The physical antics are for later after you get a recording and go live.
How can you not hear the passion in the music? This song is the same as tons of other songs you have liked in terms of "moving the listener." I saw plenty of passion in the music; the guitarists don't have to be headbanging and making the guitar face all the time to show passion. I think the problem might be that you guys didn't like them the first time, so you came in with a negative bias that shaped your entire perception. Maybe it's that you watched the studio session, which generally is visually boring to watch.
I think it is because it is a studio video. Studio videos focus on the technical ability. If you are looking for passion to get you into it, studio videos are not good for a introduction to a band. While the passion seems to be missing for me , I will check them out more since I enjoyed the playing and ability!
Sorry Sovern Gaming. I have to agree with Cosmic Sea, and Vin and Sori. I remember when this dropped and everyone was going on about them, and I echo'd Cosmics sentiment... This is boring stuff.
DUDE! They gave Bring Me the Horizon a 10... You can see they don't have a objective point of view. They are not judging the music by the music itself, rather they are doing it because of how the musicians look while playing.
Vin, dude this is a studio recording... They're in the studio for hours a day when recording. Of course they're not gonna go crazy in there lol. They get comfy so you can do that all day. Not really sure how y'all don't see passion in them.
Yeah, Korn may have been around for 25 years and may sell records, but *are* the albums any good? "Follow the Leader" (1998), "Untouchables" (2002), and "The Serenity of Suffering" (2016), yeah, but let's see en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Korn_(album)#Critical_reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Life_Is_Peachy#Critical_reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Issues_(Korn_album)#Critical_reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Take_a_Look_in_the_Mirror#Reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/See_You_on_the_Other_Side_(Korn_album)#Critical_reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Untitled_Korn_album#Critical_reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Korn_III:_Remember_Who_You_Are#Release_and_critical_reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Path_of_Totality#Critical_reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Paradigm_Shift#Critical_reception - all *nine* of them are average at best, objectively speaking.
if two grown adults cannot afford to move out of an apartment and into a decent house, they should really think about not having another child. starting a Go Fund Me so that other people can give you money while you work on your 5th child is ridiculous.
Live, these guys play perfectly and their energy is a million times higher. Brittany Slayes is super fun and funny and fierce when she's on stage. They're super fun live, very much worth seeing.
I don't get you guys tbh. Every time a song is slightly more complicated and well produced, it seems you guys dislike it. A song does not need to sound like it came out of the toilet to be passionate. I know I am exaggerating, you guys do enjoy some more complicated pieces, but you guys used an argument based on the fact that the song is technical or well produced to rate the song. I just don't get it.
Cosmic Sea If this band is boring than every power metal band ever is boring. Similar formula, power metal riffs, clean vocals, high range, fast, fantastical lyrics. The difference is the production here is very tight.
Raijin-ryu X24 I don’t really care much for the genre as a whole. I only really like Blind Guardian and Iced Earth because they’re both so damn memorable
I think it's ok not to like the style but to judge them on how emotional they are while playing is jut not fair. You listened to a dozen of lyric vids where you have no idea how the musicians look or behave - just saying. I think the chorus here rocks. But I totally get that that heroic vibe isn't for everyone. And for goooods sake DON'T EVER recommand Dragon Force to them lol
They have a super famous song with superfast guitars and epic high singing....was on Guitar Hero and everybody was breaking their fingers trying to rock the song ;)
you have vin, if you have played Guitar Hero, which I know you have. The legendary guitar hero song "Through the Fire and the Flames" is from them. Its kinda like the final boss of guitar hero songs. Its an incredibly silly song, and they are an incredibly silly band. But their insane technicality and speed is remarkable and sort of....awesome? I dunno. I liked their first album alot. The song Valley of the Damned holds a special place in my heart. th-cam.com/video/T_QFCnfOjmM/w-d-xo.html
Maybe you have been listing to too much death metal lately, which I like also, but this was damn good, I am surprised you didnt like it. To be honest it seemed you had your mind made up before the video played
To be honest, this song is not my favorite one from the Apex album, an awesome track indeed. But In my opinion, songs like Shadow Guide, Earth And Ashes, Cleanse The Bloodlines or Apex would be a better call because they're much more emotional. Although, the album is great as a whole, definitely one of the best metal records from 2017.
Jinjer weren't very energetic in their video for "Pisces" either, exactly the same kind of video as this one, but I don't remember you complaining about how comfortably Eugene and Roman sat on their stools while playing. What you just watched is a typical day in the studio and jumping around like you would on stage or engaging in showmanship is counterproductive. You guys misunderstood the point of this video: It's the studio version of a full-band playthrough, a technical demonstration designed to be somewhat instructional and show the viewer how the song was written, so that's why the band members had to be still, focused and hit every note. I think this video threw you off because you've been watching too much concert footage and that has left you with the misunderstanding that bands display that level of showmanship wherever they perform, when that isn't the case at all. Watch bands performing live in studio FOR RADIO.... you'll notice that the moods of such performances are quite subdued.
You know what's going on. One of the hardest bands (Cattle Decapitation) has some playthrough videos too. They just sit and play. I think it's phenomenal. You just see the bands how they really are.
16:20 Brittney Hayes can indeed pull this stuff off live, I just saw them :) They have a song, 'Tonight We Ride' where she goes way higher than this song, and she nailed it live. Noora Louhimo of Battle Beast is another...incredible, powerful vocals and nails it live. Battle Beast is power metal too.
Its the opinion of 2 people that you watch .....what's the problem ? They won't like everything just like they won't hate everything . Vin is a Korn fan ...ok and ? So his opinion doesn't matter ? Then why watch ? Im sure there are bands you dont like .........shame on you ..lol grow up dude .
Yup, that album is fucking fantasticly good. Just, real full on, and an exceptionally well crafted mix of melodeath and power metal. And Britney is just Bruce dickinson in female form. I desperately want to try and get hold of the previous album and the 7" they released... Tsch... And there's the emperor box set to try and get... Fuck...
Pug Shorty She is the best. Final track is my favorite. Now that's how you end an album. If you haven’t seen it already, she did a three part series explaining the album's story track by track.
This is an epic song. You can feel the emotion in it for sure. This is one of the best power metal songs of the last couple of years IMO. Studio sessions are pretty chill though, visually.
These lyrics expressed a detailed story with a minimum of words. Brilliant work and stellar performance. Rap singers jump around because they have to to create excitement, this music is a caffeine free high. Thrilling, soaring.
That was full of passion. Period. One of the better performances later, straight up to the classics, future classic on its own. But, not your cup of tea, obviously. And yes, she indeed can. Try Britney Slayes and Queensryche, when she sings Queen Of The Reich in karaoke and not in so sober condiition. There´s not many people in the world who can go to Geoff Tate territory even in their top form. Tells something about Britney´s abilities. Thanks for doing this, though, you can´t dig them all :-)
Glad to see how far they have come cause they are awesome people and sound just as good live. I found out about them years back when my band played a show with them and was very impressed. I bought their EP and listened to it alot for the next couple weeks. They definitely deserve all the recognition and success they are getting.
Apex was my favorite metal album of 2017. Every song is so well constructed, and they fit together perfectly to form the album. So many great riffs and solos. If I had to choose one metal song to play for a neophyte this would be it.
You’ve never demanded or asked for money from any of us. So whomever thinks that obviously hasn’t watched your videos. This song is awesome!! Such great musicianship. Awesome vocal talent. I couldn’t log off Assassins Creed fast enough to get here. Boring? It’s a studio video. You have to be technical in your sound and hit all the notes when you are IN THE STUDIO!! I’ve been in a professional setting. You have to be focused. The footage was them setting up and preparing. You didn’t like it because you thought it was forced and not authentic? Not every artist writes subject matter that draws on emotion. Most power metal bands write fantasy. That’s the appeal. Technical metal and fantasy. If you didn’t like the writing then power metal isn’t your genre.
Yes! It has been a great week of reactions haha remembering old videos, in one mention the following: "I definitely want to hear more of this band" so: Eluveitie - The call of the Mountains EDIT: Come on, nothing happens if you do not like any song in particular, I do not tolerate many bands that have gone through the channel haha as they say: in tastes there is nothing written, keep doing a great job!
C'mon guys, you sit there watching and listening to this super tight fast and melodic song and it looks like you're waiting on the bus. I'm really wondering that when you had a first listen to this song on radio you were also this motionless. That being said, would you react to a real technical band? Allegaeon: Proponent for sentience III the Extermination.
Damn I'm reading all these comments and these comments are how I exactly felt when I watched this reaction video. This reaction totally caught me off guard
What's up homies? How the kingdom of Vin and Sori today? Hanging in there I hope! Everyday I wake up I say " Thank You God for another day....and please bless Vin, Sori, and the kids." Lol, y'all take care!
One of the best bands I've heard live, I'm pretty close friends with Scott (drummer) I've always liked them but with their new album apex, it took them to the next level that they needed. They gained tons of popularity for that album, they are all just really awesome people overall. (Ps congrats on the baby 😁)
Whoo! A UTA song, finally! By the way, the basic story is that the Immortal(the protagonist) is trapped in a mountain. Whenever someone calls his name he is freed and has to serve whoever called him pretty much indefinitely. In this case a super powerful queen called him to kill her four sons. She needs their blood to preform some ritual(I don’t know what it is) and she needs the Immortal to kill them. One is a politician, one is a sorcerer, one is a General, and one is essentially a nomad. The immortal has no problem killing the first 3 because they are all corrupt/cowards but the last one is married and has lived a good life. He befriends the immortal but they both know that he will die. Eventually the immortal kills the son and the queen puts him back in the mountain. This shocks the immortal because in the song Cleanse the Bloodlines the queen essentially promised to free him forever if he does what she wants. Brittney Slayes(the lead singer) posted a whole video series about the story if you want a more accurate version. By the way, a better(more passionate) song would be Dawn of Ages. It’s an older song but it shows more of the passion, in this case nerdiness, you guys are looking for. th-cam.com/video/yK61le0_oEo/w-d-xo.html Maybe General of the Dark Army would be better if you want something more recent. Either way they are both great songs and I hope you guys give them a listen. Enjoy!
edge of sanity "crimson". please. its an epic tale. also have you not done danzig? "how the gods kill" is the best place to start... or maybe "mother" haha. also best wishes with your tiny one
Discovered this band today (excuse my lateness lol) and thought it was fucking brilliant. She is INSANE. Then I checked your reaction and wtf is this reaction ..lol.
Man I thought yall liked fantasy themed and symphonic style music? Just not in the mood for it today? This being the first time I've heard this song, I loved it. Reminded me of Dragonforce,but with a female lead. :)
Yeah, I just got into them a few months ago from another channel's reaction to this. I have heard of this band before in the past but for whatever reason thought they were like a metalcore group (maybe because the sentence-like name), and I hate metalcore so I stayed away. Even though I have been into power metal for a very long time now I didn't realize they were of the genre. Needless to say I bought Apex and love it. I have also gone back to their Bandcamp page to listen to some of their earlier works.
Not only does she nail the notes live but she does it every single time. The makings of a major band right here. Their previous line up wasn't manowar/iron maiden fans enough to reach for it.
Blind Guardian introduced me to Power Metal. For a long time, I considered Sepultura as the best Brazilian metal band, now? Angra is by far the best, as they always have been.
Like Vin mentioned music is subjective. What moves you might not move others and vice versa. This is basically what its like IN STUDIO recording. Everything has to be precise with technical music like this. When live its about the experience. Saw UTA live and they were awesome, great experience! Brittany is a badass and can deliver live.
Gotta say that I love how you guys stay objective in your reactions. I'd love to see you react to Ice Nine Kills. If you ever do please react to their videos as they produce their own narratives. They just released a new album titled "the silver scream" and the first three videos (American nightmare, thank God it's Friday, and a grave mistake) is a continuing story. Congrats on the baby!
The glow is real. Because Sori is freaking GLOWING. So cool. Love UTA, by the way. Brittany's voice is so cool because she's NOT operatic. Super-talented all of them.
"They're at the apex of their talent" I see what you did there Vin. Very clever. Andrew Jackson Jihad - Big Bird Carcass - A Congealed Clot Of Blood Corrosion Of Conformity - Clean My Wounds Green Carnation - Light Of Day, Day Of Darkness
Sweet! Brittney Slayes Hayes is one of the best metal singers out there, no joke, male or female. Snoopy-Meter: 0-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10 -----------------------------^---
Some suggestions : Metal Church - Watch the Children Pray Kamelot - The Haunting (live from "One Cold Winters Night") Amorphis - Black Winter Day Tristania - My Lost Leonore Lacuna Coil - Heaven's a Lie The Gathering - Strange Machines And congrats on the family increase!
Slayer-Ghosts of War, Devastation-Deliver the Suffering, Kreator - Awakening of the Gods, Sepultura - Desperate cry, Metallica - (Anesthesia) Pulling Teeth+Whiplash, Malevolent Creation - No Salvation, Pantera - By Demons Be Driven, Iron Maiden - Run To The Hills, Anthrax - Indians, Stevie Ray Vaughan - Voodoo Chile (Slight Return) - 9/21/1985 - Capitol Theatre, Passaic, NJ
Oh, look at the high and mighty Vin and Sori. God frowns upon your thoughts, expectations, and actions today. This one just made me sad. Thanks? Praying for you. ❤✌
I'm a big fan of your reactions and breakdowns but here I completely disagree. They are concentrating intensely to play the music in this video. I actually enjoy seeing that level of concentration and attention to what they are doing but at the same time you can tell they are having fun. Watch their actual live videos and they are having a good time. Also to answer your question, yes she can hit those notes live. Anyway, like I said, I'm big fan of you two so keep up thee good work. We'll just have to disagree on this one.
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I think you can absolutely see passion for the music. They might show it a little differently than some bands, but I think it's there. Also, this is in a studio. They are trying to get a recording as right as they can for the album. I might be biased since this is one of my favorite bands, but that's how I see it. And for reference, I also like a lot of other types of metal that are very different; death, melodic death, thrash, metalcore, viking, nu metal, and others. Power metal just has an energy to it that other sub-genres don't
I recommend "Cruelty Brought Thee Orchids" by Cradle of Filth. Long song, but it really captures their early style at its absolutely best, and I'm sure you'll love immersing yourself into Danny's lyrics as always! Also I totally agree about your opinions on Unleash the Archers.
It seems unfair and/or ignorant to claim the song has "no emotion" just because it doesn't resonate with you, especially when what it all boils down to is that you probably just don't like power metal. It's okay though, there is a huge chunk of the metal community who hate on power metal because they think metal has to always be dark, dismal, and edgy. Also, you may like bands that have power metal influences, such as Iced Earth, but not care for the more true to form melodic power metal such as this. Iced Earth is more of a mix between power and thrash BTW. I love all kinds of metal, and the fact there is a ton of it out there that hits other emotions besides being angry, angsty, rebellious, or sad is a big reason why it is my favorite genre of music. The people who hate power metal typically hate it because it is too uplifting, "happy metal" as they say, but I have not seen them describe it as emotionless. I love how uplifting and triumphant those swooning vocal melodies are in this song. I watched another reaction video to this song by someone who had never even heard of power metal before and during said vocal melody the girl just bursted out crying from how it made her feel.
Now that you’re doing powermetal, I suggest trying some Sabaton - they have a song called “The Last Stand” it’s about the Swiss Guard’s last stand in 1527 against the Habsburgs during the sacking of Rome. A secular band doing a religious themed song. Check it out!
Yay! Great video once again you guys! I saw them live a few weeks ago and they totally pull the show off in spades and the vocalist is unreal. Power metal and the like are not for everyone so I totally understand your opinion. Yes, this is a concept album and the whole thing from start to finish is really great and their best album.
I absolutely LOVE this album and the story is brilliant in my opinion. Sad to see it wasn’t their cup of tea but that’s okay. They did say they had a history with this band that seemed to have a negative connotation so I wonder if that might have eeeeked into their opinion. Regardless love you guys and what you are doing!
Maybe try another song from the band, I recommend "Apex". The song is not as fast and typical "Power Metalish" as "Awakening". I'm shure you will like it, specially the singing part from Brittney ^^
Hey guys. Love your reviews. Would for you to listen to Iron Maiden's Wasted Years. One of my favs by them. Also wanted you to know if you hold Duo's albums to a mirror, the way Dio is written, it looks like it spells Devil. Just a hidden Easter egg.
Best battle metal album ever, I literally can't stop smiling the entire time. I don't normally enjoy battle metal or UtA but whatever they did on this album is great, even my girlfriend likes it and she hates battle metal with a passion!
Theyre chillin because its a playthrough video. theyre not gonna bounce around. the point of the video was to show closeups of the instrumentation. because alot of people love the technicality. you think they play like that live? lol no sir/mam. unleash the archers is grossly underrated. as you said theyre immensely talented and they will hit that next level. i have no doubts. and she does pull those vocals off live. shes an absolute beast.
People are having kids every single day, it is a choice you made (unless you're both against condoms/birth control as well as abortion?) and there are people in much more dire need. I mean, if I go to GoFundMe and click on discover one of the first ones is a young girl named Hollie with a brain tumor who can't get the surgery she requires without being flown to Texas. Sure, you're providing free content, but isn't that what the patreon is for? I do enjoy your reaction videos and hope you are able to keep doing them whatever happens, but this leaves a sour taste. I am on the fence about posting this comment - I hope you don't take it the wrong way. I know it won't change your minds; people will support it and it will be worth it for you to keep the gofundme going. But I do think youtubers with strong followings need to see some opposing opinions every now and then. This place can act like quite the echo chamber. P.S. congratulations on the pregnancy, I wish the best for you and your family no matter what!
Eternal Tears of Sorrow - The River Flows Frozen The Necromancers - Salem Girl Pt 1 Draconian - Rivers Between Us, Pale Blue or LITERALLY ANYTHING BY THEM; an amazing female singer!
Apex By Unleash the archers is a monster album from front to back. all killer no filler. Bad-ass song after Bad-ass song. As good as "Awakening" is , you need to listen to the entire record to get the full impact. Probably my favorite metal album of 2017!
They've totally misunderstood the meaning of "full band playthrough". This is not a live recording . This is the studio version. And the purpose of the video is to show "technically" how they perform the song. That is why they are so still . If they were jumping all around, we were unable to se anything.
exactly. The Jinjer song was in this same vein as well. But they may not be familiar with this type of video as its a fairly new thing in the last 4 years or so to do these sorts of videos.
Bro grow up who cares. Smh. Always them cry babies. This is rock n roll no room for that unless it's to rage against tyranny or the machine 😂💯
No emotion?! The fact that neither of you showed ANY sign of life at any point during the song just gave me the feeling that you were just going through the motions to satisfy the request list. I get that everyone has their own opinions and I can usually respect and understand your position on different songs but I feel that you guys (especially Sori) were way off the mark here. This is the first reaction video that I've watched of yours where I felt that you had already decided the outcome well before the first note was even played. This video seemed 'off' from the start. At the very least, Vin made an attempt to give some credit. Sorry, but I disagree and am giving the video a thumbs down for lack of emotion. Still love you guys though!
PS: If you want to see how this band performs live, do a search for them playing live via Dr. Light Productions.
Yeah, they said something about their "past feelings" with the band before they started listening (I personally don't remember them listening to this band before?), then once they started it was like they were purposefully sitting there as still as possible with blank faces. I found it strange as I have never seen them go into something as if they had an agenda of any sort on how they would react. I have seen them at least bob their heads a little on songs they have given like 6's and 7's to, but this was like really awkward and purposeful looking to me.
i totally agree Jamie McCutchen. I was expecting a kick ass reaction but i was sooooo dissappionted
I agree, its not what i expected from them.
The song was the only good thing about this bloated video. Two bumps on a log react.
I was wondering if it was the video being played that they were even watching...
Saying it has no soul? It’s a play through video, what’d you expect? Have to start calling vin google, because he seems to think he knows everything. Very arrogant and smug putting his views across, like he’s always right. Not a cool vibe from this guy at all.
Sori seems way more open minded and not so forceful with her opinions.
Have to agree with most of this. I use to enjoy watching their reactions, but now it seems more and more like they already have their minds made up on some songs before they play them. Might as well just record your thoughts on the band and then play the video. It will end up the same.
I wish you both luck and happiness on the upcoming addition to your family, but I doubt I'll watch any more videos from you guys. Peace.
@@Patryn71 goto agree with you both. 😔
I agree with you. If its not metallica then nothing its good for this guy.....
When they strike out they strike waaaaaaaaay out. Watch their reactions on Hallowed be thy name and Painkiller. Vin and Sori refer to having a strong opinion but are surprised/annoyed when answered with strong opinions.
Lol nah watch a fireside, I love disagreement. The Metallica comm by was funny tho!
Well I mean that's what it looks like in the studio lol. Complaining that they didn't jump all over when in a studio recording. You sit down and get comfortable because it's going to be a long day playing the same 20 sec part over and over and over till you hate the song.
The killing joke Exactly!! Smh
I’ve been in the studio many times for things... yeah, it’s not about showmanship even when catching video of the recording time
Yeah i didn't expect this kind of critique, it is not a live video from a show so there will be no jumping around ofcourse. I think the disappointing part was watching V&S not headbang at all to a kickass song
Well like JinJer, depending on the micing and recording set up, you want to stay relatively still for the best quality possible. The physical antics are for later after you get a recording and go live.
How can you not hear the passion in the music? This song is the same as tons of other songs you have liked in terms of "moving the listener." I saw plenty of passion in the music; the guitarists don't have to be headbanging and making the guitar face all the time to show passion. I think the problem might be that you guys didn't like them the first time, so you came in with a negative bias that shaped your entire perception. Maybe it's that you watched the studio session, which generally is visually boring to watch.
Sovern Gaming It’s boring af. They don’t have the conviction that Blind Guardian or Iced Earth have
I think it is because it is a studio video. Studio videos focus on the technical ability. If you are looking for passion to get you into it, studio videos are not good for a introduction to a band. While the passion seems to be missing for me , I will check them out more since I enjoyed the playing and ability!
Sorry Sovern Gaming. I have to agree with Cosmic Sea, and Vin and Sori. I remember when this dropped and everyone was going on about them, and I echo'd Cosmics sentiment... This is boring stuff.
DUDE! They gave Bring Me the Horizon a 10... You can see they don't have a objective point of view. They are not judging the music by the music itself, rather they are doing it because of how the musicians look while playing.
Vin, dude this is a studio recording... They're in the studio for hours a day when recording. Of course they're not gonna go crazy in there lol. They get comfy so you can do that all day. Not really sure how y'all don't see passion in them.
The drummer is even playing in his socks for crying out loud
"This song sucks because they play their instruments too well and don't jump around like Korn"
because korn plays 2 chords
Yep...😝
Yeah, Korn may have been around for 25 years and may sell records, but *are* the albums any good? "Follow the Leader" (1998), "Untouchables" (2002), and "The Serenity of Suffering" (2016), yeah, but let's see en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Korn_(album)#Critical_reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Life_Is_Peachy#Critical_reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Issues_(Korn_album)#Critical_reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Take_a_Look_in_the_Mirror#Reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/See_You_on_the_Other_Side_(Korn_album)#Critical_reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Untitled_Korn_album#Critical_reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Korn_III:_Remember_Who_You_Are#Release_and_critical_reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Path_of_Totality#Critical_reception *and* en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Paradigm_Shift#Critical_reception - all *nine* of them are average at best, objectively speaking.
Lol love the sarcasm
Lol watch the live version of this...you will change your mind quickly.
if two grown adults cannot afford to move out of an apartment and into a decent house, they should really think about not having another child. starting a Go Fund Me so that other people can give you money while you work on your 5th child is ridiculous.
Live, these guys play perfectly and their energy is a million times higher. Brittany Slayes is super fun and funny and fierce when she's on stage. They're super fun live, very much worth seeing.
UTA is THE BEST band I've ever seen live in my life. I was on the verge of tears. Incredible!
I don't get you guys tbh. Every time a song is slightly more complicated and well produced, it seems you guys dislike it. A song does not need to sound like it came out of the toilet to be passionate. I know I am exaggerating, you guys do enjoy some more complicated pieces, but you guys used an argument based on the fact that the song is technical or well produced to rate the song. I just don't get it.
leo I bet it’s because Vin isn’t as proficient on guitar as this band is.
Agree
leo This band is just...boring. Gone are the days of power metal being an actually interesting and unique genre
Cosmic Sea If this band is boring than every power metal band ever is boring. Similar formula, power metal riffs, clean vocals, high range, fast, fantastical lyrics. The difference is the production here is very tight.
Raijin-ryu X24 I don’t really care much for the genre as a whole. I only really like Blind Guardian and Iced Earth because they’re both so damn memorable
I think it's ok not to like the style but to judge them on how emotional they are while playing is jut not fair. You listened to a dozen of lyric vids where you have no idea how the musicians look or behave - just saying. I think the chorus here rocks. But I totally get that that heroic vibe isn't for everyone.
And for goooods sake DON'T EVER recommand Dragon Force to them lol
Hahahaha never heard of dragon force
They have a super famous song with superfast guitars and epic high singing....was on Guitar Hero and everybody was breaking their fingers trying to rock the song ;)
you have vin, if you have played Guitar Hero, which I know you have. The legendary guitar hero song "Through the Fire and the Flames" is from them. Its kinda like the final boss of guitar hero songs. Its an incredibly silly song, and they are an incredibly silly band. But their insane technicality and speed is remarkable and sort of....awesome? I dunno. I liked their first album alot. The song Valley of the Damned holds a special place in my heart. th-cam.com/video/T_QFCnfOjmM/w-d-xo.html
DragonForce sucks.
Vin and sori should definitely do a reaction to through the fire and the flames by dragonforce. Would be fun to see their reactions lol
Maybe you have been listing to too much death metal lately, which I like also, but this was damn good, I am surprised you didnt like it. To be honest it seemed you had your mind made up before the video played
Very possible on all counts
Its all good-respect your opinions
To be honest, this song is not my favorite one from the Apex album, an awesome track indeed. But In my opinion, songs like Shadow Guide, Earth And Ashes, Cleanse The Bloodlines or Apex would be a better call because they're much more emotional. Although, the album is great as a whole, definitely one of the best metal records from 2017.
@@lino2048 I think earth and ashes is better also,,,,it gets stuck in my head Everytime I hear it.
Jinjer weren't very energetic in their video for "Pisces" either, exactly the same kind of video as this one, but I don't remember you complaining about how comfortably Eugene and Roman sat on their stools while playing. What you just watched is a typical day in the studio and jumping around like you would on stage or engaging in showmanship is counterproductive. You guys misunderstood the point of this video: It's the studio version of a full-band playthrough, a technical demonstration designed to be somewhat instructional and show the viewer how the song was written, so that's why the band members had to be still, focused and hit every note.
I think this video threw you off because you've been watching too much concert footage and that has left you with the misunderstanding that bands display that level of showmanship wherever they perform, when that isn't the case at all. Watch bands performing live in studio FOR RADIO.... you'll notice that the moods of such performances are quite subdued.
You know what's going on. One of the hardest bands (Cattle Decapitation) has some playthrough videos too. They just sit and play. I think it's phenomenal. You just see the bands how they really are.
Honestly he probably liked the eye candy better in the Jinjer video.... just saying... least I think so anyway.
Wow, this one caught me off guard. I honestly hadn't even considered the possibility that someone who enjoys metal may not like this song.
I guess you're old school then ;)
Yes, this song is practically flawless and is emotive af.
Cleanse The Bloodlines would be a better introduction song instead of this one.
I love nearly all types of metal but this sounds like a bad power metal song.
@Johnny Mack Sure, if you consider bands like Iron Maiden newb "metal" then that's fair.
16:20 Brittney Hayes can indeed pull this stuff off live, I just saw them :) They have a song, 'Tonight We Ride' where she goes way higher than this song, and she nailed it live. Noora Louhimo of Battle Beast is another...incredible, powerful vocals and nails it live. Battle Beast is power metal too.
If they are not a fan of this then why would they have a different reaction to Battle Beast?
Not saying they should react to Battle Beast. I'm just saying that Ms. Louhimo is an incredible singer :)
Just saw them live in Chicago last week. Fucking great live!!! Great stage presence and down to earth.
The opinion of a guy who's favorite band is Korn. Smh.
Joe Mama This band is overrated. Get over it
Korn: Repetitive and overrated as fuck
Its the opinion of 2 people that you watch .....what's the problem ? They won't like everything just like they won't hate everything . Vin is a Korn fan ...ok and ? So his opinion doesn't matter ? Then why watch ? Im sure there are bands you dont like .........shame on you ..lol grow up dude .
Korn sucks ass
Have you ever listened to the Apex album? Didn't like these songs also until I did.
Unleash The Archers' newest album Apex is really good. One of the best metal records of 2017 imo.
Yup, that album is fucking fantasticly good. Just, real full on, and an exceptionally well crafted mix of melodeath and power metal. And Britney is just Bruce dickinson in female form. I desperately want to try and get hold of the previous album and the 7" they released... Tsch... And there's the emperor box set to try and get... Fuck...
I just got the album in the mail last Friday and it told a great story. Brittany is simply amazing.
Pug Shorty She is the best. Final track is my favorite. Now that's how you end an album. If you haven’t seen it already, she did a three part series explaining the album's story track by track.
And not long ago they released the continuation of the story Abyss
You guys are insane. This was one of the best releases of 2017.
This is an epic song. You can feel the emotion in it for sure. This is one of the best power metal songs of the last couple of years IMO.
Studio sessions are pretty chill though, visually.
These lyrics expressed a detailed story with a minimum of words.
Brilliant work and stellar performance. Rap singers jump around because they have to to create excitement, this music is a caffeine free high. Thrilling, soaring.
That was full of passion. Period. One of the better performances later, straight up to the classics, future classic on its own. But, not your cup of tea, obviously. And yes, she indeed can. Try Britney Slayes and Queensryche, when she sings Queen Of The Reich in karaoke and not in so sober condiition. There´s not many people in the world who can go to Geoff Tate territory even in their top form. Tells something about Britney´s abilities. Thanks for doing this, though, you can´t dig them all :-)
Glad to see how far they have come cause they are awesome people and sound just as good live. I found out about them years back when my band played a show with them and was very impressed. I bought their EP and listened to it alot for the next couple weeks. They definitely deserve all the recognition and success they are getting.
Apex was my favorite metal album of 2017. Every song is so well constructed, and they fit together perfectly to form the album. So many great riffs and solos. If I had to choose one metal song to play for a neophyte this would be it.
You’ve never demanded or asked for money from any of us. So whomever thinks that obviously hasn’t watched your videos.
This song is awesome!! Such great musicianship. Awesome vocal talent.
I couldn’t log off Assassins Creed fast enough to get here.
Boring? It’s a studio video. You have to be technical in your sound and hit all the notes when you are IN THE STUDIO!! I’ve been in a professional setting. You have to be focused. The footage was them setting up and preparing. You didn’t like it because you thought it was forced and not authentic? Not every artist writes subject matter that draws on emotion.
Most power metal bands write fantasy.
That’s the appeal. Technical metal and fantasy. If you didn’t like the writing then power metal isn’t your genre.
On point.
I cant believe you guys just sat there like "wtf?"
Yes! It has been a great week of reactions haha remembering old videos, in one mention the following: "I definitely want to hear more of this band" so:
Eluveitie - The call of the Mountains
EDIT: Come on, nothing happens if you do not like any song in particular, I do not tolerate many bands that have gone through the channel haha as they say: in tastes there is nothing written, keep doing a great job!
C'mon guys, you sit there watching and listening to this super tight fast and melodic song and it looks like you're waiting on the bus. I'm really wondering that when you had a first listen to this song on radio you were also this motionless. That being said, would you react to a real technical band? Allegaeon: Proponent for sentience III the Extermination.
First, it was all free. Then, it was a dollar. Now, it's a house. Next, the tubevangelists will require a private jet. Just kidding :D
I don't understand how you aren't moved by this. The chorus gives me full-body goosebumps!
You guys are crazy, these guys are more passionate than most people I know about their music.
Agreed. I think what they just experienced is entirely over their heads.
Trust me when I say this, listen to the whole album. This song is the first part of a pretty interesting story-driven concept album.
Yeah, I think they should have reacted to Apex, Cleanse The Bloodlines or even Earth And Ashes. They're all very emotional songs.
Damn I'm reading all these comments and these comments are how I exactly felt when I watched this reaction video. This reaction totally caught me off guard
Kreator-betrayer
Death-voice of the soul
Black sabbath-NIB
Slayer-metal storm/face the Slayer
Overkill-feel the fire
Testament-legacy
UNLEASH THE ARCHERS - Metal has always had future, and these guys are proof of that.
They're playing in my town tonight!
What's up homies? How the kingdom of Vin and Sori today? Hanging in there I hope! Everyday I wake up I say " Thank You God for another day....and please bless Vin, Sori, and the kids." Lol, y'all take care!
One of the best bands I've heard live, I'm pretty close friends with Scott (drummer) I've always liked them but with their new album apex, it took them to the next level that they needed. They gained tons of popularity for that album, they are all just really awesome people overall. (Ps congrats on the baby 😁)
Ariviu m love the drummer’s shirt!
Loved the band, loved the studio video. Not a power metal fan but damn! The riffs and the vocals are so good. Thanks for introducing me to this band.
Whoo! A UTA song, finally!
By the way, the basic story is that the Immortal(the protagonist) is trapped in a mountain. Whenever someone calls his name he is freed and has to serve whoever called him pretty much indefinitely. In this case a super powerful queen called him to kill her four sons. She needs their blood to preform some ritual(I don’t know what it is) and she needs the Immortal to kill them. One is a politician, one is a sorcerer, one is a General, and one is essentially a nomad. The immortal has no problem killing the first 3 because they are all corrupt/cowards but the last one is married and has lived a good life. He befriends the immortal but they both know that he will die. Eventually the immortal kills the son and the queen puts him back in the mountain. This shocks the immortal because in the song Cleanse the Bloodlines the queen essentially promised to free him forever if he does what she wants. Brittney Slayes(the lead singer) posted a whole video series about the story if you want a more accurate version.
By the way, a better(more passionate) song would be Dawn of Ages. It’s an older song but it shows more of the passion, in this case nerdiness, you guys are looking for. th-cam.com/video/yK61le0_oEo/w-d-xo.html Maybe General of the Dark Army would be better if you want something more recent. Either way they are both great songs and I hope you guys give them a listen. Enjoy!
every human who ever had a guitar in his hand has to love this!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
edge of sanity "crimson". please. its an epic tale. also have you not done danzig? "how the gods kill" is the best place to start... or maybe "mother" haha. also best wishes with your tiny one
I doubt that they'll be sitting through 40 minutes of one song :)
i know but it's so worth it
Not disagreeing with you :)
Ben Howard I’d love this but I doubt they would do it
ok, i know "crimson" is a long shot but this channel needs some EOS. maybe "the masque" is a more reasonable request
Discovered this band today (excuse my lateness lol) and thought it was fucking brilliant. She is INSANE. Then I checked your reaction and wtf is this reaction ..lol.
"It didn't stir me"? I'm sorry, I didn't realize you were a yogurt.
congratulation!!! I thought sori looked like it. She had the glow. Good luck to you both.
I am genuinely surprised that y'all dont like this, I really thought that you would dig them and be real into it
They are off the charts live. Passion, energy are on a whole different level than in the video.
Finally Thank you!
Live these guys are amazing and don't let the video fool you
Man I thought yall liked fantasy themed and symphonic style music? Just not in the mood for it today? This being the first time I've heard this song, I loved it. Reminded me of Dragonforce,but with a female lead. :)
Yeah, I just got into them a few months ago from another channel's reaction to this. I have heard of this band before in the past but for whatever reason thought they were like a metalcore group (maybe because the sentence-like name), and I hate metalcore so I stayed away. Even though I have been into power metal for a very long time now I didn't realize they were of the genre.
Needless to say I bought Apex and love it. I have also gone back to their Bandcamp page to listen to some of their earlier works.
Not only does she nail the notes live but she does it every single time. The makings of a major band right here. Their previous line up wasn't manowar/iron maiden fans enough to reach for it.
Blind Guardian - Imagination From The Other Side
Blind Guardian introduced me to Power Metal. For a long time, I considered Sepultura as the best Brazilian metal band, now? Angra is by far the best, as they always have been.
Like Vin mentioned music is subjective. What moves you might not move others and vice versa. This is basically what its like IN STUDIO recording. Everything has to be precise with technical music like this. When live its about the experience. Saw UTA live and they were awesome, great experience! Brittany is a badass and can deliver live.
Gotta say that I love how you guys stay objective in your reactions. I'd love to see you react to Ice Nine Kills. If you ever do please react to their videos as they produce their own narratives. They just released a new album titled "the silver scream" and the first three videos (American nightmare, thank God it's Friday, and a grave mistake) is a continuing story. Congrats on the baby!
this song has plenty of energy in it all throughout
They're in a studio !!..
The glow is real. Because Sori is freaking GLOWING. So cool. Love UTA, by the way. Brittany's voice is so cool because she's NOT operatic. Super-talented all of them.
"They're at the apex of their talent" I see what you did there Vin. Very clever.
Andrew Jackson Jihad - Big Bird
Carcass - A Congealed Clot Of Blood
Corrosion Of Conformity - Clean My Wounds
Green Carnation - Light Of Day, Day Of Darkness
I like that you used "preggo" in this video bud I chuckled at that
I got the Apex album in the mail last Friday proceeded to play it immediately. Thumbs up all the way around. Brittany is simply amazing!
She hits that shit live. Saw them last month in San Diego. UtA fucking SLAYS
Sweet! Brittney Slayes Hayes is one of the best metal singers out there, no joke, male or female.
Snoopy-Meter: 0-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10
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Some suggestions :
Metal Church - Watch the Children Pray
Kamelot - The Haunting (live from "One Cold Winters Night")
Amorphis - Black Winter Day
Tristania - My Lost Leonore
Lacuna Coil - Heaven's a Lie
The Gathering - Strange Machines
And congrats on the family increase!
Death Come Near Me - Draconian
I really want to see this one
I saw you guys did an interview with Head from Korn. Can you try David Silveria?
Portal - Curtain
Carcass - Heartwork
I love this song and cool to see how they play it
Slayer-Ghosts of War, Devastation-Deliver the Suffering, Kreator - Awakening of the Gods, Sepultura - Desperate cry, Metallica - (Anesthesia) Pulling Teeth+Whiplash, Malevolent Creation - No Salvation, Pantera - By Demons Be Driven, Iron Maiden - Run To The Hills, Anthrax - Indians, Stevie Ray Vaughan - Voodoo Chile (Slight Return) - 9/21/1985 - Capitol Theatre, Passaic, NJ
Oh, look at the high and mighty Vin and Sori. God frowns upon your thoughts, expectations, and actions today. This one just made me sad. Thanks? Praying for you. ❤✌
A little late to this party, but "Tonight We Ride" and "Test Your Metal" from this band are must listen. You will not be disappointed.
I'm a big fan of your reactions and breakdowns but here I completely disagree. They are concentrating intensely to play the music in this video. I actually enjoy seeing that level of concentration and attention to what they are doing but at the same time you can tell they are having fun.
Watch their actual live videos and they are having a good time. Also to answer your question, yes she can hit those notes live.
Anyway, like I said, I'm big fan of you two so keep up thee good work. We'll just have to disagree on this one.
A Day to Remember- The Document Speaks for Itself
Rage Against the Machine - Wake Up
Rage Against the Machine - Testify
🤘S E P T I C F L E S H🤘
Portrait of a Headless Man (official video)
Anubis
Vampire from Nazareth
Prometheus (official video)
Sangreal
Virtues of the Beast
Martyr
Communion
🤘PLEASE🤘
Beautiful band!
there is a video of this song live on you tube, and they pull it off big time!!
Where’s the link
its a cam version, love your show! here is the link, th-cam.com/video/Iy1tfCASWdI/w-d-xo.html
awesome video as always, your opnions are respected! but that's a badass superman shirt!
I think you can absolutely see passion for the music. They might show it a little differently than some bands, but I think it's there. Also, this is in a studio. They are trying to get a recording as right as they can for the album. I might be biased since this is one of my favorite bands, but that's how I see it. And for reference, I also like a lot of other types of metal that are very different; death, melodic death, thrash, metalcore, viking, nu metal, and others. Power metal just has an energy to it that other sub-genres don't
Katatonia - The One You Are Looking For Is Not Here
I recommend "Cruelty Brought Thee Orchids" by Cradle of Filth. Long song, but it really captures their early style at its absolutely best, and I'm sure you'll love immersing yourself into Danny's lyrics as always! Also I totally agree about your opinions on Unleash the Archers.
These guys were amazing i saw them in Arizona and man Britney Slayes is amazing live
It seems unfair and/or ignorant to claim the song has "no emotion" just because it doesn't resonate with you, especially when what it all boils down to is that you probably just don't like power metal.
It's okay though, there is a huge chunk of the metal community who hate on power metal because they think metal has to always be dark, dismal, and edgy. Also, you may like bands that have power metal influences, such as Iced Earth, but not care for the more true to form melodic power metal such as this. Iced Earth is more of a mix between power and thrash BTW.
I love all kinds of metal, and the fact there is a ton of it out there that hits other emotions besides being angry, angsty, rebellious, or sad is a big reason why it is my favorite genre of music. The people who hate power metal typically hate it because it is too uplifting, "happy metal" as they say, but I have not seen them describe it as emotionless. I love how uplifting and triumphant those swooning vocal melodies are in this song. I watched another reaction video to this song by someone who had never even heard of power metal before and during said vocal melody the girl just bursted out crying from how it made her feel.
Now that you’re doing powermetal, I suggest trying some Sabaton - they have a song called “The Last Stand” it’s about the Swiss Guard’s last stand in 1527 against the Habsburgs during the sacking of Rome. A secular band doing a religious themed song. Check it out!
Yay! Great video once again you guys! I saw them live a few weeks ago and they totally pull the show off in spades and the vocalist is unreal. Power metal and the like are not for everyone so I totally understand your opinion.
Yes, this is a concept album and the whole thing from start to finish is really great and their best album.
It's not just that they don't like power metal, they were questioning their passion. So for those Reasons, I'm out.
Powermetal is usually fast paced, fantastical lyrics or themes, sing along choruses and overall uplifting. Happy metal some people call it :\
I absolutely LOVE this album and the story is brilliant in my opinion. Sad to see it wasn’t their cup of tea but that’s okay. They did say they had a history with this band that seemed to have a negative connotation so I wonder if that might have eeeeked into their opinion. Regardless love you guys and what you are doing!
Maybe try another song from the band, I recommend "Apex". The song is not as fast and typical "Power Metalish" as "Awakening". I'm shure you will like it, specially the singing part from Brittney ^^
How long far are you Sori?
9.5 weeks
VinAnd Sori Oh, congratulations! Both of you two!
Hey guys. Love your reviews. Would for you to listen to Iron Maiden's Wasted Years. One of my favs by them. Also wanted you to know if you hold Duo's albums to a mirror, the way Dio is written, it looks like it spells Devil. Just a hidden Easter egg.
Best battle metal album ever, I literally can't stop smiling the entire time. I don't normally enjoy battle metal or UtA but whatever they did on this album is great, even my girlfriend likes it and she hates battle metal with a passion!
Theyre chillin because its a playthrough video. theyre not gonna bounce around. the point of the video was to show closeups of the instrumentation. because alot of people love the technicality. you think they play like that live? lol no sir/mam. unleash the archers is grossly underrated. as you said theyre immensely talented and they will hit that next level. i have no doubts. and she does pull those vocals off live. shes an absolute beast.
Moonspell - Opium
People are having kids every single day, it is a choice you made (unless you're both against condoms/birth control as well as abortion?) and there are people in much more dire need. I mean, if I go to GoFundMe and click on discover one of the first ones is a young girl named Hollie with a brain tumor who can't get the surgery she requires without being flown to Texas. Sure, you're providing free content, but isn't that what the patreon is for? I do enjoy your reaction videos and hope you are able to keep doing them whatever happens, but this leaves a sour taste.
I am on the fence about posting this comment - I hope you don't take it the wrong way. I know it won't change your minds; people will support it and it will be worth it for you to keep the gofundme going. But I do think youtubers with strong followings need to see some opposing opinions every now and then. This place can act like quite the echo chamber.
P.S. congratulations on the pregnancy, I wish the best for you and your family no matter what!
Eternal Tears of Sorrow - The River Flows Frozen
The Necromancers - Salem Girl Pt 1
Draconian - Rivers Between Us, Pale Blue or LITERALLY ANYTHING BY THEM; an amazing female singer!
Apex By Unleash the archers is a monster album from front to back. all killer no filler. Bad-ass song after Bad-ass song. As good as "Awakening" is , you need to listen to the entire record to get the full impact. Probably my favorite metal album of 2017!
Helloween - The King For a 1000 Years (Live on 3 Continents) Awesome power metal line-up.
Finally Awakening!
awesome!! I never hear this band before and i love it.
Pd; please react to The Crimson Ghosts - Dont Follow
Deftones - Royal
Burzum -a lost forgotten sad spirit there's a link below for you ppl
th-cam.com/video/fldPK1eB-04/w-d-xo.html
They are very different live....you would enjoy their concert much more.