I told my friends/co-workers that "I Write Sins, Not Tragedies" by Panic At the Disco is one of the best white boy songs I've ever heard. Now they're sending me song suggestions and I'm doing live reactions here.
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Love the videos. That whole album is amazing. For white folks who were teenagers and young adults he was our Tupac or Biggie. Some one who's artistry was taken too early.
I’ve subscribed to see where this series goes…. If you’re sticking with 90’s Alt/rock then you need Alice In Chains and Smashing Pumpkins and definitely Stone Temple Pilots. Alice In Chains - “Down In A Hole” Smashing Pumpkins - “Zer0” Stone Temple Pilots - “Interstate Love Song” If you’re willing to expand outside of alt rock check out industrial: Nine Inch Nails - “Closer” K.M.F.D.M. - “Megalomaniac” Or Punk! Misfits - “Where Eagles Dare” NoFX - “Linoleum” Dead Kennedys - “Riot” Bad Religion - “Struck A Nerve” I hope you enjoy your journey!
Another great video! If you’re ready for something different to what you've listened to so far, check out Avatar Hail The Apocalypse, Motionless in White Loud, White Zombie More Human Than Human, Falling In Reverse Popular Monster, Bullet For My Valentine Tears Don't Fall, or Slipknot Custer
Rage Against The Machine self title album. You should also react to a couple off of their 2nd album "Evil Empire"--at least Bulls on Parade and Down Rodeo. I think you should react to Bulls on Parade before you do a whole album from Rage, personally.
@@HollywoodRobTV It's awesome to see someone discover this stuff for the first time. I am really enjoying your channel. I hope you check out Al Yankovic's version of Smells like teen spirit and ganster's paradise too. Enjoy. BTW, did you know the lead singer of Foo Fighters was Nirvana's drummer for Smells like teen spirit?
90s Grunge was not only heavy musically but heavy lyrically as well. Many grunge bands were very anti-establishment and were trying to push back. I'd love to hear your take on Smashing Pumpkins 'Zero.' Keep 'em coming, Rob, these vids are godlike!
@@HollywoodRobTV Grunge is a funny term. It was coined as a joke by the girl who answered the phones at an indie label (I wanna say sub pop but I might be wrong) when a Rolling Stone journalist called them for an interview. It was so insane how quick they blew up with Nirvana and the Meat Puppets, etc. that it was all just funny to them. Anyway, that journalist used the term in his article and it became a vague word for a collection of music that has very little in common besides its time period. Rage Against the Machine was categorized as grunge at times - just as a reference point.
@@JenLight Funny that Grunge is used for bands that dont fit any other mold and most bands that are called Grunge typically are all about 'Fuck the system'
@@HollywoodRobTV Smashing Pumpkins is like a mix of grunge and some of the ethereal elements of dream pop. Start with Cherub Rock and work your way up from there. They have a peak cut off though so be careful about what you listen to post break up. They experiment with their sound a bunch though. They have one of the best rock drummers too. Jimmy Chamberlin is a drummer god.
That drummer back there is Dave Grohl, now lead of Foo Fighters, one of the biggest rock bands in the world currently. You should listen too "The Best of You" by the Foo Fighters.
Got to feed the Foos at a little dinner after their Rock Hall induction, a couple months before Taylor Hawkins passed away. Nirvana was my #1 favorite band growing up, this is my fav hidden gem, this version specifically m.th-cam.com/video/pUOdoTa4crc/w-d-xo.html
His voice is an instument itself. He had a way of connecting a person with every emotion he was feeling. While those of us without such vocal abilities think this is a gift, history within the music industry shows otherwise. How many of us can truly understand what it would be like to feel everything so intensely that it is conveyed easily through our voice? So many incredible artists have left us way too soon. Depression, a very common theme. Often leading to dependencies, self medicating, and ultimately their demise. While not all of them were that young, there's a reason for The Twenty Seven Club. RIP to the the many talented, tortured, souls.
On the subject of Cobain's ending, it's wild just how many artists that you've covered so far in this series had the same fate. Depression is a major theme among rock.
Yeah, he did a great cover of it on MTV Unplugged. David Bowie was the original artist and he said he really liked it. He was surprised when he found out that Kurt liked his music and wanted to meet him but unfortunately Kurt passed away before that could happen.
I'm so glad you checked this one out. This is probably my favorite Nirvana song for a variety of reasons. Kurt's way with words is incredible. If you're gonna listen to a full album from them, i highly recommend In Utero. Nevermind is more popular, but In Utero has more intricate songwriting all around
More than any of Kurt’s other work, it honestly pains me that the person that performed that unplugged album thought so little of himself to end it all. A genuine tragedy that just highlights how depression is a real mental illness that needs to be taken seriously. If a person with that much talent thinks the world would be better without them, what chance does the average person have?
I was going to mention that as well. That entire set really exposed a person to the haunting qualities of his voice! "Where did you sleep last night" vastly underrated, was exceptional on the MTV unplugged set.
One of my favourite parts of watching fans of Rap listening to rock is how much you appreciate lyrics waaay more than your average rock fan. Not that all rock fans ignore lyrics, but a whole lot will put up with a whole lot of filler nonsense meaningless word drivel. Keep on being awesome, and I hope you discover a ton more music that's fire!
I think this is why a bunch of Rage Against The Machine fans were shocked to find out they were left wing. Like, I thought it couldn't get less subtle than RATM where they stand, but apparently some people were still surprised!
I love that you said parts of the song are both gory and beautiful at the same time, because that’s exactly how I would describe the music video for the song - which you should definitely check out now that you’ve heard the song itself. If I’m not mistaken, there are two versions of the video, but that description I think applies to both of them.
If no one has asked you to listen to Alice in Chains yet you are missing out. Highly suggest "Man in the Box", "Nutshell", "Would?", "Rooster", "Down in a Hole" or "Them Bones". You'll thank me later, one of the best vocalists to come out of this era of rock.
I am so happy you hear the lyrics and not just the music. I'm born and raised in Seattle, was in HS in the 90s. Nirvana and all the other big bands from the era were an important part of that decade for me. I was a freshman when Smells Like Teen Spirit first broke big. I will always remember turning on the TV while getting ready for school and the video popped up. I just stood and watched until my mom shrieked at me to turn it off or miss the bus. That was pretty much how my teen days were from then on. Mom shrieking at me and me missing the bus.🤷
If you want some rock with a strong message and some amazing screaming guitar work, check out one of my all time favourites Cult Of Personality by Living Colour. You won’t be disappointed!
@@mollyesther1 They debuted at the absolute wrong time, right when grunge and alternative was picking up steam. They were great musicians but their sound was just too dated for mainstream success at the time.
You should do the live acoustic version of "Where did you sleep last night?" It's an amazing classic, and live in a tiny venue with like 50 people. It was on a show called, "MTV: Unplugged."
When In Utero the album came out I was working at a factory I hated, the only thing that got me through the night was listening to this album. They were my favourite band back then.
I love watching people discover things I love, it's like I get to discover it for the first time all over again. And your insight and excitement is really taking it to the next level. I'm looking forward to taking the rest of this journey with you, bro.
You know, one of the things that makes you fun to watch is your introspection. Other reaction videos, they listen, they make some eyes at the music, then when it’s over, they say like and subscribe and they’re done. You break down details about what you like, don’t like, compare it to other things you watched, other things you’re in to. And along with you hilarious personality, you add more than just the song. Keep it going. There’s a reason Kurt is a legend. The more you go down the rabbit hole, the more you’ll find, both good and bad. You found the potion that said drink me, and you drank it. No turning back Hollywood.
These videos have been such a great dissection of these songs, and a crazy nostalgic trip into the music I loved as a teenager. (Hi, it's me, another socially-conscious middle-aged white man checking in to say these bands transformed my whole worldview at a young age and it never really went away.) If you do another song from the album "Dumb" and "Very Ape" are great and not as well-known as some of the others. The album as a whole is a solid 10/10 though, so you can't go wrong. R*pe Me is a difficult song for sure, but the intention behind it is good.
Bruh, your reactions are giving me LIFE! If you wan't to react to another Nirvana song, I highly suggest "Drain You" from Nevermind. Honestly there are so many songs I could clue you into. I wish I could just have a conversation about music with you, man. You're doing great. Keep it up, my friend.
I love watching these, man. You're so animated, and your excitement when these songs hit is infectious. I always find myself smiling and nodding my head with you. You have some really interesting commentary too, makes me look at these classics in a different way. Keep it up!
Ive really begun to appreciate his.. lyrical appreciation thats growing. Thats been my favorite point so far. Rock and metal lyrics are typically deep as fuck. And some of the artist are legendary status and make u wonder what cosmic energy channeled thru them and shit that made that.
Nirvana is my favorite all time band, I was obsessed with them back in the day. Broken when he ended his own life. Their music still hits too, people still trying to copy that sound with no success. RATM is a close #2 for me. Enjoy!
You really need to react to "Time" by Pink Floyd. It's one of the greatest rock songs of all time. The lyrics are deep and the guitar solo is one of the most incredible ever done.
Love this series you're doing. As much as you like guitar solos, you HAVE to listen to Jimi Hendrix. All Along the Watchtower & Castles Made of Sand would be my personal recommendations. It'll change your life, man.
Hey Rob, love that you're diving into this stuff. Your reactions are fantastic. Some suggestions for ya: Faith No More - Epic, VNV Nation - Epicentre, Kyuss - Demon Cleaner, Front 242 - Headhunter
Side note / Just a thing to know: Dave Grohl (singer/leader of the Foo Fighters) was the drummer for Nirvana. You should definitely check out some Foo Fighters at some point. :)
@@HollywoodRobTV Demon Cleaner is definitely "driving music" in my opinion. Kyuss is regarded as the original "desert rock" band- much of their stuff is best experienced driving fast on a desert road. 😁
On top of Kurts unique lyrics and delivery, Nirvana is way more rhythmically and texturally interesting than most rock bands. Turn up the bass and hear that slightly-off punching they're running underneath.
man I love Dave's drumming here, especially heading into the chorus. I don't usually notice Dave in Nirvana songs! honestly it kinda surprised me when I first heard "wait, the *drummer* is who got big out of Nirvana after Kurt?" (Dave Grohl went on to start the Foo Fighters, if you didn't know, he's basically modern rock royalty) Wow I'm impressed Nirvana made such an immediate impact on you! Ranking them right up with Rage was not something I was expecting. As someone who's just always heard Nirvana about, my older siblings loved this music, yeah I appreciate them a lot but I've never thought about what it must be like to approach them fresh.
Thank you so damn much. I loved Nirvana as a teen, and somehow lost them along the way. Seeing them through your eyes just reminded me of what grabs you by the heart with them.
Nirvana had some great albums. I actually think their MTV Unplugged was the best, but Nevermind and In Utero were both great. A fun, more lighthearted song... Sliver.
Possibly kurts greatest live performance and definitely one of the greatest things mtv ever did. Thats right kids. Mtv used to be actually really cool.
Kurt wrote the kind of songs you'll have to study for a second before you really hear it all. It's visceral and memorable but it's also packed with word play that you probably won't catch all of it right away. In this song, an example is something like "I've been drawn into your magnet tar pit trap" which is a cool line that sounds mysterious and angsty. But now consider that since I heard "magnet tar pit trap" as "Magnetar pit trap" the first time, I cannot unhear it. A magnetar is an impossibly heavy neutron star, which would have an immense an nearly inescapable gravity to it which would trap you if you got too close. You hear that, and you realize you're listening to it as a new song for the second time. A line that is weird and twisty like that, when you realize where it really gets its meaning, it feels like you unlocked a box and inside was a shard of this man's treasured mind. Put that shit in your playlist and experience it for awhile outside the context of content, and I promise you'll be rewarded.
Kurt was deep, man. I met them back in '90 in Seattle, got to chat with them in a pub on the wharf where they played a bit. The entire band was pretty cool, but Kurt was deep.
@@HollywoodRobTV The "heart-shaped box" was a literal gift she gave to him (an actual box shaped like a heart)... Love your vids btw, our tastes are very similar in these genres, even though I'm primarily a hip-hop head.
@@HollywoodRobTV I dunno, but he describes a lot of being trapped in these lyrics. Meat eating orchids = pitcher plant which is a trap. Locked inside a box. Tar pit trap.
He has said in an interview "heart shaped box" had two meanings - a literal heart-shaped box and, well, a vagina. But particularly a box that has him trapped in a relationship - meat-eating orchid etc. all nasty metaphors for getting pulled in by sex to a relationship. A lot of the imagery is various thoughts and fears about his marriage and having kids.
ive watched a few of these vids of yours man and i really appreciate how honest you are. when you hate it you hate it, when you like it you fkn like it! awesome
Enjoying your videos a lot man. You've got great energy and a cool sense of humour. More Rage and Nirvana soon please! But give Closer by Nine Inch Nails a try... would love to see what you think
I had this same thought. If Rob is sticking to early 90s white people music, Nine Inch Nails has to make an appearance. Closer or March Of The Pigs from Downward Spiral are both great. Hurt could be fun to see someone hear for the first time as well.
Please do a reaction video to Walk by Pantera and/or Man In The Box by Alice In Chains. These are exactly the type of Emo, white-boy songs your looking for. 🤘🏼
@@drkbrhds Them bones is a good one as well. I wouldn't suggest Rooster as a first listen. Over 6 minutes and a little slower pace. That said, Rooster is my favorite Alice in Chains and one of my favorite rock songs in general. Man in the Box would be my top choice for him.
Love your reactions!! Here are some suggestions: I Believe in a Thing Called Love - The Darkness Nirvana - MTV Unplugged (the entire recording is incredible) Do The Evolution - Pearl Jam (I am not a fan of them, but this song is incredible) Romantic Rights - Death From Above 1979 Black History Month - Death From Above 1979 Sexy Results - Death From Above 1979 Long Hard Road Out of Hell - Marilyn Manson Man That You Fear - Marilyn Manson The Reflecting God - Marilyn Manson 😊
This is awesome to see! the 90s were definitely an awesome time for music with a major reaction against the pop 80s sound. Grunge and the harder guitar work. Nirvana Soundgarden (Chris Cornell was amazing) Alice in Chains Stone Temple Pilots Pearl Jam Weezer (Pinkerton in particular) Veruca Salt Bush Hole Smashing Pumpkins Temple of the Dog So many good songs from that era.
If you like the drummer, you have to check out Foo Fighters (recommend The Pretender for first). The drummer in question is Dave Grohl, and he's also a good singer and great lyricist/guitarist.
F yeah, def check out more Nirvana. Recommend any of the following - "Lithium," "Drain You," "Dive," "Aneurysim," if you really wanna get wild, "Territorial Pissings," and of course their legendary MTV Unplugged performance of "Where Did You Sleep Last Night." I could go on, but those are some of my favorites.
Okay, been watching your recent videos and love em!! I see you like good music with lyrics that got something to say. Here’s my recommendations: Go back to Rage Against The Machine- “Bulls on Parade” Linkin Park - “Given Up” (this song has such a different meaning with Chester passing away) Disturbed - listen to “Striken” first to understand their original work and then their cover of “Sound of silence”. That cover is amazing musicianship Slipknot - “Spit it Out”, “Duality”, or “Before I Forget” Avenged Sevenfold Fold - “Critical Acclaim” Audio Slave - “Show me how to Live” (same guitarist from RATM) Lastly check out Alice In Chains - “Man in The Box”
Favorite thing to watch is people who are geared towards a select music genre who branches out. Fantastic videos and great way to bridge gaps in communities
Dont do a whole album at home by yourself. Listen to the whole album and film your reactions/reviews. Then chop it and release it in pieces. So the people can be involved in your album experience. So far nirvana and rage, two of the greatest bands of all time!
@@HollywoodRobTV I've never subscribed to a reaction channel btw but I'm enjoying your take and am now a sub Another good idea: After some time make a playlist of your favorite new found songs and have a few friends come over that have never experienced these types of genres before. Have them sit there with you and play it for them and get their reactions too. Same amazing tracks but a completely different video.
it gives me hope for the new generation that you can have so much fun on a song that old ! Heart shaped box was my favorite song when i was 17 ish, i'm 42 now, and it's still one of my favorite.
Nirvana are a true OG band. They only released 3 studio albums, but those 3 albums basically changed the course of rock. There were many other bands that definitely helped carry the tide, but Nirvana made the whole world take notice. Nirvana set a cultural trend in motion that is still going to this day. They were a “once in a generation” type band.
Drummer is David Grohl. Now lead singer of Foo Fighters... you should listen to their "The Pretender" for a great song. Love hearing someone discover a lot of the stuff I grew up on.
Honestly, bro, the best way to listen to Nirvana is on their live albums! Kurt’s energy is crazy and his ability to channel rage and emotion into performance is top notch. Live at Reading is an amazing album and Live at The Paramount also rips and was filmed and can be watched. They take Rock to the level of High Art
Just found this series that you started and it's great! I know you from the FGC community, so it's cool seeing this from you too. I really enjoy the honesty and enthusiasm you're bringing to each video. Not sure if you're taking suggesttions from comments, but if you are please try listening to "Popular Monster" by Falling in Reverse. I really think it'll be one of your top white folk songs. 😆
And the band is considered an independent band. True pioneer of rock music. He has collaborations with Tenacious D, Cage the Elephant, and Queens of the Stone Age! Dave is a great musician!!!!
One performance, Nirvana wanted to perform “R*pe Me” on MTV, and MTV was completely against it. So to troll MTV, they started the guitar riff of “R*pe Me” and you know that freaked all the executives at MTV out.
Soundgarden is my favorite Grunge band- when I saw them live in the 1980’s I didn’t think there was a greater live band. Chris Cornell the lead singer was an amazing vocalist.
Stumbled on your channel and watched all your reactions. I think I got one right up your alley. Try Awakening by Unleash The Archers. Its a bit heavy from what you heard so far as its considered Symphonic Metal. I promise you will LOVE the guitar and vocals. Hope to see it and more reaction content!
I’m so glad you read the lyrics. Some people don’t get the messages that many artists are writing…really look at the center of an orchid and get back to us…
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Love the videos. That whole album is amazing. For white folks who were teenagers and young adults he was our Tupac or Biggie. Some one who's artistry was taken too early.
I’ve subscribed to see where this series goes….
If you’re sticking with 90’s Alt/rock then you need Alice In Chains and Smashing Pumpkins and definitely Stone Temple Pilots.
Alice In Chains - “Down In A Hole”
Smashing Pumpkins - “Zer0”
Stone Temple Pilots - “Interstate Love Song”
If you’re willing to expand outside of alt rock check out industrial:
Nine Inch Nails - “Closer”
K.M.F.D.M. - “Megalomaniac”
Or Punk!
Misfits - “Where Eagles Dare”
NoFX - “Linoleum”
Dead Kennedys - “Riot”
Bad Religion - “Struck A Nerve”
I hope you enjoy your journey!
Another great video! If you’re ready for something different to what you've listened to so far, check out Avatar Hail The Apocalypse, Motionless in White Loud, White Zombie More Human Than Human, Falling In Reverse Popular Monster, Bullet For My Valentine Tears Don't Fall, or Slipknot Custer
@@rabbyte3824 Also Soundgarden - Outshined and Black Days
Rage Against The Machine self title album. You should also react to a couple off of their 2nd album "Evil Empire"--at least Bulls on Parade and Down Rodeo. I think you should react to Bulls on Parade before you do a whole album from Rage, personally.
Soundgarden’s “Black Hole Sun” is another grunge classic. The lead singer of Soundgarden is the same as Audioslave.
RIP Chris Cornell
He's not gonna like Black Hole Sun dawg :D
@@MrRockdabells Yeah, but he'd like "Fell on Black Days"
I think he should do "show me how to live" now that's a track
Soundgarden "Rusty Cage" is a great song!! It was even covered by Johnny Cash!!
Fun fact: Kurt Cobain was also the lead guitar player for Nirvana! Not only did he write great lyrics, his guitar melodies were unmatched in the 90s
Bro, WHAAAAT! I’m doing another Nirvana video asap off this alone
@@HollywoodRobTV You won’t regret it! 👍🏼
@@HollywoodRobTV It's awesome to see someone discover this stuff for the first time. I am really enjoying your channel. I hope you check out Al Yankovic's version of Smells like teen spirit and ganster's paradise too. Enjoy. BTW, did you know the lead singer of Foo Fighters was Nirvana's drummer for Smells like teen spirit?
The drummer is a man by the name of Dave Grohl, who happens to be the singer for a band called Foo Fighters.
nirvana Unplugged album is unreal@@HollywoodRobTV
90s Grunge was not only heavy musically but heavy lyrically as well. Many grunge bands were very anti-establishment and were trying to push back. I'd love to hear your take on Smashing Pumpkins 'Zero.' Keep 'em coming, Rob, these vids are godlike!
So Smashing Pumpkins is grunge too? And thanks Steve!
@@HollywoodRobTV Grunge is a funny term. It was coined as a joke by the girl who answered the phones at an indie label (I wanna say sub pop but I might be wrong) when a Rolling Stone journalist called them for an interview. It was so insane how quick they blew up with Nirvana and the Meat Puppets, etc. that it was all just funny to them. Anyway, that journalist used the term in his article and it became a vague word for a collection of music that has very little in common besides its time period. Rage Against the Machine was categorized as grunge at times - just as a reference point.
@@HollywoodRobTV yeah I'd say they are and they have some great stuff too
@@JenLight Funny that Grunge is used for bands that dont fit any other mold and most bands that are called Grunge typically are all about 'Fuck the system'
@@HollywoodRobTV Smashing Pumpkins is like a mix of grunge and some of the ethereal elements of dream pop. Start with Cherub Rock and work your way up from there. They have a peak cut off though so be careful about what you listen to post break up. They experiment with their sound a bunch though. They have one of the best rock drummers too. Jimmy Chamberlin is a drummer god.
Kurt was more of an artist than a rockstar to me
I can't believe how well he writes. It's not "right on the nose" at all.
He was a poet at heart. Best lyrics since Jim Morrison.
Much of Kurt's lyrics can be summed up as masterful use of contradictions and metaphors.
I think it pained him greatly that their music became a part of pop culture.
He was both
That drummer back there is Dave Grohl, now lead of Foo Fighters, one of the biggest rock bands in the world currently. You should listen too "The Best of You" by the Foo Fighters.
Came to say the same thing, glad checked the comments. Dave is amazing, as was Nirvana, and so glad that he continued on afterwards.
I was gonna say it too.
He's also in Queens of the Stone Age, another absolutely killer band.
I'd throw "The Pretender" in too.
Got to feed the Foos at a little dinner after their Rock Hall induction, a couple months before Taylor Hawkins passed away. Nirvana was my #1 favorite band growing up, this is my fav hidden gem, this version specifically
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His voice is an instument itself. He had a way of connecting a person with every emotion he was feeling. While those of us without such vocal abilities think this is a gift, history within the music industry shows otherwise. How many of us can truly understand what it would be like to feel everything so intensely that it is conveyed easily through our voice? So many incredible artists have left us way too soon. Depression, a very common theme. Often leading to dependencies, self medicating, and ultimately their demise. While not all of them were that young, there's a reason for The Twenty Seven Club.
RIP to the the many talented, tortured, souls.
On the subject of Cobain's ending, it's wild just how many artists that you've covered so far in this series had the same fate. Depression is a major theme among rock.
Kurt's voice was haunting, the timber in his voice was so cool.
The guitar bends you hear on “hey”, “wait” and “complaint” add to Kurt’s voice perfectly
You should check out "The Man Who Sold the World." Technically not a Cobain song, but his cover is unreal and hits on some deep shit.
Yeah, he did a great cover of it on MTV Unplugged. David Bowie was the original artist and he said he really liked it. He was surprised when he found out that Kurt liked his music and wanted to meet him but unfortunately Kurt passed away before that could happen.
@@JustTanya. God, could you imagine a prime Bowie/Cobain collab.
People react to man who sold the world.
@@MrRusty103 Man, I wish!
I prefer the Cobain version to Bowies original.
I'm so glad you checked this one out. This is probably my favorite Nirvana song for a variety of reasons. Kurt's way with words is incredible. If you're gonna listen to a full album from them, i highly recommend In Utero. Nevermind is more popular, but In Utero has more intricate songwriting all around
Definitely a more true representation of the bands sound and rawness.
Anything from the unplugged set from Nirvana is amazing. A lot of it is covers of other groups songs but they do an amazing job.
Second that. Especially their version of Where Did You Sleep Last Night. Goosebumps still every time.
@@jesstv3341 Utterly heart wrenching. A truly spectacular, yet almost devastating cover that was just perfect to end the Unplugged Set.
Absolutely seconded. Did Leadbelly proud.
More than any of Kurt’s other work, it honestly pains me that the person that performed that unplugged album thought so little of himself to end it all. A genuine tragedy that just highlights how depression is a real mental illness that needs to be taken seriously. If a person with that much talent thinks the world would be better without them, what chance does the average person have?
I was going to mention that as well. That entire set really exposed a person to the haunting qualities of his voice! "Where did you sleep last night" vastly underrated, was exceptional on the MTV unplugged set.
One of my favourite parts of watching fans of Rap listening to rock is how much you appreciate lyrics waaay more than your average rock fan. Not that all rock fans ignore lyrics, but a whole lot will put up with a whole lot of filler nonsense meaningless word drivel. Keep on being awesome, and I hope you discover a ton more music that's fire!
I think this is why a bunch of Rage Against The Machine fans were shocked to find out they were left wing. Like, I thought it couldn't get less subtle than RATM where they stand, but apparently some people were still surprised!
Agreed.
I love that you said parts of the song are both gory and beautiful at the same time, because that’s exactly how I would describe the music video for the song - which you should definitely check out now that you’ve heard the song itself. If I’m not mistaken, there are two versions of the video, but that description I think applies to both of them.
Love to see first time reactors singing along with the chorus.
If no one has asked you to listen to Alice in Chains yet you are missing out. Highly suggest "Man in the Box", "Nutshell", "Would?", "Rooster", "Down in a Hole" or "Them Bones". You'll thank me later, one of the best vocalists to come out of this era of rock.
I have asked 😂 we are on the same page . Them bones , man in the box , dirt would … I’ve left comments all over
I am so happy you hear the lyrics and not just the music. I'm born and raised in Seattle, was in HS in the 90s. Nirvana and all the other big bands from the era were an important part of that decade for me. I was a freshman when Smells Like Teen Spirit first broke big. I will always remember turning on the TV while getting ready for school and the video popped up. I just stood and watched until my mom shrieked at me to turn it off or miss the bus.
That was pretty much how my teen days were from then on. Mom shrieking at me and me missing the bus.🤷
If you want some rock with a strong message and some amazing screaming guitar work, check out one of my all time favourites Cult Of Personality by Living Colour. You won’t be disappointed!
Oh yeah, Living Color is a black rock band from the 90s who never blew up like they should have.
Fantastic and underrated band! Great suggestion
@@mollyesther1 They debuted at the absolute wrong time, right when grunge and alternative was picking up steam. They were great musicians but their sound was just too dated for mainstream success at the time.
THIS 🙌
The lyrics for Type are like they were telling the future. Living Colour is criminally underrated.
You should do the live acoustic version of "Where did you sleep last night?" It's an amazing classic, and live in a tiny venue with like 50 people. It was on a show called, "MTV: Unplugged."
Such a great cover
When In Utero the album came out I was working at a factory I hated, the only thing that got me through the night was listening to this album. They were my favourite band back then.
I love watching people discover things I love, it's like I get to discover it for the first time all over again. And your insight and excitement is really taking it to the next level. I'm looking forward to taking the rest of this journey with you, bro.
You know, one of the things that makes you fun to watch is your introspection. Other reaction videos, they listen, they make some eyes at the music, then when it’s over, they say like and subscribe and they’re done. You break down details about what you like, don’t like, compare it to other things you watched, other things you’re in to. And along with you hilarious personality, you add more than just the song. Keep it going. There’s a reason Kurt is a legend. The more you go down the rabbit hole, the more you’ll find, both good and bad. You found the potion that said drink me, and you drank it. No turning back Hollywood.
These videos have been such a great dissection of these songs, and a crazy nostalgic trip into the music I loved as a teenager. (Hi, it's me, another socially-conscious middle-aged white man checking in to say these bands transformed my whole worldview at a young age and it never really went away.) If you do another song from the album "Dumb" and "Very Ape" are great and not as well-known as some of the others. The album as a whole is a solid 10/10 though, so you can't go wrong. R*pe Me is a difficult song for sure, but the intention behind it is good.
I was gonna suggest rape me it’s one of my favorites. Could you imagine hearing these songs for the first time all over again? This is so dope .
Bruh, your reactions are giving me LIFE! If you wan't to react to another Nirvana song, I highly suggest "Drain You" from Nevermind. Honestly there are so many songs I could clue you into. I wish I could just have a conversation about music with you, man. You're doing great. Keep it up, my friend.
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I love your appreciation for lyrics. I'm a big lyric person myself.
I love watching these, man. You're so animated, and your excitement when these songs hit is infectious. I always find myself smiling and nodding my head with you. You have some really interesting commentary too, makes me look at these classics in a different way. Keep it up!
Ive really begun to appreciate his.. lyrical appreciation thats growing. Thats been my favorite point so far. Rock and metal lyrics are typically deep as fuck. And some of the artist are legendary status and make u wonder what cosmic energy channeled thru them and shit that made that.
I'd really love to see your reaction to a band like the White Stripes
Yes!
Nirvana is my favorite all time band, I was obsessed with them back in the day. Broken when he ended his own life. Their music still hits too, people still trying to copy that sound with no success. RATM is a close #2 for me. Enjoy!
Drummer for Nirvana is Dave Grohl, who is also the lead singer for Foo Fighters
You really need to react to "Time" by Pink Floyd. It's one of the greatest rock songs of all time. The lyrics are deep and the guitar solo is one of the most incredible ever done.
The song always gets me depressed, but then I go back to dogs and turn mean as ever lol just kidding - I am not a mean person hehe
Should try some Alice in Chains, songs like "Rooster", "Would", and "Man in the Box" might be up your alley
Yes!!! Rooster is an awesome choice when you keep in mind it’s an ode to Jerry Cantrell’s dad and his Vietnam tour. Layne Staley’s voice was magnetic.
DIRT . THEM BONES
YES YES YES!!! and Them Bones!
Love this series you're doing. As much as you like guitar solos, you HAVE to listen to Jimi Hendrix. All Along the Watchtower & Castles Made of Sand would be my personal recommendations. It'll change your life, man.
Hey Rob, love that you're diving into this stuff. Your reactions are fantastic. Some suggestions for ya: Faith No More - Epic, VNV Nation - Epicentre, Kyuss - Demon Cleaner, Front 242 - Headhunter
Side note / Just a thing to know: Dave Grohl (singer/leader of the Foo Fighters) was the drummer for Nirvana. You should definitely check out some Foo Fighters at some point. :)
Thanks, bro! "Demon Cleaner" sounds wild and interesting lmao
Yes- seconding the Foo Fighters recommendation! I think you would really enjoy Pretender
@@HollywoodRobTV Demon Cleaner is definitely "driving music" in my opinion. Kyuss is regarded as the original "desert rock" band- much of their stuff is best experienced driving fast on a desert road. 😁
Definitely Faith No More, but maybe Real Thing instead, Epic isn't aging very well.
On top of Kurts unique lyrics and delivery, Nirvana is way more rhythmically and texturally interesting than most rock bands. Turn up the bass and hear that slightly-off punching they're running underneath.
If you like this I'd recommend "Man in the Box" "Them Bones" or "Would" by Alice in Chains. Similar vibe and lyrical content to Nirvana.
Well said
man I love Dave's drumming here, especially heading into the chorus. I don't usually notice Dave in Nirvana songs! honestly it kinda surprised me when I first heard "wait, the *drummer* is who got big out of Nirvana after Kurt?" (Dave Grohl went on to start the Foo Fighters, if you didn't know, he's basically modern rock royalty)
Wow I'm impressed Nirvana made such an immediate impact on you! Ranking them right up with Rage was not something I was expecting. As someone who's just always heard Nirvana about, my older siblings loved this music, yeah I appreciate them a lot but I've never thought about what it must be like to approach them fresh.
Thank you so damn much. I loved Nirvana as a teen, and somehow lost them along the way. Seeing them through your eyes just reminded me of what grabs you by the heart with them.
Nirvana had some great albums. I actually think their MTV Unplugged was the best, but Nevermind and In Utero were both great. A fun, more lighthearted song... Sliver.
Possibly kurts greatest live performance and definitely one of the greatest things mtv ever did. Thats right kids. Mtv used to be actually really cool.
Kurt wrote the kind of songs you'll have to study for a second before you really hear it all. It's visceral and memorable but it's also packed with word play that you probably won't catch all of it right away. In this song, an example is something like "I've been drawn into your magnet tar pit trap" which is a cool line that sounds mysterious and angsty. But now consider that since I heard "magnet tar pit trap" as "Magnetar pit trap" the first time, I cannot unhear it. A magnetar is an impossibly heavy neutron star, which would have an immense an nearly inescapable gravity to it which would trap you if you got too close. You hear that, and you realize you're listening to it as a new song for the second time. A line that is weird and twisty like that, when you realize where it really gets its meaning, it feels like you unlocked a box and inside was a shard of this man's treasured mind. Put that shit in your playlist and experience it for awhile outside the context of content, and I promise you'll be rewarded.
Watching you enjoy this makes me happy!! This is why I watch reaction videos. I appreciate you!
It's really cool to see your appreciation of the music, lyrics, and your very genuine fun and energetic reactions to these songs in this series!
Nirvana is pretty legendary! 🔥 Btw, I just saw some big guy doing a reaction to you reacting to Killing In the Name. I haven’t watched it yet…
Word?!? Can u link it??
Yes… m.th-cam.com/video/7cun4QTC3BI/w-d-xo.html
Love your channel, your energy and insights. Don’t stop
Your videos are some of the best reaction videos I have ever seen! Good job and keep it up!
Kurt was deep, man. I met them back in '90 in Seattle, got to chat with them in a pub on the wharf where they played a bit. The entire band was pretty cool, but Kurt was deep.
Literally no joke. "Heart Shaped Box" is about Courtney Love's lady parts and being in love with Courtney Love.
Is it really about her "😺" or just love in general?
@@HollywoodRobTV From what I've heard, literally that. But really being love with her generally.
@@HollywoodRobTV The "heart-shaped box" was a literal gift she gave to him (an actual box shaped like a heart)... Love your vids btw, our tastes are very similar in these genres, even though I'm primarily a hip-hop head.
@@HollywoodRobTV I dunno, but he describes a lot of being trapped in these lyrics. Meat eating orchids = pitcher plant which is a trap. Locked inside a box. Tar pit trap.
He has said in an interview "heart shaped box" had two meanings - a literal heart-shaped box and, well, a vagina. But particularly a box that has him trapped in a relationship - meat-eating orchid etc. all nasty metaphors for getting pulled in by sex to a relationship. A lot of the imagery is various thoughts and fears about his marriage and having kids.
ive watched a few of these vids of yours man and i really appreciate how honest you are. when you hate it you hate it, when you like it you fkn like it! awesome
Another great Nirvana song to check out is Lithium. Would be a good one to react to if you haven't heard it yet.
Enjoying your videos a lot man. You've got great energy and a cool sense of humour. More Rage and Nirvana soon please! But give Closer by Nine Inch Nails a try... would love to see what you think
I had this same thought. If Rob is sticking to early 90s white people music, Nine Inch Nails has to make an appearance. Closer or March Of The Pigs from Downward Spiral are both great. Hurt could be fun to see someone hear for the first time as well.
Ooooh closer! Yes!
March of the Pigs would be better to lead with.
NIN - March of the pigs
I'm really appreciating your content. thanks.
Please do a reaction video to Walk by Pantera and/or Man In The Box by Alice In Chains. These are exactly the type of Emo, white-boy songs your looking for. 🤘🏼
Rooster, Would?, Man in The Box are all great choices!
@@drkbrhds Them bones is a good one as well. I wouldn't suggest Rooster as a first listen. Over 6 minutes and a little slower pace. That said, Rooster is my favorite Alice in Chains and one of my favorite rock songs in general. Man in the Box would be my top choice for him.
@@bearpaw7007 I’d have to agree!
If you do what this comment says there is a lot of Pantera worth checking but Cowboys from hell is great as well.
Love your reactions!! Here are some suggestions:
I Believe in a Thing Called Love - The Darkness
Nirvana - MTV Unplugged (the entire recording is incredible)
Do The Evolution - Pearl Jam (I am not a fan of them, but this song is incredible)
Romantic Rights - Death From Above 1979
Black History Month - Death From Above 1979
Sexy Results - Death From Above 1979
Long Hard Road Out of Hell - Marilyn Manson
Man That You Fear - Marilyn Manson
The Reflecting God - Marilyn Manson
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Definitely second some Manson. Some other suggestions:
Walk - Pantera
Revolution - Kamelot
Me, Myself & Hyde - Ice Nine Kils
Nirvana Unplugged is one of the finest live albums ever recorded
If doing Marilyn Manson you have to start with their cover of the Eurythmics Sweet Dreams (are made of this)
I love your energy and enthusiasim. I was 17 to 19 during these years and loved the music. I am so glad to see you enjoying it also.
check out "War Pigs" by Black Sabbath. it's gonna floor ya
This is awesome to see! the 90s were definitely an awesome time for music with a major reaction against the pop 80s sound. Grunge and the harder guitar work.
Nirvana
Soundgarden (Chris Cornell was amazing)
Alice in Chains
Stone Temple Pilots
Pearl Jam
Weezer (Pinkerton in particular)
Veruca Salt
Bush
Hole
Smashing Pumpkins
Temple of the Dog
So many good songs from that era.
I'm a little late but 'captivating' is the word I'd use to describe Kurt's voice. It just grabs you and won't let you go.
Man I was so obsessed with this band growing up it’s really cool to see you reaction to it. So awesome man keep this shit up.
If you like the drummer, you have to check out Foo Fighters (recommend The Pretender for first). The drummer in question is Dave Grohl, and he's also a good singer and great lyricist/guitarist.
Song suggestion: Living Colour "Cult of Personality" (new subscriber)
If you like the groove-rock style of Rage with solos, this is the one.
Hey I love that you do Lyrical analysis on these❤️
Love your energy Rob. Keep it up! Really digging your reviews.
The sooner you listen to Rage Against the Machine - Down Rodeo, the better.
Lmaooo I got so many comments about "Down Rodeo" and "Wake Up"
They def in the queue
You're gonna have to say fuck it and just jam all their albums... they gotta plethora of shit that you'll want in your regular rotation!
Do bulls on parade by rage, and wake up!!!
You crack me up. Great content, dude.
F yeah, def check out more Nirvana. Recommend any of the following - "Lithium," "Drain You," "Dive," "Aneurysim," if you really wanna get wild, "Territorial Pissings," and of course their legendary MTV Unplugged performance of "Where Did You Sleep Last Night." I could go on, but those are some of my favorites.
Nevermind is the superior Nirvana album, IMO. Would love to see a live stream of that album like you did for Hybrid Theory.
Okay, been watching your recent videos and love em!! I see you like good music with lyrics that got something to say. Here’s my recommendations:
Go back to Rage Against The Machine- “Bulls on Parade”
Linkin Park - “Given Up” (this song has such a different meaning with Chester passing away)
Disturbed - listen to “Striken” first to understand their original work and then their cover of “Sound of silence”. That cover is amazing musicianship
Slipknot - “Spit it Out”, “Duality”, or “Before I Forget”
Avenged Sevenfold Fold - “Critical Acclaim”
Audio Slave - “Show me how to Live” (same guitarist from RATM)
Lastly check out Alice In Chains - “Man in The Box”
I agree with all this. 🔥 also Slipknot Spit it Out live at Download…🔥
Favorite thing to watch is people who are geared towards a select music genre who branches out. Fantastic videos and great way to bridge gaps in communities
I would definitely watch a longer album reaction!!! Sign me up
Dont do a whole album at home by yourself. Listen to the whole album and film your reactions/reviews. Then chop it and release it in pieces. So the people can be involved in your album experience.
So far nirvana and rage, two of the greatest bands of all time!
Hmmm! This is a dope idea
@@HollywoodRobTV I've never subscribed to a reaction channel btw but I'm enjoying your take and am now a sub
Another good idea:
After some time make a playlist of your favorite new found songs and have a few friends come over that have never experienced these types of genres before. Have them sit there with you and play it for them and get their reactions too.
Same amazing tracks but a completely different video.
Loving this series
I really appreciate how much you pay attention to the lyrics
Loving these. Watching someone else enjoy the stuff the formed me as a young man.
it gives me hope for the new generation that you can have so much fun on a song that old ! Heart shaped box was my favorite song when i was 17 ish, i'm 42 now, and it's still one of my favorite.
“Don’t think I don’t hear you drummer”
That drummer is David Grohl. The creator and lead singer of Foo Fighters.
I love seeing you embrace alternative music
Nirvana are a true OG band. They only released 3 studio albums, but those 3 albums basically changed the course of rock. There were many other bands that definitely helped carry the tide, but Nirvana made the whole world take notice. Nirvana set a cultural trend in motion that is still going to this day. They were a “once in a generation” type band.
KORN!! LOve Nirvana - that shaped me growing up. Gotta try out Korn soon bro. Cheers!
This is the song that got me into Nirvana back when I was 14. I was hooked immediately.
Drummer is David Grohl. Now lead singer of Foo Fighters... you should listen to their "The Pretender" for a great song. Love hearing someone discover a lot of the stuff I grew up on.
The grunge era was fun and refreshing for an angsty 20 year old tired of the shallow music of the 80's. Gen X had it good.
Dude I love this. You should keep reviewing this genre! But make a second channel where people who grew up on this react to what you grew up on.
As an obsessive music consumer and rock musician, I am really enjoying watching you discover new music.
Honestly, bro, the best way to listen to Nirvana is on their live albums! Kurt’s energy is crazy and his ability to channel rage and emotion into performance is top notch. Live at Reading is an amazing album and Live at The Paramount also rips and was filmed and can be watched. They take Rock to the level of High Art
He’s an underrated singer. His voice is a HUGE part what made them great.
Would LOVE to hear you do a full album listen/review of Nirvana albums, you GET what makes them special.
Bro... I'm quickly becoming a fan. You act just like my friends discovering MY music
Just found this series that you started and it's great! I know you from the FGC community, so it's cool seeing this from you too. I really enjoy the honesty and enthusiasm you're bringing to each video.
Not sure if you're taking suggesttions from comments, but if you are please try listening to "Popular Monster" by Falling in Reverse. I really think it'll be one of your top white folk songs. 😆
And the band is considered an independent band. True pioneer of rock music. He has collaborations with Tenacious D, Cage the Elephant, and Queens of the Stone Age! Dave is a great musician!!!!
One performance, Nirvana wanted to perform “R*pe Me” on MTV, and MTV was completely against it. So to troll MTV, they started the guitar riff of “R*pe Me” and you know that freaked all the executives at MTV out.
Nirvana! My favorite band for my entire life from 7 yrs old and onward.
Solid reaction..this is fun. Looking forward to your journey.
Thanks, fam!
“Don’t think I don’t hear you drummer.” 😂
Unknowingly praising one of the most famous musicians in the world.
Yeah, album reactions!
The word you're looking for, for his voice is ETHEREAL
RE: Kurts voice @8:16. "Haunting". The word I always associated with it was "haunting".
Love it. 🤣😂 I love his commentary
Soundgarden is my favorite Grunge band- when I saw them live in the 1980’s I didn’t think there was a greater live band. Chris Cornell the lead singer was an amazing vocalist.
Stumbled on your channel and watched all your reactions. I think I got one right up your alley. Try Awakening by Unleash The Archers. Its a bit heavy from what you heard so far as its considered Symphonic Metal. I promise you will LOVE the guitar and vocals. Hope to see it and more reaction content!
I’m so glad you read the lyrics. Some people don’t get the messages that many artists are writing…really look at the center of an orchid and get back to us…