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So I love love Courtney...and all of the work she's brought to us!!! Someone in the comments mentioned Floor tho and so now I'm here asking if you'd like to review an older song/collab..."Let this River Flow"... Bjorn "Speed" Strid and Floor Jansen...I don't think you'll be disappointed, even if you don't review publicly!!!
Can we take a moment to applaud and appreciate Courtney’s progression and evolution from her days in IWABO to now? In my opinion she might be the best female metal vocalist out there right now, Tatiana from Jinjer is certainly close up there but Courtney just edges it for me
Lauren Hart has also really improved in her time with Kamelot. Her unclean vocals are just as brutal as ever but seems like her clean singing has really evolved.
The gritty vocal is new. I was there in the premier on their Patreon. Someone asked if it was a new technique. She said yes, she'd worked on it and was really excited to use it.
That final chorus gives me goosebumps still six days later. The way Mike , Zev, and Courtney changed their approach in the final chorus.... my God its so incredible. They are so damn talented.
Yeah man, the last chorus has a different chord structure than the other two, kind of like a bridge structure. It makes it sound more important and meaningful, I think!
@@TankTheTech Poor Bill. Him too, though. What was that meme going around....? I started as tech but got demoted to bass player? BTW - I dig your reactions Tank!
I'll quote Courtney directly from twitter: "Circle With Me is our love letter to Metalcore" They killed it and I can't stop listening to the song but for skeptics, this is not necessarily the sound they are going to default to, sice when have they ever defaulted to something anyway.
I really wish the analysis was for the one-take performance. The ending you describe with the gritty vocals are just perfect and she changes back and forth within just one syllable. Absolutely insane.
Courtney's screams are just so perfect for the sound they're trying to produce. She is so technically amazing at them and the band knows how to put them in at the perfect time with how the music is progressing. It's incredible how the songs are composed. She asks for your attention and demands it with her screams. I just love it.
Dude I’ve been absolutely infatuated with her one take of this song. Probably one of the best vocalists of all time, that ability to switch between cleans and screams so easily is what gives her that edge for me. She’s insanely attractive as well, but that voice is beyond incredible
This channel introduced me to Spiritbox, and now I own all their stuff (including this single). There's basically nothing in her vocal performances that isn't astoundingly good. I can't wait to get a full length album from them.
i love the point you made about courtney's screams being straight to the point and done well- her voice is so full of body, she could go nuts if she wanted to (on belcarra she goes higher on the "i was alive" parts and its SO good) but i love how her technique is so straightforward and still powerful
Yes! She does what's appropriate for the song and what gets the emotion through. Sometimes a lot of embellishment would just not be as effective. Would embellishment make "I have the power of a dying Sun" hit harder? Nah.
They’ve always sounded “poppy,” specifically the clean vocal melodies. Bleach Bath is a perfect example. Blessed Be as well, along with a bunch of others. It’s a great combo with the heavy sound from the instruments imo.
I think that's what makes them unique to me. Unlike some other metalheads, I listen to a lot of pop music and pretty much only female pop vocalists. Spiritbox combines some very hooky pop melodies with very aggressive and dry harsh vocals, along with the heavily syncopated djenty guitar parts. I feel like compared to other female fronted bands like Jinjer who employ clean and harsh vocals, Spiritbox pulls in more pop and intentional "hooks", whereas Jinjer is influenced more by nü metal, reggae, ska, and other rock genres. I love Jinjer as well, but they juxtapose more conventional clean sounds with the heavy stuff imo. And that's not even mentioning bands that employ a lot of classical influence (symphonic and power bands with death vocals).
The way she delivered the line “I climb the alter and I claim my place as god” give me chills every time. Great video by you as well. Love the videos you’re doing
On Twitter Courtney said that end bit with the gritty singing is a new thing she’s been working on and the album is very architects inspired. Another great video by the way!!
I know or understand nothing about singing. I just come here to watch the tremendous joy on your face as you enjoy great music, so my depressed ass can soak up some of that sunshine. Your face just lights up. Thank you.
I don't think it really "poppy" in sound but it's definitely more mainstream accessible. Not everyone is gonna dig Holy Roller but theses where she mixes it up are gonna have a broader appeal. Either way it's freaking Spiritbox, still heavy and still amazing. Supposed to be an actual album this fall I believe.
@@TheButterflyChaos it gets a bad rap because it's mainstream and a lot of the time can be a bit generic but there are some really good and talented pop artists.
They have plenty in their back catalogue that are very melodic (Perennial and Trust Fall for just two), vocally this is definitely a poppier sound compared to those. Costance also had much poppier vocal patterns. Even the comparitively recent singles like Rule of Nines and Blessed Be are melodic without being poppy. I won't say whether that's good or bad, but it is a definite shift from other material of theirs that might be more mainstream palatable than heavier tracks like Belcarra or Holy Roller.
I watched another channel react to this and the guy spent the entire video just trashing it for NO GODDAMN REASON. He tried so hard to make it feel like this wasn't Spiritbox anymore because he cried listening to "Constance" and "Holy Roller" shocked him but this was just lack luster and called it "shit". So...naturally...he received so much hate and dislikes that he deleted the video. Mind you this dude has no musical background or experience no he obviously didn't know what he was talking about. This video? *chefs kiss* Excellent analysis and open mindedness. I really like how you pick up and explain the most subtle vocal flairs she has and I find it super interesting. It makes me really think about how I sing and how I can spice up melodies. Love it. Keep doing a stellar job my dude.
I love that you brought that up at the end. The only way that I can think to describe it is that she yells instead of screaming which I have never heard before either, and fucking love! And then the scream right after is one of the best things that has ever passed through my eardrums. The way that it transition to the end is just incredible.
man, i just love your analyzes and reactions, they are always so precise and accurate.! imo this is not poppier than for example 'blessed be', the hooks are just next level catchy.!! yes, you're right...this song (and 'constance') will make it to the album - the other songs remain as stand-alone singles. ...and their album is coming next.!! love you, bro.! ♥♥
This was my first video I have seen of yours and I got to say I’m hooked I love the way you break everything down I have watched others do this with this song but I actually feel I learned something from your video
Hands down my favorite reaction channel, the way you always break down the techniques is so refreshing. It never hurts to have Spiritbox on the channel either. Incredible video as always, and incredible music from Spritbox as always!
Courtney really went from just some awkward kid screeching on stage to hands down one of the most talented and nuanced metal vocalists right now. She has matured so much from the IWABO days
Agreed, but from how much her voice has grown from this track to earlier spiritbox recordings, I think courtney has a few more tricks up her sleeves for us yet.
@@PnlBtr She's definitely even said in interviews that she's been consistently trying to push out of her comfort zone to widen her technique and it shows. I can't wait for her to break out into a full melodic scream chorus
I had the same reaction you did at the very end of the song, like ow that sound is new ! She adds something new in every song. Courtney is the best! Spiritbox is the best !
"I paused it a little too early -get over it..." he said. As if it wasn't to himself because he was, indeed, annoyed with himself for doing that. 😆 We're cool. You do you 😄🤘🏻 ... when you wanted to rewind and had all my attention and then that ad came in... my madwoman laugh came out. That was gold
It's not just you man, when I heard that outro the first time I ended up replaying it straight up for half an hour cause I couldn't get enough. Just great. Also a great reaction and analysis, love how much insight you can provide.
Listen bro, I love your videos! I love when you take a break from giving the analysis and you're just vibing. Please please do a reaction to the one take of this song so you can get the full feel of that ending because it's gold!
Haha yessss first time I heard the toilet bowl reference was Phil Bozeman from whitechapel at the MitchLucker memorial show I’d be like get ready to flush the toilet!! Then he’d just KILL it with those evil low gutterals hahaa love it
Your excitement for this type of music is fantastic literally I get excited when I hear great tracks such as this only difference is you are able to break down all the reasons why it's so great whilst I cant🥲 you sir have earned another sub
its hilarious. I never say this, but elegant beautiful powerful and queen-like thats what id describe this performance and video as. Absolutely mind blowing and killer performance also ive gotten some poppyness from other songs of theirs as well. This was just so good lol
1st. Spirtbox is just amazing and always just mind blowing! 2nd. Ive watch many 'vocal coach reacts' videos and man! You videos are amazing! So much energy and love for music is just awesome!!
@@KardavoxAcademy I do, i use to have metalcore band ( 2008-2012 ) sad your channel didn't exist back then i could use those tips now i can barely scream for 2-3mins without burning my voice haha ! Anyway keep up the good work
This is a perfect example of an artist who's coming straight from their heart. The energy screams in VOLUMES my guy. I love your analysis videos too man!
Such a good song. I feel like Spiritbox has had pop elements in pretty much all their music, whether it be the production or the musical style. So this doesn't really feel that different, it's just more noticeable than in other releases.
Hey man I just listened to Kardashev’s album, just hit my phone. Absolutely insane. You guys sit in this pocket of pure musical intensity while at the same time you also having extreme dynamics which creates a very, very interesting juxtaposition. Hits right where the feelz are :)
Love your videos. I know little about singing but I always learn something new. The use of syllables in 'altar' is also used in 'martyr'. I suppose it could be thought of as an appoggiatura since the second syllable is in anticipation for the harmonic note on the final. Since we're talking about words it's just a melisma.
Lmao I've been smashing Kardashev for like two weeks and JUST checked out some music videos. After like two songs, a light bulb popped on and I thought, I know I've seen that vocalist somewhere. Tracked you down after about 15 minutes of searching but I remember watching this reaction from you like a week after you put it out. Anyway, Kardashev is my favorite new band since I first discovered Caligula's Horse. Just wanted you to know, you're insanely talented lol
One of my favorite songs from Spiritbox, though this whole album is gold. Thanks for pointing out the layers in her performance--that quality makes her one of my favorite vocalists, and it suits the variations in style and mood each Spiritbox song delivers. Such a band!
The one take performance of this I feel like is even more impressive than the studio version. They can obviously do cool layering and stuff in the studio version but what she pulls off in a one take live performance is honestly above and beyond.
Man, I love your analysis! Every time I watch one of your videos I go back to that particular song and it feels like a brand new song to me. It is so easy to miss those subtile details when you don't have a trained ear or knowledge at all. Really appreciate your channel. Keep up the great work!
first time stumbling over your channel, and i've gotta say that seeing your unfiltered enthusiasm is so nice. maybe it's the quarantine brain for me, but it's nice to see someone enjoy something these days. had a good time hearing your commentary!
Just saw Spiritbox at Louder Than Life yesterday. Just incredible! If given the chance to see them live, take advantage. The vocals are mesmerizing and the mix of melody and metal are haunting and powerful.
Excellent analysis as always, Mark! And big props to Spiritbox, driving us from catchy emotional choruses to dank face passages, they are perfecting the formula!
Amazing song and vocals aside. I love the way you describe what you hear and i can see the enthusiasm and excitement this song brought you. You’ve earned a like and a sub, great video ✌️
YES!! As soon as this came out I've been looking forward to your reaction to this! ESPECIALLY the ending. Trust me you're not the only one who could sit with that outro for hours. This song hasn't left on repeat for me yet and it's not going to soon. Great video and analysis!
I randomly got recommended your Silent Planet - "Trilogy" review and I've been hooked on your content ever since. I'm also hyped as hell for any new Spiritbox music. Really well done, brother. Cheers!
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So I love love Courtney...and all of the work she's brought to us!!! Someone in the comments mentioned Floor tho and so now I'm here asking if you'd like to review an older song/collab..."Let this River Flow"... Bjorn "Speed" Strid and Floor Jansen...I don't think you'll be disappointed, even if you don't review publicly!!!
Can we take a moment to applaud and appreciate Courtney’s progression and evolution from her days in IWABO to now? In my opinion she might be the best female metal vocalist out there right now, Tatiana from Jinjer is certainly close up there but Courtney just edges it for me
Lauren Hart has also really improved in her time with Kamelot. Her unclean vocals are just as brutal as ever but seems like her clean singing has really evolved.
I think tatis high screams edge it out for me. To each their own, they're both number 1.
Floor has entered the chat....
I don't think Morgan lander from kittie gets enough love
@@donaldcampbell9483 Floor is just on another level, goddess status
Imma be real with you: I think I'm just going to cry tears of joy when I finally get to see Spiritbox in concert.
Same
Everything they do is beautifully overwhelming. I feel like a moshpit during constance would be poetic. We can all cry and hit each other for free.
You and me both. Can't wait for concerts in general but this would be an amazing piece for a live stage.
Yes... I hope they come to Europe
Same here. When Constance hits, fugedaboutit.
The gritty vocal is new. I was there in the premier on their Patreon. Someone asked if it was a new technique. She said yes, she'd worked on it and was really excited to use it.
Hey that was me! :D
This is awesome. Hope she continues it! Sounds amazing
Would love to hear her do that on more tracks, it sounds so damn good
More more more!
That final chorus gives me goosebumps still six days later. The way Mike , Zev, and Courtney changed their approach in the final chorus.... my God its so incredible. They are so damn talented.
Yeah man, the last chorus has a different chord structure than the other two, kind of like a bridge structure. It makes it sound more important and meaningful, I think!
Afaik mike does all the writing for drums, not sure if Zev recorded them or not but definitely written by Mike.
What about Bill, though? Haha
@@TankTheTech Poor Bill. Him too, though. What was that meme going around....? I started as tech but got demoted to bass player? BTW - I dig your reactions Tank!
@@elyk2k1 I second @TankTheTech reactions.
Courtney dabbled in almost a Sam Carter sing-scream, and honestly I'd love to hear a full song in that style.
That would be awesome!
Same - that outro... sweet jebus - I need MORE of that in my life!!!
YES
fuck yes, I really hope she'll do more of that stuff, she nails it.
Fun fact, Sam has a feature on Spiritbox's debut album.
One take version of this is even better, particularly at the end when she moves from singing to screaming.
1:23 Mark's face is like a proud dad who goes: " That's my girl ! "
hahahahaha best comment in this channel
There are zero disappointments anywhere within a 100 mile radius of this video.
Nah I'm here.
I'll quote Courtney directly from twitter: "Circle With Me is our love letter to Metalcore"
They killed it and I can't stop listening to the song but for skeptics, this is not necessarily the sound they are going to default to, sice when have they ever defaulted to something anyway.
I really wish the analysis was for the one-take performance. The ending you describe with the gritty vocals are just perfect and she changes back and forth within just one syllable. Absolutely insane.
I don't think it was out yet when he recorded this, but I agree! Would love for him to revisit this song through that video!
I said it before and Ill say it again: Seeing Mark being passionate about good music is just heartwarming
5:43 Mosquito flying around your ear
I cannot wait for this. Courtney has such a great voice
Spoiler alert: She totally does!
I love Spiritbox, I love Vocals, I love Mark. What more reason do I need to slap that like button!!!
Courtney's screams are just so perfect for the sound they're trying to produce. She is so technically amazing at them and the band knows how to put them in at the perfect time with how the music is progressing. It's incredible how the songs are composed. She asks for your attention and demands it with her screams. I just love it.
Dude I’ve been absolutely infatuated with her one take of this song. Probably one of the best vocalists of all time, that ability to switch between cleans and screams so easily is what gives her that edge for me. She’s insanely attractive as well, but that voice is beyond incredible
This channel introduced me to Spiritbox, and now I own all their stuff (including this single). There's basically nothing in her vocal performances that isn't astoundingly good. I can't wait to get a full length album from them.
That''s awesome to hear, I'm glad you found them!
i love the point you made about courtney's screams being straight to the point and done well- her voice is so full of body, she could go nuts if she wanted to (on belcarra she goes higher on the "i was alive" parts and its SO good) but i love how her technique is so straightforward and still powerful
Yes! She does what's appropriate for the song and what gets the emotion through. Sometimes a lot of embellishment would just not be as effective. Would embellishment make "I have the power of a dying Sun" hit harder? Nah.
They’ve always sounded “poppy,” specifically the clean vocal melodies. Bleach Bath is a perfect example. Blessed Be as well, along with a bunch of others. It’s a great combo with the heavy sound from the instruments imo.
I think that's what makes them unique to me. Unlike some other metalheads, I listen to a lot of pop music and pretty much only female pop vocalists. Spiritbox combines some very hooky pop melodies with very aggressive and dry harsh vocals, along with the heavily syncopated djenty guitar parts. I feel like compared to other female fronted bands like Jinjer who employ clean and harsh vocals, Spiritbox pulls in more pop and intentional "hooks", whereas Jinjer is influenced more by nü metal, reggae, ska, and other rock genres. I love Jinjer as well, but they juxtapose more conventional clean sounds with the heavy stuff imo. And that's not even mentioning bands that employ a lot of classical influence (symphonic and power bands with death vocals).
"Ah...shouldn't have paused it! Guh...so sick!"
😂😂😂
So many emotions!
@@KardavoxAcademy felt the same way when I first heard it!
Lol! I love how much he loves music!!!!
Love when you react to spiritbox because your excitement for it is contagious. I think this is my favorite spiritbox song
The way she delivered the line “I climb the alter and I claim my place as god” give me chills every time. Great video by you as well. Love the videos you’re doing
On Twitter Courtney said that end bit with the gritty singing is a new thing she’s been working on and the album is very architects inspired. Another great video by the way!!
Spiritbox is something special!!
One best bands right now
Absolutely can NOT wait any longer for the album!!
This is my first tome seeing you, but I love how genuinely excited you get about parts of the song
I know or understand nothing about singing. I just come here to watch the tremendous joy on your face as you enjoy great music, so my depressed ass can soak up some of that sunshine. Your face just lights up. Thank you.
I don't think it really "poppy" in sound but it's definitely more mainstream accessible. Not everyone is gonna dig Holy Roller but theses where she mixes it up are gonna have a broader appeal. Either way it's freaking Spiritbox, still heavy and still amazing. Supposed to be an actual album this fall I believe.
Yeah! And "poppy" isn't necessarily something bad either. Good music is good music.
@@TheButterflyChaos it gets a bad rap because it's mainstream and a lot of the time can be a bit generic but there are some really good and talented pop artists.
They have plenty in their back catalogue that are very melodic (Perennial and Trust Fall for just two), vocally this is definitely a poppier sound compared to those. Costance also had much poppier vocal patterns. Even the comparitively recent singles like Rule of Nines and Blessed Be are melodic without being poppy. I won't say whether that's good or bad, but it is a definite shift from other material of theirs that might be more mainstream palatable than heavier tracks like Belcarra or Holy Roller.
I watched another channel react to this and the guy spent the entire video just trashing it for NO GODDAMN REASON. He tried so hard to make it feel like this wasn't Spiritbox anymore because he cried listening to "Constance" and "Holy Roller" shocked him but this was just lack luster and called it "shit". So...naturally...he received so much hate and dislikes that he deleted the video. Mind you this dude has no musical background or experience no he obviously didn't know what he was talking about.
This video? *chefs kiss* Excellent analysis and open mindedness. I really like how you pick up and explain the most subtle vocal flairs she has and I find it super interesting. It makes me really think about how I sing and how I can spice up melodies. Love it. Keep doing a stellar job my dude.
Mate, the PRODUCTION on this. I love them for this bass heavy percussive mix.
Whenever a new Spiritbox song comes out I know Mark is always gonna be the first one on it. Such a great band and it only gets better from here.
Nik nocturnal dropped his reaction same day as the track dropped bud.
I love that you brought that up at the end. The only way that I can think to describe it is that she yells instead of screaming which I have never heard before either, and fucking love! And then the scream right after is one of the best things that has ever passed through my eardrums. The way that it transition to the end is just incredible.
Voice of an angel, screams like a demon!
Hell yeah!
Courtney said the gritty singing is something new for her. 😁
man, i just love your analyzes and reactions, they are always so precise and accurate.!
imo this is not poppier than for example 'blessed be', the hooks are just next level catchy.!!
yes, you're right...this song (and 'constance') will make it to the album - the other songs remain as stand-alone singles. ...and their album is coming next.!! love you, bro.! ♥♥
Glad you like them! Thanks for watching!
This was my first video I have seen of yours and I got to say I’m hooked I love the way you break everything down I have watched others do this with this song but I actually feel I learned something from your video
Still waiting for Andy Cizek doing the latest Monuments song :
“Yo I’ve never heard her sing like that”- I instantly knew exactly what you were talking about lmao
Hands down my favorite reaction channel, the way you always break down the techniques is so refreshing. It never hurts to have Spiritbox on the channel either. Incredible video as always, and incredible music from Spritbox as always!
I appreciate that, thanks so much for checking out our videos!
New Left to Suffer is fantastic (especially Depression) dudes range is insane
Courtney really went from just some awkward kid screeching on stage to hands down one of the most talented and nuanced metal vocalists right now. She has matured so much from the IWABO days
I like her better in iwrestledabearonce. This stuff gets very boring.
@@A.i.Riverz "this stuff"? How is this the same as for instance Holy Roller?
Agreed, but from how much her voice has grown from this track to earlier spiritbox recordings, I think courtney has a few more tricks up her sleeves for us yet.
@@PnlBtr She's definitely even said in interviews that she's been consistently trying to push out of her comfort zone to widen her technique and it shows. I can't wait for her to break out into a full melodic scream chorus
Spiritbox is my number one band right now. This band is gonna go far!!
Yeah, they're an awesome band!
I had the same reaction you did at the very end of the song, like ow that sound is new ! She adds something new in every song. Courtney is the best! Spiritbox is the best !
They saved the best for last, it was a nice surprise!
"I paused it a little too early -get over it..." he said. As if it wasn't to himself because he was, indeed, annoyed with himself for doing that.
😆
We're cool. You do you 😄🤘🏻
... when you wanted to rewind and had all my attention and then that ad came in... my madwoman laugh came out. That was gold
I’m doing a vocal cover of this and I couldn’t be more excited. This song is written so incredibly well.
yo¡ send link, im learning to growl and im working on a cover too, i would very much like to hear yours.
It's not just you man, when I heard that outro the first time I ended up replaying it straight up for half an hour cause I couldn't get enough. Just great. Also a great reaction and analysis, love how much insight you can provide.
Listen bro, I love your videos! I love when you take a break from giving the analysis and you're just vibing. Please please do a reaction to the one take of this song so you can get the full feel of that ending because it's gold!
I've been meaning to do that, just haven't gotten around to it yet!
That background layer of screaming you noticed at the end runs all the way through the song. So pleased you brought it up.
"Tunnel throat toilet bowl gurgle". 🚽 possibly one of the best things I've ever heard.
Haha yessss first time I heard the toilet bowl reference was Phil Bozeman from whitechapel at the MitchLucker memorial show I’d be like get ready to flush the toilet!! Then he’d just KILL it with those evil low gutterals hahaa love it
What an amazing song, Spiritbox is just going from strength to strength at this point!
Your excitement for this type of music is fantastic literally I get excited when I hear great tracks such as this only difference is you are able to break down all the reasons why it's so great whilst I cant🥲 you sir have earned another sub
Thanks for the kind words, welcome to the family!
Was already in love with this tune but your analysis and breakdown of songs always makes me appreciate them so much more! Keep killing it homie!
Thanks bro!
really cool to discover the subtleties in the song, some much interesting in it! Great analysis
its hilarious. I never say this, but elegant beautiful powerful and queen-like thats what id describe this performance and video as. Absolutely mind blowing and killer performance
also ive gotten some poppyness from other songs of theirs as well. This was just so good lol
This is the first breakdown in a song that ever made me tear up
I can’t stop headbanging to the breakdown. My neck is sore. XD
Chills, just absolutely perfect. You can tell it's coming... and just woefully unprepared every time.
Never disappointed in your spiritbox reactions. I will come back and watch this video several times just to watch someone else get as excited as I do.
1st. Spirtbox is just amazing and always just mind blowing!
2nd. Ive watch many 'vocal coach reacts' videos and man! You videos are amazing! So much energy and love for music is just awesome!!
I discovered Courtney on Erra's track "Vanish Canvas" and fell in love. I was like "Holy mother, who is that????".
It's always cool when you discover a great vocalist in a guest spot!
youre such a happy fellow, mark :)
You're my hero I love you man, and now even more that I noticed the PS1 in the barckground!
Absolutely do videos on her one takes. I am so so interested in what you have to say
Aw man I wish you did the One Take of it. The final chorus is *chefs kiss*
I need that full album yesterday. Spiritbox is too good. They just don't miss.
Love this breakdown, man!
Thanks bro!
Those in-depth vocal knowledge are insane ! Good job
Glad you dig it, man!
@@KardavoxAcademy I do, i use to have metalcore band ( 2008-2012 ) sad your channel didn't exist back then i could use those tips now i can barely scream for 2-3mins without burning my voice haha ! Anyway keep up the good work
Absolutely Love This Song! My fav by them 🖤🖤💙💙
It's a great song!
Finally a vocalist/coach that enjoys this music, is able to scream and know exactly how its done and whats happening. Here, take a subscription.
When he reacted at 1:23, I felt that
This is a perfect example of an artist who's coming straight from their heart. The energy screams in VOLUMES my guy. I love your analysis videos too man!
Dude, it feels like all holidays together finding this NICE Band. 💙😀
So glad to see yet another good review of this song. Saw a super nasty one the other day and I literally didn't understand it.
Spirit Box provides all the chills
Such a good song. I feel like Spiritbox has had pop elements in pretty much all their music, whether it be the production or the musical style. So this doesn't really feel that different, it's just more noticeable than in other releases.
Hey man I just listened to Kardashev’s album, just hit my phone. Absolutely insane. You guys sit in this pocket of pure musical intensity while at the same time you also having extreme dynamics which creates a very, very interesting juxtaposition. Hits right where the feelz are :)
It makes me so happy this song has 671K views as of this post, five days since the video was posted. So well deserved.
Love your videos. I know little about singing but I always learn something new. The use of syllables in 'altar' is also used in 'martyr'. I suppose it could be thought of as an appoggiatura since the second syllable is in anticipation for the harmonic note on the final. Since we're talking about words it's just a melisma.
Lmao I've been smashing Kardashev for like two weeks and JUST checked out some music videos. After like two songs, a light bulb popped on and I thought, I know I've seen that vocalist somewhere.
Tracked you down after about 15 minutes of searching but I remember watching this reaction from you like a week after you put it out.
Anyway, Kardashev is my favorite new band since I first discovered Caligula's Horse. Just wanted you to know, you're insanely talented lol
This cd is going to be so good. I can't wait.
I hope they release it on vinyl, I would love that
One of my favorite songs from Spiritbox, though this whole album is gold. Thanks for pointing out the layers in her performance--that quality makes her one of my favorite vocalists, and it suits the variations in style and mood each Spiritbox song delivers. Such a band!
Yo Mark, you gotta check out Monument's vocalist (Andy Cizek)
The one take performance of this I feel like is even more impressive than the studio version. They can obviously do cool layering and stuff in the studio version but what she pulls off in a one take live performance is honestly above and beyond.
I'll have to check it out!
Man, I love your analysis!
Every time I watch one of your videos I go back to that particular song and it feels like a brand new song to me.
It is so easy to miss those subtile details when you don't have a trained ear or knowledge at all.
Really appreciate your channel. Keep up the great work!
Excellent review man, thank you
Absolute banger indeed - Love this channel! I have been introduced to some amazing music, including this band, and of course Kardashev
Glad you enjoy it, thanks dude!
You are the best in the reaction game dude. Your voice is also great. 👍
It is honestly /fascinating/ to watch you work and observe/comment on her vocals. This is some top tier metal vocalist content.
first time stumbling over your channel, and i've gotta say that seeing your unfiltered enthusiasm is so nice. maybe it's the quarantine brain for me, but it's nice to see someone enjoy something these days. had a good time hearing your commentary!
Just saw Spiritbox at Louder Than Life yesterday. Just incredible! If given the chance to see them live, take advantage. The vocals are mesmerizing and the mix of melody and metal are haunting and powerful.
Awesome, I didn't see it right, but that IS Zev on the drums :-) great!!!
I absolutely love this group. Blown away
pretty good review and youre not stopping the song every 5 sec wich is dope il sub and like
You have a lot of what I now call "the spirit box face" =D the joy in the face of people listening to spiritbox is unique =D
Excellent analysis as always, Mark! And big props to Spiritbox, driving us from catchy emotional choruses to dank face passages, they are perfecting the formula!
Amazing song and vocals aside. I love the way you describe what you hear and i can see the enthusiasm and excitement this song brought you. You’ve earned a like and a sub, great video ✌️
YES!! As soon as this came out I've been looking forward to your reaction to this! ESPECIALLY the ending. Trust me you're not the only one who could sit with that outro for hours. This song hasn't left on repeat for me yet and it's not going to soon. Great video and analysis!
dude youre incredible. for me to even dabble in your profession is mind blowing to me. so rad
You just gained a new follower homie. Keep up the good work!
Love these guys
Spiritbox really delivered here: simplicity - executed perfectly - with sprinkles of nuance.
I randomly got recommended your Silent Planet - "Trilogy" review and I've been hooked on your content ever since. I'm also hyped as hell for any new Spiritbox music. Really well done, brother. Cheers!
Welcome to the Kardavox family! Thanks for sticking around!