Fun fact: Brittany was recruited to a choir/choral group in college/uni at least partially for the DEPTH of her range. That's right, she sang alto. And now she does this. Brittany really Slayes.
Choir is a funny thing, because alto is not really a vocal type. Contralto is, so even though she saying I’ll tell it doesn’t mean that she was a contralto. Is there somebody that can sing low enough notes and to not be a soprano. You could easily be a low mezzo soprano and have done alto in your choir.
She wasn’t really recruited she wanted to get back into music in uni after already choosing history as her major so decided to try out for the uvic choir and got accepted pretty quick because they needed more alto singers
@@chrisbergsten1429 that’s just, like, your opinion, man. Sometimes, women like to compliment other women on the internet. I dye my hair too, who fucking cares? It’s not like we are trying to force you to dye yours. Live, and let live. Liberty is beautiful when you focus on your own happiness and freedom. 😘
Knowing how chill and down to earth Brittany is makes enjoying her amazing ability even better. Great band, great artists. Thanks for the wonderful reaction Julia, backdrop colour in this one is perfect with your hair colour, great job. Cheers from Newy
Well that was an eye/ear opener. Yet again you have introduced me to Another soon to be favorite band. That was an epically driven piece of musical mastery. I was truly moved by the combination what was almost a vocal whistle and "demon growl". It's probably just me but I had tears running down my cheeks during parts of that song.(pure joy) Night wish came to mind, Floor has had the same affect among a couple others. Julia, it's so good to see you back. You look happy and healthy, and thank you and our Julia army for this review. Cheers from Oz to everyone.
If you're not familiar with Angra and Rhapsody of Fire, just keep going into them after UTA, they're important influences for the guitarists of Unleash the Archers and awessome shred power metal. Carry On and Emerald Sword for a start.
I can say these guys are even better live. They actually put on a show while they play and it's fantastic! Def go and see them if you have the chance you will not be disappointed.
I mean, some call it "Canada's Second National Anthem," lol. What else would you expect from a song that turns a church choir into a metal band? But then again, I could listen to UtA put out a whole album of nothing but sea shanties. Arr, me hearties!
Julia, I saw UTA in September and again a week ago. Not only does she nail this live, this song is dead center in a 90 min set immediately followed by Awakening. She nails all of it night after night. All these guys are incredible and also great people. Truly the best show I’ve seen!
Unbelievable reaction. Your enthusiasm and expertise on voices allows me to at the very least "hear" distinctions between notes. You have opened my ears to better music. I find myself listening to a song multiple times just to hear different qualities. Unorthodox, perfection.
I think UtA would still be one of my favourite metal bands even if they had some other vocalist. The guys are just that good. With Brittney and it's just plain unfair. She's one of those singers who gives me frequent chills. Great reaction and analysis as always, Julia. Thank you!
You must listen to Abyss, Soulbound, Faster than Light, Apex, Cleanse the Bloodlines. All of these show off all of their vocal abilities, include the male voices.
You're a treat to watch, Julia. I love how much you enjoy going through these bands you may not be super familiar with or as into as some your every day stuff. Other Unleash the Archers songs to check out would be "Soulbound", "Legacy", "Cleanse the Bloodlines", and "Faster Than Light". It would be cool if you reacted to "Knight of Sword" by Unlucky Morpheus as well. Thanks!
Julia, I absolutely adore your reactions. They seem to genuine with surprise and wonder, like a kid on Christmas morning! I know you've already done a few Unleash the Archers, but I would LOVE to hear what you think about my favorite song by them, Cleanse the Bloodlines.
Finally!!!!!! I've waited like so long to hear you react to this song! It's my favorite by far. Thank you so much, love your reactions everytime and looking forward to your next
There are videos of Brittney singing this on stage. Of course the overall effect is different from a music video recorded in a studio but, damn, she hit's those notes consistently again and again, all while moving around on stage and engaging the audience. And, of course, that's just one song out of an entire set. So impressive!
That look of holy 🤬 that's impressive and shocking, love it can't wait! Hey Julia hope you had a good weekend, I'm curious if you've ever heard of a British Soul artist Lynne Jackaman? Not expecting you to review her but if you get a chance have a listen to: - Soul on Fire - Angel - I've been down this road - Supernasty - Beautiful Loss She's got some really powerful pipes that will evoke a roller-coaster of emotion and something a little different from your norm. From a vocal standpoint she's pukka
seeing this band next month!! been listening to ages and I'm so psyched to see you react too :) edit to add: General of the Dark Army is a freaking amaaaazing song from these guys, definitely on the longer side but you get some good call and answer harmonies between clean vocals and growls :
Julia… You’re absolutely stunning! Your breakdowns are among the very best and yes Britney is a siren of the earth in metal, but she also is pretty darn good at opera also. there is a TH-cam piece on here when she recently did some opera I wish I knew the link but doing the search will quickly pull it up and she yes SLAYES that too!
Great reaction and analysis, as always, Julia! I missed hearing you! I also thought it was funny that you were noticing how much you were talking during a discussion of the importance of space! 😀
As Aussies we have a bit of mad Max in our blood lol. My mum had one of the same cars when I was growing up. Ended up selling it for a newer car but the guy who bought it actually turned it into the mad Max car & showed us like a year later. Always love your reactions. Getting more into this band
Thanks Julia !! Love your reacts ! (especially UtA) I see you get many suggestions so for me... and you... any UtA song will make your day... Such a special band they are indeed ! Cheers!!!
fantastic work julia! really enjoy the captions they help me to have a better understanding of what's being discussed! my favourite song by UTA has to be either this or time stands still. you want to hear brittney go higher? listen to time stands still ... :)
Absolutely loved this reaction Julia, and your appreciation of the musicianship. There are so many great songs that show off their skills. General of the Dark Army shows off the mix of harsh and clean vocals. Test Your Metal has great belts by Brittney. The Wind that Shapes the Land (no video) has great vocals with amazing musicianship and lots of changes. Cleanse the Bloodlines is an awesome video visually with great music and lyrics. You can’t go wrong with any of their songs. Brittney also did an opera duet of Brindisi and Karaoke after a concert of Queen of the Reich. You can also catch their set from Alcatraz Festival 2021. All amazing and can’t wait to see more!
"Soulbound" is another great example of her layering two vocal lines. I always try to listen to one or the other, but the blend is so beautiful that I get lost before the end.
This reaction video was super fun, and your love and admiration of the musical and vocal skill comes across so wonderfully clear. Whether it's the technical talk breakdowns to help us understand, or just your sincere and silly emotive responses and the fun chatter - All of it was super fun to see along with a super fun song and video. Great stuff! Music!
"I don't think I'd survive a concert like this live." Julia, I don't think I could either, and yeah, I'd be a satisfied puddle of goo on the floor.... I've heard the song before through other reactions, but you're was amazing.
nice to see someone doing something other than Awakening. would recommend "Time Stands Still" and "Test your Metal" for different sounds and styles from UTA.
I came back and watched this again after hearing them do this LIVE. It's well worth listening to the live version. Yes, she gets up there live. Here's the link to the show in Dallas on 9/15/2021. th-cam.com/video/s6PgyOKY56o/w-d-xo.html
If you like their songcraft, Julia, you might like listening straight through either/both of their concept albums (Apex and Abyss) on your own, not for a reaction. Nicely crafted songs and story arcs, IMO, plus the usual UTA level of musicianship.
@@christopherscottdempwolf5759 I've got one of those, too. Someone on the UTA Disscord made it on Spotify and shared it. I could listen to it a the way through everyday.
When I first discovered UtA a while back (Charismatic Voice reaction to Awakening) and then heard that Apex and Abyss was all one story I purposely avoided listening to too much more from those albums until I had them both in my vinyl collection and was able to sit down with a glass of nice rum in one hand and the lyrics sheet in the other... Best musical decision ever 😊👍
That was a great analysis and review. I remember that long lesson on formants you gave after “awakening”. It seems this band gives you more material than any other.
Julia, great reaction, professional and fun as always. Brittney's high A5 belts are impressive in "Tonight We Ride," but I recommend checking out "The Filth And The Fable" from Behold the Devastation, UTA's first album, where she climbs from F5-D6 in parts of the song. She's just a flat-out bad arse.
I always love how fast Julia gets the note and nearly every time it's nearly the first or second note tested and I'm just seeing her saying "trust me I don't have perfect pitch"
Ok, ok, ok... This lady makes Floor Jansen look like the Valkyrie that’s _second_ in command! 😂😂 If any vocalist deserves the backdrop of Mad Max, it’s definitely Brittany - holy hell! 🤩🤩
They were just in AZ and un frickin believable!!!! The band was spot on and Brittany didn't skip a note... even on this song!!!!! Amazing energy and crowd interaction!!!
Hi Julia- Loving your video breakdowns, and the depth and detail to which you will go to share your knowledge with us ( no matter how long it takes;)! It’s hilarious when you refer to yourself in the 3rd person, btw😅! As for your growls/ screams vocabulary/knowledge….(and you may already be aware of this channel), Voice Hacks, with the beautiful and talented Mary Z, is an EXCELLENT source of information on that particular subject matter! Hope this helps- you’re doing an amazing job- best of luck and much success to you! Cheers from California;)!
Julia.."this will end up a 45 minute long video".. Me "You say that like its a bad thing???". The face you made at 7:50 I about choked on my coffee. Love your metal reactions, ( have yet to see you make a bad video regardless of the genre) but the metal ones are my favorite. I am almost convinced Brittany is a Valkyrie no creature born of mortal parents can make those sounds. Delightful as always, not sure what you have done to your hair but it shines like a new copper penny. For those of us who have a weakness for redheads (Me!) this is a good thing.
Brittney is an incredibly talented singer, not only is she an amazing metal singer she can also sing opera. She did a colab with lords of the trident where they sing Brindisi you should check it out
I love the layered vocals of The Crypt, its not the most known UTA song, but its a masterpiece. Even If you dont make a reaction of It, make sure to check It out Julia.
Such a killer group. I love your smile when the Mad Max vehicles appear. The speed riffs on the guitars are insane. I'm hyperventilating listening to this. Such a goose! So fun!
Hey Julia, got to say that if have not already checked out Amaranthe they have a very good harmonic mix of a female, male and growl vocals at the same time. Automatic is a great song in my opinion.
Lost Horizon - Highlander (The One) Daniel Heiman from this band is one of her biggest inspirations to her style, sings higher than her (he has sung lines up to D6), sometimes even sounds like it's second nature to him. He's like the metal dimash
Yes yes yes, great song choice 👌🏽 thanks for the quality content! If you wanna hear her sing classical, she does a power metal opera battle with the lead singer from lords of the trident that is awesome as well
Hi Coach new subscriber is here Thanks for your reaction ;) Thumbs Up. Please react to a Filipino girl group sings "The Greatest Showman - Never Enough | 4TH IMPACT" Tnx.
Oh YEAH! I cranked this up to 11 ! It's like a full on frontal assault on your ears. Man I love this band :-). There's really no bad choices, but it does help to do some of them in certain order for sure, as many have mentioned before. I really like Time Stands Still. Her layering is key to a lot of their music and having 2 other talented vocalists helps fill up that bandwidth for sure. Her belts though.....maaaan I dont know if even Floor belts as well as Brittney, and I hate saying that. Thanks a ton for getting to this one :-) P.S. One never forgets a reactors first time doing Ghost Love Score, with your two references in one there with Furiosa and LoTR ;-)
Awesome video! I love the way you're seasoning the videos with your mixture of facts, explanations and jokes. :) I have to recommend "Cleanse The Bloodlines" as the next reaction of this band! It has an epic and emotional feeling to it, and powerful, majestic vocals that shows off another side of Britney's voice.
The most amazing thing is that you can do it too. Amazing. I know it is not your style, but I think you are really good. and I appreciate your professional analysis of Brittney's vocals. Keep up the good work.
I love how you referred to the harsh vocals as “Sméagol” vocals and he uses the word “precious” in his lyrics!!! 😂😂😂😂 Awesome song. Loving your energy in your reactions!!!! 🤘🏻🤘🏻
Rob Halford would be proud, gives an ode to Judas Priest vibe for me. This band are incredible, it is similar to Jinjer and Nightwish in that every member of the band are insanely talented, with an absolute beast of a vocalist out front.
Love your (and Caption Julia's) analysis! Would love to hear reactions from you to *Charlotte Wessels'* work, both with *Delain* , and as a recent solo artist. She's a brilliant vocalist and performer. For Delain, I'd suggest *"Burning Bridges"* and *"Here Come the Vultures"* ; for solo, I'd suggest *"Superhuman"* and *"Soft Revolution"* .
Hi Julia!! I have been a subscriber for quite a while, but I have never commented on a video before. I thought you had a great reaction to Man of Constant Sorrow and to Johnny Cash’s Hurt (I’m not crying, I’m not!) I am especially fond of Unleash the Archers though, so I suppose it is fitting that this is the first time I comment. I first discovered them through Chase’s channel and through Chase’s channel eventually found you, Tank, and Elizabeth as well. All of you have enriched my diversity bands I listen to and knowledge of music in general. I love love LOVE how you call on “Editing Julia” for assistance!! Your videos are fun, informative, genuine, and articulate. I call UTA’s material “Subtle Genius” The mad max vibe was perfect for this song!! So Mad Max is known for not just the costumes and vehicles (which UTA TOALLY nailed btw), but also for being high energy from opening scene through the entire film to the ending credits. I feel like Tonight we Ride echo’s this and just has insane energy right from the first notes to the very end. Tank caught something like this on his viewing of “Wind that Shapes the Land” by them as well. Did they do that on purpose?? Yea… I think they did that on purpose!! 2 Final things. It can be hard to compliment people on appearance these days without backlash. I’m going to do it anyway. Your hair in this video was beautiful.. like breath takingly so. You tilted your head at some point and your hair just shimmered. I thought… “mmm shampoo companies should be fighting over you to do ads for them” Congrats on 150k subs.. well 187k subs now you’re killing it : )
Brittney alternates between singing and belting like this for like 2 hour concerts. Her stamina is ungodly. It's why I like to say that "Brittney Slayes" is both a person and a completely accurate sentence. You should have seen the cover of Cemetery Gates she hit live on Twitch last month or so. She hit a C6 in there, and absolutely killed that song. Sadly it would probably be muted in the Twitch VOD, if there even is one. Her highest recorded note is a D6 in the Fifth and the Fable and the layered vocals of Ripping Through Time.
@@jvoxfox your very welcome. You and chase are two of my top three reactors on TH-cam. Elizabeth ( the charismatic voice) being the third. I love the actual knowledge that all of you bring along with the genuine excitement and appreciation for artists talent.
“Cleanse the Bloodlines”. Looked over far too often…much heavier, slower paced song. With the display of even more instrumental prowess and vocalist stamina…such an overlooked song, so much better than it gets credit for…
Fun fact: Brittany was recruited to a choir/choral group in college/uni at least partially for the DEPTH of her range. That's right, she sang alto. And now she does this. Brittany really Slayes.
Come again… WHAT? 😂
Choir is a funny thing, because alto is not really a vocal type. Contralto is, so even though she saying I’ll tell it doesn’t mean that she was a contralto. Is there somebody that can sing low enough notes and to not be a soprano. You could easily be a low mezzo soprano and have done alto in your choir.
«Other singers sing, Britney Slayes!»
yeah she id classically trained. but was looking to go inbetween genres so created the group .
She wasn’t really recruited she wanted to get back into music in uni after already choosing history as her major so decided to try out for the uvic choir and got accepted pretty quick because they needed more alto singers
YEAHHHH!! Finally 👌👌
And now Ayreon - The Day that The World Break down with a certain someone and all is good in the world 😁
Yessssssssssss
Yes 😄😄😄🤘🤘🤘
It has to happen, doesn't it?!?
Keep up the fine work Julia!
Then perhaps Elizabeth I, II, & III by Kamelot after.
100% - how can a vocal coach resist a song with 11 lead vocalists?
Brittany often ENDS the show with THIS song! So not only does she make through the whole song, but she does it at the END of a concert!
That’s insane!!! :)
And then there's a few times where they would go do karaoke after a show, and she would belt out Queensryche, after having down a full set.
@@MetalMinion3 drunk even she still slayes...
@@jvoxfox Yes, yes it is.
Wait, HOW? Like actually, HOW? 👀
Brittany is like the ultimate power house!
Brittany is a Goddess in the realm of vocals. Also, Julia, can we just take a moment to say how beautiful your hair is!!?!?!?!?!
This lady is stone cold stunning 😁😁
Simps
@@chrisbergsten1429 If she's addding colour it she's still pulling it off stunningly, along with that accent!
@@chrisbergsten1429 that’s just, like, your opinion, man. Sometimes, women like to compliment other women on the internet. I dye my hair too, who fucking cares? It’s not like we are trying to force you to dye yours. Live, and let live. Liberty is beautiful when you focus on your own happiness and freedom. 😘
@@liagreco3245 I love the The Big Lebowski reference in your response.
Knowing how chill and down to earth Brittany is makes enjoying her amazing ability even better. Great band, great artists. Thanks for the wonderful reaction Julia, backdrop colour in this one is perfect with your hair colour, great job. Cheers from Newy
"What an absolute weapon" is probably one of the best compliments you can give a musician's voice, especially a metal one!
"A vocal tank" 🤣
And after the song finished: "I need a nap!" :D
Can you imagine her reaction to Michael Kiske and Eric Adams? lol
Brittney deserves every bit of it easily.
its also a great insult
Well that was an eye/ear opener. Yet again you have introduced me to Another soon to be favorite band.
That was an epically driven piece of musical mastery. I was truly moved by the combination what was almost a vocal whistle and "demon growl". It's probably just me but I had tears running down my cheeks during parts of that song.(pure joy) Night wish came to mind, Floor has had the same affect among a couple others.
Julia, it's so good to see you back. You look happy and healthy, and thank you and our Julia army for this review. Cheers from Oz to everyone.
If you're not familiar with Angra and Rhapsody of Fire, just keep going into them after UTA, they're important influences for the guitarists of Unleash the Archers and awessome shred power metal. Carry On and Emerald Sword for a start.
Yes. Nightwish fans sometimes are also Unleash the Archers fans.. you know why ;-)
If you enjoy power metal, UTA is an awesome band. Their skill level is unbelievable.
Gable goo one of us
I can say these guys are even better live. They actually put on a show while they play and it's fantastic! Def go and see them if you have the chance you will not be disappointed.
I must recommend Northwest Passage by these guys, it definitely shows more of her lower end of her range and it’s a flippin lovely song too!
That song is effing amazing.
I mean, some call it "Canada's Second National Anthem," lol. What else would you expect from a song that turns a church choir into a metal band?
But then again, I could listen to UtA put out a whole album of nothing but sea shanties. Arr, me hearties!
That song makes me feel nostalgia for memories I don’t have and pride for a country I’m not a citizen of ✌️
So glad to have you back Julia, hoping all is well in your part of Australia! Take Care.
Yessss!!! The queen reacting to the queen!
Julia, I saw UTA in September and again a week ago. Not only does she nail this live, this song is dead center in a 90 min set immediately followed by Awakening. She nails all of it night after night. All these guys are incredible and also great people. Truly the best show I’ve seen!
Yes!!!! I'm so excited for this I know a lot us have been asking for this can't wait for this reaction!!! :D
OMG I WAS WAITING SO BAD FOR THIS REACTION!!!!! FINALLY
UTA - Time Stands Still [Live in Montreal] - for a good live demonstration of her stamina and belting skill.
Check out the video Unleash The Archers - Frozen Steel [Live in Montreal] and check out the 1:03 mark. Insane!
@@davidaustin4407 Yeap, that's a great one too! It's a shame most live recordings of UTA are horrible quality.
Unbelievable reaction. Your enthusiasm and expertise on voices allows me to at the very least "hear" distinctions between notes. You have opened my ears to better music. I find myself listening to a song multiple times just to hear different qualities. Unorthodox, perfection.
Tonight we Ride? Liked.
(also: The Wind that Shapes the Land is a master piece, and a masterpiece.)
ABSOLUTELY!!
I think UtA would still be one of my favourite metal bands even if they had some other vocalist. The guys are just that good. With Brittney and it's just plain unfair. She's one of those singers who gives me frequent chills.
Great reaction and analysis as always, Julia. Thank you!
They absolutely are World-Class. :)
Woohoo, my favorite UtA song! Can't wait for this one.
This is my first time watching this channel, but I just have to support anybody who reacts to UTA. I love these reactions.
You must listen to Abyss, Soulbound, Faster than Light, Apex, Cleanse the Bloodlines. All of these show off all of their vocal abilities, include the male voices.
I keep saying it: “Cleanse the Bloodlines” is a masterclass in stamina and is such an underrated song; I love that song SO much…
soulbound is one of my fav UTA songs
You're a treat to watch, Julia. I love how much you enjoy going through these bands you may not be super familiar with or as into as some your every day stuff. Other Unleash the Archers songs to check out would be "Soulbound", "Legacy", "Cleanse the Bloodlines", and "Faster Than Light".
It would be cool if you reacted to "Knight of Sword" by Unlucky Morpheus as well. Thanks!
Julia, I absolutely adore your reactions. They seem to genuine with surprise and wonder, like a kid on Christmas morning!
I know you've already done a few Unleash the Archers, but I would LOVE to hear what you think about my favorite song by them, Cleanse the Bloodlines.
This is only her 2nd one from UTA. She's got a lot more to still choose from.
@@Patryn71 That's for damn sure! Just with UTA alone! Lord knows I could list a hundred power metal bands that would be great to review. One day! lol
My favorite as well, and the video is a cinematic masterpiece!
Finally!!!!!! I've waited like so long to hear you react to this song! It's my favorite by far. Thank you so much, love your reactions everytime and looking forward to your next
There are videos of Brittney singing this on stage. Of course the overall effect is different from a music video recorded in a studio but, damn, she hit's those notes consistently again and again, all while moving around on stage and engaging the audience. And, of course, that's just one song out of an entire set. So impressive!
Nice to see you again! Brittney is a vocal powerhouse 😄
I would recommend "Test your Metal" next for Unleashed the Archers.
Test Your Metal starts with a stick of dynamite from Brittney and just keeps getting better... Amazing track.
i agree, test your metal is probably still my favorite UTA track. but would also throw in "Time Stands Still" for a different side to her voice.
Totally agree, Test your Metal is BOOM right from the start
my fav is the start of frozen steel
Great review! This song is one of my all time favorites, and solidified Brittney as an absolute metal god.
What a wonderful reaction, Julia. Just watching your face as you realized what she was doing was exactly what I was hoping to see. UT Rules!
That look of holy 🤬 that's impressive and shocking, love it can't wait!
Hey Julia hope you had a good weekend, I'm curious if you've ever heard of a British Soul artist Lynne Jackaman?
Not expecting you to review her but if you get a chance have a listen to:
- Soul on Fire
- Angel
- I've been down this road
- Supernasty
- Beautiful Loss
She's got some really powerful pipes that will evoke a roller-coaster of emotion and something a little different from your norm.
From a vocal standpoint she's pukka
I'm seeing them in a month, I'm very excited to see this live! Loved your in-depth analysis Julia.
Same here, in Baltimore!
seeing this band next month!! been listening to ages and I'm so psyched to see you react too :)
edit to add: General of the Dark Army is a freaking amaaaazing song from these guys, definitely on the longer side but you get some good call and answer harmonies between clean vocals and growls :
Julia… You’re absolutely stunning! Your breakdowns are among the very best and yes Britney is a siren of the earth in metal, but she also is pretty darn good at opera also. there is a TH-cam piece on here when she recently did some opera I wish I knew the link but doing the search will quickly pull it up and she yes SLAYES that too!
Great reaction and analysis, as always, Julia! I missed hearing you! I also thought it was funny that you were noticing how much you were talking during a discussion of the importance of space! 😀
As Aussies we have a bit of mad Max in our blood lol.
My mum had one of the same cars when I was growing up. Ended up selling it for a newer car but the guy who bought it actually turned it into the mad Max car & showed us like a year later.
Always love your reactions. Getting more into this band
Great reaction! Thanks for introducing me to this absolute powerhouse!
Metal is classical music of our time.
Thanks Julia !! Love your reacts ! (especially UtA) I see you get many suggestions so for me... and you... any UtA song will make your day... Such a special band they are indeed ! Cheers!!!
I love how you close your eyes during the solo, and just enjoys it. That's the sign of a true music lover \m/
Yes! I'm _always_ ready for this song!
fantastic work julia! really enjoy the captions they help me to have a better understanding of what's being discussed! my favourite song by UTA has to be either this or time stands still. you want to hear brittney go higher? listen to time stands still ... :)
Glad to see you. Missed hearing and seeing your reactions . You bring such great insight to those of us who lack the skills.
Not to mention, Julia's giddy excitement.
Julia... that hair!!! Gorgeous
Unleash the Archers ??? WOW!!! Great voice to analyze in several videos at future.
Absolutely loved this reaction Julia, and your appreciation of the musicianship. There are so many great songs that show off their skills. General of the Dark Army shows off the mix of harsh and clean vocals. Test Your Metal has great belts by Brittney. The Wind that Shapes the Land (no video) has great vocals with amazing musicianship and lots of changes. Cleanse the Bloodlines is an awesome video visually with great music and lyrics. You can’t go wrong with any of their songs.
Brittney also did an opera duet of Brindisi and Karaoke after a concert of Queen of the Reich. You can also catch their set from Alcatraz Festival 2021. All amazing and can’t wait to see more!
Wind That Shapes The Land!! 🤘🏻
"Soulbound" is another great example of her layering two vocal lines. I always try to listen to one or the other, but the blend is so beautiful that I get lost before the end.
This reaction video was super fun, and your love and admiration of the musical and vocal skill comes across so wonderfully clear. Whether it's the technical talk breakdowns to help us understand, or just your sincere and silly emotive responses and the fun chatter - All of it was super fun to see along with a super fun song and video. Great stuff! Music!
"I don't think I'd survive a concert like this live." Julia, I don't think I could either, and yeah, I'd be a satisfied puddle of goo on the floor.... I've heard the song before through other reactions, but you're was amazing.
Saw her in Baltimore, MD a couple years ago. They kicked so much ass.
nice to see someone doing something other than Awakening. would recommend "Time Stands Still" and "Test your Metal" for different sounds and styles from UTA.
Just awarded. Juno (Canadian Grammy) for their latest album. 👏🇨🇦👍😎
The purple background is calming then the music video is hype. Dunno how to feel LOL. Hope you are well Julia? Sorry I missed it premiere. 🥰🙏
I came back and watched this again after hearing them do this LIVE. It's well worth listening to the live version. Yes, she gets up there live. Here's the link to the show in Dallas on 9/15/2021. th-cam.com/video/s6PgyOKY56o/w-d-xo.html
If you like their songcraft, Julia, you might like listening straight through either/both of their concept albums (Apex and Abyss) on your own, not for a reaction. Nicely crafted songs and story arcs, IMO, plus the usual UTA level of musicianship.
Apex and Abyss would make an epic D&D campaign.
I have Apex and Abyss in a playlist and listen to the whole thing more often than I will admit.
@@christopherscottdempwolf5759 I've got one of those, too. Someone on the UTA Disscord made it on Spotify and shared it. I could listen to it a the way through everyday.
When I first discovered UtA a while back (Charismatic Voice reaction to Awakening) and then heard that Apex and Abyss was all one story I purposely avoided listening to too much more from those albums until I had them both in my vinyl collection and was able to sit down with a glass of nice rum in one hand and the lyrics sheet in the other... Best musical decision ever 😊👍
@@antivanti COOL! Great choice!
I love Rum, but Rum does NOT love me... :(
That was a great analysis and review. I remember that long lesson on formants you gave after “awakening”. It seems this band gives you more material than any other.
Julia, great reaction, professional and fun as always. Brittney's high A5 belts are impressive in "Tonight We Ride," but I recommend checking out "The Filth And The Fable" from Behold the Devastation, UTA's first album, where she climbs from F5-D6 in parts of the song. She's just a flat-out bad arse.
The filth and the fable is one of my favorites from UtA, such a cool song
I always love how fast Julia gets the note and nearly every time it's nearly the first or second note tested and I'm just seeing her saying "trust me I don't have perfect pitch"
That voice really reminds me of Tony Harnell, used to be lead singer of TNT. Something worth checking out.
Next up: Test Your Metal. Makes this song look like a warm up exercise for Brittney.
Reference to Furiosa found in the EPIC Nightwish Ghost Love Score reaction Julia did :-)
MAD MAX for the win!!!!!
Ok, ok, ok... This lady makes Floor Jansen look like the Valkyrie that’s _second_ in command! 😂😂
If any vocalist deserves the backdrop of Mad Max, it’s definitely Brittany - holy hell! 🤩🤩
They were just in AZ and un frickin believable!!!! The band was spot on and Brittany didn't skip a note... even on this song!!!!! Amazing energy and crowd interaction!!!
Hi Julia- Loving your video breakdowns, and the depth and detail to which you will go to share your knowledge with us ( no matter how long it takes;)! It’s hilarious when you refer to yourself in the 3rd person, btw😅! As for your growls/ screams vocabulary/knowledge….(and you may already be aware of this channel), Voice Hacks, with the beautiful and talented Mary Z, is an EXCELLENT source of information on that particular subject matter! Hope this helps- you’re doing an amazing job- best of luck and much success to you! Cheers from California;)!
If you listen carefully during those high A5 notes, there are slight phrases of Bb5 mixed in with them
IMHO "Test Your Metal" is even more impressive, from a vocal standpoint.
Julia.."this will end up a 45 minute long video".. Me "You say that like its a bad thing???". The face you made at 7:50 I about choked on my coffee. Love your metal reactions, ( have yet to see you make a bad video regardless of the genre) but the metal ones are my favorite. I am almost convinced Brittany is a Valkyrie no creature born of mortal parents can make those sounds. Delightful as always, not sure what you have done to your hair but it shines like a new copper penny. For those of us who have a weakness for redheads (Me!) this is a good thing.
What a cranked up song! Great band and her vocals are insane! 🤘🏻🔥🔥🔥🙏☘️
Just saw them live on saturday at Alcatraz in Belgium. They were simply amazing 🤘🤘
Thanks for premiering such a high-energy song at 11PM. I'm going to lie awake in bed now :p
Brittney is an incredibly talented singer, not only is she an amazing metal singer she can also sing opera. She did a colab with lords of the trident where they sing Brindisi you should check it out
Actually the best Brindisi I can find online.
I love the layered vocals of The Crypt, its not the most known UTA song, but its a masterpiece. Even If you dont make a reaction of It, make sure to check It out Julia.
Totally love "Crypt" as well and agree 100% it's a masterpiece. The entire song take you on a journey.
Such a killer group. I love your smile when the Mad Max vehicles appear. The speed riffs on the guitars are insane. I'm hyperventilating listening to this. Such a goose! So fun!
On point as always! Luv ya!
Missed you great to be back 🤘🤘🤘💖💖💖
Hey Julia, got to say that if have not already checked out Amaranthe they have a very good harmonic mix of a female, male and growl vocals at the same time. Automatic is a great song in my opinion.
Brittney does all the clean/singing vocals, there are no male backup singing vocals: she’s that versatile! Great reaction!
Whoa really?! That’s insane!!!!!
Lost Horizon - Highlander (The One)
Daniel Heiman from this band is one of her biggest inspirations to her style, sings higher than her (he has sung lines up to D6), sometimes even sounds like it's second nature to him. He's like the metal dimash
Can't wait to see them live next month again!
Yes yes yes, great song choice 👌🏽 thanks for the quality content! If you wanna hear her sing classical, she does a power metal opera battle with the lead singer from lords of the trident that is awesome as well
Hi Coach new subscriber is here Thanks for your reaction ;) Thumbs Up.
Please react to a Filipino girl group sings "The Greatest Showman - Never Enough | 4TH IMPACT" Tnx.
Oh YEAH! I cranked this up to 11 ! It's like a full on frontal assault on your ears. Man I love this band :-). There's really no bad choices, but it does help to do some of them in certain order for sure, as many have mentioned before. I really like Time Stands Still.
Her layering is key to a lot of their music and having 2 other talented vocalists helps fill up that bandwidth for sure. Her belts though.....maaaan I dont know if even Floor belts as well as Brittney, and I hate saying that.
Thanks a ton for getting to this one :-)
P.S. One never forgets a reactors first time doing Ghost Love Score, with your two references in one there with Furiosa and LoTR ;-)
Awesome video! I love the way you're seasoning the videos with your mixture of facts, explanations and jokes. :) I have to recommend "Cleanse The Bloodlines" as the next reaction of this band! It has an epic and emotional feeling to it, and powerful, majestic vocals that shows off another side of Britney's voice.
Finally got to see them live last night. They made it to BrisVegas. Fantastic night. The energy was astounding
i was lucky enough to see UTA in dallas like a week and a half ago they were absolutely incredible live
The most amazing thing is that you can do it too. Amazing. I know it is not your style, but I think you are really good. and I appreciate your professional analysis of Brittney's vocals. Keep up the good work.
Brittney calls the backing/layering vocals as "Brittney's Choir".
Yes trolls and Smeagol 😅
I saw this premier and suddenly time is moving very slow....
So what you're saying is Time Stands Still? 😉
I love how you referred to the harsh vocals as “Sméagol” vocals and he uses the word “precious” in his lyrics!!!
😂😂😂😂
Awesome song. Loving your energy in your reactions!!!! 🤘🏻🤘🏻
I absolutely appreciate your analysis of this and please continue . There previous few of tired available and there wrote risrve it
LOVING the new background. Much easier on the eyes than the old white, and always a joy to watch your reactions and analyses!
Yay! So glad the new background is going down well :)
Yesssss!!!! Finally!!!
Rob Halford would be proud, gives an ode to Judas Priest vibe for me. This band are incredible, it is similar to Jinjer and Nightwish in that every member of the band are insanely talented, with an absolute beast of a vocalist out front.
Love your (and Caption Julia's) analysis! Would love to hear reactions from you to *Charlotte Wessels'* work, both with *Delain* , and as a recent solo artist. She's a brilliant vocalist and performer. For Delain, I'd suggest *"Burning Bridges"* and *"Here Come the Vultures"* ; for solo, I'd suggest *"Superhuman"* and *"Soft Revolution"* .
I'm going to see them at Cabooze on the 1st in Minneapolis. SO EXCITED! Love Brittney Slayes!
Hi Julia!! I have been a subscriber for quite a while, but I have never commented on a video before. I thought you had a great reaction to Man of Constant Sorrow and to Johnny Cash’s Hurt (I’m not crying, I’m not!) I am especially fond of Unleash the Archers though, so I suppose it is fitting that this is the first time I comment. I first discovered them through Chase’s channel and through Chase’s channel eventually found you, Tank, and Elizabeth as well. All of you have enriched my diversity bands I listen to and knowledge of music in general. I love love LOVE how you call on “Editing Julia” for assistance!! Your videos are fun, informative, genuine, and articulate. I call UTA’s material “Subtle Genius” The mad max vibe was perfect for this song!! So Mad Max is known for not just the costumes and vehicles (which UTA TOALLY nailed btw), but also for being high energy from opening scene through the entire film to the ending credits. I feel like Tonight we Ride echo’s this and just has insane energy right from the first notes to the very end. Tank caught something like this on his viewing of “Wind that Shapes the Land” by them as well. Did they do that on purpose?? Yea… I think they did that on purpose!!
2 Final things. It can be hard to compliment people on appearance these days without backlash. I’m going to do it anyway. Your hair in this video was beautiful.. like breath takingly so. You tilted your head at some point and your hair just shimmered. I thought… “mmm shampoo companies should be fighting over you to do ads for them” Congrats on 150k subs.. well 187k subs now you’re killing it : )
Brittney alternates between singing and belting like this for like 2 hour concerts. Her stamina is ungodly. It's why I like to say that "Brittney Slayes" is both a person and a completely accurate sentence.
You should have seen the cover of Cemetery Gates she hit live on Twitch last month or so. She hit a C6 in there, and absolutely killed that song. Sadly it would probably be muted in the Twitch VOD, if there even is one.
Her highest recorded note is a D6 in the Fifth and the Fable and the layered vocals of Ripping Through Time.
whenever I see this thumbnail pop up it reminds me of Once Human-Eye of Chaos..
A GREAT growl track
The furiosa reference was on the nightwish ghost love score reaction. Been a sub for a long tine...lol
So you’re an OG :) glad you’re still here with me!
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“Cleanse the Bloodlines”. Looked over far too often…much heavier, slower paced song. With the display of even more instrumental prowess and vocalist stamina…such an overlooked song, so much better than it gets credit for…
Yes! And the video is amazing as well.
‘“Furiosa” was from the Nightwish GLS reaction. One of my favorites among your many awesome reactions! Thanks for continuing to explore UTA - so good!