The Contortionist - Return To Earth

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  • “Return To Earth” is from Clairvoyant
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    THE CONTORTIONIST is:
    Michael Lessard
    Robby Baca
    Joey Baca
    Cameron Maynard
    Jordan Eberhardt
    Eric Guenther
    Return to Earth / Reimagined:
    A SILENT FLIGHT Production
    www.silentflig...
    In association with VISUAL CAKE
    Directed & Edited by Erez Bader
    Produced by Erez Bader & Michael Lessard
    Cinematographer: West Webb
    1 St AC: Michael Durando
    Gaffer: Emmet Padgett
    DIT: Tom Klane
    Production Designer: Forest Walker Van Hoose
    Art Director: Veronica Sandoval
    Art PA: Roberto Sandoval
    Shot on RED
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  • @MichaelLessard
    @MichaelLessard 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3539

    We appreciate all those who are enjoying it so far and apologize to those who aren't. Much love to you all nonetheless!

    • @gregrobinson1472
      @gregrobinson1472 7 ปีที่แล้ว +159

      Michael Lessard the new direction is amazing. Haven't been disappointed with any album so far

    • @ThrashTIllDeath555
      @ThrashTIllDeath555 7 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      The singles are growing on me but return to the earth has definitely got my attention. Still hoping for heavy stuff on the rest of the album. If it doesn't turn out that way though fair enough because even if it's not the sound I would prefer to hear you guys are still incapable of making bad music and I'll still be at your shows when you come near me count on that \m/

    • @reym8925
      @reym8925 7 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      I'm digging the spiritual feel you've gone for with the new material and the rediscovered lives. Can't wait to jam to you guys in Houston in October.

    • @John-fc9iw
      @John-fc9iw 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Michael Lessard You guys need to be headlining. Loving this album so far

    • @owenthomas5399
      @owenthomas5399 7 ปีที่แล้ว +88

      Michael Lessard you don't need to apologise for anything man. So glad you guys have stuck to your guns and followed a new direction. Fuck the haters, everything you've put out feels so fresh and new

  • @MishaMansoor
    @MishaMansoor 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2404

    This is why I love this band so much.

    • @RedScare67
      @RedScare67 7 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      Suh .. Ssss .. Senpai! o/

    • @akshitjha6251
      @akshitjha6251 7 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Misha Mansoor and their dicks. Amirite?

    • @Killadillo
      @Killadillo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Oh shit I didn't know you listened to them too xD

    • @Antispor
      @Antispor 7 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      Duo Maxwell You're entitled to your own opinion sure. But "Hounding" Misha and saying his band could be any better without Spencer is downright wrong. There are plenty of other bands with a wide range of vocal styles to listen to. Go find one that suits your tastes.
      On another note. I loved this piece of music!

    • @michaelwhitmore4191
      @michaelwhitmore4191 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Spencer has one of the most dirty/ saturated/ heated vocal styles I've heard in modern metal in a long time, akin to the heat you hear in Axel roses voice, a style that couldn't compliment Periphery any better, maybe your talking about the tambre of Spencers voice? In which I suggest you listen to some Scar Symmetry for that deep operatic low larynx!

  • @TacoCrisma
    @TacoCrisma 7 ปีที่แล้ว +185

    To those who don't know - this is basically a eulogy for the singer's friend who died of an overdose. His friends mother passed away, and his friend couldn't handle it so he turned to drugs and died a year after his mother.
    That said, this entire album is sort of a chronicling of his last days. It's fucking sad, and knowing that story - when you listen to it every song and space between takes a new meaning.

    • @sicdedworm09
      @sicdedworm09 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Taco Crisma I definitely didn’t expect this album and language to compliment each other so well. After reading new interviews, language made a little more sense and this finished the story with kind of the opposite over all vibe that language had Life/Death. Having a sister that has recently become clean, certain lines Micheal sings definitely hit home a little bit.

    • @AliothSenator
      @AliothSenator 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Source? I would like to read the thoughts behind it, seems very interesting.

    • @jamieaguer020
      @jamieaguer020 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      That makes so much sense. This song reminds me of my mother, who is a alcoholic and losing herself, in many ways she is dying.
      I feel like my heart truly understands this song.

    • @TheRebelWithoutApplause
      @TheRebelWithoutApplause หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@AliothSenatorLessard is the source.

  • @jhowever9126
    @jhowever9126 7 ปีที่แล้ว +476

    Michael Lessard always looks like he needs a hug from someone.

    • @haarperthehoplophile7652
      @haarperthehoplophile7652 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I wanna like this but it's at 69 atm and I don't wanna ruin it

    • @Zenith292
      @Zenith292 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@haarperthehoplophile7652 now's your time

    • @stardustuk7
      @stardustuk7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      He looks like someone that would give good hugs too. Real heartfelt ones. I think I need to hug Michael Lessard...

    • @cannibisgrind3642
      @cannibisgrind3642 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      0:54 bliss

    • @emmanotfound4440
      @emmanotfound4440 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      That’s because he has been through a lot at a very young age!!! He lost his best friend! This whole song is the pain that his friend and mother had to deal with!

  • @AHmusic
    @AHmusic 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1293

    This is no longer just music, man. This is something else.

    • @Dorito_Dust
      @Dorito_Dust 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      AHmusic the contortionist has always been more than just music. But yes I still agree with you....this one is really far out. LOVE IT

    • @guitarded222
      @guitarded222 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      100% agree!

    • @JohnCrichton
      @JohnCrichton 7 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Nah it's still music. If you like The Contortionist you should see them live.

    • @appleipodtouch2g
      @appleipodtouch2g 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      AHmusic music just feels new again

    • @abadstoryends
      @abadstoryends 7 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      it's called a video, yes

  • @TheMatheusmoura
    @TheMatheusmoura 7 ปีที่แล้ว +447

    I love when metal bands have a loud and audible bass guitar!!! thank you!!!!

  • @287niner
    @287niner 7 ปีที่แล้ว +174

    It is scary how good this band is getting.

    • @res5849
      @res5849 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Mike Franco word they are Fucking getting better abd betterrrrrrrrrrrr every album another level.

    • @Jason-ml2px
      @Jason-ml2px ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Makes 0 sense how they started out damn near perfect and somehow get even better every release

  • @arguingthehuman4392
    @arguingthehuman4392 7 ปีที่แล้ว +428

    These songs, so far, have been the most approachable songs the contortionist have ever released. Lots of people in these comments are identifying the songs as boring and non-experimental, but its absolutely not true. The songs are approachable. You can understand some of the things going on very quickly. Especially so when comparing it to previous releases. But there is tremendous depth in the harmony and rhythm still, even if the beats end up being in 4/4. This song transitions between a wide range of vibes, all well maintaining fantastic flow. Music like this can serve to satisfy a wider range of listeners, but on top of that it can serve as good music for more states of mind. It satisfies the person who listens for complexity, as well as the person who listens for simplicity. And I bet that the boys in the contortionist are on both sides of that fence, which is why this music is what is appealing to them as of now.
    To the people claiming its not proggy because its not in odd times, you are the one applying rules to music, and that isnt very proggy lol.

    • @lyubomirgeorgiev1465
      @lyubomirgeorgiev1465 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I am in love with this comment

    • @arguingthehuman4392
      @arguingthehuman4392 7 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      hahaha, just my take on the music. I study the shit out of the contortionists music and all music I like, and approachability is something I see people start to consider once they find themselves going crazy far down the rabbit hole of making odd/proggy music. Theres a point where things are so odd you can find yourself not liking your own music depending on the day. Music like this is easily likable and weird in all the right ways. hits both nails on the head. This kind of approachability is something to strive for.

    • @TheMetalTris
      @TheMetalTris 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Arguing The Human, I couldn't agree more man. People need to open their minds when it comes to the idea of Prog. I recently had an interview with Steven Wilson and he told me that its ironic that people have this idea of being "progressive" yet they're all stuck imitating a style that was popular in the nineties.
      He released "Permanating" and the world was up in arms because apparently it was a Pop song, let the dude grow! This Contortionist record is probably the best thing the band have done. Which, being such a young band is so exciting. I think The Contortionist are really at the forefront of the Prog world in 2017! You'll love the new record!

    • @arguingthehuman4392
      @arguingthehuman4392 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      They write music purely for the sake of music and you can hear it. Combine that with the chemistry they have with one another, and you have a recipe for earth shattering music. Language is one of my fav releases of all time, Im thinking this album has a honest chance of making it to number 1. And I am not the type of person who can usually decide on favorite artists, but the Contortionist have left an unparalleled impression on me.

    • @PastorShayne
      @PastorShayne 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They have renewed my love for the genre. I was listening to this genre before it existed. Fates Warning was one of my favorites during Arch. And when they shifted, they had insane talent. But they got so abstract, it was no longer pleasing to the ear.
      The same goes for screamers. If you use it as a method, it accents the music. But if that’s all you do, it tells me you don’t have a singing voice and are just covering up for it with screaming. Chris Cornell was the flawless blend of both.
      But there are so many amazing musicians out there, who, because of their poor singers, ruin the melodic lines and in effect, the music itself.
      What I love about the contortionists direction is this dynamic tension of intensity and calmness. Of dreamy melodic lines with tension and power in the music. It is genius and it is a testament to a tight musical group who all have matching taste and form, yet are unique in their vision.
      Kudos to you guys... I can’t get enough. When I listen to an album so many times you can’t listen to it any more, you are approaching epic, like Puppets, Back in Black, or Ten.

  • @007thatonedude
    @007thatonedude 6 ปีที่แล้ว +146

    This song is just so hauntingly beautiful. This album as a whole is helping me cope with the loss of my sister and my uncle who both passed away last year. A drunk driver took the life of my oldest sister and my uncle died from cancer 3 months later. I felt myself losing my sanity.. the most hardest time of my life. It’s difficult still, but I know they are at rest. They just “returned to the earth”. Thank you guys for making this album. Thank you.

    • @Payne823
      @Payne823 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Mario Soto I am sorry for your loss. And you are right, The Contortionists music is something else. Their album “Language” is one of the best albums ever. Something from a higher form of consciousness, in my opinion.

    • @adrianasura6328
      @adrianasura6328 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Best of luck, buddy. Life is suffering, but there is always light on the other side of darkness.

    • @daekrFINGERS
      @daekrFINGERS 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm very sorry that happened to you. Music like this just taps into something almost ethereal. Hauntingly beautiful is exactly how I'd describe it. Best of luck to you and safe travels.

  • @Dubhaltagh
    @Dubhaltagh 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    their music has helped me through my darkest days

  • @adrianwehunt8033
    @adrianwehunt8033 7 ปีที่แล้ว +303

    "You were so sick.... You were Skin and Bone.....So you fed yourself excuses...."
    I completely understand the disappointment that some fans are feeling. I admit that this was not what I expected either (and I adore Language) But despite my initial disappointment at these tracks, they are also deceptively infectious. I didn't realize that after the first listen, these songs would permeate me so deeply. The raw emotions these songs tap.... it is truly incredible.
    The above lyric is something I both anticipate and then recoil from with every listen. It hits so close to home, even despite how vague it is. It's the kind of truth you need, but don't want to face. I've witnessed so many friends and family suffer in so many ways, and this lyric taps into that helplessness I felt as they continually chose to perpetuate that suffering.
    Thank You The Contortionist. I know you are moving far away from your roots, and it's a dangerous change, but I appreciate it.

    • @XZAceXZ
      @XZAceXZ 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      This line, like many in this album, refer to Michael Lessard's friend who passed away, a victim to his drug addiction. I didn't really like this album in the beginning, but after learning the context behind the lyrics, oof did it hit me like a trainwreck.

    • @wheelmindedivan6182
      @wheelmindedivan6182 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Hikari Yami 5 months late, but fuck do I relate. When the album came out I was like “oh it’s alright I guess.” Then I read what it was about. Then I read all the lyrics. Then I listened to it all over again. Then I had to fucking try so hard to not cry. This album is so fucking good, and it’s just better with every listen.

    • @adrianwehunt8033
      @adrianwehunt8033 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for replying. Honestly, I think I'm still in the "it's alright" stage. But I'm fully addicted to this song. I keep coming back to it, again and again. It's almost daily that I either listen to this verse section or just sing it to myself as I go throughout my day. But it's been gradual for me since the release last year.
      But I'm super intrigued by your's and Hikari Yami's points about learning the context and reading deeper into the lyrics. How did you guys go about that? Just through interviews and deep-diving into the lyrics yourself? Has there been much internet discussion or dissection of the album concept online? I've only heard the concept behind this song and read a bit about the band repurposing a section from an older song for the second verse as an homage to his late friend. I guess I was aware that this tied into the concept for the full album, I just didn't think much beyond that until your comments.

    • @XZAceXZ
      @XZAceXZ 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      ThoughtfulMusician, well, really I found out due to some comments on a genius lyric page. But after that, it's almost plainly obvious that most of Mike's lyrics during his time at the Contortionist make a reference to that.
      You can think of Language as a *celebration* of his friend's life, the time that they had talking about philosophy and him returning to his deceased mother, hence all of the *mother-sun/son* lines in those songs.
      Meanwhile, Clairvoyant seems more of a *mourning* where Mike dives deep into himself and his regrets. He thought he could bring his friend back, *back to Earth,* but in the next and final song of the album, he reveals why he just couldn't help.
      "It's just not that easy, when all that's left is just all your bones"
      His friend became a shell of his former self, and it was too late.
      From my part, however, this is mostly speculation and analysis based off of the lyrics. I'm not sure if he's talked about this topic in-depth in an interview or not. Take it as you will.

    • @XZAceXZ
      @XZAceXZ 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      By the way, his friend apparently overdosed because of his mother's death. Looking at the lyrics from that angle gives you a WHOLE new perspective on Language. Take a listen to that album keenly looking into references to "Mother".
      In Monochrome: Pensive, there's this one line that really hits hard.
      *Maybe I was just desperate to think - you'd be fine after you lost your mother.*

  • @abrahamsanchez2197
    @abrahamsanchez2197 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    The rock scene needs more of this. It's called "creativity", and this band has it. FOREVER ON REPEAT.

  • @MattRach
    @MattRach 7 ปีที่แล้ว +869

    From the future.
    Next level.

    • @harukan19
      @harukan19 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      MattRach should cover of their new songs m8

    • @MattRach
      @MattRach 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Sure bro! Wait some days and you'll see something new on my channel

    • @p.a.online
      @p.a.online 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Love the new material!
      However, just realized that the chorus of Return To Earth is somewhat similar to that of 6gig's song entitled Tincan Experiment. Nevertheless, it is confirmed that the Contortionist have a permission to use the lyrics.

    • @AHmusic
      @AHmusic 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Petr Ash omg its true lol

    • @BreathlessOblivion08
      @BreathlessOblivion08 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Petr Ash what the fuck.... How did you realize this? And how do you know TC has permission? I tried googling this and all I found was that 6gig is from Maine and so is Lessard

  • @stevesardi4826
    @stevesardi4826 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Still mad slept on tbh

  • @_jojo11
    @_jojo11 7 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    the videography is out of this world

  • @PleaseForgiveYourself
    @PleaseForgiveYourself 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Everytime I come back to this track it still hits hard. Lost alot of people to addiction and overdoses. I myself struggle with alcoholism, shits even harder when you're still trying to recover only to relapse over and over again...many blessings to all.

    • @justaguy2567
      @justaguy2567 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Get well man!

    • @biyul3976
      @biyul3976 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      hope your good man, these lyrics really do hit hard.

  • @MMAMath24
    @MMAMath24 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Those synths are phenomenal

  • @DeFySniping
    @DeFySniping 7 ปีที่แล้ว +322

    I'm going through a pretty rough and depressing time in my life right now.... these new songs have been hitting home to me. Michaels emotions, the lyrics. Couldn't be more thankful for these musicians. Absolutely incredible.
    Update Oct 2018: this comment was posted over a year ago, this song and album saved me and took me through the darkest time of my life. I had the album on repeat for months(literally) as I dragged and stumbled through life not knowing what to do... I am so so so so extremely grateful for these wonderful musicians and the music they create. Life changing. I hope to meet you all one day to tell you in person.
    Thank you thank you thank you @TheContortionist

    • @AgeTheConfusion
      @AgeTheConfusion 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      AxcepT I feel you brotha

    • @STIMUL8ED
      @STIMUL8ED 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      AxcepT ...Keep ur head up bruv...✌🏾🎅🏿👍🏾

    • @hogosbazvarakh9220
      @hogosbazvarakh9220 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      You should listen to something that isn't complete shit.

    • @joelgrans5098
      @joelgrans5098 7 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      Hogos Bazvarakh What's up with you dude? This guy just told everyone that this music/video lightened up his existence and you have the egotistical nerve to try and take his experience away because it gave him something you could't get for yourself.

    • @mistersmith489
      @mistersmith489 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I hear you. Me too. This song's lyrics remind me of a few good friends who I watched lose themselves to heroin and my own flirtation with self destruction. Excellent song, but what emotions it brings up are challenging to say the least.

  • @seerotkeen
    @seerotkeen ปีที่แล้ว +7

    New album, please. ❤

  • @ryanrowland5909
    @ryanrowland5909 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    To be completely honest. I absolutely love the direction this album took. And at first I wasn’t sure how hard it would stick. But here I am 3 years... 4 years? Later and I still can’t get this album out of my head. My personal opinion, these guys are the new age “Pink Floyd” and anything they put out I can’t be disappointed. The contortionist is definitely in my top favorites

    • @Milotic.
      @Milotic. 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Still one of my all time favorite albums 7 years later

  • @MrCovers101
    @MrCovers101 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    This album is going to be a goddamn spiritual experience. 👍

  • @samuelconnolly347
    @samuelconnolly347 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Those drums are so beautifully clean - I owe whoever recorded/produced this a pint! Discovered this band tonight and I'm blown away. What skill.

  • @The-Esoteric-One
    @The-Esoteric-One 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This song takes a whole other dimension when you yourself have a dying parent you can't imagine living without, almost brought a tear to my eye. Thank you The Contortionist.

  • @frutistajunkie
    @frutistajunkie 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can't wait for this to reach 1 million. It deserves all of them (including the thousand I gave it).

  • @qstaratma9096
    @qstaratma9096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Amazing vocalist!

  • @BitBam
    @BitBam 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The tone in this song is delicious

  • @HiIThinkImReal
    @HiIThinkImReal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I'm just getting into The Contortionist and I'm surprised to see some backlash to this music - this is _brilliant,_ guys.

    • @qstaratma9096
      @qstaratma9096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I know....These guys are brilliant.

    • @xspartan346x
      @xspartan346x 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Everything theyve ever written is brilliant, although personally i still find Language to be their best by far

  • @SawyorRichmond
    @SawyorRichmond 7 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    i feel the same way i felt when i first discovered tool. This is excellent stuff

    • @David-yj4tr
      @David-yj4tr 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Alway drop this on Contortionist videos but checkout Cynic if you haven't already.

    • @adrianasura6328
      @adrianasura6328 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also Tesseract and Skyharbor.

  • @c95060
    @c95060 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    1:46 the hi hat at the upbeat is so genius

  • @WP_DIYEverything
    @WP_DIYEverything 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Between this and early grave, the songs helped me navigate my fathers suicide. I greatly appreciate the artistic expression and am still hopeful we will get more songs in the future.

  • @elijahbyers5960
    @elijahbyers5960 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is it just me or is The Contortionist truly ahead of our time? Incredible..

  • @picnic_bomber
    @picnic_bomber 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I feel sorry for all those people that aren't able to enjoy this. Keep on doing what you do best, The Contortionist:
    Elapse, evolve, expand, adapt.

  • @Heinrick192
    @Heinrick192 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This band's progression is magnificent.

  • @MrJoHnConsTanTine1
    @MrJoHnConsTanTine1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I'm addicted to this song. It's their best work till now in my opinion.

  • @RBdestroyer3321
    @RBdestroyer3321 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This song is absolutely euphoric

  • @raskullsshako
    @raskullsshako 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This is another level of “floating through the distant universe” kind of music. 🤘🏻

  • @lucidphreak1137
    @lucidphreak1137 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Who in the world could not like this.. Its pure ear candy....

  • @Mustlord_Guitar_Ambient
    @Mustlord_Guitar_Ambient 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    "And you were so sick. You were skin and bones. So you fed yourself excuses."
    Someone close to me nearly died from anorexia, so this line really jumped out.

  • @sarthakkhanna9903
    @sarthakkhanna9903 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    On repeat. Never been this addicted.

  • @devouredbyzombies
    @devouredbyzombies 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This should have been the first single from Clairvoyant. I really dig this.

  • @charlescosby3206
    @charlescosby3206 7 ปีที่แล้ว +231

    Return to the earth
    Rain on black clouds
    Return to the earth
    Return to the pyre,
    Wasn't technically perfect
    Couldn't have been any better
    Was a fall with it
    I don't feel any better,
    And you were so sick
    You were skin and bones
    So you fed yourself excuses
    Just to keep it going
    Nodding on and on
    Raining on and on,
    So keep on slipping 'til the end of the earth
    Like a ghost sinking into the ground
    Keep on slipping 'til the end of the earth
    Now that all these black clouds
    Keep on raining down,
    Wasn't technically perfect
    Couldn't have been any better
    Falling faster and faster
    Do you still feel clever?
    Couldn't stop the momentum
    Couldn't stop you from crashing
    Wish that I had seen it coming,
    And you were so sick
    You were skin and bones
    So you fed yourself excuses
    Just to keep it going
    Nodding on and on
    Raining on and on,
    So keep on slipping 'til the end of the earth
    Do you remember what was said?
    You could lose the sleep
    All of those nauseous things
    All of you were wrong
    It didn't take long
    As we were back to earth
    Return to the earth
    And if you come down
    Return to the earth,
    So keep on slipping 'til the end of the earth
    Like a ghost sinking into the ground
    Keep on slipping 'til the end of the earth
    Now that all these black clouds
    Keep on raining

    • @retro_mando
      @retro_mando 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Charles Cosby
      Starting after the line: "All of those
      nauseous things"
      All of you were wrong*
      It didnt take long*
      As we were back to earth*
      thats what im hearing anyways :)

    • @TheVashnessItself99
      @TheVashnessItself99 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Charles Cosby possibly
      Could it have been any better*
      Now there are all these black clouds*

    • @NIGHTOWLmetalcore
      @NIGHTOWLmetalcore 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      do you know the meaning behind this song?

    • @jhowever9126
      @jhowever9126 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Kelsey Luo probably 💉 related sadly

    • @TheVashnessItself99
      @TheVashnessItself99 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      his friend committed suicide I believe, either that or an OD

  • @alphaswag95
    @alphaswag95 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    First thing I see when I woke up. What a perfect way to start the day!

  • @chasemccreery7522
    @chasemccreery7522 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    What this song is doing for me is reminding me of those moments of pure awe and appreciation for life... and by life I mean the nature of the picture frame we live in

  • @AnimateTheWorld
    @AnimateTheWorld 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    my body is getting chills, and im only up to 1 minute. STOP THIS!

  • @antxgrinder
    @antxgrinder 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This hits me so hard. My mother is right at the end of losing her battle with cancer. She is so sick, and has become skin and bones. It's the hardest thing i have ever known. I know the context of this song is different, but it helps me more than you guys will ever know. I feel your pain in these songs Michael.

  • @justagirlofgames
    @justagirlofgames ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’m still listening to this because it’s just so good

  • @loganwelty7094
    @loganwelty7094 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I cannot get enough of this band. They've changed my entire outlook on music

  • @davidmartin1933
    @davidmartin1933 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Una absoluta maravilla musical

  • @carolinelanders1381
    @carolinelanders1381 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My first tattoo was based off of this song, I'm forever in awe of this band.

  • @ishmaelon
    @ishmaelon 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Definitely love how his R&B singing works. Perfect.

  • @canIgetuhhh
    @canIgetuhhh 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don't have words. Just commenting to boost visibility.

  • @feadhneit
    @feadhneit 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I love it when you can almost trip on music, this band does that to me.

    • @jonmccray1086
      @jonmccray1086 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes! that's so accurate

    • @christopherjohnson5152
      @christopherjohnson5152 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      almost!?, learn to play an instrument and you will.

    • @loganisthemeng
      @loganisthemeng 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Christopher Johnson dude, yes their riffs and tone and vibes, all of their music, it's as if the experience of their music was an lsd trip hahaha

    • @1987lildrummer
      @1987lildrummer 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Then listen to this on a trip...

  • @sentanyl3399
    @sentanyl3399 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love how his voice is used like another instrument. Can't wait for this album.

  • @yawn6986
    @yawn6986 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Best random click ever. Absolutely a moving song. I love how as the song progresses, the emotions become more raw.

  • @djramen
    @djramen 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    the first minute of this song always gets me. i can't think of anything else that captures loss better than the first 4 lines of this song.

  • @alejandroflorez9409
    @alejandroflorez9409 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    just the feelings dude...simply amazing

  • @ericm5308
    @ericm5308 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is one of the greatness songs I have ever had the pleasure of hearing. Thank you.

  • @wherepostrockdwells
    @wherepostrockdwells 7 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    Fucking awesome song! This album is a bag full of surprises and I can't wait for it to release. Seriously, one of the best experimental prog metal bands out there in the scene now. Much love

    • @austinhayman7023
      @austinhayman7023 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great to see you guys here!

    • @garyfornow542
      @garyfornow542 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hit me like a ton of fucking all hell - g'damn if it didn't seem like I could identify with the lyrics - not something I do, not sure if I really ever did before not that I think about it. Many think this is about addiction, well if it is not that does not matter still means the same thing to me. All I can say is no one is there to save you, born alone die alone. But really it is awesome music from this band and many others that help keep you going!

  • @Lahnanine
    @Lahnanine 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is everything I've ever wanted from music. These chord progressions, truly talented vocals and not just the simplest drum patterns.

  • @Allumik
    @Allumik 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It might seem like this song is about life choices and hardships and etc, but actually this song is dedicated to Mike's favorite trusty *gray hoodie* , which he wears all the time and spends his best moments with, be it shuffling through forests of fall or float in lakewater during dusk.

  • @ednomofficial4342
    @ednomofficial4342 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These guys are creating their own genre and style...They need more recognition !

  • @jimmychood333
    @jimmychood333 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Incredible. So modern, so good. Hits the right spot, can't get enough of this amazing music that these dudes put out.

  • @jayallison2468
    @jayallison2468 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i don't understand how y'all made such a simple chord progression sound so dynamic. it sounds as complex as the more technical songs and it blows my mind. so much emotion too. constantly on repeat.

  • @Fire-Toolz
    @Fire-Toolz ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i cannot feel a difference energetically between the heaviest songs & the softest ones. just different languages saying the same things of beauty & pain. still crying either way. always crying. can't listen to any of your albums without so many tears. you all make the most magical music it's insane. thank you so so so much.

  • @anastaciawood5398
    @anastaciawood5398 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This album has been the best so far, its like language and clairvoyant are separate chapters in a book with this being the next big chapter for them.

  • @LiedBand1
    @LiedBand1 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great music comes with great couches.

  • @giovannyrosado6326
    @giovannyrosado6326 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm never not amazed by this band. Beyond metal/rock, they always create art.

  • @matteobdrums
    @matteobdrums 7 ปีที่แล้ว +164

    Absolutely incredibly fucking amazing, PAPA BLESS

    • @the11theleven
      @the11theleven 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      papa bless!

    • @a.block.of.tofu.
      @a.block.of.tofu. 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Papa bless

    • @abramkoucheki
      @abramkoucheki 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      papa fuckin bless man

    • @Mechimmortal
      @Mechimmortal 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Vape Nash and Papa Bless you all.

    • @traviswstone
      @traviswstone 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Matteo Barca bo's in the house!
      now let's grab a couple sodie pops.
      I'm high music, high pizza

  • @friednotsteamed7956
    @friednotsteamed7956 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This song is almost an anthem, an echoing backing track, to some of the most formative years and experiences of my life when I look back on exactly what has led me to where I am today. It’s hard to not picture different parts of my life, of what has led me to where I am, in a cinematographic light when listening to this song. It really is a song that you don’t just remember but one that you carry with you like a memory.
    Thank you, guys! I love this song!

  • @jessicabell4502
    @jessicabell4502 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I show everyone I know your music and they all LOVE IT! This concert was a birthday gift and while I'm so grateful, I'm sad you guys didn't play longer. Meet me on the smoking patio?

  • @returntoearth2556
    @returntoearth2556 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Listening to The Contortionist is not like other bands. The Contortionist grabs u by the arm & says, "you're going on a journey to experience peace & bliss on a level rarely encountered...whether u want to go or not." Even Expolanet & Intrinsic did this when Jonathan was the vocalist, and I absolutely loved & still love those albums, as well as Jonathan's vocals. But bringing in Mike Lessard brought this band to a height of amazement I never thought possible. They could not have chosen a more absolutely perfect fit for this band. This is the art of music & talent that displays, as far as I've yet to experience, the very pinnacle of joy & emotion that music can possibly deliver. Especially when u can strip it down to each individual instrument on its own, & still be moved by it. Especially the vocals of Michael Lessard.

  • @claytonpetersimes5838
    @claytonpetersimes5838 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your arrangement and phrasings on every instrument and vocals are incredible. I wish more musicians had the musicality as your group does.

  • @Ilovecomedy818
    @Ilovecomedy818 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think I alone account for at least 500 views so far. I can't tell you how much this song has saved me. It came to me in the most desperate times of need and has healed my soul, made me whole again if you will. Can't wait for these guys to come to Portland, Oregon

  • @GrahamScanlonDrums
    @GrahamScanlonDrums 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I almost feel like this song is about (in a way) putting Exoplanet and everything about it fully to rest. Exoplanet as a concept album was all about departing from Earth in search of a new home, and "Return To Earth" feels like a way of metaphorically (or perhaps directly) saying that the journey is complete and they're on to something completely new and different.

  • @monsieur.d7220
    @monsieur.d7220 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The more you listen.... the more you discover the beauty and some magical parts of the track.... A great and visionary band (y).

  • @OlgaHerreraSalas
    @OlgaHerreraSalas 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I can't stop listening to this song...

  • @buckfuttler2877
    @buckfuttler2877 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Clayton, you returned to the earth today...i will always miss you. RIP brother.

  • @draperyfallsdrums
    @draperyfallsdrums 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Ive never thought of myself as someone having a favorite band, simply because I listen to so much different stuff. But there is not a single band whose releases I anticipate more than yours. In terms of the feels I get, youve even surpassed Tesseract. Thank you. Hope to see you on your European Tour again

    • @collinsnow2203
      @collinsnow2203 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They’re equal with TesseracT with me, but nice to see a fellow brother!

  • @stanfordfeynman2796
    @stanfordfeynman2796 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was watching one of Physics Girl’s CERN videos when one of the guys she was interviewing was wearing a Contortionist shirt. Man I’m glad I looked up what it was!

    • @unidentifiedbipedallifeform
      @unidentifiedbipedallifeform 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Seems there were a lot of fans that noticed that shirt. I never heard of these guys but had to look them up too.

    • @stanfordfeynman2796
      @stanfordfeynman2796 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Anonymous Nobody haha nice

  • @aaronrisch6334
    @aaronrisch6334 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    ...this band has matured into a sound like no other. Musically, vocally, lyrically... underlying screams or not, im over the fact they may not have that overly intense metal sound like the first two albums. The previous album and three tracks I've heard off the upcoming album are just. Perfect. Really liking the current sound and angle they are taking moving forward. Well done.

  • @Nemki_Gunda
    @Nemki_Gunda 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    this song is so hypnotizing can`t stop listening to it again and again

  • @olivialopez9323
    @olivialopez9323 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Heard this song in my dreams last night after a while of not hearing it. It was an awesome dream

  • @Andyman2340
    @Andyman2340 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is incredible. It's like Tool and Djent had a modern baby. The Contortionist' sound is everything I could want in a band. I love the vocals.

  • @leviathanskye
    @leviathanskye 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I can't wait to see you guys in October with BTBAM!

    • @FreyaTamiyo
      @FreyaTamiyo 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Leviathan Skye Same!!!

  • @ryandeshazo
    @ryandeshazo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    God every single song on the new album so far grows on me so much. I love every album this band has put out and this one will be no different. Still my number 1

  • @mariusmeyer3243
    @mariusmeyer3243 7 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    Featuring Jon Snow on drums and Aegon Targaryen on guitar

    • @ghostgate82
      @ghostgate82 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Marius Meyer underrated comment

  • @nunodias5837
    @nunodias5837 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    album of the year ... fuck ... for me album of the decade ... its so out of this word ...perfection

  • @PenoglakiMan
    @PenoglakiMan 7 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    Anyone else wondering if the shots submerged in water & forest are flipped horizontally? Mike's piercing appears to switch nostrils :D

    • @TundraCH
      @TundraCH 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh that could be it, that confused me lol

    • @tobytruman33
      @tobytruman33 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Nope, was too immersed in dat dank music, and will be until I die I reckon.

    • @the11theleven
      @the11theleven 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      maybe a visual metaphor to line up with the lyrics?

    • @timryder3444
      @timryder3444 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thats what I was wondering. It happens so many times from shot to shot that I think there is a pattern. He's talking about a ghost going back to the other side. So I think it represents switching from one realm to another.

    • @franciscopoliteo5212
      @franciscopoliteo5212 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I noticed that too, i thought it was just to show it xD

  • @ChumFiesta00
    @ChumFiesta00 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's been over a month since the album dropped and I'm still listening every day. Chills every time.

  • @ethandoors
    @ethandoors 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    for sure pre-ordering now.

  • @gtsavestheday6569
    @gtsavestheday6569 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was the first time i've ever heard The Contortionist and I can't believe it. Im tempted to instantly look up their bio for some background but don't want to subtract from the organic experience, which i feel is exactly what this song is. It can be interpreted in so many ways, but inevitably its a question of capacity to endure despite the trials of life, often lying to ourselves about what we need. Its a prideful act to go it alone, but often we do and suffer, possibly unto death because of it. This song is the human experience and I deeply appreciate this band now because of it.

  • @aerialresonance3486
    @aerialresonance3486 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This song is beautiful, dark and complex! Also love the reference to the 'Reimagined' music video. The clean vocals fits just perfect on this album

  • @mohanapandiyan9118
    @mohanapandiyan9118 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Under-rated Band of the decade

  • @TehBunjee33
    @TehBunjee33 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    My body wasn't ready. Holy shit.

  • @jameshutson9406
    @jameshutson9406 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This band saves lives

  • @mesadrums375
    @mesadrums375 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    So awesome to see another song before it comes out. Hyped as fuck now

  • @Urashison
    @Urashison 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! The way this band has progressed in sound is so impressive because they always pull it off with a new sound each record they release. Definitely my favorite band in the genre

  • @cameronyoung5874
    @cameronyoung5874 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Not as technical? Watch that studio update guys, this album is going to blow us away.

    • @danneu8
      @danneu8 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      People who say that don't really know what they're talking about. If you're not a musician, the only stuff that will sound hard to you is fast, shredding stuff.

  • @ryancoffman2636
    @ryancoffman2636 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This song brings tears to my eyes... Such an amazing song

  • @Kabz8
    @Kabz8 7 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    I get mad Tool/APC/Periphery/Deftones vibes.
    All good things

    • @popecorkyxxiv2363
      @popecorkyxxiv2363 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That's because these guys are so prog it hurts. Again, a good thing. MJK may be a lunatic but he's my favorite musician.

    • @gSWG3R
      @gSWG3R 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Major APC vibes indeed

    • @luker.6967
      @luker.6967 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Kabz I can't really see the tool.

    • @absurdhero144
      @absurdhero144 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love all of that❤

    • @chrisjames7803
      @chrisjames7803 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      dont hear tool or apc at all,, I hear Karnivool,, not anywhere near as good but its there