Mike and Ginger get their first listen to Raido, by Norwegian band Wardruna. ~~~Get exclusive content on Patreon at / mikeandginger Twitter / playitagainmg
I've seen them live for about ten times, and everyone, who has the chance to see them live, it's one of the most creative, mesmerizing experiences you can make.. the are unique, aweseome and live they are unbeatable..
Great reaction,folks! Wardruna is truly unique in the way they devote themselves to the sound of nature. Their instruments are self-made,and Einar Selvik creates amazing soundscapes by recordings he does out in the nature. And completes it with outstanding vocals like you have witnessed... I am quite sure you will love their recent video "LYFJABERG",a taste of their highly anticipated new album soon to be released! Greetings from Norway! 🙂
Yes, Helvegen is definitively worth a reaction! Plus, if you like tribal sounds try "Krigsgaldr" by Heilung: MINDBLOWING! The visuals are awesome too, since all you can see on stage (except mics and one pad/tablet for in-ears or little backtracking) is handmade by the musicians and historically accurate. Edit: ua-cam.com/video/QRg_8NNPTD8/v-deo.html
You guys have so got to check out Wardruna and Aurora song Helvegen... I promise your pimples will goose and your minds blown... Its a Viking song about the journey after death.... you have to picture a viking funeral procession and a huge funeral pyre... its beautiful! fantastic 👏 love the Channel:)
I'd recommend the "regular" version more than the one with Aurora (I love Aurora and her voice, but it's the version EVERYONE have reacted to.. it's gotten rather old) Also... Helvegen is not a viking song about the journey after death, nor is it a "viking funeral song". It's a song that brings up the question "who will sing me when I die?", since we used to have songs for every occasion a thousand years ago, but that part of our culture have almost vanished totally. But yes, it is a beautiful song.. especially experienced live!
Hi guys. Thank you for this reaction. Wardruna's work is the voice of my and my fellow nordic, past Here is a breakdown of thought on this video and a suggestion to one of their best performances ever: First and foremost, Raido is a rune that means to travel, it represents adventure, overcoming a great challenge, and it also is a rune that means "riding" or "to ride." In the beginning Einar is tied to two trees, deep within a forest, and we have a repeating rhythm. We also see that his back is turned to a horse, who eagerly walks behind him, also bound to a tree. I take stagnation from these metaphors: An individual who is rooted in place, cannot move, or make progress, and has willingly turned his/her back, or has been forced to turn their back on opportunity. However, as we see with the video, Einar manages to free himself and is shown wandering in the forest with the horse as his companion. Note two things: A forest has always been a poetic symbol of the unknown and thus Einar is traveling a new path that is foreign to him, and thus he's vulnerable and uncertain; him not wearing shoes adds to the 'vulnerable' metaphor. Second, notice that Einar is NOT riding the horse in the beginning, but is riding it later in the music video. When he starts to ride the horse this represents him getting control of his journey, and then you even get to a point where he's riding the horse full gallop, representing a complete control and a complete freedom in his life. What starts as him wandering in a forests becomes him traveling over streams, past mighty stones covered in moss (a symbol for time), through fields, past lakes (symbol for prosperity and tranquillity) , over mountains (symbol for challenges and hardship), and so forth. In the end however, Einar and his companion reach the ocean and he releases him, setting him free and saying goodbye. As a final note, you also have fire as a metaphor in this music video. You see Einar and Lindy-Fay singing over the flames and its casting light, which I take to represent the power of the rune itself, and its deeper meaning. In the end of the music video, one of the final shots is Einar closing his eyes to the fire, and then it cuts to the horse walking away. I take this as a metaphor for an end to the journey; his own death, or perhaps simply overcoming the challenge that he faced. I can also reaffirm this from how the camera is on the surface of the water then, constantly shifting in and out of focus as the water passes in front of it. This represents a new journey about to begin; a new unknown to face. Please check out Helvegen live with Aurora at Wardruna's YT Channel. It is basically the followup to this song and it will blow your mind. Check out the lyrics too. First part is in Norwegian, the last part is in the ancient language Old Norse and quoted from a 1000year old poem.
That's a fantastic analysis, thank you! I confess, I wasn't doing much thinking, I was just enraptured by the sounds and the rich imagery of the visuals. Really, really enjoyed this one. -M
@@MikeandGinger Wardruna's music engulfs the mind, so fully understandable. The song Helvegen with the wonderful Aurora will get into your soul even more. Read the lyrics before listening: ua-cam.com/video/FnkTuHP9q3o/v-deo.html We, the fans from the beautiful Nordic countries, are looking forward to your Helvegen-reaction video. Have a great day guys!
I actually read "Making Ginger Bread to Raido" as the title of this video. And I thought sure a good activity for Christmas!🎄👍 Okay, I put the phone away...
Ginger is falling in love with einar lol I see it every time she sees him lol it's hilarious,they are and awesome band to listen to. I pre-ordered their last album which was the first album I had ever pre-ordered and I wasn't disappointed. I jam this at least 3 times a week in my truck. Hail Odin!
Great reaction. I've listened to a few Wardruna songs but I hadn't heard this one before. Really cool. Another band and song the two of you might enjoy is Eluveitie - The Call Of The Mountains. They are a Swiss folk metal band and they sound awesome. I just recently found out that the letter u in the band's name is silent so it's actually pronounced El-vay-tee.
@@MikeandGinger Yes. It is. They play a lot of different instruments besides the standard drums, base and electric guitars. They also add in violins, flutes, harps, bagpipes and even a hurdy-gurdy in some songs.
If you like Wardruna, then you will also like Heilung and Danheim. You will not be disappointed, I promise. As for your kids, you can always do reactions with them. A great way to introduce them to other music as well. 😉😄
I've already done a couple of reaction videos with my son, Julian (Tenacious D + The Hu), and a couple with Mike's daughter, Lauren (Abba + a parody video of Katy Perry's California Girls). Julian will be recording a couple with me tonight. One will definitely be Tool, because Julian and I are HUGE Tool fans, and Mike is not ;) So stay tuned! - G
Both of you have very nice, pleasant voices. I love the fact that you don't pause the song to get your thoughts in, which for me suggests that you respect what you're listening to more than the sound of your, however pleasant, speeches. You're keeping the format short and approachable. I see a bright future for you Guys :) Also, please do forgive me Ginger, but you're absolutely gorgeous;)
Raido, once of the best songs ever listen from wardruna, grá is also good, fehu, isa, helvegen.. its rly a god tier band but its not a guitar its a harp
Pronounced (Ride-o) the travelers rune. Ginger I see it captures your soul, like it does mine, it's because there are hints of your ancestors speaking to you.
I was recently wondering when you might get around to Wardruna! Had been considering submitting a suggestion myself. Another couple of Nordic/Scandinavian acts you might like are Gjallarhorn from Finland and Marie Boine, a Sami singer from Norway. Or, for something very different from the southern hemisphere, Aus Indigenous singer songwriter Gurrumul Yunupingu (Dr G) - one of the most beautiful voices there have been.
This may be a "Coals to Newcastle/ Teaching Granny to suck eggs" moment but have you caught any Dead Can Dance? Host of the Seraphim, Black Sun... Albums full of ætherial, soaring, dark and brooding beauty, from 85's Spleen and Ideal, on through Aion, Serpent's Egg up to Dionysus in '18. Here's a taster, first track from Aion, Arrival and Reunion ua-cam.com/video/QOauyq9Upxo/v-deo.html
A good reminder. I think the only thing I've listened to from Dead Can Dance in the last few years is Opium, but definitely it's a band I appreciate. Thanks! -M
Nice one. There are quite a few groups like this now. Here's a couple of suggestions: Rún by Skáld : ua-cam.com/video/s9NIBZfVBW4/v-deo.html In Maidjan by Heilung : ua-cam.com/video/kmWTZ3KfnXE/v-deo.html
Einar is actually in an episode of the Vikings show. He sings a song from the pier when the ships leave.
I've seen them live for about ten times, and everyone, who has the chance to see them live, it's one of the most creative, mesmerizing experiences you can make.. the are unique, aweseome and live they are unbeatable..
Comparing Wardruna to Nightwish is like comparing gold to copper. Nightwish is okay but Wardruna is god tier
God tier is not enough matey ;-)
Great reaction,folks! Wardruna is truly unique in the way they devote themselves to the sound of nature. Their instruments are self-made,and Einar Selvik creates amazing soundscapes by recordings he does out in the nature. And completes it with outstanding vocals like you have witnessed...
I am quite sure you will love their recent video "LYFJABERG",a taste of their highly anticipated new album soon to be released! Greetings from Norway! 🙂
Thanks for the positive review. I know I'm eager to check out more, thanks for pointing the way to another good one. -M
Check out Wardruna and Aurora - Helvegen. You'll love it!!
Will do! Thank you 😊- G
Tell Ginger to bring some handkerchiefs, tears guaranteed.
ua-cam.com/video/FnkTuHP9q3o/v-deo.html
Yes, Helvegen is definitively worth a reaction! Plus, if you like tribal sounds try "Krigsgaldr" by Heilung: MINDBLOWING! The visuals are awesome too, since all you can see on stage (except mics and one pad/tablet for in-ears or little backtracking) is handmade by the musicians and historically accurate.
Edit: ua-cam.com/video/QRg_8NNPTD8/v-deo.html
Flavio Vergottini very cool. We definitely will! -G
Wardruna did a lot of the music on the TV show Vikings.
Wow! I knew it sounded right. That’s very cool 👍🏻 - G
Raido is the rune that stands for travel. It is where the English word "riding" comes from.
You will both love "Gra" by Wardruna.
You guys have so got to check out Wardruna and Aurora song Helvegen... I promise your pimples will goose and your minds blown... Its a Viking song about the journey after death.... you have to picture a viking funeral procession and a huge funeral pyre... its beautiful! fantastic 👏 love the Channel:)
Thanks James! -M
I'd recommend the "regular" version more than the one with Aurora (I love Aurora and her voice, but it's the version EVERYONE have reacted to.. it's gotten rather old)
Also... Helvegen is not a viking song about the journey after death, nor is it a "viking funeral song".
It's a song that brings up the question "who will sing me when I die?", since we used to have songs for every occasion a thousand years ago, but that part of our culture have almost vanished totally.
But yes, it is a beautiful song.. especially experienced live!
I was actually lucky enough to see him live, great guy very knowledgeable but humble with a great sense of humor.
Heilung - In Maidjan
It shakes one's soul
Lyfjaberg is a very special song of theirs, it gets me like no other song 🌚
Hi guys. Thank you for this reaction. Wardruna's work is the voice of my and my fellow nordic, past
Here is a breakdown of thought on this video and a suggestion to one of their best performances ever:
First and foremost, Raido is a rune that means to travel, it represents adventure, overcoming a great challenge, and it also is a rune that means "riding" or "to ride." In the beginning Einar is tied to two trees, deep within a forest, and we have a repeating rhythm. We also see that his back is turned to a horse, who eagerly walks behind him, also bound to a tree. I take stagnation from these metaphors: An individual who is rooted in place, cannot move, or make progress, and has willingly turned his/her back, or has been forced to turn their back on opportunity. However, as we see with the video, Einar manages to free himself and is shown wandering in the forest with the horse as his companion.
Note two things: A forest has always been a poetic symbol of the unknown and thus Einar is traveling a new path that is foreign to him, and thus he's vulnerable and uncertain; him not wearing shoes adds to the 'vulnerable' metaphor. Second, notice that Einar is NOT riding the horse in the beginning, but is riding it later in the music video. When he starts to ride the horse this represents him getting control of his journey, and then you even get to a point where he's riding the horse full gallop, representing a complete control and a complete freedom in his life.
What starts as him wandering in a forests becomes him traveling over streams, past mighty stones covered in moss (a symbol for time), through fields, past lakes (symbol for prosperity and tranquillity) , over mountains (symbol for challenges and hardship), and so forth. In the end however, Einar and his companion reach the ocean and he releases him, setting him free and saying goodbye. As a final note, you also have fire as a metaphor in this music video. You see Einar and Lindy-Fay singing over the flames and its casting light, which I take to represent the power of the rune itself, and its deeper meaning. In the end of the music video, one of the final shots is Einar closing his eyes to the fire, and then it cuts to the horse walking away. I take this as a metaphor for an end to the journey; his own death, or perhaps simply overcoming the challenge that he faced. I can also reaffirm this from how the camera is on the surface of the water then, constantly shifting in and out of focus as the water passes in front of it. This represents a new journey about to begin; a new unknown to face.
Please check out Helvegen live with Aurora at Wardruna's YT Channel. It is basically the followup to this song and it will blow your mind. Check out the lyrics too. First part is in Norwegian, the last part is in the ancient language Old Norse and quoted from a 1000year old poem.
That's a fantastic analysis, thank you! I confess, I wasn't doing much thinking, I was just enraptured by the sounds and the rich imagery of the visuals. Really, really enjoyed this one. -M
@@MikeandGinger Wardruna's music engulfs the mind, so fully understandable.
The song Helvegen with the wonderful Aurora will get into your soul even more. Read the lyrics before listening: ua-cam.com/video/FnkTuHP9q3o/v-deo.html
We, the fans from the beautiful Nordic countries, are looking forward to your Helvegen-reaction video.
Have a great day guys!
Love how u reacted to that
More people should hear this amazing song
Weird, because i heard them first when i was 16, and i loved them right away.
Even heard them live at Metal Fest in Austria.
I actually read "Making Ginger Bread to Raido" as the title of this video.
And I thought sure a good activity for Christmas!🎄👍
Okay, I put the phone away...
Huge amount of great music coming out of that part of the world.
Love u guys ,so cool
Ginger is falling in love with einar lol I see it every time she sees him lol it's hilarious,they are and awesome band to listen to. I pre-ordered their last album which was the first album I had ever pre-ordered and I wasn't disappointed. I jam this at least 3 times a week in my truck. Hail Odin!
Great reaction. I've listened to a few Wardruna songs but I hadn't heard this one before. Really cool. Another band and song the two of you might enjoy is Eluveitie - The Call Of The Mountains. They are a Swiss folk metal band and they sound awesome. I just recently found out that the letter u in the band's name is silent so it's actually pronounced El-vay-tee.
Swiss folk metal, eh? Sounds interesting! -M
@@MikeandGinger Yes. It is. They play a lot of different instruments besides the standard drums, base and electric guitars. They also add in violins, flutes, harps, bagpipes and even a hurdy-gurdy in some songs.
If you like Wardruna, then you will also like Heilung and Danheim. You will not be disappointed, I promise.
As for your kids, you can always do reactions with them. A great way to introduce them to other music as well. 😉😄
I've already done a couple of reaction videos with my son, Julian (Tenacious D + The Hu), and a couple with Mike's daughter, Lauren (Abba + a parody video of Katy Perry's California Girls).
Julian will be recording a couple with me tonight. One will definitely be Tool, because Julian and I are HUGE Tool fans, and Mike is not ;)
So stay tuned! - G
Both of you have very nice, pleasant voices. I love the fact that you don't pause the song to get your thoughts in, which for me suggests that you respect what you're listening to more than the sound of your, however pleasant, speeches. You're keeping the format short and approachable. I see a bright future for you Guys :)
Also, please do forgive me Ginger, but you're absolutely gorgeous;)
Thank you for the kind words. And I'm pretty sure Ginger is OK with being called absolutely gorgeous. ;) -M
Raido, once of the best songs ever listen from wardruna, grá is also good, fehu, isa, helvegen.. its rly a god tier band
but its not a guitar its a harp
I think you will like the song Heilung from Krigsgaldr even more.
Keep up the nice comments.
We'll have to have a listen! -M
The band is called Heilung and the song Krigsgaldr.
Erwin de Groot your right my mistake
Pronounced (Ride-o) the travelers rune.
Ginger I see it captures your soul, like it does mine, it's because there are hints of your ancestors speaking to you.
Holy shit, not saying if thats because of her, the music or both :)
I was recently wondering when you might get around to Wardruna! Had been considering submitting a suggestion myself. Another couple of Nordic/Scandinavian acts you might like are Gjallarhorn from Finland and Marie Boine, a Sami singer from Norway.
Or, for something very different from the southern hemisphere, Aus Indigenous singer songwriter Gurrumul Yunupingu (Dr G) - one of the most beautiful voices there have been.
Thanks for the tips! Nobody's mentioned any of those yet, so that definitely gives us more to check out. You do good work! -M
Try also Heilung or Nytt Land (Russia)..... Maybe some folk metal bands like Ensiferum, Korpiklaani
7:40 well put
Helvegan live , wardruna and Aurora Viking at its best
This may be a "Coals to Newcastle/ Teaching Granny to suck eggs" moment but have you caught any Dead Can Dance?
Host of the Seraphim, Black Sun...
Albums full of ætherial, soaring, dark and brooding beauty, from 85's Spleen and Ideal, on through Aion, Serpent's Egg up to Dionysus in '18.
Here's a taster, first track from Aion, Arrival and Reunion ua-cam.com/video/QOauyq9Upxo/v-deo.html
A good reminder. I think the only thing I've listened to from Dead Can Dance in the last few years is Opium, but definitely it's a band I appreciate. Thanks! -M
Det her er den nordiske sjela i frisk bris. Wardruna ❤️
If you want viking music with a crescendo, listen to Krigsgaldr by Heilung
Great reaction. Please try Eldrim with their song Uår. Very good norse, folk-music band similar to Wardruna.
not a guitar.. its a hand harp some of the instruments they use are reproduced from ancient drawings
You guys should check out Heilung
Wardruna Kvitravn is also a really good one!
We reacted to that one, but it got blocked 😑 - G
@@MikeandGinger Ah, ok..that’s too bad. Would’ve liked to see that.
Please check out Wardruna Lyfjaberg. It's amazing.
I have a suggestion that you should check out! Hrafnsmál - Wardruna based on an old Norse poem!
now we're talking..... if you like the pagan nordic sound you should try out Heilung
react to wardruna lyfjaberg please
I personally found it very difficult to focus on the music with the lovely red portrait in the background.
They are very lovely poppies :) - G
check the new Wardruna - kvitrafn you will love it
We did that one, but it got blocked 😑 -G
TIL the phrase, like a dead heat in a zeppelin race. Not sure what make me think of that now.
BOOBA
Nice one. There are quite a few groups like this now. Here's a couple of suggestions:
Rún by Skáld : ua-cam.com/video/s9NIBZfVBW4/v-deo.html
In Maidjan by Heilung : ua-cam.com/video/kmWTZ3KfnXE/v-deo.html
I just knew you’d have more! 😁😘 - G
Pls react krigsgaldr by heilung
It’s definitely on the list! ❤️ - G
There's better than Krigsgaldr, Krigsgaldr gets so overdone. In Maidjan and Alfadhirhaiti would really do well or Norupo.
React this wardruna lyfjaberg
House full of teens? She looks 20 something.
Me?! Why, thank you! I am 47 - G