Agreed 100 percent. I am a complete atheist, but I felt like seeing Wardruna live and feeling their music at that volume actually resonating my body tapped into something either Primal or ancestral that was buried deep inside me and I had never felt before
This song is not only heard, but really felt on a spiritual level, and I'm so glad that Elizabeth talks about the importance of music in schools and therapy!
I really agree with that sentiment, and YES. Music in schools is so freaking important, it's killing me there's less of a focus these days. I intend to see what change I can make. Stay tuned!
@@TheCharismaticVoice Almost on the same topic but I think you'd appreciate reacting to Bogdan Ioen singing Michael Jackson's Earth song. Probably the closest to the real deal I've ever seen.
Wardruna, Heilung, Skald, each band in this genre are very skilled and make brilliant music. However, since they try to incorporate some traditional instruments and rhythms into their music, the audience gets the wrong idea that this is genuinely what traditional tribal music was like in times long past. These bands have explained that they are simply inspired by old and ancient cultures, but aren't trying to be accurate and authentic to the history. A lot of people don't know this and get the wrong idea still, so imma just leave this here. Thank you Elizabeth for yet another brilliant analysis of skilled musicians.
Indeed. They do make fantastic music and indeed do convey the feeling of something old, something spiritual and so on. But that feeling mostly comes from hollywood and pop culture, people have an expectation of what people during that time looked like and sounded like even though it may be way of the mark what the reality was. Like the idea that everybody was dirty and if they were not wearing biker leathers them they were wearing animal pelts. Which is all wrong. Objectively Wardrunas and Heilungs music has very little to do with REAL dark age and medieval european folk music but instead is a mishmash of influences from native american shamanism to tibetian throat singing. It is a combo that works though, big time.
@@MaaZeus I'm not saying they are making true authentic ancient music but referencing tibetan throat singing doesn't make any sense. what about Eivor throat singing teached her by and old woman in the Faroe Islands? do you really think they would think about Tibetan music when they try to recreate or at least reference their old musical tradition?
@@MaaZeus Excuse me? Tibetan throat singing? Throat singing has been a tradition in Scandinavia since the bronze age. To the point where they outright are indistinguishable from Mongolian throat singing in terms of quality. And no Einar straight up made the first 2 albums to heavily resemble scaldic music from previous eras, unlike Heilung who are just outright performance art, it wasn't until the third album that he started experimenting more and getting more grandiose both in scope and in his fusion of modern musical concepts.
@@victorkreig6089 I would like to see a proof of your claim. Because all we have now are what the Arab Al-Tartushi wrote and we have no real idea what he was talking about, was he talking about throat singing, just generally harsh vocals metal style (which is not throat singing) or was he just generally insulting the Norse people and their singing.
@@MaaZeusyou do realise that these guys are historians from the region right? I will believe them over you, some unknown name on UA-cam. What makes you the leading authority on this? They have access to historical sources,do you? Probably not. So what makes you think you know better? Typical UA-cam expert.
I really love the music that Wardruna makes, I once saw them live at a festival, they had a really late time slot and I was so tired, that I almost did not go to see them, but in the end I still went and it was such an amazing experience. I had my eyes closed fot almost the entire show and just took the music in, felt it in every part of my body. Hope I can see them some time again
Not only is Einar a practitioner of Nordic spirituality (sometimes known as heathenry), but Lindy-Fay is a practitioner of seiðr, an Old Norse form of divination and trance work. I'm a student of such traditions myself, and I was pleasantly surprised to read in one of my books that she teaches galdr (spell-singing). If you're not familiar, that requires a lot of lung power because the objective is to be very loud!
Im glad to see you still reacting to wardruna. We are blessed to have Einar on this planet with us. Music is true magic. Sound that can bring apon physical changes and reactions in the body and soul.
I would highly recommend coming to Denver on Oct 3rd, 2024. Wardruna will be playing at Red Rocks which is quite possibly the best concert location for their music. My wife and I saw them there a couple years ago and the concert was magical.
Wardruna and the 2014 Shpongle live band show at Red Rocks (different shows though a collab would be amazing) were straight up occult rituals, not shows 😂
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Wardruna is a real spiritual journey, an exceptional experience. I love their performance and music and I hope I can be once in their concert... It's on my bucketlist. Grettings from Hungary!
Had been too long since I listened to Wardruna. Really enjoyed this new song. More people need to give this music a listen, as I am sure many would enjoy it.
I work in psychiatry for adolescents and children in Scandinavia. We use music therapy as one of our " best" and most efficient clinical treatments for many psychiatric disorders but especially for selective mutism. Music really is healing in many ways. 😊
i'm seeing them live in january and i'm so so so excited, i never thought i would have the opportunity to see this music that has changed and molded my life since 2009 but they are coming to my little country and i'm SO THANKFUL. love your reactions and appreciation for wardruna! it makes me feel like i'm rediscovering them all over again whenever i watch a new reaction :D
It's a real shame this only has 40k views after 3 months. People are really missing out, simply because they won't open their ears to anything beyond popular and big name artists.
I got to see them in Mesa, Az probably 2 years ago... Amazing show... I had tickets for 3 years waiting to see them (covid delay) , then moved to South Carolina, still had the tickets.. Booked a flight, Flew back to AZ to see them live. No regrets.
Thank you very much for this Wardruna analysis. You really, i mean really should check TRØLLABUNDIN, Danish National Symphony Orchestra (Live DR Koncerthuset) with Einar Selvik and Eivør, and couple other interesting artists. It honours Wardrunas music, Assasins creed Valhalla game music, God of war game music, and Vikings tv series music. The whole set up is amazing with Einars and Eivørs Viking thrones. ...and, if i have to suggest one perform, its absolutely that TRØLLABUNDIN with Eivør. Cheers from Finland ;)
I love Wardruna and I love Faun. So I was beyond excited when they collaborated on two fantastic songs, “Galdra” and “Odin”. Highly recommended for all fans of enchanting pagan folk music.
I was lucky enough to see Einar performing Odin on a Faun tour back in about 2020? Such a magical experience. Elizabeth heard Galdra on Beat Saber by my request.
We are seeing Wardruna at Red Rocks in October. I have seen them once in a small venue in Phoenix and it was life-changing. I cannot imagine what seeing them in that setting will be.
You really should revisit Eivør, who did a performance of ‘Helvegen’ with Wardruna. Her performance of ‘Falling Free (Live at the Old Theatre in Torshavn)’ is one of the great live performances from one of the best female vocalists.
I was at Red Rocks a few years back watching them perform. Saw them again live in Phoenix. I'm going back to Red Rocks again October 3rd. Their live performances are incredible!!
I've been quietly watching your channel for quite some time. You are really talented and your channel is a gift. And with Wardruna, I've discovered another gem thanks to you, even though I've been really into music for a couple of decades now. I fell down the rabbit hole of Nordic folk music, just like I fell down the rabbit hole of Ren, also thanks to you. I feel I have to thank you now (actually for quite some time) and also, but definitely not only, for your musical content. It's so important, no matter where you live or what language you speak, to talk about mental illness and therapy, and not 'just' people who suffer or therapists, but in general. Because everyone has a psyche and every psyche can become ill. And yet the whole subject is still not discussed as it should be. I'm from Germany (and part of me is 'from' Highgarden) and here in Germany I get easier and better treatment for back pain than for depression, for example. Back pain can also be a symptom of depression, but as it affects the whole body, it is probably just one symptom and not the actual illness that is being treated. And music, as you said, is so important for mental health and treating not just an already damaged psyche, but the psyche in general. It's best to start with musical education as early as possible and also as part of building resilience, and music (lessons) should be included in every kindergarden and every school. Music is a powerful tool and coping skill and in general to stay healthy. (Ren knows.) It is so important that people with a wide (global) reach talk about the whole issue because the more people talk about it and the more known these people are, like Ren, like you, the less it can be suppressed. Thank you so much for your words! On a more personal note, I would love it if you could respond to German acts as well, because there is also a huge rabbit hole of great singers and bands like Herbert Grönemeyer (try "Der Weg" in a live version for example), AnnenMayKantereit (AMK) (I think you might just love them, try their covers like "Tom's Dinner" or "Roxanne"), Nena ("99 Luftballons"), Mine ("Schminke") or Reinhard Mey ("Nein, meine Söhne geb' ich nicht."). Stay strong!
As a practicing Heathen/Nose Pagan in Northern Europe myself, i think i can say on behalf of the community in my area (my friends some of which know Einar and Lindy-fay personally) that Einar and Wardruna are very special to us, there music and as people. i along with a large group from the community will be seeing Wardruna together next year, it will be my second time seeing them, i saw them in 2022 and it was a very powerful and spiritual experience. you should defiantly get to a show the energy is something else.
You will not be disappointed. They are incredible to experience in person, and they sound amazing. If you're lucky, Einar will perform some of his affection for Norse poetry. He closed the show with an old Norse poem that he performed solo. It was simply an incredible life experience to be part of that.
Thank you so much for bringing us this immersive experience! I never would have come across this type of music on my own. I found your comments regarding the importance of music therapy, as well as the physical & mental health benefits, so fascinating! 😊
After releasing live version of Anoana a few months ago, Heilung has just released life version of Traust - I highly, highly recommend both to them! Life version of Anoana might be especially interesting from the vocal perspective (incredible range and variety of vocal techniques used). I would love to see your reaction to it!
Ms. Charismatic! I would like to introduce you to something magical. I hope you cover this band someday.. Porcupine Tree. They have a wide range of style. I would recommend listening to the songs "Navigator", which is an instrumental one, and "Arriving Somewhere But Not Here", which displays their vocal and musical talent. Don't let the name of the band fool you.. I know you would appreciate the beauty and majesty that is their music.
We all know about getting goose bumps when listening to music, but this was a first for me as I had goose bumps on and in every fiber of me. I honestly thought I felt my heart get a goose bump.
This washing of the body and soul that you said is exactly the feeling I got when I watched them live, here in Athens last year. That is a core memory right there for a lack of better words to describe it!!
You know, Elizabeth, when I was a kid, around 8 years old, I was given the gift of music. Now, at 56, I still have it and as you have spoken of, it's vital to life. It's one of the things that keeps me alive............
It would be very difficult to rank them, but seeing Wardruna, Heilung, and Skald live was each an incredible experience that fans truly should search for. I was brought to tears a couple times. I am really considering going to Red Rocks to see Wardruna again, this year. Just need the logistics to work out.
I’m half Finish and don’t understand a word, but the feeling and emotion is so visceral. Thanks for presenting this to us. BTW, there is no rule that minimalism must lack layers and density. This is a full representation of that principle.
I had the immense privilige to see them live when they were preforming in the Czech Republic and I gotta be honest, I don't remember much of it, cause I was just in total trance but the feeling afterwards, the feeling that your spirit has a burden lifted and you are just free to explore the universe.... It's hard to put into words but if you get an opportunity to see them in live, you must seize it. You will feel somethin you might not have ever felt before.
I saw them live in 2022 and it was an epic experience being “washed” with their music as you reference here- I highly, highly recommend the live experience- I was lucky enough to snag tickets to their upcoming Red Ricks performance and I feel that will definitely add to the primal experience
Wow.... just WOW. This was so beautiful. I don't know if it was because of my Celtic and Scandinavian roots but I felt that. ❤ I totally agree about music bring brought back into schools. Music is so important. It's such a big part of my life. It was a great source of comfort and therapy when I was a teenager and still is. Being able to express those feelings through music is a wonderful thing and it's so important.
I’ve learned so much about music from you. I’ve always loved music but now I really appreciate so much more about it. Please do an analysis of Dave Matthews. I know there is a lot of reaction videos for bartender but for good reason also his NPR tiny desk concert is pretty amazing as well.
Got to see them in concert last time they came to the US and the entire show had me in a trance. Feeling the vibrations in my body was absolutely a healing experience.
I wrote "Wardruna!" on the back of my notebook forever ago, had no idea why or what it even meant but this must've been it! Recently attempted writing in other languages using translate but it feels very bizarre trying to sing something you can't quite understand 1:1 as you do it... also was extremely difficult to do in general because you have no idea what the hell it's going to translate into (different syllable count, rhyming is just out-of-the-question). Loving these incredibly thorough analysis vids, hearing ONE word can unlock an entirely new method I had no idea was even possible. So I just really wanted to say yall've honestly made the happiest boy on this marble! I'll never forget the moment that crackley static "broke loose" (pretty sure it's actually bubble size & saturation) and my foot was in the door! Thank you × infinity for helping make the guitar my second instrument... guess a little inspiration really does go a long way. Happy jams and packed seats to yall
Not only does listening to good music help with mental health, recovery, etc, but as a singer (and I'm sure you've noticed it) but singing properly just makes you feel invigorated, especially with a spiritual based song, like this, or Helvegen, or Naudir, it makes you feel powerful
I was lucky to see them live last September in Herodes Atticus ancient theatre in Athens. It was beyond my expectations. It was like Odin and all Norse gods came to meet Zeus and the Olympians. Otherworldly, spiritual, mesmerizing, life altering experience! I will never forget this concert.
Probably way too late in this comment section for this to get any notice, but I would love to see you react to another wonderful Norwegian but also Sámi artist Mari Boine. Her music is deeply rooted in her Sámi background and her vocal work is an experience to behold the song, Goaskinviellja / Eagle Brother (Oslo Opera House, 2009) is a very good representation of this.
I had the honor to experience these emotions at a live concert in Poland Kielce. They are amazing and I recommend them to everyone if they have the opportunity to go to a live concert! Regards!
Just do it. Go and see them. I think iheard them first time live in 2013. On a vikingfestival in Bergen, Norway i was there and selling drums. Wardruna should be on stage that evening. I was putting up my tent and tables. And on the soundcheck just 10 meters from me. Helvegen. My father had past away just earlier and lot´s going on in my life. I just found myself in fosterposition under the table, crying. And soooo needed.
I love Wardruna's music, it reaches into your soul. I read somewhere that those of us who get goose bumps or react strongly to music have brains that are wired different than folks who don't or folks who dont like music. The heavy breathy singing sounds like throat singing (Katajjaq to our Inuit people in Canada)
What a nice reaction and some cool infos. You seem to like this genre very much. I lately found a Co-operation from two smaller bands, “Gealdýr” and “A tergo lupi”, the Song is called “Inn Riki”, which is really beautiful as well, their solo projects are also worth looking into. Hope you have a nice day. Stan
My daugjter and i have the honour of seeing them at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison Colorado this Oktober 3rd. To hear them live will be a spiritual experience for me.❤
I remember I think you doing a reaction to Aurora opening a Song for Warduna some time ago, Aurora has been busy, and she is Everywhere now, Netflix, Movies, A Bunch of video game titles, she is on a 49 City 22+ Country Tour and a new Album releases on the 7th of June next month, I will be seeing her in In Concert November in Cali. Been listening to her 10 years now, she will be 28 on June 15th.
I watched Wardruna live in Cambridge a couple of years back, they were truly stunning to experience, emotional, moving, something primal almost, like your ancestors had joined you for that 2 hours. Unbelievably beautiful music.
When listening to this, the beat of the heart in the song, you can actually feel it in your chest if you listen very clearly and closely when you quiet your mind. ❤
🎉 happy birthday to Mycroft!! it goes so fast!! it may be his birthday, but it's your birthING day. 😊 congratulations!! here's to many more for all 3 of you!! 🎂 sending love to everyone reading this, from Baton Rouge!! (where my "baby" boy just turned 27. 😅
Don't know why. But this fantastic song made me think of two songs that would fit this channel perfectly: 1. Ghost in the Shell OST 2. Dead Can Dance - The Host of Seraphim
I think the reason why bands like Wardruna, Heilung, Skald, or Danheim are so successful is that they all have something in common. Their voices, their rhythms and the whole atmosphere in their music awakens something in all of us that is dormant or even suppressed most of the time. (as TCV described it beautifully.) It shows us that we all have one and the same roots. It shows that we really are an inseparable part of the nature of this world, no matter how much we try to wall ourselves off in cities and no matter how much we try to be civilized. This music is healing for us, because it is tackling exactly where healing can work best. ...at our roots!
No offense but their music is not healing, their music is pure worship of the devil. Dont get me wrong i like wardruna but in reality any worship of spiritual apart from God comes from the devil. I do understand its tradition but the point is its pagan worship. Bless you all.
@@peteredelman2155 What you are saying corresponds to what the Bible teaches. The Bible, on the other hand, came much, much later than what I was talking about. Our roots lie in Mother Earth and not in one of the three major abrahamic Worldreligions, all of which emerged from a time of war.
It's interesting to know that Wardruna was born from the Black Metal scene. The band was started by Einar and Gaahl of Gorgoroth. Einar(the vocalist) was the drummer for Gorgoroth from 2000-2004. Gaahl was one of Gorgoroth's vocalist and was featured on the first 2 Wardruna albums. Einar played drums on Gorgoroth's infamous live concert Krakow.
Nytt Land from Siberia are in the same genre and league as Wardruna and Heilung. Because of their origin, they are probably not as well known as the other two, but they definitely are on the level.
@@victorkreig6089 sure, they have different styles of live performance. But if you just listen to the music, that doesn't matter. Musically, they're on the same level and definitely in the same genre.
@@TheCharismaticVoiceI have heard from a UA-camr that the best way to explain Nytt land is Heilung but colder. Nytt land is from Siberia. Nytt land is such a fascinating band musically as Heilung in my opinion. Give the song Ritual by Nytt Land a review. You won’t be disappointed.
Definitely inspired by lots of my favorite bands from the 90's. Hedningarna, Garmarna, Folk och Rackare and Poeta Magica just to name a few. Folk rock rules.
I have a band for you to explore with a really unique lead voice. The Tragically Hip is like the most Canadian band ever and the lead singer Gord had such an emotional yet controlled voice. Id looooooove to see you react to Grace, too. Just gives you major chills! Love from Canada ❤️
Come to Poland and join us in some of our historical reanactment event, You have guarantee of music circle with campfire and amazing folk band "Daj Ognia" (friends of mine) which have this bit spiritual vibe too.
The Guess Who - Pain Train (Live at the Paramount) it foreshadows something that happened nearly 3 decades later in music. burton cummings is an incredible singer. K.D. Lang sings Leonard Cohen's Hallelujah leonard's favourite version and a well deserved standing ovation performance.
Give Kvitravn a try. it's another really good one from their last album. We also need a Wardruna/Heilung collaboration. That would be out of this world awesome.
hearing Wardruna live was the most spiritual experience I have ever had.
That would be like me hearing Heilung live for the first time.
Agreed 100 percent. I am a complete atheist, but I felt like seeing Wardruna live and feeling their music at that volume actually resonating my body tapped into something either Primal or ancestral that was buried deep inside me and I had never felt before
it was for me too!
You should experience heilung live. He is a shaman and their performances are rituals.
@@TheCharismaticVoice and hearing eivor live for the first time.
This song is not only heard, but really felt on a spiritual level, and I'm so glad that Elizabeth talks about the importance of music in schools and therapy!
I really agree with that sentiment, and YES. Music in schools is so freaking important, it's killing me there's less of a focus these days. I intend to see what change I can make. Stay tuned!
@@TheCharismaticVoice Almost on the same topic but I think you'd appreciate reacting to Bogdan Ioen singing Michael Jackson's Earth song. Probably the closest to the real deal I've ever seen.
You simply must see them live. It is life changing.
I'm thinking of coming to Red Rock this year!
@@TheCharismaticVoice If you do, it would be lovely to meet you! 💜
I am so excited to see them in 1,5 weeks! I've been wanting to go to a concert of theis for YEARS and almost can't believe it's finally happening!!
Wardruna, Heilung, Skald, each band in this genre are very skilled and make brilliant music.
However, since they try to incorporate some traditional instruments and rhythms into their music, the audience gets the wrong idea that this is genuinely what traditional tribal music was like in times long past.
These bands have explained that they are simply inspired by old and ancient cultures, but aren't trying to be accurate and authentic to the history.
A lot of people don't know this and get the wrong idea still, so imma just leave this here.
Thank you Elizabeth for yet another brilliant analysis of skilled musicians.
Indeed. They do make fantastic music and indeed do convey the feeling of something old, something spiritual and so on. But that feeling mostly comes from hollywood and pop culture, people have an expectation of what people during that time looked like and sounded like even though it may be way of the mark what the reality was. Like the idea that everybody was dirty and if they were not wearing biker leathers them they were wearing animal pelts. Which is all wrong. Objectively Wardrunas and Heilungs music has very little to do with REAL dark age and medieval european folk music but instead is a mishmash of influences from native american shamanism to tibetian throat singing. It is a combo that works though, big time.
@@MaaZeus I'm not saying they are making true authentic ancient music but referencing tibetan throat singing doesn't make any sense. what about Eivor throat singing teached her by and old woman in the Faroe Islands? do you really think they would think about Tibetan music when they try to recreate or at least reference their old musical tradition?
@@MaaZeus Excuse me? Tibetan throat singing? Throat singing has been a tradition in Scandinavia since the bronze age. To the point where they outright are indistinguishable from Mongolian throat singing in terms of quality. And no Einar straight up made the first 2 albums to heavily resemble scaldic music from previous eras, unlike Heilung who are just outright performance art, it wasn't until the third album that he started experimenting more and getting more grandiose both in scope and in his fusion of modern musical concepts.
@@victorkreig6089 I would like to see a proof of your claim. Because all we have now are what the Arab Al-Tartushi wrote and we have no real idea what he was talking about, was he talking about throat singing, just generally harsh vocals metal style (which is not throat singing) or was he just generally insulting the Norse people and their singing.
@@MaaZeusyou do realise that these guys are historians from the region right?
I will believe them over you, some unknown name on UA-cam.
What makes you the leading authority on this?
They have access to historical sources,do you? Probably not.
So what makes you think you know better?
Typical UA-cam expert.
I really love the music that Wardruna makes, I once saw them live at a festival, they had a really late time slot and I was so tired, that I almost did not go to see them, but in the end I still went and it was such an amazing experience. I had my eyes closed fot almost the entire show and just took the music in, felt it in every part of my body. Hope I can see them some time again
Every Warduna song is a journey, I listen to them over and over again and I never get tired of them.
Not only is Einar a practitioner of Nordic spirituality (sometimes known as heathenry), but Lindy-Fay is a practitioner of seiðr, an Old Norse form of divination and trance work. I'm a student of such traditions myself, and I was pleasantly surprised to read in one of my books that she teaches galdr (spell-singing). If you're not familiar, that requires a lot of lung power because the objective is to be very loud!
Im glad to see you still reacting to wardruna. We are blessed to have Einar on this planet with us. Music is true magic. Sound that can bring apon physical changes and reactions in the body and soul.
I would highly recommend coming to Denver on Oct 3rd, 2024. Wardruna will be playing at Red Rocks which is quite possibly the best concert location for their music. My wife and I saw them there a couple years ago and the concert was magical.
Wardruna and the 2014 Shpongle live band show at Red Rocks (different shows though a collab would be amazing) were straight up occult rituals, not shows 😂
Wardruna is a real spiritual journey, an exceptional experience. I love their performance and music and I hope I can be once in their concert... It's on my bucketlist. Grettings from Hungary!
Had been too long since I listened to Wardruna. Really enjoyed this new song. More people need to give this music a listen, as I am sure many would enjoy it.
I agree totally, Andy!
@@TheCharismaticVoice and more eivor, please!
I work in psychiatry for adolescents and children in Scandinavia. We use music therapy as one of our " best" and most efficient clinical treatments for many psychiatric disorders but especially for selective mutism. Music really is healing in many ways. 😊
That’s awesome!
i'm seeing them live in january and i'm so so so excited, i never thought i would have the opportunity to see this music that has changed and molded my life since 2009 but they are coming to my little country and i'm SO THANKFUL. love your reactions and appreciation for wardruna! it makes me feel like i'm rediscovering them all over again whenever i watch a new reaction :D
It's a real shame this only has 40k views after 3 months. People are really missing out, simply because they won't open their ears to anything beyond popular and big name artists.
Love Wardruna! Already bought my tickets to the First ever concert here in Sao Paulo Brasil ( october 12).
I got to see them in Mesa, Az probably 2 years ago... Amazing show... I had tickets for 3 years waiting to see them (covid delay) , then moved to South Carolina, still had the tickets.. Booked a flight, Flew back to AZ to see them live. No regrets.
Thank you very much for this Wardruna analysis. You really, i mean really should check TRØLLABUNDIN, Danish National Symphony Orchestra (Live DR Koncerthuset) with Einar Selvik and Eivør, and couple other interesting artists. It honours Wardrunas music, Assasins creed Valhalla game music, God of war game music, and Vikings tv series music. The whole set up is amazing with Einars and Eivørs Viking thrones. ...and, if i have to suggest one perform, its absolutely that TRØLLABUNDIN with Eivør. Cheers from Finland ;)
I love Wardruna and I love Faun. So I was beyond excited when they collaborated on two fantastic songs, “Galdra” and “Odin”. Highly recommended for all fans of enchanting pagan folk music.
Love Faun! They're touring in the US this summer/fall and I'm sooooo excited! I never thought I'd get a chance to see them
I was lucky enough to see Einar performing Odin on a Faun tour back in about 2020? Such a magical experience.
Elizabeth heard Galdra on Beat Saber by my request.
@@Audifan8595 That is great. I'm sure you will enjoy it!
@@Andy_from_de Ha, cool. Hope there is a recording of this.
@@ElenaW3585 yes, but it's on Patreon
We are seeing Wardruna at Red Rocks in October. I have seen them once in a small venue in Phoenix and it was life-changing. I cannot imagine what seeing them in that setting will be.
I just recently saw Heilung there, it was raining lightly, and was absolutely incredible. Should be an amazing show
I'm considering being there!
Hearing him live was the best. His voice is intense and full of emotions. when he starts singing he hits your heart and soul.
You really should revisit Eivør, who did a performance of ‘Helvegen’ with Wardruna. Her performance of ‘Falling Free (Live at the Old Theatre in Torshavn)’ is one of the great live performances from one of the best female vocalists.
Viking Style, Pictures, Voices, Sound... perfect for an Elizabeth Reaction! #letssailtoit
Wardruna was absolutely amazing live. They came to Calgary last year and it was definitely one of my all time favourite performances.
Bucket list wish is to experience this amazing band live!!!
I was at Red Rocks a few years back watching them perform. Saw them again live in Phoenix. I'm going back to Red Rocks again October 3rd. Their live performances are incredible!!
Loved this video from the get-go. Enjoyed your comment and analysis. Thank you.
I've been quietly watching your channel for quite some time. You are really talented and your channel is a gift. And with Wardruna, I've discovered another gem thanks to you, even though I've been really into music for a couple of decades now. I fell down the rabbit hole of Nordic folk music, just like I fell down the rabbit hole of Ren, also thanks to you.
I feel I have to thank you now (actually for quite some time) and also, but definitely not only, for your musical content.
It's so important, no matter where you live or what language you speak, to talk about mental illness and therapy, and not 'just' people who suffer or therapists, but in general. Because everyone has a psyche and every psyche can become ill. And yet the whole subject is still not discussed as it should be. I'm from Germany (and part of me is 'from' Highgarden) and here in Germany I get easier and better treatment for back pain than for depression, for example. Back pain can also be a symptom of depression, but as it affects the whole body, it is probably just one symptom and not the actual illness that is being treated. And music, as you said, is so important for mental health and treating not just an already damaged psyche, but the psyche in general. It's best to start with musical education as early as possible and also as part of building resilience, and music (lessons) should be included in every kindergarden and every school. Music is a powerful tool and coping skill and in general to stay healthy. (Ren knows.) It is so important that people with a wide (global) reach talk about the whole issue because the more people talk about it and the more known these people are, like Ren, like you, the less it can be suppressed. Thank you so much for your words!
On a more personal note, I would love it if you could respond to German acts as well, because there is also a huge rabbit hole of great singers and bands like Herbert Grönemeyer (try "Der Weg" in a live version for example), AnnenMayKantereit (AMK) (I think you might just love them, try their covers like "Tom's Dinner" or "Roxanne"), Nena ("99 Luftballons"), Mine ("Schminke") or Reinhard Mey ("Nein, meine Söhne geb' ich nicht.").
Stay strong!
As a practicing Heathen/Nose Pagan in Northern Europe myself, i think i can say on behalf of the community in my area (my friends some of which know Einar and Lindy-fay personally) that Einar and Wardruna are very special to us, there music and as people. i along with a large group from the community will be seeing Wardruna together next year, it will be my second time seeing them, i saw them in 2022 and it was a very powerful and spiritual experience. you should defiantly get to a show the energy is something else.
SO HAPPY they are coming to the UK next year and I have tickets. Can't wait.
You will not be disappointed. They are incredible to experience in person, and they sound amazing. If you're lucky, Einar will perform some of his affection for Norse poetry. He closed the show with an old Norse poem that he performed solo. It was simply an incredible life experience to be part of that.
Greetings from Norway, loved this =)
Thank you so much for bringing us this immersive experience! I never would have come across this type of music on my own.
I found your comments regarding the importance of music therapy, as well as the physical & mental health benefits, so fascinating! 😊
He does a great live version of Odin with the band faun what a powerful voice the song makes me want to throw axes
I got to see Einar performing this at a Faun concert a few years ago!
After releasing live version of Anoana a few months ago, Heilung has just released life version of Traust - I highly, highly recommend both to them! Life version of Anoana might be especially interesting from the vocal perspective (incredible range and variety of vocal techniques used). I would love to see your reaction to it!
Wardruna is so spiritual. An experience.
Thank you for sharing this. I really enjoyed it.
Great reaction,wardruna are one of my favourites and one of the only groups that can make me cry,Im hoping to see them live one day
Ms. Charismatic! I would like to introduce you to something magical. I hope you cover this band someday.. Porcupine Tree. They have a wide range of style. I would recommend listening to the songs "Navigator", which is an instrumental one, and "Arriving Somewhere But Not Here", which displays their vocal and musical talent. Don't let the name of the band fool you.. I know you would appreciate the beauty and majesty that is their music.
I saw Wardruna perform live at the castle in our town last year. I freaking loved it! They promised to come again.
A new band for me to listen to and it has Old Norse Chanting? Awesome, I sure hope you left the subtitles on for this one
There's definitely something hypnogogic about Wardruna
We all know about getting goose bumps when listening to music, but this was a first for me as I had goose bumps on and in every fiber of me. I honestly thought I felt my heart get a goose bump.
This is incredible stuff love the drums all the sounds rhythmic patterns it just works
Creates a mood for sure the video is great too
This washing of the body and soul that you said is exactly the feeling I got when I watched them live, here in Athens last year. That is a core memory right there for a lack of better words to describe it!!
I absolutely love this song, I listen to it almost every day (especially during my break at work, helps a lot)
You know, Elizabeth, when I was a kid, around 8 years old, I was given the gift of music.
Now, at 56, I still have it and as you have spoken of, it's vital to life.
It's one of the things that keeps me alive............
Love them! So great to see her experiencing
I saw them live last year - it was amazing! Wardruna also likes to play in interesting places... Great artists.
For a band that is not well known but has a great male/ female lead vocalists check out Visions of Atlantis - When Pirates Return (Official Live)
Good Song, I may actually prefer the male vocals on this
@@user-scott-pearce I' like Michele Guaitoli vocals (male vocalist) but absolutely love Clementine's vocals.
She needs to react to M83 - midnight city. The sax part ❤️
It would be very difficult to rank them, but seeing Wardruna, Heilung, and Skald live was each an incredible experience that fans truly should search for. I was brought to tears a couple times. I am really considering going to Red Rocks to see Wardruna again, this year. Just need the logistics to work out.
I have seen all three of those bands and can confirm.
I’m half Finish and don’t understand a word, but the feeling and emotion is so visceral. Thanks for presenting this to us.
BTW, there is no rule that minimalism must lack layers and density. This is a full representation of that principle.
I had the immense privilige to see them live when they were preforming in the Czech Republic and I gotta be honest, I don't remember much of it, cause I was just in total trance but the feeling afterwards, the feeling that your spirit has a burden lifted and you are just free to explore the universe.... It's hard to put into words but if you get an opportunity to see them in live, you must seize it. You will feel somethin you might not have ever felt before.
I saw them live in 2022 and it was an epic experience being “washed” with their music as you reference here- I highly, highly recommend the live experience- I was lucky enough to snag tickets to their upcoming Red Ricks performance and I feel that will definitely add to the primal experience
Wow.... just WOW. This was so beautiful. I don't know if it was because of my Celtic and Scandinavian roots but I felt that. ❤
I totally agree about music bring brought back into schools. Music is so important. It's such a big part of my life. It was a great source of comfort and therapy when I was a teenager and still is. Being able to express those feelings through music is a wonderful thing and it's so important.
I’ve learned so much about music from you. I’ve always loved music but now I really appreciate so much more about it. Please do an analysis of Dave Matthews. I know there is a lot of reaction videos for bartender but for good reason also his NPR tiny desk concert is pretty amazing as well.
Got to see them in concert last time they came to the US and the entire show had me in a trance. Feeling the vibrations in my body was absolutely a healing experience.
They'll be at Red Rocks this year. Hope you get to see them live!
I'm considering making the trip!
Wardruna really is something special. Be sure to check them out live if you have the chance.
I wrote "Wardruna!" on the back of my notebook forever ago, had no idea why or what it even meant but this must've been it! Recently attempted writing in other languages using translate but it feels very bizarre trying to sing something you can't quite understand 1:1 as you do it... also was extremely difficult to do in general because you have no idea what the hell it's going to translate into (different syllable count, rhyming is just out-of-the-question).
Loving these incredibly thorough analysis vids, hearing ONE word can unlock an entirely new method I had no idea was even possible. So I just really wanted to say yall've honestly made the happiest boy on this marble! I'll never forget the moment that crackley static "broke loose" (pretty sure it's actually bubble size & saturation) and my foot was in the door! Thank you × infinity for helping make the guitar my second instrument... guess a little inspiration really does go a long way.
Happy jams and packed seats to yall
Saw them in Oakland, Ca. a couple of years ago. I had "the tingles" throughout.
I wish I could hear his voice more, it is my only complaint because his voice is fantastic.
Not only does listening to good music help with mental health, recovery, etc, but as a singer (and I'm sure you've noticed it) but singing properly just makes you feel invigorated, especially with a spiritual based song, like this, or Helvegen, or Naudir, it makes you feel powerful
I was lucky to see them live last September in Herodes Atticus ancient theatre in Athens. It was beyond my expectations. It was like Odin and all Norse gods came to meet Zeus and the Olympians. Otherworldly, spiritual, mesmerizing, life altering experience! I will never forget this concert.
Probably way too late in this comment section for this to get any notice, but I would love to see you react to another wonderful Norwegian but also Sámi artist Mari Boine. Her music is deeply rooted in her Sámi background and her vocal work is an experience to behold the song, Goaskinviellja / Eagle Brother (Oslo Opera House, 2009) is a very good representation of this.
I had the honor to experience these emotions at a live concert in Poland Kielce. They are amazing and I recommend them to everyone if they have the opportunity to go to a live concert! Regards!
Just do it. Go and see them. I think iheard them first time live in 2013. On a vikingfestival in Bergen, Norway i was there and selling drums. Wardruna should be on stage that evening. I was putting up my tent and tables. And on the soundcheck just 10 meters from me. Helvegen. My father had past away just earlier and lot´s going on in my life. I just found myself in fosterposition under the table, crying. And soooo needed.
I love Wardruna's music, it reaches into your soul. I read somewhere that those of us who get goose bumps or react strongly to music have brains that are wired different than folks who don't or folks who dont like music.
The heavy breathy singing sounds like throat singing (Katajjaq to our Inuit people in Canada)
This definitely sounds very tribal....I loved it. Excellent reaction and analysis.
Just got tickets to see these next year in York! Can't wait
My niece is studying Music Therapy at the local University. It’s great.
Wardruna are also great. Enjoyed this one from them.
What a nice reaction and some cool infos.
You seem to like this genre very much.
I lately found a Co-operation from two smaller bands, “Gealdýr” and “A tergo lupi”, the Song is called “Inn Riki”, which is really beautiful as well, their solo projects are also worth looking into.
Hope you have a nice day.
Stan
Passionate Voices ... Simple Aged Machinery ... Melded together, they have a Calling to them. . Peace Thru Music
What can I say, I already have my tickets for Wardruna in Mexico City, I have enjoyed their music for over a decade, and I'm waiting to see them Live
My favourite ginger ❤I have tickets for them in Perth Australia in a small outdoor Auditorium I can’t wait 😊
My daugjter and i have the honour of seeing them at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison Colorado this Oktober 3rd.
To hear them live will be a spiritual experience for me.❤
I remember I think you doing a reaction to Aurora opening a Song for Warduna some time ago, Aurora has been busy, and she is Everywhere now, Netflix, Movies, A Bunch of video game titles, she is on a 49 City 22+ Country Tour and a new Album releases on the 7th of June next month, I will be seeing her in In Concert November in Cali.
Been listening to her 10 years now, she will be 28 on June 15th.
I watched Wardruna live in Cambridge a couple of years back, they were truly stunning to experience, emotional, moving, something primal almost, like your ancestors had joined you for that 2 hours.
Unbelievably beautiful music.
When listening to this, the beat of the heart in the song, you can actually feel it in your chest if you listen very clearly and closely when you quiet your mind. ❤
🎉 happy birthday to Mycroft!! it goes so fast!! it may be his birthday, but it's your birthING day. 😊 congratulations!! here's to many more for all 3 of you!! 🎂 sending love to everyone reading this, from Baton Rouge!! (where my "baby" boy just turned 27. 😅
Kirk made a huge, delicious meal for all of us, and celebrated not only Mycroft's birthday, but me as well. He's just so freaking perfect!
Don't know why. But this fantastic song made me think of two songs that would fit this channel perfectly:
1. Ghost in the Shell OST
2. Dead Can Dance - The Host of Seraphim
That is an absolutely enthralling and bewitching song
I think the reason why bands like Wardruna, Heilung, Skald, or Danheim are so successful is that they all have something in common. Their voices, their rhythms and the whole atmosphere in their music awakens something in all of us that is dormant or even suppressed most of the time. (as TCV described it beautifully.) It shows us that we all have one and the same roots. It shows that we really are an inseparable part of the nature of this world, no matter how much we try to wall ourselves off in cities and no matter how much we try to be civilized. This music is healing for us, because it is tackling exactly where healing can work best. ...at our roots!
No offense but their music is not healing, their music is pure worship of the devil. Dont get me wrong i like wardruna but in reality any worship of spiritual apart from God comes from the devil. I do understand its tradition but the point is its pagan worship. Bless you all.
@@peteredelman2155 What you are saying corresponds to what the Bible teaches.
The Bible, on the other hand, came much, much later than what I was talking about.
Our roots lie in Mother Earth and not in one of the three major abrahamic Worldreligions, all of which emerged from a time of war.
@@Bathord906 we are free to choose whatever we like...
@@peteredelman2155 ...choose what you want, Pray all you want, you will always be a heathen.
It's interesting to know that Wardruna was born from the Black Metal scene. The band was started by Einar and Gaahl of Gorgoroth. Einar(the vocalist) was the drummer for Gorgoroth from 2000-2004. Gaahl was one of Gorgoroth's vocalist and was featured on the first 2 Wardruna albums. Einar played drums on Gorgoroth's infamous live concert Krakow.
Nytt Land from Siberia are in the same genre and league as Wardruna and Heilung. Because of their origin, they are probably not as well known as the other two, but they definitely are on the level.
I've heard a lot about Nytt Land from. . . you!
@@TheCharismaticVoice And you know that I know what I am talking about! 😁
I would not put Heilung anywhere near Wardruna, they are performance art whereas Einar's music is purely about the music instead of playing dress up
@@victorkreig6089 sure, they have different styles of live performance. But if you just listen to the music, that doesn't matter. Musically, they're on the same level and definitely in the same genre.
@@TheCharismaticVoiceI have heard from a UA-camr that the best way to explain Nytt land is Heilung but colder. Nytt land is from Siberia. Nytt land is such a fascinating band musically as Heilung in my opinion. Give the song Ritual by Nytt Land a review. You won’t be disappointed.
with that songs name instant flashbacks to "malazan book of the fallen"... all the feels.... in other news: loving this song/vid :)
Definitely inspired by lots of my favorite bands from the 90's.
Hedningarna, Garmarna, Folk och Rackare and Poeta Magica just to name a few.
Folk rock rules.
I have a band for you to explore with a really unique lead voice. The Tragically Hip is like the most Canadian band ever and the lead singer Gord had such an emotional yet controlled voice. Id looooooove to see you react to Grace, too. Just gives you major chills! Love from Canada ❤️
Wardruna is one of those bands where without lyric context, you'll still have an immersive experience, but with lyric context it's SOOO much deeper
I've never heard of these guys , but the description is enticing.
I'm also curious about all of those instruments!
They became famous when some of their songs were used in the soundtrack of Vikings TV show
I absolutely love Wardruna. such a different group than Einar's other group. its amazing to see him grow into the artist he is!
Thanks. This is on my play list now
Come to Poland and join us in some of our historical reanactment event, You have guarantee of music circle with campfire and amazing folk band "Daj Ognia" (friends of mine) which have this bit spiritual vibe too.
The Guess Who - Pain Train (Live at the Paramount)
it foreshadows something that happened nearly 3 decades later in music. burton cummings is an incredible singer.
K.D. Lang sings Leonard Cohen's Hallelujah
leonard's favourite version and a well deserved standing ovation performance.
Give Kvitravn a try. it's another really good one from their last album. We also need a Wardruna/Heilung collaboration. That would be out of this world awesome.
I had just watched Wardruna and Aurora live, WOW!!!!!!! Then this popped up.
That was such an amazing performance too!
Wardruna is coming back to Red Rocks in October. I got to see them the first time they came and it was amazing.
Oh yeah, with Chelsea Wolfe opening for them
Absolutely love this song!
Wardruna and Munknorr as well. Something about these ancient sounds. Really is hypnotic.
Add Danheim, Heldom, Eolya, SKALD, Vigundr and A Tergo Lupi as well. The genre is stacked with insanely good artists.
I like to listen to Wardruna when I need spiritual upliftment. This New song was added to that collection.
Cool reaction as always. I can also highly recommend the songs "Kvitravn (Official Video)" and "Solringen" by Wardruna. Absolutely stunning.
how we lucky like we can listen to this greatness for free !!