A very King Crimson influenced band, moving in quite different directions now. You should check their previous album, Cavalcade, because everyone loves ascending fourths.
‘february 31st’ is a reference to how the band trolled their fans by saying they would release new music on february 31st and many people fell for it (i think)
You followed the story of the album pretty well, the whole album is Satan going down a list of people he’s going to send to hell, each song describing how and why. I love the irony of The Defence because it’s such a beautiful song about a Christian pimp feeling so empowered in the fact that he is justified in his acts since he himself isn’t doing the dirty work. All of this extravagant imagery with the strings and horns making him feel such bliss as he doesn’t realize that his girls aren’t going to hell, he is.
I think you'd really dig Cavalcade. It has the same intesity and unrest, but is a little more subdued in nature, featuring more whisper vocals, slow builds, and beutiful instrumenation
A band that was also pretty popular in the online music scene around a similar time and also had black in their name was Black Country, New Road. I would highly suggest checking out either of their albums. Starting from For the First Time is recommended though!
HELLO SMAGS THIS BAND BROKE UP RECENTLY BUT THE FRONT MAN "GEORDIE GREEP" HAS A NEW ALBUM COMING OUT ON OCT 4. IT IS A HIGHLY ANTICIPATED ALBUM. I WOULD SUGGEEST YOU CHECK IT OUT ONCE IT COMES OUT SINCE IT IS JAZZIER AND MORE ACCESSIBLE THAN BLACK MIDI. HAVE A NICE DAY
Review Squids, Bright Green Field! My absolute favorite newer band. They got a post punk kinda vibe, they remind me of XTC, Gang of Four and Talking Heads alot.
Agreed, Bright Green Field is a great album. Squid are cut from a similar cloth to Black Midi but more post punk. And then you go down that rabbit hole of PIL, Wire and Gang of Four. Metal Box, Chairs Missing and Entertainment! are all essential records.
I love your vids!!! If you liked this vibe I can recommend California by Mr. Bungle, classic weird metal record that goes through a lot of genres in one, very eclectic and raw like this record.
fuck yes You're very close on first listens to grasping the story behind some of the songs. All songs kind of paint a picture of someone condemned to hell and yes the captain in eat men eat is poisoning the miners and harvesting their stomachs to make Rennies Red Wine lmao. The thing about black midi, is on first listens it can seem like an overwhelming noise of edgy virtuosity - but IF they can manage to click properly, they click hard. There are lots of beautiful, lush serene moments throughout their albums (especially on Hellfire and Cavalcade) and their drummer is an absolute GOAT. Their song Marlene Dietrich is the song that made me like them, about a year after I first heard them and just thought it was whack I came to love Marlene Dietrich and now theyre one of my top artists for sure.
Great album. Great band. I prefer their previous album, "Cavalcade." You really should check out their classmates, Black Country, New Road's album "Ants from up There." I consider it to be the best album from 2022. It is amazing.
Watching you interpret his lyrics makes me believe you'd really enjoy a literary degree of some sort. Or just really getting into critical literary theory with UA-cam videos.
Unrelated suggestion but you might enjoy The Avalanches - since i left you, the album is completely made out of samples and its said to have 3000+ samples, it's considered a classic of the plunderphonics genre
The pace and taste of this channel is impressive. Always stoked to watch your content.
Thank You !
A very King Crimson influenced band, moving in quite different directions now. You should check their previous album, Cavalcade, because everyone loves ascending fourths.
Especially when Marcus does it (in the heart of the common man)
‘february 31st’ is a reference to how the band trolled their fans by saying they would release new music on february 31st and many people fell for it (i think)
You followed the story of the album pretty well, the whole album is Satan going down a list of people he’s going to send to hell, each song describing how and why. I love the irony of The Defence because it’s such a beautiful song about a Christian pimp feeling so empowered in the fact that he is justified in his acts since he himself isn’t doing the dirty work. All of this extravagant imagery with the strings and horns making him feel such bliss as he doesn’t realize that his girls aren’t going to hell, he is.
All of their albums are amazing and just as insane as this one
He could never breaaaaaaak meeeereeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee uuahsushdiejswisjisswsjdiejwisjwkjewiwjwisjeifjeidn
I think you'd really dig Cavalcade. It has the same intesity and unrest, but is a little more subdued in nature, featuring more whisper vocals, slow builds, and beutiful instrumenation
I'm loving the variety here. And the TASTE! *chefs kiss*
Highly recommend their other albums. They all have the chaotic nature but delve into different genres in different ways
A band that was also pretty popular in the online music scene around a similar time and also had black in their name was Black Country, New Road. I would highly suggest checking out either of their albums. Starting from For the First Time is recommended though!
HELLO SMAGS
THIS BAND BROKE UP RECENTLY BUT THE FRONT MAN "GEORDIE GREEP" HAS A NEW ALBUM COMING OUT ON OCT 4. IT IS A HIGHLY ANTICIPATED ALBUM. I WOULD SUGGEEST YOU CHECK IT OUT ONCE IT COMES OUT SINCE IT IS JAZZIER AND MORE ACCESSIBLE THAN BLACK MIDI. HAVE A NICE DAY
Your face when cam started screaming at the end of eat men eat is priceless 😂
This album is a modern masterpiece imo. These guys are such fantastic musicians.
the face he pulled when cam said the thing was golden
Yoooo, this is an album i was hoping you would cover! Havent seen all the video yet, but no matter the opinion im glad you are covering many bands
Mr Consistent back at it again
I’m really him 🤷♀️
Started this morning with your Homogenic reaction and finishing my day with your Hellfire reaction: in Smags we believe
Review Squids, Bright Green Field! My absolute favorite newer band. They got a post punk kinda vibe, they remind me of XTC, Gang of Four and Talking Heads alot.
Agreed, Bright Green Field is a great album. Squid are cut from a similar cloth to Black Midi but more post punk. And then you go down that rabbit hole of PIL, Wire and Gang of Four. Metal Box, Chairs Missing and Entertainment! are all essential records.
You’re sooooo underrated bro keep up the amazing content
Btw, they are a prog(now called art rock in today's terms)band and they are inspired by King Crimson and they also covered 21st century schizoid man!
it's time for Swans! To Be Kind would be amazing
Bro seemed so terrified when the captain started screaming lmao
Great video, great channel
Couple of amazing recent(ish) albums to add to your list- Nonagon Infinity and Polygondwanaland by King Gizzard and the Wizard Lizard.
Not related but you might like the Car Seat Headrest album ‘Twin Fantasy’. It is an indie classic
yessssssssssss
You should listen to Clube Da Esquina!
Good video btw 👍
Or Cosmogramma by Flying Lotus too 🌠
I love your vids!!! If you liked this vibe I can recommend California by Mr. Bungle, classic weird metal record that goes through a lot of genres in one, very eclectic and raw like this record.
THIS ALBUM GOES CRAZY
Listen to black... Yoooooooooooooooooo i love you man
Their music videos are amazing, so you can actually get what you want lol! Welcome to Hell has one of my favorite music videos of all time I think.
Imagine listening to this album on acid
fuck yeah this is what i been waiting for babeee
day 4 of begging for a depression cherry review (beach house). i will not rest smags
please do nujabes - modal soul. Its a great combination of hip hop and jazz
where did you get Freedy Fazbear from 27 Questions lmao??? Freddie Frost is the name in the song
I think “The Polar Express but in Hell” might be the best summary of this album ever.
Amazing album.
Suggesting
Yes - Relayer
Nine Inch Nails - Downward spiral
I recommend listening to The Sylvie & Babs Hi-Fi Companion by NWW. It'll really throw you for a loop
god i love this album
fuck yes
You're very close on first listens to grasping the story behind some of the songs. All songs kind of paint a picture of someone condemned to hell and yes the captain in eat men eat is poisoning the miners and harvesting their stomachs to make Rennies Red Wine lmao.
The thing about black midi, is on first listens it can seem like an overwhelming noise of edgy virtuosity - but IF they can manage to click properly, they click hard. There are lots of beautiful, lush serene moments throughout their albums (especially on Hellfire and Cavalcade) and their drummer is an absolute GOAT. Their song Marlene Dietrich is the song that made me like them, about a year after I first heard them and just thought it was whack I came to love Marlene Dietrich and now theyre one of my top artists for sure.
da goat
Loving this channel, keep it up man!
Watch a live performance! Love your reactions.
You should do London Calling by The Clash. It's the greatest mix of Brittish rock music you'll ever hear.
By god if you don't do the Swans trilogy "The Seer", "To Be Kind" and "The Glowing Man", Swans are an amazing band and make amazing albums.
Defintelly. I feel like he'd like The Glowing Man the best of the three
Swans are amazing, he should also do The Beggar!
I rlly recommend Schlagenheim by them. its my personal favorite of theirs! I think you would enjoy it! :)
Freddie Fazbear 😭
Cavalcade for the next black midi
Surely do some king krule
You should review Prequelle by Ghost. Great album
Love this review. react to Midhouse self titled ?
Great album. Great band. I prefer their previous album, "Cavalcade." You really should check out their classmates, Black Country, New Road's album "Ants from up There." I consider it to be the best album from 2022. It is amazing.
A rush of blood to the head - Coldplay would be cool to watch
Would be awesome to see a reaction to By the time I get to Phoenix by Injury Reserve or Jennifer B by jockstrap both incredible albums
I recommend listening to Alex G's album Beach Music !!
you have got to listen to black country, new road 'ants from up there' its such a gut wrenching album and i love it and i think you might like it
Watching you interpret his lyrics makes me believe you'd really enjoy a literary degree of some sort. Or just really getting into critical literary theory with UA-cam videos.
Very nice video like always ❤ i enjoyed every second
You need to listen to the other two albums by the band
Also listen to black country new road
whaaat, hyyyype!!!
tristan bogo 😭
if you want some more great albums from last year then you gotta listen to Ants from up there by Black country, new road
Man, you definitely have to check “Hypochondriac” by Brakence and “Ants from up there” by black country, new road. Two of The best albums of 2022
Dangerous Lie Asians LMAO
Unrelated suggestion but you might enjoy The Avalanches - since i left you, the album is completely made out of samples and its said to have 3000+ samples, it's considered a classic of the plunderphonics genre