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I love the live version of this song because of the addition of a drum solo. It sells the last part so much better. It sounds much more cohesive I think, the way they do it live.
that funk breakdown is what sold me on this band. it was SO BOLD to come back in with funk and they pulled it off so well. I listened to Sundowning and This Place Will Be Your Tomb last night and I'm in love with this band!
Also, every time I hear this drummer for the first time (which hasn't happened in too long, unfortunately), I think "there's NO WAY he's fitting that fill in there!" Then, he always does. He, like the rest of the musicians, is someone able to be so "extra" but still so tasteful. Just amazing musicianship.
First listen to this song, jaw hit ground. Every time I listen I love it more. They are pretty much their own genre - few could pull off what they do so well. Can't wait for them to come back to the states and attend another ritual! Worship!
I was just sitting there the first time I heard it, in a trance at the amazingness of it. Like I was so surprised by the funk at the end. I was sitting there drifting in that synth part following the waves of the piano. Then boom funked me out.
This band making it impossible for me to focus on anyone else for a solid 4 years now, and it doesn’t look like that’s gonna slow down in 2023. I love their confidence in just diving in and doing whatever they want and somehow making it work.
That “something different” you’re hearing with these tracks is just straight up CONFIDENCE! They know they’ve earned their place and are doing whatever tf they want! To reference the shirt I know you’re wearing… They’ve reached their final form! Lol But for real, the changes and stuff aren’t near as jarring once you’ve heard it a few times. Granted you may just be more inclined to enjoy the more linear stuff because of what you’ve listened to most of your life. It can take a while to really understand more proggy unorthodox styles. But definitely give it time to grow on you! I think they actually handled the various different styles INCREDIBLY WELL.
Told you it’s a wild ride! I knew you may not LOVE the transitions, but I’m still glad you checked it out. 😊 This is one of my most anticipated albums this year. You’re 100% correct about the chorus. This band is doing great things.
Sleep Token funking this year up. Nobody is gonna beat, let alone match Sleep Token this year. And they will go down as one of the best, most unique, most well written bands in history. Whether they're mainstream or not.
Masterpiece.!! The production value is top notch - so crisp, clear and sooo massive. These 2 new songs are setting the bar really high for any other rock/metal band this year. I like your reaction and analysis, although i like this song much more than Chokehold. Chokehold is the opener to their new album and fits well with the other albums. The Summoning is the second track on 'Take Me Back To Eden' but it's on a whole other level. It's absolutely fire.! Together with the new Converge album, this is definitely my most anticipated album this year. Worship.! ♥
On first listen, I preferred Chokehold too, but after a second listen The Summoning became one of my all-time favorites. ST continues to evolve. Worship
Their new tone with these sounds feels futuristic. Or a tone itself feels, in terms of a developmental timeline, like a religious worshipping of the future with an ancient tone. The lore of this band is their worshipping of an ancient diety, and their music definitely reflects the saturation of living that way or experiencing that. So this definitely reminds me of the way a civilization of the future would worship something ancient, whereas sundowning felt modern and in the moment, and tomb felt like the chapter after that experience.
The chorus gives me Breaking Benjamin and Deftones vibes, I love this entire song, that funk made me laugh from how unexpected but also how GOOD it was
Yoo man I've been binging your reactions lately 😂 I'm not sure if anyone has told you or not but I'm pretty sure the guitarist is not the same one as the last album. I read that somewhere. Don't quote me but I'm pretty sure. So stoked for this album!
Awesome reaction and review. This may sound weird, but I think the difference n these singles is the production and confidence they seem to have found.
One thing I noticed that’s different here is the optimism in the melod & vocals. Like there’s more of a positive lift than say in higher or the offering for example.
I’ve been looking forward to your reaction to this song! The song could have easily have ended with the soft synth/electronics prior to the funk kicking in and it would have been an incredible song… however… when that funk transition kicked in, it took the song to a whole other level. Definitely an abstract song but it was so interesting and well executed. Sitting on the edge of my seat, waiting to see what they do next!
😁I knew it, indeed I didn't enjoy this song at first listening but that's something usual with ST songs (it took 2 years to Bloodsport becoming a "absolutely necessary and must to add" in my playlists). After listening it by the third time, it has been stucked in a loop in my head. In the other hand, I also feel something different besides the style, and it appear to be the new productor. As I am neither a musician, I just feel odd certain musical arrangement not per se but the way it sounds. Either way, it sounds like an improvement to me.
I think the reason some people don't like some of the transitions is because they're not traditional. They get you thinking the song is going in a certain direction and then boom. Surprise. That's what makes them different than everyone else. Perfect example is the end of this song... They're going to be huge.
I have to say my original thoughts were almost identical to your 1st listen, there were elements in this that absolutely loved, the chorus is amazing (sweeping, big, powerful), loved the transition to the ambient piece, loved the solo, loved the funk piece, but on first listen it felt at times too mashed together, and I thought the funk finish didn’t match the tone of the song. I think the ambient piece before made it possible but still didn’t think it fit. As I have listened more that part sounds better there than it did originally. You need to listen to the next two that dropped. Granite and Agua R. Both are 🔥 in my opinion. This is shaping up to be my album of the year. If they keep on the same path as the 1st 4 tracks no doubt this will hold up as my #1
Heeeey ✌️ I knew you would react to this weird but so well executed banger!!! Weeks, or even months ago (Happy new year by the way), we talked about what band? Bad Omens? Is that possiple? And then you highly recommended to check em out. I still have to... but I will because I know their stuff is dope. Bro... Nice video as always. Love ya. Take care. ✌️ Peace.
Love this band, love how they challenge and surprise. These last 2 tracks ae so emotionally satisfying but I agree that Chokehold is the better of the two
I think the band has switched producers for this album. George Lever produced Sundowning and TPWBYT, while I think Carl Johnson is producing this upcoming album
I found this one a bit overwhelming to start with, as it seemed too much happening in a short space of time for me to get my head around. Love it now though!
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@2:47 my dude said "Li'l funky" having NO idea how it was gonna end. 😂 I love the sideways looks at the camera as if to say, "Are you hearing this?!"
Haha fr 😂🔥
I love the live version of this song because of the addition of a drum solo. It sells the last part so much better. It sounds much more cohesive I think, the way they do it live.
I swear, this band is everything to me 😭
They’re so unique!
Same
They are like a tuning fork for my soul…
that funk breakdown is what sold me on this band. it was SO BOLD to come back in with funk and they pulled it off so well. I listened to Sundowning and This Place Will Be Your Tomb last night and I'm in love with this band!
That funky section came out of thin air but man was it awesome 🔥🤘
Welcome to the family. Worship
Also, every time I hear this drummer for the first time (which hasn't happened in too long, unfortunately), I think "there's NO WAY he's fitting that fill in there!" Then, he always does. He, like the rest of the musicians, is someone able to be so "extra" but still so tasteful. Just amazing musicianship.
2023 is the year of Sleep Token ❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥
First listen to this song, jaw hit ground. Every time I listen I love it more. They are pretty much their own genre - few could pull off what they do so well. Can't wait for them to come back to the states and attend another ritual! Worship!
I was just sitting there the first time I heard it, in a trance at the amazingness of it. Like I was so surprised by the funk at the end. I was sitting there drifting in that synth part following the waves of the piano. Then boom funked me out.
They hit the breakdown and my man said "uh-oh..." lol. Great reaction vid.
"Funky, jazz, electronic metal" ... 🤣
So hard to describe lmao
This band making it impossible for me to focus on anyone else for a solid 4 years now, and it doesn’t look like that’s gonna slow down in 2023. I love their confidence in just diving in and doing whatever they want and somehow making it work.
That “something different” you’re hearing with these tracks is just straight up CONFIDENCE! They know they’ve earned their place and are doing whatever tf they want! To reference the shirt I know you’re wearing… They’ve reached their final form! Lol
But for real, the changes and stuff aren’t near as jarring once you’ve heard it a few times. Granted you may just be more inclined to enjoy the more linear stuff because of what you’ve listened to most of your life. It can take a while to really understand more proggy unorthodox styles. But definitely give it time to grow on you! I think they actually handled the various different styles INCREDIBLY WELL.
They're working with a new producer too
Something about it... had to listen five more times, right away☮️☮️🎶
This single was WYLD. This I feels is a culmination of what Sleep Token has been doing over the years. Absolutely in love with it.
💯
MANAGED TO SWIPE LAST MINUTE TICKETS TO SLEEP TOKEN IN LONDON! WOOOOOO
This band feed my darkness side😍
Worship
Told you it’s a wild ride! I knew you may not LOVE the transitions, but I’m still glad you checked it out. 😊 This is one of my most anticipated albums this year. You’re 100% correct about the chorus. This band is doing great things.
Very wild lol. The chorus and funky ending are amazing 🔥
Jen g. getting in on non-Jinjer content! Lol 👍🤘
@@Dr.Gonzo- Jen is fucking everywhere man lmao
@@australianwi-fi Everywhere worth being.
@@jen.g. You're everywhere I go, so I'd definitely have to agree with that!
Sleep Token funking this year up.
Nobody is gonna beat, let alone match Sleep Token this year. And they will go down as one of the best, most unique, most well written bands in history. Whether they're mainstream or not.
Absolutely 💯🔥
Glad to see u check this out prob one of my favorite songs in a while.
Of course!
So groovy and funky and heavy at the same time...I love it😱🔥
loved this so much. epic and super unique. super glad I came across your channel! 🤘
Awesome! Thank you and welcome 🙏
I live for these transitions. Love when any bands changes it up but is so seamless
It’s definitely a skill!
Masterpiece.!! The production value is top notch - so crisp, clear and sooo massive. These 2 new songs are setting the bar really high for any other rock/metal band this year.
I like your reaction and analysis, although i like this song much more than Chokehold.
Chokehold is the opener to their new album and fits well with the other albums. The Summoning is the second track on 'Take Me Back To Eden' but it's on a whole other level. It's absolutely fire.!
Together with the new Converge album, this is definitely my most anticipated album this year.
Worship.! ♥
i love that the verse and the pre-chorus fit different styles of music perfectly, my first experience with this band and they've nailed adaptability
The figure in the video is Thanatos the Greek god of death and brother to Hypnos the Greek god of sleep.
Ahhhh thank you
Worship 🫶
This song >>>>>>
On first listen, I preferred Chokehold too, but after a second listen The Summoning became one of my all-time favorites. ST continues to evolve. Worship
That seems to be the common theme here. Yeah ST continuing to evolve is crazy
effing vibed with that so much. insane and super unique. keep up the content please 🔥🔥🔥
Sleep token is amazing! I will 🙏
Dude sleep Token just released the 3rd single granite!!! It's different
I need it!
Thank you so much for your insightful and honest reaction. You've gained a new subscriber.
Thank you and Welcome aboard!
They are amazing
They really are 🔥
Oddly addicting... that's a great description 👌
Glad you think so!
I really hope u give this song more chance to listen, it's growing on you
Their new tone with these sounds feels futuristic. Or a tone itself feels, in terms of a developmental timeline, like a religious worshipping of the future with an ancient tone. The lore of this band is their worshipping of an ancient diety, and their music definitely reflects the saturation of living that way or experiencing that. So this definitely reminds me of the way a civilization of the future would worship something ancient, whereas sundowning felt modern and in the moment, and tomb felt like the chapter after that experience.
That is Pray before Battle. Spider vs. Warrior.
The chorus gives me Breaking Benjamin and Deftones vibes, I love this entire song, that funk made me laugh from how unexpected but also how GOOD it was
Yoo man I've been binging your reactions lately 😂 I'm not sure if anyone has told you or not but I'm pretty sure the guitarist is not the same one as the last album. I read that somewhere. Don't quote me but I'm pretty sure. So stoked for this album!
Appreciate you! Yeah dude I’m ready for this album big time 🤘
Beginning verse almost sounds like tool or deftones. But then drops into “holy fuuuuuck!” 2023 is gonna be amazing with more Sleep Token!
Yeahhhhh 🤘🔥
Awesome reaction and review. This may sound weird, but I think the difference n these singles is the production and confidence they seem to have found.
First!!! Loved the reaction bro!! Love sleeptoken! ❤️
Glad you enjoyed 🙏
One thing I noticed that’s different here is the optimism in the melod & vocals. Like there’s more of a positive lift than say in higher or the offering for example.
Hell yeah!
I’ve been looking forward to your reaction to this song! The song could have easily have ended with the soft synth/electronics prior to the funk kicking in and it would have been an incredible song… however… when that funk transition kicked in, it took the song to a whole other level. Definitely an abstract song but it was so interesting and well executed. Sitting on the edge of my seat, waiting to see what they do next!
The only thing I wish they changed about the song is when they do the Chorus the second time, they sing it twice before the breakdown.
new songs were created with a different producer. That's why it sounds different, you're right
Ahh that makes sense!
YES
Yes yes yes!
😁I knew it, indeed I didn't enjoy this song at first listening but that's something usual with ST songs (it took 2 years to Bloodsport becoming a "absolutely necessary and must to add" in my playlists). After listening it by the third time, it has been stucked in a loop in my head.
In the other hand, I also feel something different besides the style, and it appear to be the new productor. As I am neither a musician, I just feel odd certain musical arrangement not per se but the way it sounds. Either way, it sounds like an improvement to me.
That is common with ST songs because they’re so complex they need a few listens. That’s a fair point!
I think the reason some people don't like some of the transitions is because they're not traditional. They get you thinking the song is going in a certain direction and then boom. Surprise. That's what makes them different than everyone else. Perfect example is the end of this song... They're going to be huge.
They really aren’t like any band I’ve heard before! So unique 🔥
Never thought I would see Mike Majlak's brother react to Sleep Token...
💀
We have just witnessed our mans lose his prog v-card
They're working with a new producer, that's a large part of the change sonically
I have to say my original thoughts were almost identical to your 1st listen, there were elements in this that absolutely loved, the chorus is amazing (sweeping, big, powerful), loved the transition to the ambient piece, loved the solo, loved the funk piece, but on first listen it felt at times too mashed together, and I thought the funk finish didn’t match the tone of the song. I think the ambient piece before made it possible but still didn’t think it fit. As I have listened more that part sounds better there than it did originally. You need to listen to the next two that dropped. Granite and Agua R. Both are 🔥 in my opinion. This is shaping up to be my album of the year. If they keep on the same path as the 1st 4 tracks no doubt this will hold up as my #1
Not sure if you’re aware but they have a new producer for this album. That may be why they sound a little different.
That would explain it!
Heeeey ✌️
I knew you would react to this weird but so well executed banger!!!
Weeks, or even months ago (Happy new year by the way), we talked about what band? Bad Omens? Is that possiple? And then you highly recommended to check em out. I still have to... but I will because I know their stuff is dope.
Bro...
Nice video as always.
Love ya. Take care. ✌️
Peace.
Love this band, love how they challenge and surprise. These last 2 tracks ae so emotionally satisfying but I agree that Chokehold is the better of the two
Incredible that they can still shake things up after everything they’ve released
I think the band has switched producers for this album. George Lever produced Sundowning and TPWBYT, while I think Carl Johnson is producing this upcoming album
That makes sense!
I found this one a bit overwhelming to start with, as it seemed too much happening in a short space of time for me to get my head around. Love it now though!
First💖
Great reaction sir! Just found your channel. If you like good new metalcore, you should check out the band IRAVERA.