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  • Опубліковано 23 гру 2024

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  • @meow-vk7uq
    @meow-vk7uq 2 роки тому +1168

    0:48 White Whale
    5:08 Cast No Shadow
    8:53 Once And Never More
    13:23 Invisible
    16:24 Wind And Waves (Interlude)
    17:42 Fall Like A Meteor
    21:14 All For One
    25:35 Down A Rabbit Hole
    29:38 Night (Interlude)
    31:56 Kaleidoscope
    35:52 Wind And Waves
    41:55 The Other Side

    • @bratgf
      @bratgf 2 роки тому +12

      Thanks!!

    • @cyberneticsanity
      @cyberneticsanity 2 роки тому +8

      Thank you!

    • @notsure1969
      @notsure1969 2 роки тому +8

      I'm stuck on "All For One" for a while.

    • @keithkluber1195
      @keithkluber1195 2 роки тому +8

      LOVE IT DAN THE WHOLE ALBUM HELL OF A RANGE U GOT THERE ON THAT VOICE BUDDY🎼🎵🎵🎶🔥⚡☝

    • @adamdifilippe8066
      @adamdifilippe8066 2 роки тому +3

      Thanks, man!

  • @shoocharu
    @shoocharu 2 роки тому +2010

    Yay Danny, congrats on the release! Thanks to you and Jim for having me onboard on the music videos!!

    • @meow-vk7uq
      @meow-vk7uq 2 роки тому +11

      Love your content man

    • @neptunite5973
      @neptunite5973 2 роки тому +18

      the vid for White Whale was fucking sick!! legit gasped a few times

    • @abdulhfhd
      @abdulhfhd 2 роки тому +4

      you are the best shoocharu

    • @msnat1304
      @msnat1304 2 роки тому +9

      Once and Never More made me tear up, your animation was so good

    • @sleepyote
      @sleepyote 2 роки тому +2

      Your work is amazing!

  • @ramsoomair
    @ramsoomair 2 роки тому +1164

    "My favorite Game Grumps episode is when Danny sang for a loooooooooong time."

  • @pinkdruidess6236
    @pinkdruidess6236 2 роки тому +251

    This is an incredible album. I can hear so many influences of grunge, prog rock, 90s alternative, metal, 80s synth, just fusing together in this absolutely perfect stew. Please tell me this isn't some one-off and this band will get another album in the future. Meanwhile, I'll be listening to this about a thousand more times.

    • @billybrinkley4575
      @billybrinkley4575 2 роки тому +5

      Same.

    • @Sp00pySparySpeletons
      @Sp00pySparySpeletons 2 роки тому +9

      This is the comment I was looking for. White Whale is just this amalgam of Tool, Dream Theater, Rush, Pearl Jam and who knows what else stuffed into a single song. It's awesome.

    • @shhwonk
      @shhwonk 2 роки тому +2

      @@Sp00pySparySpeletons I definitely wouldn't compare it at all to Tool, Dream Theater, or Rush (it isn't prog) but it's still awesome

    • @tylerjames805
      @tylerjames805 2 роки тому +1

      @@Sp00pySparySpeletons It’s just Gish era Smashing Pumpkins

  • @bobbobbeth7542
    @bobbobbeth7542 2 роки тому +583

    Happy this is on Grumps so more people will see this masterpiece

    • @GreatWightSpark
      @GreatWightSpark 2 роки тому +15

      Even though SA has their own channel. Go subscribe, people!

    • @highdefinition450
      @highdefinition450 2 роки тому +3

      Masterpiece is generous

    • @bobbobbeth7542
      @bobbobbeth7542 2 роки тому +7

      @@highdefinition450 I'm definitely biased, I really like Dan's voice.

    • @alon9328
      @alon9328 2 роки тому +8

      @@highdefinition450 Nah, masterpiece is the right term

    • @Dyundu
      @Dyundu 2 роки тому +5

      Subjectively applied descriptions aside, this album is astonishingly solid in writing, composition, and engineering. Excellent work by all involved. 🤘

  • @Tynado
    @Tynado 2 роки тому +354

    This is all incredible! White Whale is SUCH a banger! And amazing animation too!

    • @nefinit1537
      @nefinit1537 2 роки тому +2

      Fr

    • @jmiz69420
      @jmiz69420 2 роки тому +7

      Gee, i wonder what book Danny was reading at the time he wrote this :P

    • @ignismaniaco9935
      @ignismaniaco9935 2 роки тому +2

      @@jmiz69420 Harry Potter without a doubt🙄 (joke)

  • @Ryugemini
    @Ryugemini 2 роки тому +36

    I cant get over how good Cast No Shadow is. it has such a threatening vibe that just twists into something so beautiful for the chorus. im in Awe.

  • @zakaroo5
    @zakaroo5 2 роки тому +54

    "Are you crying at once and never more?" "The hope amidst existential despair winning the day got to me, all right?!"

  • @redsixx669
    @redsixx669 2 роки тому +91

    Ive wanted not joke music from danny for sooooo long, love nsp but not always in the mood for it, this is absolutely killer

    • @Tsakeli
      @Tsakeli 2 роки тому +2

      May I recommend "Danny Don't You Know" from NSP, it's a banger and a tearjerker

    • @redsixx669
      @redsixx669 2 роки тому +6

      @@Tsakeli that song in particular is why ive wanted a full album like this lol, and the cover albums too

    • @Dr00zk1
      @Dr00zk1 2 роки тому +4

      What about Skyhill?

    • @bazzfromthebackground3696
      @bazzfromthebackground3696 2 роки тому +4

      Skyhill is literally what you're looking for.

    • @SmashyPlays
      @SmashyPlays 2 роки тому +1

      northern hues is a vibe too

  • @TheBetterRianq
    @TheBetterRianq 2 роки тому +107

    I love the episode where Jim and Dan stand in a hallway and talk for a looooong time

  • @V.F.D.DaleSalvador
    @V.F.D.DaleSalvador 2 роки тому +231

    The beat on Cast No Shadow is so hypnotizing. Never heard a Song use a tempo change/slow down like that either.

    • @adriannachagdes4771
      @adriannachagdes4771 2 роки тому +6

      That's my favorite song for that very reason

    • @rembrandt1078
      @rembrandt1078 2 роки тому +6

      That song gives me chills every time I listen to it for some reason, it's such a treat for the ears

    • @smackmybones1371
      @smackmybones1371 2 роки тому +3

      The guitar that comes in at 7:30 gives me goosebumps

    • @zombeaver69
      @zombeaver69 2 роки тому +5

      I am so confused why that song isn't as big as the others. Definitely one of my favorites from Dan.
      This album is full of bangers tho

    • @JDawgSA93
      @JDawgSA93 2 роки тому

      @@zombeaver69 I totally agree

  • @gareth_3d
    @gareth_3d 2 роки тому +140

    the more "serious" vibe immediately brings me back to the stuff Dan did as part of the band "Skyhill". I recommend checking it out if you haven't

    • @VideoGameKinger
      @VideoGameKinger 2 роки тому +8

      Skyhill was/is amazing

    • @SmashyPlays
      @SmashyPlays 2 роки тому +5

      Can't forget about the northern hues

    • @avengefullgirl95
      @avengefullgirl95 2 роки тому +4

      I didn't know about Skyhill, I actually just bought their music thanks to your comment. I love it so far, thank you!!!

    • @julieneff9408
      @julieneff9408 2 роки тому +1

      @@SmashyPlays Deep cut, but yes. Northern Hues passes my nostalgia vibe check.

  • @derringer153
    @derringer153 2 роки тому +253

    “Once and never more” absolutely rattled my soul and i loved every second of it; great job guys!

    • @dustyice3110
      @dustyice3110 2 роки тому +9

      That animation hit me right in the feels. Wow.

    • @derringer153
      @derringer153 2 роки тому +2

      @@dustyice3110 absolutely

    • @bumbyboyband172
      @bumbyboyband172 2 роки тому +2

      Wasnt ready to be crying like that by the end, and then the next song starts playing and forces the hype train right back in gear, Damn

    • @tinitis4144
      @tinitis4144 2 роки тому

      It sort of gives me Chicago or Moody Blues vibes.

  • @carter5389
    @carter5389 2 роки тому +29

    I love how there's no consensus on which song is the best. Everyone has a different favourite. Just goes to show how talented Danny and Jim are, and how fucking awesome this album is.

  • @oy9706
    @oy9706 2 роки тому +22

    1. White Whale 0:48
    2. Cast No Shadow 5:08
    3. Once And Never More 8:53
    4. Invisible 13:23
    5. Wind And Waves (Interlude) 16:24
    6. Fall Like A Meteor 17:42
    7. All For One 21:14
    8. Down A Rabbit Hole 25:35
    9. Night (Interlude) 29:38
    10. Kaleidoscope 31:56
    11. Wind And Waves 35:52
    12. The Other Side 41:54

  • @lyndseyevelyn4377
    @lyndseyevelyn4377 2 роки тому +64

    I loved every single song.. this entire album is just magical… I’m going through a really rough time right now in my life.. and to hear this album, made me feel alive and free. It made my heart race and skip a few beats.. just absolutely gorgeous. Well done, Dan & friends. I’m officially a fan 💕💕💕

    • @Slightly_Decent
      @Slightly_Decent 2 роки тому +6

      The feeling of having something so amazing and comforting show up right when you need it really is such an incredible feeling. I've had some rough days recently and this is certainly what I needed as well. I hope everything gets better for you and anyone else that sees this. Keep fighting everyone.

  • @mayathepsychiic
    @mayathepsychiic 2 роки тому +111

    Kaleidoscope takes me back to such a hazy, angsty nostalgic space

    • @gadgetvolt3640
      @gadgetvolt3640 2 роки тому

      Kinda reminds me of a cross between Birthday Massacre and Owl City's Fireflies

  • @PastelOddity
    @PastelOddity 2 роки тому +118

    I’m so stoked to hear more new music from Dan! His voice is so unique and his writing and themes are right up my alley!

  • @BzrkTank
    @BzrkTank 2 роки тому +21

    The song “down a rabbit hole” made me feel at peace for the first time in a while

  • @GreatWightSpark
    @GreatWightSpark Рік тому +3

    Man, I thought White Whale was the best, attacking sea serpents in Valheim while blasting that, but the whole album is amazing for a beautiful summer bike ride!

  • @abbywoodhead2764
    @abbywoodhead2764 2 роки тому +57

    dan's music feals like it just came out of a time machine it not something we get alot now adays. reminds me of watching fraggle rock on a big square tv

    • @croak5260
      @croak5260 2 роки тому +2

      Fraggle rock, now that's an old friend.

    • @omnizeitgeist2779
      @omnizeitgeist2779 2 роки тому +1

      Down the Rabbit Hole definitely gives that light hearted fun with a tinge of dreaminess Fraggle Rock has. I love your comparison :-)

  • @CausticCatastrophe
    @CausticCatastrophe 2 роки тому +18

    Songs from Shadow academy go a lot harder than expected, i love every second.

  • @Devo14218
    @Devo14218 2 роки тому +25

    If this came on amongst the music I normally listen too, it wouldn’t be the slightest bit out of place. Got that 90s 00s alt rock feel. Love it!

  • @CharAznableLoNZ
    @CharAznableLoNZ 2 роки тому +24

    Good album, one of those where you can listen to every song as it plays. Never go the urge to skip a song. Very few albums achieve that with me anyways.

  • @staramas1733
    @staramas1733 2 роки тому +5

    This gives me the feeling of hard rock of the 80’s and 60’s psychedelic rock having a baby in the form of an album

    • @iThunder
      @iThunder 2 роки тому

      more like a fits more in like the early 2000s imo. really depends on the song tho i can see that on a few songd

  • @Tallness1000
    @Tallness1000 2 роки тому +6

    Dan, Shadow Academy. Thank you for this. It got me out of my own mind when I needed to. Once and Nevermore will be in my heart forever now.

  • @guilleg7371
    @guilleg7371 2 роки тому +6

    Loved it!!kaleidoscope made me cry,my favorite!!Long Hail the great Danny!!

  • @ukulelevillainz
    @ukulelevillainz 2 роки тому +4

    You can really tell just how much heart and soul was put into this album - it’s such a love letter to the music Dan loves, and this is absolutely some of his best work. I hope he keeps following his heart, because it has REALLY paid off! So glad it’s receiving so much love.

  • @SugarcatPlays
    @SugarcatPlays 2 роки тому +237

    "Wind and Waves" is fucking insane. One of the best mixes I've ever heard. Your engineer is a beast. What a BANGER. I can't listen to "Once and Never More" though. Have some really painful memories that are too new and fresh around that song. Maybe someday I'll go back to it. Sorry.

    • @bmal7173
      @bmal7173 2 роки тому +19

      Once and Never More is one of the most visceral songs I’ve heard in a long while. I can’t blame you for being affected. Chin up, buddy. You got this.

    • @SugarcatPlays
      @SugarcatPlays 2 роки тому +26

      @@bmal7173 thanks I'm trying my best! I basically fell for a really awesome woman. We had 2 months of the most incredible romantic, filled with laughter and fun times I've ever experienced. This was after my wife of 10 years left me for my best friend. She reminded me that someone could still care about me. She felt we just weren't made for each other. I can be a bit overwhelming in my excitement and talking sometimes. So the video and song hit very hard. The person that you know you care about, that you shared a brief, beautiful moment with but you just can't be with. That hurts. It's an incredible song though

    • @DragonbornCanid
      @DragonbornCanid 2 роки тому +4

      take care! im sure Danny and everyone else involved dont mind at all :) ❤️

    • @SugarcatPlays
      @SugarcatPlays 2 роки тому +2

      @@DragonbornCanid I'm sure they do :)

    • @bmal7173
      @bmal7173 2 роки тому +3

      @@SugarcatPlays honestly. I’ve had the same experience and those feelings came back up recently after almost two years of distance. I can’t say I know for sure what your experience was, but I can sure as hell empathize and relate in my own way. I’m glad you’re trying- that’s the best we can do sometimes. And I’m glad it seems you know yourself well enough to take some distance from something potentially harmful.

  • @MrTobi013
    @MrTobi013 2 роки тому +2

    There's such magic and soul in this album. It feel ethereal, old school rock and roll and something else. Something otherworldly and beautiful. It's a journey to a land far away filled with enchantments and realism. This is beautiful and I'm grateful to be alive during a time when this album came to be.

  • @WobblierMango
    @WobblierMango 2 роки тому +24

    Cast No Shadow has gotta be my favorite. totally caught me off guard. Beautiful work Dan!

    • @windraizou
      @windraizou 2 роки тому +1

      Cast No Shadow was the song that prompted me to say "I NEED THIS PHYSICALLY IN MY CAR."

  • @justaghost720
    @justaghost720 2 роки тому +48

    Aw wow that was cool of arin to let Dan promote his album on grumps like this.

    • @bazzfromthebackground3696
      @bazzfromthebackground3696 2 роки тому +16

      I mean. He is half of the show. Arin puts out his own merch.
      Not to mention if they tour Shadow Academy it'll probably be through RealGoodTouring.
      Dan's success, means Arin's success.

    • @imnotcreative2999
      @imnotcreative2999 2 роки тому +7

      Arin promotes his own stuff Dan isnt in all the time

    • @adanice49
      @adanice49 2 роки тому +4

      @@imnotcreative2999 tbf game grumps is technically Arin’s creation. Dan refers to arin as his boss a bunch of times. And while he’s promoted his own stuff and dan’s at the beginning of an episode, I don’t think they’ve ever dedicated a full episode spot to just their personal projects

    • @rogerdalzell
      @rogerdalzell 2 роки тому +1

      this is just satire right.

  • @fluidstatic5564
    @fluidstatic5564 2 роки тому +6

    I'm 30 seconds into White Whale and this album is already the best thing you've ever done, Danny. Kickass. Buying a poster as we speak.

  • @LegendOfMoonDragons
    @LegendOfMoonDragons 2 роки тому +1

    My birds are bopping to this so hard ha ha
    They're old boys, it's rare these days to see them get excited over music. Apparently Shadow Academy was what they were waiting for!

  • @notsure1969
    @notsure1969 2 роки тому +11

    This is an extremely ambitious debut album. "All For One" is an absolute banger. The musical and vocal talent and overall production is utterly amazing. Great job Dan and everybody involved!

  • @justspiralus2562
    @justspiralus2562 2 роки тому +2

    That was honestly one of the greatest albums I've heard in a while.
    My favorite song on the album is "Invisible" I felt the lyrics deep within my heart.
    Dan you command the energy so strongly with your lyrical range.
    and that dual guitar send off was just excellent.
    Shadow Academy is one of my favorite albums now.
    I shall put it on my stack of favorites along with Bucketheads "Coma" album and Rush's Clockwork Angels album.
    Thank you so much for this treat.
    I feel your sentiments for this album finally coming to fruition very personally and I am so happy for you.
    I even shed a small tear when the album ended.

  • @HzizsVynryn
    @HzizsVynryn 2 роки тому +20

    "Fall Like a Meteor" is my favorite so far. The lyrics! They're incredible!

    • @baileymcmahon7509
      @baileymcmahon7509 2 роки тому

      If you’ve heard of the band Muse it kinda has that vibe to it like the song Supermassive Black Hole and a couple others. Im loving it so much.

  • @TehDaltonKloeker
    @TehDaltonKloeker 2 роки тому +2

    I can't imagine how happy Arin is for Dan right now. He must be so proud.

  • @gameboyphx
    @gameboyphx 2 роки тому +3

    NSP isn't necessarily my personal cup of tea, but this??? This shit is my JAAAAM. I am actually in love with this. Thank you to everyone who was involved in making this album. You all did fantastic work.

  • @ParisChristianne
    @ParisChristianne 2 роки тому +1

    Once and Never More is the kind of song that just hits different if you've ever struggled with addiction before.

  • @pixelpat2000
    @pixelpat2000 2 роки тому +14

    I listened to it the day it dropped, and loved it. Cast no Shadow and Kaleidoscope are probably my 2 favorites

  • @ZenSolipsist
    @ZenSolipsist 2 роки тому +22

    Hearing Danny in his unrestricted heart of creativity is truly beautiful 🧡

  • @chillcreep4926
    @chillcreep4926 2 роки тому +3

    Frick. 1:18 in and I'm getting those good chills from these sweet harmonies. Really feeling the Rush in this. Excellent

  • @Mr.Meowgical
    @Mr.Meowgical 2 роки тому +2

    Beautiful. There's some powerful stuff here, but a lot of this was like gently floating on top of the ocean, with Danny's voice as the waves and the instrumentation from Jim and co. as the force pushing the waves. Might be the most generic metaphor I've ever made, but I stand by it.

  • @Buphido
    @Buphido 2 роки тому +24

    Oh shit, the ending of "Once and Never More" showered my body in goosebumps lol

    • @Maybeprobablynot
      @Maybeprobablynot 2 роки тому +2

      I cried from that one, and it really takes a special song to make me get even close to tearing up. Some of the newer NSP stuff (Wondering Tonight, Danny Don't You Know) are the only ones that've come close. But god damn, Once and Never More *really* got me. Kudos to everyone involved for sure!

  • @JackalopecideR
    @JackalopecideR 2 роки тому +2

    I can’t come up with the right words to describe how excited and happy I am hearing this album- I understand why Dan is so proud, this is absolutely wonderful

  • @johnrawlings9288
    @johnrawlings9288 2 роки тому +60

    No shit, you're just putting the full album out here? That's insane man! I'm gonna have to buy some merch soon, holy hell man!

    • @moonsnakesheddingskin
      @moonsnakesheddingskin 2 роки тому +1

      I've got 2 of the shirts, they're hella comfy & look nice.

    • @TheAmorable
      @TheAmorable 2 роки тому

      Bro I’m buying the cd, I can’t wait to feel like a kid again with my old, gross but working CD player, but with a new twist on my childhood, SHADOW ACADEMY ROCK AND ROOOOLL!!!

  • @michaelplant8893
    @michaelplant8893 2 роки тому +1

    I seriously cried when I heard and saw Once and Never More...my god, you guys, I can't express enough gratitude for you guys being you...seriously. Thank you, all of you, for pouring your heart out into this and letting everyone feel that. You guys are incredible!! Please keep playing...Please!!

  • @shinobiqueenv6583
    @shinobiqueenv6583 2 роки тому +26

    This is AWESOME!!

  • @lupinssketches439
    @lupinssketches439 2 роки тому +1

    This album needs so much more attention- haven’t even finished 3 songs yet and I’m already closing my eyes and embracing every note and beat. Incredible work from everyone involved. Seriously.

  • @MrWhiteSuit17
    @MrWhiteSuit17 2 роки тому +4

    An absolute masterpiece. The culmination of years of skill from so many talented artists. I don't buy CDs or Merch often anymore but I had to so I could support this project. Hopefully that gets us closer to a second album.

  • @Mudaschnuh
    @Mudaschnuh 2 роки тому

    The sheer genius in modernizing the sound of the 80s pop and rock into these songs is amazing. Been listening to it at work all day the last two days and I haven't gotten tired of any of the songs!
    I look forward to more from this because it is a fantastic group of songs!
    Thank you for sharing it with us!! I have already submitted my pre-order, too!

  • @TatumMasseyMusic
    @TatumMasseyMusic 2 роки тому +25

    This whole album is 🔥
    I'm bumping Fall Like A Meteor on repeat!

  • @andrewl.3315
    @andrewl.3315 2 роки тому

    Damn! Awesome Tunes!!! as soon as I heard the first song I knew the rest would also be Amazing and to no regrets I listened to the whole album through. Everything is Produced Magnificently and the instruments are in perfect harmony with not only each other but with that Angelic Voice that can only come from the vocals of Mr. Dan Avidan. The feelings were not only powerful at times but also very heartfelt and sympathetic at other times. This is true power ballad love to the fullest extent of musical sound! Keep up the great work. This sound will lead many people to better days and hopefully do the same for you. Please continue this magnificent glory to spread this loving soothing sound to the ears of many people who not only want, but NEED to hear this for true tranquility in life. It is the Yang to much of the Ying that is on the radio now. We Need More! I NEED MORE!!! thank you very much for this. You truly are amazing at what you do.

  • @skadoosher7747
    @skadoosher7747 2 роки тому +12

    The shear amount of amazing music dan has brought into the world is incredible. Not to discredit his many music partners of course.

  • @currentlyunderconstruction1128
    @currentlyunderconstruction1128 2 роки тому

    The contrast from Dan's super cheery and excited vibes going right into one of the sickest rifts I've heard in so long is something I was not ready for. Y'all did not have to go this hard and I'm all here for it!

  • @littlestcorginuff8029
    @littlestcorginuff8029 2 роки тому +3

    This is one of the the best albums I have herd in years. Thank you so much for making this amazing music and sharing it with all of us for free.

  • @NexLegacyAccount
    @NexLegacyAccount 2 роки тому +1

    This is that gorgeous unicorn energy I thought I missed out on as a 90s kid. Thank you for bringing this vibe back, Dan.

  • @ConnorDrumz
    @ConnorDrumz 2 роки тому +3

    I can’t even write a comment that explains how amazing this is.

  • @speedracer2please
    @speedracer2please 2 роки тому

    This is so good!! I love the contrasts between the quieter parts and then Daniel's soaring vocals combined with those deliciously crunchy guitars. And as a drummer, I really appreciate that the drums blend in seamlessly without also being overly simplistic. Just a beautiful union of sound across the board.

  • @casualfoodenjoyer7951
    @casualfoodenjoyer7951 2 роки тому +4

    I listened to this thing start to finish, and i gotta say I FREAKIN LOVED EVERY ONE LETS GO SHADOW ACADEMY!!!

  • @snasmando
    @snasmando 2 роки тому +1

    I haven’t had an album that makes me this pumped and relaxed at the same time in a while. Dan’s voice is one of those voices that can’t be replicated, and the music is mixed beautifully. Album made me cream my jeans, 10/10

  • @lokthuum
    @lokthuum 2 роки тому +67

    SO EXCITED!!!! THIS ALBUM IS SO FUCKING AMAZING AND I AM SO UNBELIEVABLY PROUD !!!!! kaleidoscope and night interlude are my favorites. love u

  • @BodyOfPlayMusic
    @BodyOfPlayMusic 2 роки тому +1

    Danny has voice of an angel!!

  • @edibleapeman
    @edibleapeman 2 роки тому +5

    Thank you for dropping this here. TO THE TOP WITH THEE

  • @vonniebunny8049
    @vonniebunny8049 2 роки тому +2

    Fall like a meteor is awesome! It came up randomly on youtube's autoplay and I was immediately hooked on it.

  • @charliecramp20
    @charliecramp20 2 роки тому +3

    I love that you can hear all of the influences of Dan's life (and probably Jim's) throughout this. Reminds me a lot of a more 80's style Ghost. With bits of Rush inspo lol

  • @troylowryjr.4654
    @troylowryjr.4654 2 роки тому

    Wind and Waves sends me back into the kind of songs I would be pensive to while riding up north with my family. Crazy how things can unlock forgotten memories like that. Thanks y'all

  • @Lanooski
    @Lanooski 2 роки тому +3

    this thing exudes what i've always loved about the Sexbang pipes while embracing the tunes that he grew up on (and indirectly got me to scope out over the years). everyone involved in the album should be very proud. a truly solid piece of work that's at once danceable and informed by decades of pop, prog and operatic rock.

  • @hamIindigo
    @hamIindigo Рік тому

    Wind and Waves and its interlude version are full on masterpieces, I could pretty much say the same for every single song in this album but those two are the ones that genuinely made me tear up. Fantastic work Dan, Jim and crew.

  • @Gillty101
    @Gillty101 2 роки тому +3

    It's just a masterpiece. Congratulations Dan!

  • @paulsurratt2005
    @paulsurratt2005 2 роки тому +2

    the musicianship from everyone is incredible. its awesome to hear Dan doing a serious prog project.

  • @justsomesquonk
    @justsomesquonk 2 роки тому +28

    The opening to ‘cast no shadow’ sounds like a beastie boys song. This album is awesome through and through

    • @TheAmorable
      @TheAmorable 2 роки тому +3

      It really does it’s so crunchy and GOOOOD

    • @PepeTheJonkler
      @PepeTheJonkler 2 роки тому

      "Cast No Shadow" feat. Arin Hansen and Mike Shinoda

  • @CmogVT
    @CmogVT 2 роки тому

    My kids (almost 5b and almost 2g) are dancing to this together. I am impressed! Loving this album. Have listened to it a handful of times already.

  • @IzukuMidoriya-qr9ec
    @IzukuMidoriya-qr9ec 2 роки тому +33

    Was listening to this almost all day yesterday, my favourite song is probably All for one but White whale is close second. love the music video for it btw so badass :)

    • @Morrowgust
      @Morrowgust 2 роки тому

      This is fucking hilarious 10/10

    • @kadenmayberry8376
      @kadenmayberry8376 2 роки тому

      Ahh irony

    • @IzukuMidoriya-qr9ec
      @IzukuMidoriya-qr9ec 2 роки тому

      Gotta be honest didn’t realise the connection here until you guys pointed it out, I just genuinely like that song the most lol

  • @josephschultz3301
    @josephschultz3301 2 роки тому +1

    I'm getting a strong Rush vibe here, from the guitar right down to the vocals... and I fucking love that.
    Rock on, Danny.

  • @Aleximmortal5999
    @Aleximmortal5999 2 роки тому +3

    Aw heck yeah let’s go

  • @Feathertusk
    @Feathertusk 2 роки тому +1

    Damn you guys are the best. So dedicated to your fans and craft. I'm floored how quickly you just shared this with us.

  • @cliffordemch1167
    @cliffordemch1167 2 роки тому +7

    Was having a fairly crappy day and this album helped me out of that funk. Thank you and as soon as I'm able to I definitely will be buying some merch. Thanks again.

  • @swimsawce
    @swimsawce 2 роки тому +1

    once and never more is so emotional for me, i couldn't stop crying

  • @porschareed956
    @porschareed956 2 роки тому +4

    Every song on the album is straight 🔥🔥🔥🔥
    Thank you Dan and Jim for this phenomenal album, I will be listening to this on repeat for a very long time, keep up the good work guys, also congrats on the release

  • @caje41
    @caje41 2 роки тому

    Very cool seeing Dan go into this realm of music. And much respect to Jim Roach for laying down all these tasty tracks. Good job guys!

  • @pablosalamanca5727
    @pablosalamanca5727 2 роки тому +5

    Hell yeah Dan

  • @ACruelBadger
    @ACruelBadger 2 роки тому

    This came out four weeks ago and I am just now seeing it?! UA-cam can burn for withholding this glorious album from me. Middle fingers to you, UA-cam. And all the praise in the world to you, Jim and Dan. This is my new vibe.

  • @AustonTGaming
    @AustonTGaming 2 роки тому +9

    Congrats Danny hope this album does killer numbers

    • @PepeTheJonkler
      @PepeTheJonkler 2 роки тому

      67,464 monthly listeners and climbing
      White Whale has 463,757 plays on Spotify.
      In due time, in due time... It's picking up pace.

    • @AustonTGaming
      @AustonTGaming 2 роки тому +1

      @@PepeTheJonkler awesome

  • @salatmander
    @salatmander 2 роки тому

    the combination of your song and the video in "Once And Never More" somehow opened something in me and brought me to tears...
    I just want to tell you that your work has such an effect on me and that i love you for sharing it with us

  • @TheBobcatlover
    @TheBobcatlover 2 роки тому +3

    One of the songs came up on my Spotify release radar. I thought "oh shit, that sounds like Dan!" and it was! Happy days 😊

  • @Nite640
    @Nite640 2 роки тому

    im genuinely blown away by this. as a recording engineer and musician myself, this is one of the best written albums i've ever heard in my entire life. its just leagues above anything ive heard in a long time. its takes elements from multiple artists and genres. amazing.

  • @Dan-by2vj
    @Dan-by2vj 2 роки тому +3

    Really glad to say Im loving this album, cause the music rocks and not because I'm already a fan of the grumps, which I am

  • @nictouris6054
    @nictouris6054 2 роки тому

    man, Dan's voice is next level. White Whale is ridiculously good.

  • @PepeTheJonkler
    @PepeTheJonkler 2 роки тому +3

    Kaleidoscope's intro reminds me so much of "Imperium" from Ghost's new album, Impera. The outro where it's driven by piano? Even more so.

  • @MyriadLad
    @MyriadLad 2 роки тому +2

    God this is amazing. Watching game grumps and Dan and Arins other projects is so inspiring as someone who has loved video games, making music, and drawing since I was little. It’s really exciting and encouraging to see people be able to do what they love and make such cool shit. Amazing album Shadow Academy!

  • @multikody6481
    @multikody6481 2 роки тому +5

    I love this album so much! Easily my favorite album of 2022 so far! So glad it's uploaded here so more people can listen to it!

  • @conechiwa7
    @conechiwa7 2 роки тому +1

    Holy crap, just had a first listen, and blown away! Going to listen a few more hundreds of times now!

  • @lee_753
    @lee_753 2 роки тому +3

    I just listened and saved the album on Spotify this morning!!

  • @lazarus9004
    @lazarus9004 2 роки тому +1

    Guys, I'm not sure what I expected from your music, but this is better that I anticipated. This album SLAPPPS! Keep up the great work.

  • @alexfsayshi5279
    @alexfsayshi5279 2 роки тому +3

    IM SO READY!!

  • @draytongladue4752
    @draytongladue4752 2 роки тому

    Oh. My. God. My respect for you Dan Avidan has increased tenfold. I had goosebumps the entire time and could not stop listening. Please please dont ever stop making music, its perfectly clear all these years of hard work have paid off. Literally one of my new favorite bands. I genuinely want more. I love you man. ( ps Game Grumps has been my number one since 2016, and you guys have been my main source of happiness. Hope one days I can show my two kids such amazing content.

  • @RPWPA
    @RPWPA 2 роки тому +14

    Really have high expectations for this. Wishing for a different experience different from anything else.

    • @anturanx
      @anturanx 2 роки тому +8

      You shouldn’t have an issue then. It’s REALLY good. I listen to 12 hours of music a day because of work and I’m always listening to different stuff and this one of the best albums I’ve heard

  • @mikedoran3781
    @mikedoran3781 2 роки тому

    I said it before, but Dan you are one of my all time favorite singers, just your style and vocals are amazing, so happy you get to keep putting new awesome stuff out for all of us