Also the singer of the band, Yannis Papadopoulos, is an incredibly talented singer. Has a huge vocal range, and did a pretty impressive cover of Nightwish's Ghost Love Score (at least in my opinion haha:D)
Yes, he has an incredible voice - in the studio! Live he can't (or should I say he doesn't want) to do the same (years ago his voice on the stage was much better - look at the older Blind and frozen versions). Only Floor and Noora are live as good (or even better!) as in studio. AND... there is a new female singer called Nele Messerschmidt from the German Symphonic Metal Band ELVELLON: Also she can deliver live at 100%! She can sing like Tarja AND Floor!!! 3 weeks ago she did a cover of Ghost Love Score (Floor version) - insane...!!!
@@FlaskFlash Check him out doing the famous scream at the beginning of 'Blind and Frozen' two days ago in Toronto and then check out live versions from 3 or 4 years ago where he sung it in full length like in the studio version. I don't say he cannot do it anymore - I think he just doesn't want, which is sad... I'm not sure but I think he said something about it in an interview which I don't find anymore. ☹️
@michael.albinus clearly he doesn't want. But it's ok and reasonable when they're on tour and he doesn't want to lose his voice in 3 days... and the thing you're talking about is just a dynamic difference witch you would not notice live, only on a recording you find on youtube
Their whole latest ablum was heavily inspired by Cyberpunk and 80s synth/powermetal. In interviews the founder has said that some of the inspirations have been blade runner and manga. The name Beast in black is a tribute to the Japanese manga and anime series Berserk. They are doing their own thing and are writing the music they want and feels inspiration for, So yeah they are a special nieche and I can very much understand that it is not everybodies cup of tea. I like them, their music fits very well when like driving somewhere and you just want something fun high octane to listen to.
"This screams of 80's music" No shit, Sherlock xD That was the whole point of their album, it's not like it was by accident but hey, not everyone can have good taste in music ;)
Hey thanks for reacting to my request. I personally really like this song, especially the lyrics and good solo. Beast In Black is kinda different from other bands for example like you mentioned the 80s style synth. Its different but its solid.
First time I heard someone talking "bad" about Yannis' voice. You MUST listen to Yannis' cover of 'Ghost Love Score' (Floor version) and you WILL change your mind about his voice! NO male singer can come as close to Floor as he did... About the song: It was one of their "weakest" ones, check out 'Blind and frozen' instead - mindblowing! I am sorry you had to react to THIS one, David :)
OMG, I just about spit my dinner out when you said "constipated Starscream". I'm never going to get that image and sound out of my head. Lol. I own this album, and I love it. Great reaction! Thank you. I bet you would like listening to the other songs on the album. I get nostalgic about the 80's.
I really like Beast in black, for me it's like electronic metal if that's even a thing, vocalist is quite good, tho perhaps this not the best song to show it
Personally I like the retro-synth mixed in - Beast in black are opening for Nightwish on most of the European tour so I'll get to see them later this year. The singer has crazy range but I agree I'd prefer him to keep to the lower register (as you'll have seen from a load of the comments - it'd be interesting to see your take on his version of Ghost love score, although not sure you'd like it based on the reaction here!)
Oh, you have got to listen to their song "From Hell with Love". And if you really want Cheesy, listen to: "Pumping Iron Power" by Grailknights. Kickass song, but all sorts of 90's cheese.
They gave you the cheese one, listen to the self title song BEAST IN BLACK FROM THE ALMBUM BERSERKER hopefully you react to this one and this band can be redeem to you ears!. Peace
I agree about the vocals. I prefer their song The Beast in Black from their first album because he doesn't sing as high. Their singer, Yannis Papadopoulos did a cover of Ghost Love Score on his RUclips channel.
Well I love Beast in Black. They're definitely a unique band, creating their own style, which mixes a lot of elements from the 80s with power metal, which I think is particularly amazing as I love them both. Finnish guitarist Anton, who composes and writes the songs, is heavily influenced by Judas Priest and Dio, most likely why he chose Yannis to be the lead singer. As for Yannis, I can't define him other than brilliant. He has a lot of music education, including a background in classical singing and opera. It's a shame that your first contact with this amazing band was through this song.
I think Beast in Black is best enjoyed as a kind-of-parody to the genre itself, a bit like Steel Panther in that way. I have mixed feelings about them as well. But Yannis (the singer) is amazing, seriously though. He actually has great control of his upper register, so he certainly goes for the exact sound you criticized on purpose. I can see why one might not like it, but it might be worth a second listen with a song where he has a different approach to set things in perspective. Is his vocal cover of Ghost Love Score already in the queue?
Aren't they the opening band on the Nightwish tour? I guess I'll find out in May in NYC. Going for Nightwish, not for B in B. I have heard several of their songs. Don't think they will dwarf Nightwish though...even without Marko.
I'm scared I'm going to have a heart attack on the Nightwish show I'm going to see in October, now that they've confirmed that BiB will be the guest. Nightwish is my favorite band and I'm loving BiB. Hpje listened to Moonlight Rendezvous about 1000 times today.
Again, I see you David Heretic! Totally agree and but looking forward to seeing them open for Nightwish in a couple weeks! That being said, I would LOVE to see you react to Ghost, anything off the Impera Album especially. Kaisarion, Twenties, Little sunshine. Anyway, I really love your reviews and interested to hear your take on them.
Bottom line: If you don’t dig the homage-to-the-eighties sound and/or Yannis’ voice, you aren’t going to like this band. I’m personally a huge fan, and they have much better songs than this in my opinion. Blind and Frozen is the usual starting point; Moonlight Rendezvous is also effing stellar.
Yeah they do sound very 80s. I personally don't think this song does them justice. There's always an electronic presence, but it not usually not this heavy. Also the vocals aren't usually quite this over the top. Compared to other songs this one sounds off kilter to me. So yeah it's a reasonable score, but don't judge them by this overall. Great reaction!
Yannis has in his personal channel some great covers including a nice iron maiden cover...and he is known for a style between Dio and Halford as inspirations go, as for animated connection... The song lyrics refer to the manga and anime Berserk as do many of their songs and the name of the band.
I get the 80’s vibe. Yannis has an incredible vocal range and clarity. Their sound is much heavier live, so I recommend that you listen to a live recording such as this one: ruclips.net/video/qWFO0v6xyX0/видео.html
I'm kinda here for this but I'm also wondering why I would listen to this when I have Battle Beast. Maybe it's like when you get an urge to watch the D&D movies when you've also got the LOTR movies.
New beast in black is too discostyle of to me. Old (Beast in black - beast in black -song is still good pure powermetal). but.. Another good Finnish (symphony/viking/death) metal : Ensiferum. React : Ensiferum - Rum, women victory. ((Sorry my english. I'm from metal-land Finland ;-))
I'm with you man. They are talented but they are too 80s / commercial /eurovision / scandinavian pop-metal. Everything I've heard from the band is either too cheesy or borderline power metal parody, but on a high technical level. And the name of the band adds to the missdirection of the listener. IT's as if they are trying to attract audiences from all parts of the spectrum.
They have better songs to honest, but the style is somewhat cheesy and weirdest thing it works. Now would I Blast this on my car windows down, eeesh. 😶🌫️🫣 Not really
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Also the singer of the band, Yannis Papadopoulos, is an incredibly talented singer. Has a huge vocal range, and did a pretty impressive cover of Nightwish's Ghost Love Score (at least in my opinion haha:D)
Yes, he has an incredible voice - in the studio! Live he can't (or should I say he doesn't want) to do the same (years ago his voice on the stage was much better - look at the older Blind and frozen versions). Only Floor and Noora are live as good (or even better!) as in studio. AND... there is a new female singer called Nele Messerschmidt from the German Symphonic Metal Band ELVELLON: Also she can deliver live at 100%! She can sing like Tarja AND Floor!!! 3 weeks ago she did a cover of Ghost Love Score (Floor version) - insane...!!!
@@michael.albinus I've heard Yannis like 2-3 years ago in Spain live and he was impressive, so im not so sure about this.
@@FlaskFlash Check him out doing the famous scream at the beginning of 'Blind and Frozen' two days ago in Toronto and then check out live versions from 3 or 4 years ago where he sung it in full length like in the studio version. I don't say he cannot do it anymore - I think he just doesn't want, which is sad... I'm not sure but I think he said something about it in an interview which I don't find anymore. ☹️
@michael.albinus clearly he doesn't want. But it's ok and reasonable when they're on tour and he doesn't want to lose his voice in 3 days... and the thing you're talking about is just a dynamic difference witch you would not notice live, only on a recording you find on youtube
@@michael.albinus I shaw him this year live and he was realy good live.
Their whole latest ablum was heavily inspired by Cyberpunk and 80s synth/powermetal. In interviews the founder has said that some of the inspirations have been blade runner and manga. The name Beast in black is a tribute to the Japanese manga and anime series Berserk. They are doing their own thing and are writing the music they want and feels inspiration for, So yeah they are a special nieche and I can very much understand that it is not everybodies cup of tea. I like them, their music fits very well when like driving somewhere and you just want something fun high octane to listen to.
"This screams of 80's music" No shit, Sherlock xD That was the whole point of their album, it's not like it was by accident but hey, not everyone can have good taste in music ;)
Hey thanks for reacting to my request. I personally really like this song, especially the lyrics and good solo. Beast In Black is kinda different from other bands for example like you mentioned the 80s style synth. Its different but its solid.
First time I heard someone talking "bad" about Yannis' voice. You MUST listen to Yannis' cover of 'Ghost Love Score' (Floor version) and you WILL change your mind about his voice! NO male singer can come as close to Floor as he did... About the song: It was one of their "weakest" ones, check out 'Blind and frozen' instead - mindblowing! I am sorry you had to react to THIS one, David :)
OMG, I just about spit my dinner out when you said "constipated Starscream". I'm never going to get that image and sound out of my head. Lol. I own this album, and I love it. Great reaction! Thank you. I bet you would like listening to the other songs on the album. I get nostalgic about the 80's.
If I recall correctly, the guitarist of this band used to be with Battle Beast. They had some differences and he ended up forming this band.
Not just be , he founded battle beast and wrote most of the songs on their first albums
I mean battle Beast was somewhat same kind when this dude was in that band. I think that was one of points of contest, among guitar solo parts
I really like Beast in black, for me it's like electronic metal if that's even a thing, vocalist is quite good, tho perhaps this not the best song to show it
Nice review. There is a video of this guy singing his version of Ghost love score from Nightwish. I think it would be a very, very nice react 🤣
I hesitate to even mention Battle Beast. 🤣
Personally I like the retro-synth mixed in - Beast in black are opening for Nightwish on most of the European tour so I'll get to see them later this year. The singer has crazy range but I agree I'd prefer him to keep to the lower register (as you'll have seen from a load of the comments - it'd be interesting to see your take on his version of Ghost love score, although not sure you'd like it based on the reaction here!)
Their first album was a lot less 80s / retro vibe, whereas their last 2 albums have been VEERY retro / synthwave / metal mixed together
Oh, you have got to listen to their song "From Hell with Love". And if you really want Cheesy, listen to: "Pumping Iron Power" by Grailknights. Kickass song, but all sorts of 90's cheese.
This song made me think of Eurovision. This song fits more in Europe than in North America. Different tastes.
They gave you the cheese one, listen to the self title song BEAST IN BLACK FROM THE ALMBUM BERSERKER hopefully you react to this one and this band can be redeem to you ears!. Peace
Hey David you need to check out dairy of Jane by breaking benjamin. Breaking benjamin is a seriously underrated band that needs more love
He already did this Song 👍😜
ruclips.net/video/xwWQU1pLMCU/видео.html
Hearing this song sounds like an 80s training Montague like from the karate kid or something. David's reaction had me rolling on the ground🤣
I am a 80s child, laughing my butt off too 🤣
I agree about the vocals. I prefer their song The Beast in Black from their first album because he doesn't sing as high.
Their singer, Yannis Papadopoulos did a cover of Ghost Love Score on his RUclips channel.
Beast in Black is way better. I also like No Surrender a lot. But I can't stand cheesy songs like Blind and Frozen...
Well I love Beast in Black. They're definitely a unique band, creating their own style, which mixes a lot of elements from the 80s with power metal, which I think is particularly amazing as I love them both. Finnish guitarist Anton, who composes and writes the songs, is heavily influenced by Judas Priest and Dio, most likely why he chose Yannis to be the lead singer. As for Yannis, I can't define him other than brilliant. He has a lot of music education, including a background in classical singing and opera. It's a shame that your first contact with this amazing band was through this song.
I think Beast in Black is best enjoyed as a kind-of-parody to the genre itself, a bit like Steel Panther in that way. I have mixed feelings about them as well. But Yannis (the singer) is amazing, seriously though. He actually has great control of his upper register, so he certainly goes for the exact sound you criticized on purpose. I can see why one might not like it, but it might be worth a second listen with a song where he has a different approach to set things in perspective.
Is his vocal cover of Ghost Love Score already in the queue?
I don't see it in the que.
Aren't they the opening band on the Nightwish tour? I guess I'll find out in May in NYC. Going for Nightwish, not for B in B. I have heard several of their songs. Don't think they will dwarf Nightwish though...even without Marko.
I'm scared I'm going to have a heart attack on the Nightwish show I'm going to see in October, now that they've confirmed that BiB will be the guest. Nightwish is my favorite band and I'm loving BiB. Hpje listened to Moonlight Rendezvous about 1000 times today.
Fun band with great fun songs 🤘 You need to hear more 😊
I guess songs like Beast in Black (aka Berserker) or No Surrender would be more to your liking. Avoid Blind and Frozen, that one's too cheesy.
Again, I see you David Heretic! Totally agree and but looking forward to seeing them open for Nightwish in a couple weeks! That being said, I would LOVE to see you react to Ghost, anything off the Impera Album especially. Kaisarion, Twenties, Little sunshine. Anyway, I really love your reviews and interested to hear your take on them.
Bottom line: If you don’t dig the homage-to-the-eighties sound and/or Yannis’ voice, you aren’t going to like this band. I’m personally a huge fan, and they have much better songs than this in my opinion. Blind and Frozen is the usual starting point; Moonlight Rendezvous is also effing stellar.
Love Beast in Black!! This is my favourite song of theirs even. I always embraced the cringe with BIB, it seems to be intentional in their songs.
isn't all of 80s music...cheesy as fuck? haha
Beast In Black - Zodd The Immortal please 🙏 it will completely change your mind...The vocalist is out of this world 🌍
My mind has already been changed after seeing them perform live.
Yeah they do sound very 80s. I personally don't think this song does them justice. There's always an electronic presence, but it not usually not this heavy. Also the vocals aren't usually quite this over the top. Compared to other songs this one sounds off kilter to me. So yeah it's a reasonable score, but don't judge them by this overall. Great reaction!
This was a fun review to watch. I expected you to give it a 5.5 score.
If you have that much trouble then your brains would do factory reset just by listening to Waltari.
Yannis has in his personal channel some great covers including a nice iron maiden cover...and he is known for a style between Dio and Halford as inspirations go, as for animated connection... The song lyrics refer to the manga and anime Berserk as do many of their songs and the name of the band.
if you read berserk those lyrics makes a whole lot more sense than without reading it
I get the 80’s vibe. Yannis has an incredible vocal range and clarity. Their sound is much heavier live, so I recommend that you listen to a live recording such as this one:
ruclips.net/video/qWFO0v6xyX0/видео.html
you're reaction is priceless
I'm kinda here for this but I'm also wondering why I would listen to this when I have Battle Beast. Maybe it's like when you get an urge to watch the D&D movies when you've also got the LOTR movies.
I love both in different ways, although there are more Beast in Black songs that I prefer.
80's style is coming back in several areas...because the 2010's mostly sucked, and 2020's isn't any better
New beast in black is too discostyle of to me. Old (Beast in black - beast in black -song is still good pure powermetal). but.. Another good Finnish (symphony/viking/death) metal : Ensiferum. React : Ensiferum - Rum, women victory. ((Sorry my english. I'm from metal-land Finland ;-))
The beast in black by beast in black is a heavier song by them
not bad.. the video kills the song though.
I feel like I'm being punked
please listen to this Band 🙂
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I personally am not a fan of this group. But I want to hear a professional musicians take on the song…thanks.
Then find a voice coach reaction :) those are always interesting to watch and they break down the music in an interesting way :)
Their song Blind and Frozen still has a 80's sound but better then this one.
I'm with you man. They are talented but they are too 80s / commercial /eurovision / scandinavian pop-metal.
Everything I've heard from the band is either too cheesy or borderline power metal parody, but on a high technical level.
And the name of the band adds to the missdirection of the listener.
IT's as if they are trying to attract audiences from all parts of the spectrum.
The name of the Band is based on an anime
They have better songs to honest, but the style is somewhat cheesy and weirdest thing it works. Now would I Blast this on my car windows down, eeesh. 😶🌫️🫣 Not really