🙏THANK YOU to everyone who have been leaving comments about the difference between china and splash cymbals! There were not that many cymbals when I was a drummer in 1974 🥁 YES, more ABR on the horizon.
My son and I both love what you do. He's 12 and completely understands and appreciates the art of music. He loves live shows. Through certain contacts of mine, he has been able to meet and hang out with groups after shows such as Saliva, Tantric, Hinder, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, and then some. He's hooked...lol. Oh and just a side note...He's a little jealous of my signed Maynard wine bottles on my bookshelf..lol. Anyway...love what you're doing here...we will continue to partake in your journey as far as you are willing to take us. Keep Rockin' my friend...aloha!!
Hey man, love your energy! Their new album Death Below is maybe their best imo. Could you do a reaction to The Cleansing or Backfire? I think you’ll really like them
I have a Gripe with Marianas Trench, the first 45 seconds, IMO is straight up KSE. The guitar tone, the chord progression, It’s a good song, it just don’t sound like ABR for a little bit Edit: sorry the first 1:07, not .45
ABR is probably one of the most influential bands in modern metal. I have been obsessed with them since I was a kid (I’m a drummer), and to this day they are still grinding and putting out positive and incredibly complex music. They are truly a gem
That’s a China cymbal that he’s destroying throughout. He does throw some splashes in there as well. It was kind of a meme back in the day how much the drummer used that China in this album. Not in a bad way or anything, but that thing took a beating for sure.
Their album "Constellations" is a masterclass in unique and varied metalcore composition. Mariana's Trench, Meddler, Whitewashed, Meridian, and Crusade are all masterpieces in their own right and are each very different.
The lyrics are a basically letter to some who cuts themselves (“roll down the sleeves, don’t let them see how you’ve coped”) and perhaps has suicidal ideation. It’s encouragement to not give up. “You have your whole life to lead.” Their front man started a mental health non-profit called Heart Support. I personally have used their resources!
03:34 That was a swell. The lead guitarist brought the composition to its height, along with the band. Then it expanded afterwards with rhythm. A calming affect.
Yesssss, what a great track from a great band - one of the OG metalcore bands. While they are mostly christian their lyrics aren't usually directly so, mostly just positive/uplifiting vibes. Killer live show for that same reason
@@stevenwood6939 yeah, but this song was released in 2007, when Jake had already been in for a year. Thanks for the useless knowledge that doesn't even pertain to the song or album or anything even relevant other than that they had 2 previous lead vocalists who barely made it a year and a half each.......
@Prentice Jones I would be like you're right, but when the first few albums are literally under the genre of Christian Metal then I don't think your argument holds water. And I love black metal and all kinds of heavier dirtier shit, so don't be like oh you Bible thumper.
haha. I almost don't believe that you actually enjoyed that, Geebz. But right on, man. August Burns Red is one of the most influential bands within their genre. They're absolute trailblazers. If you analyze another ABR song, I highly recommend "Creative Captivity." It's one of their most musically interesting songs, in my opinion, and a lot of it is instrumental. They also have instrumental versions of a number of their albums, which I recommend. The instrumental version of "Identity" is amazing.
Their song Redemption is one of the most powerful and moving songs I've ever heard. When positive metal is done right it's way better than the negative stuff.
ABR is my favorite metalcore band. They've been absolutely killing it for 20 years, and never disappoint. They are one of the most consistently great bands I've ever heard in my life. I also love that they always have hopeful, uplifting messaging in their songs. They describe the music they make as "angry music for happy people" and I couldn't agree more. I would recommend one of their newer tracks for next time, "The Frost". It's a great track!
Back Burner off that album is my fave but totally understandable if you choose another album of theirs for your next video. Glad to see your giving so ABR love!
Dang Geebz, you just took me down memory lane! I must have been 12 or 13 when this album came out and was really starting to find my love for music. This was one of the first "non commercial/popular" songs I had ever heard and was just instantly hooked. The drummers splash symbol is so iconic I always know if a song is made by August Burns Red just from hearing it lol. As for other songs, I'd really recommend Mariana's Trench, White Washed, or Defender
Their longevity as a band speaks to their consistency. No single member outshines another member, and they are in my opinion as a unit the best metalcore songwriters on the planet.
If you liked that, their album “Rescue and Restore” has LOADS of intricacy, china, dulcimer, lyrical depth, and even orchestral overlay. I would start, for this purpose, at “Echoes”. It’s well known for its 7/8 and movements between 5 and 7 time. The whole album is riddled with 5s, 7s, 9s, things that when played have a really cool hemiolic effect on the entire album. “Creative captivity” is a movement with a lot less vocals and a lot more dulcimer, trumpet, vibraphone, Marimba, other percussion instruments, etc. you should give it a try! Also been checking out your other videos, you sir have just made another subscriber! Keep up the awesome work!
okay for newer tracks i can recommend "identity" or "majoring in the minors" from the record "found in far away places" or "the frost" from "phantom anthem". The instrumental versions of these songs show the REAL beauty.
the cymbal sound on this album is one of my favorite things about it haha...also regarding the lyrics, I have one of their tour shirts that reads "angry music for happy people" thats always been their thing. definitely check out pretty much any song by them, I think Constellations and Leveler are still my fave records.
YEEEEEESSSS!!! Even though I'm not a huge fan of what they sound like right now, I'm sooooo stoked that you did this one!! Messengers and Constellations are absolute masterpieces and deserve a looot of appreciation. I agree that next one should be Mariana's Trench and I would love to see you react to one of their signature Christmas covers - cough cough Carol of the Bells - this Christmas 🤩
This song was what got me into metal. ABR came to my town when I was about 14 & one of my buddies drug me to the show and it did not disappoint. They've been back several times since & I've seen them every time!
August Burns Red is probably the most consistent metalcore band out there. They started off a little bit thrashier, and over time started experimenting more, iften throwing in bridges that are a totally different genre. This is their second album, and the first with their second vocalist, Jake Luhrs, who features on every album beyond this. If you are looking for their most experimental stuff, check out their album Rescue and Restore. Their album Phantom Anthem has a little bit of everything that they had done up until that point. Messengers and Constellations are their most popular albums by a fairly wide margin. Just a fan of the band and wanted to give some insight if you wished to navigate the bands music a little bit better.
These guys just kill it! I haven't found any song they've done that I don't just Love. Check out the album Guardians. Absolute Gem from start to finish. ✌️
Guardians is not loved enough. I love the OG albums but anyone telling you Guardians isn’t their most polished and beautiful album start to finish, is lying. I’m stoked for LP9!
Incredible song. Incredible band. The song that hooked me on these guys is called “Your little Suburbia in Ruins”. If you wanna revisit this band that’s a good one too.
August Burns Red has been a favorite of mine for over a decade now, it's so awesome to hear a fresh perspective from a professional like you! I also love that ABR knows their fans and puts out videos of Matt Greiner (the drummer) just doing his thing, he's incredible to watch.
August Burns Red is absolutely one of my personal favorite bands ever. They're definitely one of the best Metalcore bands out there alongside the likes of Killswitch Engage, As I Lay Dying and Misery Signals(another personal favorite band of mine). This song right here is considered one of their best and I am glad you are dissecting it and enjoyed it too. 😃
Absolutely love how so many of us are huge ABR fans. Such a dang good band! You are only scratching the surface on their discography, this is from their 2nd album, and each album has stuck with this formula and simultaneously somehow transcends each previous release. Seriously every song is just spot on but to name some: Meddler, Pangaea, Spirit Breaker, Ghost (was a grammy nominee), Everlasting Ending (my personal favorite ABR song) Lifeline, Lightouse. That's basically my favorite song from each consecutive release in their discography.
ABR is absolutely fantastic, and still keeps topping themselves every record, this is definitely their early days- I love this band to pick one or two songs for you to listen to, but I'd say listening to anything off of the following record to this, Constellation, is truly what "defined" ABR, at least in my eyes- but you really can't go wrong with just about anything they've made. One of the only bands on earth that's never had a "bad record" imo.
Ibhave seen this band many, many, times over the years. The fact that they perform their songs to absolute perfection and flawlessly live over and over again is amazing.
Theres something hard to explain about metal. You might come away with a somewhat tame experience from just a Spotify listen but trust me this is still being played live by them for a very good reason
An amazing and thorough song dissection for a deserving song and band. August Burns Red is my favorite band. They have such a great sound. Hope you do another ABR video. My recommendation would be Beauty in Tragedy; it's a bit of a deep cut compared to some of their more popular songs. Keep up the amazing content Geebz!
That is a China symbol and he has multiple different ones. This album and this drummer is what started that trend. This is hands down one of the most important and influential albums in modern metalcore.
Seen them live a couple times now, and would love to see you go on a journey across their discography. My favorite albums of theirs are Constellations and Found in Far Away Places, but you can't go wrong with any of them. Thanks for pumping out these videos!
Love it Geebz, these guys are awesome. So glad you were able to check them out. They're live shows sound Very close to the record. They're exquisite musicians.
I've been listening to metal for a long time and have never thought to describe vocals as "metal slam poetry" but that perfectly describes it in my opinion. I remember seeing these guys at local shows in central PA when I was a kid as they were coming up in the scene. Fast forward 20 years and I'm watching you react to them and it's taking me back to those times. Thank you Geebz!
I've seen them play this song live probably 10 different times now and they just hold it down with the bass during those parts where the guitars are harmonizing and also chugging underneath it and it for sure translates. They put on an AMAZING live show with an insane amount of energy while still being positive and fun.
WOOOOOO Ive been waiting for the day! I grew up listening to August Burns Red all throughout grade school. I fully understand why a lot of people enjoy the Messengers album but boy oh boy has this band stayed consistently good throughout all their years. If i had to give suggestions for another song: Defender, Invisible enemy (nominated for a Grammy), Internal Cannon, Poor Millionaire, Majoring In the Minors has a fun little change up in it, Blackwood, Thirty and Seven. Really anything off the Constellations album. My all time favorite song Black Sheep. I may get crucified for saying this but the remastered albums aren't quite as good as the originals. Thanks again Jeebz, you're the man brotha.
Oh my god, it is ABOUT TIME! This band is incredible and brings it with almost every song. One of their newer songs, Dangerous, is a killer track that will floor you with the transitions
Classic! I can never figure out if this album still holds up or if it’s just a bunch of cool riffs taped together, but it’s definitely one of the most fun albums from this era of metalcore.
ABR is favorite band for multiple reasons. Everyone member of the band is incredibly talented. The bassist, who you mentioned, is also a fantastic guitarist and plays guitar on many of the newer tracks and a few of the older ones. During live shows, he will switch to guitar and one of the guitarist will play bass for those songs. Speaking of live shows, they are fanatic live. I’ve seen them probably around 10 times. They have never disappointed and manage to keep the energy and passion up after doing this for almost 20 years. They continue to grow as musicians and as a band. The thing I love about them, though, is even while experimenting with newer styles, they have managed to stay true to their roots as a band and what us fans love their music for.
You definitely need to check out their songs with traditional breaks like Separating the Seas, Majoring in the Minors or Creative Capacity! They are excellent at unexpected transitions into non-metal sections that somehow fit the songs so well. Awesome reaction! Cant wait for the next one
Thank you for getting to this band! They sound just as good live, it's incredible. I would recommend the final song of their 2005 Thrill Seeker album: The Seventh Trumpet.
Such a good album and band. The lyrics are so uplifting and the band is so energetic. Not to often do I really get into the lyrics of metalcore bands but the positivity they bring just pulls me in to scream along. "Wave goodbye to the past, you've got your whole life to lead." For example is a great line. Keep pushing forward and don't dwell on the past.
So happy to see you do one by ABR! The other commenters are correct that these guys have been one of the most influential metalcore bands for the past 20 years. This song was the first one tracked for the album, and Matt's drums were done on the first take - quite impressive considering he started playing drums only 4 years prior. He laid the tracks for this album in 2 days!
Heck yes! I remember being showed this song back in the late 00s, that at point the heaviest band I listened to was probably Disturbed, so this was an eye opener to me. And good god it's still as motivating as it ever was, that China cymbal gets smashed to pieces and it's awesome.
Finally ABR! You talk about theater of the mind in some of your videos and they definitely incorporate it in their music. The song that initially come to mind for this are Marianas Trench, Majoring in the Minors, and Coordinates.
This was my favorite band and song growing up I was in high school when they were popular and totally influenced me to learn drums . “Wave goodbye to the pst, you’ve got your whole life to lead.” Is tattood on my ribs , and rightfully so! Absolutely love the review . Glad to know they are still touring and I was right when picking my favorite band heheheh
This was a mid 2000’s metalcore that the emocore’s loved…and the message of the song was for those who don’t feel well, to fight the voices of loneliness in their heads, to seek friends. This is good clinical advice to anyone feeling depression or loneliness
Yes!! One of the many reasons I favor ABR more than any other metalcore band is because their music is so layered and technical. I like your description of "melodic metalcore". So true!! Would be great to see you review Paramount.
Thanks for the throwback, Geebz. We used to cover this song a lot in the bands I was in. ABR have been very influential to me and my friends. I've since moved on from that sound, but yeah this definitely still bangs!! 🤘
Their live show is a spectacle. I’ve seen them closer to ten times and they never fail. They are all humble dudes, who love their “job”. They provide a great fan service. Just to show you the scope of their musicianship I would suggest checking out Constellations album in general and especially meridian.
ABR absolute Metalcore legends. Pushed the envelope of musicianship for Metalcore music. When someone asks me what a breakdown is I tell them to go listen to Messengers. Literally the staple of breakdowns
ABR really got me into metal and I've seen them live several times. Great shows and the band members are some of the nicest people you'll ever meet. Even though my taste in metal has shifted a bit, I still know the lyrics to most of their songs. My recommendations for this band would be: Mariana's Trench, Indonesia, Internal Cannon, Identity and Carpe Diem. On another note, I can't believe you haven't reacted to the band, Thrice, yet. Anyway, thank you for taking the time to make these videos. It's educational as well as really fun to see someone else journey through all these different bands.
🙏THANK YOU to everyone who have been leaving comments about the difference between china and splash cymbals! There were not that many cymbals when I was a drummer in 1974 🥁 YES, more ABR on the horizon.
My son and I both love what you do. He's 12 and completely understands and appreciates the art of music. He loves live shows. Through certain contacts of mine, he has been able to meet and hang out with groups after shows such as Saliva, Tantric, Hinder, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, and then some. He's hooked...lol. Oh and just a side note...He's a little jealous of my signed Maynard wine bottles on my bookshelf..lol. Anyway...love what you're doing here...we will continue to partake in your journey as far as you are willing to take us. Keep Rockin' my friend...aloha!!
Hey man, love your energy! Their new album Death Below is maybe their best imo. Could you do a reaction to The Cleansing or Backfire? I think you’ll really like them
Also Geebz, I feel like you would really enjoy Mariana’s Trench by August Burns Red as well.
Yes! Or white washed
Rationalist is another heater from that album
Basically, he’d like everything on Constellations, Messengers, Leveler, and Rescue and Restore
I have a Gripe with Marianas Trench, the first 45 seconds, IMO is straight up KSE. The guitar tone, the chord progression,
It’s a good song, it just don’t sound like ABR for a little bit
Edit: sorry the first 1:07, not .45
That whole album is amazing. Meridian is one of my favorite songs of all time.
ABR is probably one of the most influential bands in modern metal. I have been obsessed with them since I was a kid (I’m a drummer), and to this day they are still grinding and putting out positive and incredibly complex music. They are truly a gem
Matt is a god level drummer.
Greiner was a huge influence in me picking up the sticks too. Love that writing
Facts!
Absolute metal gods
Greiner and Aaron Gillespie are the reason I ever wanted to play drums in the first place
That’s a China cymbal that he’s destroying throughout. He does throw some splashes in there as well. It was kind of a meme back in the day how much the drummer used that China in this album. Not in a bad way or anything, but that thing took a beating for sure.
This album name should be changed to "Death of the china cymbal"
Godbless that china. Signature sound for ABR back in the day. And ridiculously good mixing/mastering.
Instead of more cowbell MORE CHINA
August Burns Red basically invented the "beat the shit out of the china" kind of breakdowns ^^
Greatest sounding China cymbal ever recorded!
Their album "Constellations" is a masterclass in unique and varied metalcore composition. Mariana's Trench, Meddler, Whitewashed, Meridian, and Crusade are all masterpieces in their own right and are each very different.
You should check out the song Meddler by them. That song has probably one of the best riffs in all of Metal IMO
Yes.
my favorite song of all time, he needs to check it out
Facts
The lyrics are a basically letter to some who cuts themselves (“roll down the sleeves, don’t let them see how you’ve coped”) and perhaps has suicidal ideation. It’s encouragement to not give up. “You have your whole life to lead.”
Their front man started a mental health non-profit called Heart Support. I personally have used their resources!
Hey man, hope you're doing better now brother, keep you're chin up dude! Much love to you
@@YewGassed Thanks! I am doing so much better, thanks!
Hope youre still doing good homie
@@ceaurchin I’m doing so much better, I’ve been off of antidepressants for 3 years now! Thank you for checking. 🙏🏼
03:34 That was a swell. The lead guitarist brought the composition to its height, along with the band. Then it expanded afterwards with rhythm. A calming affect.
Please react to the Zildjian live session with this drummer!! It’s so good and right up your alley
Yesssss, what a great track from a great band - one of the OG metalcore bands. While they are mostly christian their lyrics aren't usually directly so, mostly just positive/uplifiting vibes. Killer live show for that same reason
I went last month, tore the cartilage in between three ribs lol. Took foootreevvver to heal. Hahaha, but they are amazing.
I mean, this album doesnt even feature the original vocalist. Technically, this is the third vocalist.
@@stevenwood6939 yeah, but this song was released in 2007, when Jake had already been in for a year.
Thanks for the useless knowledge that doesn't even pertain to the song or album or anything even relevant other than that they had 2 previous lead vocalists who barely made it a year and a half each.......
@@thomasflynn731 i tore my meniscus back in 2015 during their frozen flame tour lol
@Prentice Jones I would be like you're right, but when the first few albums are literally under the genre of Christian Metal then I don't think your argument holds water. And I love black metal and all kinds of heavier dirtier shit, so don't be like oh you Bible thumper.
This was the band that turned me on to Metalcore about 15 years ago. Made my mind completely explode as a kid.
haha. I almost don't believe that you actually enjoyed that, Geebz. But right on, man. August Burns Red is one of the most influential bands within their genre. They're absolute trailblazers. If you analyze another ABR song, I highly recommend "Creative Captivity." It's one of their most musically interesting songs, in my opinion, and a lot of it is instrumental. They also have instrumental versions of a number of their albums, which I recommend. The instrumental version of "Identity" is amazing.
This is probably in my top 5 for best melodic metalcore songs of all time. Glad to see you cover it.
Yeah same here. Composure is one if my all time favorite songs.
Same! First riff I ever learned was off this song
Their song Redemption is one of the most powerful and moving songs I've ever heard. When positive metal is done right it's way better than the negative stuff.
ABR is my favorite metalcore band. They've been absolutely killing it for 20 years, and never disappoint. They are one of the most consistently great bands I've ever heard in my life. I also love that they always have hopeful, uplifting messaging in their songs. They describe the music they make as "angry music for happy people" and I couldn't agree more. I would recommend one of their newer tracks for next time, "The Frost". It's a great track!
They're currently recording another. Can't wait.
Couldn't agree more. There are so many good tracks on phantom anthem. The Frost, Coordinates, Invisible Enemy, Dangerous
I always tell people, just bc he's yelling doesn't mean he's angry, lol.
Back Burner off that album is my fave but totally understandable if you choose another album of theirs for your next video. Glad to see your giving so ABR love!
The end of that song is probably my favorite breakdown of theirs of all time.
I enjoy that song too :o
If you turn up Backburner loud enough at the 3:09 mark, someone says, “Oh shit!”
Time to get into Misery Signals, the other pioneers of progressive metalcore.
I would like to say, ABR is I think the only metal band with Christmas albums. Let me tell you metal christmas songs slapp!
One of the greatest metalcore drummers of all time Matt Griner
Dang Geebz, you just took me down memory lane! I must have been 12 or 13 when this album came out and was really starting to find my love for music. This was one of the first "non commercial/popular" songs I had ever heard and was just instantly hooked. The drummers splash symbol is so iconic I always know if a song is made by August Burns Red just from hearing it lol.
As for other songs, I'd really recommend Mariana's Trench, White Washed, or Defender
I jammed this song on repeat when I stopped drinking booze. This is an all time favorite for me. Glad you enjoyed it!!
Their longevity as a band speaks to their consistency. No single member outshines another member, and they are in my opinion as a unit the best metalcore songwriters on the planet.
ABR are some metalcore OGs and they're still top tier!
If you liked that, their album “Rescue and Restore” has LOADS of intricacy, china, dulcimer, lyrical depth, and even orchestral overlay. I would start, for this purpose, at “Echoes”. It’s well known for its 7/8 and movements between 5 and 7 time. The whole album is riddled with 5s, 7s, 9s, things that when played have a really cool hemiolic effect on the entire album. “Creative captivity” is a movement with a lot less vocals and a lot more dulcimer, trumpet, vibraphone, Marimba, other percussion instruments, etc. you should give it a try! Also been checking out your other videos, you sir have just made another subscriber! Keep up the awesome work!
Not even kidding, Rescue and Restore saved my life, came out when I was in a terrible spot in life, helped me feel less alone for some reason
I'm so happy you finally got around to August Burns Red. These guys are amazing.
okay for newer tracks i can recommend "identity" or "majoring in the minors" from the record "found in far away places" or "the frost" from "phantom anthem". The instrumental versions of these songs show the REAL beauty.
Agreed. Any of the “reprise” versions of their songs are incredible.
the cymbal sound on this album is one of my favorite things about it haha...also regarding the lyrics, I have one of their tour shirts that reads "angry music for happy people" thats always been their thing. definitely check out pretty much any song by them, I think Constellations and Leveler are still my fave records.
You should hear their Christmas albums. Epic!
YEEEEEESSSS!!! Even though I'm not a huge fan of what they sound like right now, I'm sooooo stoked that you did this one!! Messengers and Constellations are absolute masterpieces and deserve a looot of appreciation. I agree that next one should be Mariana's Trench and I would love to see you react to one of their signature Christmas covers - cough cough Carol of the Bells - this Christmas 🤩
This song was what got me into metal. ABR came to my town when I was about 14 & one of my buddies drug me to the show and it did not disappoint. They've been back several times since & I've seen them every time!
August Burns Red is probably the most consistent metalcore band out there. They started off a little bit thrashier, and over time started experimenting more, iften throwing in bridges that are a totally different genre. This is their second album, and the first with their second vocalist, Jake Luhrs, who features on every album beyond this.
If you are looking for their most experimental stuff, check out their album Rescue and Restore. Their album Phantom Anthem has a little bit of everything that they had done up until that point. Messengers and Constellations are their most popular albums by a fairly wide margin. Just a fan of the band and wanted to give some insight if you wished to navigate the bands music a little bit better.
August Burns red is a very important band to me thank you for Decomposing one of their songs! I would recommend that you check out their song 'bones'
This is my favorite metal song of all time! Great reaction/breakdown Geebz! You would love Meddler by August Burns Red!
These guys just kill it! I haven't found any song they've done that I don't just Love. Check out the album Guardians. Absolute Gem from start to finish. ✌️
Guardians is not loved enough. I love the OG albums but anyone telling you Guardians isn’t their most polished and beautiful album start to finish, is lying. I’m stoked for LP9!
Guardians is definitely special.
Love the channel and the fact you're so open to all types of music. Great vibes, good sir. Hope you have a great 2022.
Was just listening to this song yesterday. Absolute banger 🔥🔥
It's still so good after all these years. Crazy.
Incredible song. Incredible band. The song that hooked me on these guys is called “Your little Suburbia in Ruins”. If you wanna revisit this band that’s a good one too.
August Burns Red has been a favorite of mine for over a decade now, it's so awesome to hear a fresh perspective from a professional like you!
I also love that ABR knows their fans and puts out videos of Matt Greiner (the drummer) just doing his thing, he's incredible to watch.
Musicianship + poetic and emotional lyrics = ABR’s whole discography
August Burns Red is absolutely one of my personal favorite bands ever. They're definitely one of the best Metalcore bands out there alongside the likes of Killswitch Engage, As I Lay Dying and Misery Signals(another personal favorite band of mine).
This song right here is considered one of their best and I am glad you are dissecting it and enjoyed it too. 😃
Absolutely love how so many of us are huge ABR fans. Such a dang good band!
You are only scratching the surface on their discography, this is from their 2nd album, and each album has stuck with this formula and simultaneously somehow transcends each previous release. Seriously every song is just spot on but to name some: Meddler, Pangaea, Spirit Breaker, Ghost (was a grammy nominee), Everlasting Ending (my personal favorite ABR song) Lifeline, Lightouse. That's basically my favorite song from each consecutive release in their discography.
Banger song on an even better and historic album. One of those that I constantly find myself going back to. Thanks for another great vid!
ABR is absolutely fantastic, and still keeps topping themselves every record, this is definitely their early days- I love this band to pick one or two songs for you to listen to, but I'd say listening to anything off of the following record to this, Constellation, is truly what "defined" ABR, at least in my eyes- but you really can't go wrong with just about anything they've made. One of the only bands on earth that's never had a "bad record" imo.
Ibhave seen this band many, many, times over the years. The fact that they perform their songs to absolute perfection and flawlessly live over and over again is amazing.
Theres something hard to explain about metal. You might come away with a somewhat tame experience from just a Spotify listen but trust me this is still being played live by them for a very good reason
Geebz, overall you're going to love these guys whole discography. So much musicianship. Much love dude!
August Burns Red is so freaking incredible. You could get endless reaction content with them
I love ABR, saw them live last year and they were so good, such a heavy but catchy band
An amazing and thorough song dissection for a deserving song and band. August Burns Red is my favorite band. They have such a great sound. Hope you do another ABR video. My recommendation would be Beauty in Tragedy; it's a bit of a deep cut compared to some of their more popular songs. Keep up the amazing content Geebz!
A band that was way ahead of their time. They never put out a bad song. Such a great band!
The longevity of this band is quite impressive
That is a China symbol and he has multiple different ones. This album and this drummer is what started that trend. This is hands down one of the most important and influential albums in modern metalcore.
Seen them live a couple times now, and would love to see you go on a journey across their discography. My favorite albums of theirs are Constellations and Found in Far Away Places, but you can't go wrong with any of them. Thanks for pumping out these videos!
Before I even watch the video, YES!!!!! I'm so happy that you started on ABR. They have so much good material for you.
I'd highly recommend checking out their song Ghosts. Its very dark and melodic and has more of a journey from start to finish
Geeebz one song I would highly recommend from this band is Bones by August Burns Red heard it one time and got hooked
Love it Geebz, these guys are awesome. So glad you were able to check them out. They're live shows sound Very close to the record. They're exquisite musicians.
Thank you Geebz
I've been listening to metal for a long time and have never thought to describe vocals as "metal slam poetry" but that perfectly describes it in my opinion.
I remember seeing these guys at local shows in central PA when I was a kid as they were coming up in the scene. Fast forward 20 years and I'm watching you react to them and it's taking me back to those times. Thank you Geebz!
Love reading the comments seeing how influential August Burns Red has been for people. So true! Do a few more songs! 👍🏻👍🏻
Finalllllyyyyyy ABR!!! Let's go!! Please do more by them. I may or may not have requested them before on other videos 😁
What you listen on the record is exactly the same you hear live! No change, no trick, pure instrument… the drummer is an animal!
Love you man, their rthymns are crazy and change up alot. Keep up all the vids!!!!
I've seen them play this song live probably 10 different times now and they just hold it down with the bass during those parts where the guitars are harmonizing and also chugging underneath it and it for sure translates. They put on an AMAZING live show with an insane amount of energy while still being positive and fun.
WOOOOOO Ive been waiting for the day! I grew up listening to August Burns Red all throughout grade school. I fully understand why a lot of people enjoy the Messengers album but boy oh boy has this band stayed consistently good throughout all their years. If i had to give suggestions for another song: Defender, Invisible enemy (nominated for a Grammy), Internal Cannon, Poor Millionaire, Majoring In the Minors has a fun little change up in it, Blackwood, Thirty and Seven. Really anything off the Constellations album. My all time favorite song Black Sheep. I may get crucified for saying this but the remastered albums aren't quite as good as the originals.
Thanks again Jeebz, you're the man brotha.
Oh my god, it is ABOUT TIME! This band is incredible and brings it with almost every song. One of their newer songs, Dangerous, is a killer track that will floor you with the transitions
Classic! I can never figure out if this album still holds up or if it’s just a bunch of cool riffs taped together, but it’s definitely one of the most fun albums from this era of metalcore.
This was the first metalcore song/band that I found all on my own when I was 13. Changed my life lmao
My fav band for life been listening since they first came on the scene
ABR is favorite band for multiple reasons. Everyone member of the band is incredibly talented. The bassist, who you mentioned, is also a fantastic guitarist and plays guitar on many of the newer tracks and a few of the older ones. During live shows, he will switch to guitar and one of the guitarist will play bass for those songs. Speaking of live shows, they are fanatic live. I’ve seen them probably around 10 times. They have never disappointed and manage to keep the energy and passion up after doing this for almost 20 years. They continue to grow as musicians and as a band. The thing I love about them, though, is even while experimenting with newer styles, they have managed to stay true to their roots as a band and what us fans love their music for.
Loved this reaction! Keep doing them ! Did not expect an ABR reaction!
You definitely need to check out their songs with traditional breaks like Separating the Seas, Majoring in the Minors or Creative Capacity! They are excellent at unexpected transitions into non-metal sections that somehow fit the songs so well. Awesome reaction! Cant wait for the next one
So happy you did this song I grew up listening to this band one of my all times favorites!
Thank you for getting to this band! They sound just as good live, it's incredible. I would recommend the final song of their 2005 Thrill Seeker album: The Seventh Trumpet.
Such a good album and band. The lyrics are so uplifting and the band is so energetic. Not to often do I really get into the lyrics of metalcore bands but the positivity they bring just pulls me in to scream along. "Wave goodbye to the past, you've got your whole life to lead." For example is a great line. Keep pushing forward and don't dwell on the past.
Of of my favorite songs by them is “Provision” from the album “Rescue & Restore”
I love them! So glad you decided to check them out.
So happy to see you do one by ABR! The other commenters are correct that these guys have been one of the most influential metalcore bands for the past 20 years. This song was the first one tracked for the album, and Matt's drums were done on the first take - quite impressive considering he started playing drums only 4 years prior. He laid the tracks for this album in 2 days!
Heck yes!
I remember being showed this song back in the late 00s, that at point the heaviest band I listened to was probably Disturbed, so this was an eye opener to me.
And good god it's still as motivating as it ever was, that China cymbal gets smashed to pieces and it's awesome.
They played a show at Hawaiian Brian’s a few years back and the crowd broke the stage haha. They had a more recent show at the republik and killed it
I would LOVE to see August Burns Red - Beauty in Tragedy. One of the most amazing, most angelic songs I have ever listened to. Amazing composition.
This drummer is on another level of insane... i can't believe how fluid he is.
Finally ABR! You talk about theater of the mind in some of your videos and they definitely incorporate it in their music. The song that initially come to mind for this are Marianas Trench, Majoring in the Minors, and Coordinates.
Phenomenal guys. Matt Greiner is my son's drum teacher and he's an absolutely amazing person.
Their entire discography is amazing
This was my favorite band and song growing up I was in high school when they were popular and totally influenced me to learn drums . “Wave goodbye to the pst, you’ve got your whole life to lead.” Is tattood on my ribs , and rightfully so!
Absolutely love the review . Glad to know they are still touring and I was right when picking my favorite band heheheh
This was a mid 2000’s metalcore that the emocore’s loved…and the message of the song was for those who don’t feel well, to fight the voices of loneliness in their heads, to seek friends.
This is good clinical advice to anyone feeling depression or loneliness
Yes!! One of the many reasons I favor ABR more than any other metalcore band is because their music is so layered and technical. I like your description of "melodic metalcore". So true!! Would be great to see you review Paramount.
I'm so happy you've discovered ABR.
This album was one of three main albums in my teenagers that changed my life forever.
Thanks for the throwback, Geebz. We used to cover this song a lot in the bands I was in. ABR have been very influential to me and my friends. I've since moved on from that sound, but yeah this definitely still bangs!! 🤘
Its the double pedal on the drums that makes it metalcore along with melodic guitar riffs
These guys are the real deal. Extremely technical and master class musicians.
Their live show is a spectacle. I’ve seen them closer to ten times and they never fail. They are all humble dudes, who love their “job”. They provide a great fan service. Just to show you the scope of their musicianship I would suggest checking out Constellations album in general and especially meridian.
Fun fact about ABR, they are just as clean and crisp at their live shows. Fucking crystal clear
I’ve been waiting for this video, ABR is my favorite band and that’s such a good album too
ABR absolute Metalcore legends. Pushed the envelope of musicianship for Metalcore music. When someone asks me what a breakdown is I tell them to go listen to Messengers. Literally the staple of breakdowns
Hell yeah Geebz!! Welcome to the club, I’ve recommended Anodyne Sea by As I Lay Dying before and you would get a kick out of that song. Awwlright
One song by them I bet you'd really enjoy is Echos. Its a definite evolution from the sound on their Messengers album.
ABR really got me into metal and I've seen them live several times. Great shows and the band members are some of the nicest people you'll ever meet. Even though my taste in metal has shifted a bit, I still know the lyrics to most of their songs. My recommendations for this band would be: Mariana's Trench, Indonesia, Internal Cannon, Identity and Carpe Diem.
On another note, I can't believe you haven't reacted to the band, Thrice, yet.
Anyway, thank you for taking the time to make these videos. It's educational as well as really fun to see someone else journey through all these different bands.
What you hear in studio is what you'll hear live, they are phenomenal live