The more I listen to the song the more I get the genre switch at the end. Especially listening to how the vocals are delivered specifically on the line "I've got a river running right into you." The first half it's almost live he's angry about, being controlling or yearning for something, the jazzy part when that part comes in he's singing it in full confidence. It's like watching a person's mindset about a relationship (or whatever it may be) change completely.
thank you for not saying any names. I know some people dove into that but the band wants to be anonymous so that the focus is on the music and not them which I think is awesome and I highly respect.
Agreed. What’s great about it even being out tho is the singer doesn’t have a public profile, nor any more media content like live videos (atleast anymore, besides like 2 videos from his old project), so most people don’t even know what he looks like anymore. Which is funny bc he hangs out in the crowd a lot at shows and no one even recognizes him😂
@@KardavoxAcademy love that you respect that. Hate that a RUclips channel recently made a video exposing his identity publicly even tho the information was already out there, but just wasn’t talked about among the community. There are fans who are devoted to not finding out his identity which shows how much people truly care about Sleep Token. It really is more about the music than the musicians and that’s what they strive for
@@jctheii I don't understand making a whole ass RUclips video exposing the members, that's such a shitty thing to do. Like, I know who a few members are, but like...keep it to yourself. You're a shitty fan if you're out here going against the band's wishes.
Fun fact, the guitarist (known as IV) actually does some of the screaming for this song! During their live performances you can see him scream along with Vessel (the main vocalist)!
@@evanhicks3980 while I appreciate the knowledge, a big part of the band’s identity is that they’re anonymous. It’s easy to find out who they are if you look hard enough, but most people don’t want to know who they are. The band members are anonymous for a reason.
I know you say a lot in this video, as well as others, that you're not gonna comment much on the cleans because you're primarily a harsh vocalist. I just wanted you to know that I, and I'll bet others, actually really appreciate the insight you give on cleans. I find it really enjoyable (like when you did Don Broco). It's nice to have different content. Just thought I'd say, you have great comments on cleans too, so don't sell yourself short.
@@KardavoxAcademy I agree with this whole-heartedly, to the point that I would love to see you react to some songs from Dance Gavin Dance's album Jackpot Juicer
I am one who has worked in the industry for a lil' while. And I can't count how many people know who the identities are and have kept their mouth shut. I've been with a few people who have let it slip in casual conversation when talking about the band but every person who learns actually keeps it to themselves. Proud of the community for this one.
@@kionaramirez they’re not really hiding it when it’s on PRS… I think because of this, people respect that it’s an act and preserver that it’s special (like actors in films)
I usually love changes like that, I don't know why that one set me off kilter a bit. Either way, they are craftsman of what they do, even if it isn't as much my jam
@KardavoxAcademy I was kinda caught off by it my first few listens as well. For me, it was the amount of time between it and the rest of the song. I love the ambiance and I love the funk, but it was just so disconnected.
I think they are trying to do too much in one go. There is nu metal vocals, there is growls and screams, there is your pop part, and dreamy ambient. Essentially it's pop music with some ambient and djenty arrangements. Individually these parts sounds good, love the solo, love the heavy drops, love the reverb part, but overall these cancel each other out. The breathing and the pop vocals don't seem genuine though, with all the high production quality, it's all too contrived. Also, can we talk about lyrics ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ : "Oh, and my love Did I mistake you for a sign from God Or are you really here to cut me off? Or maybe just to turn me on Cause these days I would be lying if I told you that I didn't wish that I could be your man Or maybe make a good girl bad" Anyway, call me old fashioned, but I like my music way more raw. Pass for me.
@@KardavoxAcademy I had a similar response the first time I heard this song but now that I've listened to this song countless times, it's one of my favourite things they've done. It's a grower for sure
You know, they weren't my thing at all at first but after their recent singles I'm obsessed. Went back and listened to their previous album all the way. The REALLY grew on me. Vessel's voice is liquid gold.
@@Confusion7182 That has happened to a lot of us the ST fans. Back then when Sundowning was being released, only The offering got me hyped, but nowadays I could hear Sundowning without skiping a single track the whole day for sure.
Same here. The new singles got me into them (as did Will Ramos), but I went back and listened to the two previous albums. Sobbed all the way through the last half of Sundowning, and all the way through TPWBYT.
Just know that for most ST fans, people not liking their stuff is fine. They're an aquired taste, truthfully, but once you get them it just sticks. Very cool vid, loved the analysis.
That's on point with my experience. At first I respected it, but still wasn't really my thing. Now, I'm a full on fan. The new singles really set it off. I swear you could make a "Sexy Time" Playlist based off Sleep Token alone 🤣
This was my first intro to Sleep Token and it took me two listens to Get It, then I went back and binged Sundowning and This Place Will Become Your Tomb. I do have to say, even though I think Vessel has always been a very talented vocalist, it is VERY evident that he's been working with a vocal coach between albums. His vocals in all of the new singles are NUTS, and I get rly excited when an artist with a lot of skill will STILL put in the work to hone their craft, even if they were talented enough to skate by without the additional practice/work. Again, Vessel's vocal ability has always been VERY good, but he decided to become even BETTER and I have mad respect for that. Also this was a rly cool video on learning about screaming and such!
Agreed! Even hearing videos of his live performance from the beginning of 2023 to the end, the control he has over his tone and pitch is insane. He's put a TON of work into his vocals and it shows beautifully. I love the passion he has for it.
This is the song that made me a Sleep Token fan. I wasn't super impressed before (Obviously they are good) but they were never my cup of tea until this song. Now I've gone back and appreciate their other songs much more, mostly Alkaline.
This is the most educational reaction I’ve seen for this song. Honest to god, getting into this band has taught me so much about music which is great because I want to write music eventually. I’ve got Ideas
Thank you so much for not talking over the music and just pausing it when you want to talk. 95% of the other RUclips reactors need to learn how to do this.
Love how you turn a reaction and analysis video into a vocal lesson, you always have great insights about the songs and the techniques used and how to incorporate that into your own work. Even if the song doesn't click with you completely there's still something to learn and appreciate. 🤘
First time viewer of your content here. I have (unsuccessfully) been trying for 10 years to find my voice instead of mimicking others when I sing along to songs. When I record my own music, it just sounds like crap cause different words will come out like a pitchy version of different artists. What I really wanna say is that I love the way your explaining and breaking down how the sounds work and how to make them. I'm definitely subcribing to this channel and very much look forward to viewing more of your content. BTW I learned more about finding my own voice in this video than I have from the past 100+ vocal tutorial videos over the years and I thank you so much for that.
Even just your super basic lesson on your singing being your speaking voice actually upped my game significantly after a good hour of playing with it. Blew my own mind, thank you so much!
The reason I like Sleep Token is something about the way they share the **trauma** - hits me right in my own on top of their music and the vocals just hitting me deep in the like etherial musical vibe. It's almost like ASMR if ASMR was music. idk how to describe it. Especially when they incorporate snaps, my ears go brr. Like 'levitate', just makes me cry every single time. Hits me somewhere deep in my dark soul and I love it.
I'm usually into heavier subgenres of metal and harsher vocals, but Sleep Token has been my favorite band since the first song I heard. I don't know what exactly the magic is, but I'm into it. I'm glad you did a Sleep Token video, even though clean vocals aren't your particular career expertise.
I really enjoyed watching this video. First time watching a video from you and I learned quite a bit, this was pretty cool. I love Sleep Token, their new music has me absolutely stunned and amazed. Thanks for giving them a second chance!
That switch up at the end is what got me hooked, I was just scrolling through Tik Tok and I saw one of Nik Nocturnal reacting to the end and I immediately thought "I gotta listen to the rest". I'd heard of them in passing but just never listened to anything from them and now after this song they have a death grip on me. I sent this song to a friend and she said the end section was pure baby making music, perfect description honestly lmao
Whoop whoop! Thanks for the video. Glad you’re able to invest so heavily in parenting. We’ll be here for ya. Always grateful for your thoughts and experience. I learn a lot and it helps me appreciate the music at a deeper level than on my own. Peace & Love. 💚✌️
Ok. I got a number of things from this video. I got a nice vocal breakdown of the song with tips on how to develop my own voice. I got a nice education on the difference and similarities between clean singing and harsh singing. And I got a slam dunk D&D reference that pretty much summed up my thoughts on finding my own voice. Bravo! Thanks for the vid.
It was crazy for me to wake up one day and see Sleep Token drop a new song out of nowhere. Then the next day they dropped another one. Then two more songs in as many weeks. Good year for Sleep Token fans.
love your voice on this cover, its nice to see this side of you. October Ends dropped Dark, and I immediately thought of you covering it. Please make it happen!
Honestly I want to say thank you, my daughter is about a year old now and is still a handful. But whenever she needs a laugh, all I have to do is practice some growls and headbang in front of her and she absolutely loses it. So again thank you for showing me some proper and lasting techniques to help keep my voice in tact and keep her smiling and laughing.
Another win for the RUclips algorithm. I'd not heard of Sleep Token until yesterday, and I'd never heard of Kardavox Academy. As for Sleep Token... not sure what to make of that, and the jury is still out. Re your content, informative, engaging, and helpful! Kudos, mate.
I appreciate the Call of Cthulhu reference at the end, and I honestly have trouble believing I will ever be able to sing well. I kinda made a bet that one of these days when I am more comfortable with my clean singing I'll get harsh vocal lessons from you. Love the content!
This band is one of my favorite bands of all time. I completely respect when someone is able to say this isn't for me but they see the talent and that they are good. Music taste is subjective and opinion based but seeing the talent in a band isn't. Thanks for the reaction.
No one explains vocals like you do. It’s so easy to understand and actually fascinating. Most of us go through life not thinking about how our voice works and/or what we can do with it it simply is. Speaking of vocals my daughter is interested in what she calls “monster voices” and has used them since she was 4 lol. I think she may be a natural screamer. Lessons may be up next if she wants to.
His vocals are beautiful, haunting, and mesmerizing, the lyrics and hooks are top shelf. The drummer is an absolute beast with the flow and chops. Can listen to his drum kit tone all day. I enjoy death metal as my primary music source, but Sleep Token has definitely hypnotized me (that track by them is sick too 😂) with their overall music composition.
The first months with a baby can be a lot, the great thing is that the more your baby grows the more autonomy it gets ! Wait and see the energy you'll get back once he or she starts getting a full night of sleep, and once she or he learns to sit and crawl ! Thanks for the video and good luck with the father duty
The lead singer sounds like a British officer from one of the Pirate of the Caribbean movies decided to start a band and sing about how much he loves/hates Jack Sparrow.
Hearing how Vessel has improved his vocals over their first 3 albums, I'm reassured about singing really being a skill that I can improve upon. Also loved your commentary about finding your voice. It took me a good amount of time to get even remotely comfortable singing near "my own" register. Wise cartoon character once said "The first step to getting good at something is to kinda suck at it." Also, did they seriously just compose and produce "Don't let them know your next move".mp4?
as someone who has been teaching myself to sing over the last 5 or 6 years, it is my belief that anyone can become a singer. some people just have it easier because they can mimic singers easier and through this learn faster. never believe any famous singer when they say anything that implies that they didnt have to put years and years of work into their voice
Every good reaction videos talk about singing through his teeth and his ability to hit those highs 👍 Edit: Also “The Offering” is one of their greatest old songs vocally
Interesting that you didn't really enjoy their Sundowning era! To me it sounded more unique than This Place Will Become Your Tomb and these newer songs, but I can also see how the mood of the album could be hit or miss.
I got a phone call right at 26:21 of the video and once it resumed, I vaguely remember the subject and got hit with “hi my name is Mark and I like sushi.” 😂 absolutely random. Love the reaction. Although it’s not your style, much respect for being able to analyze and critique it
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Hey I just wanna let you know that honestly i’m also really iffy when it comes to Sleep Token, this song & Chokehold are absolutely amazing but they definitely took a lot of growing on to really get into & I’m not too big of a fan of their older stuff or their latest singles Just thought I’d put that out there cuz even tho I’m still very optimistic for the new album, I can see how they aren’t really ur thing
FFX To FFXIII, what a great analogy for that epic ethereal part!!! Went from defshuggah to FF to Childish Gambino's Redbone in the same song, what a rollercoaster. Great reaction vid!!!!
Vessel's voice style, in hitting the highs and lows, sorta reminds me of Jeff Buckley. Just became aware of ST on RUclips after the drop 2 weeks ago. I looked into their catalog and took a chance based on hearing a few songs, and ended up purchasing all of their music from iTunes. I set my music system on shuffle, and go on one of the best enriching music rides that I have had in a long time. Now I'm a solid follower and no second thoughts! Worship ❤
I found myself hearing the latest stuff and then going back and really starting to appreciate the older stuff. I guess I needed the newer album to get my feet wet.
Love this reaction man ,and learn some things on the way ,sometimes I feel that the vocalist sings so relaxed and makes it look so easy that I like it so much, thats the why many of us say it's even sexy,like if the hole band is enjoying the music they are creating ,that you can feel the confidence and the vibe ,I dont know how to explain my mind properly
Came for the reaction on this song but as someone who isn’t a singer your take on speaking voice is really interesting and almost makes me want to take up voice lessons.
I saw them touring with Northlane in Melbourne last year and goddamn Vessel has some good lows on him, seeing them again in May and I'm keen to see what he'll do for this song :)
I really appreciate your explanation on how to develop from one‘s speaking voice on. I am generally a little more in the upper tones it seems and for a long time I thought my full chest voice is what I need for singing, then one day (after having been told a few times I should not sing and since then have suppressed it really) the song Riptide really was stuck in my head and I hummed and sang along in the bathroom… what a break through. Finally understood why long serious talking exhausts my voice: I would activate a performative lower voice that strained my throat; but most of my speaking and my easiest singing actually takes place in the front of my mouth and it is easiest and feels most comfortable to have resonance in my mouth or head. Working from here on, maybe your exercises help me develop it more!
I learned about Sleep Token through Noah Sebastian from Bad Omens. It took me a few listens but I fell in love. You should check out Gods that's another screaming song.
The ending and the genre switch kind of felt like a release of tension. Most of the song has a darker sound to it and the ending feels more the singer is finally at peace and feela more Free. I guess this song also resonates differently with people depending on how they emotional feel. I didn't really find the switch weird it felt natural to me but I personally think metal can blend well with almost any genre
I only heard about ST after the full album release. I was driving home from work and saw the album art and thought it looked interesting. Anyway, I listened to part of Chokehold and thought his voice was interesting. Then The Summoning played and that’s when I realized there was something different about this band. When the last part started I was like “What?!?!” I would say it’s not my favorite on the album but it’s what hooked me and I do like it.
didn't pay any attention to sleep token until this album...which seems to be some kind of voodoo hypnotic goodness that not many have achieved...I appreciate it for what it is❤❤❤ but you've shown us what makes it good😅😅😅 that's super cool, ty!!!
That was one of the best reactions ive ever seen 😂😂😂 id love to see you react to signs of the swarm, worm shepherd the frozen lake II, any Distant song, or something with rediculously harsh vocals
3:18 The casual switches from professional to screaming back to professional caught me off guard lol!!! You sound great, though! Definitely will check out your band.
If you aren’t a fan…it’s ok. I tried but classifying them as a metal band makes me expect certain things musically. They don’t deliver within that genre very well.
I think you really have to create space for them to just be Sleep Token, no way to classify these guys. I still don’t know what kind of music they play. All I say is if you EVER get the chance to see them live, take it!
In my head canon they're a prog metal band. I found ST through a progmetal forum too and it helped with my expectations. I can be surprised by the band but still 'expect' these guys to mix hiphop with rnb with metal with pop and occasionally put out a acapella/ballad track. They do whatever and go a lot of places musically, but after a while you start recognizing their 'sleep token song formula' lol and by that point you're fully invested :p
This is one of those cases where I think genres are a net negative. You see people arguing that they aren't a metal band, arguing that they aren't a pop band, etc. etc. They dip their toes into a bunch of different genres, which is rad. Unfortunately, that also leads to metal elitists losing their collective minds over them being talked about by metal music outlets.
Very intresting reaction and analysis, I love to learn something while listening to beautiful music. A question, what is the song at the intro called? Thank you!
Honestly? Honestly. This cover is absolutely gorgeous. Gotta do a cover of new October Ends song. Nick’s one of the most talented singers out there, you’ll adore his vocals!
Very new to Sleep Token, running thru their catalog I feel they found their pocket in this album, all converged, I like when bands reach this point, let's see where they go from here
28:20 funny thing, I speak 2 languages and learning third and have wondered why my voice changes so much, ty for answer, in my native language I speak like that with open voice, now I have to work on that with english :D
I did not like Sleep Token at all when I first heard them in May when their latest album released, I thought it sounded to simple for. I like more technical metal and hard rock. So I can def understand if anybody feel unmoved by Sleep Token, I did too, I felt I did not understand what people thought was so great about them, nothing special at all I thought. But his voice and their excellent ambient stuff and atmosphere in a lot of their songs really grew on me last week when I listened once more to their Eden album in my car at high cruising speed ;) Now I have come to really like this Eden album, especially the title track. He has a very special voice and I actually like the RnB and other influences they have in their music. A bit of a different breeze to all the melodic death, blackened death metal and stuff I listen to normally.
The more I listen to the song the more I get the genre switch at the end. Especially listening to how the vocals are delivered specifically on the line "I've got a river running right into you." The first half it's almost live he's angry about, being controlling or yearning for something, the jazzy part when that part comes in he's singing it in full confidence. It's like watching a person's mindset about a relationship (or whatever it may be) change completely.
Amazing comment. Took the words from what I was feeling !
Great analysis!
Not trynna bring you down but you can say this about any song If you analyze them
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It’s like going from being super horny to just having sex.
thank you for not saying any names. I know some people dove into that but the band wants to be anonymous so that the focus is on the music and not them which I think is awesome and I highly respect.
Agreed. What’s great about it even being out tho is the singer doesn’t have a public profile, nor any more media content like live videos (atleast anymore, besides like 2 videos from his old project), so most people don’t even know what he looks like anymore. Which is funny bc he hangs out in the crowd a lot at shows and no one even recognizes him😂
I would hate to kill any illusion they've worked hard to keep. I'd honestly lose sleep over it
@@KardavoxAcademy love that you respect that. Hate that a RUclips channel recently made a video exposing his identity publicly even tho the information was already out there, but just wasn’t talked about among the community. There are fans who are devoted to not finding out his identity which shows how much people truly care about Sleep Token. It really is more about the music than the musicians and that’s what they strive for
@@jctheii don't give me hope he was in the crowd enjoying my dancing to Nothing More xD (more likely crouched along a wall)
@@jctheii I don't understand making a whole ass RUclips video exposing the members, that's such a shitty thing to do. Like, I know who a few members are, but like...keep it to yourself. You're a shitty fan if you're out here going against the band's wishes.
Fun fact, the guitarist (known as IV) actually does some of the screaming for this song! During their live performances you can see him scream along with Vessel (the main vocalist)!
I had no idea, thats awesome! Thanks for the tidbit!
Pretty sure the guitarist is Devin Townsend
@@evanhicks3980 while I appreciate the knowledge, a big part of the band’s identity is that they’re anonymous. It’s easy to find out who they are if you look hard enough, but most people don’t want to know who they are. The band members are anonymous for a reason.
@@evanhicks3980 who ?
@@theartofbeinggold Vocalist for Strapping young Lad
I know you say a lot in this video, as well as others, that you're not gonna comment much on the cleans because you're primarily a harsh vocalist. I just wanted you to know that I, and I'll bet others, actually really appreciate the insight you give on cleans. I find it really enjoyable (like when you did Don Broco). It's nice to have different content. Just thought I'd say, you have great comments on cleans too, so don't sell yourself short.
I really appreciate that, thank you! Haha maybe I'll get back to that in future videos.
Completely agree
@@KardavoxAcademy I agree with this whole-heartedly, to the point that I would love to see you react to some songs from Dance Gavin Dance's album Jackpot Juicer
I am one who has worked in the industry for a lil' while. And I can't count how many people know who the identities are and have kept their mouth shut. I've been with a few people who have let it slip in casual conversation when talking about the band but every person who learns actually keeps it to themselves. Proud of the community for this one.
The singers identity was posted all over the web last year. But for the most part everything has been kept hidden which is awesome
It takes like 30 seconds to google and find it. It’s not a secret at all anymore.
@@kionaramirez they’re not really hiding it when it’s on PRS… I think because of this, people respect that it’s an act and preserver that it’s special (like actors in films)
I don't think the point is if it's truly a secret or not.
It's just that people who don't want to know don't have to know.
LF
Genre switch was literally the best thing they have ever done.
I usually love changes like that, I don't know why that one set me off kilter a bit. Either way, they are craftsman of what they do, even if it isn't as much my jam
@KardavoxAcademy I was kinda caught off by it my first few listens as well. For me, it was the amount of time between it and the rest of the song. I love the ambiance and I love the funk, but it was just so disconnected.
I think they are trying to do too much in one go. There is nu metal vocals, there is growls and screams, there is your pop part, and dreamy ambient.
Essentially it's pop music with some ambient and djenty arrangements. Individually these parts sounds good, love the solo, love the heavy drops, love the reverb part, but overall these cancel each other out. The breathing and the pop vocals don't seem genuine though, with all the high production quality, it's all too contrived.
Also, can we talk about lyrics ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ :
"Oh, and my love
Did I mistake you for a sign from God
Or are you really here to cut me off?
Or maybe just to turn me on
Cause these days
I would be lying if I told you that
I didn't wish that I could be your man
Or maybe make a good girl bad"
Anyway, call me old fashioned, but I like my music way more raw. Pass for me.
@@KardavoxAcademy I had a similar response the first time I heard this song but now that I've listened to this song countless times, it's one of my favourite things they've done. It's a grower for sure
they've done it many times before
You know, they weren't my thing at all at first but after their recent singles I'm obsessed. Went back and listened to their previous album all the way. The REALLY grew on me. Vessel's voice is liquid gold.
Me too! I liked a couple songs from Sundowning, not so much This Place Will Become Your Tomb - but now I love both albums a lot.
@@Confusion7182 That has happened to a lot of us the ST fans. Back then when Sundowning was being released, only The offering got me hyped, but nowadays I could hear Sundowning without skiping a single track the whole day for sure.
Same here. The new singles got me into them (as did Will Ramos), but I went back and listened to the two previous albums. Sobbed all the way through the last half of Sundowning, and all the way through TPWBYT.
24:40 is exactly how I felt the first time. Then listening to it again knowing that it’s going to be “sprite” I actually liked it a lot
Just know that for most ST fans, people not liking their stuff is fine. They're an aquired taste, truthfully, but once you get them it just sticks.
Very cool vid, loved the analysis.
Thanks for watching!
Agreed dude! It took me a while to get into them a couple years ago, but now they're one of my favorite bands ever
That's on point with my experience. At first I respected it, but still wasn't really my thing. Now, I'm a full on fan. The new singles really set it off. I swear you could make a "Sexy Time" Playlist based off Sleep Token alone 🤣
yeah I love the music but I can't enjoy the vocals for example Wills version of hypnosis is so much better than the original
@@ondrejlukas326 Hard disagree but to each their own!
This is the best reaction I've seen so far. I wasn't expecting so much broken down and expounded upon with vocal techniques and attributes.
This song is a person's first mushroom trip to me. I can't unhear it. It is beautifully all over the place. It shouldn't work, but is profound.
This was my first intro to Sleep Token and it took me two listens to Get It, then I went back and binged Sundowning and This Place Will Become Your Tomb. I do have to say, even though I think Vessel has always been a very talented vocalist, it is VERY evident that he's been working with a vocal coach between albums. His vocals in all of the new singles are NUTS, and I get rly excited when an artist with a lot of skill will STILL put in the work to hone their craft, even if they were talented enough to skate by without the additional practice/work.
Again, Vessel's vocal ability has always been VERY good, but he decided to become even BETTER and I have mad respect for that.
Also this was a rly cool video on learning about screaming and such!
YES it is so evident he's been working on his craft relentlessly.
Check out Nazareth and Sugar 🤟
Agreed! Even hearing videos of his live performance from the beginning of 2023 to the end, the control he has over his tone and pitch is insane. He's put a TON of work into his vocals and it shows beautifully. I love the passion he has for it.
This is the song that made me a Sleep Token fan. I wasn't super impressed before (Obviously they are good) but they were never my cup of tea until this song. Now I've gone back and appreciate their other songs much more, mostly Alkaline.
This is the most educational reaction I’ve seen for this song. Honest to god, getting into this band has taught me so much about music which is great because I want to write music eventually. I’ve got Ideas
Thank you so much for not talking over the music and just pausing it when you want to talk. 95% of the other RUclips reactors need to learn how to do this.
I don't even like a lot of metal. HOWEVER...Alkaline is probably one of the best and sexiest metal songs I've ever heard! Made me a fan!
nice pfp :)))
Yeah alkaline and the offering are the only two songs I like from them.
@@forevertaken8955 I'd add Hypnosis to that list too
Love how you turn a reaction and analysis video into a vocal lesson, you always have great insights about the songs and the techniques used and how to incorporate that into your own work. Even if the song doesn't click with you completely there's still something to learn and appreciate. 🤘
First time viewer of your content here. I have (unsuccessfully) been trying for 10 years to find my voice instead of mimicking others when I sing along to songs. When I record my own music, it just sounds like crap cause different words will come out like a pitchy version of different artists. What I really wanna say is that I love the way your explaining and breaking down how the sounds work and how to make them. I'm definitely subcribing to this channel and very much look forward to viewing more of your content. BTW I learned more about finding my own voice in this video than I have from the past 100+ vocal tutorial videos over the years and I thank you so much for that.
Love this. Especially the insight on how he might go about writing his vocal parts.
You are the only vocal coach on whole youtube that noticed the overtone on his first scream. props
Even just your super basic lesson on your singing being your speaking voice actually upped my game significantly after a good hour of playing with it. Blew my own mind, thank you so much!
The reason I like Sleep Token is something about the way they share the **trauma** - hits me right in my own on top of their music and the vocals just hitting me deep in the like etherial musical vibe. It's almost like ASMR if ASMR was music. idk how to describe it. Especially when they incorporate snaps, my ears go brr. Like 'levitate', just makes me cry every single time. Hits me somewhere deep in my dark soul and I love it.
Their music makes my ADHD brain go brrrrr
I'm usually into heavier subgenres of metal and harsher vocals, but Sleep Token has been my favorite band since the first song I heard. I don't know what exactly the magic is, but I'm into it. I'm glad you did a Sleep Token video, even though clean vocals aren't your particular career expertise.
I really enjoyed watching this video. First time watching a video from you and I learned quite a bit, this was pretty cool. I love Sleep Token, their new music has me absolutely stunned and amazed. Thanks for giving them a second chance!
That switch up at the end is what got me hooked, I was just scrolling through Tik Tok and I saw one of Nik Nocturnal reacting to the end and I immediately thought "I gotta listen to the rest". I'd heard of them in passing but just never listened to anything from them and now after this song they have a death grip on me. I sent this song to a friend and she said the end section was pure baby making music, perfect description honestly lmao
Whoop whoop! Thanks for the video. Glad you’re able to invest so heavily in parenting. We’ll be here for ya. Always grateful for your thoughts and experience. I learn a lot and it helps me appreciate the music at a deeper level than on my own. Peace & Love. 💚✌️
When I first heard them, I wasn't that big of a fan. But as I heard more, they're a band that I can close my eyes and drift off to another world
Ok. I got a number of things from this video. I got a nice vocal breakdown of the song with tips on how to develop my own voice. I got a nice education on the difference and similarities between clean singing and harsh singing. And I got a slam dunk D&D reference that pretty much summed up my thoughts on finding my own voice. Bravo! Thanks for the vid.
Glad to hear it, stick around for more content like this!
The sprite/water analogy at 24:43 was actually really smart and made me understand your point of view a little better
Good to hear it!
It was crazy for me to wake up one day and see Sleep Token drop a new song out of nowhere. Then the next day they dropped another one. Then two more songs in as many weeks. Good year for Sleep Token fans.
Ayyy congrats papa Kardavox!! My son is also 4 months - enjoy your time with the little one it’s a fun age!!
love your voice on this cover, its nice to see this side of you.
October Ends dropped Dark, and I immediately thought of you covering it. Please make it happen!
I absolutely love the transitions. It’s part of the reason I love 12 Foot Ninja so much.
ayyy, great band
This is like 12 foot ninja, but less shitposty
Honestly I want to say thank you, my daughter is about a year old now and is still a handful. But whenever she needs a laugh, all I have to do is practice some growls and headbang in front of her and she absolutely loses it. So again thank you for showing me some proper and lasting techniques to help keep my voice in tact and keep her smiling and laughing.
Another win for the RUclips algorithm. I'd not heard of Sleep Token until yesterday, and I'd never heard of Kardavox Academy. As for Sleep Token... not sure what to make of that, and the jury is still out. Re your content, informative, engaging, and helpful! Kudos, mate.
Thanks for watching!
I appreciate the Call of Cthulhu reference at the end, and I honestly have trouble believing I will ever be able to sing well. I kinda made a bet that one of these days when I am more comfortable with my clean singing I'll get harsh vocal lessons from you. Love the content!
Hell yeah, I'll take that bet!
The entire section about finding your voice is brilliant, but the exceptional Siegward of Catarina expression happening around 28:40 was *chefs kiss*
This band is one of my favorite bands of all time. I completely respect when someone is able to say this isn't for me but they see the talent and that they are good. Music taste is subjective and opinion based but seeing the talent in a band isn't. Thanks for the reaction.
I stopped the video to check your band out......its been an hr now. I will finish this vid now. Amazing music!
No one explains vocals like you do. It’s so easy to understand and actually fascinating. Most of us go through life not thinking about how our voice works and/or what we can do with it it simply is.
Speaking of vocals my daughter is interested in what she calls “monster voices” and has used them since she was 4 lol. I think she may be a natural screamer. Lessons may be up next if she wants to.
I am so glad I found your channel. Your content is so interesting
His vocals are beautiful, haunting, and mesmerizing, the lyrics and hooks are top shelf. The drummer is an absolute beast with the flow and chops. Can listen to his drum kit tone all day. I enjoy death metal as my primary music source, but Sleep Token has definitely hypnotized me (that track by them is sick too 😂) with their overall music composition.
Thanks. I was really waiting for you to listen to that song.
The first months with a baby can be a lot, the great thing is that the more your baby grows the more autonomy it gets ! Wait and see the energy you'll get back once he or she starts getting a full night of sleep, and once she or he learns to sit and crawl ! Thanks for the video and good luck with the father duty
The lead singer sounds like a British officer from one of the Pirate of the Caribbean movies decided to start a band and sing about how much he loves/hates Jack Sparrow.
Congrats on the new addition! Dadhood is great bro
21:08 you can almost see his mind trying to resist the change but by 21:45 it’s like he gives into it. Worship
I love hearing that y’all are working on more Kardashev material! Last album was my easy AOTY!
Thanks for showing ST some love!!
No problem!
Never thought we'd get a prog rock album from The Weeknd.
31:00 my man is out here pulling bars from the Halo theme
Hearing how Vessel has improved his vocals over their first 3 albums, I'm reassured about singing really being a skill that I can improve upon.
Also loved your commentary about finding your voice.
It took me a good amount of time to get even remotely comfortable singing near "my own" register.
Wise cartoon character once said "The first step to getting good at something is to kinda suck at it."
Also, did they seriously just compose and produce "Don't let them know your next move".mp4?
as someone who has been teaching myself to sing over the last 5 or 6 years, it is my belief that anyone can become a singer. some people just have it easier because they can mimic singers easier and through this learn faster.
never believe any famous singer when they say anything that implies that they didnt have to put years and years of work into their voice
Every good reaction videos talk about singing through his teeth and his ability to hit those highs 👍
Edit: Also “The Offering” is one of their greatest old songs vocally
Well I've been looking for some new metal band so thank you for the exposure
Father of 3 here. They never stop being a handful, but it is worth every moment
Interesting that you didn't really enjoy their Sundowning era! To me it sounded more unique than This Place Will Become Your Tomb and these newer songs, but I can also see how the mood of the album could be hit or miss.
i much prefer TPWBYT, different strokes for different folks!
The Bands Music seems to be one that clicks the more you listen to it. Also really happy we're getting new Kardashev stuff, Liminal Rite was Stellar
I got a phone call right at 26:21 of the video and once it resumed, I vaguely remember the subject and got hit with “hi my name is Mark and I like sushi.” 😂 absolutely random.
Love the reaction. Although it’s not your style, much respect for being able to analyze and critique it
Nice glove Michael!! Lol but great video, I'm excited for this album!!
His name is Mark not Michael lol
@@carsonlewis7901 whoosh? It is a reference to Michael Jackson.
@@EvilBonsai exactly lol
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Hey I just wanna let you know that honestly i’m also really iffy when it comes to Sleep Token, this song & Chokehold are absolutely amazing but they definitely took a lot of growing on to really get into & I’m not too big of a fan of their older stuff or their latest singles
Just thought I’d put that out there cuz even tho I’m still very optimistic for the new album, I can see how they aren’t really ur thing
FFX To FFXIII, what a great analogy for that epic ethereal part!!! Went from defshuggah to FF to Childish Gambino's Redbone in the same song, what a rollercoaster. Great reaction vid!!!!
Vessel's voice style, in hitting the highs and lows, sorta reminds me of Jeff Buckley. Just became aware of ST on RUclips after the drop 2 weeks ago. I looked into their catalog and took a chance based on hearing a few songs, and ended up purchasing all of their music from iTunes. I set my music system on shuffle, and go on one of the best enriching music rides that I have had in a long time. Now I'm a solid follower and no second thoughts! Worship ❤
Jaws and the Offering are still my favourite songs!
I found myself hearing the latest stuff and then going back and really starting to appreciate the older stuff. I guess I needed the newer album to get my feet wet.
I've heard a lot of people say something similar to be honest!
Love this reaction man ,and learn some things on the way ,sometimes I feel that the vocalist sings so relaxed and makes it look so easy that I like it so much, thats the why many of us say it's even sexy,like if the hole band is enjoying the music they are creating ,that you can feel the confidence and the vibe ,I dont know how to explain my mind properly
Beyond impressed with your prediction at 7:16
Best vocal analysis and explanation!!
Came for the reaction on this song but as someone who isn’t a singer your take on speaking voice is really interesting and almost makes me want to take up voice lessons.
I saw them touring with Northlane in Melbourne last year and goddamn Vessel has some good lows on him, seeing them again in May and I'm keen to see what he'll do for this song :)
I really appreciate your explanation on how to develop from one‘s speaking voice on. I am generally a little more in the upper tones it seems and for a long time I thought my full chest voice is what I need for singing, then one day (after having been told a few times I should not sing and since then have suppressed it really) the song Riptide really was stuck in my head and I hummed and sang along in the bathroom… what a break through. Finally understood why long serious talking exhausts my voice: I would activate a performative lower voice that strained my throat; but most of my speaking and my easiest singing actually takes place in the front of my mouth and it is easiest and feels most comfortable to have resonance in my mouth or head. Working from here on, maybe your exercises help me develop it more!
I just discovered you through this video, but I’ll subscribe because of that growl
I learned about Sleep Token through Noah Sebastian from Bad Omens. It took me a few listens but I fell in love. You should check out Gods that's another screaming song.
Hell yah me too
@@kayliejean2466 from his twitch streams?
My wife and I cracked up hard to Mark's 'huh' reaction at the end if the song!!! 😆
dropping into that funk at the end was a bold choice
cant take that away from them
The ending and the genre switch kind of felt like a release of tension. Most of the song has a darker sound to it and the ending feels more the singer is finally at peace and feela more Free. I guess this song also resonates differently with people depending on how they emotional feel. I didn't really find the switch weird it felt natural to me but I personally think metal can blend well with almost any genre
I only heard about ST after the full album release. I was driving home from work and saw the album art and thought it looked interesting. Anyway, I listened to part of Chokehold and thought his voice was interesting. Then The Summoning played and that’s when I realized there was something different about this band. When the last part started I was like “What?!?!” I would say it’s not my favorite on the album but it’s what hooked me and I do like it.
You made me feel better about myself in this video. Thank you.
didn't pay any attention to sleep token until this album...which seems to be some kind of voodoo hypnotic goodness that not many have achieved...I appreciate it for what it is❤❤❤ but you've shown us what makes it good😅😅😅 that's super cool, ty!!!
I wasn't super big on their previous stuff but these new singles have me sold on it.
That was one of the best reactions ive ever seen 😂😂😂 id love to see you react to signs of the swarm, worm shepherd the frozen lake II, any Distant song, or something with rediculously harsh vocals
3:18 The casual switches from professional to screaming back to professional caught me off guard lol!!! You sound great, though! Definitely will check out your band.
Thank you keeping them anonymous ❤
Oof this band! My absolute favourite. The last bit is sexy af! So much of their music is baby making music and I’m here for it 😂🖤
If you aren’t a fan…it’s ok. I tried but classifying them as a metal band makes me expect certain things musically. They don’t deliver within that genre very well.
I think you really have to create space for them to just be Sleep Token, no way to classify these guys. I still don’t know what kind of music they play. All I say is if you EVER get the chance to see them live, take it!
In my head canon they're a prog metal band.
I found ST through a progmetal forum too and it helped with my expectations.
I can be surprised by the band but still 'expect' these guys to mix hiphop with rnb with metal with pop and occasionally put out a acapella/ballad track.
They do whatever and go a lot of places musically, but after a while you start recognizing their 'sleep token song formula' lol and by that point you're fully invested :p
Prog pop ambient metal lol
This is one of those cases where I think genres are a net negative. You see people arguing that they aren't a metal band, arguing that they aren't a pop band, etc. etc. They dip their toes into a bunch of different genres, which is rad. Unfortunately, that also leads to metal elitists losing their collective minds over them being talked about by metal music outlets.
Very intresting reaction and analysis, I love to learn something while listening to beautiful music. A question, what is the song at the intro called? Thank you!
Honestly? Honestly. This cover is absolutely gorgeous.
Gotta do a cover of new October Ends song. Nick’s one of the most talented singers out there, you’ll adore his vocals!
I love watching your videos. The way you react is phenomenal duuuuuudddeeee.
Thanks so much!
@KardavoxAcademy thank you all!! I'm currently working my way into gutterals and highs. Will definitely be checking out some lessons.
You're gonna have to do Vore. Vore single-handedly changed my mind about Sleep Token. Now I'm going through all their songs and really enjoying them.
Very new to Sleep Token, running thru their catalog I feel they found their pocket in this album, all converged, I like when bands reach this point, let's see where they go from here
I love that you are honest and respectful. I adore Sleep Token but it's not for everyone
28:20 funny thing, I speak 2 languages and learning third and have wondered why my voice changes so much, ty for answer, in my native language I speak like that with open voice, now I have to work on that with english :D
My wife calls them Sleep Tits and says they are sex metal 😂😂
Don't worry about starting where you want to end up...thanks for the good advice
I did not like Sleep Token at all when I first heard them in May when their latest album released, I thought it sounded to simple for. I like more technical metal and hard rock.
So I can def understand if anybody feel unmoved by Sleep Token, I did too, I felt I did not understand what people thought was so great about them, nothing special at all I thought.
But his voice and their excellent ambient stuff and atmosphere in a lot of their songs really grew on me last week when I listened once more to their Eden album in my car at high cruising speed ;)
Now I have come to really like this Eden album, especially the title track.
He has a very special voice and I actually like the RnB and other influences they have in their music.
A bit of a different breeze to all the melodic death, blackened death metal and stuff I listen to normally.
😳 His voice an the way he uses it 🥰
Love you Mark, I've been there sir
The analogy at 24:45 killed me. LMFAO
You have such a sweet personality like major nice metal dad energy ❤️
This was aweseome, thanks.
Best song of the year for me til now
Never thought I'd see a German expressionist version of a Warhammer 40000 Space Marine.
"Für den Kaiser!" I guess...
🤨
was bruder ?
Curious what the purpose of the glove is lol