Thanks for watching this was amazing please be sure to like the video on your way out. TO support the show here www.patreon.com/poloreacts or show your love for the channel by buying me a coffee www.buymeacoffee.com/poloreacts 🤞🏾
I'm an old metalhead. I'm allover the place. Soilwork is a biggie for me. That said, Sleep Token is absolutely one of the most incredible, innovative, talented bands I've heard in years. I love it all. His voice is God-like. His lyrics are next level. This is the future of music. No more genres, just great songs.
I feel that. I also am an old metal head. But that doesnt mean I can ONLY enjoy the sterotypical metal sound. I dont listen to music to impress other music listeners. Metal takes stylistic roots and inspiration from many genres. Also music is an artform. Lets say I like oil paintings, but i can recognize the talent in a watercolor painting, and enjoy what is expressed.
The jazz piano caught me by surprise. If your mind is stuck in one genre, you will not like them. If you have diverse music tastes, then you will love them! 👍🏾
Take their new album, write down the track list, tape it to the wall, and throw a dart. Whatever you hit will be a banger. There’s a reason multiple frontmen for other bands/groups have labeled Sleep Token as “Your favorite band’s favorite band.”
Damn mf right!! I’ve been playing this song so much for weeks now that my hotel neighbor Jerry knocked on my door last night and said, “hey man, could you turn the music down or maybe play a different song?” I told Jerry, “do me a favor and back up from my door step real quick and also lick my sleep token nuts ya little ungrateful shit!” “Learn to love sleep token or I’ll summon vessel on your little weak eared pu$$y ass and that’ll be the end of it!” …needless to say, I haven’t heard from Jerry again.
Ascensionism really got me thinking, 'damn, these guys are really, really, REALLY good.' Euclid is a beautiful ending to the album and one to experience after the others, IMO. 🤓
Ok Polo, you're just gonna have to do the whole album now lol. Masterpiece. I just recently got into sleep token but I understand that they are the best band(?) to come out in the last decade.
Never to old to try new vibes and gotta give props to the kiddo who thought I would dig on the sounds and well, he ain’t wrong! Gives me the solid feels all around! Absolutely incredible music!
Best comment about Sleep Token I've ever read. And I've read A LOT of Sleep Token comments. lol And I tend to agree with most of them because I Love ST. I'm always thinking,"Me too!!", after I read the positive comment that someone has left, so I like the comment to let them know I feel the same way. But now that I've read the absolutely perfect description of how I feel when I hear a Sleep Token song, I don't have to read through the comments any more. Well said fellow Sleep Token fan, very well said. 🤣🤘😝🤘💯🔥✌️
the album they just dropped is absolute fire. AOTY no doubt. i wouldn't have your self control being able to save their songs for reaction vids, i'd binge the hell out of it already 😂
As a metal head, I love this band and they've earned the title as my current favorite band. I am one of the metal heads that listens and enjoys many genres. I can't see myself sticking to one or being an elitist but metal us usually what I listen to most.
Bro! It is a requirement to follow this up with The Love You Want! Its a must!! That is also one of their rare music videos and you get a look at Vessel himself!
Pretty much all metalheads but one, that I know, love this album. With the risk of sounding elitist AF: Those I've seen hating on it have been one of two things: 1. Stubborn metalheads that think anything soft is "gay" or "pop" (so strange). - or - 2. Musically untalented, no musical bone in their bodies. Now, non musical people are welcome to have preferences and opinions, OBVIOUSLY, but they do NOT speak for the metalscene. The singer of Slipknot loves them, as well as many other prominent figures. The metalscene as a whole loves them for what they're doing. Music teachers, metal musicians, musicians in all walks of life appreciate these guys. Indie kids, proggers, jazzers and metalheads unite. EDIT: I am aware I sound like an awful person. I promise I'm not usually mean to non musical people hahaha, they just be expressing their opinions in a silly way and it bugs me. Like "their sound isn't for me" is fine. But they say that they're NOT good?? Bruh, that's just objectively untrue. Absolutely skilled musicians and managed to do exaaactly what they set out to. Rly shouldn't let it bug me but here I am, oopsi.
Great album all together. Highly suggest a listen through the entire thing. Highlights being Ascensionism, Take Me Back To Eden, and The Apparition. Would love to discuss music theory and composition if you have the time/inclination. Hit me up if that is something you'd enjoy. Love the video and keep up the good work!
AQUA REGIA - A mixture of concentrated nitric and hydrochloric acids. It is a highly corrosive liquid that will dissolve gold and other resistant substances.
You hit the nail on the head with your opening statement. People want to hate them, which is weird because fans of ST want everyone to enjoy them if you don’t like them. Any kind of gate keeping in music is just bad for the genre because it causes potential fans to be left out because purists don’t think they’re worthy and then the genre declines.
It's cool to see all your reviews. Polo, In my opinion, you haven't reviewed what I believe to be their best song. The Day Belongs to You. Is fantastic
Omg, please do sleep token from their first EP to the most recent before you listen to anymore.😅😅 you wont be sorry and also-if you read this, and if you haven’t; listen to Loathe! Start with “Two Way Mirror” Or “Is it Really You”🫠 So good too! Lastly-love the reaction!🥳
There are too many metal elitists. Not everything needs to sound like a copy of a copy of a copy. I really could not get into Leo’s voice at first, but now I can’t get enough of it
@@incredibletom7099 that’s a good guess! It does sound similar. The ending of The Summoning reminded me a lot of Pony by Genuine so I think they’re big 90s r and b fans
I just can't with this band... I have a similar reaction to Ghost. They are all very talented, but I just can't do the pop metal thing.... It comes across as extremely over-the-top, taking itself too seriously, with a nice layer of cheeeeeese for good measure. To each their own, of course. Just being honest. I'm sure I'm not the only one.
I just don't like the guy's voice in Ghost, bleh, but I get what you're saying because I am basically new to Sleep Token and my initial reaction was melodramatic angst meets Phantom of the Opera, ha. But I listened to the new album and damn if over half the songs didn't get stuck in my brain and I kept going back to relisten and now I am mildly obsessed! They just hit something inside me in this particular moment that resonates with me and I just took off my critical analysis glasses and flowed with their way of making music. Now I can say I am starting to listen to some songs off their previous albums and there are some songs off all their albums that I really can't stop replaying!
you're not the only one mate,the pop r n b stuff they throw in is fucking garbage.the point in liking metal was to get away from the over produced/over polished shite that is out there masquerading as pop/r n b.i like pop music/r n b by the way but 70s/80s/90s etc not the white noise it's turned into.these are just awful i don't get it
@@sharilynbratton6476that’s the killer trick necessary to really enjoy music… drop the “serious critiquing” and let the music flow. Like Taylor Swift, Tool, Lorde, Tallah, Britney … great music crosses boundaries…
@@sharilynbratton6476that’s the killer trick necessary to really enjoy music… drop the “serious critiquing” and let the music flow. Like Taylor Swift, Tool, Lorde, Tallah, Britney … great music crosses boundaries…
Thanks for watching this was amazing please be sure to like the video on your way out. TO support the show here www.patreon.com/poloreacts or show your love for the channel by buying me a coffee www.buymeacoffee.com/poloreacts 🤞🏾
I'm an old metalhead. I'm allover the place. Soilwork is a biggie for me. That said, Sleep Token is absolutely one of the most incredible, innovative, talented bands I've heard in years. I love it all. His voice is God-like. His lyrics are next level. This is the future of music. No more genres, just great songs.
Fuck yea, no more genres!
I feel that. I also am an old metal head. But that doesnt mean I can ONLY enjoy the sterotypical metal sound. I dont listen to music to impress other music listeners. Metal takes stylistic roots and inspiration from many genres. Also music is an artform. Lets say I like oil paintings, but i can recognize the talent in a watercolor painting, and enjoy what is expressed.
You should do Ascensionism next. It’s a ride.
I been sayin this bruh need to get on that ASAP
Literally the best song on the album and Polo wants to take his time 😭
(Love you Polo ❤)
For sure. My favorite song on an amazing album.
Would be a great reaction
Do it
The jazz piano caught me by surprise. If your mind is stuck in one genre, you will not like them. If you have diverse music tastes, then you will love them! 👍🏾
Take their new album, write down the track list, tape it to the wall, and throw a dart. Whatever you hit will be a banger. There’s a reason multiple frontmen for other bands/groups have labeled Sleep Token as “Your favorite band’s favorite band.”
Aqua Regia has been my favorite song in years. So smooth, simple yet complex, so rich and beautiful.
Same here, the whole album has so much going on but this one is low key and just has a classy vibe 🥂
Damn mf right!! I’ve been playing this song so much for weeks now that my hotel neighbor Jerry knocked on my door last night and said, “hey man, could you turn the music down or maybe play a different song?” I told Jerry, “do me a favor and back up from my door step real quick and also lick my sleep token nuts ya little ungrateful shit!” “Learn to love sleep token or I’ll summon vessel on your little weak eared pu$$y ass and that’ll be the end of it!” …needless to say, I haven’t heard from Jerry again.
Everyone loves Ascensionism and it's good, don't get me wrong. Euclid is the one that emotionally KO'd me though 😅
Euclid was simply wonderful. Honestly could be my favorite but it's hard to choose.
Ascensionism really got me thinking, 'damn, these guys are really, really, REALLY good.' Euclid is a beautiful ending to the album and one to experience after the others, IMO. 🤓
It still is for me. Lol! 😁
Fun fact: Aqua Regia translates to Royal Water. It is one of the few acid mixtures that can dissolve gold.
I think this is my favorite track off the new album. The jazzy piano solo followed by that drop is just *chefs kiss* 🤌
I’m a metal head and I LOVE Sleep Token, I love most music. If I makes me feel something I’m for it, and these guys are great at that. WORSHIP
That piano solo was some pure swanky supper club jazz going on there.😊
This song has such a jazzy core. Soooo good. They literally do not miss
Try chokehold next. Great song!!
Ok Polo, you're just gonna have to do the whole album now lol. Masterpiece. I just recently got into sleep token but I understand that they are the best band(?) to come out in the last decade.
AM I THE ONLY ONE ENTRANCED BY HOW THE PERPETUAL MOTION SPINNY DECO IS SWAYING SO MAGICALLY TO THE MUSIC?
I can’t stop watching it in every one of his videos lol
Never to old to try new vibes and gotta give props to the kiddo who thought I would dig on the sounds and well, he ain’t wrong! Gives me the solid feels all around! Absolutely incredible music!
Sleep Token is like every form of music i've ever liked, birthed a child ... and that child is rebelling. But I love that child, so much.
Best comment about Sleep Token I've ever read. And I've read A LOT of Sleep Token comments. lol And I tend to agree with most of them because I Love ST. I'm always thinking,"Me too!!", after I read the positive comment that someone has left, so I like the comment to let them know I feel the same way. But now that I've read the absolutely perfect description of how I feel when I hear a Sleep Token song, I don't have to read through the comments any more. Well said fellow Sleep Token fan, very well said. 🤣🤘😝🤘💯🔥✌️
Acensionism is the move!!!!! Whole album is fire, please keep the Sleep Token coming! Worship!
the album they just dropped is absolute fire. AOTY no doubt. i wouldn't have your self control being able to save their songs for reaction vids, i'd binge the hell out of it already 😂
As a metal head, I love this band and they've earned the title as my current favorite band. I am one of the metal heads that listens and enjoys many genres. I can't see myself sticking to one or being an elitist but metal us usually what I listen to most.
Worship🕯
The piano riff just never gets old here!
Take me back to Eden, the title track, is amazing and it has a visualizer as well.
Phenomenal album
Album of the year!
You're not wrong, Sleep Token doesn't miss
I’m a metal head. Since the 90’s. I think this is the most exciting album so far this year. By a lot.
Bro! It is a requirement to follow this up with The Love You Want! Its a must!!
That is also one of their rare music videos and you get a look at Vessel himself!
Ascensionism…it’s a masterpiece among masterpieces
What's crazy is you can tell their hip hop influence in the chorus. The chords seem like a call back to Crush on You by Lil Kim
Glad you're giving Sleep Token the time. They truly are extremely talented musicians and the create very special music.
You have the only reaction channel with a super dope spinny-thingy! Of course we want more sleep token!
I dunno, this metal head LOVES sleep token. It’s refreshing and a welcome addition
Smooth jazz singing about alchemy and human chemistry ❤❤
Even more interesting aqua regia is a solvent, it can dissolve gold.
Man the whole album is a vibe. Something for everybody 💨
Pretty much all metalheads but one, that I know, love this album. With the risk of sounding elitist AF: Those I've seen hating on it have been one of two things: 1. Stubborn metalheads that think anything soft is "gay" or "pop" (so strange). - or - 2. Musically untalented, no musical bone in their bodies. Now, non musical people are welcome to have preferences and opinions, OBVIOUSLY, but they do NOT speak for the metalscene. The singer of Slipknot loves them, as well as many other prominent figures. The metalscene as a whole loves them for what they're doing. Music teachers, metal musicians, musicians in all walks of life appreciate these guys. Indie kids, proggers, jazzers and metalheads unite.
EDIT: I am aware I sound like an awful person. I promise I'm not usually mean to non musical people hahaha, they just be expressing their opinions in a silly way and it bugs me. Like "their sound isn't for me" is fine. But they say that they're NOT good?? Bruh, that's just objectively untrue. Absolutely skilled musicians and managed to do exaaactly what they set out to.
Rly shouldn't let it bug me but here I am, oopsi.
Some metal heads arent actual metal heads. Some are just a fan of distortion and speed. Good music isnt for everyone.
Such a great song. The vocalist definitely listens to RnB
This one has a hint of, idk what to call it, 90’s Smooth jazz? Either way…LOVE.
Can't wait for Polo to get to Ascensionism. Just want to watch his reactions on how that song hits. Keeping an eye on his channel for this 100%.
Aqua Regia is such a good stimmy song
Love these sleep token reactions ❤
should definitely check out Sleep Token's cover of Hey Ya
Ascensionism!!!!! best song of 2023 hands down.
Epic jazz, who else can break down so dramatically with a piano. Mad respect. 😊 jaws is an older tune, but one I think you'll like. Thank you.
❤ sleep token will always have a part of my soul. It's touched me in a way music hasn't in a while.
THIS METALHEAD happens to love ST.
Great album all together. Highly suggest a listen through the entire thing. Highlights being Ascensionism, Take Me Back To Eden, and The Apparition. Would love to discuss music theory and composition if you have the time/inclination. Hit me up if that is something you'd enjoy. Love the video and keep up the good work!
AQUA REGIA - A mixture of concentrated nitric and hydrochloric acids. It is a highly corrosive liquid that will dissolve gold and other resistant substances.
This song is just sexy. And I love it.
Love this group! Thank you💙
Bro, you want R&B, check out Sleep Token-Granite.
i didnt like sleep token at first, i couldn't even get through a song. It's been a solid 2 weeks and its been on repeat. Its so good
You hit the nail on the head with your opening statement. People want to hate them, which is weird because fans of ST want everyone to enjoy them if you don’t like them. Any kind of gate keeping in music is just bad for the genre because it causes potential fans to be left out because purists don’t think they’re worthy and then the genre declines.
LISTEN 👏 TO 👏 RAIN 👏
I was watching your pendulum statue the entire time 😂
Ascentionism and Chokehold are both killer tracks that I think you would enjoy too. Sleep token is just 🤌 chefs kiss.
Dude, I cannot tell you how many times I have beat on the steering wheel on that last drop.
If you loved this, then you need to listen to Give by Sleep Token as well, it's on a earlier album, but it's soooo good!! I promise you will love it
Yep, vessel definitely has to be an rnb fan. No doubt
Sleep Token does a cover of Hey Yeah by Outkast.... helluva cover... pretty dope song you will definitely like
I was just looking at the thing moving in the back the whole time
Ascensionism is a masterpiece !
It's cool to see all your reviews. Polo, In my opinion, you haven't reviewed what I believe to be their best song. The Day Belongs to You. Is fantastic
The rabbit hole here is never ending lol
You might like Dir en grey and Chelsea Wolfe because Sleep Token reminds me of them if they fused and got sent to England for some reason
Omg, please do sleep token from their first EP to the most recent before you listen to anymore.😅😅 you wont be sorry and also-if you read this, and if you haven’t; listen to Loathe! Start with “Two Way Mirror” Or “Is it Really You”🫠
So good too!
Lastly-love the reaction!🥳
Thanks for the video polo,great video
Why the hell is Chokehold not on this playlist?!?!?! Dude!
Anyone who doesn’t like the sleep token sound is just factually wrong
This. Grindcore fans will say this sucks, but that's because they like bad music
Agreed
This is like Sleep Token ft. Steely Dan.
Homie's probably a fan of old skool r and b like Isley Brothers.
There are too many metal elitists. Not everything needs to sound like a copy of a copy of a copy. I really could not get into Leo’s voice at first, but now I can’t get enough of it
If your looking for TOOL requests for next Tuesday can we get the song Hush!!
Ascensionism
I’m love you love this. It’s so good.
Does anyone know what the melody is from? I’ve heard it before and it’s been killing me. Specifically the intro verses
I could be wrong but does the melody sound like the blackstreet song, don't leave me? Especially when the piano comes on
@@incredibletom7099 that’s a good guess! It does sound similar. The ending of The Summoning reminded me a lot of Pony by Genuine so I think they’re big 90s r and b fans
He has a quick vibrato which i guess could make him sound a bit country
Jazz breakdown to vocal runs
awesome
this band are wetter than michael phelps's gooch
Lol dead 😂
The word gooch is objectively funny 😂
Metalheads who don't like Sleep Token are either a myth or they aren't really metalheads😂😂
Les Rita Mitsouko C'est comme ça pleeeeees
Love it
Great!!!
They aren't metal, I don't care.
Rush = Tool = Sleep Token.
Each generation has a "progressive" band. It never sounds like the others.
polo there are way heavier bands out there you could be reacting to like the communards or banarama,these are the musical equivalent of danny la rue
I just can't with this band... I have a similar reaction to Ghost. They are all very talented, but I just can't do the pop metal thing.... It comes across as extremely over-the-top, taking itself too seriously, with a nice layer of cheeeeeese for good measure. To each their own, of course. Just being honest. I'm sure I'm not the only one.
I just don't like the guy's voice in Ghost, bleh, but I get what you're saying because I am basically new to Sleep Token and my initial reaction was melodramatic angst meets Phantom of the Opera, ha. But I listened to the new album and damn if over half the songs didn't get stuck in my brain and I kept going back to relisten and now I am mildly obsessed! They just hit something inside me in this particular moment that resonates with me and I just took off my critical analysis glasses and flowed with their way of making music. Now I can say I am starting to listen to some songs off their previous albums and there are some songs off all their albums that I really can't stop replaying!
you're not the only one mate,the pop r n b stuff they throw in is fucking garbage.the point in liking metal was to get away from the over produced/over polished shite that is out there masquerading as pop/r n b.i like pop music/r n b by the way but 70s/80s/90s etc not the white noise it's turned into.these are just awful i don't get it
@@sharilynbratton6476that’s the killer trick necessary to really enjoy music… drop the “serious critiquing” and let the music flow. Like Taylor Swift, Tool, Lorde, Tallah, Britney … great music crosses boundaries…
@@sharilynbratton6476that’s the killer trick necessary to really enjoy music… drop the “serious critiquing” and let the music flow. Like Taylor Swift, Tool, Lorde, Tallah, Britney … great music crosses boundaries…
Ascensionism