There is a tradition with Joahim and the German audiences... They yell out "Noch ein Bier" and after the repartee with them, he chugs a beer. I believe he only drinks one per performance.
Well, I was at Frauenfeld in Switzerland and the crowd yelled it after every song. I think he finally had drunk two or three beers, but the last one he got in a small red cup, so it could be possible that that one wasn't beer.
During a performance at the Wargaming booth at Gamescom (forgot which year that was) we managed to get him drink two. First one per usual, then later he tried to cop out saying they have no more beer so unless we had more ... and a dude in the crowd donated his can for the greater good. Joakim's response was to curse his big mouth right before he chugged it. A neat moment to remember for my first and possibly only Sabaton concert.
Sabaton has great crowd engagement. It's the biggest let down to finally see a band you've loved only to have them show up, play, leave. Never once had that happen with Sabaton. Never pass up a chance to see them life if you have it, David!
@@THEDavidHeretic You wont be disappointed! They're awesome! Besides the great music and their awesome production, they 're a lot of fun to watch. Great showmanship there. 🤘
Band Members Joakim Broden - Lead vocals, keyboards Par Sundstrom - Bass, backing vocals Chris Rorland - Guitars, backing vocals Tommy Johannson - Guitar God, Backing Vocals Hannes van Dahl - Drums, backing vocals, married to the Valkyrie Goddess Guest musicians: Thobbe Englund - guitar solo on "Fields of Verdun" Antti Martikainen - orchestral arrangements on "Fields of Verdun" Floor Jansen - additional vocals, vocals on Soundtrack Edition Bethan Dixon Bate - Narration on History edition Indy Neidell - Narration on History Channel Edition From the album "The Great War" Lyrics: Joakim Broden Music: Joakim Broden Theme: Baron Manfred von Richthofen, the German flying ace. Better known as The Red Baron.
17:47 What no guitar solo? yes there is a guitar solo, have you slept over 13:49 ? 😂😂 Great reaction though. I agree this is a great song and a great live performance really well done. Can't wait for you to react to Christmas Truce by them
Red Baron will always have a special place in my heart because it was the first Sabaton song I ever heard. Great reaction, and I'm so glad you liked it too!
To be fair, Joakim has said in interviews that they generally do not drink before or during shows. The only exceptions are an occasional glass of wine or single beer during dinner before a show or from time to time if the fans send one up. He stated that he really respects the fan base and he considers it rude to party and play a bad show that people paid to come see.
Sabaton is never shy about paying homage and showing their influences. thus, the "Kiss style" drum. You can also hear the influence of Uriah Heep. That song is a direct descendant to "Easy Living" and it's done so well, you can tell from the start that it's Sabaton. Great stuff !
Considering the lyrics of the chorus, I was not surprised that you ended up given the song the HIGHER score 😂 Bad puns aside, great catchy song, and I love the organ intro (which it's actually in the album version as well) directly taken from the baroque classical piece Hope you do Christmas Truce at some point, it's another great song that includes keys and the story is wonderful
Sabaton shows never disappoint. Great performers and fun to watch. This song is not my favorite, but still good, especially live. Also, Joakim _did_ go half-naked at one point in time during live performances. It was at least 10 or so years ago and we were nearing the end of the show. The crowd had been chanting (translated from Dutch) "pants off, [put them] on your head!" all night, and though he had been resisting throughout the show, when the show was over, the madman actually took off his pants and put them on his head. Really wish I had taken a picture of that, and I'm not sure if any footage can be found online about this. If all goes well, I'll be seeing them live again next year. Will be my 7th time, if I'm not mistaken.
Thank you very much for your reaction to this crowd pleaser and one of my (many) favourite songs of Sabaton. Love the story, love the Hammond Organ, love the fast pace. Thank you for remembering the request, sir! I am happy, you liked the song.
If you watch the video on Dragonforce's channel where Herman and Sam had Joakim and Par join them on their livestream, they actually talk about when the two bands were touring together early in their history and some members of Sabaton decided to streak onto the stage during Dragonforce's set. So what Joakim said at the beginning does have some evidence to support it. Also, I'm not sure if you know, but Joakim was originally the band's keyboardist, not vocalist. They were still looking for a lead singer, and when Joakim was presenting the songs that he was writing to the band, he would sing the melody to them just to demonstrate it, and eventually the band just gave up on finding a different singer and hired a different keyboardist instead. Of course, when that keyboardist left in early 2012, they just decided not to replace him.
@9:20 they do a lot interesting stuff, like using national anthems in songs or what was popular at the time in the country being the focus of the some. Lots of classical as well.
The whole crowd chanting, and the first things Joakim played on the organ was their song "Swedish Pagans". It's been a running joke within the Sabaton community that Joakim dislikes the song, and doesn't want to play it live anymore. which is why he says "So, do you wanna hear that song? well too fkn bad, because it's time for The Red Baron". It's great jokes!
Sabaton is a realy great band and i like them ! This song is great and their stage show is also great, it must be a great time to be there and watch them live ! Greatings and love from germany ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
I don't remember if we have told you this😁 That awsome blond drummer (Hannes Van Dahl) is married to the one and only Floor Jansen! 😉 What a powerful duo!😍 Awsome reaction again David❤
The album version of the song is actually played in a higher key (orange instead of yellow; if that seems weird it's because I've always seen different pitches in music as different colors). Overall I thought this was fine both performance and song wise, though I've seen and heard better from both.
Could you please make a video about Sabaton's song Hill 3234? It's another song about USSR. And I get it, the timing is a bit awkward but politics shouldn't influence and ruin a music experience. However, I would be really interested in a reaction from YOU of all people. You provide a great insight into the music. Hill 3234 is definetely more on the simplistic side of Sabaton songs. I'm curious of what effect it would have on you.
Maybe I should specify it a bit more. Thanks for the ❤️, by the way. I appreciate it. Maybe my original comment was a bit harsh towards the song. By "simplistic" I definetely didn't mean it's a bad song or easy to perform or anything like that. It involves a lot of fast drumming which certainly isn't easy. The lyrics are also very much so creative - just like other Sabaton songs. It's just that the music itself sounds more or less like generic metal, without the usual Sabaton nuances. And that's what I was trying to convey with the "simplistic" rating.
@@MsCatstaff yup i recall seen that in song of myself wacken performance near the end when at a time he lets the note keep feedin on amp goes and grabs the corona from atop a loudspeaker takes a gulp and then keeps playing....hehe now thats also professionalism David ;)
I totally agree with your drinking onstage perspective...I never drank when I toured while I was playing---reason is simple---that was my job, you wouldn't want your sales staff, your workers, etc drinking on the job would you---of course not---that's simply why I didn't
There is a tradition with Joahim and the German audiences... They yell out "Noch ein Bier" and after the repartee with them, he chugs a beer. I believe he only drinks one per performance.
Well, I was at Frauenfeld in Switzerland and the crowd yelled it after every song. I think he finally had drunk two or three beers, but the last one he got in a small red cup, so it could be possible that that one wasn't beer.
During a performance at the Wargaming booth at Gamescom (forgot which year that was) we managed to get him drink two. First one per usual, then later he tried to cop out saying they have no more beer so unless we had more ... and a dude in the crowd donated his can for the greater good. Joakim's response was to curse his big mouth right before he chugged it.
A neat moment to remember for my first and possibly only Sabaton concert.
Sabaton has great crowd engagement. It's the biggest let down to finally see a band you've loved only to have them show up, play, leave. Never once had that happen with Sabaton. Never pass up a chance to see them life if you have it, David!
I'll be seeing them in September, looking forward to it.
@@THEDavidHeretic You wont be disappointed! They're awesome! Besides the great music and their awesome production, they 're a lot of fun to watch. Great showmanship there. 🤘
Band Members
Joakim Broden - Lead vocals, keyboards
Par Sundstrom - Bass, backing vocals
Chris Rorland - Guitars, backing vocals
Tommy Johannson - Guitar God, Backing Vocals
Hannes van Dahl - Drums, backing vocals, married to the Valkyrie Goddess
Guest musicians:
Thobbe Englund - guitar solo on "Fields of Verdun"
Antti Martikainen - orchestral arrangements on "Fields of Verdun"
Floor Jansen - additional vocals, vocals on Soundtrack Edition
Bethan Dixon Bate - Narration on History edition
Indy Neidell - Narration on History Channel Edition
From the album "The Great War"
Lyrics: Joakim Broden
Music: Joakim Broden
Theme: Baron Manfred von Richthofen, the German flying ace. Better known as The Red Baron.
17:47 What no guitar solo? yes there is a guitar solo, have you slept over 13:49 ? 😂😂 Great reaction though. I agree this is a great song and a great live performance really well done. Can't wait for you to react to Christmas Truce by them
Red Baron will always have a special place in my heart because it was the first Sabaton song I ever heard. Great reaction, and I'm so glad you liked it too!
Mine was Bismarck :3
To be fair, Joakim has said in interviews that they generally do not drink before or during shows. The only exceptions are an occasional glass of wine or single beer during dinner before a show or from time to time if the fans send one up. He stated that he really respects the fan base and he considers it rude to party and play a bad show that people paid to come see.
Sabaton is never shy about paying homage and showing their influences. thus, the "Kiss style" drum. You can also hear the influence of Uriah Heep. That song is a direct descendant to "Easy Living" and it's done so well, you can tell from the start that it's Sabaton. Great stuff !
I was at this show. Great evening. But to short. Berlin has some strict rules regarding noise late at night and the venue in the middle of the city.
Considering the lyrics of the chorus, I was not surprised that you ended up given the song the HIGHER score 😂
Bad puns aside, great catchy song, and I love the organ intro (which it's actually in the album version as well) directly taken from the baroque classical piece
Hope you do Christmas Truce at some point, it's another great song that includes keys and the story is wonderful
Thx for the request! I love this song :3
Sabaton shows never disappoint. Great performers and fun to watch. This song is not my favorite, but still good, especially live.
Also, Joakim _did_ go half-naked at one point in time during live performances. It was at least 10 or so years ago and we were nearing the end of the show. The crowd had been chanting (translated from Dutch) "pants off, [put them] on your head!" all night, and though he had been resisting throughout the show, when the show was over, the madman actually took off his pants and put them on his head. Really wish I had taken a picture of that, and I'm not sure if any footage can be found online about this.
If all goes well, I'll be seeing them live again next year. Will be my 7th time, if I'm not mistaken.
Thank you very much for your reaction to this crowd pleaser and one of my (many) favourite songs of Sabaton. Love the story, love the Hammond Organ, love the fast pace. Thank you for remembering the request, sir! I am happy, you liked the song.
Nice reaction! Also happy independence day! Which is also my birthday!
If you watch the video on Dragonforce's channel where Herman and Sam had Joakim and Par join them on their livestream, they actually talk about when the two bands were touring together early in their history and some members of Sabaton decided to streak onto the stage during Dragonforce's set. So what Joakim said at the beginning does have some evidence to support it.
Also, I'm not sure if you know, but Joakim was originally the band's keyboardist, not vocalist. They were still looking for a lead singer, and when Joakim was presenting the songs that he was writing to the band, he would sing the melody to them just to demonstrate it, and eventually the band just gave up on finding a different singer and hired a different keyboardist instead. Of course, when that keyboardist left in early 2012, they just decided not to replace him.
@9:20 they do a lot interesting stuff, like using national anthems in songs or what was popular at the time in the country being the focus of the some. Lots of classical as well.
The music fits well with the theme. The Red Baron is one of the greatest legends ever.
The whole crowd chanting, and the first things Joakim played on the organ was their song "Swedish Pagans". It's been a running joke within the Sabaton community that Joakim dislikes the song, and doesn't want to play it live anymore. which is why he says "So, do you wanna hear that song? well too fkn bad, because it's time for The Red Baron". It's great jokes!
Sabaton is a realy great band and i like them ! This song is great and their stage show is also great, it must be a great time to be there and watch them live ! Greatings and love from germany ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
Yeah! first time I was first one to like one of your reactions!
on drums, Hannes van Dahl, none other than Floor Jansen's husband. greetings from Portugal 🤘🤘
There was actualy a guitar solo ☝🏼 right after the organ solo.... a bit short maby, but it was there 😉
But a great eeaction 💪🏽😎
I don't remember if we have told you this😁 That awsome blond drummer (Hannes Van Dahl) is married to the one and only Floor Jansen! 😉 What a powerful duo!😍 Awsome reaction again David❤
“ I wonder if I should make the score ‘Higher’” He influenced the score without you realizing it.
The album version of the song is actually played in a higher key (orange instead of yellow; if that seems weird it's because I've always seen different pitches in music as different colors). Overall I thought this was fine both performance and song wise, though I've seen and heard better from both.
I would also love to see a unit nick name bracket vote. Flying circus has to be up there.
Could you please make a video about Sabaton's song Hill 3234?
It's another song about USSR. And I get it, the timing is a bit awkward but politics shouldn't influence and ruin a music experience.
However, I would be really interested in a reaction from YOU of all people. You provide a great insight into the music.
Hill 3234 is definetely more on the simplistic side of Sabaton songs. I'm curious of what effect it would have on you.
Maybe I should specify it a bit more. Thanks for the ❤️, by the way. I appreciate it.
Maybe my original comment was a bit harsh towards the song. By "simplistic" I definetely didn't mean it's a bad song or easy to perform or anything like that.
It involves a lot of fast drumming which certainly isn't easy. The lyrics are also very much so creative - just like other Sabaton songs.
It's just that the music itself sounds more or less like generic metal, without the usual Sabaton nuances. And that's what I was trying to convey with the "simplistic" rating.
Swedes always joke about the beer and drinking thing. If they really decided to do it, good luck out drinking a Viking.
Great
You know, Tuomas keeps a bottle of red wine on a holder bucket on side of his keyboard stand....
And Emppu's always got a bottle or can of Corona Extra sitting beside his water bottle and bowl of spare picks.
@@MsCatstaff yup i recall seen that in song of myself wacken performance near the end when at a time he lets the note keep feedin on amp goes and grabs the corona from atop a loudspeaker takes a gulp and then keeps playing....hehe now thats also professionalism David ;)
@@galadballcrusher8182 Yep. He takes a drink during GLS Wacken as well, but during the early part where he's not actually playing.
Hope you react to Lion from the north or carolus rex soon..
Drink for sure !! its rock n roll music, not lady gagga ;)
Maybe his beer is free from alcohol. 🤷🏻♂️
Not likely tho… 🤣
I totally agree with your drinking onstage perspective...I never drank when I toured while I was playing---reason is simple---that was my job, you wouldn't want your sales staff, your workers, etc drinking on the job would you---of course not---that's simply why I didn't