Hi Rob! I'm new here I've been watching for 2 months now I enjoy what you do alot. I feel like you would very much like to talk about the lyrics to the song 'beneath the surface' by as blood runs black. Not only is the song great but the lyrics are very power to me personally. Thank you for the entertainment!
It really makes his sacrifice so much more impactful when you realize all he needed was one word, and the course of history would forever be changed. But instead Jesus went willingly. Over 12 legions of angels would answer that call it is said, which is around 72000 angels if we take the roman legions as reference. Just one angel is said to have killed over 185000 people overnight, that's cold.
Yes! Finally haha. So many good Theocracy songs, but Laying the Demon to Rest or Mirror of Souls are also essentials. Theocracy's "I AM" is a work of art. Purely and simply, the song glorifies God, Jesus, and The Spirit. By the end of the song you are ready to cry from the euphoria of praise that comes out of this song. Matt Smith of Theocracy is clearly in love with the Lord.
@@jeandavidnau8314 That's right, it is for me a place where I always reconnect with God by taking into account his attributes. I truly believe that someone speaks this way about Jesus only when he knows him both theologically and in person.
My favorite line is "I am the Word who spoke no word, with a thousand angels waiting for my call." He, the Word of Life, was SILENT, even to the point of DEATH, when he could so easily have saved himself from death on the cross.
This song makes me want to run through a wall for Jesus. I just recently found out about about this band and became an instant fan. Great reaction guys!
I heard they're making a new album this year I'm hyped one of my favorite progressive metal bands in my favorite power metal band and my favorite Christian metal band aside from tourniquet
Matt Smith (Theocracy's lead singer not the 11th Doctor) is a master mixer. This dude knows how to chart and harmonize like nobody's business. You HAVE to listen to more of their stuff.
The first time I heard this song I was too overwhelmed by it to take it in. The second time I heard this song I was overwhelmed with emotion as it hit so truthfully. God is Good!
The words are a lot. Every phrase brings strong emotion. And there are a lot. But the entire work brings a sense of peace. I Am has walked the path before us and given us the tools to walk in his footsteps. I Am has taken all of the burdens that we don't have to carry. The length of the song is a bit off-putting and there are a few questionable time changes, but solid overall.
@@lenxbot777z5 Jesus is the I Am, he is the manifestation of God and a lot of verses in the bible is saying that also. Jesus claimed to be the manifestation of the invisible God thats why the pharises try to stone Him. He said before abrahan He is the I Am. read your bible.
Not a Christian in any sense of the word or meaning, but damn this is one of the best power metal songs I’ve ever heard. I didn’t understand a lot of the references, but like he said, never a dull moment.
My all time favourite by this band.. if I have to go somewhere far on a road trip, this usually becomes my song.. and singing together.. man, what a ride..
As a believer in Christ, I don't know how anyone can get through this whole song (especially Verse 4) without tears coming to their eyes. This song is so powerful and more biblically sound than most sermons. I can imagine God smiling the very first time this song was ever played and thinking to Himself "they have described Me almost perfectly."
I'm a big Theocracy fan and all 4 of their albums are fantastic plus they are working on a new one.as a fun thing the bands they also do funny Christmas songs that are hilarious.
@@mikeygreene Wynter Fever FTW. Snowglobe is also great, as are all of their carol renditions. As far as albums go, Mirror of Souls is still my personal favorite of theirs.
I like the tracks from the first album. Especially Twist of fate, it's just impressive how much Matt was able to put down on his own in his beginnings.
I never clicked on one of these reaction videos faster. I’m glad you finally reacted to this one! Their song “Laying the Demon to Rest” is like this but has a lot of metal core influence in it too.
@@AZRockslide42 They are working on LP 5, last posts I saw from them was back in March/April about guitars, drums, and vocals. I assume it will drop sometime next year, but I could be wrong in my prediction haha.
Just saw Theocracy this past weekend at Immortal Fest in Ohio, they played this and it was flawless. They were incredible, the crowd was pumped. Now if we could get them to do a tour with Stryper it would be epic!
I've been a fan of Theocracy for a long time. I've seen them in concert & I have all their music (even the Christmas songs). Vocalist Matt Smith also releases music under the name "Project Aegis". I'm so glad you guys reacted to this song. God has blessed the members of Theocracy with so much talent. It's awesome they use that talent to bring glory to Him, the I Am.
Project Aegis really needs to make a full album, I’m pretty sure they’re at 3 or 4 songs right? Angel in The Ashes Collide and Spark And the Rest Is Mystery That’s all of them right? Or did I miss one?
@@jakejambor1 different singers every song + different charities benefitted from the sale of each song = we are never going to get a Project Aegis album.
I've been waiting for this for so long! Theocracy is such a great band. Their lyrics are directly inspired by the Bible and are put together in such an artistic way. I hope you guys get to react to more of their songs. "Alter to the Unknown God" is a good one.
THEOCRACY is one of the greatest and most creative White metal bands. "I Am" is a song that seriously should be arranged for choirs (or choir and a very good soloist) to perform during Mass. I think that would make Matt proud.
I love Theocracy, and the introduction to the band has left quite an impact on me: the song "Mirror of Souls". If I had to classify my belief I would call it agnostic atheism. But I have a great interest in religion as a student of history, and have many friends with different religious backgrounds, though the majority of which are Christian. One of those friends introduced me to Theocracy through the song Mirror of Souls, and I have definitely felt a stronger understanding of my Christians friend's beliefs because of that song. Obviously it is amazing musically, but to me truly portrays a persons journey into Christianity. Hence the length of the song. The author truly did not take any shortcuts in order to get their message across, and it truly enjoyable to experience both the message and journey expressed in the song.
Wow... what a track. I haven't heard of Theocracy. I'm a Rock and Metal fan ..my favourite bands Dream Theater , Metallica AIC.Rush , Black Sabbath. Opeth, Petra , Living Sacrifice, Demon Hunter. I will definitely check out more Theocracy.. the lyrics are brilliant. God Bless and take care. Looking forward to your next reaction 🙏✝️
I had just found them recently. A person on RUclips recommended them to me when I mentioned DragonForce and now I like Theocracy even more. I myself a Christian, I love the lyrics of this band.
I just recently got into Theocracy a few months ago and they quickly became one of my favorite bands. I thought of you guys when I first heard them and I was pretty stoked when I got the notification for this video. Thanks guys.
Matt Smith/Theocracy has said his favorite is "Mirror Of Souls:...ummm,, pack a lunch though its awesome story and journey ! PS: Another band that does "scripture" but really cranks it up musically...Affector...Album Harmagedon...I recommend the song "The Rapture".
Fun fact! The core motif this song is built around is actually a direct reference to an instrumental break in their song, "New Jerusalem", from their debut album. I call it the "Heaven Motif" within the context of Theocracy's music haha. It's definitely the proggiest part about this band, given prog's roots in classical theory. But yeah, so glad you guys got around to this song! I've been listening to heavier stuff mostly in the most recent years but these guys were a HUGE part of formulating my music tastes. Matt is a literal genius, in my opinion, and this song proves that! You also really need to listen to "Mirror of Souls", "Twist of Fate", "Easter" and "And the Rest is Mystery" by Matt's charity supergroup, Project Aegis.
@blazebarnett91 Absolutely, and while they may not be technically a Christian band anymore, their roots definitely help further accentuate the greatness of the music. I've heard all of their albums since Esoteric Symbolism but I haven't heard their earlier albums yet.
You should try Nailed. I was definitely surprised that any Christian metal band would write songs about Martin Luther. Perhaps Altar to the Unknown God (Acts 17 reference) is also another beautiful song, especially lyrically. They're all by Theocracy.
As to the Metallica references...Theocracy's singer has a short video here on youtube where he is playing several Metallica riffs on the guitar. So yes, Metallica is an influence of Theocracy 🙂
Great video. I love this song, especially when I’m feeling depressed or alone and broken. When I feel lost or the pain of loss is overwhelming me. This band is great. Laying the demon to rest is a must listen. That song can be applied to so many things but scripturally sounds like it’s adultery. I could be wrong, but it still sounds that way.
We all have our own different demons to fight, but we never have to fight them alone. This is why LtDtR is so amazing. It can be applied to everyone, not matter the situation.
It's funny to me how powerful and absolutely beautiful music can be no matter what it's about.... i am an atheist, a woman of science and no religion... and yet i absolutely freaking love Christian rock and metal! I also love coming onto videos like this to and getting some context behind the lyrics... cause to me, i have no clue what any of these lyrics mean in the sense of religion. I've kinda got the gist of it, but not really.
He did it 🙏🏻 Thanks for reacting to this song It was one of the first bans to get me into Christian metal I have been a fan since then Love ur channel and all u do with it I hope you have a great day May the lord bless you and your family
Definitely has Dream Theater vibes throughout the whole song. The changing of tempos/time signatures and styles is something that is very Dream Theater.
They do very little of this now. Mirror of Souls (the song), I am, and to a lesser extent, Laying the Demon to Rest are the most proggy they get. 99% of their songs are more melodic power metal. Definitely a power metal band with occasional progressive elements, not the other way around. Comparing Theocracy to Dream Theater is a huge mistake IMO. No other band comes close to what they do, in the way they do it.
Great song!! Y’all still need to check out Yahweh by Stryper. Either the lyric video on Stryper Tube Fan Channel or the official nor lyric video. Just imagine the Passion of Christ put to Metal!!
Since a week I listened for first time this band, and now I am a fan of this band who gives to God glory and honor with his music, and his incredible letters are Connected strongly with the bible
YAAAY you finally did one!! And a good song to react to as well. Would love for you guys to do The Rest is Mystery by Project Aegis. Matt Smith from this band does the vocals, along with a few other awesome and legendary vocalists.
Hi pastor rob. Can you do a reaction video to the Christian band Disciple? They're great and more ppl need to know. About them. If you read this, please do Regime Change or Panic Room. Let me know if you get this, I can show you more, but those are their two besties imo
Go for it …do the whole 20 minutes of the song mirror of souls by theocracy it is a beautiful and intricate song that is an amazing example of what the band stands for. I was truly impressed and delighted when I began listening to this bands music. I highly recommend another band named White Cross if you haven’t listened to them yet a good song is He is the Rock
Great reaction and commentary to a great song. If I could recommend another Theocracy song though, my pick is Martyr. I don't think you will be disappointed. Take care and God bless.
Speaking of I Am, you should react to the song of the same name by P.O.D. the band members are Christians, but that song is written from the perspective of a sinner and it would make for some pretty interesting discussion.
My first impression when I saw the runtime of "I Am" was "11 min?? Negative!" but something led me to listen to it and it was love at first to hear it haha It's a song that should have versions in all languages because it's just wonderful! We feels immersed in a degree of worship where nothing around matters. And no matter how many times I listen to this song, it always made me feel the same emotion.
FINALLY!!! Great video Pastor! A question: The portion of "Second Chance", couldn't it be a second chance for humanity as we failed in Adam & Eve? If one day you day you have the patience, please review "Mirror of Souls", it's a beautiful 20+ minutes journey. God bless!
First time viewer here. Glad you liked I Am. I recommend you revisit Theocracy. 'Absolution Day' and "On Eagles Wings' and good next steps. So is 'Nailed'.
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I was seriously impressed by this song! What other songs from this genre do you recommend?
Hi Rob! I'm new here I've been watching for 2 months now I enjoy what you do alot. I feel like you would very much like to talk about the lyrics to the song 'beneath the surface' by as blood runs black. Not only is the song great but the lyrics are very power to me personally. Thank you for the entertainment!
Nailed by Theocracy is also a really good one off of this album!
Symphony X - The Odyssey
More Theocracy:
As the World Bleeds
Altar to the Unknown God
Around the World and Back
Easter
Mirror of Souls
Laying the Demon to Rest
Wages of Sin
Check "Mirror of Souls" by Theocracy. It's awesome!! This song has 20 minutes.
"I AM the Word who spoke no word with a thousand angels waiting for my call..."
Maybe the best line in music... ever...
Agree with you🙏
It really makes his sacrifice so much more impactful when you realize all he needed was one word, and the course of history would forever be changed. But instead Jesus went willingly. Over 12 legions of angels would answer that call it is said, which is around 72000 angels if we take the roman legions as reference. Just one angel is said to have killed over 185000 people overnight, that's cold.
One of the only bands that is straight up Scripture. You should do Alter to the Unknown god by Theocracy. It is an amazing song.
Affector...check them out...Affector "Harmagedon"
Actually almost every songs is good.. especially *Mirror of souls* that song is just Bomb..
Nah, The Master Story Teller.
Wolves at the Gate is great band also
@@crazylegs1721 I also love Wolves at the Gate. Really solid band.
This song is a really Christian anthem for our age... Theocracy is an awesome band!
Yes! Finally haha. So many good Theocracy songs, but Laying the Demon to Rest or Mirror of Souls are also essentials.
Theocracy's "I AM" is a work of art. Purely and simply, the song glorifies God, Jesus, and The Spirit. By the end of the song you are ready to cry from the euphoria of praise that comes out of this song. Matt Smith of Theocracy is clearly in love with the Lord.
It makes me cry EVERY TIME... If I'm singing along. PRAISE THE MOST HIGH GOD OF ABRAHAM, ISAAC, AND JACOB!
Agree with you
@@jeandavidnau8314 That's right, it is for me a place where I always reconnect with God by taking into account his attributes.
I truly believe that someone speaks this way about Jesus only when he knows him both theologically and in person.
That line "Lead us not into Temptation!!!" really shows how phenomenal Matt's voice is.
HE DID IT, HE ACTUALLY DID IT
Noice avatar bro
I know! I've been requesting a review of them for years!
Yeeeeaaaaahhhhh
Dang I missed this till now!
My favorite line is "I am the Word who spoke no word, with a thousand angels waiting for my call." He, the Word of Life, was SILENT, even to the point of DEATH, when he could so easily have saved himself from death on the cross.
This song makes me want to run through a wall for Jesus. I just recently found out about about this band and became an instant fan. Great reaction guys!
Just found out about them as well and they are also top tier thrash metal band in my books as well.
This was my first song I heard and I get teary eyed listening to it God is so Good
I heard they're making a new album this year I'm hyped one of my favorite progressive metal bands in my favorite power metal band and my favorite Christian metal band aside from tourniquet
Matt Smith (Theocracy's lead singer not the 11th Doctor) is a master mixer. This dude knows how to chart and harmonize like nobody's business. You HAVE to listen to more of their stuff.
Matt's RUclips vids on his recording and mixing processes are a complete music geek fascination of mine.
Project Aegis is also a testament to your point.
The first time I heard this song I was too overwhelmed by it to take it in. The second time I heard this song I was overwhelmed with emotion as it hit so truthfully. God is Good!
❤️🎵🎶🎵🎶✝️🙂👍
The words are a lot. Every phrase brings strong emotion. And there are a lot. But the entire work brings a sense of peace. I Am has walked the path before us and given us the tools to walk in his footsteps. I Am has taken all of the burdens that we don't have to carry. The length of the song is a bit off-putting and there are a few questionable time changes, but solid overall.
Same
Try Mirror of Souls (its 22 minutes long)
This song is like "what if God wrote the ultimate progressive power metal song!"
Exactly 😂
Jesus Christ is our Lord and saviour. i remmember crying on this song . The true nature of God revealed in the lyrics of this beautiful written song.
But it sounds like he is saying he/vocalist is GOD almighty
Who else thinks that..think nicely
And remember Jesus is part of the Trinity..Jesus is not The I Am..as the CREATOR
@@lenxbot777z5 so every actor that has portrayed Jesus is a Jesus impersonator?
@@lenxbot777z5 Jesus is the I Am, he is the manifestation of God and a lot of verses in the bible is saying that also. Jesus claimed to be the manifestation of the invisible God thats why the pharises try to stone Him. He said before abrahan He is the I Am. read your bible.
Not a Christian in any sense of the word or meaning, but damn this is one of the best power metal songs I’ve ever heard. I didn’t understand a lot of the references, but like he said, never a dull moment.
Pretty much every line was either a deep cut to Biblical scripture or just the general experiences people have had with God. It’s amazing.
Do Mirror of Souls by Theocracy. It's over 20 mins long! AMAZING song!!!! One of my favorites by them!
That's an awesome song.
It is their best!
My all time favourite by this band.. if I have to go somewhere far on a road trip, this usually becomes my song.. and singing together.. man, what a ride..
It's a Metal Masterpiece!
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As a believer in Christ, I don't know how anyone can get through this whole song (especially Verse 4) without tears coming to their eyes. This song is so powerful and more biblically sound than most sermons. I can imagine God smiling the very first time this song was ever played and thinking to Himself "they have described Me almost perfectly."
I get chills during the song. It's soul stirring.
It hits me hard every time I listen.
Their song "lay the demons to rest" is so powerful biblically and pretty heavy to boot!
Never heard of them....after that song im definitely going to buy an album.
God bless
I'm a big Theocracy fan and all 4 of their albums are fantastic plus they are working on a new one.as a fun thing the bands they also do funny Christmas songs that are hilarious.
@@mikeygreene Wynter Fever FTW. Snowglobe is also great, as are all of their carol renditions.
As far as albums go, Mirror of Souls is still my personal favorite of theirs.
All four of their albums are exceptional, but my personal favorite is “As the World Bleeds.” Every song on the album is an absolute banger.
You need to do "Hide in the Fairytale." It's Theocracy's best song. Also a big fan of "Altar to the Unknown God" and "Paper Tiger."
I agree brother it's a great song as well ...in fact the entire album 🎵🎶🎵🎶😄👍
Sorry this song is by far their best
Actually almost every songs is good.. especially *Mirror of souls* that song is just Bomb..
I love the lyrics to it! It'd be amazing to have they talk about it
I like the tracks from the first album. Especially Twist of fate, it's just impressive how much Matt was able to put down on his own in his beginnings.
I cannot believe As The World Bleeds is 10 years old…..
Glad yall loved it. It remains one of my top 5 Theocracy songs.
The theology of the song is just awesome..
Theocracy is such a great band! One of the best.
I never clicked on one of these reaction videos faster. I’m glad you finally reacted to this one! Their song “Laying the Demon to Rest” is like this but has a lot of metal core influence in it too.
" I am the notes that eternity ring in the music too Holy for angels to sing" love that line
IT'S ABOUT TIME!!!! I'm never not a weeping mess by the end of this masterpiece
Honestly, this is one of my favorite songs of all time. Theocracy is seriously underrated.
Theocracy is one of the best power metal band out there!!!Such a crime that they are so underated...
The only reason they are underated is because there songs are so in your face with such a powerful message .Evil doesn't like that.
The lyrics are just as strong as the music. It brings tears to my eyes every time i hear it.
You NEED to react to "Becoming The Archetype - End Of The Age". Especially if you liked this song.
100% we need some BTA🤘🏻
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Yes!!!
Yes.. bring Heaven to Earth.. 🔥🔥🔥🔥
I’d love to see them react to Dichotomy by BTA. It’s basically Romans 1 meets the fall of the Tower of Babel.
So happy you guys have finally done a reaction to Theocracy, this is the band that got me into the metal genre, can't wait to hear their next record.
Are they working on a new one? I have not seen anything since Ghost Ship in 2016.
@@AZRockslide42 They are working on LP 5, last posts I saw from them was back in March/April about guitars, drums, and vocals.
I assume it will drop sometime next year, but I could be wrong in my prediction haha.
@@emmanuel_ej relief i had thought that they were broken up
@@emmanuel_ej they said it was projected to come out this year but wouldn't be surprised if it's next year
@@calebreutener870 one of the guitars left because of fraud but they are still a band
You guys NEED to react to new phinehas “eternally apart”.... not sure the meaning, but boy is the song a banger.
Yes!!! Those new songs they just came out with are 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
I had to grin when you said that you had goosebumps because I've been listening to this song for more than ten years and it still gives me goosebumps!
At the beginning I was like "meh" then for the rest of the song I was like "Oh meh God!". Epic.
Just saw Theocracy this past weekend at Immortal Fest in Ohio, they played this and it was flawless. They were incredible, the crowd was pumped. Now if we could get them to do a tour with Stryper it would be epic!
I've been a fan of Theocracy for a long time. I've seen them in concert & I have all their music (even the Christmas songs). Vocalist Matt Smith also releases music under the name "Project Aegis". I'm so glad you guys reacted to this song. God has blessed the members of Theocracy with so much talent. It's awesome they use that talent to bring glory to Him, the I Am.
I mentioned Aegis as well.
Project Aegis really needs to make a full album, I’m pretty sure they’re at 3 or 4 songs right?
Angel in The Ashes
Collide and Spark
And the Rest Is Mystery
That’s all of them right? Or did I miss one?
@@jakejambor1 different singers every song + different charities benefitted from the sale of each song = we are never going to get a Project Aegis album.
Long song but please do mirror of souls by theocracy
I've been waiting for this for so long! Theocracy is such a great band. Their lyrics are directly inspired by the Bible and are put together in such an artistic way. I hope you guys get to react to more of their songs. "Alter to the Unknown God" is a good one.
Mirror of Souls!!! I dare you....................this band are musical geniuses and Matt Smith is such a briliant musician and singer.
This was the first Theocracy song I ever heard and man, what an introduction this was. This song (music and message) is impeccable!
This song never fails to convict my heart and make me cry. So beutiful
Ahh this is one of my all time favorite songs! 💙
Can't wait for the new Theocracy album!
THEOCRACY is one of the greatest and most creative White metal bands. "I Am" is a song that seriously should be arranged for choirs (or choir and a very good soloist) to perform during Mass. I think that would make Matt proud.
Theocracy - Laying The demon to rest
Yessssss this song rules. You should do "Easter" by Theocracy on Easter. It's immense.
Easter is awesome and I love Jerusalem as well.
Oh my goodness it is finally happening! I've waited for this so long!
same.
I love Theocracy, and the introduction to the band has left quite an impact on me: the song "Mirror of Souls".
If I had to classify my belief I would call it agnostic atheism. But I have a great interest in religion as a student of history, and have many friends with different religious backgrounds, though the majority of which are Christian.
One of those friends introduced me to Theocracy through the song Mirror of Souls, and I have definitely felt a stronger understanding of my Christians friend's beliefs because of that song. Obviously it is amazing musically, but to me truly portrays a persons journey into Christianity. Hence the length of the song. The author truly did not take any shortcuts in order to get their message across, and it truly enjoyable to experience both the message and journey expressed in the song.
Wow... what a track. I haven't heard of Theocracy. I'm a Rock and Metal fan ..my favourite bands Dream Theater , Metallica AIC.Rush , Black Sabbath. Opeth, Petra , Living Sacrifice, Demon Hunter.
I will definitely check out more Theocracy.. the lyrics are brilliant.
God Bless and take care. Looking forward to your next reaction 🙏✝️
I had just found them recently. A person on RUclips recommended them to me when I mentioned DragonForce and now I like Theocracy even more. I myself a Christian, I love the lyrics of this band.
You will not be disappointed. All of those bands that you mention influence Matt musically.
I’ve been waiting for this reaction. Definitely one of my favorite songs.
Very powerful lyrics.
I just recently got into Theocracy a few months ago and they quickly became one of my favorite bands. I thought of you guys when I first heard them and I was pretty stoked when I got the notification for this video. Thanks guys.
I actually liked it. Didn’t expect that! I’d be really interested in your take on IAm by POD.
the noncensored version :D
Please react to Living Sacrifice bloodwork from The Hammering Process. Living Sacrifice is a thrash metal death metal metalcore band.
Matt Smith/Theocracy has said his favorite is "Mirror Of Souls:...ummm,, pack a lunch though its awesome story and journey ! PS: Another band that does "scripture" but really cranks it up musically...Affector...Album Harmagedon...I recommend the song "The Rapture".
Mirror Of Souls is truly a masterpiece. ❤️ Not saying most of Theocracy isn't tho, especially I Am. But Mirror of Souls is on a whole different level.
Use their Christmas song s for a Christmas special. They won't disappoint
The Christmas Medley- yes!!
Easter for an Easter special!
Fun fact! The core motif this song is built around is actually a direct reference to an instrumental break in their song, "New Jerusalem", from their debut album. I call it the "Heaven Motif" within the context of Theocracy's music haha. It's definitely the proggiest part about this band, given prog's roots in classical theory.
But yeah, so glad you guys got around to this song! I've been listening to heavier stuff mostly in the most recent years but these guys were a HUGE part of formulating my music tastes. Matt is a literal genius, in my opinion, and this song proves that! You also really need to listen to "Mirror of Souls", "Twist of Fate", "Easter" and "And the Rest is Mystery" by Matt's charity supergroup, Project Aegis.
@blazebarnett91 Agreed! I consider it to be the best song ever written by a human, to be honest!
@blazebarnett91 Teramaze is a relatively recent find for me, they're extremely underappreciated!
@blazebarnett91 Absolutely, and while they may not be technically a Christian band anymore, their roots definitely help further accentuate the greatness of the music. I've heard all of their albums since Esoteric Symbolism but I haven't heard their earlier albums yet.
Of course the one being referred to as "I AM" is God Almighty.
You should try Nailed. I was definitely surprised that any Christian metal band would write songs about Martin Luther. Perhaps Altar to the Unknown God (Acts 17 reference) is also another beautiful song, especially lyrically. They're all by Theocracy.
It's a dig against Catholic beliefs as well, which IMO is deserving.
@@josephh927 lol, now that you mentioned it!
As to the Metallica references...Theocracy's singer has a short video here on youtube where he is playing several Metallica riffs on the guitar. So yes, Metallica is an influence of Theocracy 🙂
You really need to react to Orbit Culture - Flight Of The Fireflies. I know yall gonna love it!
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Great video. I love this song, especially when I’m feeling depressed or alone and broken. When I feel lost or the pain of loss is overwhelming me. This band is great. Laying the demon to rest is a must listen. That song can be applied to so many things but scripturally sounds like it’s adultery. I could be wrong, but it still sounds that way.
We all have our own different demons to fight, but we never have to fight them alone. This is why LtDtR is so amazing. It can be applied to everyone, not matter the situation.
Great reaction. Such a powerful song. Has brought tears to my eyes before.
It's funny to me how powerful and absolutely beautiful music can be no matter what it's about.... i am an atheist, a woman of science and no religion... and yet i absolutely freaking love Christian rock and metal!
I also love coming onto videos like this to and getting some context behind the lyrics... cause to me, i have no clue what any of these lyrics mean in the sense of religion. I've kinda got the gist of it, but not really.
He did it 🙏🏻
Thanks for reacting to this song
It was one of the first bans to get me into Christian metal
I have been a fan since then
Love ur channel and all u do with it
I hope you have a great day
May the lord bless you and your family
Definitely has Dream Theater vibes throughout the whole song. The changing of tempos/time signatures and styles is something that is very Dream Theater.
Very much a Christian Dream Theater
@@Thomohawk21 but they are very original lol.
They do very little of this now. Mirror of Souls (the song), I am, and to a lesser extent, Laying the Demon to Rest are the most proggy they get. 99% of their songs are more melodic power metal. Definitely a power metal band with occasional progressive elements, not the other way around.
Comparing Theocracy to Dream Theater is a huge mistake IMO. No other band comes close to what they do, in the way they do it.
@@stevehollwedel5709 yeah they are very original in lyrics and music I think.
9:34 definitely is inspired by Metropolis Pt.1
and the guitar harmony at 10:15 is is inspired by Queensryche
Need to react to Disciple. A staple in Christian rock.
I think y'all would seriously enjoy "Mirror of Souls" by Theocracy. Beautiful retelling of the gospel.
Great song!! Y’all still need to check out Yahweh by Stryper. Either the lyric video on Stryper Tube Fan Channel or the official nor lyric video. Just imagine the Passion of Christ put to Metal!!
Welcome to the wonderful uplifting world of power metal. May I suggest Unfold the Mystery by Signum Regis
Since a week I listened for first time this band, and now I am a fan of this band who gives to God glory and honor with his music, and his incredible letters are Connected strongly with the bible
Best metal band in the world. Matt Smith is a straight up genius.
YAAAY you finally did one!! And a good song to react to as well.
Would love for you guys to do The Rest is Mystery by Project Aegis. Matt Smith from this band does the vocals, along with a few other awesome and legendary vocalists.
The song I Am is a detailed description of what God represents
How come you you haven't reacted to Bride or Deliverance or Tourniquet or Barren Cross and Sacred Warrior
Hi pastor rob. Can you do a reaction video to the Christian band Disciple? They're great and more ppl need to know. About them. If you read this, please do Regime Change or Panic Room. Let me know if you get this, I can show you more, but those are their two besties imo
This was amazingly good, next time you should totally react to diamonds to dust!
If you do you should react to either Corpus Christi or Adventure Time
I’m surprised that they haven’t already 🧐😁
That would be amazing
Hi Robert,
Please go for
Diamonds to dust - Corpus Christi.
This will be a banger.
Rob Rock: Only A Matter Of Time LIVE
reaction please
Essa música é uma obra prima, linda, maravilhosa e poderosa.
Go for it …do the whole 20 minutes of the song mirror of souls by theocracy it is a beautiful and intricate song that is an amazing example of what the band stands for. I was truly impressed and delighted when I began listening to this bands music. I highly recommend another band named White Cross if you haven’t listened to them yet a good song is He is the Rock
White cross is awesome!
Rob Rock: In The Night LIVE
reaction please
This my favourite record by them. Not one bad song on the entire record
They have to be inspired by Dream Theater. The vocals and guitar are on par with Dream Theater.
Great reaction and commentary to a great song. If I could recommend another Theocracy song though, my pick is Martyr. I don't think you will be disappointed. Take care and God bless.
Love Theocracy!!
Laying the demon to rest by Theocracy
Essa letra é linda e poderosa. Saudações do Brasil Pr. Rob
Speaking of I Am, you should react to the song of the same name by P.O.D. the band members are Christians, but that song is written from the perspective of a sinner and it would make for some pretty interesting discussion.
If you do another Theocracy song someday, I recommend "The Wonder of It All."
My first impression when I saw the runtime of "I Am" was "11 min?? Negative!" but something led me to listen to it and it was love at first to hear it haha It's a song that should have versions in all languages because it's just wonderful! We feels immersed in a degree of worship where nothing around matters. And no matter how many times I listen to this song, it always made me feel the same emotion.
Please react to Underoath- Act of Depression
Rob Rock - I'm A Warrior Live reaction please
FINALLY!!! Great video Pastor!
A question:
The portion of "Second Chance", couldn't it be a second chance for humanity as we failed in Adam & Eve?
If one day you day you have the patience, please review "Mirror of Souls", it's a beautiful 20+ minutes journey.
God bless!
I love Mirror of Souls. Great song
FINALLY! 😂
You shoul react to mirror of souls or laying the demon to rest from theocracy
Nailed is another great song and Easter off of Ghost Ship
this is by far my favorite Power Metal band
You have to hear Laying the demon to rest by Theocracy!!!!
THEOCRACY - MARTYR reaction
Do “Laying the Demon to rest” by Theocracy
Great job guys,
Theocracy is one of my favorite metal bands.
First time viewer here. Glad you liked I Am. I recommend you revisit Theocracy. 'Absolution Day' and "On Eagles Wings' and good next steps. So is 'Nailed'.
Before I heard this song I was a Pigeon, now I’m an Eagle