SLEEP TOKEN - Do they live up to the hype? My FIRST time hearing SLEEP TOKEN
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First time seeing your videos, I’m here because of Sleep Token (sorry just being honest) but after hearing your reaction I subbed immediately because I’m super interested in your analysis of their music. Keep it up! I would love to see you do a DEEEEEEP dive. If possible go way back and save the rest of this album for the future, it will be life changing as it has been for many of us ST super fans.
Cheers, Max! I’ve another ST song filmed and available on Patreon. Coming soon to YT. I also have another 2 songs requested for ST over there that are due to be filmed shortly. 👍
Same. You should go through all of the discography. Amazing.
Another Sleep Token Fan here, your comment is basically everything I had in my head...Amazing Band, saw them 2x last month in Canada.
@@Johnny-fj7flx2?? Amazing!! I haven’t been able to get tickets for even 1 show, so you’re very blessed!
I've been watching JWS for a while now and I love how his mind seems to work.
I absolutely love his "Fear Inoculum" reaction content. He has a wonderful ability to balance the technical structures and emotionally charged aspects of music and it's just a great experience to go on the ride with him.
Massive ST fan here. The entire catalogue is amazing. There’s not a single song I didn’t eventually come to love forever. Vessel and II are incredible writers and performers.
II’s drumming is very tasty in all the songs I’ve heard.
He's a beast. Really ties all the other elements together. Without him I'd be much less interested.
Two is an absolute unit. His fills... his versatility. Top notch all throughout ST's catalog.
his drumeo session is soo worth watching. he's a damn machine
I am so hereeeeee for your sleep token journey and I will recruit others. Go from the eps through the albums. You will not regret the journey. I remember completely relating to your tool pneuma reaction. Sleep token gives us the same musical meat to sink our teeth into.
I jumped down the Sleep token rabbit whole ---I am not coming back . Love them have already seen the m 3 times in under a year
Really great in depth reaction. I really appreciate your active listening and technical discussion of details.
Vessel is also a multi-instrumentalist, but primarily a piano player. He actually plays everything on their recordings except the drums, played by II (two). III and IV are strictly touring members, as are the female vocalists. Vessel performs all the vocal tracks on the recordings.
If you like atmospheric/cinematic music, then this band will definitely scratch that itch.
On another note, this song is from their third studio album, which is the final part of their trilogy of albums. They also have two EPs and several singles before that, that all share their style and vision.
I hope you react to many more of their songs as i would very much enjoy hearing your thoughts on their other songs.
Many reactors have gone back to the beginning and are progressing through their catalogue from the start. The fanbase comes out in droves to watch them discover each song one by one. Myself included. Haha.
Anyways, essay over. Thanks for a very enjoyable reaction. Cheers.
I literally posted almost the same exact comment. 1min after you. I will delete mine. Cheers.
@@jasonnielsen9683 😆
I also commented something similar before I saw yours! I feel like the knowledge that Vessel composes and performs everything except for the drums really adds another layer of appreciation for ST’s art, and felt JW would appreciate knowing that as a clearly very talented musician himself!
I wouldn't say III and IV are touring members. Yeah, from what we know, they don't contribute to the music making process, but they are official members.
@@vizz00 that's fine. It wasn't meant to sound unofficial. They are definitely members, like you say.
They are a very important band that will influence a ton of younger musicians without sounding like musicians that only play notes to impress. They are a 10 out of 10. Got me into music again at 55 years old. Saw them live 3 times 2 weeks ago!!!! hahahaha!
i agree, when i first heard them, i couldnt help but feel as if we came across a band that was going to change the music scene
Your analysis of this song made me notice things about the mixing of this song that I had never noticed before. Instant follow.
I would TOTALLY watch you react to the entire Take Me Back To Eden album, in fact I am literally begging you to. I would watch the hell out of that.
An anylasis where the host isn't interrupting the song every 2 seconds. Subbed.
This
@Brer247i To be fair, if all you want is the song, just watch the original. Copyright is a thing, too, so you have to transform it somehow.
me when the analytical reaction youtuber reacts with an analysis:
@Brer247i but...they are? it...it's their channel? like, literally
@@Hoganply so this is just 100% true, right? it makes sense to me. if you just want to listen to the song, just listen to the song
So glad you had a request for this!! I’ve been away from your channel for awhile as I followed your tool and Jinjer journeys and relay respect your knowledge of music. I hope you dig deep into this bands discography. It truly is captivating.
Incoming Alkaline reaction, I can feel it... and I am here for it.
YES! I've been so curious to see what you think about ST! Looking forward to it!
I love watching reactions to this song. The “Wait, wtf?! Hell yes “ towards the end expressions are so entertaining
I’ve been waiting since your Clowncore reactions to see Sleep Token here and it was definitely worth it. As always, outstanding analysis and insight! Hope to see more of you breaking down their music.
This band changed not just my life, but my existence.
Going through their entire discography is an unforgettable experience.
Lots of tears, lots of head banging, and tons of *LOVE*
Worship
in the live version on this song, the drummer does a drum solo during the synth part. Drumeo did an interview with him and he played the live version of the summoning. it sounds so good
Loved your reaction and explanation. I have no musical instrumental knowledge but yet enjoyed your take.
I recently discovered ST and down the rabbit hole I have fallen. I’m probably going to expose my age here but I honestly haven’t had a band touch my soul like this since I was in High School when Led Zeppelin was on the scene and never expected it to happen again. Not to say that I haven’t enjoyed many others, I truly have. I thought it was a combination of getting through school and its struggles and just the overall times of that era.
But ST has done so, the combination of the lyrical composition with the variety of musical styles brings back so many memories of being exposed to other genres. At my age I don’t do concerts anymore, no patience for crowds especially mosh pits, that’s for my son LOL. Wished I had discovered ST 2 years ago I would have loved to have experienced them live in a small venue/arena, for them I would have ventured out to my one last concert to experience those lyrics and that drum playing live. But sadly I stumbled upon them after they were done with their US tour. I never got to see Led Zeppelin either, was all geared up to do so waiting for announcements of their tour when John Bonham passed. I did get to see Jimmy Paige when he was with The Firm. Enjoyed it immensely but it still wasn't Zeppelin.
I look forward to watching more ST from you! New subscriber! Thank you!
Thank you very much for the insightful breakdown, massive ST fan. Also recommend the Summoning performance that II did on Drumeo, he added his live drum solo on there too. With some added info, definitely worth a review of someone like yourself.
I don't usually like reaction videos, but I really enjoyed yours! I'm glad the YT algorithm brought me here, thank you for your insightful and clear explanation of what's musically going on here, I can now better appreciate the technical nuances of the song 😊
That's nice of you to say. Thank you very much! :)
When people ask you what sleep token genre is, just say yes
Nice analysis and nice faces, i did the same ones first time that i heard sleep token.
Saw that you were reacting to Sleep Tolken. The drummer is the best one that’s come along in a while. He has won a lot of awards in 2023. Will be joining your channel. My 23 year old son told me, there’s this great band. It’s called Sleep Token, you’ve got to listen to them. Me 57 looked at him and said duh, we’re have you been. 🤭
Musician discovers Sleep Token.. someone's life just got a lot better! 😉
first time seeing your content. i love how you listen to the song in its entirety before doing and stopping and commenting
As it was explained to me. Most Sleep Token is actually in 4/4 but the drummer transposes the one a LOT. sometimes it's ahead of the 1 slightly, sometimes it's behind. but the way he uses fills and his patterns being so gospel and busy that put together it sounds a lot like some strange crazy polyrhythm. And while it is a polyrhythm at the end of the day. Mostly their stuff is still 4/4.
big Meshuggah energy
They have some amazing music. Never listened to all the instruments as closely as I have with any other band. It all combines into something that of which is perfection
He has a great falsetto, but he also has 3 back up girls singing who are phenomenal.
Sleep Token are a bit more genre bending between songs but less within songs, if that makes sense. Straight up metal songs, one almost sounds like an Ed Sheeran song, lol
I found Sleep Token about 6mon. ago and I became obsessed. Im all in. I went to a Ritual it was amazing. I listen to them at least once a day. I love this band.
oh my GOD. I am so jealous that you're listening and experiencing them for the first time. I would do ANYTHING to do that. Sleep token is such an incredible and important band, they truly are one of a kind. Personal favourites are: Take Me Back To Eden, Jericho, Nazareth (their old stuff is phenomenal too), Sugar, Vore and Jaws. But honestly, TMBTE is such a flawless album. I adore them. Enjoy your experience, it's a blessing. Worship.
I too adore their older albums. I like watching this bc I get to kinda experience the song again thru him. I take all their songs for granted now but this video reminds me what a masterpiece the summoning is
@@starxcrossed completely agree.
So this is what Johnny Depp is up to these days?
as someone whos been listening to this band since 2018, i can confirm. they do indeed live up to the hype they got
Two is my favorite drummer right now .. 🔥
Thank you for a wicked analysis... can't wait for the next one.
Amazing reaction and analysis! Found you listening to Sleep Token on RUclips and it was worth. If I could say something, Take Me Back To Eden is their most famous (I think) and recent work, but for me, Sundowning album is still their state-of-the-art album without any doubt.
The female vocalists are only sing in the live shows. The lead singer, Vessel, does all of the studio vocals so the higher vocals you heard were his.
Same is true for all the instrumentals excluding drums. Only Vessel and II record the tracks. III, IV and the background singers are on-stage only. Although this is speculated to be changing for their future releases.
Love Sleep Token! Hope you like your PRS, it's my favorite brand :)
If you like the band I highly suggest listening to the rest of their songs in order, either with this album or better yet from their first album. The lore, story line and musical themes carry through each album and the first song in the first album connects directly to the last song of the last album, its powerful stuff.
Loved your reaction 😊
I find there are hints of Tool, Breaking Benjamin, Pantera, and even Pink Floyd mixed in.
They had him a stank face.😂😂😂😂
This video better be nothing short of sleep token is amazing especially if youre in the field iykyk
Sleep token are great, alkaline would be my favorite , you should check it out too
YOURE FROM BELFAST AND YOUVE LISTENED TO SLEEP TOKEN!? i’m seeing them in November in Manchester but i’m from and live in belfast!!
Are you familiar with Ren? Independent artist from whales. You should hear him with your background.
In case nobody said...Vessel does all instruments, etc. Except for the drums in the recordings. 😊
The vocals are all Vessel.. no females on the albums. He does the vocals and everything but drums on the studio versions 🥰
Welcome to the sleep token rabbit hole. I found sleep token about a year ago through my brother, and fell in love❤ Sleep token fans are some of the greatest people you will ever meet. Worship
Whether that be Bach or Bjork. Love it.
Got my subscription 👌 have a listen to drumeo featuring ii he is an incredible drummer
saw in chicago 3 weeks ago........WORSHIP
This band brought me and my girlfriend together it will always be special and having the privilege of seeing them live has ruined other artists for me. Not that the other bands were bad by any means but the careful way sleep token has built these characters and the atmosphere makes the whole experience almost religious. I have a fairly high bar for praising celebrities or on screen personalities but this band is just undeniably something different.
If Hozier did metal. Vocalist reminds me a lot of Hozier anyway.
I'd go see them live but not so sure how much I like them on album.
Heavy Funk 😅 🤘😎
I really like Sleep Token, I just saw them live. I also understand they are not everyone's cup of tea. One thing I can't stand though, is a fraction of their fan base that get all offended if you start mentioning the band member's real names. They are super annoying, and they need to get a life.
Super over hyped. The music is fine - not anything beyond. After I first heard them and they blew up I went months without ever thinking of them - never think ‘oh yeah, I want to listen to ST.’
Very very late to the party, if you like your music, ST for me personally are God Tier, cheers,..
I am jealous of the ride you are about to experience with this band. #Worship
Don't go back to the beginning first, the current album is a masterpiece! Worship!
React st more ❤❤
You forgot to answer the question. Overhyped or really good?
REALLY GOOD!!!! :)
Ok too much talking in the beginning but well done
Overrated
oh geez... 45 minutes long? No need to watch this at all.
I really don't understand the hype.
This is a great introductory song, but this song isn't even close to the extent of the bands musicality. They're genuinely genreless.
My personal name for the genre is “progressive ambient seductive metal”
Speaking facts....
This track actually reminds me of Deftones.
I think you would absolutely love to pick apart the song “take me back to Eden”
I see now that you have already reviewed this song in your Patreon. The reaction was well worth the subscription. I love that just like your pneuma reaction, at one point you stated that the song and the band had left you speechless. Sleep Token, and I am one of many who have said this. Is the first band in a while that have rekindled my imagination, creativity, inspiration, and faith in music. The story, the growth, the odds against, and perseverance of the lead singer really have left me with a sense of awe. Others after hearing take me back to Eden get the urge to go back to the beginning and listen to their growth over time. I did this and was left with a feeling of “how did I go years while their eps, and first two albums existed and not know about them.” The joke is many of us were sleeping on sleep token. I am an aspiring musician and I know everything comes down to preference and experience and what we gravitate to. I guess sleep token does that for me and it’s been a life nourishing experience. The singer is able to simply articulate feelings many of us share but cannot put to pen, and has honed and crafted himself to be a very effective vessel in articulating those feelings thoughts fears and emotions back to us. I am confident if you choose to venture to learn a bit about his past, his story will leave you with the same inspiration.
Here to Worship! 🙏🏼
Euclid and The Apparition are masterpieces. You should check them out, there’s so much more too. Plus the lore around the band.
Euclid is last. Always last. It’s the closure. The beautiful realisation it’s all over and it’s okay move forward. Time to be somebody new.
Seen tons of rhythmic analysis of the beginning, and even the drummers don’t agree, but consensus is that it’s essentially a 4/4 grove but it doesn’t start on the 1, and 2 (the drummer) moves the 1 around a bit, which is what makes most people assume it’s some kind of odd meter or trickier than it actually is. You clued into the 16th note pulse on the hat…it’s really the only way to keep track of the whole thing. Really cool reaction…subbed!
the only thing the summoning is missing is a giant health bar at the bottom of the screen.
😂
Sleep Token reactions are one of my favorite things on RUclips and you did this justice and more. I love that you took 45 minutes to really dig deep into everything, which is, in my opinion, the only way to do this band justice.
there is absolutely no female singers in studio , it is all vessel and his range !! he plays the base guitar piano and sings in studio , the drums are all ii and his amazing work
III (bass) and IV (guitar and backing harsh vocals) joined them on tour only but they're now permanent members of the band. Everything in the studio is all Vessel and II on drums. They're also joined on tour by three female backup singers that go by "Espera".
I don't talk about Sleep Token often as they are so divisive, especially among more 'elite' reviewers and the metal community. So I was really pleased by your reaction. Totally fine with them not being to everyone's taste, but it is pleasant to find people knowledgeable about music who could critique them without being angry.
If you’re a fan, you have every right to talk about them. I am and I do, and I personally don’t care what any keyboard warrior thinks. Anyone that insults you or gets nasty simply because you like a specific band likely needs to grow the eff up.
If someone doesn't like a band, that's perfectly fine. If someone aggressively doesn't like a band, they're probably a moron.
the fact you used the phrase "elite reviewers" makes everything you said null in void.
Amazing reaction and analysis, my first experience with your channel but 100% subscribed and look forward to seeing more of your content!
Very kind of you to say so - thank you! 🤘
For the album, there are really only two band members - Vessel and II. Vessel does all vocals and all instruments except drums which II does.
III and IV and the Vesselettes (backing vocals) are only when playing live.
II’s drumming is really good. He does some videos on Drumeo - definitely worth checking out.
They really are something special, so enjoy going down the ST rabbit hole!
FWIW, The Summoning is a beast. It's very....scattered, but in a good way. Most of their other stuff is more focused (varied, but focused). Their discography has R&B type, heavy stuff, jazzy stuff, etc. There's a bit for everyone.
That being said, I really enjoyed your nuanced take, and the in depth analysis. Really hoping that you end up doing more.
Do Aqua Regia next please for contrast. Here for more Sleep Token reaction and analysis please. Subbed!!👍
Aqua regia!! One of their best songs
I’m with everyone saying to start from the beginning and listen to all of their stuff in order!!!
You will NOT regret leaving the Take Me Back to Eden album for last!
You’re going to love it
Dubstep is bang on. Sleep Token are heavily influenced by the UK garage scene, especially the drummer.
Would be fascinated to see reactions to Sleep Tokens piano heavy songs. Vessel is classically trained and does some beautiful work in songs like Atlantic and Aqua Regia for example.
Can you react to a live version of their other song "Vore"? Not the studio version! The drumming is phenomenal on the live version 🥁
I 2nd this!
Welcome to a kaleidoscope of psychological states and levels of stankface never before experienced, this band goes... beyond.
The summoning is only the beginning of their greatness. So much more to listen to that will take you on a ride.
The tip of the iceberg
@@Fqbbp I've literally been scaling that iceberg for the past three days. They're music hit so many emotions it's unreal
I am an obsessive sleep token fan, and have watched countless reaction videos. This was by far my favorite. ST is special in that their music is very enjoyable on the surface level, but it’s when you go much deeper below the surface that the immense talent really comes through. It takes such an in depth level of knowledge of music theory to really grasp that, though, so I greatly appreciate how you were able to communicate that level to us lay people who don’t possess that knowledge (like myself). I’m really looking forward to your next reaction video, and would absolutely watch a series from you reacting to more of their discography.
my favourite band, just subbed, worship!
Your facial reaction says it all, it's what we've all been feeling lol
I see a lot of people reacting to sleep token because they know it will get them clicks and seems disingenuous. You my friend were anything but. I loved hearing your thoughts on them and can’t wait to watch your future reactions to them.
Appreciate your kind words! Thank you.
I recall II saying in the Drumeo interview about playing in triplets across 4 bars so the phrase is unresolved or something to that effect, to give him the freedom to extend with fills etc. I don’t speak drum sadly but II has seemingly created his own unique language 😅
Yes and he writes the rhythm to highlight the lyrics meter-wise. I truly believe his skill in percussion combined w/lyrics/vocals makes this band absolutely magical. ii also mentioned club/dance venues influences his creativity as well. He was amazing on Drumeo.
Please i need more of these videos from you. 😩
Spent the whole video not skipping timestamps, because the analysis was very good and interesting. Kudos and keep doing👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Sleep Token is a band with incredible depth and scope but you can get a sense of who they are straight away.
just run the rest of the tmbe album alreay... its fine youtube will pay you..
Nice. I love this song. :)
I was curious how you'd take the baby-making funk ending! LOL
The drummer is *top-tier* ,& he pulls out a great drum solo live over the chilled passage in this track - definitely check out the playthrough vid he did for this song on Drumeo. ;)
The song is on drop D# or double D# if you're on 8-string.
Oh the LIVE version drum's during the break - SOOOO GOOD. You aren't getting that .
Nice Steve Reich referrence.
IV is using a 30” baritone 6 string tuned a full octave to E on some live songs. His other guitar is a 8 string which seems to be tuned to double F at a guess, actually must be lower, maybe it is double drop Eb. This is for live shows.
IV also does a lot of the scream screams live. Vessel still does too but IV is more guttural.
I was like omg why havent I seen this before? cause it was just posted a day ago!! I loved this analysis of the song, a lot of ST fans have been dying for something like this, since there are no interviews of the band themselves giving explanations (except for the one Drumeo video we got of ii). But just a great video! Will be binge watching more on your channel!
Just to add some context for clarity: on the studio albums, Vessel, the singer plays everything except the drums, which ii provides. iii, iv and the female vocalists (Espera) are all touring musicians and only appear on stage.