This is what the song means to me. It is about a man facing his death. The seconds tick by slowly. Previously in his life he made a pact with the dark forces in an attempt to gain knowledge of what happens after death, but that came with a price, and he regrets it as he faces his demise. He is tormented by his thoughts of what may happen when he passes, and he feels he is going mad. However, he still has a glimmer of hope that he can transcend that pact, because he may be more than what he thought he was. He hears a voice from somewhere he cannot see; they have come for him. It's too late - he passes. When he transitions into the spirit world, he sees that he will never find the answer in the darkness. He's scared as he sees the dark forces gathering behind him, but he realizes he has but to let his pact with them go (lay the past in the wind to spin); they cannot catch him. He lies beyond their reach, because the angels are there to guide (Sail with angels onward) him to the gate (of Heaven), again where the forces of darkness cannot reach. At the end he again realizes he has passed when he sees the light to which he's being guided. So to me the song is a message that even if you've made any sort of agreement or pact with the dark forces, you have but to renounce it to be free of it and taken into the light by the angels when you pass.
That is a great fucking interpretation!! I’m one of their biggest fans and used to wear this album out and I must say that your interpretation of the song and lyrics are the best I’ve ever ran across
It's actually about an emo having a dramatic argument with another emo friend while playing D&D, and they dramatically pause everything when asked to give an answer about their next moves. But, not getting back to anyone in time for the group is maddening! At the end, the group acts and shares it's dreadful conclusion, including fading away. Read the album liner if you don't believe me...
Such and underrated song, both musically and lyrically. So mature for a band that had just gotten signed. Go back and listen with headphones because there's a great spoken part buried in the bridge. I think this is what Tate is saying: "SHHHHHHhhhhhhhhhhh! Do you believe everything? My conscience is shackled by its thoughts. Is this the end? Why has this thing gone unnoticed - the obvious step to the door? Listen! You’d better have something tying you down, or come unshackled from the shadow of your existence. Who knows the name of he who is king, except his soldiers? We’re living… we’re living in the past, the present, the future. We’re wise now and forever." Fun facts: The album was recorded in London with James Guthrie (of Pink Floyd fame) producing. Composer Michael Kamen was introduced to the band by Guthrie and provided the orchestration on this track. Michael Kamen would continue to work with Queensryche on later releases including Operation: Mindcrime ("Suite Sister Mary"), Empire ("Silent Lucidity"), and the song "Real World" released on the Last Action Hero soundtrack. The Warning album is thematic, but not a concept album. It has references to Orwell's 1984. Other tracks you should put on your "Essential Queensryche Songs" - Queen of the Reich, The Lady Wore Black, No Sanctuary, NM 156, Take Hold of the Flame (obligatory check out the Live in Tokyo versions of songs from The Warning album), Walk In the Shadows, The Whisper (listen with headphones!!), The Killing Words (especially the Unplugged version), I Dream In Infrared, Neue Regel, Screaming In Digital (sequel to NM 156), I Will Remember (both the album & Unplugged version), the entire album of Operation:Mindcrime album (and you should really check out Operation: Livecrime to see that album presented in a way the band envisioned it), Empire, Jet City Woman, Another Rainy Night, Silent Lucidity, I Am I, Damaged, Promised Land (headphones highly recommend), Someone Else? (this might be Tate's best vocal performance), and The Right Side of My Mind.
😳 I wear headphones and thier good , but with this song my mind was also racing because I was completely wrapped up in it ! That can be a negative of a 1st time full reaction, in my personal listening I will pull a song back or listen to it 2/3 times so I hope that makes a little sense 😊👍 the background you’ve given me is awesome and the albums tracks is just a great way of getting to what are generally consider “the” tracks etc . Although odd times taste can differ but that’s what’s great about me ( for me selfishly ) just putting myself in front of cam and a video and getting into it . More often than not , the encouragement is “ great start and here’s where you could / should go next “ 😊😎 And that’s what you’ve just done and I’m incredibly grateful, look out for more and have look at the playlists on the channel , see if thiers artists you might like to see or recommend some Artists not on there ? That’s happening every week and it’s amazing 👍😎
That's the first time anyone has translated the whispered voices to perfection. Wow what deep deep lyrics 😳 because when someone is losing their sanity they begin to hear voices in the head 😢
Yeah, I think you got it as far as the spoken part. Now that I hear it while reading the words I can hear it. There was a few words I couldnt make out but most of it was head on.
I’m only just starting on this journey , this is only my second song that I’ve knowingly heard from them 😳 the other is on thier playlist on the channel 😎👍
@@alan-reacts65 I am looking forward to it ,. Basically you can't go wrong with Queensryche their first four albums are excellent and they have Geoff Tate .. who is in my opinion arguably the best heavy metal singer.
Now I’ve reacted to a live video and studio, I’m very much looking forward to the first 4 albums , most folks are pointing me in the same direction as you have 😎👍
@@alan-reacts65 Most Queensryche fans will lead you in the right direction, so much so that I don't feel the need to do so. Love where you've started though. This, and The Needle are two less commonly reacted to songs... and both are amazing. Of course, the band just was that. Amazing! Thanks for the great reviews!
I’m enjoying the experience , and best of all , I never Rush , or pump the videos out to get clicks , that’s counter intuitive for me , I need ( personal choice ) space and other music to enjoy a band when I revisit them .. if that makes sense 😳😊😎
Queensryche is my all time favorite band. If I were forced to choose only one song it would have to be Roads to Madness. Geoff vocals are unmatched as well as musically. Genius !! Thank you for reacting to this Masterpiece !!
Man, I haven't heard this track or album in a really long time. Queensryche is a criminaly under rated band. Especially the earlier stuff. I highly urge you to check out more of this album and Rage For Order. I'm subbed because of your Babymetal reactions.
Hi James , thanks for the sub, genuinely grateful ,, I always make a note when I get pointed to songs albums bands .. hence BABYMETAL.. I’ve got some more Japanese bands coming up , but maybe a curv with some pure jazz also .. it’s just me 😊👍
I Love the way that this band so overwhelmingly absolutely Grips you and you lose yourself in the Mastery of this band and the vocals of a once in a generation singer that was able to access every bit of his natural talent that was so brilliantly honed thtough his training. It looks like you Feel this band as strongly as i always have. Incredible reaction and insight on your behalf. Operation Mindcrime is also a jaw dropping musical masterpiece. If you haven't already, im certain you will enjoy that experience as well. You got a new sub here in me, and i cant wait to check out your other reactions. Cheers from Phoenix!!!
I've only found one other guy that has never heard of Queensryche and this was his first song. God bless both of you!!! I really loved your reaction!!!
Its about a man who is summoning a demon. He is casting a spell and after he finishes the spell he is wondering if it was all worth it. He begins to feel the presence of what it is he summoned and is becoming terrified. The path of wisdom isn't far from the road to madness.
And that’s all that matters , is what you think when you hear this or any song , at least that’s what I believe , I could hear it again now and maybe think differently 😊👍
I seem to remember Geoff Tate saying that it was a song written under the influence of sleeplessness, they just stayed up for days and wrote it! Makes sense with the title!
I first saw them on this tour, opening for KISS. So, technically, I saw them BEFORE I ever saw KISS. A great and underrated band. OPERATION MINDCRIME is the greatest rock concept album EVER. You can actually figure out the plot listening to the songs, which can't be said of almost any other such.
I can see how that would possibly true , KISS and Metallica whilst clearly next level , we’re at early stages .. and well if your on your A game as a band like QR then your going to be noticed 😎👍
This takes me all the way back to high school, which was in the mid 80's for me. We never thought Queensryche would eventually become a global band and sell out arenas when The Warning came out. Much deserved success for this extremely talented group from Seattle who started out as a Priest/Maiden decendant, type of band. One of the greatest to ever do it.
I was Best friends with Eddie Jackson's younger brother " Dave " during this time. These song's were great, but as an adult now I'm like OMG... Like the book 1984 EVERY song on this album is a spiritual prophecy of what is happening to us ALL now. WWG1WGA
It WAS intended to be a loose concept album. The intention was to take George Orwells' 1984 and add computer technology. The mix engineer messed up the order of the songs. NM156 should be first, then En Force. Roads To Madness was last. I think the character was an early prelude to Dr. X in Mindcrime. He was the antagonist and the end synth brought it around full circle to the beginning sound in NM156.
It is afuturistic album to the time right now. ( voices= v2k which is military operation). It is tied to spirituality in a way. It is an album for the chosen ones. It is like MK ultra. It is coming from the dark angels ; the nephilem who give the chosen ones a gift of knowledge what resides in 3d. It is a spirtual/ futuristic album to the present time 2032. The road to madness is for the chosen ones like Buffy the Vampire slayers. Madness is only for the chosen ones because they know the truth. The journey is that the chosen one has to go through the road of madness. The NM 156 is about NWO and the robots. Future world of world government controlling thoughts.
I've never heard the band talk about this song. They might have, but if they did, I'm unaware of it MY take on this song is that this person wanted to gain wisdom, and understand what happens after death, and takes his own life to find out. Then he's waiting, in some kind of limbo, to make the "grand transition". Meanwhile he chides himself for perhaps being foolish to take things that far. There are quite a few lyrics that are too vague to really get a handle on as well, mostly near the end. A movie from maybe the 1980's called "Flatliners" is what this song reminded me of. In the movie, a small group of medical students start inducing death in each other, and then quickly bringing them back to life so they could tell what they saw on the other side. As I recall, complications arise when one time they couldn't BRING the person back, and they remained dead. Interesting movie. This is a bit of an epic song, that gets pretty intense at the end. But you've just scratched the surface of the variety of Queensryche songs! I just saw your question in the title and thought I'd address that before listening to your reaction. Which I will do now!
Saw these guys in London back in 1985......I swear I've never heard a better singer live in my whole life...or a drummer hit the drums so hard....and I've seen plenty....check out "take hold of the flame" Live in Tokyo......you will see what I'm talking about.
@@alan-reacts65 I'm new to your channel and I'm trawling through your past (great)reactions...can I suggest you check out perhaps one of the most criminaly underrated bands of all time... Galactic Cowboys and in particular "I'm not amused".....can only be described as cross between Metallica and the Beatles!!!!!
I saw them right at the beginning, supporting Dio. Two nights running. Couldn’t wait to get to the second night (I hadn’t heard of them before the 1st gig). That kind of astonishment has only ever happened once more in my life. December 2020, RUclips, Lovebites. This band seemed to be “excellent” straight out the box, like Boston and Lovebites. Not only killer vocals but killer songwriting too.
Alex 😊 check out my first Lovebites reaction ( thier playlist is on the channel ) I think my jaw froze and I was in suspended animation 😳😂👍 and QR now have me hooked so we share a story 😊😎👍🍺
@@alan-reacts65 I saw that reaction at the time, and all others since (Lovebites, plus the odd other band). Bout time you got back to the ladies. I strongly suggest you look at anything from the “Awake Again Live from Abyss” studio live set, perhaps starting with their cover of Helloween’s “Eagle Fly Free…..🙂
Wotcha Alan mate! How’s you? Was having my morning cuppa only just - and saw your upload here - brilliant, so you have now heard it - yay! Of course, this dirge is a wee gloomy track to be enjoyed with any beverage - caffeinated or one’s (wicked) tipple of choice. Mate - Watching you here does bring back fond memories of my times spent in old blighty - during my post grad studies that had first taken me there . Look after yourself, Alan 😊
OK, I'm back after hearing your reaction and comments. This song CAN be interpreted many ways, but for me, the most compelling idea is the one I stated in my other comment I made before listening to you react. The last line is very telling: "...seeing light at the end of sight reminds me, I've PASSED AWAY!" If you look at the song again knowing THAT, it takes a more definite shape, I think. You had some good thoughts about what might be going on though. And, it is a bit mysterious and fluid. Lots of thoughts going through his head. Another line, I feel that hints at going from life to death is: "Black, the door was locked -- I opened. Now I've paid that price ten fold over. Knowledge, was it worth such torment, oh to the far side of shadow?" Intriguing to say the least! As to this being a concept album, yeah, in a sense. It isn't a continuous story like Operation: Mindcrime, but the songs are written loosely around the themes of war, a decaying world in turmoil, and computer dystopia. Yes, there is also a sort of medieval flavor with the addition of choral and orchestral embellishments. It takes a few listens to absorb everything that's going on, and being said. And it's so very "Queensryche"! 😝 I enjoyed all your speculations and appreciation of different parts of the song, and hope you continue your QR journey!
I think they mentioned at one point they were high on mushrooms when they wrote this song. Which is understandable when you do it things right. Weed, mushrooms, they make you think, See things that you never thought of. I think that is why all that stuff is illegal. The people in control, don't want us to think.
Hi Alan , your mic is a bit low in volume compared with the music clip . . For the music its a bit weird but i get a bit of Metalica and a bit of Iron Maiden rhime of the ancient mariner vibes. also some hits of black sabath . But then again if this is a concept album it makes a lot of sence , the story telling of Iron maiden with a bit of the darker metalica tones. . A verry interesting piece . i never heard of this band but i will look them up .
Hi Marcus , I will up the gain , you ref Metallica iron maiden sabbath , if you check their playlist on the channel , you will here me mirror some of your thoughts .. they have a 25 year discography and I’m just starting 😊👍 it really makes my day when , a knowledgeable person like yourself is intrigued enough to go check them out a bit more .. to keep me that’s a massive bonus 🍺
@@alan-reacts65 Well i started to be interested in music when i saw the movie Bleus brothers when i was about 6 or 7 . in the early 80s , a wonderfull time as many older and cult movies where beeing made that had realy good music, Rocky horror picture show , flash gordon .Robin and the 7 hoods (old 60s movie Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., and Bing Crosby. and Peter Valk aka columbo) Not to mention all those old christmas movies with some amazing singers. You cant help it to learn more about the artist and the music.
@@alan-reacts65 I'm a serious metal fan I rank Judas Priest #1and Queensryche #2 of all-time. Just hard to explain until you listen to the details of their music.
This isn't a concept album. This was their debut album after they released an EP. Their concept album was their 3rd release "Operation: Mindcrime" in 1988. They did another concept album "Operation: Mindcrime II" in 2006 but is nowhere near as good as the first one. After he left Queensrÿche, Geoff Tate formed a band (Operation: Mindcrime) specifically to record and release a concept album (released as a trilogy: "The Key" (2015), "Resurrection" (2016) and "The New Reality" (2017).
Sir Alan, I like how you react this song. My take on it is entirely different. I dont believe it has anything to about any demonic forces or anything of that nature cause Queensryche is not a demonic type of band. But thru my experience growing up in an abusive home in every way you can think of. Years after it stopped physically it kept happening mentally. I tried suicide but it didnt work. And when Queensryche came out with their ep they had me in my heart. Then when this album was released they saved me from attempting suicide again. All the songs played a big part in this album. But in this song for example a few break down parts. The part that goes- im not quite what I once was or can I be more?- I would always question myself. Who am I? Why am I here? Am I worth more than I think? Or not?. The part of the song that says- releasing the names from the circle. Its not talking about a demonic chant. To me its about a mental counseling therapy recounting what happened to release the memory from my mind and loosening the control it had over me. - the blood words spoken - is talking about the threat " dont tell no one or else." But I had to release those things to regain my own self worth and power in my mind and heart. The part that says- black the door was, was locked i opened. The pain was it worth such torment.- that is saying thru the counseling remembering things that were blocked from my memory that resurfaced after talking about it, was it worth such torment? Yes it is cause I have to get it out so it can stay out. Then at the end when he is talking about blackened angels all around him hearing voices, seeing lights and he is passed away. Does not mean suicide or demonic forces taking him away. The Bible says when we receive Christ as our Savior and God as our Father that the old has passed away and everything has become new. We are now a new person with a new future to gain and old past that has no control. That last part of the song is saying that to me. All this release and letting go of my past has given me a new beginning A new future. A new life. The old me has passed away. Thats what Roads to madness means to me. Cause I was on the road to madness but this song took me off it.
Lawrence , I think I would offer this question / thought , the misunderstanding of mental health started with , demonic possession ! I really do cherish music that at its core has meaning , even if it appears to be frivolous, frivolous can be a method of counter reality , a break from the pure struggle of life . To be truly honest I need to read and re read your thoughts , because there is a depth to them , and that depth itself is derived from understanding your self , and that music can promote a re emergence of value in meaning .. If I make sense ?
@@alan-reacts65 yes I understand. Also check out "Child of fire" from that same album. That song is talking to and about the person causing harm to the children especially the slow part of the song when he directly speaks to that person. When I first heard this song I was like -"wow, someone does understand me." Child of fire. Check it out.
Check out Savatage when the Crowds are Gone and Gutter ballet. Unfortunately when this album came out along with rage for order there was no such thing as the internet but I rocked it anyway 😹😹😹
As its summer time i have an old classic 80s song for you , Lobo - The Carribbean Disco Show (1981) • TopPop ruclips.net/video/fzI6vO8_G0U/видео.html Imrich Laurence Lobo (Amsterdam, 2 June 1955) is a Dutch singer. Lobo had a number 1 hit in the Netherlands' Nationale Hitparade and the BRT Top 30 in 1981 (no. 2 in the Dutch Top 40) with 'The Caribbean Disco Show'. This song was a medley of old hits by Harry Belafonte. In the United Kingdom, the record reached 8th place. Lobo was usually accompanied by singers and performed under the name Lobo & the Pearls. With this group he also achieved some successes abroad. This is the Dutch artist Lobo, not to confuse with the American artist Lobo, also featured on this channel!
Marcus I actually remember this song , and more than that I remember my dad playing Harry belafonte , Lou Rawls , Matt Munro .. to make a few 😊😎 I’ve put the link in my saved 👍
@@alan-reacts65 Fun little fact about lobo the singer he was a teacher he tought physics , if i remember correctly and he actualy performed on a tv show where schools would take eachother on with small plays , music (playing clasical instruments), arts and crafts . some knowledge quizes etc . its a shame that it got canceld after 20 years as it run between 1970 and 1989.
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This is what the song means to me. It is about a man facing his death. The seconds tick by slowly. Previously in his life he made a pact with the dark forces in an attempt to gain knowledge of what happens after death, but that came with a price, and he regrets it as he faces his demise. He is tormented by his thoughts of what may happen when he passes, and he feels he is going mad. However, he still has a glimmer of hope that he can transcend that pact, because he may be more than what he thought he was. He hears a voice from somewhere he cannot see; they have come for him. It's too late - he passes. When he transitions into the spirit world, he sees that he will never find the answer in the darkness. He's scared as he sees the dark forces gathering behind him, but he realizes he has but to let his pact with them go (lay the past in the wind to spin); they cannot catch him. He lies beyond their reach, because the angels are there to guide (Sail with angels onward) him to the gate (of Heaven), again where the forces of darkness cannot reach. At the end he again realizes he has passed when he sees the light to which he's being guided.
So to me the song is a message that even if you've made any sort of agreement or pact with the dark forces, you have but to renounce it to be free of it and taken into the light by the angels when you pass.
Pinned this 😎
That is a great fucking interpretation!! I’m one of their biggest fans and used to wear this album out and I must say that your interpretation of the song and lyrics are the best I’ve ever ran across
It's actually about an emo having a dramatic argument with another emo friend while playing D&D, and they dramatically pause everything when asked to give an answer about their next moves. But, not getting back to anyone in time for the group is maddening! At the end, the group acts and shares it's dreadful conclusion, including fading away.
Read the album liner if you don't believe me...
@wordragon I will read it , I live getting feedback that improves knowledge 😊👍😎
One of my all time favorites that simply shows one of the greatest rock singers expressing his complete vocal talents all in one song! No other words.
Agreed 💯 %
Agreed. Tate is my favorite singer of all time.
Such and underrated song, both musically and lyrically. So mature for a band that had just gotten signed. Go back and listen with headphones because there's a great spoken part buried in the bridge. I think this is what Tate is saying:
"SHHHHHHhhhhhhhhhhh!
Do you believe everything?
My conscience is shackled by its thoughts.
Is this the end?
Why has this thing gone unnoticed - the obvious step to the door?
Listen!
You’d better have something tying you down,
or come unshackled from the shadow of your existence.
Who knows the name of he who is king, except his soldiers?
We’re living… we’re living in the past, the present, the future.
We’re wise now and forever."
Fun facts: The album was recorded in London with James Guthrie (of Pink Floyd fame) producing. Composer Michael Kamen was introduced to the band by Guthrie and provided the orchestration on this track. Michael Kamen would continue to work with Queensryche on later releases including Operation: Mindcrime ("Suite Sister Mary"), Empire ("Silent Lucidity"), and the song "Real World" released on the Last Action Hero soundtrack. The Warning album is thematic, but not a concept album. It has references to Orwell's 1984.
Other tracks you should put on your "Essential Queensryche Songs" - Queen of the Reich, The Lady Wore Black, No Sanctuary, NM 156, Take Hold of the Flame (obligatory check out the Live in Tokyo versions of songs from The Warning album), Walk In the Shadows, The Whisper (listen with headphones!!), The Killing Words (especially the Unplugged version), I Dream In Infrared, Neue Regel, Screaming In Digital (sequel to NM 156), I Will Remember (both the album & Unplugged version), the entire album of Operation:Mindcrime album (and you should really check out Operation: Livecrime to see that album presented in a way the band envisioned it), Empire, Jet City Woman, Another Rainy Night, Silent Lucidity, I Am I, Damaged, Promised Land (headphones highly recommend), Someone Else? (this might be Tate's best vocal performance), and The Right Side of My Mind.
😳 I wear headphones and thier good , but with this song my mind was also racing because I was completely wrapped up in it ! That can be a negative of a 1st time full reaction, in my personal listening I will pull a song back or listen to it 2/3 times so I hope that makes a little sense 😊👍 the background you’ve given me is awesome and the albums tracks is just a great way of getting to what are generally consider “the” tracks etc . Although odd times taste can differ but that’s what’s great about me ( for me selfishly ) just putting myself in front of cam and a video and getting into it . More often than not , the encouragement is “ great start and here’s where you could / should go next “ 😊😎 And that’s what you’ve just done and I’m incredibly grateful, look out for more and have look at the playlists on the channel , see if thiers artists you might like to see or recommend some Artists not on there ? That’s happening every week and it’s amazing 👍😎
That's the first time anyone has translated the whispered voices to perfection. Wow what deep deep lyrics 😳 because when someone is losing their sanity they begin to hear voices in the head 😢
Underrated song? ...for layman...
Yeah, I think you got it as far as the spoken part. Now that I hear it while reading the words I can hear it. There was a few words I couldnt make out but most of it was head on.
This song is an absolute masterpiece!
I am glad that you picked one of their best songs , Geoff really shines here .
I’m only just starting on this journey , this is only my second song that I’ve knowingly heard from them 😳 the other is on thier playlist on the channel 😎👍
@@alan-reacts65 I am looking forward to it ,. Basically you can't go wrong with Queensryche their first four albums are excellent and they have Geoff Tate .. who is in my opinion arguably the best heavy metal singer.
Now I’ve reacted to a live video and studio, I’m very much looking forward to the first 4 albums , most folks are pointing me in the same direction as you have 😎👍
@@alan-reacts65 Most Queensryche fans will lead you in the right direction, so much so that I don't feel the need to do so. Love where you've started though. This, and The Needle are two less commonly reacted to songs... and both are amazing. Of course, the band just was that. Amazing! Thanks for the great reviews!
I’m enjoying the experience , and best of all , I never Rush , or pump the videos out to get clicks , that’s counter intuitive for me , I need ( personal choice ) space and other music to enjoy a band when I revisit them .. if that makes sense 😳😊😎
Queensryche is my all time favorite band. If I were forced to choose only one song it would have to be Roads to Madness. Geoff vocals are unmatched as well as musically. Genius !! Thank you for reacting to this Masterpiece !!
My pleasure 😊👍
DeGarmo is the reason that I started playing guitar. Specifically, seeing Operation: livecrime as teenager.
The Lady wore black, is what got me into them.
THIS HAS TO BE..........THE MOST WONDERFUL NARRATIVE I'VE EVER WITNESSED OF QUEENSRYCHE! THANK YOU FOR TAKING US ON YOUR JOURNEY.
Peter 😊 thank you so much .. I’m just learning what most know already QUEENSRYCHE are important .
The EP and the first three albums IMO,
are some of the most amazing music ever put to tape.
By the way,
This whole album is an actual masterpiece!
As is the one after, and the one after that... and the one after that. I really miss the original lineup.
Man, I haven't heard this track or album in a really long time. Queensryche is a criminaly under rated band. Especially the earlier stuff. I highly urge you to check out more of this album and Rage For Order. I'm subbed because of your Babymetal reactions.
Hi James , thanks for the sub, genuinely grateful ,, I always make a note when I get pointed to songs albums bands .. hence BABYMETAL.. I’ve got some more Japanese bands coming up , but maybe a curv with some pure jazz also .. it’s just me 😊👍
@@alan-reacts65 I can dig it. My music tatse are all over the place. Jazz, Fusion, Funk, Disco, etc. Keep doin your thing.
Thank you 😊👍
I Love the way that this band so overwhelmingly absolutely Grips you and you lose yourself in the Mastery of this band and the vocals of a once in a generation singer that was able to access every bit of his natural talent that was so brilliantly honed thtough his training. It looks like you Feel this band as strongly as i always have. Incredible reaction and insight on your behalf. Operation Mindcrime is also a jaw dropping musical masterpiece. If you haven't already, im certain you will enjoy that experience as well.
You got a new sub here in me, and i cant wait to check out your other reactions. Cheers from Phoenix!!!
I've only found one other guy that has never heard of Queensryche and this was his first song. God bless both of you!!! I really loved your reaction!!!
Thank you 😊
Its about a man who is summoning a demon. He is casting a spell and after he finishes the spell he is wondering if it was all worth it. He begins to feel the presence of what it is he summoned and is becoming terrified. The path of wisdom isn't far from the road to madness.
Thank you 😊 now I will listen again with new insight 😊👍😎
My all-time favorite Queensryche album.
This is my favorite Queensryche song
I will be getting into there catalogue, but this was stunning 😊😎👍
So when I hear this song, the lyrics “awaiting this grand transition “ always makes me think of the transition from life to death!
And that’s all that matters , is what you think when you hear this or any song , at least that’s what I believe , I could hear it again now and maybe think differently 😊👍
I seem to remember Geoff Tate saying that it was a song written under the influence of sleeplessness, they just stayed up for days and wrote it! Makes sense with the title!
That’s definitely a point I want to ponder on 😊👍
This is a masterpiece from the Ryche.
Agreed 😎👍
".......I'm awaiting endlessly,
Pounding rhythms echo me,
Won't you take me somewhere far beyond the void!"
I first saw them on this tour, opening for KISS. So, technically, I saw them BEFORE I ever saw KISS. A great and underrated band. OPERATION MINDCRIME is the greatest rock concept album EVER. You can actually figure out the plot listening to the songs, which can't be said of almost any other such.
Larry , I’m so looking forward to completing this album , then posting a review 😊👍
I heard they showed Kiss up, and Metallica when they opened for them. Sadly, missed my chance to see them live with the original lineup.
I can see how that would possibly true , KISS and Metallica whilst clearly next level , we’re at early stages .. and well if your on your A game as a band like QR then your going to be noticed 😎👍
I saw that same lineup in Corpus Christi Texas. Where did you see them?
This takes me all the way back to high school, which was in the mid 80's for me. We never thought Queensryche would eventually become a global band and sell out arenas when The Warning came out. Much deserved success for this extremely talented group from Seattle who started out as a Priest/Maiden decendant, type of band. One of the greatest to ever do it.
Great comments , totally agree , but I’ve still got so much more to enjoy and share from them 😊😎👍
I was Best friends with Eddie Jackson's younger brother " Dave " during this time. These song's were great, but as an adult now I'm like OMG... Like the book 1984 EVERY song on this album is a spiritual prophecy of what is happening to us ALL now. WWG1WGA
Much love brother. Great reaction to a fantastic song from my youth.🤘🔥
It’s so good to get that comment my friend .. enjoy Brother 😎
i consider this song about a survivor after a nuclear war and his descent into madness being the only 1 left
That’s a good insight , thank you 😊
It WAS intended to be a loose concept album. The intention was to take George Orwells' 1984 and add computer technology. The mix engineer messed up the order of the songs. NM156 should be first, then En Force. Roads To Madness was last. I think the character was an early prelude to Dr. X in Mindcrime. He was the antagonist and the end synth brought it around full circle to the beginning sound in NM156.
Just magnificent ...never tire of it nor Queensryche...off the same album, highly recommend "No Sanctuary" ...great reaction
Richnorcal , thank you for the recommend and the kind words 😎👍
"No Sanctuary" is my favorite Queensryche song and "The Warning" my favorite album.
Crimson Skies .. ok now I have a new song to go find and bookmark 🔖 😎👍
I'm subscribing because you reacted to one of my favorite Queensrÿche songs. THANKS!
Thank you 😊, check out thier playlist here on the channel , only 3 songs but I’ve loved it 😊
It is afuturistic album to the time right now. ( voices= v2k which is military operation). It is tied to spirituality in a way. It is an album for the chosen ones. It is like MK ultra. It is coming from the dark angels ; the nephilem who give the chosen ones a gift of knowledge what resides in 3d. It is a spirtual/ futuristic album to the present time 2032. The road to madness is for the chosen ones like Buffy the Vampire slayers. Madness is only for the chosen ones because they know the truth. The journey is that the chosen one has to go through the road of madness. The NM 156 is about NWO and the robots. Future world of world government controlling thoughts.
Thank you for choosing this one!
Thank you for watching it and commenting 😊👍👍
I've never heard the band talk about this song. They might have, but if they did, I'm unaware of it
MY take on this song is that this person wanted to gain wisdom, and understand what happens after death, and takes his own life to find out. Then he's waiting, in some kind of limbo, to make the "grand transition". Meanwhile he chides himself for perhaps being foolish to take things that far. There are quite a few lyrics that are too vague to really get a handle on as well, mostly near the end.
A movie from maybe the 1980's called "Flatliners" is what this song reminded me of. In the movie, a small group of medical students start inducing death in each other, and then quickly bringing them back to life so they could tell what they saw on the other side. As I recall, complications arise when one time they couldn't BRING the person back, and they remained dead. Interesting movie.
This is a bit of an epic song, that gets pretty intense at the end.
But you've just scratched the surface of the variety of Queensryche songs!
I just saw your question in the title and thought I'd address that before listening to your reaction. Which I will do now!
Hi Purple Kat 😊 look forward to what you think of my thoughts 💭
Sweet choice👍 this album is really mature and epic for such a young band just beautiful.
Luis, thank you 😊
Saw these guys in London back in 1985......I swear I've never heard a better singer live in my whole life...or a drummer hit the drums so hard....and I've seen plenty....check out "take hold of the flame" Live in Tokyo......you will see what I'm talking about.
Thanks Mark , I will 😎😊👍
@@alan-reacts65 I'm new to your channel and I'm trawling through your past (great)reactions...can I suggest you check out perhaps one of the most criminaly underrated bands of all time... Galactic Cowboys and in particular "I'm not amused".....can only be described as cross between Metallica and the Beatles!!!!!
Mark , of course I will , I don’t know this band ( that I’m conscious of ) so I’m on it 👍👍 thank you
This song and take hold of the flame best songs off my favorite the Warning.....
Robert Thanks bro 😎👍
I saw them right at the beginning, supporting Dio. Two nights running. Couldn’t wait to get to the second night (I hadn’t heard of them before the 1st gig). That kind of astonishment has only ever happened once more in my life. December 2020, RUclips, Lovebites. This band seemed to be “excellent” straight out the box, like Boston and Lovebites. Not only killer vocals but killer songwriting too.
Alex 😊 check out my first Lovebites reaction ( thier playlist is on the channel ) I think my jaw froze and I was in suspended animation 😳😂👍 and QR now have me hooked so we share a story 😊😎👍🍺
@@alan-reacts65 I saw that reaction at the time, and all others since (Lovebites, plus the odd other band). Bout time you got back to the ladies. I strongly suggest you look at anything from the “Awake Again Live from Abyss” studio live set, perhaps starting with their cover of Helloween’s “Eagle Fly Free…..🙂
This Sunday 😊👍😎
Every Sunday is Japanese band
@@alan-reacts65 I’ll be there….🙂p
It’s much easier to understand the previous song-take hold of the flame
Wotcha Alan mate! How’s you? Was having my morning cuppa only just - and saw your upload here - brilliant, so you have now heard it - yay! Of course, this dirge is a wee gloomy track to be enjoyed with any beverage - caffeinated or one’s (wicked) tipple of choice. Mate - Watching you here does bring back fond memories of my times spent in old blighty - during my post grad studies that had first taken me there . Look after yourself, Alan 😊
I was ( I hope you can see ) totally blown away , intrigued , confused and entertained 😎👍
OK, I'm back after hearing your reaction and comments.
This song CAN be interpreted many ways, but for me, the most compelling idea is the one I stated in my other comment I made before listening to you react.
The last line is very telling:
"...seeing light at the end of sight reminds me, I've PASSED AWAY!"
If you look at the song again knowing THAT, it takes a more definite shape, I think.
You had some good thoughts about what might be going on though. And, it is a bit mysterious and fluid. Lots of thoughts going through his head.
Another line, I feel that hints at going from life to death is:
"Black, the door was locked -- I opened. Now I've paid that price ten fold over. Knowledge, was it worth such torment, oh to the far side of shadow?"
Intriguing to say the least!
As to this being a concept album, yeah, in a sense. It isn't a continuous story like Operation: Mindcrime, but the songs are written loosely around the themes of war, a decaying world in turmoil, and computer dystopia.
Yes, there is also a sort of medieval flavor with the addition of choral and orchestral embellishments.
It takes a few listens to absorb everything that's going on, and being said. And it's so very "Queensryche"! 😝
I enjoyed all your speculations and appreciation of different parts of the song, and hope you continue your QR journey!
Oh I’m all in now , it’s like making a new friend and you know it should be a really good friendship😊😎👍
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I couldn't agree more!
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And THAT ladies and Gentlemen IS WHAT IS KNOWN AS A SONG!
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It Seems that who it is ends up overtaken by the malevolent force like in rush-2112
That’s an interesting view , now I need to re listen 😊😎👍
This can be interpreted however the listener wishes.
I always say that , a song belongs to the individual not to anyone else 😎
I think they mentioned at one point they were high on mushrooms when they wrote this song. Which is understandable when you do it things right. Weed, mushrooms, they make you think, See things that you never thought of. I think that is why all that stuff is illegal. The people in control, don't want us to think.
Interesting 🤨
The song isn't specifically identified to it, but the lyrics fit well with this "environment", the one of the horror novels of HP Lovecraft.
Sir michael kaymen orchestrated
What else was he involved in ? I will go look up him up also 😎👍
@@alan-reacts65 quite a few he also did pink floyd comfortably numb and several more queensryche songs
@@alan-reacts65 also this album was the last to use the beatles mixing board at abby roads
Thank you 👍
Hi Alan , your mic is a bit low in volume compared with the music clip . .
For the music its a bit weird but i get a bit of Metalica and a bit of Iron Maiden rhime of the ancient mariner vibes. also some hits of black sabath .
But then again if this is a concept album it makes a lot of sence , the story telling of Iron maiden with a bit of the darker metalica tones. .
A verry interesting piece . i never heard of this band but i will look them up .
Hi Marcus , I will up the gain , you ref Metallica iron maiden sabbath , if you check their playlist on the channel , you will here me mirror some of your thoughts .. they have a 25 year discography and I’m just starting 😊👍 it really makes my day when , a knowledgeable person like yourself is intrigued enough to go check them out a bit more .. to keep me that’s a massive bonus 🍺
@@alan-reacts65 Well i started to be interested in music when i saw the movie Bleus brothers when i was about 6 or 7 . in the early 80s , a wonderfull time as many older and cult movies where beeing made that had realy good music, Rocky horror picture show , flash gordon .Robin and the 7 hoods (old 60s movie Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., and Bing Crosby. and Peter Valk aka columbo)
Not to mention all those old christmas movies with some amazing singers.
You cant help it to learn more about the artist and the music.
Yeah Quuensryche kicks some excellent heavy metal butt, now try The song Take Hold of the flame 1984 live.
Noted Paul 😎👍
@@alan-reacts65 I'm a serious metal fan I rank Judas Priest #1and Queensryche #2 of all-time. Just hard to explain until you listen to the details of their music.
I found out 😊😎
@@alan-reacts65 well Alan since you enjoyed the Queensryche Roads to madness 👍 try Judas Priest Beyond the realms of death truly amazing 👏
Paul 😊👍😎
Nice reaction. that song needs only to be experienced.
Thank you 😊👍
This isn't a concept album. This was their debut album after they released an EP. Their concept album was their 3rd release "Operation: Mindcrime" in 1988. They did another concept album "Operation: Mindcrime II" in 2006 but is nowhere near as good as the first one. After he left Queensrÿche, Geoff Tate formed a band (Operation: Mindcrime) specifically to record and release a concept album (released as a trilogy: "The Key" (2015), "Resurrection" (2016) and "The New Reality" (2017).
So much feedback from everyone I’m making notes 📝 😎👍
Sir Alan, I like how you react this song. My take on it is entirely different. I dont believe it has anything to about any demonic forces or anything of that nature cause Queensryche is not a demonic type of band. But thru my experience growing up in an abusive home in every way you can think of. Years after it stopped physically it kept happening mentally. I tried suicide but it didnt work. And when Queensryche came out with their ep they had me in my heart. Then when this album was released they saved me from attempting suicide again. All the songs played a big part in this album. But in this song for example a few break down parts. The part that goes- im not quite what I once was or can I be more?- I would always question myself. Who am I? Why am I here? Am I worth more than I think? Or not?. The part of the song that says- releasing the names from the circle. Its not talking about a demonic chant. To me its about a mental counseling therapy recounting what happened to release the memory from my mind and loosening the control it had over me. - the blood words spoken - is talking about the threat " dont tell no one or else." But I had to release those things to regain my own self worth and power in my mind and heart. The part that says- black the door was, was locked i opened. The pain was it worth such torment.- that is saying thru the counseling remembering things that were blocked from my memory that resurfaced after talking about it, was it worth such torment? Yes it is cause I have to get it out so it can stay out. Then at the end when he is talking about blackened angels all around him hearing voices, seeing lights and he is passed away. Does not mean suicide or demonic forces taking him away. The Bible says when we receive Christ as our Savior and God as our Father that the old has passed away and everything has become new. We are now a new person with a new future to gain and old past that has no control. That last part of the song is saying that to me. All this release and letting go of my past has given me a new beginning
A new future. A new life. The old me has passed away. Thats what Roads to madness means to me. Cause I was on the road to madness but this song took me off it.
Lawrence , I think I would offer this question / thought , the misunderstanding of mental health started with , demonic possession ! I really do cherish music that at its core has meaning , even if it appears to be frivolous, frivolous can be a method of counter reality , a break from the pure struggle of life .
To be truly honest I need to read and re read your thoughts , because there is a depth to them , and that depth itself is derived from understanding your self , and that music can promote a re emergence of value in meaning ..
If I make sense ?
@@alan-reacts65 yes I understand. Also check out "Child of fire" from that same album. That song is talking to and about the person causing harm to the children especially the slow part of the song when he directly speaks to that person. When I first heard this song I was like -"wow, someone does understand me." Child of fire. Check it out.
This is music and connection 🥹
Check out Savatage when the Crowds are Gone and Gutter ballet. Unfortunately when this album came out along with rage for order there was no such thing as the internet but I rocked it anyway 😹😹😹
Wise man 😎👍😂
@@alan-reacts65 ya we had the best Rock in the 80s but you need to check out Five Finger Death Punch wrong side of heaven I'm a old metal head
Check out the channel play list bud , that’s thier plus house of the rising sun 💥👍💥👊🏼
Please check out the song promised land. Brilliant
I will 😎👍
No Sanctuary please!
Consider it done ✅ 😎
As its summer time i have an old classic 80s song for you ,
Lobo - The Carribbean Disco Show (1981) • TopPop
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Imrich Laurence Lobo (Amsterdam, 2 June 1955) is a Dutch singer.
Lobo had a number 1 hit in the Netherlands' Nationale Hitparade and the BRT Top 30 in 1981 (no. 2 in the Dutch Top 40) with 'The Caribbean Disco Show'. This song was a medley of old hits by Harry Belafonte. In the United Kingdom, the record reached 8th place.
Lobo was usually accompanied by singers and performed under the name Lobo & the Pearls. With this group he also achieved some successes abroad.
This is the Dutch artist Lobo, not to confuse with the American artist Lobo, also featured on this channel!
Marcus I actually remember this song , and more than that I remember my dad playing Harry belafonte , Lou Rawls , Matt Munro .. to make a few 😊😎 I’ve put the link in my saved 👍
@@alan-reacts65 Fun little fact about lobo the singer he was a teacher he tought physics , if i remember correctly and he actualy performed on a tv show where schools would take eachother on with small plays , music (playing clasical instruments), arts and crafts . some knowledge quizes etc .
its a shame that it got canceld after 20 years as it run between 1970 and 1989.
I think that it is about a man at the end of his life who is losing his mind in the process.
I hear allot of Iron Maiden in this