The primary critique I have gotten on this track is that it needs a second verse. I agree with you guys! I just now wrote and recorded Verse 2, which will be on the album once it hits iTunes. :-) Thanks for the critiques guys! ~Gryph (Gabe)
Well, that's damn awesome. I was thinking the same thing, but the first verse sounded good enough that I didn't have much issues with it. It's like Anonymous from Three Days Grace. It's a tad lazy... but the song's just so damn good. Kudos for listening to critique and following through with it. Shows commitment, care, and professionalism.
BlackGryph0n actually responds to comments and was super friendly at Bronycon gave $20 extra for an album and they were so nice and took photos. Seriously, you gotta love an artist who interacts with fans!
We're pleased to announce that the new version of this song (with a second verse) is now available on BandCamp, along with our entire new album: IMmortal! blackgryph0n.bandcamp.com/track/academy-2
I just listened to it, and the second verse really adds to the song. Strangely, though, what I really liked was the variation on the chorus immediately following it. It's empowering, showing a change in mindset from "I need to do it" to "I will do it." Soon as I get the album, this is going on my workout track.
EditDeath Personally I just can't get on with that second verse, but that is the beauty of still having the single version for those of us who prefer it.
Dude, can you tell me what rank you are? Cuz if I remember correctly you're in the military. That's what ticks me off about people calling bronies fags. I really don't care bout me but military bronies and other important people helping people like doctors, ambulance drivers, goverment officials and other jobs that bronies do. It ticks me off when THEY get insulted.
I love the way that this song just intrigues you with the music in the beginning and end of the song. Seriously, continue doing this! I love your music!
*I went down to BronyPalooza 2017 at BronyCon yesterday in the middle of your set with Michelle Creber. When this song played, I was in love with it. Your set was AWESOME Gabe! Keep it up! Your work is amazing!*
Best one yet, so many beautiful elements come together to make this song amazing. I also love how you guys try out different genres of music each and every time.
Every one of your songs blows me away. Seriously, this is professional level stuff here. Amazing job once again :D Also, congrats on graduating the Naval Academy! I live in a Navy town so thats awesome
sim as long as you believe you can do even better we all love your music,i even have your raise this barn remix on osu! sadly i couldnt find any other songs of your on it
Everytime I see music from you guys in my subscriptions it just puts a huge smile on my face! Thank you so much for the amazing music and for sharing your gifts!
Its funny, I come back here a lot to workout to your pony music. I remember when you only had a few thousand subscribers...now look at you! Every time I return that number just keeps on growing! Almost to 4 MILLION subs! Congrats man!
This song is amazing. That goes without saying. What's truly amazing is Baasik's achievement of graduating from Annapolis. Congrats to him, and I'm sure he'll do great things in the Navy! Thank you both for your services, for both the fandom and our country. Keep up the good work!
Gabe, Michelle... you are not priviledged. You and your families deserve every single bit of what you have. God bless, was awesome to see you in person.
This song, like all your others, is amazing! I love the degree of variation you include, with this song in particular. Each song has a unique quality that makes it more AWSOME than the last!!!
Baasik absolutely KILLED this track. I loved when he brought those big synths in the buildup towards the end. This is going to be one amazing album! Keep up the good work guys!
I just finished reading through the description and you are welcome. Glad to be called the good friend, haha. I laughed when you said 'thanks for reading through all this crap'😂😂😂 it wasn't crap, really! I like reading descriptions, and the great descriptions always makes me laugh and smile. This is one those.😃
Why am I only just now discovering these amazing people?! Then again that is the major flaw of the internet, so much stuff that it is very easy to miss some things. But this should not be missed! Amazing music and awesome singing, keep it up!
This song is nothing but super-awestastic-extreme-mazing, in all sense of the word. Every beat, every word, every tone fits perfectly intp one badass song that makes a grand statement and a even bolder conviction. Kudos to you and your brother BlackGryphon........this is truly a masterpiece!!!
I really love this song. I'm kinda in a similar situation as your brother (with a few differences). I'm training to join the Navy SEALs after high school. I've found this song to be extremely motivational, not just because of the message in the song, but the story in the description. I guess what I'm trying to say is thanks. You're inadvertently helping me meet my goals. So thanks :)
My brother's going to army training real soon and this song hits me straight on the feels because of it. But it reminds me that as long as I still have hope he'll be OK.
Hi, Gabe!!!! I love this song. The bass drop is beautiful. I watched your performance at Bronycon 2016 on RUclips and I love it. Your dance at the bass drop was hilarious and I really like Michelle's scream when you helped your brother do a backflip. I think you, your brother and Michelle are very talented and funny and I hope to meet you soon. :)
My friends at school hate mlp but love your music. They are always asking me when a new song comes out. I told them you where a brony and they now like mlp. We all are so exited for IMortal!
I reeealllly like that lower voice!! Holy derp, I hope we see more lower key from you!!! Edit: Second time listening, I can't get over this lower voice!!!!! it's so AMAZING gaaah!!
Hey Black Gryphon, awesome you're in Florida. You planning on visiting the Grandbronygala while you're here? i know the cast and staff would love to see you!
This song is seriously amazeballs. It's my new musical obsession. I read you only had three hours to lay down the vocal track, and that blows my mind as this is some of your best vocal work yet. My personal favorite from this album will probably always be "Faster Than You Know" (at least until I buy the album and hear the other songs, who knows), but this song is just...I don't have words for how perfect it is. You guys consistently put out amazing stuff and I don't know how you do it. All I can say is, keep it up, and I can't wait to hear your set at BronyPalooza - I will be front and center if I have to claw my way there xD
Since when does this dude has 3.5 million subscribers? I thought he was underground even for the brony fanbase. I guess I learn something new every day. Great song, feels good to listen to this again.
it is because of you that ive decided to follow my dream and become a marine. im currently taking a delayed entry course because i need to get a few more high school credits. but i assure you, once i get to bootcamp this is going to be my theme.
Very good. And congrats to Baasik on graduating from Annapolis, very impresive. The F-35 is a sexy piece of hardware, I wish him good travels and you as well Gryph0n.
Holy crap. I was listening to this song on the album, and at the second verse, I actually thought my computer was breaking down, because I didn't know you changed the lyrics in the album release.
Happy to get another fantastic song. Nice to know you'll be in Florida for a few days. Sounds fun that's where i am i Florida lol. Well thanks for the song love ya and tell baasik congrats for me
The primary critique I have gotten on this track is that it needs a second verse.
I agree with you guys!
I just now wrote and recorded Verse 2, which will be on the album once it hits iTunes. :-)
Thanks for the critiques guys!
~Gryph (Gabe)
U are superultraextremeawesomlyamazong Gabe I love u so much u and ur bro make awesome music to listen to LOVE U!
Well, that's damn awesome. I was thinking the same thing, but the first verse sounded good enough that I didn't have much issues with it. It's like Anonymous from Three Days Grace. It's a tad lazy... but the song's just so damn good.
Kudos for listening to critique and following through with it. Shows commitment, care, and professionalism.
Only ITunes I was hoping you could make em for Google play too if you could that would be awesome
It's good that you pay attention to your fans.
Black Gryph0n can you sing a beatles song with michelle creber?
Oh dear lord. I hope you two never stop making music.
BlackGryph0n actually responds to comments and was super friendly at Bronycon gave $20 extra for an album and they were so nice and took photos. Seriously, you gotta love an artist who interacts with fans!
We're pleased to announce that the new version of this song (with a second verse) is now available on BandCamp, along with our entire new album: IMmortal!
blackgryph0n.bandcamp.com/track/academy-2
I just listened to it, and the second verse really adds to the song. Strangely, though, what I really liked was the variation on the chorus immediately following it. It's empowering, showing a change in mindset from "I need to do it" to "I will do it." Soon as I get the album, this is going on my workout track.
Definitely gives the song a sense of morals and working hard to achieve something. LOVE IT!
EditDeath Personally I just can't get on with that second verse, but that is the beauty of still having the single version for those of us who prefer it.
Dude, can you tell me what rank you are? Cuz if I remember correctly you're in the military. That's what ticks me off about people calling bronies fags. I really don't care bout me but military bronies and other important people helping people like doctors, ambulance drivers, goverment officials and other jobs that bronies do. It ticks me off when THEY get insulted.
MAKE MORE! THE MASTER OF DARKNESS DEMANDS IT!
Probably one of the best workout songs ever, a fitting title too.
+1 For calling a workout song ;P
(Can't do an actual +1 on my phone)
+James Hogge google +
Awesome song you two! Can't wait to see what other songs you guys have left in the album.
mrjesparza Oo? Fancy seeing you here!
I love the way that this song just intrigues you with the music in the beginning and end of the song. Seriously, continue doing this! I love your music!
Damn.. You're brother will be flying $125m dollar aircraft.. That's dope. Wish him all the best! Ain't easy being a pilot!
You're tellin' me!
I guess you could say your brother is headed off to...
*puts on glasses*
...Baasik Training.
*YEEEEEEEEAAAAaaaaaaah*
Logan Reed ...I have no idea whether you're trolling or didn't understand a simple pun.
AubriGryphon just trollin man
You sir have won the internet. Everyone else can just stop trying.
Rambo "Pork Chops" Dash HEAR HIM OUT BRONY HATERS! and kids on call of duty.
You gave my thoughts cancer, not my brain, my actual thoughts.
*I went down to BronyPalooza 2017 at BronyCon yesterday in the middle of your set with Michelle Creber. When this song played, I was in love with it. Your set was AWESOME Gabe! Keep it up! Your work is amazing!*
GOD I Love this song!!
me too
Y'ever love running back though older videos and finding your old comments? Did that recently and it's fun. Comment still stands too, doesn't it?
Best one yet, so many beautiful elements come together to make this song amazing.
I also love how you guys try out different genres of music each and every time.
This is epic
Thanks man! :-D
Michael G. S. I've always had a special place in my heart for awoken, I'd put that song above all. "Are we there yet" is still awesome as hell though.
***** yeah
Dear Gabe,
I'v been a huge fan- of ALL of the work you have done. But I have to say- something about this, really fits. Good job. I hope to see more.
Every one of your songs blows me away. Seriously, this is professional level stuff here. Amazing job once again :D
Also, congrats on graduating the Naval Academy! I live in a Navy town so thats awesome
This is *beyond* awesome.
What's that sound at 0:00? Did you clear your throat at the very beginning?
Golurk yeah.... He did
Maria ShadowBlood Easter Egg Maybe?
Love the dogtags on the Wonderbolt uniform. Nice touch.
A unique song for two unique artists
Wow, that throat clear at the beginning. It's reassuring, actually. It lets us know (reminds us) that you aren't just a music god, far, far away.
Active-duty Navy SWO here. Love the song. The service has, and will be, enriched because of folks like you two.
*tears*
Thank you for giving me this absurdly high dose of *awesomeness*. Both of you.
If only i was as good ;_;
You are good, in your own way, at least you can sing and play, when I open my mouth only white noise comes out
your good too you butt :#
i love your music, especially the colabs with female singers ^^
sim as long as you believe you can do even better we all love your music,i even have your raise this barn remix on osu! sadly i couldnt find any other songs of your on it
imho Black Gryphon is unreached in the musician way. But Sim is sureley very good at her music.
Cmon Sim! You rock too!
You guys are seriously at a pro level lately, keep up the good work :-)
Everytime I see music from you guys in my subscriptions it just puts a huge smile on my face! Thank you so much for the amazing music and for sharing your gifts!
Its funny, I come back here a lot to workout to your pony music. I remember when you only had a few thousand subscribers...now look at you! Every time I return that number just keeps on growing! Almost to 4 MILLION subs! Congrats man!
i don't know how many times i listened to this song, on the bus at school in the halls and during class just love your music keep doing awesome!
Awesome song, I just graduated from Parris Island (Leaving for MCT in 12 hours) every muscle aches is defiantly how you feel when lights hits.
Dude, this is AWESOME! It has such a great beat, and I love it! I cant wait till the album comes out, man. I'm definitely buying it!
Very great song guys. Love your voice. Thank you so much for serving our country :)
I am hoping to go to the army as well soon.
Oh, hey. Just noticed that the TweetIt song is on the IMmortal playlist. Unless I'm incorrect, that's not a part of the album, right?
This song feels like it would be right at home as an anime opening credits song and in a running playlist.
Carry on being awesome you two.
All of your songs sound like something you'd hear on the radio they're that good.
Is it just me or is your singing voice getting better and better with every song! Seriously these need to be on radio!
Thanks! :-D I don't think my voice is getting any better, I just use a slightly different style for each song. :-P
***** Well I certainly think you are improving as you go. Keep up the good work man!
Seriously, you are the most amazing duo that I ever heard. I'm going to buy your album for sure
This song is amazing. That goes without saying. What's truly amazing is Baasik's achievement of graduating from Annapolis. Congrats to him, and I'm sure he'll do great things in the Navy!
Thank you both for your services, for both the fandom and our country. Keep up the good work!
Gabe, Michelle... you are not priviledged. You and your families deserve every single bit of what you have. God bless, was awesome to see you in person.
My goodness. This shall now be my new favorite song. Why are you guys so awesome in everything?!?!: D
Why do you keep becoming better and better!?
It's called learning and experience. Do something long enough and you'll become good at it
dbzfreak12321 Unless you are Metallica
shots fired.
KnightSapphireDuck
XD
Commander Sparkle jesus christ
You are one of those artists that every song you upload I love. It's an undisputed fact!
DANG IT! I thought 4EverfreeBrony had a shot at the #1 slot this month. And then you go and do THIS! BlackGryph0n and Baasik... y u so good?
Love the track man. You never fail to impress really can't wait for the album to be released :)
This song, like all your others, is amazing! I love the degree of variation you include, with this song in particular. Each song has a unique quality that makes it more AWSOME than the last!!!
Oh my... bass drop :D
Ouch (:!
D-d-d-d-d-d-drop the base! :D
How's Angel doing?
Kyle Adkins Being as kind as an angel as always of course
So a sassy and stubborn bunny who won't eat his salad but demands a delux Carrot Cake Sunday is now as "kind as an angel" now?
Love these songs so much
Hooah! This has to be my new favorite song from you guys! Welcome to the service Baasik! Best of luck to you in flight school, make us all proud!
Can't believe it took me this long to find this song! It shakes my car more than anything else I've played in it.
SHOUT OUT... This song was friggin awesome at Bronycon 2016! Never danced so hard in my life! Great show man!!!
You guys did it again, I love it. I always show both videos some love because why not. You both are great and I hope to hear more from you guys.
Enlisted nuke here going to the naval academy this june and this song really hits home for me. Thank you!
Baasik absolutely KILLED this track. I loved when he brought those big synths in the buildup towards the end. This is going to be one amazing album! Keep up the good work guys!
I just finished reading through the description and you are welcome.
Glad to be called the good friend, haha.
I laughed when you said 'thanks for reading through all this crap'😂😂😂 it wasn't crap, really! I like reading descriptions, and the great descriptions always makes me laugh and smile.
This is one those.😃
This is amazing, good balance of bass and treble, especially with good speakers, headphones.
That is awesome. Makes me even more pumped to start going to my last year of high school and start college.
I'm not a brony and I still enjoyed this song. It gives me a faith that one day I can be more fit then I am now.
Why am I only just now discovering these amazing people?! Then again that is the major flaw of the internet, so much stuff that it is very easy to miss some things. But this should not be missed! Amazing music and awesome singing, keep it up!
This song is nothing but super-awestastic-extreme-mazing, in all sense of the word. Every beat, every word, every tone fits perfectly intp one badass song that makes a grand statement and a even bolder conviction. Kudos to you and your brother BlackGryphon........this is truly a masterpiece!!!
Another great work of art. Can't wait to buy the full album.
I really love this song. I'm kinda in a similar situation as your brother (with a few differences). I'm training to join the Navy SEALs after high school. I've found this song to be extremely motivational, not just because of the message in the song, but the story in the description. I guess what I'm trying to say is thanks. You're inadvertently helping me meet my goals. So thanks :)
Every time a new IMmortal track comes out I get so fricking amped up for the album all over again. D;
Awesome song! It's gets me pumped up and motivated.
I can't wait for the full album to come out!
My brother's going to army training real soon and this song hits me straight on the feels because of it. But it reminds me that as long as I still have hope he'll be OK.
Baasik, Black Gryph0n, keep up the great work! You are doing so great with this track! Can't wait for the next songs!
Absolutely amazing
Gabe, This is amazing!!! It's hard to believe you haven't won tons of grammy's XP
That voice though! Gives me shivers listening!
You should sing like this more often Gryph0n. I freaking love this so much!
I seriously cannot wait for this album. When it comes up on itunes, I WILL be buying it.
Best song yet! I cannot get enough of your music! Hope to see you at a few conventions this year!
Yay! New BlackGryph0n&Baasik! Excuse me whilst I die of excitement.
This song describes your career. Each release gets better than the last
Holyshit, he's going to fly the F-35C? That's SO cool!
This will make a fine addition to my workout playlist, amazing song
Absolutly perfect! So much in RD style... My favorite brony... No, just my favorite song at all from now.
I love this song! The base is amazing, and beautiful! It's HEAVEN!!! And, my earbuds make it sound almost echoey and loud, and I love it!! X3
I gasp every time I see you upload. Awesome song
That has got to be one of your best yet! Is was bucking amazing! Keep whipping out the new song! :D
This song is definitely your best one yet! Keep up the great work, man! :)
I'm in love with this song you guys did a great job
Hi, Gabe!!!! I love this song. The bass drop is beautiful. I watched your performance at Bronycon 2016 on RUclips and I love it. Your dance at the bass drop was hilarious and I really like Michelle's scream when you helped your brother do a backflip. I think you, your brother and Michelle are very talented and funny and I hope to meet you soon. :)
Amazing as all ways lol. Cant wait to hear more from you guys.
i gotta show rainbow dash this-
'cause SHE'S GONNA LOVE THIS! :DDDD
My friends at school hate mlp but love your music. They are always asking me when a new song comes out. I told them you where a brony and they now like mlp. We all are so exited for IMortal!
I reeealllly like that lower voice!! Holy derp, I hope we see more lower key from you!!!
Edit: Second time listening, I can't get over this lower voice!!!!! it's so AMAZING gaaah!!
And the rest of the song. Amazing!
Hey Black Gryphon, awesome you're in Florida. You planning on visiting the Grandbronygala while you're here? i know the cast and staff would love to see you!
Yeah! Check their website. I'll be there! :-D
This song is seriously amazeballs. It's my new musical obsession. I read you only had three hours to lay down the vocal track, and that blows my mind as this is some of your best vocal work yet. My personal favorite from this album will probably always be "Faster Than You Know" (at least until I buy the album and hear the other songs, who knows), but this song is just...I don't have words for how perfect it is. You guys consistently put out amazing stuff and I don't know how you do it. All I can say is, keep it up, and I can't wait to hear your set at BronyPalooza - I will be front and center if I have to claw my way there xD
Since when does this dude has 3.5 million subscribers? I thought he was underground even for the brony fanbase.
I guess I learn something new every day. Great song, feels good to listen to this again.
Enjoying this song a lot ^.^
Keep doing what you love to do guys
Congrats to Nate, and fantastic work on this song!
Description (\ right back atcha bros! Great as always! Also, congrats Baasik :3
it is because of you that ive decided to follow my dream and become a marine. im currently taking a delayed entry course because i need to get a few more high school credits. but i assure you, once i get to bootcamp this is going to be my theme.
A wonderbolts song?!? AWWWEEEESOOOOME
That must be in the radio every morning ,oh no every time!!
Very good. And congrats to Baasik on graduating from Annapolis, very impresive. The F-35 is a sexy piece of hardware, I wish him good travels and you as well Gryph0n.
Yay! It's back! :)
Holy crap. I was listening to this song on the album, and at the second verse, I actually thought my computer was breaking down, because I didn't know you changed the lyrics in the album release.
And Semper Fortis back atcha, BG. Thanks for persevering and living Fuasticorn's decree to create :)
Happy to get another fantastic song. Nice to know you'll be in Florida for a few days. Sounds fun that's where i am i Florida lol. Well thanks for the song love ya and tell baasik congrats for me
Thanks for writing the song that perfectly captures my angst
8 years ago I used this song to start my journey into parkour, now 8 years later I'm gonna use it again but for my gym workout
Now topping in at number 1 for brony songs of may 2014, once again it's... Black Gryph0n!