A GUITAR SOLO??? | Sleep Token - Telomeres (REACTION)

[@matthewnaylor3647]

I remember hearing about sleep token from their newest album. I was blown away to the point where when I got home from work, I sat outside in the cold on a chair with a coffee in the dark, and just listened to every single song in their discography from start to finish. As stupid as it sounds, honestly one of the best nights of my life. Was in a rough spot and it just felt like exactly what I needed at the time. Worship

[@d1rkSMATHERS]

Wow. I did the same thing. Kids went to bed, got a beer, opened the garage and sat with my feet up. High Water was the first song I heard and ended up binging everything that night. I'm excited for tomorrow's reaction.

[@JGotti777]

I did something very similar. That’s wild that is pulled us all like that.

[@Dillyhill315]

04:06 was me the first time heard this song. Love all of your reactions but this one is the best lol.

[@anitageee]

I love this song SO MUCH and it’s criminally underrated but I never get tired of it . Vessel’s voice got so many layers of perfection . You don’t hear this song . You EXPERIENCE this song . 🖤

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I hope I managed to show it some love for you! 😊

[@anitageee]

@@BraindeadBreakdown Always ! 🙂

[@AsAbove.SoBelow]

So, prior to ST - my all time favorite band was Deftones. To me, this song is very reminiscent of Sextape by Deftones. I’d love to see if anyone else gets that vibe as well. The guitar solo was so shocking but I agree, perfectly placed. They love to keep up on our toes! Worship. 🙏🏼💜

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I have had a few people mention Deftones in regard to certain ST songs, maybe I should ask the discord and see what they think! 😊

[@AsAbove.SoBelow]

@@BraindeadBreakdown - How do I become part of said Discord?

[@danpringle3343]

Thing I love most about II's drumming is he knows when to rock his shit but also more importantly when not too 👌

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

Agreed! II knows when to emphasize his skill and when to sit back and let the others have their time 😊

[@samanthabaines3578]

That drumming never fails to disappoint 😮

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

100% agree!

[@r6w615]

"And we go beyond the farthest reaches Where the light bends and wraps beneath us And I know as you collapse into me This is the start of something" Is just so beautiful it always brings tears to my eyes

[@UnXplainable1]

I knew this one would make you smile when the solo came in. They don’t throw in solos often, but when they do, they’re exactly what they need to be. Tasteful. Meanwhile, that last fill by II is just gratuitous. 😂 Gotta love him. Vessel, meanwhile, is out here being a dead ringer for Chino in those verses. Just a beaut from top to bottom.

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

The instrumentation in this one caught me off guard so many times (in a good way) I absolutely loved it!

[@NeilD1]

Except Vessel can sing well live too.

[@Danileu1175]

This was so much fun! Can't Stop smiling. Honestly, your reactions make every day better 😊

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

Pleasure to be of service 😊 I am really happy you enjoyed it!

[@azraelcales]

This feels like the beginning of the relationship to me. The "sparks" stage.

[@Zachtheman987]

Just binged all your sleep token reactions, it's nice to watch someone who leans toward the musical side of the songs as opposed to lyrically, was gonna say if you also like watching reaction videos or are just interested in lyrical analysis for these songs at any point the channel project jango is really into dissecting the lyrics and he recently listened to all the sleep token discography and I personally think all of his lyrically breakdowns are the best I've heard and really helped me understand the story, just a suggestion! Love the reactions and excited to see your tmbte reactions!

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

Thank you for saying that, I appreciate it 🙂 I will check out Project Jango when I finish the journey and get a bit more context 🙂

[@Brittany-xe4bz]

I second this and recommend watching Project Jango's reactions to sleep token!! he dives so deep into the lyrics and the story behind all the songs, he is awesome!!@@BraindeadBreakdown

[@nicolemcdaniel260]

Telomeres is my absolute favorite from this album, maybe overall. So underrated.

[@TrickTheKick]

Vessel is a major gamer and played the Halo Theme and also a song from Zelda as his warm up interludes into some of the piano songs, so it wouldn't surprise me if the "PS3 sound" was a sneaky little nostalgia slip

[@batwaynebruceman7287]

Im definitely an ST react video addict but as soon as I got up today I checked to see if a new one from you was up yet. Love to see it!! This is the start of something...*bwaaaah* Vessel is always so clever and lyrically this might be my favorite of their love songs. I love how much Vessel treats his voice like an instrument and guides everything.

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

Thank you! I am really happy that you are enjoying the videos! 😊 There is so much about this song to enjoy! 😊

[@angryasianjim]

As a drummer (hobbyist), II is an absolute phenom. His fills are crisp, his musicality is top notch, and his technical ability is humbling. I haven’t seen them in your reactions, but if you appreciate drumming I’d definitely recommend II’s offerings. He’s played to instrumental tracks of Hypnosis, Alkaline, and Like That. He adds flavor to each of his playthroughs that aren’t there in the studio version.

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I am going to be hitting up the offerings now that I am circling back round, I am quite excited 😊

[@mikecochran1759]

This song is my wedding song if I ever get married again. This song is like on level 1 million. This song so crazy deep with his lyrics its like where do you even begin.

[@NeilD1]

Awesome. Sounds so Deftones 'Koi No Yokan' era at first, but makes it his own.

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I haven't heard that one. Believe it or not, I was never a Deftones guy! Maybe that could be another rabbit hole?

[@NeilD1]

​​@@BraindeadBreakdownSure. Most of their albums are superb, and, I happen to have good reason to strongly suspect that Deftones (and A Perfect Circle👌) are favourites of our veiled friend. I have to say, Detones have always been a huge let down live. But Koi No Yokan is sonically superb, White Pony album is everyone's favourite, Diamond Eyes is a great album too. The Diamond Eyes video of the single from Deftones is as good a place as any to dip your toe in. Now, A Perfect Circle are class. Maynard James Kennan of Tool fronting and writing lyrics, Josh Freese of NIN, GnR, and currently The Foos new drummer hitting the skins, James Eha(?) prev of Smashing Pumpkins on guitar and Paz, currently of The Pixies on bass. Judith video is a good one. Oh, and the band is Billy Howerdel's project (Tools former guitar tech). Kindest.

[@SimonaDrvek]

I couldn't wait to see this reaction! Telomeres holds such a special place in my heart and fills me with so many emotions - the drums, the chorus, the lyrics, Vessel's vocals... Such a criminally underrated song!

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I hope you enjoyed the reaction, I certainly enjoyed the song!

[@JadenGrosmanOfficial]

This is my personal favorite song by them. I relate so heavily to the lyrics and it reminds me of a song I would write.

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I have gotten that vibe from a few of their songs 🙂 I can see why you love this!

[@HeavenSpectrum]

With Atlantic it's one of my fav songs and the second album is for me by now their best album imo. I am also digging the softer songs, I enjoy the little things, the calmness, slow buildings, instrumental parts and solos and the pure emotion and heartbreak in Vessel's voice.

[@doostyf7913]

I’ve been listening to this track for a month daily now, I can’t place why yet but it just resonates with me.

[@brianalmeida1964]

Another great reaction. "The Darren Brown of music" is a great analogy! The power of subtle suggestion. Start in one place but end up somewhere else without really catching how you got there but somehow it feels natural! Stay safe 🤘✌

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I am glad you liked that one 😊 Thanks for watching as always Brian! 🤘

[@stonekeeper09]

I've genuinely used the Derren Brown comparison myself. Also, "it's like Vessel has some sort of cheat code"

[@aarontrudeau3257]

This is one of their best. When he says”this is the start of something?!” It’s like he’s unsure and almost becomes a question.

[@dalerjh]

Oh your enthusiasm here is just wonderful…

[@alexasginsburg4361]

This is my favorite Sleep Token song of the discography ❤️

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I can see why, it is such a vibe! It took me by surprise 😊

[@earthscorcher]

God I love this fucking song. It's Deftones meets 311 and it tickles a special part of my brain. I am *patiently* awaiting High Water.

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

You haven't long to wait now good sir! 🙂 (good sir being used as a catch all phrase 😂)

[@earthscorcher]

@@BraindeadBreakdown I'm suuuuper stoked 😤

[@ramomen8611]

Every day I wait for your reaction video.

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I hope it doesn't disappoint! Thank you 😊

[@matthewduncan572]

This solo is so much fun to play!

[@TaraRyze]

The ending kind of gives me A Perfect Circle vibes too!

[@aarontrudeau3257]

I was stupid also. I was told I was too out of the box by teachers and needed to learn proper procedures. I told them to F off bc I got the same results. I always resisted conformity. That’s why I love sleep token.

[@beelzbop]

AGGH So fun to see you enjoy it! I've been looking forward to this and I was so disappointed to have to wait an extra hour to watch. Of their discography (Ascensionism aside) this is my favorite. ii's phrasing is just *chef's kiss* and the perfect example of his crispy syncopated style. Then Vessel's blusey guitar solo comes in with the steel chair and ii's little round at the end finishes you with a diving leg drop. Sometimes I think the two of them sit down and do writing exercises like 'what have we not done yet and how can we put it in one song together' just for funsies. And it works, the bastards. Now I must go google this Brown fellow...

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I am really happy that you enjoyed this one! I can see why it came so highly recommended! I love the wrestling metaphors! The guys name is Derren Brown. Have fun exploring that rabbit hole!

[@NikkiWright-STLVR23]

Scuse you 😂😂😂 I know right!?!?! So good! It was very obvious that this song made you happy and not just the guitar solo. You don't have to be a drummer to know that II is special. He and Vessel compliment each other with their perfection. Drums are the heartbeat of a song, so II is vital. I am happy for you on your 1k subscriptions. 👏🎉🫶 Well deserved! Your Mom should make you a cake 😂.... celebrate together....she watches right? She's enjoying ST? Hope so. Well, can't chat anymore tonight.... it's late but i saw this video and had to watch before i went to sleep. Now i can go to bed with a smile 😁. Til tomorrow ✌️ ❤W O R S H I P❤

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

Yes, this song visibly made me happy 😂 I know that ST do a lot of unexpected stuff but this one was a shock! Thank you! She does watch a bit and she is happy for me! 🙂

[@mack2132]

This song always does it for me, and that guitar solo is too tasty

[@stacygibson6074]

Such a great song!! Gosh I can’t wait every day to watch these and had to wait an extra hour today, that was rough! Lol. The guitar solo fits sooooo well. 🖤

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I am sorry for the extra hour, blame the sun! 😂 It took me by surprise for sure!

[@stacygibson6074]

@@BraindeadBreakdown You have more guitar solos to look forward to but I won’t say where.. just have to be surprised by them. ST is so sneaky and I love it so much.

[@Loser10004]

I also look forward to your reaction video everyday. I have watched a lot of Sleep Token reactions and yours are very near the top of my favorites and slowly taking over that top spot

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

That is very kind of you to say, thank you 🙂 I hope you continue to enjoy them!

[@demolitiondolly2010]

I was waiting to see you do this one, between the ‘voice and piano’, ii and the ‘oh, hai’ drum trills, and the ‘respite guitar’ solo… I feel like this is where we see the first real deep sync of Vessel and ii. Not to mention the moment of Vessel going, ‘yeah, I do that too and I’m perfect at the timing… here’s a bluesy guitar solo because I have the audacity… into vocal perfection; you’re welcome.’ In regard to the character voice, I feel like this comes from Sleep’s point of view, and a lot of that is in reference to the “collapse into me” that I think about collapsing into sleep when it’s all that will help heal me. Again, wonderful reaction. Worship 🙏🏼

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I agree with you completely! They were incredibly in sync in this one and I love that we got a solo too! 🙂 Thanks for watching as always!

[@Lauren__M]

Another highly underrated song IMO, also, congrats on the 1k!! 👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏻

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I agree! So many people have said it is underrated! It should get more love! (Although it has got plenty in the comments 🙂) and thank you!! It is crazy!!

[@DanSkinny]

Dude your growth has been nuts, almost 1k! Congrats!

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I have no idea what is happening 😂😂

[@lauracorleta6978]

this song brings me a lot of peace. It’s a delight to hear. ps: your hair looks great man 😂 drop the haircare routine

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

Thank you very much 😂 I wash with cheap shampoo and cheap conditioner (Alberto Balsam strawberry) and just leave to dry. 2-3 times a week. Very little gets done to it 🙂 I wasn't expecting to be asked 😂

[@jenholder376]

My dream is for this to be my first dance song..

[@isnobodyreally102]

Been loving your sleep token journey so far. Your reactions are honest and genuine. Subbed and here for more. You deserve more subs and success. Lets make this happen people.

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

Thank you for the kind words, I am glad you are enjoying the reactions 🙂

[@miss__anthropy]

You are literally at 999 subs right now (I even screen shotted it because I love seeing that shit) so congrats on the impending 1k! I knew you’d like the guitar solo on this one. The Summoning is I think the only other song of theirs with a guitar solo, and I will be genuinely shocked if you don’t love that one. And since the musical side of things is more your jam, I don’t believe anyone’s mentioned it yet in the comments but *they put out instrumental versions of the albums*! Well, Sundowning and TPWBYT, although I can’t find the latter atm. Even a lyrical lover like me enjoyed listening to those, so I’m sure you’ll love them.

[@miss__anthropy]

Aaaaand in the time it took me to post this comment, you hit 1k! 🎉 Congratulations man, well deserved 🥳🥳🥳

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I go to eat dinner, come back and I am at 1k! It is awesome 🙂 I have heard about the instrumental version of the albums, I am interested so I can jam to them! 😂

[@paravarium]

Why spoil what song has the next solo? 🤦 come on, he's on the journey, let him find out by listening lol

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I have already recorded the reaction, it didn't spoil anything 🙂

[@paravarium]

Haha good one.. told you telomeres was going to be a jam 😋

[@NotEvenCarbon]

You’re going to love high water 😊

[@loriec2452]

I appreciate your musician input about the songs. I find myself really getting to know this album because of your systematic approach to their catalogue of music. I can handle it now that my life is alive again. Thanks for the depth of technical emotion you share with us. ✌🏼

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

Thank you so much! I am really glad that you enjoy hearing my point of view on the songs. I am so glad that I decided to do it! 🙂🤘

[@MsPatti1606]

Loved your reaction 😳 I was waiting for it 😂😂 I call it my Sleep Token Jeff Beck moment. Not in the same league of course but it made me think of him 😢 RIP Jeff xx

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

RIP Jeff indeed, i can understand why you might get those vibes from the solo 🙂 thank you for watching!!

[@paulroberts4667]

Just wait for High Water!!!!!

[@hoangal]

@9:40 I KNOW RIGHT?!?! SOOOOO GUD THAT GUITAR SO MMMM SMMMMMEEEXY

[@NiamorH]

Man I don't know if you are familiar with Loathe yet but you should check them out if you like this kind of music. "Is It Really You", "Two-Way Mirror", "Screaming"...

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I am not familiar with them, it is another to add to the list 🙂

[@jessiekluka]

😅 I didn't look up what it meant, but I heard it randomly on a science video talking about DNA, and I was like, "Wait a minute!" I like that he throws in science stuff. Love your reaction. 😊

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

That would probably have been how it happened to me if I wasn't doing YT videos 😂 Thank you as always!

[@butsid]

After this good reaction, you could make a shorts playing the guitar solo of this song hahah m

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

Not a bad idea, I may do that in the future 😊

[@earthquakemusic3923]

II was there since the beginning what song are you refering to? To my knoledge he is the co founder of the band

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

At the time of recording this video I thought that II was not part of the "One" EP. I was going off of information in the comments section though as I didn't want any proper knowledge of the band, I just wanted to listen to the music 😊

[@stonekeeper09]

I'm gonna duck before saying this but i got some Coldplay vibes off this one and not in a bad way.

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

No need to duck, I can understand it 🙂

[@veganwiener8047]

Huge Coldplay vibes! Sounds like something off Parachutes, but with some mind melting drumming

[@wccrispy]

Bro, if you don't do a cover of the solo and put your own spin on it, I will be disappointed.

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

I have already been doing that a little off camera 😂 I am tempted to do it!

[@wccrispy]

@@BraindeadBreakdown Well, now you have to man!

[@BraindeadBreakdown]

Warning ⚠️ it might have too many notes 😂

[@wccrispy]

@@BraindeadBreakdown No chance bro! Even if you went with a straight cover and then started shredding, I'm still here for it! 😂