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AGALLOCH In The Shadow Of Our Pale Companion ~ Composer Reaction The Decomposer Lounge

[@richhastings2908]

I was lucky enough to see them live a couple of times before they disbanded. I'm in my mid 60's and, at one of their shows, there was a woman older than me sitting beside me. I asked why she was here and she pointed at John Haughm, the lead vocalist and said "That's my son". Precious moment.

[@matin2825]

Wow, that's strong

[@plslakewood]

You were very fortunate I see them.

[@eliasbowen9382]

@@plslakewood They got back together! check their Instagram!

[@safi493]

They’re back together and touring now!

[@y4lnux]

envy mf (just kidding, what friking amazing band) however I had the chance to see the 3rd and the mortal alive in Mexico City

[@n4rf645]

"If this grand panorama before me is what you call God, then God is not dead." gives me shivers even after 100 or so listens. I am by no means a religious man but this song is truly a spiritual experience to me.

[@jaredwatson8942]

They're Pantheist

[@iamra_n3189]

YES!! 🙌

[@KissSlowlyLoveDeeply-pm2je]

My interpretation of song is that it's about a man searching for god, and then realizing that god is everywhere in nature. It's basically a pantheistic message.

[@yoncasides]

Me too

[@FarazOloumi]

My favorite lyrics here; "Here at the edge of this world, here I gaze at a pantheon of oak a citadel of stone. If this grand panorama before me, is what you call god, then god is not dead!"

[@kevinwillems8720]

Oh, this is one I've been waiting for. This whole album is an absolute masterpiece.

[@leviwarner1119]

Couldn’t agree more

[@prodigaIProdigy]

100% I jumped up in my chair when I saw the thumbnail

[@6ic6ic6ic]

Truuu

[@w012thless]

I used to fall asleep to this album every night...in fact I need to start doing that again

[@kvltizt]

Their whole catalogue is a masterpiece tbh

[@Abyzdecannes]

Jumping into Atmospheric Black Metal is always a good thing when you're ready for it, Agalloch also really brings the folk elements in their music, lovely stuff

[@rocioiribe5841]

So true esp this time of year for me.

[@sisterhoney61]

Wow, I did not expect this! The Mantle is one of my favorite albums.

[@thomasmeyer8798]

The Mantle is a killer album. Atmospheric af.

[@mcmlxxxviimcmxcvi8641]

"The White" EP is my favourite Agalloch album... It features some of the most beautiful pieces of music ever written in the history of mankind. Not even kidding...

[@billvrabel1502]

The Mantle is one of my favorite albums of all time. To me, this track is amazing, but it's just the beginning of an album of amazing compositions. They drew upon many influences from psychedelic and prog rock to doom metal, post-punk and neofolk. Their name is pronounced Aga-lock, by the way.

[@TheCrimsonOne508]

This album quite literally saved my life. It’s my favorite album by far. Every song is a masterpiece and it leaves you emotionally drained by the end

[@TheRealJoeNathan]

This is my favorite song of all time. I was blown away the first time I heard it, and it's one of the few songs that give me that same feeling of awe years later. The Mantle is one of my favorite albums of all time too. I think of Agalloch as a post-metal band (they might repeat a riff or motif for a few minutes, but then develop it by adding new guitar parts and melodies), but they have some folk elements and atmospheric black metal in there too.

[@henriquefolc]

It’s a masterpiece, my favorite too

[@oaketree]

I've heard people call them "Grey Metal" , elements of black metal, but a little more melodic, instrumental, less harsh overall, but still with the key elements

[@TheMik29]

Just thank you for decomposing Agalloch. This song is just perfect for a walk in the forest. Their whole catalog breathes the power of nature in every note.

[@thomasmeyer8798]

Agalloch did the best mix of Folk, Black and Post Metal. Mighty.

[@jacksone5856]

Our Fortress is Burning 1+2, only when of sound mind atop stalwart foundation. If so, its absolutely magnificent.

[@gebcrafter]

Was not expecting this! One of my favorites, definitely 10/10 album

[@hectorortizcastro4161]

One of the greatest songs ever written

[@SuperTicklemonsters]

Jason Walton's bass playing in Agalloch is criminally underrated

[@AN-zx3ni]

Agalloch LOVED long notes, the opener of their next album Limbs from Ashes Against the Grain is a great example.

[@AN-zx3ni]

Also, yes, it is a double bass.

[@makjak111]

I did not expect to see this on here. Definitely in my top 5 albums. Made my day sir

[@jomariani6771]

Oh damn that is a very special one in their discography Welcome to their world ^^

[@hashira9166]

Love this band, I always listen to the album Ashes Against the Grain when the first snowfall happens... something about just feels right, I recommend Not Unlike the Waves!

[@pedronogueira5636]

Man, i love so much Agalloch. And i shed tears because when i hear beautiful acoustic passages i think of folk. And folk reminds me of the beautiful days of my youth in the middle of nature. It kinda hurts because where i'm now in life. Also reminds me how gorgeous the world can be.

[@chrisss3749]

Hope your life is in a better place now!

[@FinHammer]

How are you nowadays?

[@marrow226]

For anyone who doesn't know, the band's name is pronounced with a "ck" sound at the end, like "Loch Ness." I didn't know until someone told me. Tell your neighbors. If there's one thing the world must know, it's how to pronounce Agalloch

[@Breadcups]

Also have to say, the correct pronunciation of Loch isn't a ck like "lock", it's softer and rolls off the roof of the mouth rather than clicking. It's a distinction my Scottish pals have taught me when I got it wrong.

[@Breadcups]

@@marrow226 honestly not sure how Agalloch is pronounced, I imagine it's a soft ck. They should reform so when they say "We are Agalloch from..." When playing live we'd know for sure 😂

[@brookeln]

@@Breadcups as a huge fan, I’m pretty sure it’s “agga-lock”

[@cmillspa1]

Why did I think it was Aga-lich? Did the pronunciation tool I looked up just totally butcher it? And to think I trusted it...

[@juanm.q5121]

This is my favorite band, followed by Alcest (another one you should totally do). Thank you so much for taking this never-ending journey with us. I would recommend Falling Snow from them as well

[@tapasco95]

Si sabe el Juan

[@ProspectorAl]

This album is the standard bearer for Cascadian Black Metal. Every song is a masterpiece. It really needs a beginning to end listen to fully appreciate. I love that Don Anderson posted here! It's great when the musicians join in.

[@kvltslime2261]

I will never get tired of this song. i probably listen to the mantle at least once a week all the way through

[@Saltpork305]

Ambient metal finally arrives. Please do Ulver at some point.

[@beepboop204]

Nattens Madrigal is legit one of my favorite albums i keep on rotation

[@garrettallman3832]

I would recommend Panopticon for any atmospheric black metal, love Autumn eternal and into the north woods. Get goosebumps everytime i listen

[@MsFrizzle2113]

Hell yeah, I’m wearing a Panopticon shirt right now funny enough

[@dwayneg99]

Totally would freak out if he would do Kentucky.

[@Enochulator]

Dead Loons

[@andrewbowen2837]

Panopticon is great

[@hazal_b6037]

this song is so special to me, I love this album so freaking much I'm so happy you are checking it out.. sending love from Australia! :)

[@JustinBieberFoLife]

This is my all time fav song

[@Majorox]

OH MY GOD this was the last thing i was expecting to see. Fucking LOVE this album

[@m.94]

Next agalloch reaction should be the whole The mantle album 🔥🔥

[@Faze390]

So glad you’re reviewing this one! I miss this band so much. You picked such a great first song to check out too. If you ever end up doing something else by them, I recommend the song Limbs

[@GoddessGagged]

Limbs is beatiful :') also, nice Juturna pfp lol

[@metatronbloom1894]

I WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER FOR DOING THIS!! RIP Agalloch 🖤

[@FASynergy]

Yes! I commented this a while back, can't wait to watch!

[@FratAsh]

Top 3 favorite band of all time. Not surprised it was you who are reacting, but so glad someone finally is.

[@LedriTheThane]

This is my absolute favorite song of all time. Thank you so much for listening to it!

[@jakemaybrier9184]

Hell yes dude, I've loved Agalloch for years I'm so glad more people are discovering them and giving them some love. Respect dude.

[@patrickhaldeman4723]

Please do more Agalloch. Falling Snow would be amazing.

[@nivekian]

That is the song that hooked me, the 2nd time i heard it on Siriusxm Liquid Metal, I pulled over to write the bands name down and song title.

[@hailstone.]

You should get more into Katatonia

[@InsaN_]

YES !!!!! THANK YOU

[@Jester1411]

a very special band

[@tl_nik0n353]

Agallock* with the K. One of my favorite bands of all time, LET'S GOOOOOOO If you like this also check out Wolves in the Throne Room

[@timlavoie4966]

That harmonic late it the track! 🙌🏽 All these years later - still gets me every time. INCREDIBLE band.

[@harpomarxist4185]

This is my favorite band of all time. Would love to see you do "Limbs" from "Ashes Against the Grain" ♥

[@heighleybaily8037]

Geebz introduces me to another great band! I love the musical journey he brings us all on

[@rashabayoudh5884]

I was waiting for an Agalloch reaction!! They're on my top 3 fav bands along with Opeth and The Mars Volta, I am saving this to watch later, can't wait to see what you have to say about them.

[@wintershock]

Absolutely love Agallochs stuff. This song being one of my favourites along with Black Lake Nidstång and Celestial Effigy. The bass in their songs is something I can appreciate as a bassist. When I play their songs as practice it’s very difficult to get bored of playing or to fall into autopilot as I often do. On top of that, their songs have beautiful melodies and great vocals.

[@williamkoscielniak7871]

I can't believe it! I can't believe it! I can't believe it! I NEVER thought you'd check this song out. WOW! The first time I heard this composition nearly 20 years ago it just sucked me in its world of magic and never let go. Few compositions are truly transcendent to me. This is one of them. Orion by Metallica and Echoes by Pink Floyd are two others.

[@losxdescabezados]

No way! These guys are amazing, you won't be disappointed!

[@AysllanGarcia]

there is a difference in the general feeling of the song when you hear the first theme on the intro "Celebration for the Death Man" sets the whole mood for the piece.

[@rmr5044]

Holy hell, thank you for this. I've never heard of this band before and this is incredible

[@DoublePdalJesusMetal]

I love listening to the album in the middle of winter.

[@DonnieKreyden]

Makes me burst into tears, every single time.

[@ryanforsythe]

Me too. Greatest song I’ve ever heard.

[@Natsirt666]

Happy Birthday Daniel! Hope the restrictions aren't making you too crazy.

[@danielbertram3867]

Thank you!!! This made my birthday awesome :D

[@ilyasantonov212]

The Mantle means so much to me

[@afout07]

That part with the really long build up is one of my favorite pieces of any song. Just such an epic moment

[@usefulidiot227]

Geebz, in case no one else said so, yes that was a double bass. The band originally never intended to play live, so on this album they threw so much layering on each track. The songs take on a whole different journey when they finally did play them live.

[@bairnonessie]

Only problem with the live versions(that I've heard) is they're played too fast.

[@andyf1876]

I love this song, it feels relaxing somehow. Also, if you want to check out, there's a band named White Ward, who also have that atmospheric dimension mixed with some jazz wibes. The result REAAALY is awsome, their album "Love Exchange Failure" is a masterpiece.

[@georgehazard1986]

One of the best and one of my absolute all time favorite albums of all forever and ever.

[@markfrancis4250]

Beautiful song! If you dig back into Opeth's catalog the first two albums also feature a lot of this sort of acoustic black-metal style. Try the songs The Night and the Sighlent Water, The Apostle in Triumph, Black Rose Immortal, and To Bid You Farewell.

[@Tommydis]

Back in the day, The Night and the Silent Water was my favourite Opeth track, but then I heard an interview with Mikael Akerfeldt after blackwater was released, were he said it was he least favourite tune. it broke my heart. That being said you are totally right about the sound comparison.

[@Natsirt666]

@@Tommydis It's his "least favourite" i think because it was written about his dying grandfather, and brings back too many bittersweet memories (much like Tool/Maynard and Wings For Marie). I was lucky enough to see them perform it in concert once though. It was truly amazing.

[@stolentechniques2519]

Wow.. this was unexpected. This band had a huge impact on me as a teenager. Thanks!

[@rocioiribe5841]

This video reminded me of this album and honestly giving me a deeper appreciation for this song. Spinning it today, it's that time of year.

[@garrettallen9044]

Nice! I was just thinking it's that time of year to binge some Agalloch albums and drink dark beer. I agree with others that Limbs and Falling Snow should be next for Agalloch. I also think they should be heard back to back as they are on the album. They just transition so well and complement each other. I can't listen to one without the other, but that'd be a 20 minute session.

[@mawdrynantoni4979]

So stoked you finally got to Agalloch. They have so many options to review as their albums are just brilliant and I think you will enjoy the ride. Kudos to you for giving a sadly overlooked band, from a review perspective, a chance and I will humbly say you will be rewarded for your efforts. Cheers mate!

[@wrsamson]

It looks like Agalloch has gotten back together. Not sure to what extent, but they are playing music together, which is what is important.

[@Thabba76]

from what ive heard its a "limited return" but im still happy nonetheless

[@gonwyte8534]

I was one of the likely many people who left a comment some time ago on another song you covered that more or less suggested you check out this song as well. Low and behold my surpeise, I go to your channel and see that you did. "If this grand panorama before me is what you call god, then god is not dead." Such a powerful lyric. Thank you for covering this, truly.

[@rashabayoudh5884]

What I like the most about these videos is that they point my attention to elements that I didn't necessarily notice before, or that I enjoyed as part of the composition and never focused with as an individual part. This makes me experience the songs in a totally different way, when I can notice the small guitar details and notes or focus with the bass guitar, the right/ left placement of some sounds etc... It upgrades the songs to a higher level when you're able to hear and enjoy all those details!

[@Lordestroyer]

Saw them in Baltimore before they disbanded. Fan from the beginning. Miss them terribly.

[@frostogtaake]

One of my favorite bands. Definitely do more, I Am the Wooden Doors from this same album would be a good contrast for a shorter, faster song.

Whenever I listen to this song, and don't do anything else, just really listen, I have chicken skin for about 14 minutes. One of the finest tracks ever recorded.

[@____smith]

damn good pick. I think this is still the greatest song I've ever heard.

[@hcmofo13]

Game changing band. Major props for reacting to this.

[@sj205]

Just recently listened to their Pale Folklore album after a long time, and still holds up! Agalloch is one of my favs

[@SpaveDementia]

I've revisited most of the albums recently and, oh boy, are they hard to stop once you hit play.

[@quinnparker9274]

I love Agalloch, great track from them! 'Into the Painted Grey' is fantastic if you're looking for another from them at some point

[@ALECLF]

I've never listened to this song, but it's become immediately one of my fav. Thanks for sharing this reaction

[@jasonberezowski2869]

I am so jealous that you got to hear this for the first time. What a feeling.

[@ALECLF]

@@jasonberezowski2869 yes, it was immediately love

[@nomorecrap777]

This is one of my favorite songs of all-time but not very many people are even aware it exists. I can't believe you chose it for one of your breakdowns! Wish I could give more than just one "thumbs up"

[@frightenedsoul]

I love folk elements in my metal! One of my favorite bands.

[@stevenrupert7619]

I don't usually comment, but Agalloch is something very special. One of my favorites of all time. Thanks for checking them out. I'm still here. 👍

[@steplat]

Wow! Simply wow! What a surprise to see this here on the channel. Whoever requested this is a hero. I've known this song since the day it was released and still today I get goosebumps each and every single time I listen to it. So sad this band is no longer around.

[@baghodler508]

You hit the nail on the head with this one. The whole album flows as one long song and journey

[@MrGoreSuntzu]

Love this Album, such a masterpiece

[@metalpx9386]

Saw this is the Agalloch group and I’m so hyped

[@battosai02010]

My favorite band and a song from my favorite album ever! Been waiting for this for quite some time and you did justice to it!

[@kevinwillems8720]

This album has some great instrumentals, specifically The Hawthorne Passage is really great.

[@MsFrizzle2113]

This is one of my favorite albums to fall asleep to funny enough, what a pleasant surprise to see Agalloch on this channel

[@makjak111]

Woods of ypres, the will to give is another intresting take on black metal

[@sisterhoney61]

WoY is my favorite metal band. I definitely recommend them!

[@Gabriel-Cabana]

Although I like their earlier stuff, I feel Woods of Ypres found a much more refined sound with later albums, such as Woods IV or V. I would rather recommend something from those two albums, especially since there hasn't been much doom metal on this channel before I think. Something like "Adora vivos" or the classic "I Was Buried in Mount Pleasant Cemetery".

[@makjak111]

@@Gabriel-Cabana one of my favorite songs by them

[@NatCo-Supremacist]

Agalloch - Falling Snow do it bro god please bro just do it

[@renegonzalez6755]

I will never forget this channel. I have been a fan of Metal since I was in middle school back in the early 90s and I plan to continue to be a fan as long as I can. Thank you sir for decomposing these wonderful songs. There is a lot of emotion, history and art in Metal music and you bring a wonderful "behind the scenes" answer as to why I like these songs so much. Thanks to you sir I am finally learning why.

[@C0reyTaylor8]

Yes, finally some Agalloch! I'd recommend you check out "You Were But A Ghost In My Arms" from the same album as well.

[@gladysthebaker]

Love Agalloch! So happy to see this here!

[@Enochulator]

For a similar line: Wolves in the Throne Room - I Will Lay Down My Bones Among the Rocks and Stones. Their latest release is also great - Mountain Magick, for instance. WITTR is a little heavier than Agalloch, maybe… but same thing, Pacific Northwest Black Metal.

[@georgehazard1986]

YES! Got a chance to see WitTR live in like 2011 or so. At a small, literal house that had been turned into a venue. They came out in the dark in robes. Incredible live. Two Hunters is one of my tip top favorites. Them and Agalloch are absolute tops.

[@HenryFordOfficial]

gay commie band, not even close to as good as agalloch

[@Enochulator]

@@HenryFordOfficial lol

[@BeckaHearts]

Geebz, you sure know how to take us on a musical journey! Happy Birthday Dan :) What a journey it's been. A masterpiece to listen to, while you paint your own. Thanks for introducing me to the rich musical world of metal. You are loved. P.S. Geebz4lyfe

[@alidatJHC]

💙

[@ceecee1077]

💜

[@jeffjefferson1842]

Beautiful :) Great choice !!

[@mjt5645]

❤️. Masterpiece is right

[@mandm2054]

"Rich musical world of metal" = Accurate

[@bairnonessie]

Woo! You will never 'only hear one thing now', each and every listen reveals another layer that was previously hidden. The panning stutter sounds like a killswitch on the guitar to me. The entire album is well worth a listen beginning to end.

[@vampmode9132]

You must do falling snow from this band sir. The pure emotional weight. I'm not the type of guy usually but damn near made me tear up when I first heard it. If you were to do anything, please. lol

[@aiterusawato]

Positively surprised to see this track on your channel. Ever tried Maudlin of the Well or Kayo Dot? Unique approach to music, pushing the art to its limits and boundaries, especially the latter iteration of the band. The Manifold Curiosity by Kayo Dot always blows my mind, I'm curious to see what would be your reaction listening to such a composition.

[@fredygarcia2733]

Great choices. Maudlin’s albums are positively life changing.

[@garytill]

The Manifold Curiosity is a masterpiece from Choirs of the Eye. skipping over to later Kayo Dot, plenty of amazing tracks on Hubardo, Coffins on Io, Plastic House, Blasphemy and the latest singles from the upcoming album, particularly Void in Virgo.

[@AnotherWindaSimp]

Agalloch fan here since 5 years ago, this album was the first thing I heard from them, it blew my mind (despite having listened some abm before it). Indeed it's quite a complete creation, guitars, lyrics, vocals (I really couldn't identify the bass on this track). For some reason, each track plants a different new story both with instruments and lyrics from the previous, and that's what for me, makes it a complete album. Cheers, and keep it on! Amazing to see Don itself replying too!

[@genevievesmith90]

YESSSSSSSSSSS!

[@Clearingthepathtoascend]

We need anything from Enslaved and on a side note Black Crown Initiate would be great also.

[@MestHoop]

The Mantle is EASILY one of my favorite albums of all times, and In The Shadow Of Our Pale Companion is an amazing intro into that album. As you already mentioned it is a great transition into the next song, and it really is. Truly my favorite bands I never had the chance to experience live, and hope you will give some more of their songs a chance!

[@EvilSmurf76]

How did you know I binge listen to Agalloch in October?! They just fit Fall

[@archangel2k12]

This is such a beautiful song