ANOTHER MASTERPIECE? WALL OF EYES "THE SMILE" Full Album Reaction/Review

[@MM-vs2et]

Bending Hectic is such an amazing track. It's about keeping on going with life despite your troubles. The song paints a scene of driving through a treacherous mountainside road, and coming up to a bend that faces a sheer drop. Then he thinks of letting go of the wheel and he can already imagine what comes next. "The ground is coming for me now", even saying goodbyes "If you got something to say, say it now". And he seems so sure about it, "No ones gonna bring me down, no way no how". But then he wakes up "Despite these slings, despite these arrows, I'll force myself to turn", referencing Shakespeare's "To be, or not to be" soliloquy which revolves around the question of ending one's life. Thom's answer is to be. Force yourself to turn the driving wheel, instead of letting it go and letting death take you. It's a great message of staying alive because it's the only thing you can control. Your own car. Your own life. And the instrumentation is just 10/10. Peak Thom and Jonny, and Tom Skinner with the rhythms. When Thom refrains "Tuuurrrrrrnnnnnnnnn", the guitar bends a note that feels like it's made of railroad tracks. It's so heavy and thick but it bends to the right note in the end. I see it as the song telling us it's not just a benign message of "Just be alive", it acknowledges that life is hard and it's heavy by making that note bend so slowly and so heavily, but you'll make it in the end. God what a song. Definitely a 10/10 in a long line of 10/10s in Thom and Jonny's discography.

[@anthonyschoonderbeek6487]

Wow - great summary of this epic track!

[@lukeshoo]

Also it's referencing the Bends since the track's finale sounds straight out of the Bends. And the song's lyrics seems to be referencing The Tourist as well, like it's set in the same world. Not to mention the Avatar the Last Airbender theme that is also seen in Teleharmonic. Lots of Sozen's Comet in this album.

[@paulbowers3106]

Great review to a great album. Bending hectic is EPIC and Teleharmonic just grows and grows with each listen

[@hugofernandes2930]

You got the two best tracks , I think friend of a friend also grows a lot

[@Baking_baked]

Wow really? I think Teleharmonic got me literally in tears from first listen. Its stunning

[@edjo7051]

This is definitely one that grows on you over time, didn’t fully pull me in at first but it’s become one of my favorite albums. And if you’re doing more Pink Floyd I HIGHLY recommend listening Animals as soon as possible

[@IgnacioDaPieve]

Been waiting for this one! hope you doing fine man, things can get drainig but its all momentary

[@Arawn505]

Yeah, was waiting for this one! 🙂 Great album, I especially love Teleharmonic & I Quit Read the Room & Under Our Pillows are also very cool

[@AyyyGabagool]

I've been listening to this album a lot and I Quit has grown on me MASSIVELY, but I still don't seem to click with teleharmonic.

[@juanpa0360]

Glad to see you back man. Loved the album as well. These guys always know how to cheer us up, don't they?

[@robbiebonham]

Really enjoy your Radiohead stuff, dude.

[@cavemanjack]

Thanks for listening

[@richardadesmond]

I wish you much wellness, Jack. Your cat is gorgeous. Pretty Kitty! I saw the smile, live, back in march, what an experience. Pure bliss. If you get the chance and have the means, do the same. All the best.

[@mexicola]

Atoms For Peace - AMOK?

[@QKvox]

That album is ridiculously good

[@isleofskye8073]

I like it better than thoms solo stuff

[@ekkieck]

Ingenue is one of the best Thom solo tracks

[@lukeshoo]

The song amok hits like a tsunami

[@_CoasterNinja]

Thanks for another great reaction! This is the most prog-rock/psychedelic thing they’ve done I think, with the multiple movements, genre hopping and arrangements in a single song. Not really a reaction suggestion, but I recommend you listen to Jonny’s collaboration with Israeli composer Shye Ben Tzur and the Indian ensemble Rajasthan Express. Check out the title track Junun first (play it loud) to get a feel for the music. I think you’ll appreciate it a lot.

[@acrosstheboardcinema]

You should still consider Sigur Ros. A band that contains many of the elements you enjoy most from Radiohead/The Smile. So inspired by each other, Radiohead had Sigur Ros open 10 shows during their famous (and insane!) Kid A tour. The album to start with: Ágætis Byrjun. Let their music wash over you.

[@_CoasterNinja]

Another great album by The Smile. Really think Thom and Jonny are composing some of the best stuff they’ve written. Really enjoy the approach to how they’re crafting songs in this period of their career. From the snippets I’ve heard of the new songs they’re playing on tour the next Smile album will just be as great.

[@themadcow71]

Beck - Sea Change will be a great reaction from you legend. Keep your head up!

[@plant_mouth]

Seconded!

[@mjrtensepian1727]

Thirded!

[@firebladetelavision]

fourthded😆

[@crumbtember]

I really want to see someone react to Moon Pix by Cat power. it's right up there with the most beautiful and sad music I have ever heard, like Sea Change and A moon shaped pool or kid A, it's so incredibly good and underrated. It's weird how Moon Pix has a lot of critical acclaim but there are no reactions on KZbin that I have seen.

[@richardmose]

Thanks for your reaction, Jack. This was my 2nd listen to this cd, and I'm appreciative of your input. I've been a Radiohead fan since Pablo Honey, and really enjoy/appreciate all of your reactions. I can't express in words how happy The Smile's music makes me at this point in time. Thom Yorke's voice is like a snuggly, comfy blanket that I snuggle in whenever possible, and Radiohead has been the soundtrack to my life so far. I miss them in their original lineup glory, but The Smile is an excellent placebo. Love Thom's vocals, and have even listened to his solo stuff, occasionally.

[@dreww1609]

Hence forth, I don't think a Radiohead or Smile project doesn't feel complete until we've had your reaction (no pressure bro). This album seemed like a significant evolution, but if this is a RH adjacent project that shouldn't be any surprise. New producer, Nigel Godrich who is RH's producer and did do all of Thom's side projects in the past and the first Smile album, took off this one for a new guy with a limited track record, but it definitely worked. Thom and Jonny are on a song writing blitz - their musical minds are on fire, as they keep releasing new songs during the current Smile tour. Of course we hope they are also pocketing some of the best for Radiohead LP10, which I still believe in. Jonny is one of Hollywood's most sought after movie composers, his work on "There Will Be Blood" alone - legendary is an understatement. And now Thom did his 2nd score for a film - so they're musical prowess just grows and grows. These songs to me are more cerebral and visceral and require multiple listens - more experimental, but this is a fantastic follow-up, new sound palette and song structures, clearly more comfortable in going to new places together. Always great to hang with you for an album listen, I'm glad this brought you some soothing and peace, and your sharing it does the same for your fans. Peace as always/

[@cavemanjack]

hahaha your a legend mate!

[@jeremypage3370]

Late to the channel, but I've binged your Radiohead/Smile reactions. As a RH fan since 95, it's been a real treat to watch younger people discover this unreal group of musicians. What's really amazing is your reactions have been almost exactly the same as myself and my group of friends when we would get a new RH release. I'm only envious that I will never get to hear these masterpieces for the first time again. Yorke and co. are a God tier band and still after all these years continue to surprise me. Well done and I wish you continued success!

[@linhchau3393]

Another sic wit it review Jack!! Stoked your gonna see them play in Aussie!! Enjoy urself fam

[@anthonyschoonderbeek6487]

Love your work. It’s amazing how the tracks on this album grow in different ways over time. So much experimentation. Addictive

[@satelliteanthem]

Love the videos dude. Wall of Eyes is an amazing album. Looking forward to whenever Radiohead puts out a new record - that will be a legendary reaction video.

[@charlieking7431]

Great to see this reaction mate. Thom is coming to aus in November if you didn’t know already! Can’t wait

[@TapestriMusic]

Atoms For Peace ✌️ Awesome project

[@paranoidandroid5147]

Hi Jack! Amazing reaction as always!

[@odysseyYT647]

The Smile Cutouts is out now, can't wait for you to react!!!!

[@riquiffer]

Best album of the year so far. Can we get a Blur reaction soon plss?

[@zaubertee]

Sea Change by Beck could be right up your alley! And it’s also produced by Nigel Godrich, who produced nearly all Radiohead related projects.

[@maximilianoavila6792]

Wish you the best, listen the rough times away

[@maximilianoavila6792]

Also, not a single skip on this album, it just feels so concise

[@ianwilkes3160]

Love your comments and reactions Jack. Saw the smile in Brighton UK in March this year. It was fantastic if you ever get the chance to see them do it. Also saw Radiohead a few years ago now, cost a mortgage but so worth it. Fingers crossed I will get to see them again. Keep up the good work. Subscribing now

[@TwistTheScript]

Great Reaction.....Love your content Bro 👊 We loved this album too 🔥

[@cavemanjack]

Glad you enjoyed

[@aldo34]

Great reaction, actually makes me appreciate this great album more just seeing you respond so powerfully to it. Nice one 👍

[@liverpool6058]

Been so excited for your reaction to this Caveman Jack!

[@mundaneman1811]

Check out the BBC 6music concert they did with the full string section, stunning

[@mr.nihilz3283]

Pretty sure I have listened to Teleharmonic more than any song this past year. Just amazing evolution. So happy for Cutouts. The Smile is a more than worthy Radiohead fix.

[@imitebwrong]

Yes man ... waited for this one, and on my birthday too! Happy Days. Cheers man.

[@cavemanjack]

Happy birthday! sorry for the late response, hope you had a great day

[@simonmadsen7255]

So glad you’re back!❤ Hope everything will be in its right place. All the best.

[@VidGamerLuke]

Was waiting for this since the album came out! I preordered it and instantly loved it. It’s been a pleasure finding your channel in the past year and a half, hope everything’s been doing fine man. Anticipating Animals by Pink Floyd, maybe also Meddle. Also consider trying out Godspeed You! Black Emperor, got into them recently and they’ve completely blown me away. Start with lift your skinny fists like antennas to heaven, then do f#a#inf, slow riot, and yanqui, all of their stuff is great. Also found Soundgarden and have loved them too, I highly recommend Superunknown. Anyways, I appreciate the videos, have a great rest of your day Jack :)

[@synge9116]

yess a lift your skinny fists reaction would be amazing!! its one of the most beautiful albums ive ever heard

[@jebhardwick]

Lovely getting to hear this album fresh through your ears Jack! If you want a new avenue of heart-breaking epic music, try the album Takk by Sigur Ros, still an unbeatable monument of glacial glory for my money.

[@itsberzerk9279]

Ill be going to their concert in june! Cant wait! Been having this album on repeat

[@fredrikdahlin7869]

00:17 ”It’s been pretty hectic”. Bending hectic?

[@mr.nihilz3283]

Great album! Wassup kid, hope you good!

[@anthonymadigan899]

Seen them in Dublin a few months ago,Just amazing.... Skinner was on another level.

[@Prairiepagan316]

Watching you discover Bending Hectic was evvvvrrrythhhaang. The thing is when you "get" RH you want to hear everything that comes from Thom's brain. He never disappoints. Don't get me wrong, every musician on this album is freaking amazing. Jonny always delivers. Something about Thom though.

[@liverpool6058]

Ive really enjoyed your reactions to Radiohead man, Ive gone back a relistened to your Kid A and AMSP reviews a few times hah. Rock on brother

[@cavemanjack]

hell yeah!

[@bennett6737]

please listen and react to souvlaki by slowdive if you havent heard it already. its incredible

[@james_alan]

I've seen some of the new peices from them on videos. And the third album will be even better i think. I really really like some of their new material. We just have to wait the low low time of 2 or 3 years. Maybe sooner i hope.

[@TDawgTogo]

Amazing video and an amazing album 😁

[@vanilla_milkshake]

you should check out Thom's first solo album The Eraser

[@pedrosolermartinez6273]

Glad to see you back mate!

[@tylerm5968]

You now must do a review on Cutouts. Tomorrow would be a good time to drop it. Or right now ? Best Smile album, and that is saying a lot.

[@isleofskye8073]

The king of limbs from the basement. It’s fabulous. Use Apple Music or Radioheads website for it but not KZbin

[@AyyyGabagool]

The second half of Read The Room is one of the most important parts of the album to me.

[@cheveronactionstripe5005]

Great stuff my man ! 😊

[@lino4]

Hey man you should check out I can’t eat nearly as much as I want to vomit by Shutups. They’re a small band and this album is incredible. I saw you mentioned in your kid a video that you like music that takes you on a journey, and that’s exactly what this record does. Front to back it’s incredible and I haven’t heard anything like it before.

[@rohnnyjotten3985]

Yeah mate...... another masterpiece.

[@Bending_Hectic]

You should check out Jeff Buckley - mojo pin live in Frankfurt. His falsetto is just allowed to soar freely in that track, beautiful song that is a great representation of the dynamics of his sound.

[@subterraneanhomesickalien]

Teleharmonic is my fave. Then again you know me is also my fave haha.

[@antsteep]

Now you have all the Thom Yorke solo albums to get through

[@Baking_baked]

This to me was his George Harrison moment with an album. Friend of a friend has a very All things must pass vibe as well as later Beatles vibe.. you can kinda feel where he was going

[@pavlovrublevskyi2960]

Please, react on Tome York's "Tomorrow Modern Boxes"❤ it's an incredible album, i guess)

[@AyyyGabagool]

No breakdown or thoughts after Friend of a Friend? :(

[@coolnightstudios852]

Bending Hectic is track of the year

[@rusty1537]

I LOVE YOUR CAT ❤

[@cavemanjack]

same!

[@AngryWombat8]

Cute cat

[@СашаОстроушко-в6м]

Bro, you need to listen to the band ATOMS FOR PEACE

[@kevingteresi]

Well this is a lovely break from the Kendrick-Drake beef ❤

[@stankguac]

check out SCRAPYARD by quadeca!! it’s my AOTY so far and I can guarantee you won’t be disappointed

[@Goob13289]

I really like this album, but I wish the drums were a little more assertive in some of the tracks

[@Goob13289]

Read the room feels like a masterpiece as well as friend of a friend