Chris Harms (Lord Of The Lost) reacts: Eurovision 2023 semi-final 2 songs | Eurovision Song Contest

[@SageArdor]

I appreciate how he's critical but tactful with songs that don't resonate well with him. He sets a good example for other people who make reaction content.

[@wasupdoctor7782]

The perfect example of how to react to Eurovision artists without being impolite

[@gustavsvensson1944]

10x better than the BBC reacting 😂

[@cabemaru1]

@@gustavsvensson1944 Well it is not so disrespectful. And UK is always a bit sarcastic

[@sirprintalot]

@@gustavsvensson1944 *one journalist

[@cfgp]

it's fine to not like, or be attracted to, or feel appealed by, anything. it's not a moral failure on your part, or on the creator's part. you can still recognize their effort, and feel happy for the people that do like it. it's just not for you, and it's fine. too many people seem to forget that though 😓

[@Addict2FX]

Everyone in the eurovision fandom needs to watch this to learn what respect is

[@chris_1103]

This is soooo true!!

[@roseslime713]

True. Though I don't support scams and rigging so really ill hold absolute respect to everyone except my own country, Poland.

[@Addict2FX]

@roseslime713 her fault though?

[@Janecas]

Totally

[@Da_Sire]

@@Addict2FX yeah ofc bruh wyh wouold they cheat to make a random person win

[@avari1474]

I'm choking laughing about "I can't sing in a head voice it sound like a dying hamster mostly" 🤣

[@dvanaestcestica1135]

But he actually can pull off falsetto, and while playing cello at that - which is apparently incredibly difficult - and no dying hamsters detected :D He's just too modest, his vocal technique is incredible. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYK8d4WejtWHr9k

[@LadyRevania]

I'm Polish and laughed at 7:27 🤣. She looks better than she sounds, no lies detected.

[@berlineczka]

Me too. Yeah, she'd need to go as scant as EBU allows, to distract the people not only from her abysmal vocals, but also the corruption scandal in the Polish preselections... Chris, if you are reading this: in case you are interested in this year's Polish Electric Callboys, check Gladiator by Jann. This is what the public wanted to send, but the jury said no.

[@oonanas6507]

All I could think was “lol what butt” 😄 just cause she nakey, doesn’t mean she actually HAS a butt. But I suppose it was a good distraction from giving us his real opinion XD

[@Phiniks_]

Jann was so much better :(

[@Divig]

I looked up Jann since he is mentioned in almost every eurovision video, and I have to agree. His song is *way* better that this.

[@LadyRevania]

@@berlineczka people already spam their comment section about this on their social media, so I'm sure he knows. There's nothing he can do about this, only TVP has power over this. I'd rather take his comments about her ass than him trying to get involved into it tbh. At least it's funny and not exactly dishonest 😂

[@miglenadiankova6344]

Respect again, Chris, for the way you treat all the other artists even if you don't feel their music!

[@Kat-mu8wq]

Agreed, while the majority of it isn't my particular taste, that doesn't mean they can't sing.. It just means it doesn't do anything for me.

[@seanmcmichael2551]

Yes, while we may not like a song style or how it is performed, everyone in this competition has put in a lot of work just to get here. Even jokey or bubblegum songs take effort.

[@annakobuk3618]

I've never seen or heard anyone as respectful as Chris. Good luck to him and his band. PS. I also appreciate that he mentioned his respect to all people who took part in their respective national finals and selections.

[@stevenoldham8035]

He's a gentleman, finding the positives in even the songs he doesn't like. And no forced overacting like 80% of reactors.

[@sugarx6687]

and i think he is sexy af.....

[@jrasy]

he is so intelligent and respectful, I will vote for Germany in the final

[@mariellarusso2268]

"I was distracted by her butt" - I love it :D

[@Alignment22]

Can Chris please start a KZbin channel and become an ESC commentator? Like every year?

[@MyBroSux24]

he should co-commentate with someone for a semi final next year. our long-running comentator is stepping down anyway.

[@Sarah-og3mp]

I confess at first i thought "why should i care what this dude thinks" but then it turned out i really like the dude

[@oekmama]

He probably doesn’t have time… Iron Maiden keeps calling,😅

[@kaisanuolioja8937]

What a pleasant guy! Love his polite and analytical approach. So respectful. Why can't everybody just be like him? (Except for Käärijä. Käärijä can be exactly as he is. 😂)

[@marshmelows]

Chris being so honest about being distracted with Blanka's butt was so funny and wholesome! Really down to earth dude 🙌

[@Marina_7]

And he even said it in a respectful way! He's just too lovely haha

[@AmaanStorm]

What a lovely person. He sounds wise, respectful and mature, and is good at articulating how he feels without the need to drag the other artists through blood and glit....... I mean.....mud. Respect.

[@robspereall8203]

I love how Chris always finds something positive and analytical to say even for songs that he doesn't particularly like because he knows that every artist in the contest has worked incredibly hard on their song to get this far. He sets a lovely example and I'll look forward to seeing his performance in Liverpool!

[@jstan626]

i really enjoy how much thought he has behind his comments, not just 'i did/ didnt like that'. i hope we see him on the german esc jury in the future, i think he would be perfect for that role

[@dimitrisp797]

After watching both videos, I just love a bit more (the already in my favourites) German entry. Chris was so kind and opinionated. Good luck Lord of the Lost.. Ps. I liked the fact that he pointed out Estonia's exceptional vocals, cause not many people do.

[@antoniosvlachodimos8450]

Respect for the love for Estonia it’s maybe the most underrated entry this year (from the really good ones)

[@socksbay9436]

I agree❤

[@myradutkiewicz9739]

Yes!

[@ZakhadWOW]

she is VERY young, and I 'll be looking to see her back in Eesti Laul repeatedly in the future, the same way Sandra Nurmsalu came back repeatedly.

[@gosia5682]

Haha I was waiting for 'Solo' reaction and I am not disapointed 😂😂😂 so genuine! Greetings from Poland 😄

[@CPCcommander6128]

Chris: drink a beer with Dani from Voyager in Liverpool and then inform us, where we can buy tickets for the "The bands that rocked the ESC Tour" of Lord of the Lost + Voyager :-)

[@leekorn3796]

is it possible to send Chris Harms each year , for the next decade ? Küsse von Frankreich

[@cadnauseam9659]

Yes, Voyager's Danny Estrin was born in Germany and posted a video in German welcoming Germany's selection of Lord of the Lost. Yes, Voyager's metal music does indeed span multiple genres and right from the first of their 7 albums included a wide variety of styles including the 80s techno synth thing that many people seem to latch on to.

[@dobrastaramuzika7585]

Well, Germany is already my 3rd place this year but after watching his reaction I kind of like it even more. What a great reaction!

[@yldz2805]

I really like his personality omg, such a polite and cute person :)

[@nacht98]

He is so polite and accurate in the way he discribes each song, a true german gentleman ( if that is a thing).

[@esclance]

Great reactions! Very honest as well, especially Poland 😂 Best of luck in Eurovision Chris and the rest of the band!!

[@angelaburrow8114]

Chris, eaea is the sound made in some Spanish lullabies. It doesn't actually mean anything but, like many sounds in songs for very young children, it's simply repetition of letter groupings they will need to learn when they speak & is a means of encouraging them to start speaking. The song is a lullaby to her imaginary child & is basically an ode to her Andalusian grandmother, integrating flamenco & the language of Federico García Llorca, especially the imaginary involving the moon. García Llorca always used the moon in his poetry & plays, & each time it meant something different to him. Sometimes the moon is masculine, violent, bloody, sterile & brings death, yet at other times it's feminine, mystical, loving, fertile, soft & beautiful. Here Blanca is using it to talk about her love for her grandmother, the link between women in families, the link between a mother & child, & the importance of recognising, acknowledging &, sometimes, embracing our roots. Although I like some flamenco & love the works of García Lorca & thoroughly enjoy literature which makes you think, this song misses the mark for me. I can see its brilliance & appreciate Blanca's obvious talent, but it's not something I particularly enjoy. For 3 minutes I'm happy but I won't listen to it again. 🙂

[@angelicab7030]

Right, eaea has no meaning, but it's not used to encourage to start speaking, it's sung to babies to help them relax and fall asleep.

[@ZakhadWOW]

I tend to be very unhappy about how much of the world outside Speain blurs over the DRAMATIC differences between Catalunya and Castilla, and Andalucia and Castilla. Andalucia is a separate culture, and much like the Neapolitans, has become the face of so much of the sterotypical outside view of the music etc.

[@evilynnigirlie]

Wow, thanks for the analysis. Reading this I thought you were about to say you like it a lot so seeing you actually are not a fan makes me lift my hat because you were very respectful to both the artist and the work done to make the song. From the bottom of my heart thank you.

[@angelaburrow8114]

@@angelicab7030 You're right, angelica. I'd not thought of that. I think it's a combination of both comfort & preparation for speaking. At least it is in English & I can't see it being different in Spanish. I admit it's a long time since I studied Spanish linguistics though. Lol

[@angelaburrow8114]

@@evilynnigirlie No thanks needed Stefanie. 🙂 I can clearly see the quality in the song & how talented Blanca is, it's simply not my cup of tea. That doesn't means it's bad, it's just not my choice. I think that any song that is chosen to represent a country at Eurovision must be great by definition, otherwise it wouldn't have been chosen. Plus I love Eurovision, so I'd be mad to be unkind about singers or their songs. If the Eurovision community is nasty to them, why would they bother taking part? That's why I try not to disparage the artists. The only one I'm struggling with this year is Poland, simply because of the jury rigging by TVP. Some reactors are saying it's not Blanka's fault so we shouldn't have a downer on her. I disagree. She knows what happened & she's happy to benefit from it so is just as complicit in my opinion. I cannot support dishonesty like that, especially when the Polish people didn't want her to win. I feel sorry for them, having a poor song imposed on them when they could have had a talented avant-guard singer-songwriter like Jann. 🙂

[@Janecas]

I don’t think I ever seen a participant reacting to other songs. Kudos for the idea! Mostly we see reactions of those who actually dont know that much about it. You are mesmerising and I appreciated so much how you brought a positive spin to every single song.

[@Ravensoul93]

He did it already for our national selection. And Chris was a lecturer for Sound engeneering before doing music full time, so he is always very analytic when listening to music 😊

[@luziel3071]

I love how Chris picks out something he liked about every entry! That's how you do a reaction👏

[@renatar3584]

That's a professional musician speaking... no disrespect, just pure knowledge and love for music - no matter from which corner of the spectrum!

[@TheManInBlueFlames]

Surprising that your favourites are a ballad and a pop song! Always surprises me when you see what rockstars actually have to say about music!

[@JoeyTheBeastHD]

I'm Polish and laughed at 7:27 🤣🤣🤣 - Thank you Chris from Poland.

[@tennisradu]

Wow, his reactions were amazing... As a metal singer, he knows what good production means and I think Israel has the best produced song this year indeed. It's insane how Blood and Glitter can actually like a Unicorn!!

[@cabemaru1]

Yeah, Eurovision time! jajaja

[@feslerchristian]

This is how you should treat other people, eben If you don't Always Like what they are doing. Nations of the world, look at this...!

[@anlcalskan6350]

Love Germany from Turkey . I believe that Germany is gonna be in top 10 . Love you guys

[@socksbay9436]

Thank you from Estonia i am so glad he liked this ❤🙏🇪🇪

[@B13.B13]

hey Chris! so shame that I discovered you in Eurovision.. I just fall in love with your voice! I will vote for you from Türkiye!

[@TheC0oky]

0:00 Intro 0:14 🇩🇰 Denmark | Reiley - Breaking My Heart 1:10 🇦🇲 Armenia | Brunette - Future Lover 2:05 🇷🇴 Romania | Theodor Andrei - D.G.T. (Off and On) 2:58 🇪🇪 Estonia | Alika - Bridges 3:32 🇧🇪 Belgium | Gustaph - Because Of You 4:14 🇨🇾 Cyprus | Andrew Lambrou - Break A Broken Heart 4:58 🇮🇸 Iceland | Diljá - Power 5:53 🇬🇷 Greece | Victor Vernicos - What They Say 6:49 🇵🇱 Poland | Blanka - Solo 7:35 🇸🇮 Slovenia | Joker Out - Carpe Diem 8:08 🇬🇪 Georgia | Iru - Echo 8:53 🇸🇲 San Marino | Piqued Jacks - Like An Animal 9:26 🇦🇹 Austria | Teya & Salena - Who The Hell Is Edgar? 9:59 🇦🇱 Albania | Albina & Familja Kelmendi - Duje 10:41 🇱🇹 Lithuania | Monika Linkytė - Stay 11:14 🇦🇺 Australia | Voyager - Promise 12:30 🇪🇸 Spain | Blanca Paloma - Eaea 13:20 🇺🇦 Ukraine | Tvorchi - Heart of Steel 13:50 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Mae Muller - I Wrote A Song

[@ab_ichhabnichtsbessereszutun]

Deutschland hat dieses Jahr echt einen Mega Act. Super Sympathisch und liebe euren Song. Viel Glück für heute liebe Nachbarn🇦🇹❤️🇩🇪

[@olgapar9153]

Dear Chris, please consider making same reaction video each year😊 sooo interesting to watch and listen to your comments 😍

[@olhahorobets4914]

Thank you Chris!❤ You can immediately see a professional musician

[@lelie6830]

I'm loving you for loving Estonia, Chris! This song is so beautiful. ❤

[@socksbay9436]

Love from Estonia ❤🇪🇪🙏

[@myradutkiewicz9739]

Agreed!

[@Jjspe24]

Agree

[@andrineslife]

This was such a fun but nice reaction video. Can't stop laughing at getting distracted by Blanka's butt 😂

[@despinaterzi3661]

Thank you Chris for the reactions you give to all participants.Thank you for your good comments to my country Greece!

[@tasvapontaranne6373]

Love the reaction. Chris is such a sweet person, yet one can sense his strong professionalism. A very decent participant, gl Germany 💪💪💪

[@PandAlex]

This man deserved better in the final

[@zekmorz]

Mr. congeniality for sure if there was such an award on ESC 😊. Such a nice human.

[@CoxaBranca]

Excellent feedback. I totally agree about the goosebumps with Estonia, loved seeing that he also likes the bells clashing part of the Armenia song (unlike most reactors), and it cracked me up when he noted the electric guitar in the Cyprus video.

[@1963Victory]

Very nice and positive commentary thank you very much we love you

[@forgiveninasong]

Would LOVE to have Chris on the Songchecks next year!!

[@jooseemii]

Taste with Estonia, I think she has the best ballad this year and I really hope she'll be in Top 10! 🫶🏻

[@colinafobe2152]

love his comment for Albanian song. I can relate kind of with Chris on that. living in Serbia but that song makes me feel home. happy times (of course we have similar music here :)

[@qwerts007]

chris voice is a delight to the ears

[@Ravensoul93]

Falls Chris das liest: Danny von Voyager ist in Deutschland geboren und aufgewachsen ;) Und ich bin nicht alleine! Ich musste bei Island auch direkt an diesen blöden Film denken 😂😅❤

[@mariana400]

Aaa, das wuste ich nicht.

[@Ravensoul93]

@@mariana400 vor ein paar Jahren hatte er das mal irgendwo erzählt. Wusste das vorher auch nicht. Und auf FB hatte er auf deutsch einen Gruß rausgeschickt als dir Jungs den Vorentscheid gewonnen hatten

[@1963Victory]

Lord Of The Lost, winner of Eurovision 2023🇩🇪♥️

[@angelaburrow8114]

I really hope so. Personally I feel I've won Eurovision this year because I've discovered Lord of the Lost. Since the announcement of the artists who were going to participate in the German national final, I've bought all 8 of the group's studio albums. Finding a talented group whose music really speaks to me & brings me such pleasure is better than winning any competition, even Eurovision.🥰

[@driftm0nkey241]

Sadly most people will vote for pop songs

[@sasat6669]

They are definitely winners, you don't have to win the ESC to be that.

[@EsterHassgardAxelsson-gw4wi]

Sorry, Loreen are going to win this year

[@allagorshkova5123]

Very nice reaction, honest yet kind. Thank you!

[@mariaup537]

A GENTLEMAN!!!!

[@sesesan]

As a Turkish myself Albania's song also feels like home, he's completely right. Before the eurovision i was listening to "Loreley" and i was in love with this song and then i found out about blood&glitter all i can say is that I'M OBSESSED! I love rock and metal, Lord of The Lost know what they are doing fr and he's really cute and polite. I'll definitely check their other tracks. I was really happy to see them on eurovision.

[@rikza_soul]

I didn't even dare to dream that my favourite band LOTL would participate in Eurovision. There are not even words to describe this joy 😃 Chris, You are awesome as always! Thank you for these videos - they are so interesting and uplifting 😊

[@rikza_soul]

@@koeniginvonsaba1 Yes, that's right. This year Germany should take a high position! 😉

[@guckstift1081]

Absolutely looking forward to this years ESC. A prog metal band and a German Dark Rock Band... seems it is gonna be alright!

[@andalycia1316]

Thank you for your view on the contribution snippets, Chris.

[@paulaaalders9017]

Thank you Chris for the reactions you give to all the countries. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@myradutkiewicz9739]

Thrilled you liked Estonia. Her voice wowed me straightaway. My fave, after you, of course 😊

[@iirishele5787]

😮thank you for supporting the Estonian song🎉

[@barawen_who]

I would follow him if he made a reaction channel, he is smart and kind Love from Spain! You will do well this year! ❤

[@akanichts267]

Sehr schön reagiert: Ehrlich und dennoch freundlich und es ist ganz klar, wann es rein subjektiv wird. Wirklich angenehm anzusehen/-hören. ❤ Und liebes Eurovision DE Team. Ich finde es grundsätzlich gut, dass ihr die reactions auf englisch macht, um dem Video auch mehr internationale Aufmerksamkeit zu geben. 👍 Denke aber, dass man deutsche Untertitel dazu machen sollte für diejenigen, deren englisch nicht so gut ist.

[@angelika1g6a]

I'm discovering his songs and now I hope for a concert in Poland

[@philip431]

7:27 EhrenChris

[@Garfieldfreakje]

Didn't expected him to have such a (general) great taste i thought he was gonna go with bands but picking israel one of my favs you go chris 💪

[@orbweaver9750]

Chris, I think we were all distracted by Poland's butt for a few seconds. I love how positive and sweet Chris is regarding the other acts! He really seems very knowledgeable about music and voice.

[@Eiswaffel]

Was Sympathie angeht schon gewonnen, alles gute für Liverpool!

[@saiq4440]

he is so kind and cute person OMG

[@raquelh7682]

For anyone interested "eaea" is not really a word but it's used to sooth babies into sleeping, very feeting as the song itself is a lullaby

[@anzuanias]

Man knows his music, nice reactions!

[@sofydebehault4345]

Ha ha I love that you laughed thinking about the HILARIOUS movie "Eurovision song constes: the story of Fire Saga" (Ja ja, ding dong!) that I totally enjoy and watch now everyyear the day before the first semi final. :P Honnestly, the singer of San Marino gives me this vive like his trying to channed his Alexei singing "the Lion of love" with his title "like an animal" XD Though I'll remain stuck with your entry and Norway, it was great to see how fair play you were throughout the 2 videos. And best luck!

[@influencerzwerg]

I need a reaction to every song as a whole, not just a few seconds, idk I feel like that would be super interesting and fun to watch because Chris is just so wholesome and respectful by still being super honest, I love that

[@nanocrite1]

Thank you for these so genuine reaction videos and for being so kind and respectful to the other artists. And you have favourites, this may be a first.

[@purplesilkcut1234]

Chris, you're simply an amazing human being! Best of luck to you and Lord of Lost with your fantastic song and performance.

[@LucaGarzeli]

Chris on "polish" song: I was distracted by her butt. That was the objective, mate. He has been absolutely respectful the whole 30 minutes of the reactions. I couldn't have done it in Semi2, for sure.

[@likewhitesmoke3029]

What a cool guy

[@toallin5146]

I would watch you react to every complete song this year and every future year lol love your commentary

[@Werderina]

Again, this was so enjoyable to watch 🥰 Best of luck for all contestants and much fun for everybody! ❤️ for Chris ✨ LOTL✨

[@pscl534]

Mag den Song nicht (mag aber auch keinen Metal), aber Lord of the Lost sind mega sympathisch und professionell

[@quirkyredpanda7201]

I desperately want Voyager and Lords of the lost to team up ugh ***chef kiss*** it would be magic!

[@spelaslemensek6302]

Letos glasujem za nemčijo! Zelo pošteno mnenje na vse pesmi!❤

[@matthewkenny8518]

This is a very smart strategy before the live shows!

[@Nickycan]

Excellent his point of view for all contestant , I really appreciate his reaction . I hope some collaboration with Australia ♥

[@mem9071]

Chris Harms no one. You're the best!😂❤

[@KevinTheStranger]

What a Gentleman

[@thorula6010]

"How do you say ? Eaea ? EiaEia? Jaja?" JA JA DING DONG

[@alexandrastriebe5417]

Grossartig!!! So respektvoll und sympathisch ich drücke alle Daumen für Euren grossartigen Song 😍

[@KiraLyricalMuse]

This is the commentary we need ❤

[@owenfitzgerald5928]

Lord of Lost is no where near my type of music but i can still respect the talent and artistry and love these videos wish all contestants could do it and he seems like a nice cool dude

[@logi-a]

Ok this guy is so chill which I would not have expected from an metal guy but I really like him

[@TheWurzelx3]

Metal guys are usually chill

[@oekmama]

Impressed by Chris‘ music history knowledge.

[@sigma.mi.]

I totally, Knew he would say about Blanka's butt!!!!🤪🤪 I was happy about his comments about Greece,also!🙂

[@JaniceHope]

Totally get the Albanian comment... though my association is food. It's the type of music that's played in my favorite restaurants.

[@cabemaru1]

This is gem. Thank you Chris for taking your time and share your opinion about all the ESC song this year :3

[@t.bryan9384]

Wow then I’m not the only one who also loves Israel 🇮🇱 and Estonia 🇪🇪 ^^!! My other favorites are Finland 🇫🇮, France 🇫🇷 and Sweden 🇸🇪

[@zangangi]

Here for Chris and others líric of Spanish entry 🇪🇦 this year. Viel Erfolg Chris, ❤ ein tolles Lied, voller Power. Oh my sweet child, come to me, come to me, to sleep by my side. In my chest you will find shelter. Shelter and relieve to all your griefs. Ya Ea Ea Ya Ea Ea. ( Spanish Expression sweet when mothers embrace their childrens to make them sleep peacefully and calm them down of fears and tears) Nile River tears and sleepless nights ( that reminds Lorca Poem) My child when I die , bury me in the Moon ( circle White of the performance) and all nights I see you, all nights I see you, all nights I can see you, but one night ( here refers although only just one night because she knows and accept there will be one night, she can see him when the Moon is dark, with the new Moon) Oh come to me, my little son, my little one, my lovely son. That in the night your eyes bright my way like two Suns ( Stars, his clear eyes light her way like not only but two Suns, she exagerate the idea, that just watching her son eyes can remove all her pain bringing true meaning for her like mother) Ya Ea Ea Ya Ea Ea. ( Words of confortation and mothers love to feel safe and sound before going sleep meanwhile they carrying in their arms) thats It, and so she repeat same again. In the performance theres a lot reference to Flamenco like that red curtain circle symbol of the fridge shawl dancers. The Arrow when light on that red colour symbolism of life and Blood, dancers or priestesess rythm is like they were in trance or ecstasy invoking their ancestors . Actually Blanca dedicate this song to her passaway grandmother Who taught her to sing Flamenco, only Blood connection that since she just been a child felt so close. Her grandmother sung her these similars Flamenco lullaby when she was just a little girl. And now she wrote this one back to her memory. The most special one according to her, which saw in her the perfect inheritor to give away that passion and continue that privilege and extraordinary legacy.