Classical Composer Reacts to Holy Land (Angra) | The Daily Doug (Episode 203)

[@eduardoferreira1963]

This rithm is a traditional BAIÃO , A NORTHEAST Brazilian traditional music

[@EndofFile79]

First time I listened to that in Brazil, being an AngrA fan already, I was amazed. "Hey, I know that melody and rythm!". It was this song in the first place, but other songs as well

[@igormuniz4399]

Maracatu also

[@cicerotavaresjunior4853]

Baião and Maracatu... Both tradicional rythms from Pernambuco - Brazil...

[@mattsumusic9679]

E aquele riff tradicional da capoeira com berimbau e tudo

[@NunesPensador]

@@mattsumusic9679 ritmo africano chamado ijexá esse do berimbau, Kiko usou ele de novo na carreira solo numa música chamada "Mãe d'água" em homenagem à Iemanjá

[@papnpdprpep]

This album is a masterpiece.

[@alexandre_am]

Indeed. Doug, once you've listened to Angra further enough and ever feel to make a whole album video about them, Holy Land is the one!

[@Utubesuxmycock]

Make believe and this song are immortal. I get people into angra who dont even like metal. My gf of 10 years now.. knows this song by heart lol and she doesn't like metal

[@gustavomartins9595]

This álbum is EPIC, but you have to listen Temple of Shadows álbum from them, is a true genuine master piece metal álbum

[@Rades99]

@@gustavomartins9595 +1, Temple of Shadows is straight up the best album I've ever listened to.

[@itsalolmor]

One of the best to ever be composed in Brazil

[@hvietro]

This syncopated pattern (Bb to C) is a reference to the sound of "berimbau", a instrument used by ancient slaves to dance to the "capoeira", a unique dance / fighting style that was forbidden by the portuguese. This instrument is still used in the "rodas de capoeira" or capoeira dancing gatherings - wich was a outsider dance / fighting style until de 1900's. There is a fine composition by Baden Powell and Vinícius de Moraes called "Berimbau": kzbin.info/www/bejne/p17GeYeOp7xmgJo

[@rudolfofossa262]

Yes, exactly! Wish Doug new about this before or after listening to it.

[@sittaman]

excellent and precise explanation, let's pump this comment so Doug get to know about this background, he will certainly enjoy the Angra sound even more after that.

[@betobsbf]

Precisely! kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooDGXqp4rJl7eas

[@Dr.limoeiro]

Exatamente, é uma clara referência a Baden Powell

[@Dudouh]

Angra - Carolina IV!!!!

[@kalil207]

Up

[@EndofFile79]

Amazing piece

[@Badosureinhardt]

Underrated GEM!

[@micaelmelomachado]

Up!

[@marcelosena8955]

UP!!!!

[@felixbender1287]

It's so incredibly sad that Andre isn't with us anymore, may he rest in peace 😔

[@benallen7403]

Ah, man! I hadn't heard that he had passed. I hadn't really followed their careers in a while, but really loved this era of the band.

[@malawigw]

@@benallen7403 heart attack :(

[@benallen7403]

@@malawigw Ah, man. Not sure if you're familiar with Shadow Gallery, but they lost their singer many years ago to a heart attack as well.

[@igoralencar2494]

@@benallen7403 shadow gallery is such an amazing band and totally underrated. Andre´s last show was in Brazil opening for Avantasia. Had the luck to see him. He died one week later.

[@benallen7403]

@@igoralencar2494 I was always the only one that I knew that was into these bands, so the only chance to talk about them was on email groups and such. So I never had people to go to shows with, and I was never the type of person to go to a show alone. It's one of my regrets that I never got to see some of these bands in their prime when they were touring (though fortunately I've been able to see Dream Theater several times now). And yeah, that late 90s Shadow Gallery really was a talented group. It's a shame that they never got label support to tour, as they probably could have built a nice following. But then with Mike dying, it just was never meant to be. And I'm super jealous that you got to see Andre, though the circumstances are too bad.

Curious fact, Andre Matos rearranged a song by a great Brazilian violinist, called Baden Powell, in this piano intro. The song is called berimbau

[@MrGarccia]

Andre matos is such a loss, a Genius, a gentleman, and a inspirantion for every musician who tryed to play metal in Brasil!

[@EndofFile79]

And Argentina

[@MrGarccia]

@@EndofFile79 hermano, Elle eras un cantante buenissimo, extremamente carismático (perdon por my Castellano)

[@EndofFile79]

@@MrGarccia escrevé-lo en portugues!

[@MrGarccia]

@@EndofFile79 ele era um grande cantor, extremamente carismático, kkkk

[@EndofFile79]

@@MrGarccia Enorme cantor, carismático y muy buen compositor también (español o portugués? No es taaan diferente... Jajaja)

[@blackhein]

I am very happy as a Brazilian to hear your opinion about Angra, Doug. This particular song incorporates so many elements of Brazilian music, which the band members have always made a point of showing that to the world.

[@williambejar5874]

I had the same feeling! Tks, Doug

[@Zubao]

Me too, Marcelo!

[@millthor]

Same here too. I’d love to see a reaction to my favorite song from that album, Carolina IV, it has an intermission with a part of a song by Hermeto Pascoal called bebê (baby), I find it really beautiful!

[@LIVS10]

The instrument in the beginning is berimbau! Andre Matos was a maestro and a great composer!

[@biraoliverio]

And the piano theme in C is a transcription of a Berimbau rhythm used in capoeira.

[@philmuller-geib3361]

Both André and Rafael have got a strong classical background. They studied music together at the university, if I'm not mistaken :-)

[@alaorsilva1398]

Rafael and Andre had classical training, both graduates on regency and composition. If I'm not mistaken, they met at the university.

[@contaaleatoria3848]

@@alaorsilva1398 Yeah, that's right. Andre was graduated on regency and composition, classical piano and learned singing

[@aaronaustin7760]

I haven't heard Angra in at least 15 years. What a trip down memory lane.

[@Utubesuxmycock]

I have this album Japanese sealed on my coffee table so i never forget being a kid and loving this album. And im American!

[@emm1855-q6n]

Kiko Loureiro is actualy the lead guitar in Megadeth. But he also produce his own music. His last record won the grammy as Best instrumental release. He also pays keybords.

[@EndofFile79]

AngrA is another "rabbit hole", like Nightwish. AngrA, Nightwish, Opeth, After Forever and Blind Guardian. My favorite bands, worth a check.

[@marcelopenaonfray5827]

Not, thats music for teens

[@Zuracooking]

@@marcelopenaonfray5827 yeah sure...

[@LIVS10]

Hey Juan, have you listened to Andre's solo albums? They're masterpieces as well. Time to be free has such epic songs!! Endeavour is one of the most beautiful songs ever written. Turn of the Lights is also a great album, although it has a more depressing atmosphere

[@EndofFile79]

@@LIVS10 I have all of them. Some were edited by a small record label here in Argentina. AngrA is BIG here. Every metal head from the 90s know them. Some of those cds I bought in Rio and Bahía, 2019. I was there for Revellion. The new year's party.!!!

[@EndofFile79]

@@marcelopenaonfray5827 which one of them?

[@fernandobueno6231]

There is a song in the same album that you will love. Its called "Carolina IV". If you got impresed about his voice try "Fairytale" from the band Shaman (Andre was their vocalist after his split out with Angra)

[@cobrasys]

I can't second this enough. As much a masterpiece as Holy Land is, Carolina IV is even more so, at least from a compositional perspective. And another choice to listen to Andre's vocal chops from the same album would be the song "Make Believe".

[@PabloLink74]

I don't think he would like Carolina IV because of the double kick drums, I'm glad he started with Holy Land and really found it interesting

[@fernandobueno6231]

@@PabloLink74 Yeah... the double kick could be a problem. Then he could try Make Believe

[@fernandobueno6231]

Even with the double kick, I believe the song has brazilian rythim percussion, tempo changings, amazin solos, the incledible Andre´s voice, Hermeto Pascoal citations...it means an almost full experience in Angra´s carreer.

[@ricardomello6792]

"Fairytale" all the way!

[@Piluski7]

Unfortanetely, Andre Matos left us two years ago. He was a legend of Brazilian Metal. I was fortunate enough to watch his solo piano show in my hometown just 3 months before his death. May he rest in peace.

[@EndofFile79]

Lucky you..We miss him.

[@malawigw]

Legend of metal worldwide! A vocal god

[@GabrielPHahn]

3 meses antes...teve no CIC em Florianópolis? Não fui por conta de trabalho e confiava que teriam outras oportunidades. 😔

[@EndofFile79]

@@GabrielPHahn saudades do Mestre André... 🥺

[@Piluski7]

@@GabrielPHahn Exatamente, fellow manezinho.

[@Bruno_Borja]

Doug, sorry about my English. Thank you for listening to our music. We have so much pride in Andre Matos. He was a metal hero for us, Brazilians and South Americans, in general.

[@Aiorossagita]

Hey Doug, thanks for mentioning me! Just curiosity, this music was composed basically by singer Andre Matos alone, who was an actual maestro. Unfortunately he passed away really young (47 yo) in 2019, and his death day (June 8) was officially considered the Heavy Metal day in São Paulo. It may even become National Heavy Metal Day... I don't think Doug will like most of his music, because... double bass 😂 But I can still recommend: Silence and Distance - Angra Fairy Tale - Shaman For Tomorrow - Shaman Endeavour - Andre Matos (solo band) Cheers, keep up the good work!

[@sheev4958]

For Tomorrow is great. I would also recommend Lasting Child, such a masterpiece.

[@LIVS10]

Endeavour!!!! Por favor, Doug!!!

[@selmagaldino6316]

Fairy Tale tb

[@sherri2463]

All of those songs listed above are brilliant. You, Doug, should broaden your music to the other bands fronted by Andre. He was brilliant and may he RIP❤

[@nixneato]

I was lucky enough to meet Andre (and Luis and Ricardo) as they were touring as Shaman. His talent was only matched by the sweetness of his soul. I could cry just listening to these songs.

[@viniciusleaoa]

It's AMAZING how Angra mixes classical and Brazilian music into metal, specially in this album. Maybe it's hard for non-Brazilians to identify how filled with our country's traditional rythyms and melodies this song is. In this song, metal is just an additional flavour, being at it's core, brazilian style(s) music. Btw, RIP André Matos 🤘

[@shicolugo]

FINALLY!!! Holy land is one of the greatest metal albums of all time. No filler, only gems

[@-RJ-hw6qq]

They have always mixed brazilian folk music, heavy metal, classical and a little bit of prog. One of the best brazilian bands ever!

[@SergioRTvisual]

I've been a total fan of this band for years now and I'm personally glad that you react to them. I suggest you to listen to Carolina IV from the same album, Angels Cry, No pain for the dead or rebirth from different albums. Love your channel and the rock, metal and progressive music content that you chose to listen 🤟🏻

[@edissonzhunio348]

Carolina IV would be awesome

[@marcosjbs4391]

Carolina IV !

[@tadeoteran1372]

I agree, Carolina IV

[@flaflu82]

Up! Carolina IV

[@orlandomendes3616]

Andre was a genius! RIP MAESTRO!

[@guiashcar]

The last flute theme on the ending is on mixolydian with a 4#... Traditional Brazilian scale from the northeast

[@esegueojogo]

Another great Angra song is Late Redemption with many influences from Brazilian sounds

[@Utubesuxmycock]

The acoustic guitar in that is legendary. And i can attest! I grew up playing villa lobos in college

[@Frednovisk]

essa eu choro kkkkkk

[@MattSamma]

Incredible song of an incredible band. Probably their best album. You totally should do "Carolina IV". Also I sugest "Cry for the moon", from the band Epica. Cheers.

[@EndofFile79]

Favorite band and album EVER! They were pretty successful for a power metal band here in Argentina. The late Andre Matos loved our country and we saw them and the other related bands live so many times. Amazing album and song writing. Progressive in a Brazilian way (from classical music to samba and bossa Nova) Hell of musicianship, all of them are (and were) virtuosos. Kiko is lead guitar for Megadeth nowadays. AngrA is still active as Rafael carried on with the band. Still amazing! So unique band in the world!

[@trfp]

This harmony is called baião and is known as brazilian blues cause it's based on the dominant minor 7th. For more of that you can try "Never Understand", also by Angra

[@alexandre_am]

Great choice for a future reaction, also Carolina IV, Make Believe or any other from 'Holy Land'

[@renanfreitas3063]

🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷 aee caraai, I've been waiting for this moment for so long 😂😂

[@benallen7403]

Holy Land is easily Angra's best album, though I do enjoy the albums before and after. But everything comes together perfectly on Holy Land. It rocks, it's pretty, and the sound just builds layers on layers. Wonderful start to finish.

[@taddei3912]

Unbelievably talented band. They use a lot of Brazilian instruments mixed with their metal style. Holy land is one of my favourite albums of all time. Absolute masterpiece!! You would love fairytale (live) by shaman, one of Andre Matos' other projects

[@timfrancis2130]

This band is AMAZING! Top 5 band for me. I love all of their albums and lineups.

[@musiciohann]

Angra!!!!!!!! Finally!!!! Hope to see more of Angra in the future!!

[@epifanioanunes21]

In this song, the sound of the piano emulates the rhythm of an instrument from capoeira (Brazilian martial art) called berimbau. From Angra, I suggest Carolina IV.

[@williambejar5874]

Important to say that this is the instrument used when the track starts. Coisa linda esse disco todo!

[@LIVS10]

@@williambejar5874 obra prima do heavy metal

[@alexandre_am]

@@williambejar5874 true, worth an 'entire album' video reaction

[@MarcBR1]

@@LIVS10 Lol

[@wizardlevy]

"Fireworks" is a great song of this with a beautiful solo, but this album as a whole is just unbelievable. I'd really advise you to listen to the whole thing

[@florzinhapellizzer]

It was such a pleasant and exciting surprise to find your reaction to two Angra songs, found on Holy Land album. It means a lot to us Brazilians, especially those who lived at that time, who got excited about those young guys simply using their talent and culture to make music different from the standards. Sadly, but somewhat comforting, there has been a late recognition and dissemination of these works, triggered by the early death of vocalist Andre Matos in 2019. Owner of immense musical knowledge, classical formation, differentiated and unique voice, stage performing compared to the best front leaders, Matos was and will always be very important for Brazilian Heavy Metal. The track Nothing to Say (also on Holy Land) is something that might interest you, as are other compositions and performances found on Shaman's albums (Ritual, Reason) and Andre's solo career (Virgo, Time to Be Free , Mentalize, The Turn of the Lights). We feel very proud and miss him, for his dedication, talent, humility and, of course, amazing songs. Matos would be completing 50 years of life on 09/14/21 when the documentary "Andre Matos o Maestro do Rock" will be released, telling and eternalizing his entire trajectory.

[@joaopedrobastos6754]

as a brazilian, it is very cool to see doug reacting to a brazilian metal band!

[@Joao-py6rj]

kkkkk e essa foto com o vampiro ae

[@adrianmedeiros8431]

The entire piece is packed to the brim with traditional Brasilian music. Specially stuff from the northeast

[@jeromedigiovanni4384]

This whole album is fantastic, love the quote from Palestrina in the intro. Carolina IV would be even more interesting (despite the double bass on the drums).

[@DrMaquisapa]

Agreed

[@nicolaswyplosz7443]

Next time for Angra: "The Shadow Hunter".

[@ebg342]

check this version about Edu Falsachi live kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIGalaqQbpqEnLc is amazing!!

[@nesguillen]

Doug doesnt like double bass drums

[@ebg342]

@@nesguillen he sometimes reacts to some songs with double kick as DT or Opeth

[@Utubesuxmycock]

Its too amazing. Temple of shadows in my top ten albums of all time

[@Utubesuxmycock]

@@nesguillen lol hes not a true metal lover

[@leomilani_gtr]

This is a rock version of a rythm from northeastern Brazil called "baião".

[@aziel9141]

First time I see someone react to this masterpiece of Brazillian music! Thanks!

[@dispositionandreflection2292]

Sprouts Of Time by Angra is a MUST, different formation from this one, a different sound, but equally magnificent

[@davyfonseca7406]

Hey Doug, i'm from Brasil, and i'm really happy that you reacted to Angra. Thank you!

[@andrewilde4609]

Carolina IV is an amazing song.This whole album is so good !!

[@paoloenricoleone]

The bass work in this song is masterful. It adds so many intricate nuances to it, it's incredible.

[@Aquila81]

Next one about Angra, absolutely: "Angels Cry", with that central neoclassical section, it would be perfect for a Doug's reaction. 👌

[@pabloalarcon6003]

up!

[@TheRubeoHagrid]

Imagine Doug reacting to Temple Of Hate by Angra... The double kick will pierce his skull lol

[@TorIverWilhelmsen]

He will wonder who that other vocalist is, though - even though he has reacted to Helloween before :)

[@Sorc47]

I love that song. The ending where everything slows down except for the kick drum is so good.

[@FarhanAnNahar]

or Nova Era for that matter

[@LIVS10]

It's tlue

[@FabianKinder]

I think Morning Star for that same album is a better introduction to TOS.

[@AntonioTeoli]

This is so cool. As a Brazilian composer and a huge fan of Angra, I am happy to see their music in your channel. Nice review Doug!

[@jaquelinerocha2586]

Holy Land, the album, is a real gem. The combination of power metal, with beautiful and decisive touches of classical music and Brazilian music, make this album a masterful work.I recommend, the excellent Nothing to say and the magnificent Carolina IV, my favorite always.

[@alexandre_am]

Holy Land deserves a full album video reaction!

[@jaquelinerocha2586]

@@alexandre_am Yes ❣️

[@fasgamboa]

Obrigado! Angra 'e uma banda incrivel e Andre Mattos is a legend!

[@ofermentadordeideias8277]

Angra is my favorite band!!!! liking it, before even watching the video!

[@StratoSph3re]

Hey Doug! As DT and Haken , Angra is one of my top 10 best bands ever ! I'm so happy that in a span of only 5 days or so, i've watched videos of you (maybe my favorite youtube reactor ) reacting to them ! You should really react to Shadow Hunter or Late Redemption from them - both songs are excellent.

[@inkubuzz]

Oh yes, this album is so good. This one is one of my favorite songs from the 90s along with Carolina IV

[@danigar]

Well at first I thought this wasn't a good choice for a first Angra song but after seeing the video now I think it was. Their more traditional prog/power songs might've been more generic to his ears but this piece showcase their compositional skills and the great way they use folky Brazilian elements.

[@caiocespe9898]

I was expecting for this! Fantastic! Keep going man! You're fantastic!

[@amazonside]

Thank you so much Doug, greetings from Brazil

[@Vita-a-stelle-e-strisce]

Prog metal friends, this album brings so many memories and made me think about another album that I used to listen to when I listened to Angra. Probably none knows it, it is from an Italian band called Time Machine and the album is Act 2 Galileo. It’s a concept album on the story of Galileo and how the church mistreated him and his ideas and imprisoned him. Recommended.

[@gica028]

Greetings from Brazil! It's great to se an Angra reaction. Thanks.

[@WarriorStatue]

What a surprise to discover a song from one of my favorite bands featured in your channel! Thanks for the analysis, really enjoyed the video

[@davisvandyke1738]

Now that you've done Angra, you HAVE to do Rhapsody of Fire!

[@deciccohernan]

Symphony of enchanted lands please!

[@zerofoxarmy]

The double pedal would kill Doug

[@deciccohernan]

He doesn’t like it that much :D but this song in particular has no more than 45 seconds of double kick drum and the song is a masterpiece. Fabio Lione’s vocals, the choir, the piano, the orchestration. I suggested already this song in several comments, I hope Doug gives it a chance, I am sure he will enjoy it

[@dvillano4202]

Angra, for me, is in another level. Please review Carolina IV next time!

[@davidphillips1874]

So happy you decided to check out Angra! Glad you enjoyed it! I really would suggest checking out their album Temple of Shadows, it's one of my favourite albums of all time. Yes, there is some double bass, but the virtuosity of the musicians is incredible and something that wasn't really touched upon in this song. Every member of the band playing on Temple of Shadows is an absolute virtuoso and it remains a joy to listen to even 17 years after it was released. I think it'd make for a good long play review, there's a lot of variety through the album and a good mix of pace. The Brazilian influences are all there and some fun guest musicians which add a nice touch. As a prog album the overarching story is also very cool :) Looking forward to you hearing more from this band!

[@lucasriveli1105]

I was waiting for this, angra is one of my favorite bands

[@mrtyreus0]

I don't always watch reactions of music I don't already know, but when I do; it's with Doug. Keep it up.

[@joao_oak]

Ele ousou invocar brasileiros? Come to Brazil👀 As always, it's great stuff man, thank you for this reaction.

[@tobykok8788]

Nice reaction, as always! Indeed the mix of Brazilian rythms and instruments with 'Western metal/rock' is very cool. My favorite is The Shadow Hunter from the album Temple of Shadows, I really dig the acoustic guitar mixed with electric guitars.

[@RazLightbringer]

You have to listen to their "Temple of shadows" album on a long run, it's a masterpiece!!!!

[@MystHard]

Sure... but he'll probably complain about the double kick all the time. 😂🤷🏻‍♀️

[@RazLightbringer]

Oh man, I forgot about that... 😂😅

[@Utubesuxmycock]

One of the best albums of all time. I made my gf a temple of shadows t shirt 10 years ago. Still wears it lol

[@jeffersonsiqueiraalves7518]

The Holy Land album is their best mix of Brazilian influences (both melodically and rhythmically speaking) with heavy/melodic metal. Would suggest other tunes like Nothing to Say and Silence & Distance and going into heavier stuff like the Temple of Shadows concept album.

[@antoniojuniorgoncalves3347]

Greetings from Brasil Doug! Thanks for reacts this amazing band!!!

[@TheLastofSurn]

Shaman - Fairy Tale! Andre Matos was the singer too, amazing song.

[@memelordmark7532]

My first time listening to Angra. Nice stuff. Thanks for the introduction! 👍

[@DeckardRJ]

Orguuuuullho!!!!! Thank you Doug for doing this react on Angra, a very talented band from my country!!! I'm proud that you liked them!

[@BorbaFerreira]

Doug: "We now live a fair distance away" Angra: "Silence and distance"

[@messerwill]

React to the temple of shadows álbum by angra

[@Eseferna]

i-

[@diosanoli9035]

Deep blue

[@renatoghirelli3864]

Hey Doug you MUST to hear Carolina IV from the same album Holy Land, it's a masterpiece!

[@eternalblue13]

Doug, latin america have great progressive rock/metal bands and artists. I recomended you Luis Alberto Spinetta from Argentina, in my opinion, one of the best latin musicians.

[@marcelobussadori1668]

Glad to see you like ANGRA music. The First 2 albums with ANDRE MATOS (vocals - RIP) and 2 First albums with EDU FALASCHI are the VERY BEST of the Band.

[@alexandre_am]

Agreed. Holy Land is undoubtely their best album, although not my personal favourite (I liked Rebirth more)

[@xavierrodestami40]

Very nice choice, Doug!! A short song but a very brilliant one just from one of the best album from Angra. I was blown away when I heard it some years ago.

[@smoothawee]

I just want to say I was here when you only had a mere 100k subs. I don't think people will believe me by the time you reach a few millions. you go son

[@gabrielbatistadesousa4328]

Try reacting to "Late Redemption - Angra", from an album called Temple of Shadows.

[@Utubesuxmycock]

The album is a concept. Reaction to the entire album please!

[@altosnad]

for so long ive awaited to see my Brazil in your videos. Thank you, Doug!

[@rafaelalves9864]

You should try the song "Late redemption" next. It's part of yet another conceptual album, Temple of Sahdows. The song features the MPB icon Milton Nascimento singing in portuguese! It's one of my favorites.

[@luanirani]

Abraço do Brasil, Doug! I've been watching your videos for some time and it's so nice to finaly see a brazilian band featuring here!

[@TebitanAnt]

I've been waiting for this 😁

[@paulooliveira3453]

Viva o Angra. Patrimônio do Brasil!

[@Cecelbalboa]

Amazing song + Angra!! Tks

[@cinthia_mvm]

Andre Matos was an insanely talented Brazilian singer. RIP. This Angra era was amazing. I really miss this time

[@diegopeart]

Angra has 3 major phases. Power metal with the first formation, symphonic/power with Edu Falaschi/Aquiles Priester/Felipe Andreoli years (Rebirth to Aurora Consurgens), progressive metal (with Fabio lione/Bruno Valverde, Marcelo Barbosa). All albums are good and bring something to the table. In the beginning, just like sepultura, they brought a lot of brazilian music and rhythmic patterns to the arrangements, which gave the band an unique feel. ANGELS CRY, TEMPLE OF SHADOW, OMNI are good albums for all periods. also, ANDRÉ MATOS, R.I.P..

[@BittencourtRideTheSk]

Happy to see my contry here, been following your videos for a while now :) André Mattos was often called "the maestro", he is a legend and I was very hearthbroken when we lost him a couple of years ago. You should definetly check other works by him, both in Angra and in Shaman, and also further works by Angra (the Albuns Rebirth and Temple of Shadows are my favorites). Comments are full of nice suggestions :)

[@pmarcio87]

I've waited so long for a reaction to Angra! Thank you, Doug! Would love to see you react to Fairy Tale, by Shaman - Andre's band after he left Angra

[@osuditodarainha1180]

Amazing ! I Love your vídeo ! I love Angra ! From Brazil Here !!!!!

[@Jackwilshere18]

Doug really enjoyed it ! 😃

[@lucasguimaraes4595]

oh, I can't belive! Finally Angra! Luv from Brazil, bro! Best kind of music 🤘🏻😬

[@felpom]

that was such a nice episode, i loved it, Doug! hope to see more from Angra here!

[@neilslater1182]

Angra have always been a bit of a blind spot for me. I remember my guitar teacher in high school showing me a Kiko Loureiro instructional video, and me being really impressed and going downloading a load of their albums. I think the problem was it really wasn't what I was expecting it to be, like much less shreddy. When I later got into power metal they were a name that cropped up a lot so I tried again, but again because they aren't typical of that style it just wasn't what I was looking for. Listening again now for what is probably the be first time in 15 years I can definitely appreciate it more than I did (or at least this song), but I'm still not entirely sure they're a band I'll go out of my way to listen to on the regular.

[@elvissilveira1394]

Hey Doug, Welcome to Angraverse (universe of Angra)! A place were we have a lot of bands and projects from Angra's members and ex members. The next react should be the song For Tomorrow or Over Your Head from Shaman.

[@AFx3144]

I am proud and glad for have had the chance to live that period of releasing this album and also going to the gigs during the tour twice. How I miss those days during the 90's. Man, Thanks for making this react video. Greetings from Brazil.

[@brownstonelevi]

Hey Doug!! Just want to say that i really liked to see this video, and that i feel really happy to see you enjoying this kind of music and this band. This band means a lot to me and it was really fun to see your reactions hauiahauah

[@felicius]

My favorite band of all time! They definitely put a lot of care in their compositions, even for simpler tracks, which makes sense with the musical background of the composers that contributed the most (bittencourt, matos and loureiro) and each album proposes something different. The whole holy land album is absolutely fantastic and I think is the most unique regarding their approach to composition. Overall their style shifted over the decades and three main lineup changes, and their more recent two albums while enjoyable lack a bit of personality and consistency, but I am always excited to see what they'll do next!

[@TheOriginalBagelstein]

Also, I'd say Temple of Shadows by them is probably one of the best concept albums I have ever heard, beaten maybe only by Metropolis pt2. If you decide to do another long listening session, this should absolutely be at the top of your list (although you may have to ready your ear for some double bass drumming).