Classical & Jazz Musicians React: Block B 'Jackpot'

[@ReacttotheK]

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[@mymasmith7848]

Have you heard Forestella yet? More kpopera than kpop, but awesome still. "Champions" is here 'watch?v=6mPz30ZKg7Q = lots of parallel octaves and five key changes, and one hell of full out performance. "Hijo de la luna" is my personal favorite 'watch?v=LJc7wXa9JG8

[@janiceguo9331]

Would you mind reacting to "s n o w" by sokodomo (kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYGxdImqiLaFmZI&ab_channel=WHOISsokodomo)? I just find the background instrumentals really interesting, wanted to see someone else's take on it.

[@Leslisaloveschu]

If you guys are able to, I would love to see a reaction to Jay Park’s “The Promise” and “The truth is.” 😊

[@rixanoz]

Jackpot really is so under appreciated. It takes a massive swing at the entire k-pop industry with not just the lyrics but also the MV. They openly criticize how it's an extremely predatory industry and aspiring idols will be pulled in to stuff they weren't even remotely prepared for at a very vulnerable age, and it's also reflective of what they themselves when through with their first company. The actress being so young and vulnerable, approaching something she both wants and fears with more courage than what's good for her, going through a dub con transformation, ending up strong and confident enough to say her piece and then getting attacked for it is no coincidence.

[@nifelicio7752]

Can I transcribe what you said in the MV section, please? Or you can do it yourself; because I didn't noticed the actual meaning of the video and now feel a shame, since it's my favorite Block B song! This way more people can discover the actual meaning!

[@rixanoz]

@@nifelicio7752 Yeah, sure, go ahead. I’m happy it helped you see it in a new light.

[@micah459]

I didn't realize this about the mv until now.

[@yokonamigaara]

"i think clowns kind of soothe me" is NOT the take i expected to hear today lmaoo Aside from that, I'm always very glad to have Stephen here to break down the cool rhythmic things that happen!

[@skiesandthesea7927]

2014 was when 3rd gen groups really started to bring new sounds into kpop. Block B was always doing their own thing and that's always made them stand out. Nothing is off limits because they can pull it all off.

[@rixanoz]

Yeah I think them showing off their super wide range all in three minutes was sort of their way saying screw conformity, we're more than that. I love them for it.

[@breakforthechorus6230]

Agreed, though I would more likely categorize Block B as gen 2.5 since they debuted in 2011, which was on the edge of the end of gen 2. 2013 being the last year of gen 2.5. Same with groups like B.A.P, Nuest, EXO, E.X.I.D, and AOA, who debuted in 2012. Though it's really a blurry line when it comes to defining the generations. I'd say that 2014 was the start of Gen 3 since it had such notable debuts like Red Velvet, Got7, Mamamoo, Lovelyz, and AKMU.

[@CD-gb5he]

@@breakforthechorus6230 2012 was the start of gen 3. Although technically a generation is every 10 years. So it can be more easily categorized as the following: Gen 1 is the 90s, gen 2 2000s, Gen 3 2010s, and now gen 4.

[@rixanoz]

Another thing worth mentioning is that the ferry tragedy hit them really hard. Not only did they cancel their promotions of the song that was supposed to have lifted their career onto another level, but they lost a fan and genuinely grieved them. Zico has the yellow ribbon for the support organization for the survivors and families tattooed on his arm and printed on all his solo merch, donating regularly to the foundation.

[@__Kimes]

Ferry tragedy hit really HARD. I remember we were all depressed for few weeks. And that atmosphere back in 2014 was worse than current covid 19. I still get traumatized for that.

[@__Kimes]

@F.B.I - Federal Bureau of Investigation Actually come to think of it we or maybe I was sorta into the accident just too much. And using such word is just unappropriate. But somehow watching 300ish people stucked in that damn ship and dying slowly got me into panic for several weeks. I dont have any words to explain how I felt but the closest one was trauma. Still cant figure out why I was so relating to those kids died in that accident.

[@rixanoz]

@F.B.I - Federal Bureau of Investigation spoken like a true psychopath

[@rixanoz]

@F.B.I - Federal Bureau of Investigation Go take your over traumatised, desensitised, needy for attention, wounded by toxic masculinity soul out of my comment and go have a nap. PR and communication advisor who worked at a national tv station during multiple nationally and internationally traumatic events’ orders. It’s not up to you to police or judge other people’s trauma.

[@rixanoz]

@F.B.I - Federal Bureau of Investigation just the fact that you even talk about hysteria.. wow. You need to re-evaluate your choices.

[@fanbynature]

I am dissapointed Block B wasn't appreciated enough and couldn't stay on their high. They had real good music and concepts.

[@adisaster8734]

Maybe internationally cuz domestically they were popular

[@PanDesu30]

They're very popular in korea tho

[@broidk8910]

whr are u talking like they disbanded-

[@fanbynature]

@@broidk8910 they aren't exactly active as a group right now and it's unknown if/when they'll do it again. And kpop kind of moves fast, if you don't stay relevant enough you could be pushed away. I love Block B but they have never been lucky with the management.

[@aria4408]

+ always amazing performances😔 but poor management, ruined everything

[@mede3884]

In an interview when Zico was asked what songs are he's favourite/he is the most proud of, he mentioned Jackpot (and few others.) And then said he wouldn't be able to make Jackpot anymore cause it has so many elements and he does not know how he made all of them work together so well.

[@Youarepurpled]

I fricken loved jackpot. Not enough people appreciate how weird and awesome it is 😂 It’s lovely to see a reaction to it all of these years later

[@SN-db8mv]

well now I really miss block b again

[@theDK468]

playlist for you :-) includes all their music, even their individual stuff in the past 2 years since theyre enlisting open.spotify.com/user/daaneesee/playlist/57c7Eb14afVDrql4xK5MNA?si=UIt1ocy3Ry-n6PhPFU-dgg

[@moonhwi3754]

block B has one of my favourite career progressions in their generation, so versatile but always slightly and majorly whimsical. The only group who has successfully been this chaotic is red velvet I love

[@emelee7165]

Nobody does it like Block B, they didn't follow trends, they just made their own thing. They will forever be one of my favourite groups ever. Jackpot is amazing, so underrated and it is genuine, this song is very Block B. Zico is a genius.

[@ReacttotheK]

Aaaaaaaaand I switched up Ju Young’s and Jason’s and Cloud’s and Brianna’s and Owen’s and Kevin’s name cards fyi****

[@MrArchlight450]

Could you guys react to “ADIEAUX” album. It only has 4 tracks but you guys won’t be disappointed. TRUST ME! 😤

[@anj0__]

block b’s entire discography is full of bangers, Jackpot is deffo one of my favourite title tracks along with HER, Toy, NalinA and Yesterday. Every title track slaps basically haha. I do hope that after everyone finishes enlistment, they’re are able to have a comeback.

[@eichpagnin]

Block B 4th Mini Album H.E.R is still one of my favourite albums in kpop. All the tracks are good and they everyone were a new sound for 2014 kpop. They were so ahead of their time! Block B is one of the best 3rd generation boyband and it's a pity that they are so underrated between new kpop stans.

[@Katherine-dt9te]

I really like the editing of this one! Love it when you add the the snippet of the song that the musicians are commenting on cos it makes everything clearer and more interesting to watch :D

[@breakforthechorus6230]

Man this is still a criminally underrated song and one of my favorite Block B title tracks as well. It's really unfortunate timing for their comeback at the time, which definitely hurt their career. I love how Block B always brought something unique to kpop that you couldn't really find in any other groups, so much that now they are kind of inspirations to younger groups. Being an ATINY, I'm really glad Ateez has kept some of that energy and fun that Block B always brought to their performance element. Makes me both a proud BBC and Atiny at the same time.

[@crypticvestige8669]

Oh this absolutely! I was a huge fan of Block B back in the day, but it really felt like they really had odds stacked against them. Controversies, turbulence with companies, etc. Being unique was hard in an industry wanting marketable sounds for globalization! BASTARZ was a lovely sub-group, and filled some niche spaces, and happy to know Zico's still out producing bangers and has KOZ. But super felt on the ATEEZ thing! They actually brought me back from a Kpop hiatus, because their energy just screamed BLOCK B to me. (I saw their Kingdom performance The Awakening of Summer, and thought it had Very Good vibes. To know they like their seniors so much, It made sense! I am so happy I came back to the Kpop scene to see ATEEZ, Stray Kids, and Xdinary Heroes shaking up the Kpop scene!)

[@holdyourhorses7658]

I freaking miss Block b, watching this video made me realize how much. They always stood out and had this crazy videos and music concepts that made me gravitate towards them.

[@lujain4780]

way to remind me of how much I miss block b :( wishing for them to make a comeback in 2023

[@fatimahdwi3054]

5 years of hiatus......

[@lujain4780]

Meh Meh yeah:( but maybe when p.o finish his military service they will make a comeback

[@lolloshizu9]

i literally search for this yd and were like “hm no i guess they never did jackpot” but here we are today! 😂👀 i used to like block b so much some years ago and fell into a nostalgia trip while procrastinating yesterday

[@ithinkmynameisali2458]

My favorite song for Block B was "Her"

[@ithinkmynameisali2458]

But I found Zico before Block B in "Okey Dokey"

[@SeatinReacts]

"I always feel lost when you do things..." HAHAHA

[@ReacttotheK]

I'm still not over Jason saying that x'D Ju Young used to be into K-Pop in the early 2010s so we bond over a lot of music/artists together during film sessions and poor Jason is just sitting there not knowing what to do......

[@SeatinReacts]

​@@ReacttotheK Yupp same! Also I totally agree with Ju Young saying it sounded very much like 2014 K-pop :P

[@yanacollectph]

Finally another Block B music reaction. Block B are vey underrated but they are so talented. I hope the world will see their skills.

[@camilia312672]

Thank you for reacting to Block B, I work so hard to promote my boys and I wish more people would listen to their amazing songs and watch their MVs with different and fun concepts. STAN BLOCK B! Come to the BBC fandom

[@aauuddrreeee]

i wish i could experience this song again for the first time, block b always has such banger songs

[@julyjuly7613]

Block B! Wow reminds me of the good old days where I was pretty new to K-pop. Man, I love em. Been listening to all of their albums :')

[@ibrahimbeats]

Ooooo hell yeah I remember back when I first discovered the channel I searched to see if y'all had ever reacted to this - I'm so glad you finally did. That switch back to the triple meter in the post-chorus is so satisfying to me every time

[@milagrosmalpartida2127]

I love the editing. It's easier to understand what they're talking about this ways. Also!!! It's hilarious and very entertaining. Thank you for the hard work

[@kellynguyen353]

I love this song so much, I can tell the reactors really went all out with their knowledge and breakdown this time. This was a fun watch!

[@neerahsoybahn]

Didn't expect Kevin with dog onesies but honestly he's so cute i wanna pet him

[@ailem2707]

I’m really happy that a lot of them liked it.

[@Dekoteh]

can i just say i freaking miss block b omg

[@rixanoz]

Same 😭

[@crispy7813]

same im never getting over them

[@mogu.mogu543]

Man this takes me back! Honestly, watching them is like seeing myself when I first experienced watching this and honestly, Im so ecstatic. No matter how long I've been a fan, whenever I take time to do other things and suddenly have time to go on a Block B marathon, I feel like going back to when I first listened to them and it brings chills. I love all of these peoples opinion about the song. Gives me more depth of understanding from their point of view. But overall, I miss these boys and now Im gonna go and cry in the corner because I freaking miss the hell out of my boys...

[@avamarie3717]

I've been waiting for this reaction for YEARS

[@c41vids_]

I WAS WAITING FOR THIS COS THIS WAS A CULUTURAL RESET BACK THEN AND IT WAS SO GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD

[@dumdudududum]

I'm so into Block B nowadays and I'm glad you guys react to Jackpot! As someone who doesn't know well about music, I learn many things while watching this video, bcs from the first I never know that Jackpot have some Jazzy and Swings elements! 😶 stay safe everyone! ✨✨

[@Yino_lemmon]

Damn Jackpot is forever one of my favorite Block B songs for sure. Block B will always be legend when it comes to this kind of "werido playful" concepts. Also it's really fun to see everyone got scared by the opening lmao tho sometimes when I relisten I forgot about it and got scared too (btw for some reason I thought some of the old members reacted to it before)

[@mayonnaiseket1497]

I love when they use many changes in a song because for me thats what make iits harder to get sick of it... I listen to jackpot since 2016 and I still love it so much

[@Lauren-tg6nc]

Jackpot is really fun. I'm glad I got to see Block B in concert a few times. It sounds even better live.

[@zdatze]

What a funny and chaotic song. I discovered kpop early this year and although I listen to a lot of songs/groups and tried to catch up (your channel is a really big help with that, thank you!) I never listened to Block B for some reason. Thank you for including them in this season!

[@JhenrhiIda]

I know this was done a year ago but I somehow never watched it. Jackpot is such a musically chaotic song that it was the song after Very Good that nailed me as fan for them.

[@cris-nx3mk]

they need to do more block b reviews!!!

[@DocRen]

Everyone: **visibly scared of the opening scene* That one guy: "I- I actually think clowns kinda soothe me" =)))))

[@TheXDayDreamerx]

I can't believe we got a Block B reaction in 2020, doing god's work.

[@atinylinks2574]

Block B is really the best group I've ever seen

[@shineeteentop24]

So happy you reacted to this masterpiece! One of my favorite kpop songs of all time :) also you killed it with the editing! Keep up the good work

[@SKZDanceTutorials]

Adding subtitles for this video and OMG THE CLOWNS

[@summer52]

Man. Block B era was something else. So fun. I miss them

[@Katewah]

THIS IS MY FAVORITE OH MY GOD

[@plaguedilf]

jackpot is block bs best title track. no criticism accepted because im right

[@emmastanley425]

Love Block B and love Jackpot. Thank you so much for this

[@doomslatte]

Your editing has improved so much! I really appreciate the little section where you show the parts of the MV with the song referred by the reactors

[@ARIANAADEMI]

Block B has such great masterpieces

[@mulansmith813]

I love that you're continuing with this halloween theme for the month :P

[@kl2894]

Zico said once in an interview that this song was inspired by David Lee Roth's Just A Gigolo.

[@eilynkass9286]

Waaaa so happy to see this reaction!!! Thank you!!! I love Block B and Jackpot is a bop, It deserves a lot of recognition

[@un_common1483]

So ahead of their time.

[@hyorenji9426]

BLOCK B REACTION IN 2020? ITS SAD EMO HOURS i miss block b 😭

[@CheerUp2]

Block B and jackpot are so iconic thoughhhhhhh. This was my favorite when it came out!

[@sarah.I]

I wanna cry so much. I miss them a lot. Thank you so much for reacting to this 😭😭

[@awildred-eyedhyejooappeare7710]

This is a classic.

[@mintona6103]

i'm SO HAPPY TO SEE THIS REACTION, ONE OF MY FAVORITE SONGS EVER AAAAAA

[@purgology8549]

block b is literally so under rated

[@lyyzilla]

I AM SO GLAD YOU GUYS DID A BLOCK B REACT.. I MISS BLOCK B

[@hslpt3]

honestly, this is the first time i'm watching the mv n same... clowns=creepy. anyway, i hope you guys or just anyone reading this comment would give a try to The Unit cover of Jackpot. The Unit really was one of the survival show with most solid talents since they're mostly debuted (underrated)idols looking for 2nd/final chance to revive their career n Jackpot was i dare say, one of the standout stage from the show. n that stage had some of the best vocals from the female contestants n they really made the song their own. sadly the show was still just as underrated.

[@ray382vk]

oh was it Halloween special😂😂 i was like whoot? out of nowhere Block B's jackpot..? btw I still love Block b

[@kellynguyen353]

2NE1 It Hurts is a good song for a Halloween react episode with its witchy vibe and soulful vocal!

[@ailem2707]

YESSS THIS A MASTERPIECE

[@rileyp910]

오늘 갑자기 잭팟이 생각나서 오랜만에 들었는데 이영상이 올라왔네 짱이당

[@brianesclipse8670]

Thank you for your reaction :D This made me happy :D

[@alisonmelendrez1612]

OMG!!!!! I've been waiting for this. I love Block B sooo much, and this song is one of my favorites

[@bubbletea3456]

I love the editing in this reaction. And reaction to my favorite boy group can't be a bad thing :) Good job, thanks!

[@J_young_824]

Thank you for making a reaction video to Block B. 🐝

[@clorodete]

i love block b reaction videos!! they have such a unique style that i don’t think you can compare to any other kpop group, really. this was a great video, thank you!! 💖

[@aria4408]

YESS MORE BLOCK B REACTIONS PLEASE!!! Very good, Her, Shall we dance, Nanrina, Toy etc

[@jheskapr7495]

Block their music is so good their unit solos

[@Amira2907]

Block B were who really got me into listening to korean music, I will never forget how exciting that time felt

[@수학나형]

오 대박 한국어 자막 달아주신분 감사합니다 ~!~!!

[@heiwa_tan]

Ahhhh Jackpot my fav!

[@성가신-m9n]

wow, your comments after the reaction video was so refreshing. The highlights/scene edit together with the comments greatly helped us viewers to understand what technical terms you were saying. I love this reaction video! Please do more reactions in interesting kpop songs!

[@jelly9525]

The first thing that enters my mind when I see the word Jackpot is this song, but the other arrangement of it. The one from The Unit lol I loved that performance

[@looking4blueberry521]

Could you please react on other Block B MV as well (VeryGood, Nalina, NililiMambo), this three are freaking good.

[@daneyyp3328]

BRUH. You guys just made me cry. I miss blockb so much and then making a reaction video about them after all these years, and you guys giving it enough appreciation. uwu my bbc heart i 😭😭😭

[@dzed8701]

YES, THANK YOU

[@francesberrios8250]

What a fun video to watch - that's Block B energy for you. Zico - yay

[@overhowl7955]

The Ad that popped on my screen was NCT U's Misfit Track Video and it's a sin to skip that LMAO

[@최강몽]

It's stylish even now. And the purple P.O is the best.

[@maki1404]

MEMORIES

[@micah459]

I need remember these terms and definitions so I can better analyze music because when they talked about the course using quadruplets instead of triplets and it made the song sound like it sped up is what I've always tried to explain but didn't know how to. Thank You for this

[@dariakomissarchik6731]

I cannot emphasize how much I missed this song, I love it so much. I’m so happy to see more people reacting to it! I was getting turnt lol

[@Whatisahandle-]

Was waiting for this one !

[@toaster19_32]

YESSSS I WANTED THIS SONG FOR SO LONG

[@drama6274]

전문적으로 악기나 리듬에 대해 이야기하는게 흥미롭다 난 이노래 가사도 좋아해서 아마 같은 언어를 사용했다면 다른 기분도 더해졌을것같음

[@victoriagraceelliott3112]

YESS THANK U FOR REACTING TO JACKPOT!!! best clowns in kpop 😌

[@okokoklalala844]

Yesss pls react to more of the musical geniuses BLOCK B ❤️❤️❤️

[@ringmango4593]

Block b 'very good ' reaction plz!!

[@johnmeynardlimikid976]

I heard this firsr on produce x101 and then I searched for it and listened for a whole day.

[@hotpotato3578]

ohhhhh yessss... now, i miss them

[@dhanyoktaviany7029]

Was about to sleep but reacttotheK said otherwise

[@baeilli]

YAAAAAAAASSSS🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌 MORE BLOCK B PLEASE!!!!!!

[@myinfiniteyouth]

OMG THANK YOU FOR THIS CONTENT! BLOCKTOBERRR

[@Everdesiempreyt]

FINALLY BLOCK B!!!!!!