Composer/Musician Reacts to Ne Obliviscaris - And Plague Flowers The Kaleidoscope (REACTION!!!)

Bryan reacts to and talks about his thoughts on Ne Obliviscaris - And Plague Flowers The Kaleidoscope
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[@sugoruyo]

Funny thing is, this is exactly what these guys sound like live… seen them live twice and they are precise and on point beyond belief.

[@Growlizing]

I would like to also confirm they sound fantastic live. They are on point as hell.

[@bccr13]

saw them last summer at Download festival sorta by accident... I didn't even realise they were playing at the festival until I wandered up to their stage while they were playing! they were incredible, definitely deserving of a bigger stage next time.

[@yotambraunshtein9786]

Yep

[@yippeethreeeight]

They are definitely are a fantastic live band.

[@ajariel]

2 vocalists. Xen, the harsh vocalist, is the band's founder and the lyricist. Tim, the clean vocalist, also plays violin. The drummer, Dan Presland, has a YT channel with playthroughs (and live ones as well) for every song of theirs, and even some videos where he just sits and comments on his own videos explaining the techniques he's using in that video. The band's name is not made up haha, it means "forget not" in Latin as far as I'm concerned. And finally, some song recommendations: Forget Not, Intra Venus (there's an official music video for this one), Painters of the Tempest (Part II): Triptych Lux, Eyrie. Overall a great reaction, it's always nice to see the constructive commentary from a musician. Really looking forward to more of these!

[@jesse9538]

I would also say Tapestry of the Starless Abstract is one of the best for analysis due to the use of concrete poetry.

[@ycyang2698]

Obscurity Rectangle come on, intro Venus? I almost thought their bass player left when I hear that song, it’s a cringe work for their own standards

[@ajariel]

My recommendations are based on my own personal taste, I'm not saying those are their "best" works or anything like that. To each their own :)

[@ycyang2698]

Obscurity Rectangle respect for your great attitude

[@ChrisChoi123]

@@ajariel senjougahara prof pic too! man of culture

[@Christian-vq8rd]

Just found the channel. A reaction channel where the person actually knows what they're talking about!? Good job

[@krone79]

This band is so obscure. I was roaming spotify and I found Forget Not. Fell in love fast

[@Growlizing]

I randomly got Forget Not in my Discover Weekly list back in 2014 and quickly fell in love with their sound.

[@bccr13]

forget not is my favourite by them. I love how it's sneakily their self-titled song, just in a not-so-dead language 😂

[@u.v.s.5583]

Ne Obliviscaris??? Obscure??? Where are you living?

[@krone79]

U.V. S. Some place in southern usa 🇺🇸

[@CriticalReactions]

To be fair, I'm only now hearing about them. I don't really keep my ear to the ground regarding metal music but I've still found some lesser known bands through the years -- ne Obliviscaris continued to avoid my radar though.

[@scottrobinson4611]

The Violinist and clean vocalist are the same person: Tim Charles. He's a classically trained violinist and a pretty good singer too. Tim looks like Jesus The harsh vocalist is called Xenoyr. Xenoyr is the opposite of tim, he's a Black Metal guy, oddly doesn't like progressive metal very much, yet he's formed a god-tier prog metal band. Xen looks like the antichrist. An angel of death. There's a great live video of this song. Honestly their live sound is almost studio quality, which is insane for this music. You're right in that it's not as time-focused as typical prog, but I think the inclusion of so many layers, the use of two vocalists, a violinist and the heavy draw from other genres really brings a different aspect of 'prog' to this band. I feel like they're tailor-made for my taste too. It's insane. Also the name is Latin for "Forget not". Your pronunciation is good.

[@CriticalReactions]

You're right about the layering being important. While time-focused prog is definitely the most well-known style, prog can be anything that isn't the status quo. By definition its anything progressive, anything that pushes the medium in new directions. I don't really remember what I said regarding it not being heavy on time changes (I hope it wasn't negative) but I agree that layering is a technique that is certainly "prog-y" and they utilized it exceptionally well on this track.

[@Growlizing]

I would like to also confirm they sound fantastic live. Ne Obliviscaris is one of the perfect sounding bands for my taste.

[@davidwilliams3244]

Best way to describe this band, 12 minute song: "Is that it?" Incredible band, probably the most underrated band of all time in my opinion.

[@Vergilius314]

They're called "trills" for violin also.

[@redduskironsky1058]

I know this sounds cheesy af, but I cried of happiness the first time I listened to this song

[@itsmartin02]

Reddusk Ironsky I cried by listening Pyrrhic, another song by them... i feel you, mate. Every song of Ne Obliviscaris is just drop dead gorgeous and makes you cry from their sheer, raw beauty

[@deminybs]

lots of songs make me cry lol. dem feels bro

[@orhununyeri]

Same on the Triptych Lux :D

[@That1Imp]

Forget Not did it for me, you're not alone :)

[@QcPamplemousse]

Check out Rivers of Nihil - Where Owls Know My Name Fantastic musicians, refreshing take on tech death. Personal favourite album of the past couple of years.

[@Progression_]

I second this massively

[@jen.g.]

Third!

[@nickcriado1098]

Fourth!

[@Camadian]

You’re amazing dude. Actual critical and knowledgeable reactions for once! Most of these reaction YT’ers pick the mainstream music and say “that was good but idk why” 😂 thanks for not only choosing great technical acts but also giving a meat n potato’s review. Good man

[@DavidKempe3]

I'd love to see a reaction/discussion for any of the following: - Vektor - "Charging The Void" or "Recharging The Void" - Liturgy - "Pasaqalia" - maudlin of the Well - "Birth Pains Of Astral Projection" - Kayo Dot - "The Manifold Curiosity" or "Aura On An Asylum Wall" - Gorguts - "Obscura" - Gris - "Les Forges" - Between The Buried And Me - "White Walls" - Meshuggah - "Clockworks" - Ulcerate - "Cold Becoming"

[@towlie710]

Hell yes for Vektor. CTV has everything!

[@Randinator]

Props for mentioning Cold Becoming. The outro is just a stream of consciousness straight from the minds of the musicians performing it, if that makes sense.

[@blanccarlos4479]

Based taste

[@VanTheSpaceman]

Late to the party here, but this album had their former bassist, Brendan "Cygnus" Brown. Him and the band split ways due to personal reasons. His playing is so clean. He has a current band called Infinity Density if you want to check out more of his stuff.

[@xarris37]

oh to listeon to ne obliviscaris for the first time again. i've been chasing this album on vinyl for months, ever since i got my record player but its understandably sold out everywhere

[@mateogarcia6942]

I see you reaaaly liked this, the band that kind made prog-death metal, or popularized it, is Opeth. They have a great bassist, a lot of creativity, riffs, cleans, and deep ass growls. i see you like long songs, so listen to The Drapery Falls from the Blackwater Park album (2001), no words to describe this song, Ne Obliviscaris definitely were influenced by this. I urge you to listen to this, and maybe, review it.

[@gerrybegnoche1561]

Yes and yes!

[@gerrybegnoche1561]

It works be cool to have whole album review of that one. I feel like singling out just one song takes away from it when it's not in context with the rest of the album

[@MasterMoulder]

Great reaction mate. You should listen to another Australian band, Be'Lakor. Try Abeyance or The Smoke of Many Fires

[@kiwi5slayer]

James McPherson Be’Lakor is my favorite subgenre

[@guttsjoestar3299]

Ember's Arc is also a beatiful piece. I haven't heard a bad song by Be'lakor, By Moon And Star is also very beautiful.

[@kiwi5slayer]

Gutts Joestar it’s so hard to suggest any one song of theirs

[@vileindividual]

If we're talking aussie bands, we gotta throw in Karnivool.

[@jaypee6061]

Add Hidden Window to the Be’Lakor list……

[@Dr3Yn]

I recommend Involuntary Doppelganger by the band Archspire. It has really interesting pauses and fills between fast n heavy parts.

[@greendav]

Clean singer is the violinist (& kinda more the "frontman" if they have such a thing). There is a live video on YT which is worth a watch to get more context.

[@afterlifetattoostudio7010]

"More intricate than most bassists usually get" Check out Beyond Creation or Obscura

[@zealobiron]

First video I watched from you was Ants of the Sky. I was genuinely hoping you would react to this song specifically. Beautiful song. Absolutely one of my favorite song period

[@assassincs353]

Just found out this channel. Loving it so far..cause u actually know what you are talking about. Great work man..keep it up. I suggest checking Wintersun - sons of winter and stars (live rehearsal)

[@georgemackay5735]

Glad I found this video. I was listening to these guys several years ago but somehow forgot about them.

[@guitar_noodle]

I’ve seen them live 3x and have not been disappointed once. They sound incredible live. They have a new bassist for a few years now but both bassist play great and add another compositional element. Both bassist have YT channels where they do playthroughs of NeO(Ne Obliviscaris) songs. Watch this song live in Denver on YT. Another great track is Devour me, Colossus live in Sydney.

[@pauldavies2178]

Check out the live version of this on KZbin. I’m in awe of them all. Really are very talented.

[@709mash]

My god, those drums! I'm in awe.

[@toughy9450]

Loving your insights, not just with these guys but all the other artists you've been hearing. One track of theirs that doesn't seem to get requested is Pyrrhic. Definitely worth a listen, even if in your own time.

[@jakepalan7943]

Had to subscribe bro. As someone who’s moderately musically literate, I found your reaction and analysis to be a breath of fresh air. There are so many bullshit reaction channels on this website. This is not one of them. If I may add a suggestion : Wilderun - The Garden of Fire. I would suggest something off of their new album, but it should honestly be listened to in a single sitting.

[@robertmunroe9635]

I fell in love with the band a long time ago. Just beautiful stuff

[@arturjavadov953]

Thanks for sharing. All good insights. Nothing contrived. I enjoyed your video!

[@davidbright9370]

Ive had the pleasure of seeing them live multiple times, and they are all brilliant, but drummer Dan Presland i believe is from a different planet 🤟🏼🤟🏼 so effortless, and in the studio has the ability to absolutely nail the drumming tracks in a single take. 10+ minute songs, no mistakes 🙌🏼

[@maaaaaap]

i dont say this lightly but this is probably one of the best songs i've ever heard. can't go wrong with Forget Not or Painters of the Tempest

[@jerod256]

I see you have a squier in the background there. I've been thinking of getting a strat style squier just for single coil tones. What would you recommend? I was thinking the bullet w/ a 25" scale because I don't like whammy trems.

[@chrisberry2472]

Big thanks to who requested this one, awesome track; will definitely be checking more out. Sleepytime Gorilla Museum - Sleep is Wrong / The Donkey Headed Adversary of Humanity Opens The Discussion Tallah - Placenta The Mars Volta - Cicatriz Esp

[@ZKBruhman]

NeO songs will be studied by next generation of musicians and composers. Unreal musicianship and virtuosity from all the members. And the drummer dude, Dan Presland, is a Beast!! Whoever listens to NeO becomes an instant fan. Anyway, bro you should really invest in a good open-back Headphones, something like GRADOs to truely appreciate spacial & layered music common to progressive metal and Jazz-Fusion

[@zealobiron]

Already being studied at the Sydney Conservatorium of music!

[@zealobiron]

Already being studied at The Sydney Conservatorium of Music!

[@jen.g.]

I fucking love this band. Really want to see them live! I’d love to see you react to Allegaeon- Grey Matter Mechanics. (Allegaeon toured with NeO; and NeO toured with Leprous, who you already reacted to.)

[@ulfdanielsen6009]

Hi Bryan,- thanks for your reply to my comments and the suggested playlist for Operatic Symphonic Progressive Folk Metal. Please note that many of these bands and songs are by now staples of reactors and could potentially attract a lot of traffic to your channel (hint, hint), especially if the Nightwish and Epica armies decide to stop by you. Enjoy what´s coming.

[@apoplexiamusic]

damn! that was a really good song! gonna have to check out more from them!

[@randallragle9187]

I love this band and this song in particular is one of my 1.5y/olds favorite songs to hear before bedtime :]

[@Gamma0_0]

Your son would be so internally gifted and imaginative to find enjoyment in this song at such an early age.

[@GabrielaHernandez-kj3ip]

Therion-Via Nocturna. It is a master piece that combines heavy metal with classical music. You won't be disappointed

[@ReinhardtBII]

If I recall correctly, the song is 12/8 at 114bpm

[@Darkdizz13]

I'm digging your reactions and your breakdowns of composition. Keep up the videos and I'm going to have to throw my favorite suggestion in the hat and recommend The Czar by Mastodon 🤘

[@bjhellstream]

About the double bass... 10 minutes at 210 bpm workout. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3S7imqkm7lsa6s Drum playrhrough: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5jYlX9or9OIlZY

[@joshuajohnson6685]

Another Australian band that is really quite good is called Illyria, they are from Perth, Western Australia. Swansong, wilderness or The Carpathian Summit are really good tracks to check out

[@xavierbonilla1164]

Between the Buried and me- “extremophile elite” your mind will be blown!

[@liamnerson257]

The song is used by Prof. Hindson at the Sydney Conservatorium for Music in his composition course study.

[@CriticalReactions]

That's pretty awesome!

[@Sp0cka]

Nice reaction dude, you earned yourself a sub! This is an amazing track.. I would love to see you react to some Wintersun! Their song "sons of winter and stars" or "Time" from the Sonic pump studio rehearsal! Would be cool to see your opinion on those, make sure to do the sonic pump studio videos.. Peace

[@Sp0cka]

@@TheBramVC k

[@fskymod7120]

I did'nt know this band and i have some Opeth vibes listening to this. I like it.

[@thefourshowflip]

Their drummer (I believe it’s spelled Dan Presland) has some insane endurance on the drums. He has a channel where he does a makeshift “podcast” of sorts where he talks about his approach, technique, practice/training regimen.

[@brandonspeers5342]

That was the bass in the higher range. Cygnus, the bassist, was tapping it out at that part you were asking about.

[@ozzyronin767]

im confused the bass solo was finger picked?

[@davidrevell614]

Dude. Caligula's Horse - Graves. A thing of prog beauty. Saw them support Ne Obliviscaris in Melbourne last year.

[@Atothendrew2424]

It’s fucking unbelievable how good these guys are live.

[@mel03ost]

I'd love to see you reacting to some Dissection, you should listen to where dead angels lie or thorns of crimson death. It's in my opinion the best album ever made.

[@khellendross3573]

Devour me, Colossus (Blackholes) or Painters in the Tempest (Triptych Lux) if you want to hear something truly stunning from them in terms of musicality.. But the thing about this song is despite its long length for your average music fan, this song is so hooky and well written that most every reaction channel that I have seen listen to them ends up loving it. Not Ne Oblivsicaris related but check out Vektor-Recharging the Void or Forest of Legend for some intricate and epic progressive thrash with a touch of black metal thrown in.

[@marmalade4389]

Sand baptism or where owls know my name by rivers of nihil are two awesome songs, really interesting too definitely check it out

[@toyfreaks]

Nice! "Ne Oblivicaris" is the motto of Clan Campbell, signified by the Boar's Head

[@zamplify]

I performed a Shenkerian analysis on the fly and this is a banger.

[@lucasmorais3694]

Btw the entire Portal Of I álbum is a masterpiece

[@tinplatedave]

I think you will enjoy a classical/metal hybrid. It will give you some contrast to the harsh vocals and speed prog metal. Please react to The Odyssey by Symphony X. That is the name of the song as well as the album. I won't tell you any more....

[@Kolbein837]

NeO has dopest bass riffs!

[@facelesscovers763]

Please check out Eyrie by NeObliviscaris as well.

[@janedoe7621]

If you like interesting and technical rhythm guitar lines in metal music, then you might like to try "Kill the Idealist" by Kalmah.

[@TheMetal788]

I would love to see your reaction to Keep of Kalessin with Reptilian Majesty. It's a master class in tension and release in my opinion

[@jcl6100]

Whitin The Chamber of Stars

[@xhectichectorx]

Wow this is fine edge after fine edge. These guys are amazing. Thank you for exposing me to this band. Give Polyphia - G.O.A.T a reaction or at the very least a personal listen to.

[@gascamarine]

You probably wont see this, but the band Xanthochroid has some very good songs in the same vein of this style, you should check out their song to higher climbs

[@kiwi5slayer]

Why does the thumbnail have the citadel album art on it instead of Portal of i? I keep thinking you did another NeO video

[@CriticalReactions]

That is a goof on my part. I try to choose art that is close to the song I chose but I guess I grabbed the wrong one here. I'll get that edited soon.

[@Loitsu]

Kiwi you follow me on twitter 😳😳😳😳

[@tricksonafixed]

You should react to Black Crown Initiate's new single 'Invitation'. Their previous work to me is really enjoyable and a well display of their musicianship, the new single brings them to a new level in my opinion.

[@yotambraunshtein9786]

One of the vocalists is also the violin players

[@brentryder5902]

Check out the live performance of this track to truley guage how technically gifted these musicians are

[@jcole9055]

React to Light of Day, Day of Darkness by Green Carnation! Might have to break it down into a few videos though...

[@zealobiron]

Awe inspiring

[@alochac]

Give us your reaction to The Warning! The future of rock!

[@mathias2410]

Listen to the live version from Colorado. Pretty tight band!

[@NKG416]

this is me first time listening to them but without the understanding of music haha

[@sgastauer]

Hey man check out some FALLUJAH start with the song Abandon I'd like to see your reaction.

[@theyonlycomeoutwhenitsquiet]

I would second this.

[@timeslowingdown]

Do a reaction to Thy Catafalque

[@isisrodriguez8923]

Can you react to Obscura?, please!!!

[@NKG416]

react to painter of the tempest or devour me colossus, song by them

[@joshualynn9913]

Its Latin for forget not and they dont have a bad song u should check them all out. My favorite is triptic lux especially the the 3rd movement a

[@jerod256]

I like NO for having one of the most interesting black metal style, wall of sound. It's perfectly mixed, has just enough movement to keep it interesting, even the guitars are playing perfect chords for it.

[@thetalesofyuulicnaga5907]

Please listen to The Odious, preferably their Vesica Piscis album. They are too underground and unknown to be as good as they are. Funk/jazz/metal that also takes ya on a journey. Highly recommend

[@AragnathBlack]

You should watch the live video of this song.

[@mattchrstnsn]

Please do protest the hero! Amazing band

[@Jubanen12]

dude... which school has this in their teaching material??! :P I missed out when I was a kid going school..

[@CriticalReactions]

If I'm remembering correctly there is an Australian University that teaches this song in one of their music courses. It shouldn't be too difficult to find if you do an internet search for it.

[@maaaaaap]

i think it was Sydney conservatorium of music

[@PZMaTTy]

Oh yes my favorite Progresive Folk Death Metal band

[@Jacob-gj8hz]

I like this format. Good mic volume. Keep this style up.

[@fernandomancilla4288]

that song its actually sick

[@VildhjartaFanGurl]

*dang*

[@metalloverjames215]

If you think this is good, you should see the live version at Colorado. They play live just as good, possibly even better than in studio. The clean vocalist is also the violinist.

[@yotambraunshtein9786]

If you like this kind of violin in metal check out turisas

[@ryanschindler923]

Here's your video of his drum play through, he has these for almost every song they've written kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5jYlX9or9OIlZY

[@johhnylemon4003]

you should check out a band called Orbit Culture, either See Through Me or The Shadowing.

[@joshuawerner3074]

Yes I agree Orbit culture check them out for sure and react to them as well if you haven’t

[@michaeldrums3190]

Its a soundscape

[@zachyeet1806]

You really can't go wrong with anything in their discography for what you're doing.

[@Med___Lee]

18:21 Here's a drums playthrough for this song , Done by non other than the band's drummer himself , Enjoy kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5jYlX9or9OIlZY

[@PaN1xX]

Cynic - Veil of Maya please) (or any other Cynic song really)

[@TupDigital]

D. Presland & co. always keep it trill

[@bccr13]

hey I have an SRxx5 series bass too :D

[@CriticalReactions]

Dude, I love it. It has such a solid tone with some Ernie Super Slinkies. I've had it for just over a decade now and I still love the way it sounds.

[@bccr13]

@@CriticalReactions yo and I just switched from regular slinky to super slinky! the tone is gorgeous. it's only the second bass guitar I've ever owned and I've yet to feel the need for anything more. love it :)

[@CriticalReactions]

Right? I'm sure there are "better" basses out there but if I only ever owned this one until I died I think I'd happy. It's just such a solid instrument and sounds great no matter what type of music I'm playing.

[@lucasmorais3694]

Ne Obliviscaris is getting só much reviews nowadays

[@victorgoncalves1975]

heey react to human sadness by the voidz