D'N'A Reacts: First time EVER hearing Periphery | It's Only Smiles

[@johnpyres4208]

The most painful thing about this song is the fact that it's about Spencer's sister who passed away.

[@MegaLaban12345]

Not as painful as his clean vocals, ey?

[@jordanwolfe739]

​@MegaLaban12345 his clean vocals are fantastic

[@stereosympathy]

@@MegaLaban12345 Someone isn't a Periphery fan but is commenting on Periphery reaction videos. That's kinds weird fella. Maybe 5 Finger Death Punch or Baby Metal is more your speed, haha.

[@WilliamLawson-e3p]

Story time! For context, I’ve been listening to Periphery since like 2007 and I’ve always been a huge fan and almost went on tour with them before they blew up lol One of the coolest nights of my life was here in FL when me and my cousin went to a show in Tampa in 2019. Drove back to Orlando after the show where I lived in an apartment building downtown super late. We get back into town and my cousin drops me off in front of my building. I realized I left my keycard to get in the building inside my apartment and it’s 2:00am. I call my wife to see if she can let me in to no avail. Then I see a group of people going into my apartment building and I run up to them and explain the situation and ask if I can just follow them into the building so I can get to my apt. I cut myself off halfway through the explanation because I see a dude holding two 18 cases of Miller Light going in with them and I’m like “holy shit, Spencer Sotelo????” (Periphery’s vocalist) and he’s surprised that someone recognized him at a random apt building in Orlando and I kinda explain that I’m a huge fan and his vocals inspired a lot of my own, etc etc and wtf is he doing here? He came down to Orlando on vacation to hit up the theme parks with some friends and the friend he’s staying with lives 6 apartments down from me. Then he says “dude hell yeah, that’s awesome. Hey we’re going to hang out in the billiard room on the first floor to play pool and get wasted. Do you want to join us?” I didn’t get back to my apartment until 4:00 pm the next day. Easily the coolest musician I’ve ever met.

[@pixelhotdish]

A really powerful song about Spencer processing, and trying to move forward following his sister's death even though its extremely painful for him. The line at 5:24 where he sings "its on my chest, and you're in this art" is a line about his writing process and how it heals some of the pain. Writing this song for his sister is a way for him to process the pain and get it out into the world. Also, they recently releaased the acoustic version which is also really enjoyable. These guys have quite the diverse portfolio, some extremely heavy stuff, some more melodic stuff like this song. There is a lot to go through. For other more melodic stuff like "Its Only Smiles", check out "Lune", "Garden In The Bones", "Absolomb", "Flatline", "Wax Wings".... Theres some I am missing for sure. Enjoy! Loved the reaction btw. :)

[@DanSkinny]

Yes sisters, yes. Important band for me, not as much lately but will always have a place in my heart for pewiphuwy.

[@nmularoni1]

Never heard of em.

[@mahockey3]

​@@nmularoni1 really? You should check out their album P3. The one with the black background and yellow P!

[@chrisp.14]

Purryfurry. PLEASE.

[@banehog]

This one always makes me cry. Such a sad yet kinda hopeful song.

[@980Logan]

Cheers to whoever got this on their radar! Awesome reaction!! Please more Periphery, based on your enjoyment of this song, i would recommend Lune or Satellites by them

[@Siendorf]

Yes definitely one of those!

[@Alphablight]

Have to watch the Satellites drum play through though. He’s so happy and proud. Makes me smile

[@980Logan]

@@Alphablight just showed a friend that video the other night. He went crazy with excitement lol

[@daveduncan518]

More Periphery please!

[@Alphablight]

You don’t have to show it but watch the Satellites drum play though. He is so happy playing it and when I’m down it’s my go to. Just for smiles 😊

[@tastesawesome]

OOooh I love some Periphery! Have fun! A few of my favorites are Satellites, Reptile, and Garden in the Bones.

[@PsyaticusReacts]

My favorite band of all time! Spencer is the man!! You two are awesome!

[@sarahpelosi4213]

Periphery is friggin amazing! Id love to see more reactions! I think Spencer is one of the best vocalist in the metal world!🤘🏻

[@ABakedLemur69]

Well, I guess I made a good pick this month! Periphery definitely has their big songs like Reptile, but this one holds a special place in my heart. Fair warning, they only get heavier from here.

[@BloodlustNightingale]

I think you picked a perfect introduction song. Thank you. Likewise about this song holding a special place in your heart. I still get teary eyed at the end every single time I hear it. “I think I’ll just smile through it.” 🥹

[@heathash1579]

This song always hits different for me because my sister passed two months after this album dropped. I love it but I'll never get over it.

[@dna2001]

So sorry for your loss! I feel like it never gets easier. I lost my brother in 2012 and still struggle. Take care!-Dallas

[@heathash1579]

@@dna2001 Thank you, and I'm sorry for your loss as well. You're right, the pain never really goes away. We just have to keep them alive in our memories. Much love, stay strong!

[@Michael-r8h]

Such an upbeat sounding song with such a sad story behind the lyrics.

[@alissondias2663]

You’ll love “Lune” from these guys.

[@kyleyoung6918]

One of their best albums in my opinion.

[@HugoStiglitz88]

Nah. It's the least consistent album they have with the least amount of great songs. Other than clear and icarus

[@nmularoni1]

They put a happy tone on it for sure…the singer, Spencer, did make this song about his sister who passed away :/ but the song makes me happy too so you’re good 😂

[@BloodlustNightingale]

They finally gave us what we wanted! 🥰 It’s only smiles was probably a pretty solid first choice for Dallas I’d say, lol.

[@nmularoni1]

@@BloodlustNightingale yupp haha! That wasnt me who suggested that though. I actually finally put in 2 requests a few days ago: Scarlet and Stranger Things. The other guy who suggested It’s Only Smiles put in his request at the perfect time as mine 🤣 if they keep loving their sound, i’ll request a few more that I have in mind (if the other guy doesnt beat me to it lol) i’m so happy they love them so far!

[@HugoStiglitz88]

Still not as happy or as good as thanks nobuo

[@BloodlustNightingale]

@@HugoStiglitz88 thanks nobuo is super underrated imo.

[@austinsmeeks9322]

My all time favorite band. Their level of versatility and genre bending are perfect imo. Not to mention the band has some of the best musicians in the industry in it. I recommend you guys listen to Wax Wings next from them. It's very much like this song, but honestly better imo. It's got the bounciness, feel good vibes, and honestly one of the most powerful performances from the vocalist I've heard in this band so far. I think you guys would be sold on this band after hearing it. I will warn, they can be a very heavy band as well, which is why I recommend Wax Wings next. If you guys can hear their softer sides, I think you will appreciate their heavier sides later. Beyond glad you enjoyed this and I'm happy you chose this as your introduction to Periphery.

[@donnygushue8152]

You guys should check out Lune by Periphery! The song is so emotional.

[@BipolarBLKSheep]

My first exposure to Periphery was through their video for "Make Total Destroy". Its absolutely incredible and the video is crazy and fun to watch. His vocal range and capabilities are fucking insane. However, my FAVORITE song from them at this point is Satellites. Its truly a masterpiece! Now I sit and wait as patiently as possible for Make Total Destroy, Reptile, and especially Satellites!

[@clintbeastwood5116]

Now you have to listen to the acoustic version they just released. Gave me chills.

[@derpderpin1568]

You guys would absolutely love their song Lune.

[@Alphablight]

Such a wonderful song

[@robertkleinschmidt1029]

Lol I knew you gals would eventually end up here with Periphery. Been a fan of them for 10 years or so. They have some great songs. Enjoy! The Djentyness

[@subsume7904]

A few years before this song came out my sister passed away in a car accident. When I found out it was about Spencers sister I cried so hard, such an amazing song ❤

[@dna2001]

So sorry for your loss. I know that all too well. 😢-D

[@tyrantmind]

Periphery 😍

[@H880]

They have three virtuoso guitar players and an amazing drummer. They are influential in the djent genre.

[@ShavidDerf]

Awesome you guys found Periphery. They are one of my favorite bands ever, and for the longest time I couldn't listen to anything else. That changed when I discovered Ren😊 I think a good "transition" song from Periphery you should check out is Have A Blast. This song has a lot of what they're capable of. Very half fast and heavy at times, but also slow and melodic at times. Good find ladys!

[@trevzy91]

Hope y'all react to more, Periphery is so good!

[@namdiez062]

One of my all time favorite bands, can't wait for y'all to check out more of their stuff!

[@thechainsawmassacre]

Yessss this made my day periphery is underrated y’all should def get into more of their stuff

[@jonathanzytkoskee9740]

Reptile, satellites, marigold, stranger things, next!!!

[@BipolarBLKSheep]

Satellites is a masterpiece! Reptiles is really good too. I mean most of their songs just hit so good, but there are those outliers that just blow me away even after listening to them hundreds of times by now.

[@jonathanzytkoskee9740]

Also Lune!

[@T_Tomko]

Glad you finally discovered this band! Good song to start with as well

[@Siendorf]

Periphery is the best! So glad someone recommended this

[@jonnycutts5254]

So glad you guys are on Periphery!!! So much to discover! Loads of variation and tones of skill

[@ennio1ls]

Yes !!! Another great journey is starting! Can't wait to see more reaction to periphery !

[@ennio1ls]

You should react to "blood eagle" for one of the heaviest song i have ever heard😅😂

[@vanisyn2495]

My favorite band! A similar song you would like is called "The way the news goes" :)

[@AidenCantrell]

If you like this song, I definitely recommend Wax Wings, Dying Star, Satellites and The way the news goes. For some of their heavier stuff I recommend Reptile, Stranger Things, 22 Faces and Prayer Position.

[@OfMasses]

Great choice for a gentle introduction to Periphery! Requesting the song Reptile, although it may be a lot to new listeners of Periphery, but that song takes you on a journey!

[@cde1147]

You have to listen to "Catch Fire" by Periphery for similar vibes to this song! Being a progressive metal band though, this song is definitely on the softer end of their catalog. Most would be insanely heavy for this channel 😂

[@stevenbanks1548]

It's absolutely funky like 70s funky.

[@scottpoertner1291]

Djenty goodness girls ❤

[@darkphoenix2]

Periphery has a lot of variety but I still feel like this is a misleading introduction to them 😅 They have some tracks that are just chaotic heavy madness and it makes this song look even prettier and softer than it is

[@ulysseszarco9037]

If you like this song listen to Erised from Periphery that’s a great song to groove too!!

[@seansilva967]

lol, do blood eagle next

[@beccareichard6669]

I haven’t gotten too deep into Periphery but I do have songs I’ve heard saved on my playlist! I’ll definitely be adding this one, it was beautiful. I really should dive deeper into their stuff. Maybe someone in the comments has recommendations? When it comes to technical guitar work I’m obsessed with Unprocessed and Polyphia. I think my July request might’ve been Unprocessed? I can’t keep track of anything anymore lol

[@nmularoni1]

They cover a lot of different sounds. You prefer “softer” more poppy metal stuff? Or heavier stuff? Or both? They gotta lotta content lol

[@anoceanbetweenus89]

Check out marigold, the way the news goes, and wax wings. You’ll thank me later 😁

[@beccareichard6669]

@@nmularoni1 literally all of the above 😂

[@beccareichard6669]

@@anoceanbetweenus89 thanks!

[@nmularoni1]

@@beccareichard6669 softer/pop songs: Alpha, Catch Fire, Lune, Absolomb, The Way The News Goes, Wax Things, Satellites Mix of heavy/pop songs: Stranger Things, The Bad Thing, Marigold, Heavy Heart Heavy: Everything is Fine, Wildfire, Zagreus..and their longest and one of my favorites: Reptile. I’m a HUGE fanboy so I fucking love every single song of theirs, but these are a handful of suggestions so I dont overwhelm you 😂

[@bradkohl99]

Wish you guys would have been doing an older Periphery song. Newer ones are fine, but the first two albums are insane.

[@om75222]

periphery rules! check out their heavier songs ladies they ripss

[@JMDrummer]

Personally my favorite band.. but we need to gradually feed periphery to you.. maybe Lune next.. if an older song Erised.. then maybe Satellites and Wax Wings.. then graduate to something like Marigold and Reptile and everything else everyone wants to see you react to.. js

[@JMDrummer]

The Way the News Goes.. that would be a good song for you to react to after Lune and Erised

[@mikaruhtinas9223]

You need to react their song Satelites, it will blow your minds out❤

[@mikaruhtinas9223]

You can really hear he singing

[@willvaughn6.395]

Amazing! How does one get you to review a full guitar play through from One of the periphery guitarists ? Wax wings would be fire 🔥

[@HugoStiglitz88]

Not my favorite song but the riffs are so sick. Mrak is god

[@TheTabletopEmpire]

Lune by Periphery next pls!!!!!!

[@dna2001]

I think we got a donation for this one (and several other Periphery tracks), so keep an eye out in the coming weeks😊 -D

[@davidskinner8978]

The subject is sad though. It's about how his sister committed

[@bigpapi8558]

Please check out the band Shrezzers you both will love them

[@bertlouden2213]

Do some slip knot... before I forget,wait and bleed or spit it out

[@mikehunt956]

Out of all the songs you could have picked, this is one of the weakest one. Try Reptile or Satellites.

[@carloss.sounds]

bro chill the song is great. that being said, Reptile is indeed needed.

[@nmularoni1]

@@carloss.soundsi’ll request that one eventually. I requested others so hopefully Mike wont hunt me down and murder me for that 😂

[@mikehunt956]

@@nmularoni1 I'm always lurking.

[@mikaruhtinas9223]

They got these uplifting songs at they records. Wax wings for examble