DISCOVERING -Avenged Sevenfold - So Far Away first REACTION! W/ Black Pegasus

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[@xtlbx]

This song is a tribute to the drummer "The Rev" who had an incurable heart condition and passed away in 2009. He actually wrote a song called "Fiction" 3 days before he passed away, in the lyrics he wrote "promise me you'll never feel afraid" like a message for the rest of the band. Then, in this song "so far away", they said "sleep tight, i'm not afraid" in response to the lyrics The Rev wrote for them, their way of saying "its okay brother, rest in peace, we promise we're not going to feel afraid".

[@StevelandCleamer]

He died of an OD

[@thenightskyeofficial]

Don't forget that they're are other songs on the record about him as well. "Save Me" is a big one that comes to mind. And I believe "Nightmare" is about him as well, given the end of the music video for that song.

[@kennethmoore427]

@@StevelandCleamerHe was on a ton of pain medication because of his heart condition. He was going to die if the heart condition anyway. The song brompton cocktail is about that.

[@StevelandCleamer]

@@kennethmoore427 prescribed medication, maybe. But he definitely OD’d due to abuse. Don’t think that I’m bashing him at all. He’s one of my all time favorite musicians, and I have loved A7X for two decades, but he still OD’d.

[@sjhart12]

​@@kennethmoore427the Rev is my favorite drummer but this is cope, he OD'd from abuse. Sucks but that's life

[@Skybolt211]

RIP, "The Rev" we all still miss you.

[@chrislaudermilt7286]

forREVer.

[@1320crusier]

Yea we do.

[@lilymiggins3038]

The entire Nightmare album is the band dealing with their grief over losing Jimmy and its an absolute masterpiece

[@tommillsap7120]

If you notice, there isn't a drummer in the studio with them.

[@phinkzie]

rip rev

[@WendyHardy-wo6gl]

Long live the " Rev" one of the best rock drummer's!

[@Dreveryn]

The bands name Avenged Sevenfold, abbreviated A7X comes from the bible: Genesis 4: 13-15 13: Cain said to the LORD, "My punishment is more than I can bear. 14 :Today you are driving me from the land, and I will be hidden from your presence; I will be a restless wanderer on the earth, and whoever finds me will kill me." 15: But the LORD said to him, "Not so; if anyone kills Cain, he will suffer vengeance seven times over." Then the LORD put a mark on Cain so that no one who found him would kill him.

[@twindle00]

Their name “avenged sevenfold” actually comes from the book of genesis where it’s says that a crime committed in revenge shall be avenged seven fold. A lot of their earlier music has heavy biblical influence that you would never notice without a deep dive into the lyrics

[@Dreveryn]

RIP to the Rev. A7X was one of my favorite bands up until he passed. Still love them, just hits different now and my music taste has evolved. Most of the tracks you should start with, with a couple exceptions, should be from the "Live in the LBC" concert dvd. As a military kid, you should absolutely do Gunslinger. But also check out Critical Acclaim, Scream, Beast and the Harlot, Bat Country, Almost Easy, and A Little Piece of Heaven all the live versions in the LBC. Also recommend Nightmare, Hail to the King, Afterlife, and Brompton Cocktail. Shit, just listen to their self-titled album and City of Evil all the way through. Peak A7X era in my opinion. Edit: man I really miss listening to the Rev. Dude was such a massive talent, if he was alive today with an extra decade of touring experience, and the modern influence of some of the insane techniques today, he'd easily be my favorite drummer I think. He was so naturally gifted; I just remember the old webclip of him recording Almost Easy in one take. Sorry kind of reminiscing the old days for a moment.

[@snitchex5087]

yeah this song was tribute so more calm than their other material, they have some amazing bangers, if u would like to do more more avenged sevenfold try: bat country (official music video) beast and a harlot (official music video) critical acclaim (live in lbc) afterlife (live in lbc)

[@MegsD79]

One of my favorite Avenged Sevenfold songs. Very emotional live! I've seen them twice live but this song was only played once.

[@b-money5821]

Saw them play this live at the forum and man when a band can have a sold out venue, with their phone lights in the air and in tears…. It was beautiful

[@samcole6407]

I saw them live in 2011 on there nightmare after Christmas tour and they played this song and it was the most emotional thing to watch and listen to.

[@jerodwatts3062]

RIP Rev 🥲 foREVer. Also, what I always got from the band name, Avenged Sevenfold was like, avenged 7 fold, 7 times. Being avenged 7 times the amount.

[@denickisandels]

I became a fan after my son passed away. I knew he loved the group so I checked them out and love them now. Love "Afterlife" & "Hail To The King" as well. Great reaction 😊❤🎉

[@Jennifer_615]

May God bless you and your family❤❤❤

[@ThreshmanEntertainment]

I’m so sorry for the loss of your son for sure

[@nikral7486]

sorry for your loss your son had great taste in music thats for sure and im sure he is looking over you

[@tedjohnson2091]

Afterlife, Hail to the King. So many

[@thenightskyeofficial]

This was more of a one off for them. Due to their drummer passing away, they dedicated the album that this song was on, to him. Usually they are quite a bit heavier than this. But no where near as heavy as Lorna Shore so I think you'll enjoy their stuff!

[@Jen-in-Texas]

You’ve got to react to their songs “Seize the Day” and “Dear God”. Those two will knock your socks off!

[@jess_Bond]

I like "the beast and the harlot". This was a great reaction I'm glad you enjoyed this song. I'm sure you'll figure out this song is about their drummer who passed away.

[@nikral7486]

R.I.P the rev. what a lovely tribute to him this song will never fail to make me cry

[@dillonsronce2583]

Dedicated to the original drummer. Jimmy the rev. R.i.p.

[@melaniecarol6019]

this song got me through the un-aliving of my uncle by his own hand. can still bring me to tears.

[@VerchielxKanda]

You DEFINITELY should have read the description. This was a tribute to their drummer The Rev. He passed away back in the early 2000s.

[@93kingu]

Excellent reaction! I'm 52 and if the proverbial "creek" rises, I'll swim to shore. Keep up the great work Pegaus.

[@martinarscott3524]

"Save Me" off the Nightmare album is my favourite song of all time

[@carissamarple]

RIP REV ❤ They get a lot harder than this. But they're amazing. Definitely palatable. Please do more of A7X 🙏

[@ST3W4]

You need to check out the rock back Three Days Grace. "I Hate Everything About You" is one of my favorite songs by them. It was also the first song I learned to play on guitar. Also check out their song "Pain"

[@kennethmoore427]

I’ve been watching reactions for two plus years now. Avenged Sevenfold are my favorite reactions next to Ren. They are the best musicians in rock. Their best song and videos, Hail to the King, The Stage, Cosmic, and Nobody. Their guitarist is the best in the world in my opinion. They can do any style, metal, country, nu metal, progressive. My favorite song by them is Cosmic

[@GarylIl]

Kinda crazy for this to be your first a7x song because it isn't their typical sound/style... but it's also typical for them to branch out and explore so in a way it is. I'd recommend trying The Stage, it has an amazing video and message and curious if you'd vibe with them on a heavier track.

[@nolanhelpa903]

More Avenged yessir! 🤟

[@VIV1Do]

if you are looking for similar songs (not "heavy") from them you can check out "Roman Sky" and "Dear God". in general they got alot of songs related to the military like "MIA", "Gunslinger", "Danger Line".

[@joshuahallett6235]

Recommendations for A7F future reactions: Dear God, Hail to the King, and Little Piece of Heaven

[@Jen-in-Texas]

Dear God is so good!

[@stevefilley9765]

Love Avenged Sevenfold

[@brianclark3102]

RIP Rev. Brother, I'm up in Denver. AF veteran myself and my wife is a marine brat. Would love to hang out and show you some more music outside your norm. Cheers

[@andylastname566]

After my cousin passed away, i cant watch this without almost breaking down in tears.

[@rheath329]

HAIL TO THE KING,,,next

[@ryanraju6774]

This and Chester Bennington and Joey jordinsons death are the three in music that always shatter my heart. I can't hear this song without crying

[@guilhermeamorim904]

Avenged Sevenfold Live from LBC - A Little Piece of Heaven

[@JonNo86]

It's interesting that you're like the only reactor that didn't understand that it was a memorial/tribute song to their drummer. Bro you're usually so good about catching stuff like this!

[@olwheelman5799]

"Bat country" was the first song of theirs I heard, and its probably my favorite. The name Avenged Sevenfold likely comes from: God says that if anyone should kill Cain, vengeance will be taken on him Sevenfold.

[@irenestubbings7856]

A tribute to Rev the drummer. One of my all time favourite songs. Avenged 7 fold is from the bible.

[@QaTeRPee]

Damn, Sevenfold would be an absolute blast of a dive. Glad you stumble upon them. ^_^ If I were you I would listen to 1 or 2 songs of each album they have put out, so to appreciate their musical evolution through the years. Have a nice Year man!

[@ShermTheGerm17]

RIP the Rev he was an amazing drummer but this is my favorite song from them ! Can’t wait for this rabbit hole !!!

[@Crimson_Iris]

This was a tribute song to their late drummer "The Rev". You'll see on the neck of the lead guitar where the frets are, it says "The Rev" with a cross. And on the acoustic guitar strap it says "foREVer".

[@alancraig782]

Absolutely agree with the screamo stuff and I love all forms of music. Rap and rock are phases I've been through big time since the 90's. I've seen Avenged Sevenfold once in Glasgow around 2018 and they were incredible. I'd love to see them again. If you understand their history and work ethic you understand why they've got such a huge following.

[@BrandonWestfall]

Critical Acclaim is my favorite A7X song but they have a massive catalogue of hits.

[@robertcoultas5978]

Hey Black P. This is a tune that holds a lot of sentiment for me. I'm sure Don would love this track too. Thanks for the content, the freestyles and the reactions, oh, and congrats on the new addition to your beautiful family. All the love in the world from the UK. Peace x

[@michaelmchone9239]

The Stage is 🔥Deep lyrics and video friend

[@mariecharles878]

R.I.P Rev gone but never forgotten 😢😢😢

[@rickoachmadalfiansyach6664]

RIP The Rev i love you so much

[@18jhanley1]

I been a fan for 20 years now since 04 I want you to react to more of their songs they are pretty good

[@joshuahallett6235]

R.I.P. Rev we miss you

[@danieljmalwitz]

Too many songs to choose from, but I’d go with Afterlife next. Or anything on their self-titled album.

[@skater61991]

The guys are amazing. Another huge hit of theirs is Beast and the Harlot. Which is another side to them!

[@mackmakesathing1142]

Look into bat country. A great song by avenged back when rev was still killing it on the drums.

[@StevelandCleamer]

The entire city of evil album is one of my Mount Rushmore albums🔥🔥

[@i603iGames]

Afterlife by Avenge seven fold is a really good track!

[@douglasmaynor1420]

Check out "Afterlife" live the long beach concert!

[@saravh5456]

Oh my youth coming back! They have so many good songs!

[@surprenant52]

Not the typical avenged song. But a beautiful tribute and a great gateway to an amazing band

[@GhostQuartz]

RIP The Rev. I think about him time and time again. We miss you.

[@robert_5974]

Used a VPN to watch, f wmg lol. Avenged Sevenfold = Avenged 7 times and shortened to A7X, this song is very radio friendly. A lot of their music is harder than this one so I would think that's why this one had so much more reach bc the harder stuff turns people away immediately if they don't like it like that. Really happy you liked it.

[@johndodig4484]

They became more radio friendly. They're first couple of albums are more screaming. The songs chapter 4 and second heartbeat are good examples.

[@isaiahrodriguez66]

Hail to the king is fantastic, so is buried alive

[@Will-xn2wg]

If I could tell you I love you for this tribute I would but I can't we all give love to the late great with rev but I appreciate it thank you love you

[@northernmiteryx1193]

As every says it’s for the rev their drummer. Also not there is no drummer in the studio with them. Very nice touch. Basically saying no one will replace him and fill his shoes.

[@lisaheathcock7924]

RIP REV 🖤💔🤘🔥

[@coreyrees840]

R.I.P The Rev

[@andy60234]

RIP Rev.

[@taller1443]

Been a big fan of Avenged Sevenfold. Glad to see you're enjoying them @Black Pegasus

[@tysont7059]

Check out their song "NOBODY"

[@dymsdimas9377]

love the reaction❤️

[@metalrob0321]

To be real about it as I was watching this I found out this year that a best friend of mine I grew up with I loved her actually fell in love with her but anyways I found out she died two years ago but I didn't know until this year and it's been devastating to me like just now I was singing it but I kept looking up and blowing kisses because I miss her so much and I loved her with all my heart and so this song hits harder for me now than it did when I first heard it when it came out so yeah great song great reaction

[@NickyShelby_]

The meaning of the song to me for 12 years change after the death of my father

[@8dayssooner]

This is not their typical style at all as it was a tribute to their former drummer, The Rev. Definitely worth a deep dive. R.I.P. The Rev. A talent gone far too soon.

[@emerje0]

You should listen to Bad Wolves - "Remember When", it's in the same vein, but not a happy song. It's metal, but has a totally different hip hop vibe since it's mostly about the then lead singer Tommy Vext growing up as a black kid in Brooklyn and nearly being murdered by his twin brother who is currently serving time in prison for it.

[@tamiramos5873]

I didn't read all the comments but to answer your question about what Avenged Sevenfold means...it was taken from scripture as follows: Genesis 4:24 24 If Cain's revenge is sevenfold, then Lamech's is seventy-sevenfold." 24 If someone who kills Cain is punished seven times, then the one who kills me will be punished seventy-seven times!” Basically, the New King James Version says - "If Cain shall be avenged sevenfold, Then Lamech seventy-sevenfold.” The band makes several religious references in a few of their songs. For example, the song "The Beast and the Harlot" is a story about Babylon and its hedonistic ways. Please do that video too. Its visually stimulating. This song was originally being written for the lead guitarists grandmother's who had passed away. The entire album began while The Rev was still alive. But by the end when things were winding down and Jimmy passed what would be the final added song to Matt (lead singer) the Rev would die 3 days later and with that, Fiction, sung by Jimmy and So Far Away - re-written for Jimmy - would be added to the album and finally released in the year following Jimmy's death on 28 December 2009. The Nightmare album was released 23 July 2010. If you search, you can find demos that include Jimmy but no finalized recording. The drumming was done by Dream Theaters, Mike Portnoy. Fiction is not usually the song most people react to because if they did, they could see a message about not forgetting me when I'm gone and then the direct response in So Far Away. Jimmy sang Fiction and they added Matt's singing for the final copy to be added to the album. If you watch the Nightmare video, you will see reference to Jimmy as well. His drum set appears at the end and some of the references are a response to some items found in the video for Afterlife. Both music videos were directed by Wayne Isham. A very good cinematographer. Loved the reaction. Hope you do more from this band.

[@k3ndo]

Another great one! - Thank you for the content. We need to know where you got that Hoodie!

[@jgonzgolf]

Pegasus you want one that’s gonna hit the feels? You being of a military family you got hear “Gunslinger”. I’m a marine corps veteran so trust me when I say you wanna hear this one.

[@SuperDevilDucky]

I recommend the stage next! A7X is my favorite band. The songs I think you would actually like are the stage, MIA, and maybe even Nobody.

[@AngB517]

We went to their concert in 2011, 3 years after I lost my Mama, the concert was 4 days before her birthday and M. Shadows (Matt Sanders) dedicated it to all of those that had lost someone. I was bawling. They had a projection of that shot of The Rev (Jimmy Sullivan) hugging the guys behind the drum kit. 💔 They do have many many great songs, personally for me Little Piece of Heaven is not one I enjoy. Dear God, Seize The Day, Almost Easy, Bat Country, Buried Alive, Carry On (from Call of Duty) and so many more. . .. and while I do love the Live in the LBC version of Critical Acclaim there's some lyrics that aren't sung in the live that are in the Official Audio. Syn always has crazy guitar solos, but Zacky and Johnny are right there with him in the rhythm guitar and bass. The Rev was an awesome drummer, and I am glad they asked Mike Portnoy from Dream Theater to play their Welcome To The Family (another great song on the Nightmare album) Tour because Jimmy was a fan of Mike. 🤘 I don't know what their religious beliefs are (nor do I care) but Avenged Sevenfold is from the OT of the bible. I do remember that from an interview.

[@mylarhyrule904]

Avenged sevenfold…. Nightmare is probably their biggest flames

[@dianejones8225]

❤️‍🔥🤘🏼. More of them please

[@TheSchizo2]

You got an amazing rabbit hole here with A7X. I will say there are some songs they have that have more emotion and feel to them if you watch the live versions. 2 live shows in particular that feature all of these songs are Live in the LBC 2008, and Live at Rock AM Ring 2011. The one in 2008 is "to me personally" their peak performance when The Rev was still with them "RIP". The 2011 show "again to me" was their peak for after they lost The Rev.

[@JimBob_McRob]

Okay, now you can jump into "Unholy Confessions" original video. 😃🤘 I'm a Metallica fan from the 80s (old head) and realized these guys are the real deal. Technically amazin musicians, performers and songwriters (imho). Saw them about 10 years ago after the Rev passed. They have a new album out now. Can't go wrong going down this rabbit hole.

[@EntryLevelGaming]

I'll come here again every time you react to avenged sevenfold

[@zaloserrano]

R.I.P Rev

[@dillonsronce2583]

You should check out their songs seize the day and dear God. I wouldn't be surprised if you liked those two.

[@deadassdgaf100]

RIP James "Jimmy" (The Reverend Bartholomew Plague) Sullivan 🥁🤘🏼💀

[@Ryan-ws3yf]

Great reaction as always. 🙏🙏I want to thank your father for his 20+ years of service. It's very much appreciated.🙏🙏 As a military kid, you should check out the 90s grunge band Alice in Chains and their song Rooster. It's about the guitar player's father serving in Vietnam. Either way, keep it up.

[@GrandpaOCE]

lost my brother almost 2 years ago and man it doesn't get easier

[@BD-zs5zd]

Whoever set you up with a lorna shore video to react to was crazy. Theyre super heavy compared to what you started with lmao 🤣

[@chrislynn27]

One of my favorite of all time bands. A7X very diverse and extensive catalog. I would start with Unholy Confessions, Beast and the Harlot, and when you're nice and settled in, A Little Piece of Heaven.

[@fatboy1271]

And the Lord said he would avenge the death of Cain sevenfold to any who did him harm .. something like that. My understanding is that both Iron Maiden and Metallica have requested that Avenged be their opening acts multiple times... As an 80s Metalhead, I believe they carried that torch into the next generation 🤘🤘

[@frederickhale6495]

You definitely should react to more avenged sevenfold songs like city of evil, beast and the harlot, nightmare, fiction and save me all amazing song and so many more that are absolutely incredible. RIP FoREVer

[@marbella135]

14 years today without the Rev. FoREVer.

[@Devdor]

Tribute to their late drummer rip Jimmy “the rev” Sullivan you definitely need to do more A7X

[@mendronesg]

The drummer doesn't show on any of the "in studio" shots. 😢

[@Jennifer_615]

RIP THE REV❤🔥❤🔥❤🔥❤🔥❤ #A7X

[@Alacarte0421]

Man, you have to do Hail to the King - Anthem for sure

[@johncarpenter3751]

More more more Avenged Sevenfold. The Stage should be next! RiP Rev FoREVer

[@kaynesheldon4905]

Emotional but beautiful

[@tortadedisrespect]

Hits harder when you know what's up. Idk what the band name means but i assume it means Avenged X7

[@0x2A_]

Is it to soon to bring up 'A little piece of heaven'? This song, imo, is their most 'listenable' song for the masses which is why it is the most viewed but as a fan, and a fan of the genre, it is far from their best song! A good song to introduce you to them though I guess :)

[@StevelandCleamer]

Too soon 😂