MUSIC DIRECTOR REACTS | Genshin Impact - Rage Beneath the Mountains (Part 2)

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[@DrumRollTonyReacts]

⏩ Video Question: Do you prefer Rage Beanath the Mountains OR Ode to Azhdaha??? For live content catch me on Twitch. www.twitch.tv/drumrolltony

[@DianitaSan05]

My favorite part is Rage Beneath the Mountains, however, I think together are a excellent masterpiece, that has to be listened one after the other because represents both parts of the battle the first one meeting for the first time to Azhdaha, the second one when he its getting stronger and the battle is more chaotic.

[@christophergirard8437]

Rage Beneath the Mountains is my favorite Genshin track !

[@tawlney]

Both are great, but Rage Beneath the Mountains has it's drop just happen to coincide with the cool part in the game for most people (not speed runners)

[@hundvd_7]

Pure music-wise I prefer Ode to Azhdaha, but Rage Beneath the Mountains becomes even better when some of the best leitmotifs of the game's soundtrack crop up

[@Jev_the_fluorescent_shrimp]

Both are great!

[@t0bikage]

The best part of Genshin music is that you get different regional influences for each in-game region. This particular boss fight theme is in a region that in influenced by ancient chinese cluture and so you have bits of chinese instruments in there.

[@DrumRollTonyReacts]

That's so cool

[@annaairahala9462]

@@DrumRollTonyReacts To add to this, the lyrics for this track are Chinese, inspired by the verses of Chu Ci For the Scaramouche battle theme the lyrics are mainly Latin but with a couple lines of Japanese as well

[@chemseddinedjouama4115]

Enkanomya is the only one with no regional theme . It's just a lost place with forgotten past.

[@scareflare7553]

​​@@annaairahala9462 yes, the traditional language used was an ancient Chinese language [Chuciti] used around 200 BC, most people can't understand it without translation.

[@McGallagher32]

​@@chemseddinedjouama4115 Enkanomiya is inspired by ancient Greece, just look at all those NPCs' names & references

[@DrumRollTonyReacts]

LOL I rewound a LOT in this one the music was so good. Sorrrrrrryyyyyyyy 👀😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@babaloo526]

Don't worry about it. We're here for your analysis and opinion anyways.

[@freemoneycash664]

It’s alright we are here for your tack on the music so it’s your choice if you want to or not

[@freemoneycash664]

You should do la signora next

[@tamtemtom5021]

You should react to la signora battle music next. That's my favorite genshin music!

[@torbjornlindholmes2401]

Genshin music never disappoints. A reaction to the official Genshin music video for Duel in the Mist (Inazuma OST Battle Theme) would be right up your alley. When I first saw that video my mind exploded! The level of care for different cultures and the way Hoyo-MiX can blend musical influences is second to none. As a fellow Band-Maid fan, I have to also let you know that Hoyo-MiX got the band to do an instrumental cover of the Dawn Winery track at their 2022 Genshin Concert, check it out!

[@ColrathD]

Yu-Peng Chen is the lead composer for all Genshin Impact OST. I think he's doing something amazing with Genshin's music. All of his work combined feels like the next evolution of what a live music is capable of. I would love the opportunity to hear these OSTs in a concert hall. I have the feeling that would be an experience I would never forget. I have only been listening to Genshin's music for a little over a year, but it feels so nostalgic like I have been listening to it my whole life.

[@ColrathD]

Also, I think Die Mittsommernacht-Fantasie has to be one of my favorites. It really is something special.

[@jeaneku]

@@ColrathD That is a amazing single!!

[@FireBlueZ]

Nope, not anymore. He is still the lead composer BUT he is no more the composer for all Genshin ost.

[@averageharambelover3541]

@@FireBlueZ then who is?

[@HawksDellas]

@@averageharambelover3541 hoyo-mix

[@tempest1224]

That "voice" was actually an Erhu, which is a traditional musical instrument of China.

[@DrumRollTonyReacts]

Ahhhh, sweet

[@roku666_]

everytime i hear this music, i also hear THERE'S NO ATONEMENT FOR A THOUSAND YEAR PAIN !!!

[@vignesh306]

IT IS TIME MORAX

[@ftdraglet1753]

YOU DARE OVERSTEP YOUR MORTAL AUTHORITY!!!

[@Calvin704704]

YOU'RE STANDING ON TOP OF YOUR GRAVE, THOUGH YOU KNOW IT NOT

[@chigo999]

Listening to this while getting slaughtered by Azhdaha in Coop makes the pain much much bearable. Glad you loved it!

[@doriangreg1601]

They knew I wouldn’t have fought this boss if the music wasn’t such a banger

[@yuki97kira]

Me crying, while my teammate is tanking the stomp, and im trying to heal them before they die: banger music, dude

[@bondrewddd5076]

Great reaction, i cant wait for more genshin music reactionnnn btw 12:20 it was "erhu" a traditional chinese string instrument not a high pitched voice :>

[@annaairahala9462]

It's the voice in the music, which isn't always a human singing. Voice in music often refers to the main melodic instrument, which in this song is the Erhu! He may have meant it literally, but either way he was actually correct to call it the voice there

[@HarmoneaSinn]

@@annaairahala9462 He literally said "I think someone is singing".... a correction was warranted

[@megaconure]

This is the one that blows everyone's minds, and one of my favorite pieces to watch various youtubers react to. Literally no one expects it to go the way it does and man does it hit hard Edit: awesome analysis! I learn something new from every react I watch, I never noticed all those triplets throughout the song and I’ve fought this guy hundreds of times lol

[@deltadeltaa]

14:24 This theme is for a boss battle with an old dragon created from rocks and crystals from a region that is based on ancient China, who was sealed for thousands of years due to him losing his mind (eroded). He used to protect the region and devoted himself to the person who ended up sealing them after he lost his mind and caused chaos to the region instead. That's why the title is called rage beneath the mountains :)

[@draqc9101]

Next You should react Fischl Domain Battle Theme "die mittsommernacht-fantasie". They're mixed Classical music with Modern instrument so good

[@Mark-bc1ej]

THIS ^

[@colinrichardson9537]

True

[@caldarinavyfleet]

Best battle track (not including boss themes), you cant convince me otherwise.

[@aethernity8270]

This please this

[@hikari9262]

@@caldarinavyfleet One of the best. I can't rank a single track as number 1. Definitely multiple tracks deserve to be at the top.

[@_dragonflies_]

The "voice" sounds like a keyboard because it's not actually a voice, but a traditional Chinese string instrument, I think it's called 'erhu'

[@Mennion3]

Imagine, Genshin having such great music but has never been nominated for Best Music in the Video Game Awards. It's a travesty.

[@cainiaowu]

Because it is a Chinese Gacha game, "they cant have great music", right guys?

[@lagzy30]

It's mostly bc Genshin is still not finished. They only nominate finished scores I think

[@SriTheGuy]

@@lagzy30 then we wont see genshin on best music in vga until 2025 lol when the game finally gets nominated, they absolutely slay the competition

[@leinad6030]

Genshin music is great. Not just the hype boss music, but the great ost when you visit a new city like Port Ormos, or the character themes. The variety is huge and are a blessing for my ears.

[@Lonerzyyy]

It's a shame it's not the full version, but that doesn't hurt, the climax isn't missing. What's missing is an orchestral prelude to the beginning. It's very big, evil, epic like the classical Godzilla. (from Translation software)

[@DrumRollTonyReacts]

Oh that's too bad. I'll have to check that out

[@shadowfan8217]

He made a separate reaction to the first phase though

[@shrimpyshrimp2243]

@@DrumRollTonyReacts you did lol! ode to azdaha is the first part :)

[@aleh9814]

When does this theme play in the game? You are fighting a giant dragon that you end up learning (after the fight) is a fallen hero from hundred years ago, which imo makes this song hit harder when you rematch him.

[@DianitaSan05]

Genshin impact have a lot of marvelous Boss-Themes, my fav are Caelestinum Finale Termini (Dvalin's Theme), Symphony of Boreal Wind (Boreas's Theme), La Signora Theme (part 1 and 2), Tartaglia theme (part 1 and 2). And apart from that is the music of the rest of the game, there's a lot to choose from. I admire a lot to Yu-Peng Chen and the Hoyo-Mix team, they give us so many beautiful pieces so far.

[@averageharambelover3541]

Don't forget about Raiden's theme

[@Dev2n]

Rage beneath the mountain just gives me that “time to beat a primordial being” energy. And I need it considering that fight can be wild

[@matiaslangon6799]

This is actually played in phase 2 of Azhdaha boss fight, meaning Ode to Azhdaha actually transitions to this theme during the fight.

[@Jesses001]

I think the "voice" you mention hearing is actually a erhu, a traditional Chinese instrument. It has two strings and sound wise has been described as a Chinese violin, though it is played more like a cello.

[@alexjames6381]

Rewinds are no problem for me. I’m here to watch a musical analysis, not listen to the song for the first time. Rewind as much as you think is necessary, that’s what makes this channel great!

[@sara_s1737]

You have to hear Signora boss theme and Childe boss theme all phases too please!! They are all very good and they all actually feel like the character they are about

[@giupondchester1273]

The choir gives me chills every time! There's a genshin concert where they performed it live, i suggest watching it, It's so hype i swear Also you need to listen to Die Mittsommernacht-Fantasie (Fischl domain theme) and break it down it's such a top tier battle track i can't comprehend it

[@Ikcatcher]

Every time you think Genshin can’t top it’s music, they just give you five more

[@matthewstone500]

I’ve noticed Yu-peng Chen loves putting triplets into the battle themes.

[@emanwe01]

Rhythmically, triplet patterns give you a lot that you can play around with.

[@Ren10Alien]

That "voice" you're talking about is an instrument called an erhu! It's a gorgeous instrument with a really rich tone

[@tommynobaka]

I recommend combat beneath the waves, Inazuma, Journey into sweet dreams, Undersea encounters, say my name. All beautiful pieces of music from Genshin as well. The whole OST doesn't miss, it's incredible

[@Felderk5]

Azhdaha is a big bad earth dragon dude. You can really feel it in the music with the loud notes and percussion

[@nanoha007]

Almost all song of Genshin were composed by Yu Peng Chen and his team. This guy is truely a genius, a legend, making countless good music BTW how is this forth or fifth song of Genshin reacted? youtube only shows 3?

[@HunterSteel29]

This piece, Part 2 plays during the second phase of Azhdaha's Boss Battle when he changes to his first elemental form and begins saturating the battle with Area of Effect attacks before he becomes vulnerable again. The last part of the song comes up just before he switches to his third stage if the battle even goes on that long. You should look at Honkai Impact 3rd's OST as well, specifically the Song "Befall". Can also take a look at Cyberangel or Moon Halo. All exceptional songs from Genshin's big sister, Honkai Impact 3rd.

[@fkafka5024]

The string showed up in this piece is a traditional instrument called erhu

[@ryancopetti3850]

That moment when you do a boss fight without resin just to listen to this masterpiece. My favorite song in genshin. Nothing could top it so far imo

[@orion5276]

"There is no atonement for a thousand years of pain!" "The enraged earth will not absolve you!"

[@Cwronaga216]

You definitely need to check out the full battle theme for tartaglia

[@annaairahala9462]

I highly recommend playing the game to get the full experience! It's great

[@chenmei3133]

I'm excited for this one!

[@byonty886]

not only genshin has stunning boss fight ost, but every single ost is so beautiful, for me is one of the game with overall the best music you should listen their concert versions on youtube too, even in ypur spare time if you can :)

[@echidnn]

la signora next?)

[@memoriesbrokenthetruthgoes9105]

Yes

[@Liz_Bundy_ART]

lets go!!!! this is my favourite boss theme, once you enter in the world of genshin's music you cannot scape ♥ welcome to the club ;)

[@bunsinvasion751]

So as a genshin and Honkai (other game that hoyoverse created) player, we often like to call Hoyoverse a music/animation company that does game on the side. Don't get me wrong, the game is good...just that their music and animation is what sticks to us. Really glad you reacted to this, hopefully I'll see you reacting more to both Genshin and Honkai. You can also try checking out the character trailers, a lot of them have great music as well.

[@zhou4931]

So this is your first time hearing an erhu i see

[@DR_REDACTED]

Azhdaha is an ancient Earth Dragon and the Overlord of the Geovishaps (a eny type in game.) he was once an ally of the Geo Archon (god) Morax, erosion and conflict with humanity led him to be sealed away in the Chasm.

[@yannlee7821]

To put in simplest form. This is a battle theme of a fallen hero.

[@hos_7711]

l feel like you would enjoy Die Mittsommernacht-Fantasie it mixes classical music with modern quite well.

[@meh7808]

Genshin is really lucky to have Chen compose all these amazing soundtracks.

[@schnob]

My absolute favorite Genshin song is Never-Ending Performance. Although there are many insane ones in that game.

[@ShanMichaelEscasio]

What's going on in the game with this music? So, to answer your question, This is a boss theme music and as a musician myself, I also think this is the most epic boss music i've ever heard. Basically, this music is the sequel to the Ode to Azdaha you also gave reaction to. That one was the music for the Azdaha boss phase one. And when he does his Elemental Transformation (this boss can manipulate elements, two of the 7 elements in genshin) when his HP drops to 50%, the transition music also triggers (this one). It makes fighting that boss weekly all the more worth it. P.s: in genshin, after you beat a story boss, they will be open in the overworld/trounce domain to be challenged for their material drops which are used to ascend the characters or their talent/skill levels.

[@Ashen-One1]

Childe (Tartaglia) theme next please! Either that or Signora's. You'll be blown away.

[@A.I.Sharia]

Cant pause 11:40 ahahaha i feel that part.

[@irmoony]

The choir is singing in Chinese, btw! The lyrics are an ancient Chinese poem, if I'm not mistaken.

[@bernabeangeler2918]

I love this ♥️, you have good taste in music

[@akaliyue]

A lot of people in the comment are talking about the song and the composer, why don't I fill you in on what's happening in the game as you asked. Azhdaha is a blind stone dragon, granted eyes by the Geo Archon Zhongli thousands of years ago. He promised to stand by the Geo Archon and fought through the Archon War with him. However, as time passed, erosion happens even on the most solid rock. As human society begin to rise, people mine to build, and the sound of mining left Azhdaha restless. Azhdaha suffering from the sound of mining and erosion was eventually driven mad. He forgot the promise he has made to the Geo Archon, the promise that he will coexist with the humans, hence he attacked the humans. That left Zhongli no choice but to seal him away under the ground. This is the battle music of Azhdaha, awoken and seeking revenge on the Geo Archon. It is quite sad, they used to be best friends, and he used to be the protector of the people, but now Azhdaha lost all that memory and thinks he is the enemy of the Geo Archon and his people. There is a short cutscene video that explains the relationship between Azhdaha and Geo Archon before they turned against each other : kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXjSdn6fgdSGbNU Maybe this is why some parts of the music sound really dark and vengeful and other parts sound proud and righteous.

[@epipia1996]

ty for the analysis! these videos rlly stop and make me listen to the music carefully to distinguish all the layers. for recommendations, i'd love to hear your analysis on any of the sumeru battle themes, such as swirls of shamsir or rhymes of vale--they feature a lot of interesting percussion-- the music from that region draws a lot from hindustani & carnatic rhythms and music traditions which gives the tracks a lot of flavor.

[@Aya_21387]

Genshin OST is composed by Yu-Peng Chen. All of it, I think.

[@Hoolahups]

He is the head composer, each region he has 10+ subcomposers who work with him

[@mayureshjoshi4075]

The natural progression after azadaha boss battle music is Signora boss battle music and Raiden boss battle music

[@lilypadsid942]

Behold!! Yu Peng Chen the music archon!

[@JustAnotherAppole]

And... Venti! :D *You Peng Chen obv better lol

[@iostar7290]

I loved your analysis, thank you for the great video

[@biaroca]

Should've gone for the live version for this half! You can even see how the traditional chinese instruments are and the lyrics are translated! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqTZnWOphr13gqs

[@DrumRollTonyReacts]

Oh sweet! Guess I gotta do it again 🤷 😅👏😜

[@stivenlazo9196]

Ya no puedo esperaaaaaar!!!!

[@mohamedmuse498]

Btw ITS JUST ONE COMPOSER FOR EVERY GENSHIN SOUNDTRACK !!!! YU-PENG CHAN IS INCREDIBLE

[@clementine5366]

there’s actually more than one but i think he’s the main one

[@dreznovk]

No, while most of the tracks are composed by Yu-peng Chen, there're still involvements from other Hoyomix artists. For example most of the chasm battle music is composed by different hoyo-mix artists, some teaser/demo was composed by Dimeng Yuan like Kazuha, Ayaka, Yoimiya or Xin Zhao with Thoma...

[@annaairahala9462]

This just straight up isn't true. Feel sorry for the other great composers working at hoyo-mix... Yu peng chen is the main composer, but he's working with a team

[@sunny_896]

You can watch the Genshin concert by the way!!!

[@nomnom3488]

I can't wait to see you react to more of Genshin Impact's insanely good ost

[@crimsonhawk52]

You have to check out Xenoblade 3's soundtrack. "Keves Battle" is the combat theme, bass slaps, big flute duet feature, really fun

[@dazz_2d]

i have zhongli just to spend time in the boss battle and enjoy this

[@dalk880]

Signoras battle theme plsss !! U will love it for sure and it also has a guitar

[@ShanMichaelEscasio]

This is my most favorite of all the boss themes in genshin. I like this more than the first phase azdaha.

[@tersainox]

"Suffering of parting" The best

[@iviecarp]

Thumbs up for saying that songs require lyrics and the rest are pieces of music. Major pet peeve of mine xD

[@deivitcosta3852]

I look forward to seeing your opinion on the song 'Symphony of Boreal Wind', it is my favorite song on the Genshin Impact OST.

[@frogiedancer]

you should also check [GENSHIN CONCERT Special Edition - Reflections of Spring] seeing traditional chinese instruments plyaed alongside other classical intruments is so amazing. and [Duel in the Mist - Inazuma OST Battle Theme MV] is pretty epic too

[@jiminisnotonfire7125]

the voice isnt actually a voice its a chinese instrument lol azhdaha is based in Liyue which is supposed to be like China region

[@27455628]

The youtube video end recommendation tho 😂 Exactly like mine

[@bondrewddd5076]

next is childe boss battle theme plsss :>

[@kanarieV3]

all the tracks in Genshin are done by one person YuPeng-Chen hes basically a legend already from his tracks from Genshin

[@1621lionheart]

He is not alone anymore. I think after enkanomiya, they got more composers working together with Hoyo Mix. But yeah most of the music is Yu Peng Chen.

[@kanarieV3]

@@1621lionheart really? I heard that Zoe Cai did some of the music directing but wasnt YuPeng-Chen the only composer?

[@1621lionheart]

@@kanarieV3 Yes. The Chasm and the Fischl summer event tracks got other composers working with Yu Peng Chen. Die mittsommernacht fantasie is YiJunJiang and YuPengChen.

[@kanarieV3]

@@1621lionheart thats cool

[@nalu3430]

There is a traditional Chinese instrument in this piece that's called Ehru, you mistook it for a voice a few times, but is actually like a very ancient violin. 14:24 when this music plays in game, you are in a region of the map that is based on Chinese culture. You are underground fighting a giant ancient dragon called Azhdaha (btw It has one of the coolest designs from the game's bosses) This giant monster has been sealed in the depths of the earth for thousands of years by the god of geo (the god of the stone) . This god created the dragon a long time ago, but when the dragon became aggressive, the god of geo had to seal him away in a cave. In this chapter you have to help the god to fight this dragon that is trying to break free. In game you actually don't expect this boss fight at all, since it happens in one of the "side quest" that very rarely have bosses as epic as Azhdaha.

[@eon666xx]

I love the OST from this game is really cool

[@fabioavila8145]

you really need to react to every region main ost to see the differences on each region melody, there are all very good

[@newbie4789]

As far as I know, the key composer for Genshin Impact is Yu-Peng Chen...a Chinese composer

[@gogoboba7037]

master duel ost please, they have amazing ost like all of those AAA game

[@choccotacco4752]

Next, try signora battle theme, another masterpiece

[@newbie4789]

The Erhu and Guizhong (I think it called something like that. The Chinese string instrument)

[@Joubles]

Genshin Impacts music is gorgeous. Anything from the My Hero Academia soundtrack would be awesome to see as well.

[@michaelprimelp8819]

When you like this song, you most react to the La Signora boss soundtrack from Genshin Impact to oh and place as an complete video, this track kicks only when you listen it complete

[@FireBlueZ]

It's hard to say which is my favourite between this and LA signora boss soundtrack

[@IanDavid01]

If you're interested, you can check out the music from their other game Honkai Impact such as Fantasy Note, Sweet Trap or Infinite Ouroboros

[@phantomninja904]

Ya Hoyomix preaty much the best gaming ost studio. Yu-peng Chen is an amazing composer.

[@whyroo9842]

Should react to genshin impact concert 2021!!

[@Felderk5]

Cannot wait for more Genshin reacts!

[@ulisesfleitas2979]

Boreas boreal symphony theme genshin impact

[@xsergio_xo347]

All the themes that genshin impact has are influenced by the region in which the boss battle takes place. I would like to see your reaction to the Signora's Theme, she is a harbinger like scaramuche and her battle has 2 phases, first with cold tones and the second one better find out for yourself. I love your reactions, very good video!

[@tersainox]

La musica de Genshin impact es buenisima!❤

[@avatarxs9377]

You wont regret reacting to certain genshin song, theme of port Ormos, both day and night version. But personally I prefer more lively day version.

[@0420am]

Found your channel thru the AOT Suit reaction but got caught up in your Genshin reactions 😂If you're up to react to more genshin music, do consider the orchestra videos for Sumeru (kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKOzZJ-FaMZ6esk) and Inazuma (kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2XFoad_pL95eqc). They feature folk instruments from India/Middle East region (for Sumeru) and Japan (for Inazuma), definitely will love your take on the variety of music styles and different melodic/rhythmic textures !!

[@yenbrian249]

enkanomiya music next?

[@ProjectPhoenix21]

La Signora next. You will NOT regret it.

[@castronimussi6050]

La Signora theme all phases next

[@RipsawEV_2]

We need the full La - Signora Boss theme from Genshin 😭, pls🙏

[@KuroJinn1414]

Finally some genshin soundtracks Signora battle theme next plssss

[@bazal4714]

u can try watch genshin concert aniv 1th

[@veolinna_vanz]

I rekomend to react la Signora theme