Electric Swing Circus - EMPIRES

[@mb4456]

Thank you to the Hollow Knight fandom for introducing me to this song through the fittingly amazing MAP!

[@ShadeDaShade]

I found out bout' this song from the Hollow Knight MAP too!

[@Arion661]

Same here!

[@queen-lilyorjiako268]

Same here!

[@justnikocat]

Mate soul

[@hobodios]

is like if this song was made for the animation dude... they chose perfectly the track

[@keyman3131]

Came here from that Hollow Knight "Empires" video. Discovered two masterpieces at once :)

[@ShadeDaShade]

same.

[@bl.00p]

ahh yes a man of culture

[@queen-lilyorjiako268]

Wow a lot of people found it through that

[@kitsune971]

the hollow knight video and the song is GOD

[@PlatinumSceptile]

same

[@Xefox]

This is my favourite electro swing song at the moment

[@iloveomarvarela2680]

OMG the king

[@sebascraft6302]

whoever dislikes is delusional

[@Whiterabbit124]

This is my HANDS DOWN favourite song in entirely of Electro swing and the only reason I know about is August Mix 2018 (which sadly had been since taken down). You promised to re-up!

[@Xefox]

@@Whiterabbit124 And I don't break promises ;)

[@jorgepietro1723]

Hi bro

[@Healthywave99]

We need more bands like this and Caravan Palace

[@Dragonwing1991]

CyberOstrich try swingrowers :)

[@enderwormst6743]

Y E S

[@electricswingcircus]

Cheers guys, also check out Cut Capers - they have a new album out too! :-)

[@transfemcatgirl]

Yes But this isn't them lol

[@FreshlySqueezed]

@@electricswingcircus Thanks Tom xxx

[@Axel-zw4wj]

Thank you Hollow Knight for expanding my musical taste.

[@TheBluePhoenix008]

I refuse to believe these people aren't time travelers

[@lyraschneider6881]

Came here from the Hollow Knight MAP, and now you have a new super fan

[@kaylablanchette9983]

This song is like crack, I'm primarily a metal head and just discovered this genre and I cannot get enough

[@TheSkilfingar]

High five

[@esttrox5881]

Like Sabaton, I discovered this band through memes. And like Sabaton, I can't get enough of it.

[@mckidlet]

I'm a metal head too and i love electro swing, it's so good

[@DashhunterLP]

Hell yeah brother

[@ferdinandroig3460]

Now I'm vividly picturing a thrash metal version of this song 😂

[@GuilhermeSerran]

Electro Swing is the best music genre of the 21st Century so far. By far.

[@ibeyan]

Lately I've been digging electro swing a lot. In my humble opinion, some "electro swing" artists don't seem to put "electro" and "swing" together very well. Many of them are actually making very typical EDM with a bit added swing elements. Though I respect every artists' decision in making their own styles, that is not I looked for. And this one is a great example for balancing "electro" and "swing", it was superb. Keep swinging.

[@StardustLegend]

- Na most electro swing artist I’ve seen emphasize more of the swing elements imo, but honestly I haven’t heard one electro swing track I haven’t liked. Every artist is unique

[@reinhardtwilhelm835]

How about this video? kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4PCiIGPaa6ffbc Is it another one of your examples?

[@apersoninaplace6331]

I see a little of both sides to the extremes like Cut capers more orchestral style to Jamie berry's more electro lead. I like both. there is a point where their is too much electro for swing, but to me that's not too much a problem. it's alright by Dutty Moonshine Big Band is a good example of a electronic heavy instrumental.

[@The328th]

This song has been stuck in my head for days HELP ME

[@Powersd451]

Same and I've had to actively fight the urge to sing along at work.

[@stefansauvageonwhat-a-twis1369]

No

[@moss5455]

8 feel having this song stuck in your head is a blessing

[@xxizcrilexlxx1505]

NO ONE CAN HELP US

[@marchereve3280]

No ... Can you ear the call ?

[@IWLGaming]

Checking in from the Hollow Knight Community! Great song!!

[@Rin-jm1cl]

You can tell they had fun with this. I approve. Best New thing ALL WEEK!

[@e4999]

Erin Thomas omg they look like theyre having the absolute time of their lives when doing it live

[@velvetdrgn]

why don't they play stuff like this on the radio.

[@lordoftea2753]

Because it is good.

[@whatisup6969]

Because even the commercial jingles are more cultural lets be honest why not :)

[@jverlo]

Cause everybody would drive like crazy shits in their cars !

[@bmused55]

Too late, they already do!

[@mcderpeyes2925]

you only need to listen to the right stations :)

[@PhoenixFox5577]

This is now my new favorite music....100% thumbs up

[@retrolectrovideo]

...very dynamic track with positive vibes...

[@nbtbn]

It still blows my mind that this was written completely separately from Hollow Knight because HK wasn't even released then, and yet fits so perfectly

[@Night_Whity]

Or maybe they wrotr the lore about this song🤨

[@sirelderly]

Or ya know.....they made the animations to fit the song?

[@oliverboii7034]

Have you considered the faxt that the animation could be synced to the song instead of the song being synced to the animation for some reason

[@TheMisterDarknight]

It fits a surprising amount of things, like the American revolution

[@thatotherpirateguy8973]

@@sirelderly😮

[@Shindai]

There's not a single thing I dislike about this song or video. First song heard of this band, immediately subscribed and shared with friends.

[@veeah_]

Daniel Gould same!

[@mr.sandman1177]

Daniel Gould bro same

[@CaspieHappyWheel-LevelMaker]

the only issue I had was the fact that her dress gave me trypophobia

[@adeledunant4444]

Her hat in pasta in quite disturbing tho

[@dampseeker]

1:24 this guy gets it. he understood the assignment perfectly

[@_Alex_Terieur_]

Can you hear the call ? Do you recall your papa when he sat you on his knee Telling you the stories of everything he sees Parading other people, how they braved the battlefield Taking on an empire, fighting to be free Oh Papa, tell me what you saw Tan Tan Tara, can you hear the call ? Oh Papa, I can see it in your eye Tan Tan Tara, ba-bap-da-da Flying out the funnel, crackling on the radio Emergency connections on a telephone exchange "You've reached the operator, what's the reason for your call ?" Can you tell me what's the point in building empty empires now ? Oh Papa, tell me what you saw Tan Tan Tara, can you hear the call ? Oh Papa, I can see it in your eye Tan Tan Tara, ba-bap-da-da Oh, now, they know that a hundred years ago That they would build an empire strong Give it time, and these imaginary lines will fade away The battle goes around until we find a common ground What's the point in building empty empires now ? Oh Papa, tell me what you saw Tan Tan Tara, can you hear the call ? Oh Papa, I can see it in your eye Tan Tan Tara, ba-bap-da-da, ba-bap-da-da (Bridge) Oh Papa, tell me what you saw Tan Tan Tara, can you hear the call ? Oh Papa, I can see it in your eye Tan Tan Tara, ba-bap-da-da Oh, now, they know that a hundred years ago That they would build an empire strong Give it time, and these imaginary lines will fade away What's the point in building What's the point in building What's the point in building empty empires now ?

[@sheldoomgaming7479]

Colibris 27 thanks m8

[@jessicapinto3817]

Cheers mate!

[@furret7685]

This is why people need to contribute and put subtitles in videos

[@Stand_Tall]

OOM PA PA

[@scrapdog2113]

Stand Tall lmao

[@dianawebb7186]

This video never fails to make me smile because the band is clearly having so much fun just going ham.

[@MarkChimes]

Operator: "Hello, 911, what is the nature of your emergency?" ESC: "Can you tell me what's the point in building empty empires NOW?" Operator: "Are you aware that calling emergency services for reasons other than an emergency is illegal?"

[@nicoletelovejoy5565]

⚡️BREAKING NEWS: Cult following jazz band, Electric Swing Circus, has been charged with Wasting Police Time and now face jail time; fans outraged!

[@cryptocurrencytaxfraud617]

I think of this everytime I hear the song lmao

[@captainrocket9915]

Hollow Knight fandom incoming!

[@kingleanie]

one of the greatest songs ever made

[@Trizm707]

I have no Idea what "Hollow Knight" is, but I found this song playing "Synth Ryders" on my V.R. headset and cant get enough !! This music is just too good !

[@Anth-rj8sq]

Hollow knight is an indie game, and a group of about 40 people made an animation of the game and used this song

[@skelomemer]

then you need to play hollow knight

[@moonica_aaaaa]

My all time electro swing favorites!

[@austinmorrison6953]

Why do people not like Electroswing? It's fun, energizing, and impossible to not dance too!

[@RobloxianReminder]

Because poeple think that rap is 100x better and they rly have bad music taste

[@ninjaryry2]

ESC, i cant comprehend how every song you make becomes my favorite. i have listened to this song over 50 times in the last day. you guys never fail to impress me. thank you for your music ♡♡♡ i love you guys ♡♡♡

[@electricswingcircus]

Cheers :-) Much appreciated :-) x

[@ninjaryry2]

HOLY THIS WAS 7 MONTHS AGO ALREADY?? IT FEELS LIKE 1 MONTH ! ! ! Yet i still listen to this daily :O

[@ninjaryry2]

Nearly 9 ** wow i cannot math ~

[@naara1]

​@@ninjaryry2 wtf bro it was 6 years ago

[@xXblazmodzXx]

living with Chief introduced me to this song. awesome and hilarious series! I have NOT been able to stop listening to this song! it's SO good!

[@electricswingcircus]

This song introduced us to Living with Chief ;-) Love those guys

[@xXblazmodzXx]

Electric Swing Circus haha me too! Great job on this song! I listen to this constantly, haha

[@reinhardtwilhelm835]

I came here because of a couple of college friends recorded their everyday life with their hilarious good friend, lovable roommate, and has a STRONG HATRED for Garbage Bins, Master Chief. Anyone else?

[@sparrow1144]

the dances are so dorky. I love it

[@Redcrazykirby]

How comes I've never heard this song before ? It is bloody stuck in my head since days and I don't even want to complain !

[@geomagnus238]

Oh God, I really love this song 😍😍😍

[@randosmolperson3904]

idk why but this song gives princess and the frog vibes and I'm living for it also electro-swing is by far one of the best genres of music

[@tortoiseoflegends4466]

Because swing, along with a lot of music like jazz and blues, has it roots in black communities from that era in the US (Which princess And The Frog is set in.)

[@giotesta-su7ys]

I played this nonstop during the lockdowns here in Italy, definitely helped with the mood, I love this song and the band in general. Style and good music together

[@VoidyBoiii]

I don't know why but the line "give it time and these imaginary lines will fade away" Goes hard as fuck

[@mystery4147]

"Give it time and these imaginary lies will fade away." got stuck in my head for centuries! Keep up the good swing!

[@PavlockProducts]

I feel like the song is way to interesting and deep to have a lighthearted music video. From just the sound I envisioned a small child desperately curious about the now ancient wars that have been fought. So much so that the small innocent child doesn't even ask to talk to her father from the operator but just asks the question that's been on her mind the whole time. But, to each their own. Keep up the unique work

[@jcal7096]

What an interesting mind you have, you should try writing books.

[@ember_shep8181]

I see a child or someone "speaking" ( like the singing) to their grandfather or father, and as the chorus comes about is shows a flashback to the war he fought in (like he was the commander of a massive tank column as he lead the charge into the enemy).

[@JoshWunderlich]

Hell yeah!!! Great video guys! Can't wait for the gig this Friday!

[@electricswingcircus]

See you there!

[@mr.sandman1177]

Electric Swing Circus It's been a long time and thanks to another KZbinr call Impact props I was able to find you guys. Love this song! I hate that Jake Paul makes shit songs and gets subs out of his ass. And you guys make a real song and only get 208k views. You guys deserve more like 208 million.

[@michawiktor9592]

[Intro] Can you hear the call? [Verse 1] Do you recall your papa, when he sat you on his knee Telling you the stories of everything he sees Parading other people, how they braved the battlefield Taking on an empire, fighting to be free [Chorus] Oh papa, tell me what you saw Tan-tan-tara, can you hear the call? Oh papa, I can see it in your eye Tan-tan-tara, ba-bap-da-da [Verse 2] Flying out the funnel, crackling on the radio Emergency connections on a telephone exchange "You've reached the operator, what's the reason for your call?" Can you tell me what's the point in building empty empires, now? [Chorus] Oh papa, tell me what you saw Tan-tan-tara, can you hear the call? Oh papa, I can see it in your eye Tan-tan-tara, ba-bap-da-da [Bridge] Oh, now they know that a hundred years ago That they would build an empire strong Give it time, and these imaginary lines will fade away The battle goes around until we find a common ground What's the point in building empty empires, now? [Chorus] Oh papa, tell me what you saw Tan-tan-tara, can you hear the call? Oh papa, I can see it in your eye Tan-tan-tara, ba-bap-da-da [Instrumental Break] [Chorus] Oh papa, tell me what you saw Tan-tan-tara, can you hear the call? Oh papa, I can see it in your eye Tan-tan-tara, ba-bap-da-da [Outro] Oh, now they know that a hundred years ago That they would build an empire strong Give it time, and these imaginary lines will fade away What's the point in building What's the point in building What's the point in building empty empires, now?

[@alsamil6716]

Thankful for Hollow Knight video for bringing me here. and for Caravan Palace for making me stay

[@Drake69_]

Agreed 👍

[@TheSpeakeasySwing]

This beat is jammin!

[@MisterManTheBestMan]

Hey bud.

[@Milovaith]

(edited)

[@lordoftea2753]

Please, keep making music. This is just marvelous.

[@MariGamerHD]

1:35 the BEST part

[@daredevl243]

This is the swingingest trip i have ever been on

[@seanmurphy7829]

sounds like the roaring 20's are coming early

[@Triumvirate888]

Actually, it sounds like music from the late 1930s and early 1940s when Big Band Jazz and Big Band Swing were popularizing this style. And it makes sense in the grand scheme of things that this would return. That was an era directly after the Great Depression. And November 2016 was sort of the unofficial end of the Great Recession. There is a very specific kind of celebratory sound to this style of music that is happy and triumphant, but also a little rebellious.

[@MarkChimes]

The cross-chronological nature of electro swing complements the theme of the song.

[@beckscharre7375]

And I LOVE IT

[@elesinalex]

Amazing song. I wan't to hear more of that genre now. How's that technique vocalists are using at various timestamps including 2:55 is called ("building")? I mean this "bold" voice

[@Frizou]

i love how this song still is wayyyy more known in terms of views than all the other ones added together, the song the album is named after included

[@myldx8457]

Heard this song for the first time, instantly bought the EP, listened to it on repeat about 10 times, still going strong! Amazing work!

[@camilasa4572]

llegue por un video de Hollow Knigth, como le pega la musica!!!!

[@mcderpeyes2925]

Thanks for making me realize time and time again how much I love electro swing

[@furret7685]

Electro swing just has that 'Get up and Move' vibe to it

[@geospartanadv5278]

1:16 I love this part

[@DemonaruMusic]

Wish I could see y'all live, but I god knows I love this band.

[@liopleurodon155]

This is no joke one of the most catchy music videos. Impossible not to get caught in the rhythm!

[@tragicmidas]

I absolutely love this song and it's video!!! Please keep doing what you do...I want more...

[@electricswingcircus]

Next one coming out soon...

[@bismuth8366]

This is seriously one of the most underrated songs I've ever come across

[@BagelzOfDeath]

6 years later.... still underrated.... you guys slap. (found ESC from trying to find the Lackadaisy soundtrack)

[@dumpystig9124]

heard this on BBC Radio London and was hooked from the start. I'm hooked on the sheer brilliance of it.

[@ipilot7734]

SO DAMN CATCHY I CANT STOP THINKING OF IT

[@THEpsycho404]

Damn that trippy video! And that music!

[@0NodMan0]

*_If only this would catch on like wildfire..._*

[@mr.universe7049]

+NodMan I hate your name.

[@0NodMan0]

Only because I'm just that amazing, I know. Peace through power.

[@mr.universe7049]

I would like to say a Scrin quote, but I don't think anyone knows what the fuck they are saying.

[@joshuaglowacki1909]

I like your style brother of Nod

[@Spazpool]

I couldn’t stop listening to this, I was hooked. After a month I still wasn’t sick of this song

[@Pandburger]

1:37 is the best part!!!

[@StriderRyu]

Thanks to Synth Riders, both my wife and I have this song stuck on our heads. We LOVE it!

[@tyrmundr3111]

I didn't even know I liked this kind of music. :)

[@supersabrosinho]

Swing started in the USA almost 100 years ago. It's evolution has gained many fans throughout the years

[@Himoza568]

I just LEARNED the lyrics to this song, I liked it so much😮

[@AuroraWolf655]

Living with the Chief episode 15 brought me here Thank you Impact Prop

[@Matcha_Biscuit]

Alphawolf 655 same

[@SIRSANDMAN0]

This is a certified hood classic

[@elise205]

I've been listening to their music for about two months. This is the first time I've seen a music video, and I'm pleased with the band members! I was expecting them to look kinda, I dunno... Perfect? But they look like ordinary (albeit eccentric) people, and I absolutely adore that, it suits the genre so very well! And props to the special effects guy, this video is amazingly crafted and matches the song surprisingly well. 9/10 because there's always room for improvement no matter how amazingly crafted it is, but I can't see anything wrong with the video personally.

[@andyh6849]

Saw you years ago on the beach in st. ives ... this song has been going round my head all of those years at random moments..... amazing

[@whisk0r]

I'm building a time machine that only goes to Jan 16th.

[@torbenbman6241]

the genre is from the 1900th XD

[@superbeavers7645]

@@torbenbman6241 "The 1900th"

[@jayefoe3284]

Great hanging with you guys in Dubai - here's to doing some gigs and festivals together in 2018. Have a great New Year guys!

[@memedumpster3684]

Here because of Hollow Knight lol, great song

[@1jidion]

i remember when this song first came out, i jammed it 7 years ago, completely forgot about it, somehow ends up on my feed again, thank you algorithm

[@ndieguy2187]

You guys are great saw you on Friday I loved it

[@aimequeen2908]

The song is soooo good! Like omg, i can't stop listening it! 😍

[@electricswingcircus]

Thanks Aime :-) Come and see the show

[@HairyHariyama]

1:30 - **hat wobble intensifies**

[@JONGKONGERA]

I was vibing just playing d2, not matter this is just positive vibes all around. You lose the match, you still happy. Great song love it.

[@ycarrero2]

1:55 is my favorite part!

[@DiegoAlejanP]

Same!

[@reesf743]

So catchy, can we please have more songs like this, there aren't enoughhh

[@ItsZwpphyr]

Editors: So how much effects do you want ESC: YES

[@sabersz]

More effects than an Epic Rap Battles of History video lol

[@MrBlackFabio]

I heard this song for the first time yesterday while waiting for the bus. I had to ask Siri to “name this song.” I absolutely LOVE THIS!!!

[@abc.6223]

really fun video !! so happy to see more ESC music !

[@Dramatic240p]

Found this song on Spotify, loved it, checked if it actually has a video. Not disappointed

[@LeopardJude01]

The noise i made when i saw this in my sub box actually scared my family i was sooo happy 😂

[@electricswingcircus]

Haha that's amazing :-) Hope you like the tune

[@LeopardJude01]

Electric Swing Circus literally had it on repeat since i saw it in by sub box.. LOVE IT

[@skiesquiggles7319]

This is actually one of my favorite electro swing songs... I finally found it!

[@Mutisi0n]

I stumbled across this song in Synth Riders and couldn't for the life of me remember the name. Glad to be back!

[@antonnovak5793]

I definitely enjoyed that track. Awesome work

[@anitataco6488]

I'm a lover of all things big band, swing, rockabilly, & psychobilly, but you, ESC, you are completely your own! I've never heard anything quite like you, and that's damn near impossible these days. It seems everything has been done already. It's all just resurgences of various styles. Not that that's inherently bad, but unique is SOOOOO refreshing to my worn out, somewhat jaded tastes. Not that she reminds me at all of this group, but I've recently discovered and fell madly, deeply, head-over-heels in love with K.Flay! She is very unique also and I adore every bit of her! I've fAllen in love with all sorts of new bands this week, well, maybe new songs would be more appropriate. K.Flay is the only one whose entire catalog I celebrate ;)

[@anitataco6488]

The past few days all I can hear is "Oooh Papa! Tell me what you saw!" It is sooooooo infectious!

[@lmfao9961]

Evita Price may be we have a similar taste check my playlist SWING section

[@Ale22304]

what a damn underrated song, 2022 and still rocks

[@thegame346]

This song ignited a love of it within me that can not be quenched. I've listened to it at least 20 times and added it to my favorite playlist

[@smirffette]

Luv it, your so exciting and fill the room with your energy

[@electricswingcircus]

All about the energy and thank you kindly! :-)

[@UltraJay]

Crazy how I was already a massive fan of HK and ALSO a massive fan of this song before that animation, bet a little few people match the same situation as me

[@SoundOfIntuition]

I must study but I can't quite this song ❤😬

[@monomachy7717]

And at the moment I clicked on this video, I realized how much I love this band.

[@fiction1985]

I love your music!, I would love to go to see them in live, greetings from Ecuador!. :D

[@RollCorruption]

Just got played this on Amazon, alexa - It's been on repeat for 30 minutes and i'm still happy

[@keyno03deleon9]

I could listen to this song everyday 👍🏽👍🏽

[@electricswingcircusmanagem8540]

We do when we are on tour ;-)

[@Violinist265]

Absolutely amazing well done all musicians and singers ❤ special thanks to the trumpetist 🎺 brilliant

[@chasethemaster3440]

I love this song so much😊🥰👍💯💕💞💖

[@Flumstead]

Just missed them playing at Cannon Hill Park in Birmingham on Sunday night. First time I've heard them and they are great.