The Contortionist "Language (Rediscovered)"

[@chrisyates8321]

As a drummer, this is the kind of band we can only dream to get to be a part of.

[@ryannedoma6328]

Totally agree man.

[@msf1fn]

Truth

[@JeremiahFernandez]

as a musician in general

[@MCHiphopotamus]

As a guitarist, this is the kind of drum parts I can only dream of. Don't give a shit about guitar solos, but a well structured drum part is lovely.

[@RyanK...111]

the click track in every participant's IEM mix doesn't exactly hurt either, I'm sure.....

[@auxorion]

Whoever did the mix for this needs to get an award.

[@t4s23]

facts

[@GOMFER11]

All of them have a somewhat understanding in mixing and mastering

[@carocozinha9545]

Plus you need to try to achieve maximum sound clarity whenever singing or playing, they fuck all shits up.

[@temptor7585]

seriously, sounds smoothhhhhhhhhh

[@sleeepyboyy3695]

Few issues with it but otherwise it sounds lovely! Must have been a monster to work on!!!!

[@DareToShine]

The snare. That's it.

[@TorqueBow]

Yes

[@jpsierra5370]

Can't forget the bass

[@SirGlueckert]

It does sound sound like someones smacking it with a flat hand, but i wouldnt say its bad or anything.

[@Cole444Train]

I would say this is a very bass heavy song. once the song gets going, the bass is very prevalent, and is quite loud in this mix.

[@codbo1223landuca]

I think he meant bass as in the EQ, like treble, middle and bass.

[@DhylonShahGuitar]

Smoothest guitar switch ever haha

[@robbieoneill7701]

+Dhylon Shah I know right! I almost thought he would miss his cue for a second

[@Stumpy801]

Haha I watched that bit over a few times

[@JustCammie]

It literally gives me chills every time.

[@ZINGERS-gt6pc]

Was just thinking that lol

[@duckduckgo358]

Pretty classy owning a 7 string acoustic and 7 string semi acoustic, I must admit

[@thestylishpsychologist]

Through a recommendation, I stumbled upon "The Contortionist " yesterday and I must say, I am thoroughly enthralled by what I've experienced so far. These musicians exhibit an extraordinary passion, and their compositions are nothing short of intricate masterpieces, woven with a remarkable blend of musical and lyrical finesse. Their music resonates deeply, striking a profound chord within the soul. As someone has already mentioned here, the arrangement presented here is award-worthy - the mixing is of an exceptionally high standard and the sound quality is simply outstanding. I find myself at a loss for words, utterly amazed by their talent and artistry. (20/6/2024)

[@mark7166]

You're in for a treat, my friend!

[@DMRCapitalHill]

And this is the type of music I've been wanting to play with people but I can't find the right people to help me.

[@dylandebord9208]

exactly

[@ralorox]

+Daley Radford I think the hardest one to patch up when trying to play like this band is the vocalist and the keyboardist.

[@fmspjanus]

+ralorox Isnt the hard part actually finding the people that have the same amount of motivation, similar goals as you. Are not arrogant, are willing to work through problems together to achieve better and better product? I don't know man.... For me finding the right people for the right place so those people actually enjoy what they are doing... This is like almost impossible to do thats why we have only v. few seriously good bands that stay with each other long enough to develop not only as a Single musician but as a band itself. That's my experience anyway, there is millions of insanely talented artists/composers but only few of them have tenacity to reach what they want... So finding a keyboardist or vocalist of any level is not actually a problem.

[@DMRCapitalHill]

I meant instrumentally please go listen to my music im a itunes artist my names Daley M. Radford

[@BroJustGoogleIt]

yo you ever heard of Mestis

[@pikemickup]

Such an utterly enthralling song and when, played in this format, it somehow rises further. Beautiful man

[@SebastianTinajero]

The contortionist are one of those rare bands that come along that keep evolving and growing more beautifully as time progresses

[@CrashDunning]

Tesseract as well.

[@vzoryan1769]

nah polaris is nothing compared to altered state

[@CrashDunning]

Vzor Yan Definitely. Tesseract doesn't simply improve on old works. They try completely different things. Polaris may not be as good as Altered State, but it's also a completely different style that you can't really compare their older albums to.

[@nomeru_0]

Sebastian Tinajero if you think the contortionist are the only band that 'grows' you probably don't listen to that much music

[@DoumdaDoum]

thats become you didnt mature yet, like the band did

[@MacintoshPlus1MB]

The most original prog band of the decade

[@naean7518]

This is legit better than the album version. Gives me chills

[@kumquatmagoo]

I do like this version, but it's missing the big chunky disgusting distorted barre chord finish from the album version.

[@KiloPage777]

@@kumquatmagoo With a great pair of headphones and the volume loud enough, the bass gives me the same feeling I get from that part

[@harshitgogoi8467]

I absolutely agree

[@provokeout]

my D is legit

[@johnnymartinez733]

It's dope AF don't get me wrong but it's NOT better then the album version but it's definitely close and I do respect your opinion fam 💯🤘🏻

[@elenaverzella1946]

I listened this song when I gave birth to my daughter...this guys are special.

[@rikmartinez8316]

It was the first thing she heard. That's magical.

[@nomadnorbert]

Omg wow, this is amazing to hear what a song choice for a birth… blessings to you and your loved ones… you just jerked a tear out of me imagining this. God bless you.

[@peteralford9147]

Tony Hawk's talent knows no bounds. Last week he was pulling 720's at over 50 years old, and now I discover he has the voice of an angel?!

[@rgonz82]

🤣🤣🤣 best comment ever!

[@elyksteeley1181]

Can't believe this was 7 years ago...this was the song that got me into the Contortionist. I remember just being in tears over how beautiful it was experiencing this for the first time. So beautiful

[@djentmaster4203]

It was the song Flourish that did me in and got me hooked. the Intrinsic album is as close to the roots of the band that you can get without sacrificing the new sound that fits so well. Holomovement was a masterclass in musicianship, but the Language album blends all of it into this beautiful perfect (either you love it or you don't) amalgamation of thought and true feeling. this band got me through the loss of my mother, Aunt, and best friend all in the same month...... thank god for The Contortionist

[@hectortorres3842]

Makes me feel like I am sitting on the moon. Enjoying the view

[@MeetLocalSingles]

Everything is so controlled and deliberate, what an incredible collaboration of musicianship. It's one thing to have a mastery of your craft in a flashy soloist setting, but it's another to have group cohesion like this. Brimming with intricacies, layered with perfect execution. This is true virtuosity.

[@MisterGreenw00d]

They're seriously sooo talented it's incredible

[@frank56455]

Seeing this performed live was surreal, made me tear up. So beautiful.

[@ttngeo7494]

Bree Messersmith I can only imagine. Lucky

[@sonofernest]

Cameron seems like the kind of guy that would go for a haircut, unintentionally get a mullet, not say anything to the barber about it, and still tip him.

[@landmine55]

The little da-da-da-da-da-da he does at 4:22 really cements that part for me. Wish it was on the actual track. Love Mike's voice.

[@patriciancat]

It is there, if you listen very carefully

[@aquilesricardolemuspeleo1435]

The bass is faded by that Dada shi t... NO GOOD

[@headknocker2020]

Those little fills/ghost notes on the snare around 1:50 are beautiful

[@DoumdaDoum]

lel listening to the drums on the song..

[@djentile7773]

the dude is superhuman

[@adiptabiswas9811]

The keyboard player is high af and those skills are more doped...

[@johnnymartinez733]

The drummer from Born of Osiris can sing great 👌🏻🤘🏻

[@ellleigh1216]

I can’t get over how much I love this band. The musicianship is incredible.

[@bonki3549]

Honestly not like anything I’ve ever heard. so good

[@Slash117Buckethead]

who knew the engineer from prometheus could sing so well

[@RastaLlama]

Hahaha he just grew a bit of hair xD

[@lukeblythe6494]

I credit my ability to sing Micheal, the dude has so many amazing tip videos and vocal lessons he gives, I wouldn’t be anywhere close to where I am today without his help, and man I can’t say this enough this band is scary good

[@GarethMcNicholBriggs]

This sounds like constellations pulsing into infinite brightness

[@achoice2bmade]

CRIMINALLY UNDERRATED BAND

[@MaXaNoMaLoUs]

TOOL waited too long, the contortionist is taking up the empty space. Loving them more and more

[@faddamplus]

Amen brother!

[@HersgoryJigurda]

And while Tool flopped with Fear Inocculun, The contortionist is still great. Very different vibes, though

[@Abasedbymygrief]

@@HersgoryJigurda fear inoculum most definitely did not flop

[@ZackAttack1798]

EggCore I will definitely second this. Fear Inoculum definitely didn’t flop. The Contortionist is pretty great too though don’t get me wrong.

[@gytisz18]

Flop? Naah mate, it's absolutely awesome on a different scale. I love contortionist, can't compare to tool. Sound too different, I don't even know why you brought Tool up in the first place 🙂

[@febreze14]

You're a guitar wizard, Harry

[@HalfStepTides]

3:20 Guitar harmonies have achieved infinite sickness-density.

[@DanRollin]

The first time I saw them live at a festival , they made 150 000 people quiet and walk slowly towards their stage. Magical \m/

[@Leviplaysdrums]

Holy shit, the Baca boys do it again. Incredible

[@turkinator1014]

Broke a million, finally!! A few thousand are from myself I’m certain 😅 This masterpiece deserves 10fold or more than it has!

[@turkinator1014]

larcsword890 I certainly appreciate this! I’ve never heard of Leprous but I will certainly check them out now! You say you’re a musician, as am I! What do you play??

[@guidobalestri]

This is song is a miracle but... ...I shit in my pants every time I see Cameron at 2:35 grabbing his guitar and start playing immediately after wear it.

[@chinmaypednekar501]

Woow, now that is some observation. I've seen this video many times now, but Ive always missed that detail ! :0

[@tubadude07]

Idk if they did multiple takes of the song, regardless he’s cutting it close lol

[@ryandownes50]

@@tubadude07 It definitely looks like the vocalist was watching him because right when he puts on the guitar he looks towards Michael then the camera immediately cuts to the singer who was glancing towards the guitarist for a split second before looking away

[@connedwards7030]

I wish all their music was like this, absolutely cosmic.

[@jazzhandzz]

Ugh this makes me so happy I could cry. And dat baaaaasss!!

[@GhANeC]

...playeeeeeeer!! is what you really meant isnt it? :-D :-D :-P :-P

[@AugustBurnsSam]

I think she legitimately likes the bass, because it sounds phenomenal.

[@MauryFF]

Bass is boss here

[@NemesisDestiny]

The original blew my mind, but this was moving on a whole other level. Just amazing.

[@interlacedlowtech]

Absolutely mesmerizing, relaxing, inspiring... I swear, if one day, Michael Lessard produce an r'n'b projet, I'll buy it and it will be the most beautiful project ever.

[@offensivebiasmusic]

If you check out his Instagram, he has teasers posted of something he's been working on that sounds a bit like it.

[@dickmoneysgun]

+tinkoasd dude, almost my exact thoughts exactly! lol i remember hearing him on the newest album for the first time and thinking " this fucking dude would best any male rnb singer alive today!" and i would probably buy it an an rnb album he made too.

[@SanskarWagley]

+tinkoasd listen to How to Dress Well and see if it's up your alley

[@dickmoneysgun]

Sanskar Wagley You fuggin with us? Ill check it out bnro. Ty.

[@YoLpIsBest]

I think Frank Ocean is one of his biggest influences vocally.

[@Cole444Train]

love the bass tone

[@freeradt]

I love the psychedelic intro and feel of this tune.

[@garrettnewman7438]

This song, something about it is perfection.

[@andrewalvarez7389]

I will not let this song rest. 🤌😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨🔥

[@lucidphreak1137]

OMG when the guitars switch.... the timing.... WOW.

[@OutgrownThings]

This is so beyond incredible. Some of the truest musicians of this generation.

[@rafarigo317]

I honestly dont know what happens to me when I listen do these guys... It seems to transport or transcend me to another place, another time, dimension, I dont even knwo how to say it... just beautiful. Congrats!

[@RyanCmetal]

same...their music is filled with just passion and love unlike most the music nowadays. Love you brother!

[@jmlfl0ydrose]

I wish my ego didn't get in the way growing up, was hard for me to get into clean vocals for metal ish music. Now I love it, need it.

[@RyanCmetal]

true friendship and musicianship in one room

[@megagalactickanye454]

Their whole discography is just one absolutely wild song after another.

[@arrtwo1375]

The last 7 minutes go so hard

[@peteralford9147]

This is now part of my daily routine. I don't think that any work of music has had the same effect that this does on me.

[@Dylangino]

I have watched this video at least once a day for the past 3 weeks.

[@justagirlofgames]

Think about a "Geocentric confusion" rediscovered please guys it would be amaaaaazing

[@TheFleshPrevails]

Skye117 YES PLEASEEE

[@stanfordfeynman2796]

Skye_Exol_ That and Feedback Loop together would be some amazing

[@sted21]

I'm hearing this version for the first time, I love the original but I think this might be one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard. Absolutely perfect in every way.

[@YéMonsAPoe]

they look so focused i just hope their having fun still

[@Colby_Purrins801]

These are the sounds of what peaking on psychedelics is like.. when you are in a world of euphoric energy pulsating through the universe, realizing that the pulsation also comes out through you and everything surrounding us. Best part of The Contortionist is that you don’t even need drugs to enjoy them. But if anyone is ever curious on what psychedelics might be like, this is definitely how it feels. Obviously, there are intense parts. Which might be able to be compared to Intuition:Conspire on the album.. complete nonsense with an intensifying measure of something tugging hard trying to wake us the fuck up, but if we aren’t willing to answer the door, then that echoing knock might just throw us through a loop. Rediscover what it’s like to be completely ALIVE and feel the energy of beauty, destruction and recreate a world of bliss through your perception. 🤘🏻 Fucking love The Contortionist. They’ve been a primary listening adventure for me ever since Exoplanet came into existence and they have yet to disappoint. Progression in the best way possible. 💜 We ARE the Language 🙌🏻

[@FienX_]

I cry to this song, it speaks to my soul. Absolutely beautiful

[@andrewmills1241]

Could listen to this song a million times and not get sick of it, the vibe in the room must have been amazing❤️

[@rontregenza8843]

Yes indeed :)

[@gnarwhale11]

This really shows the strength in the composition itself. Amazing.

[@bcrtrx]

can't get over how good this sounds

[@joshalex5]

That snare tone gives me life

[@MetalxLee]

i just saw these guys live and it was such a great experience!

[@freak1310c]

wafa wafa!

[@davidchance5402]

Wobbuffet Saaaame. these guys absolutely blew me away.

[@xiSpeedy]

With dgd? Where at?

[@davidchance5402]

xiSpeedy Yep, as well as Good Tiger and Hail the Sun. Missed the opener, White Noise I believe. Cats Cradle, NC.

[@MetalxLee]

yes I saw them all at the Norva , in Virginia, my first time seeing all of them live actually , good show :)

[@kimberlynaa.]

Begin hyper-communication Restore our vision Of natural progression Rise in groves to reclaim the source The center We will be the salvation the Mother seeks Traversing in all directions Reaching Expanding Balance finds it's place Reaching for the Mother Sun Rooted to intuition You are the language You are... Drift with the ebb and flow Sink in the ebb and flow. Ebb and flow Ebb and flow Intuition sinks in Branching out from your seed to seek Contrived sense of inception Intuition speak to me

[@Oh_its_Mike]

Mike's vibrato is unreal.

[@apierrakeas9577]

One of the most talented band out there.

[@BillyPalmerMusic]

Feel ready to cry after hearing that

[@Rob_Cary]

Where are these guys? I hope they resurface soon. I couldn't get into the last album but language is so so perfect.

[@DownTheHill3]

The odds of 5 dudes getting together, then creating together, then perfecting together, and finally performing togetherness...thank you gents 💪🎹🎤🎸🎼

[@marcl3278]

props to the mixing engineer, this sounds so much better than anything i heard in a while and the contortionist guys, they're out of this world thank you for this beautiful experience

[@wyliehj]

I feel like right before recording this, they hotboxed the shit out of that room

[@keykeeperwingo]

the room does look pretty smokey. some videos there is more possible smoke as well I would totally agree. I would hope atleast they would have, they seem smart enough to

[@headknocker2020]

Baked Bacas! Well at least the guitarist always looks blazed haha

[@blueskythinking4745]

Not everything's about weed lol.

[@wyliehj]

Exoplanets these guys smoke a lot apparently actually lol

[@patmans88]

Blueskythinking i just reported you for being the biggest shit ever shat

[@absence7445]

1:52 Sweet Jesus that drum fill

[@davecrupel2817]

truely a magical band. I saw them live last month at the Brighton Music Hall when they came to Boston. Was my first ever concert. And i couldnt have asked for a better one.

[@afterstars]

Daniel Cannata damnit I missed it

[@rafarigo317]

from 1:50 till 2:20, one of the best snare works I've ever seen! Amazing job!!!!

[@neurotorchin4668]

feelings

[@connorwanamaker3074]

Godamn bro I didn’t know I could like this song more

[@Wocordie]

And here I thought it couldn't get any better. You guys are the future :D

[@jordanhatchett2317]

God damn if this isn't one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard. This group is really onto something with this pursuit. Also cool to know they've worked with one of my old producers as well. Not that their heavier stuff isn't good, but this in addition to the other "Rediscovered" tunes are truly unique. Really moving stuff. The chord voicings, progression, the percussion, and the subtle notes and ambiance the keys bring to the table are all perfect. This has been on repeat for days now.

[@Mephistel]

This reminds me of what Cynic did with Traced in Air/ReTraced. I dig it. Although I like this more than Retraced, actually.

[@erieschl]

The Eyesight Dim name drop I like it

[@wingowingo2802]

holy god just now discovering this exists , THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!

[@matiaslintunen4609]

Tony hawk went to gym couple of times and started singing in a metal band. Great

[@kttyfl1p]

2:54 has to be in the top 3 most beautiful moments in any musical arrangement ever.

[@Electricalwav]

this is my favorite song to listen when im high. beautiful experience.

[@jordane8610]

This song is transcendent!!! This band is amazing, but this version of this song just takes me somewhere only a few songs and chemicals ever have!!!

[@millercod7778]

Bro this was not 4 years old. It feels so long ago omg. They are still sooo good

[@poisenbery]

This dude is the greatest hope for rock and roll singers.

[@codylovessaints]

I met Michael at So What?! Music fest and he was such a nice guy.

[@nibtazi]

Love this ❤❤ listening to this song after 7 years.

[@wolfstar675]

I remember seeing these guys opening for Born Of Osiris once without knowing who they were and they blew me away and since then I became a huge fan.

[@theflyingcrud]

Ok, this session is just ridiculous. All the nuance, these guys are super talented.

[@un_gatorrea]

Some Hope in the Lockdown back... thanks to this kind of bands... 2020/07/12... let's see in 2 years how things going.

[@EbbingCrescentMusic]

Ebow and flow.

[@JSteph70]

I get chills at the beginning of this song, original version or this one.

[@maxx7225]

I make sure to watch this every morning

[@kameron2136]

That bass tone is... Other worldly

[@M4R10_]

MASSIVE BLAST! sao luis MA BRAZIL need THe CONTORTIONIST here!

[@Sticks922]

The keyboard work in this sounded great as well

[@viniciusr.7395]

Quanta qualidade, cara. Descobri hoje e já virei fã. Sensacional!

[@petitlouis5010]

even with the original one, can't stop listening, again ... and again ...

[@ExtremeFader]

tears man

[@hobetto4817]

hummmmmmmmm relistening this thing and remembering the previous jobs of the contiortionist, I realize that they have been being advanced for their time since the beggining.

[@driftless7134]

Ever since I bought language years ago, it always works it's way back into my rotation. One of my favorite albums of the last ten years. Absolutely brilliant.

[@GuyTroce]

Most amazing song I've ever had the pleasure of listening to

[@alexproboi]

4:25 First "ta-da-da" I've ever heard that wasn't cringy.

[@TheGame9894]

Idk it's more of a "tie dye dyeee" hipster singing vibe which i happen to dislike. I feel like their frontman is their weak link. Love the band tho dont get me wrong

[@athmaid]

@@TheGame9894 why do you think so?

[@tbeee6168]

still hella cringe

[@fiasworkshop]

@@TheGame9894 i bet you have problems telling your family you love them bc its "too cringy" its 2020 loser, cringe is over bro

[@fiasworkshop]

@@tbeee6168 youre a loser too stfu

[@RunikO_]

I was wrong thinking that this song couldn't be more beautiful than it was.