First Time Hearing Skillet - Monster

[@JasonMoir]

Your face at 3:25 should have been the thumbnail. 😅

[@DianeJennings]

I had it saved but my funny face thumbnails stupidly don’t get clicked as much as my 😮 faces

[@amehak1922]

Can you do Michael Jackson? The Thriller album

[@DianeJennings]

@@amehak1922😕 I feel a certain kind of way about him so probably not at this time

[@clevelandmaker386]

​@@DianeJennings Editor Dianes anthem

[@oxigenarian9763]

I loved her stare of wonder at 4:00. Total fascination...

[@mattheweudy2396]

It’s as if Skillet’s theme is “Not what they seem superficially” I liked how their message requires a bit of thought

[@jimrentz]

If you get the chance you should really listen to the Skillet song, "Alive and Awake", the live version, because it also features Jen Ledger the drummer doing some of the singing. She is a really good singer and has her own project outside of Skillet called, 'Ledger'. But the song Alive and Awake is always a crowd pleaser at concerts and festivals. Good job young lady!!!

[@Truck-Kun2.0]

It’s Awake & Alive

[@lynrossi8409]

Awake and Alive had that awesome rock violin, too! Excellent message. I'd also recommend Feel Invincible. That's a great one for your morning workout as well as getting your mind in the right place for the day ahead.

[@jimrentz]

Thank you, you're absolutely right. I got ahead of myself. Again Thanks!!!@@Truck-Kun2.0

[@KevinPerry-wi5dw]

Awake and Alive is the correct title

[@kenbrandon6434]

I love that they can rock hard and you can still understand the singer. Also, you should hear their other hit, “Hero”. It has a cool interplay of the main lead singer and one of the female members.

[@BuzzDoesDisney]

That’s his wife Kory

[@1492dt]

My daughter's first favorite song! She was like 3 or 4 years old and we brought the video home from the church library. She rocked out with it and shook her head with the female drummers hair! At least that's the way I remember it! LOL

[@joegoodman8213]

Their other hit? lol As if they only have the two hits. Ledger (drummer's side project) is also worth checking out.

[@jayminer8773]

@@BuzzDoesDisney actually, most of the female vocals for Skillet are done by Jen Ledger, their drummer.

[@b4goutdoors861]

​@@jayminer8773prior to Jen it was Korey that did all the female vocals

[@pastorbrianediger]

I'm so glad you choose this song! Skillet tours with non-Christian bands all the time. John speaks the name of Jesus from stage and gives positive messages. It's the non-overtly religious songs that allows them to have a wide audience. They have softer ballads as well. I can give more recommendations for Christian rock and metal if you'd like.

[@DianeJennings]

Thanks Brian!

[@pastorbrianediger]

@@DianeJennings anytime!

[@michaelriddick7116]

FireFlight is my favorite :) 👍😎👍

[@pastorbrianediger]

@@michaelriddick7116 they're good too!

[@thitsugaya1224]

​@@michaelriddick7116 Fireflight is awesome too.

[@shadowcrane2634]

Skillet is awesome, been listening to them for decades.

[@ronr3656]

Skillet is 30 years old and has been touring the world for decades, including multiple tours in Europe. Drummer Jen Ledger is from Coventry, England.

[@Lmg1161]

Almost 30. 28 years, started in 1996

[@johnstark1985ify]

I saw them in a church in liberty Missouri before they were famous in my early 20s I’m 38 now and still love them

[@rogerhuggettjr.7675]

I've seen them a dozen times dating back to Alien Youth. John Cooper is a powerful voice for Christian bands staying true to the Bible in a watered-down gospel world. He is bold in everything he does.

[@TheSpiderPan]

I used to watch them play coffee houses in the Kansas City area about the time of "Hey You, I Love Your Soul" Even saw them play after the Kansas City Attack played an arena soccer game. Use to be able to chat with John about his Batman obsession.

[@lucas.2.3.9.4]

Skillet is amazing! I recommend Feel invincible, legendary, awake and alive if you do more skillet reactions 😅

[@kenhutch7727]

Took my kids to 2 of there concerts, they are real good live and tons of positive energy. I want to see them at least once more.

[@rickeycarey4556]

I like Your Christian Rock Dance. Every song has a different Diane dance. I enjoy all You dances in the music journey. Makes me happy, brings lots of good vibes and joy.

[@michaelriddick7116]

Also check out Ledger! 😊 Jennifer Ledger is Skillet's british drummer, who formed her own band as the vocalist and frontwoman with support from John Cooper and his wife Korey. Check out the song "Iconic" by her, its awesome!!! 🤘😎🤘

[@kaceylinne344]

skillet has so many great songs - the last night, comatose, those nights, whispers in the dark, hero, awake and alive, one day too late, its not me its you, never surrender, rise, sick of it, not gonna die, feel invincible, back from the dead, the resistance

[@keithmcsorley5271]

one of my favorite bands

[@Rocco1332]

I really didn't care much about music until high school. Skillet was the first band that really resonated with me, and they still do. Definitely need to check out some more of them. Finish Line, Legendary, Back to Life, Standing in the Storm, Whispers in the Dark, Ignite, Forever or the End, Not Gonna Die, The Last Night...so many good ones. Also check out John and Seth's side project Fight the Fury and Jen's project Ledger.

[@thorneige]

i have seen these guys live a couple of times and that sound the same live thay do a great live preformance

[@mattblatchley2061]

I heard this song and other Skillet songs on my local metal station for YEARS before I read about their faith, I had no idea...it's just a fantastic group imho

[@mattblatchley2061]

you are correct about RATM

[@DaveBeard24]

This song kicks azz we all feel that monster creep up from time to time

[@sakurakittynoir1400]

6:36 the first image that popped into my head was Adam from Hazbin Hotel singing "Hell Is Forever." He's a dude bro, rockstar angel, leader of the exorcist army & the first man. If you know, you know. 😅😅😅

[@RaymondSolo]

Christian Rock has been around for a long long time, far back as the 1970's as I remember. Petra, was a good Christian Rock band from back then (and on into today with a couple remaining members), Striper was a popular Christian Metal band from the 1980's.

[@Watching4Fun_]

If you like the Christian rock vibe check out the band Stryper. They had a hit back in the late 80's called 'To Hell With the Devil'. Good song. The lead singer, Michael Sweet, also does some solo stuff where he met Moriah Formica, a contestant on Season 13 of The Voice and the lead singer of the band Plush, an up and coming band that has toured with some pretty big names. Moriah joined Stryper on stage one night and they performed the song "to hell with the devil". I suggest giving it a listen even if you don't do a reaction to it.

[@mcrchickenluvr]

Stryper has had multiple hits. They’re still recording and touring.

[@winterburden]

Thanks for reacting to it Diane!

[@DianeJennings]

My pleasure!!

[@bert9311]

Hey Diane. Sounds like you and Chewie have a pod cast in your futures? One of the 1st Christian bands to make it mainstream was Creed. They had some good tunes come out back in the day. You should give them a listen. Have a great weekend.

[@onilnetombine2589]

If you liked this song then I highly reconmend listening to Sick of It, Legendary, Not Gonna Die, Hero, Whispers in the Dark, Rebirthing, Out of Hell, Psycho in my Head and Feel Invisible. They're all really good songs by Skillet

[@KellyJK07]

For more similar bands, check out: Flyleaf, Fireflight, Red, Barlow Girl, Eowyn, Superchick, Decypher Down...have fun!

[@michaelriddick7116]

FireFlight is my favorite!! :) Great people in the band too! 🥰

[@Groovy-z3x]

Demon Hunter is another great Christian rock band.

[@lasagnasux4934]

Flyleaf is legitimately one of the best groups of that era. Lacey's voice is somehow both cute and creepy.

[@CrimKazanawa]

Check out Theocracy. "Liar, Fool, or Messiah" is great!

[@KellyJK07]

Also...Thousand foot crutch, Icon for hire...the old classic Petra

[@rogerhuggettjr.7675]

I've seen them a dozen times from clubs to festivals. I heard this song at Sonshine Festival in Wilmar Minnesota before it was released and was completely caught off guard when the monster voice kicked in and the echo through the crowd FREAKED ME OUT! They have the best pyrotechnics in the business and are second to none live. BTW If you want something more "Christian" by them, listen to their tribute to September 11, "You Are My Hope." If you want your face rocked off, see the animated version of "Not Gonna Die Today."

[@Groovy-z3x]

I saw them in Minnesota as well. I think it was at the Xcel Energy stadium and Toby Mac opened up the show.

[@rogerhuggettjr.7675]

@@Groovy-z3x Nice! They played at the now defunct, Club 3 Degrees in Minneapolis on Halloween with 38th Parallel and Decipher Down. That was a great venue, but it you can you need to see them outside if you can. Flaming pillars of smoke and being backlit with pinwheels of sparks really adds to the show.

[@paullangland7559]

Yay another Awesome react video. Thanks for the great content.

[@DianeJennings]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@michaeln.3491]

When I was doing the cover band scene, I opened for Skilliet once. They are amazing people. John and Cory are genuine. Love them.

[@Skilletfan]

Oh holy crud, are you serious? I absolutely adore this band!

[@word2yaII]

Opened a show for them on a few occasions. 20 years ago. I didn't even realize they were still around. Good guys. Great energy.

[@heatherg-thatsme]

I loved this song when it first came out but I haven’t heard it in so long. Thanks for reacting to it

[@DianeJennings]

😊 glad you enjoyed it!

[@Andres64B]

South Park has a great episode about a Christian rock band. I remember being in high school and them promoting a rock band coming to do a concert. Everybody was all excited and then they started playing. Most people got up and walked out.

[@rickeycarey4556]

U2 songs that to listen to that are popular With or Without You, Pride(In the Name of Love), Two Hearts Beat as One, All I Want Is You, I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For, One, Beautiful Day, Mysterious Ways, Sweetest Thing, Desire. U2 is also on the radio a lot.

[@rickeycarey4556]

I enjoyed learning with You about the band. That interesting about their name skillet since their Christian Rock. Most Church Services have luncheons where everyone brings some food. Some bring food made from a skillet.

[@jennifermorris6848]

This is on my workout play list. Very good for workout and stomping on an elliptical.

[@donjackson5522]

Love Skillet! Thank you! Seen them numerous times in concert. Korey Cooper does most of the mixing and producing along with playing rhythm guitar, keyboards, minimoog, xylophone, and just about everything. We stole Drummer Jen Ledger from England, who also has a side band called Ledger.

[@glennblackwell9679]

Happy New Year Diane. Yes, there are bands that are supposedly Christian Rock/Metal. Some of the first ones I remember hearing about was a Christian/Metal band named Stryper and also a female Christian/Pop singer named Amy Grant.

[@ticozayas6430]

I don't know much about the band, I don't know any names or anything like that, I just like some of their songs, but the two ladies are badass, especially the drummer she sings in some of the songs while going crazy on the drums and it's just so impressive she sings so clear and strong, oh and her voice is actually angelic :)))

[@Nova_vant_harr]

I highly recommend their song Victorious. It’s probably my favorite of theirs

[@Skilletfan]

Hey Diane! I’m so excited that you listened to Skillet! I’m a die-hard Panhead (Skillet fan). I’d love to see you react to some of their other songs, like Hero, Victorious, Whispers in the Dark, Crossfire, and Psycho in My Head. By the way, you might be interested that the drummer, Jenny Ledger, who also does backup vocals, is British and straight from England.

[@thitsugaya1224]

I got to seem them live in concert and talk to a couple of band members, they're really cool people.

[@jmfloyd23]

Skillet is awesome!! Glad you reacted to it! Jesus loves you!

[@wolf870626]

Terrify the dark is my favorite Skillet song it lifts me up when I feel anxious, angry or sad.

[@CapnDan57]

Wow, Irish Girl. Headbanging music with a religious message. It really is true, Diane's channel is like a box of Gump chocolate. One never knows what they'll get next.

[@Reubinv]

Literally exactly what I was thinking.. word for word

[@DianeJennings]

Well I just LOVE that perspective

[@linabasilisk1955]

The first Christian rock band I encountered was Petra. They go back to to at least the 80s. Christian music used to have great variety. Most of the modern stuff just isn't my thing. I really liked Plumb, Brave Saint Saturn, and Dakoda Motor Company.

[@CrimsonRoseDancer]

You should check out Lacey Sturm. Rot, Awaken Love, and a Broken Pieces are good places to start for songs of hers.

[@LeGaulois_5]

Yeah Skillet ❤❤❤❤

[@HikeAroundandFindOut]

Hi Diane! I've never really listened to Skillet, but in the 80s, I went to see the Christian Big Hair Metsl band, Stryper in concert. It was a fun show, but what I remember the most was this random guy asking me if I was a believer in Jesus Christ? Then later that same dude asked me if I had any smoke lol. The 80s were cool. Boop!

[@DianeJennings]

That’s so funny!! 😊

[@rogerhuggettjr.7675]

I remember seeing them in St. Paul in '88 (In God We Trust) and there where protesters complaining there was no place for drums in Christian music. I stumped them when they had no comment as to whether the Battle Hymn of the Republic was Christian.

[@HikeAroundandFindOut]

@@rogerhuggettjr.7675 I'm pretty sure they opened the show with Battle Hymm of the Republic! Michael Sweet had a great rock voice.

[@walkerphilip2538]

You should give Thousand Foot Krutch (TFK) a shot. A lot of bangers they made growing up.

[@michaelriddick7116]

TFK is great too!! 😁🤘

[@rogerhuggettjr.7675]

Rawkfist, Call Out, Sparks Fly, Move! The first Christian mosh pit I was in was seeing them in concert.

[@scottferguson2092]

Thanks Diane! I had never heard of Skillet before. Listening to this song I would never in a million years have guessed that it was a religious song. Not really my thing, but I always appreciate hearing something new.

[@DianeJennings]

Same same!! 😊

[@josiah1218]

Not religious

[@Skilletfan]

Skillet is amazing! If you liked this song, you might like others.

[@robertbennion3166]

​@@josiah1218 it is religious, they are a religious band. You have to look from perspective. The song is speaking about the dark side in all of us and how we are battling, it is a war, and we are trying to convey that we need someone to come save us from the beast within, the darkness called (sin). The band are very open about their faith.

[@Sethdarunner]

I actually grew up loving the heavy metal in skillets songs. I kinda fell of of it when I found classic country, but just like your first car, you always come back with fond memories

[@mogwiawolf4354]

a great band

[@UnleashYourPassion2024]

Thank you for another great video. I love Christian music and if you ever have the time , some of my favorite Christian artists are Toby Mac, Newsboys and Chris Tomlin. 🎉 Keep up the great work and give Chewie a big hug for me and my 2 dogs, Lucky and Brutis! ❤😊

[@murphygreen8484]

Saw these guys live a few years ago. Even though I'm an atheist I still really enjoyed it!

[@mattheweudy2396]

1:01 the group on Diane’s Patreon are fantastic people too

[@DianeJennings]

Yassss you guys are the BEST!

[@erinkelly1234]

haven't heard them in forever used to like them in my teens and early twenties

[@jaysondixon923]

At the time of when this song came out, the band comprised of husband and wife John & Korey Cooper, Ben Kasica and Jen Ledger. John is the lead singer, his wife Korey is the female guitarist, and the one he escapes with in the music video, Ben is the other guitarist, and Jen's the drummer. They released a sequel (at least video wise) back in 2017, with Ben Kasica no longer in the band (but he makes an appearance in the video). Seth Morrison was added to the band in February of 2011.

[@johnnydoe7616]

Skillet has toured overseas as well

[@scarreddisciple1702]

If you want to check out another track from them, try "Whispers In the Dark". It'd also be cool to look up some of their older stuff. They've reinvented their image a couple of times now, so it'd be very different.

[@kimtalley4496]

Legendary-Skillet is another great song.

[@lasagnasux4934]

I've never been a big Skillet fan. I loved Flyleaf, which always gets lumped in with them. I also didn't realize that people hadn't heard of Skillet, they were really big at one point.

[@mikeabendroth8337]

Slight correction. PAN heads, not POT heads. Here in the US, a pot head means something completely different.

[@eschalecdesign2009]

Is anybody here a fan of Petra? They were the premiere Christian rock band in my opinion. Hollow Eyes would make such a great reaction video. This was enjoyable, Diane!

[@thealexanderllanos]

Still listen to PETRA, particularly Unseen Power. When it comes to Christian Rock, I'm addicted to that album. Aaaaannnnnd now I gotta go listen to it.... again.

[@rogerhuggettjr.7675]

Saw them in '88 on their This Means War Tour. Also at a free concert on September 11, around 2015.

[@RighteousKill100]

Saw Petra as part of their Back to The Rock tour in the mid 2010s and then again this past October as part of their Classic Petra tour. My Dad got me into them and have loved them ever since.

[@eschalecdesign2009]

@@RighteousKill100 exact same here

[@urza4282]

Skillet is one of my top favorite bands! Would love to see more of your reactions to them!

[@xanderfleming6691]

Just keep rocking out girl 🤟🎸😎

[@aaronmurphy1485]

I love Skillet, they're awesome! Thanks for checking them out!

[@bryandawkins]

I am glad we could hang out today your smile always cheers me up

[@agarven1]

In 2005 I got to meet John Cooper in n 2005 the lead singer of Skillet. Amazing dude. I met John and the band in December last year. I told John I’m from Gurnee Illinois and got his wife and said he is from Gurnee. The band lives about 20 minutes to 30 minutes from Kenosha Wisconsin. That is where the band lives. I told his wife I wasn’t able to meet her. I told John I seen them at The Brat Stop in Kenosha Wisconsin with the band Slaughter. He said he remembers that show. Concert. I was in the crowd and John sees me when he was singing the song Collide. He sees me in the crowd and gives me a big nod and runs off which is an amazing moment to remember

[@revdmcspumcsb]

Skillet is a great band. I use the Christian Rock bands Skillet and Red when I work out or do king bike rides (30-40 miles). Great driving rhythms that get your heart pumping with a great message. You should listen to "Hero" from the same album as "Monster". The album takes you on a faith jouney dealing with subjects like dressing with the monsters inside of you to the Ultimate Hero of the faith, Jesus, without ever naming him.

[@donuttech635]

Diane have you ever heard of “We Are Messengers,” from Monaghan or “Rend Collective” from Bangor both are Contemporary Christian bands from Ireland and very popular in the US.

[@coolerthanmoney4468]

That was a fun reaction Diane. I first heard skillet about 30 years ago and instantly became a fan. Another great head banging song from a “Christian” rock band is Mindbender from the band The Crucified.

[@Childoftheking89]

Awake and alive, and Stars are my favorite Skillet songs. I recently watched your reaction to mr. Rogers and was excited to find this more recent video.

[@OfficialKatiesMedia]

For some reason my comments are not showing up: I'll sum it up with I'm a Christian rock photographer and thank you for reacting to this! In your face Jesus lyrics I recommend is "The Name" by Disciple or "Cassie" by Flyleaf. I have a whole list of bands to check out if you need more!

[@fooddog45]

Skillet is legit my most favorite band of all-time! I honestly think that they dont have a single bad song. If you want a much softer Skillet song you should check out the song called You Are My Hope. From what i remember they dedicated that song to 9/11.

[@aikidragonpiper71]

I love the Skillet song (Stars)

[@bonniebrown5102]

Christian, American Millennial here: A skillet concert was the peak event that your Church youth group could take you to..Kind of the like Disney World of youth group outings. I like to listen to Skillet in the gym or when I feeling nostalgic.

[@paulherman5822]

Unless you were my oldest niece. Brought up extreme fundamentalist, not allowed to watch anything more than PG, mostly G, with Southern Gospel roots. Then it'd be the Booth Brothers.😁

[@GamingWithPatrick87]

If you do more Skillet reactions, I recommend the song Standing in the Storm off of their album called Dominion

[@Skilletfan]

Yeah, that’s a great song, too.

[@Groovy-z3x]

This band is AWESOME! I saw them in Minnesota back in 2010 I think and Toby Mac opened up for them.

[@yvonneknutzen6402]

Two of my favorite Skillet songs are More Faithful and Will You Be There. They are both ballad type songs.

[@edkeaton]

Hi Diane. Happy New Year to you and yours. Hope that you had a blessed holiday season. I don't think that I have ever heard of such a genre of music. To me, it sounds just like any metal band that I have heard. Looks like you had enjoyed it. I always enjoy your reactions to different types of music and your reactions are very genuine. I wish you all the best for your channel in 2024! Have a great weekend and be well! 👋😎🥳🎊🎉✌️

[@mikeh720]

chiming in late, with nothing to add. here algo-monster, here boy. that's a good boy...eat up! Cheers Diane 💚

[@njflyersfan74]

He’s talking about temptation, that’s the monster we all struggle with.

[@Backslider70]

Skillet has lots of awesome songs ...he's talking about the struggle to be obedient sometimes...check out more ....also check out STRYPER

[@Roadwarrior1318]

Skillet is awesome. Another song by them is called The Resistance is pretty good.

[@HellenKillerProject]

David and the Giants is an amazing christian rock band formed in the 60's .. In 1977 they went Christian and are still hitting it .. Stryper had a huge career on tour in the big league. P.O.D had a pretty major pop hit. Jars of Clay. Third Day. and Alice Cooper ...

[@DerangedLeftWingers]

the girl drummer is from the UK

[@tbgrace]

I haven’t heard of this band until Christmas Eve when my stepson mentioned them.

[@tomgallier7245]

I agree, Diana. I was listening and waiting to hear how this all tied back into their love of God and the Gospel of Christ. That said, it was a good song.

[@rickeycarey4556]

American Biscuits and Cornbread are two commonly cooked foods in a Iron Skillet and very good. Did You know? the Iron Skillet Helps infuse the Butter, Oil, Egg, and Milk into the Biscuits and Cornbread to give it it's best taste compared to cooking it on a cookie sheet/pan in the oven.

[@jeremyrichey4243]

A lot of Skillet's songs have spiritual themes. Some of their songs with more obvious spiritual messages include: Stars, Whispers in the dark, Sick of it. They often try to do a lot of outreach to people struggling with depression and substance abuse, and present themes of encouragement and strength while presenting all men including themselves as fallen, and pointing to the divine as an avenue to save. They definitely aren't meant for everybody, but I think everyone has their mission and they have found it.

[@edrodriguez9431]

I was not expecting you to upload today Diane so thank you.

[@DianeJennings]

You’re welcome 😊

[@edrodriguez9431]

@@DianeJennings Anytime

[@diannamichalidas9014]

Skillet is an awesome band with a message, there are others as well, Demon Hunter, Love and Death, HolyName to name a few.

[@therealhardrock]

I am a very special person. I actually heard of Skillet before Monster (Poe's Law).

[@darthcrio1]

Skillet has been around ever since late 90s

[@peterjamesfoote3964]

Hi Diane! Hope your weekend’s great!

[@dongleason9878]

I'm glad you're expanding your musical horizons but after watching this I think I have heard enough Skillet to last me this lifetime and the afterlife.

[@DianeJennings]

😂😂😂

[@anthonydaniel9534]

Ok, now you're just showing off how brave you can be. Don't go in too deep, it's not worth the pain. Diane, we know you're awesome already.

[@zipper778]

Feel Invincible by Skillet! Excellent song! Maybe even their best.

[@chipparmley]

True, you have to have your brain head in the right place to enjoy this band

[@davidhasz5898]

This song is by far the most popular, but you should also check out some of their songs where they mix male/female vocals.

[@cypher515]

Others have suggested "Awake and Alive" which I'm definitely a big fan of, and I'd also suggest "Legendary" -- which I actually know because it was repurposed for the theme song to WWE Monday Night Raw for a period of time, and is probably my favorite theme song of that show after "Burn it to the Ground" by Nickelback. (To paraphrase Ron "R-Truth" Killings, "DON'T @ ME!" _beat_ "OK, @ ME!" -- you had to be there.)

[@stevenr2789]

Look at awake and alive. Back from the dead. Not gonna die. Phsyco in my head. Comatose. Rise. Rebirthing.