FIRST TIME Listening to Hadestown | reaction to first 4 songs

[@acheykai]

22:03 what you miss by just listening to the musical is Orpheus while singing makes a flower bloom, thats why Eurydice makes a full turn around because he's showing her proof that he can *literally* make spring come again. Another muscial recomendation that you may enjoy is 36 questions, it's an audio only musical that you can listen to on spotify, might be a good reaction!

[@Missed_V]

When Orpheus sings his song in "Wedding Song" the flower (the one on the album art) starts to bloom! When she sees what his song could do, she thought that would solve all her problems like he promised-- which is what convinced her.

[@LDIndustries]

What you gotta remember is that Orpheus's songs work literal magic. When he says "it'll bring Spring back" he's being completely literal. Just the unfinished version caused flowers to bloom and all of nature around them to join in on the chorus.

[@Phoenix358_art]

Fun fact about Hadestown: it’s what’s called a “true musical” it basically goes song to song to song without much dialogue outside of them

[@Mr_Freds_Studio]

So are Epic and Hamilton

[@johnherrera509]

I believe it’s also called a sung-through musical

[@yoyoeldas]

True musical is never a term though. The earliest forms of musical theater is what's called a book musical-with the musical numbers integrated in a "book" i.e. spoken dialogue and plot. Sung-through musicals are a much later development so it's wrong to call one truer than the other

[@Phoenix358_art]

@@yoyoeldas yeah, my bad. I’ve only ever heard the term spoken and got “through” confused with “true”

[@RatatoskClarke]

@@Mr_Freds_Studio Is Epic really intended to be a sung-through show? Because if so, it needs a bit more work for it to make sense.

[@KaitheKnightly]

So to explain, Hadestown, is telling the tale as if it's taking place during the Great Depression era and the city of New Orleans. And Orpheus had a way with nature, his music literally bent nature to his will. So that's why he's saying the river, trees, and birds will give them what they need. He's been singing to them and they tend to do what he wants. Even the ground will listen to him. He was able to make flowers bloom with just the amount of the song he shared with Eurydice. In actual myth she was a wood nymph (female nature spirit). This is supposed to be why she wants Spring and Fall to return in the tale. The summer and winter are too harsh for her to live in.

[@Rcmkney23]

He doesn’t get his talent from Hermes, he’s the son of muse who are goddesses of art and music, and his singing is magical

[@glamourweaver]

“I’m confused about how” Literally the way he said. Whenever he sings his song, the river will break its banks and leave gold at their feet. The trees will bend down and give them fruits, nuts, and syrup. The birds will fly down and lay feathers upon the ground as a bed of down.

[@beanofglory1051]

"He's such a little golden retriever" is perfect for Orpheus I hope that you have a chance at some point to see the video of Reeve Carney waving hello at his character's introduction and singing these early songs to Eva Noblezada as Eurydice, and then you will understand the depth of its perfection XD

[@kyrabergen3553]

Fun fact about Hadestown and Disney's Hercules, since you mentioned the Muses - Lillias White, who voiced Calliope (kind of the leader of the Muses) in Hercules also landed the role of Hermes in Hadestown after the original actor left the show! I love that little bit of full circle ^^

[@emmikay7387]

In greek mythology, I believe that Calliope is actually Orpheus' mom

[@antdelros6180]

Jorge, from epic, mentioned that his Hermes was supposed to be similar to Hadestown's Hermes

[@Missed_V]

Initially he wanted his Hermes to be the younger version of Hadestown's Hermes , but he eventually decided to do his own thing.

[@anonymousname5860]

@@Missed_Vthat’s probably for the best. His version turned out great and it allowed them both to be distinct. I like both versions. This Hermes feels much older, like he has seen everything by now, Jorge’s version feels young and tricky like he’s just having a good time.

[@caduceusdraws]

That was a very fun reaction to watch, especially seeing how much of greek mythology you pieced together at the beginning despite not reading a lot about it, or your reaction to the Fates' harmonies or flirting with Penelope and Eurydicie hahaha Looking forward to the rest! This has been my favourite musical for years even if Epic is getting there too

[@Ella16360]

So glad you’re enjoying Hadestown! I really hope you continue with the lyric videos. Also most songs flow directly into each other and are better listened back to back. I love the musical so much! Looking forward to more!

[@NiamhJP03]

Same! The animatics that are out are amazing, but I have a feeling it might get a bit confusing with the songs that don’t have one, or songs like Epic III where the only animatics I could find were using the other cast album

[@horriblesillycrazy]

HELL YEAH HADESTOWN RAHHHHHHH ❤❤ you should definitely check out their stage performance, absolutely incredible 🙏🙏

[@gracesiegel7849]

Each song has the universe in them. All the things we experience and the emotions that come with them... it is one of favorites

[@chonk2electricboogaloo976]

Hadestown is my favorite musical, can’t wait for you to listen to more especially if you’re this into it after only the first 4 songs

[@bluewhitevoice]

Hadestown is great, I'll definitely stay here watching you react to the songs if you continue

[@frandoesfranart]

I absolutely loved this! Hadestown is my favourite musical ever, I got to see it live in London about a month ago and I've been fixated on it ever since aaaa i loved this video you're truly matching the vibes and it was so much fun to watch you go through these, I'd love it if you continued, thank you for the vid!

[@elkins4406]

This is my favorite musical, and I am so excited at the idea of you listening all the way through! The animatics I've seen are very good, and can sometimes help to give an idea of things going on that aren't necessarily apparent in the music (like Orpheus's unfinished la-la-la song making a flower come to life and bloom in the Wedding Song, which is what so impressed Eurydice).

[@CavesAndCorvids]

YESYESYES IM OBSESSED WITH HADESTOWN!!! It was the first non-highschool theatre production i ever saw and ever since I’ve been going crazy. Also fun fact! Both Orpheus and Odysseus have historically been used as symbols of Jesus Christ, even in old catacomb paintings. Also Hermes and Apollo seem to be having similar characterizations in this musical! Hermes is portrayed as a storyteller and friend of the muses, while in myth both of those roles are traditionally given to Apollo. The reason for this is likely due to Hermès’ role as the person who used to transport souls to the underworld (prior to Hades and Chiron’s existence, they were first referenced following the Odyssey. So that’s another reason that Hades is not in EPIC. The role of Hades was actually occupied by Poseidon at the time I believe as they were likely a singular god- and thus no Chiron or Hades to help souls pass on.) It’s actually the reason people put coins on the dead’s eyes, to pay Hermes but also cause he’s god of thieves and such

[@omarsalem1219]

What

[@CavesAndCorvids]

@@omarsalem1219 Hermes is telling their story on the road to hell cause he takes the souls down the road to hell.

[@omarsalem1219]

@Crowstales dude, I love this show I am wondering about the jesus thing

[@CavesAndCorvids]

@@omarsalem1219 oh yeah! Orpheus and Odysseus we’re both often compared to/used by the church to characterize Christ, mostly each of their traveling to the underworld (dying) and returning home (being resurrected)

[@omarsalem1219]

Ok that actually kinda makes sense now, thanks

[@armytech8098]

Ok, you got me with, "He's such a little Gold Retriever". Love watching some else enjoy this. My favorite musical. Anais Mitchell is a folk genius.

[@shay181197]

Honestly, the first time I heard Orpheus’s “La la la,” I laughed a little, too. It was too abrupt and felt so different from the sounds we heard until now. The thing is I get it now. Orpheus is different; the words he says to Eurydice are just as abrupt and untethered as the sound of his song at first. It’s because he’s alone there, at least at first. He carries others with him-Eurydice, nature itself-and when he’s not alone, it doesn’t sound out of place anymore. He invites the world to embrace his vision instead of adapting his vision to fit the existing world.

[@MercBuns]

oh im abt to be SO obsessed if u decide to keep going in listening, thank u for the first four songs 😭

[@rubenopdenkelder2771]

Keep it going. Go all the way to the end. O, and some songs stop abrubtly because they flow directy into the next song.

[@jasondobrich3560]

Please keep doing this musical. It’s my favorite! Rode my motorcycle to Chicago to see it with my brother who died shortly after

[@Phasmania]

Listening to banger after banger!! Definitely recommend finishing Hadestown, it’s a masterpiece imo

[@mr.oxyclean9606]

Just subscribed! I absolutely loved your reaction. Please continue!! (If you want :> )This musical is honestly mostly just songs, if there is even any dialogue outside of the songs. The songs directly follow each other for the most part, so you won’t miss much by just listening to the album! Which, I love that people can understand what’s happening by just listening to the album. Also, I think the wedding song mostly serves to show us their different personalities. Eurydice is very grounded and realistic while Orpheus is very optimistic and hopeful. For the most part, I think Orpheus’s answers are metaphorical, but basically means “We’ll use what we have/can to have our wedding!” Ever the optimist he is. But yeah, I ADORE this musical sooo much!! The songs are just beautiful and I love how well thought out the lyrics are! And, I wouldn’t mind seeing you react to animatics or just lyrics. I think it’s cool seeing you just react to the lyrics and make your own interpretation! But that’s just me ☺️ Either way, awesome video! Enjoyed watching it!

[@RandomWalkDownBroadway]

You have to get to it in person, ive gone back multiple times. It's a masterpiece.

[@mercifuldeath85]

Please keep going with these, absolutely love seeing new people discover this one for the first time!

[@ElykRindon07]

Please keep going. This was my favorite before Epic. I literally had a Hadestown phase from 2019 to 2021 and influenced my ex to liking it 😅

[@stedmanregester6926]

Quick Note: I don’t know if enough people are aware that Hermes is also a Psychopomp guiding soul of mortals from the mortal realm to Hades. That’s why he operated the railroad in this depiction.

[@MotherlyMoth]

There's some great animatics for Hadestown, would highly recommend giving them a watch.

[@milksoda-n1u]

AAA glad you're enjoying the musical so far!! you can always check out the animatics after listening to the soundtrack with the lyric video maybe? I recommend sealbatross if you ever want animatics

[@AgaeteOfficial]

I love Hadestown!, please keep going ❤

[@omarsalem1219]

Would love for you to continue this, your reaction was really good and you are gonna enjoy it also yes this is the story you remembered

[@hugabug008]

After Hadestown I would recommend Come From Away. It is one of my favorites and needs more love.

[@jessk1683]

recommendation that you watch animatics instead of lyric videos!! a lot of them have subs and you can get a better idea for what the vibe is onstage from the visual depiction :)

[@FrostyTheSnowPickle]

The songs feel like they have abrupt ends because the musical is a sung-through. Every song leads right into the next, with no dialogue in between.

[@Raging_Fish]

It's so nice that Hadestown gets new eyes and ears on it in the wake of Epic 💖

[@grassiehalls3922]

Hadestown is such an amazing soundtrack, I hope you listen to more! It is a phenomenal experience

[@Pal-605]

I can’t wait to see your reactions to the coming songs I absolutely love them

[@orfeassiozos1575]

Knowing what happens next I can't not get heavy chested and teary eyed with this musical

[@danielsinging8295]

Can’t wait for you to hear the rest of this musical

[@saber1epee0]

My wife and I had hadestown as our first dance. Yes I would love to watch you experience hadestown for the first time...

[@pizza_f92]

Since we're now waiting for the next Epic Saga...When do we get more Hadestown reaction videos?😊

[@ruffboiALT]

If you like the folkier sound, I highly recommend High Noon Over Camelot by The Mechanisms. It's more of a narrative album that was sung as a concert rather than a musical, but it's got an awesome story. Queer Space Western King Arthur.

[@cliodnaconnoree2635]

I hope you'll continue this, assuming you didn't listen to the whole album off screen. :D Watching people reacting for the first time to musicals I like is my newest guilty pleasure and the musical gets so much better as it goes along

[@geminiqueen7388]

YES MORE HADESTOWN FANS

[@Rcmkney23]

Mother, we hunger for more

[@rytova_ar]

Let's go! Hadestown!

[@glamourweaver]

They end quickly because each is going right into the next song for the most part

[@MadameChristie]

Funny you bring up the muses frim Hercules. One of them is currently playing Hermes on Broadway :P

[@Whovs_]

Dude yes, when I first went to see Hadestown an Orpheus sang the song I also thought of Mafuyu 🤣🤣🤣

[@Meloned_turtle176]

This is gonna be fun💀💀💀

[@kalintoma9303]

Somebody send her the slime

[@xavierestelles9327]

Please keep going!

[@ruffboiALT]

13:16 the stop was abrupt bc technically it goes directly into the next song. There aren't really any gaps between the songs in Hadestown.

[@omarsalem1219]

Awesome

[@brianahyler381]

It's an old song... it's a Tragedy.

[@sunnysunsins]

If you need animatics for this series, i made a playlist for reactions, since most HT animatics aren't finished or simply don't exist

[@soccerwizard975]

Keep going

[@Rcmkney23]

are u not doing more?

[@priscillamcrmy]

Eurydice is the best, this show is so special

[@somedudewatchintv5297]

Was this the only Hadestown reaction?

[@oceanapearl3503]

Come down into the rabbithole....

[@londyn1714]

Dude where do I listen to this I been looking for weeks

[@pileofsaltOG]

Its all over youtube. Its been up there for a while. All 3 albums Just search hadestown soundtrack

[@Howtobeahuman101]

HADESTOWN MENTIONED?

[@oceanapearl3503]

You wanna try watching the animatics?