getting weird with WALLSOCKET by underscores *Album Reaction & Review*

[@gulermo]

his whole reaction with johnny johnny johnny was so relatable **starts dancing** "OH NO! THIS IS HORRIBLE" **keeps dancing**

[@MFWb00bi3s]

Haha exactly. I burst out laughing when he was bopping his head at 22:22 and went 😬 Awww yeah yeah.... 😀 NOOOO Perfectly relatable haha

[@soaphi7069]

Troy trying to bop but then listening to the horrifying lyrics and getting icked out was so relatable

[@csilver]

Underscores reaches a unique level of genius in this album, the attention to detail and small decision making make it a masterpiece!

[@aidan8473]

It's so well-crafted, it's been on non-stop since I found it last week.

[@csilver]

@@aidan8473 I saw a good majority of it live in Manchester last week and my mind was blown

[@raviedavieu]

​@@csilver oh manchester gotta have been the best show from the uk leg of the tour (if not bristol the other sold out show, cuz i haven't seen any clips from that one yet) so lucky

[@csilver]

@@raviedavieu it was incredible, the atmosphere in that room was something else. She was smiling so much over everyone knowing all the lyrics

[@nickisnotgreen]

album of the yearrrrrree cmon

[@elstovon]

So funny to see your reply here, my girlfriend and I were just wondering if you and Dev liked this album. Your guys’ album was a serious contender for my pick of the year, I think it’s my #2 behind this one

[@maush.]

Its the queef jerky guy

[@healxo]

IT'S OVERWHELMING HOW GOOD THIS ALBUM IS

[@WAHa06x36]

I don't think I've ever heard anything quite like it.

[@Jamjo.]

was definitely not expecting this album review but it’s sick that you checked it out!

[@Jaksonranger]

I would LOVE to see a Jane Remover album reaction!!!

[@aloeverah.]

YESSSS

[@SASTSimon]

Especially a dariacore 3 reaction

[@Zekew24]

You should definitely listen to Fishmonger and Boneyard in full too, whether for videos or just for your own personal enjoyment. I enjoy both of those previous works a bit more than this new one due to the shorter song structures and more replayability, but I do think she matured as an artist really well on this one!

[@PaperbackPlanes]

Fr this video is so theraputic, you have the same reactions i had to each song but you have the words to explain exactly why it's scratching that itch in my brain, what exactly in the technicalities makes it so good. I really appreciated that! Also- your editor is insane wth this is so good?!

[@hybyrn]

hearing your interpretation of the lyrics was so so cool to me beacause I realized how the lyrics make perfect sense within the wallsocket arg with all the characters, but also have these insane hard hitting themes, all these interpretations, all of them valid and a valuable analysis of what April created (the pony up mother and father thing was so insane to me also that is just sick)

[@weewooweewoo906]

i agree i love seeing others interpretations of it

[@PaperbackPlanes]

9:40 it's a reference to a pavement song that starts with "pigs, they wiggle when they walk" which in turn is about cops. He's introing the exact same way and maybe pointing out a cop depending how you take the rest of his verse. You can definitely hear the pavement influences on this track in it's own weird way so its a really cool, on the nose touch.

[@rehnaanliker5931]

Damn I just commented this but you worded it way better…. The songs name is Stereo for anyone wondering

[@Simian855]

Give me malaria, hysteria.

[@meltingmug]

Okay, that’s some *solid* info to know! The rhythm of that section was definitely (VERY) inspired by Stereo, but Gabby clearly put his own spin on it.

[@meredithe8379]

I know you have never shied away from the subject but I absolutely adore and appreciate your inclusion of queer music! This album is amazing!! Thanks for introducing me to it!! Also I think u should give “I Love My Girl, She’s My Boy” by BETWEEN FRIENDS a listen if you haven’t!

[@helengrugett]

yesss love between friends

[@danielj6417]

I had never listened to the band until I saw this comment and now I love them so much. Thanks for the rec bro. Got any more?

[@meredithe8379]

@@danielj6417 my dude I’m always listening to tunes, of course I have more. idk if these will all be ur vibe or in the same category of Between Friends lol But anyway, this is who I’ve had on repeat Cowboy Malfoy, JVK, Djo, Maya Hawk grouptherapy. , the amazing devil, and then like a ton of artists that Troy has videos for lol

[@YupOkayThx]

@@meredithe8379 I love grouptherapy. so much. I grew up with Black Eyed Peas and grouptherapy. is kind of like if BEP were actually cool and not just extremely corny.

[@Spirashun47]

This is dangerous because when I'm singing 'arms body legs flesh skin bone sinew' to myself in the grocery store someone might call the police

[@sophiaisabelle01]

WALLSOCKET sure is a masterpiece all on its own. You won't be able to find another one like it.

[@meltingmug]

I swear watching your reaction to this is like holding a MIRROR to my GODDAMN SOUL, man! This album, along with "hypochondriac" by Brakence (thanks for the hearted comment on that vid, again), are just such a VIBE on the first couple listens, and, y'know, they stay vibin, but they get EMOTIONAL. it's like an onion. it has LAYERS. Your reaction to Johnny Johnny Johnny is like, the physical MANIFESTATION of how I mentally coped with the dissonance between the very, very f*cked up story of the song, and the absolute BOP of everything else about it, and Uncanny long arms... to put it lightly: got me f*cking sobbing. The ending of that song was clipped from Inlaws, a demo track that eventually became Kinko's field trip 2006, my favorite song from the Fishmonger album. It's a song about insincerity, the pain that stems from that, the desire to just be yourself around other people... y'know, being trans and not being out yet. With that ending being paired with the rest of the song, which, while definitely being entrenched in the Wallsocket ARG lore (there's lore man, like I said, this sh*t has LAYERS), is so strongly about dysphoria and the feeling of not being _right_ in your own body, it’s just... I've been struggling with my own gender stuff for a while now, so, to say the least, it hits *different* , and by different I mean like a *TRUCK* to the *HEART* ( or perhaps a *shot to the chest* ) (okay so this actually took me three entire hours to write, since I went back to double check absolutely everything I wrote, and went back and listened to the songs too [and watch like two video essays because I've got ADHD and can't focus on one thing at a time] so....) Thanks for this, HT. ( edited 10 months later for clarity :] )

[@wormwormwormie]

This album and hypochondriac are my ABSOLUTE FAVORITES! Glad to see someone else who agrees

[@ebur1n803]

i got see her live recently and your reactions are literally mine. i can confidently say it slaps even harder live

[@Briomantic]

I saw her in Phoenix and yeah god damn!!!!!!!! It was crazy

[@aidanglowacki1715]

this is the first review i've seen from you, and I absolutely LOVE the way you break down the tracks as you're reacting. appreciate how much attention you pay to every little detail, especially. keep it up man, big fan!

[@ianwolf7269]

im actually so hype to see you cover this album

[@olderchild3323]

This project honestly was one of my favorites of the year also got to see her perform live about a month ago absolutely amazing!! Thanks for shining a light on them they deserve all the recognition

[@FKS90]

Was looking through the comments and had to point out as I hadn't seen it. The final section of Uncanny Long Arms, is actually a reprise of a verse from Kinko's Field Trip 2006 from her Fishmonger EP. First time I heard that callback I nearly fell off my bed

[@erikkumitsubashi1048]

More specifically, it reprised "inlaws"

[@maddyscarcity]

i literally broke down crying when it happened cuz kinkos is one of my fav songs ever😭😭

[@josef1244]

Such a relatable reaction to this album. Makes me wish I could listen for the first time again

[@flying_ace_]

underscores, brakence........ now we need some quadeca reactions!!!! (and maybe jane remover)

[@Zekew24]

Yesss Jane! Frailty or Census Designated would blow Troy's mind (in very different ways)!

[@flying_ace_]

@@Zekew24 absolutely true!! i feel like he's done something with idmthy but i know he hasnt and i think i need it in my life whether or not he likes it

[@Zekew24]

@@flying_ace_ IDMTHY is definitely a must cover, my second favorite album of last year! I think he'd love the production front to back.

[@Glaivz_]

I watched this on stream, thank you for introducing me to what is atm my album of the year. I love that you cover "smaller" artists.

[@lucythegray]

been obsessed with this album since the first singles dropped, and it’s awesome seeing someone appreciate just how good the songwriting is I saw her perform live with my girlfriend and it was one of the best moments of my life thank you for giving this record a shot and thank you for being so respectful and fun ❤

[@destroyerkitty9434]

Never watched your channel before but I love how emotive you are in your reactions! Gotta hit that subscribe. I would really recommend Census Designated by Jane Remover if you need a new album to check out. It came out very recently and she always puts out some serious gems.

[@platanopple]

Wow, this is one of the best reviews I've seen in the last year maybe, love it! And shout out underscores!!

[@BlastedYT]

as a trans woman i really loved this album and I’m glad you liked it too!

[@paradiis_]

as a cis man i also loved the album

[@maddyscarcity]

as a fellow trans woman i too really loved this album and am glad he liked it too (we all think the same

[@cjtagt1548]

as an album i really loved this trans woman

[@vyl3nt]

Us! :D

[@maddyscarcity]

@@cjtagt1548 as a trans album i really loved this woman

[@Eeee300-]

I never knew there was an album by someone I didn’t even know existed until today possibly beat out all other albums I’ve ever heard

[@sophieslife8330]

love discovering new artists through your videos

[@MFWb00bi3s]

5:36 the jeopardy bit with the reversal on the editing is amazing, had to rewatch it a few times! In fact the editing for the entirety of Locals is INSPIRED. So fun to watch someone hear it for the first time, and then it's just kicked it a notch.

[@jennings4951]

If you liked this one you should REALLY check out her previous album fishmonger. It made incredible waves in hyperpop when it first came out and its just as amazing as wallsocket.

[@deltaproto]

seeing these lyrics be analyzed outside of the lore of the ARG is interesting actually

[@jonnanino]

Yeah for sure! I fell into the trap of disregarding my own initial analysis when i first learned it was a concept album. The way she uses the concept to explore topics so personal to her is incredible to me.

[@CharlotteLfleur]

wait what arg-

[@meltingmug]

@@CharlotteLfleur oh sweet summer child

[@kharm522]

i hadnt seen your reaction to this album until today and you have no idea how excited i got because im a hardcore underscores fan, also fun fact, uncanny long arms, the ending lyrics "several hidden shots to the chest" etc is also in another song, kinkos field trip, def recommend a listen!

[@am_i_randi03106]

Woah this is my first time listening to any of their music, and its so cool! never really listened to anything like it before :) That reminds me will you be continuing the series where you react to small artists? I thought it was really cool and a fun way to listen to some new music!

[@unbecominglycomely]

This album ended up being one of my favorites of all time ngl

[@SDhighlightz]

LOVE LOVE LOVE that you're covering less mainstream albums!!!

[@HappyNBoy]

Oh fuck yeah! I've been loving this album and I'm excited to see more people covering it!

[@cassibeth12]

nevershoutnever reference was a deep cut. making me feel old as hell lol. loved this album!!

[@TwizzleTown]

AND Kellin Quinn - I nearly lost my mind

[@clementeparedes5154]

first time viewer, fantastic review. really loved your commentary. my album of the year for sure !

[@Huckleberry1]

Me: *expects 1989 tv* Troy: ha. You fool.

[@chemistryflavored]

It’s on his Patreon

[@RupalGoel-lh5lt]

@@chemistryflavored after how much time does he upload it on youtube and idea

[@neinsoymilk3182]

This is easily my AOTY, glad you enjoyed it. Would love to also see a reaction to Jane Remover’s new album, Census Designated

[@L1vRosie]

I love during duhhhhhhhhh someone in stream chat was like “she is mothering “ 😂❤

[@ColorExpression]

been waiting for this! I love this album sm

[@boyfriend-online]

this album is so fuckin wild i'm really glad you listened to it on stream

[@weewooweewoo906]

"yeah she was ALWAYS the final girl dude! she was ALWAYS the final girl!" idk why this part makes me tear up sm lmaosjdjsjx hes so wholesome

[@musicsoulhaysgrl]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR GIVING THIS ARTIST RECOGNITION!!!

[@enrouteextras6840]

this came out of nowhere but i’m so down, underscores is incredible!!!

[@olaf4320]

Moshing to this album at a live show was truly an experience

[@okn0el]

ALBUM OF THE YEAR ‼️😤

[@cjsdizzy]

Ive never watched any of your videos but im for sure gonna check them out this was really great dude. Im in love with this album and it was really cool seeing different interpretations of it. Loved seeing how into it you got 🤘

[@ImR817_]

NOOO was so excited to see jane’s part on uncanny long arms but it’s edited out 😭

[@rehnaanliker5931]

9:43 “stereo” by Pavement. The very first line of that song is “Pigs the tend to wiggle when they walk” and to me that can only be a reference to that

[@meltingmug]

It’s also similar rhythmically and tonally. Overall, a great repurposing of Stereo’s intro.

[@shanithezimhoni]

18:27 that is such a great interpretation!!

[@olaf4320]

36:42 funny enough she gave her parents a shout out at the Los Angeles show because they were there 😭

[@lilmoon1890]

Could you possibly do a Jessie Ware - That! Feels Good album reaction please. It came out 4 months ago but it one of the best albums of 2023! (in my opinion)

[@averybain3497]

Yes this needs to happen!!! Such an underrated album and one of the best of the year easily

[@oreo_.taylorsversion]

I third this, probably my favourite dancing album of 2023 & definitely my favourite album by Jessie Ware. While on the topic of dancing, don't forget to stream "RENAISSANCE" the dance album by Beyoncé :).

[@lilmoon1890]

@@oreo_.taylorsversion love that album so much. The way Renaissance is House & R&B & That! Feels Good is Disco Pop album make me think of the two like sisters!

[@lilmoon1890]

@@averybain3497 it’s been on repeat since it came out I love it so much. It’s so sensual & beautiful. Jessie’s live performances also look so fun I wish she was having a concert near me

[@juanmoraesx]

yeeeah 😮😮😮 underscores!!!! Didn’t expected you to react to her new album

[@expipocket]

I WAS WAITING FOR THIS SO SO BAD, TY TROY

[@breezexc]

this is such a good reaction/review video, thank you so much for reacting to this album!

[@x_umillo]

been hoping and praying for a reaction since i saw this on ur aoty, really glad you enjoyed it!!!!

[@randomdragons]

My friend just introduced me to this album what a coincidence!

[@MYSTIC5925]

bro you have to listen to “i didn’t mean to haunt you” by quadeca, you’ll cry so much

[@thisguy373]

Your energy in this review is amazing! New fan :]

[@finessed1066]

the underscores slander in the chat makes me sad omg tysm for reviewing her i love her music

[@blackmanrunfree]

Is that a GODDAMN BANJO?!? 🤯 27:18

[@tomiwaaina5499]

I saw underscores in concert and people were crying between fucking jammers where they were dancing their asses off

[@maddyscarcity]

which concert did u go to ?? i went to her london show and it was incredible

[@expipocket]

Could you do a reaction to Jane Remover's FRAILTY Album? That would be amazing

[@wabungy]

i know you constantly get requests for things so i dont expect anything, but underscores just released a deluxe for this album, i think youd really enjoy to revisit it :)

[@oligore]

you dont even know who i am is about parasocial relationships and how scary and possessive fans get when it comes to celebrities. its defo up for interpretation tho when i first listened i thought it was abt being in love with someone who doesnt want the same thing.

[@noakald]

Troye please do Troye Sivan’s new album something to give each other!!💓🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@lanaalways]

subbed, this is awesome, one of my fav albums

[@ivanteixeira3001]

i fucking love this album, I'm obsessed

[@JorgePerozalikesbread]

i feel really indignantedI feel very indignant that this video has so few views!!! too underrated

[@samyracristobal104]

You have to listen to Stephen Sanchez’s new album Angel Face!!

[@entabruh]

love u for this

[@nicososa]

My man I’m still waiting for your Demi’s REVAMPED reaction😭 is it ever coming??? Just wanna know if I should wait or give up

[@anaisabel7144]

You should check out Peter Mcpoland!! He released an album this past summer and would love hear your thoughts on it king!!😛

[@v_oidgold]

bro you need to do a mansionz 2 review video right this instant, it just dropped last night.

[@PurpleSneakers16]

I would say Fishmonger and Boneyard is more hyperpop driven. Love Wallsocket for that rock grunge feel tho

[@Folklovermore_13]

I like this 🥰 and We're waiting for your 1989TV reaction 🫡

[@kendallhake]

Petition for more Ethel Cain 🤞🏻🫦

[@shanithezimhoni]

46:01 that last verse is an interpolation of a different song from her previous album, which i am very sentimental of. Hit me like a truck.

[@zannadoodles3674]

I hope u react to fishmonger one day! It has some of my fav underscores songs on it. Thanks for this great video!!

[@fuiiprod]

"OH NO OH NO OH BUT ITS SO BOPPY"

[@jlee9922]

will you ever react to madison beer?? both her albums (life support, and silence between songs) are bangers and i hope to see your reaction!!

[@jgandhe]

Underscores review what!!??? YAAAAS!

[@v0idcaster]

def gotta react to fraily and census by jane

[@benvlam9451]

Please please please listen to Frailty by Jane Remover. Life changing stuff

[@nobodyislistening1328]

You should really listen to the album I Love You by Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers. Its not a very popular band but they are so good and deserve so much more recognition

[@TheFresnan22]

I've started to go through the highest rated and best selling albums of the year for my best albums list, and this is so far my number 2 behind only Sufjan Stevens' Javelin.

[@andrealeal8336]

what about the extra 3 songs of the deluxe ?? i need u to bop to Stupid (can't run from the urge), thats one of my soty

[@dleet4evr]

YASSS UNDERSCORES :D

[@FlakySoot]

Ngl the first song has been on loop for me for like a good few weeks xd

[@msgbproductions7395]

This album is super cool, cops an robbers and girls like us are fantastic songs.

[@ConcreteXF]

good to know i wasnt the only one who didnt know what sinew was :)

[@ConcreteXF]

Also just to clarify this song is not talking about April, its talking about a few characters in the "lore" of her music.

[@tomiwaaina5499]

Troy vibing to Johnny while the lyrics hit him like bricks was so fucking funny

[@SophscChab]

Hi everyone, I'm new on this channel, I heard him speak about some of Halsey songs and I was wondering if he already did a review of her albums? I'm a big fan of her and I'm curious about what he would think of her work :)

[@pete5367]

yo please react to Speed Run by Frost Children, I have not seen ANY reaction videos to Frost Children and they deserve it. They're as special as 100 gecs and Underscores. Highly, HIGHLY recommended.

[@jayeimas5304]

plsssss listen to sawayama by rina sawayama, or emotion by carly rae 😭

[@fartfart-n3i]

okay hear me out i’m a desperate woman. Bewitched by Laufey. it’s so jazzy and christmas time

[@EvaWay-v5l]

You should really look into Zerobaseone, Taemin(not his newest album), Ateez, or Seventeen. I’d really like to see and hear your thoughts on them especially because Ateez and Seventeen are self produced.