I guess it's good... Architects "Whiplash" (Reaction & Review)

[@lamesandfn9693]

You're the only reactor I know that doesn't hype up stuff and will point out what you didn't like and specifically why. You're not trying to stay positive to please the viewer and aren't easily impressed. I appreciate that. It's why I keep coming back to your channel.

[@Enzogamerbr12]

same, unlike nick nok

[@frankcastle10]

Bogdan rules 🔥

[@callmekanda5662]

This 10000%

[@DrClownPhD]

@@Enzogamerbr12 Nik Nocturnal in terms of opinions and discussion is a fraud. But because he does what he does he's been able to capture a much wider audience

[@dylanhuff3373]

bogdan real as hell

[@antman8845]

New Thornhill if you want something you WILL like... :D

[@kolderreviews]

I got to see them play it live on Tuesday, the crowd was insane. Had a pit going!

[@yow5832]

Seeing them on Saturday and I genuinely can't wait to hopefully hear it

[@92dunbar]

That Bristol gig was sick. Nerv absolutely slapped live

[@nicksimmons8373]

Oh my God it's so good

[@scottwelch9340]

WHAAAAAT!?

[@MeZame-l2u]

It's good. It's fun. But I prefer what FTTWTE proposed. Leaning into the Alternative Metal and orchestral with songs like Animals, Discourse is Dead, Dead Butterflies, Libertine, Goliath, Demi God. I ask of them to be ambitious, mature, heavy when it's really needed so that it's more impactfull. What's the point of Seeing Red and his lyrics now when you release songs like Curse and Whiplash and say in interview you are at your best when you're angry ?

[@trishbhatia0]

Yeah, FTTWTE is great, and it isn't as big of a departure from holy hell as people claim it to be

[@Stizzl]

Finally someone mentioning Demi God, what an underrated song. I do really enjoy this new song for what they are going for, but these songs so far, while being bangers, have not connected to me in the way the songs on FTTWTE and the previous records have. I do still think some of the lyrics in these songs are quite well written, but the overall mood has shifted towards a sound and lyrical style that more often than not kicks in the front door instead of being more "open" and grandiose. I think the next record is shaping up to be a good to really good modern metalcore album, but is not going to challenge the listener all that much.

[@kw-wf9uf]

@MeZame-l2u In a perfect world, the more gentle and open elements of FTTWTE would exist on the same record as a song like Whiplash. That really would be the sky, the earth and all between. Personally I think they found a perfect modern sound for them with Exist, but I'm always open to new approaches

[@arun09345]

Demi God is sooooo underrated​@@Stizzl

[@CasualChaoz]

​@@StizzlStoked to see other people mentioning Demi God! That was the song that really really hooked me on the album and I never saw anyone mentioning it despite how good it is!

[@Aleeega]

bogdan there’s new thornhill too don’t forget that

[@eonblue5919]

New thornhill banger 🗣🗣🗣🗣🗣‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️

[@theopinson3851]

Yeah I was kind of meh about it too. It’s cool that they’re heavy again, I just miss the more interesting riffs.

[@philipppfaff6568]

its just heavy for the sake of being heavy tbh

[@tubadude07]

Gotta think that lacking Tom’s writing makes a difference.

[@maxek01]

For real, there's no more story behind it, they're just wanna show that they answer the haters "Want some heavyness, there is heavyness" meh

[@philipppfaff6568]

@@maxek01 to be in your mid 30s. and care about what 'haters' say doesnt speak for architects or this track at all. man i loved this band so much. every concert was fucking awesome. I cant bother with their new music and I am not a hater. There is just so much more passion and meaning in their older stuff. this feels washed up

[@somedogsarecops2354]

I don't like arena rock architects, but if they are growing and paying the bills, then good for them. I knew they were no longer making music for someone like me when Animals came out.

[@theopinson3851]

Yeah…that was the dividing line for sure. Dead Butterflies was a cool song and they had a few other fun ones but the simplicity of the riffs was a real shock coming after Holy Hell.

[@danielwirth3091]

Arena Rock.. exactly..

[@jkh3959]

So I guess arena rock has breakdowns these days. I'd say that is a huge accomplishment for the scene and a good thing in my opinion

[@rigby117]

​@jkh3959 this channel's community is filled with metal elitists.

[@theopinson3851]

@@rigby117 you’re allowed to not like something. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@d.hodgsky]

I keep seeing comments saying it sounds like Artificial Suicide but I don't hear it 🤷‍♀️

[@blackoutthesunrock]

It’s in the same key, similar bpm, and the riff is also bouncy. You can honestly say the same about most genres, I don’t understand why metal fans don’t understand there’s only so many notes and chord progressions.

[@DrClownPhD]

@@blackoutthesunrock Because forum metal listeners are dumb. There's a difference between chronic online metal "fans" and actual metal fans

[@naupranata]

yep, sounds like black lungs to me

[@TheNamesFathom]

the main riffs in this song and artificial suicide are both inspired heavily by Mick Gordon so that’s probably why they sound similar

[@Sharty___]

Every one hears artificial but I hear Head Up by Deftones

[@Danrod96]

I wish they had stuck with the industrial vibe of FTTWTE. I really liked that album.

[@birdiemaradoth]

always apreciate your honesty in your reactions bog

[@kw-wf9uf]

It is VERY Jordan Fish, and he's doing the rest of the album. Super curious to see where it goes, but I do love this song

[@chrisrulz333]

Architects was always a riff focused band, now everything just sound like it was made by midi by a producer and it lost its soul. Sounds exactly like bad omens, they need to bring back the guitars focus they used to have with tom.

[@sempikernal]

I feels the same, the riffs are just buried in production

[@mikeormoab]

1000%, all these artists working with jordan fish and zakk cervini (love to both of them, incredibly talented) but all end up sounding the same with overprocessed guitars, incredibly predictable song structures. I am thankful for bands like Windwaker, and Allt that keep it fresh with innovation

[@somedogsarecops2354]

​@@mikeormoab Bring Me kicked Jordan and the studio teasers for this deathcore project they are doing sound amazing. They are always ahead of everyone else, love em or hate em

[@sebm253]

that's the Jordan effect

[@chrisrulz333]

@@sebm253 I've been thinking that so much lately with all these band getting produced by him

[@TheLastDaysOfSorrow]

I'm very much with you on their modern sound. Obviously it's fine not to force going back to their AOGHAU style - that era is gone and I can imagine they're probably not stoked to go back to it for obvious reasons. But please for the love of god, can we get one single without any type of siren going in the background lol

[@alexmajor7773]

Bruh this song feels like it’s ripping off so many things. The artificial suicide main riff, the bit at 4:47 that sounds like disturbed “oo-wah ah ah ah” and the ending which just sounds like BMTH. I get it’s hard to be original these days, but this band had such a unique style in the past

[@MicahGoodhue]

It may just happen to be a huge coincidence, but it's crazy how the main riff and the breakdown sounds nearly identical. The synths in the breakdown literally sound like they were ripped. Fun song, but i can't not hear Artificial Suicide

[@PaDuked]

You can feel BMTH because Jordan is a producer

[@ianbuchan8548]

The 3 singles go together really well

[@luisrodas297]

The three singles are a mash up of the past 3 récords.

[@frankcastle10]

They lost his uniqueness... Like soo predictable. This makes me appreciate Boundaries, Counterparts, AW... even more. But thats just me. 🤠 PS: I'm with you in what your feeling with some bands like Architects, Wss etc... (and others) like losing interest and those things. I felt that. Was a great video fs. Keep up the good content and always love your honestity man. ✊

[@DrClownPhD]

Predictable??? So, wait, when they actually try to evolve you mother fuckers don't like it. But when they give you what you want it's too predictable? (you being a universal, catch all, not you the commenter specifically) This is what happens when artists listen to their fans instead of trying to continue the evolutionary process

[@MichaelFromTheAttic]

These new songs seem written on the spot, not gonna lie. The most generic-ass riffs with all the same melodies for the choruses. It also doesn't help that all these bands are mixed by Zakk Cervini and all sound the exact same. Also, 4:24 I think you're talking about BMTH Teardrops breakdown.

[@mattavalos]

YES. zakk cervini is mixing for literally everybody now and it's kinda making everything sound the same 😭

[@MichaelFromTheAttic]

@@mattavalos Bingo. I loved what he did with Bring Me, but now it all sounds the same.

[@idkmehhh]

I think it sounds like the "Can you hear me through the white noise?" part of artificial suicide before the breakdown.

[@SaintDorado]

I absolutely respect that you share your honest opinions man, but also gotta say that I am pretty happy that my music taste isn't as complex (?). I just think this is a banger I can bop my head to and that's about it. If a band only puts out deeply psychological, lyrically masterful songs, I will probably not listen to them. For example I love Spiritbox, but I have absolutely no clue what most of songs mean lyrically. I ain't smart enough for that.

[@MDLuFFy19]

Don't think it's a case of "complexity"

[@SaintDorado]

@MDLuFFy19 Yeah, I am not sure what the correct word is to be honest. I think you understand what I mean tho.

[@MDLuFFy19]

@@SaintDorado probably, I think sometimes you just like what you like and that's it. Nothing more and nothing less

[@joearrowsmith6813]

@@SaintDoradothe correct word is depth. And for music, for me, that is a bottom line when it comes to metal a good 80% of the time. I don’t have a problem with metal with not much depth, but similarly to Bogdan, the depth and introspection of Architects is what made them interesting for me in 2014 - 2021, now that’s it’s gone, my interest in Architects has faded sorta thing

[@t6fore]

Maybe it's only me, but I don't get why people like Bad Omens, Spiritbox, etc. that much at the same time when Architects produces similar kind of music people say it's too generic and doesn't stand out. Hearing Sam's voice is always fun and unique, especially when he's pissed. Folks, get over it, you won't get old Architects with Gone with the Wind, they are gone now. These Architects are fun to listen and watch, while very different from old Architects, comparing both does not make sense, it's like comparing 2000s metalcore and 2020 metalcore which sounds completely different, but each is amazing on it's own

[@mike0near]

These days architects are not the same so that's why ...

[@ZillerMarcos]

Architects lost it`s "Architectness". This isn`t a bad song by any means, but like, it`s so predictable and "generic", doesn`t give me a reason to listen to it again because i feel like i`ve heard it so many times already

[@me-myself-and-i-u7b]

Yes and for a reason. Everyone is tired from that sound.

[@floriansaam4675]

I dont know, why anybody should hate you for your opinion. I get the points you make about the style and how it repeats in some way. But everybody should be fine wirh such an opinion when it comes to the taste of music. I personally enjoyed this song very much, even though i think that the style repeats for the last few songs, but they hab a few parts where something new came in. But as you said, its just an opinion. :) Thanks for being so honest with your opinion and not hyping up things as much as others do. Good video man🤘🏻✌🏻

[@RavetsU]

Well atleast we got new Bury Tomorrow today and their album "Will You Haunt Me, With That Same Patience" is also coming May 16th, 2025 🔥I'm still not over The Seventh Sun and the goats are already back!

[@batbats89]

4:26 when Bogdan asked where did he hear this from - Deftones "Have you seen the butcher"!

[@blantonstamey6455]

Can’t believe someone else noticed

[@batbats89]

@blantonstamey6455 I'm too big of a Deftones fan to NOT notice 😅😂

[@philippklober8463]

I think this is Architect’s best release since Black Lungs

[@zacherysmith8637]

THANK YOU ... I immediately thought about that Bad Omens riff when I heard this.

[@Alfie-xj5sc]

NEW THORNHILL ALERT

[@kubyasek1406]

I personally love it. I really appreciate you don't say it's a bad song, you recognize it's not for your personal taste and thats absolutely fine. Thanks for nice reaction.

[@cristobalcalderon1738]

At least is better than the last album i guess... Sounds like they improve the sound that they were looking for in the last record, i mean, this chorus have a very similar melody to the song "all the love in the world" but sound so much better, and i think Jordan Fish has a lot to do with that. I'm not that excited but i hope this will be a good album. I'll listen to it.

[@dotwav4424]

I love the honest opinions on songs tbh. I prefer it over other reactors who just say good stuff to please both bands and fans. If you don’t feel the song, you actually express it and that’s why you are the best!

[@rocket009able]

I think they've now managed to find a decent balance between their older sound, and blending FTTWTE and CSOABS together. I quite like it.

[@joearrowsmith6813]

I don’t really see any of the old sound or ethos in this tbh

[@arman-eb3vv]

new thornhill gonna blow your mind

[@nayna8036]

Dude I've been trying to figure out what this reminds me of all day long. Its bad omens lol, thanks for pointing it out

[@storm8576]

Thank god i am not the only one who thought of Artificial Suicide

[@maoraharon21]

It's okay, but architects used to be more technical and interesting. I'm not a musician, so I'm not sure if technical is the right term. But these new songs are fine; they feel kind of basic, and there are many other bands that do the same kind of sound and they do it better.

[@MassiveEverywhere]

Always respect your honesty whether I agree or not, it’s why I’m always excited when you upload. Think this was the weakest chorus of the 3 singles for me but I enjoyed the verses and breakdowns so I’m still intrigued to see what comes on the album.

[@sw_elian]

They released "Seeing Red", "Curse" and now "Whiplash". These 3 songs are bangers, so the album promises to be incredible!

[@Enzogamerbr12]

NAH

[@trollolkid]

lol

[@Crotes1990]

Only Curse was decent, the other 2 are meh

[@thomasandrewhitchen273]

I feel like up to 2017, Architects led the genre and each release dictated what core would be for the next 18 months. I feel like that's flipped, now, and they're the ones following..

[@Cthulhuthedepressed]

Respect for sharing your honest opinion bro! Never listened to this band a lot but to me this song is technically fun and thats pretty much it i guess.

[@Charlie_RH9]

Seeing Red - Good But A Little Bit Cringe Curse - Good But Nothing Special Whiplash - Actual Banger!

[@timothyprescott1340]

Thank you for your honesty

[@hllwrld47]

another side project of Jordan Fish everything he works on after leaving bmth sounds the same for me, regardless of the artist their latest singles sound like half of a new poppy album

[@str1897]

To me it's a good thing because I love all his stuff, but I can see how it can be a problem

[@hllwrld47]

@@str1897 for me, it's terrible, because individuality has died. if you used to be able to recognize a band in a few seconds just by sound, now it's almost impossible. i stopped listening to architects because of this. i don't hear architects anymore, i hear bmth. If everyone sounds the same, then there's no point in waiting for new releases from a particular artist, I can just listen to any other artist and get an almost identical experience. as for me, this could be the beginning of the end of an entire genre of music

[@Tomlawrence93]

It's a BMTH song played by Architects

[@WGK90]

Jordan.

[@tavo9842]

I felt the same way-it sounded pretty generic and didn’t offer anything new compared to what we’ve already heard from them. I really appreciate your honest reactions!

[@sampearson2369]

You the man bogdan!

[@sharchik916]

All music is now "mixed Zakk Cervini" so that's part of the sound haha

[@Uselessmineral]

Sounds very empty, especially lyrically.....What a shamble... 4:01

[@winterunterseher8937]

New singles are definitely better than the last album so far (even though I didnt hate it, but It could have been better for sure), that being said I certainly hope we get more like FTTWTE if they continue in this direction, as I liked to sound they were going for on that album even though it was different than their past/previous stuff (which is obviously my preffered/favorite sound from them from around 2012-2018, though I love the mathcore era stuff too from 07-09 for sure). Lyrically I feel this track is a sort of Discourse is Dead 2.0, with some references to These Colours Don't Run (à la the "everything is fine" line).

[@dylon2372]

Love a KZbin video that connects to a previous video.

[@xxlilroseyxx]

Please listen to new Dreamwake!! (There's a saxophone)

[@bayken56]

It’s a very different style for Architects, even from the past two albums both of which were alright (FTTWTE was considerably better), but I’m still excited for a new project by them because these past 3 tracks have been bangers, in my opinion

[@Oct0ber_4_Ever]

It's ok. 6/10. Unless they go back to their "Holy Hell" sound,I can't see myself getting very hyped.

[@MrDoBaKflips]

Jordan Fish low key uplifting and killing the scene at the same time.

[@nyctophilex7]

He sounds like the guy. ;DD

[@Gab_eb94]

Maybe it's time to realize they are getting into the same way as Asking Alexandria.

[@WhereOceansMeeet]

While it’s not the same as when Tom was in the band-and understandably so, given the new guitarists have different writing styles-I can still appreciate their evolution. The last two albums didn’t quite hit the mark for me and did affect how I viewed the band overall, though there were a few standout tracks. With their latest music, while it’s clear they’re not reverting to their old sound entirely, they seem to be making an effort to balance heaviness with a style that appeals to longtime fans. It’s obvious they’re still experimenting, and I respect that; every band grows and changes, and staying stagnant isn’t the goal. I think "Whiplash" is a decent track. It’s definitely miles ahead of "Gas Mask"-that song was just dreadful, to be honest! This new track at least has echoes of their older material while still pushing forward. It’s not perfect, but it’s a step in a direction that feels more familiar without sacrificing their progression.

[@George_Grayy]

If you listen to this and forget it's architects, you'd enjoy it. I do personally believe discount these songs before they've even listened to them. I will say haha, a sound about acceptance and fighting for the oppressed is a choice, when adam was outed as a transphobe.

[@gerrylarry5171]

For me, they can make anything they want soft or heavy. The one thing that hooked me in to this band was Sam’s sing/scream ability on the chorus’s. The power in his voice was something I’d never heard before. And that’s been gone since Holy Hell. Sam can CLEARY still do the sing/scream but they are just choosing not to do it. These new songs are good but man just give me a couple apocalyptic choruses on this new album please!

[@alejandrorohen]

I understand their last album is quite different from the others, but Be Very Afraid is a gem 👌🏻

[@bigdj0ntz8]

its a good song, but nothing special, fun heavy but lacks the deep and meaning of the old ways like you said, this is parkway architects

[@riccardo_masut]

The last decent album was "Holy Hell" imho. All the rest is mediocre, unfortunately. They don't have a clear path to follow...but this song is nice.

[@nolanaguilar3158]

Artificial suicide main riff is literally one note repeated through the whole riff, and it’s in a different key. What are you guys talking about

[@SezamMusic]

This song is all about the chorus

[@Minifigcreator97]

Architects will no longer be the mind blowing band that drops songs that push boundaries. That’s bands like counterparts boundaries even Currents. But architects is a safe band to listen to to get exactly what you want and expect. Heavy music, with good breakdowns. And the catchy chorus. They are a dime a dozen now a days. But architects are still one of the best to do that.

[@iSauLHD]

I haven’t enjoyed anything since the holy hell album, having loved everything before it was a missive shame because i really loved this band, but i actually quite like these singles, a step back in the right direction i think, especially after the disaster what was the last 2 albums 🤘🏻

[@Brikmoun76600]

Bad omens vibe for sure ... people want to hear creativity from a big band as architects not a medium commercial song. I hear in this song original ideas I first heard with bands like resolve which renew themselves in each songs but not with the same budget. Thanks for your honesty

[@limi.]

Architects used to release 10/10 songs for me personally and now they’re either hit or miss, sadly miss most of the time for me… If this is the path they’re going to take I don’t have a problem because they’re happy with it.

[@chrizszx]

Better than other singles, but still kinda meh for me

[@innocenthedgehog8367]

This sounds like the most average possible modern-era BMTH song

[@mightybewbz4666]

Probably my favourite of the new singles but yeah it's very generic and typical metalcore with the big stadium chorus as they've done for the past few records. The 2nd breakdown bumped it up a bit and I'm excited for the full album but definitely haven't been vibing with them as much after Holy Hell although they're still one of my favourite bands. The new Thornhill song on the other hand is a banger so looking forward to the reaction for that

[@joshualook5032]

I feel the same...I never got into Architects but their older stuff had more recognition value.. Nonetheless you should react to Dexcores new song Paramnesia its a freakin banger🔥 It may be not your alley but its a fun ride and thats what reacting is about right🙏

[@chrisp.14]

It's cooler than most of the last architects stuff. But still... yeah... if architects then ATGHAU or earlier stuff.

[@themightydenis]

It is what it is, GatewayCore

[@ThijsF28]

You missed the best part on streaming platforms there is a Gordon Ramsey sample at the end 😂😂🤘🏻

[@CJ-cz3lt]

They cant write songs like the old stuff because Tom wrote most of it before he passed. They had to relearn and reinvent themselves and unfortunately not everyone connects with it

[@nebonumberone]

If I wouldnt know its Architects, I wouldnt guess it's Architects. Nothing that really sounds like "their" sound.

[@shawnr8438]

Thornhill!!

[@getbent96]

Dunno if you'll read this, but check out Starve's debut album Life's Promise Dies. It's disturbing, head pounding metalcore with a THICK and chonky production. It's also very short as well, and a great experience.

[@claytonmitchell5685]

Personally, I hated Architects’ last two albums, not a fan at all. But these singles they’ve been putting out starting with Seeing Red have been much more in the vein of the Architects that I liked (not loved, just liked) of the 2010’s. I’m happy to see them going at least somewhat back in that direction, and I’m enjoying hearing Sam do lows again too. On another topic, Bogdan we need you on Bluesky!

[@tonypaella]

Now don't flame me for this. Just like it's said in the video, we all have opinions. Now I find it interesting how people can judge a song. Personally I don't care about the lyrics too much or if it's original and interesting or whether it's generic etc. If I like what I hear I like it and if I don't like it I don't like it. I don't care about anything else. But I guess everyone is different. Personally I love this song.

[@MachoMitch101]

It's definitely better than what their last album offered. That's not saying much but it's an improvement.

[@str1897]

Once I accepted that they will never go back to the LT/LF - AOGHAU sound, I must say Whiplash is AMAZING. Last 3 singles are the awesome, so much energy. They are less techy and progressive but got more fun, and energetic !

[@caidenjones918]

Bogdan, I really appreciate how honest you are here. Metalcore I think, for a lot of us, has gotten INCREDIBLY predictable and boring. There’s not many bands than can surprise me in this space anymore. I’m tired of every samey track from the same 7 bands that every reaction youtuber hypes up.

[@patrickginart1780]

It sounded exactly like what I thought it would sound like tbh and maybe I just need to get over the fact that they aren't making the kind of music they used to but it's kinda depressing how predictable they've become

[@NoIdeaMedia]

It feels like you're watching your ex. Who you still have feelings for, but they really hurt you. I hope you move on. ❤

[@craigkendall8452]

i got doom soundtrack vibes from this song, i love it

[@fpsboi98k72]

Bro that new Save Us EP you gotta react to it, i like it more than their first EP!

[@totchichat]

This is not heavy, this is just arena rock with no prominent unique riff and breakdown. For a fan since Hollow Crown, the only reason I will listen to them now is the big chorus, which is super catchy. And I agree that you’re saying that era of Architects is gone for good😢

[@IT_NCO]

Let's be real, the beat isn't taken from Bad Omens, Bad Omens took it from Deftones Headup

[@Crotes1990]

This song didn't do anything to me, I literally just sat here not even bobbing my head.

[@naDalous]

It is a very predictable song (apart from the breakdown at the end), and isn't much different to what Architects have put out recently, but I still love it! This era of architects is definitely my favourite, but each to their own

[@me-myself-and-i-u7b]

No, it’s not good. It’s amazing! Mik Gordon industrial style rifs + Sam’s vocals is everything I need right now.

[@bithor666]

What are you doing sneaky girl? :)

[@maggiedean5691]

I wonder what he would think of brave new world or dystopia from Starset.

[@Mathiasneunteufl]

You definitely need to react to the new the browning album.

[@davidvillabass]

Thornhill is better

[@nomadicstrength]

Thanks god there's not another fucking WOW face in the thumbnail.

[@bithor666]

It’s a good brand of music imo..

[@konstantinweyers9614]

I like it but youre so right man, its not that unique Architects style anymore, which even FTTWTE still gave me...

[@brandonmitchell1457]

Best part of the song is when it ends.

[@Felms99]

Mhhm, solid song again. But apart from the second breakdown, no big surprises. Catchy chorus, aggressive verses and a bit more social criticism in the lyrics again. But I somehow miss the depth. Damn, I love these guys and I've always found something good on their last albums, but the last time they really flashed me was with Animals.

[@branm25]

The bouncy Riff in the Verses is so bad I'm sorry. The song as a whole is decent but that riff is just such an eye roll for me. This sounds like a combination of everything you'd hear on Octane.